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RDA Resolution 1989-008 RESOLUTION NO. RDA 89-8 A RESOLUTION OF THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CERTIFYING THE COMPLETION OF A FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT RE?ORT FOR THE LA QUINTA REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 2. WHEREAS, the La Quinta Redevelopment Agency the Agency") has prepared an Environmental Impact Report the EIR") on the Redevelopment Plan for the La Quinta Redevelopment Project No. 2 the ZProject") pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act Public Resources Code Sections 21000, et seq. Z"CEQA"!), the Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act 14 California Code of Regulations, Sections 15000, et Z., the State EIR Guidelines")), and procedures adopted by the City Council relating to environmental evaluation of public and private projects; and WHEREAS, on August 15, 1988, the Agency transmitted for filing a Notice of Completion of the Draft EIR and thereafter in accordance with the State EIZ Guidelines forwarded the Draft EIR to the State Clearinghouse for distribution to those agencies which have jurisdiction by law with respect to the Project and to other interested persons and agencies, and sought the comments of such persons and agencies; and WHEREAS, notice to all interested persons and agencies inviting comments on the Draft EIR was published in the Daily News on August 23, and 30, 1988; and WHEREAS, the Draft EIR was thereafter revised and supplemented to adopt changes suggested, to incorporate comments received during the public review period, and to provide the AgencyZs and Citys response to said comments, and as so revised and supplemented, a Final EIR has been submitted to the City Council of the City of La Quinta the City Council") as a part of the Report of the City Council as supplemented to the Redevelopment Plan; and WHEREAS, a joint public hearing was opened by the Agency and the City Council on March 21, 1989, which was continued and further testimony was taken on April 18, 1989, concerning the adoption of the Redevelopment Plan and the certification of the Final EIR relating thereto, following notice duly and regularly given as required by law, and all interested persons expressing a desire to comment thereon or object thereto have been heard, and the Final EIR and all comments and responses thereto having been considered; and BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA B9-B WHEREAS, the Final EIR consists of the Draft EIR, as revised and supplemented to incorporate all comments received during the public review period and the response of the Agency and the City Council thereto. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the La Quinta Redevelopment Agency as follows: Section 1: The Agency hereby certifies that the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Project is adequate and has been completed in compliance with CEQA, the State EIR Guidelines and local procedures adopted by the City Council pursuant thereto, and that the Agency has reviewed and considered the information contained in the Final EIR. Section 2: The Agency has evaluated all comments, written and oral, received from persons who have reviewed the Draft EIR. Section 3: The Agency hereby makes and adopts the Findings of Fact, Statement of Overriding Considerations and Mitigation Monitoring Program Relating to The Environmental Impact of Redevelopment Project No. 2 as set forth in Exhibit A" attached to City Council Resolution No. and incorporated by this reference including without limitation the mitigation measures therein set forth). Zased on such Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations, the Agency hereby finds that significant environmental effects have been reduced to an acceptable level in that all significant environmental effects have been eliminated or substantially lessened except for the following: cumulative air quality impacts; displacement of existing residences and businesses resulting from redevelopment activities; incrementally increased traffic resulting from new development; increased ambient noise levels along affected roadways resulting from Project-generated traffic; increased energy consumption; and increased demand for water service. Based on the foregoing, the Agency finds and determines that the Zroject will have a significant effect upon the environment. Section 4: The Agency hereby adopts The Mitigation Monitoring Program in the aforementioned Exhibit A." O5-O4Z89 4O78nZ2338/O4 2- BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 Section 5: As to each of the significant environmental effects identified in Section 3 of this Resolution which are not eliminated or substantiZlly lessened, the Agency hereby adopts the Statement of Overriding Considerations in the aforementioned Exhibit A." Section 6: Upon appZoval and adoption of the Redevelopment Plan by the City Council, the Secretary of the Redevelopment Agency is hereby directed to file a Notice of Determination with the County Clerk of the County of Riverside pursuant to the provisions of Section 21152 of the Public Resources Code and the State EIR Guidelines adopted pursuant thereto. PASSED and ADOPTED by the La Quinta Redevelopment Agency on this 