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Contract
Company Name: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Company Contact: Rufus Washington, Director
Office of Community Planning and Development
Summary of Services: Required Enviromental Review Report for Demuth Community
Park HVAC Project.
Contract Price: N/A
Funding Source: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Contract Term: CDBG FY2021-2022 Subrecipient Allocation
(July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022)
Contract Approvals
City Council Approval Date:
Agenda Item No./ Resolution Number:
Agreement No: 4 1jM
Contract Administration
Lead Department:
Contract Administrator:
Contract Compliance
Exhibits:
Signatures:
Insurance:
Bonds:
April 22, 2021
Item No. 2.B / Resolution No. 24883
Community & Economic Development
Jay Virata, Director of Community & Economic
NO
Yes - City Manager Signature Required Only
N/A
N/A
HUD Environmental Review Report prepared by:
CDBG Administrative Consultant, The Ramsay Group & Associates
Submitted on: 3/15/2022 By: Annie Rodriguez
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Date:
To:
From:
Subject:
March 15, 2022
City of Palm Springs
Community & Economic Development Department
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Justin Clifton, City Manager
Jay Virata, Director, Community & Economic Development
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Environmental Review Forms
Please find attached a completed HUD Environmental Review for the following FY2021-22 CDBG project: Demuth
Park Community Center HVAC. Per federal regulations, an environmental review is required on all HUD assisted
funded projects. The environmental reviews have been completed by the City's CDBG Administrative Consultant
and his associates.
As the City's Certifying Officer in your capacity as City Manager under the CDBG Funding Approval/Agreement, you
must execute the Environmental Review report. The form is flagged for your signature.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me immediately at ext. 8228. Thank you.
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Environmental Review for Activity/Project that is Categorically
Excluded Subject to Section 58.5
Pursuant to 24 CFR 58.35(a)
Project Information
Project Name:
Responsible Entity:
Grant Recipient
(if different than Responsible Entity):
State/Local Identifier:
Preparer:
Certifying Officer Name and Title:
Consultant (if applicable):
Project Location:
Demuth Community Center Egress & HVAC
Improvements City Project No.19-14
City of Palm Springs
OF/I
B-21-MC-06-0561
Norma Lopez, Avant Garde Inc.
Justin Clifton
City Manager
Avant Garde Inc.
3601 E Mesquite Ave,
Palm Springs, CA 92264
APN: 680120032
Description of the Proposed Project [24 CFR 50.12 & 58.32; 40 CFR 1508.25]:
The work involves the titled improvements for the Demuth Community Center located at 3601
E. Mesquite Ave Palm Springs CA 92262 The egress work generally consisting of demolition;
removal of wall framing drywall, aluminum storefront frame, exit signs, doors, door frames, and
construction/installation of new door frames, paint, new storefront frame, glazing, doors,
hardware new exit sign exit/emergency lights, and emergency lights, and appurtenant work.
The work HVAC work generally consists of selective demolition of West Yard, removal of
aluminum storefront frames and doors, registers, evaporative cooler units, exposed ducts,
exterior and interior framing and finishes for new mechanical duct opening, and
construction/installation of new structurally framed opening for new mechanical ducts and
registers new sheet metal cans for ducts, new opening frames and doors, new air condition
system new equipment concrete platform new hardscape new drywall and sound panels new
paints new electrical control panel new electrical conduits new conduit supportand
appurtenant work.
Level of Environmental Review Determination:
Categorically Excluded per 24 CFR 58.35(a), and subject to laws and authorities at §58.5:(3)
Rehabilitation of buildings and improvements when the following conditions are met: iii In the
case of non-residential structures including commercial, industrial, and public buildings:(A) The
facilities and improvements are in place and will not be changed in size or capacity by more than
20 percent and (B) The activity does not involve a change in land use, such as from non-
residential to residential commercial to industrial, or from one industrial use to another.
