Rancho Cordova City Council
February 5, 2024

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, February 5, 2024
3:30 PM – Special Meeting
5:30 PM – Regular Meeting
David B. Roberts Council Chambers
City Hall
2729 Prospect Park Drive, Rancho Cordova
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Rancho Cordova City Council - AGENDA
Special and Regular Meeting of Monday, February 5, 2024

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AGENDA

1. SPECIAL MEETING - CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL

Council Members Linda Budge, Garrett Gatewood, Siri Pulipati, Donald Terry, and Mayor David Sander

2. PUBLIC COMMENT

At a special meeting, citizens wishing to address the Council for any matter on the agenda may do so at the time the matter is discussed. Under the provisions of the California Government Code, the City Council is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item not on the agenda.

3. SPECIAL MEETING ITEMS

3.1. Subject: Sister Cities Discussion.

Recommendation: Receive presentation and provide direction to staff on the request to explore the establishment of a new sister city partnership between a city or district in South Korea and the City of Rancho Cordova.

3.2. Subject: Discussion Regarding a Possible Ordinance Amending Title 2, Chapter 2.08, Section 2.08.030 "Council Salaries."
Recommendation: Discuss and provide direction on a possible Ordinance amending Title 2, Chapter 2.08 "City Council," Section 2.08.030 "Council Salaries."

4. ADJOURNMENT TO CLOSED SESSION

Mayor Sander will adjourn the meeting to closed session.

5. CLOSED SESSION - CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL

Council Members Linda Budge, Garrett Gatewood, Siri Pulipati, Donald Terry, and Mayor David Sander

6. CLOSED SESSION ITEM

Council will meet in closed session to discuss the following item:

6.1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION: Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)(One case).

7. OPEN SESSION - REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION

The City Attorney will report on action taken in closed session.

Rancho Cordova City Council - AGENDA
Special and Regular Meeting of Monday, February 5, 2024

8. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING

Mayor Sander will adjourn closed session to the Regular meeting.

9. REGULAR MEETING - CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL

Council Members Linda Budge, Garrett Gatewood, Siri Pulipati, Donald Terry, and Mayor David Sander

10. METRO CABLE TV TELEVISION ANNOUNCEMENT

The Clerk will announce the meetings video recording and playback schedules.

11. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

The Mayor will call on someone in attendance to lead the Pledge.

12. INVOCATION

Pastor Elizabeth Brick with the United Methodist Church of Rancho Cordova will give the invocation.

13. PRESENTATIONS

13.1. Council Member Donald Terry's Birthday on February 8, 2024.

14. PUBLIC COMMENT

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For items on the agenda, speakers will be called by the Mayor at the point on the agenda when the item will be heard. Speakers are encouraged to keep comments to three minutes or less and to state name and community of residence.

Under the provisions of the California Government Code, the City Council is prohibited from discussing or taking immediate action on any item not on the agenda unless it can be demonstrated to be of an emergency nature or the need to take immediate action arose after the posting of the agenda.

15. COUNCIL REPORTS

16. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT

17. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS - ROLL CALL VOTE

17.1. Subject: Meeting Minutes from the Regular City Council Meeting of January 16, 2024, and the Special Meeting of January 23, 2024.

Recommendation: Adopt the minutes.

17.2. Subject: A Resolution Declaring the Results of the Mail Ballot Election for Rancho Cordova Transit-Related Services Special Tax Area Zone 8 for The Ranch Active Adult Project.

Rancho Cordova City Council - AGENDA
Special and Regular Meeting of Monday, February 5, 2024

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution.

17.3. Subject: A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Contract No. 2024-20 with TIP Strategies, Inc in an Amount not to Exceed $150,000 for Economic Development Strategic Plan Consulting Services.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution.

17.4. Subject: A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Contract Amendment No. 2023-113-1 with Tetra Tech, Inc. to Increase the Contract Amount from $99,995.41 to an Amount not to Exceed $157,869.41 for the Soil Remediation Project at 10153-10179 Folsom Boulevard.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution.

18. CONSENT PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS - ROLL CALL VOTE

18.1. Subject: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova Amending Title 2 Administration and Personnel, Chapter 2.30 Planning Commission to Incorporate Additional Qualifications to At-Large Members (CEQA Exempt pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3)).

Recommendation: Waive the first reading and introduce the Ordinance.

19. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS

19.1. Subject: Mine Shaft Digital Signs Project - Conditional Use Permit, Design Review, and Operating Use Agreement (Mitigated Negative Declaration Prepared Pursuant to Article 6 of the California Environmental Quality Act) - Project PLND-0822-0047 - 2300 Mine Shaft Lane; APN: 072-0231-014-0000.

Recommendation: Find the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration with mitigation measures that was prepared and circulated pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the project is adequate; adopt the Resolution for the Mine Shaft Digital Billboard Signs Conditional Use Permit and Minor Design Review; and approve the Mine Shaft Digital Billboard Signs Operating Agreement.

19.2. Subject: Public Hearing to Receive Protests to the Proposed Stormwater Utility 1 Fee Increase and a Resolution to Submit the Question to a Vote of the Property Owners for Approval of the Proposed Stormwater Utility 1 Fee Increase.

Recommendation: Hold a noticed public hearing to consider protests to the proposed Stormwater Utility 1 increase and, if a majority protest is not received at the Protest Hearing, adopt the Resolution to submit the question of the proposed Stormwater Utility 1 Fee increase to a vote of the owners of the property subject to the proposed fee increase for approval.

20. REGULAR CALENDAR ITEMS

20.1. Subject: Presentation of Best and Final Proposals from Atlas Disposal and Republic Services for the Residential Solid Waste and Street Sweeping Services Contract beginning January 1, 2025.

Recommendation: Receive the presentation and direct staff to prepare a final contract with either Atlas Disposal or Republic Services for Council approval at a later date.

21. COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

22. ADJOURNMENT

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Rancho Cordova City Council - AGENDA
Special and Regular Meeting of Monday, February 5, 2024

Special Meetings listed below are subject to change/cancellation without further notice.

Unless the Council adopts a motion to extend the meeting, any item that is not initiated before 11:00 p.m. will be continued to the next day at 5:30 p.m. or scheduled on the next regular meeting agenda of the Council.

Public documents related to items on the open session portion of this agenda, which are distributed to the City Council less than 72 hours prior to the meeting, shall be available for public inspection at the time the documents are distributed to the Council. Documents are available for inspection at the City Clerk's office located in Rancho Cordova City Hall.

The agenda items are accessible on the City’s website at www.cityofranchocordova.org on Thursdays or Fridays prior to the Regular City Council Meeting.

UPCOMING MEETINGS
February 20, 2024 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
February 27, 2024 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session
March 4, 2024 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Regular Meeting
March 18, 2024 5:30 PM Regular Meeting
March 26, 2024 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session
April 2, 2024 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Regular Meeting
April 23, 2024 5:30 PM Special Meeting/Work Session
May 6, 2024 4:00 PM Special Meeting/Regular Meeting
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CERTIFICATION OF POSTING OF AGENDA

Rancho Cordova City Council - AGENDA
Special and Regular Meeting of Monday, February 5, 2024

I, Stacy Leitner, City Clerk for the City of Rancho Cordova, declare that the foregoing agenda for the February 5, 2024 Regular Meeting of the Rancho Cordova City Council was posted and available for review on February 1, 2024, at City Hall of the City of Rancho Cordova, 2729 Prospect Park Drive, Rancho Cordova, California, 95670. The agenda is also available on the city website at www.cityofranchocordova.org.

Signed February 1, 2024, at Rancho Cordova, California.

Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

MEMORANDUM

City Council Staff Report - Page 1 of 2

ITEM 3.1.

DATE: February 5, 2024

TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: Stacy Delaney, Senior Management Analyst
Amanda Norton, Economic Development Manager

SUBJECT: SISTER CITIES DISCUSSION

RECOMMENDATION

Receive presentation and provide direction to staff on the request to explore the establishment of a new sister city partnership between a city or district in South Korea and the City of Rancho Cordova.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

Staff would proceed with recommended direction and outreach necessary to establish a relationship between the two cities if a partnership is desired.

BACKGROUND

The City's quest for a sister city relationship began in 2006, with the appointment of a Sister Cities Committee comprised of eight residents and two City Council members to foster people- to-people diplomacy and cultural exchanges. The Committee launched into research and community outreach with the goal of having a mutually desirable arrangement with a city in another country that would become our first sister city. In December 2006, the Committee filed to become a non-profit organization called the Rancho Cordova Sister Cities (RCSC) Council and the original Sister Cities Committee was subsequently dissolved.

In the spring of 2007, The RCSC Council was approached by Turrialba, Costa Rica regarding our notice posted on the Sister Cities International website for "Cities Seeking Sister Cities." Over several months, the RCSC Council exchanged information and goals with the office of Mayor Perez of Turrialba, Costa Rica.

In January 2008, the City of Rancho Cordova and RCSC Council received a letter from Mayor Perez expressing his city's desire to enter into an agreement with the City of Rancho Cordova.

On March 17, 2008, the City Council of Rancho Cordova approved Resolution No. 25-2008 allowing the Mayor or delegate to sign the official Memorandum of Understanding that will signal the formal beginning of the first sister city to Rancho Cordova.

Corresponding with the City of Rancho Cordova's Fifth Anniversary festivities, on July 1, 2008, the official signing ceremony between our cities took place at Rancho Cordova City Hall. Later,

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a delegation from Rancho Cordova traveled to Turrialba, Costa Rica to develop friendships and foster cultural, educational, and business exchanges to benefit both cities.

When considering a new sister city initiative, the City could go through a formal process through a United States-based organization or choose to form a relationship directly with another city.

When considering a new relationship, the Council could consider looking for cities that have similarities in economic interests, cultural connections, and/or educational opportunities.

Recently, staff received a request to explore a potential partnership between the City of Rancho Cordova and a city or district in South Korea.

FISCAL IMPACT AND FUNDING SOURCE

There is no fiscal impact at this time.

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. Presentation

1 SISTER CITIES

DISCUSSION
February 5, 2024
CityOfRanchoCordova.org
ITEM 3.1.

ATTACHMENT 1

2 Establishing a sister city relationship holds great significance in today's interconnected world. Rooted in mutual respect and collaboration, these partnerships transcend geographical boundaries, enriching communities with diverse perspectives, traditions, and experiences.

ITEM 3.1.

ATTACHMENT 1

3 BACKGROUND
2006
• A quest for a sister city relationship began
• Appointed a Sister Cities Committee
• Committee filed to become the Rancho Cordova Sister Cities (RCSC) Council 2007
• RCSC Council was approached by Turrialba, Costa Rica
• Exchange of information and establishment of goals ensued 2008
• RCSC Council received a letter from the Mayor of Turrialba to enter into an agreement with the City of Rancho Cordova
• March of 2008, City Council approved a resolution signaling the formal beginning of the first sister city
• Signing ceremony took place on July 1, 2008 - the 5th Anniversary of the City ITEM 3.1.

ATTACHMENT 1

4 SELECTING A SISTER CITY
Factors may include:
• Similarities in economic interests, cultural connections, and/or educational opportunities
• Opportunities to exchange expertise and experiences
• Promoting visits and joint initiatives by cities/citizens • Demonstrated community interest and participation
• Ability to develop and implement beneficial activities • Desired short-term and long-term goals
Process:
• Initiate a formal process through a U.S. based organization • Work directly with another city to establish a relationship • Or a combination of both
ITEM 3.1.

ATTACHMENT 1

5 SISTER CITY CONSIDERATIONS
Educational
Opportunity
Culture
Sister City
Economic
Opportunity
ITEM 3.1.

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6 POPULATION
of Rancho
Cordova’s
population is
foreign-born
23%
of Rancho Cordova’s
foreign-born
population is Korean
3%
Source: Jobs EQ, 2023, US Census Data Table B05006, 2021 1 Year Estimates South Korea ranks
in the Top 10 of
Rancho Cordova’s
foreign-born
population
10 TOP
of Rancho
Cordova’s
population identifies
as nonwhite
42%
ITEM 3.1.

ATTACHMENT 1

7 Services and Local Connections
• KP International Market is one of the largest grocery stores carrying Korean products in the Greater Sacramento Region.
• There are three (3) Korean churches in Rancho Cordova that offer a wide variety of programming.
• Korean Language and Cultural Center of Sacramento (KLCCSac) offers Korean language education and cultural activities.
• International Youth Fellowship (IYF) Korean Class hosts community programs such as Taste of Korea.

CULTURAL CONNECTIONS
ITEM 3.1.

ATTACHMENT 1

8 Industry Connections
• Semiconductors: Two (2) South Korean-owned semiconductor manufacturers are in the city: Solidigm and SK Hynix.
• Finance & Insurance: The finance and insurance sector is growing in South Korea. Finance and Insurance services are top industries in Rancho Cordova. • Health Care: SK Pharmteco, a South Korean-owned pharmaceutical manufacturer is located adjacent to the city.

BUSINESS CONNECTIONS
ITEM 3.1.

ATTACHMENT 1

9 • Explore a sister city partnership with a city/district in South Korea or another location
• If asked to explore a partnership, should it be via a traditional method or explore alternative options
• Table the sister city initiative exploration

POTENTIAL NEXT STEPS
ITEM 3.1.

ATTACHMENT 1

10 THANK YOU
CityOfRanchoCordova.org
ITEM 3.1.

ATTACHMENT 1

City Council Staff Report – Page 1 of 4

MEMORANDUM
ITEM 3.2.

DATE:February 5, 2024
TO:Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM:Adam U. Lindgren, City Attorney
SUBJECT: DISCUSSION REGARDING A POSSIBLE ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2.08, SECTION 2.08.030 “COUNCIL SALARIES”

RECOMMENDATION
Discuss and provide direction on a possible ordinance amending Title 2, Chapter 2.08 “City Council,” Section 2.08.030 “Council salaries”.

BACKGROUND

Rancho Cordova currently pays members of the City Council $500 each month. That amount has not increased since the City incorporated in 2003. Council members also receive certain retirement, health, technology and other benefits. State law provides Council Members may receive such retirement, health, and other benefits without counting towards “salary” for the purposes of the discussion below.

California Government Code Section 36516 provides that a city council may enact an ordinance providing that each member of the city council shall receive a salary based on the population of the city. On June 29, 2023, the Legislature passed Senate Bill 329 (SB329) to address stagnant compensation for city council members in general law cities such as Rancho Cordova. The State Legislature explained that the compensation schedule under Government Code Section 36516(a)(1) has not been adjusted since 1984. SB 329 gives city councils the ability to adjust council salaries to keep pace with inflation and the rising cost of living. The bill also aims to support diversity in city councils because increased compensation can help individuals from across different income levels “receive sufficient income from their service to help ensure that they can continue to serve the public and support their families.” SB329 amended the compensation schedule under Section 36516(a)(2) to allow councilmember salaries for cities with populations over 75,000, and up to 150,000, such as Rancho Cordova, to be up to and including one thousand, nine hundred dollars ($1,900) per month.

SB329 also amended Section 36516(a)(4) to allow for a city council to increase the salary of council members beyond the amounts provided for in subparagraph (a)(2), but not to exceed the greater of either:

City Council Staff Report – Page 2 of 4

(1) an amount equal to five percent (5%) for each calendar year from the operative date of the last adjustment of the salary, or
(2) an amount equal to inflation since January 1, 2024, based on the California Consumer Price Index, not to exceed ten percent (10%) per calendar year.

SB329 added subparagraphs (g)(1)-(3) to section 36516, which creates specific procedures for a salary increase ordinance under SB329: “a city council shall consider the adoption of an ordinance to increase compensation in open session during at least two regular meetings of the city council … At the first meeting, the city council shall present the proposed ordinance, which shall include findings demonstrating the need for the increased compensation. The ordinance shall not be adopted at the first meeting. At least seven days after the first meeting, the city council shall hold a second meeting to consider whether to adopt the ordinance.”
Government Code Section 36516.5 provides that “[a] change in compensation does not apply to a council[person] during his term of office; however, the prohibition herein expressed shall not prevent the adjustment of the compensation of all members of a council serving staggered terms whenever one or more members of such council becomes eligible for a salary increase by virtue of his beginning a new term of office.” Thus, any salary change approved will be effective at the commencement of the next Councilmember term in December 2024.

DISCUSSION
The current City Municipal Code section 2.08.030, most recently amended in 2003, set the Council monthly salary at $500 per month. The City Municipal Code section 2.08.030 currently reads:

Pursuant to Section 36516 of the Government Code, which provides that a city council may enact an ordinance providing that each member of the city council shall receive a salary which shall be determined by a schedule of population for cities, the members of the city council of the city of Rancho Cordova shall receive a salary of $500.00 per month.

The three alternatives available to the City Council are:

A) Amend section 2.08.030 in early 2024, effective at the end of 2024, to increase salaries to the current maximum allowed by law:

The members of the city council of the city of Rancho Cordova shall receive a salary of one thousand nine hundred dollars ($1,900.00) per month.

B) Amend section 2.08.030 in early 2024, effective at the end of 2024, to increase salaries by less than the maximum allowed by law:

The members of the city council of the city of Rancho Cordova shall receive a salary of _____________ dollars ($______.00) per month.

C) Make no change and keep Council salaries at $500 per month.

City Council Staff Report – Page 3 of 4

OPTION A: Increase Council salaries
to $1900 per month, the full
amount allowed by state
law.

Authorized by Section
36516(a)(1)-(2)(D) based on
Rancho Cordova
population of
approximately 85,000.

OPTION B: Increase Council salaries
above current rate of $500
per month to an amount
less than $1900 per month,
with possibility of future
ordinances to increase
salaries further up to
statutory maximums.

Section 36516(a)(1)-(2)
authorizes increases “up
to” maximums specified in
the statute, permitting a
smaller increase.

OPTION C No Change. Current Municipal Code
Section 2.08.030 would
remain in effect.

The law does not allow a fourth option of increasing salaries with a single ordinance to less than $1900 and to then have automatic increases, such as increasing to $1,000 in 2024, $1,500 in 2025 and $1,900 in 2026. (Section 36516(a)(5) “No ordinance shall be enacted or amended to provide automatic future increases in salary.”) Increases like these would require additional ordinances.

Currently City Council compensation in area cities is:

City Compensation
Citrus Heights $600/month
Davis $1366/month
Elk Grove $800/month
Folsom
Mayor: $730/month
Council Member: $630/month
Rancho Cordova $500/month
Rocklin $685/month
Roseville
Mayor: $650/month
Council Member: $600/month
Sacramento
Mayor: $164,205/year
Council Member:
$102,793/year
West Sacramento $300/month
Woodland $250/month
County of
Sacramento $173,398/year

City Council Staff Report – Page 4 of 4

The City Clerk’s office contacted the City Clerk’s office of each of these cities to inquire about whether their respective city councils had given any direction to staff to work on ordinances to adjust these current salaries. Based upon the limited number of responses we received, the City of Citrus Heights and the City of Roseville are considering discussions on this topic, and it is not yet clear what the other cities plan to do.

A fourth option would be for the Rancho Cordova City Council to direct that this item come back in a few months, after additional area agencies have taken action or provided direction on council salary increases.

Any decision to adopt an ordinance increasing salaries would have to be initiated and completed before the November 2024 election to become effective in December 2024. If the Council were to further defer an increase until after the November 2024 election, the increase would only become effective following the November 2026 election. For this to occur the City Council would need to provide the City Attorney with direction on this topic no later than the end of August.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is minor fiscal impact associated with this recommendation. If the City Council adopts an ordinance for the maximum amount provided by law, the estimated cost is $8,000 per month once the new salary takes effect in December of 2024.

ATTACHMENT(S)
None.

ITEM 17.1. ATTACHMENT 1

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
5:30 PM – Regular Meeting
David B. Roberts Council Chambers
City Hall
2729 Prospect Park Drive, Rancho Cordova

DRAFT MINUTES

1. REGULAR MEETING - CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL

Council Member Gatewood called the Regular meeting to order in the David B. Roberts Council Chambers at 5:39 p.m.

Council Members Present: Linda Budge, Donald Terry, and Garrett Gatewood Council Members Absent: Vice Mayor Siri Pulipati and Mayor David Sander Staff Members Present: Stacy Leitner, Adam Lindgren, Persephonie Riley, and Micah Runner

2. METRO CABLE TV TELEVISION ANNOUNCEMENT

The City Clerk read the meetings recordings and playback schedule.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Rachel Zillner led the pledge.

4. INVOCATION

Isabella Eulie, student with St. John Vianney Catholic School, gave the invocation.

5. PRESENTATIONS

5.1. Introduction of New Professional Services Company to the City of Rancho Cordova.

5.2. Overview of the Community Enhancement & Investment Fund’s New Software and the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Grant Timeline.

5.3. New Employee Introductions: Austin Miller, Assistant Civil Engineer by Drew Hart,

ITEM 17.1. ATTACHMENT 1
Rancho Cordova City Council - DRAFT MINUTES
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Senior Transportation Planner.

6. PUBLIC COMMENT

Council Member Gatewood opened the public comment period. The following individuals addressed the Council or submitted public comment via email:

1. James Garcia

2. Jim Garcia

3. Valerie Knippschild

4. Jim Garcia
Council Member Gatewood closed the public comment period.

7. COUNCIL REPORTS

Council reported on events since the last meeting.

8. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT

City Manager Micah Runner gave his report.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS - ROLL CALL VOTE

Council Member Gatewood opened the public comment period. Seeing no speakers, Council Member Gatewood closed the public comment period.

ACTION: Motion to approve items 9.1. through 9.5. by Budge second by Terry; Motion passed with a 3:0 vote.

AYES: Budge, Terry, and Gatewood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Pulipati and Sander
ABSTAIN: None

9.1. Subject: Meeting Minutes from the Regular City Council Meeting of December 18, 2023.

Recommendation: Adopt the minutes.

9.2. Subject: A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Contract No. 2023-263 with Mark Thomas & Company, Inc. in an Amount not to Exceed $580,500 for Planning and Preliminary Design of the Rossmoor Bar Trail Enhancements Planning Project.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution.

9.3. Subject: A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Approve the Final Map of The Ranch Village 1, Subdivision No. FM-2021-002-14 and Execute Subdivision Improvement Agreement Contract No. 2023-255 with K. Hovnanian at Jaeger Ranch, LLC.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution.

9.4. Subject: A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Contract Amendment No. 2021-299-03 to Increase the Contract Amount by $30,928.00 to an Amount not to Exceed $395,178.00 with Wood Rodgers Inc. for the Engineering Design and Right of Way Acquisition Support Services for the White Rock Road Phase 3 - Macal Drive to City Limits Project.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution.

9.5. Subject: A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Contract Amendment No. 2021-336-02 to Increase the Contract Amount by $29,970.39 to an Amount not to

ITEM 17.1. ATTACHMENT 1
Rancho Cordova City Council - DRAFT MINUTES
Meeting of Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Exceed $109,862.75 with Dewberry Engineers Inc. for Design Services for the Mather Field Road Enhancements Project.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution.

10. CONSENT PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS - ROLL CALL VOTE

None.

11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS

11.1. Subject: Mine Shaft Digital Billboard Signs - Conditional Use Permit, Minor Design Review, and Operating Agreement (Mitigated Negative Declaration Prepared Pursuant to Article 6 of the California Environmental Quality Act) - Project PLND-0822-0047 - 2300 Mine Shaft Lane; APN: 072-0231-014-0000.

Recommendation: Continue the proposed project to the February 5, 2024, City Council Meeting.

Council Member Gatewood opened the public comment period. The following individuals addressed the Council or submitted public comment via email:

1. James Garcia
ACTION: Motion to continue item 11.1 to the February 5, 2024, City Council Meeting by Budge second by Terry;
Motion passed with a 3:0 vote.

AYES: Budge, Terry, and Gatewood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Pulipati and Sander
ABSTAIN: None

11.2. Subject: A Resolution Approving the City of Rancho Cordova's Adjusted Storm Drainage Impact Fee Schedule for 2024, which is Paid by Developers to Mitigate for their Project Impacts on the City’s Drainage System.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution.

Council Member Gatewood opened the public comment period. Seeing no speakers, Council Member Gatewood closed the public comment period.

ACTION: Motion to approve item 11.2 by Budge second by Terry; Motion passed with a 3:0 vote.

