HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEPA E96-0018 - HIGHLINE SCHOOL DISTRICT - CAPITAL FACILITIES PLANHIGHLINE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
CAPITAL FACILITIES PLAN
IMPROVEMENT &
EXPANSION OF SCHOOL
DISTRICT FACILITIES
OVER 10 YEARS
E96-0018
City of Tukwila John W. Rants, Mayor
Department of Community Development Steve Lancaster, Director
June 7, 1996
Alan J. Schmidt
Highline School District No. 401
18367 8th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98148
RE: Highline School District Capital Facilities Plan
Dear Mr. Schmidt,
Based on our conversation of June 6, 1996 I understand that the Highline School District
has no plans to expand or construct facilities within the City of Tukwila and therefore no
school impact fees will be assessed within the City. If this is the case Tukwila has no
comments on the determination of non -significance for the Capital Facilities Plan.
Sinceely,
Nora Gierloff
Assistant Planner
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Suite #100 • Tukwila, Washington 98188 • (206) 431-3670 • Fax (206) 431-3665
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FORM FOR (PROPOSED/FINAL) DECLARATION
OF (SIGNIFICANCE/NON-SIGNIFICANCE)
Description of proposal Capital Facilities Plan
Proponent Highline School District No. 401. Facilities Department
Location of Proposal
Lead Agency Highline School District No. 401
This proposal has been determined to (have/not have a significant adverse impact upon the
environment. An EIS (is/is not) required under RCW 43.21C 030(2)(c). This decision was
made after review by the lead agency of a completed environmental checklist and other
information on file with the lead agency. The information is available to the public on request.
There is no comment period for this DNS.
x This DNS is issued under 197-11-340(2); the lead agency_will-not ,act on this proposal
for 15 days from the date below. Comment_ ust besub pitted by._ June 1, 3_ 1996
Responsible Official Alan J. Schmidt
Position/Title Director, Facilities. Maint. & Operations Phone 433-2252
Address 18367 8th Ave, So.. Seattle, WA 98148
Date Signature
❑ You may appeal this determination to (Name): Alan J. Schmidt
at (Location): HSD #401, 18367 8th Ave. So.,, Seattle, WA 98148
no later than (date): June 13, 1996
by (method): Written comments
You should be prepared to make specific factual objections.
Contact Alan J. Schmidt to read or ask about the procedures for SEPA appeals.
0 There is no agency appeal.
ECM I\fED
MAY 2 8 1996
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
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I. BACKGROUND
A. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Highline Public Schools Capital Facilities Plan (The "Plan".)
B. Name, address and telephone number of property owner(s):
Highline Public Schools
District No. 401
C. Name, address and telephone number of representative(s)
(contractor, architect, etc.):
Highline Public Schools
Facilities Department
18367 8th Ave. So.
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 433-2501
Attn: Gary J. Frentress
D. Date checklist prepared:
May 22, 1996
E. Agency requesting checklist:
King County Department of Development & Environmental Services
F. Proposed timing and schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
The "Plan" is a long term, non -project action which will guide
the District in its activities to provide classrooms and other facilities
beyond the year 2000.
G. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or
further activity related to or connected with this proposal:
If yes, explain.
The plan is a long term, non -project action which will guide the
District in its activities to provide classrooms and other facilities
beyond the year 2000.
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H. List any environmental information you know about
that has been prepared, or will be prepared,
directly related to this proposal.
None. The "Plan" is a non -project action with no direct impact
on the environment. Specific projects which may arise from the
"Plan" will undergo environmental review on a project -by -project
basis.
Do you know whether applications are pending for
governmental approvals of other proposals directly
affecting the property covered by your proposal:
If yes, explain.
None
J. List any government approvals or permits that will
be needed for your proposal, if known.
The "Plan" will need to be adopted as a part of the Comprehensive
Plans for the following jurisdictions:
King County
Cities of:
Kent
Des Moines
SeaTac
Normandy Park
Tukwila
Burien
Specific projects that may arise from the "Plan" will be subject to
review and permitting by any of the above jurisdictions.
K. Give a brief, complete description of your
proposal, including the proposed uses and the size
of the project and site. (There are several
questions later in this checklist which ask you to
describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do
not need to repeat those answers on this page.)
The "Plan" is a non -project action for the purpose of guiding the
improvement and/or expansion of school district facilities over a
period of approximately 10 years. It establishes a proposed time-
line for a series of projects, estimates of required financing and
sources of funding.
