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Hera Master Planned Community EIR 5 N" `.n. f ` prepared for: County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 County �f Qrange Planning &Development Services Dept. Environmental planning Services Division P.O. Box 4048 Santa Ana, CA 927024048 Prepared bv: TEMPLETON PLANNING GROUP Community Planning Urban Design Environmental Services 1470 Jamboree Road, Suife 200, Newport Beach, CA 92860 (949J 718-0640 Sections 1.0 SUMMARY OF NOP RESPONSES 2.0 AGENCIES AND ORGANIZATIONS WRITTEN COMMENTS 3.0 INDIVIDUALS WRITTEN COMMENTS 4.0 INDIVIDUALS MAY 8, 2003 SCOPING MEETING WRITTEN COMMENTS 5.0 INDIVIDUALS MAY 8, 2003 SCOPING MEETING ORAL COMMENTS 6.0 INDIVIDUALS MAY 15, 2003 SCOPING MEETING WRITTEN COMMENTS 7.0 INDIVIDUALS MAY 157 2003 SCOPING MEETING ORAL COMMENTS Aera Master Planned Community E/R Section 1 Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP Agencies and Organizations -Written Comments Brea Olinda Unified School District Thoroughly analyze school impacts; the need for a school site within the Brea Olinda Unified School District; analyze traffic impacts on communities and school routes; and traffic impacts on school functioning. Brea Terrace Homeowners Association Traffic concerns include analysis of Berry Street traffic, Berry and Central intersection congestion, increased traffic accidents, automobile exhaust emissions, truck traffic impact, and negative health effects from commercial truck diesel exhaust on children and elderly residents. City of Brea Annexation impacts such as Brea's quality of life, compatibility with City of Brea standards and guidelines, relevant and appropriate to CEQA. General Plan compatibility with Los Angeles County, Orange County, and Brea's General Plans. Mixed use traffic impacts, aesthetic impacts, light and glare problems. Housing development impacts involving affordable housing goals. Proposed land uses and density conflicts, geotechnical issues involving mitigation and proximity of hazards, proposed hydrology and drainage facility impacts, preservation of ridgelines, traffic concerns on street systems, traffic noise mitigation, preservation of trees, analysis of wildlife habitat. Parks and recreation facility information, mitigation measures for hazards, and public service overcrowding. Project alternatives should be described, and future annexation issues should be analyzed. City of Diamond Bar Entire project should be located within the County of Orange, incorporate circulation pattern into contiguous residential area in the City of Brea. possible "mixed use" development, full analysis of regional traffic issues, overcrowding schools, and wildlife preservation. City of La Habra Traffic congestion analyses, "fair share" traffic impact fees assessed, flooding issues examined, address fire and paramedic services, assess increased noise due to traffic, existing noise from ball fields, sewage service providers, loss of privacy and aesthetics for neighbors of project, impacts to local library and police service impacts. Aera Master Planned Community UR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP City of La Habra Heights City of Whittier County of Orange County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County Department of Conservation Traffic and circulation, noise, light, and potential for interruption of the wildlife corridor. Analyze projects's fulI range of environmental impacts, air congestion from automobile exhaust, traffic studies to address potential adverse cumulative impacts, air quality impacts should be addressed for grading and construction of project, and habitat values that sustain wildlife should be evaluated and maintained. Protection of wildlife corridor From City of Whittier to the Cleveland National Forest. Consideration of the mpacts of east -west traffic flows on the roadways in and around the City of Whittier. Impacts of deficient flood control facilities, prepare Operations and Maintenance Manual to discuss special maintenance requirements to maintain proposed flood control, drainage, or water quality, prior written approval from the County's Flood Control Division is required, Upstream and downstream floodplains affected by proposed project should be analyzed. Water quality and contamination should be assessed. Analysis of short- term and long-term impacts of open space and recreation. Aesthetic impacts need to be mitigated. Wildlife awareness through pamphlets given to residents. Bikeways and trails need to be improved. Waste management should be assessed. Mitigate solid waste impacts through waste reduction and recycling programs, compliance with California Solid Waste Reuse and Recycling Access Act/L.A, Building Code Section 110.4/SUSMP, impacts to HWM facilities, flood maintenance, geotechnical hazards, drainage impacts to County facilities/area drainage; Tic, including review by Cities of Brea, Industry, Diamond Bar, La Habra, County of Orange, Dept. of Transportation Districts 7 and 12, lighting, watershed management (San Gabriel River Watershed), compliance with FEMA, BMPs, compliance with NPDES. Project area served by District 21 requires annexation, current capacity of sewer lines, wastewater treatment, payment of Connection Fee, compliance with SCAG. Plot all wells on future maps, avoid development over wells if possible, plug or re -plug wells to current Division specifications, implementation of gas venting system, wells uncovered during grading require remdial plugging operations, no development near active wells. Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP Department of Fish and Game Department of Parks and Recreation Department of Transportation (District 7) Department of Transportation (District 12) Endangered Habitats League Hacienda Heights Improvement Association, Inc. Local Agency Formation Commission -Orange County Assessment of flora and fauna; direct, indirect and cumulative impacts to biological resources analyzed and mitigated; include range of alternatives; include mitigation/habitat creation/acquisition and preservation; CESA permit; oppose development in wetlands or conversion of wetlands, jurisdictional delineation, Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement. Impacts related to air quality, biological resources (Gnatcatcher, sage scrub, rare plants, annual grassland, raptors wildlife corridor/habitat linkage, core area, edge effects), hydrology, land use and planning, noise and lighting, public services, recreation, transportation and cumulative impacts. Request traffic study prepared following Guide for the Preparation of Traffic Impact Studies (requirements attached); dedication of problem -free land possible mitigation, truck lanes on SR-60, widening of SR-57, encroachment permits, PNR lot, wildlife communities and migration corridors, compliance with noise standards may include noise wall, NPDES permit, BMPs, truck trips for construction avoid peak traffic periods. Meet to discuss traffic study prior to DEIR, compliance with Caltrans Guide for the Preparation of Traffic Impact Studies, Encroachment permit, surface run-off not allowed to cross Caltrans ROW, mitigation related to wildlife corridor, include TMP, estimate fair share responsibility for impacts to freeway mainlines, ramps and interchanges, compliance with A131807. Consider postponing MP until LA General Plan update and HCP/NCCP completed for the site; provide thorough analysis to project -related impacts, cumulative impacts, mitigation measures and alternatives which avoid impacts to sensitive and scenic resources. Oppose project (resolution No. HHIA-2003-01); impacts to Puente Hills Wildlife Corridor; alternatives should include open space w/o development and plans consistent with SEA; potential impacts to traffic, air quality, water supply, library resources, public safety services, inclusion of entire Puente Hills in SEA. Project description needs to include future annexations; mpacts to public services, discuss affordable housing, alternative boundaries, and compliance with Sphere of Influence Policy Guidelines. Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP Los Angeles Livability Coalition Metropolitan Water District of Southem California North Hills Homeowners Association Orange County Fire Authority Puente Hills Landfill Native Habitat Preservation Authority Rowland Heights Community Coordinating Council Consider postponing MP until completion of LA General Plan update and HCP/NCCP completion; project -related impacts, cumulative impacts, mitigation measures and alternatives which avoid impacts to sensitive and scenic resources. Potential impacts to MWD facilities and ROW, compliance with Guidelines for Developments in the Area of Facilities, Fee Properties, and/or Easements of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and SCAG, support mitigation includes water efficient fixLures, drought -tolerant landscaping and reclaimed water. Potential impacts related to traffic, public services, logical resources and aesthetics. Identify OCFA as review agency (water supply, emergency access, transportation design, hazardous material management, TTM, master fire plan, site plans, etc.), Fire Protection Agreement and Secure Fire Protection Agreement, fire station may be required, conform to VHFHSZ standards, apply standard conditions and guidelines, fuel modification plan, combustible gas/methane assessment study, architectural plan check. Impacts to Whittier/Puente Hills open space, biological resources, wildlife corridor (obstruction of roadways), public safety, study of connectivity with multi -purpose non -motorized recreation trails, recreation, cumulative impacts. Identify traffic impacts to the following intersections: Fullerton Rd/Sunrise • Fullerton Rd/Diamond Plaza • Fullerton Rd/Gale Fullerton Rd/Mescal Fullerton Rd/Aguiro Fullerton Rd/Sordello Fullerton Rd/Los Palacios Colima/Paso Real Colima/Batson Colima/Fairway Harbor/Old Fullerton Rd (North) Harbor/Old Fullerton Rd (South) HarborNantage Pointe Dr. Harbor/Wellington Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP Rowland Water District SDGE Sempra Energy Utility Sierra Club Puente/Chino Hills Siena Club Angeles Chapter Southern Califomia Association of Governments Terrell Watt Planning Consultants Project requires increased water supply from MWD, redistributing existing California Domestic Water Company potable water supply, construction of transmission water mains, above ground steel tan water storage reservoirs, water -pumping stations, water transmission and distribution pipelines. Potential impacts or relocation or upgrades to existing infrastructure, extension of facilities, impacts of work needed to connect to existing natural gas facilities, regulatory permitting, mitigation, maintenance. Consistency with Rowland Heights General Plan, impacts related to traffic, schools, recreation, cumulative effects, public services, biological resources, geology and geologic hazards, hazards/oil field contamination, water quality, water supply, groundwater. Potential impacts related to environmental resources, hazards, geology, traffic, air quality, water supply; biological studies conducted jointly with WCCA; entire Puente -Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor designated as SEA, altemative consistent with zoning, wildlife movement, cumulative effects, reliable mitigation measures, consistency with USFWS critical habitat, archaeological impacts, fuel mod zone, full range of alternatives, aesthetics. Consistency with RCPG and RTP, including 3.01, 3.03, 3.05, 3.09, 3.10, 3.12, 3.13, 3.14, 3.16, 3.17, 3.18, 3.20, 3.21, 3.22, 3.23, 3.24, 3.27, 4.010 4.02, 4.04, 4.16, 5.07, 5.11, 9.01, 9.02, 9.03, 9.04, 9.05, 9.06, 9.07, 9.08, I1M2 11.05,11,07, Postpone project until completion of HCP/NCCP and LA General Plan update; analyze project -level impacts; revise project description; project setting should include infrastructure improvements,jobs/housing, commute patterns, etc.; include thresholds of significance; land use consistency; population, housing, employment, recreation; geotechnical; biological resources and wetlands; hydrology, drainage and water quality; air quality; traffic/access; public services, utilities and facilities; aesthetics; agriculture; hazards, environmental safety, noise, flood and fire•, socio-economic impacts, cumulative analysis; alternatives; need for an EIS. Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP Wildlife Corridor Conservation Authority Concerns related to the viability for wildlife movement through the wildlife corridor as well as its choke points. Preserve core habitat areas. Explanation of how large drainage in central portion of site is used for wildlife movement. Need project alternatives and modifications. Analysis of carrying capacity and species of wildlife habitat needed, such as raptors and birds. Concern for open space preservation and management funding. Impacts to scenic viewsheds and trails. Extent of impacts from proposed oil remediation should be stated. Individuals -Written Comments Stephen Blagden (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic, access (Harbor Boulevard), new volumes due to roadway improvements, congestion at Harbor Blvd/Fullerton Rd at intersections of Colima and Whittier, commuter cut through traffic, increases of traffic on Hacienda Rd. and Pathfinder Rd., noise and air pollution, water supply, golf course as open space, recreation, and construction of a new fire station. Alan Boege (Resident) Impacts related to maintenance and repair of roads, cost analysis, emergency services, traffic, noise safety, air quality, and water quality. Traffic impacts at the following intersections: • Kashlan and Harbor - Fullerton Rd • Kashlan and Chota • Kashlan and Choban • Kashlan and Popenoe • Kashlan and Cypress • Peppernee and Harbor -Fullerton Peppertree and Popenoe Vista and Harbor - Fullerton Bella Vista and Harbor - Fullerton Vista and Meadowland Choral and Vista Cypress and Mayapan Cypress and Nabal Cypress and Walnut Cypress and Dorothea Cypress and Avocado Crest Dorothea and Nabal Benjamin Camarillo (Resident) Impacts related to wildlife corridor, traffic, schools, public services (police/fire/solid waste/sewage), health, homeland security, water supply, energy, parks and recreation, air quality, storm water, abandoned wells, noise. Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP Individuals May 8, 2003 Scoping Meeting -Written Comments Marie Allee (Resident) Potential impacts related to housing and traffic. Dean Anderson (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic and open space. Peter Arena (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic, water, air, and noise. Patsy Barrett (Resident) Potential impacts related to public services, open space, and schools. Truman Barrett (Resident) Potential impacts related to water, traffic, wildlife, and public services. Gene Beckman (Resident) Potential impacts related to open space, traffic, air pollution, affordable housing, sewage, drinking water. Carlo and Ingrid Bemabe (Resident) Potential impacts related to General Plan changes, schools, traffic, public services, recreation, wildlife, water, geological and ecological issues. Joyce Bhagwat (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic, safety, and wildlife concerns. Alan Boege (Resident) Potential impacts related to cost analysis of roads, future analyses of taxpayer costs, and detailed traffic studies of impacts. Steven Brause (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic. Sherri Bray (Resident) Potential impacts related to wildlife. Kathleen Brown (Resident) Potential impacts related to open space preservation. Robert Brown Sr. (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic and public services. John Chavira (Resident) Potential impacts related to ecological, environmental, and health issues. Lerdy Cogan (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic, public service, and schools. Nina Cogan (Resident) Potential impacts related to wildlife, traffic, and schools. Ann Cote (Resident) Potential impacts related to Concerned with the impact of over -pumping of local aquifers. James Crabb (Resident) Potential impacts related to Wildlife, water, and traffic issues. Derre Davenport (Resident) Potential impacts related to Traffic signal use, wildlife corridor and ridge lines must be preserved. James Ellison (Resident) Potential impacts related to Concerns about open space and traffic. Judith Ennis (Resident) Potential impacts relatedIo School, traffic, and affordable housing impacts. Jose Franco (Resident) Potential impacts related to Concerned with county's conflict of interest. Elizabeth Hojnacke (Resident) Potential impacts related to Wildlife and traffic concerns. Aera Master Planned Community Em Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP Laura Cohen (Resident) Ann Cote (Resident) Patty Flack (Resident) Mary Heninger (Resident) Eugene Metzger (Resident) Michael Patino (Resident) Mike Popovec Rowland Heights Community Coordinating Council Bonnie Shirley Attorney at Law Joseph Spano (Resident) Michelle Tolmasoff (Resident) Robert Villagran (Resident) Thomas Randolph Warner (Resident) Robert V. Way (Resident) Need for wildlife comdor, open space, and recreation. Impacts related to water supply/water resources. Impacts related to wildlife corridor, traffic, air quality, schools, police/fire service, water supply, wells, and on space. Potential impacts related to biological resources (including Calochortus plummerae), walnut trees, fire as and agent of biological diversity, and traffic. Impacts related to groundwater recharge and water quality (due to fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides). Potential impacts related to commercial traffic and vehicle access (North Berry Street), air pollution, vector control. Traffic impacts relating to the following intersections: Fullerton Rd/Sunrise • Fullerton Rd/Diamond Plaza Fullerton Rd/Gale Fullerton Rd/Mescal Fullerton Rd/Aguiro Fullerton Rd/Sordello Fullerton Rd/Los Palacios • Colima/Paso Real Collin son • Colima/Fairway • Harbor/Old Fullerton Rd (North) Harbor/Old Fullerton Rd (South) • Harbor/Vantage Point Dr Harbor/Wellington Potential impact related to water quality, water supply, wildlife water usage, natural streams, runoff; traffic, commuters, public services, schools, air quality, noise, habitat restoration, golf course, earthquake hazard, flood hazard, and wildlife corridors. Conduct biological study over 12 month period and impacts related to traffic. Potential impacts on wireless telecommunication service and related infrastructure. Potential impacts related to traffic, schools, noise and air quality, wildlife, and land use compatibility. Opposes project project; in favor of keeping the site as open space wildlife corridor. Potential impact on water resources/supply. Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP Michele Kanigowski (Resident) Potential impacts related to Traffic, schools, golf course concerns. K. N. Kelley (Resident) Potential impacts related to Zone change concern, Jean Kilmer (Resident) Potential impacts related to Violation of open space plan, traffic, and school concerns. Jill Kowalik (Resident) Potential impacts related to Concerned about Shell's supposed dedication to environmental protection. Frank and Marjorie Krouse (Resident) Potential impacts related to Concerns with wildlife preservation and public infrastructure. Hsiang - Cheng Kung (Resident) Potential impacts related to Build more freeway exits to alleviate traffic congestion. Linda Lohman (Resident) Potential impacts related to Excessive number of new homes and traffic. Frank Lonyai (Resident) Potential impacts related to Air quality and open space issues. David Malkin (Resident) Potential impacts related to Traffic, noise, animal, health facility, public service agency, and school impacts. Eugene Metzger (Resident) Potential impacts related to Groundwater replenishment and pollution concerns. Gary Peterson (Resident) Potential impacts related to Traffic congestion, open space, and potential earthquake issues. Mr. and Mrs. Mike Popovec (Resident) Potential impacts related to General Plan, schools, open space, traffic, geological, ecological, and water issues. Betty Reinke (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic. David Rodriguez (Resident) Potential impacts related to environmental concerns. Renee Stefanoff (Resident) Potential impacts related to school, traffic, wildlife issues. Greg TagliaFerri (Resident) Potential impacts related to open space. Joanne TagliaFerri (Resident) Potential impacts related to water, traffic, public services, and electricity. Nick Tcheng (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic. Richard Toscano (Resident) Potential impacts related to wildlife habitat. Jeanine Vieyra (Resident) Potential impacts related to schools. Robert Way (Resident) Potential impacts related to water resources. Lynne Rohrer Zinsley (Resident) Potential impacts related to open space. Richard Zinsley (Resident) Potential impacts related to housing and commercial building development. Resident 1 Potential impacts related to schools, traffic, overpopulation, and open space. Resident 2 Potential impacts related to traffic and wildlife. Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP Resident 3 Potential impacts related to wildlife, open space, housing and smog impacts. Individuals May 892003 Scoping Meeting -Oral Comments Michael Tardiff (Resident) Opposes the project, recommend land bought by state and ranchers kicked out. Yan Li (Resident) Opposes the project; interested in home values. Bob Henderson (Resident) Potential impacts to drainages for wildlife support and movement across property (drainages 26-34, 6, 14, 12 from L.A. County Significant Biological Areas), continuous open space, wildlife corridor, regional habitat. Russell Bell (Resident) Potential cumulative impacts; impacts related to open space, aesthetics, traffic, wildlife corridor, and water supply. Ingrid Bernabe (Resident) Impacts related to traffic, land use compatibility, air quality, water quality, wildlife, and open space preservation. Christian Cogdill (Resident) Potential impacts related to water supply and traffic. Groveue Anderson (Resident) Potential impacts related to land use compatibility, traffic and access. David Rodriguez (Resident) Potential impacts related to housing, density, biological resources, areas with a significant ecological area, wildlife corridor, water quality, air quality, traffic, public services, water supply, and affordable housing. Beverly Lepak (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic, woodland habitat, golf course use, water supply, water quality, and affordable housing. Dylan Hannon (Resident) Feasibility of restoration vs. preservation; potential impacts related to walnut trees. Karen Lang -McNabb (Resident) Potential impacts related to wildlife movement corridor and traffic. Susan Richardson (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic, police services, schools and sewage infrastructure. Robert Richardson (Resident) Potential impact related to traffic, oil field remediation, and air quality. Joanne Tagliaferri (Resident) Potential impacts related to wildlife, powerlines, and oil fields. Greg Tagliaferri (Resident) Potential impacts related to open space preservation. Michael Popvec (Resident) Potential impacts related to chemical contamination, wildlife habitat, and Rowland Heights' community General Plan, and traffic. Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents David Crabtree (Resident) Gayle Brunelle (Resident) Lisa Lamascus (Resident) Diane Taylor (Resident) Dr. Hubred (Resident) Comments in NOP Potential impacts related to compatibility with City of Brea's General Plan, traffic, open space preservation, public services, and project alternatives. Potential impacts related to traffic. Potential impact related to hydrology and open space. Potential impact related to senior housing. Potential impact related to open space preservation. * Denotes a "responsible agency." Agencies with discretionary authority over some aspect of the project are defined in CEQA as "responsible agencies" (Section 15381 of the CEQA Guidelines). Such agencies may use this EIR in their consideration of the project. Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Kieth Fullington (Resident) Kathryn Gomez (Resident) Joanne Hardy (Resident) James Hill (Resident) Mark Kaniewski (Resident) Rosemary Lee Koenig (Resident) Anneli Kyner (Resident) Becky Maffucci (Resident) Harry Miller (Resident) Janet Miller (Resident) Stephen Muller (Resident) K. Lunckard (Resident) Kerry Pomeron (Resident) Carol Rygh (Resident) Malvin Rygh (Resident) Margie Sepulveda (Resident) 7acquelyn and Robert Skinner (Resident) Jobie TOWnshend-Zenner (Resident) Respondent 1 Comments in NOP Potential impacts related to ridgelines, traffic, and density issues. Potential impacts related to traffic. Potential impacts related to wildlife and open space. Potential impacts related to overpopulation, traffic, air, water, and noise pollution. Potential impacts related to traffic. Potential impacts related to schools and traffic. Potential impacts related to wildlife, electricity, and open space. Potential impacts related to traffic and wildlife impacts. Potential impacts related to traffic, public service, noise, aesthetic, and wildlife. Potential impacts related to traffic, school, garbage, water, and power. tential impacts related to traffic. Po Potential impacts related to schools, traffic, roads, and emergency response time. Potential impacts related to wildlife, traffic, schools, floods, and ridgelines. Potential impacts related to wildlife corridor, earthquake, public service, and water. Potential impacts related to wildlife, housing, and traffic. Potential impacts related to traffic, housing, schools, open space, and wildlife corridor. Potential impacts related to traffic, water, and wildlife. Potential impacts related to wildlife corridor. Potential impacts related to schools, police, earthquakes, fire, water, and wildlife. Individuals May 15, 2003 Scoping Meeting -Oral Comments Craig Lamascus (Resident) Potential impacts related to chemical and contamination. Bill Madden (Resident) Potential impacts related to wildlife and open space preservation John Winds (Resident) Potential impact related to traffic. Jobie Townshend-Zellner (Resident) Potential impact related to traffic. Gary Petitt (Resident) Rosemary Lee Koenig (Resident) Excited this will reduce long commutes and widen roads. Potential impacts related to schools. Aera Master Planned Community EIR Summary of NOP Responses Respondents Comments in NOP Resident 3 Potential impacts related to wildlife, open space, housing and smog impacts. Individuals May 8,2003 Scoping Meeting -Oral Comments Michael Tardiff (Resident) Opposes the project, recommend land bought by state and ranchers kicked out. Yan Li (Resident) Opposes the project; interested in home values. Bob Henderson (Resident) Potential impacts to drainages for wildlife support and movement across property (drainages 26-34, 6, 14, 12 from L.A. County Significant Biological Areas), continuous open space, wildlife corridor, regional habitat. Russell Bell (Resident) Potential cumulative impacts; impacts related to open space, aesthetics, traffic, wildlife corridor, and water supply. Ingrid Bernabe (Resident) Impacts related to traffic, land use compatibility, air quality, water quality, wildlife, and open space preservation. Christian Cogdill (Resident) Potential impacts related to water supply and traffic. Groveue Anderson (Resident) Potential impacts related to land use compatibility, traffic and access. David Rodriguez (Resident) Potential impacts related to housing, density, biological resources, areas with a significant ecological area, wildlife corridor, water quality, air quality, traffic, public services, water supply, and affordable housing. Beverly Lepak (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic, woodland habitat, golf course use, water supply, water quality, and affordable housing. Dylan Hannon (Resident) Feasibility of restoration vs. preservation; potential impacts related to walnut trees. Karen Lang -McNabb (Resident) Potential impacts related to wildlife movement corridor and traffic. Susan Richardson (Resident) Potential impacts related to traffic, police services, schools and sewage infrastructure. Robert Richardson (Resident) Potential impact related to traffic, oil field remediation, and air quality. Joanne Tagliaferri (Resident) Potential impacts related to wildlife, powerlines, and oil fields. Greg Tagliaferri (Resident) Potential impacts related to open space preservation. Michael Popvec (Resident) Potential impacts related to chemical contamination, wildlife habitat, and Rowland Heights' community General Plan, and traffic. Section 2 Agencies/Organisations Wriften Comments MAY-21-2003 16:05 BREA OLINDA UNIFIED 714 529 2137 P.02/03 Business Services Brea* i Civic Center Circle, bevel Tat P.O, ]Box 300 j%�} V4n,* Brea, California 92WA300 Unil led 7W990a8x7 School District FAX 714529-2a37 May Zl, 2003 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 RE: NoBce of Preparation — Aera Master Planned Community We have received and reviewed the Natic;e of Preparation (NOP) for the Area Master Planned Community that is intended for property in Orange and Los Angeles Counties. Part of this planned development would fall within the attendance boundaries of the Brea Olinda Unified School District, and as such the District has several concerns that should be fnAy addressed in the Environmental Impact Report OM): 1. School impacts need to be thoroughly analyzed, particularly in neighborhoods being split not only by county boundaries, but also school district boundaries. 2. The need for a school site within the Brea Olinda Unified School District boundarics should also be thoroughly analyzed. The NOP identifies between 61U to 1,050 potential dwelling units for the Orange County portion of this development with all, or most, of that planned development falling within the District boundaries. Previously approved developments have documented the need for at least one, and possibly two, new school sites, Most recently, geotechnical review of one current elementary school site being considered for expansion has raised the possibility that that site may be recommended by different State agencies for closure and relocation to anew site. The impact of the additional dwelling units on the District's ability to provide adequate school housing is a very important area for thorough analysis. If this project is approved within the basic scope as described, the need for a school site is a very real concern for the District. The NOP does identify on page 8 that the development may include a possible school site, but does not indicate where that potential site is located within the project. 3. Traffic impacts on the local communities and potential transportation routes to existing or new schools should also be thoroughly analyzed. May 18, 2003 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Reference: Comments on the Notice of Preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report The following comments are being submitted on behalf of the Brea Terrace Homeowners Association Listed below axe specific envixonxnental impacts that should be included in the Area Master Planned Community (Project) Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Traffic 1. The EIR must determine if Bexxy Street (north of Central) can safely accommodate the additional traffic burden from the proposed project. 2. The EIR must evaluate the additional traffic burden from the proposed project on the intersection of Berry and Central following the complete occupancy of the single-family housing project now under construction at Betty and Central. 3. The EIR must determine the probability of increased vehicular traffic accidents at the intersections of Berry and Central and Berry and Northwood during peak commuting hours from the additional traffic burden attributable to the project. 4. The EIR must evaluate the impact of the increased automobile exhaust emissions in the surrounding residential areas, which may cause negative repertory health impacts, and the reduction in the quality of life of the surrounding residential population. 5. The EIR must make a determination of the effect of commercial truck traffic on Betty Street north of Central. The current usage of this section of Bexxy Street strictly supports traffic serving several residential neighborhoods. The introduction of commercial truck traffic, supporting the proposed commercial activities at the Project's golf course fundamentally changes the use of Berry Street. As such, three fundamental issues must be addressed. Those are traffic safety, the negative health effects in the surrounding neighborhoods from the introduction of diesel exhaust from commercial trucks, and the reduction in the quality of life of those residents whose homes are adjacent to Berry Street, 1742 NORTH ARTHUR DRIVE BREA, CA 92821 05i21io3 1o:2a YAS 'a""" May 20, 2003 City of Brea Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of I.os Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 W. Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 SUBJECT: NOTICE OF PREPARATION COMMENTS FOR AERA MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY EIR Dear Mr. Koutnik: I am writing in response to the Notice of Preparation (NOP) recently circulated for Aera Energy's proposed Master Planned Community within portions of unincorporated Los Angeles County as well as areas of unincorporated Orange County within Brea's Sphere of Influence (SOI). This proposed project is of substantial interest to the City due to its proximity to our jurisdiction and location within our SOI. We appreciate the opportunity to provide comment on your NOP and have the following comments for your consideration: 1. Annexation: We remain keenly interested in how this proposal will impact Brews quality 01 life, since the project is located in the backdrop to our community, and due to its proximity, a significant portion will be perceived to be part of the City of Brea Consistent with the County of Orange policies for development within Cities SOI's we must assume portions of this project will be considered for annexation into the City of Brea. Application for annexation should be filed with the City of Brea now and discussions regarding annexation details should become an integral part of the project processing with the County. At a minimum, it is the City's expectation that all Brea standards and guidelines for development should be achieved for development within our SOI. The project EIR should provide a through analysis of SOI policies as they relate to this project, its compatibility with City of Brea standards and guidelines, and service provisions as they relate to annexation, and as relevant and appropriate to CEQA. 2. General Plan: During the scoping meeting it was mentioned that the EIR would provide an analysis of compatibility with the Los Angeles County and Orange County General Plans, but no mention was made of Brea's General Plan. Such analysis should occur in the EIR consistent with County adopted policies for development within SOI areas. City Council Bev Perry John $eausiaan Bill Lentini ;(toy Moore Marty Slmonoff' Mayor Mayor ProTem Councitmember Counctlmember Councilmember Civic & Cultural Center • 1 Civic Center Circle • Brea, California 92821-5732 • 714/990-7600 • FAX 714/990-2258 05/21/03 15:30 FAX Qj004 RHNA for unincorporated areas of Orange County (see attached letter from CSUF Center for Demographic Research dated May 20, 1999). We have a concern that the County goals for affordability may conflict with the City of Brea's, which could create a conflict for future annexation especially as it - relates to meeting the Regional Housing Needs Assessment allocation of units by income category. We remain committed to affordable housing goals; however we recognize that our SOI contains a variety of development constraints (i.e. topography, sensitive habitat areas, etc.) and should not be viewed as open land easily lending itself to the development of any housing, much less affordable housing stock. The EIR should address affordable housing goals and regional solutions with these statements in mind. 6. Proposed Land Uses and Density: As proposed, the Aera Master Plan would have up to 1050 dwelling units in the Orange County portion of the plan. As previously mentioned, the City of Brea is currently undergoing a General Plan update that, in part, changes residential densities within hillside areas of the SOI. Additionally, to the extent we can establish proposed land use areas on the generalized land use map provided in the NOP, it conflicts with our existing General Plan and its designations. The portion of the site proposed as mixed use is designated commercial on our existing general plan, with no residential representation. The EIR should discuss the consistency of the proposed project density and land uses with the City allowed maximum density for the site and the City relevant Planning documents. Neither the existing or proposed City General Plan provide for the residential densities this applicant is proposing for portions of Brea's SOI. Again, we anticipate the adoption of new land use designations for the area as early as June. 7. Geotechnica! Issues: The Aera site has known landslides, geologic faults and unstable slope areas. These must be adequately addressed in the EIRI We're interested in how these items will be mitigated, and the proximity of these hazards to proposed housing and development. We are particularly concerned that enough investigation is performed to adequately design any necessary mitigation measures. All mitigation should be designed as part of the EIR and not deferred to future studies. as term Since Brea will be "downstream" from this project, we are interested in how the proposed drainage facilities will impact the capacity of Brea's storm drain systems, and any mitigation measures proposed. The EIR needs to include locations of proposed drainage facilities to determine the extent of their impact on the surrounding environment. Due to the hillside location of the project, the structural magnitude and locations of drainage facilities have the potential for causing significant impacts related to aesthetics and site stability. All designs should 05/21/03 15:31 FAX Ia006 interested in how the project designs around significant stands of said trees, or as mitigation, what the replacement ratio will be for the number of any trees that are removed in the development process. The EIR should also provide.through analysis of all wildlife habitat and wildlife corridor issues. The EIR must include an assessment and thorough discussion of potential impacts on these items and how they will be mitigated. 13. Recreation/Trails: What sort ofparks and recreation facilities are proposed for the project?. The significant addition of dwelling units this project represents could significantly increase the demand for organized sport fields in Brea. How will this _ . demand be mitigated? Is the project consistent with the City's master plan of trails as contained in the General Plan? The EIR should analyze how the project achieves the goals of the City's General Plan — Parks, Recreation and Human Services Element and what impacts may occur, and how they will be mitigated, for recreational resources. 14. Hazards: The project site includes oil wells, oil pipelines, tank farms and related facilities. As such, we will scrutinize proposed remediation programs and mitigation measures for potential hazards to ensure the safety of the existing and future residents from continuing oil field operations, tar seeps, petroleum -impacted soils and related issues. The City s recent history with similar issues at the Olinda Ranch project has given Brea a good baseline of experience on these matters. Any future mitigation programs will need to be well designed and discussed within the EIR, and not deferred to have details `worked out later." The EIR should include detailed mitigation measures for addressing the issues of tar seeps, methane gas, oil wells and continuing oil field operations. Said mitigation should be consistent with City of Brea codes. 15.. Public Services: We're concerned that the project has the potential to "stretch" Brea services, and would negatively impact the level of services that. Brews residents currently enjoy: • Life Safety — Consistent with County SOI policies, we must assume the Orange County portion of this project will be annexed to the City of Brea. Accordingly, a thorough discussion of service impacts, and appropriate mitigation, must occur in the EM Early contact with the appropriate City departments to better assess these impacts is encouraged. Will fire stations be provided on -site? If not, what will the response times be from nearest fire stations? A Fire Response Time Study should be performed as part of the EIR to demonstrate that the project will meet emergency response standards given the project's hillside design and road gradients.. • Schools —will schools be provided as part of the project? What about the impacts of children in the proposed homes attending schools in Brea Olinda Unified School District? Clearly, this is the purview of the School District, 05/21/03 15:32 FAX items, and appropriate analysis should be provided, consistent with CEQA regulations. Here is'a partial list: • General Plan • Zoning Ordinance • Hillside Management Ordinance • Art in Public Places program • Brea's Public Works Standards • Affordable Housing • Fire Department's fuel modification zone standards • Water Conserving and Drought Tolerant Landscaping Ordinance standards • Housing Element (recently approved by State) • Future Brea -- Shaping the Vision Document for Sphere of influence • Future Brea - Revisiting the Vision Report • Open Space Task Force — Final Report and Recommendations All guidelines, policies and standards of the City of Brea should be observed. The EIl2 should provide a thorough discussion on how the project achieves compliance, any impacts to City services, and any mitigation to offset impacts. Once again, early consultation with the appropriate City departments is encouraged. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Notice of Preparation for the Aera Master Planned Community Environmental hnpact Report. We look forward to,'reviewing the Draft EIR during the public comment period. Please feelfreeto call me at 714/ 990-7674 if you have any questions regarding the City of Brea's comments on the NOR Sincerel/y� David Crabtree, AICP City Planner cc: Tim O'Donnell, City Manager Charles View, Development Services Director Jim Markman, City Attorney Al Nero, Fire Chief Mike Messina, Police Chief Scott Malkemus, Community Services Director Pat McCarron, Maintenance Services Director Eric Nicoll, Economic Development Director Doug Stack, City Engineer Charles Shoemaker, Orange County Planning nMCs/plldawd/aera/areanopcomttr 05/21/03 15:34 FAX Lf,AJ V U L/ V V V gum rA IIFOR NIA City of Brea May 21, 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 W. Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 SUBJECT: NOTICE OF PREPARATION COMMENTS FOR AERA MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY EIR Dear Mr. Koutnik: I am writing in response to the Notice of Preparation (NOP) recently circulated for Aera Energy's proposed Master Planned Community within portions of unincorporated Los Angeles County as well as areas of unincorporated Orange County within Brea's Sphere of Influence (SOI). The City of Brea is extremely concerned about the potential impacts of this development due to its proximity to our jurisdiction and location within our SOI. We appreciate the opportunity to provide comment on your NOP. City staff has also prepared a letter regarding this NOP that will address the technical aspects of the project in more detail I would like to take. this opportunity to emphasize the high value the Brea community places on preservation of our surrounding hillsides, including property proposed for development as part of the Aera project. The City is committed to supporting the acquisition of open space where financially feasible. The Aera Energy project has the potential to create significant environmental impacts affecting all Brea residents including: ■ Air Quality • Traffic ■ Noise ■ Safety Recreation ■ Aesthetics Cary Council Bev Perrg ,goiur Beauman Bill Lentini Roy idloore iraarty Si,<nonoff Mayor Mayor Pro Tem Cauncilmember Councilmember Councilmember Civic & Cultural Center • 1 Civic Center Circle • Brea, California 92821-5732 - 714/990-7600 • FAX 714/990-2258 05/21/2003 16:59 9098613117 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PAGE 02 Carol Werrera Mayor Robert S. Huff Mayor Pro iem Wen P. Chang Council Member 7eborah W, O'Connor Counci/ Member Robert P. Zirbes Council Member May 21, 2003 City of Diamond Bar 21825 ti. Copley Drive •Diamond Bar, CA 91765.4178 (909) 860.2489 � Fax (9(19) 861.3117 www. CilyofDiamo nd Bar.cem Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Departmen# of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, California 90012-3225 Re: NOP of DEIR for Aera Energy LLC Master Planned Community Dear b1r. Koutnik: The City of Diamond Bar appreciates this opportunity to provide comment regarding Aera Energy's anticipated DEIR. We compliment both Los Angeles and Orange Counties for their willingness to act as w-Lead Agencies in preparing this report. We believe this approach will provide a welcome and productive opportunity to identify, quantify and subsequently solve a number of nagging regional issues that probably could not be addressed otherwise. The City is, of course, very interested in participating in the land use planning process related to these properties and is eager to provide whatever constructive contribution it can. To that end, we would like to provide the following suggestions as to some of the specific topics we'd like to see addressed in Aera's DEIR: JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES: One of the primary objectives related to land use planning included within Diamond Bar's City General Plan instructs the Ciiy's leadership to . , . Maintain City boundaries, which existing service capabilities, interdependencra, citizen desires expenditures. are reasonable in terms of social and economic and City revenues and In order to reach this particular objective, the General Plan also directs the City to pursue the following strategies: Nncyc7cdpapry 05/21/2003 16:59 9098613117 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PAGE 04 Mr, Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles May 215 2003 Page 3 LAND USE ISSUES: Aera Planning Area #5: City staff believes that this portion of the proposed project (Planning Area #5) would be better served if it were entirely located within the County of Orange. Additionally, we see no reason to connect the traffic circulation pattern of this particular neighborhood to the rest of the proposed project. It would be better for all concerned, if it were simply incorporated into the contiguous residential area located to the south it! the City of Brea. We understand that the proposed new golf course and associated Clubhouse are intended to be situated immediately north of Aera Planning Area #5, Diamond Bar staff recommends that the primary access/egress to/from this facility should come off of the proposed east -west connector located just north of the proposed golf course rather than from points south. This would reduce added cut4hrough traffic for the existing Brea residential area that would be impacted by increased traffic associated with the newly integrated housing units proposed for Planning Area 06. Aera Planning Area df4: The City supports the decision to prepare a Comprehensive Specific Plan for the entire 2,935 acres particularly since the Land Use Element of the Diamond Bar General Plan (pg. I-18) clearly requires a specific plan as follows: At such time as development might be proposed, (the City shall) require formulation of a specific plan pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section 65450 for the (City's) Sphere of Influence area that will protect its unique biological and open space resources, create fiscal benefits for the City and enhance its infrastructure, while minimizing future adverse impacts to both the human and natural environment of the City, as well as the region, As indicated in the DER NOP, 323 acres of the proposed project lie on the east side of SFt57 and within Diamond Bar°s Sphere of 05/21/2003 16:59 909BG13117 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PAGE 06 Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles May 21, 2003 Page 5 The City is very concerned with the possibility that this project might be approved with only two main points of ingress/egress for the traffic associated with an overwhelming majority of the proposed dwelling units. This would be the case 9 the proposed east -west connector did not go through unimpeded from 8857 to Harbor Blvd, leaving only the two connections from the project to Brea Canyon Road. The City does not consider such a situation to be sound municipal planning and encourages the co -Lead Agencies to resist pressures to approve such an infrastructure alignment for this project. Aera Planning Area #2: The City wishes fo stress the point that the proposed Mixed Use development located just south of Aera Planning Area #2 (near the Tonner Canyon Road/SR57 Interchange) would seem to be uniquely situated such that it (and we all) could significantly benefit by applying recent advances in Transportation Oriented Development (TOD)-related planning philosophies. CIRGULATIQN ISSUES: The City feels that the DEIR's Traffic Study should include a full analysis of regional traffic issues including those associated with an extension of Eucalyptus Avenue in Chino Hills to Harbor Boulevard in Los Angeles County. Aera's proposed project could potentially include the portion of this suggested east -west connector that would lie between the existing Tonner Canyon Road/SR-57 interchange and a connection to Harbor Boulevard. We seemerit in studying what effects this new arterial would have on reducing traffic congestion within the grid bounded by and including the following road segments: ♦ Harbor Blvd./f=ullerton Road, from Imperial Hwy to Colima/ Golden Springs Road ♦ Colima/Golden Springs Road, from Fullerton Road to Grand Avenue ♦ Grand Avenue, from Golden Springs Road to Chino Hills Parkway ♦ Chino Hills Parkway, from Grand Avenue to Carbon Canyon/Lambert Road 05/21/2003 16:59 9098613117 CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PAGE 08 Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles May 21, 2003 Page 7 have any questions or need further information from the City regarding our comments. ' 0 ely, L da C. Lowry City Manager cc: City Council Carol Herrera Mayor Robert S. Huff Mayor Pro Tem Wen P. Chang Council Member eeborah H. O'Connor Council Member Robert P. Zirbes Council Member City of Diamond Bar, 21825 E. Copley Drive •Diamond Bar, CA 91765-4178 (909) 860-2489 •Fax (909) 861-3117' www.CityofDiamond Bar.com May 21; 2003 Mr: Daryl Koutnik .County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, California 90012-3225 Re: NOP of DEIR for Aera Energy LLC Master Planned Community Dear Mr. Koutnik: The City of Diamond Bar appreciates this opportunity to provide comment regarding Aera Energy's anticipated DEIR. We compliment both Los Angeles and Orange Counties for their willingness to act as co -Lead Agencies in preparing this report. We believe this approach will provide a welcome and productive opportunity to identify, quantify and subsequently -solve--a-number of nagging regional issues that probably could not be addressed otherwise. The City is, of course, very interested in participating in the land use planning process, related .to these properties and is eager to provide whatever constructive contribution it can. To that end; we would like to provide the following suggestions as to some of the specific topics we'd like to see addressed in Aera's DEIR: JURISDICTIONAL ISSUES: One of the primary objectives related to land use planning included within Diamond Bar's City General Plan instructs the City's leadership to .. . Maintain City boundaries, which are reasonable in terms of existing service capabilities, social and economic interdependence, citizen desires, and City revenues and expenditures. In order to reach this particular objective, the General Pian also directs the City to pursue the following strategies: Rerycled paper Or, Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles May 21, 2003 Page 3 no reason to connect the traffic circulation pattern of this particular neighborhood to the rest of the proposed project. It would be better for all concerned, if it were simply incorporated into the contiguous residential area located to the south in the City of Brea. We understand that the proposed new golf course and associated clubhouse are intended to be situated immediately north of Aera Planning Area #5. Diamond Bar staff recommends that the primary access/egress to/from this facility should come off of the proposed east -west connector located just north of the proposed golf course rather than from points south. This would. reduce added cut -through traffic for the existing Brea residential area that would be impacted by increased traffic associated with the newly integrated housing units proposed for Planning Area #5. ' Aera Planning Area #4: The City supports the decision to prepare a comprehensive Specific Plan for the entire 2,935 acres particularly since the Land Use Element of the Diamond Bar General Plan (pg. I-18) clearly requires a specific plan as follows: At such time as development might be proposed, (the City shall) require formulation of a specific plan pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section 65450 for the (City's) Sphere of Influence area that will protect its unique biological and open space resources, create fiscal benefits for the City and enhance its infrastructure, while minimizing future adverse impacts to both the human and natural environment of the City, as well as the region. As indicated in the DER NOP, 323 acres of the proposed project lie on the east side of SR57 and within Diamond Bars Sphere of Influence area. The City's General Plan also provides pertinent instructions related to this property. It states that: (The City should) encourage clustering within the most developable portions of the project sites to preserve open space and/or other natural resources. Such development should be located to coordinate with long-term plans for active parks, passive (open space) parks, and preserve natural open space areas." The General Plan then further instructs that "Where feasible within new developments, (the City should) encourage a mixture of complementary development types (e.g., commercial, residential, recreational, sales tax and employment -generating uses) which can be provided in an integrated manner. Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles May 21, 2003 Page 2 Seek annexation of those areas which have primary access through Diamond Bar and whose residents and businesses are most logically served by the City, and Consider annexation of additional areas west of the City boundaries including expansion of the adopted Sphere of Influence, where the following findings can be made: (a) Compatibility exists with the goals and desires of the people and the City of Diamond Bar. (b) The proposed annexation is consistent with goals and objectives of the General Plan; (c) Significant benefits will be derived by the City and affected property owners/residents upon annexation. With these points in mind, the City requests that the DEIR for this proposed project include an alternative wherein the overwhelming majority of the properties included in proposed Specific Plan would be annexed by and, into the City of Diamond Bar as a condition of any future development approvals or agreements. The City recognizes that 321 acres of the proposed project are currently located within Orange County and that in order for the City's request to be honored, a realignment of the Los Angeles/Orange County Line in this area would also be needed. Due to the opportunity that exists with this project, wherein the two counties are serving as co -Lead Agencies, there would seem to be no better time than within the deliberation of this development project to address the subject of county jurisdiction realignment. It is the opinion of City. staff that all effected parties, citizens, landowners and agencies would be better served if the Los Angeles/Orange County boundary were to be realigned in such a manner as to follow the Puente -Chino Hills southernmost ridgeline that exists generally speaking from Harbor Boulevard on the west to the Brea Olinda Landfill's northern property line on the east. LAND USE ISSUES: Aera Planning Area #5: City staff believes that this portion of the proposed project (Planning Area #5) would be better served if it were entirely located within the County of Orange. Additionally, we see Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles May 21, 2003 Page 4 With this firmly in mind, the City suggests that all approved development for these 323 acres be constrained to and clustered north of (and below) the Tonner Canyon ridgeline E that traverses the Aera Planning Area #4 parcel in a northeasterly to southwesterly direction. Although the General Plan calls for a maximum development density of one unit per five acres in the Diamond Bar SO1 (for a maximum allowable dwelling units total of 65 for the 323 acre parcel), the City would be interested in discussing and would, like to see the DEIR include an alternative scenario wherein potential density bonuses and/or a "mixed use" development (Le., commercial, residential, etc, as referenced above) would be allowed on the property in exchange for the above mention constraints. It would be a primary goal of the City's efforts in'this regard to keep that portion of the project's property lying within Tonner Canyon (south of the ridgeline) as permanent open space. Also in keeping with our General Plan's instructions, the City would ask that the resultant dedicated open space properties be offered as a donation to the City or, if preferred, to a regional conservancy such as the Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority. Aera Planning Area #3: The City is very concerned with the possibility that this project might be approved with only two main points of ingress/egress for the. traffic associated with an overwhelming majority of the proposed dwelling units. This would be the case if the proposed east - west connector did not go through unimpeded from.SR57 to Harbor Blvd, leaving only the two connections from the project to Brea Canyon Road. The City does not consider such a situation to be sound municipal planning and encourages the co -Lead Agencies to resist pressures to approve such an infrastructure alignment for this project. Aera Planning Area #2: The City wishes to stress the point that the proposed Mixed Use development located just south of Aera Planning Area #2 (near the Tonner Canyon Road/SR57 Interchange) would seem to be uniquely situated such that it (and we all) could significantly benefit by applying recent advances in Transportation Oriented Development (TOD)-related planning philosophies. 05/21/200a 12:27 FAX 582905984a COMDSIINITY DEV @J02 City of La Habra "A Caring Community" May 20, 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department o(Regional Planning 320 West TempleStrect Los Angeles, California 9UU12-3225 Re: Notice of Prepazation Aera Master Platmed Community Dcar Mr. Koutnik, ADMINISTRATION BUILDING Via Fax and Mail 207 E. Ia Habra Boulevard P.O. Hox 337 La Habra, CA 90b33-0337 Office: (Sb2) 905-9700 Fax:(562)905-9719 Thank you for the opportunity to review the Notice of Preparation for the project known as the "Aera Matter Planned Community". As an adjacent communiTy that will be impacted by the xoject, the City of La Habra offers the following crnnments and concerns: ]. The Notice of Preparation indicates potential significant impacts to the transportatio»/circulation system. It is noted in the Notice of Preparation, these potential imI acts will be addressed in the ETR that will be prepared for this project The City reyuesls a copy o(lhe document when ii becomes available. Therefore, there may he further comments at that time once review of the CIR has been completed b�the City of La Ilabra. 2. The Envirornnental Checklist indicates there is a "Potentially Significant Impact" due to increased gaff c. The City of La Habra. requests the intersection of Harbor Boulevard be: included in the analysis. Portions of Harbor Boulevard and Whittier Boulevard are on the Orange County Congestion Management Program highway system. L� addition, project traffic impacts to La Habra residential areas should be included in the analysis especially neighborhoods located along Hazbor boulevard a it relates tocut-through traffic. As delays occur at the signalized intersection of Whittier Boulevard and Harbor Boulevard, La Habra Boulevard and Harbor Boulevard, alternative routes to avoid these intersections wilt occur that will impact the immediate residential neighborhoods. The City is very concerned with the amount of traffic to be deposited onto Harbor Boulevard. The proposed design plan calls for over 3,000 homes to have direct access onto Harbor Boulevard. Given the congestion o i the 57 Freeway during rush hours (morning and evenings), Harbor Boulevard will become significantly impacted due to the parallel path !t follows with the 57 Freeway, and it's direct connection with the 60 Freeway to the north., and the 05/21/2003 12:27 FAX 5629059643 COMMUNITY DEV Mr. Koutnik 5/20/03 Page 3 10. How will sewer service be provided to the development? Will the project request to connect into .he City of La Habra's system? It should not be expected that the development would be permitted to connect into the City of La Habra's system without both the approval of the City of La Habra and the Orange County Local Agency Fom)ation Commission. 11. An existing school located within the City of La hIabra is adjacent to the project area An analysis .hould be conducted as to potential noise and air quality impacts resulting frora the development. The air quality analysis should also address the potential creation of hot spots at traffic intersections or cumulative impacts at intersections. 12. Duc to elevation changes within the project site, an analysis should be conducted as to impacts to the existing residential homes along the southern boundary due to the potential lost of privacy. The scenic impact and loss of the quality of life for the adjacent residential community resulting from the change of the project area from its natural state -;o residential development should be addressed. 13. The construction of a regional park and the parking demands generated by the activities proposed within ale park should be analyzed to determine impacts to Harbor Boulevard. 1 a. impacts to the La Habra School system should be addressed if it is anticipated that children will be sent to the local school district. Impacts include school capacity, increased tra: fic from students driving to the school, parents dropping off or picking up children and increased bus traffic to the local neighborhoods_ 15. Impacts to the local branch of the Orange County Library system within the City of La Habra should be addressed if no additional public library facility is planned for the development. 16. Analysis should be provided as to the potential impacts to Police services within the City of La H 3bra as a result of increase calls for assistance. l7. Impacts resulting from ren,ediation of hazardous materials from oil field operations should be addressed including potential risks associated with removal and transportatio i of contaminated materials. I & An analysis of impacts to the City of La Habra's recreational programs should be addressed. 