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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 2002-460RESOLUTION NO. 2002-460 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE SOUTHWEST REDEVELOPMENT PLAN WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Chula Vista ("City Council") adopted Ordinance No. 2420 on November 27, 1990, approving and establishing the Redevelopment Plan for the Southwest Redevelopment Project, and the City Council has since amended said Redevelopment Plan on July 9, 1991 by Ordinance No. 2467, on November 6, 1994 by Ordinance No. 2612, and on August 22, 2000 by Ordinance No. 2819 ("Plan"); and WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 33333.2 of the California Community Redevelopment Law, Health and Safety Code Section 33000 et seq. ("Law"), the use of eminent domain powers can only occur within twelve (12) years from the date of adoption of the Fourth Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan ("Fourth Amendment"); and WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista ("Agency") has requested that the City Council consider the Fourth Amendment in order to extend the authority to use eminent domain for property acquisition purposes in the Southwest Redevelopment Project Area ("Project Area"); and WHEREAS, a Negative Declaration was prepared on the proposed Fourth Amendment ("Negative Declaration'') in the form attached herewith as Exhibit "A"; and WHEREAS, a notice of the availability of the Negative Declaration for public review and comment was published on July 26, 2002 in the Star News, a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Chula Vista; and WHEREAS, on August 6 and September 10, 2002, the Agency and City Council held a joint public hearing on the proposed Fourth Amendment and received and considered all evidence and testimony pertaining thereto. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chula Vista hereby: The City Council finds there is not substantial evidence that the proposed Fourth Amendment will have a significant effect on the environment and that the Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the City Council based upon the whole record of the Negative Declaration, including the Initial Study contained therein, any comments received and responses thereto and evidence and testimony received at the joint public hearing on the Negative Declaration. The City Council has reviewed and considered the information contained in the Negative Declaration prepared for the Fourth Amendment and hereby approves the Negative Declaration. Resolution 2002-460 Page 2 3. The City Clerk is authorized to file, a Notice of Determination with the Cotmty Clerk of the County of San Diego following adoption by the City Council of the ordinance adopting the Fourth Amendment. The Office of City Clerk is the repository of public documents for the City and that office shall retain a copy of the Negative Declaration approved hereby in its files. Presented by Approved as to form by Chris Salomone Community Development Director ttomey PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, California, this 12th day of November, 2002, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers: Davis, Padilla, Rindone, Salas and Horton NAYS: Councilmembers: None ABSENT: Councilmembers: None ATIEST: Shirley Hort~/n, Mayor Susan Bigelow, City Clerk STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ) CITY OF CHULA VISTA ) I, Susan Bigelow, City Clerk of Chula Vista, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2002-460 was duly passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting of the Chula Vista City Council held on the 12th day of November, 2002. Executed this 12th day of November, 2002. Susan Bigelow, City Clerk EXHIBIT A PROJECT NAME: Southwest Redevelopment Plan Amendment To Extend Eminent Domain Authority PROJECT LOCATION: Southwest Redevelopment Project Area ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO.: VARIOUS PROJECT APPLICANT: City of Chula Vista CASE NO.: IS-02-048 DATE: May 29, 2002 A. Project Setting The amended Southwest Redevelopment Project Area (SWRPA) boundaries, found totally within the City of Chula Vista, are illusta'ated on the map attached hereto and incorporated as Exhibit A. B. Project Description The project involves an amendment to the existing Amended Southwest Redevelopment Project Area Plan, dated November 1990. While the Redevelopment Plan itself does not expire until the year 2030, the power of eminent domain, which the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista may exercise (under the provisions of the California Community Redevelopment Law) is set to expixe on November 26, 2002, unless otherwise amended. The Redevelopment Agency of the City of Chula Vista, with the approval of the City Council, proposes to amend that Plan by extending the provision of eminent domain to'November 27, 2014, as allowed by California Community Redevelopment Law. Although there are no current plans to acquire additional property through the use of eminent domain, the Agency has indicated that should either a commercial or residential project be undertaken in the furore, that the extension of the time limit to exercise its eminent domain powers could be crucial to the success and completion of those projects, and hence, to its overall success in removing blight from the Project Area. C. Compliance with Zoning and Plans The proposed use is consistent with the underlying zone districts and General Plan designation. D. Comments On April 29, 2002 a Notice of Initial Study was circulated to City and governmental staff. Seven Department staff members responded with no comments. 05/29/02 E. Identification of Environmental Effects An Initial Study conducted by the City of Chula Vista (including an attached Envkonmental Checklist form) determined that the proposed project will not have a significant environmental effect, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report will not be required. This Negative Declaration has been prepared in accordance with Section 15070 of the State CEQA Guidelines. ' F. Mitigation Necessary to Avoid Significant Impacts NO MITIGATION REQUIRED G. Consultation 1. City of Chula Vista: Marilyn Ponseggi, Planning Division Paul Hellman, Planning Division John Schmitz, Planning Division Jim Geering, Fke Marshall Frank Rivera, Engineering Department Joe Gamble, landscape Architecture Division Bill Ulkich, Public Works/Operations Frank Herrera-A, Planning Division Miguel Z. Tapia, Community Development Benjamin Guerrero, Community Development 2. Documents Chula Vista General Plan (1989) and EIR (1989) Title 19, Chula Vista Municipal Code, September 1997 Redevelopment Project Area Plans Initial Study This environmental determination is based on the attached Initial Study, '~ny comments received on the Initial Study and any comments received during the public review period for this negative declaration. The report reflects the independent judgement of the City of Chula