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Environmental Review CATHIE CARLSON SEPA NO. 8224 DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE Proponent: AMTECH Corp Description of Proposal The proposal consists of site improvements including a parking lot, stormwater facilities and landscaping. Location of the Proposal 409 Railroad Ave. Yelm, WA 98597 Section/T ownship/Range. SE 1/4, Section 19, Township 17 N, Range 2E Tax Parcel #22719310200 Threshold Determination The City ofYelm as lead agency for this action has determined that this proposal does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. ThE~refore, an environmental impact statement (EIS) will not be required under RCW 43.21C 030(2)(c) This decision was made after review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file with the lead agency This information is available to the public on request. Conditions/Mitigating Measures. None Lead agency. Responsible Official City ofYelm Shelly Badger, City Administrator Date of Issue Comment Deadline November 18, 1998 5.00 pm, December 9, 1998 This Determination of NonSignificance (DNS) is issued pursuant to Washington Administrative Code 197-11-340(2) The City of Yelm will not act on this proposal prior to 5.00 p.m , December 9, 1998 You may appeal this determination to the Yelm City Council by submitting a written appeal no later than 5.00 p.m , December 9, 1998 You should be prepared to make specific factual objections Contact Agnes Bennick, City Clerk, to learn more about the procedures for SEPA appeals. This DNS is not a permit and does not by itself constitute project approval The applicant must comply with all applicable requirements of the City of Yelm prior to receiving construction permits which may include but are not limited to the City of Yelm Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Title (17), Critical Areas Ordinance (1408), Storm water Drainage Design and Erosion Control Manual (DOE), Uniform Building Code, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Title (14), Road Design Standards, Platting and Subdivision Title (16), and the Shoreline Master Program DO NOT PUBLISH BELOW THIS LINE Published Nisqually Valley News, Thursday, November 26,1998 Posted in public areas Wednesday, November 18,1998 Copies to Wednesday, November 18,1998 - Dept. of Ecology with checklist. Wednesday, November 18, 1998 - All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list and adjacent property owners CITY OF YELM CITY USE ONLY FEE: $.go.eo l~oct9 DATE REC'O ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST BY: FILE NO. A BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if any: IlI'1T<GC.J1 ~~p, 2. Name of applicant: A~7'i&-).j CLl2-p. 3. Address and phone number of applicant and of any other contact person: A~vJ1 tbep, - EL[.ANuJ7.. HAI\9~A.rYE Po, 8'0;< / fo'} Y U"1j YJA 4. Date checklist prepared: s;:- en / ~ "'13 5. Agency requesting checklist: C!- I 11 C) ~ y ~(..-~ 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): 45 5nD J A:5 (Jf!M 175 ,.r'j-fl.-'Z /h/A I LA-1 L~. J r A IZ TIC!. U t..-A iZ (..,y ! ('J c; '1,Ar<-- l A.-TN AI 0 ~- N -( Fuz-t=- L. /.v:!i: . 'If! 6... (?-vJv/[ r... Bv I l,...o/rJ f j po S 5, I 6t..- 'I :3 .... s;- Y~",\-,l....l, 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. , '1f5 /W~ /]L) j) J T1 ~tJ /1,- 13 J I '-".0 I tVJ T7J 13 ~ ,4c. r't-ct':.D /V () ;?.-'7'1 () r ~K I ST7;J 0/ -;OK (1011 t.....nJ fllt-.or A- 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. !\/v HE, \ 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. .No. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. .5(-rc... {.J ~<./'i(..QfJMivJ' ;;-ett-~"'t--tT5 rr-t:..tJ^'-\ C''''N ~r Y~'-11 CITY OF YELH ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST forms\sepa PAGE 1 11. Give 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 that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. /1,iV1 T'E.u /1 Co? 1', WI S)f E. 5 / () lA V fA IJ t9- tl-- '7 A ),.J 7k c-, 5 w f' () IZ T.?{j tJ () ,c:... V>J "i... f7;:z..u;? <i /Z--N 72l P 12--0 V/ 0 E. P /1 /CK/AJ C; -<'J r-J f) fJ (f C E. -5 s- if! ~.'-1 A~S6 ?v IS J.j /0 /,N S /'A '-^- /i't r-I ;&"L 1""1 A-I."; T; ;Jeu 1./ I {) E- r7 ,R. z.. ,.c( ow 12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, viclnity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. You need not duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. '5 / if 1.5 L-o c n--7~ p 1\''7' 7YI 2' IV '€ G<J It. ~ I( 0 ;e. ))1 r- J/JTr:cA SEc.Tl~,J O;C- l2Al<"-/~1'\;Q /'t-V~- /ltVo s-r"f I!CCAJ >;- / AJ r;>t cz= c/ T'7 0;< Y E.c... "/ B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. Earth a. General flat, other tion of the site (circle one): hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, c. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? ~ 2 70 S /. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland. .4 SAN' P' ~ tV.../> ~ It.-AV ~ (. r 0 /'/..-T2v.v J d /<- VJ1~. '5 I 7E ".v?/ty ff~ /~ 'i <i AJ <) IC 4tl c;: L) . Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. NO b. d. CITY OF YELH ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST forAls\sepa PAGE 2 h. e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. 5>rt: tvt<< H,4-v'E /L'IIM/( 'TA!JCt-c;/Nf-ANA "7 #11 ~ / N 0 ;0 A (Y..(!J/"? 0 A:TE.. flA f..~ IV C'iw ~./J:? I H~:,::'T__ CZ577#?~~D ~J{v..;) T/ C't:.5.$ Dllhv (100 c.-'1. Could erosion occur as a result ~-of clearing, construction, or use? If so~ generally describe. A Ai f. cf c:.. / Y I tC f rJ)v /... 'V J. J'1 C::Q\..I"-'O $c..c..-v'tt.1 )"'/c)i.oV'V./"t IC A',J ~/u)5t.<.J v O<':JNT/UJI.... fL~v W(...-<-<.... --}3. [ f>;?...<iI'A;/I-'71:J About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction such as asphalt or buildings? _ f ;:f:J>t..T>7; J ? )''/kS f. ,;4fJl4X, / S'~ A) 00 "- //'--1 f' fl1... 1/ ,()...JJ 5Yl1 r/"'fc.- T v(j (.. (.-Z ):: 'E. / ^-' / (2-0 ~ II C. 'Z -:J ( NO 7CZ. 'E x/ s-T7# 7" 5 v It... ~/"h==.. ~ .J A It ;C-' C'" /1.1 I' ~ iT-,a l$ jL +l;"'~L. <_.) Proposed measures to reduce or controleroslon, or other impacts to the earth, if any: 5.1 \../1" Ff.v c.. €.-$) ,C.I ;1 -- /l'A~ f1/v LC.q j 5"T/"LA-1;1J 1Yl-"C cc. '5 H"i D/2~ S c; <iO/AJ f / 'Z 7-C f. g. 2. Air a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile exhaust, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. ~ .DUST /trJp , c; """'1I':>5IJiJ .) r-14 ~"1 I-/?A-Vl! e q/VI;J ~ fA.! I C.O tJc..-t> ?)(?Cv^- !)V/L.-I".J~ CoAJ.5T 7Y1/C:Jf WII..-L 132:. / IV '?1:fL ~'4 I T7f"v ) --<\/,,--,.1) $)-I012_-r- T'r/L./'-] b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. NONE c. 3 . Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to air, if any: N'O/\/f! - PJ 5:.3" I;J L-'1 r?-}S IV E C f" fS A. /V'-j' emissions or other W~/lj~ 1 S'v0 q-L.tt.o-C 1JvZ--IN C; GdAl5 \' Water a. Surface Water 1) Is there any surface water body or wetland on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds)? If yes, describe type and provide names. State what stream or river it flows into? ;VO. A-- W0rt...-A..A/D ..') ! /2U~7 /c"'-'N. /-(uvJ zVf (L ) ;u IJT ( /'1 jJ /t-q 'J.vt f....--L ~Kr 5T;' 'j'}1I-.5 5AlD 7~~7 o~ P /l--'~ ;:; rj ~ /f"'L Wr.TLAl'iO, CITY OF YELH ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST forllls\sepa - PAGE 3 2) Wil. he project require any work over, in, or adjacent to ('''; tJlln 300 feet) the described waters? If yes, ple_i~ Qescribe and attach available plans. )I i' ' ./rt7cc I\. /t1A-/ /0 / ;V ST "\-(..