'fhe City of La Habra provides recreational programs for the residents of 1245 No. Hacienda Road La Habra Heights, CA 90631 (562) 694-6302 May 12, 2003 �tslht V'td VR 14f 93M, tT XIV/y �s 1 Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, California 90012-3225 RE: Scoping Comments in Response to Notice of Preparation For a Draft Environmental Impact Report: AERA Master Planned Community Dear Sir: On Apri121, 2003, the County of Los Angeles released a Notice of Preparation (NOP) for a Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the AERA Master Planned Community (the Project) which is a proposed phased development of up to 3,600 dwelling units. The City has reviewed the NOP and offers its comments on the proper scope and content for the EIR in this proceeding. The City of La Habra Heights (City) abuts the western boundary of the proposed project and thus will be directly affected by the project. The City has several overriding concerns relating to this massive project. The major concerns to the City, as a result of the Project, are traffic and circulation, noise, light, and the potential for interruption of the wildlife corridor. The scale of the Project, and the anticipated impacts of such a project beyond its boundaries are of utmost concern to the City and its citizens for many reasons. The EIR must identify and analyze the Project's full range of environmental impacts. This will include, but is not limited to, identifying and quantifying potential impacts to: noise, light, traffic, circulation patterns, recreation, open space, water quality and supply, storm drainage, air quality, riparian zones, terrestrial habitats, and amenity values for an existing rural quality of life, including scenic open space. Additionally, it is essential to recognize that the environmental impacts may well occur beyond the physical boundaries of the defined project area, particularly since this is a complex and dense project involving a significant number of dwelling units, commercial, We also request that the land use analysis consider the Project, especially its traffic and _ circulation components, as they relate to the soon -to -be -adopted La Habra Heights General Plan, which applies to the westernmost portions of the AERA Project area. There are several other issues that should be addressed in the EIR. The proposed County soccer field at Harbor Boulevard, in addition to the proposed through street from the —_ Project, should be considered with respect to the impacts that will result from its development and use in combination with Me development of the Project. Noise, traffic, lights, visual impacts on surrounding and adjacent neighborhoods to the soccer field should.be addressed. Impacts on development of Site #9 of the Sansinena Field, owned by Bentley -Simonsen, Inc., should be analyzed for noise and other impacts related to development in the Project Area. Impacts on air quality should be analyzed with respect not only to the pollutants that result from traffic circulation, but also from airborne dust contaminants from grading and construction of a development of this size. With regard to movement and habitat of wildlife, the impact of the construction process, erection of barriers such as homes, and concomitant light pollution may impact the food and water sources, sleeping and breeding locations of animals and birds. Wildlife is an important aspect of our City and the area, including the Project area. Accordingly, the habitat values that sustain wildlife should he evaluated and maintained. The study should address these impacts and define how mitigation measures achieve the goal of preserving existing biota and wildlife. Finally, as the EIR addresses in detail the required elements, it should consider the impacts on the surrounding, existing environment, the environment that ensures the high value of this prospective new community. It is in the best interests of both the future residents and the existing surrounding property owners to create a development that will enhance value for all those who reside, own property or enjoy the benefits of the Project area and its surroundings. Accordingly, the entitlement process must be transparent and must be open to the input of those who will suffer the impacts and benefits of the development. The City of La Habra Heights stands ready to be an active participant in the review process for this development. Should you have any questions regarding our comments, please direct them to: David O. Butler Mayor Owen Newcomer Mayor Pro Tem Bob L. Henderson Council Member Greg Nordbak Council Member Allan Zolnekoff Council Member Stephen W. Helvey City Manager City of `I�VFcittter 13230 Penn Street, Whittier, California 90602-1772 (562) 464-3301 May 8, 2003 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, California 90012-3225 Dear Mr. Koutnik: RE: Comments on the Notice of Preparation for the Aera . Master Planned Community You have requested the views of the City of Whittier as to the scope and content of the environmental information relating to the subject proposed project. Th'e City of Whittier has identified two main issues that need to be addressed and mitigated as the Aera project is evaluated: Protection of the wildlife corridor that extends from the City of Whittier to the Cleveland National Forest. In light of the fact that we are represented on the Wildlife Corridor Conservation Authority, we would reiterate their comments and hope to see them appropriately addressed in your preparation of the Environmental Impact Report for the project. Consideration of the impacts of east -west traffic flows on the roadways in and around the City of Whittier. As a convenient bypass for the 60 (Pomona) Freeway, the east -west street system in Whittier is significantly affected by the traffic resulting from increasing residents to the east of us. It is our understanding that this proposed project would generate tens of thousands of weekly trips, many of which would be traveling to the employment centers to the west. Our street system is already significantly impacted as a result of current development and it is our belief that additional trips could raise the congestion to serious levels. We respectfully request that you study the traffic on Whittier Boulevard, Lambert Road, Colima Road and Mar Vista Street. Especially significant intersections include: Whittier Boulevard and Colima Road; Colima Road and Mar Vista Daryl Koutnik Page Two May 8, 2003 Street; Whittier Boulevard and Painter Avenue; the five -points intersection at Whittier Boulevard, Pickering Avenue, Washington Boulevard, La Cuarta Street and Santa Fe Springs Road; Whittier Boulevard and Norwalk Boulevard; Lambert Road and Washington Boulevard. We look forward to your analysis of the impacts of the proposed project on our City and stand ready to assist you if you think that we could help. Manager pc: City Council Ann Ybarra, Director of Community Development MAY-27-2003 15:56 FROM:ENVIRONMENTRLPLNG 17148346132 T0:91213G260434 P.008/009 �� o BRYAN 5PRRGL EMR County of Orange �r�MD.RIM M � BOON, rrowlaR sr. ti� planning & Development Services Department SANTAANA,cALIrORNIA '9,Zrb'OR'c� MAR.INO ADDRF,SS: F,O, iBOXA04a SANPA ANA, OA 92102✓MB NCL 03-OSO May 27, 2003 Daryl S�outnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 SUI3JECT: NOP of a DE1R for the Aera Energy Masten Planned Community Dear 1Vlr„ Koutnik: The above .referenced item is a Notioc o£ Preparaiion (I tOP) o£ a Dratt Envirom mental lrnpaet Report (JaEIR) foz the County of Los Angeles (and the County of Orangc). The 2,935.acre. projeet site is located on the border of Los Angeles and Orange Counties, just west of San Bernardino County, (Approximately 321 acres is in Orange County while the remaining approximately 2,614 acres is in Los Angeles County.) The project consists of a General Plan Amendmcnt, ,Zone Change, and Specific Plan to allow the phased development of 3,600 dwelling units, and 18-hole golf course, local and community parks, local commercial uses, internal. greenbelts and open space preservation areas. The County of Orange has reviewed the NOP and of£ets the following comments: FLOOD The planning area encompasses appmximate]y 2,935 acres of land that eturently consists of an active oil field and undeveloped open, space. The proposed pzoj eat land use concept would provide for open space, parks, urban development, residential and mixed uses within the planning area. Several. watercourses including, but not limited to, the Coyote Creek Cheox el (A01) and the Erea Creek Channel (A04) are located in the planning area within unincorporated Orange County. MAY-27-2003 15:54 FROM:ENVIRONMENTALPLNG 17148346132 T0:912136260434 P6002/009 10. Prior written approval from the County's Flood Control. Division is required if any proposed flood control facility is proposed to be turned over to OCFCD for operation anal _ maintenance. Any future OCFCD operated and maintained facility should be designed and constructed to OCFCD's current design criteria and standards and rights -of way for the OCFCD facility dedicated in fee title free and clear of covenants, casements or other encumbrances. 11. Upstream and downstream floodplains that could be affected by the proposed project should be analyTed and Letters of Map Revision (LOMR) processed via Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). 12. Water quality issues associated with any proposed developments on. watercourses traversing Orange County should be coordinated with the County's Watershed. and Coastal Resources Division prior to implementing project. WATER QUALITY 13. For the area of t11c project that is witltin or draaras to the Couuty o£ Orange, it is recommended that the following issues be addressed id the DEIR: A. Existing conditions o£Receiving Waters as identified in the Water Quality Control Plan —Santa Ana Basin (Basin Plan), with its goals and objectives for surface water quality; B. Water quality irnpairrnentsin Uxe downstream, receiving waters, as reflected in. the 2002 Clean Water Act 303(d) list; C. The potential surface water quality impacts of the project including but not limited to: construction activities, loragnterm runoff impacts of new impervious surfaces, pesticides and fertilizers applied to landscaping, future spills from accidents anal/or improper bv.sin.ess management of chemicals; as they relate to a and b; and D. Mi.tigarions for project water quality impacts, wlucll should include: 1) Preparation of a construction Stormwater Pollution. Prevention Plau. under State National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) ,requirements; 2) Development of a long-term post -construction Project Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP), describing commitments to installation and maintenance of structural facilities and conduct of non-structural Best Management practices (BMPs) consistent with the Countywide Drainage Area Management Plan (DAMP) New Development Appendix. Under the new Municipal Stormwater NPDBS permit and in the pending 2003 DAMP, housing developrn,e�ats often units or more will be considered 3 MAY-27-2003 15:55 FROM:ENVIRONMENTRLPLNG 17148346132 TO:912136260434 P4004/009 17. Primary management goals for sensitive open space resource areas should include conservation, protection, restoration anal enhancement of native habitat and species and preservation of an existing key wildlife corridor, Aesthetics: interface huf£er between proposed urban, residential and mixed-uso development, and sensitive open space (a minunum 150 feet is recommended), should be incorporated as a project condition. Placement of the buffer within an irrevocably offered Scenic Preservation Easement to a public agency should occur prior to recordation of applicable adjacent subdivision maps, subject to approval the applicable public agency. 19. Lon.g-term light and noise impacts should be evaluated willain khe DB]It and mitigation measures provided, The potential to impact sensitive animal species by light and noise inlaerently poses Oke potential to impact species diversity, 20. Urban edge treatment should be required of the project propgnent at the edge of the open space corridor area. Urban edge treatment should incorporate Number 18. above, as well as establish building height and grading treatments to preserve views from within open space areas. It is anticipated riding and hiking trails users may ultimately utilize trails within the open space corridor area. Wildlife Awareness: 2l. CC&cR's should inform/notify homeowners of the constraints living adjacent a sensitive open space area with wild anunals in conjunction witty development a£ an educational brochure. Bikeways and. Trails• Note: Two Class -I (paved off road) bikeways ate proposod in fhe project vicinity: A. Brea Creek Bikeway: O range County Master Plan: The grange County Transportatign Authority's Strategic Plan for regional bikeways proposes the Brea Creels Bikeway, a regional Class I bikeway, along Brea Creek in Brea to just north of the Brea city limits. City of Brea Master Plan.: The City's bikeways master plan shows the Brea Creek Bikeway continuing noarlhward to the Los .Angeles County true, Los Angeles County Master Ilan: The Brea Creek Bikeway is not depicted on the Lqs Angeles County Bikeways Ivlaster P1.an, wilclt ware adopted in 19�2. Ilowcver, the plan is currently being updated and may depict this bikeway. The Los Angeles County Bikeways Coordinator has expressed interest in the S MAY-27-2003 15:56 FROM:ENUIRONMENTRLPLNG 17148346132 T0:9121362GO434 P.006/009 A. Class I Bikeway: paved off road bikeway; used wavily by bicyclists and pedestrians. B. Class lI Bikeway: on -road bikeway with striped lanes and used by bicyclists, C. Riding & I liking Trail: natural surface or decomposed gi anite (DC3) trail; used by equestrians, mountain bicyclists, and hikers. B. lrt short, "bikewa} ' would be used for paved routes and. "trail" would refer tp unpaved routes. Graphics: 23. We suggest including a figure in the DE1R showing local an,d regional trails and bikeways (both existing and proposed) within the project site and surrounding areas. The figure should include the Brea Creek and Tonner Canyon Bikeways. 1:IISTORICAL 24. The NOP included the initial study ch..ecklist attd environtrtental analysis tlxat found that tb.ea,,e were no potential impacts to paleontological resources, Since the project area is within an area of oil production since the early 1900's, it seems likely that paleontological resources would be expected in the oil -rich area as well as historical/archacological resources £roan. the historical activities. 25. The D}31IZ should include the mitigations for potential impacts to cultural resources and use the current standards for curation, preparing fossils to the point of identification, and donating collections to a suitable repository. The project proponent should be prepared to pay potential curation fees for the long -terms care of the collection. WASTE Air AIJAGEMEIV'I' 24. Tlie NOP indicates that the proposed Aera Energy Master i'laruted Conunutlity would be Located on 2,935 ncres. Of this total, 2,614 avrca would bo lgcatcd in unincorporated Los Angeles County and 321 acres would be located in unincorporated Orange County, The DEIR, Solid Waste Section should indicate that solid wastes generated in the Los Angeles County portion of the development will be transported to solid waste disposal facilities serving Los Angeles County trash, Similarly, the DER should indicate that solid wastes generated in the Orange County portion of the development would be transported to facilities serving Orange County trash. The disposal of oat-of=County wastes at Orange County landfills is prohibited except under existing contracts with, hauling companies to import specified amounts of out -of -County waste. The northern boundary of the Olinda Alpha Landfill is located approximately 0.75 mile south of the proposed boundary of the ,Aera Energy Master Planned Community 7 JAMES A. NOYES, Director May 21, 2003 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 900 SOUTH FREMONT AVENUE ALHAMBRA, CALIFORNIA 91803-1331 Telephone:(626)45&5100 www,ladpw.org TO: Daryl Koutnik Department of Regional Planning FROM: Rod Kubomoto? t�d Watershed Management Division RESPONSE TO A DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AERA MASTER -PLANNED COMMUNITY UNINCORPORATED COUNTY AREA OF LOS ANGELES ADDRESS P.O. IN REPLY PLEASE W M-4 REFER TO FILE: Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the subject project. The proposed project consists of a 3,000-acre master -planned community including a general plan amendment, zone change, and specific plan to allow for phased development of a maximum of 3,600 dwelling units and the inclusion of a golf course, local community park uses, local community commercial uses, internal green belt, and open space preservation areas. The project includes an active oil field and contiguous property located in both the County of.Los Angeles and Orange County jurisdictions. The project would provide for major open space uses and a habitat restoration zone of several hundred acres. Also, it will include the permanent preservation/enhancement of a wildlife movement corridor extending from a riparian area at the northwest boundary of the project site to Tonner Creek at the southeast corner of the project site. A comprehensive water quality program, maximizing the use of the natural treatment systems, including a new riparian corridor and natural treatment water quality wetlands along Berry Creek, will be provided. The majority of the 2,935-acre project site is located within an unincorporated area of the County of Los Angeles and the remaining portion is located within unincorporated Orange County. We have reviewed the submittal and offer the following comments: Environmental Programs As projected in the Los Angeles County Countywide Siting Element, which was approved by a majority of the cities in the County of Los Angeles in late 1997 and by the County Board of Supervisors in January 1998, a shortfall in permitted daily landfill Daryl Koutnik May 21, 2003 Page 3 Flood Maintenance If the project requires Public Works' maintenance of flood control facilities, plan reviews -- will be required by Design and Flood Maintenance Divisions. At that point, we would be able to provide specific comments to the project. If you have any questions, please contact Jerry Burke at (626) 4584114. Geotechnical and Materials Engineering The requested Environmental Impact Report (EIR) must be submitted for review. The EIR shall address the Geotechnical issues identified in the Notice of Preparation/Initial Study. A description of the project and the associated grading, i.e., existing and proposed grades, etc., must be shown on a topographic map. Also, all geotechnical hazards must be identified, and any mitigation measures discussed in detail. The requested information shall be included in the appropriate documents, as requested by others. Portions of the project are located within both mapped potentially liquefiable areas and mapped potential seismically induced landslide areas, per the State of California Seismic Hazard Zone Map, La Habra and Yorba Linda Quadrangles. However, liquefaction analysis and seismic slope stability analysis are not warranted at this time. Detailed liquefaction and seismic stability analyses, conforming to the requirements of the State of California Division of Mines and Geology Special Publication 117, must be conducted at the tentative map and/or grading/building plan stages. If you have any questions, please contact Amir Alam at (626) 458-4925. Land Development Grading and Drainage The environmental document does not provide sufficient information to determine what drainage impacts, if any, the project may have toward County facilities/area drainage. To properly assess any drainage and water quality impacts and to determine appropriate mitigation, a drainage concept/Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) report will be required. We recommend that the applicant prepare a drainage concept/SUSMP report showing the extent of drainage and water quality impacts, and if necessary, provide mitigation acceptable to the County. The analysis should address Daryl Koutnik May 21, 2003 Page 5 consultation and determination of CEQA levels of significance shall be obtained from these potential responsible agencies and submitted to Public Works and the Department of Regional Planning. If you have any questions, please contact Nickolas VanGunst of our Traffic Studies Section at (626) 3004768. Watershed Management San Gabriel River Watershed The proposed project should include investigation of watershed management opportunities to maximize capture of local rainfall on the project site, eliminate incremental increase in flows to the storm drain system, and provide filtering of flows to capture contaminants originating from the project site. This development will likely be subject to the SUSMP requirements from the Regional Water Quality Control Board. The intent of SUSMP regulations is to treat stormwater runoff from new developments to reduce pollutant loadings in the watershed. The developer may wish to consider multiuse mitigation measures such as an artificial lake or wetlands as opposed to single -use measures such as an underground water treatment structure. A multiuse measure, such as a lake, can meet the SUSMP requirements and also enhance the aesthetic and recreational value of the community. If you have any questions, please contact Glenn Howe at (626) 458-5963. FEMA Support Parts of this project may be subject to Flood Zone C, which consists of areas of minimal flooding. The property does not appear to be located in a Special Flood Hazard Area. If you have any questions, please contact Geoffrey Owu at (626) 458-4317, NPDES--Urban Runoff And Stormwater Quality Comments The proposed project should fully assess and incorporate all appropriate Best Management Practices to enhance quality of urban runoff and stormwater. The project shall comply with all the requirements of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Stormwater Permit issued by the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board to the County of Los Angeles and local agencies, including, i`�' ., OF LQ8 AttiGELE=u CCL.JI`RTY 1955 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601-1400 ' Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4998; Whittier, CA 90607-4998 JAMES F. STAHL Telephone: (562J 699-741 1, FAX: (562J 699-5422 Chief Engine rq( pager www.lacsd.org May 6, 2003 RR ���5�8� File No: 21-00.04-00 � � - �__ '`•.,_jai $ 7�Cu _ �4 �EGEOPddC FLAfl�Ai1PrG - i.A. EBUR�IY Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Dear Mr. Koutnik: Aera Master Planned. Communit The County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County (Districts) received a Notice of Preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report for the subject project on April 23, 2003. We offer the following comments regarding sewerage service: 1. The entire project area is outside the jurisdictional boundaries of the Districts. Portions of the project area that will be served by District No. 21 will require annexation into that District before sewerage service can be provided to the proposed development. For specific informafion regarding the annexation procedure and fees, please contact Ms. Margarita Cabrera at extension 2708. Copies of the Districts' Annexation Information and Processing Fees sheets are enclosed for your convenience. 2. Nearby local sewer Lines on the west side of the 57 Freeway convey wastewater to two different locations along the Districts' Joint Outfall "H" Unit 7C Trunk Sewer, in San Jose Road at Otterbein Avenue and in a right of way along the south side of San Jose Road east of Charlie Road. This 33-inch diameter trunk sewer has a design capacity of 23.6 million gallons per day (mgd) and conveyed a peak flow of 6.6 mgd when last measured in 2001. Other riearby local sewer lines on the east side of the 57 Freeway convey wastewater to the Districts' Diamond Bar Trunk Sewer in Brea Canyon Road at Via Sorella. This 18-inch diameter trunk sewer has a designed capacity of 12.3 mgd and conveyed a peak flow of 5.5 mgd when last measured in 2001. Wastewater generated within the proposed project area will be treated at the San Jose Creek Water Reclamation Plant (WRP), located adjacent to the City of Industry. The San Jose Creek WRP has a design capacity of 100 mgd and currently processes an average flow of 87.7 mgd. Wastewater flows that exceed the capacity of the San Jose Creek WRP, and all sludge, are diverted to and treated at the Joint Water Pollution Control Plant (JWPCP) located in the City of Carson. The JWPCP has a design capacity of 385 mgd and currently processes an average flow of 325.5 mgd. �< ae�cEd rere� Mr. Daryl Koutnik 2 May 6, 2003 4. The estimated average wastewater flow from the project area is 1.5 to 2 mgd. A copy of the Districts' average wastewater generation factors is enclosed for your information. 5. The Districts are empowered by the California Health and Safety Code to charge a fee for the privilege of connecting (directly or indirectly) to the Districts' Sewerage System or increasing the existing strength and/or quantity of wastewater attributable to a particular parcel or operation already connected. This connection fee is required to construct an incremental expansion of the _ Sewerage System to accommodate the proposed project, which will mitigate the impact of this project on the present Sewerage System. Payment of a connection fee will be required before a permit to connect to the sewer is issued. A copy of the Connection Fee Information Sheet is enclosed for your convenience. For more specific information regarding the connection fee application procedure and fees, please contact the Connection Fee Counter at extension 2727. 6. In order for the Districts to conform to the requirements of the Federal Clean Air Act (CAA), the design capacities of the Districts' wastewater treatment facilities are based on the regional growth forecast adopted by the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). Specific policies included in the development of the SCAG regional growth forecast are incorporated into the Air Quality Management Plan, which is prepared by the South Coast Air Quality Management District in order to improve air quality in the South Coast Air Basin as mandated by the CAA. All expansions of Districts' facilities must be sized and service phased in a manner that will be consistent with the SCAG regional growth forecast for the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, Ventura, and Imperial. The available capacity of the Districts' treatment facilities will, therefore, be limited to levels associated with the approved growth identified by SCAG. As such, this letter does not constitute a guarantee of wastewater service, but is to advise you that the Districts intend to provide this service up to the levels that are legally permitted and to inform you of the currently existing capacity and any proposed expansion of the Districts' facilities. If you have any questions, please contact the undersigned at (562) 699-7411, extension 2717. Very truly yours, James F. Stahl Ruth I. Frazen Engineering Technician Planning & Property Management Section RIF:eg Enclosures c: M. Cabrera 229053.1 TABLE 1 LOADINGS FOR EACH CLASS OF LAND USE DESCRIPTION RESIDENTIAL Single Family Home Duplex Triplex Fourplex Condominiums Single Family Home (reduced rate) Five Units or More Mobile Home Parks COMMERCIAL SUSPENDED FLOW COD SOLIDS (Gallons (Pounds (Pounds UNIT OF MEASURE per Daper Daper Da Hotel/Motel/Rooming House Store Supermarket Shopping Center Regional Mall Office Building Professional Building Restaurant Indoor Theatre Car Wash Tunnel - No Recycling Tunnel - Recycling Wand Financial Institution Service Shop Animal Kennels Service Station Auto Sales/Repair Wholesale Outlet Nursery/Greenhouse Manufacturing Dry Manufacturing Lumber Yard Warehousing Open Storage Drive-in Theatre Parcel 260 1.22 0.59 Parcel 312 1.46 0.70 Parcel 468 2.19 1.05 Parcel 624 2.92 IAA Parcel 195 0.92 0.44 Parcel 156 0.73 0.35 No. of Dwlg. Units 156 0.73 0.35 No. of Spaces 156 0.73 0.35 Room. 125 0.54 0.28 1000 ftZ 100 0.43 0.23 1000 ft' 150 2.00 1.00 1000 ftZ 325 .3.00 1.17 1000 ftZ 150 2.10 0.77 1000 ftZ 200 0.86 0.45 1000 ftZ 300 1.29 0.68 1000 ftZ 1,000 16.68 5.00 1000 ftZ 125 0.54 0.28 1000 ftZ 3,700 15.86 8.33 1000 ftZ 2,700 11.74 6.16 1000 ftZ 700 3.00 1.58 1000 ftZ 100 0.43 0.23 1000 ftZ 100 0.43 0.23 1000 ftZ 100 0.43 0.23 1000 ft'- 100 0.43 0.23 1000 ftZ 100 0.43 0.23 1000 ft'- 100 0.43 0.23 1000 ft'- 25 0.11 0.06 1000 ft'- 200 1.86 0.70 1000 ftZ 25 0.23 0.09 1000 ft'- 25 0.23 0.09 1000 ft'- 25 0.23 0.09 1000 ftZ 25 0.23 0.09 1000 ftZ 20 0.09 0.05 TABLE 1 (continued) LOADINGS FOR EACH CLASS OF LAND USE DESCRIPTION COMMERCIAL Night Club Bowling/Skating Club Auditorium, Amusement Golf Course, Camp, and Park (Structures and Improvements) Recreational Vehicle Park Convalescent Home Laundry Mortuary/Cemetery Health Spa, Gymnasium With Showers Without Showers Convention Center, Fairground, Racetrack, Sports Stadium/Arena SUSPENDED FLOW COD SOLIDS (Gallons (Pounds (Pounds UNIT OF MEASURE per Daper Daper Da INSTITUTIONAL College/University Private School Church 1000 ft2 350 1.50 0,79 1000 ft2 150 1476 10,55 1000 ft2 125 0,54 0,27 1000 ft2 350 1,50 0.79 1000 ft2 100 0,43 0,23 No. of Spaces 55 034 0.14 Bed 125 0.54 0.28 1000 ft2 3,825 16,40 8,61 1000 ft2 100 1,33 0,67 1000 ft2 600 2,58 1,35 1000 ft2 300 1,29 0,68 Average Daily Attendance 10 0,04 0,02 Student 20 0,09 0.05 1000 If 200 0.86 0.45 1000 fl' 50 0,21 0.11 L:\Afrazen\foams\avgwwgenf mrs.wpd INFORMATION SHEET FOR APPLICANTS PROPOSING TO CONNECT OR INCREASE THEIR DISCHARGE TO THE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY SEWERAGE SYSTEM THE PROGRAM The County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County are empowered by the California Health and Safety Code to charge a fee for the privilege of connecting to a Sanitation District's sewerage system. Your connection to a City or County sewer constitutes a connection to a Sanitation District's sewerage system as these sewers flow into a Sanitation District's system. The County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County provide for the conveyance, treatment, and disposal of your wastewater. PAYMENT OF A CONNECTION FEE TO THE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY WILL BE REQUIRED BEFORE A CITY OR THE COUNTY WILL ISSUE YOU A PERMIT TO CONNECT TO THE SEWER, VTHO IS REQUIItED TO PAY A CONNECTION FEE? (1) Anyone connecting to the sewerage system for the first time any structure located on a parcels) of land within a County Sanitation District of Los Angeles County. (2) Anyone increasing the quantity of wastewater discharged due to the construction of additional dwelling units on or a change in land usage of a parcel already connected. to the sewerage system. (3) Anyone increasing the improvement square footage of a commercial or institutional parcel by more than 25 percent. (4) Anyone increasing the quantity and/or strength of wastewater from an industrial parcel. (5) If you qualify for an Ad Valorem Tax or Demolition Credit, connection fee will be adjusted accor( gly. II. HOW ARE THE CONNECTION FEES USED? The connection fees are used to provide additional conveyance, treatment, and disposal facilities (capital facilities) which are made necessary by new users connecting to a Sanitation District's sewerage system or by existing users who significantly increase the quantity or strength of their wastewater discharge. The Connection Fee Program insures that all users pay their fair share for any necessary expansion of the system. III. HOW MUCH IS MY CONNECTION FEE? Your connection fee can be determined from the Connection Fee Schedule specific to the Sanitation District in which your parcels) to be connected is located. A Sanitation District boundary map is attached to each corresponding Sanitation District Connection Fee Schedule. Your City or County sewer permitting office has copies of the Connection Fee Schedule(s) and Sanitation District boundary map(s) for your parcel(s). If you require verification of the Sanitation District in which your parcel is located, please call the Sanitation Districts' information number listed under Item IX below. N. WHAT FORMS ARE REQUIRED*? The Connection Fee application package consists of the following: (1) Information Sheet for Applicants (this form) (2) Application for Sewer Connection (3) Connection Fee Schedule with Sanitation District Map (one schedule for each Sanitafion District) *Additional forms are required for Industrial Dischargers. V. WHAT DO I NEED TO FILE? (4) Completed Application Form (5) A complete set of architectural blueprints (not required for connecting one single family home) (6) Fee Payment (checks payable to: County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County) (7) Industrial applicants must file additional forms and follow the procedures as outlined in the application instructions VI. WHERE DO I SUBMIT THE FORMS? Residential, Commercial, and Institutional applicants should submit the above listed materials either by mail or in person to: County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County Connecrion Fee Program, Room 130 1955 Workman Mill Road Whittier, CA 90601 • Industrial applicants should submit the appropriate materials directly to the City or County office which will issue the sewer connection permit. VII. HOW LONG DOES TT TAKE TO PROCESS MY APPLICATION? Applications submitted by mail aze generally processed and mailed within three working days of receipt: Applications brought in person are processed on the same day provided the application, supporting materials, and fee are satisfactory. Processing of large and/or complex projects may take longer. VIII. HOW DO I OBTAIN MY SEWER PERMIT TO CONNECT? An approved Application for Sewer Connection will be returned to the applicant after al] necessary _ _ documents for processine have been submitted. Present this approved -stamped copy to the Crty or County Office issuing sewer connection permits for your area at the time you apply for actual sewer hookup. DK: HOW CAN I GET ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? If you require assistance or need additional information, please call the County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County at (562) 699-7411, extension 2727. X. WHAT ARE THE DISTRICTS' WORKING HOURS? The Districts' offices are open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Friday, except holidays. When applying in person, applicants must be at the Connection Fee counter at least 30 minutes before closing time. Rev April 16, 2003 L:\Rfrazen\fomvs\connfeeinfo.doc INFORMATION SHEET FOR APPLICANTS REQUESTING ANNEXATION TO A COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY A. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR ANNEXATION TO A COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY 1) The property is contiguous to said County Sanitation District or, if not contiguous, may be drained by gravity to a trunk sewer of that District, 2) The property is not included in whole or in part in any other agency providing services similar to those of the said County Sanitation District, and 3) The property is to be benefited by its inclusion n the said County Sanitation District. B. HOW DO I INITIATE THE ANNEXATION APPLICATION PROCESS? 1) WRITE TO: County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County P.O. Box 4998, Whittier, CA 90607 Attn: Annexation Fee Program The letter should contain the following information and support documentation about the property involved: i) Property location (street address, city, zip and Thomas Brothers map, page, grid) ii) hi case of a recorded single lot, include the County Assessor's mapbook-page- parcel map with the parcel highlighted. iii) In case of a tract or parcel map, include a copy of the tentative or final map plus a closed -survey engineering traverse around the boundary to be annexed to the centerline of any public street. OR i CALL: County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County (See Item F for details) 2) Districts' staff will calculate the acreage involved and will provide the applicant with a quote of annexation fees to be paid. At this time, the applicant will also be provided with a "Request for Annexation" form along with necessary instructions. 3) An annexation application file will be opened upon submittal by applicant of all the required documents (refer to Section C) along with a check for the annexation fee made payable to: County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County C. WHAT DOCUMENTS DO I NEED TO FILE? 1) "Request for Annexation" Form (5 pages): All applicants must complete, in detail, and return the Request for Annexatiori form signed by the legal owner whose name appears on the current Los Angeles County assessment roll. See C4) for assistance in completing pages 4 and 5 of this form. 2) Los Angeles County Local Agency Formation Commission Party Disclosure Form: All applicants must complete and return the Party Disclosure Form pursuant to the Local Agency Formation Commission Party Disclosure Form Information Sheet, 3) Annexation Fee payment as stated in the quotation letter. 4) Copy of Grant Deed (Applicants must submit a copy of the Grant Deed which includes the legal description. Disregard this request if the proposed project is a tract/parcel map.) 5) California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) All applicants are subject to CEQA. If the project is a single family home on septic tank, the project is exempt and the Notice of Exemption will be prepared by this office. All other applicants must provide two (2) copies of the Initial Study of Environmental Assessment and fourteen (14) copies each of the Negative Declaration and Notice of Determination approved by the affected city or by County Regional Plaiing. Or, two (2) copies each of the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and the Notice of Determination approved by the affected city or by County Regional Planning Commission, D. HOW MUCH DO 1 HAVE TO PAY? The annexation fee consists of three processing fees. The Annexation Processing Fees table is attached. The Sanitation Districts, as the lead agency for the annexation, will collect the processing fees at time of annexation application. The three processing fees are for: 1) County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County (CSD), 2) Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO), and 3) State Board of Equalization (SBE). The LAFCO and SBE processing fees are subject to change without notice. If their fees increase before your application is processed by this office for submittal to these agencies, then you will be notified and the additional monies must be paid before the annexation procedure can be finalized. E. HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO PROCESS MY ANNEXATION APPLICATION? If the project is a recorded single family ]ot, Districts' staff will begin processing the annexation application as soon as the required forms are submitted and the annexation fees paid. Upon payment of the annexation fees, for all Sanitation Districts except 26 & 32, the applicant may pay the connection fees and proceed with the project. If the project is a tract or parcel map, Districts' staff will begin processing the annexation application as soon as the required forms, annexation fees and a copy of the recorded tract/parcel map blueline are submitted. Upon payment of annexation fees, the applicant may have the original sewer map signed off. Also, for all Sanitation Districts except 26 & 32, the applicant may pay the connection fees. The annexation procedure cannot be completed until after receipt, is this office, of the recorded tractiparcel blueline map. F. WHERE CAN I GET ADDITIONAL INFORMATION? For additional information, please call: County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County (562) 699-7411, extension 2708 7:00 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. through 3:30 p.m., Fridays, except holidays L:Vtfrezen\fom�sV nnexinfo.dac Rev Apri124, 2003 ANNEXATION PROCESSING FEES FOR THE rnt wry cenurerinnl rnSTRICTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY �C'OUI<JT1���NIT/#'7�C?N '� PROC�S,SIN� L�ISTI?1CTS4� � FEES.,, .. ,,.'.;..,_ _'`_ .` � � ,� � � ..,..> .. , ,,4CR... � ,' �, EAG� `� \ �, �<,y, � ;� � a.. . .. � � ;� �� �,�`` �,�;. ��4��. �.. c...,.,r< ..,.,5 s FEE .. 0.0 to 1.5 $800 >1.5 to 5.0 $1,075 >5.0 to 20.0 $215/Acre Over 20.0 $4,300 Plus $35/Additional Acre And Every Fraction Thereof LOCAL AGENCY F�RIV1ATiONr ,C,OIId1Vll�$�O„N FIL�I�G FEE � h ,. -.,� ' `. "�` �i\C#2EAGE��r �0.0 � g .,�� .., ? _ � �a , ANNEXATIONS AND DETACHMENTS to 3.0 $2,000 3.0 to 5.0 $2,500 5.0 to 10:0 $3,000 10.0 to 20.0 $3,500 20.0 to 40.0 $4,000 40.0 to 80.0 $5,000 80.0 to 160.0 $6,000 160.0+Acres $7,000 OTHER PROPOSALS � S ecial Reor anization $10,000 Inco oration/Disinco oration/ConsolidaHon $7,500 District Formation $7,500 District Dissolution/Consolidation/Mer er $5,000 District Dissolution for Inactivi $2,000 Establishment of Subsidia District $3,500 Reor anizations Basic Fee+20% Detachments Due to Lack of Service $1,000 Establishment of New S here of Influence Basic Fee + 20% S here of Influence Amendment/Review Basic Fee + 20% S here of Influence Amendment w/Annexation $500 Reconsideration of LAFCO Determinations 50 % of Basic Fee S ecial District Stud Actual Cost Hourl Rate Out of A ency Service A eements $2,000 Ma and Le al Descri tion Review $300 Petition Verification Actual Cost, as Required by Re istrar-Recorder Notice/Radius Map Actual Cost STATE BOARD OF, EQUALIZlITI(.�N� � 5 } � .:�.. ... ACREAGE"�= ' f ,�... ,� ; .. � � -, ; � ...: T �.�EE ... r j:... SINGLE AREA TRANSACTIONS 0.0 to 1.0 $300 1.0 to 5.0 $350 6.0 to 10.0 $500 11.0 to 20.0 $800 21.0 to 50.0 $1,200 51.0 to 100.0 $1,500 101.0 to 500.0 $2,000 501.0 to 1,000.0 $2,500 1,001.0 to 2,000.0 $3,000 2,001.0 and Above $3,500 O THER PROPOSALS Deferral of Fees $35 Additional Coun er Transaction $250 Consolidation er Disfrict or Zone $300 Entire District Transaction $300 Coterminous Transaction $300 Dissolution or Name Chan e $0 1'Most recent LAFCO fee increase effective January 1, 2001. Most recent SBE fee increase effective December 2, 1998. L:\rf zen\fomss\annezfees.doc Rev Aprii 24, 2003 ^T.V ISION OF OIL, -%S, & GEOTHERMAL mESOURCES ,16 CORPORATE AVE. SUITE 200 CYPRESS ILIFORNIA ,J630-4731 PHONE .6/816-6847 FAX 9 1 6 / 8 1 6 - 6 8 5 3 INTERNET 3nsrv.c3.g0v RAY DAVIS OVERNOR cs—tc D EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION STATE O F CA LI FO RN IACLA. pril 24, 2003 aryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Subject: Notice of Preparation, Project Title: Aera Master Planned Community The Department. of Conservation's Division of Oil, Gas, and Geothermal Resources (Division) has reviewed the above referenced project. The Division supervises the drilling, maintenance, and plugging and abandonment of oil, gas, and geothermal wells in California. We offer the following comments for your consideration. The proposed project is located within the administrative boundaries of the Brea Olinda oil field. There are numerous plugged and abandoned wells and active wells within the project boundaries. These wells are identified on Division map 106 and records. The Division recommends that all wells within or in close proximity to project boundaries be accurately plotted on future project maps. Building over or in the proximity of plugged_ and abandoned wells should be avoided if at all possible. If this is not possible, it may be necessary to plug or re -plug wells to current Division specifications. Also, the State Oil and Gas Supervisor is authorized to order the reabandonment of previously plugged and abandoned wells when construction over or in the proximity`of wells could result in a hazard (Section 3208.1 of the Public Resources Code). If reabandonment is necessary, the cost of operations is the responsibility of the owner of the property upon which the structure will be located. Finally, if construction over an abandoned well is unavoidable an adequate gas venting system should be placed over the well. Furthermore, if any plugged and abandoned or unrecorded wells are damaged or uncovered during excavation or grading, remedial plugging operations may be required. If such damage or discovery occurs, the Division's district office must be contacted to obtain information on the requirements for and approval to perform remedial operations. �iSNtlFORNIA t� an State of California - The Resources Agency GRAY DAVIS, Governor DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME httpJ/www.dfg,ca.gov 4949 Viewddge Avenue San Diego, CA 92123 N (858) 4674201 � 07 " I MAY. 2T'20a? Lei. �tkr ao May 21, 2003 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Notice of Preparation foi` Aera Master Planned Community State Clearinghouse Number �003041138 Deaz Mr. Koutnik: The Department of Fish and Game (Department) appreciates this opportunity to comment on the above -referenced project, relative to impacts to biological resources. The Department, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service have attended a series of coordination meetings with the project applicant, including visits to the project site. Specifically, we have primarily focused on restoration opportunities for Berry Creek. We have examined the hydrologic and habitat conditions of Berry Creek and have discussed ways to address channel incision and manage excessive runoff. 'fo enable Department. staffto adequately review and comment on the proposed project, we recommend the following information be included in the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR), as applicable: A complete assessment of the flora and fauna within and adjacent to the project area, with particular emphasis upon identifying endangered, threatened, and locally unique species and sensitive habitats. aI A thorough assessment of vegetation communities, rare plants and rare natural Daryl Koutnik May 21, 2003 Page 2 communities, following the Department's Tway 1984 Guidelines (revised May 2000) for Assessing Impacts to Rare Plants and Rare Natural Communities (Attachment 1). Rare natural communities known from the project site include _= California walnut woodland, coastal sage scrub, and southern willow scrub. Coast live oak woodland, a plant community of local and regional concern, is also present on the site. b. A complete assessment of sensitive fish, wildlife, reptile, and amphibian species. Seasonal variations in use of the project area should also be addressed. Focused species -specific surveys, conducted at the appropriate time of year and time of day when the sensitive species are active or otherwise identifiable, are required. Acceptable species -specific survey procedures should be developed in consultation with the Department and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. a Rare, threatened, and endangered species to be addressed should include all those which meet the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) definition (see CEQA Guidelines, § 15380). Per the CEQA definition, the DEIR should consider rare, threatened,. and endangered species in addition to federally- or state -listed species. d. The Department's California Natural Diversity Data Base in Sacramento should be contacted at (916) 327-5960 to obtain current information on any previously reported sensitive species and habitat, including Significant Natural Areas identified under Chapter 12 of the Fish and Game Code. A thorough discussion of direct, indirect, and cumulative impacts expected to adversely affect biological resources, with specific measures to offset such impacts, should be included. a. Direct impacts to vegetation communities and habitats should be thoroughly discussed with detailed maps provided in the DEIR. The types of direct impacts to be discussed include: areas graded for development pads; areas of remedial grading; utility and sewer corridors; roads, streets, and trails; water tanks; all fuel modification zones; non-native landscape areas and golf courses; hazardous materials remediation areas; soil and materials stockpile areas; and construction staging areas. All impacts to vegetation communities, sensitive/listed species, and jurisdictional resources should be quantified (i.e., acreage of loss, number of individuals impacted, lineal distance impacted, etc.) and discussed in the DEM b. CEQA Guidelines, § 15125(c), direct that knowledge of the regional setting is critical to an assessment of environmental impacts and that special emphasis should be placed on resources that are rare or unique to the region. For example, the site supports extensive walnut woodlands, a threatened regional resource of particular Daryl Koutnik May 21, 2003 Page 3 importance. Large areas of annual grassland support foraging habitat for a number of raptor species as well as other sensitive species such as horned lark (Eremophila alpestris actia), loggerhead shrike. (Lanus ludovicianus), and Northwestern San Diego pocket mouse (Chaetodipus fallwx fallax). These types of resources are becoming rarer in the region. c. Project impacts should be analyzed relative to their effects on off -site habitats. Specifically, this should include nearby public lands, open space, adjacent natural habitats, and riparian ecosystems. Impacts to and maintenance of wildlife corridor/movement areas, including access to undisturbed or restored habitat in adjacent areas, should be fully evaluated and provided. Evaluation of the design of designated wildlife corridor/movement areas should consider specific requirements for species known from publicly -owned protected habitats both east and west of the project site. Mammalian species of particular concern recently documented from the western Puente Hills include bobcat, coyote, gray fox, mule deer, and mountain lion (reported to occur west of S.R. 57)1. Provision of movement corridors for avian, amphibian, and reptilian species restricted to native habitats and/or species with limited dispersal abilities should also be described in the DEIR. All substantial open space areas to be preserved within the project limits must remain connected to,the regional Puente. Chino Hills Wildlife Movement Corrido? in order to provide "live-in" core habitats as well as movement opportunities for as many species as possible. Road crossings of the proposed wildlife movement corridor concept area? should be eliminated, or restricted to emergency access only. Project planning should consider offsite open space areas to the'north and south, recognizing their role in wildlife movementor core habitats. These areas should also be protected from fragmentation and adverse edge effects by providing substantial set backs between development/incompatible land uses and offsite protected habitats. d. A discussion of impacts associated with increased artificial night lighting, noise, human activity, changes in drainage patterns, changes in water volume, velocity, and quality, soil erosion, and /or sedimentation in streams and water courses on or near the project site, with mitigation measures proposed to alleviate such impacts should be included. Particularly narrow "choke -points" within the Puente -Chino Hills Wildlife Movement Corridor should be especially protected from these types 1 Kent Smirl, CDFG Patrol Lieutenant, Personal Communication; 5/2003 2 In this content, the Puente -Chino Hills Wildlife Movement Corridor refers to the undeveloped portions of the two ranges rather than specific areas. 3 This refers to areas designated to function as habitat corridors or linkages after project implementation. Daryl Koutnik May 21, 2003 Page 4 of impacts. These areas include the western third of the project area'(Harbor _ Boulevard and vicinity) and the southeastern portion of the project area (nearest the S.R. 57 crossing of Tonner Creek and portions of Brea Creek). Alternatives to the concept plan to be analyzed in the DEIR should include the following: Planning Area 1 should be reduced in size and shifted to the south, or eliminated; the main east -west road through the site and across the wildlife movement corridor concept area should be eliminated; sports parks that would introduce additional artificial night lighting and noise should not be located near the Harbor Boulevard "choke -point"; and the portion of the project near Tonner Canyon proposed as mixed use and containing a major road should be designed to allow unimpeded wildlife movement and connect with the large proposed open space area to the northeast. e. The zoning of areas for development projects or other uses that are nearby or adjacent to natural areas. may inadvertently contribute to wildlife -human interactions: A discussion of possible conflicts and mitigation measures to reduce these conflicts should be included in the environmental document. A management plan should be developed to educate future homeowners about adverse interactions between domestic pets and wildlife. Because the project would introduce a large amount of urban edge to existing habitat areas, future impacts to wildlife, especially large mammalian predators, should be evaluated and minimized. f. A cumulative effects analysis should be developed as described under CEQA Guidelines, § 15130, General and specific plans, as well as past, present, and anticipated future projects, should be analyzed relative to their impacts on similar plant communities and wildlife habitats. 3. A range of alternatives should be analyzed to ensure that alternatives to the proposed project are fully considered and evaluated. A range of alternatives which avoid or otherwise minimize impacts to sensitive biological resources should be included. Specific alternative locations should also be evaluated in areas with lower resource sensitivity where appropriate. a. The Department considers Rare Natural Communities including walnut woodlands as threatened habitats having both regional and local significance. Thus, these communities should be fully avoided and otherwise protected from project -related impacts (Attachment 2). If full avoidance is not possible, the project should be designed to minimize and mitigate for impacts. 4. Mitigation measures for adverse project -related impacts to sensitive plants, animals, and habitats should be discussed. Mitigation measures should emphasize avoidance and reduction of project impacts. For unavoidable impacts, on -site habitat restoration or enhancement should be discussed in detail. If on -site mitigation is not feasible, off -site Daryl Koutnik May 21, 2003 Page 5 mitigation through habitat creation and/or acquisition and preservation in perpetuity should be addressed. a. The Department generally does not support the use of relocation salvage, and/or transplantation as mitigation for impacts to rare species, threatened species, endangered species, or native trees. Studies have shown that these efforts are experimental in nature and largely unsuccessful. Habitat protection and restoration, rather than tree replacement, is the preferred mitigation strategy for sensitive woodland communities. Planting trees in urban park areas, fuel modification zones, residential yards, or, on streets is generally not viable mitigation for the loss of woodland communities. Acceptable restoration of woodland communities includes planting of native understory/component species, b. Areas reserved as mitigation for project impacts should be protected from future direct and indirect impacts. Potential issues to be considered include limitation of access, conservation easements, monitoring and long-term management programs, control of illegal dumping, water pollution, and fire. c. Plans for restoration and revegeta#ion should be prepared by persons with expertise in southern California ecosystems and native plant revegetation techniques. Each plan should include, at a minimum: (a) the location of the mitigation site, (b) the plant species to be used, container sizes, and seeding rates; (c) a schematic depicting the mitigation area; (d) planting schedule; (e) a description of the irrigation methodology; (f) measures to control exotic vegetation on site; (g) specific success criteria; (h) a detailed monitoring program; (i) contingency measures should the success criteria not be met; and 0) identification of the party responsible for meeting the success criteria and providing for conservation of the mitigation site in perpetuity. A Califomia Endangered Species Act (CESA) Permit must be obtained, if the project has the potential to result in "take" of species of plants or animals listed under CESA either during construction or over the life of the project. CESA Permits are issued to conserve, protect, enhance, and restore State -listed threatened or endangered species and their habitats. Early consultation is encouraged, as significant modification to a project and mitigation measures may be required in order to obtain a CESA Permit. Revisions to the Fish and Game Code, effective January 1998, may require that the Department issue a separate CEQA document for the issuance of a 2081 permit unless the project CEQA document addresses all project impacts to listed species and specifies a mitigation monitoring and reporting program that will meet the requirements of a 2081 permit, For these reasons, the following information is requested: aI Biological mitigation monitoring and reporting proposals should be of sufficient detail and resolution to satisfy the requirements for a CESA Permit. Daryl Koutnik May 21, 2003 Page 6 b. A Department -approved Mitigation Agreement and Mitigation Plan are required for plants listed as rare under the Native Plant Protection Act, 6. The Department has responsibility for wetland and riparian habitats. It is the policy of the Department to strongly discourage development in wetlands or conversion of wetlands to uplands. We oppose any development or conversion which would result in a reduction of wetland acreage or wetland habitat values, unless, at a minimum, project mitigation assures there will be "no net loss" of either wetland habitat values or acreage. Development and conversion include but are not limited to conversion to subsurface drains, placement of fill or building of structures within the wetland, and channelization or removal of materials from the streambed. All wetlands and watercourses, whether, intermittent or perennial, should be retained and provided with substantial setbacks which preserve the riparian and aquatic values and maintain their value to on -site and off -site wildlife populations. The project description/project objectives discuss a "major new riparian corridor and natural treatment water quality wetlands along Berry' Creek" Because portions of Berry Creek currently support high quality walnut woodlands, revegetation or restoration would be best focused on those areas currently dominated by non-native plant species or roads and facilities. a. A jurisdictional delineation of lakes, streams, and associated riparian habitats should be included in the DEM including a delineation of wetlands pursuant to the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service wetland definition adopted by the Department. Please note that some wetland and riparian habitats subject to the Department's authority may extend beyond the jurisdictional limits of the U,S. Army Corps of Engineers. i b. The project may require a Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement, pursuant to Section 1600 et seq. of the Fish and Game Code, with the apglicant prior to the applicant's commencement of any activity that will substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow or substantially change the bed, channel, or bank (which may include associated riparian resources) of a river, stream or lake, or use material from a streambed. The Department's issuance of a Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement for a project that is subject to CEQA will require CEQA compliance actions by the Department as a responsible agency. The Department as a responsible agency under CEQA may consider the local jurisdiction's (lead agency) Negative Declaration or Environmental Impact Report for the project. To minimize additional requirements by the Department pursuant to Section 1600 et seq. and/or under CEQA, the document should fully identify the potential impacts to the lake, stream or riparian resources and provide adequate avoidance, mitigation, monitoring and reporting commitments for issuance of the agreement. Daryl Koutnik May 21, 2003 Page 7 Thank you for this opportunity to comment. Questions regarding this letter and further coordination on these issues should be directed to Brad Henderson at (310) 214-9950. Sincerely, Donald R. Chadwick f Habitat Conservation Supervisor Attachments cc: Department offish and Game Brad Henderson Laura Crum File San Diego State Clearinghouse Sacramento U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Jonathan Snyder Carlsbad Wildlife Corridor Conservation Authority Judi Tamasi Brea bjh Guidelines for Assessing the Effects'of Proposed -Projects on Rare, Threatened, and Endangere0lants and-lTatural Communities - state of califomia THE RES01JRCES AGENCY Departnunt of Fish and Game December 9, t9,83 Revised May 81 2000 The following recommendations are intended to help those who prepare an view environmental documents determine when a botanical survey is needed, who should be considered qualified to conduct such surveys, how field surveys should be conducted, and what information should be contained in the survey report The Department may recommend that lead agencies not accept the results of surveys that are not conducted according to these guidelines. 1. Botanical surveys are conducted in order to determine tpe environmental effects of proposed projects on all rare, threatened; and endangered plants and plant communities. Rare, threatened, and endangered plants are not necessarily limited to those species which have been "listed" by state and fedr ral agencies but should include any.spedes that, based on all available data, can be shown to be rare, threatened, and/or endangered under the following defvrifioos: A species, subspecies, or variety of plant is "endangered" when the prospects of its survival and reproduction are in immediate jeopardy from one or more causes, including loss of habitat, change in habitat, over -exploitation, predation, competition, or disease. A plant is "threatened" when it is likely to become endangered in the foreseeable future in the absence of protection measures. A plant is *rare"- when; although not presently threatened with extinction, the species, subspecies, or variety is found in such small numbers throughout its. range that it may be endangered if its environment worsens. Rare natural communities are those communities that are of highly limited distribution. These communities may or may not contain rare, threatened, or endangered species. The most current version of the California Natural Diversity Database's List of California Terrestrial Natural communities may be used, as a guide to the names and status of communities. 2. It is appropriate to conduct a botanical field survey to determine if, or to the extent that, rare, threatened, or endangered plants will be affected by a proposed proj ect when: a. Natural vegetation occurs on the site, it is unknown if rare, threatened, or endangered plants or habitats occur on the site, and the project has the potential for direct or indirect effects on vegetation; or b. Rare plants have historically been identified on the project site, but adequate information for impact assessment is licking. 3. Botanical consultants should possess the following qualifications: a Experience conducting floristic field surveys; b. Knowledge of ph;nt taxonomy and plant community ecology; c. Familiarity with the plants of the area, including race, threatened, and endangered species; d. Familiarity with the appropriate state and federal statutes related to Plants and plant collecting; and, C. Experience with analyzing impacts of development on native plant species and communities. 4. Field surveys should be conducted in a manner that will locate any rare, threatened, or endangered species. that - may be.present Specifically, rarethreatened or endangered plant surveys should be: , _ a: Conducted in the field at the proper time of year when rare, threatened, or endangered species are both evident and identifiable. Usually, this is when the plants are flowering. When rare, threatened, or endangered plants and known to occur in the We(s) of habitat present in the project area, .. nearby accessible occurmoes ofthe plants (reference sites) should be observed to determine that the species are identifiable at the timeTf t3urvey. b. Floristic in nature. A floristic survey requires that every plant observed be identifted to the extent necessary to determine its rarity and listing status. In addition, a sufficient number of visits spaced throughout the growing season are necessary to accurately determine what plants exist on the site. In order to properly characterize the site and document the completeness of the survey, a complete list of plants observed on the site should be included in every botanical survey report. • c. Conducted in a manner that is consistent with conservation ethics. Collections (voucher specimens) of rare, threatened, or endangered species, or suspected tare, threatened, or endangered species should be made only when such actions would not jeopardize the continued existence of the population and in accordance with applicable state and federal permit requirements. A collecting permit from the Habitat Conservation Planning Branch of DFG is required for collection of statc4isted plant species. Voucher specimens should be deposited at recognized public herbaria for future %ference. Photography should be used to document plant identification and habitat whenever possible, buUespecially wheuthe population cannot withstand collection of voucher specimens. d. Conducted using systematic field techniques in all habitats of the site to ensure a thorough coverage of potential impact areas. e. Well documented. When a rare, threatened, or endangered plant (or rare plant community) is located, a . California Native Species (or Community) Field Survey Form or equivalent written form, accompanied by a copy of the appropriate portion of a 7.5 minute topographic map with the occurrence mapped, should be completed and submitted to the Natural Diversity Database. Locations maybe best documented using global positioning systems (GPS) and presented in map and digital forms as these tools become more accessible. 5. Reports of botanical field surveys should be included in or with environmental assessments, negative . declarations and mitigated negative declarations, Timber Harvesting Plans (THPs),, EIR's, and EIS's; and should contain the following information: I' - - a. Project description, including a detailed map of the project location and study area. b. A written description of biological setting referencing the community nomenclature used and a vegetation map. a Detailed description of survey methodology. d. Dates of field surveys and total person -hours spent on field surveys. e. Results of field survey including detailed maps and -specific location data for each plant population found. investigators are encouraged to provide GPS data and rnaps.docrmtenting population boundaries. f. An assessment of potential impacts. This should include a map showing the distribution of plants in relation to proposed activities. g. Discussion of the significance of raze, threatened, or endangered plant populations in the project area considering nearby. populations and total species distribution. h. Recommended ineasrues to avoid impacts. i. A list of all plants observed on the project area. Plants should be identified to the taxonomic level necessary to determine whether or not they are rare, threatened or endangered. j. Description of reference site(s) visited and phenological development of rare, threatened, or endangered plant(s). Ic Copies of all California Native Species Field Survey Forms or Natural Community Field Survey Forms, 1. Name of field investigator(s): j. References cited, persons contacted, herbaria visited, and the location of voucher specimens. ATTACBAMNT 2 Sensitivity of Top Priority Rare Natural Communities in Southern California Sensitivity rankings are determined by the Department of Fish and Game, California Natural Diversity Data Base and based on either number of known occurrences (locations) and/or amount of habitat _ remaining (acreage). The three rankings used for these top priority rare natural communities are as follows: S IN Less than 6 known locations and/or on less than 2,000 acres of habitat remaining. S2.# Occurs in 6.20 known locations and/or 2,00040,000 acres of habitat remaining. S3.