HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 22RESOLUTION NO. 22
A RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
OF THE CITY OF AZUSA CERTIFYING THE FINAL
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE FIRST
AMENDMENT TO THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR
THE AZUSA CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT REDEV-
ELOPMENT PROJECT; MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS
WITH RESPECT TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
OF SAID FIRST AMENDMENT; AND AUTHORIZING
TRANSMITTAL CF SAID FINAL SUBSEQUENT ENVIRON-
MENTAL IMPACT REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF AZUSA
WHEREAS, a Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report for the
proposed First Amendment to the Azusa Central Business District Redevelop-
ment Project has heretofore been prepared and circulated for comment
pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), and
State and local regulations and guidelines adopted pursuant thereto; and
WHEREAS, a duly noticed joint public hearing was held on said Report
by the City of Azusa and the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Azusa on
June 18, 1979, at which time all persons were given an opportunity to be
heard; and
WHEREAS, a Final Subsequent Environmental Impact Report for said
proposed First Amendment has been prepared pursuant to said statute,
regulations and guidelines;
NOW, THEREFORE, the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Azusa does
hereby resolve as follows:
SECTION 1. The Redevelopment Agency hereby certifies that the Final
Subsequent Environmental Impact Report for the proposed First Amendment to
the Redevelopment Plan for.the Azusa Central Business District Redevelopment
Project has been prepared and completed in compliance with the California
Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (CEQA), and State and local regulations and
guidelines adopted pursuant thereto.
SECTION 2. The Redevelopment Agency hereby further certifies that
the information contained in the Final Subsequent Environmental Impact Report
for said First Amendment has been reviewed and considered by the members
of the Redevelopment Agency Board.
SECTION 3. The Redevelopment Agency hereby further finds and
determines as follows with respect to the adverse envixo nmental impacts
detailed .in said Report:
A. That the adverse environmental impacts of the proposed First
Amendment set forth in' said Report, .including any raised in comments
to the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report, have been
considered and recognized by the Redevelopment Agency.
B. That none of said adverse impacts will have a significant
effect, or result in a substantial, or potentially substantial,
adverse change in the environment.
C. That based upon the information contained .in said proposed
First Amendment and in the Final Subsequent Environmental
Impact Report, including but not limited to the information
contained in Section V. C. (pp. 13215), the Redevelopment Agency
hereby finds and determines that changes or alterations have
been required .in, or incorporated into, said First Amendment
whi ch mitigate or avoid each of the adverse environmental
impacts .identified in Section V. A (pp. 7-11) and Section V. B
(pp. 11-12) of said Report.
D. That as to the adverse environmental impacts of the Project
listed in said Section V. B of the Report which cannot be entirely
mitigated or avoided if the Plan .is .implemented, the Redevelopment
Agency hereby finds and determines that the specific economic,
social, financial, environmental and other considerations set
forth in said Report, including but not limited to those considera-
tions set forth in Section II. (pp 1 - 3), III. (pp. 3-4), VI. (p. 15),
VII. (p. 16) and IX. (p. 17), make .infeasible the mitigation
measures and project alternatives .identified .in said Report with
respect to each such adverse environmental impact which cannot
be entirely mitigated or avoided.
SECTION 4. The Redevelopment Agency hereby finds and determines
that said First Amendment will not have a significant effect or result in a
substantial, or potentially substantial, adverse change .in the environment.
SECTION 5. The Executive Director of the Redevelopment Agency .is
hereby authorized and directed to transmit a copy of the Final Subsequent
Environmental Impact Report for said First Amendment to the City Council
of the City of Azusa.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 18th day of June ,
1979.
AIRMAN
ATTEST:
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SECRETARY
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 22 was
duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Azusa held thereof on the 18th day of June, 1979,
by the following vote:
AYES: Directors:
NOES: Directors:
ABSENT: Directors
Decker, Fry, Moses, Solem
Cruz--
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Secretar
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DRAFT
SUBSEQUENT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
ON THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
AZUSA CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
April, 1979
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
AZUSA, CALIFORNIA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
I.
INTRODUCTION ---------------------------------------
1
II.
SUMMARY OF THE PROPOSED PLAN AMENDMENT -AND ITS
CONSEQUENCES ---------------------------------------
1
III.
DESCRIPTION OF'THE AMENDMENT TO THE -PLAN AND AREAS
PROPOSED TO BE ADDED TO THE PROJECT ----------------
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A. Location and Boundaries ------------------------
3
B. Objectives of the Proposed Plan Amendment ------
3
C. Characteristics of the Plan Amendment and the
Areas Proposed to be Added ---------------------
4
1. Plan Amendment --=--------------------------
4
2. Added Areas --------------------------------
4
IV.
DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING ---------------
4
A. Areas Proposed to be Added ---------------------
5
1. Land Use -----------------------------------
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2. Visual Appearance --------------------------
5
B.' Topography and Soils ---------------------------
5
C. Vegetation and Wildlife ------------------------
5
D. Seismic Hazards --------------------------------
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E. Water ------------------------------=-----------
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F. Solid and Liquid Waste Disposal ----------------
5
G. Traffic ----------------------------------------
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H. Noise-------------------------------------------
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I. Air Quality ------------------------------------
6
J. Energy -----------------------------------------
6
K. Related Projects -------------------------------
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V.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT --------------------------------
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A. Impacts from Construction of New Development ----
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B. Significant Environmental Effects Which Cannot
be Avoided --------------------------------------
11
C. Mitigation Measures -----------------------------
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VI.
-ALTERNATIVES TO THE -PROPOSED PLAN AMENDMENT ---------
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A. No Action ---------------------------------------
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B. Limitation of Project Size ----------------------
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C. Addition of Different Areas ---------------------
15
VII.
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOCAL SHORT-TERM USES OF
MAN'S ENVIRONMENT AND THE MAINTENANCE AND ENHANCE-
MENT OF LONG-TERM PRODUCTIVITY ----------------------
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VIII.
IRREVERSIBLE ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGES WHICH WOULD BE
INVOLVED IN THE PROPOSED ACTION SHOULD IT BE IMPLE-
MENTED----------------------------------------------
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IX.
THE GROWTH -INDUCING IMPACT OF THE PROPOSED ACTION ---
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X.
ORGANIZATIONS AND PERSONS CONSULTED -----------------
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A.. Preparation of this Report ------------
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B. Consultation Regarding Preparation of this Report
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XI.
LIST OF PARTIES TO WHOM DRAFT EIR SENT --------------
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EXHIBIT A - REDEVELOPMENT PLAN MAP
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DRAFT
SUBSEQUENT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
ON THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
AZUSA CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
r I. INTRODUCTION
An Environmental Impact Report for the Azusa Central Business
District Redevelopment Project (the "Project EIR") was previously
prepared in connection with the adoption of the Redevelopment Plan
for the Project by the City Council of the City of Azusa on Septem-
ber 18, 1978. The Redevelopment Agency of the City of Azusa pro-
poses to amendment the Plan. The purpose of this Subsequent EIR
is to consider new environmental impacts that may occur if the
Plan is amended as proposed that were not considered in the Pro-
ject EIR. The Project EIR is a public record on file with the
City of Azusa and the State Clearinghouse, and is incorporated by
reference in this document. An Initial Study was prepared in
March, 1979 to determine if the Plan Amendment would result in
additional significant effects on the environment not previously
considered in the Project EIR prepared for the Project. It was
found that the proposed amendment may have a significant effect
on the environment, and a Subsequent Environmental Impact Report
would be prepared. The decision was based upon Section 510 (1) of
the Agency Procedures which states in part that a Subsequent EIR
shall be prepared when it is shown that:
Substantial changes are proposed to be made to
the Plan which require major revisions of the
EIR, due to the involvement of new environ-
mental impacts not considered in the previous
EIR.
This Subsequent EIR is a part of the Report submitted by the
Agency to City Council on the proposed Amendment to the Redevelop-
ment Plan, pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section
33352. This document is an amendment to the Project EIR, and only
those portions of the Project EIR which require modification are
discussed here.
II. SUMMARY OF THE PROPOSED PLAN AMENDMENT AND ITS CONSEQUENCES
The proposed Plan Amendment will add seven new areas (shown
on the Project Area Map, Exhibit A) to the Project area, and will
authorize the Agency to issue mortgage revenue bonds to finance
residential construction. Five of the areas proposed to be added
are not contiguous with the original Project area. They are pre-
sently being developed with a total of 605 new dwelling units.
These areas are shown on Exhibit A as Areas 4-8.
7.
The dwelling units will be constructed even if the proposed Amend-
ment is not adopted. For each of the new developments, an envi-
ronmental assessment has been made in connection with approval by
the City of the development. For the new developments in proposed
Areas 4, 5, 7 and 8, Negative Declarations were prepared. For the
new development in proposed Area 6, an Environmental Impact Report
was prepared. Those documents are public records on file with
the City of Azusa, and are incorporated by reference in this Sub-
sequent EIR. However, the cumulative impact of the construction
of these new units has not been considered in the Project EIR.
The purpose for adding these areas to the Project area is
to permit the Agency to use its authority to issue mortgage revenue
bonds and to use the proceeds to make available permanent financing
at below market rate interest.
The Agency intends to structure the financing in a manner
that will permit the Agency to receive a portion of the difference
between the cost of Agency borrowing and the rate at which the
permanent financing is made available. Amounts received by the
Agency from this source will be used by the Agency 'for redevelop-
ment purposes within the original Project area, and to provide
assistance in connection with the development and/or rehabilitation
of low and moderate income housing both within and outside the Pro-
ject area. The activities to be carried out by the Agency using
such funds have been discussed in the previous EIR, and are not
considered in this Subsequent EIR. Prior to approving specific
implementation activities, the environmental impacts of those
activities will be considered. -
New Areas 9 and 10 are contiguous with the original Project
area. They are small areas proposed to be added to permit assem-
blage of two development sites. Area 9 is designated for commercial
use and Area 10 for residential use. The environmental impact of
such development were considered in the previous EIR; however, no
specific sites for such development were identified in that EIR.