Funding Information
Grant Number
HUD Pro ram
Funding Amount
B-20-MC-06-0561
CDBG
$130,000
B-21-MC-06-0561
CDBG
$270,000
Estimated Total HUD Funded Amount: $400,000
Estimated Total Project Cost (HUD and non -HUD funds) [24 CFR 58.32(d)]: $950,000
Compliance with 24 CFR 50.4, 58.5, and 58.6 Laws and Authorities
Record below the compliance or conformance determinations for each statute, executive order, or
regulation. Provide credible, traceable, and supportive source documentation for each authority. Where
applicable, complete the necessary reviews or consultations and obtain or note applicable permits of
approvals. Clearly note citations, dates/names/titles of contacts, and page references. Attach additional
documentation as appropriate.
Compliance Factors:
Are formal
Compliance determinations
Statutes, Executive Orders,
compliance
and Regulations listed at 24
steps or
CFR §58.5 and §58.6
mitigation
required?
STATUTES, EXECUTIVE ORDERS, AND REGULATIONS LISTED AT 24 CFR 50.4
& 58.6
Airport Hazards
Yes No
The project does not involve HUD
❑ ®
assistance, subsidy, or insurance for the
24 CFR Part 51 Subpart D
purchase or sale of an existing property, and
therefore, this does not apply. In addition,
there are no military airports located within
15,000 ft from project location, or 2,500 ft
from a civilian airport. See Figure 2 Airport
Hazards attached.
Coastal Barrier Resources
Yes No
As defined by the Act, there are no coastal
❑ Z
barriers along the Pacific Coast. Therefore,
Coastal Barrier Resources Act, as
the Coastal Barriers Resources Act is not
amended by the Coastal Barrier
applicable to this project.
Improvement Act of 1990 [16
USC 3501
Flood Insurance
Yes No
According to the National Flood Insurance
❑ ®
Program, Flood Insurance Rate Map Panels
d Disaster Protection Act of
Flood
06065CI567G, dated August 28 , 2008, the
and National Flood
1973 Insurance Reform Act of 1994
proposed project location is within a Zone
[42 USC 4001-4128 and 42 USC
AE• Zones labeled AE, are Special Flood
5154a]
Hazard Areas with Base Flood Elevation
(BFE) or Depth. However, the proposed
project is Categorically Excluded Not
Subject to 58.5 and is exempt under 24 CFR
55.12(a)(4) HUD's or the recipient's actions
under any HUD program involving the
repair, rehabilitation, modernization,
weatherization, or improvement of existing
nonresidential buildings and structures, in
communities that are in the Regular
Program of the NFIP and are in good
standing, provided that the action does not
meet the thresholds for "substantial
improvement" under § 55.2(b)(10) and that
the footprint of the structure and paved
areas is not significantly increased. See
Figure 3 Flood Insurance attached.
STATUTES, EXECUTIVE ORDERS, AND REGULATIONS LISTED AT 24 CFR 50.4
& 58.5
Clean Air
Yes No
The City is located within a `non -attainment
❑ ®
area". The completed project will not emit
Clean Air Act, as amended,
any airborne pollutants, and the minimal
particularly section 176(c) & (d);
traffic generated by the project during the
40 CFR Parts 6, 51, 93
construction will not exceed the air quality
thresholds of significance established by the
South Coast Air Quality Management
District (SCAQMD). See Figure 4 Clean Air
attached.
Coastal Zone Management
Yes No
The project is located outside of the
❑ ®
designated coastal zone. Therefore, Coastal
Coastal Zone Management Act,
Zone Management is not applicable to the
sections 307(c) & (d)
project. See Figure 5 Coastal Zone
Management attached.
Contamination and Toxic
Yes No
The project site is within an Open Space
Substances
❑ ®
Zone and surrounded by Single Family
24 CFR Part 50.3(i) & 58.5(i)(2)
Residential (R-ID) and
Service/Manufacturing Zoning Districts. The
proposed activities would not have an effect
on other properties that would potentially
leave toxic or radioactive material; there are
no identifiable hazards that would affect
residents. See Figure 6 Contamination and
Toxic Substances attached.