# Occurs in 21-100-known locations and/or 10,000-50,000 acres of habitat remaining, The number to the right of the decimal point after the ranking refers to the degree of threat posed to that natural community regardless of the ranking. For example: S 1.1 = very threatened S2.2 = threatened S3.3 = no current threats known Sensitivity Rankings (February 1992) Bank Community Name S 1.1 Mojave Riparian Forest Sonoran Cottonwood Willow Riparian Mesquite Bosque Elephant Tree Woodland Crucifixion Thorn Woodland i Allthom Woodland Arizonan Woodland Southem California Walnut Forest Mainland Cherry Forest Southern Bishop Pine Forest Torrey Pine Forest Desert Mountain White Fir Forest Southem Dune Scrub Southern Coastal Bluff Scrub Maritime Succulent Scrub Riversidean Alluvial Fan Sage Scrub Southem Maritime Chaparral Valley Needlegrass Grassland Great Basin Grassland Mojave Desert Grassland Pebble Plains Southem Sedge Bog Cismontane Alkali Marsh CISFG Attachmetst 2 for IdOP Commeut Letter; Page I of 2 MINN S 1.2 Southern Foredunes . Mono Pumice Flat Southern Interior Basalt Flow Vernal Pool NIP S2.1 Venturan Coastal Sage Scrub Diegan Coastal Sage Scrub Riversidean Upland Coastal Sage Scrub Riversidean Desert Sage Scrub Sagebrush Steppe Desert Sink Scrub Mafic' Southern Mixed. Chaparral San Diego Mesa Hardpan Veinal Pool San Diego Mesa Claypan Veinal Pool. Alkali Meadow Southern Coastal Salt Marsh `. Coastal Brackish Marsh Transmontane Alkali Marsh Coastal and Valley Freshwater Marsh Southern Arroyo Willow Riparian Forest Southern Willow Scrub ' Modoc Great Basin Cottonwood Willow Riparian Modoc-Great Basin Riparian' Scrub Mojave Desert Wash Scrub EngelmannOak Woodland ' Open Engelmann Oak Woodland Closed Engelman Oak Woodland Island Oak Woodland California Walnut Woodland Island Ironwood Forest Island Cherry Forest Southern Interior Cypress Forest Bigcone Spruce -Canyon Oak Forest 52.2 Active Coastal Dunes Acfive Desert Dunes Stabilized and Partially Stabilized Desert Dunes Stabilized and Partially Stabilized Desert Sandfield Mojave Mixed Steppe Transmontane Freshwater Marsh Coulter Pine Forest Southern California Fellfield White Mountains Fellfield S2.3 Bristlecone Pine Forest Limber Pine Forest CDFG Attachment 2 for NOP Comment Letters Page 2 of 2 May 19 03 10:23a p.l Inland Empire District V �v 17801 Lake Perris Drive Perris, Califomia 92571 May 13, 2003 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, California 90012-3225 Re: Notice of Preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Aera Master Planned Community Dear Mr. Koumik: The Inland Empire District of the Department of Parks and Recreation (State Parks) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the scope and content of the draft environmental impact report (EIR) to be prepared for the Aera Master Planned Community project. State Parks is a trustee agency as defined by the Califomia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). State Parks' mission in part is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by preserving the state's extraordinary biodiversity and creating opportunities for high quality outdoor recreation. As the office responsible for the stewardship of Chino Hills State Park (CHSP), we have an interest and concern about contemplated alterations of land use in the vicinity of the park. The long-term health of CHSP is dependent on the health of the regional ecosystems because the biotic boundaries of the park extend beyond its jurisdictional boundaries. Comments regarding the scope and content of information for inclusion in the draft EII2 are as follows: Air Quality Impacts from emissions to the natural environment, over time, should be analyzed. Studies have shown that increased ozone damages vegetation, including coastal sage scrub (CSS), a rare and declining plant community which is located within the boundaries of the project site and throughout the Puente -Chino Hills. Biological Resources Califomia Gnatcatcher The federally threatened Coastal Califomia Gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica califorraica), hereinafter CAGN, occurs in the Puente -Chino Hills in CSS habitat. It has been May 19 03 10:23a p.3 Daryl Koutnik NOP, Area Master Planned Community ' Page 3 of 8 foraging purposes. Home ranges for golden eagles are often much larger due to temporal or spatial differences in resource availability In a 1975 study by Beecham and Kochert (In Grant et. al. 1991) the mean home range size in California was 36 square miles. The DEIR should analyze the direct and cumulative effect of the project on golden eagles. Potentially suitable habitat for the ]east Bell's vireo (Vireo bellii pusillus)3 a state and federally -endangered species is found within the proposed project boundaries. Precise vegetation mapping and focused surveys for least Bell's vireos and other sensitive species should be conducted and need to be a part of the draft EIR analysis in order to help assess the extent of potential impacts, and to develop project alternatives and mitigation measures. Both direct and indirect impacts (such as argentine ant infestations originating from human habitation areas) to least Bell's vireos and other riparian wildlife species should be addressed in the DEIR. Wildlife Corridor/Habitat Linkage The subject property is a critical part of the system of interconnected wildland areas which maintain the health of the ecosystems of the Puente -Chino Hills serving as both a linkage and core habitat area (see comments below). An extensive analysis of the potential effects of the proposed project to the regional movements of wildlife should be conducted. Project alternatives should focus on avoidance of impacts to connectivity to the maximum extent feasible. Exhibit 4 of the NOP depicts a concept plan for the proposed development. Although on area of open space is labeled as a wildlife corridor, the proposed configuration of the project includes incompatible land uses at critical choke points in the linkage, a proposed sports park at the west end of project area near Harbor Boulevard and proposed mixed use (residential and commercial) directly west of a vital wildlife under -crossing at the 57 freeway. Both of these locations are critical to the movement of wildlife in the Puente -Chino Hills (Haas and Crooks 1999). It is essential that the project alternative include design features that will ensure the continued exchange of wildlife at these locations. The importance of maintaining connectivity in this area was also illustrated in a report on monitoring reptiles and amphibians in the Puente -Chino Hills (Haas, et al., 2002). It showed that the number and relative abundance of rare species declined in more fragmented habitats. Habitat loss and fragmentation resulting from the proposed development could cause further declines. The establishment of conservation corridors must be based on target species and their needs. Michael Soule in Landscape Linkages and Biodiversity identifies three general categories of need for animals. First, some animals need periodic migrations to breeding or birthing sites. Second, some animals may need to move between patches for foraging or roosting, or to follow seasonally moving resources. Third, some populations must receive immigrants if they are to persist. Some animals have a greater need for corridors than others. Soule suggests looking at vulnerability in selecting target species. In general, large, wide ranging species, rare species and habitat specialists are considered the most vulnerable to the effects of habitat fragmentation. However, even animals that are normally rather abundant can be vulnerable in small habitat fragments. An objective assessment of the needs of "target" species needs to be included in the DEIR analyses to determine the appropriate number, location and configuration of needed May 19 03 10:24a Daryl Koutnik NOP, Area Master Planned Community Page 5 of 8 The draft EIR should include a provision that precludes the use of invasive plants in common areas and designated open space. These areas should be revegetated with local native plants. Such invasive plants are identified by the California Exotic Pest Plant Council, and may be found on their website at www.caleppc.org., The development of a golf course and other turf aeeas would attract cowbirds, which parasitize the nests of native birds and starlings which take over nest sites. The DEIR should analyze and address this issue and include appropriate mitigation measures. Hvdrolow A specific analysis needs to be conducted to determine the potential impacts of future runoff from developed areas to riparian areas and to aquatic resources in blue -line streams. Mitigation measures should be developed to prevent sediments and pollutants from developed areas from degrading the water quality of streams and wetlands. Land Use and Planning The development configuration presented in Exhibit 4, Concept Plan fragments the open space and introduces substantial urban edge (see above comments). The preserved open space areas would have greater biological integrity and long-term value to the ecosystem if it were less fragmented and connected to the overall network of open space in the surrounding hills. This concept of linking an area -wide open space system was illustrated by Randall Arendt in the August 1998 issue of Planning. The draft EIR should include alternatives that would cluster development away from wildlife corridors and areas that contain sensitive resources. The draft E]R should include a mitigation measure that requires dedicated open space to be dedicated in fee to the respective Counties or to another public agency for conservation purposes. In addition, it is recommended that a funding mechanism for permanent open space management be explored. Statements and tables presented in the draft EIR describing open space acreage should distinguish undisturbed open space from open space with human distutbances, such as trails and fuel modification zones. CEQA Guideline section 15125 (b) requires an EIR to discuss any inconsistencies between the proposed project and applicable general plans, including applicable land use plans. The draft EIR needs to address the proposed project's potential to be inconsistent with a number of regional land use plans and planning efforts. They include: Chino Hills State Park General Plan • NCCP Program —Chino Hills State Park has been enrolled as an NCCP reserve. In -- addition, much of the wildland area of Puente -Chino Hills has been identified in the NCCP as a subregion or satellite area for future regional conservation planning efforts. May 19 03 10:24a P.7 Daryl Koutnik NOP, Area Master Planned Community Page 7 of 8 _ The DEIR should include alternatives including the preferred alternative that eliminate the, road connector to the 57 freeway or which include meaningful and effective design measures that facilitate the continued movement of wildlife under the 57 freeway. The proposed project as proposed would result in substantial growth, increasing vehicular traffic and associated air pollution in the region. Specifically, we are concerned about potential adverse impacts to the regional ecosystem as a result of the proposed project. We ask that the DEIR analyze and address the potential ecological effects of air pollution resulting from the project. Cumulative Impacts The proposed project, together with a number of other development projects in nearby jurisdictions, could adversely impact the regional environment. Given the scale of the proposed project and its combined effect with other projects, there is a need to develop and consider other alternatives including the No Project Alternative. We ask that the DEIR analyze and address cumulative impacts. Thank you again For the opportunity to comment and for your serious consideration. For further discussion, please contact me or Geary Hund, District Ecologist, at (909) 657-0676, Sincerely, !7atts District Superintendent cc: Rick Rayburn, DPR Charles Raybrook, DFG Jim Bartel, USFWS Antal Sjizz, USACOE Gerard J. Thibeault, Santa Ana RWQCB Nadell Gayou, The Resources Agency Scott Morgan, State Clearinghouse Judi Tamasi, WCCA STATE OF CALIFORNIA—BUSINESS TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING AGENCY GRAY DAMS Governor DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT 7, REGIONAL PLANNING IGR/CEQA BRANCH 120 SO, SPRING ST. ®' n" LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 PHONE (213) 8974429 Ft"yourpower! FAX (213) 897-1337 Be energy efficient! Mr. Daryl Koutnik Los Angeles County Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 Dear Mr. Koutnik: May 152 2003 IGR/CEQA 030475/EK SCH # 2003041138 Notice of Preparation, Vicinity LA-57-R0.00-R4.52 Aera Master Planned Community We have received the Notice of Preparation of an environmental- report for the development project referenced above, right. We have the following comments. We ask that a substantial traffic study be prepared for this project, following the Guide for the Preparation of Traffic Impact Studies prepared by the California State Department of Trans- portation (Caltrans). Please see the enclosed page stating our expectations for such a study. Item five on that enclosed page contains reference to mitigation measures under the control of the developer. For this project such measures might include dedication of land, for widening of the existing freeway State Route 57 right -of --way. The amounts of peak -hour longer distance trip traffic from the large proposed development that would utilize freeway routes, if added to existing trip volumes, might be practically impossible to accommodate without more freeway lanes. Dedication of problem -free land could provide at least part of the developer share of the overall expense of widening the Route 57 at least as far as freeway Route 60. Additional traffic would also have to be accommodated on Route 60, coming from Route 57 and from such other facilities as Fullerton Road. Implementation of some current proposals such as truck lanes on Route 60 would provide opportunity for the developer to provide a proportionate share of costs, according to criteria mentioned in the item five. Widening of Route 57 might accommodate increase of mixed -flow or HOV lanes and a commuter -bus transit station (for example) on the HOV lanes. Potentially, relocation and widening of other facilities (such as Brea Canyon Road) might be considered for relieving some demand on the Route 57 facility. Were either or both Route 57 or Brea Canyon Road widened, consideration should be given to protection or compensatory mitigation for the stream channel. The kinds and degrees of importance of that channel would have to be assessed, for such matters as its potential function in wildlife corridors. "Caitrans improves mobility across California' Mr. Daryl Koutnik Page 3 of 3 1May 15, 2003 The proposed project will need to conform to the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements relating to construction activities and post -construction Storm -= Water Management. To the maximum extent practicable, Best Management Practices must be implemented to address storm water runoff from flood -control work and new land development. The responsible water quality control agencies should review stone water runoff facilities and drainage plans. We note that extensive construction activity might at times, be associated with this Project. We ask that the applicant explicitly consider truck -management plans and develop such plans if and when needed. If material would be carried across a highway, we ask for planning to avoid disruption of traffic especially during peak periods. Also we ask that the applicant avoid excessive or poorly timed truck platooning (caravans of trucks) even on days when many truck trips per day to or from a location might be desirable. We ask that large size truck trips on State highways typically be limited to periods other than peak commute times. Also we remind you that transportation of heavy construction equipment or materials, or other special equipment, which requires the use of oversized -transport vehicles on State highways would require a Caltrans transportation permit. Finally, we cordially suggest holding meetings to discuss whether needs exist for specific mitigation concepts and for discussion of how mitigation opportunities might be investigated. That would afford opportunity for Caltrans to further assist in assuring that the forthcoming study complies with the CEQA process. ' If you have any questions for us regarding these comments, please refer to IGR/CEQA No. 030475/EK, and contact me at (213) 897 — 4429 . Sincerely, STEPHEN J. BUSWELL IGR/CEQA Program Manager cc: Mr. Scott Morgan, State Clearinghouse enclosure page: Traffic Study Elements "Caitrans improves mobility across California" STATF OF CALIFORNIA—BUSINESS, TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING AGENCY GRAY DA S Gewam DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION District 12 3337 Michelson Drive, Suite 380 Irvine, CAM12-8894 yaur power.I Mail and Fax MYEIVE6 YkY 21 IED '2003 May 21, 2003 Q�ft Mr. Daryl Koutnik File: IGW County of Los Angeles SCH#: 2003041138 Department of Regional Planning Log #: 1051A. 320 West Temple Street SR #: 571 90 Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Subject: Notice of Preparation for the Area Energy Master Planned Community DEIR Dear Mr. Koutnik, Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on the Notice of Preparation -for the Area Energy Master Planned Community DEIR'dated April 21, 2003, The project is located on the border of Los Angeles and Orange Counties, west of San Bernardino County, in southern California. The majority of the 2,935-acre project is located within an unincorporated area of Los Angeles County (approximately 2,614 acres) and the remaining portion is located within unincorporated Orange County (approximately 321 acres). The project site is generally bounded by the unincorporated residential community of Rowland Heights in L. A. County to the north, Harbor Boulevard/Fullerton Road and the City of La Habra Heights to the west, the City of Brea to the south, and the SR-57 to the east. Approximately 323 acres of the project site is located east of the SR-57 within unincorporated Los Angeles County, south of the City of Diamond Bar. The proposed project consists of a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, and Specific Plan to allow for the phased development of a maximum of 3,600 dwelling units, an 18-hole golf course, local and community park uses, local community commercial uses, internal greenbelts and open space preservation areas on a 2,935 acre site. The project site currently consists of active oil filed though some portions of the site are also used for cattle grazing. Caltrans District 12 status is a responsible agency on this project, and has the following comments: t. Traffic Study Area Approval was discussed in May 2002 with LSA Associates. Comment letter regarding the study area was sent out to LSA on May 28, 2002. "CaTZrans improves mobility across California" 2. Due to the potential regional and area -wide significance of the project impacts to Transportation/Circulation, we recommend that the project applicant/Lead Agency contact Caltrans D12 planning office prior to the DEIR preparation to schedule a meeting to discuss the scope and details of the Traffic Study such as time frame, methodology, data sources, traffic counts, assumptions for growth factor and trip distribution pattern, proposed connections to SR-57 and evaluation of the impact on state.transportation facilities. -- 3. Caltrans Guide for the Preparation of Traffic Impact Studies needs to be followed for the analysis of State facilities. Please refer to: http:lfissc.dot,ca.gov/trafops/dvsrv/January 2001.pdf. 4. Any impacts onto, over or under Caltrans right-of-way will require an Encroachment Permit prior to work. For specific details on encroachment permit procedure, please refer to Caltrans Encroachment Permits Manual, Seventh Edition. This manual is available on the web at: www.dot.ca qov/hq/traffops/developserv/permits. 5. Post -development runoff should be less than or equal to the pre -development conditions with respect to the State transportation drainage facilities on SR-57. No surface runoff is allowed to cross Caltrans right-of-way lines. 6. Mitigation measures need to be included in the DEIR regarding the wildlife corridor in this area from the Cleveland National Forest to Whittier. 7. It is likely that impacts to the State right-of-way may occur through the usage by heavy trucks and equipment in order to complete proposed work and move loads. A Transportation Management Plan (TMP) detailing measures to reduce/eliminate impacts to LOS and circulation during peak periods in the project area should be included. This TMP should also include measures to contain all vehicle loads and avoid any tracking of materials that may fall or blow onto Caltrans ROW or facilities. These impacts and TMP should also be addressed along with mitigation measures to reduce the impact to a level of insignificance. 8. The Lead Agencies, in cooperation with Caltrans, shall estimate the fair share percentage responsibility, agree on appropriate mgation measures associated with the project impacts on freeway mainlines, ramps and interchanges, and establish a method and timing of payment for the identified fair share responsibility. Mitigation measures, responsible parties and funding mechanisms for the regional transportation impacts need to be separated from the local transportation impacts in the DEIR. 9. Recent legislation, AB 1807, amending the CEQA, requires Caltrans to establish mitigation monitoring submittal guidelines for public agencies. The new law requires that "transportation information resulting from a reporting or monitoring program adopted by a public agency" be submitted to the Department when a project has impacts that are of statewide, regional, or area -wide significance. Mitigation reporting or monitoring programs are required when public agencies include "Caltrans improves mobility across California" environmental impact mitigation as a condition of project approval. Reporting or monitoring takes place after approval to ensure implementation of the project in accordance with mitigation imposed during the, CEQA review process. Since this development has a regional or area -wide significance, the mitigation -monitoring program needs to be followed. Please see attached guidelines and checklist. Please continue to keep us informed of this project and other future developments, which .could- potentially impact the transportation facilities. If you have any questions or need to contact us, please do not hesitate to call Lan Zhou at (949) 756J827. Sincerely, For Robert F. Joseph, Chief IGR/Community Planning Attachment c: Terry Roberts, Office of Planning and Research Ron Helgeson, Caltrans HQ IGR/Community Planning 5aied Hashemi, Traffic Operations "Caltrans improves n:obiliry across California" ,alifornia Department of Tramportation Mepartment) GUIDELINES FOR SUBMITTING TRANSPORTATION, INFORMATION FROM A REPORTING OR MONITORING PROGRAM TO THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DEPARTMENT) INTRODUCTION The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as amended on January i, 2001, by Assembly Bill (AB) 1807, added a new provision to Section 21080.4 of the Public Resources Code (PRC). ' The provision requires lead agencies to submit Notices of Preparation (NOPs) to the Governor's Office of Planning and Research when they determine that an environmental impact report will be required to approve a project. The new law also amended PRC Section 21081.7, which now requires that "transportation information insulting from a reporting or monitoring program adopted by a public agency" be submitted to the Department when a project has impacts that are of statewide, regional, or area -wide significance. Mitigation reporting or monitoring programs are required under PRC Section 21081.6 when public agencies include environmental impact mitigation as a condition of project approval. Reporting or monitoring takes place after approval.to ensure implementation of the project in accordance with mitigation imposed during the CEQA review process. In addition to the requirements listed above, At3 1807 obligates the Department to provide guidance for public agencies to submit their reporting or monitoring programs. Subject to these requirements, the following guidelines have been adopted by the Department. PURPOSE OF The purpose of these guidelines is to establish clear and consistent THE statewide procedures for public agencies to submit transportation GUIDELINES mitigation reporting or monitoring information to the Department. They are to be used by District Intergovernmental Review (IGR) Program Coordinators for identifying the scope and timing of transportation information needed, and to identify the "single point of contact' for transmittal of reporting or monitoring information from the lead agency to the Department. Mitigation Monitoring Guidelines ?ebruary 10,2003 Page 2 PROCEDURES The following procedures are, intended for use by District IGR Program Managers .and Coordinators in directing local lead agencies to comply with PRC, Section 21081.7. A. The District IGR Coordinator will notify the CEQA lead agency in writing about transportation reporting or monitoring submittal requirements in PRC Section 21081.7 during either "early consultation", the Notice of Preparation (NOP) stage, or the Initial Study (IS) phase of the CEQA review process. B. Detailed procedures for the CEQA lead agency to submit transportation reporting, or monitoring information to the district should be attached to the district's notification letter. The submittal shall contain the following information: 1. The name, address; and telephone number of the CEQA lead agency contact who is responsible for the mitigation reporting or monitoring program (see PRC Section 21081.61a][1]). 2. The location and custodian of the documents or other material, which constitute the record of proceedings upon which the lead agency's decision is based (see PRC Section 21081.6[a01). 3. Assurances from the CEQA lead agency that the Department can obtain copies of the aforementioned documents and 'materials, if needed, to clarify details or resolve issues related to the mitigation adopted (see PRC Section 21081.7). �. Detailed information on impsct mspssmant methodologies, the type of mitigation, specific location, and implementation schedule for each transportation impact mitigation measure included in the reporting or monitoring program (see PRC Section 21081.6[b]). The CEQA lead agency, at its discretion, may submit the complete reporting or monitoring program with the required transportation information highlighted. 5. A certification section which will be signed and dated by the CEQA lead agency and the Department certifying that the mitigation measures agreed upon and identified in the above checklist have been implemented, and all other reporting requirements have been adhered to, in accordance with PRC Sections 21081.6 and 21081,71 Mitigation Monitoring Guidelines February 10, 2003 Page 3 C. When the project P involves encroachment onto a state highway, the certification section will be signed by the District Permit Engineer, The District Permit Engineer will retain one copy of the mitigation reporting or monitoring information for the district permit files, and forward the original document to the District IGR Coordinator. The District IGR Coordinator will forward a copy to the Department's IGR Program Manager. D. When the project does not involve encroachment onto a state highway, the certification section will be signed by the District IGR Coordinator. The District IGR Coordinator will. retain the original document and forward a copy tb the Department's IGR Program Manager. APPROVED: 7 i-RiAN .i. SMiTH Date "Deputy Director Planning and Modal Programs rm � R MELL H. IWASAKI Date Deputy Director Maintenance and Operations CEQA LEAD AGENCY CERTIFICATION CHECKLIST FORM' FOR SUBMITTAL OF TRANSPORTATION MITIGATION MONITORING REPORTS Project Name: _ Lead Agency and State Cffaringhause (5C'11) File #s: Findings & Approval Dates & Document Types: _ Lead Agency Contact (Name, Title, Agency, Address &Phone): Project Proponent (Name, Title, Company, Address &Phone): For each speeifle Tratlsltor#a#ien Relrcted ltitig c#ion ^ leastere associated ?ii#h.#his Project, The follom in< infor"12110n items arc ineiniied in the nt#ache i mnateriafs: Yes No ❑ ❑ Location/Custodian Of CEQA Documents, Proceedings, Records ❑ ❑ Description Of How To Obtain Copies Of Above Documents ❑ ❑ Mitigation Measure Name & Identifying Number ❑ ❑ Caltrans Encroachment Permit Number (if one was needed) ❑ ❑ Copy of Other Agency Permits required for this Measure (if needed) ❑ ❑ Measure Location Description & Vicinity Map ❑ ❑ Location of Impacted State Highway Component (County, Route, Postmile) ❑ ❑ Detailed Description of Measure & its Purpose (attach blueprints if necessary) ❑ ❑ implementation Schedule & Progress Reports ❑ ❑ Completion Criteria (including detailed performance objectives) ❑ ❑ Completion Evaluation (including field inspection reports); ❑ ❑ Estimated Monetary Value of Completed Measure & % Local Agency Funded ❑ ❑ Photograph of Completed Measure Attached ❑ ❑ Responsible Contractor (Name, Company, Address & Phone) t9 c if i e €i:r €r .c r l upra a "tiligemian rea nsaree have isewa and all 11dic have tw r; alfhaved t.s..n trc: c.rtar nce with PARC0,1s "€omv .ert€a..t, and �1&81.7 Signature & Date: Name: CEQA I.eaA Agency Catiforaia )lepartment of 1"ranaportation °This Certification Checklist form is to be used by public agencies to submit their mitigation reporting or monitoring programs to the Caldornia Department of Transportation tDepartmeat) when a CEQA projeM has been found to have transportation or circulation impacts that are of statewide, regional, or areaaride significance. Copies of this form, and the Depw iuce:;t Cuidelhlea des elimptd pus Uant O PTW SC,010€ iSOR2.7, can be downloaded from the Caltrans website Ort4a-ifw+ L, n;- n� v%t ttegtt niii2i:12C ifj" x� xIA fM,�_, -,a:,,,l. Completed forms with attached materials =T be pim-€±:ailed, or rarcd to t::c appropriaw Deputy : fisr:ici bi ktar for L't tnziiY.g, Attcu28oa: lutCr;,wtaavnaenYa3 Xcrkill ( GA) C:wr.�.i :do:. {pnra3 Version 01092003) TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION REPORT TIME 05/21/2003 16:04 NAME FAX : TEL , DATE,TIME 05/21 16:02 FAX NO./NAME 912136260434 DURATION 00:02:14, PAGE(S) 07 RESULT OK MODE STANDARD ECM DEPARTMENT OF 7l�tANSPQRTATION District 12 3337 Michelson Drive, Suite 3R0 -- -- - -- --• Irvine, CA92612-8894 May 21, 2003 Post -it'" Fax 7671 Oates- a�� pQ9es► -� `Note •n, 0.v \ Y�\k. From V 1 CoJDapt L4MCM Plra co, C$k\4we is O \cam t'hone 8a45_glLk�(06t{p� " dC7lij.�.-aawz - Fax a\a - lar�fo .o . 3u Fax Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 FZexyrow,00tuaY? Be energy ejf?clmtl File: IGRICEQA SGH#: 20030tt i i oa Lag #_ 1051 A 5R #: 57. 90 Subject: Notice of Preparation for the Area Energy Master Planned Community DEIR Dear Mr. Koutnik, Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on the Notiice of Preparation for the - Area Energy Master Planned Community DEIR dated April 21, 2003. The project is located on the border of Los Angeles and Orange. Counties, west of San Bernardino County, in southern Cailfornia. The majority of the 2,935-acre project is located within an unincorporated area of Los Angeles County (approxmately 2,614 acres) and the remaining portion is located within unincorporated Orange County (approximately 321 acres). The project site is generally bounded by the unincorporated residential community of Rowland Heights in L. A. County to the north, Harbor Boulevard/Fullerton Road and the City of Le Habra Heights to the west, the City of Brea to the south, and the SR-57 to the east. 05/21/2003 05:29 FAX 1 1@01 ENDANGERED HABITATS LEAGUE DEDICATED TO ECOSYSTEM PROTECTION AND SUSTAINABLE LAND USE May 7A, 2003 VIA FACSIMILE ONLY Daryl Koutnik Department of Regional Planning. Impact Analysis Section, County of Los Angeles 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 FAX 213-6260434 Dear Mr. Koutoik: The Endangered Habitats League (FETE) supports Orange and Los Angeles Counties' decision requiring that an ElR be prepared for the above -referenced project. We appreciates this opportunity to comment on the scope and content of the EM 1. The Counties should consider postponing further consideration of a Master Plan and accompanying General Plan Amendments until after. • The Los Angeles County General Plan update has been completed; and ■ A Habitat Conservation Plan and/or Natural Communities Conservation Plan has been completed for the project site. Consideration of a Master Plan prior to these two key steps being completed would be premature and prejudge where new development should be directed in the Counties. 2. This is a massive development project in an area of significant biological resources and therefore, if the Counties proceed with review of this project, the DIIR must provide a thorough analysis of project -related impacts, cumulative impacts, mitigation measures and alternatives which avoid impacts to sensitive and scenic resources in the area. Please place the Endangered Habitats League, to my attention and at letterhead address, on all mailing, notification, and distribution lists for this project. Sin�cere�ly, �� Dan Silver, MD Executive Director 8424-A Sane rA MONIG HLvo., R592, Los ANGELFS, G 90069-4267 ♦ W Ww.EHLEAGUE.ORG ♦ PHONE 213.804.2750 : Paz 323.654.1931 HACIENDA HEIGHTS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, INC. POST OFFICE BOX 5235 May 13, 2003 - Daryl Kouinik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, California 90012-3225 HACIENDA HEIGHTS, CA 91745 Re: Comments on Notice ofPreparation for the AERA )\4aster Planned Community, imincorporated Los Angeles County Dear Mr. Koutnik, i ik ZV1111 lD AL PLmin1l1% t 4, covhf:j` The Hacienda Heights Improvement Association represents the interests of the residents oE'the unincorporated area of Hacienda Heights. On January 27, 2003, our board of directors voted unanimously to oppose the AERA Energy Development in our local hills. A copy of our resolution No. HHIA-2003-01 is enclosed for your reference. Sincea•ely, Awe Michael H es Presidents, HHIA Enclosure HACIENDA HEIGHTS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, INC. POST OFFICE BOX 5235 HACIENDA HEIGHTS, CA 91745 RESOLliTION NO. HHIA-2003-01 A RESOLt'TION OF THE HACIE\D.A HEIGHTS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION PROTEC uY I I1L ?� .N fE iaLiS WILDLIFE C ukMDOR i\ 'I'Ht AMA, ENERGY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT \\'HEREAS, to date approximately Si0.000,000 have been invested in protecting over-1.d00 acres of rildemess habitat on the western end of the Wildlife Corridor, by Whittier, the County of Los Angeles and the Puente Hills Landfill Native Habitat Preservation Authority (NHPA ): and \i'HEREAS, the Hacienda Heights hnprovement Association played an important mle in causing the creation of NHPA and is a member of the NHPA Board of Directors \1`HEREAS, it is to the benefit of all Hacienda Heights residents as well as all area residents to ensure hat the Puente Hills Wildlife Corridor is protected in perpetuity: and WHEREAS. the loss of connectivity with the eastern end of the corridor (i.e.. Chino Hills State Park and the Cleveland National Forest) would threaten the long term survival of many species of plants and animals in the lands already preserved: and WHEREAS. the HHIA Board of Directors has considered the AERA Energy Development Project, which proposes to develop 3,000 acres in unincorporated Los Angeles and Orange Counties, east of Harbor Boulevard just north of the City of Brea; and WHEREAS, the proposed AERA development lies within the Puente Hills R'ildlife Corridor. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE HACIENDA HEIGHTS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION l .That the Los Angeles County Planting Conunission and the Los Angeles Board of Supzrcisors bz urged to secure protection for the �+'ildlife corridor as part of their land usz authorit SECTION'_. That Los Angeles Count' fontlally condition AERA Energy Development Project to ensure the dedication of propercy necessan to assurz that the \\'ildlife Corridor maintains its connectivit and ability to function. The Hacienda Heights hnprovement Association is encottra,_ed hat AERA Energy has stated that they recognize the need to dedicate a major portion of their property toward the preservation of the Puente Hills Wildlife Corridor. SECTION 3. That Los Angeles County he urged to .cork closely tyith the Wildlife Corridor Consen'a[ion Authority (\\'CC.4) tot�'ard the idzntification and rzstoration of critical habitat �cithin and around the Puente Hills Wildlife Corridor. Areas that have been disturbed by previous operation% need to be restored to enhance native habitat. A fully developed plan, with special emphasis on bonne of development and restoration efforts. needs to be developed to be certain that the Corridor will continue to function during and after an}development. Mechanisms need to be conditioned to pro\ iie for lone tern maintenance of lands so preserved. RESOLUTION HHI.A 2003-01 Page Two SECTION q. That Los Angeles County require any such development to comply with the California Environmental Qualitv Act (CEQA), which requires that at least one of the alternative projects that must be studied in any Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is a No Project Alternative. Preserving the -__ Wildlife Corridor has been the focus of - numerous environmental organizations, -State Parks and others over many years. WCCA has offered to be the conduit to focus those interests on raising the necessary funds for purchasing all or a portion of the property at fair market value, and in fact already has $10 million that could be spent on the property. It is therefore urged that the No Project Alternative seriously address this possibility of a sale to an appropriate public agency for preservation for the public good. SECTION 5. That the Los Angeles County Planning Commission and the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors be requested to keep the HHIA informed of any and all actions related to the AERA Energy Development Project. SECTION 6, That AERA enter into meaningful negotiations with the appropriate conservation agencies to be acquired for the public good. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 27th day of January, 2003 AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: D CERTIFIED: Michael D. ,/St' n t Treasurer f V' e- resident mes AyAer, S cretary HACIENDA HEIGHTS IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, INC. POST OFFICE BOX 5235 HACIENDA HEIGHTS, CA 91745 May 195 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Dear Mr. Koutnik: SUBJECT: Notice of Preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report AERA Master Planned Community 6� llAf 21 2003 L>~ COLttd: z` The Hacienda Heights Improvement Association is pleased to provide comments on the subject Notice of Preparation. Hacienda Heights has been a participant in efforts to protect the Puente -Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor for many years. HHIA Board members have served in many capacities on Boards and Advisory Committees both for the Wildlife Corridor Conservation Authority and the Puente Hills Landfill Native Habitat Preservation Authority, The Puente Hills are faz more to our residents than just a backdrop from which Hacienda Heights derives its name. They area learning and recreational resource for our you and older residents as well. The remarkable biological diversity in these hills exists solely because they remain a part of the functioning wildlife corridor that remains biologically connected to the Santa Ana Mountains in Orange County. In addition, our residents have incurred many impacts to their quality of life associated with expanding the Puente Hills Landfill into canyons adjacent to their homes. Funding generated to mitigate their loss has allowed acquisitionn of a significant acreage of natural open space in the hills. The value of this acreage would also be threatened if wildlife circulation through AERA's property is impacted. We expect the EIR to fully include a range of alternatives that would result in drastically reduced impacts both to the wildlife corridor and to nearby communities. These alternatives should range from full use of the property as open space without subsequent development, to alternatives consistent with the County's proposed SEA criteria and with the current property zoning. Above all, the project should include an evaluation of potential impacts on wildlife movement that is very conservative in its assessment of biological impacts, and fully includes impacts from other potential developments along the corridor. The EIR must be able to conclusively state that impacts to species movement will not occur. Mr. Daryl Koutnik May 1 % 2003 Page Two We are concerned out many of the potential impacts this project may have on our residents, including traffic, much of which will pass through Hacienda Heights on Colima, Gale and the Pomona Freeway, air quality, water supply, library resources, and potential loss of public safety services because of the need to add this large service area to existing patrol areas. This is a particular concern with the County already discussing cuts in services because of uncertain future budgets. The EIR should fully address all of these impacts. HHIA has been a strong supporter of inclusion of the entire Puente Hills area in the County's Significant Ecological Area designation. While we recognize that the consultant's initial recommendation supporting this designation is not yet final, we believe it strongly supports the need to assure that impacts from any development proposed on AERA's property be minimized. The attached resolution, passed by our Board of Directors in January, 2003, outlines HHIA's concerns about this development, and our desire to see as much of this property as possible acquired as public open space. We look forward to continuing involvement in this process and encourage the County to perform a full analysis of all of the potential site impacts and impacts to surrounding properties. Please contact me at (323) 582-7401 if you have any questions on our input. Sincerely Mike Hul President LAFCO Orange County "HAIR RLENE SCHAFER IRECTOR COSTA MESA SANITARY DISTRICT ICE CHAIR CHARLES V. SMITH SUPERVISOR 7IRST DISTRICT RANDAL J.ERESSETTE COUNCILMAN ^ITY OF LAGUNA HILLS PETER HERZAG COUNCDLMAN =Y OF LAKE FOREST JUSAN WILSON REPRESENTATNE OF ;ENERAL PUBLIC 'iHOMAS W. WILSON SUPERVISOR FIFTH DISTRICT aOHN R. WITHERS DIRECTOR 'RVINE RANCH WATER )ISTRICT ALTERNATE ROBERT BOUER 4AYOR :ITY OF LAGUNA WOODS 4LTERNATE :HONDA McCUNE :EPRESENTATIVE OF VENERAL PUBLIC ALTERNATE -AMES W. SILVA oUPERVISOR SECOND DISTRICT .LTERNATE CHARLEY W[LSON DIl2ECTOR RANTAMARGARITA VATER DISTRICT DANA M. SMITH FXECUTNE OFFICER Local Agency Formation Commission May 195 2003 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 SUBJECT: Comments on NOP for DEIR — Aera Master Planned Community Dear Mr. Koutnik: Thank you for this opportunity to comment on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) of the Draft EIR for the Aera Master Planned Community. As a responsible agency for any future city or special district annexations affecting the portion of the proj ect located within Orange County, LAFCO has reviewed the NOP and initial study and has the following comments. 1. Proiect Description The project description should clearly indicate that any future annexations of the project area are part of the project as a whole and require LAFCO approval. Orange County LAFCO has approval authority over annexations affecting the portion of the project within Orange County, and Los Angeles LAFCO has approval authority over annexations affecting the portion of the project within Los Angeles County. The project description should also discuss the timing of annexation(s) in relation to It he proposed development plan. 2. Public Services The DEIR should provide a comprehensive discussion of who the local service providers to the project site will be and how services are planned to be delivered to future residences. Specifically, the DEIR should adequately discuss the ability and capacity of the County of Los Angeles, County of Orange, City of Brea and/or other local jurisdictions to provide municipal -level fire and police protection services to fixture residents within the project area. The DEIR should also adequately address sewer service and capacity to serve the project area and the availability and delivery (both retail and wholesale) of water to the project site. 12 Civic Center Plaza, Room 235, Santa Ana, CA 92701 (714) 834-2556 FAX (714) 834-2643 http://www. orange.lafco.ca.gov May 19, 2003 RE: NOP Comments Page 2 3. Affordable Housing The DEIR should clearly identify how the proposed residential project will assist both the County of Orange and the County of Los Angeles in meeting their State HCD Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocations. 4. Alternative Boundaries The NOP indicates that a majority of the project (2,935 acres) is located within unincorporated Los Angeles County and the remaining portion (321 acres) is located within unincorporated Orange County. In looking toward the long-term local governance of the project area, the DEIR should evaluate alternative County boundary configurations within the project area to assess how the project site could best receive municipal -level services. 5. Local Policies For your information, on July 17, 1999, the Orange County Board of Supervisors adopted the attached Sphere of Influence Policy Guidelines. These Policy Guidelines were also adopted by the Orange County Division of the League of Cities and by LAFCO. Pages 3 and 4 of the SOI Policy Guidelines list a number of policy guidelines for development within spheres of influence, including the following policy statement: "Urban development should occur within existing cities, Spheres of Influence, or planned cities. Initiation of annexation to the city should occur at the earliest time in the planning process consistent with these Policies. Initiation of annexation to a city should occur prior to the issuance of building permits." The DEIR should address Orange County's Sphere of Influence Policy Guidelines and the timing of the Orange County portion of the Aera development relative to future or concurrent annexation of the project site. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me either by email at baldrich(a�oranee.lafco.ca.gov or by phone at (714) 834-2556. Sincerely, �6b� (/k�& a/Lk.( Bob Aldrich Assistant Executive Officer Sphere of Influence Policy Guidelines \ (adopted July 27, 1999 by Board of Supervisors Resolution 99- ) Mission Statement These policy guidelines are the product of a facilitated dialogue between the League of California Cities -Orange County Division. the County of Orange, the Local Agency Formation Commission (LA.FCO), and the Building Industry Association of Orange County to address projected growth and the provision of municipal and regional services in developing areas. hereinafter Developing Spheres of Influence. The intent of these policy guidelines is to clarify the relationship between cities and the County with respect to urban planning, to promote the efficient, effective, and equitable delivery of local and regional services for existing and future residents. and to define a collaborative process with respect to development standard determinati ons ons for Developing Spheres of Influence. These guidelines also recognize that urban development should occur within existing cities, Spheres of Influence, or new communities. Nothing in these policy guidelines shall be interpreted to affect or change_pre-existing approved entitlements or development agreements, nor does it apply to county islands, which will be subject to future policy development. These policies also are not intended to establish countywide development standards. Rather. they reflect recognition that each Sphere of Influence is unique and requires site specific planning and flexibility. Definitions Desi�n Standards" shall mean regulations pertaining to the location, height, bulk, density; intensity, setback and size of buildings and structures and local street widths. & Develo to Spheres of Influence M shall mean the Spheres of Influence to be established by LAFCO based on the consiaerattons set forth in the Sphere of Influence Policy Guidelines for the following cities and. in the future, to existing cities where LAFCO establishes a new S01 boundary, and any newly incorporating cities: Anaheim (Santa Ana Canyon) Brea Newport Beach (Newport Coast and Banning Ranch) Huntington Beach Irvine Lake Forest Orange (East Orange) San Clemente Yorba Linda (Chino Hills) Sphere of Influence Policy Guidelines Page Develo meat Standards" shall mean standards for Infrastructure. Public Safety Regulations and esign tanands. esign Standards are not applicable to: 1) interim uses such as agriculture; or 2) public utilities. 'Infrastructure ' shall mean standards for street alignments and grades and arterial and primary' wi s. drainage and sanitary facilities. public utilities, parks. public easements and other public facilities, or fees in lieu thereof, which will be operated and maintained by a city upon annexation. New Communities" shall mean areas designated as potential new cities through a joint L / ounty process. 4,Public Safety R lations11 shall mean building codes and regulations adopted pursuant to the provisions of�iety Code. 44Sphere of Influence" shall have the meaning as set forth in Government Code Section 56076, Urban Level Municirr al Services" �Y include, but are not necessarily limited to. water. sewer. streets, street lighting, park and recreation services, building and zoning enforcement. animal control, law enforcement, fire protection, libraries, and crossing guards. Policy Guideline Objectives These Policy Guidelines will facilitate the orderly planning and development of Orange County by: Providing a framework for cooperative relations among cities. the County, and landowners by minimizing project by project controversy through advanced agreement on Sphere of Influence policy. Providing for urban development in a manner that results in annexations and new cities that are efficient, effective, and equitable to existing and new residents, landowners, and service providers. Conserving the resources of service providers within Orange County while recognizing the legitimate rights and interests of property owners. Assisting the general public in understanding the planning and service responsibilities of local governmenu providing urban municipal and regional services within Orange County. Assisting LAFCO to establish Spheres of Influence based upon a city's demonstrated ability to plan and serve the area. )uly 22..1999 Sphere of Influence Policy Guidelines Page 3 Furthering a successful and cooperative framework to promote flexibility. options. and incentives in the implementation of these policies. Discouraging the creations of new "unincorporated islands" within Developing Spheres of Influence. Policy Guidelines Spheres of Influence are established by the Local Agencv Formation Commission. as required by state law, to identify the physical boundaries and service areas of cities and special districts. .Current LAFCO policy calls for territory to be included within a Sphere of Influence if that area will need urban services within the next ten to fifteen years. Spheres of Influence are amended periodically and as conditions warrant'. The following policy guidelines concern development proposals within Developing Spheres of Influence. They do not apply to land covered by a pre -annexation agreement between a city and landowner. 1. Cities should have the option to provide Urban I evel Municipal Services to areas within. Spheres of Influence where the city has a demonstrated willingness and ability to provide Urban Level Municipal Services. This guideline is not intended to address the provision of services by independent special districts, which topic is subject to LAFCO jurisdiction. 2. Urban development should occur within existing cities. Spheres of Influence, or planned cities. Initiation of annexation to the city should occur at the earliest time in the planning process consistent with these policies. Initiation of annexation to a city should occur prior to the issuance of building permits. 3. Spheres of Influence reflect a city's demonstrated willingness and on -going ability to provide land use planning and to plan for and extend public services. This policy guideline acknowledges that LAFCO has the sole authority to determine spheres of influence. and LAFCO concurrence is necessary for implementation of this guideline. a) In conjunction with LAFCO review of a city's Sphere of Influence, the city must develop a plan of service consistent with the level of detail commonly found in General Plans for the proposed sphere area. The plan will include: 1. Land Use Designations 2. Location of existing services and infrastructure 3. • Capital improvement and funding plans 4. Level and range of services proposed for the area July 22. 1999 Sphere of Influence Policy Guidelines Pace 4 b) It is anticipated, mat LAFCO would reevaluate a city Sphere of Influence on a priority basis and determine if the sphere shall be maintained, revised or eliminated consistent with these policy guidelines if a citv's actions significantly alter the need for urban services. or the provision of urban services within the sphere area. 4. The cities. the Count}. and LAFCO will periodically coordinate and complete Sphere of Influence updates so that responsible agencies can develop general plans. ordinances. and procedures consistent with these policy guidelines. >. The public interest is served when the County acts to provide compatibility in land use planning and development standards- in developing spheres areas. Development Standards applicable within Developing Spheres of Influence should allow consideration of the following: a) City standards fer Irifra.�.tcture improvements, including public parks and Public Safety Regulations should be utilized. b) City Design Standards will be the starting point of discussions between the city and the landowner for a development proposal. Cities and landowners will work cooperatively .to achieve consensus by using flexibility, incentives. and other options to achieve agreement on the applicable Design Standards. In the event the city and landowner cannot agree on appropriate Design Standards, the County will make the final determination on the Design Standards which will apply based upon an evaluation of the legitimate objectives of the city and the landowner. Factors to be considered by the County shall include. but not be limited to, balancing the landowner's need for responsiveness to the marketplace with the city's need for consistency with the city's Design Standards. _ Sections 5(a) and (b) are intended to recognize that.while the County will have ultimate responsibility for the application of Development Standards within a Developing Sphere of Influence area, compatibility with City Infrastructure and Public Safety Regulations facilitates the ultimate annexation of the development to the city. It is anticipated that each City will identify development standards to be addressed at the time formal policies are considered for individual Sphere of Influence areas. Guidelines for Annexation Incentives The following incentives are permissive options to address permit process time and cost and shall not be construed to apply to Development Standards and Design Standards, or negate a landowner's option to process all aspects of a development through the city or County. July 22. 1999 Sphere of Influence Policy Guidelines Page 5 , 1. Flexible Processing Options The County and the city may each submit a development processing time and cost proposal for landowner consideration. Should the landowner wish a development proposal to be processed through the city. the County and city will pursue a cooperative agreement allowing city processing prior to the effective date of annexation. 2. Pre -annexation agreemenu. which eliminate the need for the extension of Urban Level Municipal Services by the County will be considered a public benefit for the purposes of County development agreements. 3. To promote early annexation, the city will consider of%ring incentives. including but not limited to, the following: a) Pre -annexation planning and zoning b) Pre -annexation subdivisions c) Creative public financing opportunities d) Pre -annexation agreements e) Pre -annexation development agreemetts f) Financial incentives g) Phased annexations Implementation The Board of Supervisors directs: 1) the CEO to work with affected cities towards the application of the policy guidelines in individual city spheres of influence for developing areas and report back within ninety days. 2) the Planning and Development Services Department to develop protocols and procedures for the processing of development applications within developing sphere of influence areas to implement the applicable policy guidelines. The procedures will be reviewed by affected parties, including the Development Processing Review Committee prior to approval by the Director, Planning and Development Services Department, and 3) CEO and Planning and Development Services Department to develop a report and recommendations regarding the long-term planning and governance assumptions for unincorporated areas outside of existing spheres of influence or general plan open space areas within existing spheres of consideration by LAFCO as part of its update of spheres of influence, July 22, 1999 Los Angeles Livability Coalition %251 5 Wilshire Boulevard Santa Monica, CA 90403 May 19, 2003 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning Impact Analysis Section 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 RE: Comments on Notice of Preparation (NOP) for a Draft Environmental Impact Report re: Proposed Aera Master Planned Community Mr. Koutnik: The Los Angeles Livability Coalition supports Orange and Los Angeles Counties' decision requiring that an EIR be prepared for the Project and appreciates this opportunity to comment on the scope and content of the EIR. We have summarized our key comments below and hereby incorporate by reference the more detailed comments submitted by Hills for Everyone. COMMENTS ON THE SCOPE OF THE EIR 1. The Counties should consider postponing further consideration of a Master Plan and accompanying General Plan Amendments until after: ° The Los Angeles County General Plan update has been completed; and ■ A Habitat Conservation Plan and/or Natural Communities Conservation Plan has been completed for the project site. Consideration of a Master Plan prior to these two key steps being completed would be premature and prejudge where new development should be directed in the Counties. 2. This is a massive development project in an area of significant biological resources and therefore, if the Counties proceed v�ith review of this project, the DEIR must provide a thorough analysis of project -related impacts, cumulative impacts, mitigation measures and alternatives which avoid impacts to sensitive and scenic resources in the area. t MWDRECABY METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA k �T tea 03 Executive Office May 155 2003 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Dear Mr. Koutnik: Notice of Preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Aera Master Planned Community The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (Metropolitan) has received a copy of the Notice of Preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report (NOP) for the Aera Master Planned Community. The county of Los Angeles and county of Orange (Counties) are the co - lead agencies for this project. The Counties are proposing a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, and Specific Plan to allow for the phased development of a maximum of 3,600 dwelling units, an 18-hole golf course, local and community park uses, local community commercial uses, internal greenbelts and open space preservation areas on a 2,935 acre site. The proposed project site is located on the border of Los Angeles and Orange counties, just west of San Bernardino County, in southern California. The majority of the 2,935-acre project site is located within an unincorporated area of Los Angeles County (approximately 2,614 acres) and the remaining portion is located within unincorporated Orange County (approximately 321 acres). The project site is generally bounded by the unincorporated residential community of Rowland Heights in Los Angeles County to the north, Harbor Boulevard/Fullerton Road and the city of La Habra Heights to the west, the city of Brea in Orange County to the south, and the Orange (SR-57) Freeway to the east. Approximately 323 acres of the project site is located east of the SR-57 Freeway within unincorporated Los Angeles County, south of the city of Diamond Bar. This letter contains Metropolitan's response to the NOP as a potentially affected agency Metropolitan owns and operates a facility within the proposed project location. Metropolitan's Orange County Feeder, which is a 36-inch pipeline, is within the project area. Metropolitan is concerned with potential impacts to this facility that may occur as a result of implementation of the proposed project. Metropolitan requests that the co -lead agencies consider Metropolitan's facility identified above in its planning and analyze in the Draft Environmental Impact Report potential impacts to this facility that may occur as a. result of the proposed project. 700 N. Alameda Street, Los Angeles, California 90012 •Mailing Address: Box 54153, Los Angeles, California 90054-0153 •Telephone (213) 217-6000 Mr. Daryl Koutnik Page 2 May 15, 2003 In order to avoid potential conflicts with Metropolitan's rights -of -way, we request that any design plans for any activity in the area of Metropolitan's,pipelines or facilities be submitted for our review and written approval. Metropolitan must also be allowed to maintain its rights -of -way and access to all of its facilities at all times in order to repair and maintain the current condition of those facilities. The applicant may obtain detailed prints of drawings of Metropolitan's pipelines and rights -of - way by calling Metropolitan's Substructures Information Line at (213) 217-6564. To assist the applicant in preparing plans that are compatible with Metropolitan's facilities and easements, we have enclosed a copy of the "Guidelines for Developments in the Area of Facilities, Fee Properties, and/or Easements of The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California." Please note that all submitted designs or plans must clearly identify Metropolitan's facilities and rights - of -way. Metropolitan requests that the co -lead agencies analyze the consistency of the proposed project with the growth management plan adopted by the Southern California Association of Governments (SLAG). Metropolitan uses SCAG's population, housing and employment projections to determine future water demand. Water use projections for the proposed project should be developed and compared to water use projections by the local water purveyor, in order to quantify potential impacts with regard to water usage and supply. - Additionally, Metropolitan encourages projects within its service area to include water conservation measures. Water conservation, reclaimed water use, and groundwater recharge programs are integral components to regional water supply planning. Metropolitan supports mitigation measures such as using water efficient fixtures, drought -tolerant landscaping, and reclaimed water to offset any increase in water use associated with the proposed project. We appreciate the opportunity to provide input to your planning process and we look forward to receiving future environmental documentation on this project. If we can be of further assistance, please contact Mr. William Fong of the Environmental Planning Team at (213) 217-6899. Very truly yours, Laura J. Sim ek Manager, Asset Management and Facilities Planning Unit LIM/rdl (Public Folders/EPU/Letters/15-MAY-03C.doc-Daryl Kouhrik) Enclosure: Plannhng Guidelines 1. Introduction a. The following general guidelines should be followed for the design of proposed facilities and developments in the area of Metropolitan's facilities, fee properties, and/or easements. ' b. We require that 3 copies of your tentative and final record maps, grading, paving, street improvement, landscape, storm drain, and utility plans be submitted for our review and written approval as they pertain to Metropolitan's facilities, fee properties and/or easements, prior to the commencement of any construction work. 2. Plans, Parcel and Tract Maps The following are Metropolitan's requirements for the _ identification of its facilities, fee properties, and/or easements on your plans, parcel maps,and tract maps: a. Metropolitan's fee properties and/or easements and its pipelines and other facilities must be fully shown and identified as Metropolitan's on all applicable plans. b. Metropolitan's fee properties and/or easements must be shown and identified as Metropolitan's with the official recording data on all applicable parcel and tract maps. c. Metropolitan's fee properties and/or easements and existing survey monuments must be dimensionally tied to the parcel or tract boundaries. 1. d. Metropolitan's records of surveys must be referenced on the parcel and tract maps. 3. 