Further consideration of the'impacts of each development will be
carried out.by the Agency at the time the Agency approves a specific
development plan, and not -in this Subsequent EIR.
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III. DESCRIPTION OF THE
A. Location and Boundaries
THE PLAN AND AREAS
The locations and boundaries of the areas proposed to be added
to the Project are shown on a map attached to this report as Exhibit
A. The map also shows the original project area. The areas pro-
posed to be added which are discussed in this Sbusequent EIR are
identified on the map as Areas 4-8. The sizes of the areas are as
follows:
Area 4 - 12.85 acres
Area 5 - 6.03 acres
Area 6 - 9.38 acres
Area 7 . - 6.86 acres
Area 8 - 3.33 acres
38.45 acres
B. Objectives of the Proposed Plan Amendment
'The objectives of the Plan Amendment with respect to Areas
4-8, as set forth in the Preliminary Plan adopted April 4, 1979 by
the Planning Commission are as follows:
1. To assist development of residential construc-
tion by financing such development in the added
areas in a way which will permit the purchase
of units by persons who would otherwise be ex-
cluded from the homeownership market.
2. To assist development and/or rehabilitation of
residences committed for occupancy by persons
and families of low and moderate incomes within
the Project area and eliminating blighted con-
ditions therein by using income accrued on such
loans in excess of the agency's debt service
requirements for such purposes.
3. To facilitate relocation of persons from the
existing project area by adding to the housing
stock and providing preference to displaced
persons to obtain loans.
4. To make below-market rate loans, thus making
housing available to moderate income, and.if
feasible low income, occupants.
5. To stimulate construction activity and in-
creasing employment.
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C. Characteristics of the Plan Amendment and the
Areas Proposed to be Added
1. Plan Amendment
Redevelopment as characterized in the Project EIR will not
take place in Areas 4-8. Those areas are not presently blighted.
In each area development is underway or in the final planning stages.
The principal Agency activities authorized in the proposed Amend-
ment to the Plan which will affect the added areas are issuance of
mortgage revenue bonds and making available below-market rate mort-
gage loans. The Agency will not provide public facilities or pub-
lic improvements in these areas.
However, the restrictions and controls provided for in the
Amended Plan will apply to the added areas.
Added Areas
The land use proposed in each of the areas considered in this
Subsequent EIR is residential, and is to be developed with 147
apartments for elderly and/or handicapped persons and families,
455 condominium dwelling units, and 3 single-family dwelling units.
The construction of these units is not directly or indirectly an
activity of the Agency. The construction was planned prior to
the adoption by the Planning Commission of the Preliminary Plan
for the proposed Plan Amendment. However, construction is pro -
ceeding concurrently with the consideration of the proposed Plan
Amendment, and adoption of the Plan Amendment is expected to
result in the inclusion of 605 additional dwelling units within
the Project area. The restrictions and controls of the Amended
Plan will apply to the added areas with respect to maintenance
use and possible further development.
IV. ' DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING
The description of the environmental setting contained in the
Project EIR will not be reiterated here --only those different or
additional circumstances which may apply will be described in this
section. Those items requiring change or modification resulting
from the proposed Plan Amendment include the following:
Land Use
Visual Appearance
Topography and Soils
Vegetation and Wildlife
Seismic Hazards
Hydrology and Ground Water
Water Storage, Distribution and Usage
Solid and Liquid Waste Disposal
Traffic
Noise
Air Quality
Energy
Related Projects
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A. Areas Proposed to be Added
1. Land Use
The areas proposed to be added are vacant except for new
residential construction underway. All of the land is privately
owned by 4 separate developers.
2. Visual Appearance
The views of the properties are of vacant parcels surrounded
by urban uses, primarily residential.
B. Topography and Soils
Areas 4, 5, 7 and 8 are located on the valley floor and are
primarily flat. Elevations in Area 6 range from 640 feet at Tenth
Street to 725 feet in the northernmost portions, and slopes range
from 0-5 percent in the south to over 30 percent along the bluff
which runs through the property.
Soils have been described in detail in the original EIR.
C. Vegetation and Wildlife
The five areas are vacant, highly disturbed areas surrounded
by urban uses. No unique rare or endangered species were encountered
during a walk -over of the sites. Species encountered and which have
probably frequented the site include common small birds, rodents and
introduced plants and weeds. A complete listing of plants and ani-
mals common to the Urban -Industrial Community is included in the
City's Conservation Element.
D. Seismic Hazards
Areas 4, 5, and 6 are located in close proximity to the
Duarte Fault, and Area 7 is within close proximity to the Lower
Duarte Fault. None of the five areas are located within the bound-
aries of seismic hazard management zones. Areas 4, 5, and 6 are
located within Hazard Zone II -B, Area 7 is located within Hazard
Zone II -A, and Area 8 is located within Hazard Zone III -B. Zones
II -A and II -B are identified as being subject �o ground ruption.