AYES: Budge, Terry, and Gatewood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Pulipati and Sander
ABSTAIN: None

12. REGULAR CALENDAR ITEMS

12.1. Subject: Presentation on the Proposed Renaming of Poopenaut Court in the Sunridge Park Community.

Recommendation: Receive direction from City Council on the preferred street name.

Council Member Gatewood opened the public comment period. Seeing no speakers, Council Member Gatewood closed the public comment period.

ITEM 17.1. ATTACHMENT 1
Rancho Cordova City Council - DRAFT MINUTES
Meeting of Tuesday, January 16, 2024

ACTION: Motion to move forward with renaming Poopenaut Court as Artist Point Court in the Sunridge Park Community by Terry second by Gatewood; Motion passed with a 3:0 vote.

AYES: Budge, Terry, and Gatewood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Pulipati and Sander
ABSTAIN: None

12.2. Subject: Presentation Regarding the Citywide Roundabout Feasibility Study and Implementation Plan.

Recommendation: Receive presentation and provide feedback on the Citywide Roundabout Feasibility Study and Implementation Plan.

Council Member Gatewood opened the public comment period. The following individuals addressed the Council or submitted public comment via email:

1. Jim Garcia

2. David Crozier

3. Jim Garcia

4. Valerie Knippschild
Council Member Gatewood closed the public comment period.

ACTION: Input was received regarding the Citywide Roundabout Feasibility Study and Implementation Plan.

12.3. Subject: A Resolution Approving an Incentive Payment for 2023 Performance and a Salary Increase for Micah Runner for Service as City Manager, and Adjusting the Full Time Employee Salary Schedule for the Position of City Manager.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution.

Council Member Gatewood opened the public comment period. The following individuals addressed the Council or submitted public comment via email:

1. Mark Berry

2. Brenda Gustin
Council Member Gatewood closed the public comment period.

ACTION: Motion to approve item 12.3 by Budge second by Terry; Motion passed with a 3:0 vote.

AYES: Budge, Terry, and Gatewood
NOES: None
ABSENT: Pulipati and Sander
ABSTAIN: None

13. COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

None.

ITEM 17.1. ATTACHMENT 1
Rancho Cordova City Council - DRAFT MINUTES
Meeting of Tuesday, January 16, 2024

14. ADJOURNMENT

Council Member Gatewood adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. ____________________
Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

ITEM 17.1. ATTACHMENT 2

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
5:30 PM – Special Meeting/Work Session
American River Room
City Hall
2729 Prospect Park Drive, Rancho Cordova
The Padre Hotel – Lobby
1702 18th St, Bakersfield, California, 93301

DRAFT MINUTES

1. SPECIAL MEETING - CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL

Mayor Sander called the Special meeting to order in the American River Room at 5:34 p.m.

Council Members Present: Linda Budge, Garrett Gatewood, Siri Pulipati, Donald Terry (via Teleconference), and Mayor David Sander
Council Members Absent: None
Staff Members Present: Haley Arata, Adam Lindgren, Persephonie Riley, and Micah Runner

2. PUBLIC COMMENT

Mayor Sander opened the public comment period. Seeing no speakers, Mayor Sander closed the public comment period.

3. SPECIAL MEETING ITEMS

3.1. Subject: 2024 Legislative Update.

Recommendation: Receive presentations by Covino Smith & Simon and Joe A.

Gonsalves & Son regarding key 2023 legislation affecting the City, as well as staff update regarding 2024 legislative priorities. Receive presentations and updates; provide direction and/or approval to staff on the City's 2024 legislative priorities.

Mayor Sander opened the public comment period. Seeing no speakers, Mayor Sander

ITEM 17.1. ATTACHMENT 2
Rancho Cordova City Council - DRAFT MINUTES
Meeting of Tuesday, January 23, 2024

closed the public comment period.

ACTION: Input was received regarding 2024 Legislative Update.

3.2. Subject: Little League Project Update.

Recommendation: Receive staff presentation on the progress of the Little League Project and provide direction.

Mayor Sander opened the public comment period. The following individuals addressed the Council or submitted public comment via email:

1. Michele Elkins-Buttner

2. Cassie Reyes

3. Jason Harper

4. Brian Danzl
Mayor Sander closed the public comment period.

ACTION: Motion to look for an alternate location for the Little League Project by Budge second by Gatewood;
Motion passed with a 5:0 vote.

4. ADJOURNMENT

Mayor Sander adjourned the meeting at 8:25 p.m.
____________________
Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

MEMORANDUM

City Council Staff Report - Page 1 of 2

ITEM 17.2.

DATE: February 5, 2024

TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: Dalia Fadl, Principal Engineer

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE MAIL BALLOT

ELECTION FOR RANCHO CORDOVA TRANSIT-RELATED
SERVICES SPECIAL TAX AREA ZONE 8 FOR THE RANCH ACTIVE

ADULT PROJECT

RECOMMENDATION

Adopt the Resolution.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

Adoption of the Resolution would declare the results of the mail ballot election concerning Transit-Related Services Special Tax Area Zone 8 establishing a special tax for transit services for The Ranch Active Adult project.

BACKGROUND

On November 6, 2023, the City Council adopted a Resolution that established Special Tax Zone No. 8, the boundaries of which will be contiguous to the boundaries of The Ranch Active Adult project. On December 4, 2023, the Council adopted Ordinance No. 14-2023 that established the special tax for transit-related services subject to land-owner voter confirmation.

For the transit-related services special tax to go into effect, the Ordinance must be approved by two-thirds of the affected property owners voting in a mail-ballot election to be held by the City.

If the tax in Zone 8 is approved by at least two-thirds of the property owners voting, the tax will first be collected hereunder for the tax year beginning July 1, 2024.

ELECTION RESULTS

A ballot was mailed out to the property owner of The Ranch Active Adult project following approval of the Ordinance. The mail-ballot election has been completed and the ballot tabulated by the City Clerk (Attachment 3). The property owner has approved the Ordinance and the tax will be applied to Zone 8.

FISCAL IMPACT AND FUNDING SOURCE

There is no fiscal impact to the General Fund. Funds collected by this tax will be used to fund transit-related services.

ATTACHMENT(S)

City Council Staff Report - Page 2 of 2

1. Resolution

2. Exhibit A to the Resolution - Ballot

3. Exhibit B to the Resolution - Certified Ballot Results

ITEM 17.2. ATTACHMENT 1
Resolution No. XX-2024 Page 1 of 2

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

RESOLUTION NO. XX-2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA, STATE

OF CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE ELECTION FOR RANCHO CORDOVA TRANSIT-RELATED SERVICES SPECIAL TAX AREA ZONE 8 FOR THE

RANCH ACTIVE ADULT PROJECT

WHEREAS, on November 6, 2023, the City adopted a Resolution creating Special Tax Area Zone 8 within the Transit-Related Services Special Tax Area. Pursuant to the Resolution, the City Council directed the City Clerk to conduct a transit-related services tax election, to be conducted by mail ballot, pursuant to Elections Code section 4000; and

WHEREAS, the property owner within Zone 8 waived the timing requirements of Elections Code section 4000 in order to conduct the election on a date earlier provided under the Elections Code; and

WHEREAS, on December 4, 2023, the City adopted Ordinance No. 14-2023, which established a special tax for transit-related services in Zone 8, subject to landowner-voter confirmation; and

WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 14-2023 takes effect immediately upon confirmation by two- thirds of the voters voting within the relevant zone, so that taxes will be first collected for the tax year beginning July 1, 2024; and

WHEREAS, a ballot was sent to the landowner of Zone 8, The Ranch Active Adult project, which asked them a single question in the form of: “Shall Ordinance No. 14-2023 of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova be approved so as to authorize a special tax on property located in Zone 8 of the Rancho Cordova Transit-Related Services Special Tax Area to maintain the present level of transit-related services and provide additional funding for increased transit-related services?”; and

WHEREAS, the owner of the real property subject to the Transit-Related Services Special Tax Area Zone 8 has voted on the issue of whether to approve Ordinance No. 14-2023 and the City now wishes to declare the results of this transit-related services tax election for Zone 8.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA as follows:

1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct.

2. The City Clerk has tabulated the transit-related services special tax ballot and the following are the responses to the question on the ballot asking whether the landowner approves of Ordinance No. 14-2023 authorizing a special tax in the portion of Transit-Related Services Special Tax Zone 8 that encompasses the landowner’s property, in order to maintain the present level of transit-related services and provide additional funding for increased transit- related services:

Special Tax Area Zone: 1 “yes”; 0 “no”.

ITEM 17.2. ATTACHMENT 1
Resolution No. XX-2024 Page 2 of 2

3. In accordance with Ordinance No. 14-2023, the transit-related services special tax for Zone 8 shall take effect immediately, so that taxes will first be collected hereunder for the tax year beginning July 1, 2024.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the 5th day of February 2024 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

ATTEST:

David Sander, Mayor

Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

ITEM 17.2.

ATTACHMENT 2
Exhibit A to the Resolution

ITEM 17.2.

ATTACHMENT 2
Exhibit A to the Resolution

ITEM 17.2.

ATTACHMENT 3
Exhibit B to the Resolution

MEMORANDUM

City Council Staff Report - Page 1 of 2

ITEM 17.3.

DATE: February 5, 2024

TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: Amanda Norton, Economic Development Manager

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACT NO. 2024-20 WITH TIP STRATEGIES, INC IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $150,000 FOR ECONOMIC

DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN CONSULTING SERVICES

RECOMMENDATION

Adopt the Resolution.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

Adoption of the Resolution would authorize the City Manager to execute Contract No. 2024-20 with TIP Strategies, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $150,000 to produce an Economic Development Strategic Plan and Implementation Plan for the City.

BACKGROUND

The City of Rancho Cordova Economic Development Department has undertaken a rigorous process to select a consulting firm to assist in the development of the Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP). A total of 13 proposals were received from qualified consulting firms. The 13 proposals were reviewed and evaluated by an EDSP Review Committee, and after a thorough assessment, four (4) consulting firms were shortlisted for consideration. On Tuesday, December 12, 2023, the four (4) firms attended the City Council Work Session to present their qualifications and proposed approaches. City Council provided the Economic Development Department with their recommendations on top firms to move forward in the process. The Economic Development team interviewed the top applicants and made their final selection.

The EDSP is a year-long process that will provide significance to the city and its residents, community members, and businesses. The EDSP is a critical document that will guide the City of Rancho Cordova's economic development efforts for the next three (3) years. The EDSP would define a clear vision and set of strategies to enhance the City's economic prosperity, promote job growth, attract businesses, and ensure a vibrant and sustainable local economy.

Consultant Selection Process:

City Council Staff Report - Page 2 of 2

1. Request for Proposals (RFP): The City of Rancho Cordova issued an RFP on September 8, 2023, seeking qualified consulting firms to support the development of the EDSP. The RFP outlined the project's scope, objectives, and evaluation criteria.

2. Proposal Evaluation Committee: A committee comprised of City Economic Development staff, City staff members from the Planning Department and Housing Department, and two external Economic Development professionals was formed to evaluate the received proposals. Each proposal was thoroughly reviewed and assessed based on predefined criteria, including the firm's experience, qualifications, relevant past work, approach, and proposed project team.

3. Shortlisting: After a comprehensive review process, the Proposal Evaluation Committee identified four (4) top consulting firms that excelled in the evaluation criteria and demonstrated the capability to undertake this significant project effectively.

4. Invitation to Present: The four (4) shortlisted consulting firms were invited to present their qualifications, methodology, and approach to the City Council on December 12, 2023. These presentations offered an opportunity for City Council members to gain a deeper understanding of each firm's potential contributions to the EDSP. City Council provided their recommendations on which firms the Economic Development Team should proceed with for interviews.

5. Interview with Economic Development Team: The Economic Development Department interviewed the top three (3) consulting firms to further discuss methodologies, best practices, and the proposed scope of work.

6. Final Selection: The Economic Development Department determined their top consulting firm after a thorough evaluation.

The purpose of the Economic Development Strategic Plan will be to produce a written report and actionable strategy that meets the needs of the City for the next three (3) years.

FISCAL IMPACT AND FUNDING SOURCE

This project has been budgeted for from the Economic Development Measure R Budget.

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. Resolution

2. Contract No. 2024-20

ITEM 17.3. ATTACHMENT 1 Resolution No XX-2024 Page 1 of 2

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA
RESOLUTION NO. XX-2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA,

STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACT NO. 2024-20 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $150,000 WITH TIP STRATEGIES, INC.

FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN CONSULTING SERVICES WHEREAS, the City of Rancho Cordova will undertake a three (3) year city-wide Economic Development Strategic Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Strategic Plan will define a clear vision and set of strategies to enhance the City's economic prosperity, promote job growth, attract businesses, and ensure a vibrant and sustainable local economy; and WHEREAS, after a thorough consultant selection process, the City has identified TIP Strategies, Inc. as the consultancy firm to produce the Economic Development Strategic Plan and Implementation Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City will execute Contract No. 2024-20 with TIP Strategies, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $150,000 to produce an Economic Development Strategic Plan and Implementation Plan; and
WHEREAS, there are sufficient funds under the Economic Development General Fund budgeted to cover the costs of the contract.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA: does hereby authorize the City Manager to execute Contract No. 2024-20 with TIP Strategies, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $150,000 for Economic Development Strategic Plan consulting services in a form approved by the City Attorney.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the 5th day of February 2024 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
____________________________
David Sander, Mayor

ITEM 17.3. ATTACHMENT 1 Resolution No XX-2024 Page 2 of 2
ATTEST:

Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA AND
TIP STRATEGIES, INC.

THI
S AGREEMENT for professional services is made by and between the City of Rancho Cordova, a California municipal corporation (“City”), and TIP Strategies, Inc., a Texas Corporation (“Professional”), as of March 1, 2024.

Sec
tion 1. SERVICES. Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, Professional shall provide to City the services described in the Scope of Work attached as Exhibit A at the time and place and in the manner specified therein. In the event of a conflict or inconsistency between the terms of this Agreement and Exhibit A, the Agreement shall prevail.

1.1 Ter
m of Services. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date first noted above and shall end on March 31, 2025, the date of completion specified in Exhibit A.

Professional shall complete the work described in Exhibit A prior to that date, unless the term of the Agreement is otherwise terminated or extended, as provided for in Section 8.

The time provided to Professional to complete the services required by this Agreement shall not affect the City’s right to terminate the Agreement, as provided for in Section 8.

1.2 St
andard of Performance. Professional shall perform all services required pursuant to this Agreement in the manner and according to the standards observed by a competent practitioner of the profession in which Professional is engaged in the geographical area in which Professional practices its profession. Professional shall prepare all work products required by this Agreement in a substantial, first-class manner and shall conform to the standards of quality normally observed by a person practicing in Professional's profession.

1.3 As
signment of Personnel. Professional shall assign only competent personnel to perform services pursuant to this Agreement. In the event that City, in its sole discretion, at any time during the term of this Agreement, desires the reassignment of any such persons, Professional shall, immediately upon receiving notice from City of such desire of City, reassign such person or persons.

1.4 Tim
e. Professional shall devote such time to the performance of services pursuant to this Agreement as may be reasonably necessary to meet the standard of performance provided in Section 1.2 above and to satisfy Professional’s obligations hereunder.

Sec
tion 2. COMPENSATION. City hereby agrees to pay Professional a sum not to exceed one- hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000), notwithstanding any contrary indications that may be contained in Professional’s proposal, for services to be performed and reimbursable costs incurred under this Agreement. In the event of a conflict between this Agreement and Professional’s proposal, attached as Exhibit B, regarding the amount of compensation, the Agreement shall prevail. City shall pay Professional for services rendered pursuant to this Agreement at the time and in the manner set forth herein. The payments specified below shall be the only payments from City to Professional for services rendered ITEM 17.3.

ATTACHMENT 2
Contract No. 2024-20

pursuant to this Agreement. Professional shall submit all invoices to City in the manner specified herein.

Except as specifically authorized by City, Professional shall not bill City for duplicate services performed by more than one person.

Professional and City acknowledge and agree that compensation paid by City to Professional under this Agreement is based upon Professional’s estimated costs of providing the services required hereunder, including salaries and benefits of employees and subcontractors of Professional. Consequently, the parties further agree that compensation hereunder is intended to include the costs of contributions to any pensions and/or annuities to which Professional and its employees, agents, and subcontractors may be eligible. City therefore has no responsibility for such contributions beyond compensation required under this Agreement.

2.1 Invoices. Professional shall submit invoices, not more often than once a month during the term of this Agreement, based on the cost for services performed and reimbursable costs incurred prior to the invoice date. Invoices shall contain the following information:

 Serial identifications of progress bills; i.e., Progress Bill No. 1 for the first invoice, etc.;
 The beginning and ending dates of the billing period;  A Task Summary containing the original contract amount, the amount of prior billings, the total due this period, the balance available under the Agreement, and the percentage of completion;
 At City’s option, for each work item in each task, a copy of the applicable time entries or time sheets shall be submitted showing the name of the person doing the work, the hours spent by each person, a brief description of the work, and each reimbursable expense;
 The total number of hours of work performed under the Agreement by Professional and each employee, agent, and subcontractor of Professional performing services hereunder, as well as a separate notice when the total number of hours of work by Professional and any individual employee, agent, or subcontractor of Professional reaches or exceeds 800 hours, which shall include an estimate of the time necessary to complete the work described in Exhibit A;
 The Professional’s signature.

2.2 Monthly Payment. City shall make monthly payments, based on invoices received, for services satisfactorily performed, and for authorized reimbursable costs incurred. City shall have thirty (30) days from the receipt of an invoice that complies with all of the requirements above to pay Professional.

2.3 Final Payment. City shall make the final payment within sixty (60) days after completion of the services and submittal to City of a final invoice, if all services required have been satisfactorily performed.

2.4 Total Payment. City shall pay for the services to be rendered by Professional pursuant to this Agreement. City shall not pay any additional sum for any expense or cost whatsoever ITEM 17.3.

ATTACHMENT 2
Contract No. 2024-20

incurred by Professional in rendering services pursuant to this Agreement. City shall make no payment for any extra, further, or additional service pursuant to this Agreement.

In no event shall Professional submit any invoice for an amount in excess of the maximum amount of compensation provided above either for a task or for the entire Agreement, unless the Agreement is modified prior to the submission of such an invoice by a properly executed change order or amendment.

2.5 Hourly Fees. Fees for work performed by Professional on an hourly basis shall not exceed the amounts shown on the fee schedule set forth in Exhibit B.

2.6 Reimbursable Expenses. Reimbursable expenses, if any, are set forth in Exhibit B, and shall not exceed ten-thousand dollars ($10,000). Expenses not listed in Exhibit B are not chargeable to City. Reimbursable expenses are included in the total amount of compensation provided under this Agreement that shall not be exceeded.

2.7 Payment of Taxes. Professional is solely responsible for the payment of employment taxes incurred under this Agreement and any similar federal or state taxes.

2.8 Payment upon Termination. In the event that the City or Professional terminates this Agreement pursuant to Section 8, the City shall compensate the Professional for all outstanding costs and reimbursable expenses incurred for work satisfactorily completed as of the date of written notice of termination. Professional shall maintain adequate logs and timesheets in order to verify costs incurred to that date.

2.9 Authorization to Perform Services. The Professional is not authorized to perform any services or incur any costs whatsoever under the terms of this Agreement until receipt of authorization from the Contract Administrator.

Section 3. FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT. Except as set forth herein, Professional shall, at its sole cost and expense, provide all facilities and equipment that may be necessary to perform the services required by this Agreement. City shall make available to Professional only the facilities and equipment listed in this section, and only under the terms and conditions set forth herein.

City shall furnish physical facilities such as desks, filing cabinets, and conference space, as may be reasonably necessary for Professional’s use while consulting with City employees and reviewing records and the information in possession of the City. The location, quantity, and time of furnishing those facilities shall be in the sole discretion of City. In no event shall City be obligated to furnish any facility that may involve incurring any direct expense, including but not limited to computer, long-distance telephone or other communication charges, vehicles, and reproduction facilities.

ITEM 17.3.

ATTACHMENT 2
Contract No. 2024-20

Section 4. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. Before beginning any work under this Agreement, Professional, at its own cost and expense, shall procure "occurrence coverage" insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property that may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the Professional and its agents, representatives, employees, and subcontractors.

Professional shall provide proof satisfactory to City of such insurance that meets the requirements of this section and under forms of insurance satisfactory in all respects to the City. Professional shall maintain the insurance policies required by this section throughout the term of this Agreement. The cost of such insurance shall be included in the Professional's bid. Professional shall not allow any subcontractor to commence work on any subcontract until Professional has obtained all insurance required herein for the subcontractor(s) and provided evidence thereof to City. Verification of the required insurance shall be submitted and made part of this Agreement prior to execution. Professional shall maintain all required insurance listed herein for the duration of this Agreement.

4.1 Workers’ Compensation. Professional shall, at its sole cost and expense, maintain Statutory Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employer’s Liability Insurance for any and all persons employed directly or indirectly by Professional. The Statutory Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employer’s Liability Insurance shall be provided with limits of not less than ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000.00) per accident. In the alternative, Professional may rely on a self-insurance program to meet those requirements, but only if the program of self-insurance complies fully with the provisions of the California Labor Code. Determination of whether a self-insurance program meets the standards of the Labor Code shall be solely in the discretion of the Contract Administrator. The insurer, if insurance is provided, or the Professional, if a program of self-insurance is provided, shall waive all rights of subrogation against the City and its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers for loss arising from work performed under this Agreement.

An endorsement shall state that coverage shall not be canceled except after thirty (30) days' prior written notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to the City. Professional shall notify City within fourteen (14) days of notification from Professional’s insurer if such coverage is suspended, voided or reduced in coverage or in limits.

The requirement to maintain Statutory Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability Insurance may be waived by the City upon written verification that Professional does not have any employees.

4.2 Commercial General and Automobile Liability Insurance.

4.2.1 General requirements. Professional, at its own cost and expense, shall maintain commercial general liability insurance for the term of this Agreement in an amount not less than TWO MILLION DOLLARS ($2,000,000.00) and automobile liability insurance for the term of this Agreement in an amount not less than ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000.00). The commercial general liability and automobile ITEM 17.3.

ATTACHMENT 2
Contract No. 2024-20

liability insurance shall be per occurrence, combined single limit coverage for risks associated with the work contemplated by this Agreement. If a commercial general liability insurance or an automobile liability form or other form with a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to the work to be performed under this Agreement or the general aggregate limit shall be at least twice the required occurrence limit. Such coverage shall include but shall not be limited to, protection against claims arising from bodily and personal injury, including death resulting therefrom, and damage to property resulting from activities contemplated under this Agreement, including the use of owned and non- owned automobiles.

4.2.2 Minimum scope of coverage. Commercial general liability coverage shall be at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability occurrence form CG 0001 (most recent edition) covering comprehensive General Liability on an “occurrence” basis. Automobile coverage shall be at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Automobile Liability form CA 0001 (most recent edition), Code 1 (any auto). No endorsement shall be attached limiting the coverage.

4.2.3 Additional requirements. Each of the following shall be included in the insurance coverage or added as an endorsement to the policy:

a. City and its officers, employees, agents, and volunteers shall be covered as additional insureds with respect to each of the following: liability arising out of activities performed by or on behalf of Professional, including the insured’s general supervision of Professional; products and completed operations of Professional; premises owned, occupied, or used by Professional; and automobiles owned, leased, or used by the Professional. The coverage shall contain no special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to City or its officers, employees, agents, or volunteers.

b. The insurance shall cover on an occurrence or an accident basis, and not on a claims-made basis.

c. An endorsement must state that coverage is primary insurance with respect to the City and its officers, officials, employees and volunteers, and that no insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City shall be called upon to contribute to a loss under the coverage.

d. Any failure of Professional to comply with reporting provisions of the policy shall not affect coverage provided to City and its officers, employees, agents, and volunteers.

ITEM 17.3.

ATTACHMENT 2
Contract No. 2024-20

e. An endorsement shall state that coverage shall not be canceled except after thirty (30) days' prior written notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to the City. Professional shall notify City within fourteen (14) days of notification from Professional’s insurer if such coverage is suspended, voided or reduced in coverage or in limits.

4.3 Professional Liability Insurance. Professional, at its own cost and expense, shall maintain for the period covered by this Agreement professional liability insurance for licensed professionals performing work pursuant to this Agreement in an amount not less than TWO MILLION DOLLARS ($2,000,000) covering the licensed professionals’ errors and omissions.

