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99-8237 Environmental Review City of Yelm 105 Yelm Avenue West POBox 479 Yelm. Washington 98597 (360) 458-3244 DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCI; Proponent: City of Yelm Description of Proposal The proposal consist of a City Public Works Facility and Public Safety Complex. The Public Works building is 10,000 square feet of which 2,000 square feet is administrative offices and 8,000 square feet for vehicle maintenance, repair and storage Phase I consists of infrastructure and stormwater facilities Phase II is the construction of the building Phase III is the Public Safety Complex which will house the Yelm Police Department and Municipal Court. Location of the Proposal West side of Rhoton Road just north of the Rhoton Road/NP Road intersection Section/T ownsh ip/Range NW %, of Section 19, Township 17N, Range 2E, W M , Threshold Determination The City of Yelm as lead agency for this action has determined that ti,lS proposal does not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. Therefore, an environmental impact statement (EIS) wil! not be required under RCW 4321 C 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. Lead agency. Responsible Official City of Yelm Shelly Badger, City Administrator Date of issue Comment Deadline July 22, 1999 5 00 pm, August 4, 1999 ~ tJadcar r, City Ad~rator _..- ThiS Determination of NonSignificance 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 pm, August 11, 1999 Comments must be submitted to Catherine Carlson, City Planner, at City of Yeim, 105 Yelm Ave W, POBox 479, Yelm, WA 98597, by 5 00 P rn , August 4 1998 I You may appeal this determination to the Yelm City Council, at above address, by submitting a written appeal no later than 5 00 P m August 11, 1999 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 (14 DB), Storm water Drainage Design and Erosion Control Manual (DOE), Uniform Building Code, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) Title (14), Hoad Design Standards, Platting and Subdivision Title (16), and the Shoreline Master Program DO NOT PUBLISH BELOW THIS LINE Published Nisqually Valley News, Friday July 30,1999 Posted in public areas Thursday, July 22, 1999 Copies to Thursday July 22, 1999 - Dept. of Ecology w/checklist All agencies/citizens on SEPA mailing list ~ r . ~lt;,: I :ii~~~ as avo~ "10-'"".,........... 1K1-e00l i~~~~ ~,I~~ NVld 31/S A~VNIWIl3~d -=-- 1INKJ!}.,.'f -- -...... -.. 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The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) requires all governmental agencies to consider the environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions The purpose of this checklist is to provide information to help identify impacts from your proposal, to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal if it can be done, and to help the City decide whether an EIS is required An environmental impact statement (EIS) must be prepared for any proposal with probable significant adverse impacts on environmental quality This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal The City will use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant and require preparation of an EIS You must answer each question accurately, carefully and to the best of your knowledge Answer the questions briefly, but give the best description you can In most cases, you should be able to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need for experts If you do not know the answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write "do not know" or "does not apply" Complete answers to the questions now may avoid delays later If the space provided is too small, feel free to attach additional sheets Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations Answer these questions if you can If you have problems, the city staff can assist you The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of land Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects You may be asked to explain your answers or provide additional information for determining if there may be significant adverse impacts Nonproject Proposals Only' Complete both the checklist (even though many questions may be answered "does not apply") and the Supplemental Sheet for Nonproject Actions (part D) For nonproject actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or sIte" should be read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographiC area," respectively CITY OF YELM CITY USE ONL Y FEE $150.00 DATE REC'D BY FILE NO ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST t A. BACKGROUND 1 Name of proposed project, if any' City of Yelm Public Works Facility Name of applicantf) City of Yeh~, Public Works Department 2 3 Address and phone number of applicant and of any other contact person Ken Garmann, Public Works Director (360) 458-8499 4 Date checklist prepared May 12,1999 5 Agency requesting checklist City of Yelm Planning Department Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable) fP Phase I - infrastructure improvements and grading will begin in Ju '1999 Phase II - construction of the Public Works Building will begin in 20 0 Phase III - construction will begin between 2000 - 2002 6 7 Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain Yes, after the completion of Phase III approximately 1 5 acres will be undeveloped. It is unknown at this time how the undeveloped area will be utilized in the future. 8 List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal No additional information has been prepared at this time. 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 other applications or approvals are pending. 10 List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known Yelm Planning Department - Site Plan Approval CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST PAGE 1 Yelm Building Department - Building permits Yelm Public Works Department - Civil plan approval 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 ; Phase I & II - City Public Works Facility on 4.9 :t acr;es with a 10,000 square foot building consisting of approximately 2,000 square feet as administration offices and 8,000 square feet for vehicle maintenance, repair and storage. Phase III - A Public Safety Complex would be constructed on 1.2:t acres and would include the Police Department and the Municipal Court. Approximately 1.5 acres would remain undeveloped at this time. 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, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available You need not duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. The west side of Rhoton Road, just north and adjacent to the Central Reddi-Mix Plant. The property is located in the NW %, of Section 19, Township 17N, Range 2E, W M. B ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1 Earth a General description of the site (circle one) flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous, other b What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? 