Hazards within Hazard Zone II -B are considerably less severe.
E. Water
The sites are vacant and use no water.
F. Solid and Liquid Waste Disposal
The sites presently generate no solid or liquid waste.
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G. Traffic
The streets and present traffic volumes in the vicinity of
the areas proposed to be added are:
Street
Location
Direction
Volume
Azusa Avenue
S.
of
Foothill Blvd.
Northbound
9000
Gladstone
W.
of
Azusa Avenue
Eastbound
4451
r Gladstone
E.
of
Azusa Avenue
Westbound
6163
Fifth Street
W.
of
Rockvale
Eastbound
2217
Fifth Street
E.
of
Rockvale
Westbound
2979
Eleventh Street
W.
of
Vernon
East & Westbound
1670
Vernon
N.
or
Ninth Street
North & westbound
3674
Sierra Madre
E.
of
Sunset
East & Westbound
2889
H. Noise
The primary noise generators for all five areas are highways
and streets. Of primary concerns is the noise generated by Azusa
Avenue on Area 7, and by Alosta Avenue on Area 8. The sound level
contour map of the Noise Element indicates that traffic along Azusa
and Alosta Avenues generates noise levels of up to 80 dBA, and that
70 dBA contours extend approximately 500 feet on each side of those
streets. The average ambient noise levels experienced in Areas 4,
5 and 6 are in the vicinity of 50 to 60 dBA.
I. Air Quality
The sites are vacant and generate no pollutants.
J. Energy
The sites are vacant and require no energy resources.
K.'- Rel-ated' Projects
The Project EIR (pp. 44-46) lists a total of 1824 dwelling
units outside the original Project area as underway or in the final
planning stages. Of these, items 1, 2, 6 and 12, containing 548
units -will be within the Project area if the proposed Plan Amend—
ment is adopted.
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V. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
The development taking place in the areas proposed to be
added to the Project area will occur even if the Plan Amendment
is not adopted. The City of Azusa has considered environmental
assessments for each of the developments, as referred to in Part
I. of this document. The cumulative impacts of the development
of the 605 units being constructed have not been considered in
the Project EIR or elsewhere and are therefore treated here.
A. Impacts from Construction of New Development
In addition to the impacts discussed in the Project EIR at
pages 49-59 the following direct impacts will result from new
construction:
Land Use: The direct impact to land use will be to
change the existing vacant parcels to residential
uses. By area, the residential densities will be
as follows:.
Area 4 -- 200 dwelling units; 15.6 dwelling units
The dwellings constructed in Area 8 will be multiple
family senior citizen units. The dwellings in the
other areas will be condominiums and a few single
family residences.
Visual Appearance: The impact of the proposed devel-
opment will be to alter the visual appearance from
vacant parcels to developed properties. The parcels
are surrounded by urbanized area which is predominantly
r,esidential. The properties, upon development, will
not obstruct views of surrounding properties.
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per acre
Area
5 --
96 dwelling units;
15.9 dwelling units
per acre
Area
6 --
56 dwelling units;
6.0 dwel'-ling°-units
per acre
Area
7 --
106 dwelling units;
15.5 dwelling units
per acre
Area
8 --
147 dwelling units;
44.1 dwelling units
per acre
The dwellings constructed in Area 8 will be multiple
family senior citizen units. The dwellings in the
other areas will be condominiums and a few single
family residences.
Visual Appearance: The impact of the proposed devel-
opment will be to alter the visual appearance from
vacant parcels to developed properties. The parcels
are surrounded by urbanized area which is predominantly
r,esidential. The properties, upon development, will
not obstruct views of surrounding properties.
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Topography and Soils: The primary impact will be
from grading associated with the new development
Given the relatively flat topography of Areas 4, 5,
7 and 8, grading will be minimal. Area 6 has more
rugged terrain requiring more intense grading. The
project will result in increased land coverage, esti-
mated to be approximately 508 (for streets, driveways,
house, etc.) for Areas 4, 5, 7 and 8. The net cover-
age of Area 6 is estimated to be approximately 308.
vegetation and Wildlife: The development will result in
removal of introduced vegetation and disturbance to
animal species currently on the sites. Upon completion
the sites will be landscaped and there will be a return
of the insects, rodents and birds.
Seismic Hazards: The development will result in exposure
of additional residential dwelling units to potential
hazards resulting from ground shaking. The 458 dwelling
units of Areas 4, 5, 6 and 7 are located within Hazard
Zone II and therefore in an area of higher potential
seismic hazaid.. The 147 senior citizen units in Area
8, located in Hazard Zone III, are less subject to seis-
mic hazard. None of the dwelling units will be located
on known or suspected faults.
Water: The development will result in additional ground
coverage from homes, streets, driveways and other paved
areas, thereby resulting in additional -storm water run-
off. Grading and construction activities will increase
the potential for erosion in the steeper portions of Area
6. It is expected that storm water flows can be contained
in streets and drainage structures. There will be no sig-
nificant impact on water quality.
There will be an increased demand for domestic water.