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L. Location of the proposal including street address
(if any) and legal description (including section,
township and range). Give sufficient information
for a person to understand the precise location of
your proposed project. If a proposal would occur
over a range of area, provide the range or
boundaries of the site(s). (You are not required
to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with
any permit applications related to this checklist).
The "Plan" lists proposed projects throughout the school
district's service areas.
II. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
A. EARTH
1. General description of the site (circle one):
flat; rolling hilly; steep slopes;
mountainous; other (explain):
Not applicable for a non -project action. Topography
will be detailed for specific projects which may result
from the "Plan."
2. What is the steepest slope on the site
(approximate percent slope)?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Slopes will be
detailed for specific projects which may result from the
"Plan."
3. What general types of soils are found on the
site? (For example: clay; sand; gravel;
peat; muck.)
Not applicable for a non -project action. Soils will be
detailed for specific projects which may result from the
"Plan."
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4. Are there surface indications or history of
unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If
so, describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Soil stability will be
detailed for specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
5. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate
quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Grading and filling
will be detailed for specific projects which may result
from the "Plan."
6. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing,
construction, or use? if so, generally
describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Erosion concerns
will be detailed for specific projects which may result
from the "Plan."
7. About what percent of the site will be
covered with impervious surfaces after
project construction (for example: asphalt
or buildings?)
Not applicable for a non -project action. impervious surfaces
will be detailed for specific projects which may result from
the "Plan."
8. Proposed measures to reduce or control
erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if
any?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Mitigation measures
to alleviate any impacts to the earth will be detailed for
specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
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AIR
1. What type of emissions to the air would
result from the proposal (i.e. dust,
automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke)
during construction, and when the project is
completed? If any, generally describe and
give approximate quantities, if known.
Not applicable for a non -project action. On-site emissions
will be detailed for specific projects which may result from
the "Plan."
2. Are there any off-site sources of emissions
or odor that may effect your proposal? If
so, generally describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Off-site emissions will
be detailed for specific projects which may result from the
"Plan."
3 Proposed measure to reduce or control
emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. Mitigation measures
for any emissions will be detailed for specific projects which
may result from the "Plan."
C. WATER
1. Surface:
a. Is there any surface water body on or
in the immediate vicinity of the site
(including year-round and seasonal
streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds,
wetlands)? If yes, describe type and
provide names. If appropriate, state
what stream or river it flows into.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Surface
water bodies will be detailed for specific projects
which may result from the "Plan."
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b. Will the project require any work over,
in or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the
described waters? If yes, please
describe and attach available plans.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Surface
water proximity will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
c. Estimate the amount of fill and dredge
material that would be placed in or
removed from surface of water or
wetlands, and indicate the area of the
site that would be affected. Indicate
the source of fill material.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Filling and/or
dredging in proximity to surface water will be detailed
for specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
d. Will the proposal require surface water
withdrawals or diversions? Give
general description, purpose and
approximate quantity, if known.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Withdrawal or
diversion of surface water will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
e. Does the proposal lie within any 100 -
year flood plain? If so, note location
on the site plan.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Issues related
to 100 year floodplain will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
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f Does the proposal involve any
discharges of waste material to surface
waters? If so, describe the type of
waste and anticipated volume of
discharge.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Discharge of
waste materials to surface waters will be detailed for
specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
2. Ground:
a. Will ground water be withdrawn, or will
water be discharged to ground water?
Give general description, purpose and
approximate quantities, if known.
Not applicable for a non -project action. The
withdrawal or discharge to ground water will
detailed for specific projects which may result
from the "Plan."
Describe waste material that will be
discharged into the ground from septic
tanks or other sources. If any (for
example: domestic sewage; industrial,
containing the following chemicals....;
agricultural; etc.). Describe the
general size of the system, the number
of such systems, the number of houses
to be served (if applicable), or the
number of animals or humans the
system(s) are expected to serve.
Not applicable for a non -project. The discharge of
waste material to ground water will be detailed for
specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
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3. Water Runoff (including storm water):
a. Describe the source of runoff
(including storm water) and method of
collection and disposal, if any
(including quantities, if known).
Where will this water flow? Will this
water flow into other waters? If so,
describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Water runoff
will be detailed for specific projects which may result
from the "Plan."
Could waste materials enter ground or
surface waters? If so, generally
describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Waste
materials entering ground or surface water will
be detailed for specific projects which may result
from the "Plan."
4. Proposed measures to reduce or control
surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if
any.
Not applicable for a non -project action. The reduction or
control of water impacts will be detailed for specific projects
which may result from the "Plan."