5% c 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 The Soil Survey of Thurston County, Soil Conservation Service, identifies the soil as Spanaway gravelly sandy loam. d Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe No. CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST C. \ MyFiles \ CATHIE\ShopSEPA.wpd PAGE 2 e Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed Indicate source of fill On site grading will require approximately 500 cubic yards of cut and 500 cubic yards of fill. It is anticipated balancing of the site will be accomplished through the use of on site soil t f Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe Yes some erosion could occur during construction g About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction such as asphalt or buildings? Phase I - 17% Phase II - 2% Phase III - 0% h Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any. During clearing and site development Best Management Practices, as identified in the DOE Drainage Manual will be practiced. 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 Emissions will result during construction of the site from heavy equipment. Automobile emissions consistent with the use will occur upon completion of the project. b Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe No. c Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any. Best Management Practices will be used to reduce dust control. 3 Water a $urface 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 ~ < /1 yes, describe type and provide names State what stream or river it flows into? \~~ n Yes. The proposed project is approximately 1200 ft from Yelm ~Q Creek which flows into the Nisqually River. ~ 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 300 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans No work will be required within 300 ft of Yelm Creek. CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST C. \MyFiles \ CA THIE\ShopSEPA.wpd PAGE 3 q;avJ1d.~-if V.~,e.(JfA - 3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected Indicate the source of fill material No fill or dredge materials will be placed in or removed from surface waters. r ; 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known No surface water withdrawals or diversions will occur 5) Does the proposal lie within a 1 DO-year floodplain? If so, note elevation on the site plan No, the development site is outside of the 100 year floodplain. 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge No. b Groundwater. 1) Will groundwater be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to groundwater? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known No groundwater will be withdrawn. Stormwater runoff will be discharged to the groundwater, following pretreatment. 2) Describe the underlying aquifer with regard to quality and quantity, sensitivity, protection, recharge areas, etc. The aquifer is classified as extremely sensitive. 3) Describe waste material that will be discharged into or onto the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (such as domestic sewage, industrial byproducts, agricultural chemicals) No waste material will be discharged, the facilities will be connected to the City S. T.E.P Sewer System c Water Runoff (including storm water) 1) 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 other waters? If so, describe Stormwater runoff will be collected, pretreated in swales and ponds prior to infiltration. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe No. d Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any' During site construction, best management practices will be used. CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST C. \ MyFifes\CATHIE\ShopSEPA.wpd PAGE 4 Following construction the stormwater facilities will be seeded and the site will be landscaped as required by the City of Yelm Municipal Code. 4 Plants a Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site _X_ deciduous tree alder, map1e, oak, aspen, other _X_ evergreen tree fir, cedar, pine, other _X_ shrubs _X_ grasses _X_ pasture crops or grains wet soil plants cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other water plants water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other other types of vegetation b What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Grasses will be removed for site preparation Most evergreens and deciduous trees will be incorporated into the site design c List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site None are known d Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any' The site will be landscaped with a 15' buffer In addition the stormwater facilities will be landscaped. Phase III which includes the public safety complex will have significant landscaping around the perimeter of the buildings and in the parking lots. 5 Animals a Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site birds hawk, heron, ducks, eagle, songbirds, other' mammals deer, bear, elk, beaver, other' fish bass, salmon, trout, shellfish, other' b List any priority, threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site None are known. c Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain No. d Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any' No measures are proposed. CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST C. \MyFiles \CATHIE\ShopSEPA.wpd PAGE 5 6 Energy and Natural Resources a What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, gasoline, heating oil, wood, solar etc.) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, transportation, etc No energy will be needed for the completed project. 7 ie. 11rmdJx.o w~I- f/M--l, 3) t b Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe No 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. All structures will be constructed to building and energy code standards. Environmental Health a Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spills, of hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe No there are not environmental health hazards. Small amounts of chemicals typical with automobile maintenance and landscape maintenance will be stored at the Public Works Shop. 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required No special emergency services would be required. 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards-;-if any. All chemicals will be stored according to the manufact6'r~ instructions. ~- b 1) Noise What types of noise exist .in the area which may affect your project (for example traffic, equipment operation, other)? None. 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 from the site Noise will be created from construction equipment. Construction will occur between 7'00 am to 7'00 pm. Long term noise will be created by automobile traffic and public works equipment. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any' None. 8 Land and Shoreline Use CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST C. \MyFiles\CATHIE\ShopSEPA.wpd PAGE 6 a What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? The site is vacant. Property to the south is the Central Reddi-mix Plant, property to the north is the abandoned Woodfab site, property to the east is vacant and the property to the west is residential b Has the site been used for mineral ~xcavation, agriculture or forestry? If so, describe . No c Describe any structures on the site There are no structures on the site. d Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? No. e What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Industrial. f What is the current zoning classification of the site? Industrial District, Chapter 17 40. g If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? Not applicable. h Has any part of the site been classified as a "natural resource", "critical" or "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify Yes, the site is classified a Aquifer Sensitive area. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? Phase I - 0 Phase II -11 Phase III - 20 Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? No one would be displaced by the project. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any. No measures are proposed. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any. Site development will meet all City development standards. 9 Housing a Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing No housing will be provided CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST C \MyFiles\CATHIE\ShopSEPA.wpd PAGE 7 b Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing None c Proposed measures to reduce or c,?ntrol housing impacts, if any. No measures are proposed. 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? The Public Works Shop will be approximately 25' tall. b What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? The view of Mt. Rainier could be obstructed for properties to the west. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any. Placement of the Public Works Shop will be located as to not obstruct current views from existing residenc~h The building will not be taller than 35' 11 Light and Glare a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? The project will produce light typically associated with commercial uses during the daytime. The site will contain some lights used at night for security b Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? No, the light should not effect adjacent properties. c What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? None. d Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any. All lights will be positioned to avoid light or glare on adjacent sites. 12 Recreation a What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? N/A b Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe No CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST C. \MyFiles\CATHIE\ShopSEPA.wpd PAGE 8 c Proposed mea?ures to reduce or control impacts or provide recreation opportunities ' No measures are proposed 13 Historic and Cultural Preservation a 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 No b Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site There are no landmarks or evidence of historic importance known on the site. c Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any. No measures are proposed 14 Transportation a Identify sidewalks, trails, public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the existing street system Show on site plans, if any The site fronts Rhoton Road Separate accesses will be provided for the Public Safety Complex and the Public Works Shop. 1'((', ~'f cYf/eJ{ GlS~ D}fl poh~ ~ LUlJ-\~ ~ .r J . it{tJV /. to~ ~ ~O hUl/.-' . b Is site currently served by public transit? By what means? If not, what plans exist for transit service? No c How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? The Public Works Facility will have approximately 22 parking stalls and 18 vehicle impound stalls. The Public Safety Complex will have) approximately 41 parking stalls. No parking will be eliminated 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) Yes, half-street improvements along the property frontage will be constructed. The improvements will include core road, sidewalk, planter strip,.iighting and landscaping d e Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe No f How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST C. \MyFiles\CATHIE\ShbpSEPA.wpd PAGE 9 /r U. ~ ,J) cJ~.1(~r- ~ 01 uJ [ffU 9 Phase I will not generate any additional vehicular trips. Phase II will generate approximately 14'vehicular trips. Phase III will generate approximately 21 vehicular trips. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any' Half street improvements to Rhoton Road will occur with Phase II of the project. The City will be responsible for payment of a Transportation Facility Charge that correlates with the number of new pm peak hour trips generated by the project. 15 Public Services a 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 No b Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any No measures are proposed. 16 Utilities a Circle utilities currently available at the site electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other 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 vicinity which might be needed The project will require electricity from Puget Sound Energy, City water and sewer, and telephone service from Yelm Telephone. C SIGNATURE The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge that the City of Y 1m is ring on them to make its decision ~ - I understand Signature Date Submitte CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST C. \MyFiles\CATHIE\ShopSEPA.wpd PAGE 10 Phase I will not generate any additional vehicular trips. Phase II will generate approximately 14 vehicular trips. Phase III will generate approximately 27 vehicular trips. g Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any' Half street improvements to Rhoton Road will occur with Phase II of the project. The City will be responsible for payment of a Transportation Facility Charge that correlates with the number of new pm peak hour trips generated by the project. 15 Public Services a 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 No b Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any No measures are proposed. 16 Utilities a Circle utilities currently available at the site electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other 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 vicinity which might be needed The project will require electricity from Puget Sound Energy, City water and sewer, and telephone service from Yelm Telephone. C SIGNATURE The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge that the City of Y 1m is ring on them to make its decision (^- ~ I understand Signature Date Submitted CITY OF YELM ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST C. \MyFiles \CATHIE\ShopSEPA.wpd PAGE 10