4.3.1 Any deductible or self-insured retention shall not exceed $150,000 per claim.

4.3.2 An endorsement shall state that coverage shall not be suspended, voided, canceled by either party, or reduced in coverage or in limits, except after thirty (30) days' prior written notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to the City.

4.3.3 The following provisions shall apply if the professional liability coverages are written on a claims-made form:

a. The retroactive date of the policy must be shown and must be before the date of the Agreement.

b. Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least five (5) years after completion of the Agreement or the work, so long as commercially available at reasonable rates.

c. If coverage is canceled or not renewed and it is not replaced with another claims-made policy form with a retroactive date that precedes the date of this Agreement, Professional must provide extended reporting coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion of the Agreement or the work. The City shall have the right to exercise, at the Professional’s sole cost and expense, any extended reporting provisions of the policy, if the Professional cancels or does not renew the coverage.

d. A copy of the claim reporting requirements must be submitted to the City prior to the commencement of any work under this Agreement.

4.4 All Policies Requirements.

4.4.1 Acceptability of insurers. All insurance required by this section is to be placed with insurers with a Bests' rating of no less than A:VII.

ITEM 17.3.

ATTACHMENT 2
Contract No. 2024-20

4.4.2 Verification of coverage. Prior to beginning any work under this Agreement, Professional shall furnish City with certificates of insurance and with original endorsements effecting coverage required herein. The certificates and endorsements for each insurance policy are to be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. The City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, at any time.

4.4.3 Subcontractors. Professional shall include all subcontractors as insureds under its policies or shall furnish separate certificates and endorsements for each subcontractor. All coverages for subcontractors shall be subject to all of the requirements stated herein.

4.4.4 Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Professional shall disclose to and obtain the approval of City for the self-insured retentions and deductibles before beginning any of the services or work called for by any term of this Agreement.

During the period covered by this Agreement, only upon the prior express written authorization of Contract Administrator, Professional may increase such deductibles or self-insured retentions with respect to City, its officers, employees, agents, and volunteers. The Contract Administrator may condition approval of an increase in deductible or self-insured retention levels with a requirement that Professional procure a bond, guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses that is satisfactory in all respects to each of them.

4.4.5 Waiver of Subrogation. Professional hereby agrees to waive subrogation which any insurer or contractor may require from vendor by virtue of the payment of any loss. Consultant agrees to obtain any endorsements that may be necessary to e ffect this waiver of subrogation. The Workers’ Compensation policy shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the entity for all work performed by the Professional, its employees, agents, and subcontractors.

4.4.6 Notice of Reduction in Coverage. In the event that any coverage required by this section is reduced, limited, or materially affected in any other manner, Professional shall provide written notice to City at Professional’s earliest possible opportunity and in no case later than five (5) days after Professional is notified of the change in coverage.

4.5 Remedies. In addition to any other remedies City may have if Professional fails to provide or maintain any insurance policies or policy endorsements to the extent and within the time herein required, City may, at its sole option exercise any of the following remedies, which are alternatives to other remedies City may have and are not the exclusive remedy for Professional’s breach:

ITEM 17.3.

ATTACHMENT 2
Contract No. 2024-20

 Obtain such insurance and deduct and retain the amount of the premiums for such insurance from any sums due under the Agreement;

 Order Professional to stop work under this Agreement or withhold any payment that becomes due to Professional hereunder, or both stop work and withhold any payment, until Professional demonstrates compliance with the requirements hereof; and/or

 Terminate this Agreement.

Section 5. INDEMNIFICATION AND PROFESSIONAL’S RESPONSIBILITIES.

5.1 General Requirement. Professional shall indemnify, defend with counsel selected by the City, and hold harmless the City and its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers from and against any and all losses, liability, claims, suits, actions, damages, and causes of action arising out of any personal injury, bodily injury, loss of life, or damage to property, or any violation of any federal, state, or municipal law or ordinance, to the extent caused, in whole or in part, by the willful misconduct or negligent acts or omissions of Professional or its employees, subcontractors, or agents, by acts for which they could be held strictly liable, or by the quality or character of their work. The foregoing obligation of Professional shall not apply when (1) the injury, loss of life, damage to property, or violation of law arises wholly from the negligence or willful misconduct of the City or its officers, employees, agents, or volunteers and (2) the actions of Professional or its employees, subcontractor, or agents have contributed in no part to the injury, loss of life, damage to property, or violation of law. It is understood that the duty of Professional to indemnify and hold harmless includes the duty to defend as set forth in Section 2778 of the California Civil Code. Acceptance by City of insurance certificates and endorsements required under this Agreement does not relieve Professional from liability under this indemnification and hold harmless clause. This indemnification and hold harmless clause shall apply to any damages or claims for damages whether or not such insurance policies shall have been determined to apply. By execution of this Agreement, Professional acknowledges and agrees to the provisions of this Section and that it is a material element of consideration.

5.2 PERS Indemnification. In the event that Professional or any employee, agent, or subcontractor of Professional providing services under this Agreement is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction or the California Public Employees Retirement System (“PERS”) to be eligible for enrollment in PERS as an employee of City, Professional shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City for the payment of any and all employee and/or employer contributions for PERS benefits on behalf of Professional or its employees, agents, or subcontractors, as well as for the payment of any penalties and interest on such contributions, which would otherwise be the responsibility of City, and any attorneys’ fees and costs incurred by the City to enforce this Section.

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5.3 Design Professionals. To the extent that the services under this Agreement include design professional services subject to California Civil Code Section 2782.8, as may be amended from time to time, Professional’s duty to indemnify under Sections 5.1 and 5.2 shall only be to the maximum extent permitted by California Civil Code Section 2782.8.

Section 6. STATUS OF PROFESSIONAL.

6.1 Independent Contractor. At all times during the term of this Agreement, Professional shall be an independent contractor as defined in Labor Code Section 3353, and shall not be an employee of City. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed to be inconsistent with the foregoing relationship or status. City shall have the right to control Professional only insofar as the results of Professional's services rendered pursuant to this Agreement and assignment of personnel pursuant to Subparagraph 1.3; however, otherwise City shall not have the right to control the means and methods by which Professional accomplishes services rendered pursuant to this Agreement. Professional shall have no power or authority by this Agreement to bind the City in any respect. All employees and agents hired or retained by Professional are employees and agents of Professional and not of the City. The City shall not be obligated in any way to pay any wage claims or other claims made against Professional by any such employees or agents, or any other person resulting from performance of this Agreement.

Notwithstanding any other City, state, or federal policy, rule, regulation, law, or ordinance to the contrary, Professional and any of its employees, agents, and subcontractors providing services under this Agreement shall not qualify for or become entitled to, and hereby agree to waive any and all claims to, any compensation, benefit, or any incident of employment by City, including but not limited to eligibility to enroll in PERS as an employee of City and entitlement to any contribution to be paid by City for employer contributions and/or employee contributions for PERS benefits. Professional shall not allow any employee, agent or subcontractor to become eligible for a claim for PERS benefits.

6.2 Professional Not an Agent. Except as City may specify in writing, Professional shall have no authority, express or implied, to act on behalf of City in any capacity whatsoever as an agent. Professional shall have no authority, express or implied, pursuant to this Agreement to bind City to any obligation whatsoever.

Section 7. LEGAL REQUIREMENTS.

7.1 Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.

7.2 Compliance with Applicable Laws. Professional and any subcontractors shall comply with all laws and regulations applicable to the performance of the work hereunder, including but not limited to, the California Building Code, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and any copyright, patent or trademark law. Professional’s ITEM 17.3.

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f ailure to comply with any law(s) or regulation(s) applicable to the performance of the work hereunder shall constitute a breach of contract.

7.3 Other Governmental Regulations. To the extent that this Agreement may be funded by fiscal assistance from another governmental entity, Professional and any subcontractors shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations to which City is bound by the terms of such fiscal assistance program.

7.4 Licenses and Permits. Professional represents and warrants to City that Professional and its employees, agents, and any subcontractors have all licenses, permits, qualifications, and approvals of whatsoever nature that are legally required to practice their respective professions. Professional represents and warrants to City that Professional and its employees, agents, any subcontractors shall, at their sole cost and expense, keep in effect at all times during the term of this Agreement any licenses, permits, and approvals that are legally required to practice their respective professions. In addition to the foregoing, Professional and any subcontractors shall obtain and maintain valid Business Licenses from City during the term of this Agreement.

7.5 Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity. Professional shall not discriminate, on the basis of a person’s race, religion, color, national origin, age, physical or mental handicap or disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, or sexual orientation, against any employee, applicant for employment, subcontractor, bidder for a subcontract, or participant in, recipient of, or applicant for any services or programs provided by Professional under this Agreement. Professional shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, policies, rules, and requirements related to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment, contracting, and the provision of any services that are the subject of this Agreement, including but not limited to the satisfaction of any positive obligations required of Professional thereby.

Professional shall include the provisions of this Subsection in any subcontract approved by the Contract Administrator or this Agreement.

Section 8. TERMINATION AND MODIFICATION.

8.1 Termination. City may cancel this Agreement at any time and without cause upon written notification to Professional.

Professional may cancel this Agreement upon thirty (30) days’ written notice to City and shall include in such notice the reasons for cancellation.

In the event of termination, Professional shall be entitled to compensation for services performed to the effective date of termination; City, however, may condition payment of such compensation upon Professional delivering to City any or all documents, photographs, computer software, video and audio tapes, and other materials provided to ITEM 17.3.

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8.2 Extension. City may, in its sole and exclusive discretion, extend the end date of this Agreement beyond that provided for in Subsection 1.1. Any such extension shall require a written amendment to this Agreement, as provided for herein. Professional understands and agrees that, if City grants such an extension, City shall have no obligation to provide Professional with compensation beyond the maximum amount provided for in this Agreement. Similarly, unless authorized by the Contract Administrator, City shall have no obligation to reimburse Professional for any otherwise reimbursable expenses incurred during the extension period.

8.3 Amendments. The Parties may amend this Agreement only by a writing signed by all the Parties.

8.4 Assignment and Subcontracting. City and Professional recognize and agree that this Agreement contemplates personal performance by Professional and is based upon a determination of Professional’s unique personal competence, experience, and specialized personal knowledge. Moreover, a substantial inducement to City for entering into this Agreement was and is the professional reputation and competence of Professional.

Professional may not assign this Agreement or any interest therein without the prior written approval of the Contract Administrator. Professional shall not subcontract any portion of the performance contemplated and provided for herein, other than to the subcontractors noted in the proposal, without prior written approval of the Contract Administrator.

8.5 Survival. All obligations arising prior to the termination of this Agreement and all provisions of this Agreement allocating liability between City and Professional shall survive the termination of this Agreement.

8.6 Options upon Breach by Professional. If Professional materially breaches any of the terms of this Agreement, City’s remedies shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

8.6.1 Immediately terminate the Agreement;

8.6.2 Retain the plans, specifications, drawings, reports, design documents, and any other work product prepared by Professional pursuant to this Agreement;

8.6.3 Retain a different Professional to complete the work described in Exhibit A not finished by Professional; or

8.6.4 Charge Professional the difference between the cost to complete the work described in Exhibit A that is unfinished at the time of breach and the amount that City would have paid Professional pursuant to Section 2 if Professional had completed the work.

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Section 9. KEEPING AND STATUS OF RECORDS.

9.1 Records Created as Part of Professional’s Performance. All reports, data, maps, models, charts, studies, surveys, photographs, memoranda, plans, studies, specifications, records, files, or any other documents or materials, in electronic or any other form, that Professional prepares or obtains pursuant to this Agreement and that relate to the matters covered hereunder shall be the property of the City. Professional hereby agrees to deliver those documents to the City upon termination of the Agreement. It is understood and agreed that the documents and other materials, including but not limited to those described above, prepared pursuant to this Agreement are prepared specifically for the City and are not necessarily suitable for any future or other use. City and Professional agree that, until final approval by City, all data, plans, specifications, reports and other documents are confidential and will not be released to third parties without prior written consent of both parties.

9.2 Professional’s Books and Records. Professional shall maintain any and all ledgers, books of account, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, and other records or documents evidencing or relating to charges for services or expenditures and disbursements charged to the City under this Agreement for a minimum of three (3) years, or for any longer period required by law, from the date of final payment to the Professional pursuant to this Agreement.

9.3 Inspection and Audit of Records. Any records or documents that Section 9.2 of this Agreement requires Professional to maintain shall be made available for inspection, audit, and/or copying at any time during regular business hours, upon oral or written request of the City. Under California Government Code Section 8546.7, if the amount of public funds expended under this Agreement exceeds TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000.00), the Agreement shall be subject to the examination and audit of the State Auditor, at the request of City or as part of any audit of the City, for a period of three (3) years after final payment under the Agreement.

Section 10 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS.

10.1 Attorneys’ Fees. If a Party to this Agreement brings any action, including an action for declaratory relief, to enforce or interpret the provision of this Agreement, the prevailing Party shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys’ fees in addition to any other relief to which that Party may be entitled. The court may set such fees in the same action or in a separate action brought for that purpose.

10.2 Venue. In the event that either Party brings any action against the other under this Agreement, the Parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of Sacramento or in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California.

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10.3 Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision of this Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any other provision of this Agreement.

10.4 No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of this Agreement does not constitute a waiver of any other breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement.

10.5 Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the successors and assigns of the Parties.

10.6 Use of Recycled Products. Professional shall prepare and submit all reports, written studies and other printed material on recycled paper to the extent it is available at equal or less cost than virgin paper.

10.7 Conflict of Interest. Professional may serve other clients, but none whose activities within the corporate limits of City or whose business, regardless of location, would place Professional in a “conflict of interest,” as that term is defined in the Political Reform Act, codified at California Government Code Section 81000 et seq.

Professional shall not employ any City official in the work performed pursuant to this Agreement. No officer or employee of City shall have any financial interest in this Agreement that would violate California Government Code Sections 1090 et seq.

Professional hereby warrants that it is not now, nor has it been in the previous twelve (12) months, an employee, agent, appointee, or official of the City. If Professional was an employee, agent, appointee, or official of the City in the previous twelve months, Professional warrants that it did not participate in any manner in the forming of this Agreement. Professional understands that, if this Agreement is made in violation of Government Code §1090 et.seq., the entire Agreement is void and Professional will not be entitled to any compensation for services performed pursuant to this Agreement, including reimbursement of expenses, and Professional will be required to reimburse the City for any sums paid to the Professional. Professional understands that, in addition to the foregoing, it may be subject to criminal prosecution for a violation of Government Code § 1090 and, if applicable, will be disqualified from holding public office in the State of California.

10.8 Solicitation. Professional agrees not to solicit business at any meeting, focus group, or interview related to this Agreement, either orally or through any written materials.

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10.9 Contract Administration. This Agreement shall be administered by Amanda Norton ("Contract Administrator"). All correspondence shall be directed to or through the Contract Administrator or his or her designee.

10.10 Notices. Any written notice to Professional shall be sent to:

Tom Stellman, CEO/Founder
TIP Strategies, Inc,
13492 N Hwy 183, Suite 120-254
Austin, TX 78750

Email Address (for Insurance Update Requests)
Jeff Marcell, Senior Partner: [email protected]

Any written notice to City shall be sent to:

Amanda Norton
City of Rancho Cordova
2729 Prospect Park Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
[email protected]

10.11 Professional Seal. Where applicable in the determination of the Contract Administrator or when required by law, the first page of a technical report, first page of design specifications, and each page of construction drawings shall be stamped/sealed and signed by the licensed professional responsible for the report/design preparation. The stamp/seal shall be in a block entitled "Seal and Signature of Registered Professional with report/design responsibility," as in the following example.

_________________________________________
Seal and Signature of Registered Professional with
report/design responsibility.

10.12 Integration. This Agreement, including the scope of work attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A, and the compensation schedule attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit B, represents the entire and integrated agreement between City and Professional and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.

10.13 IRS Form W-9. Professional shall complete and submit Internal Revenue Service Form W-9 to the City before execution of this Agreement. The City’s Finance Director shall have authority to waive this requirement.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the day and year first set forth above, which date shall be considered by the Parties to be the effective date of this Agreement.

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA PROFESSIONAL

______________________________ ______________________________ Micah Runner, City Manager Tom Stellman, CEO/Founder

Date: ____________________ D ate: ____________________

Attest:

______________________________
Stacy Leitner, CMC, City Clerk

Date: ____________________

Approved as to Form:

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Adam U. Lindgren, City Attorney

Date: ____________________

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EXHIBIT A

SCOPE OF SERVICES

1. DISCOVERY
Professional will begin by reviewing available materials, visiting with knowledgeable sources, and conducting a targeted analysis of relevant trends to create a common foundation for the planning process.

1.1. PROJECT LAUNCH. At the outset of the engagement, Professional focuses on establishing clear expectations and effective communication, which is the cornerstone of a successful project. • Kickoff meeting. The meeting provides the opportunity to discuss objectives, define success, identify stakeholders and partners, formalize the outreach strategy, and review expectations. • Council work session. Professional will facilitate a Council work session to define the scope of project, recommendations, and intended outcomes.
• Team meetings. Professional will collaborate and coordinate with appropriate staff and leadership during the engagement. The timing of meetings and reporting updates will be decided upon during the launch.
• Steering committee. If an oversight group is not already in place, Professional can assist with forming a steering committee that is representative of current economic development efforts.

Members are responsible for attending meetings, providing input, and reviewing deliverables.

1.2. ORGANIZATIONAL ANALYSIS. Professional will work with the City to ensure that Professional has a foundational understanding of the network, policies, priorities, and benchmarks that will influence the planning process. Findings will be expanded upon in later tasks and help inform recommendations.

• Policies. Examining current federal, statewide, and regional economic development strategies, initiatives, and programs (e.g., Sacramento Region Community Economic Resilience Fund, Greater Sacramento Region Prosperity Strategy, Greater Sacramento Economic Council) will ensure Professional builds on existing knowledge.

• Relationships. A scan of the partner network will help define existing relationships within the regional market and identify potential partnerships.
• Priorities. Discussions with the appropriate staff will ensure Professional has a full picture of the City’s economic development initiatives and core functions. This will likely include interviews with Economic Development and other key City departments.
• Benchmarks. To ascertain Rancho Cordova’s competitive position, Professional will benchmark the City against an agreed upon number of local, national, and international programs that serve similar communities. Professional will compile available organizational and programmatic information.

1.3. CITYWIDE BASELINE ANALYSIS. Professional’s analysts will prepare a targeted assessment of factors (e.g., demographic, socioeconomic, labor and workforce, educational and employment development) that define the City’s competitiveness. The analysis will be tailored to meet project objectives and take advantage of available data resources. This task will consider the City’s current economic position and identify broader economic trends that may impact its economic future. Focus will be placed on the understanding of differential performance across Rancho Cordova’s underserved communities. Where possible, Professional will look at data disaggregated by ethnicity and race.

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for the outcome of the planning process. Professional will encourage inclusive participation by holding a combination of in-person and virtual events and employing tools like Mentimeter, Zoho, and Zoom. • Roundtables & interviews. While the final list of stakeholders will be determined in coordination with the City, Professional anticipates 8 to 10 roundtables that include nonprofits, government agencies, business leaders, major real estate brokers, developers, educational institutions, and utility providers. The goal will be to have productive discussions that generate information about trends, barriers, opportunities, and assets. Where appropriate, sessions will be supplemented by interviews to solicit feedback on issues that may not surface in a collective setting.

• Public townhalls. Professional will facilitate three (3) townhalls to engage a larger group of stakeholders. These sessions will provide additional insight into issues affecting communities.

Townhalls can be conducted in English and Spanish, as agreed upon during the project launch. • Interactive tools. To expand participation, Professional can facilitate the use of social media, online surveys, and other interactive tools that will help gather anecdotal information about assets and challenges and increase buy-in among the broader community. • Public workshop. Professional will analyze findings from engagement actions, outlining concerns, opportunities, and future needs. Professional’s consultants will then conduct a public workshop with the City Council to present and discuss findings from the analysis. The work session will provide the Council and the community a chance to engage and offer feedback.

Professional will prepare materials and facilitate discussion. Logistics (e.g., arranging locations, advertising sessions, and providing translation services) would be addressed in partnership with the client.

1.5. COMPETITIVE POSITION. Professional will use qualitative and quantitative findings to summarize the City’s national and regional competitive position. In addition to strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats that emerge, Professional’s analysis will highlight factors that differentiate the area from the competition, particularly in the context of future trends. The results will suggest opportunities, highlight trends impacting underserved communities, and help drive subsequent tasks.

2. OPPORTUNITY
Building on the Discovery phase findings and a review of best practices, Professional identifies which opportunities are likely to have the greatest potential for success.

2.1. STRATEGIC DIRECTION. Working closely with the client, Professional will ensure the City’s vision and mission statements align with the strategic direction that emerges from Discovery. In addition, Professional will help craft guiding principles that embody the goals and objectives of the planning process. This step will provide a framework that points to recommended actions and establishes priorities.

2.2. TARGET INDUSTRY ANALYSIS. Professional’s analysts will provide a current industry snapshot that will help the City prioritize key sectors for growth and expansion.

• Occupational structure. Professional will use employment data by occupation to analyze the regional workforce, review growth trends, and identify regional strengths. A review of current job postings in the region will be used to identify the positions existing employers are currently trying to fill and to capture data on the skills and certifications required.

• Posting analytics. For each target, Professional then analyzes US job postings from the most recent 12-month period. This approach differs from an industry-occupation staffing matrix, which can be dated and unclear as to where hiring demands are tightest. Carefully selected samples of recent job postings allow us to identify a target's most sought-after occupations and specialized skills in (near) real-time. Professional then analyzes the region's workforce readiness for targeted ITEM 17.3.

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investments and pose strategic questions about the alignment of the talent pipeline with employer needs.
• Industry alignment. Professional will explore the alignment of identified occupational strengths with the needs of target industries and major employers in the region. Using an equity lens, Professional’s analysis also documents patterns of occupational participation by race, ethnicity, gender, and age.

Living wage thresholds are considered for a mix of family household situations. This approach equips communities with the information they need to plan for an inclusive, target-ready workforce.

2.3. COMMERCIAL PROPERTY ANALYSIS. The analysis will cover supply and demand trends to identify market opportunities for the City’s real estate product. Professional will review key real estate market indicators, including rents, vacancies, and construction deliveries, as well as the underlying drivers of demand in the key property types. Professional’s analysts will examine the extent to which available sites and redevelopment opportunities align with target industries, workforce capacity, business trends, utilities, and equitable economic development for underserved and underinvested communities. This task will help identify development opportunities and inform strategies to establish the City as a leading destination for relocations and expansions for identified key sectors.

2.4. BUSINESS ATTRACTION, RETENTION, AND EXPANSION. Based on the target sector and development opportunities identified in Tasks 2.2 and 2.3, Professional’s consultants will examine the City’s current marketing, branding, and incentives/related policies to inform business attraction, retention, and expansion recommendations.

• Incentives. Building on the work in Task 1.2, Professional will conduct a review of the City’s current recruitment and retention efforts, particularly incentives and related policies. This work will suggest how to better align future business development with market opportunities. • Marketing. How an area is perceived—by the public, visitors, the media, corporations, and site selectors—is crucial to its economic health. Professional’s team will seek to answer: What image is Rancho Cordova projecting? Professional will consider the approach used by the City and other local partners, as well as marketing and branding campaigns that are recruitment-and retention-driven.

This will suggest opportunities for marketing practices/tools, branding, and programs that are aligned with business attraction, retention, and expansion efforts in identified key sectors.

2.5. OPPORTUNITY WORKSHOP. This is a facilitated discussion of potential strategies and opportunities for consideration in the Implementation phase. By building consensus on economic development priorities for Rancho Cordova, the result will be a set of prioritized strategies and focus areas, along with a collaborative framework for aligning available resources to accomplish them.

3. IMPLEMENTATION
Professional provides a transparent, actionable plan for achieving the identified goals and objectives.

3.1. INTERACTIVE DATA DELIVERABLE. As a companion to the strategic plan, Professional will provide all quantitative data findings (Tasks 1.3, 2.2, 2.3) in an interactive format. Many of Professional’s clients make their Tableau data visualizations available online to the public.

3.2. STRATEGIC PLAN. Using findings from prior phases, coupled with the experience of the consulting team, Professional will prepare a three-year strategic plan that furthers sustainable and inclusive economic growth. In addition to outlining specific goals and strategies, the plan will highlight key findings from the quantitative analyses and stakeholder input. Together with the implementation plan (see Task 3.3), the resulting document will provide specific recommendations and tools needed to implement a long-term ITEM 17.3.