2 - a. Proposed cut or fill slopes exceeding 10 percent are normally not allowed within Metropolitan's fee Properties or easements. This is required to facilitate the use of construction and maintenance equipment, and provide access to its aboveground and belowground facilities. b. We require that I6-foot-wide commercial -type driveway approaches be constructed'on both sides of all streets crossing Metropolitan's rights -of -way. Openings are required in any median island. Access ramps, if necessary, must be least 16-feet-wide. d Grades of ramps are normally not allowed to exceed 10 percent. If the slope of an access ramp must exceed 10 percent due to the topography, the ramp must be paved. We require a 40-foot-long level area on the driveway approach to access ramps where the ramp meets the street. At Metropolitan's fee properties, we may require fences and gates. c. The terms of Metro politan"s permanent easement deeds normally preclude the building or maintenance of structures of any nature or kind within its easements, to ensure safety and .avoid interference with operation and maintenance of Metropolitan's pipelines or other facilities. Metropolitan must have vehicular access along the easements at all times for inspection, patrolling, and for maintenance Of the pipelines and other. facilities on a routine basis. We require a20-foot-wide clear zone around all above -ground facilities for this routine access. This clear' zone should slope away. from our facility on a grade not to exceed 2 percent. We must also have access along the easements with construction equipment. An example of this is shown on Figure 1. d. The footings of any proposed buildings adjacent to Metropolitan's fee properties and/or easements must not encroach into the fee property or easement or impose additional loading on Metropolitan's pipelines or other facilities therein. A typical situation is shown on Figure 2. Prints of the detail plans of the footings for any building or structure adjacent to the fee property or easement must .be submitted for our review and written approval as they pertain to the pipeline or other facilities therein. Also, roof eaves of buildings adjacent to the easement or fee property must not overhang .into the fee property or easement area. 3 - e. Metropolitan's pipelines and other facilities, e.g. structures, manholes, equipment, survey monuments, etc. within its fee properties and/or easements must be protected from damage by the easement holder on Metropolitan's property or the property owner where Metropolitan has an easement, at no expense to Metropolitan. If the facility is a cathodic protection station it shall be located prior to any grading or excavation. The exact location, description and way of protection shall be shown on the related plans , for the easement area. 4. Easements on Metropolitan's Property a. We encourage the use of Metropolitan's fee.rights- of-way by governmental agencies for public street and utility purposes, provided that such use does not interfere with Metropolitan's use of the property, the entire width of the property is accepted into the agency's public street system and fair market value is paid for such use of the right-of-way. b. Please contact the Director of Metropolitan's Right of 'Way and Land Division, telephone (213) 250-63Q2, concerning easements for landscaping, street, storm drain, -- sewer, water or other public facilities proposed within Metropolitan's fee properties. A map and legal description of the requested easements must be submitted. Also, written _ evidence must be submitted that shows the city or county will accept the easementp for the specific purposes into its public system. The grant of the easement will be subject to Metropolitan's rights to use its land for water pipelines and related1purposes to the same extent as if such grant had not been made. There will be a charge for the easement. Please note that, if entry is required on the property prior to issuance of the easement, an entry permit must be obtained. There will also be a charge for the entry permit. 5. Landscaping Metropolitan's landscape guidelines for its fee properties and/or easements are as follows: a. A green belt may be allowed within Metropolitan's fee property or easement. b. All landscape plans shall show the location and size of Metropolitan's fee property and/or easement and the location and size of Metropolitan's pipeline or other facilities therein. 4 - c. Absolutely no trees will be allowed within 15 feet of the centerline of Metropolitan's existing or future pipelines and facilities. d. Deep-rooted trees are prohibited within Metropolitan's fee properties and/or easements. Shallow~ rooted trees are the only trees allowed. The shallow -rooted trees will not be .permitted any closer than 15 feet from the centerline of the pipeline, and such trees shall not be taller than 25 feet with a root spread no greater than 20 feet in diameterat maturity. Shrubs, bushes, vines, and ground cover are permitted, but larger shrubs and bushes should not be planted directly over our pipeline. Turf is acceptable. We require submittal of landscape plans for Metropolitan's prior 'review and written approval. (See Figure 3). e. The landscape plans must contain provisions for Metropolitan's vehicular access at all times along its' rights -of -way to its pipelines or facilities therein. Gates capable of accepting Metropolitan's locks are required in any fences across its rights -of -way. Also, any walks or drainage facilities across its access route must be constructed to AASHTO H-20 loading standards. f. Rights to landscape any of Metropolitan's fee Properties must be acquired from its Right of Way. and Land Division. Appropriate entry permits must be obtained Prior to any entry on its property. There will be.a charge for any entry permit or easements required. 6. Fencins Metropolitan requires that perimeter fencing of its fee Properties and facilities be constructed -of universal chain link, 6 feet in height and topped with 3 strands .of barbed wire angled upward and outward at a 45 degree angle or an approved equal for a total fence height of 7 feet. Suitable substitute fencing may be considered by Metropolitan. (Please see Figure 5 for details), s in EaT�' Metropolitan's policy for the alinement of utilities permitted within its fee properties and/or easements and street rights -of -way is as follows: 5 - a. Permanent structures, including catch basins, manholes, power poles, telephone riser boxes, etc., shall not be located within its fee properties and/or easements. b. We request that permanent utility structures within public streets, in which Metropolitan's facilities are constructed under the Metropolitan Water District Act, be placed as far from our pipeline as possible, but not closer than 5 feet from the outside of our pipeline. c. The installation o£ utilities over or under Metropolitan's pipeline(s) must,be in accordance with the requirements shown on the enclosed prints of Drawings Nos. C-11632 and C-9547. Whenever possible we request a minimum of one foot clearance between Metropolitan's pipe and your facility. Temporary support of Metropolitan's pipe may also be required at undercrossings of its pipe in an open trench. The temporary support plans must be reviewed and approved by Metropolitan. d. Lateral utility crossings of Metropolitan's pipelines must be as perpendicular to its pipeline alinement as practical. Prior to any excavation our pipeline shall be located manually and any excavation within two feet of our pipeline must be done by hand. This shall be noted on the appropriate drawings. e. Utilities constructed longitudinally within Metropolitan's rights -of -way must be located outside the theoretical trench prism•£or uncovering its pipeline and must be located parallel to and as close to its rights - of -way lines as practical. f. When piping is jacked or installed in jacked casing or tunnel under Metropolitan's pipe, there must be at least two feet of vertical clearance between the bottom of Metropolitan's pipe and the top of the jacked pipe, jacked casing or tunnel. We also require that detail drawings of.the shoring for the jacking or tunneling pits be submitted for our review and.approval. Provisions must be made to grout any voids around the exterior of the jacked pipe, jacked casing or tunnel. If the piping is installed in a jacked casing or tunnel the annular space between the piping and the jacked casing or tunnel must be filled with grout. 6 wwo g. Overhead electrical and telephone line requirements: 1) Conductor clearances are to conform to the California State Public Utilities Commission, General Order 95; for Overhead Electrical Line Construction or at a greater clearance if required by Metropolitan. Under no circumstances shall clearance be less than 35 feet. 2) A marker must be attached to the power pole showing the ground clearance and line voltage, to help prevent damage to your facilities during maintenance or other work being done in the area. 3) Line clearance over Metropolitan's fee Properties and/or easements shall be shown on the drawing to indicate the lowest point of the line under the most adverse conditions including consideration of sag, wind load, temperature change, and support type. We require that overhead lines be located at least 30 feet laterally away from all above -ground structures on the pipelines: 4) When underground electrical conduits, 120 volts or greater, are installed within Metropolitan's fee property and/or easement, the conduits must be incased in a minimum of three inches of red concrete. Where possible, above .ground warning signs must also be placed at the right-of-way lines where the conduits enter and exit the right-of-way. h. The construction of sewerlines in Metropolitan's fee properties and/or easements must conform to the California Department of Health. Services Criteria for the Separation of Water Mains and Sanitary Services and the local City or County Health Code Ordinance as it relates to installation of sewers in the vicinity of pressure waterlines. The construction of sewerlines.should also conform to these standards in street rights -of- way. i. Cross sections shall be provided for all pipeline crossings showing Metropolitan's fee property. and/or easement limits and the location of our pipeline(s). exact locations .of the crossing. pipelines and their The elevations shall be marked on as -built drawings for our information. 7 j. Potholing of Metropolitan's pipeline is required if the vertical clearance between a utility and _ Metropolitan's pipeline is indicated on the plan to be one foot, or less. If the indicated clearance is between one and two feet, potholing is suggested. Metropolitan will provide a representative to assists others in locating and identifying its pipeline. Two -working days notice is requested. k. Adequate shoring and bracing is required for the full depth of the trench when the excavation encroaches within the zone shown on Figure.4. 1. The location of utilities within Metropolitan's fee property and/or easement shall be plainly marked to help prevent damage during maintenance or other work done in the area. Detectable tape over buried utilities should be placed a minimum of 12 inches above the utility and shall conform to the following requirements: 1) Water pipeline:. A two-inch blue warning tape shall be imprinted with: "CAUTION BURIED WATER PIPELINE" 2) Gas, oil, or chemical pipeline: A two-inch yellow warning tape shall be imprinted with: "CAUTION BURIED PIPELINE" 3)i Sewer or storm drain pipeline: A two-inch green warning tape shall be imprinted with: "CAIITION BIIRIED PIPELINE" 4) Electric, street lighting, or traffic signals conduit: A two-inch red warning tape shall be imprinted with: "CAUTION BURIED CONDIIIT" 5) Telephone, or television conduit: A two-inch orange warning tape shall be imprinted with: "CAUTION BIIRIED CONDUIT" - 8 - m. Cathodic Protection,requiremen.ts: 1) If there is a cathodic protection station for Metropolitan's pipeline in.the .area of the proposed work,.it shall be located prior to any grading or excavation. The exact.location, description and manner of protection shall be shown on all applicable plans. Please contact Metropolitan's Corrosion Engineering Section, located.at Metropolitan's F. E. Weymouth Softening and Filtration Plant, .706 North Moreno Avenue, La Verne, California 91750, telephone (714) 593-7474, for the locations of Metropolitan's cathodic protection stations. 2) If an induced -current cathodic protection system is to be installed on any pipeline crossing Metropolitan's pipeline, please contact Mr. Wayne Risner at (714) 593-7474 or (213) 250-5085'. He will review the proposed system and determine if any conflicts will arise with the existing cathodic Protection systems installed by Metropolitan. 3) Within Metrogolitan''s'rights-of-way, pipelines and carrier pipes (casings) shall be coated with an approved protective coating to conform to Metropolitan's requirements, and shall be maintained in a neat and orderly.condition as directed by Metropolitan. The application and monitoring of cathodic protection on the pipeline and casing shall conform to Tittle 49 of . the Code of Federalf Regulations, Part 195.' 4) If a steel carrier 'pipe (casing) is used: (a) Cathodic protection shall be provided by use of a sacrificial magnesium anode (a sketch showing the cathodic protection details can be provided for the designers information). (b) The steel carrier pipe shall be protected with a coal tar enamel coating inside and out in accordance with AWWA C203 specification. n. All trenches shall be excavated to comply with the CAL/OSHA Construction Safety Orders, Article 6, beginning with Sections 1539 through 1547.. Trench backfill shall be placed in 8-inch lifts and shall be compacted to 95 percent relative compaction (ASTM D698) across roadways and through protective dikes. Trench backfill elsewhere will be compacted to 90 percent relative compaction (ASTM D698). 9. 9 - o. Control cables connected with the operation of Metropolitan's system.are.buried within streets, its fee properties and/or easements. The locations and elevations of these cables shall he shown on the drawings. The drawings shall,note that prior to any excavation in the area, the control cables.shall be located and.measures shall be taken by the contractor to protect the cables in place. p. Metropolitan is a member of Underground Service Alert (USA). The contractor (excavator) shall contact USA at 1-800-422-4133 (Southern California) at leatt,48 hours prior to starting any excavation work. The contractor will be liable for any damage to Metropolitan's facilities as a result of the construction. Paramount Right Facilities constructed within Metropolitan's fee properties and/or easements shall be subject to the paramount right of Metropolitan to use its fee properties and/or easements for the purpose for which they were acquired.' If at any time Metropolitan or its assigns should, in the exercise of their rights, find it necessary to remove any of the facilities from the fee properties and/or easements, such removal and replacement shall be at the expense of the owner of the facility. Modification o£ Metropolitan's Facilities When almanhole or other of Metropolitan's facilities must be modified to accommodate your construction or recons- truction, Metropolitan will modify the facilities with its forces. This should be noted on the construction plans. The estimated cost to perform this modification will be given to you and we will require a deposit for this amount before the work is performed. Once the deposit is received, we will schedule the work. Our forces will coordinate the work with your contractor. Our final billing will be based on actual cost incurred, and will include materials, construction, engineering plan review, inspection, and administrative overhead charges calculated in accordance with Metropolitan's standard accounting practices. If the cost is less than the deposit, a refund will be made; however, if the cost exceeds the deposit, an invoice will be forwarded for payment of the additional amount. 10 - 10. Drainage a. Residential or commercial development typically increases and concenttates the peak storm water runoff as well as the total yearly storm runoff from an area, thereby increasing the requirements for storm drain facilities downstream of the development. Also, throughout the year water from landscape irrigation, car washing, and other outdoor domestic water uses flows into.the storm drainage system resulting in weed abatement', insect infestation, obstructed access and other.problems. Therefore, it is Metropolitan's usual practice not to approve plans that show discharge of drainage from developments onto its fee properties and/or easements. b. If water must be carried across or discharged onto Metropolitan's fee properties and/or easements, Metropolitan will insist that plans for development provide that it be carried by closed conduit or lined open channel approved in writing by Metropolitan. Also the drainage facilities must be maintained by others, e.g., city, county, homeowners association, etc. If the development proposes changes to existing drainage features, then the developer shall make provisions to provide for.replacement and these changes must be approved by Metropolit._.r. in writing. 11. Construction Coordination During construction, Metropolitan's 'field representative will make periodic inspections. We request that a stipulation be added to the plans or specifications for notification of Mr• of Metropolitan's Operations Services Branch, telephone 213) 250-' at.least two working days prior to any work in the vicinity of our facilities. 12. Pipeline Loading Restrictions a. Metropolitan's pipelines and co,Dduits vary in structural strength, and some are not adequate for AASHTO H-20 loading. Therefore, specific loads over the specific sections of pipe or conduit must be reviewed and approved by Metropolitan. However, Metropolitan's pipelines are typically adequate for AASHTO H-20 loading provided that the cover over the pipeline is not less than four feet or the cover is not substantially increased. If the temporary cover over the pipeline during construction is between three and four feet, equipment must restricted to that which imposes loads no greater than AASHTO RH 10. If the cover is between two and three feet, equipment must be restricted to that of a Caterpillar D-4 tract -type tractor. If the cover, -- is less than two feet, only hand equipment may be used. Also, if the contractor plans to use any equipment over Metropolitan's pipeline which will impose loads greater than AASHTO H-201 it will be necessary to submit the specifications of such equipment for our review and approval at least one week prior to its use. .More restrictive requirements may apply to the loading guideline over the San Diego.Pipelines 1 and 2, portions of the Orange County Feeder, and the Colorado River Aqueduct. Please contact us for loading restrictions on all of Metropolitan's pipelines and conduits. b. The existing cover over the pipeline shall be maintained unless Metropolitan determines that proposed changes do not pose a hazard to the integrity of the pipeline or an impediment to its maintenance. 13. Blasting - a. 'At least 20 days prior to the start of any drilling for rock excavation blasting, or any blasting, in the vicinity of Metropolitan's facilities, a two-part preliminary conceptual plan shall be submitted to Metropolitan as follows: b. Part 1 of the conceptual plan shall include a complete storage, summary and use i of .proposed transportation, of explosions, handling, c. Part 2 for blasting, including controls of.noise, shall include the proposed controlled blasting fly rock, airblast, and general concept techniques and ground vibration. 14. CEQA Requirements a. When Environmental Documents Have Not Been Prepared 1) Regulations implementing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) require that Metropolitan have an opportunity to consult with the agency or consultants preparing any environmental documentation. We are required to review and consider the environmental effects of the project as shown in the'Negative Declaration or Environmental Impact Report (EIR) prepared for your project before committing Metropolitan to approve your request. 12 - 2) In order to ensure compliance with the regulations implementing CEQA,where Metropolitan is not the Lead Agency, the following minimum procedures to ensure compliance'with the Act have been established: a) Metropolitan shall be timely advised of any determination that a Categorical Exemption applies to the project. The Lead Agency is to advise Metropolitan that it and other agencies participating in thelproj'ect have complied with the requirements of CEQA prior to Metropolitan's participation. b) Metropolitan is to be consulted during the preparation of the Negative Declaration or EIR. c) Metropolitan is to review and submit any necessary comments on the Negative Declaration or draft EIR. d) Metropolitan is to be indemnified for any costs or liability arising out;of any violation of any laws or regulations including but not limited to the,California Environmental Quality Act and its implementing regulations. b. When Environmental Documents Have Been Prepared If environmental documents have been prepared for your project, please furnish us a copy for our review and files in a timely manner so that we. may have sufficient time to review and comment. The following steps must. also, be accomplished: 1) The Lead Agency is to advise Metropolitan that it and other agencies participating in the project have complied with the requirements of CEQA prior to Metropolitan's participation.. 2) You must agree to indemnify Metropolitan, its officers, engineers, and agents for any costs or liability.arising out of any violation of any laws or regulations including but not limited to the California Environmental Quality Act and its implementing regulations.. 15. Metropolitan's Plan -Review Cost a. An engineering review of your proposed facilities and developments and the preparation of a letter response giving Metropolitan's comments, requirements gnd/or approval that will require 8 man-hours or less of effort is typically performed at no cost.to the developer, unless a facility must be modified where Metropolitan has superior rights. If an engineering review and letter response requires more than 8'man-hours of effort by Metropolitan to determine if the proposed facility or development is compatible with its facilities, or if modifications to Metropolitan's manhole(s) or other facilities will be required, then all of Metropolitan's costs associated with the project must be paid by the developer, unless the developer has superior rights. b. A deposit of funds will be required from the developer before Metropolitan can begin its detailed engineering plan review that will exceed 8 hours. The amount of the required deposit will be determined after a cursory review of the plans for the proposed development. c. Metropolitan's final billing will be based on actual cost incurred, and will ,include engineering plan review, inspection, materials, construction, and administrative overhead charges calculated in accordance with Metropolitan's standard accounting practices. If the cost is' less than the deposit, a refund will be made; however, if the cost exceeds the deposit, an invoice will be forwarded for payment of the additional amount. Additional deposits may be required if the cost of Metropolitan's review exceeds the amount of the initial deposit. 16. Caution We advise you that Metropolitan's plan reviews and responses are based upon information available to Metropolitan which was prepared by or on behalf of Metropolitan for general record purposes only. Such information may not be sufficiently detailed or accurate for your purposes. No warranty of any kind, either express or implied, is attached to the information therein conveyed as to its accuracy, and no inference should be -drawn from Metropolitan's failure to comment on any aspect of your project. You are therefore cautioned to make such surveys and other field investigations as you may deem prudent to assure yourself that any plans for your project are correct. i 14 17. Additional Information Should you require additional information, please contact: Metropolitan Water jj,,strxct of Southern California P.O. Box 54153 Los Angeles, California, 90054-0153 (213) 217-6000 - JEH/MRW/lk ' Rev: January 22,: 1989 Encl. t NO PERNI4NENT STRUCTURES PERM/TIED N.W.D. PERMANENT RIGHT OF 'WAY NO ROOF OVERHANG PERMITTED -�-C BUILDING FOOTING MUST NOT ADJACENT ENCROACH INTO TO RIGHT RIGHT .OF WAY OF WAY FINISHED SURFACE 44 I I REOU/RED DEPTH OF. i FOOTING i h 1 VI a 45' YPICALTI I i N.W.D. P/PEL/NE T7i£ AlE7ROPOL/TAH WATER D15TRIC7 REOUIRENENTS FOR 1VOM% N.W.D. PIPELINE SIZE;DEPMLOCATION BUILDINGS AND FOOT/NGS AND WIDTH OF PERMANENT RIGHT OF ADJACENT TO N. W. D. WAY VARIES. 4RIGHT OF WAY �� a Q o � '• j O ��� � � h O ,.. � � ' 4 cy `� � � i 3� � � �g Q � 03 � JO � i �a � � � O `i x y �yE G !.� 3N/7 .(lb'3dOt/d I �� a B� �.. 1 M.W.D. Pipeline fir! ' 4 v 0 //► I 4 �x6"premo/ded � / -' "� -- - - --*- � expansion Joint � ' .B_�• � .. 4 Dmm. �_ '- —Apertures os directed by , . _ - - - -- '.' G .• ' • the En�ineer,toto/ vo/ume �' • ' °• � not ro exceed 2 the vo/ume ••,','; of Jhe.'supporting wa//------- v• --------- .v • � Concrete support wo// to - � be p/aced against undis- ' •:�;;-p•• Curbed ground . � ------ SECT/ON 'A -A" I D � . /. Supporting, wo// sho// have o firm bearing on the subgrode and agoins! the side of the excavation. 2. Premolded expansion joint fi//er. per A5TM D-/75/ 73 to be used in support for steel pipe on/y: 3. /f trench width . is 4 feet or greater,measured along renterline of M. W. D. pipe, concrete support must be constructed. 4. /f trench width is less than 4 feet, a%on sand back- - fi/;compacted to 90% density in accordance with >he provisions of ASTM Standard D-/557-70 may be � used in lieu of the concrete suppor> wo/% -i CROSS SECT/ON u AERA Master Planned Community Page 1 of 1 Koutnik, Daryl From: Brad Blakeley [thx11380Cearthlink.net) Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2003 7:28 AM To: dkoutnikQplanning.co.Ia.ca.us Subject: AERA Master Planned Community `. Mr. Koutnik, f Please find attached, in Microsoft Word and plain text format, the concerns of the North Hills Homeowners. We are an association of 301 homes immediately adjacent to the southwest corner of this development. Thank You for your consideration. Brad Blakeley 562-694-5041 <thx 113 80 @ earthlink.nets 5/20/2003 Daryl Koutnik May 20, 2003 County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning Impact Analysis Section 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 dkoutnik@piaiiiiing.co.ia.ca.us Subject: Aera Master Planned Community "Notice of Preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Report Mr, Koutnik, My name is Brad Blakeley and I represent as President, the North Hills Homeowners Association. We are an association that consists of 301 homes in the city of La Habra immediately adjacent to the southwest comer of the proposed Aera Master Planned Community. We have concerns that the Aera Master Planned Community will have a deleterious impact upon our and surrounding communities. Our concems are as follows Traffic Abatement; 1. How will the estimated increase in traffic affect the already congested intersections of Colima and Fullerton Road (already rated as "F") as well as the Harbor Whittier Blvd intersection that has a rating of "D"? 2. How will the road system be upgraded to allow the estimated increased traffic to access the 60 Freeway? 3. How will the intersections of Harbor and Lambert Road, Harbor and Imperial Highway be modified to accommodate the increased traffic? 4. What consequences will a through road from Brea Canyon Boulevard to Harbor Boulevard be when the commuters on the 57 discover this alternate route to the San Gabriel Valley? 5. How will the overall traffic circulation be affected and how will the existing and future congestion be abated? Public Services 1. What provisions for increased Fire and Emergency services will be p;ovided? Who will pay? 2. What.provisions for increased school attendance will bemade? Who will pay? 3. What provisions for increased water usage will be made? Who will pay? 4. What provisions for increased recreational needs will be made? Who will pay? 5. What provisions for increased Police coverage will be made? Who will pay? 6. What provisions for increased sewage and waste removal will be made? Who will pay? Environmental 1. What endangered species of flora and fauna will be affected and how will they be protected/preserved? 2. What impact will grading have upon the tract area and surrounding environs? 3. What impact will the chemicals used upon the proposed golf course have on the watershed and runoff to the ocean? 4. What impact will the runoff from the development have on the water treatment issues that face both the counties of Los Angeles and Orange today? Who will pay? 5. What will the effect of this development have upon the wildlife corridor? 6. What provisions will be made to make this corridor viable other than the proposal that the golf course is to be considered as part of t corridor? 7. What real and effective measures need to be made to ensure that the oilfield will be safe to live on now and in the foreseeable future? Aesthetics 1. What provisions will be made to preserve the ridgelines so that houses do not visually exceed same? 2. Will the natural hillside be preserved wherever development is not proposed? 3. What provisions will be made to keep existing trees in situ? 4. How will the overall increase in congestion and population density affect the RURAL aspect of the area and how will that increase the quality of life for all of the current residents of the surrounding communities? Sincerely, Brad Blakeley President —North Hills Homeowners Association 940 Woodcrest Avenue La Habra, Ca 90631 562-6945041 ORANGE COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY P.O. Box 86, Orange, CA 92856-0086 . 145 South Water St., Orange, CA 92866 Chip Prather, Fire Chief May 19, 2003 County Of Los Angeles Attn: Daryl Korm* Dept Of Regional Planning 320 W Temple St Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Re: Aera Master Planned Commuity NOP of Draft EIR Dear Sir(s): (714) 744-0400 1 Pf�Y 20 2003 �fONAL PLANNING *COUNTY Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the NOP area plan for the Aera Planned Community. The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) has identified that the project will present significant impacts to existing fire and rescue services. Currently, the OCFA is responsible for provision of these services to the Orange County section of the project area. While mutual and automatic aid agreements are sufficient to ensure protection of the area in its current state, the development into the proposed use would pose significant new service needs not only within the project area, but regionally as well. To mitigate these impacts, the applicant will be required to enter into a secured fire protection agreement with the OCFA as a condition of development. The OCFA has significant concern on development of the project in historical oilfields. Adherence to special development conditions as well as all other standard condition of the OCFA would be required during project submittal and development. A full list of these requirements is available through the OCFA Planning and Development Section. We would like to offer the following comments: 1. Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) is not identified as a reviewing agency on page 2. LA Fire and Sheriffs and OC Sheriffs are identified. 2. In lieu of a pre -annexation agreement, OCFA will review and comment as a service provider. 3. Residential Fire Service is not currently provided to the proposed development area. This area is outside our response time limits. A fire service agreement may be needed if another agency is willing to provide service and if that agency is located within a reasonable distance from the project site. The distances may be too great. This type of agreement would define the manner in which primary serve is provided, the methods of funding those services and the responsibilities of the parties involved. The Fire Protection Agreement would be an outgrowth of the Secure Fire Protection Agreement between the. developer and the OCFA. 4. The developer will need to enter into a Secured Fire Protection Agreement with OCFA. Serving the Cities of. Aliso Viejo .Buena Park .Cypress .Dana Point .Irvine .Laguna Hills .Laguna Niguel .Laguna Woods .Lake Forest . La Palma . Alamitos .Mission Viejo .Placentia. Rancho Santa Mazgarita. San Clemente. San Juan Capistrano .Seal Beach .Stanton .Tustin .Villa Park . Westminster Yorba Linda. and Unincorporated Areas of Orange County RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLERS AND SMOKE DETECTORS SAVE LIVES ` 5. Afire station may be required. 6. This area is within the Very High Fire Hazard Severity, Zone/Special Fire Protection Area and will require all structures to conform to VHFHSZ standards and special landscaping/fuel management plans: All fuel modifications plans shall be in accordance with the OFCA guidelines for development within Special Fire Protection Areas (SFPA) as outlined in Guidelines C-04, C-OS and C-06 available on the OCFA website. Please see our web site for specif cs h1tn //s Yocfa org/biisinesslp7, ndd/mridelin.htm. 7. All standard conditions and guidelines will be applied to the project during the normal review process. 8. OCFA will review water supply, emergency access, transportation design, and hazardous material management. 9. OCFA will be review plans associated with this development prior to any proposed annexation. The submitted tentative tract maps, tentative parcel maps, master fire plans, site plans; and fuel modification plans will be reviewed by OCFA staff prior to recordation of maps by the developer. Such information pertaining to accessibility, minimum road widths, gates, fire hydrants, water availability, fire hazard notification for SFPA; automatic sprinkler systems, etc. shall be provided with the tentative tract/parcel maps, site plans and fire master plans. The conceptual fuel modification plans shall be reviewed and approved prior to the public hearing of the tentative tract/parcel map, with the final fuel modification plans being reviewed and approve prior to the recordation of the subject maps. . 10. Since the property has been subject to extensive oil drilling, the developer shall provide a combustible gas/methane assessment study to OCFA for, review and approval. Should measurable quantities of methane gas be detected, the developer shall also submit a mitigation plan to address the issue 11. By including OCFA as an agency of reference for traffic, hazardous materials and water issues (in addition to public services), OCFA staff will create the interagency co- operative spirit that is necessary to provide a comprehensive approach to all aspects of future development within the Aera Master Plan. This method will give OCFA an early opportunity to comment on the basic development designs and standards for the project, rather than after significant designs have been initiated. 12. Unless annexation occurs, OCFA shall be responsible for architectural plan check reviews and inspection services. Currently, OCFA uses the 2001 edition of the CFC and CBC, with amendments as approved by the County of Orange. This also includes site visits, fuel modification (initial review as well as final signature for HOA acceptance and annual inspections), new construction, etc. for inspection services. If you have any additional questions or concerns regarding this project, please contact me at (714) 744-0484 or at,genebevnellg4 claa rg. Sincerely, / G/ ene F. Begn" ells Battalion Chief, Strategic Services Serving the Cities of Aliso Viejo •Buena Pazk •Cypress .Dana Point .Irvine .Laguna Hills •Laguna Niguel .Laguna Woods •Lake Forest . La Palma . Las Alamitos .Mission Viejo .Placentia •Rancho Santa Margarita •San Clemente .San Juan Capistrano .Seal Beach •Stanton •Tustin .Villa Park . Westminster . Yorba Linda .and Unincorporated Areas of Orange County RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLERS AND SMOKE DETECTORS SAVE LIVES Puente Hills Landfill Native Habitat Preservation Authority �+ � May 22, 2003 f�� 28 ��3 �`y����h�NiNG _� "" Daryl Koutnik - County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Notice of Preparation for Draft Environmental Impact Report (E1R) AERA Energy Master Planned Community Dear Mr. Koutnik: The Puente Hills Landfill Native Habitat Preservation Authority (Habitat Authority) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Notice of Prepazation for the AERA project. The Habitat Authority is a joint powers authority established pursuant to California Govemment Code Section 6500 et seq. with a Board of Directors consisting of the City of Whittier, County of Los Angeles, Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County, and the Hacienda Heights Irnprovement Association. The purpose of the Habitat Authority is to acquire, restore and maintain open space in the Whittier/Puente Hills as a permanent protection for the native habitat. The Habitat Authority's jurisdiction extends within .eastern Los Angeles County approximately from the intersection of the 605 and 60 Freeways in the west to Hazbor Boulevard in the east. The Habitat Authority requests that the draft EIR consider impacts to lands this agency owns and/or manages. Overall, we manage over 3,775 acres of public open space, a public investment of over $43 million dollars for acquisition. Land managed by this agency is for biological preservation purposes. Its sustainability is biologically dependent on the open space land to the east of our jurisdiction. Considering other publicly managed open space lands within our jurisdiction, public investment for land ownership west of Harbor Boulevard totals over $50 million. When drafting the EIR please include analysis of economic impacts, and the importance of keeping the biological integrity of open space land within the project area intact so it does not diminish the biological value of land this agency manages. Furthermore, the draft EIR should address the issue of compafibifity of roadways and other barriers with wildlife. Issues to address include the restriction of wildlife movement, the increase in wildlife mortality with roadways within and outside the Specific Plan project area, and the threat of public safety with vehicular -wildlife collisions. In addition, the Habitat Authority along with partnering agencies have been awarded grant funding for a wildlife underpass at Harbor Boulevazd, and are in the A Joint Powers Agency created pursuant to California Government Code §6500 et seq. 7702 Washington Avenue, Suite C, Whittler, California 90602 •Phone; 562 / 945 - 9003 •Fax: 562 / 945 - 0303 �*. AERA NOP Koufiik Page 2 process of developing it. The draft EIR should address any impacts this proposed project may have on the ability for this underpass to function well. Also, please have the draft EIR address the Authority's ability to install proper wildlife fencing recommended by experts to facilitate wildlife movement through the underpass. We are available to work with the County and applicant to develop a strategy for providing fencing of this nature. In addition, please include a study of connectivity with multi -purpose non - motorized recreational trails west of harbor Boulevard. Analysis is warranted for potential impacts to existing recreational features and trails within our jurisdiction and the need for developing new recreational trails for horses, bicycles and pedestrians in the region. Lastly, the draft EIR needs to provide analysis regarding cumulative impacts of the proposed increase in urbanization on the regional natural environment and the ability of the Puente -Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor to remain sustainable. Please add us to the mailing list for the draft EIR when it is made available for public review. Thank you for your consideration of our comments. Feel free to contact Andrea Gullo, Executive Director, at (562) 945-9003 for further discussion. Sincer Bo enderson Chairman Cc: Board of Directors Citizens Technical Advisory Committee April 15,2002 Mr. L.es Card Chief Executive Officer L,SA Associates, Inc. 20 Executive Park Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92614-4732 Dear Mr. Card: It has come to our attention that various community offices have received notice of a Traffic Impact Analysis for the proposed Aera Energy project. As chairman of the development committee for the Rowland Heights Community Coordinating Council, we need to advise you that there are other intersections (besides those mentioned in your April Vt letter) which will definitely be impacted by the proposed development. They are as follows: Fullerton Rd/Sunrise Fullerton Rd/Diamond Plaza Fullerton Rd/Gale Fullerton Rd/Mescal Fullerton Rd/Aguiro Fullerton Rd/Sordello Fullerton Rd/Los Palacios Colima/Paso Real Colima/Batson Colima/Fairway Harbor/Old Fullerton Rd (North) Harbor/Old Fullerton Rd (South) Harbor/Vantage Pointe Dr Harbor/Wellington It surprises me that Mr. Couch failed to provide you with the proper contacts within our organization, as he certainly attends every single one of our monthly meetings. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you have any questions. Sincerely, Mike Popovec cc: Russ Bell - RHCCC Vice President/Development Committee Chair Rowland Heights Community Coordinating Council 2635 Hayride Ct Rowland Heights, CA 91748 (626)912-2677 je.nt By: Rowland Water District; 562 697 6149; May-21-03 14:29; Page 2/3 Rowland Water District P.O. Box 8460 Consult 3021 South Fullerton Road JANETI Rowland Heights, California 91748 General Telephone: (562) 697-1726 Fax: (562) 697-6149 DIRECTORS JOHN A. ROWLAND, V. ANTONIO DILIBERTI President Vice President ROBERT W. LtVV0 ANTHONY LIMA DAN IIORAN May 20, 2003 County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 W. Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Re: Environmental Impact Report Aare Master Planned Community Dear Mr. Koutnik: - Thank you for the opportunity to review and provide comments on the proposed preparation of the Environmental tmpact Report for this project. . Rowland Water District has reviewed the Notice of Preparation for this project. Rowland Water District will provide potable water service and reclaimed water service to the portion of this project within the current Rowland Water District Service boundary. Rowland Water District is correctly identified as the water service provider in the Notice of Preparation for this project. Rowland Water District is currently preparing a water system study to identify the facilities required to provide service to this project. The notice of preparation does not identify construction of required water service facilities. Providing service to this project will require a significant expansion of Rowland Water District facilities, including the following: Obtaining additional source of water supply from the Metropolitan Water District Redistributing existing California Domestic Water Company potable water supply; Constructing transmission water mains to bring the MIND source water to the project site; Constructing above ground steel tank water storage reservoirs for five (5) water service zones; Constructing water -pumping stations to supply water to each water service zone; 0 Constructing water transmission and distribution pipelines for each water service zone. lent By: Rowland Water District; 562 697 6149; May-21-03 14:29; Page 3/3 Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning May 20, 2003 Page Two We recommend the Project EIR address the environmental issues associated wish the development of the required water service facilities. Copies of the Water Facilities Study will be made available for your use in coordinating environmental impact issues. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, Anthony Poll General Manager /mib 619696450'l # 2/ 3 �E n Sernpra Energy utirity May 28, 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles CA 90012-3225 Re: Aera Master Planned Community Mr. Koutnik: Sempra Energy Utilities on behalf of the Southern California Gas Company (SCG) would like to thank the County of Los Angeles and the County of Orange for the opportunity to comment on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Aera Master Planned Community Draft Program EIR. . Although the project area is described as predominantly undeveloped except for cattle grazing activities and active oil field operations, there is the possibility that utility infrastructure (natural gas, electric, water, sewer etc.} may currently exist within the project area to serve those uses. We believe that the program DEIR should consider and discuss the potential impacts of any relocations or upgrades to that existing infrastructure to accommodate the development proposed by the master plan project. If the relocation or upgrade of existing utility systems, as well as the extension of new utility. systems, is anticipated to implement the development of the proposed project, such relocations, upgrades and new extensions should be discussed as a part of the "whale of the action" for the master plan project, and covered in the program DEIR. As the provider of natural gas to customers in the County of Los Angeles and the County of Orange, the Southern California Gas Company is concerned that its ability to serve those customers not be adversely affected by the absence of a discussion of utility infrastructure in the master Plan's program EIR. Such a discussion could be beneficial in avoiding any potential delays to natural gas and other public utility improvements that will be a part of the whole of the action for the master plan project. W 5-20-03;10:4eAM: In the Project Description on page 5, the NOP notes that implementation of the proposed mater plan would require connections to the regional infrastructure, north into Los Angeles County and south into Orange County. The program DER needs to address. and analyze any off -site or on -site work needed to connect to SCG existing regional natural gas facilities and service the proposed project. The impacts of off -site and on -site natural gas work need to be quantified in the program DEIR. Also, any regulatory permitting (i.e. wetlands permits, encroachment permits), mitigation, environmental construction monitoring and post -project mitigation monitoring and maintenance required for installation of the natural gas utility work needs to be addressed in the program DER and provided by Aera Energy LLC as the project proponent. We encourage Aera LLC to contact the Southern California Gas Company and discuss the planning of natural gas systems required for the Aera Master Planned Community to assure that the planning and construction of those systems are adequately addressed in the program DER. Please call me at (619) 696-2732 if you have any questions about our comments, or to get the name and phone number of a contact at the Southern California Gas Company. Sincerely �T``'''�tto Mark Chomyn ' {CP Land Planner I Sempra Energy Utilities Cc: Aera Energy LLC Karen Boven, Southern Califomia Gas Company a� 20 2003 irGI�NAL PLANNING l A. COUNTY SIERRA CLUB F aUk4'4'i.i E9 iaa't "Save The Wildlife Corridor" May 16, 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Dear Daryl: I sincerely appreciate the fact that you attended both scoping meetings concerning the AERA Energy project, As you could see, the format made it somewhat difficult to get an immediate pulse on how the public weighed in on the subject,.. though you can pretty well guess that the people who attended weren't crazy about the impact this project will have on their own quality of life, Although I have registered my concerns with the on -site stenographers, and in writing, I need to submit this letter, as well, in behalf of the Sierra Club. Not surprisingly, the Sierra Club strongly supports the goal of maintaining the subject property as open space; The work that has already been one to preserve the existing Wildlife Corridor is at risk. AERA's solution for maintaining corridor "connectivity" is not acceptable. In fact, I was surprised their plan did not include small signs for animals to read so they could know where to walk. Following are several key points we feel need to be addressed in their EIR: Issues conflicting the Rowland Heights Community General Plan ➢ .How does this project address the Rowland Heights Community General Plan? ➢ How will the Rowland Unified School District accommodate nearly 2,100 new students? ➢''How is it possible to mitigate incremental traffic created by 3,600 additional houses? 11 -- Has any consideration been given to the loss of recreation potential? What is the cumulative effect of this construction as it relates to projects such as Alameda Corridor East? ' ➢ What will be done to provide increased county/state services - fire & police? Wildlife Issues ➢ .How does this project address the protection of sensitive biological areas during and after construction? ➢ How can the destruction of Busting animal habitat be mitigated? ➢ What proof is there, once a habitat is bulldozed, that animals will suddenly reappear?, ➢ What modifications can be made to assure the existing Wildlife Corridor will not be severed? ➢ What will be done to protect endangered species of animal and plant life during and after construction? Land and Geological Issues ➢ How will slope stability problems be addressed? ➢ What plans are there for soil structure analysis and geology? ➢ How detailed and reliable are maps of historical drilling sites, pipelines and other oilfield operations? ➢ What are the impacts of historical chemical practices (now in soil) on longevity of the new infrastructure? ➢ How many homes will be situated on the Whittier -Elsinore Fault System? Ecological Issues ➢ What guazantees aze there that oil field contamination will not occur during or after construction? ➢ What records are available concerning the historical chemical audit of business? ➢ How reliable are these chemical records, given the fact that oilfield operations began in the 1800's? ➢ What kind of warranty will be extended to new homeowners for any future problems with petroleum -related problems? ➢ What are the specific plans for oak tree removal and replacement? ➢ Where will replacement oaks be sourced? . ➢ How will remaining open space be maintained? Water Issues ➢ How will tests be conducted to determine existence of perchlorates? ➢ What assurance is there concerning a 20-year guarantee to supply water to this development? ➢ What is AERA's experience and best management practice for handling sewage and waste water? ➢ What chemicals were used and stored in drilling operations anywhere on the property? ➢ How will groundwater status be evaluated in conjunction with flows and basin configurations? ➢ How will impacts be measured regarding increased impervious cover for the watershed? Earlier reference is made concerning the Rowland Heights Community Plan. Approved by the LA County Board of Supervisors.in 1981, this plan has been largely ignored almost since the day it was adopted. Proof of this comment is illustrated on the attached chart. Based upon 2000 US Census data, it shows that Rowland Heights is the third fastest growing community in the San Gabriel Valley. The fact that Diamond Bar is ranked second (and our two communities are adjacent) totally explains the horrific traffic situation endured by all residents. Two weeks ago, Supervisor Knabe acknowledged our plight in a comment appearing in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune. As you might be aware, the Supervisor commissioned his own traffic study which has been recently released. There are NO intersections within our community which have a service level better than "D". We will definitely be looking for answers if the information provided by AERA is different than that which was commissioned by the Supervisor. Respectfully submitted, NV �L P4�t rv_lr� Michael J. Popovec Sierra Club Puente -Chino Hills Task Force Chair 2635 Hayride Ct Rowland Heights, CA 91748 626-912-2677 4�ili \'4'ilsltire i3nule:vanl S I � �I``1-1 f21a) ,'th7-b52ti phanr Suil.a 3?0 � r i Tj� ('Y.i) 3R7-S58.i fax Lrr.� AnKcicc. C:\ 9C0'10-t904 LlJ L wwlvsicrradub.org rnuNnen rxvz May 19, 2003 Nlr. CJarvl k'outnik j = County of t.os Angeles t)eparttncnt of Rel;iortal Plaatlrllip, -1 3'20 Nest '1-emple Street Los Angeles, (.'A 90O12-3225 Ltcar Mr. Koutnilc St i13.1E(."1': Notice of Preparation of a Drati Environmental intltact Report AfiRA Master Planned <'ommunity "fhc. Sierra C'luh has reviewed documents lransntitted with your letter detect April 2 t, 2003, concerning the subject Notic.c. of Preparation. 5icrra Cluh ntCrrtbcrs have hcctt wc?rking f}?r rru?rc than 20 years to preserve key biological rtatd a'ec.reaiio.nal resources in llac Pucartc Bills, This efti�rt, along with that of cotntntutity groups in Whittier, Hacienda t-te;igltis, L<t tiahrar Heights, atttl Rvwlaatd Ilciihts, has rCsulted i.n the: expenditure of more than $Sf) million for the acquisition of"nearly ;3,8OO. aCYCS of open spae� land west. of Ha.rbvr I31vd. The L>ipar(ment of Kegional Planning hats rcecnQy approval. a Conditionu.l Usc 1''cnnif for further expansion of the Puente I fills T..andtill which authorizes an additional $3$ million in tipping fee surcharges for 1'utiher I;tnd acquisitions attd restoration in this area, and $23 million for the ltnur�t.h Supctviso.rlal I)isu•icf tier envirnnanentnl anti educational purposes. It is difficult to undcrst.and how a 3,tiQ0 I'tirrr,e pl;u'mcd cunranunity, with a large acreage set aside ti>r a �ol('cr?ursc, coul<f avoitl negating this large expenditure of public foods through damaging circulation ofwildlife a.tua biological nrt[erials through this lar};e area. It is our position that any pt'oject appt'oved on this property nurst favor this puhltc. invcsitttctrl, and the regional public involvrrnent that led (oils expenditure, over the further profit potential of a company that has already extracted millions of dollars in oil production profits frotrt this land as cun'ently zotteil. I'he Sierra ('tub wishes to offer the following specific comments Cn the Notice of Preparation: 1 , W bile we support development irf a pro�am E3trvironrneutal impact Rcpnrl to he used as guidant:c for this lat'ge project, we believe iltC sensitive environmental resources, site hazards, slope stability concerns, t:raftic and vehicle emissions, and water availability issues, among others, rcc}wire that individual environmcatt<d site -specific analyses be per(i?mled for ecralt specific phase of project development. Of course, as required by f'FiQA, Cacti phase rmrsr. bc. considered in the light of the target' development pa'opasetl for the sift:. R?. The. Li`iltllifu Corridor Conservation Authority (WCC:A) has per'fonned wildli.fi3 moventcnl sludiecs and vct;clative mapping throughout the Puente and Cltino hills, except fi>r the itropt�rty ownctl t?y AEiRA, Phis omission was the result of WCCA's scit:ntists being unable ar ub(ain permission from ABItA to cater their property. to order for' GIR studies of wildlife nuivcn'ra3l and biological resources to have awry Credibility with respect tta stud.its done by 4\rC:'C'!>, it is essential fiber these. studies he dons jointly by consuhunts li•+iprt hCih WC'CA :utd ,1P.i'tA, at AIiFt.A`s expense, 5/Zit <= EEE5L8EEtZ •`WdSt:b E -OZ-9 `•t331dVHa S3l3JNb �,18 1N3S Mr. 170ry1 K.outnil< May 19, 2003 Pa.gC'l'wo PCR has' prepared tt study ofbiological resources in llte; Puente Hills for Regional Planninf; ussueiated with the evaluation of Significant T;cologictl Areas, Their conclusions were that the entire Puente Flills pordott c?I'thc Puertta-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor, including Ai?RA's proper1.y, should bu dcsi�matcd as an SEA. Their reconnnendation, as contained in the (; ounty SC'sA. Report issued in 2001, was to limit development to density no greater than one d2vcllittp, unit per tort acres, which would result in an entitlement for approximately 3p0 home ort Llti5 property. "l'he Environmental hnpact Report should inclurlc art alt.crnativc liar Ellis number ofhontcs, configured in a location that minimizes env.irortntenta.l inq?ac(s. Ifa targca- number of homes is proposed, as implied itt the NOP, biological studies associated with this ltu-ger numl?er tttust elca,rly be reconciled with the County's recornn2endutions for Sh:A designation. As noted from our 2001 letter, and past involvantettt irr creating i.kac S6A Program, the Sierra Club tt2amfain5 a }21g)t CpnirttlttnCnt t9 1?rotG'Ctn'l�; iltesC et`Iti4itl Ce5llUrt:eS in 1_os ltngeaes County. 4. Ahernaiivrs C01ttit5lent With eXIS4mg prhpel•ty Zpnittg Sittliild illso i.7e C�itltiaiClr in tttc .rlR, h is expected that these: altcruat.ivcs would also include a smaller number of homes confligured in a manner that would produce the least environmental impacts. AERA's ability to use this property should remain consisttnt with its Toning at the time it was 1?urchascd, noel under Which they have been paying property taxes on it over the last scvr:ral decados. Observations of wildlife to the west of A)JRA's property conclusively prove the: functionality of tl2e I'uenta-Chino Wildlife Corridor through AEItA's property. Any proposed developments must be unqucstlonably consistent with the ability for wildlilc to continue to move tltratgh this property. Wildlife movement areas should be lirlly n2ttppecl and retained tts undisturbed open space. Grassy golf courses arC llOt COnsistellt W1t11 W11d111C noel plant movernertt for all species that currently use t'hc comdor. In addition, the: Gorridoe Rmetiorts ag ,+living body with movement passages and core reserves, c��herc animals eun sustain life cycle at ivitits as they slowly h•avcl along the con'idor. While large man2tnals may travel tens of miles in a single evening, n2ost of the movement of plants and ani.mtds along thL corridor is sloWur'. The proposed develc2prrtcnt must carefully aceotnrrtodate all current anridor species'. (i. Seve ra! developments are also being proposed in the region between ttpper'i'onnet• Canyon ;and 1larhnr Aivd, The lrlR must consider cumulative impacts of all of these projects nn species movement. Mitigation rncasures are fi•cquccttly unsuccessful, with respect. to wildlife vitality. As un uxaunL�le, Sanitation Disu•icts proposed providing nesting sites Lwo replace ttvo Gave nests ustal by great horned owls, after tlicsc existing .ttests were dishtrbet! by landfill expansion. ')-his ntitigalion was never intplerttentcd, and the cave nests have been little used since 199G. It is Itr prefcrahle to design projects that do not require mitigations for loss of natural resources an<I, if such mitigations are proposed, that t12c:y both be backed up by proven examples of success, and that their implementation is mandated and verified by Kegional Planning, $. 'fhc project shr?uld assure consistency with designation by.l}tG i.l.s. Fish and �'r'ildlifc Service st. crilic2ll hahilel. g/gy ! <= E8E5LSEEtZ `•Wd9t�b E -OZ-9 `•FJ31dVH0 S3l3rJNV �AS 1N35 Mr. Daryl Koutnih May 19, 2Q43 Page Three 9• Water availability, consistent with reductions in California's (;oluradn River uiloeation and olhar proposed developments in Los Angeles and adjacent counties, should bcs itroven front specific allocations avaiiable solely to AERA. 1 U. Access roads and proposed n7ixcd use development. plans in the vicinity of 1-larl>or f31vd. should he avoided because of potential impairments to Wildlilc JnovcJne).1t through a small canyon south of Vantage Pointe Homes, on the norihwesicm perimeter of the. project boundary. '1"his canyon provides the lest rcrn.air,.inf; viable Jnovement corridor through the: western end of Ai12A's property, and its function has alJ'eady been seriously compromised by conshuction of Harbor Blvd. C,onsidersttion shvtrld be gi'vcn to iJtcluding AEKA's tinaaciat participation in fencing or other facilities on their property associated with an crthauced wildlife crossing at I larbor f31vd. as mitigation for any project considered on this prop�rt.y. i 1. The c .Et�A checklist provided 4vith the NOP accurately documents a la.rl;e number of potential impacts involving on -site and off -site impacts, his cxpectc:d th•'ti each of these areas will be fully addressed in the Llli• In addition, it should be noted that the Puente I fills vretre used both by the Ciabricicno-'1'ortgva people and was a part of early laud grants used tier caulo grtring and other agricu.lhtral activit.ics. We do not agree that the area has nn aratacolobicsl sibni.ticancc. Careful studies of potential resources should he cnnductc.d in cooperation with the Gabrii;lciio-Tongva Tribal Councii. 1 z. Duel modification zones reyuirect around the proposed areas ol'deve.lopmcut sl.tould be. irzcludal in the c9cvcloprttcnt acreage rather than the open space area aca-cage. t.-)pen spaci, - totals shvuld include only those lands that retain full usage of native plant and animal stied es. 13. ht addition to the alternatives suggested above, I2egianal Planning should re;qucst a full Cartgc of altrn-native proposals for reduced number of homes, minimal distLrbancc o.f opcJ, space areas, eliminatirn, of mixed use ira the areas east of the SR 57 Freeway, and reclt.Jced on -and of i-site iJnpacts. IJconotnic impacts to t7tc Cotmty for schools, roads and iJafrastJltCtU1'C sltould be tabulated, but ccono.mic impacts to AERA should not be used as a basis for elin'rinating any altaernative that can. substantially reduce or eliminate envirornnaa,tal impacts from this proposed master planned conununity. 14. Tire wcslom Puente Hills currently pa-ovide residents and schook with opportunities to view nature and enjoy outdoor recreation. The )r1R should address the value of these. recreational c5ppnrtu.nitics in light of substun<tard park acreage in Los Angeles (:ounty and note where. similar opportunities wits be provided it'AERA's project is approved. 9/b# <= EEE4L8EElZ °WdSI�*r E -OZ-S •`FJ31dbH� S3�30NV :A9 1N35 Mr. Daryl Koutnik May IJ.2U(13 Page Hour The Sierra C'tub appreciates the opportunity to comment. on. the NOP and looks forward to I"urthcr participation in the environmental review. Please direol any qucsYions on our itaput to Angeles Chaptor Conservation Coordinator Johanna 7..aih:r$crg at. (213) 3R7-42A7, extension 204. SirtCcroly, 3cl`f Yann (:onsetroalion Committee Sierra C'luh .'�ngeles Chapter 5/5# <= ESE9LBEElZ `•Nld94�b E -OZ-9 `F131dVH0 S313'JNV �A8 1N3S SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION of GOVERNMENTS Main Offite 818 West Seventh Street Lzth Floor Los Angeles, California goo17-3435 t (2P3) z36-1800 f (n3) z36-LBzS www.scag.ca.gov ORSren: Preaidenn eovnnhnnnher Nal i. Loz Mgelzs Fvsi Vice Yrezidmt: Alayer (Ben Pexn; &ea •Second Vice President: penisor Qaarles Smith, ()range emmty special Couvry•: Hank Knipe; iuperial ,_cunt}• • jo EHiddz, Bra`vlr� Los Angeiu Cosmry:Yeonn< Ha<Lsralte Bssrke, ins AnEeles count}' Zn' Yamxls�ak}; Los 'tg<les fovnry •Melanie Ntdrnzn, eonzpton ury Bildssin, gn Gabriel • Brv<e Havwez, eocge Hass, Bell • Hil Hemson, Loz Angeles %m Bla<kw�ood, intnia Robvt Bmeaar, Rnanneaa • e<n<Danlaa, Paranmmn Mile Dfspenza, Palmdale Jud}� Duutap, glnvood �• Auda Gilanter, Los Mgelez • Enc e[tt Los Angelez •Wend}� Grenel, Loz tgelez lames Halva, Loa Angeles •Janice Halm, Loz Angelez • Nat<Holdm, Lox Angelez Svtdra )acobz, Fl Segmtdo •Tam UBonge, trrs nnKeles • Hmmk Lwvendtil, tmag Beach • %eith arthy, Dwamey Cindy Mfscikmnski, Les ,gedea •Pam O'Gormon Santa Aloadca •Nick chew, Los Mgetes •Alec Padilla, Lax Angeles • Jan Perry, Los Angelez • HeaM<e Ymn, Pico Ala�era Ed Reyes, Lnz Angeles Karns .uenrhal, elaremont •Dick Sanford, Azusa m S}'kes, Wilnstt Paui Talbot Alhambra • inet' Tien je, PazSdena •Tonic Re}'es Uranga, _ mg BeacL • Desmis Washbun:. CilaWsas • 7ack Vhiss, Los Angeles •Bob Yonttfian, Glendile Dennis P. Zinc, Loz Angeles range Bonney: eh>a<a s,mtn, oange ennnry Ran sate:, Loa aamhoa . a<t aroaaa. Hnnaa rk Lou Bone, Tsstin Debbie Gaok, tvzgsma Beach • eativ}n DeYonnS, tagnw Niguel • Richard DL aa. Lak<Forest •Ala Duke, La Pilma • SHvley MRacken. Nuheina • Bw xr}: Brea •Tod Ridgeway, Nessporz Beach erside <otavry: Hob enn<s. Aivernde Counry� ion Lwendge, Atvenide • JeQN'llen Co:ona Greg Penis, Cathedral Ciry •Ron Robercs. Temecula •Chnles Wlils<. Morem Villey ,n Bernardino connry: Pam B;ana sari :mardfno Count) •Hill Aleundn, Aancho zcamonga • taw�ence Dile, Hammv •Lee Arm 'a, Gxusd Terrace Susm Longcille, Szn BemaNino •Gary Osin, Omano Deborah Robenzns, Rialto n[wa Comry: Judy Mikels, Ventura Coun�� Becerxa, Sinu tiiliry• • eazl Morehouse, San .-aenaamnva • Ton[Twng. Pori Hueneme Riverside cvuvry'hayspomuon Commission: robin Lowe, Hemet ra Cowry Ramponasion Commission: ll Dmds, Sl'mi Villey May 7, 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 W est Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 RE: Comments on the Notice Impact Report for the Aera 20030220 Dear Mr. Koutnik r §�� ';MAY 12 2�C' ftEGiO[tfit i'ih{+dltr'u :,.iti'. Y�tsstf' of Preparation for a Dr«ft Environmental Master Planned Community •- SCAG No. I Thank you for submitting the Notice of Preparation for a Draft Environmental impact Report for the Aera Master Planned Community to SCAG for review and comment, As areawide clearinghouse for regionally significant projects, SCAG reviews the consistency of local plans, projects, and programs with regional plans. This activity is based on SCAG's responsibilities as a regional planning organization pursuant to state and federal laws and regulations. Guidance provided by these reviews is intended to assist local agencies and oroject sponsors to take actions that contribute to the attainment of regional. goals a.nd policies. VJe have reviewed the Notice of Preparatin, and. (lave determines that the proposed Project is regionally significant per California Environmental G�.lality Act (CEQA) Guidelines (Section 15206). The proposed Pro]ect ronsisJers the construction of more than 500 dwelling units. CEL?A requires that cliffs discuss .any inconsistencies between the proposed projerr and the applicable genera! plans and regional plans (Section 15125 (d]). If there are inconsistencies, an explanation and rationalization for such. inconsistencies should be pmvlded. Policies of SCAG's Regional Comprehensive Plan and Guide and Regional Transportation Pian, which may be applicable to your project, are outlined in the attachment. We expect the DEIR to specifically cite fhe appropriate SLAG policies and address the manner in which the Project is consistent with applicable core policies or supportive of applicable ancillary policies. Please use our policy numbers to refer to them in your DEIR. Also, we would encourage you to use aside -by -side comparison of SCAG policies with a discussion of the consistency or support of the policy with the Proposed Project. Please provide a minimum of 45 days for SCAG to review the DEIR when this document is available. If you have any questions regarding the attached comments, please contact me at (213) 235-1867. Thank you. Sincerely, /�• •� �,,,��� ��� C�jP�{i��� l _ 'may,•/ f �`-�EF EVMITH, AICP/ /��f d Senior Reggg`ional Planner Intergovernmental Review May 7, 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik Page 2 COMMENTS ON THE PROPOSAL TO DEVELOP A DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE AERA MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY SCAG NO. 1 20030220 PROJECT DESCRIPTION The proposed Project considers a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change and Specific Plan to allow for the development of a 3,600 residential unit, master planned residential community on an approximately 2,900-acre site within the Counties of Los Angeles and Orange. CONSISTENCY WITH REGIONAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND GUIDE POLICIES The Growth Management Chapter (GMC) of the Regional Comprehensive Plan and Guide (RCPG) contains the following policies that are particularly applicable and should be addressed in the Draft EIR for the Aera Master Planned Project. 