Endangered Species
Yes No
A consultation was requested from the US
❑ ®
Department of the Interior in order to fulfill
Endangered Species Act of 1973,
requirements under Section 7 of the
particularly section 7; 50 CFR
Endangered Species Act of 1973. According
Part 402
to the information provided, the project is
located outside the critical habitat. See
Attachment I for full report.
Explosive and Flammable
Yes No
The Project is not a development or a
Hazards
❑ ®
hazardous facility, or involve activities that
24 CFR Part 51 Subpart C
will increase residential densities.
Farmlands Protection
Yes No
The proposed project is located completely
❑ ®
within an urbanized area. The subject
Farmland Protection Policy Act
property is developed and committed to
of 1981, particularly sections
urban uses. See Attachment 2 for full report.
I504(b) and 1541; 7 CFR Part
658
Floodplain Management
Yes No
55.12(c)(6) The project is a minor
❑ ®
amendment to a previously approved action
Executive Order 11988,
with no additional adverse impact on or from
particularly section 2(a); 24 CFR
a floodplain or wetland.
Part 55
Historic Preservation
Yes No
The Property is not located within a district
❑ E
listed on or determined eligible for the
National Historic Preservation
National Register of Historic Places. The
Act of 1966, particularly sections
project is adjacent to a residential
106 and 110; 36 CFR Part 800
neighborhood; however the project will have
no effect on any surrounding properties.
There is no evidence of cultural resources on
the site or near the vicinity.
In considering historic properties in the
project planning process, a consultation
request was sent to the State Historic
Preservation Officer on October 12, 2021.
The California SHPO does not object to the
City of Palm Springs' finding that there will
be no historic properties affected by this
project. See Attachment 3.
Noise Abatement and Control
Yes No
The proposed project activities do not
❑ ®
include new construction, or rehabilitation of
Noise Control Act of 1972, as
any residential uses or other unacceptable
amended by the Quiet
zone. Additionally, the project is not subject
Communities Act of 1978; 24
CFR Part 51 Subpart B
to the noise abatement and control measures
and therefore is in compliance with 24 CFR
Part 51.
Sole Source Aquifers
Yes No
The project is not within a sole -source
❑ ®
aquifer. See Figure 8 Sole Source Aquifers
Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974,
as amended, particularly section
1424 e ; 40 CFR Part 149
Wetlands Protection
Yes No
The project will not involve any work in
❑ ®
Wetlands. See Figure 9 Wetlands Protection
Executive Order 11990,
attached.
particularly sections 2 and 5
Wild and Scenic Rivers
The project is not within or immediately
Yes No
adjacent to a Wild or Scenic River; the
Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of
❑ ®
closest Scenic River is the Palm Canyon
1968, particularly section 7(b)
Creek, which is approximately 8 miles away
and (c)
from the project site; therefore, it has no
impact on rivers. See Figure 10 Wild and
Scenic Rivers.
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
Environmental Justice
Yes No
The proposed project would have a
❑ ®
beneficial impact on low-income and
Executive Order 12898
minority populations and would not result in
a negative impact on the fair treatment and
meaningful involvement of all people
regardless of race, color, national origin, or
income with the respect to the development,
implementation, and enforcement of
environmental law, regulations, or policies.
Field Inspection (Date and completed by): 10/11/2021 Completed by Norma Lopez
Summary of Findings and Conclusions:
The City of Palm Springs has determined there are no concerns regarding the project.
Mitigation Measures and Conditions 140 CFR 1505.2(c)1
Summarize below all mitigation measures adopted by the Responsible Entity to reduce, avoid, or
eliminate adverse environmental impacts and to avoid non-compliance or non-conformance with
the above -listed authorities and factors. These measures/conditions must be incorporated into
project contracts, development agreements, and other relevant documents. The staff responsible
for implementing and monitoring mitigation measures should be clearly identified in the mitigation
plan.