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economic strategy. Professional anticipates the plan would address a number of topics, including the following.
• Pinpointing the City’s market position, as well as primary opportunities/challenges. • Positioning the City with identified key sectors.
• Prioritizing development projects aligned with growth areas and equity goals. • Aligning incentives with economic development goals and objectives. • Improving marketing practices and tools, brand development, and programs. • Proposing innovative initiatives to attract new businesses and investments to the City.

3.3. IMPLEMENTATION PLAN. Professional will prepare a matrix that identifies responsible parties and potential partnership opportunities, establishes timelines and levels of effort, sets priorities, includes budget estimates (where applicable), identifies potential funding sources, and defines meaningful and realistic performance metrics over the next three years of implementation.

3.4. PRESENTATION. Professional will prepare a PowerPoint presentation and present the proposed strategic and implementation plans for Council Members' consideration and approval at a public meeting.

3.5. IMPLEMENTATION WORKSHOP. To build momentum, Professional will also facilitate an Implementation workshop focused on near-term tasks (60 to 90 days) in conjunction with the final presentation. This step capitalizes on the energy that is present at rollout and helps to jump start the process.

DELIVERABLES
To execute the preceding scope, Professional will provide the following deliverables in the formats indicated in parentheses. All deliverables will be in an electronic format in Professional’s color scheme and fonts. Requests for custom branding must be agreed upon in advance and may be subject to an additional fee. • Facilitation of project meetings, such as team meetings, steering committee meetings, and workshops, including electronic versions of any presentations (PowerPoint) or other materials. • Facilitation of input sessions, such as roundtables, interviews, public forums, and stakeholder workshops, including electronic versions of any presentations (PowerPoint) or other materials. • Interactive data visualizations (Tableau Public) of the analyses outlined in the scope of work. • Narrative deliverable (PDF of Word document) highlighting findings and recommendations, including selected graphics as applicable.
• Implementation plan (Excel) with goals, strategies, and actions for use assigning roles/ timeframes.

CLIENT ROLE
To execute the scope, Professional will work closely with the City and seek assistance in several areas. • Designating a point person responsible for assisting with scheduling project meetings, helping with stakeholder input (logistics, advertising, translation services), and coordinating deliverables review. • Providing economic development plans, budget and staffing for economic development, major employer list, recent surveys, a list of partners/initiatives, and information on special districts and recent prospects. • Identifying key stakeholders and helping to bring them to the table. • Providing information on current economic conditions, as well as historical and future trends. • Providing input and feedback on deliverables throughout the process.

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EXHIBIT B

COMPENSATION SCHEDULE

The fee for this work is $140,000, plus expenses, with total costs not to exceed $150,000.

FEES
Professional’s contracts are typically structured as a flat fee, payable in monthly installments based on the length of the engagement. This breakdown is an estimate that reflects anticipated level of effort.

Adjustments may be made between phases to reflect changing priorities and assignments during the engagement.

Hourly Rate
Principal $275
SVP/VP/Senior $200
Professional $150
Associate $125

Task Breakdown
Discovery $50,375
Opportunity $45,500
Implementation $44,125
Total: $140,000

EXPENSES
Expenses are subject to approval and are billed at cost. Professional anticipates a combination of virtual and in-person meetings. The not-to-exceed amount of one-hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) assumes three (3) to four (4) in-person trips. Actual trips may include a mix of travel modes and varying levels of staffing, travel days, etc. The timing and number of trips would be discussed as part of the development of a project work plan.

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ITEM 17.4.

DATE: February 5, 2024

TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM:

Albert Stricker, Public Works Director
Kristine Courdy, Senior Civil Engineer
Stefan Heisler, Housing Manager

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO. 2023-113-1 WITH TETRA TECH, INC.

TO INCREASE THE CONTRACT AMOUNT FROM $99,995.41 TO AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $157,869.41 FOR THE SOIL
REMEDIATION PROJECT AT 10153-10179 FOLSOM BOULEVARD

RECOMMENDATION

Adopt the Resolution.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

Adoption of the Resolution would authorize the City Manager to execute Contract Amendment 2023-113-1 with Tetra Tech, Inc. to increase the contract amount from $99,995.41 to an amount not to exceed $157,869.41 for the Soil Remediation Project at 10153-10179 Folsom Boulevard.

BACKGROUND

The Mills Crossing Project is a proposed mixed-use development located at 10153-10179 Folsom Boulevard. The major features of the approved concept plan include community facilities focused on arts, wellness, events, small business incubator and workforce training uses, open space, housing, and parking.

The City of Rancho Cordova received a $3.1 Million Equitable Community Revitalization Grant (ECRG) from the State of California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) to perform site cleanup and soil remediation at the Project Site. Tetra Tech, Inc. is the environmental engineer who prepared the site cleanup plan approved by the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB). This approved site cleanup plan was utilized to prepare and successfully receive the DTSC grant funding.

One of the grant requirements is to perform competitive procurement to ensure competitive pricing for the construction services awarded by the grant. Tetra Tech, Inc. as the environmental engineer for the project is preparing the bid plans and specifications to receive competitive construction bids. They have completed the first phase of the bid plans and specifications. The proposed contract amendment is to finalize the well abandonment

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permitting and oversight required as part of the overall project.

The next steps are to receive the competitive bids for all the proposed work and the proposed construction services agreements will be brought back to City Council for review and approval.

Soil remediation construction is planned to begin in the spring of 2024.

FISCAL IMPACT AND FUNDING SOURCE

These services are funded from the Mills Crossing Capital Improvement Project Budget.

ATTACHMENT(S)

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2. Contract Amendment

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CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

RESOLUTION NO. XX-2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA, STATE

OF CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO. 2023-113-1 WITH TETRA TECH, INC. TO INCREASE THE CONTRACT AMOUNT FROM $99,995.41 TO AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $157,869.41 FOR THE SOIL REMEDIATION PROJECT AT 10153-10179 FOLSOM BOULEVARD

WHEREAS, the City entered into Contract No. 2023-113 with Tetra Tech, Inc. on June 6, 2023 in the amount of $99,995.41 to provide environmental engineering and design services for the Soil Remediation Project at 10153-10179 Folsom Boulevard; and

WHEREAS, Tetra Tech, Inc. completed the first phase of the bid plans and specifications and the proposed contact amendment is for the well abandonment permitting and oversight required as part of the overall project; and

WHEREAS, the City wishes to increase the maximum compensation from $99,995.41 to an amount not to exceed $157,869.41 required to perform the well abandonment permitting and oversight required as part of the overall project; and
WHEREAS, the services exceed the maximum amount the City Manager has authorization to approve; and

WHEREAS, there are sufficient funds budgeted to cover the cost of the contract.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA does authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute Contract Amendment No. 2023-113-1 with Tetra Tech, Inc. in a form approved by the City Attorney to increase the contract amount from $99,995.41 to an amount not to exceed $157,869.41 for the environmental engineering and design services for the Soil Remediation Project at 10153-10179 Folsom Boulevard.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the 5th day of February 2024 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

ATTEST:

David Sander, Mayor
Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

CONTRACT NO. 2023-113-1
First Amendment to Professional Services Agreement between Page 1 of 4 City of Rancho Cordova and Tetra Tech, Inc.

FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
B

ETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA AND
TETRA TECH, INC.

This First Amendment to the Agreement for Professional Services (“Amendment”) is made by and between the City of Rancho Cordova (“City”) and Tetra Tech, Inc., a Delaware Corporation (“Professional”) as of February 5, 2024. City and Professional are hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Parties."

RECITALS
W
HEREAS, the Parties entered into a Professional Services Agreement (“PSA”) dated June 6, 2023 for the purpose of providing professional services to develop soil remediation and technical specifications and plans for the public bidding process of the soil remediation project at 10153-10175 Folsom Boulevard funded by the California Department of Toxic Substance Control through the Equitable Communities Revitalization Grant (“Project”); and WHEREAS, this Amendment will increase the compensation amount by fifty seven thousand eight hundred and seventy-four dollars ($57,874.00) and expand the scope of work to include permitting and oversight for well abandonment professional services associated with the Project; and WHEREAS, the Parties agree that changes to the term and services provided for in the PSA are necessary in order for the City to continue receiving services by Professional.

NOW, THEREFORE, the Parties hereto agree as follows:

AGREEMENT
1 . Section 2 of the PSA, “Compensation,” provides for the City to pay Professional a sum not to exceed ninety-nine thousand nine hundred and ninety-five dollars and forty-one cents ($99,995.41). The Parties agree to amend Section 2 of the PSA in order to increase the compensation amount to pay Professional for additional services. The first sentence of Section 2 of the PSA is amended to read as follows:
"City hereby agrees to pay Professional a sum not to exceed One Hundred Fifty-Seven Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Nine Dollars and Forty One Cents ($157,869.41), notwithstanding any contrary indication that may be contained in Professional’s proposal, for services to be performed and reimbursable costs incurred under this Agreement.”

2. The document entitled “Amendment 1 Scope of Work,” attached hereto as Exhibit A, shall be incorporated into the PSA's Exhibit A.
3 . The document entitled “Amendment 1 Compensation Schedule,” attached hereto as Exhibit B, shall be incorporated into the PSA's Exhibit B.
4 . All other terms and conditions in the PSA shall remain in full force and effect to the extent they are not in conflict with this Amendment.

ITEM 17.4.

ATTACHMENT 2

CONTRACT NO. 2023-113-1

First Amendment to Professional Services Agreement between Page 2 of 4 City of Rancho Cordova and Tetra Tech, Inc.

5. The signatures of the Parties to this Amendment may be executed and acknowledged on separate pages or in counterparts which, when attached to this Amendment, shall constitute one complete Amendment.

6. Contract Administration. This Agreement shall be administered by Kristine Courdy ("Contract Administrator"). All correspondence shall be directed to or through the Contract Administrator or his or her designee.

Notices. Any written notice to Professional shall be sent to:

Betty Li
3101 Zinfandel Dr, Suite 200
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Email Address (for Insurance Update Requests):

[email protected]

Any written notice to City shall be sent to:

Kristine Courdy
2729 Prospect Park Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Amendment on the day and year first above written.

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA PROFESSIONAL

____________________________ ______________________________ Micah Runner, City Manager Roy Marroquin, West Coast Regional Manager

Date:__________________ Date:__________________

Attest:

____________________________
Stacy Leitner, CMC, City Clerk

Date:__________________

Approved as to Form:

____________________________
Adam U. Lindgren, City Attorney

Date:__________________

ITEM 17.4.

ATTACHMENT 2

CONTRACT NO. 2023-113-1

First Amendment to Professional Services Agreement between Page 3 of 4 City of Rancho Cordova and Tetra Tech, Inc.

EXHIBIT A

ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK SERVICES

Refer to the attached Proposal

ITEM 17.4.

ATTACHMENT 2

TETRA TECH, INC
3101 Zinfandel Drive, Suite 200, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 Tel 916.853.1800 Fax 916.853.1860 www.tetratech.com V
ia Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
Jan
uary 22, 2024
Ci
ty of Rancho Cordova
2729 Prospect Park Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Attn: Ms. Kristine Courdy and Mr. Stefan Heisler
Re: So
il Remediation Support, 10153 - 10179 Folsom Blvd, Rancho Cordova, California Dear
Ms. Courdy and Mr. Heisler:

Tet
ra Tech, Inc. (Tetra Tech) is pleased to provide this proposal to the City of Rancho Cordova (the City) for conducting the scope detailed below in support of the initial step for the City’s soil remediation project at the City’s property located at 10153 through 10179 Folsom Blvd in Rancho Cordova, California (the Site).

So
il remediation will be conducted at the Site in accordance with a Site Cleanup Plan and a Site Cleanup Plan Addendum approved by the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board (the RWQCB).

Sc
ope of Work
Tas
k 1 Permitting and Oversight for Well Abandonment
Bas
ed on historical documents for the Site, it is expected that there are 11 wells at the Site to be properly abandoned before soil excavation, including five soil vapor extraction (SVE) wells, five groundwater monitoring wells, and one groundwater extraction well. Tetra Tech will conduct the following to support the City on abandoning the 11 wells:
• Finalize specifications and plans for the subject City’s soil remediation project. • Collect well construction information for the 11 wells from historical documents to identify well abandonment
method.
• Conduct a site reconnaissance to locate the 11 wells. Tetra Tech visually identified a portion of the 11 wells through previous
work. A site reconnaissance will be conducted to
locate all 11 wells.
• Support the City in preparing bid documents for procuring a California C-57 licensed
driller for the well abandonment.
• Prepare well abandonment permit application to the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (SacEMD).
• Provide field oversight for well abandonment by the City selected driller. • Complete and submit well completion reports to the California Department of Water ITEM 17.4.

ATTACHMENT 2

Resources (DWR).
• Survey x, y, z coordinates for 21 previous soil vapor sampling locations.

Ass
umptions:
• The City will contract a driller directly for well abandonment. • The City will sign permit application and pay permit fee to SacEMD. • Tetra Tech will sample and analyze soil cuttings from well abandonment and compare to the San Franciso Bay RWQCB Environmental Screening Levels (ESLs) for soil direct exposure for residential use. If the concentrations are lower than the ESLs, the soil will be re-used at the Site. Otherwise, the soil will be handled in accordance with the soil treatment options in the Site Cleanup Plan Addendum. It is assumed that offsite disposal is not needed.
• Tetra Tech will sample and analyze liquid waste from well abandonment, if any. Liquid waste will be staged onsite and disposed later with condensate from future SVE operations. It is assumed the liquid waste is non-hazardous. • The City will sign all waste manifests, if offsite disposal is needed. • An allowance of $9,800 is included for supporting the City in preparing bid documents for procuring a California C-57 licensed driller for the well abandonment. Billing will be based on the labor rates in the cost proposal and actual working hours.

Schedul
e
Work will start immediately following receipt of written approval of the proposal from the City.

This task is expected to take approximately 2 months, depending on the City’s bidding and procurement process for drilling work. Well abandonment permit application review by SacEMD is expected to take 2-3 weeks. Please note that permit application can only be submitted AFTER driller is selected.

Budge
t
Work w
ill be performed on time-and-material basis with an estimated budget of $57,874. Please see cost breakdown attached. The labor rates shown in the cost breakdown are for calendar year 2024.

Tet
ra Tech appreciates the opportunity of working for the City. If you have any questions on the proposal, please contact Betty Li at (916) 853-4525.

Sin
cerely,
Tetra
Tech
Betty
Li
Senior Environmental Engineer
ITEM 17.4.

ATTACHMENT 2

CONTRACT NO. 2023-113-1

First Amendment to Professional Services Agreement between Page 4 of 4 City of Rancho Cordova and Tetra Tech, Inc.

EXHIBIT B

ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION SCHEDULE

Refer to the attached Proposal

ITEM 17.4.

ATTACHMENT 2

City of Rancho Cordova 10153-10179 Folsom Blvd Soil Remediation Support City of Rancho Cordova Attention: Ms. Kristine Courdy
TRUE
Phases / Tasks
302 hrs 57,874.00$
Bill
Team Hrly Rate Tot Est. Hrs Total Est. Cost Hours Cost
Project Manager / B. Li $212.00 27.0 5,724.00$ 27.0 5,724.00$ Construction Manager /K. Hoofard $185.00 100.0 18,500.00$ 100.0 18,500.00$ Professional Geologist / G. Kuhl $185.00 68.0 12,580.00$ 68.0 12,580.00$ Field Geologist $110.00 80.0 8,800.00$ 80.0 8,800.00$
H&S Lead $239.00 4.0 956.00$ 4.0 956.00$
QSP $165.00 0.0 -$ - -$
CADD/GIS $154.00 8.0 1,232.00$ 8.0 1,232.00$
Admin $98.00 1.0 98.00$ 1.0 98.00$
QSD $192.00 4.0 768.00$ 4.0 768.00$
Scientist (Stormwater) $135.00 8.0 1,080.00$ 8.0 1,080.00$ Principal Engineer, PE $218.00 2.0 436.00$ 2.0 436.00$ Principal Remediation Engineer $294.00 0.0 -$ - -$
Subtotal Tetra Tech Labor 302.0 hrs 50,174.00$ 302.0 50,174.00$ --Total Tetra Tech Labor 50,174.00$ 50,174.00$
Total Est. Cost Cost
Lab - Waste Profiling 1,360.00$ 1,360.00$
Sub - Surveyor 4,200.00$ 4,200.00$
Subtotal Subcontractors 5,560.00$ 5,560.00$
Markup 556.00$ 10.00% 556.00$
--Total Subcontractors 6,116.00$ 6,116.00$
Total Est. Cost Cost
Field Supplies 250.00$ 250.00$
Field Vehicle 1,190.00$ 1,190.00$
Subtotal Other Direct Costs 1,440.00$ 1,440.00$
Markup $144.00 10.00% $144.00
--Total Other Direct Costs 1,584.00$ 1,584.00$
Project/Task --Total 57,874.00$ 57,874.00$
PROJECT Total 57,874.00$
Subcontractors
Other Direct Costs
Project Cost Summary
Project Total Task 1 Permitting and
Oversight for Well
Abandonment
Tetra Tech Labor
Tetra Tech Confidential Information
Printed 1/22/2024
TT Cost-Price Model
Proposal
ITEM 17.4.

ATTACHMENT 2

MEMORANDUM

City Council Staff Report - Page 1 of 2

ITEM 18.1.

DATE: February 5, 2024

TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members

FROM: Darcy Goulart, Planning Manager

SUBJECT: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA AMENDING TITLE 2 ADMINISTRATION AND
PERSONNEL, CHAPTER 2.30 PLANNING COMMISSION TO

INCORPORATE ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS TO AT-LARGE
MEMBERS (CEQA EXEMPT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15061(B)(3))

RECOMMENDATION

Waive the first reading and introduce the Ordinance.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

The Ordinance would come back for a second reading and adoption at the next regular City Council meeting. Approval of the Ordinance would amend Title 2, Administration and Personnel, Chapter 2.30 Planning Commission.

BACKGROUND

At the December 18, 2023 City Council meeting, the Council had a discussion regarding the potential incorporation of professional experience in a development related field into the Municipal Code for the two at-large Planning Commission members. Upon conclusion of staff's presentation and discussion, the Council directed staff to bring back a code amendment addressing the desire to have professional experience for the two at-large members.

ANALYSIS

Chapter 2.30, Planning Commission, Section 2.30.040 Qualifications is proposed to be amended to include the following:

D. Professional experience in a field closely related to development such as land use or environmental planner, surveyor or engineer, designer, architect, building contractor or other closely related professions is desired for the two at-large members.

This language is proposed to be added based upon the Council's direction at the December 18, 2023, Regular City Council meeting. As of the date of this staff report, both at-large positions are vacant and recruitment to fill both positions will begin in early February of 2024. It's anticipated that Council will have applications to review and make selections to fill these two vacancies in March of 2024.

City Council Staff Report - Page 2 of 2

ENVIRONMENTAL

CEQA requires analysis of agency approvals of discretionary“projects.” A “project,” under CEQA, is defined as “the whole of an action, which has a potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.” (CEQA Guidelines, § 15378.) As reflected in State CEQA Guideline 15061 (b) (3), an activity is not subject to CEQA, “[where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment…” The proposed amendments are not a “project” within the meaning of CEQA because the amendments seek to provide clarification of qualifications to become an at-large Planning Commissioner. Because no expansion of uses or activities is reasonably anticipated, no possibility exists that the ordinance will result in a significant effect on the environment. Thus, the proposed ordinance is not subject to the requirements of CEQA. However, in the event that adoption of the ordinance is considered a CEQA project, it would nonetheless qualify for categorical exemptions as set forth below.

CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) states that a project is exempt from CEQA “where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment.” The approval of the code amendments set forth in the proposed ordinance does not approve any physical development and it would not result in a direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. For these reasons, the proposed amendments would not have the potential to result in individually or cumulatively significant effects on the environment and these Municipal Code amendments are exempt from review under CEQA and no further environmental review is necessary.

FISCAL IMPACT AND FUNDING SOURCE

There is no fiscal impact.

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. Ordinance

2. Exhibit A to the Ordinance

3. Track Changes

ITEM 18.1. ATTACHMENT 1 Ordinance No. XX-2024 Page 1 of 2

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA
ORDINANCE NO. XX-2024

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA AMENDING TITLE 2 (ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL), CHAPTER 2.30 PLANNING

COMMISSION
Section 1. Purpose and Declarations.

WHEREAS, the City Council sees a benefit of incorporating desired professional qualifications related to development for the two at-large Planning Commission members; WHEREAS, the Municipal Code needs to be amended to include language into the code as it relates to desires professional qualifications for the at-large members; WHEREAS, on February 5, 2024 the City Council held a properly noticed public hearing for this Ordinance and considered all oral and written testimony.

Section 2: Findings. The City Council hereby finds:

A.CEQA Compliance. CEQA requires analysis of agency approvals of discretionary “projects.” A “project,” under CEQA, is defined as “the whole of an action, which has a potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.” (CEQA Guidelines, § 15378.) As reflected in State CEQA Guideline 15061 (b) (3), an activity is not subject to CEQA, “[where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment…” The proposed amendments are not a “project” within the meaning of CEQA because the amendments seek to provide clarification of qualifications to become an at-large Planning Commissioner. Because no expansion of uses or activities is reasonably anticipated, no possibility exists that the ordinance will result in a significant effect on the environment.

Thus, the proposed ordinance is not subject to the requirements of CEQA. However, in the event that adoption of the ordinance is considered a CEQA project, it would nonetheless qualify for categorical exemptions as set forth below.

CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) states that a project is exempt from CEQA “where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment.” The approval of the code amendments set forth in the proposed ordinance does not approve any physical development and it would not result in a direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. For these reasons, the proposed amendments would not have the potential to result in individually or cumulatively significant effects on the environment and these Municipal Code amendments are exempt from review under CEQA and no further environmental review is necessary.

B.The proposed amendments comply with applicable state law and local ordinances. The proposed Municipal Code amendment complies with all other applicable requirements of state law and local ordinances. The establishment of the Planning Commission to fulfill Planning Agency obligations was established under

ITEM 18.1. ATTACHMENT 1 Ordinance No. XX-2024 Page 2 of 2
Section 65100 of the Government Code of the state of California. Specific qualifications of the Planning Commission are established under the City of Rancho Cordova Zoning Code.

Revisions to the Municipal Code implement and are consistent with both local and state regulations.

Section 3.Amendments to Title 2 Administration and Personnel The City Council hereby adopts the amendments to Title 2 Administration and Personnel of the Rancho Cordova Municipal Code, as shown and incorporated in Exhibit A to this ordinance.

Section 4.Severability
If any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance, is held invalid, the remainder of the Ordinance, including the application of such part or provision to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby and shall continue in full force and effect. To this end, provisions of this Ordinance are severable. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase hereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases be held unconstitutional, invalid or unenforceable.

Section 5. Effective Date
Within fifteen (15) days after adoption, a Summary of this Ordinance shall be published once in the Grapevine Independent, or the Sacramento Bee, a newspaper of general circulation printed and published in Sacramento County and circulated in the City of Rancho Cordova, in accordance with Government Code Section 36933. This Ordinance shall take effect and be enforced thirty (30) days after its inception.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rancho Cordova on the ____ day of ___________, 2024 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
____________________________
David Sander, Mayor
ATTEST:

Stacy Leitner, CMC
City Clerk

ITEM 18.1. ATTACHMENT 2
Exhibit A to the Resolution
Rancho Cordova Municipal Code
Chapter 2.30 PLANNING COMMISSION

Chapter 2.30

PLANNING COMMISSION
Sections:

2.30.010 Establishment.

2.30.020 Membership.

2.30.030 Application, appointments, and terms of office.

2.30.040 Qualifications.

2.30.050 Removal from office.

2.30.060 Vacancies.

2.30.070 Duties and functions of the planning commission.

2.30.080 Rules.

2.30.090 Organization.

2.30.100 Meetings.

2.30.110 Voting.

2.30.120 Compensation.

Prior legislation: Ord. 18-2003.

2.30.010 Establishment.

Pursuant to Section 65100 of the Government Code of the state of California, there is hereby established a planning commission which shall have the powers and duties and serve the purposes enumerated in said Section 65100 and this chapter, and which shall have jurisdiction within the incorporated boundaries of the city of Rancho Cordova; provided, however: from the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section until March 1, 2023 (Phase 1), the planning commission shall only have the power to take action on the following applications, projects, approvals, permits and appeals related to:

A. Processing, considering, and approving tentative and final parcel maps under Chapter 22.20 RCMC.

B. Processing, considering, and approving major design review for new residential projects under RCMC

23.104.030 and Table 23.104-1.