{ 4-T( rJ '\l C-(.,1 (c'-. 0 ( C vI\.... Tv! ),J 300 f-rr () (~- w tiT (.xh./f-l 3) Es t i te the amount of fill and dredge material that WOL: i bt; placed in or removed from surface water or wet lrdE and indicate the area of the site that would be af: _" eG Indicate the source of fill material. , . \ ,4) i wi I ',,_....1 dl '. ap~ J .::-- ,l__ , thE proposal require surface water withdrawals or l.ons? Give general description, purpose, and c_mate quantities if known. 5) DOt. LhE' proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so _. E elevation on the site plan. 6) DOt: ma' wa b. 1 ) Grl. Wl Ql pu_ 2 ) De c.lll.. et 3 ) DEL. on 6.n 6C ,."..- / CITY OF YELH ENVIROt! forms\sepa the proposal involve any discharges of waste - 1-:'.J s to surface waters? If so, describe the type of rd anticipated volume of discharge. ( / _' de ter .JJ.Clundwater be withdrawn, or will water be .. _ ~red to groundwater? Give general descrip"'tion, 2, and approximate quantities if known. '\ 1-1) /tTCC- fl eN I <....L f3 l j) / IL f..VJIf EJ /Ll 4 '">' v 6> /' :-Ie. '1 I/V P((-1 a~"l{c) Ai s-r ->rT-""" bE the underlying aquifer with regard to quality ~ ntity, sensitivity, protection, recharge areas, JbE waste material that will be discharged into or \ tH: ground from septic tanks or other sources, if J~:h as domestic sewage; industrial byproducts; ltural chemicals). I "v/'J'T'C'c:. It lev /'v() r{:., j)1 [' I~J./ ^-'O r:--t< W I L-C 71'1 fL,tJ t4 N d / L - W ~--n: IL 5- <; ;? 7' /I.. mO rc... J3 / 0- ~(Cr-'!Z +-T2 d }\J Sw' "1-0 ( ;/J0 {)A...... , (' /-/ /{ r1.-tf / tV ~ I -v TD -; 71 r:::- / N F t vI /L-4r2 U N j C )-( I CH CKLIST PAGE 4 c. 1 ) "\, ~~ \IV Water Runoff (including storm water): Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into Qther waters? It so, describe. S" V;L (c/\,-c... 1': W -1-7'2 A.. l'?4...1,..., 12..0 0 ~ 'C ? A j Y // ,I'~ /t C J.) r..v I <....-C -~~ ~= C' 0 c L. 'C. v"7'C /J I!., ''/' 0~(vl!.6,LJ5 J I\J 5" A AJ,o ;; I -'L c..c.;',?: ~ 7-J A <jJ.)6r5v;t.,e~"f. 1/", 5P-.)<;.~ Sy S;ir;:-., Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally descrlbe. '/ 'Y C') -- e'( M /j L I r (0 uS (~, ('7--; 0 Ic- () /IJ ~ / 'Ii r9,.Jt> / 0 A. /\J f: f/ L cr; ~ ,v / 7>--; ~'-6YEz 5 0/[ VAN tOAcS d. Propofieci measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts if any: ( () I L - (.v 7i T'C fL. .$ EP~ L A'1i1 <oJ ~ I S~ 0/ ....\.1 'i NT A:q-'/ J ..j.s:tJ M P I,\. (..,'''\TCH 5A:>INS; WI'1.rt,t.. WA<..../T-/ 'ScJAL<C Plants a. Check OJ: circle types of vegetation found on the site: 4. b. c. -.-.- )('.- deClduous tree: evergreen tree: shrubs grasses p3.sture crops or grains W9t soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other W3.ter plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other other types of vegetation alder, maple, oak, aspen, other fir, cedar, pine, other What klnd and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered' f'A v7.JJ AfL ( A I/D 9..1 P ;.., r<:, I:) \ 0 /..; c:-'~ .A- fJ <.U, ,~/I USdf:!) () ZAi) "C-C Llst threatened or endangered Ilear th(~ site. 15 C f/ ,{ ,.l f NT[ Y species known to be on or A , . - IV;)N'(, d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other lrHlaSUre;3 to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, ~L f any __ ,<, /'o,.,.-J:;; C/1 t') ^' 7 ,)...) J !) [ '-"I /vf j Animal!; a. C>rcle imy birds or near the site 5. P cc .e. o t (....(.. CtT"-t CJ~ Y~(M Z>fV 13 2. J "-I P" '[ M '? .