Law, Authority, or Factor I Mitigation Measure
I N/A I N/A
Determination:
® This categorically excluded activity/project converts to Exempt, per 58.34(a)(12) because there are
no circumstances which require compliance with any of the federal laws and authorities cited at
§58.5. Funds may be committed and drawn down after certification of this part for this (now)
EXEMPT project; OR
❑ This categorically excluded activity/project cannot convert to Exempt because there are
circumstances which require compliance with one or more federal laws and authorities cited at
§58.5. Complete consultation/mitigation protocol requirements, publish NOURROF and obtain
"Authority to Use Grant Funds" (HUD 7015.16) per Section 58.70 and 58.71 before committing
or drawing down any funds; OR
❑ This project is now subject to a full Environmental Assessment according to Part 58 Subpart E due
to extraordinary circumstances (Section 58.35 A
Preparer Signature: Date: 11/13/2021
Name/Title/Organization: Norma Lope , P gram Coordinator, Avant Garde Inc.
Responsible Entity Agency Official Signature:
Date: 3 s2 �-
Name/Title: Justin Clifton, City Manager
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This original, signed document and related supporting material must be retained on file by the
Responsible Entity in an Environmental Review Record (ERR) for the activity/project (ref: 24
CFR Part 58.38) and in accordance with recordkeeping requirements for the HUD program(s).
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Attachment 1
Endangered Species
Endangered Species Act of 1973,
particularly section 7; 50 CFR Part 402
United States Department of the Interior
FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Carlsbad Fish And Wildlife Office
2177 Salk Avenue - Suite 250
Carlsbad, CA 92008-7385
Phone: (760) 431-9440 Fax: (760) 431-5901
http://www.fws.pov/carlsbad/
In Reply Refer To:
Consultation Code: 08ECAR00-2022-SLI-0024
Event Code: 08ECAR00-2022-E-00057
Project Name: Demuth Community Center Egress & HVAC Improvements
October 08, 2021
Subject: List of threatened and endangered species that may occur in your proposed project
location or may be affected by your proposed project
To Whom It May Concern:
The enclosed species list identifies threatened, endangered, and proposed species, designated
critical habitat, and candidate species that may occur within the boundary of your proposed
project and/or may be affected by your proposed project. The species list fulfills the requirements
of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) under section 7(c) of the Endangered Species Act
(Act) of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.).
New information based on updated surveys, changes in the abundance and distribution of
species, changed habitat conditions, or other factors could change this list. Please feel free to
contact us if you need more current information or assistance regarding the potential impacts to
federally proposed, listed, and candidate species and federally designated and proposed critical
habitat. Please note that under 50 CFR 402.12(e) of the regulations implementing section 7 of the
Act, the accuracy of this species list should be verified after 90 days. This verification can be
completed formally or informally as desired. The Service recommends that verification be
completed by visiting the ECOS-IPaC website at regular intervals during project planning and
implementation for updates to species lists and information. An updated list may be requested
through the ECOS-IPaC system by completing the same process used to receive the enclosed list.
The purpose of the Act is to provide a means whereby threatened and endangered species and the
ecosystems upon which they depend may be conserved. Under sections 7(a)(1) and 7(a)(2) of the
Act and its implementing regulations (50 CFR 402 et seq.), Federal agencies are required to
utilize their authorities to carry out programs for the conservation of threatened and endangered
species and to determine whether projects may affect threatened and endangered species and/or
designated critical habitat.
10/Oa/2021 Event Code: 08ECAR00-2022-E-00057
A Biological Assessment is required for construction projects (or other undertakings having
similar physical impacts) that are major Federal actions significantly affecting the quality of the
human environment as defined in the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)
(c)). For projects other than major construction activities, the Service suggests that a biological
evaluation similar to a Biological Assessment be prepared to determine whether the project may
affect listed or proposed species and/or designated or proposed critical habitat. Recommended
contents of a Biological Assessment are described at 50 CFR 402.12.