3.01 The population, housing, and jobs forecasts, which are adopted by 3CAG's Regional Council and that reflect local plans and policies, shall be used by SLAG in all phases of implementation and review. Regional Growth Forecasts The Draft EIR should reflect the most current SCAG forecasts which are the 2001 RTP (April 2001) Population, Household and Employment forecasts for Los Angeles and Orange Counties. These forecasts are as follows: 3,13d267 3251,784 3,444;357, 3,638316` „ 3,861�589 4;118,809`= ZEE Orange 2000 . _ 2005 � 2010-:' PoQatron v w _„ 2 86S' 828 DO6,Q94 $,18 932 s 140usehQ-. 909,705 9661587i_ 15014 220=: � Errplo�ent _ G 1,5Q242p��, r v�1 667,�$8�; � '1,796 730 May 7, 2003 Mr, Daryl Koutnik Page 3 3.03 The, timing, transportation policies. financing, and location of public facilities, utility systems, and systems shall be used by SCAG to implement the regions growth The Growth Management goals to develop urban forms that enable individuals to spend less income on housing cost, that minimize public and private development costs, and that enable firms to be more competitive, strengthen the regional strategic goal to stimulate the regional economy. The evaluation of the proposed project in relation to the following policies would be intended to guide efforts toward achievement of such goals and does not infer regional interference with local land use powers. 3.05 Encourage patterns of urban development and land use, which reduce costs on infrastructure construction and make better use of existing facilities. 3.09 Support local jurisdictions' efforts to minimize the cost of infrastructure and public service delivery, and efforts to seek new sources of funding for development and the provision of services. 3. i0 Support local jurisdictions' actions to minimize red tape and expedite the permitting process to maintain economic vitality and competitiveness. GMC POLICIES RELATED TO THE RCPG GOAL TO IMPROVE THE REGIONAL QUALITY OF LIFE The Growth Management goals to attain mobility and clean air goals and to develop urban forms that enhance quality of life, that accommodate a diversity of life styles, that preserve open space and natural resources, and that are aesthetically pleasing and preserve the character of communities, enhance the regional strategic goal of maintaining the regional quality of life. The evaluation of the proposed project in relation to the following policies would be intended to provide direction for plan implementation, and does not allude to regional mandates. 3.12 Encourage existing or proposed local jurisdictions' programs aimed at designing land uses which encourage the use of transit and thus reduce the need for roadway expansion reduce the number of auto trips and vehicle miles traveled, and create opportunities for residents to walk and bike. May , I woo Mr. Daryl Koutnik Page 4 Encourage local jurisdictions' plans that maximize the use of existing urbanized areas accessible to transit through infill and redevelopment. 3.14 Support local plans to increase density of future development located at strategic points along the regional commuter rail, transit systems, and activity centers. 3. i6 Encourage developments in and around activity centers, transportation corridors, underutilized infrastructure systems, and areas needing recycling and redevelopment. 3.17 Support and encourage settlement patterns, which contain a range of urban densities 3.18 Encourage planned development in locations least likely to cause environmental . impact. I I . 3.20 Support the protection of vital resources such as wetlands, groundwater recharge areas, woodlands, production lands, and land containing unique and endangered plants and animals. 3.21 Encourage the implementation of measures aimed at the preservation and protection of recorded and unrecorded cultural resources and archaeological sites. 3.22 Discourage development, or encourage the use of special design requirements, in areas with steep slopes, high fire, flood, and seismic hazards. 3.23 Encourage mitigation measures that reduce noise in certain locations, measures aimed at preservation of biological and ecological resources, measures that would reduce exposure to seismic hazards, minimize earthquake damage, and to develop emergency response and recovery plans. May 7, 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik Page 5 The Growth Management Goal to develop urban forms that avoid economic and social polarization promotes the regional strategic goal of minimizing social and geographic disparities and of reaching equity among all segments of society. The evaluation of the proposed project in relation to the policy stated below is intended guide direction for the accomplishment of this goal, and does not infer regional mandates and interference with local land use powers. 3.24 Encourage efforts of local jurisdictions in the implementation of programs that increase the supply and quality of housing and provide affordable housing as evaluated in the Regional Housing Needs Assessment. 3.27 Support local jurisdictions and other service providers in their efforts to develop sustainable communities and provide, equally to all members of society, accessible and effective services such as: public education, housing, health care, social services, recreational facilities, law enforcement, and fire protection. REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLAN The Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) also has goals, objectives, policies and actions pertinent to this proposed project. This RTP links the goal of sustaining mobility with the goals of fostering economic development, enhancing the environment, reducing energy consumption, ' promoting transportation -friendly development patterns, and encouraging fair and equitable access to residents affected by socio-economic, geographic and commercial limitations. Among the relevant goals, objectives, policies and actions of the RTP are the following: Core Regional Transportation Plan Policies 4.01 Transportation investments shall be based on SCAG's adopted Regional Performance Indicators: Wtv -Transportation Systems should meet the public need for improved access, and for safe, comfortable, convenient, faster and economical movements of people and goods. Average Work Trip Travel Time in Minutes — 25 minutes (Auto) PM Peak Freeway Travel Speed — 45 minutes (Transit) PM Peak Non -Freeway Travel Speed May 7, 200a Mr. Daryl Koutnik Page 6 Percent of PM Peak Travel in Delay (Fwy) Percent of PM Peak Travel in Delay (Non-Fwy) -_ Accessibility - Transportation system , should ensure the ease with which opportunities are reached. Transportation and land use measures should be employed to, ensure minimal time and cost. Work Opportunities within 45 Minutes door to door travel time (Mode Neutral) Average transit access time Environment - Transportation system should sustain development and preservation of the existing system and the environment. (All Trips) CO, ROG, NOx, PM10, PM2.5 — Meet the applicable SIP Emission Budget and the Transportation Conformity requirements Reliability — Transportation system should have reasonable and dependable levels of service by mode. (All Trips) Transit — 63% Highway— 76% Safet - Transportation systems should provide minimal accident, death and injury. (All Trips) Fatalities Per Million Passenger Miles — 0 Injury Accidents — 0 Equity/Environmental Justice - The benefits of transportation investments should be equitably distributed among all ethnic, age and income groups. (All trips) By Income Groups Share of Net Benefits — Equitable Distribution of Benefits among all Income Quintiles Cost -Effectiveness - Maximize return on transportation investment (All Trips). Air Quality, Mobility, Accessibility and Safety Return on Total Investment — Optimize return on Transportation Investments 4.02 Transportation investments shall mitigate environmental impacts to an acceptable level: 4.04 Transportation Control Measures shall be a priority. 4.16 Maintaining and operating the existing transportation system will be a priority over expanding capacity. May 7, 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik Page 7 AIR QUALITY CHAPTER CORE ACTIONS The Air Quality Chapter core actions related to the proposed project includes: 5.07 Determine specific programs and associated actions needed (e.g., indirect source rules, enhanced use of telecommunications, provision of community based shuttle services, provision of demand management based programs, or vehicle-miles- traveledlemission fees) so that options to command and control regulations can be assessed. 5.11 Through the environmental document review process, ensure that. plans at all levels of government (regional, air basin, county, subregional and local) consider air quality, land use, transportation and economic relationships to ensure consistency and minimize conflicts. OPEN SPACE CHAPTER ANCILLARY GOALS Outdoor Recreation 9.01 Provide adequate land resources to meet the outdoor recreation needs of the present and future residents in the region and to promote tourism in the region. 9.02 Increase the accessibility to open space lands for outdoor recreation. 9.03 Promote self-sustaining regional recreation resources and facilities. Public Health and Safety 9.04 Maintain open space for adequate protection of lives and properties against natural and man-made hazards. 9.05 Minimize potentially hazardous developments in hillsides, canyons, areas susceptible to flooding, earthquakes, wildfire and other known hazards, and areas with limited access for emergency equipment. 9.06 Minimize public expenditure for infrastructure and facilities to support urban type uses in areas where public health and safety could not be guaranteed. May 7, 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik Page 8 Resource Production 9.07 Maintain adequate viable resource production lands, particularly lands devoted to commercial agriculture and mining operations. Resource Protection 9.08 Develop well -managed viable ecosystems or known habitats of rare, threatened and endangered species, including wetlands. WATER QUALITY CHAPTER RECOMMENDATIONS AND POLICY OPTIONS The Water Quality Chapter core recommendations and policy options relate to the two water quality goals: to restore and maintain the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the nation's water; and, to achieve and maintain water quality objectives that are necessary to protect all beneficial uses of all waters. i i.02 Encourage "watershed management" programs and strategies, recognizing the primary role of local governments in such efforts. 11.05 Support regional efforts to identify and cooperatively plan for wetlands to facilitate both sustaining the amount and quality of wetlands in the region and expediting the process for obtaining wetlands permits. i 1.07 Encourage water reclamation throughout the region where it is cost-effective, feasible, and appropriate to reduce reliance on imported water and wastewater discharges. Current administrative impediments to increased use of wastewater should be addressed. CONCLUSIONS All feasible measures needed to mitigate any potentially negative regional .impacts associated with the proposed project should be implemented and monitored, as required by CEQA. May 7, 2003 Mr. Daryl Koutnik Page 9 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS Roles and Authorities THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) is a Jolnt Powers Agency established under California Government Code Section 6502 at seq. Under federal and state law, SCAG is designated as a Council of Governments (COG), a Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA), and a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). SCAG's mandated roles and responsibilities include the following: SCAG is designated by the federal government as the Region's Metropolitan Planning Organization and 'mandated to maintain a continuing, cooperative, and comprehensive transportation planning process resulting in a Regional Transportation Plan and a Regional Transportation Improvement Program pursuant to 23 U.S.C. '134, 49 U.S.C. '5301 at seq., 23 C.F.R. '450, and 49 C.F.R. '613. SCAG is also the designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency, and as such is responsible for both preparation of the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) and Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) under California Government Code Section 65080 and 65082 respectively. SCAG is responsible for developing the demographic projections and the integrated land use, housing, employment, and transportation programs, measures, and strategies portions of the South Coast Air Quality Management Plan, pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 40460(b)-(c). SCAG is also designated under 42 U.S.C. '7504(a) as a Co -Lead Agency for air quality planning for the Central Coast and Southeast Desert Air Basin District. SCAG is responsible under the Federal Clean Air Act for determining Conformity of Projects, Plans and Programs to the State Implementation Plan, pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 7506, Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65089.2, SCAG is responsible for reviewing all Congestion Management Plans (CMPs) for consistency with regional transportation plans required by Section 65080 of the Government Code. SCAG must also evaluate the consistency and compatibility of such programs within the region. SCAG is the authorized regional agency for Inter -Governmental Review of Programs proposed for federal financial assistance and direct development activities, pursuant to Presidential Executive Order 12,372 (replacing A-95 Review). SCAG reviews, pursuant to Public Resources Cade Sections 21083 and 21087, Environmental Impacts Reports of projects of regional significance for consistency with regional plans [California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines Sections 15206 and 15125(b)]. Pursuant to 33 U.S.C. '1288(a)(2) (Section 208 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act), SCAG is the authorized Areawide Waste Treatment Management Planning Agency. SCAG is responsible for preparation of the Regional Housing Needs Assessment, pursuant to California Government Code Section 65584(a). SCAG is responsible (with the Association of Bay Area Governments, the Sacramento Area Council of Governments, and the Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments) for preparing the Southern California Hazardous Waste Management Plan pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 25135.3. Revised July 2001 Terrell Watt Planning Consultants 1757 Union Street San Francisco, CA 94123 (415)563-0543 tenywatt@att.net May 192 2003 By Facsimile and Federal Express Mail Attu. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning Impact Analysis Section 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 RE: Notice of Preparation (NOP) for a Drag Environmental Impact Report re: Proposed Aexa Master Planned Community Mr. Koutnik: The following comments on the Notice of Prepaza6on (NOP) of a Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the proposed Aera Master Planned Community project (the Project) are submitted on behalf of Hills for Everyone. Hills for Everyone supports Orange and Los Angeles Counties' mutual requirement that an EIR be prepared for the Project and appreciates this opportunity to comment on the scope and content of the EIR. COIVIlV)�NTS ON THE SCOPE OF THE EIR Prg]ect DEIIt Timing/Seauencina Issues There are at least two reasons the Master Plan process should be restructured or postponed. First, the project site contains significant natural resources, which should warrant preparation of a conservation plan (Habitat Conservation Plan and/or Natural Communities Conservation Program) prior to determination of where and how much development should occur on the site. Second, Los Angeles County is in the midst -of updating its General Plan. Comprehensive General Planning and policy -making should occur prior to consideration of this specific project. Our specific comments on these project -sequencing issues are as follows. The NOP states that the Project will include a Comprehensive Resource Restoration Management Plan, which will address a restoration plan for impacted native habitats and wildlife movement. A "conservation" plan is critical since the site contains significant biological resources that will be destroyed by the proposed development, including, but not limited to: • Major drainages including Berry Creek, Upper Coyote Creek, Brea Canyon and other umiamed water courses; • Unique native trees including Oaks, Arroyo Willow, California Walnut; • Sensitive species and their habitat including, but not limited to: California gnatcatcher, Southwestern Pond Turtle, Northern Red -Diamond Rattlesnake, Coastal Cactus Wren, California Horned Lark, Loggerhead Shrike and Yellow -Breasted Chat; and • Critical wildlife corridors, including a wildlife movement corridor linking Powder Canyon and the Whittier Open Space lands to Chino Hills State Park. In light of the significant biological resources on the site, including species, which will potentially require "take" permits from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and California Dept. of Fish and Game, we believe the two Counties should consider completing a "conservation" plan for the property in advance of determining what areas should/can be developed as proposed by the applicant. Since the applicant is still in the process of phasing out use of the site for oil production, there appears to be sufficient time for a Habitat Conservation Plan and/or Natural Communities Conservation Plan to be completed prior to further consideration of a Master Plan Among the purposes of an NCCP/HCP process is to identify lands that should be permanently protected in order to ensure the long-term protection of natural communities and their related species while allowing compatible development and economic use. As such, the scientific. information concerning potential "reserve" areas is an essential initial input into a development plan for the project area, which would provide information to the counties and the public concerning the areas of the project site that should be protected for habitat and corridors. At the very least, the preparation of the "conservation" plan and detailed information about the site's biological resource values, including core values, restoration values and corridor values, should be completed prior to consideration of a plan that would convert areas currently designated for non -urban uses to urban uses. The second reason to postpone consideration of a master plan for the area at this time, is that the Los Angeles County General Plan is undergoing a major update. As part of the General Plan Update, the County should consider whether the project is needed and appropriate for the site. The General Plan Update should evaluate alternative locations for new development that would protect Significant Ecological Areas and other important resource areas. The project master plan should not lead this more comprehensive policy -setting process, particularly since major portions of the Los Angeles County General Plan have not been updated in over 20 years. In addition, the project site is located in LA County SEA #15, and is adjacent to the Department of Fish and Game's Significant Natural Area #94. As part of the update of the Los Angeles County General Plan, the County may be proposing new policies for the SEA's and possibly expanding the SEA's. How can the Master Plan take into consideration such policy changes, if the Master Plan process leads the General Plan update? Program vs. Pioiect-Level DEIIt Hills for Everyone is aware that the NOP is proposing a Program -level EIIt. Nonetheless, we encourage ttte Counties to analyze project impacts at a level of detail sufficient to inform key decisions, includ ng: ■ Where development should and should not be located based on existing resources; level of impact azidsmart-growth plazming principles. ■ Where sensitive uses should be located, including schools. • Minimum setbacks from development to aquatic resources and reserves. ■ Other project and habitat "reserve" design issues. Proiect Description Often DEIR's are inadequate as a result of omissions in the project descripflon and setting information. This NOP leaves a number of questions remaining concerning key aspects of the project, including [he following: ■ The location of reservoirs and other major utilities. The locations of schools, churches and other public and public benefit buildings. ■ The detailed text and map changes for General Plan and Zone amendments. These should be included in the project description, as well as any components of the draft development agreement that have the potential to result in impacts. • Specific BMPs for water quality during and after construction. To the extent that water quality basins are relied on for water quality treatment, these should be described in detail and their locations specified. The NOP states that a conceptual Stormwater Management Plan will be prepared. This plan must be in sufficient detail to demonstrate impacts will be avoided or mitigated to the fullest. Long-term impacts on existing aquifers from the project's proposed impervious coverage should be analyzed. • Water supply, storage and distribution improvements needed for buildout, including any water purchases, water facility expansions or other improvements on or off -site needed to serve the project. • Development, including new infrastructure, which would occur on slopes over 20%, 25% and 30% with a map illustrating the location of these activities. Specific contaminants/pollutants, and estimated amounts, generated by the project and cumulative development. ° Total amount of grading (cut and fill); height/depth of cuts and fills; extent to which grading will balance on site; specific location of spoils sites and sources of new fill if needed. This information should be illustrated in clear graphics as much as possible. • Details concerning construction phasing and construction activities for all phases. • Proposed resource management regimes for open space areas. • A detailed description of the "purpose and need" for the project. The NOP looks the level of detail necessary to support a comprehensive evaluation of project -related and cumulative impacts. Proiect Settine Similarly local and regional setting informafion must be described in sufficient detaIl to support adequate analysis of impacts. The NOP provides a general description of much of the setting information. However, additional details should be included in the DEIR, including: • Updated information concerning ail development projects, including infrastructure improvements, iu tha region. In addition, this section should provide an updata on how and where the respective Counties will be meeting their five-year Regional Housing Needs Allocations. Information about opportunities for infill housing in existing urban areas should be provided. ° Information on the current balance of jobs and housing, including income and housing cost information should be included in the DEIR to inform a number of issues, including need for the project. This information should also include an analysis of affordable housing in the area as compared with jobs in the area • Information about current commute patterns in the two counties and underlying reasons for those commute patterns. • Information concerning all applicable plans, policies, ordinances and other regulations. • Information about the cultural resources on the project site, including distribution of Native American artifacts, archeological features as well as other cultural resources. ° An update on the SCAG visioning process and how information about infill potential coming out of that study might be relevant to this project. • Detailed information concerning biological resources on -site and in the region. ° Detailed information about the presence of hazards on -site including but not limited to: methane, per chlorates, and other hazardous materials. An advanced site assessment must be completed. • Information about the status of the water supply, both short and long-term, taking into consideration climatological changes that may impact the state's water supplies. Detailed project description and setting information must be provided if the DEIR's analysis of impacts is to be adequate. Thresholds of Sienificance CEQA requires that " [a]11 public agencies... adopt by ordinance, resolution, rule or regulation, objectives, criteria, and procedures for the evaluation of projects and the preparation of environmental impact reports and negative declarations...." Pub. Resources Code Section 21082. Such criteria are frequently referred to as "thresholds of significance." The DEIR must include such thresholds fox each environmental factor that is discussed. Policies contained in the Counties' respective General Plans in combination with regulatory standards (e.g. air quality, noise, ESA, grading, etc.) should be used as thresholds in addition to those recommended by the CEQA Guidelines, Land Use and Planning We agree with the NOP's conclusion that land use impacts are potentially significant with respect to: 1) plan consistency; 2) zoning consistency; 3) other criteria including Hillside Management and SEA conformity as well as other factors. Thus, the DEIR should be extremely comprehensive and detailed in addressing land use and planning impacts of the project. The DEIR must include a detailed comparison of the proposed project with all applicable plans, policies and regulations. Even though the project is proposing General Plan amendments, the DEIR should identify the differences between what the applicable plans and ordinances would allow and what the project entails. A table should be included in the DEIR which describes and supports with evidence the proposed project's consistency with each relevant goal, policy and program of the respective County's General Plans and other applicable plans, policies and regulations of all agencies with jurisdiction over the project and a description of project conformance! Where there are conflicts between the proposed project and the applicable provision, the DEIR must describe conforming amendments or changes to the proposed project necessary to ensure consistency between project and applicable provision. -This section shwld also address any issues related to the provision of public services, required annexations and other factors for consideration pursuant to the Cortese-Knox-Hertberg Local Govt. Reorganization Act. For example, if any of the development areas must be (or eventually will be) annexed to either an existing service district or eventually to a City or cities, this section must describe that action and analyze any impacts associated with the boundary change. The document should clarify whether development areas are to remain unincorporated, ultimately be annexed to adjacent cities or incorporate in the future. Impacts associated with this aspect of the project must be identified and analyzed. Popuhtion/HousinQlEmulovmentlRecreation We agree with the NOP's conclusion that impacts associated with population/housing/employment and recreation are potentially significant. Thus, the DEIR should be extremely comprehensive and detailed in addressing these impacts of the project. The growth inducing analysis in the DEIR must include: (1) an estimate of the amount, location and time frame of growth that may occur as a result of the project (e.g. additional housing demand or service demand induced by the project); (2) application of impact assessment methodology to determine the significance of secondary or indirect impacts as a result of growth inducement (e.g. demand for additional r Including, but not limited to the Rowland Heights Community Plan, policies contained in LA County's SEA element, Brea's General Plan policies and ordinances and policies and regulations of all permitting agencies. very low, low and moderate income housing as demand for services grows in the region from the provision of mid- to high -income homes, including construction workers); (3) identification of mitigation measures or alternatives to address significant secondary or indirect impacts. Geotechnical We agree with the NOP/Checklist that every potential impact listed in the Checklist should be analyzed in the DEIR. This detailed analysis of potentially significant geotechnical impacts should be prepared by a qualified, independent engineering geologist hired by the Counties and therefore not subject to non- disclosure agreements. Any Geotechnical Reports prepared for the applicant must be the subject of a thorough peer review in order for the information to be relied on for the DEIR. The DEIR must analyze the impacts of the cut and fill necessary to create housing sites, roadways, among other grading on the site and describe the extent to which cut and fill can be balanced on site, if borrow or spoils sites are needed, the DEIR should analyze the impacts associated with these project features. The impacts associated with grading must be analyzed including, but not limited to the likely significant impacts of soil erosion and loss of topsoil, and topographic changes, among others. Also, the DEIR should include a description (and graphic) indicating where cut and fill will occur and at what depths/heights. Indirect impacts associated with the grading on air quality and possibly truck trips to transport excess soils offsite must also be analyzed. A detailed description of all Project components that could contribute to geophysical impacts must be the basis for the analysis. Maps and graphics should clearly illustrate areas of the property that have medium to high hazards, based on a comprehensive hazards map. These areas should be avoided by development and in particular, schools and other public structures. The NOP indicates that there is a possible school site located where there are faults and landslides. The Counties must not permit the Master Plan to direct schools and other public benefit buildings to areas of the site where residential uses would present permitting and/or safety issues. Biological Resources and Wetlands (see also 13vdroloev Drainaee and Water Ou�lity belowl We agree that every potential impact listed in the NOP/Checklist should be analyzed in the DEIIt. This detailed analysis of potentially significant impacts to biological resources should be prepared by a qualified, independent expert hired by the Counties. In addition, we recommend that interdisciplinary teams of hydrologists and biologists (and other experts as warranted) work on these sections together to ensure complete analysis of the impacts of water quality, development and site alteration on species. Any technical reports prepared for the applicant must be the subject of a thorough peer review in order.for the information to be relied on for the DEIR. Ideally, an HCP/NCCP or other comprehensive conservation plan would be prepared prior to consideration of development alternatives. The DEIR must also include a wetland delineation by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Mitigation measures for impacts to biological resources should be supported by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Department of Fish and Game and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Deferral of mitigation measures until after local approvals have been completed and federal and state permitting processes have begun is not appropriate and results in withholding key information from decision -makers and the public. Any changes necessary for the project to receive federal and state permits should be made during the local approval process. The best way to ensure project consistency with the requirements of permitting agencies, is to prepare an HCP/NCCP and possibly a Special Area Management Plan (SAMP) prior to consideration of development alternatives. Finally, the DEIR must include a detailed description of the level of "fragmentation"that can be tolerated by the species supported by the site and the corridor values of the site. This analysis should be completed by a qualified conservation biologist famihar with the species that are present on site and that use the site as a corridor. Hvdroloev. Draina¢e and Water Qualt The NOP/Checklist indicates that the project is not located in an area of known water quality problems, but provides not evidence to support this contention. Thus, this issue must be addressed in the DEIR, We agree with the other potentially significant water quality impacts identified by the checklist. A detailed analysis of potentially significant hydrology, drainage and water quality impacts should be prepared by a qualified, independent expert hired by the Counties. In addition to a hydrologist, we recommend an interdisciplinary team of hydrologist and biologists (and other experts as warranted) work on these sections together to ensure complete analysis of the impacts of water quality on aquatic species. Any technical reports prepared for the applicant must be the subject of a thorough peer review in order for the information to be relied on for the DEIR. The proposed project could result in substantially altering the site and downstream resources with respect to its current hydrologic conditions. Significant impacts to the hydrologic regime and water quality are likely as a result of extensive grading, development of two golf courses, alteration of topography and erosion, among other project features. With respect to the proposed golf courses, detailed analysis must be included of potential impacts to water quality based on a detailed description of the golf course development and maintenance regime. Examples, if any, must be included of actual courses where best management and other practices have eliminated any water quality impacts. In addition, this section of the DEIR (ancUor biology) must include the following ➢ a delineation of all wetlands verified by the U.S. Army Corps of Engmeers. Amap indicathig the location of delineated wetlands with an overlay of project development features should be included in the DEM ➢ an analysis of the project's impacts to wetlands as a result of grading, placement of utilities, polluted runoff from streets and trails, and use of groundwater and surface water. Redirecting drainage patterns on the property may indirectly result in impacting existing wetlands, streams and riparian vegetation on and off -site. ➢ an avoidance altemative consistent with the requirements of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the California Department of Fish and Game, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Regional Water Quality Control Board. ➢ a discussion of the standards by which regulatory agencies evaluate proposals for development which may directly or indirectly impact wetlands. ➢ site development standards which include Temporary and Permanent Best Management Practices that will be relied upon to meet water quality standards. ➢ Methods for treating and retaining on -site storm water runoff from all new impervious surface areas, including roads, parking areas, rooftops, driveways, generated by storms. ➢ Mitigation measures and alternatives should include state of the art practices to reduce impacts to water quality including the incorporation of grassy swales and cisterns into project design. The DEIR should analyze adopted BMPs as well as state of the art natural systems to address water quality impacts. Air Quality We agree that every potential impact listed in the NOP/Checklist should be analyzed in the DEIR. This detailed analysis of potentially significant air quality impacts should be prepared by a qualified, independent expert hired by the Counties. Any technical reports prepared for the applicant must be the subject of a thorough peer review in order for the information to be relied on for the DEM Mitigation _ measures and alternatives should be considered that would reduce air quality impacts including reduced development; clustered development; jobs -housing balanced development, transit oriented development; and development directed to existing urban areas. The DEIR must also disclose the implications of the project not being in compliance with the AQMD. What does this mean for project approval? What modifications to the project would result in compliance with the AQMD? What are the steps for achieving project conformity with the AQMD? Traffic/Access We agree with the NOP/Checklist that every impact is potentially significant. As such, the DEIR must include a detailed analysis of traffic and access impacts, including impacts to air travel (not mentioned on the NOP). The transportafion analysis must include an evaluation of the impacts associated with the construction period activities of the project and cumulative projects in the area (e.g. track trips, construction employee trips, staging areas, etc.). This analysis requires a detailed description of the construction activities associated with the project as well as cumulative projects (e.g. length of construction employee trips; need for off -site disposal of excess soil, etc.). The impact analysis must include all trip generating components of the project, including the schools and non-residential uses. In addition, the traffic analysis must be prepared for a sufficiently large geographic area to hnclude all potentially significant impacts to existing roads, intersections and freeways. Attaclunent 1 provides an example of the level of detail the analysis must include for the La Habra Heights area only. The DEIR must identify key roads and intersections in all impacted surrounding neighborhoods, including, but not limited to those listed in Attachment 4. Impacts as a result of cut -through traffic and increased congestion must be analyzed, as well as impacts related to emergency services, safety, noise and air quality for an extensive surrounding traffic -shed. The DEIR should disclose the factors considered in determining the project -related and cumulative traffic study areas. Evidence should be provided that traffic impacts will be insignificant beyond these study areas. The DEIR must also disclose the implications of the project exceeding the thresholds of the Congestion Management Plan (CMP). What does this mean for project approval? What modifications to the project would result in compliance with the thresholds? Finally, the DEIR should include mitigation measures and alternatives to the Project that would increase use of transit. Public Services, Utilities and Facilities (Sewage Disposal, Education, Fire, Sheriff, Other) We would urge that the DEIR provide sufficient details concemhtg all public services and facilities to allow analysis of potenfial impacts and determine the appropriate locations of key facilities (e.g. schools, emergency services, fire/sheriff stations, reservoirs, etc.). These analyses must also describe whether the project or cumulative development will exceed the requirements or standards of any of the agencies charged with jurisdiction over public services. In addition, these sections should refer to if completed, or provide if not yet completed by LAFCO, "service district reviews" pursuant to the Cortese -Knox -Hertzberg Act. These service reviews provide essential information about the status and abihty of service districts to provide services to new development without impacts to existing service. Visual Qualities We agree with the NOP/Checklist that all visual impacts are potentially significant. Moreover, the project site contains prominent undeveloped and scenic hillsides and landforms. Thus, a thorough and detailed visual analysis must be included in the DEIR. The accepted approach to analyzing visual and aesthetic impacts is as follows: (1) Describe the criteriafor significance thresholds; (2) Characterize the existing conditions on the project site and the surrounding area by photograph and description, and select key viewpoints within the area, including scenic corridors and landscapes. (3) Using photomontages or visual simulations, illustrate the change in character of the project site before and after project implementation. (4) Identify feasible mitigation measures and alternatives to reduce or eliminate significant impacts. (5) Where mitigation measures are proposed, use the simulations to illustrate the change in character before and after project mitigation measures are imposed (e.g. development siting, landscaping at various stages of growth, setbacks, clustering, reduced scale and height of structures, building color modification, etc.) Because of the sensitive visual nature of the region and in this case, the change from open space to development, a thorough visual analysis must be completed. In addition, the impacts of light and glaze on wildlife in the area must be analyzed. Finally, this section should analyze the extent to which proposed development may conflict with ridgeline protection polices and ordinances. This analysis should be presented in both written and graphic form (a.g. simulations of all ridgeline areas before grading, after grading, with proposed development and with any mitigation). Agriculture The DE1R should include infoxmafion about regional agricultural resources, threats to those resources and describe the cumulative impacts if this site is removed from grazing uses. At some point, the cumulative loss of grazing land results in an area losing the support systems necessary to support continued grazing. Hazards, Envirronmental Safety. Noise, Flood and Fire The NOP/Checklist indicates that development of the site could result in potentially significant impacts associated with a number of hazards; including: presence of methane, oil field operations, flooding noise and fire. The DEIR should include detailed mapping of these potential hazard areas and analyze an alternative that would not place development in these areas. In light of the significance of hazards on the site, a detailed cost -benefit analysis should be completed concerning whether the project is financially feasible and/or whether an acceptable financial result for the landowner/applicant could be achieved by a dedication of the site for public benefits. With respect to fire hazards, the DEIR should include a discussion of the adequacy of fire protection resources (CDF, local fire departments) to fight wildland fires. In the last few years, state resources have been stretched thin with the increase of development in high fire areas. Mitigation measures for all of these hazards must include avoidance of areas where hazards exist. To the extent development is located in hazards areas, the DEIR must contain evidence that damage from future disasters (e.g. fire, landslide, toxics, other) will be covered (e.g. some type of bond? Or other "insurance" instrument). Examples of how this has been addressed successfully in other developments should be included. For example, in the Hamilton Development project in Novato California, residents were required to vacate their homes as a result of methane gas leaks that were not anticipated by the developer. How is this scenario going to be avoided, and if not avoided addressed in the future if the unanticipated occurs? The costs of remediation were paid for by the developers because the homes had not yet been sold out. However, if the developers have moved on, the counties could be liable. This must be addressed in the DEIR in detail. Socio-Economic Impacts The NOP/Checklist fails to include any analyses of Socio-ecoiiomicimpacts. The project has the potential to result in a number of Socio-economic impacts that could lead to physical environmental effects, including, but not limited to the following: Adverse impacts to nearby retail zones, including the Brea Mall, Gate/Harbor Road retail area and Puente Hills Mall as a result of the traffic and other aspects of the project. The potential for these retail uses to become less attractive places to shop as a result of gridlocked traffic and therefore become blighted, must be analyzed in the DEM Also, tc the extent there will be competing retail uses in the project, a market study must be prepared to document that there is sufficient market for all existing retail providers to continue to thrive if the project is developed. Tha economic feasibility of the project is relevant to whether site development can support clean-up of the hazardous materials remaining on site. Site development should not depend on any subsidies for site clean-up, either before or after project completion. If the project is not financially feasible, alternatives, such as maintairing the area in open space should be considered. If an Envirommental hnpact Statement under the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA) is prepared (see below) socio-economic issues in addition to these, must be included in the analyses. Cumulative Analysis An EIR's cumulative analysis must consider the impact of the project combined with other related projects, including past, present, and probable future projects. The DEIR must analyze cumulative impacts for all environmental factors including, but not limited to: land use and planning; aesthetics, biological resources, hazards, public services, utilities/service systems, agricultural resources, cultural resources, hydrology/water, noise, recreation, air quality, geology, population/housing and transportation/circulation, At a minimum, the cumulative analysis should include: 1) A description of the geographic study area for each environmental topic. This description should include maps of each study area and a rationale for the study area. 2) The threshold of significance for a significant cumulative impact to occur. 3) Within each study area, a description of the cumulative projects or plan -based development assumptions. 4) An analysis of cumulative impacts, which is quantified where feasible (e.g. acres of types of habitat lost; total pollutants generated; etc.). 5) Mitigation measures to address significant cumulative impacts, including proposed County policy changes for both counties. Alternatives An alternatives analysis is at the heart of the DE1R. CEQA emphasizes that an E]R must analyze a range of reasonable alternatives to the project, or to the location of the project, that would feasibly attain most of the basic objectives while avoiding or substantially lessening the project's significant impacts. Pub. Res. Code Section 21100(b)(4); CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.6(a). The DEIR should include at a mmimum the following alternatives: 1) A "mitigated" alternative that addresses the combination of site constraints (slopes, biological resources, etc.) with "smart growth" design principles to address impacts associated with air quality, traffic and sprawl -type development patterns. At least one alternative should be a "mitigated alternative" that addresses all potentially significant impacts and is based on a composite constraints map of the site. Ideally, an independent "urban design team" would work with the Counties and the EIR consultant to develop this alternative based on a constraints map. Such a mitigated alternative would alter the development pattern to avoid constraints and reduce or avoid other significant impacts of the project. Simply reducing the density of the project, but spreading that development over the entire site, does not result in an environmentally superior project. This alternative should also meet all agency permitting requirements (e.g. U.S. Army Corps, Dept. of Fish and Game, Regional Water Quality Control Board, etc.). 2) An Infill Alternative. An alternative should be evaluated that directs all new housing development into existing cities and urbanized areas. This alternative should consider both cities and unincorporated areas of the Counties as potential infill areas. Such an alternative would address impacts including loss of agricultural land and open space, impacts to biological species and their habitat, and potentially air and traffic impacts, among others. 3) A "Watershed Protection" Alternative. This alternative would direct development away from intact watersheds. This alternative could be combined with (1) above. 4) A dedication alternative. Given that the site has produced considerable revenues from oil production, the DEIR should analyze the feasibility and details of a dedication of the land and the tax implications/benefits that might accrue under this scenario to the landowners/applicants. A cost benefit analysis of this option compared with development of the site (and the costs of site remediation etc.) should be include in the DEIR. 5) A purchase for open space alternative. The DEIR should also include an alternative that analyzes the potential for the site to be purchased for open space, inducing potential sources of funding for such purchase and the costs of purchase (e.g. site appraisal). Sufficient information about the alternatives should be provided to allow comparison of the alternatives to the project and to one another. Again, delaying the Project DEIR until an HCP/NCCP is completed would facilitate completion of this section of the Project DEIR. Need fm• �n Environmental Impact Statement Given that the project will impact federally listed species, the Counties should consider whether an EIS must also be prepared for the project. If any federal pernuts are needed, or federal funding will be used to complete transportation improvements, and the EIS should be prepared concurrently with the EIR. CONCLUDING COMMENTS Again, we appreciate being consulted on the scope of work for the DEIR. Please keep the following persons informed of any and all contracts, notices, hearings, staff reports, briefings, meetings and other matters related to the proposed project. We are pleased to respond to any questions you may have concerning our comments on the NOR Claire Schiotterbeck Hills for Everyone PO Box 9835 Brea, CA 928224835 Very truly yours, Terrell Watt, AICP Attachments: Attachment 1, Additional Traffic Questions for analysis in DEIR Attachment 2, Additional Questions that must be addressed in the DEIR Attachment 3, Additional Questions that must be addressed in the DEIR Attachment 4, Additional roads/intersections that must be included in the DEM!s analysis ifl The development of 3600 houses with ingress and egress at Fullerton Rd - Harbor in La Habra Heights will lead to traffic cutting through La Habra Heights to circumvent main artery traffic congestion. For this reason, we request: 1. A complete lifecycle cost analysis of the roads in La Habra Heights that might be used by commuters and others as a result of the AERA development to help determine the cost of maintaining/refurbishing the roads over the next 50 years with and without the AERA development. Maintenance and repair of roads in La Habra Heights is funded largely by assessment districts paid for through residents' property tax bills. It is important that taxpayers receive a detailed analysis to so they can understand how they will individually be affected by the AERA development. 2. A detailed analysis covering 10, 25 and 50 yeaz projections, including statistical analysis based on authoritative sources, to determine the degree of additional demand on emergency services and the prospective costs to taxpayers in La Habra Heights. Some emergency services in La Habra Heights are funded by assessment districts paid for through residents' property tax bills. The additional traffic in La Habra Heights created by the AERA development will inevitably lead to more demands on emergency services. It is important that taxpayers receive a detailed analysis to so they can understand how they will individually be affected by the AERA development. 3. Detailed traffic studies of impacts on the following intersections in La Habra Heights need to be done to establish the noise, safety, air quality, water quality (some water from Heights roads drains into blue line streams), quality of life impacts and the impact on residents emotional well- being from the increased traffic generated in La Habra Heights due to the AERA development: 1. Kashlan and Harbor -Fullerton Rd 2. Kashlan and Chota 3. Kashlan and Coban 4. Kashlan and Popenoe 5. Kashlan and Cypress 6. Peppertree and Harbor - Fullerton 7. Peppertree and Popenoe 8. Vista and Harbor - Fullerton 9. Bella Vista and Harbor - Fullerton ] 0. Vista and Meadowland 11. Choral and Vista 12. Cypress and Mayapan- 13. Cypress and Nabal 14. Cypress and Walnut 15. Cypress and Dorothea 16. Cypress and Avocado Crest 17. Dorothea and Nabal 18. Dorothea and Avocado Crest 19. Dorothea and Coban 20. Dorothea and Fullerton Rd 21. Chota and Fullerton Rd 22. Fullerton Rd and East Rd 23. Fullerton Rd and Kanola 24, Fullerton Rd and Fullerton Rd - Harbor (south intersection) 25. Fullerton Rd and Fullerton Rd - Harbor (north 26. East Rd and Skyline 27. East Rd and Coban 28. East Rd and Tumin 29, East Rd and Valle 30, East Rd and Papaya 31. East rd and Church Hill (east) Attachment 1 32. East Rd and Church Hill (west) 33. East Rd and Hacienda 34. Hacienda and West Rd 35. Hacienda and Reposado 36. Hacienda and Skyline 37. Hacienda and Avocado Crest 38. Avocado Crest and Citrus 39. Avocado Crest and Lamat 40. Nabal and Benik 41. West Rd and El Travesia 42. West Rd and Subtropic 43. West Rd and Las Palomas 44. West Rd and Solejar 45. West Rd and El Terraza 46. Reposado and Ahuacate 47. Ahuacate and Church Hill Questions for Notice of Preparation AERA 3600 Houses between Harbor and 57 Freeway May 6, 2003 Detailed study of traffic impacts in La Habra Heights to include the two golf course crossings of East Road, as the Hacienda Country Club extends both north and south of East Road. After completion of the project, how will you mitigate the significant adverse impact of additional noise, pollution, and loss of viewscape on the quality of life in the surrounding communities? What is the current distribution of time -in -car spent by motorists on adjacent street and highway intersections surrounding this regional project, and what is the estimated increase to that distribution of time -in -car after completion of the project? What is the estimated increase to the distribution of time -in -car 15 years from the present assuming the project is built, and alternately assuming the project is not built, h the Brea Mall What is the adverse impact on retail zones surrounding the project, sucas , Puente Hills Mall, and Gale/Harbor Road retail areas, as the traffic jams surrounding the project cause people to go to avoid these areas and shop elsewhere? After completion of the project, how will you mitigate the light pollution to the currently dark skies enjoyed by residents of La Habra Heights and Rowland Heights and the Brea Hills? Prove that this project will not cause a decline of animal species to the west along the Puente Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. Given the propensity of slide prone hillsides, geologic faults, and expansive soils in the development area and the amount of mass grading planned, how are you going to handle the long-term liability of structural damage to houses built there? What is the economic feasibility of this project --what is the initial cost of this property, what has been the cumulative profit gained by production of oil from it, and why do you need to develop this property for your balance sheet? What was the combined profit last year of Shell and Exxon -Mobil companies, which are sole owners of AERA Energy? What was the combined profit in the first quarter of 2003 of Shell and Exxon -Mobil companies? What is the profit expected from the rigorous clean up and housing development of this property by comparison the profit to minimal clean up and selling the property as open space at fair market value? I understand that AERA has paid low taxes on this property based on the LA County agriculturally zoned rate. How can you justify making a profit now with plans that will reduce the quality of life of the surrounding communities while increasing the tax burden Attachment 2 on those communities to help pay for the extended impacts of the project, such as noise, traffic, air pollution, and loss of country hillside views? A controversy has raised the attention of Erin Brockovich regarding a cluster of cancer cases in possible association with gas emissions from an oil well at the Beverly Hills High _= School. How do you plan to handle the environmental hazard of hydrocarbon pollution in neighborhoods on the property after development, which are related to previous production of oil on the property, and also that due to any ongoing natural gas and oil seeps in the property? Do you anticipate covering a liability bond in the billion -dollar range for 30 years or more in a litigious southern California, to ward against the environmental hazards of housing development and construction in this zone of geological hazards and potential petroleum pollution? What is the cost of the affordable housing in this development for those people who currently have to travel the 60 freeway long distances to the east for affordable housing? What is the impact of additional school children of junior and high school age on the surrounding communities? Do you plan to construct new junior and new high schools to accommodate the expected increase of students? The three access roads to this large development will likely be gridlocked during a fire or earthquake of people departing. What mitigation do you anticipate in the design of the road system to alleviate this safety concern? For example, the adjacent hillside City of La Habra Heights has about 16 entrances, and has half the number of houses proposed for the AERA development. Please provide a project plan without an exit point on Harbor Boulevard. Please provide a project plan without a continuous east -west road connection from the 57 freeway to Harbor Boulevard. Please proved a project plan with one exit point to the 57 freeway. Please provide a plan for sewerage that includes actual existing water supplies, not water identified only on paper. How can this project defined as an "infill" project under the California Environmental Quality Act? The Metropolitan Water District is losing 40% of its Colorado River Water — what impact does this have on the cost and availability of water to the 3600 houses in the development — and also on the cost of water to the surrounding communities? How will you mitigate the decrease in property values experienced by people in surrounding communities, such as La Habra Heights, due to increased traffic and associated noise generated by the 36,000 additional car trips per day into the surrounding communities? This project will effectively cut the Puente Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor from the east at the mouth of Tonner Canyon. How will you mitigate the inability of animals to regenerate the gene pool across the Corridor to west of your development in the hills above La Habra Heights, Hacienda Heights, and Whittier? How will you mitigate.the increase in rodent populations in those same hillside cities to the west due to the decrease in predators anticipated in that severed western part of the Puente Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor? The current plan will not create a community. It is only a collection of houses lacking in community entities and spirit. You are creating bad sprawl. How do you plan to change your "community" plan to implement good social engineering designs? This project is not environmentally friendly at all. How can Shell claim, with AERA as a wholly owned subsidiary, that Shell is an environmentally friendly company? The wider community will become aware of this issue. What is the distribution of Native American artifacts and sites on the property? What archeological features related to the Spanish explorers have been identified on the property? Who is going to hire the EIR consulting company — LA County or AERA? Will there be any confidentiality agreements between AERA and the EIR consulting company? 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Fullerton / Sunrise Fullerton / Aguiro Fullerton / Barroso Fullerton / Mescal Fullerton / Crosshaven Fullerton / Camino Bello Fullerton / Colima Fullerton / Companario Fullerton / Los Palacios Fullerton / Desidia Fullerton / Madonna Fullerton / Mohr/ Gale Fullerton / San Jose Fullerton / Valley Brea Canyon Cutoff/ Bickford Brea Canyon Cutoff/ Balan Brea Canyon Cutoff/ Reedview Brea Canyon Cutoff/ Colima / Fairway Brea Canyon Cutoff/ Walnut Fairway / Wamat Nogales / Colima Nogales / Killian Nogales / Villa Clara Colima / Ybarra Colima / Nausika Colima / Banida Colima / Otterbein Colima / Paso Real Colima / Desire Colima / Jellick Colima / Batson Colima / Larkvane Colima / Stoner Creek Colima / Walnut Hall Colima / Hanover Colima / Albatross HACIENDA HEIGHTS Colima / Azusa Colima / Lawn Colima / Countrywood Colima / Halliburton Colima / Country Colima / Del Este Colima / Stimson Colima / Allenton Colima / Hacienda Colima / Camino Del Sur Colima / Casino Hacienda / Del Prado Hacienda / Los Altos Hacienda / Tetley Hacienda / Barletta Hacienda / La Subida Hacienda / Newton Hacienda / Lujon Hacienda / Sigman Hacienda / Three Palms Hacienda / Gale Stimson / Halliburton Stimson / Garo Stimsou / Gale CITY OF INDUSTRY Fairway/ Valley Fairway / Business Parkway Valley / Nogales / Hackel Nogales / Arenth Nogales / San Jose Nogales / Walnut Fullerton / San Jose Fullerton / Railroad - Nogales / Railroad Stinson / Valley Hacienda / Valley Hacienda / Don Julian Lemon / Valley Currier / Lemon Brea Canyon / Valley Brea Canyon / Currier Valley / Grand Valley / Azusa Valley / Fullerton DIAMOND BAR Diamond Bar / Grand Diamond Bar / Golden Springs Colima / Lemon Grand /Golden Springs Colima / Walnut Leaf Diamond Bar / Quail Summit Diamond Bar / Bent Oak Diamond Bar/ Goldrush Goldensprings / Golden Prados Grand / Monte Video Kiowa Crest / Diamond Bar Silver Hawk / Diamond Bar Morning Canyon / Diamond Bar Pathfinder / Diamond Bar Fountain Springs / Diamond Bar Cold Springs / Diamond Bar Cold Springs / Brea Canyon Fallow Field / Cold Springs Fountain Springs/ Brea Canyon Evergreen Springs / Pathfinder Pathfinder / Shaded Wood Pathfinder/ Peaceful Hills Brea Canyon / Diamond Bar Diamond Bar / Fallow Field Grand / Chisholm Trail Diamond Bar / Clear Creek Diamond Bar / Copper Canyon Diamond Bar / Silver Bullet LA HABRA Lambert /Harbor Lambert / Cypress Lambert / Euclid Lambert / Walnut Lambert / Idaho Lambert / Beach La Habra / Palm La Habra / Harbor Lambert/ Monte Vista La Habra / Roscoe La Habra / Wade La Habra ! 