C. All other planning commission responsibilities regarding applications, projects, approvals, permits, and appeals in the Rancho Cordova Municipal Code are suspended from the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section until March 1, 2023. During this time, all appeals which would otherwise be heard by the planning commission shall be heard by the city council.

And further provided, from March 1, 2023, until June 1, 2023 (Phase 2), in addition to all powers granted during Phase 1, the planning commission shall also have the power to take action on the following applications, projects, approvals, permits and appeals related to:

D. Processing, considering, and approving tentative and subdivision maps under Chapter 22.20 RCMC.

E. Processing, considering, and approving major design review for commercial and industrial projects under RCMC

23.104.030 and Table 23.104-1. [Ord. 15-2022 § 3; Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 5-2011 § 1; Ord. 56-2004 § 3].

2.30.020 Membership.

The planning commission shall consist of seven commission officers. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.030 Application, appointments, and terms of office.

Appointments to the planning commission shall be made by the city council as follows:

ITEM 18.1. ATTACHMENT 2
Exhibit A to the Resolution
Rancho Cordova Municipal Code
Chapter 2.30 PLANNING COMMISSION

A. An application period of three weeks shall be opened for any vacant planning commissioner seat. All applications shall be provided to individual members of the city council needing to fill the vacant seat for review and consideration for possible nomination.

B. Five commissioners shall be nominated by the individual members of the city council and confirmed by a majority vote prior to the first meeting of the council in February 2022. A commissioner’s term for those council seats up for re-election in 2024 shall coincide with the term of the councilmember that nominated that commissioner. A commissioner’s term for those council seats up for re-election in 2022 shall serve an initial two years. After the conclusion of the initial two-year term, the councilmember elected in 2022 shall have the ability to nominate a new commissioner for the remainder of the term if desired. Thereafter, following each election of the city council, re-elected or newly elected members of the council shall each nominate one member to serve on the planning commission within 90 days of taking office. All commissioners nominated by an individual member of the city council shall be confirmed by a majority vote of the city council.

C. Two commissioners shall be designated at-large members and shall be selected by the city council as a body from a pool of nominees. At-large members may be nominated by any member of the city council and confirmed by a majority vote prior to the first meeting of the council in February 2022. The term of the at-large commissioners will be terms of four years. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.040 Qualifications.

Minimum qualifications for the position of planning commissioner are as follows:

A. Must be at least 18 years of age.

B. Shall not be an elected or appointed official of another public entity whose jurisdiction includes any part of the city.

C. Shall reside within the incorporated boundaries of the city of Rancho Cordova.

D. Professional experience in a field closely related to development such as land use or environmental planner, surveyor or engineer, designer, architect, building contractor or other closely related professions is desired for the two at-large members.
[Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.050 Removal from office.

A planning commissioner may be removed from office by the city council without cause, notice or hearing. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.060 Vacancies.

Vacancies which occur within the commission shall be filled for the unexpired portions of the terms pursuant to RCMC 2.30.030. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.070 Duties and functions of the planning commission.

The planning commission shall have the duties and functions as specified below.

A. Serve as the approval authority as specified in Chapter 23.104 RCMC; B. Promote public interest in, and understanding of, the general plan, specific plans, special planning areas, and regulations relating to such plans;
C. Consider and provide recommendations to the city council on amendments to the general plan, zoning code, specific plans and special planning areas;
D. Consider subdivision matters arising from the Subdivision Map Act and this code;

ITEM 18.1. ATTACHMENT 2
Exhibit A to the Resolution
Rancho Cordova Municipal Code
Chapter 2.30 PLANNING COMMISSION

E. Consider appeals of the community development director; F. Perform other powers and duties as directed by the city council. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.080 Rules.

The planning commission shall adopt, subject to city council approval, rules of procedure which shall govern the conduct of hearings and other business of the commission. Copies of the rules shall be published and shall be available with the city clerk’s office. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.090 Organization.

At the initial meeting of the commission, and annually thereafter at the first meeting of the calendar year for the commission, the members of the commission shall select a chairperson and vice-chairperson and shall determine the time, place, and frequency of regular meetings. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.100 Meetings.

The planning commission shall meet at least twice a month at a regularly scheduled time and date, and at other such times as the chairperson deems necessary to perform the duties of the commission. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.110 Voting.

Four members of the seven-member planning commission shall constitute a quorum, and a quorum is required for the commission to take action on any item on its agenda. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.120 Compensation.

A. Each member of the planning commission shall receive compensation for services as follows: Each member of the commission shall receive $75.00 compensation for each planning commission meeting attended, including regularly scheduled or special meetings.

B. The city may, at the discretion of the city manager, approve payment to a member for necessary and actual expenses incurred by a member acting in an official capacity as a member of the planning commission. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

ITEM 18.1. ATTACHMENT 3
Rancho Cordova Municipal Code
Chapter 2.30 PLANNING COMMISSION

Chapter 2.30

PLANNING COMMISSION
Sections:

2.30.010 Establishment.

2.30.020 Membership.

2.30.030 Application, appointments, and terms of office.

2.30.040 Qualifications.

2.30.050 Removal from office.

2.30.060 Vacancies.

2.30.070 Duties and functions of the planning commission.

2.30.080 Rules.

2.30.090 Organization.

2.30.100 Meetings.

2.30.110 Voting.

2.30.120 Compensation.

Prior legislation: Ord. 18-2003.

2.30.010 Establishment.

Pursuant to Section 65100 of the Government Code of the state of California, there is hereby established a planning commission which shall have the powers and duties and serve the purposes enumerated in said Section 65100 and this chapter, and which shall have jurisdiction within the incorporated boundaries of the city of Rancho Cordova; provided, however: from the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section until March 1, 2023 (Phase 1), the planning commission shall only have the power to take action on the following applications, projects, approvals, permits and appeals related to:

A. Processing, considering, and approving tentative and final parcel maps under Chapter 22.20 RCMC.

B. Processing, considering, and approving major design review for new residential projects under RCMC

23.104.030 and Table 23.104-1.

C. All other planning commission responsibilities regarding applications, projects, approvals, permits, and appeals in the Rancho Cordova Municipal Code are suspended from the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section until March 1, 2023. During this time, all appeals which would otherwise be heard by the planning commission shall be heard by the city council.

And further provided, from March 1, 2023, until June 1, 2023 (Phase 2), in addition to all powers granted during Phase 1, the planning commission shall also have the power to take action on the following applications, projects, approvals, permits and appeals related to:

D. Processing, considering, and approving tentative and subdivision maps under Chapter 22.20 RCMC.

E. Processing, considering, and approving major design review for commercial and industrial projects under RCMC

23.104.030 and Table 23.104-1. [Ord. 15-2022 § 3; Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 5-2011 § 1; Ord. 56-2004 § 3].

2.30.020 Membership.

The planning commission shall consist of seven commission officers. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.030 Application, appointments, and terms of office.

Appointments to the planning commission shall be made by the city council as follows:

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A. An application period of three weeks shall be opened for any vacant planning commissioner seat. All applications shall be provided to individual members of the city council needing to fill the vacant seat for review and consideration for possible nomination.

B. Five commissioners shall be nominated by the individual members of the city council and confirmed by a majority vote prior to the first meeting of the council in February 2022. A commissioner’s term for those council seats up for re-election in 2024 shall coincide with the term of the councilmember that nominated that commissioner. A commissioner’s term for those council seats up for re-election in 2022 shall serve an initial two years. After the conclusion of the initial two-year term, the councilmember elected in 2022 shall have the ability to nominate a new commissioner for the remainder of the term if desired. Thereafter, following each election of the city council, re-elected or newly elected members of the council shall each nominate one member to serve on the planning commission within 90 days of taking office. All commissioners nominated by an individual member of the city council shall be confirmed by a majority vote of the city council.

C. Two commissioners shall be designated at-large members and shall be selected by the city council as a body from a pool of nominees. At-large members may be nominated by any member of the city council and confirmed by a majority vote prior to the first meeting of the council in February 2022. The term of the at-large commissioners will be terms of four years. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.040 Qualifications.

Minimum qualifications for the position of planning commissioner are as follows:

A. Must be at least 18 years of age.

B. Shall not be an elected or appointed official of another public entity whose jurisdiction includes any part of the city.

C. Shall reside within the incorporated boundaries of the city of Rancho Cordova.

D. Professional experience in a field closely related to development such as land use or environmental planner, surveyor or engineer, designer, architect, building contractor or other closely related professions is desired for the two at-large members.
[Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.050 Removal from office.

A planning commissioner may be removed from office by the city council without cause, notice or hearing. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.060 Vacancies.

Vacancies which occur within the commission shall be filled for the unexpired portions of the terms pursuant to RCMC 2.30.030. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.070 Duties and functions of the planning commission.

The planning commission shall have the duties and functions as specified below.

A. Serve as the approval authority as specified in Chapter 23.104 RCMC; B. Promote public interest in, and understanding of, the general plan, specific plans, special planning areas, and regulations relating to such plans;
C. Consider and provide recommendations to the city council on amendments to the general plan, zoning code, specific plans and special planning areas;
D. Consider subdivision matters arising from the Subdivision Map Act and this code; E. Consider appeals of the community development director;

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F. Perform other powers and duties as directed by the city council. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.080 Rules.

The planning commission shall adopt, subject to city council approval, rules of procedure which shall govern the conduct of hearings and other business of the commission. Copies of the rules shall be published and shall be available with the city clerk’s office. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.090 Organization.

At the initial meeting of the commission, and annually thereafter at the first meeting of the calendar year for the commission, the members of the commission shall select a chairperson and vice-chairperson and shall determine the time, place, and frequency of regular meetings. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.100 Meetings.

The planning commission shall meet at least twice a month at a regularly scheduled time and date, and at other such times as the chairperson deems necessary to perform the duties of the commission. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.110 Voting.

Four members of the seven-member planning commission shall constitute a quorum, and a quorum is required for the commission to take action on any item on its agenda. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

2.30.120 Compensation.

A. Each member of the planning commission shall receive compensation for services as follows: Each member of the commission shall receive $75.00 compensation for each planning commission meeting attended, including regularly scheduled or special meetings.

B. The city may, at the discretion of the city manager, approve payment to a member for necessary and actual expenses incurred by a member acting in an official capacity as a member of the planning commission. [Ord. 2-2022 § 3 (Exh. A); Ord. 22-2021 § 3 (Exh. A)].

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MEMORANDUM
ITEM 19.1.

DATE:February 5, 2024
TO:Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM:Arlene Granadosin-Jones, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: MINE SHAFT DIGITAL BILLBOARD SIGNS – CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT,

MINOR DESIGN REVIEW, & OPERATING AGREEMENT (MITIGATED
NEGATIVE DECLARATION PREPARED PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 6 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT) – PROJECT PLND-0822- 0047 – 2300 MINE SHAFT LANE; APN: 072-0231-014-0000
PROPERTY OWNER:

Cordova Community Council Foundation
2729 Prospect Park Drive, Suite 117
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
APPLICANT:

RSC Engineering, Inc.
1420 Rocky Ridge Drive, Suite 150
Roseville, CA 95661
PROJECT: The Applicant, Cordova Community Council, is seeking approval of a Conditional Use Permit, Minor Design Review, and Operating Agreement for two digital billboard signs along US Highway 50. Each sign has two sign area displays, each measuring 1,200 square feet. The digital signs are approximately 2,708 feet from each other. The east sign height is 60 feet, and the west sign height is 70 feet. The Applicant will enter into an Operating Agreement with the City to govern the operation of the digital signs.

FILE: PLND-0822-0047
LOCATION: 2300 Mine Shaft Lane
APN: 072-0231-014-0000
PLANNER: Arlene Granadosin-Jones, AICP, Senior Planner

RECOMMENDATION
Find the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration with mitigation measures that was prepared and circulated pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the project is adequate; adopt the Resolution for the Mine Shaft Digital Billboard Signs Conditional Use Permit and Minor Design Review; and approve the Mine Shaft Digital Billboard Signs Operating Agreement.

RESULT OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
Adoption of the Resolution would find that the project was adequately analyzed in the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and approve the Applicant’s request to construct two

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digital billboard signs along on the subject property US Highway 50. This would further allow the Applicant to move forward with building permit applications with the Building & Safety Department.

BACKGROUND
The Project site is located at 2300 Mine Shaft Lane along Folsom Boulevard, adjacent to US Highway 50, as shown in Figure 1: Project Location. The site encompasses approximately twelve acres of land designated as Folsom Boulevard Planning Area (FBPA) in the City’s General Plan and zoned General Commercial (GC).

Figure 1: Project Location
Besides the highway and Folsom Boulevard to the north, the project site is surrounded by open space land for the Folsom South Canal and close to industrial uses to the south and west. The parcel is developed with a parking lot and building used for various community events, including the

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Heartstoppers Haunted House. Figure 2 and Figure 3 show current site conditions from two viewpoints.

Figure 2: Existing Conditions (Looking East)

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Figure 3: Existing Conditions (Looking West)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Cordova Community Council (CCC) is seeking approval of a Conditional Use Permit, Design Review, and Operating Agreement for two digital freeway signs. The development and long- term lease of two digital freeway billboards is a critical component of a strategy that would provide the CCC with long-term financial stability to carry out its mission. The project applicant understands that the marketplace for one or more digital freeway billboards along the US 50 corridor is limited. At some point in the near future, the City of Folsom, or Sacramento County may approve one or more digital billboards in this same corridor. If this happens before digital freeway billboards are approved for the Mine Shaft property, the moment of opportunity will be lost, market value for the proposed billboards will be diminished, and the Rancho Cordova community may lose the chance to have input into this advertising delivery system. As a non- profit organization serving the Rancho Cordova community, the Cordova Community Council has identified the following project objectives:
•Develop a revenue source for the Cordova Community Council from the ownership of two digital billboards.
•Provide productive use for a currently unused property located near US 50. •Provide the City of Rancho Cordova and community groups with a medium for communicating to area residents.

The Digital Freeway Signs Overlay section of the City of Rancho Cordova Municipal Code regulates the installation and use of digital freeway signs within designated overlay zones. The overlay zones are established to protect residential areas from the negative impacts of digital freeway signs, such as excessive glare or light pollution. The project site is a former mini-golf

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course with a building and associated parking lot. The site is level and mostly covered with hardscape surfaces, although it does contain ruderal grassland and trees, with the greatest extent west of the existing building. It is bordered by light rail tracks, Folsom Boulevard, and US 50 to the north. The site is bordered by Folsom South Canal on the south side. The unincorporated community of Gold River is located north of US 50, and to the south is open space and industrial uses.

The proposed project was presented to the Signs Ad Hoc Committee on January 18, 2023.

Committee members discussed the proposal and provided comments on the proposed number of signs, size, and height. Following the feedback received from the Signs Ad Hoc Committee, the applicant reduced the height of the digital billboard signs from 100 feet for both signs to 60 feet for the eastern sign and 70 feet for the western sign. The project was also presented to the City Council on March 20, 2023, to provide an overview of the proposed project and receive any council feedback.

Conditional Use Permit
Each proposed digital freeway sign has two sign area displays measuring 20’x60’ (1,200 square feet). The digital freeway signs are approximately 2,708 feet from each other at either end of the subject property as shown in Figure 4–6. The sign at the east end of the property has a maximum height of 60 feet and the sign at the west end has a maximum height of 70 feet as shown in Figure 7 and Figure 8. The westernmost digital sign will be directly adjacent to the future Rancho Cordova Parkway/US 50 Interchange project. For comparison, Figure 9 shows existing freeway signs in nearby areas. The full set of project plans is provided in Attachment 4.

Figure 4: Site Plan

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Figure 5: West Location
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Figure 6: East Location
Figure 7: Elevation – West Location

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Figure 8: Elevation – East Location
Figure 9: Existing Freeway Signs
The proposed digital freeway signs would not operate at brightness levels of more than 0.3 foot- candles above ambient light, automatically adjusting as ambient light conditions change.

Construction at the west sign location would involve the removal of 3 trees for installation of the monopole. In addition, to improve visibility of this sign from US 50, 7 trees would be removed from a small area between Folsom Boulevard and the eastbound lane of US 50. As a condition of approval, the project will conform with the requirements of the City of Rancho Cordova Tree Preservation Ordinance.

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Environmental impacts of the proposed digital freeway signs are identified and analyzed in the Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND). The IS/MND analyzed a number of environmental factors and identified less than significant impact in the following areas: air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, and hazards and hazardous materials.

Subsequently, the IS/MND outlines mitigation measures to address these impacts in the Mitigation and Monitoring Program as shown in Attachment 7.

Per the Rancho Cordova Municipal Code Section 23.743.150, a digital freeway sign proposed within the digital freeway signs overlay area requires the approval of a Conditional Use Permit.

Chapter 23.134 of the Rancho Cordova Municipal Code requires specific findings to approve a Conditional Use Permit. As shown in Attachment 3, all applicable findings have been met supporting the Conditional Use Permit.

Minor Design Review
The proposed project is also subject to design review per Section 23.140 of the Rancho Cordova Municipal Code and must adhere to specific design standards. Each sign would have a monopole that would support two electronic displays angled to provide line-of-sight for highway travelers. The proposed sign structures supporting and surrounding the digital display areas are as small as possible and avoid any unnecessary height or width to the sign. The structures also do not add stylistic or architectural detailing that would call additional attention to the sign. As shown in Attachment 3, all applicable findings have been met supporting the Minor Design Review.

Operating Agreement
Per Rancho Cordova Municipal Code Section 23.743.150, the City and applicant may enter into an operating agreement that outlines the requirements of installation, ownership, maintenance, standards, use rights, utilities, etc. for a digital freeway sign. The applicant may also use the operating agreement to deviate from the development standards for these types of signs.

As proposed, the project requests deviation from the maximum sign area and maximum height standards as outlined in Table 1. Through the operating agreement, the applicant also requests deviation from the billboard removal requirement. The proposed project will remove one existing Clear Channel billboard sign currently located on the Mine Shaft property. There are no other billboards located on the property. The proposed operating agreement is included as Attachment 6.

Table 1: Development Standards for Digital Freeway Signs Standard Requirement Deviation Request
Number of Faces Two display areas, each
positioned to be visible only
by opposing directions of
traffic
None
Maximum Height 60 feet 70 feet (western sign only)
Maximum Area 672 square feet 1,200 square feet
Distance between Signs Minimum 2,500 feet None
Message Display Static messages only None
Billboard Removal For every 1 digital freeway
sign installed, the applicant
Removal of 1 sign on the
subject property

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must remove at least 4 legally
existing billboard structures
The applicant, Cordova Community Council, requests the deviations from the requirements for sign height and size for the following reasons:
•Existing digital signs within and adjacent to Rancho Cordova are within 5 feet of Caltrans right-of-way with fully clear view corridors.
•The proposed Mine Shaft digital freeway signs will be over 180 feet from Caltrans right- of way.
•Between the proposed Mine Shaft digital freeway signs and the Caltrans right-of-way, there are the following impediments:
oFuture Rancho Cordova Parkway Interchange (approximately 47 feet in height), oFour-lane Folsom Boulevard with both center parkway landscaping that includes trees,
oFully mature oak trees between Folsom Boulevard and Caltrans right-of-way (approximately 45 feet in height),
oSacramento Regional Transit train tracks,
oHeavy rail train tracks, and
oRegional Sanitation 20-foot easement
•The requested deviation for height of the west sign (70 feet) is required in order to avoid visual impediments.
•The requested deviation for size of all sign displays (1200 square feet) is required because the signs are at a further distance from the viewers on the freeway. •If a sign cannot be seen or read, then it will have no economic value.

The billboards would be operated 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The electronic messages would be static, with no movement and the minimum display time for each message would be 8 seconds. As previously mentioned, brightness would be 0.3 foot-candles above ambient light and the brightness would automatically adjust up or down based on ambient light conditions.

The City of Rancho Cordova will be provided access to a portion of the total available display time to allow the City to present messages of community interest. This access will also include other appropriate agencies for the purpose of displaying public safety messages such as “Amber Alert” messages and emergency-disaster communications.

GENERAL PLAN/ZONING CODE
The proposed project is within the Folsom Boulevard Planning Area of the General Plan and zoned General Commercial (GC). The project is also within the Digital Freeway Signs Overlay area as outlined in Section 23.743.150 of the Zoning Code.

FISCAL IMPACT
Staff anticipates that the project will have no impact to the City’s General Fund.

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ENVIRONMENTAL
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)(Public Resource Code Section 2100 et. seq.) and the State CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations Section 15000 et. Seq.), a Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) was prepared and circulated for the required 30-day review period, from September 29, 2023, to November 13, 2023. Areas identified in the Draft IS/MND that required mitigation measures to avoid less than significant effects on the environment were Air Quality, Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, and Hazards and Hazardous Materials. Mitigation measures to address these impacts include emission controls and reduction during construction, bird surveys prior to ground disturbance, tree inventory and protection during construction, appropriate measures in the event any archaeological resources are exposed during construction, and monitoring of any evidence of hazardous materials during site preparation and construction.

The City sent out a Notice of Intent when the Mitigated Negative Declaration was released for the 30-day public comment period. A Public Hearing Notices was mailed out regarding the February 5, 2024, City Council meeting. The radius list notification for the meeting meets the minimum requirement of 500 feet from the project boundary, as required by Section 23.11.120 B.4. of the Rancho Cordova Municipal Code.

During the public review period, 122 email comments from residents of Gold River and four comment letters from outside agencies were received. As a result of comments received, there were no substantial revisions made to the Draft IS/MND that required recirculation of the document. The revisions proposed in the Final IS/MND do not meet the criteria for recirculation provided in Section 15073.5(c) of the CEQA Guidelines, nor were project revisions required based upon the comments received.

RECOMMENDED MOTIONS
Staff recommends that the City Council:

1. Find the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration with mitigation measures that was prepared and circulated pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the project is adequate;

2. Adopt the Resolution for the Mine Shaft Digital Billboard Signs Conditional Use Permit and Minor Design Review; and

3. Approve the Mine Shaft Digital Billboard Signs Operating Agreement

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. Final Mitigated Negative Declaration

2. MND Response to Comments

3. Resolution

4. Exhibit A to the Resolution - Project Plans

5. Exhibit B to the Resolution - Conditions of Approval

6. Exhibit C to the Resolution - Operating Agreement

7. Exhibit D to the Resolution - Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan

Draft
Mine Shaft Digital Billboards Project
Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
Prepared for:

Prepared by:

September 2023
ITEM 19.1.