If a Federal agency determines, based on the Biological Assessment or biological evaluation, that
listed species and/or designated critical habitat may be affected by the proposed project, the
agency is required to consult with the Service pursuant to 50 CFR 402. In addition, the Service
recommends that candidate species, proposed species and proposed critical habitat be addressed
within the consultation. More information on the regulations and procedures for section 7
consultation, including the role of permit or license applicants, can be found in the "Endangered
Species Consultation Handbook" at:
http://www.fws.gov/endangered/esa-library/pdf/TOC-GLOS.PDF
Please be aware that bald and golden eagles are protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle
Protection Act (16 U.S.C. 668 et seq.), and projects affecting these species may require
development of an eagle conservation plan
(http://www.fws.gov/windenergy/eagle—guidance.html). Additionally, wind energy projects
should follow the wind energy guidelines (http://www.fws.gov/windenergy/) for minimizing
impacts to migratory birds and bats.
Guidance for minimizing impacts to migratory birds for projects including communications
towers (e.g., cellular, digital television, radio, and emergency broadcast) can be found at:
http://www.fws.gov/migratotybirds/CurrentBirdlssues/Hazards/towers/towers.htm;
http://www.towerkill.com; and http://
www.fws.gov/migratorybirds/CurrentBirdIssues/Hazards/towers/comtow.html.
We appreciate your concern for threatened and endangered species. The Service encourages
Federal agencies to include conservation of threatened and endangered species into their project
planning to further the purposes of the Act. Please include the Consultation Tracking Number in
the header of this letter with any request for consultation or correspondence about your project
that you submit to our office.
Attachment(s):
Official Species List
10/08/2021 Event Code: 08ECAR00-2022-E-00057
Official Species List
This list is provided pursuant to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, and fulfills the
requirement for Federal agencies to "request of the Secretary of the Interior information whether
any species which is listed or proposed to be listed may be present in the area of a proposed
action".
This species list is provided by:
Carlsbad Fish And Wildlife Office
2177 Salk Avenue - Suite 250
Carlsbad, CA92008-7385
(760)431-9440
10/08/2021 Event Code: 08ECAR00-2022-E-00057
Project Summary
Consultation Code: 08ECAR00-2022-SLI-0024
Event Code: SOme(08ECAR00-2022-E-00057)
Project Name: Demuth Community Center Egress & HVAC Improvements
Project Type: ** OTHER **
Project Description: Facility improvements for egress and HVAC
Project Location:
Approximate location of the project can be viewed in Google Maps: has://
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Counties: Riverside County, California
10/08/2021 Event Code: 08ECAROO-2022-E-00057
Endangered Species Act Species
There is a total of 9 threatened, endangered, or candidate species on this species list.
Species on this list should be considered in an effects analysis for your project and could include
species that exist in another geographic area. For example, certain fish may appear on the species
list because a project could affect downstream species.
IPaC does not display listed species or critical habitats under the sole jurisdiction of NOAA
Fisheriesl, as USFWS does not have the authority to speak on behalf of NOAA and the
Department of Commerce.
See the "Critical habitats" section below for those critical habitats that lie wholly or partially
within your project area under this office's jurisdiction. Please contact the designated FWS office
if you have questions.
1. NOAA Fisheries, also known as the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), is an
office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration within the Department of
Commerce.
Mammals
NAME
RIVIIIIIII
Peninsular Bighorn Sheep Ovis canadensis nelsoni Endangered
Population: Peninsular CA pop.
There is final critical habitat for this species. The location of the critical habitat is not available.
Species profile: https://ecos fws.eov/ecp/species/4970
Birds
NAME
STATUS
Least Bell's Vireo Vireo beflii pusillus Endangered
There is final critical habitat for this species. The location of the critical habitat is not available.