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D. PLANTS
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1. Check or circle types of vegetation found on
the site:
deciduous tree:
alder, maple, aspen,
other
evergreen tree:
fir, cedar, pine,
other
shrubs
grass
pasture
crop or grain
wet soil plants:
cattail, buttercup,
bulrush, skunk
cabbage, other
water plants:
water lily, eelgrass,
milfoil, other
other types of vegetation:
Not applicable for a non -project action. On-site vegetation
will be detailed for specific projects which may result from
the "Plan."
2. What kind and amount of vegetation will be
removed or altered?
Not applicable for a non -project action. The removal
or altering of vegetation will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
3 List threatened or endangered species known
to be on or near the site.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Threatened
or endangered plant species will be detailed for
specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
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4. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants,
or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. Landscaping,
preservation or enhancement of vegetation will be
detailed for specific projects which may result from the
"Plan."
ANIMALS/WILDLIFE
Circle any birds and animals that have been
observed on or near the site or are known to
be on or near the site:
birds: heron, eagle, songbirds,
other
mammals: deer, bear, elk, beavers,
other
fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring,
shellfish, other
Not applicable for a non -project action. The presence of birds
and animals will be detailed for specific projects which may
result from the "Plan."
List any threatened or endangered species
known to be on or near the site.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Threatened or
endangered bird and animal species will be detailed for
specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
Is the site part of a migrational route? If
so, explain.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Wildlife migration
routes will be detailed for specific projects which may
result from the "Plan."
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4. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance
wildlife, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. Preservation or
enhancement of wildlife will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
F. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES
1. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas,
oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet
the completed project's energy needs?
Describe whether it will be used for heating,
manufacturing, etc.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Energy usage will
be detailed for specific projects which may result from
the "Plan."
2. Would your project affect the potential use
of solar energy by adjacent properties? If
so, generally describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Affects on the
solar energy potential for adjacent properties will be
detailed for specific projects which may result from the
"Plan."
What kinds of energy conservation features
are included in the plans of this proposal?
List other proposed measures to reduce or
control energy impacts, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. Energy
conservation measures will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
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G. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
1. Are there any environmental health hazards,
including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk
of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous
waste, that could occur as a result of this
proposal? If so, describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Health
hazards will be detailed for specific projects which
may result from the "Plan."
a. Describe special emergency services
that night be required.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Any
needs for special emergency services will be
detailed 'for specific projects which may result
from the "Plan."
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control
environmental health hazards, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. The
reduction or control of health hazards will be
detailed for specific projects which may result
from the "Plan."
2. Noise
a. What types of noise exist in the area
which may affect your project (for
example, traffic, equipment,
operation, other)?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Ambient
noise will be detailed for specific projects which may
result from the "Plan."
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What types and levels of noise would be
created by or associated with the
project on a short-term or a long-term
basis (for example: traffic,
construction, operation, other)?
Indicate what hours noise would come
from the site?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Project
related noise will be detailed for specific projects
which may result from the "Plan."
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control
noise impacts, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. Noise
reduction or control will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
H. LAND AND SHORELINE USE
1. What is the current use of the site and
adjacent properties?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Current use of project
sites and adjacent properties will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
2. Has the site been used for agriculture? If
so, describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Agricultural usage
of a project site will be detailed for specific projects which may
result from the "Plan."
3. Describe any structures on the site.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Existing structures
on a project site will be detailed for specific projects which
may result from the "Plan."
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4. Will any structure be demolished? If so,
what.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Any demolition of
structures will be detailed for specific projects which may
result from the "Plan."
What is the current zoning classification of
the site?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Current zoning of
a project site will be detailed for specific projects which may
result from the "Plan."
6. What is the current Comprehensive Plan
designation of the site?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Current comprehensive
plan designation of a project site will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
7. If applicable, what is the current Shoreline
Master Program designation of the site?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Shoreline program
designation of a project site will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
8. Has any part of the site been classified as
an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so,
specify.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Environmentally
sensitive area designations for a project site will be detailed
for specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
9. Approximately how many people would reside or
work in the completed project?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Persons residing or
employed at a project site will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
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10. Approximately how many people would the
completed project displace?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Displacement of
persons by a project will be detailed for specific projects
which may result from the "Plan."
11. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce
displacement impacts, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. Measures to reduce
or avoid displacement of persons will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
12. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is
compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. The compatibility
of a project with land uses and plans will be detailed for
specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
I. HOUSING
Approximately how many units would be
provided, if any? indicate whether high-
middle- or low-income housing.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Housing units are not
a part of any project as will be detailed for specific projects
which may result from the "Plan."