Based•upon-a typical Southern -California residence re-
quirement of 100 gallons per capita per day (gpcd)*,
and an average number of persons per household of 3.1,
the 605 dwelling units will require an additional
187,550 gpcd. Water supplies through the upper San
Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District are projected
to be adequate through 1990.
The existing drained lake in Area 6 will be retained and
filled, and incorporated into the design of that devel-
opment.
* State of California Department of Water Resources, "Bulletin
No. 198", May, 1976.
Solid and Liquid Waste: Increased solid and liquid
wastes will result. Increased solid wastes can be
accommodated by the commercial systems which collect
it, and by the landfills operated by the Los Angeles
County Sanitation District. The sewage effluent can
be handled by the City's existing sewer system which
has adequate surplus capacity.
Traffic: The development will result in increased
daily traffic. Using an average of 10 vehicle trips
per day (ADT) the single family units will generate
an ADT of 4580. The senior citizen units are ex-
pected to generate 5 trips per unit per day for a total
ADT of 735. The streets impacted by the additional
traffic will be Azusa's local streets, particularly
Azusa Avenue, Gladstone, Fifth Street, Eleventh Street,
'Vernon and Sierra Madre. Those streets are adequate
to handle the additional generated ADT's.
Noise: Indirectly, the proposed development will con-
tribute to increased noise levels within the surrounding
area due to the increase in traffic. On-site noise
levels will increase due to urban -related sources such
as lawnmowers, appliances and children playing. Areas
7 and 8 will be subject to highway -related high noise
levels associated respectively with Alosta and Azusa
Avenues.
There will be a temporary increase'in on-site noise
during the construction phase generated by heavy
equipment.
Air Quality and Energy: The development would con-
tribute to the major pollutants already being generated
in the South Coast Air Basin. These pollutants would
be derived from emissions directly generated from the
operation of the completed development, as well as
emissions produced elsewhere in the South Coast Air
Basin from facilities providing needed services to the
development.
Electric consumption is projected to be an annual KWH
of 2,783,866 for the single family and 271,656 for the
senior citizen units, for a total annual KWH of
3,055,522. Natural gas consumption is projected to
be 50,151,000 cu. ft. per year for the single family
and 8,520,120 cu. ft. per year for the senior citizen
units, for a total -yearly consumption of 58,671,120
cu ft.*
* Source of all computations relative to energy usage and pollu-
tion generation is the Air Quality Handbook for Environmental
Impact Reports, South Coast Air Quality Management District,
February, 1977.
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Emissions derived from oil -fired electrical power
generation elsewhere in the South Coast Air Basin
resulting from the proposed development are:
Carbon Monoxide
1.7 pounds
per
day
Nitrogen Oxides
19.3 pounds
per
day
Sulfur Oxides
44.4 pounds
per
day
Particulates
3.4 pounds
per
day
Hydrocarbons
1.5 pounds
per.
day
Total emissions derived
from natural
gas use are:
Carbon Monoxide
negligible
Nitrogen Oxides
18.6 pounds
per
day
Sulfur Oxides
negligible
Particulates
2.9 pounds
per
day
Hydrocarbons
negligible
Emissions generated directly from a total daily pro-
jected ADT of 5318 using 1979 emission factors are:
Carbon Monoxide
1090
poinds
per
day
Nitrogen Oxides
126
pounds
per
day
Sulfur Oxides
5
pounds
per
day
Particulates
16
pounds
per
day
Hydrocarbons
82
pounds
per
day*
The net total percentage increased in.daily emissions
within the South Coast Air Basin Are: -
Carbon Monixide
000078
Nitrogen Oxides
.00006%
Sulfur Oxides
.000048
Particulates
.00004%
Hydrocarbons
.000028**
The pollutants'generated represent a small portion of
the total Basin Emissions. However, the development
will contribute to•the further degeneration of the air
quality in the region.
Population_: The population of the City of Azusa was
estimated at 26,000, in June 1978, according to the
Project EIR (p. 11), and the projected population by
-1990 was estimated at 29,300, an increase of 3300, or
18 per year. If the new development attracts resi-
* The projected emission of hydrocarbons can probably be reduced.
The figure shown was based on average work -home and local dis-
tances -for Southern California. However, for senior citizens
units, distances are likely to be shorter than projected.
** Based upon total South Coast Basin emissions for 1975.
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dents primarily from outside the area, and is built
over a 2 year period, the potential rate of increase
in the population would increase dramatically. The
new dwelling units are projected to be occupied by a
total of about 1800 individuals.