ATTACHMENT 1

Draft
Mine Shaft Digital Billboards Project
Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration

Prepared for:

City of Rancho Cordova
2729 Prospect Park Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Contact:

Arlene Granadosin-Jones, AICP
Senior Planner
916/851-8750
Prepared by:

AECOM
2020 L Street, Suite 300
Sacramento, CA 95811
Contact:

David Rader
Project Manager
916/414-5800

September 2023
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page
1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................................... 1-1 Project Requiring Environmental Analysis ............................................................................................... 1-1 Document Organization............................................................................................................................. 1-1 2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2-1

2.2 Project Location and Setting ........................................................................................................ 2-1

2.3 Project Objectives......................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.4 Project Description ....................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.4.1 Construction .................................................................................................................... 2-5

2.4.2 Operation ......................................................................................................................... 2-5

2.4.3 City Discretionary and Ministerial Actions ..................................................................... 2-8 3 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST ................................................................................................................ 3-1

3.1 Aesthetics .................................................................................................................................. 3.1-1

3.1.1 Setting........................................................................................................................... 3.1-1

3.1.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................... 3.1-5

3.2 Agriculture & Forestry Resources ............................................................................................. 3.2-1

3.2.1 Setting........................................................................................................................... 3.2-2

3.2.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................... 3.2-2

3.3 Air Quality ................................................................................................................................. 3.3-1

3.3.1 Setting........................................................................................................................... 3.3-1

3.3.2 Thresholds of Significance ........................................................................................... 3.3-2

3.3.3 Discussion .................................................................................................................... 3.3-3

3.4 Biological Resources ................................................................................................................. 3.4-1

3.4.1 Setting........................................................................................................................... 3.4-1

3.4.2 Di
scussion .................................................................................................................... 3.4-6

3.5 Cultural Resources .................................................................................................................... 3.5-1

3.5.1 Setting........................................................................................................................... 3.5-1

3.5.2 Research Methodology ................................................................................................. 3.5-1

3.5.3 Discussion .................................................................................................................... 3.5-6

3.6 Energy ....................................................................................................................................... 3.6-1

3.6.1 Setting........................................................................................................................... 3.6-1

3.6.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................... 3.6-1

3.7 Geology and Soils ..................................................................................................................... 3.7-1

3.7.1 Setting........................................................................................................................... 3.7-1

3.7.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................... 3.7-2

3.8 Greenhouse Gas Emissions ....................................................................................................... 3.8-1

3.8.1 Setting........................................................................................................................... 3.8-1

3.8.2 Thresholds of Significance ........................................................................................... 3.8-1

3.8.3 Discussion .................................................................................................................... 3.8-2

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3.9.1 Setting........................................................................................................................... 3.9-1

3.9.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................... 3.9-2

3.10 Hydrology and Water Quality ................................................................................................. 3.10-1

3.10.1 Setting......................................................................................................................... 3.10-1

3.10.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.10-2

3.11 Land Use and Planning ............................................................................................................ 3.11-1

3.11.1 Setting......................................................................................................................... 3.11-1

3.11.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.11-1

3.12 Mineral Resources ................................................................................................................... 3.12-1

3.12.1 Setting......................................................................................................................... 3.12-1

3.12.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.12-2

3.13 Noise ........................................................................................................................................ 3.13-1

3.13.1 Setting......................................................................................................................... 3.13-1

3.13.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.13-4

3.14 Population and Housing .......................................................................................................... 3.14-1

3.14.1 Setting......................................................................................................................... 3.14-1

3.14.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.14-1

3.15 Public Services ........................................................................................................................ 3.15-1

3.15.1 Setting......................................................................................................................... 3.15-1

3.15.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.15-1

3.16 Recreation ................................................................................................................................ 3.16-1

3.16.1 Setting......................................................................................................................... 3.16-1

3.16.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.16-1

3.17 Transportation ......................................................................................................................... 3.17-1

3.17.1 S
etting ......................................................................................................................... 3.17-1

3.17.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.17-1

3.18 Tribal Cultural Resources ........................................................................................................ 3.18-1

3.18.1 Setting......................................................................................................................... 3.18-1

3.18.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.18-2

3.19 Utilities and Service Systems .................................................................................................. 3.19-1

3.19.1 Setting......................................................................................................................... 3.19-1

3.19.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.19-1

3.20 Wildfire ................................................................................................................................... 3.20-1

3.20.1 Setting......................................................................................................................... 3.20-1

3.20.2 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.20-1

3.21 Mandatory Findings of Significance ....................................................................................... 3.21-1

3.21.1 Discussion .................................................................................................................. 3.21-1 4 R
EFERENCES ............................................................................................................................................ 4-1 5 LIST OF PREPARERS ................................................................................................................................. 5-1

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Exhibits
Exhibit 2.4-1 Project Site Location .................................................................................................................... 2-2 Exhibit 2.4-2 Site Plan – West Location (Area 1) .............................................................................................. 2-3 Exhibit 2.4-3 Site Plan – East Location (Area 2) ............................................................................................... 2-4 Exhibit 2.4-4 Plan View – West Location .......................................................................................................... 2-6 Exhibit 2.4-5 Plan View – East Location (Area 2) ............................................................................................. 2-7 Exhibit 3.1-1 Viewpoint 1 ............................................................................................................................... 3.1-2 Exhibit 3.1-2 Viewpoint 2 ............................................................................................................................... 3.1-2 Exhibit 3.1-3 Digital Freeway Signs Overlay Location .................................................................................. 3.1-4 Exhibit 3.4-1 Land Cover Types and Aquatic Features Map .......................................................................... 3.4-3 Exhibit 3.5-1 Former Mini Golf Course (West side of property) .................................................................... 3.5-3 Exhibit 3.5-2 Exposed soils on the southeastern side of the project site ......................................................... 3.5-3 Exhibit 3.5-3 Exposed soils behind former retail building .............................................................................. 3.5-4 Exhibit 3.5-4 Paved area on northeastern portion of the project site............................................................... 3.5-4 Exhibit 3.5-5 Current signage on the northeastern portion of the project site ................................................. 3.5-5 Exhibit 3.5-6 Pavement marking location for proposed signage (looking southwest) .................................... 3.5-5

Tables
Table 3.3-1 SMAQMD CEQA Air Quality Thresholds of Significance ...................................................... 3.3-2 Table 3.3-2 Construction-Related Daily and Total Emissions ..................................................................... 3.3-5 Table 3.5-1 Previous Investigations within the Project Study Area ............................................................. 3.5-2 Table 3.5-2 Previous Investigations Conducted within 0.25 miles of the Project Study Area ..................... 3.5-2 Table 3.6-1 Construction and Operational Energy Consumption ................................................................. 3.6-2 Table 3.8-1 SMAQMD GHG Emissions CEQA Thresholds of Significance .............................................. 3.8-2 Table 3.8-2 GHG Emissions Summary ........................................................................................................ 3.8-3 Table 3.12-1 California Geological Survey Mineral Land Classification System ....................................... 3.12-1 Table 3.13-1 Summary of Existing Traffic Noise Level in the Vicinity of the Project Site ......................... 3.13-3 Table 3.13-2 Project Construction Noise Levels .......................................................................................... 3.13-5

Appendices
Appendix A Air Quality, Energy, and Greenhouse Gas CalEEMod Appendix B Biological Resources CNDDB Database Search and Live Oak Associates Arborist Report Appendix C Noise Model Inputs and Outputs
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ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
AB Assembly Bill
amsl above mean sea level
ANSI American National Standards Institute
APN Assessor’s Parcel Number
BMPs best management practices
BSA biological study area
CAA federal Clean Air Act
CAAQS California ambient air quality standards
CAL FIRE California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection CalEEMod California Emissions Estimator Model
Caltrans California Department of Transportation
CARB California Air Resources Board
CDFW California Department of Fish and Wildlife
CEQA California Environmental Quality Act
CEQA Guide Guide to Air Quality Assessment in Sacramento County CESA California Environmental Species Act
CH4 methane
City City of Rancho Cordova
CNDDB California Resources Agency Natural Diversity Database CNPS California Native Plant Society Rare Plant Inventory CO carbon monoxide
CO2 carbon dioxide
CO2e CO2-equivalents
Council Cordova Community Council
CRPD Cordova Recreation and Park District
CWA Clean Water Act
dB decibels
dBA A-weighted decibels
DDT dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane
DOC California Department of Conservation
DPM diesel PM
Draft CAAP Draft Climate Action and Adaptation Plan
DTSC Department of Toxic Substances Control
EIR environmental impact report
EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
ESA federal Environmental Species Act
EV electric vehicle
fc foot-candles
FCUSD Folsom Cordova Unified School District
FEMA Flood Emergency Management Agency
FHWA Federal Highway Administration
FTA Federal Transit Administration
GC General Commercial
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General Construction
Permit
General Permit for Discharges of Storm Water Associated with Construction Activity Construction General Permit Order 2009-0009-DWQ
GHG greenhouse gas
GWP Global warming potential
HFCs hydrofluorocarbons
Hz hertz
in/sec inches per second
IPaC Information for Planning and Consultation
IS initial study
ISA International Society of Arboriculture
Ldn Day-Night Noise Level
LED light emitting diode
Leq Equivalent sound level
Lmax Maximum sound level
Ln Statistical Descriptor
LRA Local Responsibility Areas
MLD Most Likely Descendent
MND mitigated negative declaration
mph miles per hour
MRZ mineral resource zone
MT metric tons
N2O nitrous oxide
NAAQS national ambient air quality standards
NAHC Native American Heritage Commission
NOX nitrogen oxides
NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
NWIC Northwest Information Center
OEHHA Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment
PFCs perfluorocarbons
PM particulate patter
PM10 PM equal to or less than 10 micrometers in diameter PM2.5 particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter PPV peak particle velocity
RCNM Roadway Construction Noise Model
RCPD Rancho Cordova Police Department
RMS root-mean-square
ROG reactive organic gases
SACRT Sacramento Regional Transit District
SB Senate Bill
SCGA Sacramento Central Groundwater Authority
SF6 sulfur hexafluoride
SFNA Sacramento Federal Nonattainment Area
SMAQMD Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District SMARA Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975
SMFD Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District
SMUD Sacramento Municipal Utility District
SR State Route
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SSHCP South Sacramento County Habitat Conservation Plan State CEQA
Guidelines
California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines
Superfund Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act SVAB Sacramento Valley Air Basin
SWPPP Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
SWRCB State Water Resources Control Board
TAC toxic air contaminant
UDA Urban Development Area
UL Underwriters Laboratories
UL-E Underwriters Laboratories Environmental
US 50 U.S. Highway 50
USACE United States Army Corps of Engineers
USFWS U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
VdB vibration decibel
VMT vehicle miles traveled
μin/sec microinch per second

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1 INTRODUCTION
Section 21080(a) of the California Public Resources Code states that analysis of a project’s environmental impact is required for any “discretionary projects proposed to be carried out or approved by public agencies…” In this case, the City of Rancho Cordova (City) has determined that an initial study (IS) is required to determine whether there is substantial evidence that implementing the Mine Shaft Digital Billboards project would result in significant environmental impacts.

Pursuant to Section 15063 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines (CEQA Guidelines) (Title 14, California Code of Regulations, Section 15000 et seq.), an initial study is a preliminary environmental analysis that is used by the lead agency as a basis for determining whether an environmental impact report (EIR), a mitigated negative declaration (MND), or a negative declaration is required for a project. The CEQA Guidelines suggest that an initial study contain, in brief form, a project description; a description of the environmental setting; an identification of environmental effects by checklist or other similar form; an explanation of environmental effects; a discussion of mitigation for significant environmental effects; an evaluation of the project’s consistency with existing, applicable land use controls; the names of persons who prepared the study; and identification of data sources used in the review of environmental impacts and the conclusions reached in the document.

Section 15070 of the CEQA Guidelines provides that a lead agency may prepare a mitigated negative declaration when (1) the initial study shows that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment; or (2) the initial study identifies potentially significant effects, however incorporation of mitigation measures into the project would reduce all impacts to a less-than-significant level. Mitigation measures are identified to avoid, eliminate, or reduce potentially significant adverse impacts of the proposed project.

Section 15064 specifies that, when an initial study identifies significant environmental impacts, the lead agency must prepare an EIR.

The analysis in this initial study concludes that the proposed project, with implementation of mitigation measures, would have no significant impacts. As such, further environmental review is not required by CEQA.

PROJECT REQUIRING ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The Cordova Community Council (Council) is proposing to construct two advertising billboards with electronic displays on the south side of U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) and Folsom Boulevard between Sunrise Boulevard and Hazel Avenue in the City of Rancho Cordova. The signs would be located in two separate areas on an 11.4-acre parcel. Each sign would have a monopole that would support two electronic displays angled to provide line-of- sight for highway travelers. Each billboard would be 60 feet wide by 20 feet tall. The top of the east location sign would be 60 feet above ground surface. The top of the west location sign would be 70 feet above ground surface.

DOCUMENT ORGANIZATION
This initial study is organized into five chapters:
► Chapter 1, “Introduction,” provides summary information about the proposed project and describes the purpose and content of the initial study.

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► Chapter 2, “Project Description,” provides the project location, project background, project objectives, detailed project description, and the needed permits and approvals. ► Chapter 3, “Environmental Checklist,” contains the completed initial study checklist. The checklist contains an assessment and discussion of impacts associated with each particular environmental issue. When the evaluation identifies potentially significant effects, as identified in the checklist, mitigation measures are provided to reduce such impacts to less-than-significant levels. ► Chapter 4, “References,” identifies the information sources used in preparing this initial study. ► Chapter 5, “List of Preparers,” identifies the individuals who contributed to this initial study.

Appendices contain technical information to supplement the mitigated negative declaration.

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2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

2.1 INTRODUCTION
The Cordova Community Council (Council) is proposing to construct two advertising billboards with electronic displays on the south side of US 50 and Folsom Boulevard between Sunrise Boulevard and Hazel Avenue in the city of Rancho Cordova. This section provides the project location, project objectives, project description, and the needed permits and approvals.

2.2 PROJECT LOCATION AND SETTING
As shown in Exhibit 2.4-1, the project site is located at 2300 Mine Shaft Lane in the city of Rancho Cordova. The total project site is approximately 11.40 acres in total land area and identified by the Sacramento County Assessor to include Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN): 072-0231-014 (Exhibit 2.4-1). The current general plan land use designation is Folsom Boulevard Planning Area, and the current zoning is General Commercial (GC). The project site is a former mini-golf course with a building and associated parking lot. The site is level and mostly covered with hardscape surfaces, although it does contain ruderal grassland and trees, with the greatest extent west of the existing building. It is bordered by light rail tracks, Folsom Boulevard, and US 50 to the north. The site is bordered by Folsom South Canal on the south side. The unincorporated community of Gold River is located north of US 50, and to the south is open space and industrial uses.

2.3 PROJECT OBJECTIVES
The Council, the project proponent, was founded in 1959 as an “organization of organizations,” a forum for citizens to meet and plan community events. The development and long-term lease of two digital freeway billboards is a critical component of a strategy that would provide the Council with long-term financial stability to carry out its mission. The project proponent understands that the marketplace for one or more digital freeway billboards along the US 50 corridor is limited. At some point in the near future, the City of Folsom, or Sacramento County may approve one or more digital billboards in this same corridor. If this happens before digital freeway billboards are approved for the Mine Shaft property, the moment of opportunity will be lost, market value for the proposed billboards will be diminished, and the City of Rancho Cordova will lose the chance to have input into this advertising delivery system. The following project objectives have been identified:
► Develop a revenue source for the Cordova Community Council from the ownership of two digital billboards. ► Provide a productive use for a currently unused property located near US 50. ► Provide the City of Rancho Cordova and community groups with a medium for communicating to area residents.

2.4 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Council is proposing to construct two digital billboards on the 11.4-acre project site. The billboards would be located in two separate areas on the parcel, as shown on Exhibit 2.4-1. Exhibit 2.4-2 shows the site plan for the west location sign (Area 1). Exhibit 2.4-3
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Exhibit 2.4-2 Site Plan – West Location (Area 1)
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Parkway overcrossing. The east location sign would be located approximately 250 feet east of an existing billboard sign related to the previous land use. Both billboards would be located near the northern property line.

Each sign would have a monopole that would support two electronic displays angled to provide line-of-sight for highway travelers. Each billboard would be 60 feet wide by 20 feet tall. Exhibit 2.4-4 shows the plan view of the west location, as well as a photo-simulation of the sign as viewed from eastbound US 50. The top of the west location sign would be 70 feet above ground surface. Exhibit 2.4-4 also shows the sign in relation to the planned Rancho Cordova Parkway Interchange Project (City of Rancho Cordova and Caltrans. 2014) that would span the highway just east of the west location sign. Exhibit 2.4-5 shows the plan view of the east location sign, as well as a photo-simulation of the sign as viewed from eastbound US 50. The top of the east location sign would be 60 feet above ground surface.

2.4.1 C ONSTRUCTION
Access to the project site would be through the existing driveway on the south side of Folsom Boulevard at approximately the mid-point of the site. A small amount of fill would be trucked in to cover on-site concrete drainage ditches to temporarily allow equipment to access the construction sites. The staging for construction of the west location sign would be east of the sign between the location of a planned highway overpass and the sign structure (see Exhibit 2.4-2). Minor grading by a backhoe and removal of 20 trees would be required to clear the construction site and staging area for construction of the west location sign, 3 to clear the footprint for the sign itself and the other 17 for the staging area. To prevent soil erosion and water quality impacts during construction, the proposed project would incorporate best management practices (BMPs) during construction, such as silt fencing, storm drain inlet protection, dewatering and proper material and waste storage. The construction staging area for the east location sign would be immediately to the west, and no grading or tree removal would be required. However, to improve visibility of the east location digital billboards from US 50, 7 trees would be removed from a small area between Folsom Boulevard and the eastbound lane of US 50. This area is shown on Exhibit 2.4-1. Combined with the tree removal on the project site, the project would involve the removal of 27 trees in total.

The prefabricated sign structures would be delivered by truck and assembled in the staging areas. An auger would be used to bore 4-foot-diameter by 50-foot-deep holes, which would involve removal of approximately 8 cubic yards of excess fill for each sign foundation. A crane would be used to install the monopoles in the holes and lift the sign parts in the air for attachment to the monopoles. Construction would not affect the existing on-site water, sewer, and drainage facilities. Electric service to the project site would be provided by Sacramento Municipal Utility District. Electrical lines could be extended either underground or aboveground from existing infrastructure to the sign locations. Construction of both digital billboards is anticipated to occur in fall 2023, and the duration of construction would be approximately one month.

2.4.2 O PERATION
The billboards would be operated 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The electronic messages would be static, with no movement. The minimum display time for each message would be 8 seconds. Brightness would be 0.3 candles above ambient light. The brightness would automatically adjust up or down based on ambient light conditions.

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Project Description 2-6 City of Rancho Cordova

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Exhibit 2.4-4 Plan View – West Location
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2.4.3 C ITY DISCRETIONARY AND MINISTERIAL ACTIONS
Discretionary approvals and permits are required by the lead agency, the City of Rancho Cordova, for implementation of the proposed project and include:
► Site Design Review – Two (2) Digital Freeway Signs
► Conditional Use Permits
► CEQA Document Certification
► Operating Use Agreement
In addition, the proposed project would require the following ministerial entitlements from the City of Rancho Cordova for construction:
► Demolition permits
► Grading permits
► Building permit

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City of Rancho Cordova 3-1 Environmental Checklist
3 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST

PROJECT INFORMATION

1. Project Title: Mine Shaft Digital Billboards Project

2. Lead Agency: City of Rancho Cordova

3. Contact Person and Phone
Number:

Arlene Granadosin-Jones, AICP
Senior Planner
City of Rancho Cordova Planning Department
2729 Prospect Park Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

4. Project Location: 2300 Mine Shaft Lane in the City of Rancho Cordova Assessor’s Parcel Number: 072-0231-014

5. Project Sponsor Cordova Community Council

6. General Plan Designation: Folsom Boulevard Planning Area

7. Zoning: General Commercial

8. Description of Project:

The Cordova Community Council (Council) is proposing to construct two advertising billboards with electronic displays on the south side of Highway 50 and Folsom Boulevard between Sunrise Boulevard and Hazel Avenue in the City of Rancho Cordova. The billboards would be located in two separate areas on an 11.4- acre parcel. Each sign would
have a monopole that would support two electronic displays angled to provide line -of-sight for highway travelers. Each billboard would be 60 feet wide by 20 feet tall. The top of the east location sign would be 60 feet above ground surface.

The top of the west location sign would be 70 feet above ground surface.

9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: The project site is bordered by light rail tracks, Folsom Boulevard, and Highway 50 to the north. The site is bordered by Folsom South Canal on the south side. The unincorporated community of Gold River is located north of Highway 50, and to the south is open space and industrial uses.
10: Other public agencies whose approval may be
required:

None

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED:

The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a “Potentially Significant Impact” as indicated by the checklist on the following pages.

Aesthetics Agriculture & Forestry Resources Air Quality Biological Resources Cultural Resources Geology & S oils Greenhouse Gas Emissions Hazards & Hazardous Materials Hydrology & W ater Quality Land Use & P lanning Mineral Resources Noise
Population & H ousing Public Services Recre ation
Transportation/Traffic Tribal Cultural Resources Utilities & Service Systems Mandatory Findings of Significance

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DETERMINATION (To be completed by the Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:

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 t hat 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 adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. 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 p
otentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated 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

Darcy Goulart Planning Manager
Printed Name Title

City of Rancho Cordova
Agency

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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS

1. A brief explanation is required for all answers except “No Impact” answers that are adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A “No Impact” answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (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).

2. All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off -site as well as on-site, cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts.

3. Once the lead agency has determined that a particular physical impact may occur, then the checklist answers must indicate whether the impact is potentially significant, less than significant with mitigation, or less than significant. “Potentially Significant Impact” is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect may be significant. If there are one or more “Potentially Significant Impact” entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required.

4. “ Negative Declaration: Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated ” applies where the incorporation of mitigation measures has reduced an effect from “Potentially Significant Impact” to a “Less Than Significant Impact.” The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect t o a less than significant level (mitigation measures from “Earlier Analyses,” as described in (5) below, may be cross-referenced).

5. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063(c)(3)(D). In this case, a brief discussion should identify the following:
a) Earlier Analysis Used. Identify and state where they are available for review. b) Impacts Adequately Addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. c) Mitigation Measures. For effects that are “Less than Significant with Mitigation Measures Incorporated,” describe the mitigation measures which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to which they address site-specific conditions for the project.

6. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for potential impacts (e.g., general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated.

7. Supporting Information Sources: A source list should be attached, and other sources used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion.

8. This is only a suggested form, and lead agencies are free to use different formats; however, lead agencies should normally address the questions from this checklist that are relevant to a project ’s environmental effects in whatever format is selected.

9. The explanation of each issue should identify:
a) the significance criteria or threshold, if any, used to evaluate each question; and b) the mitigation measure identified, if any, to reduce the impact to a less-than-significant level.

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3.1 AESTHETICS

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant
with Mitigation
Incorporated
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
I. Aesthetics. Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? b) Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, rock outcroppings, and historic
buildings within a State scenic highway?

c) In nonurbanized areas, substantially degrade the
existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings?
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 nighttime views
in the area?

3.1.1 S ETTING

VISUAL CHARACTER OF THE PROJECT SITE
The project site is located in an urban area (U.S. Census Bureau 2020). The project site is a former mini-golf course with a building and associated parking lot and is surrounded by a chain-link fence. The site has nearly level topography and is mostly covered with hardscape surfaces, although it does contain ruderal grassland and trees, with the most existing vegetation focused in the area west of the existing on-site building. The project site is bordered by SACRT (Sacramento Regional Transit District) light rail tracks, Folsom Boulevard, and US 50 to the north. The site is bordered by Folsom South Canal on the south side. The unincorporated community of Gold River is located north of US 50, and to the south is open space and industrial uses.

Views across the project site to the north are the railroad, road, and highway uses to the north and west, with a structure at the end of the parking lot. Views from the project to the south include Folsom South Canal and Buffalo Creek to the south and east. The visual quality of the project site is low because of the surrounding urbanized environment (i.e., adjacent commercial uses and nearby industrial uses). And although the north side of the project site contains some native oak trees, overall, the site does not contain any unique visual features or landscape characteristics that influence visual quality. In addition, the project site has no cultural visual resources (e.g., buildings) or rock outcroppings and is not located such that it would be visible from a State scenic highway.

Exhibit 3.1-1 and Exhibit 3.1-2 show current site conditions from two viewpoints. Viewpoint 1 shows the site looking east toward the existing billboard at the eastern end of the parcel. Viewpoint 2 shows the northern periphery of the site along the light rail tracks looking west.

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Exhibit 3.1-1 Viewpoint 1

Source: AECOM 2023
Exhibit 3.1-2 Viewpoint 2
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VISUAL CHARACTER OF THE SURROUNDING AREA
The visual character surrounding the project site consists of residential, commercial, office, open space, and various transportation uses. The site is bordered to the north by SACRT light rail tracks, Folsom Boulevard, and US 50. The site is bordered by Folsom South Canal on the south side. The unincorporated community of Gold River is located north of US 50, and to the south is open space and industrial uses.

A residential neighborhood comprised mostly of detached, single-story single-family residences is located approximately 400 feet north of the project site on the north side of US 50. The rear yards of these residences include ornamental trees, landscaping, and a berm elevated sound wall that backs up along US 50. These features tend to screen views of the project site. The Folsom South Canal and Buffalo Creek border the project site to the south and east. It is separated from the project site by a chain link fence and adjacent open space that is mostly covered with grassland and scattered trees. South of the canal and creek is the Westborough Planning Area, an approximately 1,665-acre undeveloped area that is planned for a mix of uses, including open space bordering the project site, as well as residential and employment uses. There are commercial businesses and offices to the east of the project site, the two closest being Beck’s Furniture & Sleep and E Health, a health insurance agency.

Views of the project site would be best seen by motorists traveling on from Folsom Boulevard and US 50.