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Fonda Whittier / Concourse Whittier / Harbor Whittier / Stonewood Whittier / Chestnut Whittier / Cypress Whittier / Euclid Whittier / Walnut Whittier / Kirby Whittier / Citrus Whittier / Idaho Whittier / Hacienda Whittier / La Mirada Whittier / Lindauer Whittier / Koopmans Whittier / Monte Vista Whittier / Hillside Palm /Arbolita Brighton / Arbolita Harbor / Brookdale Harbor / Francis Harbor / Stearns Harbor / Erna Harbor / Superior Harbor / Third Palm / Brookdale Palm / Shadycrest Palm / Frantz Palm/ Topaz Palm / Ramona Palm / Vaquero Palm / Steams Imperial / Cypress Imperial / Walnut Imperial / Idaho Imperial / Euclid Imperial / Beach BREA Lambert /Wildcat / Associated Lambert / Kraemer Lambert / Walden Lambert / Sunrise Lambert / Sunflower Lambert / Valencia Lambert / State College Lambert / Chffwood Lambert / Brea Blvd. Lambert / Tamarack Lambert / Berry Lambert / Puente Lambert / Palm State College / Citrus State College / Balsa State College / Cliffwood State College / Blossom State College / Avocado State College / Birch State College / Imperial State College / Elm Associated / Greenbriar Associated / Birch Associated / Country Hills Kraemer / Kraemer / Birch Kraemer / Imperial Birch / Rose / Valencia Birch / Statflower Birch /Randolph Birch /Poplar Birch / Laurel Birch / Redwood Birch / Flower Birch / Orange Central / Tamarack Central / Site Central / Berry Central / Steele Central / Puente Central / De Jur Puente/ Whittier Puente/ Alta Mesa Puente/ El Encanto Puente/ Northwood Puente/ Wardman Puente/.Walling Puente/ Joyce Puente / Woodcrest Puente/ Lake Park Way Northwood / Dorothy Northwood / Berry Berry / Dale Site / Nutwood Site / Glenoaks Tamarack / Mariposa Tamarack / Orangewood Tamarack / Apollo Brea Blvd. / Tonner Canyon Road Brea Blvd. / Canyondale Brea Blvd. / Canyon Country Brea Blvd. / Ash Brea Blvd. / Birch Brea Blvd. / Imperial Brea Blvd. / Ehn Brea Blvd. / Date Brea Blvd. / Alder Brea Blvd. / Fir Brea Blvd. / Locust Brea Blvd. / Acacia Imperial / Valencia Imperial / Castle Imperial / Randolph Imperial / Pine Imperial / Poplar Imperial / Laurel Imperial / Redwood Imperial / Flower Imperial / Orange Imperial / Walnut Imperial / Madrona Imperial / Puente FULLERTON Imperial /Harbor Brea Blvd. / Evergreen Brea Blvd. / San Antonio Brea Blvd. / Bastanchury Brea Blvd. / Panorama Brea Blvd. / Lemon Brea Blvd. / Harbor State College / Lark Ellen State College / Rolling Hills State College / Bastanchury State College / Yorba Linda State College / Nutwood State College / Chapman State College / Commonwealth Associated / Imperial Associated / Rolling Hills Associated / Bastanchury Associated / Yorba Linda Placentia / Imperial Placentia / Rolling Hills Placentia/ Bastanchury Placentia/ Yorba Linda Placentia/ Chapman Kraemer / Golden Kraemer / Bastanchury Kraemer / Yorba Linda 05/21/2003 13:52 3105892408 PAGE 01 WILDLIFE CORRIDOR CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 407 W. IMPERIAL HWY, SUITEH, FMB 230, BREA, CALIFORNIA 92821 TELEPHONE: Is10) $S9.3230 FAX: Q 10) 589/,2408 May 21, 2003 GLRNN PARKER _,CHAIR Daryl Koutnik PUBLIC MEMBER ORANGE COUNTY County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning F eSTEVE FELO 320 West Temple Street - VICBCHAIR PUBLIC MEMBER Los Angeles, California 90012-3225 LOS ANGELES COUNTY B08 HENDERSON CITY OF WHITTIER Comments on Notice of Preparation for the Aera Master Planned FREO KLEIN Community, unincorporated Los Angeles and CITY OF LA HABRA HEIGHTS Orange Counties DEBORAH O'CONNOR CITY OF DIAMOND BAR Dear Mr. Koutnik: SEV PERRY The Wildlife Corridor Conservation Authority (WCCA) provides the CITY OF BREA following comments on Notice of Preparation (NOP) of a Draft - Ek,¢ABETH CHEADLE Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the Aera Master Planned SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY Community. WCCA requests that the DER fully address the comments previously provided for this project (see WCCNs November 25, 2002 GARYWATTS letter attached). This May 21, 2003 letter highlights some comments CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS from that November 25, 2002 letter and provides some new comments, JAMES HARTL EX OFFICIO MEMBER WCCA was created to provide for the proper planning, conservation, LOS ANGELES COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS environmental protection and maintenance of the habitat and wildlife corridor between the Whittier"Puente-Chino Hills and the Cleveland National Forest in the Santa Ana Mountains. The project site constitutes a crucial stretch of the wildlife corridor between the Whittier Hills to the west and Chino Hills to the east. Of note, the western end of the project site abuts Harbor Boulevard, identified as one of three areas of concern in the Puente/Chino Hills, because it is a choke point for wildlife movement (Haas and Crooks 1999). The Vantage Pointe Residential Community has already split the remaining open space to two choke points along Harbor Boulevard. Also, the eastern end of the project abuts the Tonner Canyon underpass. This is the only underpass under the 57 Freeway that is being used by wildlife, and it is therefore a choke point in that there is only a single option to cross the freeway (aside from attempting a surface crossing) (Haas and Crooks 1999). It is critical that the project be designed such that the wildlife corridor, including the choke points, remain viable for wildlife movement* cnI IFORNIA ESTABLISHED PURSUANT TO YHE JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS ACT ..... mar c..v.0 +. N.. rHUC Ul NOP Comments on Aera Master Planned Community May 21, 2003 Page 2 Furthermore, WCCA emphasizes that the project site not only serves a crucial role for wildlife movement and connectivity, but it provides. a core habitat area in a strategic location. This core habitat area is critically important for birds, reptiles, and mammals. For example, per Scott and Cooper (1999)5 "this large patch of open space between Harbor Boulevard and the 57 Freeway is a gold mine of locally rare breeding [bird] species.' Need for project alternatives with appropriate project modifications In general, we expect that additional information will be provided in the DEIR, so that the reviewer can adequately evaluate project modifications and alternatives. Based on the information to date, WCCA recommends that the DER analyze project alternatives which incorporate the following project modifications. At the west end of the project area, the footprints of Planning Area (PA) 1 and the proposed parks on and offsite, should be modified to ensure that the southern choke point along Harbor Boulevard remains viable for wildlife movement. The southern choke point (south of Vantage Homes, as opposed to the choke point north of Vantage Homes), constitutes.the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works property on the east and west sides of Harbor Boulevard. This southern choke point contained evidence of bobcat, coyote, deer, fox, opossum, skunk, and raccoon (Haas and Crooks 1999). More species were detected in the vicinity of the southern choke point than the northern choke point. Coyote and deer make surface crossings over Harbor Boulevard at this location and there is also coyote and deer mortality occurring here from vehicle collisions. The DEIR should address the appropriate conditions of open space needed to maintain the functionality of this southern choke point (e.g., width, topography, and vegetation) for target species, including bobcat, coyote, and deer, in light of the proposed project. Specifically, all or the majority of the watershed for Drainage D-26 (shown on Fig. 3J of April 2002 Biological Constraints Analysis) should be avoided to protect this southern choke point along Harbor Boulevard. This may be accomplished by deleting PA 11 reducing the footprint of PA 1, or moving it towards the south. If PA 1 is not totally deleted from the project, it should be designed with an appropriate buffer such that development related disturbances (e.g., lighting, human activity) do not reduce the habitat value of this wildlife movement area along Drainage D-26. i The DEIR must analyze alternatives �thich eliminate the portion of the road proposed at the western end of the project site at connect to oulevard . is road has the potential for significant adverse pacts would Harbor with respec tot traffic and w ldlife s movement Open space, passive recreational parks may be consistentwith preserving the value of the wildlife movement area at the southern choke point along Harbor Boulevard. However, if the proposed parks are planned to be developed parks, these two proposed park areas should be deleted from the project. The DER should also include as part of the project, 05/21/2003 13:52 3105892408 PAGE 03 NOP Comments on Aera Master Planned Community May 21, 2003 Page 3 or as a mitigation measure, the requirement to install an underpass along Harbor == Boulevard at this southern choke point, designed to allow for movement of wildlife, such as deer, Alternatively, the project proponent should provide similar mitigation, for example, by contributing a minimum of $1.5 million to fund the construction of this underpass and related improvements. This would augment existing efforts of the Puente Hills Landfill Native Habitat Preservation Authority to improve the crossing for wildlife in this area. Furthermore, the proposed mixed use areas by the Tonner Canyon undercrossing should be deleted. This undercrossing is too important for wildlife movement to allow development that is situated as close as the proposed mixed use areas. The Concept Plan (Exhibit 4) proposes an open space area west of the 57 Freeway (east of Planning Area 2 and south of Planning Area 3). The project must be modified to provide. connectivity between this open space area, and to other open space areas on and off the project site. Deletion of the mixed use area proposed near the Tonner Canyon interchange would help provide such connectivity to other proposed open space areas onsite (south and west portions of the project site). Also, from an ecological perspective, it is essential to connect the subject open space area to open space areas located north of the project site. The open space located in Rowland Heights (on the proposed Tentative Tract 49411)7 north of the Aere project site would be effectively isolated if the project were to be constructed as proposed. Project alternatives should maintain an open space connection from the Rowland Heights project site, through the Aera project site, to additional offsite open space. This may be accomplished by deleting the western half of PA 3, or deleting the northern half of PA 3. Reducing the project footprint in this area would also protect additional native plant communities onsite, such as walnut woodland. The DEIR must provide an analysis of the need forthe golf course and analyze alternatives which delete the proposed golf course, in orderto provide more natural open space on the project site. Specifically, it is critical that substantial natural open space is provided in the _ primary wildlife movement area (through Tonner Canyon underpass, northwest towards Drainage D-26, to Harbor Boulevard). The DEIR must include alternatives with project designs that will guarantee the continued existence of the existing native wildlife west of the 57 Freeway. This can only be done by doing an analysis of the carrying capacity of the wildlife habitat west of the 57 Freeway. In other words, there is a point at which the area and configuration of remaining habitat is so reduced and modified that specific species can no longer exist in that area. The DEER must analyze the minimum acreage and configuration of habitat that is required to ensure the continued existence of target wildlife species west of the 57 Freeway. specific target species of birds, mammals, and reptiles should be analyzed. This type of analysis is warranted forthe proposed project due to the size and biological significance of the project 05/21/2003 13:52 3105692408 PAGE 04 NOP Comments on Aera Master Planned Community May 21, 2003 Page 4 site. The project site is ecologically valuable because of the strategic location, core wildlife habitat, wildlife movement and habitat connectivity functions, and presence of sensitive wildlife species and sensitive plant communities. WCCA is concerned with the significant loss of raptor habitat that would occur as a result of the project. The site supports a multitude of raptors, many of which are considered sensitive species, including ferruginous hawk, golden eagle, Cooper's hawk, and white- tailed kite. The DEIR must disclose the amount and location of raptor foraging habitat (e.g., grasslands) to remain after project implementation (e.g., after project construction, fuel modification, and planting habitat restoration areas in grasslands). Alternatives must be included which maintain the retention of grassland to support these sensitive raptors. After reviewing the DEIR, WCCA will provide additional specific recommendations for project modifications to further avoid:significant biological impacts. Specifically, it is crucial that the project be designed to protect core wildlife habitat, sensitive wildlife species (e.g., coastal California gnatcatcher, coastal cactus wren, etc.), and sensitive plant communities (e.g., walnut woodlands). Additional impacts to biological resources Several new roads are proposed on the project site. One of the principal factors contributing.to habitat fragmentation has been the construction of roadways (Meffe et al. 1997, as cited in Haas and Crooks 1999), Roads can create barriers for animals (e.g., mammals) attempting to move between patches, increase mortality (i.e., by collisions with vehicles), and can create deleterious edge effects. The DEIR must analyze the following potential factors related to wildlife movement, the amount of roadkill in light of the proposed amount of trips, measures to minimize roadkill, and how any proposed fencing would negatively or positively affect wildlife movement. The DEIR must also analyze how wildlife moving in this area would be affected during construction of the roads, and whether and when animals would continue to use these areas after construction. Any new roads onsite that are proposed in the open space areas which may be traversed by wildlife (e.g., coyotes, bobcats, etc.) must be designed to allow for safe crossings by the wildlife (e.g., culverts), It is critical that the DEIR analyze the timing and phasing of the project with respect to significant Impacts to biological resources. The DEIR must provide a clear timetable showing project phases, including construction, oilfield remediation, and vegetative restoration. A large portion of the project site is targeted for oilfield remediation; much of this area supports sensitive biological resources. The DEIR must provide a clear explanation of how this timetable provides protections forwildlife. For example, substantial areas must be left undisturbed to serve as refugia for wildlife, while other areas are being remedisted, Also, conducting native revegetation prior to projectmpacts is preferable. i 05/21/2003 13:52 3105892408 PAGE e5 NOP Comments on Aera Master Planned Community May 21, 2003 Page 5 The DER must identify not only primary, but also seco nda ry wildlife movement areas (e.g., for medium-sized animals such as coyotes and bobcats, as well as other smaller species, such as small mammals and reptiles). It is highly likely that there are several secondary wildlife movement areas onsite. This information is necessary to adequately evaluate the project impacts, and to effectively design project modifications and alternatives, It is essential that a map is provided in the DEIR of the proposed development boundary overlain on the vegetation communities. This figure must show the areas of proposed natural open space, separated from disturbed open space (e.g., golf course, graded slopes, and fuel modification). The limits of the golf course must be clearly delineated on this figure. Even if the final project design has yet to be completed, the NOP has identified a maximum of 3,600 dwelling units. Based on this numberof dwelling units, the DER must provide an estimate of the maximum extent of impact to ecological resources resulting from the fuel modification. The DEIR must also specifically quantify the acreage of natural open space that would remain after development of the project. Table 1 in the NOP states: "Total open space uses for Los Angeles and Orange Counties will total approximately 11500 acres." It is unclear what is included in this acreage. The natural open space should not include the golf course, fuel modification areas, graded slopes, and other disturbances that may be detrimental to wildlife. (For example, it is inaccurate to depict an area as natural open space in the DEIR, if it later may be disturbed by fuel modification.) Open space dedication and management funding The DEIR must define in the description of the project or in the mitigation measures the proposed method for open space preservation. W CCA recommends that any proposed natural open space areas be dedicated in fee simple to a public park or conservation agency, independent of Los Angeles County and Orange County. If that is not possible, WCCA recommends recordation of overlapping conservation easements to a public park orconservation agency and the County of Los Angeles (and/or Orange County, depending on which open space areas are located in which jurisdiction). The DER mitigation measures must require permanent funding to manage proposed open space areas. The DER must define what activities will be allowed and which would be prohibited in open space areas. The DER must require that these methods to legally preserve the proposed provideopen space areas and to for mpa ts. Specif cs must be included lm the DER management regard ng all of iemented rtoproject these ssues Impacts to land use The proposed project includes a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change. The DEIR must show figures depicting the current and proposed locations of General Plan land use designations and zoning on the project site. A table should be provided in the DER 05/21/2003 13:52 3105892408 PAGE 06 NOP Comments on Aera Master Planned Community May 21, 2003 Page 6 comparing the allowed development under the current and proposed land use designations and zoning. Impacts to scenic vlewsheds The DEIR must show before and after line -of -sight views of the project site along the 57 Freeway and along Brea Canyon Roado it is important to show daytime views, as well as night-time views, as lighting can result in significant visual impacts. Impacts to trails The DEIR must depict all proposed trails on existing plans (e.g•, from Los Angers County Trails Master Plan), and evaluate how the project would affect those proposed trails. Thank you for the Opportunity to comment. Please provide the DER to us when it is available. Please contact Judi Tamasi of our staff at (310) 589.3230 ext. 121 if you have any questions. Sincerely, Glenn Parker Chair Literature cited Haas, C, and K. Crooks. 1999. Carnivore, Abundance and Distribution Throughout the Puente -Chino Hills: Final Report. Prepared for the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority and State of California Department of Transportation District 8. Meffe, G,K., R.C. Carroll, and contributors. 1997, Principles of Conservation Biology, Sinauer Associates, Inc. Sunderland, MA. Scott, T.A. and D.S..Cooper.1999. SummaryofAvian Resources of the Puente -China Hills Corridor, Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties, California. January. 05/21/2003 13:52 3105892408 PAGE 07 WILDLIFE CORRIDOR CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 407 W. IMPERIAL HWY, SUITE H. PMe 230, BREA, CALIFORNIA 92621 TELEPHONE: (310) 58S,3230 FAX: (31 O) 589.2408 November 25, 2002 rnS HENDERSON (. [AIR James Hartl :Y OF V;a1TT)ER Director of Regional Planning r?-,ENN PARKER County of Los Angeles nF*CHA..._. 320 West Temple Street +BLtG N'E`,1eER ORANGE COUNTY Los Angeles, California 90012�3225 7ED KLEIN TY Or LL. HASP.A HEIGHTS Thomas 8, Mathews Director DE90RAH O'CONNOR Planning and Development Services Department Ty OF G'AMONO BAP County of Orange 6EV PERRY 300 North Flower Street, Rm, 321 CITY OF BREA Santa Ana, California 92702-4048 fEVE FELD r=UBUC NIEMeER pre -Draft Environmental Impact Report Scoring Comments oh LOS AHGcLES COUNTY Aera Master Planned Community, unincorporated LIZASETH CHEADLE Los Angeles and Orange Counties MANTA M JNICA MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY Dear Mr. Harts and Mr. Mathews: ARY WATTS �ALIFOR,`iIAI�TATE PARKS Wildlife Corridor Conservation Authority (WCCA) provides the following 'AMES HARTL preliminary comments based on a review of the Biological Constraints ,% OFF;CIONIEMeER _OSANG_.LES COUNT' Analy sis for the Aera Master Planned Community (dated April 2002), a BOARD OF SUPERVISORS presentation given by Aera at the WCAA June 12, 2002 meeting, a conceptual development plan provided to WCCA at the June 12, 2002 meeting, and site visits conducted by some WCCA members and staff, We appreciate Aera's efforts to give presentations to WCCA and to host site visits to the property, We ask that you consider these comments in the preparation of the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for this project: According to the SEATAC (Significant Ecological Area Technical Advisory Committee of Los Angeles County) minutes of September 9, 2002, the proposed project is a specific plan for a Master Planned Community of up to 3,600 residential units, a golf course, an undetermined amount of local commercial uses, and open space (994 acres) on 2,935 acres, WCCA understands that there is a possibility that the conceptual development plan may change, 1) The DEIR must explicitly explain how the "mixed use" area proposed just west of State Route (SR) 57 will affect the viability of the Tonner Canyon undercrossing for wildlife. (This part of the •.4 L', `,>e,'.� E;TA9 i`+..r7 FVR3U a?:7 Tp T^" )�?It:T EXE^ =4^^= 06 PJ+.V ERS 3 ; i 05/21/2003 13:52 3105892408 rHUt ea Pre-DEIR Comments on November 25, 2002 Page 2 Aera property is located just north of the Tonner Hills Planned Community tadjacent to the proposed open space area near Planning Area 8 of the Tonner Hills Planned Community].) The DEIR should provide alternatives which delete this proposed mixed use area from the project. The DER must explicitly explain how the proposed residential areas near (east of Harbor Boulevard) will adversely affect this existing wildlife corridor chokepoint, given that residential development already borders this chokepoint to the north. Haas and Crooks (1999) identify this area as one of three areas of concern regarding wildlife movement in the Puente -Chino Hills, The DER must provide alternatives that reduce the footprint of this proposed residential development area, or that relocate this proposed residential development area further to the south, it appears that reducing this development area could also preserve additional coastal sage scrub. Possible measures to.protect animals while moving across Harbor Boulevard should be discussed, including installing a culvert at this part of Harbor Boulevard. ` The project proposed on the development plan would further isolate a large block of open space along the north side, and outside, of the Aera property boundary. Project alternatives should be designed that maintain a larger open space habitat connection from this northernly existing open space through the project site, The DEIR should specifically identify the dimensions and locations of proposed open space and wildlife movement areas, Any deterrents or impediments to wildlife movement (e.g., structures, human disturbance, lighting, noise, graded slopes, areas cleared of native vegetation, etc,) in the proposed open space should be identified. The DEIR should identify the basis for any conclusions that wildlife would not use other areas of the property (that are not specifically identified on Figure 4-3, Likely Primary and Secondary Wildlife Movement Corridors) for movement. The DER should explain the process for defining secondary wildlife corridors on the site. The (including o largelmedally address the m/small mammals reptiles, amph blansement needs for the falnd bi ds) species g discussThe DEIR should development to provide redundant (more than one) wildlife movement area on the project site. the site The DER should explain how the large by wildlife age in t dlife forhe movement. entral on ( movement.it appears (Drainage D14, Berry Creek) is .used by development may be proposed on this drainage, 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) Aera Master Planned Community 05/21/2003 13:52 3105892408 PAGE 09 Pre-DEIR Comments on Aera Master Planned Community November 25, 2002 Page 3 g) Per the Biological Constraints Analysis, the entire project site is located within Critical Habitatfor the coastal California gnatcatcher, as designated bythe U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The DEIR should identify the value of the site for the coastal _ California gnatcatcher and coastal cactus wren populations in the Puente -Chino Hills, and the value of the project site for local and regional connectivity of these species. The DEIR must identify how the project would preserve these values, particularly in light of cumulative effects to gnatcatchers and coastal cactus wrens throughout the Puente -Chino Hills (from projects such as North Yorba Linda Estates, Tonner Hills Planned Community, etc.). 9) The DEIR should Identify the significance of the project site for raptor habitat, both for foraging (e.g., over non-native grasslands) and nesting (e.g „ in trees). In addition, the DEIR should specifically identify the significance of th e project site for birds in general, Per Scott and Cooper (1999), "this large patch of open space between Harbor Boulevard and the 57 Freeway is a gold mine of locally rare breeding species."The DEIR must discuss whether it is essential to maintain the breeding ability of any of these species west of SR 57. 10) The DEIR must define the proposed method for open space preservation. WCCA a recommends that any. proposed natural open space areas be dedicated in fee simple to a public park or conservation agency, independent of Los Angeles County and Orange County. Otherwise, WCCA recommends recordation of4overiapping conservation easements to a public park or conservation agency a nd the County of Los Angeles (and/or Orange County, depending on which open space areas are located in which jurisdiction), The DEIR mitigation measures must require permanent funding to manage proposed open space areas. The DEIR must define what activities will be allowed and which would be prohibited in open space areas The DEIR_must require that these methods to legally preserve fne proposed open space areas and to provide funding for management are implemented prior to project impacts. Specifics must be included in the DEIR regarding all of these issues. 11) it appears a substantial portion of walnut and oak woodlands may be impacted in the north and central portion of the site. Furthermore, if the northern boundary of the Aera property (just west of SR 57) is developed, this will completely isolate any open space on the property to 49411), Project alternatives e es should olr' explore aavoidnd ance( intheseareas.ntative Tt 12) The DEIR should provide additional information regarding proposed oil remediation. The DEIR should further identify the extent of impacts from remediation (e,g., acres of impacts to plant Communities), it appears from Figure 3-11 of the Biological Constraints Analysis that much of the southwestern portion of the property may be impacted by oilfield remediation. Pre-DEIR Comments on Aera Master Planned Community November 25, 2002 Page 4 The DEIR should also identify how much longer oil activities are expected to occur. The DEIR should also Identify the duration of the remediation activities, so the reviewer can understand how long these areas will be disturbed before the habitat is allowed to recover. The DEIR should evaluate how will this affect the value of the proposed open space areas in the southwest portion of the property, both temporally and permanently. Regarding timing, the DEIR should discuss if it is possible to conduct the remediation in phases, so. that disturbance can be minimized at any one time to allow for mobile species to take advantage of the less disturbed areas at any one time. The DEIR must Identify and define mitigation measures for impacts associatad with remediation. WCCA is also concerned that habitat in open space areas may be identified as mitigation in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) document for the proposed Aera Master Planned Community, when In fact they will be later be impacted by oilfield remediation activities, 13) The DEIR should specifically identify the significance of the project site regionally in the context of all biological issues (e.g impacts to birds, annual grasslands, coastal sage scrub, etc.) It is not enough to say that a certain percentage of a i particular plant community on the site will be Impacted. Rather it is important to discuss the role of that plant community on the Aera property in a regional context, specifically by virtue of its location in the middle of a corridor of habitat and open space land. For example, grassland located on Shell Oil property in unincorporated Los Angeles County is particularly important because it represents the largest contiguous grassland west of Chino Hills State Parks (Cooper 2000)1 14) The DEIR should specifically identify the presence, location, and•significance of all the varieties of woodland communities, including hybrid scrub -oak, Quercus engelmannii x berberidifofia, or Quercus engelmannii x durata variety gabrielensis. 15) The DEIR must fully discuss the potential indirect effects anticipated to result from the project (e,g., lighting, domestic pets, non-native invasive vegetation, increased trampling of humans into natural areas, etc.). The DEIR must identify additional roadkill of wildlife (e,g., mammals, reptiles, birds, etc.) as an anticipated effect from the project. In addition, there is also the inherent and unmitigatable pressure to manage (i.e„ kill) wildlife when encounters between wildlife and people/pets increase, The DEIR must provide clearly defined mitigation and minimization measures for all of these impacts. It is important to note that despite incorporation of mitigation and minimization measures into the project, many of these impacts will likely persist. 05/21/2oe3 13:52 310589240E PAGE 11 pre.Di_lP Comments on Aera Maser Pinned Communit~/ November 25, 2= Page 5 16) The D5jR Must explain the reasoning of dapic6nq the IFour Comef RoaT on Figure 4-3, and the feasibility of h being built' and any cumulative impacts to biological resources associated with this project and other projects In the region, If the road is depicted on this figure, it should be identified as'proposed " 17) WCCA notes that according to CEOA (Section 15332), this proje!,�A clearly does not quai'ify as an InAll development project.' .. . . Thank you for the oppvrtun'ity to comment_contact Judi Tames! of our staff at (810) 5g9�230 ezt 121 if you have any Clp ons Henderson cc: Hera Energy L,.c t1.5. F5h and Wildlife SeNice California Department of Fish and Came Gafifomia Department of Parks and Recreation Literature cited Cooper, D.S. 2000, Breeding (andBirds of a Nighty threatened open space: The Puente - Chino Hills, Caliifomia. in Western Birds 31213-234. Haas, C. and K. Crooks. 1999. Carnivore, !Abundance and Dittlb-rtinn Throughout the puente-Chino Hills: Final Report prepared .for the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority and State of California Depaflt of Transpartation District 8, ls Scott, T.A. and D.S. Cooper,1 ggg,San Summary and of Avian and Rivers CouOf the nties, Can oHiiila. Corridor, Los Angeles, Orange, January. Section 3 /n981 v/alua/s Written Comments b/zl/UJ 9:U5 MM Comments and Concerns to be addressed by EIR for AERA project in Los Angeles and Orange County. 1, Los Angeles County Department of Public Works uses a figure of 9,000 cars per day, per lane to judge roadway capacity. — Harbor Blvd is already at or near capacity at 34,000 cars per day. Please address and explain how the additional traffic from the AERA project will be accomodated. La With consideration that the City of La Habra Heights General Plan limits Harbor Blvd to 2 lanes in each direction and will not allow new street access to that road, how will access and traffic volume increase be accomodated. 2. Currently the 60 Freeway and 57 Freeway, with particular notoriety to their intersection, through the vicinity of the AERA project are heavily traffrced. Please explain and address the additional traffic volumes to be generated by non -project traffic that will use Fullerton/Harbor Blvd and the AERA cast/west road to by-pass the freeways and associated traffic. What is the estimate of traffic volume and how will it be accomodated. 3. Please explain and address new non -project traffic that will increase due to the availability of a new east -west roadway for access to the Brea Mall, 57 Freeway, etc. That is, currently people may just stay home rather than deal with the current trattrc. A new roadway could make travel easier resulting in new car trips that never existed before. Please address. 4. Since Harbor Blvd/Fullerton Rd at the intersections of Colima and Whittier Blvd are often backed up, please address, estimate, and explain how commuter cut through traffic will be prevented or accomodated in Hacienda Heights/Rowland Heights and La Habra Heights. That is, what will be the additional traffic generated by north and southbound vehicles tTying to bypass the Colima/Fullerton intersection that use the Albatross to Salerno to Sunrise neighborhood route and how will it be prevented or accomodated. That is, what will be the additional traffic generated by north and southbound vehicles trying to bypass the �1Vhittier/Harbor intersection that use the Fullerton Rd to East Rd to Coban to Cypress, or Fullerton to East to Hacienda Rd in La Habra Heights neighborhood route and how will it be prevented or accomodated. 4a. As commuter cut -through traffic is forced to seek new alternatives, please estimate and address impacts to all through roads in the City of La Habra Heights. S. With Frarlanr at rapar_ity, what will tho increase in traffic Ue nn r-Iarienda R./.i ae drivers seek alternatives to Harbor/Fullerton. fi What will he. the increase. in rraffir. on Pathfinder Rd and aacnciated emca cire.ers ac drivers attempt to by-pass the Fullerton/Colima intersection and/or seek access to the 60 Freeway. 7. Please explain, estimate and address the noise and air pollution increases of the above (1 6) concerns 8. if the City of I A Habra Heights does not allow access to Harbor blvd, what is your alternative plan? 9. Pivuuv pavvial.: u pavjvvt uitvauutiv v iu tLv EIA Haut lvvu uvt avaluiav ua.ww tv Hualsva Blvd, 10. The City of La Habra Heights General Plan recognizes the Dark Skies and protects that through discouraging traffic signals and street lights. Currently Harbor Blvd through La Habra Heights has neither traffic signals nor street lights. Will the AERA development be able to co -exist with the La Habra Heights environment? I so, how? If not, why not? 11. Where will the water supply conic from for the proposed project? Please explain and address supplies during extended drought years. How will project usage affect the ability and cost of surrounding districts to obtain water? iz, The golf course and other man -mane green areas are denoted as open=space and/or part of the Wildlife Corridor. How does a golf course accommodate wildlife? Where do the animals go as golfers are playing through? Ppe - -- 13. At Nest a golf course only provides area fotwildlife to exist, at, night, what. a ns -- -- ----- - during the day? What is the true amount of open space for the project? arks , s orts fields. That. is, not. considering land area that. is used for golf courses. P P roadway medians and green spaces, and other areas intended for recreation, what is the actual area left that will be left (or restored) as natural? 14. The proposed sports fields and park are adjacent to Orange County. Pathfinder Park is a short distance north and serves area residents. What hene€tto rs>s An gclea C"`+y and-r.:.sAV..gel car,nssnty. rosieicnta-asa3 tawpaj+ar:a a -a-'-' - sports complex that will primarily benefit Orange County? Thank you for addressing these concerns in the Environmental Impact Report, Sincerely, Stephen Blagden 2118 Citron Rd La Habra Heights, CA 90631 562-691-6W c.c. La Habra Heights City Hall Comments and Concerns to be addressed by EIR for AERA project in Los Angeles and Orange County. A proposed or discussed mitigation or benefit to the City of La Habra Heights is a new fire station to be built or provided in or near the east side of the City. The City of La Habra Heights Fire Department is fully funded by an assessment on the property owners of the City. This assessment currently funds the. single fire station, equipment for that station, maintaining the station and providing staffing. Unless the AERA offered/supplied fire station is also to be AERA financed for staffing, equipping and staffing in perpetuity, the new station will require a doubling (more or less) of the assessment on the property owners of the City of La Habra Heights in order to operate it. Please explain what the nature of the offer is and the financial considerations and impacts on the City of La Habra Heights regarding equipping, operating, staffing, and maintaining. Thank you for addressing these concerns in the Environmental Impact Report. Sincerely, Stephen Blagden 2118 Citron Rd La Habra Heights, CA 90631 562-691-6844 c.c. La Habra Heights City Hall and City Council Alain Boege 1892 N. Cypress St. La Habra Heights, CA 90631 May 8, 2003 To: Los Angeles County Regional Planning Dept. Subject: Areas to be addressed in AERA EIR for 3600 house development between Harbor Bl — Fullerton Rd and the 57 Freeway The development of 3600 houses with ingress and egress at Fullerton Rd - Harbor in La Habra Heights will lead to traffic cutting through La Habra Heights to circumvent main artery traffic congestion. For this reason, we request: 1. A complete lifecycle cost analysis of the roads in La Habra Heights that might be used by commuters and others as a result of the AERA development to help determine the cost of maintaining/refurbishing the roads over the next 50 years with and without the AERA development. Maintenance and repair of roads in La Habra Heights is funded largely by assessment districts paid for through residents' property tax bills. It is important that taxpayers receive a detailed analysis to so they can understand how they will individually be affected by the AERA development. 2. A detailed an covering 10, 25 and 50 year projections, including statistical analysis based on authoritative sources, to determine the degree of additional demand on emergency services and the abra La Habra Heights. Some emergency servicesin bill La prospective costs to taxpayers in s The Heights are funded by assessment districts paid for through residents' property additional traffic in La Habra Heights created by the AERA development will inevitably lead to more demands on emergency services. It is important that taxpayers receive a detailed analysis to so they can understand how they will individually be affected by the AERA development. 3. Detailed traffic studies of impacts on the uolliowing wateintersections r ecionss m a`Habra Heights r from Heights roads to be done to establish the noise, safety, quality, quality drains into blue line streams), quality of life impacts and the impact on residents emotional well- being from the increased traffic generated in La Habra Heights due to the AERA development: 1. Kashlan and Harbor -Fullerton Rd 2. Kashlan and Chota 3. Kashlan and Coban 4. Kashlan and Popenoe 5. Kashlan and Cypress 6. Pepperlree and Harbor — Fullerton 7. Peppertree and Popenoe 8. Vista and Harbor — Fullerton 9. Bella Vista and Harbor— Fullerton 10. Vista and Meadowland 11. Choral and Vista 12. Cypress and Mayapan 13. Cypress and Nabal 14. Cypress and Walnut 15. Cypress and Dorothea 16. Cypress and Avocado Crest 17: Dorothea and Nabal FF CALTRANS SURVEYS SOUTH 5624021401 MAY-21�-2003 09:34 P.01/03 FAx COVER SHEET DATE: �J21 J03 TIME: About 9:00_ AM FAX TO: Daryl Kontnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional planning impact Analysis Section 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012=3225 Phone:213-974-6461 FAX: 213-626-0434 PAGES SENT: 3, INCLUDING TICS COVER PAGE SENT BY: Benjamin Camarillo 1506 Hacienda Road La Habra Heights, CA 90631 Phone: 562-694-8294 Home 562.865.8511 Work 5624021401 P.02/03 ,mRY-21-2003 09t34 CRLTRRNS SURVEYS SOUTH Written Comments to Presentation of AERANOP Scope During Public Meeting of 5-15-2003 Written by attendee Benjamin Camarillo of La Habra Heights, CA orridor: I) SignificautImpact toWildlife C Loss of middle of Wildlife Corridor: AERA is He aside wildlife speciesy a narrow sinw Wildlife Corr'tdorl t. Zoo know that this will not be adequate for the many Hundreds of native species have lived here for millions of yearasnt shto n tcfu Cher impact he high- other animals listed as The Endangered Sp ecies. Particularly imp the natural en hi end predators are lost or reduced, and stem is upset. The end result is a proliferation of rodents, leading to rat, mice predator, such as the coyote and mountain lion. Wh balance of the ecosy insect infestations, 2) Significant Impact to Traffic congestion: s per day. The It's estimated that the project would result in an increase of approximately 40,U00 auto trip region cannot absorb 40>000 more auto commutes per day There are already too many cars in the area , resource. and the exhaust emissions from these would further significantly impact our air 3) Significant Impact to Schools 000 more students to an It's estimated that the projct would result m an increase eof approximately 2, strict is already facing millions of dollars in budget cuts and already overcrowded school district- The di lay-off of teachers. 4) Significant Impact on Public Services, due to additional residences: roximarely a 25%increase, a) Police and Fire: The project would add out already residences. This is aPp adding significantly to the demand on our already over -taxed fire and Police services. Thus the per -capita ratio of these services would be diminished, or there would have alr ady financiallyt expenditures for more personnel, equipment and fsoilities, hardly strapped county and cities need. support additional b) ganitation-Waste Refuse(Landfill Already at point of exhaustion, cannot loads. would be impacted as follows: c) Sewerage, already struggling to keep up with current toads, pedio i) Ocean existing plants, — addition out fall effluent adds to present level of pollution of San Bay Treatment plants — additional loads would require expansion of process 5) Other resources and services significantly impacted due to the additional 3,600 resi ences: a) gealth Facilities are already over -burdened Homeland Security -Additional load on an already over-taxe b) d and ovservice and shortages c) Water, part' cularly during periods of drought, resulting in rationing ease in air pollution due to increase in burning of fuel oil d) ater, part' y, leading to an incr e) Parks and Recreation, to in an increase in aver -crowded conditions, already intolerable 1) Air - Increase in emissions from additional automobiles and residences Page I of 2 5624021401 P.03/'03, MAY 2003 09:35 CRLTRRNS SURVEYS SOUTH. -21- written Comments to Presentation of AERA NOP ScoPe paring Public Meeting of 5-15-2003 written by attendee BenJamtn Camarillo of La Habra I3etghts, CA 6) Other significant impacts to environment: a). Storm Water i) Increase in storm water run-off ii) . Increase in Erosion b) Abandoned Wells i) Seepage of gases — intrusion upward . ii) Ground water intrusion by drilling residues iii) Subsidence and settlement c) Noise i) From autos ii) From residential iii) From commercial Pagc 2 of 2 TOTRL P.0: Page 1 of 1 Koutnik, Daryl From: CohenLA@aoi.com Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2003 12:16 AM To: dkoutnik@planning.co.la.ca.us Cc: claire@schlotterbeck.net Subject: Wildlands for Our Children Mr. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Dear Mr. Koutnik, I work for a wildlife reserve in south Orange County. I am writing to ask you to please keep our hills open, including the land proposed for the "AERA Master Planned Community: Please listen to the public. Without a wildlife corridor from our northernmost open space to our southernmost open space, we will lose many species. With our communities' incredible densities, it is also essential that we have places for the population to enjoy quiet and recreation. We, need to maintain our wildlands for people of today and.those in the future. I talk to thousands of children every year. They are attached to --and captivated by --wildlife. They care deeply about its survival. I hear that Shell-ExxonMobil, who owns AERA Energy, reported $13.662 billion profit in the first quarter of this year., This company does not need the land as much as our children do. Thank you for taking time to hear my request. Please protect our hills. I'd love to bring my slide presentation and show you our great diversity of wildlife! Sincerely yours, Laura Cohen 27706 Sinsonte Mission Viejo, CA 92692 5/20/2003 8 May 2003 - LA County Dept of Planning RE: AERA EIR for 3600 house development QUESTION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT RESPONSE Over -stressed water resources area critical problem in Southern California. Over -pumping of local aquifers and the reduction of access to Colorado River water are leading to greater local reliance on Metropolitan Water District water and higher costs for consumers. Additional residential development puts further pressure on water supplies leading to even greater reliance on costlier MWD water and even higher costs for existing customers. Existing customers are being forced to subsidize development through higher water rates. An in depth analysis is required to establish projected water rates over 10, 15 and 50 years to determine what the rates are likely to be with the AERA development and without the development. The analysis should include a range of area growth scenarios including, without limitation: no growth, AERA and no other development, AERA plus urban infill projects, AERA plus build -out of remaining hillside areas, and any other scenarios which might provide insight into water availability enhancement and control of costs to existing consumers as of January 1, 2003. The study must include, and its conclusions must be supported by, surveys of existing customers in the area, statistical analysis, expert testimony from hydrologists, geologists, environmentalists, economists and other acknowledged experts in fields related to water resources and regional planning, transcripts of public hearings conducted locally where residents and experts have an opportunity to interface and exchange ideas and offer facts and opinions, peer reviewed studies, and government studies and documents. Since this development has the potential to affect the finances and quality of life of tens of thousands of individuals in the area, it is crucial that they know how they will be impacted. The only way to do this is performance of a comprehensive study by the developer. Sincerely, C-- t 9 ✓e2i I�� Ann Cote 867 Dorothea Rd. La Habra Heights, CA 90631 Page 1 of 1 Koutnik, Daryl From: PattyFlack@aoi.com Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2003 10:28 PM To: dkoutnik@planning.co.la.ca.us Subject: Aera Master Planned Comunity Mr.Daryl Koutnik: This is my written response to the Aera Master Planned Communitythatis proposed to be built on the hills between Harbor Blvd. and the 57 Freeway. I want to state that I am highly opposed to this project. This land is environmentally people n severalcois mmunitiescommunaies willlife rbeoaffectedr that ll ibe sevnstead of mered uch needed ne project open pace this d to bproject wt. ill cause thousandsof life for tof more car trips on our already congested streets and freeways. That in turn will affect the quality of our air. Our schools are already overcrowded so where will the children that live in these homes attend school? Public Patr olety , s also an the issue. More rescue mean wirllor eneighborhoods for our already over worked Police and Firemen, P e. There is already talks of water shortages and polluted wells, where will the water come from to serve the needs of all the houses? forever. "God ain't Makinit anymore." In an already overcrowded Open Space is a resource that once developed is lost society what we don't need is to .try to cram more people into what little open space is left. In your Environmental Impact Report please address the impact of the above mentioned issues to our communities and our wildlife corridor which will affect the quality of our lives and our children's, children as well. Thank You, Sincerely, Patty Flack 8525 Davista Drive Whittier, Ca 90605 5/21l2003 From: Mary Heninger [mheninger®reinhold-ind.comj Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2003 5:10 PM To: DKOUTNIK@PLANNING .CO.LA,CA,US Subject: Notice of Preparation of the Environmental Impact Report for AERA Master Planned Community Importance: High Mr, Koutnik, Please accept the following recommendations for preparation of the required Environmental Impact Report, over at least a 12 1, The Biological studies necessary must be performed month period in order to accurately assess the biota. All native bothle als until subsals are tantial rain nt nhas hfallen, The current plan to perform the needed studies and to prepare the EIR during the _ argr summed and dmiall will notrd1to thesmoreplants,fnd thee additiont the l permanent water sourcesdurringatheses gener months. rae which 1.a. Please consider the case of the Calochortus Pl�hreatened ors listed _ on the California Native Plant Society list 1B (rare, ing endangeredIt is known t°itoccur will1bethe completelyHbrownills aandlexist only asGan NOW. In another few weeks, underground bulb. 2. The regeneration of the native walnut stands needsto bew oll nsideredthrive if It does not seem plausible that the existing struggling groves the majority of the intended "open space" is agolf course or ball field. 3. The use of fire as an agent of ecological diversity needs to be addressed. Without fire in these scrub -lands, the plant and animal - diversity is decreasing. The more houses are built in this area, the less likely that a fire can be used to regenerate the ecosystem. How will the ecosystem then be maintained? I will not repeat in detail my concerns as to traffic and commute times, as these have likely been addressed by others; but WOW! have you traveledt air Harbor Blvd during rush hour since the last housing development was P the top of the hill??? TERRIBLE! Best Regards, Mary Heninger 16419 Monte Cristo Dr. Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 626-961-3143 i 8 May 2003 Regional Planning Dept. County of Los Angeles Subject: Impact on water percolation by AERA project The AERA project proposed for 3600 acres between La Habra Heights and CA57 threatens area groundwater. Undeveloped open space plays a major role in rechazging aquifer water necessary to supply local water needs. Impervious coverage such as roads, houses, and hardscape prevent normal percolation of water to the aquifers. Trace elements from fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides used in landscaping often show up in ground water making it questionable for drinking water without expensive treatment. A study needs to be done as part of the EIR to demonstrate how the AERA project will not adversely affect the percolation of water to the aquifer, either by reducing the volume of percolated water or its quality. Please ensure that the study is supported by current and validated scientific data. Thank you. Eugene Metzger 2249 Ardsheal La Habra Heights, CA 90631 �Q Saturday, May 17, 2003 REC€iVI 1 `� MAY 19 2003 - Daryl Koutnik FEGIGNpL PtJtNNING County of Los Angeles Dept of Regional Planning I WUN1Y 320 West Temple Street c'r Oti Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Re: NOP of Draft EIR for AERA Development Area adjacent to Rowland Heights & Brea. Mr. Koutnik: I ask that the following questions be addressed in the EIR, regarding the proposed Development of Hillside area North of The Brea City Limits in Los Angeles & Orange Counties, by AERA Energy, 1) The implications of the increased level of commercial use of a current residential street (North Berry Street). Currently there are strict limitations on commercial traffic on this segment of road used exclusively for access by residential traffic. _ 2) Creating Commercial Vehicle Access on Berry Street North of Central Avenue. EIR should address the impact on the neighborhood environment to families that live along the north end of Berry Street, 3) EIR needs to address the quality of life impact of public gatherings and alcohol service at proposed commercial business site 4) EIR needs to address the additional diesel pollution from vehicles 5) The Brea Terrace Community Pool is located in an area directly to the West of the Collection area for Berry Creek. Except for instances of storm, there is currently little if any water in this collection area. We have taken many actions to mitigate problems with bees and mosquitoes, that are drawn to standing water. What will be the treatment plan that would be used to assure that bees and mosquitoes will not be drawn to this area which is within 50 yards of your pool area? I appreciate your including these issues in determining the impact of development to the area along the Southerly boundary of the project area. Respectful u ed Michael J. Patin 1645 North Arthur Drive Brea, CA 928214871 cc: Mayor & City Council, City of Brea David Crabtree, City Planner Brea Terrace Home Owners Association April 15, 2002 Mr. Les Card Chief Executive Officer LSA Associates, Inc. 20 Executive Park Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92614-4732 Dear Mr. Card: It has come to our attention that various community offices have received notice of a Traffic Impact Analysis for the proposed Aera Energy project. As chairman of the development committee for the Rowland Heights Community Coordinating Council, we need to advise you that there are other intersections (besides those mentioned in your April ls` letter) which will definitely be impacted by the proposed development. They are as follows: Fullerton Rd/Sunrise Fullerton Rd/DiamondPlaza Fullerton Rd/Gale Fullerton Rd/Mescal Fullerton Rd/Aguiro Fullerton Rd/Sordello Fullerton Rd/Los Palacios Colima/Paso Real Colima/Batson Colima/Fairway Harbor/Old Fullerton Rd (North) Harbor/Old Fullerton Rd (South) Harbor/Vantage Pointe Dr Harbor/Wellington It surprises me that Mr. Couch failed to provide you with the proper contacts within our organization, as he certainly attends every single one of our monthly meetings. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you have any questions. Sincerely, Mike Popovec cc: Russ Bell - RHCCC Vice PresidentlDevelopment Committee Chair Rowland Heights Community Coordinating Council. 2635 Hayride Ct Rowland Heights, CA 91748 (626)912-2677 Page 1 of 1 Koutnik, Daryl From: Mike Popovec [mpopovec@mmwest.com] Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2003 10:26 AM To: dkoutnik@planning. co,la.ca.us Subject: Letter To LSA _ Daryl: I thought it might be a good idea to make you aware that the RHCCC had already provided LSA with a list of intersections we wanted included in the traffic study in a letter dated April 15th. (attached) Regards, Mike Popovec rnpopovec @mmwest.com Micromarkets/West 626-912-2677 626-912-4830 (fax) 5/21/2003 MAY.1912003 02 M 714 565 7097 STATE COMP INS FUND #3043 P.001/004 BONNIE SAIIRLEX Attorney at Law 7706 Friends Avenue Wbittler, Ca 90602 562-696-6049 714-480-6019 May 19, 2UU3 Daryl Koutnik By Pax: 213-626-0434 County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, Ca 90012-3225 �0 pox Re: Public Scoping Meeting -Aera Ma.Ster Planned Cotmztuniry Brea, California p ARy Dear Sir: Following are items and issues I believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. being produced for the Aera Master Planned Community as to mitigation measures and/or suggested alternate projects. 1) Water a) What is the current analysis of water quality of natural streams in the area; as to percblorates, Wtrates? What will be the impact of the Planned Community on the water quality in. natural streams. b) Water flow: will natural. streams be dammed, crossed, covered, or re- directed? What mitigation or suggested alternate projects if natural streams will be damned, crossed, covered, etc. c) What impact on water usage for wildlife utilizing wildlife corridors? d) What impact of massive water usage and run off from the golf course, lawns and gardens on the properties, on the natural streams? Effect of fertilizers and herbicides by home owners and golf course managers on natural streams; how is herbicide and fertilizer use in the area going to affect wildlife, and what mitigation and/or alternate project will be considered? MAY.1912003 02:23 'i14 565 709'1 STATE COMP INS FUND $SU4J 1?e UVL/VV4 Page 2 Comments — Public Scoping Meeting May 19, 2003 2) Traffic . a) 3600 new homes suggests between 7000 to 10,000 or more population increase in that area and concomitant vehicle usage increase can be expected. What impact on F level traffic areas, and on all traffic areas contiguous to or in the project area? What impact on exits and entrances to 57 Freeway? What is estimated vehicle number per house in a similar planned community? Two or three per home? Vehicles estimated at 7000 to 10,000? Please discuss mitigation measures or proposed alternate projects? b) Are new home owners expected to be long distance travelers or local travelers for work purposes? What is the current percentage of Southern California drivers who drive 30 miles round trip or more, and using that percentage, how many more cars does that predict from this Master Planned Community for heavy tragic areas? Please discuss impact and any possible mitigation for heavier local traffic usage. c) What impact of traiTic increase on wildlife utilizing wildlife corridors within and contiguous to the project area; what mitigation to be suggested and/or alternate project in relation to traffic impact on wildlife utilizing wildlife corridors? 3) Services a) What impact on services such as fire, police, water, sewer? Will there be sewer systems? Will additional fire and police need to be hired, and who will provide? Local cities, or sheriff? What are estimated response times for fire?. For police response or sheriff response? Whose tax burden, will be affected, will the tax burden. be limited to the new home owners in the projected project. Please discuss mitigation and or sources to address these issues and/or alternate projects? b) Will receipt of adequate services require annexation to another city? c) Will a separate water district be required? Is there sufficient water to serve a development of this size? Please. specifically address this issue and in detail since water availability is a potential. problem in southern California. What mitigation and or suggested alternate project will be proposed on this issue, if any? 4) Schools a) What is the estimated number of children that will need to attend local schools from this Planned community? 4000? Will the local schools be able to meet this influx? What school districts will serve this community? MAY.1912003 02:23 714 565 7097 STATE COMP INS FUND $3043 P'.003/004 Page 3 Comments — Public Scoping Meeting May 1.9, 2003 b) What is the curreT) density level 0f local schools? Are local schools able to absorb new students in these numbers? c) Will a special loed tax be required to support schools? What community will bear this speciill tax? What mitigationmeasures or alternate projects are appropriate forlthis issue? 5) Pollution a) If there is estimated additional vehicle number for the community from 3000 to 7000, what impact on air pollution in the local area, as well as the region wide area? What mitigations measures are proposed, and what alternate projects iflany? b) Please provide stab Aies as to the studies on noise pollution from vehicles, in the project area? !, What mitigation is being considered, anal/or what alternate project is tieing considered or will be considered? 6) Habitat restoration a) Please have the project clearly define the plans for habitat restoration; b) How will habitat restoration be impacted by substantial increase in human population, vehicle pollution; are there any sensitive species, animal or plant that will react to pollution, once "restored". c) How will, the 18 hote golf course affect the areas of habitat being restored. Will the golf course be contiguous to the restored areas or the currently established wildlife corridors? What mitigation, in, the sense of bu&r areas or. alternate project? 7) Golf course a) What chemicals or tdxics can, the golf course IM expected to introduce into the area, such as herbicides and fertilizers? How will chemicals introduced by the golf course be expected to impact natural streams, the water table, and wildlife b) Will there be contoururg and grading for purposes of the golf course? Will this affect naturo. drainage and the wildlife corridors? Will this affect the wildlife corridors already existing on the outside boundaries of the project area? c) Will the golf course be contiguous to natural streams? d) Please advise mitigafi�n suggestions ibr these issues, and/or alternate projects. e) How will wildlife encroaching on the golf course be handled? 8) Larthquake/%lood a) What predictability fo�C the earthquake fault nearby in its impact on housing? MAY.19'2003 02:24 '714 565 7097 STATE COMP INS FUND 8aoes r.VvxlUV4 Page 4 Continents — Public Scoping Meeting . May 1 % 2003 b) . Are were any iwu$cs of flooding that grading or contouring in these areas, will create? llas flooding been a problem in this area? What mitigation or alternate projects should be suggested as to earthquake or flooding? 9) Wildlife corridors. How does the proposed project expect to a@ect t)ie somewhat contiguous areas of Tonner Canyon and Powder danyon? Will there be any contiguous areas between these specific corridors and thin project? What reasonable connections for purposes oI- f the wild life crossing will bad provided within the project area; the visual aids at the scoping meeting did not appeilr to be reasonable; and mitigation or an alternate project would seem to be required on this issue, Wouldfailure to take this into consideration result in ditn inisfvng the value of these, two properties for the purposes of wildlife corridors? . Please add me to your mailing�list for the Draft Environmental Impact Report, as well as the Final E1R Sincerel yo BonnqSl?lo Attorney at Law , Page 1 of i Koutnik, Daryl From: Spano, Joe [BITECH/FUL] [JoeSpano@bitechnologies.com] Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2003 8:04 AM To; dkoutnik@planning.co.Ia.ca.us Subject: Notice of Preparation of the Envionmental impact Report for the AREA Master Planned Community. Mr. Koutnik, My recommendations for the impact study. 1. The study should be preformed over at least a 12 month period in order to assess all the plant and animal life through out the entire growing and breeding seasons. Most of the native plants are dorment during the summer, and are most visible and beautiful after the rains. During the rest of the year they are almost invisable to the untrained eye. 2. The animals move throughout the year in search of food, water,and shelter. In the summer and fall, most of the larger animals would not be seen in the subject area. They too need a full year for a proper study. 3. Traffic in the area is now bad to terrible ! Add 3600 homes to the area, with a very conservative m!mimum of 2 cars per home, plus the traffic to and from the proposed golf course. I believe that this increase in traffic will make a now bad situation, go to the level of Totally Impossible, Regards, Joseph Spano 16419 Monte Cristo Dr. Hacienda Heights, CA 91745 626-961-3143 5/21/2003 May 21 2003 4:48PM TCG 949-387-3724 P.1 May 21, 20 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning Impact Analysis Section 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Re; 2,935 Acre Aera Energy LLC Project South of Rowland Heights &North of Brea Response to Notice of Preparation Dated April 21, 2003 Proposed Project impacts on Wireless Telecommunications Services Dear Mr. Koutnik: I am writing in response to the EIR Scoping Meeting Notification (attached) dated April 21, 2003 for the Aera Energy LLC project south of Rowland Heights and north of the City of Brea, I am concerned over the proposed projects impacts on wireless telecommunications services. The use of cellular phones and other wireless devices in our society can no longer be considered a convenience. Their use is a necessity for public welfare and safety. The neighborhoods surrounding the proposed development are already characterized by poor service from all carriers and will get worse as additional users are added to the area as a result of this development. In addition several facilities that provide coverage for these services are believed to be located within the project boundary and may be impacted by the proposal causing degradation in coverage even before another user is generated by the proposed project. What is being done to ensure that adequate wireless service will be provided For this development? What is being done to ensure that existing infrastructure that may be removed is replaced so that at a minimum, existing coverage is not degraded more? What is the County of Los Angeles doing to ensure adequate and quality wireless coverage for County residents and visitors? I do not necessarily oppose this project. I just want to make sure that these issues are addressed. Please address these issues in the EIR for the proposed development. Sincerely; Aa� Michelle Tolmasoff 1101 Flamingo Way La Habra, California 90631 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 2776 Saleroso Drive Rowland Hts CA 91748 May 14,2003 T ftEC€IVED MAY .19 2003 �EGI OL pl MIMING LI couly Dear Mr. Koutnik, Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. However, allow me to share a concern that my family and I have regarding the proposed development of land in our area. Should the oil companies be trusted to design and develop our community? This is an issue that the that residents in Los Angeles and Orange Counties will soon be faced with. Street and freeway gridlock, a lack of school classroom space, noise and air pollution are just a few of the situations that these communities will need to face. As you are aware, a proposed community has been designed by the same companies that brought you high gasoline prices. Specifically, an area encompassing Los Angeles and Orange Counties is being planned for an enormous housing community on pristine, wildlife area. Given the oil company's track record on environmental issues and insensitivity to the public; I find trusting Big Oil to develop our community, a bitter pill to swallow. Robert Villa an �$tOtngS CAaz�O CANYON RP4 s��EPY 140t_I.OW,C`I- 917M9 52c R ECEIVED MAY a444 � � 7Vtz AERP �, sr oh aln w xkd�` *� Ws honey a_ s r I rAf on s�/ mow c/m dQtiY".CA41Gv� 0 1 How MWMj 5�. c&W Olt lo� fint a 5�= ?, e a°A leeCal � alm opt WLAt� Oft ell cicy o p/ J2 Robert V. Way 1050 Avocado Crest Rd. La Habra Heights, CA 90631 May 83 2003 LA County Regional Planning The following should be addressed in the AERA company EIR for their 3600 home development west of the 57 Fwy and east of Fullerton Rd. The impact of 3600 homes on local water resources is potentially sig project will complete study must be done to show conclusively how the AERA p J mitigate the additional demands placed on water resources by their housing development so that area water customers existing before the development is built are not adversely affected financially by higher water charges, or by interrupted or reduced supply of water due to the development. Thank you. I, and my lawyers, will look forward to a full and detailed treatment of this issue in the Environmental Impact Report. Yours truly, '� A Robert V. Way Section 4 /nd/vidua/s May 8, MO03 Scoping Meeting Written Comments Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting . Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact; Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. 1 Comments: � t �� .�t X r��" �3 fY;�t �, %� ( '^'E' You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a no ice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notic for hearings on the address: ��`� ��� �" Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: ,� a-- � _. ..,....: Please mail a notice to me at the following .�--� Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 T� f( Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community 4,lYi Required Approvals: " . General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps - . Grading Permits Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003 at 5.00 P. y, l f� r� ale& ;;qe ✓ Comments: G I& � � � � ao n ! /T— l'/� .�j,L3Ul cPlt- __-________ You may a so indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearing on the project. If you wis to have a no ice, please be sure to include your name and full address, The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. L�/ Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: `& 6y /� G Name:�//>/1_/i%1�5C71/ Address: L%// ,/,14T�S�'/1 City/State/ZIP: - - Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik i County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 'ry. .. - �$a - . o.. hSil i� 1 1 Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment :_ Zone �fiiange (Specific Plan) Subdivi5'ion Maps —_ Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Age rt wCl beaacoet ted until Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental -Impact -Rep° p May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: _ ..,...ly> .:4.1....