Vista. Further information regarding the environmental review of this project is available from the Chula Vista Planning Depmhnent, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910. Planning & Environmental Services Manager Date: 2 05/29/02 zO~ ~Z Case No.IS-02-048 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM Name of Proponent: City of Chula Vista o Lead Agency Name and Address: Address and Phone Number of Proponent: Name of Proposal: Date of Checklist: City of Chula Vista 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, CA 91910 (619) 691-5291 Fourth Amendment to the Southwest Redevelopment Plan to extend Eminent Domain Authority May 30, 2002 LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with general plan designation or zoning? c~ [] r2 [] b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or [] [] [] [] policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? c) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g., t~ [] ~ [] impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible land uses)? d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an [] D c~ [] established conununity (including a low-income or minority community)? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significam impacts to land use. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use hnpacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of We extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. The approval of this extension would not dismptordivide ~e physicalarrangementofan established community. 1 5/30/02 Mitigation: None POPULATION AND HOUSING. proposal: Would the a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local population projections.'? b) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable c~ [] housing? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to population and housing. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its eminent domain authority and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain authority, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None HI. GEOPHYSICAL. WouM the proposal result in or expose people to potential impacts involving: a) Unstable earth conditions or changes in geologic substructures? b) Disruptions, displacements, compaction or [] [] o [] overcovering of the soil? c) Change in topography or ground surface relief [] o [] [] features? d) e) The destruction, covering or modification of any unique geologic or physical features? Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off the site? [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] f) Changes in deposition or erosion of beach sands, or changes in siltation, deposition or erosion which may modify the channel of a river or stream or the bed of the ocean or any bay inlet or lake? g) Exposure of people or property to geologic hazards such as earthquakes, landslides, mud slides, ground 2 [] [] [] [] [] 5/30/02 failure, or similar hazards? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to ground surface or geologic conditions. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its eminent domain authority and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain authority, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None IV. WATER. Would the proposal result in: a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff? b) Exposure of people or property to water related hazards such as flooding or tidal waves? c) Discharge into surface waters or other alteration of surface water quality (e.g., temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity)? d) Changes in the amount of surface water in any water body? e) Changes in currents, or the course of direction of water movements, in either marine or fresh waters? f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? h) Impacts to groundwater quality? i) Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? j) Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to water resources. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its eminent domain authority and subsequent development are too. speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result 3 5/30/02 cof the extension of eminent domain authority, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further eenvironmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, ZZoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City oof Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from amay responsible public agency would also be required. lkMitigation: None XV. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal: a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to an o [] [] [] existing or projected air quality violation? b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? [] [] rn [] c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or [] [] [] [] cause any change in climate, either locally or regionally? d) Create objectionable odors? [] o rn [] e) Create a substantial increase in stationary or non- o o [] [] stationary sources of air emissions or the deterioration of ambient air quality? (/Comments: TI'he proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The eextension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the eenvironment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant hnpacts to Air Quality. I~direct physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future r. acquisition of property through its eminent domain authority and subsequent development are too sspeculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result c~f the extension of eminent domain authority, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further. eenvironmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, 2Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City eof Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from aany responsible public agency would also be required. 1LMitigation: None TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result in: · a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? ' b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby uses? d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? [] o [] [] e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? [] [] o [] 4 5/30/02 f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting alternative transportation (e.g. bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? g) Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts? h) A "large project" under the Congestion Management Program? (An equivalent of 2400 or more average daily vehicle trips or 200 or more peak-hour vehicle trips.) Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to the city's transportation or circulation system. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its eminent domain authority and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain authority, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said project would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. WouM the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, sensitive species, species of concern or species that are candidates for listing? b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees)? c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g., oak forest, coastal habitat, etc.)