Species profile: httos://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/5945
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Empidonax troillh extimus Endangered
There is final critical habitat for this species. The location of the critical habitat is not available.
Species profile: httos•//ecos fws gov/ecp_/species/6749
10/08/2021
Event Code: 08ECAR00-2022-E-00057
Reptiles
NAME
STATUS
Coachella Valley Fringe -toed Lizard Uma inornata Threatened
There is final critical habitat for this species. The location of the critical habitat is not available.
Species profile: httns//ecos fws gov/ecp/species/2069
Desert Tortoise Gopherus agassizii Threatened
Population: Wherever found, except AZ south and east of Colorado R., and Mexico
There is final critical habitat for this species. The location of the critical habitat is not available.
Species profile: Ws://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/4481
Amphibians
NAME STATUS
Mountain Yellow -legged Frog Rana muscosa Endangered
Population: Southern California DPS
There is final critical habitat for this species. The location of the critical habitat is not available.
Species profile: https�//ecos fws goy/ecp/species/8037
Insects
NAME STATUS
Casey's June Beetle Dinacoma caseyi Endangered
There is final critical habitat for this species. The location of the critical habitat is not available.
Species profile: https://ecos fws gov/ecp/species/4897
Monarch Butterfly Danaus plexippus Candidate
No critical habitat has been designated for this species.
Species profile: https7Hecos.fws.eov/ecp/species/9743
Flowering Plants
NAME STATUS
Coachella Valley Milk -vetch Astrogalus lentiginosus var. coachellae Endangered
There is final critical habitat for this species. The location of the critical habitat is not available.
Species profile: https://ecos.fwa.gov/ecp/species/7426
Critical habitats
THERE ARE NO CRITICAL HABITATS WITHIN YOUR PROJECT AREA UNDER THIS OFFICE'S
JURISDICTION.
Attachment 2
Farmlands Protection
Farmland Protection Policy Act of 1981,
particularly sections 1504(b) and
1541; 7 CFR Part 658
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(Demuth Community Center)
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(Demuth Community Center)
Farmland of statewide
importance, if drained and
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flooded during the
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importance, if irrigated
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importance, if subsoiled,
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importance, if drained or
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importance, if wane
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Web Soil Survey URL:
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Maps from the Web Soil Survey are
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distance and area. A projection that
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Farmland Classification —Riverside County, Coachella Valley Area, California
Demuth Community Center
Farmland Classification
Map unit symbol Map unit name Rating Acres in A01 Percent of AOI
CdC
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to 9 percent slopes
Not prime farmland
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percent slopes irrigated
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Description
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Farmland classification identifies map units as prime farmland, farmland of
statewide importance, farmland of local importance, or unique farmland. It
identifies the location and extent of the soils that are best suited to food, feed,
fiber, forage, and oilseed crops. NRCS policy and procedures on prime and
unique farmlands are published in the "Federal Register," Vol. 43, No. 21,
January 31, 1978.
Rating Options
Aggregation Method., No Aggregation Necessary
Aggregation is the process by which a set of component attribute values is
reduced to a single value that represents the map unit as a whole.
A map unit is typically composed of one or more "components". A component is
either some type of soil or some nonsoil entity, e.g., rock outcrop. For the
attribute being aggregated, the first step of the aggregation process is to derive
one attribute value for each of a map units components. From this set of
component attributes, the next step of the aggregation process derives a single
value that represents the map unit as a whole. Once a single value for each map
unit is derived, a thematic map for soil map units can be rendered. Aggregation
must be done because, on any soil map, map units are delineated but
components are not.
For each of a map units components, a corresponding percent composition is
recorded. A percent composition of 60 indicates that the corresponding
component typically makes up approximately 60% of the map unit. Percent
composition is a critical factor in some, but not all, aggregation methods.