-vIEjJ and animals which have been observed on or are known to be on or near the site: b.uds hawk, heron, ducks, eagle, songbirds, other HldHU1\a Is deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: :hf;b bc\ss, salmon, trout, shellfish, other: CITY OF YELH ENVIIWN~:EIHAI_ ChECKLIST forms\sepa PAGE 5 b. List any priority, threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. IVJNE c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. tJ /V J: tUQ fIJ AI d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, any: if A/ON fE- 6. Energy and Natural Resources a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, gasoline, heatlng oil, wood, solar etc.) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe wnether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, transportation, etc. fJ / A- b. Would your energy by describe. NC c. 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: project affect the potential use of solar adjacent properties? If so, generally NOr-./E 7. Environmental Health a. Are there any environmental health hazards, inc~uding exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spills, of hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of thlS proposal? If so, describe. >!.S!,) - ?t.A tJT fA) 0 .~K S IN / 7H /2."1:~ 5 / AlS It.vQ ,D; 5 E 11 C; L.A.~ S t=-~oJc..TJ.; ~I I( ;J 11..0P J crS ' 1) Descrlbe special emergency services that might be requlred. ;f.):/S)/r-J 5' flA,-J-y 1145 rRcu:."ED JtL~.5 10 /r:J { 1\ c. 'E 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: --; /,~ / STlAl1 ?~o c '? OV.Lf.. s . b. Noise 1) Vlhat types of noise exist in the area which may affect your proj ect (for example: traffic, equipment operation, other) ? / :::~iL rt.., / rr;"oIj NO! S E Ie;;:;; ........ C<) A,) 5. r c, (JU) PM fi"JT. CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST PAGE 6 forllls\sepa 2) 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 f rom the s iJ:e . Nu} s 't r fl..<I,., Co tV S-r r4lu I ~>'-1 f.-vl {",V ( c <..... /3 'f:.. / A..I~ /L;v( I r(<f ^"""1 A A.J D "5 He /L. r 7-'f: /2. ..c.., 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any O()N> T WI c...c /3 '[ ;):::J~ t. 0/..;;1../ r-.J f JV OIL.A-1.A ~ /3vs 1~_fS /-1 ()0 1L5 8. Land and Shoreline Use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? / N f)v >JIC/ A '- b. Has the site been used for mineral excavation, agriculture or forestry? If so, describe. JJO c. Describe any structures on the site. C)t~FI C t ...'\ NO ('NO j> 120 t) J G77~ ,...; F.A- () I '- I (I E > I d. will any structures be demolished? If so, what? i\/O , e. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Ii\; Ou~ T IC-I A L f. What is the current zoning classification of the site? ) N.f)v STIZ-l AL g. I f applicable, what is the current shoreline master program d/eSignation of the site? !\JA h. Has any part of the site been classified as a "natural resource", "critical" or "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify. No i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? (~ r~ t R.t)/< Su FJ E () A.. 'C I..A...;.':) 12.. (e () N 5 / r E- (.... 'S H / jorS j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? ;'\1'0 '\i E... k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: )V/A CITY OF YELH ENVIRONHEHTAL CHECKLIST PAGE 7 forms\sepa ~ w~ 'J 1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: NtJNE, 9. Housing a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. M/ A b. Approximately how many units, if any, would- be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income hOUSing.) fJl A c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: ,vIA. 10. Aesthetics a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? cO F'E'fT b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? NON.1re c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: NOr-JE 11. Light and Glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? what time of day would it mainly occur? A.