Approximately how many units, if any would
be eliminated? Indicate whether high-,
middle-, or low-income housing.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Any elimination of housing
units will be detailed for specific projects which niay result from
the "Plan."
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Proposed measures to reduce or control
housing impacts, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. The reduction or control of
housing impacts will be detailed for specific projects which may
result from the "Plan."
J. AESTHETICS
1. What is the tallest height of any proposed
structure(s), not including antennas; what is
the principal exterior building material(s)
proposed?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Heights of
structure and exterior materials will be detailed for
specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
2. What views in the immediate vicinity would be
altered or obstructed?
Not applicable for a non -project action. The alteration or
obstruction of views in the vicinity will be detailed for
specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
3. Proposed measure to reduce or control
aesthetic impacts, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. The reduction or
control of aesthetic impacts will be detailed for specific
projects w'hiic.h may result from the "Plan."
LIGHT AND GLARE
1. What type of light or glare will the proposal
produce? What time of day would it mainly
occur?
Not applicable for a non -project action. The production of light
or glare will be detailed for specific projects which may result
from the "Pain."
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2. Could light or glare from the finished project
be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Safety hazards or view
interference due to light or glare will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
3. What existing off-site sources of light or
glare may affect your proposal?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Off-site sources of light
or glare will be detailed for specific projects which may result
from the "flan."
4. Proposed measure(s) to reduce or control
light and glare impacts, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. The reduction or
control of Tight and glare will be detailed for specific projects
which may result from the "Plan."
L. RECREATION
1. 'What designated and informal recreational
opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Designated and informal
recreational opportunities in a project's vicinity will be detailed
for specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
Would the proposed project displace any
existing recreational uses? if so, describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Any displacement of
existing recreational uses will be detailed for specific projects
which may result from the "Plan."
3. Proposed measures to reduce or control
impacts on recreation, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. The reduction or
control of impacts on recreation will be detailed for specific
projects which may result from the "Plan."
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HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION
1. Are there any places or objects listed on, or
proposed for, national, state or local
preservation registers known to be on or next
to the site? If so, generally describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Places or objects listed on
any preservation register will be detailed for specific projects
which may result from the "Plan."
2. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence
of historic, archaeological, scientific, or
cultural importance known to be on or next to
the site:
Not applicable for a non -project action. Landmarks or other
important features will be detailed for specific projects which
may result from the "Plan."
3. Proposed measure to reduce or control
impacts, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. The reduction or
control of impacts on features warranting historic or cultural
preservation will be detailed for specific projects which may
result from the "Plan."
N. TRANSPORTATION
Identify public streets and highways serving
the site, and describe proposed access to the
existing street system. Show on site plans,
if any.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Streets, highways,
and access will be detailed for specific projects which may
result from the "Plan."
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2. Is the site currently served by public
transportation? If not, what is the
approximate distance to the nearest transit
stop?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Public transit service
will be detailed for specific projects which may result from
the "Plan."
How many parking spaces would the completed
project have? How many would the project
eliminate?
Not applicable for a non -project action. Parking provisions
will be detailed for specific projects which may result from
the "Plan."
4. Will the proposal require any new roads or
streets, or improvements to existing roads or
streets, not including driveways? If so,
generally describe (indicate whether private
or public).
Not applicable for a non -project action. Road or street needs
will be detailed for specific projects which may result from
the "Plan."
Will the project use (or occur in the
immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Transportation issues
will be detailed for specific projects which may result from
the "Plan."
6. How many vehicular trips per day would be
generated by the completed project? If
known, indicate when peak volume would
°CCU r.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Vehicular trips will
be detailed for specific projects which may result from the
"Plan."
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7. Proposed measures to reduce or control
transportation impacts, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. The reduction
or control of transportation impacts will be detailed
for specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
O. PUBLIC SERVICES
1. Would the project result in an increased need for public
services (for example: fire protection, police protection,
health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Any increased
need for public services will be detailed for specific projects
which may result from the "Plan."
2. Proposed measures to reduce or control
impacts on public services, if any:
Not applicable for a non -project action. The reduction or
control of impacts on public services will be detailed for
specific projects which may result from the "Plan."
UTILITIES
Circle utilities currently available at the
site: electricity, natural gas, water,
refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer,
septic system, other (describe):
Not applicable for a non -project action. The availability of
utilities will be detailed for specific projects which may result
from the "Plan."