(15Qq Natural Resources Web Soil Survey 10/8/2021
i Conservation Service National Cooperative Soil Survey Page 5 of 6
Farmland Classification —Riverside County, Coachella Valley Area, California
Demuth Community Center
The majority of soil attributes are associated with a component of a map unit, and
such an attribute has to be aggregated to the map unit level before a thematic
map can be rendered. Map units, however, also have their own attributes. An
attribute of a map unit does not have to be aggregated in order to render a
corresponding thematic map. Therefore, the "aggregation method" for any
attribute of a map unit is referred to as "No Aggregation Necessary".
Tie -break Rule: Lower
The tie -break rule indicates which value should be selected from a set of multiple
candidate values, or which value should be selected in the event of a percent
composition tie.
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i Conservation Service National Cooperative Soil Survey Page 6 of 6
Attachment 3
Section 106
National Historic Preservation Act of 1966,
particularly section 106
I' •
City of Palm Springs
Development Services — Engineering Division
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way • Palm Springs, California 92262
Tel: (760) 323-8253 • Fax: (760) 322-8360
October 12, 2021
Julianne Polanco, State Historic Preservation Officer
State Office of Historic Preservation
Post Office Box 942896
Sacramento, CA 94296-0001
Re: CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
DEMUTH COMMUNITY CENTER EGRESS & HVAC IMPROVEMENTS
CITY PROJECT NO. 19-14
Dear Ms. Polanco:
In accordance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and its
implementing regulations, 36 CFR Part 800, we are providing information for your
review and concurrence regarding the above -referenced project.
Based on our research of the database of property on the California State office of
Historic Preservation and National Register of Historic Places on their respective
websites we have made a finding of "No Historic Properties Affected" pursuant to 36
CFR 800.4(d)(1).
Project Address and Location
3601 E. Mesquite Avenue
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Project Scope
The Demuth Community Center Egress & HVAC Improvements Project is located at
3601 E. Mesquite Ave., Palm Springs, CA 92262. The egress work generally consists of
demolition; removal of wall framing, drywall, aluminum storefront frame, exit signs,
doors, door frames, and construction/installation of new door frames, paint, new
storefront frame, glazing, doors, hardware, new exit sign, exit/emergency lights, and
emergency lights, and appurtenant work. The HVAC work generally consists of
selective demolition of West Yard, removal of aluminum storefront frames and doors,
registers, evaporative cooler units, exposed ducts, exterior and interior framing and
finishes for new mechanical duct opening, and construction/installation of new
structurally framed opening for new mechanical ducts and registers, new sheet metal
caps for ducts, new opening frames and doors, new air condition system, new
equipment concrete platform, new hardscape, new drywall and sound panels, new
paints, new electrical control panel, new electrical conduits, new conduit support, and
appurtenant work. There will be no increase in size of capacity nor a change in landuse,
therefore this project is Categorically Excluded subject to § 58.5.
Area of Potential Effects
The Project will have no effect on historic properties or properties qualifying for inclusion
in or eligibility for the National Register. The geographic area which the undertaking is
taking place is limited to the community center that is identified in the Project Map.
Project Map
Please see the attached enclosure for a map of the project.
Identification of Historic Properties
There are no properties in the immediate project area listed in the National Register of
Historic Places and the project is not located in a historical district. The closest
contributing building listed in the National Register approximately 2.5 miles from the
project site. There is no evidence of cultural resources on the site or near the vicinity. In
conclusion, we have made a finding of "No Historic Properties Affected".
Thank you for your review of our proposed project. In accordance with §800.4(d)(1)(i),
your office has thirty days to object to this finding. If you have questions regarding this
finding, please contact me at (909)979-6590.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
IV
Norma Lopez
Program Coordinator
Enclosures:
1. Project Location Map
2. National Register of Historic Places Map
3. Riverside County Assessors Map
4. When to Consult with Tribes Under Section 106 Checklist
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When To Consult With Tribes Under Section 106
Section 106 requires consultation with federally -recognized Indian tribes when a project may affect a historic property
of religious and cultural significance to the tribe. Historic properties of religious and cultural significance include:
archeological sites, burial grounds, sacred landscapes or features, ceremonial areas, traditional cultural places,
traditional cultural landscapes, plant and animal communities, and buildings and structures with significant tribal
association. The types of activities that may affect historic properties of religious and cultural significance include:
ground disturbance (digging), new construction in undeveloped natural areas, introduction of incongruent visual,
audible, or atmospheric changes, work on a building with significant tribal association, and transfer, lease or sale of
properties of the types listed above.