Schools: The new development will generate approximately 505
additional pupils (grades K through 12). However, due to de-
clining enrollment experienced by the Azusa Unified School
District in recent years, the schools serving the areas being
developed have excess capacity. The additional pupils gene-
rated by area are:
Area
4 -
- 220
Area
5 -
- 106
Area
6 -
- 62
Area
7 -
- 117
Area
8 -
- 0
The schools serving the areas and their capacities are:
Area:
School Dame
Enrollment
Capacity
4&5
Hodge Elementary
472
600
Slauson Jr. High
603
780
Azusa High School
1,427
2,200
6
Dalton Elementary
358
420
Foothill Jr. High
454
1,020
Azusa High
1,427
2,200
7
Lee Elementary
590
660
Foothill Jr. High
454
1,020
Azusa High
1,427
2,200
In addition.to the impacts resulting -from new construction,
there will be impacts that result if the Plan Amendment is adopted
and Areas 4-8 are added to the Project area. The addition of Areas
4-8 will provide income to the Agency which it will use to imple-
ment the Amended Plan. The availability of below-market rate mort-
gate financing is expected to reduce the cost of occupancy of the
new residential units, making available lower-priced housing
opportunities than would -otherwise be available.
B. Siqnificant
tal Effects Which
The following environmental effects cannot be entirely avoided
or eliminated if the developments are completed:
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1. A temporary increase in dust,.fumes and noise
levels during periods of construction.
2. A loss of 38.45 acres of open space.
3. An increase in traffic on City streets.
4. An increase in ambient noise levels both on-
site and off-site associated with increased
traffic.
5. An increase in air pollution, sewage
effluent and solid waste.
6. Elimination and/or modification of introduced
vegetation.
7. Modification of natural terrain (in Area 6)
due to grading and site preparation.
B. An increased demand for public services and
facilities.
9. An alteration of the visual appearance of the
sites from vacant to urban scenes
10. A temporary removal of wildlife.
11. An increased storm water run-off•a:s a result
of increased ground coverage.
12. An increase in'energy consumption for space
heating, lighting and appliance use.
If the Plan is amended, it will result in the commitment of
funds and personnel to implement the policies of the amended Plan
in the added areas, to administer the Agency borrowing and mortgage
loan programs, and to administer the Plan implementation activities
funded by Agency income from the mortgage program.
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Mitigation Measures to Minimize Significant Effects
Grading: Grading on Area 6 is being kept to a min-
imum. The site has the lowest density of the five
areas in order to preserve natural topography as much
as possible.
All on-site grading will be performed to the require-
ments of the Azusa Building Code. Grading Plans will
be submitted and approved by the City prior to commence-
ment with proper engineering controls. Landscaping
will be provided on the sloping areas to improve ap-
pearance and control erosion.
Archaeologic and paleontologic sites, if found during
grading operations, will be investigated by qualified
individuals, and if necessary catalogued and removed.
Visual Appearance: Landscaping upon completion of
construction will soften the impact. Landscaping
and architecture will be in keeping with surrounding
residential development.
Topography and Soils: Engineering and construction
controls consistent with the requirements of the City
Engineer, and landscaping of slopes will be used to
control erosion.
Vegetation and Wildlife: New landscaping will replace
the existing plants at the completion of the construc-
tion. Natural vegetative habitat will not be removed.
Environmental design with regard to revegetation will
be in the form of normal landscaping associated with
residential development. A variety of trees, -shrubs,
lawns and grown covers, which offer visual relief and
will provide a habitat-for-birds:and other wildlife.
Seismic Hazards: The dwelling units will be constructed
in accordance -with provisions of the Uniform Building
Code which governs construction relative to seismic
movement.
Hydrology and Ground Water: Erosion, particularly in
Area 6, will be controlled by the planting of ground
cover. All drainage structures will be provided and
built according to the engineering requirements of the
City.
Water Storage, Distribution and Usage: Measures to
mitigate resident demand for water supplies could
include:
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Mitigation Measures to Minimize Significant Effects
Grading: Grading on Area 6 is being kept to a min-
imum. The site has the lowest density of the five
areas in order to preserve natural topography as much
as possible.
All on-site grading will be performed to the require-
ments of the Azusa Building Code. Grading Plans will
be submitted and approved by the City prior to commence-
ment with proper engineering controls. Landscaping
will be provided on the sloping areas to improve ap-
pearance and control erosion.
Archaeologic and paleontologic sites, if found during
grading operations, will be investigated by qualified
individuals, and if necessary catalogued and removed.
Visual Appearance: Landscaping upon completion of
construction will soften the impact. Landscaping
and architecture will be in keeping with surrounding
residential development.
Topography and Soils: Engineering and construction
controls consistent with the requirements of the City
Engineer, and landscaping of slopes will be used to
control erosion.
Vegetation and Wildlife: New landscaping will replace
the existing plants at the completion of the construc-
tion. Natural vegetative habitat will not be removed.
Environmental design with regard to revegetation will
be in the form of normal landscaping associated with
residential development. A variety of trees, -shrubs,
lawns and grown covers, which offer visual relief and
will provide a habitat-for-birds:and other wildlife.
Seismic Hazards: The dwelling units will be constructed
in accordance -with provisions of the Uniform Building
Code which governs construction relative to seismic
movement.
Hydrology and Ground Water: Erosion, particularly in
Area 6, will be controlled by the planting of ground
cover. All drainage structures will be provided and
built according to the engineering requirements of the
City.