[) j) ') Tl () N,A l. t..- ! C; ).( T);V 7 MA'Y /3;E A4 LJ 0 'E.o 7Q I":> '"1' R-C /,v ti La 'T b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? 1'10 I CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST forms \sepa PAGE 8 . . c What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? 1/61></;= d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare lmpacts, if any: NONE. 12. Recreation a What designated and informal recreational opportunities are tOn the immediate vicinity? N A:- b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. ;Jo c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts or provide recreation opportunities: IJ/A 13. Historic and Cultural Preservation a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local preservation reglsters known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally descrlbe. NO b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. JJ!A- c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: ,v/A, 14. Transportation a. Identlfy sidewalks, trails, public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the existlng street system:t Show on site plans, if any. /"2/1" L IwAD f\v'[. J:- '::~''Y'fN S 57', b. Is slte currently served by public transit? By what means? If not, what plans exist for transit service? y~>. c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? G 3 '51 !\c'2 5" (/vI U B r /1,1.0 1C1 /\/.:) /?A~/CltV7 f,{J.)VI.--O IS E: 7' LI '''-1I,J r) --<:;"0 CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST forllls\sepa PAGE 9 l ~ 't ~ d IV (vI' (1LuJ @ 1r4F~ cJ(U-~ !(J.fW1Cil 15 e. will the proposal require any new sidewalks, trails, roads or streets, or improvements to existing sidewalks, trails, roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private) . IVO - ~PrCI( ANT tA) ,-\_2 t q;Jf. (~'F r...uA. V'Cr\.... ~J f'E lie S;-;-,'L;;: i' T ,/~! P () ;::: :.; 7~v:;-IV) S7 wlll the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. ,A/o g. How many vehicular trips the completed project? volumes would occur. ::30 TD /00 /\ () f, Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: AI U i-/ (::: per day would be generated by If known, indicate when peak Public Services a Would the project result in services (for example: protection, health care, generally describe: an increased need for public fire protection, police schools, other)? If so, I', ;1, .-) ---I U.;; s:. \. ,"'...~';:. /J .,- cJ ~ .c:':l ~:::;. f Vi L.. E J,~\.;; .{..i ,.) I\/~) ~ I '" :....; " / \., t..,1., l.- N I C( I\-D '7' f-~, \ / V C. IL <;:":j s:- ?/) '/" I '(., C ~/ / Z It 5 v";' j) " ....., ."\ '" !) S b Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any..~ 1 1/ /"., . .,'... ...,. f. (' f M.'\....v".. 'vl ,,:' ~.Jj LJ '" ,-I ,J/,C" ,'\/f 1/ ',*,--- J"J 0., "" kV '-" ",,-.. I I I '- : ? c () 1; " T"i ,r.' /J .j l) ~" (i c,:. ':~ 5" 16 utilities a c;:.,ir_GJ_~_. ut2:1itie~ currently avai~abl~.__~~e: _..~ c . -'''rtv ~~al '''---ga), ~;e1) (~_f~~.~_~ telephone, Aanitary se~~, sept system~her~- b. 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 v lcini ty which mistht be needed. /1 L. ~, -?)/ '1 //,1 J J 'i.. /1 .:.. L C j f[ , C ...."i \.. "-1 ,0:. i' )"-.) '; U (! C J .z. "'1 /3 v / /1 C. I L / /'''/ -'1')(CZ tV!l"j--,-"c:z. ::::,y c"Trr...., W / (....( /3:: u/l (/'.(',(1.-:1 f:J TZJ ;')L;) v Ie c. SIGNATURE F>.? [ '::~'LO W' The above answers are true and complete knowledge I understand that the City of them to make its~~ioJ' ~ ~ Slgnature: ~ Date Submitted: q~fff6 / to the best of my Yelm is relying on CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST forms\sepa PAGE 10