If a project includes any of the types of activities below, invite tribes to consult:
J significant ground disturbance (digging)
Examples: new sewer lines, utility lines (above and below ground), foundations, footings, grading, access
roads
I new construction in undeveloped natural areas
Examples: industrial -scale energy facilities, transmission lines, pipelines, or new recreational facilities, in
undeveloped natural areas like mountaintops, canyons, islands, forests, native grasslands, etc., and housing,
commercial, and industrial facilities in such areas
❑ incongruent visual changes
Examples: construction of a focal point that is out of character with the surrounding natural area, impairment
of the vista or viewshed from an observation point in the natural landscape, or impairment of the recognized
historic scenic qualities of an area
incongruent audible changes
Examples: increase in noise levels above an acceptable standard in areas known for their quiet, contemplative
experience
J incongruent atmospheric changes
Examples: introduction of lights that create skyglow in an area with a dark night sky
work on a building with significant tribal association
Examples: rehabilitation, demolition or removal of a surviving ancient tribal structure or village, or a building
or structure that there is reason to believe was the location of a significant tribal event, home of an important
person, or that served as a tribal school or community hall
J transfer, lease or sale of a historic property of religious and cultural significance
Example: transfer, lease or sale of properties that contain archeological sites, burial grounds, sacred
landscapes or features, ceremonial areas, plant and animal communities, or buildings and structures with
significant tribal association
0 None of the above apply
3601 E Mesquite Ave, Palm Springs, CA 92264 Norma Lopez
Project Reviewed By
10/11/2021
Date
State of California • Natural Resources Agency
Gavin Newsom, Governor
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
OFFICE OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION
Julianne Polanco, State Historic Preservation Officer
1725 23rd Street, Suite 100,
Telephone: (916) 445.7000
calshpo.ohp@parks.ca.gov
November 9, 2021
[VIA EMAIL)
Sacramento, CA 95816.7100
FAX: (916) 445.7053
www.ohp.parks.ca.gov
Ms. Norma Lopez
Program Coordinator
Development Services & Engineering Department
City of Palm Springs
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Armando Quintero, Director
Refer to HUD_2021_1012_003
Re: Demuth Community Center Egress & HVAC Project 3601 East Mestique Avenue, Palm Springs,
CA
Dear Ms. Lopez:
The California State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) received the consultation submittal for the
above referenced undertaking for our review and comment pursuant to Section 106 of the National
Historic Preservation Act and its implementing regulations found at 36 CFR Part 800. The regulations
and advisory materials are located at www.achp.gov.
Pursuant to 36 CFR §800.4(d) the SHPO does not object to the City of Palm Springs's finding that no
historic properties will be affected by the proposed Demuth Community Center egress and HVAC
rehabilitation and replacement project located at 3601 East Mestique Avenue. However, the City may
have additional Section 106 responsibilities under certain circumstances set forth at 36 CFR Part 800.
For example, in the event that historic properties are discovered during implementation of the
undertaking, your agency is required to consult further pursuant to §800.13(b).
We appreciate the City of Palm Springs's consideration of historic properties in the project planning
process. If you have questions please contact Shannon Lauchner Pries, Historian II, with the Local
Government & Environmental Compliance Unit by email at shannon.pries(a)parks.ca.gov .
Note that we are only sending this letter in electronic format. Please confirm receipt of this letter. If you
would like a hard copy mailed to you, respond to this email to request a hard copy be mailed.
Sincerely,
Julianne Polanco
State Historic Preservation Officer