Water Storage, Distribution and Usage: Measures to
mitigate resident demand for water supplies could
include:
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1. Water restrictive shower heads.
2. water saving toilets.
3. Use of drought tolerant species in land-
scaping that do not require much irriga-
tion.
4-. Use of tension meters in landscaped areas
that measure the moisture content of the
soil and release water accordingly.
5. Use of drip irrigation systems.
Traffic: Interior local streets will be built to the
requirements of the City. Potential mitigation meas-
ures which may be feasible on arterial streets are
widenings, provision of traffic signals and sequencing.
The new developments will provide adequate off-street
parking as required by the Azusa Municipal Code.
Noise: Enforcement of development controls to insure
that the development will conform to applicable state
and local ordinances and provisions of the Azusa Noise
Element. Noise beffles, berms, barrier walls and land-
scaping will be utilized to lower ambient noise levels
to acceptable levels. Construction materials and
techniques will be used to lower inside ambient'noise
levels to acceptable levels.
During construction work will be permitted only during
dayligkit hours.
Air Quality and Energy: Measures to reduce gas and
electrical use, and therefore lower emissions, include
use of solar energy for space and water heating, land-
scaping to shield the effects of the sun's rays, use. ---
of fuel-efficient lighting systems, orientation of
buildings and 'glass areas, use of insulation in excess
of requirements of the Uniform Building Code, and
glazing of glass areas to shield the sun's rays.
Public Services: The following measures should help
in reducing the demand for natural gas and electricity:
1. Weather stripping on doors.
2. Wall and ceiling insulation.
3. Thermostats on heating units.
4. Limitation of glass window areas to 20
percent of the gross floor area.
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5. Double glaze windows.
6. Attic vents controlled by thermostats.
7. Water heater blankets.
8. Low watt fluorescent lights.
9. Light demand switches.
r In order to achieve the "Acceptable Level of Risk" in
regard to fire protection it will be necessary to pro-
vide fire hydrants, water pressure, and use of fire
resistive construction materials to the requirements
of the City Fire Department and the Uniform Building
Code.
VI_ ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED PLAN AMENDMENT
A. No Action
The alternative of no action will not prevent development in
the areas proposed to be added; the construction will be completed
in any event. However, no action would prevent the Agency from
making.available below-market rate financing or from acquiring
the income which would accrue if the Plan is amended as proposed.
B. Limitation of Project Size
If the Plan Amendment were modified to reduce the total
area proposed to be added, the environmental impacts of the new
construction would not be affected. However, the amount of low-
cost financing, and the income available to the Agency, would be
diminished.
C. Addition of Different Areas
A Plan could be developed which would provide for the addi-
tion of areas instead of or in addition to the areas proposed to
be added. If areas were added without new residential development.,
there would be no way to reduce housing occupancy cost or to pro-
vide funds for the Agency to carry out implementation activities.
other areas for which residential development is planned may be
included at a later date by further amendment to the Plan.
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VII. THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOCAL SHORT-TERM USES
OF MAN'S ENVIRONMENT AND THE MAINTENANCE AND
ENHANCEMENT OF LONG -TER•; PRODUCTIVITY
In the short term, the results of construction activity will
include noise, dust, consumption of building materials and energy,
and disturbance or loss of plants and animals. Over the life of
the development, resources, energy and services will be consumed
to a greater extent than would otherwise occur. Additional waste
and pollution will be generated.
These impacts will be substantially offset by the benefits of
providing a large number of dwelling units. These will be available
to persons displaced by redevelopment of the original Project area,
as well as to persons within the City of Azusa and to persons moving
to Asuza from outside the community.
The growth of new housing in -Azusa is more rapid than was
foreseen in the Land Use Element .of the General Plan. Available
data indicate that the new development considered in detail in
this document will not create a demand for energy and services in
excess of the available resources. However, if growth continues
at such a rapid rate, those resources may be strained or exhausted
earlier than previously forecast.
The effect of low-cost financing may be to maximize growth.
The costs of growth in terms of additional facilities and services
needed must be considered; however, the growth will benefit the local
economy by stimulating business activity.
The revenue which becomes available
mortgage financing program provided for
used to rehabilitate existing housing.
materials and energy, and because it is
employment opportunities.
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to the Agency through the
in the Amended Plan may be.
Rehabilitation conserves
labor-intensive; provides
VIII. IRREVERS *E ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGES 1M
IN THE PROPOSED ACTION SHOULD IT BE I1
If the new development is completed, the following irreversible
environmental changes would be involved:
1. Irretrievable loss of open space.
2. Irreversible alteration of existing landform with
resultant alteration to wildlife and vegetation.
3. Irreversible consumption of natural resources for
.. construction materials, water, and energy resources.
4. Expenditure of money and manpower for development and
maintenance of the dwelling units.
5. Elimination of the possibility of developing the areas
for other purposes.