Viewers of the project site would also include passengers on the SACRT light rail transit, as well as employees and patrons of local businesses east of the project site. The overpass for the planned Rancho Cordova Parkway Interchange Project (City of Rancho Cordova and Caltrans. 2014) would cross the site approximately 150 feet east of the proposed west location sign.

SCENIC HIGHWAYS AND CORRIDORS
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) manages the State’s Scenic Highways Program. There are no California State Scenic Highways located at or nearby the project site. The nearest State scenic highway, State Route (SR) 160, is over 17 miles west of the proposed project area (California Department of Transportation 2019). Additionally, the project site and surrounding vicinity do not include any State or County-designated vistas (California Department of Transportation 2019).

LIGHT AND GLARE
The project site is in an urbanized environment and is surrounded by existing sources of light and glare. These sources include existing streetlights along Folsom Boulevard and within residential areas north of the project site, exterior lighting on commercial buildings to the east, parking lot lighting, illuminated signage, reflective building material, and vehicular headlights. The project site is currently vacant, and existing parking lot lighting is not in use.

CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA DIGITAL FREEWAY SIGN STANDARDS
Section 23.743.150 (Digital Freeway Signs Overlay) of the City of Rancho Cordova Municipal Code, allows for consideration of digital freeway signs in certain, specific locations within the city with a use permit and a digital freeway signs operating agreement (City of Rancho Cordova 2022). The digital freeway signs overlay encompasses three specific geographies in the northeastern area of the city, including the mineshaft area. These locations are shown on Exhibit 3.1-3. Section 23.743.150 (C.) includes the following development standards:

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Source: City of Rancho Cordova 2022
Exhibit 3.1-3 Digital Freeway Signs Overlay Location

• Legally existing billboards may be refurbished to become a digital freeway sign, subject to the development standards below and issuance of a conditional use permit. • A digital freeway sign may consist of, at most, two digital display areas, each positioned to be visible only by opposing directions of traffic. Double-faced signs shall not have an interior angle between the face of the panels greater than 45 degrees.
• The maximum height shall be 60 feet.
• The maximum area of each digital display area is 672 square feet. • Distance between Signs. No digital freeway sign shall be located within 2,500 feet of any other digital freeway sign within the city limits.
• The sign structure supporting and surrounding the digital display area shall be as small as feasibly possible so as to avoid any unnecessary height or width to the sign. The sign structure shall not add stylistic or architectural detailing to further call attention to the sign.

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City of Rancho Cordova 3.1-5 Environmental Checklist-Aesthetics • Decorative pole covering is required for newly constructed digital freeway signs as well as any existing traditional billboard that is converted to a digital freeway sign. Such covering shall be simple and streamlined in material and design so as to not call further attention to the sign. • Digital freeway signs shall display static messages only, and shall not have animation, movement, or the appearance or optical illusion of movement in or on any part of the sign structure, design, or pictorial segment of the sign. Each static message shall not include flashing or scintillating lighting or varying light intensity. • Each message on the sign must be displayed for a minimum of eight seconds. • Digital freeway signs shall not operate at brightness levels of more than 0.3 foot-candles above ambient light, as measured using a foot-candle meter at a distance of 250 feet from the sign face. Each digital display area shall have a light sensing device that will adjust the brightness of the sign as ambient light conditions change throughout the day.
• The sign will not require substantial trimming or reduction of existing vegetation and landscaping. The sign will not obstruct or obscure on-site signs on the same or adjacent properties. • The sign shall not create a visibility hazard to traffic on adjacent streets, freeways, or parking areas. The sign will not reduce parking availability as required by this title. The sign will not interfere with on-site vehicular circulation.

CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS: TITLE 4, DIVISION 6, CHAPTER 1 OUTDOOR ADVERTISING Outdoor advertising displays require a permit from Caltrans if they are within 660 feet from the edge of the right- of-way and viewed primarily by persons traveling on the main-traveled way of the freeway (Caltrans 1998). The northern edge of the project site is approximately 150 feet from the edge of right-of-way of US 50.

3.1.2 D ISCUSSION
Because the project site is located in an urban area, the discussion under checklist question c) will address the project conflict with applicable zoning and other regulations governing scenic quality. a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? No Impact. A scenic vista is generally considered a view of an area that has remarkable scenery or a resource that is indigenous to the area. The City of Rancho Cordova has no officially designated scenic vistas in the vicinity of the project site. The project site consists of a vacant urban lot with nearly level topography surrounded by existing developed properties. As described in the Project Description (Section 2), Exhibit 2.4-2 shows the sign in relation to the planned Rancho Cordova Parkway Overcrossing
that would span the highway just east of the west location sign and Exhibit 2.4-3 shows the plan view of the east location sign, as well as a photo-simulation of the sign as viewed from eastbound US 50. Refer to Exhibit 2.4-4 and Exhibit 2.4-5 for photo simulations and a Plan View of the West Location (Exhibit 2.4-4) and a Plan View of the East Location (Exhibit 2.4-5). These figures demonstrate the poor visual quality of the site and the lack of scenic vistas in the surrounding areas. 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 site is not located along a State scenic highway, nor does it contain any other scenic resources, such as rock outcroppings or historic buildings (California Department of Transportation 2019). The ITEM 19.1.

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c) If the project is in an urbanized area, would the project conflict with applicable zoning and other regulations governing scenic quality?
Less than Significant. The proposed project is construction and operation of two advertising billboards with electronic displays on the south side of US 50 and Folsom Boulevard between Sunrise Boulevard and Hazel Avenue in the City of Rancho Cordova. This is an urban area consisting of commercial uses northeast of the project site and residential uses north of the project site. As stated under checklist item a), the visual quality of the project site is low because of the surrounding urbanized environment and because the project site does not contain any unique visual features or landscape characteristics that influence visual quality. In addition, the overpass for the Rancho Cordova Parkway Interchange Project (City of Rancho Cordova and Caltrans 2014) will cross the project site approximately 150 feet east of the west sign location.

The proposed project would require site design review and conditional use permits from the City of Rancho Cordova. In addition, the project would be required to meet the city’s digital freeway sign standards (Section

23.743.150 of the municipal code) or obtain variances as allowed. For example, the east location sign (Exhibit

2.4-5) is proposed to meet the 60 feet height limit, while the west location sign (Exhibit 2.4-4) is proposed to be 70 feet in height and would require a variance. The two digital billboards would be located approximately 2,900 feet apart and, therefore, meet the requirement that no digital freeway sign shall be located within 2,500 feet of any other digital freeway sign within the city limits. In addition, the billboards would not operate at brightness levels of more than 0.3 foot-candles above ambient light, automatically adjusting as ambient light conditions change. The digital billboards would have display areas of 1,200 square feet, which is greater than the 672 feet specified in the ordinance. However, the project proponent has requested a deviation from this standard, as is allowed under the digital freeway signs operating agreement with the city. The operating agreement will also require removal of the existing billboard located at the east end of the project site. Finally, as the project site is within 660 feet of a Caltrans right-of-way (US 50), it would be subject to Caltrans permit requirements and applicable standards for outdoor advertising displays.

Construction at the west sign location would involve the removal of 20 trees for installation of the monopole and for preparation of a staging area associated with the planned highway overpass to the east. In addition, to improve visibility of this sign from US 50, 7 trees would be removed from a small area between Folsom Boulevard and the eastbound lane of US 50. This area is shown on Exhibit 2.4-1. The project would conform with the City of R
ancho Cordova Tree Preservation Ordinance. Ordinarily, the ordinance requires applicants who are granted permits to remove protected trees to prepare and implement a tree replacement plan. However, since there is no suitable location to replace trees on site, and there are no designated off-site locations, in-lieu fee payments would be made instead.

Because the proposed project would comply with city regulations governing location and design for digital freeway signs as well as a digital signs operating agreement with the city and comply with the City of Rancho Cordova Tree Preservation Ordinance, the proposed project would not conflict with any applicable zoning and other regulations governing scenic quality.

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Less than Significant. The operation of both proposed advertising billboards with electronic displays would introduce new sources of lighting. However, the billboards would incorporate light sensing technology that would automatically adjust the brightness of the sign as ambient light conditions change throughout the day so that the brightness level would remain at 0.3 foot-candles (fc) above ambient light, as measured using a foot-candle meter at a distance of 250 feet from the sign face, as required by Section 23.743.150 (Digital Freeway Signs Overlay) of the City of Rancho Cordova Municipal Code.

A foot-candle is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. One lumen of light is approximately equal to the amount of light put out by one birthday candle that is one foot away from you. To put this in perspective, the average incandescent light bulb that is one foot away from you is about 100 watts, which is 1.6 foot-candles. As an example of how the project would adjust to ambient light conditions, unobstructed full sunlight shining on the project area on a sunny day at noon is estimated to be about 10,000 fc, and in this case, the sign would illuminate to 10000.3 fc (Facility Solutions Group 2019). An average night has about 0.005 fc, so at that time, the digital billboards’ brightness would be

0.305 fc (Facility Solutions Group 2019). Thus, the billboards would never be much brighter compared to ambient conditions than a single birthday candle or incandescent lightbulb viewed from 1 foot away. In this case, the light would be measured by a foot-candle meter from 250 feet away, so 0.3 candles above ambient light would be the equivalent of looking at about 75 birthday candles from 250 feet away. It should be noted that ambient conditions include standard streetlights on Folsom Boulevard, standard streetlights on the nearby Tenderfoot Drive. As noted above, existing parking lot lighting is not in use.

Construction activities are expected to last one month and would occur during the day and would not require nighttime lighting or other sources of light or glare. Therefore, for the reasons discussed above, the project would not create a substantial light or glare which would adversely affect day or nighttime views in the area.

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3.2 AGRICULTURE & FORESTRY RESOURCES

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant with
Mitigation
Incorporated
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
II. Agriculture and Forestry Resources.

In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model (1997, as updated) prepared by
the California Department of Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and
farmland. In determining whether impacts to forest
resources, including timberland, are significant
environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to
information compiled by the California Department of
Forestry and Fire Protection regarding the state’s
inventory of forest land, including the Forest and Range Assessment Project and the Forest Legacy Assessment
project; and forest carbon measurement methodology
provided in Forest Protocols adopted by the California
Air Resources Board.

Would the project:
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 Farmland to non-agricultural use or
conversion of forest land to non-forest use?

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3.2.1 S ETTING
The project site is a former mini-golf course with a building and associated parking lot, and no records were found indicating that this land has been used for agriculture in the last century. The project site and surrounding area are not zoned for agricultural uses (see Section 3.10, “Land Use and Planning,” for further discussion).

The California Department of Conservation’s Important Farmland classifications—Prime Farmland, Farmland of Statewide Importance, Unique Farmland, and Farmland of Local Importance—recognize the land’s suitability for agricultural production by considering the physical and chemical characteristics of the soil, such as soil temperature range, depth of the groundwater table, flooding potential, rock fragment content, and rooting depth.

The classifications also consider location, growing season, and moisture available to sustain high-yield crops.

Together, Important Farmland and Grazing Land are defined by the California Department of Conservation as “Agricultural Land” (California Public Resources Code, Sections 21060.1 and 21095).

Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines focuses the analysis on conversion of agricultural land on Prime Farmland, Farmland of Statewide Importance, or Unique Farmland; therefore, any conversion of these lands would be considered a significant impact under CEQA. According to the Sacramento County Important Farmland map, published by the California Department of Conservation’s Division of Land Resource Protection, the project site and adjacent lands are designated as Urban and Built-Up Land. This is land that is used for residential, industrial, commercial, institutional, and public utility structures and for other developed purposes (California Department of Conservation [DOC] 2018a). The California Department of Conservation does not consider Urban and Built-Up Land to be Important Farmland.

Under the California Land Conservation Act of 1965, also known as the Williamson Act, local governments can enter into contracts with private property owners to protect land (within agricultural preserves) for agricultural and open space purposes. No parcels within or adjacent to the project site are under Williamson Act contracts (DOC 2018b).

Public Resources Code Section 12220(g) defines forest land as land than can support 10-percent native tree cover of any species, including hardwoods, under natural conditions, and that allows for management of one or more forest resources, including timber, aesthetics, fish and wildlife, biodiversity, water quality, recreation, and other public benefits. An arborist survey (Appendix B) conducted in June 2022 recorded 81 native oak trees and 2 non- native palm trees within the project site. While the western portion of the project site has a tree canopy that exceeds 10 percent cover, these trees do not exist within natural conditions. There is no land that qualifies as forestland within the project site.

3.2.2 D ISCUSSION
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? No Impact. As discussed previously, the project site and surrounding areas are designated by the Sacramento County Important Farmland map, published by the California Department of Conservation’s Division of Land Resource Protection, as Urban and Built-Up Land (DOC 2018a). Urban and Built-Up Land is not considered ITEM 19.1.

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No Impact. The project site is not zoned as forestland, timberland, or a Timberland Production Zone. Therefore, the proposed project would not conflict with existing zoning for, or cause rezoning of, forestry resources. d) Result in the loss of forest land or conversion of forest land to non-forest use? No Impact. Approximately 20 native oak trees would be removed from the project site, and an additional 7 native oak trees would be removed from a small area between Folsom Boulevard and the eastbound side of US 50.

While there are areas within the project site that have a tree canopy that exceeds 10 percent cover, these trees do not exist within natural conditions; thus, there is no land that qualifies as forestland within the project site.

Therefore, implementation of the proposed project would not result in 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 Farmland to non-agricultural use or conversion of forest land to non-forest use?
No Impact. See responses to items a) and d) above. Because no agricultural land uses or forestland are present within or adjacent to the project site, implementing the project would not result in other changes in the physical environment that cause the conversion of agricultural land, including Important Farmland, to non-agricultural uses or cause conversion of forestland to non-forest uses.

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3.3 AIR QUALITY

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant with
Mitigation
Incorporated
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
III. Air Quality.

Where available, the significance criteria established by the applicable air quality management or air pollution
control district may be relied on to make the following determinations.

Would the project:
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 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?

3.3.1 S ETTING
The project site is located in the city of Rancho Cordova, which is within the Sacramento Valley Air Basin (SVAB). The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District (SMAQMD) regulates air quality within the SVAB.

Air quality is defined as the concentration of pollutants in relation to their impact on human health. Ambient concentrations of air pollutants are determined by the amount of emissions released by pollutant sources and the ability of the atmosphere to transport and dilute such emissions. Natural factors that affect transport and dilution include terrain, wind, atmospheric stability, and the presence of sunlight. Therefore, existing air quality conditions in the project area are influenced by factors such as topography, meteorology, and climate, as well as the quantity emissions released by air pollutant sources.

The SVAB climate is characterized by hot, dry summers and cool, rainy winters. Typically, winds transport air pollutants northward out of the SVAB; however, during approximately half of the time from July to September, the wind pattern shifts southward, blowing air pollutants back into the SVAB and exacerbating the concentration of air pollutant emissions in the air basin. In addition, between winter storms, high pressure and light winds contribute to low-level temperature inversions and stable atmospheric conditions, resulting in the concentration of air pollutants.

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Environmental Checklist-Air Quality 3.3-2 City of Rancho Cordova Individual air pollutants at certain concentrations may adversely affect human or animal health, reduce visibility, damage property, and reduce the productivity or vigor of crops and natural vegetation. Six air pollutants have been identified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as being of concern both on a nationwide and statewide level: ozone; carbon monoxide; nitrogen dioxide; sulfur dioxide; lead; and particulate patter (PM), which is subdivided into two classes based on particle size – PM equal to or less than 10 micrometers in diameter (PM 10) and PM equal to or less than 2.5 micrometers
in diameter (PM2.5).

Health-based air quality standards have been established for these pollutants by EPA at the national level and by CARB at the state level. These standards are referred to as the national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) and the California ambient air quality standards (CAAQS), respectively. The NAAQS and CAAQS were established to protect the public with a margin of safety from adverse health impacts caused by exposure to air pollution. Both EPA and CARB designate areas of California as “attainment,” “nonattainment,” “maintenance,” or “unclassified” for the various pollutant standards according to the federal Clean Air Act (CAA) and the California Clean Air Act, respectively. Because the air quality standards for these air pollutants are regulated using human and environment health-based criteria, they are commonly referred to as “criteria air pollutants.” With respect to regional air quality, the SMAQMD region is currently designated as nonattainment for the NAAQS and CAAQS for ozone, and nonattainment for the NAAQS for 24-hour PM

2.5, and the CAAQS for PM10
(SMAQMD 2017). The SMAQMD region is designated as an attainment area for all other criteria air pollutants (SMAQMD 2017).

3.3.2 T HRESHOLDS OF SIGNIFICANCE
The SMAQMD published the Guide to Air Quality Assessment in Sacramento County (CEQA Guide), which provides air quality guidance when preparing CEQA documents (SMAQMD 2020). This document presents the SMAQMD’s CEQA thresholds of significance for construction and operational emissions. Table 3.3-1 lists the SMAQMD recommended thresholds of significance for criteria pollutant emissions.

Table 3.3-1 SMAQMD CEQA Air Quality Thresholds of Significance Phase NOX ROG PM10 1 PM2.5 1
Construction 85 pounds/day N/A 80 pounds/day and 14.6 tons/year 82 pounds/day and 15 tons/year Operational 65 pounds/day 65 pounds/day 80 pounds/day and 14.6 tons/year 82 pounds/day and 15 tons/year Source: SMAQMD 2020.

Notes:
1 The particulate matter thresholds apply to projects that impose the SMAQMD’s Best Available Control Technology or Best Management Practices, as feasible. Otherwise, the particulate matter thresholds would be zero (0) pounds per day.

CEQA = California Environmental Quality Act; N/A = not applicable; NOX = oxides of nitrogen; PM10 = suspended particulate matter less than 10 microns in diameter; PM2.5 = fine particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter; ROG = reactive organic gases; SMAQMD = Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality District.

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3.3.3 D ISCUSSION
a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan? Less than Significant with Mitigation. Air quality plans describe air pollution control strategies to be implemented by a city, county, or region. The primary purpose of an air quality plan is to bring an area that does not attain federal or State air quality standards into compliance with the requirements of the CAA and California Clean Air Act requirements. SMAQMD prepares plans to attain state and national ambient air quality standards in the SVAB. The Sacramento Federal Nonattainment Area (SFNA) was designated as “severe” nonattainment for the 1979 1-Hour ozone NAAQS, and this standard has been revoked. In September 2017, the SMAQMD approved a Redesignation Substitution request, which demonstrated that the SFNA met EPA's requirements to be redesignated as attainment based on ambient air quality monitoring. The 2017 Sacramento Regional 2008 8-Hour Ozone Attainment and Further Reasonable Progress Plan is the most updated plan issued by SMAQMD, approved by CARB on November 16, 2017.

The CEQA Guide is intended to provide a tool to identify proposed development projects that may have a significant adverse effect on air quality. According to the CEQA Guide, projects whose emissions are expected to meet or exceed the recommended significance criteria will have a potentially significant adverse impact on air quality, and therefore, potentially conflict with or obstruct implementation of the SMAQMD air quality plans.

Project emissions that do not exceed these thresholds would not impact SMAQMD’s ability to reach attainment.

As discussed in detail below in Section 3.3.3(b), modeled project construction emissions would not exceed the SMAQMD thresholds of significance. However, although construction emissions would not exceed SMAQMD thresholds, due to the nonattainment status of the SVAB with respect to ozone, PM 10, and PM2.5, SMAQMD
recommends that all construction projects implement the SMAQMD Basic Construction Emission Control Practices (SMAQMD 2020). SMAQMD’s Basic Construction Emission Control Practices include such measures as watering the construction site twice daily, limiting vehicle speeds on unpaved roadways to 15 miles per hour, minimizing vehicle idling, covering haul trucks transporting soil, and cleaning paved roads. Without incorporation of SMAQMD’s Basic Construction Control Practices, the project construction activities would be considered to potentially conflict with or obstruct implementation of the SMAQMD’s air quality plans for PM and the impact is considered to be potentially significant.

Following construction activities, operation of the digital billboards would be limited to the indirect electricity consumption, which would generate greenhouse gas emissions (discussed in Section 3.8, Greenhouse Gas Emissions) and would not generate criteria air pollutants. Therefore, operation of the project would not conflict with any applicable air quality plans.

Mitigation Measure AIR-1: Implement the SMAQMD Basic Construction Emission Control Practices.

Comply with Basic Construction Emission Control Practices identified by the SMAQMD and listed below or as they may be updated in the future:
• Water all exposed surfaces two times daily. Exposed surfaces include, but are not limited to soil piles, graded areas, unpaved parking areas, staging areas, and access roads.

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• Use wet power vacuum street sweepers to remove any visible track out mud or dirt onto adjacent public roads at least once a day. Use of dry powered sweeping is prohibited. • Limit vehicle speeds on unpaved roads to 15 miles per hour (mph). • All roadways, driveways, sidewalks, parking lots to be paved should be completed as soon as possible.

In addition, building pads should be laid as soon as possible after grading unless seeding or soil binders are used.
• Minimize idling time either by shutting equipment off when not in use or reducing the time of idling to 5 minutes [required by California Code of Regulations, Title 13, sections 2449(d) and 2485]. Provide clear signage that posts this requirement for workers at the entrances to the site. • Provide current certificate(s) of compliance for CARB’s In -Use Off -Road Diesel -Fueled Fleets Regulation [California Code of Regulations, Title 13, sections 2449 and 2449.1]. • Maintain all construction equipment in proper working condition according to manufacturer’s specifications. The equipment must be checked by a certified mechanic and determined to be running in proper condition before it is operated.

SIGNIFICANCE AFTER MITIGATION
With implementation of Mitigation Measure AIR-1, the project would not conflict with or obstruct an applicable air quality plan. This impact would be less than significant with mitigation. b) 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 with Mitigation. By its very nature, air pollution is largely a cumulative impact. The nonattainment status of regional pollutants is a result of past and present development within the SVAB, and this regional impact is cumulative rather than being attributable to any one source. A project’s emissions may be individually limited, but cumulatively considerable when taken in combination with past, present, and future projects.

Construction of the project would generate temporary emissions of criteria air pollutants, including nitrogen oxides (NO
X), reactive organic gases (ROG), carbon monoxide (CO), PM10, and PM2.5. As shown in Table 3.3-1, SMAQMD has quantitative thresholds for NOX, PM10, and PM2.5; thus, construction emissions for these pollutants were quantitatively estimated for the project.

As described in Section 2, Project Description, construction of both billboards is anticipated to occur in fall 2023, and the duration of construction would be approximately one month. Emissions associated with construction activities were modeled using the California Emissions Estimator Model (CalEEMod) version 2022.1. CalEEMod allows the user to enter project-specific construction and operational information, such as types of construction equipment, number and length of off-site motor vehicle trips, daily vehicle trips, and anticipated energy ITEM 19.1.

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Table 3.3-2 Construction- Related Daily and Total Emissions Description NOX PM10 1 PM2.5 1
Maximum Daily Emissions (lbs/day) 9.37 0.69 0.38
SMAQMD Threshold: Maximum Daily Emissions (lbs/day) 85 80 82 Total Emissions (tons) 0.08 <0.005 <0.005
SMAQMD Threshold: Annual Emissions (tons/year) N/A 14.6 15 Exceeds Thresholds? No No No
Source: SMAQMD 2020.

Notes:
1 The particulate matter thresholds apply to projects that impose the SMAQMD’s Best Available Control Technology or Best Management Practices, as feasible. Otherwise, the particulate matter thresholds would be zero (0) pounds per day. lbs/day = pounds per day; N/A = not applicable; NOX = oxides of nitrogen; PM10 = suspended particulate matter less than 10 microns in diameter; PM2.5 = fine particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter; SMAQMD = Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality District; tons/year = tons per year.

As shown in Table 3.3-2, emissions associated with construction of the two billboards would not exceed SMAQMD thresholds of significance. Therefore, these emissions are not considered cumulatively considerable.

However, although construction emissions would not exceed SMAQMD thresholds, due to the nonattainment status of the SVAB with respect to ozone, PM10, and PM2.5, SMAQMD recommends that all construction projects implement the SMAQMD Basic Construction Emission Control Practices (SMAQMD 2020). Without implementation of the SMAQMD Basic Construction Emission Control Practices as described in Mitigation Measure AIR-1, the contribution of construction-related emissions from the project would have the potential to be cumulatively considerable, resulting in a potentially significant impact.