2. Describe the utilities that are proposed for
the project, the utility providing the
service, and the general construction
activities on the.site or in the immediate
vicinity that might be needed.
Not applicable for a non -project action. Utility needs will
be detailed for specific projects which may result from the
"Plan."
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III. SIGNATURE •
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The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. 1 understand that the lead agency is
relying on them to make its decision.
Gary J. Frentress
Type or Print Name
Construction Supervisor
Title
June 13, 1996
Submittal Date
Administrative Review by:
Title:
Date:
ADMINISTRATION ONLY
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IV. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NON -PROJECT ACTIONS
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water;
emissions to air; projects, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous
substances; or production of noise?
The "Plan" envisions a series of construction projects to
provide school facilities to support increasing enrollments and
changing educational programs and services. These projects may
increase discharges to water if roof areas increase or other impervious
surface areas increase due to development standards for parking, etc.
Emissions to the air may increase temporarily due to construction
activities. The projects are not expected to produce, store or release
toxic or hazardous substances except that some projects may include
the removal of asbestos containing materials from existing buildings.
The projects may temporarily increase noise levels due to construction
activities.
Proposed measures to aid or reduce such increases are:
The project will be designed to comply with all regulations pertaining
to the protection of the environment. The regulations require the
identification, control, and mitigation of adverse environmental effects
related to water, air emissions, toxic or hazardous substances and
noise.
Each proposed project will be subjected to SEPA review to insure that
any environmental effects are recognized and that adequate mitigation
of adverse effects is developed.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
All of the proposed projects listed in the "Plan" will occur on developed
sites, primarily existing school facilities. The projects are not expected
to have any adverse affect on animals, fish, or marine life. The projects
may affect existing plants and trees.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine
life are:
The projects will be designed to eliminate or minimize any affect on
animals, fish or marine life.. Impacts on existing plants or trees will
be mitigated in accordance with regulations and the inclusion of
suitable landscaping.
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Each proposed project will be subjected to SEPA review
to insure that any affect on plants, animals, fish or marine
life is recognized and mitigation measures are identified.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural
resources?
The projects that are proposed by the "Plan" will not necessarily
increase the depletion of energy or natural resources. The "Plan"
envisions that most of the projects will replace or improve existing
facilities. :However, the facilities that result from the projects will
probably be larger than the existing and the energy sources may be
changed.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural
resources are:
The projects will be designed to make more efficient use of energy
and natural resources. Options for energy sources will be evaluated
and the project designs are required by statute to be reviewed by
the Washington State Energy Office. The projects will comply
with regulations which establish limits for energy consumption.
Modern plumbing fixtures, flow controls and other water saving
devises will be incorporated into project designs.
Each proposed project will be subjected to SEPA review to insure
that any affect on energy or natural resources is recognized and
mitigation measures are identified.
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally
sensitive areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental
protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened
or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, flood -
plains, or prime farmlands?
None of the projects that are proposed by the "Plan" are expected
to affect environmentally sensitive areas or areas designated, eligible
or under study for protection. All of the proposed projects would
occur on sites that are already. developed, primarily as existing school
facilities.
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Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce
impacts are:
Each proposed project will be subjected to SEPA review to insure
that any affect on sensitive areas or areas designated, eligible or
under study for protection are recognized and mitigation measures
are identified.
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use,
including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses
incompatible with existing plans?
None of the projects proposed in the "Plan" are expected to affect
land or shoreline use. The sites of the proposed projects are .currently
developed, primarily as existing school facilities, and are presumed to
be compatible with existing shoreline and land use plans.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce, shoreline and land use impacts are:
Each project proposed by the "Plan" will be subjected to SEPA review
to insure that shoreline or land use impacts are recognized and
mitigation measures are identified.
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or
public services and utilities?
None of the projects proposed in the "Plan" are expected to increase
demands on transportation, public services or utilities except to the
extent that the school facilities may be larger to accommodate the
increased enrollments that result from population growth.
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
Each project proposed by the "Plan" will be subjected to SEPA review
to insure that any impacts on transportation, public services or
utilities are recognized and mitigation measures are identified.
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7 Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state,
or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment.
None of the projects proposed in the "Plan" are expected to conflict with
local, state or federal laws or any requirements for the protection of the
environment. Each project will be designed to comply with all of the
above and each project will be subjected to review by a multiplicity of
local and state agencies with jurisdiction. Any inadvertent conflicts will
be addressed.
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