IX. THE GROWTH -INDUCING IMPACT OF THE PROPOSED ACTION
The new development may result in an increase in population
of approximately 1876. The availability of low-cost mortgage
financing may enhance the growth -inducing impact. It should be
noted, however, that such growth does not provide for a greater
total population than would be possible under the City's General
Plan. -The addition of new dwelling units on the previously vacant
sites will help to broaden the tax base, thereby improving both
municipal and school district revenues. and _mak•ng possible the
provision of needed services.
X. ORGANIZATIONS AND PERSONS
A. Preparation of this Report
The Subsequent Environmental Impact Report for the First
Amendment to the Azusa Central Business District Redevelopment
Project was prepared by the Redevelopment Agency of the City of
Azusa.
B. Consultation Regarding Preparation of this Report
The following persons and sources were consulted in preparation
of this Report:
1. Urban Futures, Inc.
Santa Ana, California
2. Law Offices of Jacobs, Weiser, Kane, Ballmer & Berkman
Los Angeles, California
3. Ralph Fitzsimmons
Planning•Director, City of Azusa
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" 4. General'Pan and Environmental Impact Report of the City
of Azusa.
5. Environmental Impact Report of the Azusa Central Business
District Redevelopment Plan.
6. Donald Asquith
Envicom Corporation, Sherman Oaks, California
7. Michael Wells
Director of Public Works, City of Azusa
B. Environmental Impact Report for Rainbow Angling Lake Village
(Area 6)
9. Environmental assessments for Areas 4, 5, 7".and 8. -
XI. LIST OF PARTIES TO WHOM DRAFT EIR SENT
Attached is a list of parties to whom the Draft Subsequent
EIR was 'sent.
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LIST OF PARTS TO WHOM THE DRAFT SUBSEQUENT ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AZUSA
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT WAS SENT
April 1979
Partv Comment and Whether Responded to
LOS ANGELES COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS -
383 Hall of Administration
-500 West Temple
Los Angeles, California 90012
LOS ANGELES COUNTY BOARD OF
EDUCATION
9300 East Imperial Highway
Room 109
-Downey, California 9024i -
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Azusa Unified School District.
546 South Citrus Avenue
Azusa, California 91702
Attention: William M. Purdy
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Citrus Community College
District
18824 East Foothill Boulevard
Azusa, California 91702
Attention: Dr. Mel Ross '
LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD
CONTROL DISTRICT
2250 Alcazar Street, Room 206
Los Angeles, California 90033
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION
DISTRICT NO_ 22
1955 Workman Mill Road
Whittier, California. 90601
Atten: Max Augustus
Head, Planning and
Research Section
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Part
• Comment and
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
San Gabriel Valley
Municipal Water District
5 South Stoneman
Alhambra, California 91802
Attention: Ernest Lee
LOS ANGELES COUNTY ENGINEER
108 Fest 2nd Street
Los Angeles, California 90012
LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT
OF REGIONAL PLANNING
320 West. Temple Street .
Los Angeles, California 90012
Attention: Forrest D. Key
WITH COPIES OF PRELIMINARY
PLAN AND PROPOSED REDEVELOP-
MENT PLAN
GOVERNORS OFFICE OF'PLANNING
AND RESEARCH
1400 -10th Street, Room 121
Sacramentor California 95814
GEDERAL GRANT APPLICATION FORM
20 Copies for State Agency
Circulation
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION
OF GOVERNMENTS
600 South Commonwealth, Suite 1000
Los Angeles, California 90005
FEDERAL GRANT APPLICATION FORM
SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY
MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
9420 Telstar Avenue
E1 Monte, California 91731
Whether Responded to
Comment and Whether Responded to
Party
PUBLIC UTILITIES C01-U-,ISSION
OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
California State Building
107 South Broadway
Los Angeles, California 90012
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT
OF FORESTRY
150 South Los Robles Avenue
Pasadena, California 91101
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS
120 South Spring Street
Los Angeles, California
GENERAL TELEPHONE
COMPANY
298 Fashion Plaza
West Covina, California
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS
COMPANY
132 East College Street
Covina, California 91723
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON
COMPANY
235 East Badillo Street
Covina, California 91723
AZUSA VALLEY WATER COMPANY
617 North Azusa Avenue
Azusa; California 91702
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Party
Co:::r,en and
t•:hether Responded to
City of Azusa:
Light and Water Dept.
Planning Department
Engineering/Public Works
Department
Police Department
Fire Department
Park and Recreation Dept.
AZUSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
c/o Edwin Williams, President
1008 N. Pasadena Avenue
Azusa, California 91702 -
AZUSA CITY LIBRARY
729 N. Dalton Avenue
Azusa', California 91702
FOR PUBLIC DISPLAY
AZUSA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
213 Foothill Boulevard
Azusa, California 91702
City of Duarte
1634 Third Street
Duarte, California 91010
City of Irwindale
5050 North Irwindale Avenue
Irwindale, California
City of Covina
125 East College Street
Covina, California 91723
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Party____
City of Glendora
City Hall
Glendora, California 91740
AZUSA CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT. -AREA
COMMITTEE
ONE COPY TO EACH MEMBER
AZUSA CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
ONE COPY TO EACH COMMISSIONER
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