� �i'�nt t'i'1'L1 ci' j'Lcmltc,+��Y ��<�kr-� Y1'�t S �h�t�✓ 9�'W Li'r`E � GrS�(GNN1Aci� Q'z°7 ,7� G1�t"% Yt`11�5 � LAN cC '�1d�� eM'1 i1t'j �.z IZa�OCir�Xl Z�e� pt"w ..�(T,c 'L G 7 i ye rAmd rgy�,�t,� �����i a_ You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wis o ave a please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, fora charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: ���� �,�,� Name: Address: 2�a�5 U nes <. D�+t,�.c City/State/ZIP: __________________ -------------------------------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Input Public • Public•• . Meeting �fjj� •Community t 911` E!4May 8, 2003 -- Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement t This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your or mail to the Written comments on he Notice of Preparation ants ction (NOP) or this scoping the Environment Il impactReportwAgency ill be Contact 1epted untisted l May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on ttfe project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. - Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: n Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 -- Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: ------------------------------------------------- ----- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: �z e4 z1Y /1e / 4 ZFE l= i�/ r Address: IVIJJ j % rrlgrrl� it it City/State/ZIP: /7 e� �� ` G �� % / % V Y LE ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: --------------------- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes. I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: --------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: ry ( � W 1 e Iee.5k/� Zy/� !.4 W'd/e,4 1�ze ; t�s lA 94e'; Z 33 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Questions for Notice of Preparation AERA 3600 Houses between Harbor and 57 Freeway May 6, 2003 Detailed study of traffic impacts in La Habra Heights to include the two golf course crossings of East Road, as the Hacienda Country Club extends both north and south of East Road. After completion of the project, how will you mitigate the significant adverse impact of additional noise, pollution, and loss of viewscape on the quality of life in the surrounding communities? What is the current distribution of time -in -car spent by motorists on adjacent street and highway intersections surrounding this regional project, and what is the estimated increase to that distribution of time -in -car after completion of the project? What is the estimated increase to the distribution of time -in -car 15 years from the present assuming the project is built, and alternately assuming the project is not built. What is the adverse impact on retail zones surrounding the project, such as the Brea Mall, Puente Hills Mall, and Gale/Harbor Road retail areas, as the traffic jams surrounding the project cause people to go to avoid these areas and shop elsewhere? After of the project, how will you mitigate the light pollution to the currently dark completion skies enjoyed by residents of La Habra Heights and Rowland Heights and the Brea Hills? Prove that this project will not cause a decline of animal species to the west along the Puente Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. Given the propensity of slide prone hillsides, geologic faults, and expansive soils in the development area and the amount of mass grading planned, how are you going to handle the long-term liability of structural damage to houses built there? What is the economic feasibility of this project --what is the initial cost of this property, what has been the cumulative profit gained by production of oil from it, and why do you need to develop this property for your balance sheet? What was the combined profit last year of Shell and Exxon -Mobil companies, which are sole owners of AERA Energy? What was the combined profit in the first quarter of 2003 of Shell and Exxon -Mobil companies? What is the profit expected from the rigorous clean up and housing development of this property by comparison the profit to minimal clean up and selling the property as open space at fair market value? I understand that AERA has paid low taxes on this property based on the LA County lans that will agriculturally zoned rate. How can you justify making a profit now with p reduce the quality of life of the surrounding communities while increasing the tax burden on those communities to help pay for the extended impacts of the project, such as noise, traffic, air pollution, and loss of country hillside views? a cluster f cancer A controversy attention with gas emissions from an oil wellnat the Beverly Hills High cases in possible association of School. How do you plan to handle the developmennvironmtntal whi has edrelated to previouspollution in neighborhoods on the property production of oil on the property, and also that due to any. ongoing natural gas and oil seeps in the property? you anticipate covering a liability bond in the billion -dollar range for 30 years or more in Do a litigious southern California, to ward against the environmental hazards of housing development and construction in this zone of geological hazards and potential petroleum pollution? What is the cost of the affordable housing in this development for those people who currently have to travel the 60 freeway long distances to the east for affordable housing? gh school age on the What is the impact of additional ouhOol children of junior and Ian to construct new junior and new high schools to surrounding communities. Do y p accommodate the expected increase of students? The three access roads to this large development will likely be gridlocked during a fire or earthquake of people depu anticipate in the design the departing. What mitigation do yo road Habra stem to is hasalleviate t i 6 entrancety co s a d has half he ncern? For (number e, the off acent houses) p oside ipos d fora Heig the AERA development. Please provide a project plan without an exit point on Harbor Boulevard. Please provide a project plan without a continuous east -west road connection from the 57 freeway to Harbor Boulevard. Please proved a project plan with one exit point to the 57 freeway. at includes actual existing water supplies, not water Please provide a plan for sewerage th identified only on paper. IDz "infill" project under the California Environmental How can this project defined as an Quality Act? The Metropolitan Water District is losing 40% of its Colorado River Water — what impact does this have on the cost and availability of water to the 3600 houses in the development — and also on the cost of water to the surrounding communities? How will you mitigate the decrease in property values experienced by people in surrounding communities, such as La Habra Heights, due to increased traffic and associated noise generated by the 36,000 additional car trips per day into the surrounding communities? This project will effectively cut the Puente Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor from the east at the mouth of Tonner Canyon. How will you mitigate the inability of animals to regenerate the gene pool across the Corridor to west of your development in the hills above La Habra Heights, Hacienda Heights, and Whittier? How will you mitigate the increase in rodent poulaons in thoe same cities to the west e to he anticipat d in thats severed western u rn part of the Puente Chino Hiidecrease llsWildlife Corridor? The current plan will not create a community. It is only.a collection of houses lacking in community entities and spirit. You are creating bad sprawl. How do you plan to change your "community" plan to implement good social engineering designs? This project is not environmentally friendly at all. How can Shell claim, with A ERA Wider wholly owned subsidiary, that Shell is an environmentally friendly company? community will become aware of this issue. What is the distribution of Native American artifacts and sites on the property? What archeological features related to the Spanish explorers have been identified on the property? Who is going to hire the EIR consulting company — LA County or AERA? Will there be any confidentiality agreements between AERA and the EIR consulting company? Will you allow a fair market appraisal of the property? Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement r IED �i�iY 13 2003 r�rci�t€�t �d<wtaitas �.P �illd'iC This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: ------------------- You may also indicate if you would like to rereive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name Address: � _ Cerlo � Ingrid.Bernabe 19355AIcona St Rowland Hts CA91148-3909 City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Comments and Questions for Public Input on Public Scoping Meeting on May 81 2003 Specific Comments: The Meeting on May 8, 2003 was held at 6:00 p.me this is a time when most working people are still traveling home on the Freeway. Only persons that are retired, out of work or perhaps on part-time employment were able to attend. Notices seemed not widely mailed. Most of my neighbors did not even know about this meeting. As you are probably aware, most residents in Rowland Heights and surrounding areas are of Asian Culture and speak little or no English and are mostly new to this area. First they are for the most part not aware of the impact this proposed development will have nor do they speak English well enough to even understand a Notice given in English. How much information was sent out in any of the Asian languages? Following are some questions I feel need to be studied: How does this project address the Rowland Heights Community General Plan? fied School District accommodate How will the Rowland Uni hen it is already overcrowded? nearly 2,100 new students w How is it possible to mitigate incremental traffic created by 3,600 additional houses? An traveling on Fullerton Rdq exit off the .60 Freeway, or Colima, or Nogales to Valley Blvd. Or Pathfinder Rd* or the 60 Freeway any time of the day, or the 57 Freeway will attest to the horrendous traffic jams that exist now. This project can only add to the currently very congested traffic condition. Not only in Rowland Heights but also in the surrounding areas. . Has any consideration been given to the loss of recreation potential? Creation of a new golf course and green belts can not be considered recreational areas for families with children. Have you determined the cumulative effect of this construction as it relates to projects such as Alameda Corridor East? What will be done to provide increased county/state services - fire & police? We have no social services to speak of for seniors. Trees that have been planted by the County are not taken care off and have either died or grown crooked and have not been replaced. Weed abatement on medians does virtually not exist. Proliferation of signage in Asian languages without the equivalent translation into English is spreading and is not addressed by the County. This situation creates havoc for Police and Emergency people. Proliferation of building two-story Business buildings and shopping mall is spreading creating more of already very congested traffic problems. Wildlife Issues: How does this project address the protection of sensitive biological areas during and after construction? How can you mitigate the destruction of existing animal habitat? How can you avoid disruption of the existing Wildlife Corridor. Has anyone ever heard of any animal to just use a trail man creates or stop for a red light? What will be done to protect endangered species of animal and plant life during and after construction? As everyone knows all life.on earth depends upon each other on a delicate balance. If one species dies many more die with it or are in danger to exist creating havoc in the food chain, what will be done about this? How will wildlife return once it is stopped or,even killed during the construction? Many plants have already disappeared do we have the right to continue the trend? Land and Geological Issues: How will slope stability problems be addressed? What plans are there for soil structure analysis and geology? How detailed and reliable are maps of historical drilling sites, pipelines and other oilfield operations? What records are available concerning the historical chemical audit of business? What are the impacts of historical chemical practices (now in soil) on longevity of the new infrastructure? How many homes will be situated on the Whittier -Elsinore Fault System? Ecological Issues: What guarantees are there that oil field contamination will not occur during or after construction? How detailed and reliable are maps of historical drilling sites, pipelines and other oilfield operations? What records are available concerning the historical chemical audit of business? How reliable are these chemical records, given the fact that oilfield operations began in the 1800's? What kind of warranty will be extended to new homeowners for any future problems with petroleum related problems? What are your specific plans for oak tree removal and replacement? How can an old tree be replanted? It will assuredly die. How will remaining open space be maintained? Water Issues: How will tests be conducted to determine existence of perchlorates? What assurance do you have concerning a 20-year guarantee to supply water to this development? What is your best management practice for handling sewage and waste water? What chemicals were used and stored in drilling operations anywhere on the property? How will groundwater status be evaluated in conjunction with flows and basin configurations? How will impacts be measured regarding increased impervious cover for the watershed? Please keep in mind that - Water is the most important issue of this whole study. Additional water usage for household use and landscaping will put a huge burden on water supply as it exists. Water must be conserved if we are to survive, adding additional housing is not going -to create a favorable climate to accomplish that. Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps - • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: H !� --, Name: - Address: City/State/ZIP: t. Lead Agency Contact: Daryl .Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 " -- Required Approvals: - . General Plan Amendment RECEIVED Zone Change (Specific Plan) MAY 19 2003 Subdivision Maps ngGipNpLPLANNING Grading Permits Ln.courm Improvement Plans G, Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) . T Development Agreement the Environmental Impact This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. S =/ 6 v 3 Comments: LMi S 1 Lr�:J a ST :l c L u A� t! i ✓JiZ�1 nJ� / ) !> 3 7 fz11 LJn Y /4 G Aiz S D /I y 4 T W 0 � o s T T o' l %4 P /k Ye(IL S You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. — Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: D o :) c< ,Z Address: L13 9 6 %A Q Q/LA City/State/ZI P: Lead Agency Contact: Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, zuua Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this Scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: - - - - _City/State/ZIP Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 E a Public Input Form All Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003+ Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment RECEIVED • Zone Change (Specific Plan) i MAY 12 2003 • Subdivision Maps 71J��QPG • Grading Permits i.NAL A.CoaNtY Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) 6 • Development Agreement Tliis form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. . . Commerits: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: �kiwxi Address: _le": City/State/ZIP:ill�.f�l[ Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 ATTACHMENT With respect to the wildlife corridor within the AERA project, it must be noted in the DEIR that the corridor would, after development, traverse through the manufactured open space of a golf course and cross the main east -west collector road of that project. This circumstance would be a permanent negative impact on the wildlife whose migration from the Chino Hills State Park to the Puente Hills area would cease. The result would be the loss of the vital link in the larger wildlife corridor extending from the Whittier -Puente Hills to the Cleveland National Forest in the Santa Ana Mountains. The DEIR should also note that the development of the 3600 resirdyential units would substantially occur in the valley of the AERA property. This would need to be accompanied by a photo of the valley as it exists today for any reader to truly understand what would forever be lost. Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera. Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: a '.A You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: {��kk� kk ('{ V1 l�V'c vet ok ff Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: General an Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps Grading Permits a Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Enyironmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until x May 21, 20 3, at 5:00 P.M. rr ('7' S€0 { !/r r x �`� Y �l � � �, / VV✓�'� ,v....�r'.2 °iy 6'I-.t1? (� �'7 .'.�,er>,�„C51L� v.,:;,Ys`--.. L= Comments: a z 9 r li ja- �5115 � ff , r { 1 uF✓i l✓� _v C �3 r��- €v 9 CU avtfia U �Q �`� n:_i,. 2 �� ..'`..cutr2, F ! r,3'✓ 9` `; ....#T ` II nay ? i �y/ C� U uqJ ia.'zr n":.. € y y� ✓l Tra ` i nC�7! �1J':� ;may / C / iQ1` J''' "tAJ7J ;7ii ';z_�� 1J�' JU 1-CJ���s�(��✓s��,;'_",� `:'�'yi "�% y �` r:J r-., 4,.t. .ic,}v - ✓ ` �c=`S J.ii' :':7 },h Faw-`,, `t • fI✓.' . afJ �:-d.'..i t$N tits, &_,"..;�7,$,"iik.. ✓' .. JS Q Rrc�i ii .cr✓ dr l fy '.' ;7 £ r- t s7r f Gov �t t !- Q ;;1.. _.<`. Ftt•` C,r '✓ �J„ 2i3v�1,i I Z r '�.,+✓V^f..._1.,e;'i�'�i � �-.: ✓ ✓U1 �'Gi.�:fYr>j" ..a- ,--.xr You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. - Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project Please mail a notice to me at the following address: ,. ! r Name: J 5' Address: City/State/ZIP: ( -- - Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street " Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: �D Uri.' I J eUq (4 � DAA/WwU � 1, You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. - • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: ` 4 ' Name: Address: CP vb v1 L4I^.!k' , City/State/ZIP: Ae, +> C � 17 Y 4' Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: ' General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement IDO This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments:' / oUSn" 1�Oydr'h2/ ��Pyjbe, (� +'((��� 12 CtV\(C�L3�691 nh(Q PG1�114. l G r PCs/I�� ?1 IF1/1l rl.l CJ� p/ C C6f1 �vI a L141 Ui - � { �'V%�n 5�1�u ( r,�- - --dht� -- rt'v� 7Te Uu r U li You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. - Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following Name: Address: 1UVVVAr')LJ<yi1, PS is r 4s City/State/ZIP: u C f t'vyAe 41p CA t t V Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Community + yS��ay ,., Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) -- • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits - • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comme�ts: r 2) ., `f~"ta`"� 3lfC:'cs✓� �4G),il Cj You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: --------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: F Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form iiPublic Scoping Aera Master Planned Community Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: �J You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: l /Ail0 rjj 0sG City/State/ZIP: .11 Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 We s; Required Approvals: Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits May 8, 2003 • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this Scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: � 5 You may also indicate if you would like to �ceive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies.may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. _ Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: ` Name: �,+m ii,5 c V A KB Address: 1�I�� ��,5> t City/State/ZIP: �4 i�ps�Ll�- (`t'f Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 tjd PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING AGENDX a .2AERA .tom a�� j6 MASTER PLANNED NOTICE OF PREPARATION • MEETING ROOM OPEN FOR INFORMATION REVIEW . INTRODUCTORY COMMENTS • PROJECT DESCRIPTION (POWERPOINT PROGRAM) . PUBL' IC INPUT . ' MEETING ADJOURNED �-- Public Input Form Community fi}[ .. Aera Master ,i� Planned �0 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. l� CCU f�v You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices foearings on the project. Please /mail a noti r ,ce to me at the following address: i .k r 2 Z Name: �r X7 . Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public•Form (y"}; • e?, - •Community «� 11 - Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. ii p r Comments: r5 luccw, a i v,rXe i �r �11tV'vuVkh %h 4wC) _ IG'CC cc6 I111AVrP(A_'J CXoua� "z 111il0VdzC �tP y C'✓ You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following — address: ++ Name: °J�"tv�Le S I ; GG Vko Address: L�{{ City/State/ZIP: ()� c7 60 � �7 - C & TL Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Comments to Los Angeles County Regarding the AERA project: What is the cost of the affordable housing in this development for those people who currently have to travel the 60 freeway long distances to the east for affordable housing? What is the impact of additional school children of junior and high school age on the surrounding communities? Do you plan to construct new junior and new high schools to accommodate the expected increase of students? The three access roads to this large development will likely be gridlocked during a fire or earthquake of people departing. What mitigation do you anticipate in the design of the road system to alleviate this safety concern? For example, the adjacent hillside City of La Habra Heights has about 16 entrances, and has half the number of houses proposed for the AERA development. Please provide a project plan without an exit point on Harbor Boulevard. Please provide a project plan without a continuous east -west road connection from the 57 freeway to Harbor Boulevard. Please proved a project plan with one exit point to the 57 freeway. Yours truly, Judith P. Ennis 1779 Virazon Drive La Habra Heights, California Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement IDD This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: r e Yost-rAa indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please b sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. -' • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following � Name: ' ✓,�, Ar Address: City/State/ZIP:j' Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting �lAera Master Planned Community Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive. notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: / , Name:,e4 1 1 _ — L. Address: - ` j,' - City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form�b °E�e Public Scoping Meeting} �'� lit Aera Master Planned CommunityF.:. May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: ------------------------------------------ ----------------------------------------- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, ll address. The EIR at offices and, for a u please be sure to include your name and charge, individual copies be obtained from alb ndedlb ule printeal libraries and the County Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: --------------------------------------- Please mail a notice to me at the following Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public•Form (1lb ' • • • Aera Master Planned Community e9 + 7�j �/May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: /v�Pgt���bJ��-��iJD<� SPGct(ti r•6,n,�1; -------------------------------------------------- -- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: -------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 . Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting #Aera Master Planned Community Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits _ • Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: hl q You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: 45 Address: City/State/ZIP: ------------------ Lead Agency Contact: '.; zitL ��1, ,T Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 . o Public Input Formo�:a Public Scoping Meeting} Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 - Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment MAY 20 2113 Zone Change (Specific Plan) �� Subdivision Maps ',��LA,COUNT�Eras Grading Permits �/ Improvement Plans TI Oj / Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate ' u would like to receive otices for hearings on the project. If yo ish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County _ Evidual copies maybe lue printer. offices and, for a charge,, in Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: . 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Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:OO P11.M. i Comments: 1 (OK; �� J I� �L p �'� c� 1 ria Jed aLL Jalb G� k ✓e- tj Crrl, gkl cnn.,e6fi0 1 Q V\ s I l c e S _ �i�vJ a��-fG �� e F� 6-2 I�/l� �« + fl W� S�ueS ar'd Je/ - k3t U4�,/'Je& jro, e �> row. 1 /L _Tsx_.cuaiZY61!!i5�� You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: � Name: CCf C 3�toKa dokVt$--:�V� Address: '114S ` `NY 6-e�a bx� City/State/ZIP: 11 r-Q ct CA 1 I U3 Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 0B �.Public• peAera • Community w�tS�,*?i May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: ----------------------------------------- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: ? 1 Name: — Address: l�If0�% rl�lC/17r1 S� j City/State/ZIP:l�```'Ci;�� Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community # May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may atsc i Gwould like to receive notices for hearings on the project. you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: l� nt t4 E59 e Name: Address: 193 �� D�UR • City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street _ Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. 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N�� cA� Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form ,n�Public• • •Meeting Aera Master Planned Community Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 IP.M. I t �� sk Comments: mwte; AI11�r cV avi tic s veva `�Ak �a (�iwn r�e W CYO ��.r1� 1✓\'Mtn w1''`j t ih JJ�V��M O��N. ACC �.t�d-9 Sn� G�51\4i'P 6hiCi ti\'�w�-P `1`Iaj% SUA.Dv�ViSAFS `�le� iv �? L^/i6v� You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice; please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local librarnd tl}� County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: --------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) . Subdivision Maps Grading Permits • Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit.your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: yl V 1 t J L2 LZ q V` i%�� V'w42s� c �tDGfAlv� K NO di o zJ You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: — j . l Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: La F" t ek e : Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting aAera • . $ii t t Required Approvals: . • General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. _ Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name:L�yfu�— �r Address: yr„ = City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps _ Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. �1� �/�t.�y Cow,��„�•� ING��n�` JP'!�'�e�t��u.� I��i;S �-V�~s - Comments: t i I'y\0trE Ld . Co h rn E rEe Vl —pe bh� r=.,.. -( - ' j erto� �a ot�1 f GO . ( G� GC/l rcr "Q A 0Y ----------------------------------- --- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - You may may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: ( ` Name: Address: jer f City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form }} Public• Aera Master Planned Community Required Approvals: • General Plari Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report, You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: r You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the roject. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: ` � // Name: ��122a Z--O/%/7 / Address: ��IS �0 6LA1 zl City/State/ZIP: 1 abz �/�zz Al, 29• 4:57/ 7Z -Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street __ Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form ping Meeting �{ �' -Public• ra Master Planned Community - Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment . - • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Envirohmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: --------------------------------------------------- ------------------------- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: \ Name: "z; \A,"�� Address:��r��o �us� City/State/ZIP: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 In Required Approvals: Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits May 8, 2003 • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until - May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. ..Comments: 0 W -------------------------------------------------- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: �� �✓�/� Name: Address: City/State/ZIP:u=��»c�Ie`ti�✓ ��� Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • Geheral Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement ri�gg ggaad �Y r 20 20Q3 A, At IIVrltAfe This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environme tal Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. a�ii 1 2 V4e 2eae 6' 64' Owe ��� all f d"te TUl�f'1�'�`d� re l'ri �e i- t/'//s.d� lam` ®F Gbwsn ,d h; les-� rda�` eve Comments: 1 iJ 4;7. r� Gc� ocC/� nu�r'c'�e-u.yaC "�,va/s �/e eve r -------------------------------------------------- - You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: _ Name: w Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 l/��/I41j,l 4 917y� Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting aAera Master Planned Community wfi _ Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles, and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lem d Agency Contact listed below. Nritten comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. ,omments: t'ou may also indicate if ou would like to receive n e r hearings on the projec-i. If you wish to have a notice, ,Tease be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be availableatl ocal libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice tome at the following address: Name: 1� C � 1 HII / LIYAL rJk Address: f 3-5 3 l 13A LA Al !E 2 < City/State/ZIP: 7�� VUILAIA) ID LOT A ` 17� '_ead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form 6ki • Scoping Meeting C« •Community .sw17� 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: ----------------------------------------------------------- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: -------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form tg . .. aAera Master Planned Community ..,1 i Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment = . Zone Change (Specific Plan) Y Subdivision Maps LL . Grading Permits Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Y Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P./M. 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The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. ® Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project Plea a mail a notice to me at the following address: -/g�- Name: 11,09 iC Address: /.35 .✓� �lu %Z r c &C/0 C, City/State/ZIP:rrj Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community -- 1 - Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address:_ -- Name: - a Address: City/State/ZIP: r = -° = Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: 01 fir,• � a < .;.,.-,._ You may also indicate if you would like to receive noticesAor hearings on the project. If you wish to hati ve notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, 1 would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: _' ' 4 ` Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 -- Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: D ---------------------- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: 7x napAddress: City/State/ZIP: -------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: iA �4� JI) 1(-1 SD �rbw 11 CVL iA11� L�6ga i C vy QZt �Zl Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits _ Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M.�? Comments: �/(O d P/z cP �i%coo �i (I(L�Z��P Y na �C� Aza P&e' 5ZZ16' --------------- ;a Q,�jZUi� Lodi. �,vf �✓-rG�_��.-�,' 'z'�a" • ,jlcOD /�ariZ¢d a� CP�D You may also indicate if you. would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. - ® Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: - J � Name: //�. Gr<//JG�o 47&' Address:���fc� City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Issues conflicting the Rowland Heights Community General Plan ➢ How does this project address the Rowland Heights Community General Plan? ➢ How will the Rowland Unified School District accommodate nearly 2,100 new students? ➢ How is it possible to mitigate incremental traffic created by 3,600 additional houses? ➢ Has any consideration been given to the loss of recreation potential? ➢ Have you determined the cumulative effect of this construction as it relates to projects such as Alameda Corridor East? ➢ What will be done to provide increased county/state services - fire & police? Wildlife Issues ➢ How does this project address the protection of sensitive biological areas during and after construction? ➢ How can you mitigate the destruction of existing animal habitat? ➢ How can you avoid disruption of the existing Wildlife Corridor? ➢ What will be done to protect endangered species of animal and plant life during and after construction? Land and Geological Issues ➢ How will slope stability problems be addressed? ➢ What plans are there for soil structure analysis and geology? ➢ How detailed and reliable are maps of historical drilling sites, pipelines and other oilfield operations? ➢ What records are available concerning the historical chemical audit of business? ➢ What are the impacts of historical chemical practices (now in soil) on longevity of the new infrastructure? ➢ How many homes will be situated on the Whittier -Elsinore Fatat System? Ecological Issues ➢ What guarantees are there that oil field contamination will not occur during or after construction? ➢ How detailed and reliable are maps of historical drilling sites, pipelines and other oilfield operations? ➢ What records are available concerning the historical chemical audit of business? ➢ How reliable are these chemical records, given the fact that oilfield operations began in the 1800's? ➢ What kind of warranty willibe extended to new homeowners for any future problems with p6troleum- related problems? ➢ What are your specific plans for oak tree removal and replacement? ➢ How will remaining open space be maintained? Water Issues ➢ How will tests be conducted to determine existence of perchlorates? ➢ What assurance do you have concerning a 20-year guarantee to supply water to this development? ➢ What is your best management practice for handling sewage and waste water? ➢ What chemicals were used and stored in drilling operations anywhere on the property? ➢ How will groundwater status be evaluated in conjunction with flows and basin configurations? ➢ How will impacts be measured regarding increased impervious cover for the watershed? t CA �fe � I �9� A Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement :0) This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address:�Li `: r�G:� Name: Address: 2 r f:_h ,._-- , ' C) r� City/State/ZIP: 917W Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 - Required Approvals: . General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps Grading Permits -- • Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement Y 212003 3�G4CA v` PEA%wmi t?t-(atz This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. I offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. _® Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: i7 Name:f�� l it /i Address: /J / i i i 1�LrL�� City/State/ZIP:- Lead Agency Contact: Daryl,Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 fill I. Environmental \IJ JV L.i I VL.L� �q r Iry JL Significant Ecological o Habitat for endangered/sensitive species — deer, mountain lions, birds, (gnatcatcher), reptiles and aquatic species will be affected immediately. o Loss of important plants —heritage oaks, walnut, coastal sage scrub, A parian woodland, graising grasslands TALKING POINTS AGAINST AERA 5/8/03 • Provides connectivity to surrounding environmentally sensitive areas (Puente Hills Chino Park, gateway to Cleveland National Forest, Habitat Authority lands, ✓ Whittier Narrows) 2 11 o Proposed Corridor by AERA too small to ensure species migration �t • Fertilizers, Herbicides, Pesticides (on golf course, lawns) — o Urban runoff from the development and golf courses can affect the biological integrity of bodies of water (streams, groundwater) with unnatural flows and contaminants. This can affect both animals and people. • Increase in Emissions o Additional homes = increase in urban and automobile traffic (additional ozone, Nox and other pollutants = in an area listed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District as containing dangerous existing emissions levels)�� II. Sociological/Quality of Life • Traffic — o 3,600 new homes = 40,000 additional trips per day o many of the trips through Rowland Heights, and existing communities which have intersections graded by Caltrans at "F" o No additional open space to widen/expand existing traffic arteries Services — o Study indicates that So. Cal. Water supplies are decreasing o No indication that the site will be able to have adequate water supplies o Increase in number of people = less police, fire, public works, etc. per person within the community (DILUTION OF SERVICES) III. Rousing Will Not be Affordable IV. Proposed Density Change from Agricultural to Specific Plan not Necessitated = will not benefit surrounding communities Ls 0161 14 1 1 ( F e Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 -- Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. ® Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: � wp.•�1A, Name: k; j Address: LCity/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: �� d :� a",vv e_ S oy 1 C v"VL e 61 e� S. Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form �.Public Scoping i sLe Aera Master Planned Community L May 8, 200 -- Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • lan Zone Change (Specific P) Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, 1 would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: 1 �_� Name: � fF SC'1C 0 Ie ffCL Address: City/State/ZIP: CfA C12 VZ3 Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input r . �b�y . . Meeting \�� Aera Master Planned Community hi;� Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits Improvement Plans Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comment: -------------------------------- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The DR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. -- . Yes, 1 would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: n S n Name: J � 1 Address: City/State/ZIP:)Gr���/ 1� ------------------ Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community •fl - Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: r i vt S Ct rD �� wt r �l i5 M a V af C ;f You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notice for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: n \�� n b ll Name: ' tl Address: \ 2 Y ��ju % I tK City/State/ZIP: ��0 Lt�12 Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 .Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8; 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps Grading Permits Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: z/yu,0 of l J ( �J (L /✓ S You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on theme project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: �//!�' ��i i fs IN r��1 Address: �b City/State/ZIP: �i �Z, 7� Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 - Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps G Grading Permits - • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement - This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local noranes and the �ounry offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: �ings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following �/�/� �G �� ����i 00 ��i ctJc�C ��/ Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 cc rm /�y Public,. • Public Scoping Meeting ICFf{N►�S.iPlanned,Community r. �e4i116:7 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. ® Yes; I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: � 1 Name:` Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: t Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 20A3 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps - • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement O!" This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. ® Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: � -" • s. ; �'-y .r, Name: f "3t d 11 :'. 'r�;., 4J' Address: City/State/ZIP: r. _ `� { f s ,•'•, ' .°, --- - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - -- --- - - ------------- - -- - - - - -- - - - --------.. - -- Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning j'-,,,ep„e -.. 320 West Temple Street i „-f v E Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 a' Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 _ Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. -- • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: ' E, Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 bm Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 0, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP ------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment . Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement MD This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: fm LA S �e C,oI- i�, I �t-� (�t✓t � C L.b � O ril f 2«S ,f You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. - ® Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: ` II �J G cA k1 vl cN� � -e f rFrot 1�5 SDK � Address: PMen �L-I� ti � s �_ ^ P City/State/ZI P: I ��� r� V(J '^ �Lea gency Contact: ' Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form 0K Public Scoping Meeting .._,Ir4Aera Master Planned Community _Required Approvals: General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps Y Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement r IVED i MAY 13 20M ESI�NAL Pl ANNINO ( . COUNTY This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: 6 n �. S 1 LITJ 7j a� eC IBC S L I pfI U GolFCoolrse avid G-r�ev� helt f}�d �-o re�uc� �'lan���eant f �Gs You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: L�4 nne. lZohrpyt Z( ng LeV Address: 6,1& ��aVL®le I' cad City/State/ZIP: L.a. tlCpb{^a L1'-`�5 C(4 QQ(731'��(� Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 oF�, Public Input Forma fit, Public Scoping Meeting a a Aera Master Planned Community 0~' May 8, 2003 'r t4:.. p: . Required Approvals: � • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) t(}�' - • Subdivision Maps=ot IEUI'tC • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans Ct; • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. <no, c.EO.15 p MouT THE AURA uouiIN/s Rohl iatr D�venohr K�r. Alp .. • --..► -r 1 zwv _:.,► - - ■ ..are. - -Ito 'lip - s .. ► ►P is • �► ."-its ■ �. _ G� �-PIZ'-_-------- - ----------------- - You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your nameandfull address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. ® Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: ZCJ-I�¢D ziNsts�? Address: I br(. pc'-tAOL a Ro City/State/ZIP: LN)-1 244>ItS•,c1� ��G�r-8v1a Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Concerns about the Aera house and commercial building development The addition of thousands of vehicle trips to and from the project will impose serious hardships on not only surrounding communities but on all surface streets and freeways in the vicinity. The smog produced by those vehicles will contribute additional pollution to our atmosphere that is already at health hazard level. It is time for L.A. County and all Counties of Southern California to come to grips with the problem of over building, and protect the small amount of open space that is remaining. Water shortage is a serious problem and will become more acute with every additional development. Aera will use millions of gallons of water preparing the land for construction, and after the tract is completed, millions of gallons of water Will be used by the residents year after year. Zr .uAeo Z I Lu 1GGKaQ aLaRA. u M 14Tf. , C't' PublicPublic Input Form •• Aera Master Planned Community bi;% Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement "?Lr� This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: Uu{_ //rlW ai-eCrS s' C4 L/ -1-0 ,r��f f�i4.f \46L c=y e: 7 1 C n G_ t� Y'1^ i ?1(tNryi -�'� •r �'2� 1A L� � <`.�.; C :r//i e(� arn. U.,'s,tiC1 i_ 1 Prd�ih;rtrY /C'/'/A g � 'l al^t� P9 r�)O cs 17la L 010 Y'e. // o(1<E.� id dYel e q6?} of .� 7ti e. C of i� bi ' S ro Q You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comment You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings�n the p'�oject. If you wish to have a notice please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. _ Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 �e Public Input Form �,oro_ t� Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community .(.M: May 8, 2003 .�� ~ "� Required Approvals: Aye General Plan Amendment ' o Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans •' Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be cepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: Al+T� A0- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices fo earings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Section S /ndivialua/s May 8, 2003 Scop/ng Meeting Ora/ Comments CERTIFIED COPY TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS PUBLIC INPUT FORM PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING AERA MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY MAY 8, 2003 ROWLAND HEIGHTS, CALIFORNIA ul HCR HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. THE HUNTINGTON BUILDING, SUITE 100 1450 WEST COLORADO BLVD, PASADENA, CA 91105 Reported by: 626/792-6777 .323/268-5102 909/787-6777 MABEL HAYEK FAX 626/792-8710 C.S.R. No. 11815 E-Mail: reports@huntingtoncr.com Website: http://www.huntingtoner.com 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS PUBLIC INPUT FORM PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING AERA MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY MAY 8, 2003 ROWLAND HEIGHTS, CALIFORNIA HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. E 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 I N D E X NAME PAGE MICHAEL TARDIFF 3 YAN LI 4 BOB HENDERSON 5 RUSSELL BELL 7 INGRID BERNABE 8 CHRISTIAN COGDILL 9 GROVEUE ANDERSON 10 DAVID RODRIGUEZ 11 BEVERLY LEPAK 13 DYLAN HANNON 15 KAREN LANG-McNABB 15 HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Rowland Heights, California, Thursday, May 8, 2003 MR. MICHAEL TARDIFF: When will the ranchers be removed. They run the cattle. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: The project has a 15 to 20 year build out so as the project is developed, they will phase out the existing operations like THE oil operations and the RANCHERS. MR. MICHAEL TARDIFF: They could be around for 20 years or more. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: 15 to. 20 years on the site. MR. MICHAEL TARDIFF: What if the state buys the land? MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: That I don't know. I am the environmental consultant writing the environmental impact report. This addresses the impacts of the proposed project; that issue is kind of outside -- MR. MICHAEL TARDIFF: What do you think of the impact. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: My job is to access the impact, and the decision makers are going to decide if it outweighs the benefits. MR. MICHAEL TARDIFF: I'd like to state for the record I'm against this project and the land should be purchased by the state, and the ranchers kicked out HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 immediately. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Okay. Thank you. MR. YAN LI: I am against the project. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Are there any specific issues you would like to see addressed in the EIR. Your issue is that change in landviews from agriculture to oil production to urban development -- that is one issue that we will analyze. MS. YAN LI: Again, some of my neighbors seem to feel that an increase in high income housing will somehow benefit the local school system. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Well, I mean fiscal impacts are not an issue addressed by the California environment quality act, but typically what counties try to do is have projects that are of a fiscal benefit. MR. MICHAEL TARDIFF: Maybe I missed it, but they didn't state that they want to build houses and what price rank those houses are. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: It would be arranged housing. It would be types that you would have even some attached housing in the mixed use sites. MS. YAN LI: Okay. The Median process. It would be very similar to the Vista Del Verde development in Yorba Linda. I don't know if you have seen that but there are homes that rank from $300,000 to 1.5 HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 million. So it would cover the spectrum. I'm not talking about average sort them by price and how much is that going to cost. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Again, it's not an environmental issue but our job -- MS. YAN LI: I don't know that just by your dealings you wouldn't happen to have some information. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: I mean if the homes were built today at today's prices the homes would probably average six to seven hundred thousand. MS. YAN LI: That is what they want and there is no benefit. Tell everyone that follows it's not true if they believe that. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: All right. Thank you. MR. BOB HENDERSON: I'd like to see the report explain the significance of the major drainages to wild life survival and especially drainages at 26 through 34. And drainages 6, 14, and 12. Both as to their support for wild life and for secondary movement areas across the property. The second thing is I'd like an analysis of the wild life usage of the area south of the proposed development which I believe is referred to as a plan which is the western housing development site. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: That would be planning area one here. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. E 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 MR. BOB HENDERSON: I'm talking about this area here in particular. In particular whether or not it would end,up serving as wild life or as a protected area. As protected area for wild life movement in particular -- also, whether one could be so that it would create a continuous segment of open space in the area adjacent to the movement that is proposed. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: SO you would like to see this development deleted. MR. BOB HENDERSON: Either deleted or relocated, for example, down here so you have contiguous habitant and not fragmented habitat. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: All right. MR. BOB HENDERSON: Along those same lines the analysis and the importance of maintaining open space in contiguous blocks and not creating isolated habitat that might not serve a purpose in the either the movement or the survivability of the animals on site. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: All right. MR. BOB HENDERSON: Finally, I'd like to see analysis looking at the regional significance of the habitat so that in lining with the county's new sea study that this wild reflect the cumulative benefits of large contiguous open space area and it's survivability of animals. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: I have one question TO WHAT HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 YOU ARE REFERRING TO when you refer to the drainage areas? MR. BOB HENDERSON: That is from the wild life resource management program. Biological analysis, IN fact, from the L.A. county of significant biological areas, d6, 14 and 12 are out of the big canyon areas here, right down in here. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Here is an aerial. I think this is d14 AND d12. These are major drainage areas down through here. Okay. Thank you. MR. RUSSELL BELL: I am President of Rowland Heights community coordinating counsel. I'd like to see a report on how any of this project can be coirmmenced without significance damage to the quality of life of the people surrounding the project in terms of anything you want to talk about -- lack of open space, lack of view, traffic. I'd like to see, for example, is there a study on the impact of the narrow corridor -- as they are proposing as the wild life through the development. It's here. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Actually, their line went through here. It's one small canyon; that is like making animals go on the sidewalk. How are they going to provide corridors for the animals around these roads that they are proposing through and around this development and what impact those will have for the movement of wild life through the project. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 I'd like to see a report on how they will obtain water for the residents of this project without taking any away from me. Given the fact that California is losing about 17 percent of it's current water supply from the Colorado river. We haven't had adequate water storage for years. Anyway, I think that is going to be four hundred other things, but I will write them down. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Okay. Thank you. MS. INGRID BERNABE: Mainly, I am concerned about this project that they are working on because of the impact it will have on our traffic. The 57 is a mess as it is now. So is tunic canyon. If you have ever traveled along there during traffic time, it's awful. How it will affect the surrounding areas because every single area that has to do with this project is already over populated, over traffic, over commercialized, over everything. How this will affect our already bad air? We already live in a very small centered area. How about our water? I am very concerned about the water. How it will affect the water? I know it made wonderful scientists, but I cannot comment on that, but it doesn't take an einstein to figure out what is happening water quality is one of the issues that we have to address in the EIR. MS. BERNABE: The wild life is one of the last areas AROUND. I have viewed the video tape by the Sierra HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Club. You can't tell a wild animal, hey, there is a red light you have to stop; that is silly. You cannot say the wile life can GO. We have lost it already. We have lost plants. I already mentioned before I lived here since 1961, I have seen the area change from good to bad to worst. So anyways, I would like to see the land to be preserved. If it's possible, maybe this state can purchase some of it. I know there is no money. I go out to collect if I can to purchase some land to keep it for our children. We live in an urban area that is, you know, you can't go from here to here anymore. It takes you five hours to get to the city. So let's keep some land for us. As far as I am concerned, oil companies have enough. Why ruin more land and then for the rest of the comment, I will make them in writing, and I leave them with the people over there. Otherwise, I am going to go on and on and on. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: All right. Thank you very much. MS. BERNABE: Thank you do a good job there. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Next, MR, CHRISTIAN COGDILL: The cost of living in California is so high. I don't believe that we can afford to pay a lot more for water. I think water is one of the major things that has to be looked into. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Right. We'll have to complete a water supply analysis as Far the environmental impact report. MR. CHRISTIAN COGDILL: The other thing is that traffic is so bad now. It's just incredible so I feel due to the traffic and the water shortage, we cannot afford to do this. We have to sell the land to some of the environmentalist groups or whoever is willing to put up the money; that is all I have to say. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Okay. Thank you. Next MRS. GROVEUE ANDERSON: I do belong to many organizations. I will put the 2711; that is an avenue in Rowland Heights, and the phone number is area code (626) 964-1301. My husband was Dean who was Chairman for Rowland Heights. He passed away and I am trying to carry on with his projects. One of them was trying to keep the zoning. I noticed a total gridlock of open road most of the time on the 57 freeway from the portion for this project meeting. When we get to that area, it is gridlock on the 57. They are talking about having two accesses. It is open over at Fullerton Road, Harbor Boulevard over that area. It has to affect Pathfinder and it is total gridlock on both roads. I don't know how they can get out -- and the other way to THE 60 -- I feel that it's as bad as IT'S getting. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 My private road stops there in going up the hill, and I feel that we have lowered that by -- I don't know how much percent from what they really wanted. It's still it's too much. But at least this number of homes in that small reresidential area doesn't give really anyone fresh area. They should have a minimum of acre per 10 homes minimum. Anyway, no more. That is my main concern now. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Okay. Thank you. Next. MR. DAVID RODRIGUEZ: I guess in reading the notice of preparation, I guess THERE are certain areas that they essentially laid out, hazard services resources, water, air quality. I thought it was very important to know that all those areas were marked as having significant adverse impacts. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Potentially significant adverse impacts. MR. DAVID RODRIGUEZ: I guess in it is current proposal. I guess I just laid out for my concerns environmental, sociological quality of life, housing and project density and to touch upon environmental areas within a significant ecological area -- it's a habitat for endangered species deer, mountain lions, birds, reptiles and, aquatic SPECIES. They will be adverse TO the project. THE PROJECT fully develops it out to not maintain enough open space for these species. HUNTINGTON COURT REPOR^lERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 There also would be a loss of important plants, heritage oaks, walnut, coastal sage brush, and grasslands; and as part of that this project falling within this significant ecological area, it serves as sort of a corridor to these surrounding areas -- EIR acknowledges that. I think the area owned by the habitat authority to the Puente Hills, it also has connectivity to the both areas; and that would essentially be destroyed by developing because the proposed corridor that EIR is proposing now is not wide enough for these animals and different species. I also wanted to say that I guess EIR indicated that a good part of the project would be developed into park land and also a gulf course. I think a concern is the fertilizers and herbicide and pesticides will cause urban run off from the development which could affect the biological integrity including the steam and water; that will affect any of the animal and people. One of the other things that I saw pointed out in the notice of preparation is a concern by south coast area quality management district. The aq and d has already designated the south coast area as containing danger ignition levels. The greenhouse, ozone levels, and the project or any increase number in homes especially 4600 hundred homes will increase these existing danger levels of. As far as quality of life the 4600 hundred homes HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION SNC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 would add actually cause -- what 40 thousand additional traffic trips a day and essentially, I think, that the study prepared by Caltrans for Rowland Heights and by the county, has already shown that most of the intersection Fullerton, Colima, Brea Canyon cut off and Nogales structures. There is no indication by EIR that they are purchasing the land to expand these arteries. I guess the more people we have the less county officials that we have devoted the police, fire, public works per person; that is essentially a delusion of our services. Also, regarding the water supplies, I think there was a study that came out recently that indicated that essentially southern California was going to have difficulty in the future maintaining existing levels of water supply with 4600 new homes and countless number of people. I don't think we will have the water capacity. EIR also has indicated that this housing will be affordable. I am a member of the Rowland Heights boarding counsel, and also the Puente hills authority. Anything that they indicated of this proposed housing would be anything less than $500,000 which doesn't seem like affordable housing. Thank you very much. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Okay. Thank you. MS. BEVERLY LEPAK: This process here, I didn't quite understand. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Right now we are the notice of preparation has been released and that kicks off the environmental review process so what we are looking from the public is issues that you would like to see addressed in the upcoming Environmental Impact Report. So any of your concerns, you know, traffic, biology, that is what we would like to know. MS. BEVERLY LEPAK: My first concern is certainly traffic. I got tired of driving through the 57 in the morning southbound. My concerns are probably really not -- my concerns are more botanical. It is oak and native walnut in the woodland area. There are not too many of those areas left. And they are talking about regeneration is not the same as preservation. It is introducing species that are not indigenous to that area. Also, we are talking about golf course being open space. It's not really open space. It's high water usage and pesticide that ends up in the water. I am concerned about the consideration of low cost housing. I don't know how much low cost houses is. It is certainly the animals I am really concerned about -- species not being able to travel back and forth. I tried to rescue a deer this summer, and didn't get the help right away and unfortunately it died. My main concern is the botanical aspect of it; that is my main concern the botanical aspect as well as the over population HUN^lINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 in this area. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Okay. Thank you. MR. DYLAN HANNON: I have several concerns. One is by the presentation given, is the restoration as equivalent to some of the areas that are there already? I have been involved in restoration work and the quality. It generally doesn't ever reach quite to original conditions, and you know, it's a complicated subject. The second concern I have was the walnut trees because the walnuts on the site is just visible from the 57 is the greatest assets. The walnut woodlands I would say are rare. There are not too many places in Southern California that you could find them; and that is only in California. And right in the Puente Hills going back to a report. That is an extremely significant resource even though some of the published protocol and laws involving protected trees usually are talking about oaks. They rarely talk about walnuts. So I think the walnuts are really important. The rest was almost exotic grass and only by chance we found that little spot. It has been grazed for so long. I guess that is all about all I have. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: All right. Thank you. MR. DYLAN HANNON: Thank you so much. MS. KAREN LANG-McNABB: My concern is that we need this open land and open space to make the length between HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Whittier Hills, Chino Hills and Coyote Hills to keep wild life having access to the forest and lands that we have protected as National Forest -- Cleveland National Forest. There is also Chino Hills State Park; that is not really a large area; that is really a place for the woodland animals to go back to and replenish their gene pools the coyotes come here and go down the drainage canals and the gnatcatchers. So we need to keep that link open, and even I'm surprised while there is land left, there is no sensitivity to that for making in that plan for making a linkage for animals to go from one side to the other. They are proposing a wild life movement corridor through this area and this is that canyon. It goes through here. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Right, but it connects. There is an open space dedication in that plan and further on it connects with Chino Hills State Park. MS. KAREN LANG-McNABB: That is good, but I will tell you we have enough traffic now and enough congestion. We will fight it to the end just so you know. You guys come in and you want to place the stuff there, and it looks like a nice plan. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: I am not the developer. I am just writing the Environmental Impact Report. (The proceedings were concluded.) HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIP^LION INC. 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) SS. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) I, MABEL HAYEK, C.S.R. No. 11815, a Certified Shorthand Reporter in and for the county of Los Angeles, state of California, do hereby certify: That said Transcript of Proceedings was taken before me at the time and place therein set forth and was taken down by me in shorthand and thereafter was transcribed into typewriting under my direction and supervision, and I hereby certify the foregoing transcript is full, true and correct of my shorthand notes so taken. I further certify that I am neither counsel for nor related to any party to said action nor in any way interested in the outcome thereof. In WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name this 21st day of May, 2003, MABEL HAYEK HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 17 TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 8, 2003 Rowland Heights, California REPORTED BY ANN BONNETTE-SMITH CSR No. 6801 HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. THE HUNTINGTON BUILDING, SUITE 100 1450 WEST COLORADO BLVD, PASADENA, CA 91105 626/792-6777 323/268-5102 909/787-6777 FAX 626/792-8710 E-Mail: hcrdepo@huntingtoncr.com Website: http://www.huntingtoner.com HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 I N D E X � NAME PAGE 3 SUSAN RICHARDSON 3 � ROBERT RICHARDSON 4 i JOANNE TAGLIAFERRI 5 i GREG TAGLIAFERRI 6 7 MICHAEL POPOVEC 6, 20 3 NEIL KELLEY � 3 JUDITH ENNIS 8 MICHAEL HUGHES 9 L RICHARD ZINSLEY 10 LYNN ZINLEY 11 3 RICHARD TOSCANO 12 & DIANE DONNELLY 13 � RENEE STEFANOFFI 14 S JOHN ICHAVIRA 15 7 TAWNY ZHANG 16 3 JACKIE KILMERE 1� 3 LINDA LOHMAN 18 DAMES ELLISON 19 L STEPHEN KO 20 LUIS ALVA 21 3 PHILIP SMITH 22 HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 2 Rowland Heights, California, Thursday, May 8, 2003 2 3 MS. SUSAN RICHARDSON: Susan Richardson. I'm very 4 concerned about the local traffic in this area. People race 5 around like idiots. We don't have enough police enforcing it 6 right now, and you're going to stick more homes. 7 The quality of life is going to continue to 8 deteriorate, and I think that the people that live here and 9 have tried to make this a better place should deserve the 10� kind of life we have been working for, that this kind of 11 crap -- I can't go to the mall on Saturday. We have to race 12 down there, be standing there when the doors open, racing in 13 to get what we want, and race home because traffic is terrible. It is awful. 15� Before, I think, people have the right to just 16� build homes and get as much money as they can and run away 17 from the situation, they need to consider how this affects 18 people's lives.. First off, I think if they're going to build 19 homes, they should build way less homes and have more space 201 in between them. 21 I think they should build more highways, and I 22 think they should build more schools. We need more schools 23 in this area. We need a bigger sewer system. We need a lot 24) of things here. Most of us are kind of getting by with the 25' way life is here. We need things to improve. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 3 1 Where are the police? Every day, people race 2 around. They act like this is a drag strip. There are 3 little children out there, and I don't see any policemen. People run our stop signs every day. This is no policemen enforcing that. There is none. So I would like to know about all of this. You know, I would like to see the life here for the people that -. 8 live here get better, not worse. 9 That is what I have to say. 10 MR. ROBERT RICHARDSON: I'm Robert Richardson. 11 I guess my wife kind of addressed the perpetual 12 gridlock we have around here. 13 I would like to say I'm a certified Hazmat supervisor. I have not yet seen remediation of an oil field 15� that has been successful. Look at L.A. City and their 16 school. If you look at Beverly Hills, they are in for a 17 world of hurt right now. 18 We had some friends that moved into a tract of 19� homes that were built in Orange County on a facility I used 20 to work in. We went to visit them, and they asked me why 21 they couldn't grow anything in their yard. 22 Now, they spent years trying to remediate that 23 site. And I told them exactly why, because the oil that is 24 underground is bubbling up into the yard, and they can't grow 25 grass or anything else, and that is exactly what is going to HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 4 1 happen over here. You had 100 years of oil fields here, and 2 they are not going to be able to clean it up. 3 L.A. County could not address the quality of life 4 or anything else. -- 5 Homes, after the tax burden, they don't raise taxes 6 for the County. They cost more than they raise for the 7 County. We don't need more people. We need to clean this 8 mess up. -- 9 The County goes around Rowland Heights here cutting 10 out trees all the time, and at the same time they don't plant 11 more to help combat the air pollution. More homes means more 12 air pollution. 13 Thank you. 14 MS. JOANNE TAGLIAFERRI: Joanne Tagliafferi, Brea. 15 We live in L.A. County, next to Brea. Since 1974, 16 we have been in the same house. You cannot tell wildlife 17 where to live. The power lines of Edison Company was never 18 addressed. Berry also already is heavily congested. And we 19 use that as a shortcut to get to the 57 or to Harbor 20 Boulevard. And the street access that is on the map, it is 21 not possible at all for the amount of people and the houses, 22 and I think this should be left as it is. 23 The oil fields and the high tension wires is a 24 concern. We are the last street -- the last house on the 25 last cul-de-sac defined. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 5 3 1 1 1 1 17 18 1: 2C 21 22 23 29 2� Police and fire protection, we have already had problems that way, and it will not improve our life whatsoever. We want to help and support progress, but this is not progress. MR. GREG TAGLIAFERRI: I believe the whole area should be purchased with State funds and turned into an open area park. MR. MICHAEL POPOVEC: My name is Michael Popover. And I have a couple of issues that I would like to talk to you about, especially some of them are already addressed. What records are available concerning the historical chemical audit of business; in other words, how reliable are these chemical records given the fact that the oil field operation began in the 1800s? Also, what kind of warranty will be extended new homeowners for any future problems with petroleum -related problems? I want to find out what guarantees are there that oil field contamination will not occur during or after construction. With regard to water issues, how are tests going to be conducted to determine the existence of percholorates? And what assurance is there that any of us have that there's going to be a guaranteed 20-year water supply for this HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 6 development, or any other? We also need to know what the best management 3 practice is for handling sewer and waste water. 4 We would also like to know what chemicals were used 5 and stored in drilling operations anywhere on the property. 6 With regard to the wildlife issues, how does the project address protection of sensitive biological issues during and after construction, and how do we mitigate the destruction of existing animal habitat? 10 How can we avoid disruption of the existing 11 wildlife corridor? You can't expect these animals to follow 12 signs through a narrow sidewalk whereas right now they have a 13 corridor that is wide, it's extensive, and it is a great 14 habitat. 15 Finally, how does this project address the Rowland 16 Heights' community general plan? 17 How will Rowland Unified School District 18 accommodate nearly 2100 new students, and how is this 19 possible to mitigate new traffic created by 3600 additional 20 houses? 21 What will be done to provide increased County and 22 State services, especially fire and police? 23 And that does it. Thank you. 24 MR. VEIL KELLEY: Neil Kelley. 25 I just want to ask "why"? Why is it that an idea, HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 7 1 which is obviously unpopular as this, why does it have to 2 even come up? Why do the supervisors of the County of Orange 3 or Los Angeles have some obligation to the property owners to 4 increase the value of their property by rezoning? Why do 5 they have an obligation to developers who want to develop the 6 property? 7 I would suggest that I don't think they have such 8 an obligation. I hope they don't have such an obligation. 9 If they do nothing else, if they can't persuade the 10 oil companies to make the land available for public land or 11 parks, that they let them go ahead and develop it 12 agriculturally. Put in orange groves or avocado groves or 13 vineyards; that would be nice. 14 I want to know why it is felt that it must be 15� changed. 16I Thank you. 17 MS. JUDITH ENNIS: Judith Ennis. What is the cost of affordable housing in the development for those people who currently have to travel the 20� 60 Freeway long distances to the east for affordable housing? What is the impact of additional school children of 22 junior and high school age on the surrounding communities? 23 Do you plan to construct new junior and new high 24 schools to accommodate the expected increase of students? 25� The three access roads to this large development HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 8 are likely be gridlocked during a fire or earthquake of people departing. 3 What mitigation do you anticipate in the design of 4 the road system to alleviate this safety concern? -- 5 For example, the adjacent hillside city of 6 La Habra Heights has about 16 entrances and has half the number of houses proposed for the AERA development. Please provide a project plan without an exit point 91 on Harbor Boulevard. 10 Please provide a project plan without a continuous 11 east -west road connection from the 57 Freeway to Harbor 121 Boulevard: 13� Please provide a project plan with one exit point to the 57 Freeway. 15 MR. MICHAEL HUGHES: Michael Hughes. 16 I am the president of the Hacienda Heights 17 Improvement Association. I wanted to touch on three short 18 things. 19� First off, the board of directors of the HHIA did 20 vote unanimously to oppose this development altogether. 21 Hacienda Heights has lived with our landfill for 22 30 years, and as part of the mitigation that was promised to 23 Hacienda Heights is the Puente Hills Native Habitat 24� Preservation Authority. A dollar a ton has gone into a fund 25� to preserve our open space, our wilderness. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 9 1 i 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 If this development were to go in as proposed, it will sever that wildlife corridor, and it will render our section of the wilderness a nonviable wildlife property. The other thing I want to mention is traffic on Colima is going to be absolutely -- it is untenable now. It is going to be completely undriveable if these additional homes are allowed to go in. I want to remind Regional Planning that this company, is AERA Energy. The State of California has already had its dealings with energy companies, and we got worked over pretty good for several billion dollars through our friends at Enron, and I hope Regional Plan remembers these people have no ethics; they have no morales. They are interested in the quarter's profit. They will lie, they will cheat, they will deceive, they will do whatever they have to do to get this project in and for Regional Planning to please look at everything they present with a jaundiced eye. I expect more protection from Regional Planning than we got from the State of California. Thank you. MR. RICHARD ZINSLEY: Richard Zinsley. Some of my concerns are -- and I imagine many people have mentioned this -- the tremendous hardships that are going to be imposed upon the surrounding communities by the increase in traffic flow around those cities. It is HUNTINGTON COIIRT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 10 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 going to be a tremendous problem for everyone. Secondly, we are always in a drought situation. And they are going to use literally millions of gallons of water in their construction as far as their excavating and that. And then, when the homes are built, millions more gallons of water are going to be used, and I would like to know where that is going to come from. How can California possibly avoid a problem when we are often in a drought situation now, and will it cause a hardship on the surrounding communities and Southern California in general? That is one of my big, big concerns. Of course, one of my great concerns is the threat to the wildlife and to the native vegetation as they tear up that entire area, and they will. I have been on that property, and where they are going to build their homes, they are going to destroy many, many beautiful old native trees -- walnut and oak -- and the habitat for the animals. And the explanation and draft of the wildlife corridor to the property is completely bogus. I have been there, and it will virtually block the animals' passage in the wildlife corridor. It will be bottle neck in the corridor, a cork in the bottle. Those are my concerns. Thanks. MS. LYNN ZINSLEY: My name is Lynn Zinsley, and my biggest concern is, we have been to the presentation, HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 11 whenever it was, about a year and a half ago in La Habra Heights, and at that time the map showed this little red blob that was going to be this shopping center area down in Tonner Canyon. I was very distressed with it then because that is -- 5 where the animals are supposed to go through. They said 6 something at that time that our animals don't sleep, they don't need lines. Cars will be driving into the area, and that is supposed to be this underpass to get underneath the 57 Freeway. 11 Today, I sit here, and I look at these new 12 diagrams, and that little red blob that was supposed to be 13 the commerical area is about twice the size when I last looked at it, and I'm very concerned with what they are doing with that. 16) I'm very concerned about the water and the 17 appalling traffic. Coming here today, you take your life 18 into your hands to get across Fullerton Road. With the 3600 19 homes and increased traffic, we're going to have to stay at 20� home. We won't be able to get out. The traffic, the animals 21 and the shopping center are all major concerns. 22 MR. RICHARD TOSCANO: Richard Toscano. 23 One of the issues that I have is over 2000 homes 24 are going to be able to come out of three axis areas. And if 25 you multiply and assume every home has more than one car, HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 12 which is conceivable, how are all these residents of this area going to be able to come out with a good flow, with a good merge into the Harbor Boulevard and the 57 Freeway? But major concern is the Harbor area where it is very difficult to come out from the west side of La Habra Heights on to Harbor with traffic coming down the hill from the north side down. It is a very dangerous intersection. The light turns green, cars come down there extremely fast, and I think it is very dangerous area. 10 I would like the AERA project people to address 11 what studies they have had or what models they are using to 121 address this issue. 13 Thank you. 14 MS. DIANE DONNELLY: Diane Donnelly of LaHabra Heights. 15 The concerns I have are, of course, the wildlife 16 corridor. It's not making sense to me quite yet why we need 17 to develop that land. I know they're trying to make it look 18 like we are having some preservation of the open space so 19 that the animals will still travel where we live. We're 20 right backed up to the wildlife corridor on the west side of 21 Harbor. 22 So our concern is the quality of life that we have 23 that we live with the rural setting. It would become 24 limited, and I what to know what studies are being done, how 25I can they assure us we would still see all the deer, raccoon, HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 13 coyotes, everything that is in the wildlife? It will be impacted if 3600 homes goes in, and how many people will live in those homes? The second one is also having to do with the flow 5 of traffic right now. That Harbor intersection -- a lot or 6 people avoid Harbor and cut through La Habra Heights on the 7 east road. we want to know what impact study can be done to 8 find out how much more traffic would that create which would be between Harbor as an escape route for all those cars that 10 are coming through. 11 Appreciate your time. Thank you. 12 MS. RENEE STEFANOFFI: I'm Renee Stefanoffi. I am here 13 regarding the proposed plan. There are a few objections that 14 I have. 15 One is the traffic study. I know they had to do 16 one, but Shay Homes, when they built the homes off of 17 Fullerton Road, which they keep calling Harbor -- when they 18 did their impact traffic study for Fullerton Road and the 19 Colima area near the 60 Freeway, it was considered gridlock 20 then. We have gridlock today without an additional 3600 21 homes being built. To get down Colima Road from Paso Real to 22 Fullerton, there are times of the day that it takes 30 23 minutes. That is going approximately a mile. It should not 24 take you that long today. It takes you that long today. 25 There is nothing addressed regarding where the HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 14 children will go to school. We don't know how the schools 2I are going to be impacted. 3 They talk about a wildlife area. Just a month ago I was driving down Pathfinder Road, and a deer crossed a four -lane street. Now, this is not going to be very far from where they are going to come and abut up to this area. Where are the deer going to go? They're jumping over the road now. 9 What are they going to do when you start putting bulldozers 10 and everything else on there? They have nowhere else to go. 11 The 57 Freeway is already a nightmare going to work 12 in the morning and coming home in the evening. You are going 13 to be adding more people onto that road, or the 60, and the 14 60 is just as bad. We don't need this many homes in this 15� area. We have sufficient homes for the people in this area 16 Thank you. 17 JOHN ICHAVIRA: My name is John Ichavira. I have a 18 statement here. 19 The proposed AERA-Shell-Exxon-Mobil-3600-tract-home 20 development is an ecological, environmental and health 21 catastrophe, if enacted. The proposal is faulty on many 22 counts, among them the fact that the land lies directly above 23 a 7.0 magnitude earthquake fault. 24� The soil has been contaminated for decades by 25� continuous and ongoing oil drilling and pesticide use. The HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, TNC. 15 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 resultant urban sprawl would be a perpetual blight and detriment to the quality of life of neighboring communities and perhaps, more significantly, would violate the federal endangered species act by destroying one of the few remaining. nesting sites for for the endangered California gnatcatcher and eliminate sufficient shelter and cover for the imperiled coast horned lizard and other species. Also of significance is that the AERA proposal will effectively sever the Puente Hills -Chino Hills wildlife corridor, given the fact that there already exists to the immediate north of the property an extensive, high -density housing development, Vantage Point Homes, smack in the middle of the wildlife corridor on both sides of Harbor Boulevard. The proposed AERA development would be the final plug ending this trickle of life. I have had deer on my property often in the past year. The severing of this corridor will effectively end their existence by eliminating biological and genetic diversity among the species. End of my statement. MS. TAWNY ZHANG: My name is Tawny Zhang. 21 What I'm interested in is two things. First of 22 all, the transportation. I see the current roads coming out, 23 but I wanted to find out if there's more study to be done, 24 more alternatives in terms of getting convenient 25� transportation, and also I want to know if there is any study HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 16 1 1 1 1 20 21 22 23 24 25 on getting more schools, elementary schools as well as high school. There will be 3600 more homes in that area. That is all MS. JACKIE KILMERE: Thank you. Jackie Kilmer. We have lived here 35 years, and one of the reasons we moved here was because of the semi -rural nature of the community. Now, admittedly, it has changed. There's nothing you can do about this. We fought this battle some 15 to 20 years ago when we established the general plan that was filed, and we were told by everyone "It is yours, set in cement." Joke. It disturbs me a great deal that they are ready to discard that plan. There's nothing wrong with it. Even though a lot of new homes were built up along Pathfinder, the developer built -- they were able to preserve some drainage canyons that would otherwise have been simply filled in with dirt. We were able to preserve some trees that otherwise would have been gone. And they kept the canyon open. My husband is a bicycle rider, and he rides up behind Schabarum Park. He has seen deer, all kinds of coyotes and rabbits, the footprint of a bobcat up there who comes in for about two or three weeks -- I guess he gets full and then leaves; he must live in Chino -- his footprint until the winter. It would be tragic to lose that. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 17 The traffic -- everyone knows what traffic is like in this area. All you have to do is come here on a Sunday afternoon. You know that. Any day in the morning or late afternoon it is horrendous. -- 5 Most places don't have sufficient parking. The 6 parks are packed on weekends. 7 The school district is, as far as I know, and I was 8 president of the teachers union for four years -- I retired 9 in the year 2000 -- the schools are pretty full. If you look 10 around, there are portable classrooms on every school in this 11 district. I don't know what they will do with that many more 12 students besides collect the taxes from the builder, which 13� they never collect enough. 14 We need the open space, we need the greenness, or 15 the golden, depending on the time of year. We need to keep 16 Rowland Heights' community general plan the way it is right 171 now. Thank you. MS. LINDA LOHMAN: Linda Lohman. 20 Just a concern on the traffic. It is just 21 unbearable trying to get to work on the Pomona Freeway. By 22 looking at what they talked about tonight, everybody is going 23 to be going over to Harbor or the Fullerton Road trying to 24 get on to the Pomona Freeway. They can't do it. Anybody who 25 drives on that road knows you can't. I don't know what that HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 18 1 developer is trying to do. 2 Our schools are already impacted. There are 3 portables everywhere. Luckily, my children have all __ 4 graduated, but, you know, I already know what is going on as 5 a teacher for 30-some-years. We just can't handle more 6 students. I don't know what he plans to do. He didn't hardly mention the idea of the schools. And I have lived here, and I came here because I 9 wanted green hills, and slowly and surely the developers are 10 taking them over. Even when our homes were built here in 11 1968, we were told we would have a park on our corner by the 12 developer. That park never came. I can't believe what they 13 say. Sorry. And I really expected more out of tonight's 14� meeting. 15I Thank you. 16 MR. JAMES ELLISON: James Ellison. 17 Who cares about the grasslands in the valley where 18 they are going to build all the homes? The insects, the 19 mice, the rabbits, et cetera. 20 You destroy that vast population, plowing them 21 alive into the ground, and the meat eaters have lost their 22� food. Without that base of food, the meat eaters who live in 23 the forest areas they are going to set aside, where will they 24 turn for food? The pets of all those new homeowners. 25 What are those new homeowners going to do? They HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 19 1 are going to poison, trap, shoot all those animals. It is 2 going to be a total devastation to the wildlife. 3 Who cares that our wildlife is gone? We better all 4 care because we share this earth. Without all of them, we're =- 5 dead in a generation or two, too. 6 Thank you. 7 MR. STEPHEN KO: Stephen Ko. 8 I am against this project. Right now it is already 9 too crowded. If more houses, then that traffic will add more 10 crowding. And also for the school right now, each school 11 already has too many students. If you add more houses, that 12 means that more students in one school so that is also no good for the students' education. These are two major items I am concerned about. 15 Thank you. 16 MR. MICHAEL POPOVEK: I'm back. Michael Popovek. I 17 forgot to mention one thing. 18 During the presentation, there was a hint that the 19 density of the homes was slightly less than one acre per 20 home, and that's totally false, and I would hate to see any 21� reference to the environmental impact report that would even 22� suggest that these homes aren't going to be built right next 231 to each other. 24 Secondly, there was also a suggestion or concern 25 about a traffic study that should be done, and I am aware HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 20 that there is, in fact, a gentleman that gave the presentation works as a traffic consultant that has been hired by AERA, and they are, in fact, doing a traffic study. Coincidentally, a traffic study has already been commissioned and published. It was commissioned by Supervisor Knabe's office for his entire Fourth District, and there's not a single intersection that has a service level that is better than "D" or "F." 9 And, you know, there's absolutely no way that this 10 project can do anything to mitigate what is already a bad 11 situation, unless, of course, they create a car pool lane 12 down Colima, or the rest of us are going to have to car pool 13 to do our grocery shopping at Stater Bros. 14 Thank you. 15 MR. LUIS ALVA: My name is Luis Alva. I'm a resident 16 here in Rowland Heights. I have lived here for 38 years. 17 Our streets are getting impossible to drive on, 18 very crowded. And many of us have to drive over the hills 19 here to La Habra in order to buy the things that we need to 20 because to drive through Rowland Heights is impossible, and 21 the additional, more houses and cars, really creates a 22 hardship on all of us here as it is. 23� And also for the safety of our children and other 24 families, it would be best to leave it as it is. And the 25 beauty of our hills are so beautiful. To have them scarred HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 21 1 with more homes and roads and so on, that will take the 2 beauty away. There's only a little bit that we have left. 3 Thank you very much. 4 MR. PHILIP SMITH: My name is Philip C. Smith. 5 I live on Pepperdale Drive in Rowland Heights. And 6 it appears that the top end of Pepperdale Drive runs right to 7 the property. And I am concerned that if any ties are made 8 at that point, I mean, the map shows, you know, major 9 accesses going out to the 57 or to Fullerton Road, but if a 10 street is tied to Pepperdale, that is going to wind up as an 11 informal route for a lot of traffic coming down my 12 residential street to get to restaurants and businesses in 13 Rowland Heights, or to the 60 Freeway through that route. 14 And so I really need to know what they are going to 15 do to the top end of Pepperdale Drive at that point. And I 16 would certainly be opposed to any tie to the property. 17 Okay. Is that clear? Thank you. lg (The proceedings were adjourned.) 19 -000- 20 21 22 2 HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, IIQC. 22 1 20 21 22 23 24 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) ss. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) I, ANN BONNETTE-SMITH, C.S.R. No. 6108, do hereby certify: That said Transcript of Proceedings was taken before me at the time and place therein set forth and was taken down by me in shorthand and thereafter was transcribed into typewriting under my direction and supervision, and I hereby certify the foregoing transcript is a full, true and correct transcript of my shorthand notes so taken. I further certify that I am neither counsel for nor related to any party to said action, nor in any way interested in the outcome thereof. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name �� y, ��, this � day of U ��`�- 2003. 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The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Marg K nletesK/ Address: I80OO � • Qrtcci / 4PIV-6 W� f City/State/ZIP: /ZOw lanl /&% kls esA 773 Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form eEPublic Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 15, 2003" Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) -- • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003,t 5:00 P.M, 2 0 ) ��e--li--e��� s ents: Comm;q fh 1 1 `5 �i9(t t U` Z� 1 1"btioo ct 191 ' 17ii( CL' I L Z �Ct. 4v IoS 5'1i��'�JCLC You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: hearings on the project. Please 4 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 a notice to me at the following r' Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 15, 2003 Required Approvals: _ _ General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: h Cvna'r�t� 0cc9 r�� �P1p owe! Fri ✓I [�J r�wF�dO hge✓I T You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: A Address: City/State/ZIP: --------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: nhe1,' I4ynBr- 12327 I�ony/✓ �✓ lerr��� Co� P,er G% 10 GO( Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting p�Aera Master Planned Community Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: _ 1�oM�s r34N6� ���OOPZ %LvtG, r N TH f- /L, e.Tf! / LLS S At- eT oN rs Y2a�a�=c�i wr iNr s r �f`SpJrgC°f`E� W1L� >t1j59�,i=sse h; You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. _ Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: V Address: City/State/ZIP: --------------------------------------- Lead Agency Contact: G'm lv�/r'Gr�Uc?t_/ Oj Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 15, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. 7-A Comment sS:/ .� i . } . f ,.�st' .aj° l :'.r,-, r 'zl +y�%TiF i /s'.�'yrr /��,� c ��Tfz z A 4 � 1 C „d� L'r' 7`",J1 G' .t .✓' A'�X9' � ,,�*€ la / f`i^,n^ . "� °�_ You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: 17f+.22 / Address: ,tom sT fe ca City/State/ZIP: c'ezrq %:�7c 9 c� � Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 oE�a Public Input Form ova 6tPublic Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community . �... r.. A May 15, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment •. Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. 62fa-�i>[do Comments: You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. ® Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: 1�., Name: hIJ _ J / s i LLGaya Address: � q' j Z lt G City/State/ZIP: p�%� Cr/ } �t ZS 2/ Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 RECEIVED :...'. PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING AGE At ffl 19 20. f AERA MASTER PLANNED COMM TYeowarta NOTICE OF. PREPARATION May 15, 2003 R 61- ME ING ROOM OPEN FOR INFORMATION REVIEW `eel. ° • INTRODUCTORY COMMENTS. 1 �4 LU✓ • aA4e"EC ESCRI TION (POWERPQINT PROGRAM) . • MEETING ADJOURNED ���' too �� ��� Public Scoping Meeting Master Community AeraMay 16, 2003 Required Approvals: a General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Spec Plan) Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement y � r A 20 2003 G: INA Nisixf[FrC t H.E6U4iY This form allows you to make comments on chat yeu believe should be addrQssed in the Ernrironm�nta! Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scopirfg meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments:., f'� y /See e✓ 9 Tr�,r iC'es, i���> � F IT�aP•s , fr'7 The /f - erv9 T6r< .��fAO�! //✓ /�J?P/9 /�-ry�.09 �i�r�Of-! -c !�'p/�� %n f W 7 h 7"h r /f///Ji7i0*v rrF 7*4f Nv n/t�/Z D/` /�/j,m<S iv?Art rYy /t'he/gS S7K�e95 please You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to Include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, 1 would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: S Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: i-<Pl e •✓ M U � 4 e R /��/77/ F/ w fe rr e v lf 0 le Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 •' � • • . 7�°1 t ,�� � � Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment �- Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice ofi Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. „„c„ N Comments: Yeu may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, 1 would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Pease mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: �7 � �c�G1� Address: � / G�� 1Sry� ! lJ ��. CitylStatelZlP: �.�!�-� C� 7 � d'�3 Lead Agency Gontact: ' Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 �.r � ®�� � � ��� T'd 6LS5-4ZS-bTG-i '3'� `p.ee��ucd °y �{at�3 d9i �ZT EO TZ FeE,J tom`: o► Required Approvals: Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 15, 2003 • General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps - Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:OO P.M. Comments: � �� z� a-� iJ2c �U/v +inn eJ 'V:�Oac ; s VCC6k&(PG "ate You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: R'v1 &VwL-OL., Address: l � z I � . �.�� r'rvc-r� e j;- Z)ve_ , City/State/ZIP: CpF ' 2� L Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form C>t .. Aera Master Planned Community ��' Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement CEVED M5Y 19 12003 EGIOHALPLANNING L A. COUNTY This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: Z5 '�� p�^,�,XJpS�Cl t.�i ldl�fe eorr��vt- w�de� f%�� and unevpos� ��oucr�T � � be e1=F,�r4i for a;ilcPlile rid vemen1 ? JL�LhD will I�bytr� seryacec ;r�.$Pf�.Zfo'e iso%f You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. - Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the fallowing address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: - - ------------- Lead Agency Contact: 1005 1,4J66bce6S7" Ave, 6P,EA CA 92821 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Lo's Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 15, 2003 . Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement ^rG10NAL PLANNING L4 COUNTY This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comme nts: IN�l�� f11e Iocar +aLt�L1s oihe Wl�pliT�M0"femer)+so+hcYl 'irlC P;'cpo 3 s flte �F .`�{�ou�ti ©t�te seC-Fiet� o�f�Tis •tGi'' QG'S caLTrse"r I wi ld I ire ca s-•rio�o r i ine�f'ecfiye? Can Fhe resulfi� ex•I-rc� }ra-�'�iciae saskuia�eo�orl I-�ar6orBl.avtd 8�a81.-I-�-1-hesou�•%��ov�s'Ider�n� resen% }r4"C5'it�CC�i�e r121a� na e�-2rlfr oinfs have 1eev7gddec1os7-Fhesou�-h side ? p----------------------'--------------------------=�-----------Y%-'---------. - - - - - --------------- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and .the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: lViCA iyi d'i !`//�/ q h Ave,Address: 1005 wd(jdCyesl�A City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Bre0. : �� 92321 Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 80012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 15, 2003 Required Approvals: • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until - May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: r . You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: ,` Name: ; Address:^�'i City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street -- Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 15, 2003 • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement r MAY )01003 wG i CQIlEd� rw This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M, COmmentS: __ Please see attached -------------------------------------- You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: _Jacquelyn and Robert Skinner Address: .1440 Sunny Crest Drive City/State/ZIP: Fullerton, CA 52835 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 00012-3225 (Robert and Jacquelyn Skinner Attachment 1) Commuter Traffic: The cumulative impact considering ALL new construction within surrounding area. In Fullerton alone, we have added some 2300 new homes - with another 760 being considered! Add to that the thousands of new homes in Yorba Linda, Chino - and Brea, both new and planned construction frorri 2002 through 2004, which have already created an enormous burden on our streets and highways, including Freeways 60, 5, 10 and the 01, all of which will bear the increased load of the proposed 4,000 homes. Local Traffic: Also take into account the traffic diverted through residential areas as commuters endeavor to circumvent crowded traditional throughways such as Imperial, Harbor and Euclid. Many of these drivers, in a hurry, take our streets at some 50 MPH! On our street, city police have clocked them!) This poses unsafe and unhealthful conditions in our own neighborhoods, adding to the stress of everyday life. Psychological Impact: How do the counties plan to cope with increased aggression and hostility borne of an overpopulated environment. As we see our open space disappearing, as our parks become neglected due to revenue shortages and overused by too many people, we also cannot help but mark the correlation to red light running and aggressive driving. We all need quiet places within our own communities to escape to occasionally, and our children need to balance their urban settings with natural ones. Walking trails along major traffic arteries don't fill the bill. Negative Affects on Businesses in Outlying Cities: Our mobility has already become restricted in the sense that we cannot easily drive from one city to another. We and many of our neighbors no longer drive to the beach areas where we used to visit restaurants and shops. We also avoid most cultural and entertainment opportunities in Los Angeles because of the traffic, and we discourage our tourist friends on visiting these places as well. Those cities have lost our consumer dollars. Water Demands: The promise to fulfill an ever-growing demand for a safe, affordable and abundant water supply seems unrealistic. I attach.a recent article describing the problems in Orange County alone. As our access to the Colorado River water dwindles, as Arizona and New Mexico argue over what is theirs from that source, as the central California farmers, residents and environmentalists debate the best use of their water supplies, all of which is subject to drought conditions which many meteorologists think shall prevail over this next century, we continue to build, exacerbating demand. How can Los Angeles and Orange Counties assure us that we shall continue to have potable water and green lawns? Preservation of Currently Established Wild Habitats: How can the plant and animal species currently inhabiting the constructions sites survive an onslaught of heaving machinery scraping clear and knocking down? .... 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I OCWD.:utonttors the amount of — ctuesWater,Distncts,and..tw 4 rest- - - residents: obI I F to'any rn ` groundwater taken out of the ba eachyear by cities and; waterdtstrieta crease because the taste probleril of the _ .and then assessestbese:psers.iu order, —_____.._.._. _._ overdraft=warn t being addressed and if' approvedthelughereostwouidbepassed..tohave.furdsforbotti;operat;ngez on to the consumer penses and: the cost o f.imported ie --------_—__—, There Was a 1rvely'dtscusston iytih the Plemshment water BoarddtVdedonboth#hepereAnYageandzemformanonwasprovzdedaia.------- - — -- the rate Finally $14b'pa ... ootpnce pzdbhc hedrzng held; ar Orange: Corm was adopted by a b-4; vote ThI I ' . I I . tY Wa3er Dzsrnct;headq ulrlers — ---- - --- ------ age of W terthat c& ctry will be allowed °n �F l ?3rd -- iodraw from the aqutferwas then gmckty --) er,rstabIFFF,lished at �Y% by -a 9 9 vote.; - -- — _.. ..-- FIFFIFFIFFIFIFF-I—. Tlte Orange Coon[ WaterDistnFt is `.' Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community -. May 15, 2003n.tt' Required Approvals: CNAY General Plan Amendment Zone Change (Specific Plan) Subdivision MapsGrading Permits Improvement PlansDiscretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County)Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit, your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: mhP 1avPlone of the Proposed 4 000 homes must show that there will be no--- increased traffic on Harbor or the 57 FWY Both 1. are close to capacity during Rush Hour; which seems to be 24 hours Thousands of trucks now use the 57 and more will be needed to support the new population. Exploding development on the 15 and Riverside and San Bernardino. communities dump onto the 57 and 91• Current development alone will add hundreds of commuters r1,]„ly to_ourhighway.0 and streets _ How will you handle this`new _burde. You may also cate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, Tease be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County Afices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following aAdress: Name: Address: Robert A. Skinner 1440 Sunny Crest Drive City/State/ZIP: Fullerton, CA 92835-3751 read Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 15, 2003 Required Approvals: • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. Comments: t y 1 You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following Name: Address:-�;Zqc)_, C allcrjft�" tit s City/State/ZIP: %� k ra i7 V> Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 oF� _ . Required Approvals: Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 15, 2003 • General Plan Amendment • Zone Change (Specific Plan) • Subdivision Maps -- • Grading Permits • Improvement Plans • Discretionary Permits (Los Angeles and Orange County) • Development Agreement RFCiVED MAY 19 2003 emu°�MNa This form allows you to make comments on what you believe should be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report. You may submit your comments at this scoping meeting or mail to the Lead Agency Contact listed below. Written comments on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the Environmental Impact Report will be accepted until May 21, 2003, at 5:00 P.M. .rw�icv l�sGl DD�i��S�of�S/�l eS Comments:—_--- �6�D��a�s� �il�f sir// �Ge e16���1ple 10 zlGz IS& 7Z148 �a��Grcj�alle �rvl T 14Da w5la le /S �G,u 1a 4 %Fe Cov�d�r You may also indicate if you would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. If you wish to have a notice, please be sure to include your name and full address. The EIR will be available at local libraries and the County offices and, for a charge, individual copies may be obtained from a bonded blue printer. • Yes, I would like to receive notices for hearings on the project. Please mail a notice to me at the following address: Name: Address: City/State/ZIP: Lead Agency Contact: Daryl Koutnik County of Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning 320 West Temple Street Los Angeles, CA 90012-3225 Section 7 /ndividua/s May f 5, Z003 Scoping meeting Ora/ Comments CERTIFIED COPY TRANSCRIl'T OF PROCEEDINGS PUBLIC INPUT FORM PUBLIC SLOPING MEETING � • lull►1 1 MAY 15, 2003 BREA, CALIFORNIA Ll HCR HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. THE HUNTINGTON BUILDING, SUITE 100 Re OrC2C1 17 1450 WEST COLORADO BLVD. h Y' PASADENA, CA 91105 626/792-6777 5102 MABEL HAYEK 909/787-6777 909/787-6777 C.S.R. No. 11815 FAX 626/792-8710 E-Mail: reports@huntingtoncr.com Website: http://w .huntingtoncr.com 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12. 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS PUBLIC INPUT FORM PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING AERA MASTER PLANNED COMMUNITY MAY 15, 2003 BREA, CALIFORNIA HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 -- 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 I N D E X I NAME CRAIG LAMASCUS BILL MADDEN JOHN WINDS JOBIE TOWNSHEND-ZELLNER GARY PETITT HUN^lINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. PAGE 3 3 4 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 BREA, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2003 MR. CRAIG LAMASCUS: As part of the oil field mediation, she mentioned the wells capping off the wells and going through the analysis. She didn't mention the effects of the water plant and the shutting of the injectors down. What environmental impact is there going to be of shutting the injectors down and the water plant down? There is a large water plant associated with the oil field. What are the environmental impacts of shutting down the wells, or shutting down the steam? MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Okay. Thank you very much. If you have anything new to say you can provide it now. MR. CRAIG LAMASCUS: In addition -- MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: If you have already submitted written comments, we will make sure we address those in the EIR. MR. CRAIG LAMASCUS: Okay. Thank you. MR. BILL MADDEN: I would like to address this issue: Have the EIR addressed the issue of development of wildlife interphases; animal interactions with suburban environments; wildlife animal involvements with suburban areas; suburban animals interfering and affecting the native vegetations and habitat in the area like the glare, light, and how that affects the corridor and movement of animals HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 through it. Have the EIR addressed these issues? MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Thank you, Mr. Madden. MR. JOHN WINDS: There are several concerns that I have on the development of these homes that are going to be built just north of Brea -- and the access roads on Berry Avenue. Another development that I am concerned with two major roadways on Brea Canyon road no northern access shown to Diamond Bar Boulevard. The other development I am concerned about is the residential commercial development right off of Brea road; that's up on La Mesa. It's a truck loading place. I am wondering about escavation, and how much that would be brought down to a lower level. I am also interested in this resident development north of the 57 Freeway and the roadways into that development. Are they going to run a bridge across the way to reach it or into Brea? I would like to know what is going to happen. Thank you. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Thank you. MS. JOBIE TOWNSHEND-ZELLNER: I currently commute from the City of La Habra Heights to the City of Orange and if I flew to the south of Brea,it can take me an hour and a half one way. I don't need to commute any longer than that. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. n 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 MR, WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Thank you. MR. GARY PETITT: See I have lived up there since 1979 and the traffic comes from out east, Chino, Riverside, San Bernardino. All those commuters are the ones goofing up the traffic not the local developers here. The magnitude and the amount of people that commute through Brea Canyon; that is what people don't understand. This little development here is all that does it. It gives some people an opportunity to live in the hills. I have had that -- I have had that since 1979, and I have enjoyed it. It is bare rather than, you know, developed property -- with developed property there would be more animals now than 30 years ago -- you know. It's nice. This is not plant land, it's hills. You have slope and shrubbery -- it's all barren. Now with development there will be hills and the water and everything. There are rabbits. Everything. All the time. I can't believe people would not want that developed. I live there and I know there are a lot more animals now than there were 30 years ago. The traffic impact and stuff -- the impact that we have with traffic, we can't do anything about because it's from out east. A lot of people commute through Carbon Canyon or Brea. MR. MICHAEL HALLIGAN: They come over Grand. MR. GARY PETITT: I use Grand all the time. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Whereabouts do you live? MR. MICHAEL HALLIGAN: I live in Huntington Beach, I do a lot of work for Chino Hills. MR. GARY PETITT: You know I use it all the time. It's like Huntington Beach -- my wife works in Huntington Beach and we live.right there. It's a horrible place to get through. She has a tough time. That is why they need a light rail system going out toward Huntington Beach and down south. I have a monthly pass with Metrolink, and I ride with a lot of people from Garden Grove. They drive into the Fullerton station to go downtown because of the traffic being so bad. So they ride over to the Metrolink station to downtown. There needs to be something. My wife she hates the drive from Huntington beach to Diamond Bar, There is no easy way during the hours. I am for it. I am excited about it. I might want to buy a new house. It's been nice since I have lived up there all these years. Diamond Bar is a nice community. I wouldn't want to live more north. The traffic gets pretty nasty. Sometimes it takes me to get through the intersection about 20 minutes. I have a lot of people asking where are they talking about -- I said basically all the hills south of Brea. The other project that they were talking about that I overheard some guy say is that they put up a lawsuit. HUNTINGTON.COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: A lawsuit has been filed by an environmental group out there. MR. GARY PETITT: I am excited about it. In the whole plan, I'm sure that in developing in that area they can enlarge Brea Canyon. I mean that's long over due; that would be an assest for us already living here. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: But still through here it's a two lane road. MR. GARY PETITT: It's a dangerous road. I went through there a week ago Friday and somebody was heading out there trying to flag me down at 4:30 A.M. in the morning. I know someone had gone over the hill. MR. WILLIAM HALLIGAN: Thank you. (The proceedings were concluded.) -000- HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) SS. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) I, MABEL HAYEK, C.S.R. No. 11815, a Certified Shorthand Reporter in and for the county of Los Angeles, state of California, do hereby certify: That said Transcript of Proceedings was taken before me at the time and place therein set forth and was taken down by me in shorthand and thereafter was transcribed into typewriting under my direction and supervision, and I hereby certify the foregoing transcript is full, true and correct of my shorthand notes so taken. I further certify that I am neither counsel for nor related to any party to said action nor in any way interested in the outcome thereof. in WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name this 21st day of May, 2003, MABEL HAY HUNTINGTON COURT REPOR^lERS & TRANSCRIPTION INC. 0 TRANSCRIPT Or PROCEEDINGS Public Input Form Public Scoping Meeting Aera Master Planned Community May 15, 2003 Brea, California REPORTED BY ANN BONNETTE-SMITH CSR No. 6801 HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. THE HUNTINGTON BUILDING, SUITE ] 00 1450 WEST COLORADO BLVD. PASADENA, CA 91 ] OS 626/792-6777 323/268-5102 909/787-6777 FAX 626/792-8710 E-Mail: hcrdepo@huntingtoncr.com Website: http://www.huntingtoncr,com HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC Brea, California, Thursday, May 15, 2003 MS. ROSEMARY LEE KOENIG: My comment is this: Please cancel the project. There is no money to build the eight or nine schools that would be required to house and teach these children. I'm a teacher, and this is a potential disaster. 7 I'm not even talking about the environment. 8 MR. DAVID CRABTREE: My name is David Crabtree. I am 9 with the City of Brea, and I have a number of comments. 10 The City will be providing detailed written 111 comments, but we wanted to provide oral comments at the - 12 scoping meeting to touch on our major theme. And I'll just 13 kind of go into those areas that we think are important to be 14 covered in the EIR. 15 We feel that the question of annexation should be 16 well analyzed in the EIR. The project EIR should provide a 17 thorough analysis of sphere of influence policies as they 18 relate to this project, its compatibility with the City of 19 Brea's standards and guidelines, and service provisions as 20� they relate to annexation and as they are relevant and 21 appropriate to CEQA. 22 The notice of preparation for the project and 23 description states that various spheres of influence and 24 annexation options will also be studied in the Draft EIR, and we think that does need particular references in the EIR. AUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 3 1 1 13 Again, all the guidelines, policies and standards in the City of Brea should be well analyzed in anticipation of annexation. The EIR analysis should provide an analysis of compatibility with the general plan. During the presentation, it was mentioned that the EIR will look at compatibility with the general plan of Los Angeles County and Orange County, but we didn't hear mention of compatibility with the City of Brea's general plan and its relevance to influence this area, so we think that is important. The mixed use component of the project, we understand from the notice of preparation that the proposed mixed use area within Brea's sphere of influence is anticipated to contain 900 residential units. It will be critical for the EIR to provide a thorough analysis of this aspect of the proposal, and particularly as traffic impacts to the immediate area in the city of Brea circulation system, in particular. We feel that the EIR should have a thorough 20I analysis of aesthetics and view -shed issues. Vast acreage of 2 'ra the project site creates the visual backdrop to the city of Brea, and the EIR should incorporate the use of the latest technologies available to assess the potential for aesthetic impacts resulting from the project. At a minimum, we feel that tools, including HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 4 computer view -shed simulations, fly -over modeling should be employed. These tools should be used to show completed project views from critical public areas, including the city of Brea proper. Key view areas should include major streets within the city as well as from appropriate neighborhoods and the public areas. To that, I would also add we are concerned about the impacts of the project's light and glare on Brea's 10� residential neighborhoods, and we think that is important to 11� analyze in the EIR. Proposed land uses and density. The EIR should discuss the consistency, again, of the proposed project density of land uses with the City's allowed maximum density contained in our general plan for this site and the City's 16� relevant planning documents. 17� Again, related to my earlier comment on annexation, with annexation anticipated consistent with the County's policies for the sphere of influence area, we feel that is 20� very important to look at in the EIR. 21 Another topic we will touch on in our written 22 comments are geotechnical issues. The AERA site has known 23 land slides, geological faults and unstable slopes. These 24� must be adequately addressed in the EIR, and we feel very 25� strongly that any mitigation should be designed as part of HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 the EIR and not deferred to future studies. Hydrology and drainage. Since Brea will be largely downstream from this project, we are interested in how the proposed drainage facilities will impact the capacity of Brews storm drain systems. The EIR needs to include locations of proposed drainage facilities to determine the extent of their impact on the surrounding environment. Due to the hillside location of the project, structural magnitude and location of the drainage facilities have the potential for causing significant impacts related to the studies of site stability, and so we think that needs to be analyzed as well. We will also touch on hillside design standards in our written comments. We have identified prominent ridge lines in the city and in our sphere of influence area and 16I offered protections for those in our policy documents. Such 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 ridgelines are located within the project area, and we feel strongly that all standards and guidelines related to these ridge lines, as well as all aspects of the City's hillside management ordinance, should be observed in any project design and should be analyzed within the EIR. I touched earlier on traffic and circulation, but just to expand on that a little bit, the City of Brea will be concerned with traffic impacts for our street system. We are deeply concerned with the adequacy of mitigations to address HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 6 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 any impacts identified. Key areas of review that we think the EIR needs to look at would include potential impacts to Berry Street, Central Avenue, Lambert Road, as well as Brea Canyon Road and Brea Boulevard, and, again, we'll elaborate more on those in our written comments that we will be sending. A couple of final issues here. Noise, permanent and long-term impacts of increased traffic and associated noise, particularly, again, on Berry, Central, Brea Boulevard, Brea Canyon, resulting from the project need evaluation in the EIR. Biological concerns, of course, we will be interested in how the project designs around significant stands of trees, and any mitigation measures that are related to that, replacement ratios for any disturbed areas, vegetation, and so forth. And the EIR should also provide a thorough analysis of all wildlife habitat and wildlife corridor issues and include an assessment through a discussion of potential impacts on these items and how they will be mitigated. Recreation and trails. The EIR should analyze how the project achieves the goals, again, of not only the '� County's general plans for recreation and trails but also the' City's general plan as we have identified areas in our sphere of influence through our parks, recreation and human services HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 7 1 element of our general plan in Brea, what impacts may occur 2 and how they will be mitigated for recreational use sources. 3 The area of hazards. The EIR should include detailed analysis of mitigation measures for addressing issues such as methane gas, oil wells, and any continued oil field operations and close down all the oil field operations, and we feel very strongly that any mitigation measures that are proposed in regard to these items should be consistent with City of Brea codes. 10 Finally, just a few things on public services. 11 We're concerned that the project has the potential to stretch 12 Brea services and would negatively impact the level of 13 service that Brea's residents currently enjoy. We feel that 14 the EIR needs to analyze this and provide any mitigation 15 measures that are needed. 16 This would include areas of life safety, such as 17 police and fire, that would include impacts to the school 18 system and other relevant public services identified in the 19 CEQA checklist. 20 And then just one final note. On project 21 alternatives, we feel that the EIR needs to have a thorough 22 range of project alternatives in addition to the proposed 23 project, and the alternative should include a broad range of 24 possibilities ranging from no development scenario to the 25� proposed project. AUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 8 Thanks for the opportunity to comment. We will be providing written comments in more detail. 3� MS. GAYLE BRUNELLE: My comments, I'll keep short and sweet. -- 5 I just bought a home on Brea Boulevard. Nowhere 6 today did I hear anything mentioned about all the traffic 7 that that commercial development in the corner of the project 8 that is going to let out where Brea Canyon Road hits the freeway and all the other traffic that's going to get 10 funneled onto Brea Canyon Road and Brea Boulevard. 11 I heard nothing about what is going to be done _- 12 about that, but as far as I can tell, if this project goes 13 through, I am screwed because the value of my house is going to go down like a stone when Brea Boulevard turns into a mini freeway. 16 Thank you. 17 MS. LISA LAMASCUS: My dad lives in LaHabra. Our 18 concern is the lady said that Coyote Creek would be one of 19 the drainage systems, and they just redid Coyote Creek, put 20 it underground, and ran it under the residents' -- the homes 211 there. And so we were wondering if that was built to add or to carry all the extra water that would be coming off from the residential section up there on the golf course and everything. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 9 - 1 MS. DIANE TAYLOR: To start, one thing that I'm -- 2 concerned about is on the Orange County side of the 3 development, with this being old oil well property, I know 4 that it's extremely unlikely that any of the land would be -_ 5I acceptable for a school site because of the methane gases and 6 the concerns that the State has about locating schools on oil well property. 8 Consequently, as an alternative, perhaps senior 9 housing would be advisable since those residents and that 10 type of housing would not have an impact on the schools. Or 11 with senior housing and the majority of those people being 12I retired, they also would not have an impact on rush hour 13� traffic. So I would like that to be considered as an 14 alternative, which would be for a large portion of the Orange 15 County section to be be used as senior housing. 16 Also to be addressed is the aesthetic element and 17I the view scapes since those hillsides, both the Orange County 18� and the L.A. side that face to the south, are visible to 19 virtually all of Orange County. And this needs to be 20 sensitive as to what people are going to be seeing. 21 And I know that it is a problem because the people 22 in those homes are going to be paying premium prices because 23 they have view property and are not going to want to have a 24) heavily landscaped area, but yet that is what the people on 25 the flat lands would like to see. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 10 And so how are they going to please both factions? So I guess that is about it. 3 (The following was presented to be typed 4 into the oral record by Dr. Hubred.) 5 DR. HUBRED: We just came back from our daily hike, and 6 it was so outstanding that I wanted to share it with you. We 7 hike daily, and usually it is in the hills that start only a 8 block from our house. This is private oil company land that 9 is leased for Texas Longhorn Cattle. It is a huge area, and 10 we almost never see anyone. 11 Today, we walked over to Rancher Jones' little 12 enclosure where they keep one or two horses to maintain 13 ranchers environment exception for the land. He is 88 years 14 old, and usually comes by about 9:00 a.m. to pitch a little 15 hay for the horses. We saw him today, and he was in good 16 shape and spirits. We always take a couple of carrots for 17 the horses that they love. 18 Today, we extended our walk through the enclosed 19) area and went about two miles down the old dirt road that 20 runs roughly parallel to Brea Canyon Road, but at least one 21 range of hills separated from it. Kristi has named it 22 Butterfly Valley. It was a spectacular hike -- level -- 23 unlike all of our other hikes in these hills, but just as 241 beautiful. 25� Everything is green and lush because of the rain. HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 11 E So many of the wildflowers are at their peak bloom. The yellows start with the cream -colored Elderberry blossoms, the pale yellow mustard, the bright yellow oxalis, then the crayola yellow blossoms on the ironwood tree and the golden yellow fiddle -neck and finally the orange California poppies. The purples vary from the lavender filigree, variegated thistle with its reddish -purple shaving brush blossoms and the variety of blues and purples of the lupine. Most spectacular today was the tiny lavender filigree. The untarnished miles of undulating green hills were carpeted as far as you could see with millions of flowers. There were about 25 miles of undulating green hills that were carpeted as far as you could see with millions of flowers. There were about 25 blossoms per square feet so you can calculate that I really mean millions. Occasionally, there was a break in the mustard with patches of lupine. There were many artichoke thistles in the valley too, but it was too early for -their giant bluish -purple blooms. We came on seven horses that we expect are from the closed -down stable. They were in great shape and a beautiful mixture of coats. We saw a few of three varieties of butterflies, but it was a very heavy fog this morning, so they were just starting to come out as we finished the hike before noon. There was the Sara orange -tipped, the Painted Lady, HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 12 HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 13 3 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) SS. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) I, ANN BONNETTE-SMITH, C.S.R. No. 6108, do hereby certify: 6) That said Transcript of Proceedings was taken before 7 me at the time and place therein set forth and was taken down by me in shorthand and thereafter was transcribed into _ 9 typewriting under my direction and supervision, and I hereby 10 certify the foregoing transcript is a full, true and correct 11 transcript of my shorthand notes so taken. _ 12 I further certify that I am neither counsel for nor 13 related to any party to said action, nor in any way 14 interested in the outcome thereof. 15 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name 16 this � �,� day of � l�, 2003. 17 f� 18 � � �n ��t' 19 � 20 ANN BONNETTE-SMITH 21 22 23 24 25 HUNTINGTON COURT REPORTERS & TRANSCRIPTION, INC. 14