? d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian and vernal pool)? e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? f) Affect regional habitat preservation planning r~ [] [] efforts? . . Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to biological resources. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its eminent domain authority and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain authority, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said project would also ~ required to comply with the City's General Plan, 5 5/30/02 Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required· Mitigation: None VIII. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and inefficient manner? c) If the site is designated for mineral resource protection, will this project impact this protection? The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to energy or mineral resources. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said project would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None IX. H_a~ARDS. Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: petroleum products, pesticides, chemicals or radiation)? b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? c) The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard? d) Exposure of people to existing sources of potential health hazards? e) Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable brash, grass, or trees? [] [] [] [] D [] Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any creation or exposure of humans or 6 5/30/02 animal species to hazardous situations. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the furore as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None X. NOISE. Would the proposal result in: a) Increases in existing noise levels? b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant noise impacts. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said'project would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None XI. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas: a) Fire protection? b) Police protection? c) Schools? D [] D [] d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? m ri [] [] e) Other governmental services? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to public services. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further 7 5/30/02 environmental review. Said project would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. No new or altered governmental services will be required for this project. Mitigation: None XII. Thresholds. grzll the proposal adversely impact the ~3 13 o l~i City's Threshold Standards ? As described below, the proposed project does not significantly impact any of the seven Threshold Standards. a) Fire/EMS tn o o [] The Threshold Standards requires that fire and medical units must be able to respond to calls within 7 minutes or less in 85% of the cases and within 5 minutes or less in 75% of the cases. Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to fire rescue or emergency medical services. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's furore acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said project would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None b) Police [] o o ~ The Threshold Standards require that police units must respond to 84% of Priority 1 calls within 7 minutes or less and maintain an average response time to all Priority 1 calls of 4.5 minutes or less. Police units must respond to 62.10% of Priority 2 calls within 7 minutes or less and maintain an average response time to all Priority 2 calls of 7 minutes or less. Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to police services. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said project would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances and regulations and procedures of/he 8 5/30/02 City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None c) Traffic [] 0 [] [] Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to the city's traffic system. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None d) Parks/Recreation 0 [] [] [] Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to parks or recreational resources. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment i)rojects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said project would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Local Coastal Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances and regulations and procedures of the City Of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None e) Drainage [] [] o The Threshold Standards require that storm water flows and volumes not exceed City Engineering Standards. Individual projects will provide necessary improvements consistent with the Drainage Master Plan(s) and City Engineering Standards. Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in ~ny direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to city's drainage 9 5/30/02 system. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None f) Sewer u [] [] [] The Threshold Standards require that sewage flows and volumes not exceed City Engineering Standards. Individual projects will provide necessary improvements consistent with Sewer Master Plan(s) and City Engineering Standards. The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to the city's sewer resources. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. No sewer facilities or services are required to serve this project· Therefore, no conflict with the City's threshold is anticipated. Mitigation: None g) Water [] [] [] [] The Threshold Standards require that adequate storage, treamaent, and transmission facilities are constructed concurrently with planned growth and those water quality standards are not jeopardized during growth and construction. Applicants may also be required to participate in whatever water conservation or fee off-set program the C'ity of Chula Vista has in effect at the time of building permit issuance. Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to water resources. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's furore acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances and regulations and procedures of the 10 5/30/02 City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. No water service is required for this project. Therefore, no conflict with the City's threshold is anticipated. Mitigation: None XIII. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to the following utilities: a) Power or natural gas? b) Communications systems? c) Local or regional water treatment or distributio~ facilities? D [] O ~ d) Sewer or septic tanks? [] [] [] [] e) Storm water drainage? [] [] [] [] f) Solid waste disposal? [] [] tn [] The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing (minent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to utility and service systems. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. The proposed project would not require new systems to be installed, or alterations of existing utilities. Mitigation: None XIV. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: a) Obstruct any scenic vista or view open to the public or will the proposal result in the creation of an aesthetically offensive site open to public view? b) Cause the destruction or modification of a scenic route? O D [] [] c) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? 0 [] D [] d) Create added light or glare sources that could increase the level of sky glow in an area or cause this project to fail to comply with Section 19.66.100 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code, Title 197 11 5/30/02 e) Reduce an additional amount of spill light? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes m the environment; therefore, the proposed project wilt not result in any significant impacts to aesthetic resources. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's furore acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Local Coastal Plan, Zoning Ordinance and ail applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None XV. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Will the proposal result in the alteration of or the [] [] o [] destruction or a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? b) Will the proposal result in adverse physical or [] [] [] [] aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure or object? c) Does the proposal have the potential to cause a n o o [] physical change that would affect unique ethnic cultural values? d) Will the. proposal restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact area? e) Is the area identified on the City's General Plan EIR as an area of high potential for archeological resources? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the enviromment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to cultural resources, Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None 12 5/30/02 XWI. PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Will the [] ri rn [] proposal result in the alteration of or the destruction of paleontological resources ? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impacts to paleontological resources. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with ail applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None XVII. RECREATION. WouM the proposal: a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities? b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? c)Interfere with recreation parks & recreation plans or programs? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, thc proposed project will not result in any significant Lrapacts'~o recreational resources. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain power, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None XVIII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE: See Negative Declaration for nmndatory findings of significance, lf an EIR is needed, this section should be completed. a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining 3_3 5/30/02 levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods or California history or prehistory? Comments: The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing eminent domain authority. The extension of existing eminent domain power will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant impactS to sensitive plant or animal communities. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisition of property through its power of eminent domain and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain authority, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said project would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. Mitigation: None b) Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? CommeBts: Extending the existing eminent domaL~ authority of the city would not significantly affect the long-term environmental goals of the City of Chula Vista. c) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effectS of probable future projects.) D D D 1~ Comments: ' ' The proposed project only extends the Redevelopment Agency's existing power of emment domain. The extension of existing eminent domain authority will not result in any direct physical changes to the environment; therefore, the proposed project will not result in any significant cumulative impact. Indirect physical changes resulting in land use impacts as a result of the Redevelopment Agency's future acquisitibn of property through its eminent domain authority and subsequent development are too speculative to analyze at this time. Any redevelopment projects, which may occur in the future as a result of the extension of eminent domain authority, would, at the time of proposal, be subject to further environmental review. Said projects would also be required to comply with the City's General Plan, Zoning Ordinance and all applicable codes, conditions, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the City of Chula Vista. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and with any approval from any responsible public agency would also be required. 14 5/30/02 Mitigation: None d) Does the project have environmental effects that will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? [] D 0 [] Comments: No substantial significant effects on human beings would result from extending the city's existing eminent domain authority. XIX. PROJECT REVISIONS OR MITIGATION M~ASUR~S: NONE REQUIRED XX. AGREEMENT TO 1MPLEIV[ENT MITIGATION MEASURES NO MITIGATION MEASURES REQUIRED X2C[. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED: NONE CHECKED The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" or "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigated," as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. [] Land Use and Planning [] Population and Housing [] Geophysical [] Water [] Air Quality [] Paleontology [] Transportation/Circulation [] Biological Resources [] Energy and Mineral Resources [] Hazards [] Noise [] Public Services [] Utilities and Service Systems [] Aesthetics [] Cultural Resources [] Recreation .- [] Mandatory Findings of Significance i5 5/30/02 XXII. DETERMINATION: 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 the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) 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, if the effect is a "potentially significant impacts" or "potentially significant unless mitigated." 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, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. An addendum has been prepared to provide a record of this determination. Signature Brian Hunter Planning & Environmental Services Manager City of Chula Vista Date May 29, 2002 16 5/30/02