Following construction activities, operation of the digital billboards would be limited to the indirect electricity consumption, which would generate greenhouse gas emissions (discussed in Section 3.8, Greenhouse Gas Emissions) and would not generate criteria air pollutants. Thus, operation of the project would not 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.

SIGNIFICANCE AFTER MITIGATION
Implementation of Mitigation Measure AIR-1 would ensure that construction would not exceed SMAQMD’s thresholds of significance. The impact is considered less than significant with mitigation. c) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? Less than Significant. Some members of the population are especially sensitive to air pollutant emissions and should be given special consideration when evaluating air quality impacts from projects. For the purposes of a CEQA analysis, the SMAQMD considers a sensitive receptor to be facilities that house or attract children, the elderly, and people with illnesses or others who are especially sensitive to the effects of air pollutants. Hospitals, schools, convalescent facilities, and residential areas are examples of sensitive receptors (SMAQMD 2020). The ITEM 19.1.

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Criteria Air Pollutants
As shown in Table 3.3-2, construction-related activities would result in emissions of criteria air pollutants, but at levels that would not exceed the SMAQMD regional thresholds of significance. The regional thresholds of significance were designed to identify those projects that would result in significant levels of air pollution and to assist the region in attaining the applicable state and federal ambient air quality standards, which were established using health-based criteria to protect the public with a margin of safety from adverse health impacts due to exposure to air pollution. As such, the criteria air pollutant emissions associated with construction of the project would not expose sensitive receptors to substantial criteria pollutant concentrations. The digital billboards are electric; therefore, operation of the project would not expose sensitive receptors to substantial criteria pollutant concentrations. Therefore, this impact would be less than significant.

Toxic Air Contaminants
In addition to criteria air pollutants, construction of the project would also generate toxic air contaminant (TAC) emissions, specifically diesel PM (DPM), associated with heavy-duty construction equipment operations. The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) developed a Guidance Manual for Preparation of Health Risk Assessments (OEHHA 2015). Due to uncertainty in assessing cancer risk from very short-term exposures, OEHHA does not recommend assessing cancer risk for construction of projects lasting less than two months for the nearest residential receptor. Since the duration of construction activities for the project are anticipated to last approximately one month and would cease following completion of the project, the overall exposure period would not approach the requirements for assessing cancer risk (OEHHA 2015).

In addition, construction emissions would occur intermittently throughout the day and would not occur as a constant plume of emissions from the project site and would vary on a day-to-day basis. Concentrations of mobile-source diesel PM emissions are typically reduced by approximately 60 percent at a distance of around 300 feet (100 meters) (Zhu and Hinds 2002). Furthermore, the project would implement Mitigation Measure AIR-1, which requires implementation of idling limits and maintaining equipment in proper working condition, which would reduce construction-related TAC emissions. Due to the intermittent and temporary nature of construction activities, and the dispersive properties of TACs, as well as the fact that PM emissions would be far less than the SMAQMD emission threshold, short-term construction would not expose sensitive receptors to DPM emission levels that would result in a health hazard. As described previously, operation of the project would be limited to electricity consumption associated with operation of the two billboards, which would not be a source of TAC emissions. As a result, this impact would be less than significant. d) Result in other emissions (such as those leading to odors) adversely affecting a substantial number of people?
Less than Significant. The occurrence and severity of odor impacts depend on numerous factors, including the nature, frequency, and intensity of the source; wind speed and direction; and the presence of sensitive receptors.

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Potential construction-related sources of other emissions, such as those leading to odors, include diesel construction equipment that emit exhaust. However, because of the amount and types of equipment, the temporary nature of these emissions, and the highly diffusive properties of diesel exhaust, nearby receptors would not be affected by diesel exhaust odors associated with construction of the project. Construction activities associated with the project would be minimal and the odors would be typical of most construction sites and temporary in nature. Operation of the project would remain similar to existing conditions and would not add any new odor sources. As a result, the project would not result in other emissions (such as those leading to odors) adversely affecting a substantial number of people. Therefore, this impact would be less than significant.

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3.4 BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Potentially
Significant
Impact
Less Than
Significant with
Mitigation
Incorporated
Less Than
Significant
Impact
No Impact
IV. Biological Resources. Would the project:
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 the 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, or
regulations or by the California Department of Fish
and Wildlife or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?

c) Have a substantial adverse effect on State or
federally protected wetlands (including, but 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?

3.4.1 S ETTING
Field reconnaissance, database searches, and background literature review were conducted to characterize biological resources present or with the potential to occur within the project site. No protocol-level wildlife or botanical surveys have been conducted within the project site to date. A site reconnaissance survey was conducted on March 8, 2023. During this survey, land cover types and aquatic features were mapped within the 11.4 acre project site, plus a 200-foot buffer in order to capture conditions immediately surrounding the project site. The project site plus the 200-foot buffer comprises the biological study area (BSA), which totals approximately 58.4 acres. Background research for this survey included a records search of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Information for Planning and Consultation (IPaC) (USFWS 2023), the California Resources Agency Natural Diversity Database (CDFW 2023), the California Native Plant Society Rare Plant Inventory (CNPS 2023), and the National Wetlands Inventory (USGS 2023). Appendix B contains a comprehensive table of species with potential to occur within a five-mile radius of the BSA.

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SPECIAL-STATUS SPECIES
All plants with a California Rare Plant Rank are considered “special plants” by California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW). The term “special plants” is a broad term used by CDFW to refer to all of the plant taxa inventoried in CDFW’s CNDDB, regardless of their legal or protection status. Plants ranked as California Rare Plant Rank 1A, 1B, 2A, and 2B may qualify as endangered, rare, or threatened species within the definition of CEQA Guidelines Section 15380. CDFW recommends that California Rare Plant Rank 1 and 2 species be addressed within the context of CEQA analyses and documentation. In general, California Rare Plant Rank 3 and 4 species do not meet the definition of endangered, rare, or threatened pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15380; however, these species may be evaluated by the lead agency on a case-by-case basis to determine significance criteria under CEQA.

The term “California species of special concern” is applied by CDFW to animals not listed under the federal Environmental Species Act (ESA) or California Environmental Species Act (CESA), but that are nonetheless declining at a rate that could result in listing, or that historically occurred in low numbers, or have limited ranges, and known threats to their persistence currently exist. “Fully protected” was the first state classification used to identify and protect animal species that are rare or facing possible extinction. Most of these species were subsequently listed as threatened or endangered under CESA or ESA. The remaining fully protected species that are not officially listed under CESA or ESA are still legally protected under California Fish and Game Code, and qualify as endangered, rare, or threatened species within the definition of CEQA Guidelines Section 15380.

Site Description
The project site is a former mini-golf course with a building and associated parking lot. The project site is mostly paved with ruderal vegetation and trees in the western portion of the project site. The project site is bordered by railroad tracks, Folsom Boulevard, and US 50 to the north and by Folsom South Canal on the south. The community of Gold River is located north of US 50 and open space and industrial uses to the south. The project site is level and situated at an approximate elevation of 125–135 feet above mean sea level (amsl). In addition to the project site, the project involves a small area between Folsom Boulevard and the eastbound side of US 50 that contains native oaks.

Vegetation Communities and Habitats
The two land cover types within the project site and BSA: urban and ruderal disturbed. Vegetation in urban areas consist primarily of introduced ornamental trees and shrubs, as well as invasive weeds in disturbed areas. Area 1 (Exhibit 3.4-1) contains approximately 20 native oak trees, and the area between Folsom Boulevard and the eastbound side of US 50 contains 7 native oak trees. Exotic plant species may provide valuable habitat elements such as cover for nesting and roosting, as well as food sources such as nuts or berries. Native and introduced animal species that are tolerant of human activities often thrive in urban habitats. Urban/developed lands are generally not of high value for wildlife. Birds and mammals that occur in these areas typically include introduced species adapted to human habitation, including rock pigeon (Columba livia), European starling (Sturnus vulgaris), house sparrow (Passer domesticus), house mouse (Mus musculus), and Norway rat (Rattus norvegicus). Some native species persist in developed lands, including Brewer’s blackbird (Euphagus cyanocephalus), house finch (Carpodacus mexicanus), western scrub jay (Aphelocoma californica), and American crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos). Urban habitat within the BSA covers approximately 37.4 acres.

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Exhibit 3.4-1 Land Cover Types and Aquatic Features Map

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Environmental Checklist-Biological Resources 3.4-4 City of Rancho Cordova Ruderal communities occur south of the project site, north of the Folsom South Canal. While this area is subject to frequent disturbance and dominated by non-native weedy species, this area is densely vegetated and could provide moderate foraging potential for nesting bird species. Vascular plant species associated with these areas typically include Canadian horseweed (Conyza canadensis), turkey mullein (Eremocarpus setigerus), milk thistle (Silybum marianum), yellow star-thistle (Centaurea solstitialis), field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis), wild lettuce (Lactuca serriola), prickly sow thistle (Sonchus arvensis), common vetch (Vicia sativa), and shortpod mustard (Hirschfeldia incana). Ruderal habitat within the BSA covers approximately 13.3 acres.

Aquatic Features
Buffalo Creek crosses the narrow sliver of the project site at the western extent of the parcel. The construction footprint and staging areas are restricted to the existing mini golf course and parking lot, which is separated from Buffalo Creek by a chain link fence and a patch of ruderal vegetation. Within the BSA, Buffalo Creek is densely vegetated with cattail (Typha spp.) and contains slow moving water. This portion of Buffalo Creek is moderately disturbed due to its proximity to nearby roadways, industrial uses, and public access.

Trees
The City of Rancho Cordova Tree Preservation Ordinance defines a protected tree as a native oak having a trunk diameter of at least six inches or greater, any tree species other than a native oak having a trunk diameter of at least 12 inches or greater on nonresidential property, any tree species other than a native oak having a trunk diameter of at least 24 inches or greater on residential property, any tree planted as a requirement tree for site development, tree permit conditions, landscape plan removal replacement, or other designated condition by the public works director or planning director (City of Rancho Cordova Municipal Code, Chapter 19.12). An arborist survey (Appendix B) was conducted in preparation for this project. This survey identified 90 protected trees on the project site and the off-site location between Folsom Boulevard and US 50.

Special-Status Species and Critical Habitat
The project site provides low value for wildlife. No burrows or nest sites for wildlife were observed within or adjacent to the project site at the time of the reconnaissance survey. The database searches identified previously documented occurrences of 19 special-status plant species and 21 special-status wildlife species in the vicinity of the project site (Appendix B). Of the 40 species known to occur in the vicinity of the project site, one special- status plant species (Sanford’s arrowhead [Sagittaria sanfordii]) could occur within Buffalo Creek. The remaining 39 special-status species are either unlikely to occur or have no potential to occur.

No critical habitat is located within or near the project site. The nearest critical habitat is 1.5 miles northwest of the project site along the American River, for the valley elderberry longhorn beetle (Desmocerus californicus dimorphus). Critical habitat for Sacramento orcutt grass (Orcuttia viscida) is located 2.2 miles northeast of the project site.

Wetlands and Waters of the United States and State
Any areas that meet the regulatory definition of “waters of the United States” are regulated under the jurisdiction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA).

Waters of the U.S. include documented navigable waters of the United States; interstate waters; all other waters where the use, degradation, or destruction of the waters could affect interstate or foreign commerce; tributaries to ITEM 19.1.

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City of Rancho Cordova 3.4-5 Environmental Checklist-Biological Resources any of these waters, and wetlands adjacent to these waters. Potentially jurisdictional waters of the U.S. are typically determined by conducting a wetland delineation according to USACE methods and guidelines.

However, because this site is heavily disturbed and no potential wetland features were observed on site during the reconnaissance-level survey, a wetland delineation survey was deemed unnecessary by the biologist. Additionally, a review of the National Wetlands Inventory showed that no wetlands are present within the project site.

Buffalo Creek bisects the westernmost portion of the parcel containing the project. This feature is approximately 600 feet west of the west location sign (Area 1).

Wildlife Movement/Corridors
The project site is located on an approximately 11.4-acre parcel that consists of a former mini-golf course with a building and associated parking lot; no wildlife movement corridors occur on the project site. The parcel is surrounded by US 50, Folsom Boulevard, light rail tracks on the north, and Folsom South Canal to the south. All of these features inhibit movement of mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. Trees on-site could support nesting migratory birds. A small section of Buffalo Creek crosses the westernmost sliver of the parcel and may provide a low-quality movement corridor for wildlife, including for waterfowl and other migratory birds. Project activities will be setback from Buffalo Creek by more than 500-feet. However, Buffalo Creek in the project site vicinity is highly modified, heavily disturbed, and likely of low value for most wildlife. Any wildlife using Buffalo Creek as a movement corridor are not likely to move onto the project site due to poor habitat quality in the project site, a lack of riparian cover along the creek and because of tall, steep banks that likely isolate Buffalo Creek from the project site.

South Sacramento County Habitat Conservation Plan
The project site is within the Urban Development Area (UDA) sub-area of the South Sacramento County Habitat Conservation Plan (SSHCP) plan area and the City of Rancho Cordova is a plan partner (Sacramento County 2018a). The UDA is the area within the SSCHP that is anticipated primarily for development. The proposed project consistency with the SSHCP is required under CEQA because the SSHCP has been adopted. While the installation of digital reader boards is not explicitly listed as a covered activity, covered activities described in the SSHCP are defined broadly to include planned urban growth and all ground-disturbing activities associated with urban development. Thus, this project could be considered a covered activity.

The SSHCP is intended to provide a streamlined process for special-status species and wetlands/waters related permitting in the plan area, providing a multi-species, multi-habitat conservation plan addressing the biological impacts of future urban development in the southern portion of the county. The SSHCP presents a conservation strategy that offsets habitat losses within the UDA through the establishment of large preserves outside of planned development areas that are funded through fee payments for development.

City of Rancho Cordova Tree Preservation Ordinance
The City of Rancho Cordova wishes to “guide the growth of [the] long-term community tree canopy that provides improved air quality, public and mental health, welfare, safety and environmental benefits to the residents, businesses, and visitors of Rancho Cordova.” As such, the Preservation and Protection of Private Trees, Title 19, Chapter 12 of the City of Rancho Cordova Municipal Code protects certain trees and requires an approved permit be obtained before a protected tree has major pruning (pruning in a way which reduces the overall canopy of the ITEM 19.1.

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Environmental Checklist-Biological Resources 3.4-6 City of Rancho Cordova tree by 10 percent or more, or cutting of roots or branches greater than two inches diameter within a 12-month period) or to remove. Chapter 19.12.030 defines which trees are “protected trees” and are therefore subject to permits for removal as follows:

1. Native oak – Quercus lobata, valley oak; Quercus wislizenii, interior live oak; Quercus douglasii, blue oak; or Quercus morehus, oracle oak – having a trunk diameter of at least six inches or greater; or

2. Any tree species other than a native oak having a trunk diameter of at least 12 inches or greater on nonresidential property; or

3. Any tree species other than a native oak having a trunk diameter of at least 24 inches or greater on residential property; or

4. Any tree planted as a requirement tree for site development, tree permit condition, landscape plan removal replacement, or other designated condition by the public works director or planning director.

3.4.2 D ISCUSSION
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 the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated. Trees in and around the project site could provide suitable nesting habitat for common, urban adapted migratory birds and raptors, such as Brewer’s blackbird, western scrubjay, American crow, and red-tailed hawk. These birds are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and Section 3503.5 of the California Fish and Game Code. Project construction includes the removal of 27 trees that could provide suitable nesting habitat for birds and roosting habitat for bats. If construction activities occur during nesting bird season (typically February 1 to August 30) or roosting bat season (May 1 to August 31), removal of any trees could potentially result in the destruction of an active nest. Additionally, birds nesting or bats roosting within 250 feet of active construction, within trees, shrubs, or in the dense ruderal vegetation south of the project site, may be disturbed by project construction noise and vibration, causing nest abandonment. Any potential impact on nesting birds or roosting bats would be potentially significant.

Mitigation Measure BIO-1: Conduct Preconstruction Nesting Bird and Roosting Bat Surveys and Implement Appropriate Avoidance Buffers.

If construction would occur during the bird nesting season (typically February 1 to August 31) or roosting bat season (May 1 to August 31), project applicant shall retain a qualified biologist to conduct preconstruction surveys for nesting birds and roosting bats no more than 2 weeks prior to the start of ground-disturbing construction activities. The survey shall include all suitable nesting and roosting habitat within the project site and a 250-foot buffer to the project site. Suitable nesting habitat includes all trees, shrubs, and densely vegetated ruderal grassland. Suitable roosting habitat includes trees, buildings, and any other tall structures with crevices suitable for housing bats.

If nesting birds or roosting bats are located during the preconstruction nesting bird and roosting bat survey, an appropriate “non-disturbance” buffer will be established by a qualified biologist to protect the ITEM 19.1.

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City of Rancho Cordova 3.4-7 Environmental Checklist-Biological Resources nest from project-related disturbances until the nest has fledged or is no longer active. An appropriate non-disturbance buffer shall be determined based on the species nesting, site conditions (e.g., existing level of disturbance), and biologist observations and professional judgement. Typical “non-disturbance” buffers are 100 feet for passerines and 250-feet for non-special status raptors and roosting bats. Smaller buffers may be implemented in some circumstances, if nest monitoring by a qualified biologist confirms project activities are not adversely affecting the nest or roost; this typically requires a period of monitoring prior to initiation of project activities to establish baseline nest activity.

SIGNIFICANCE AFTER MITIGATION
Implementing Mitigation Measure BIO-1 would reduce the potentially significant impact on nesting birds to less than significant because implementation of this measure would protect nesting birds that occur within the trees planned for removal and nesting birds in the vicinity of the project site from construction-related noise and vibrational disturbances, if project construction occurs during the bird nesting season. b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations or by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service? No Impact. Sensitive natural communities include riparian habitat and other natural communities of special concern to resource agencies, areas protected under CEQA, or areas otherwise protected under local regulations and policies. Buffalo Creek and its associated riparian habitat is considered a sensitive natural community. While this feature is within the study area, it is not within the project footprint or within close enough proximity to the project footprint for it to be directly or indirectly impacted by construction activities. c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.) through direct removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or other means?
No Impact. Construction of the two billboards would occur within the fence-line of the former mini-golf course.

Buffalo Creek bisects the westernmost section of the parcel; however, project activities would not extend past the existing fence-line of the former mini-golf course, building, and associated parking lot. There are no wetland features within this fenced urban area, and thus, the project would not have a substantial adverse effect on federally protected wetlands.
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?
No Impact. No established migratory routes for native species occur on the project site. The project site is on a small, already developed parcel that is surrounded by US 50, Folsom Boulevard, and the Folsom South Canal, which inhibit movement of mammals, amphibians, and reptiles from nearby habitat to any potential low-quality habitat on site. The adjacent Buffalo Creek may serve as a movement corridor for common, urban-adapted, species, and waterfowl and wading birds. However, the proposed project does not propose activities within or along the banks of Buffalo Creek. Furthermore, noise and visual disturbances from temporary construction are not expected to rise above levels of existing urban disturbances along the Buffalo Creek corridor in the proposed ITEM 19.1.

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Environmental Checklist-Biological Resources 3.4-8 City of Rancho Cordova project vicinity. Therefore, implementation of the proposed project would not interfere with the movement of any native species, within established migratory corridors or within 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?
Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated. Of the 90 protected trees identified within the project site, project activities would result in the removal of 27 of these trees. Construction could also encroach into the root zone of up to 6 protected trees. Since there is no suitable location to replace trees on-site and there is no designated off-site location, the tree replacement plan will follow the guidelines in Chapter 19.12. 110.C.2 of the City of Rancho Cordova Municipal Code, which requires payment of an in-lieu fee when direct replacement is not feasible. For calculation of the replacement ratio, Chapter 19.12.110.D defines the ratio for which protected trees that are removed should be replaced using the following ratios: a tree in a 15-gallon container or smaller equals one-inch measured as diameter at standard height; a tree in a 24-inch box equals two-inch diameter at standard height; a tree in a 36-inch box or larger equals three-inch diameter at standard height. The contribution toward the in-lieu fund held by the Sacramento Tree Foundation or another acceptable in-lieu fund proposed by the City will be determined after permit approval.

Construction may encroach into the root zone of other protected trees, which could adversely affect the health of these trees, resulting in a potentially significant impact.

Mitigation Measure BIO-2 Protection of Trees During Construction The following measures shall be implemented prior to and during construction to ensure the health of trees that will be preserved:
• An International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)-certified arborist, their designee, or the contractor with oversight from an arborist shall install tree protection fencing around all trees with canopies within 20 feet of construction areas. Tree protection fencing shall be installed prior to any clearing, grubbing, trenching, grading, or land disturbances. The fencing shall be installed around the dripline of the canopy. The fencing shall be temporary, readily visible, and a minimum of 4 feet high and constructed of chain link, orange plastic mesh fence, or a similar material with stationary posts at approximately 10-foot intervals. The fencing shall effectively keep the canopy and trunk of the tree clear from direct contact and damage by foot traffic, equipment, materials, and other disturbances, as well as preserve the roots and soil in an intact and non-compacted state. • During trenching or digging activities, any roots greater than 2 inches in diameter shall be trimmed using ISA root pruning standards as described in American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Standard A300 (Part 8) to prevent disease and decay from entering the tree. This protocol requires that the root be cut cleanly where the root stops shredding using a sharp tool (hand saw, sharp hand pruner, or sawzall). The root shall be cut perpendicular to growth, not at an angle like cut flowers.

Additionally, any roots encountered that are greater than 4 inches in diameter are potentially structural to the tree and shall not be impacted without consultation with an arborist for guidance on minimizing damage to the root.
• All large equipment such as cranes, excavators, backhoes, or trucks that are used to complete project activities shall remain on existing paved surfaces wherever possible and shall remain outside of the ITEM 19.1.

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City of Rancho Cordova 3.4-9 Environmental Checklist-Biological Resources fenced tree protection areas. All stockpiles of material shall be staged in a designated area located at least 5 feet outside of any tree canopy; this designated area shall be identified and communicated to all on site personnel prior to the start of construction. Equipment shall not be allowed to operate west of the line of the existing fence.
• Tarps or plastic shall be placed underneath the concrete truck or mixing location to prevent spilling of liquid onto a permeable surface, which could alter the pH of soil, harm vegetation or trees, or impact water quality of the water table. A spill kit shall be kept on site to properly manage the spilling or leaking of fluids on any type of surface within the project area. • Although tree pruning is not anticipated, if it is required for any reason, it shall be carried out in compliance with the ISA Tree-Pruning Guidelines and ANSI Standard A300 (Part 1). Any pruning that is greater than 10% of a tree’s canopy or limbs greater than 2 inches in diameter is considered major pruning, and an arborist shall be contacted prior to any work being completed for recommended practices to minimize pruning impacts. Construction personnel shall report unanticipated damage to trees from construction activities to the arborist or permit contact immediately.
• Before equipment staging or construction, an arborist or their designee shall inform all construction personnel on site of the tree protection measures in this document and shall provide a pamphlet to the construction manager summarizing the tree protection plan and general provisions specific to this project. The construction manager shall retain the pamphlet on site. Crew personnel shall be reminded to not stage equipment, drive equipment, or stockpile materials under any tree’s canopy on the project site because not all protected trees on site are subject to the tree protection fencing. At the time of the training, an arborist or their designee will also check that all the tree protection fencing is in place prior to any clearing, grubbing, trenching, grading, or land disturbances.

SIGNIFICANCE AFTER MITIGATION
Implementation of Mitigation Measure BIO-2 would reduce the potentially significant impact on protected trees to a less-than-significant level because prior to construction, extensive steps would be taken to avoid unnecessary encroachment to the root zone and minimize any necessary encroachment. 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? Less-than-Significant. The SSHCP final Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement (Sacramento County 2018b) includes general and covered species-specific avoidance and minimization measures for covered activities. General Measure Stream-2 requires a 100-foot stream setback from Buffalo Creek (measured from the top of bank) for all covered activities within the UDA where a creek or stream is within the project footprint. The project proposes to install two billboards, both to be installed placed greater than 600 feet east of Buffalo Creek. The project does not propose development within 100 feet of Buffalo Creek.

Implementation of the proposed project is not expected to further degrade conditions along Buffalo Creek with respect to the setback, as compared to existing conditions. All other avoidance, minimization and mitigation measures for covered species described in the draft SSHCP are consistent with the proposed project and Mitigation Measure BIO-1. Therefore, implementation of the proposed project would have a less-than- significant impact related to consistency with the provisions of the SSHCP.

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