2nd day of May 1989, by the following: AYES: Mr. Bohnenberger, Mr. Rushworth, Mr. Sniff, Chairinan Pena NOES: None ABSENT: Mrs. Bosworth AZSTAIN: None JOHN PENAZmZ Z La Quinta Redevelopment Agency La Quinta Redevelopment Agency APPROVED AS TO FORM: BARRY BRANDT, City Attorney La Quinta Redevelopment Agency 05-04-89 4078n/2338/04 3- BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLIJTION NO RA 89-Z EXHIBIT A FINDINGS OF FACT, STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS AND MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 2 FINDINGS CONCERNING THE SIGNIFICANCE OF SPECIFIC ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS IDENTIFIED IN THE EIR 1. Water Drainage A. Impact The City Council as used herein City Council" includes the Agency Board of Directors) finds that potential adverse drainage impacts may result from increased runoff due to site-specific development proposals in the Project Area. However, an overall beneficial impact on drainage will result when the proposed improvements in the Redevelopment plan are implemented. B. Mitigation 1. Implementation of proposed drainage improvements will mitigate existing deficiencies and future increases in runoff. 2. The amount of grading and disturbance associated with development should be minimized. Development design should include measures to ensure adequate drainage including construction of open or closed conveyance structures and green belts. 3. For individual development projects, runoff can be reduced by using stepping stones or breaks set in previous materials for walkways, diversion of water to landscaped areas, and in the use of previous paving materials whenever possible. Landscaped irrigation Zaste and runoff can be reduced by water conservation irrigations Systems, moisture sensing devices and avoidance of mounded landscaped areas. 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 1 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 4. The California Department of Water Resources recommendations for flood drainage prevention should be considered. The recommendations contained in the La Quinta Master Plan of Drainage should be followed. 5. The methodology and criteria set forth by the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conversion Districts ZDesign Manual" should be followed. There should be one foot of minimum freeboard between the dwelling pad elevation and the 100 year water surface elevation, which shall be retained within the street rightsZofZway. 6. Within the Project Area it is recommended that RCP and RCB facilities be constructed to convey runoff to the Whitewater River and a portion of the All-American Canal. 7. At least two arterial routes of ingress and egress from the City to Interstate 10 should be available during a 100 year flood. 8. Slope and foundation design should be based on detailed soils and engineering studies. 9. Crading should be limited to dry months to minimize problems associated with sediment transport during construction. C. Finding of Significance This City Council finds that incorporation of the above mitigation measures into the Project will result in full mitigation of drainage impacts. 2. Air Quality A. Impact Construction of specific development of proposals in the Project Area will produce two sources of air pollution emissions: exhaust emissions during construction, and dust generation as a result of earth movement and equipment traffic over temporary roads. Other long-term impacts associated with future growth under the Project consist of emissions generated from stationary and mobile sources. Stationary sources will include the off-site generation of electricity 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4C62fl/2353/008 PAGE 2 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 and the on-site use of natural gas. Motor vehicles will comprise the only significant source of mobile emissions within the Project Area. B. Mitigation 1. All future development shall comply with resolutions outlined in the Southwest Desert Air Basin Control Strategyt1 a revision to the State Implementation Plan). Specifcally, all future development must comply with the requirements of the following plans. a. Air Quality Management Plan, Southwest Desert Air Basin, Riverside County; b. Air Resources Board Resolution 79-7Z; c. Air Resources Staff Report. 2. Communitywide planning stragies should stress the reduction of vehicular trips and trip lengths through encouraging commercial services convenient to residences, and alternative transportation facilities such as bicycle lanes, increased public transit, and carpooling. 3. More routine bus service should be encouraged as new growth occurs. Additional bus stop locations should be planned to invite bus ridership. 4. The generation of fugitive dust during grading activities should be minimized by frequent watering of the soil and curtailment of activities durZng periods of high winds. 5. Provide traffic signalization where feasible. 6. Provide energy conserving street lighting. C. Finding of Significance This City Council finds that the individual air quality impacts of this Project alone are potentially insignificant or reduced to a level of insignificance by implementation of the above CS/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 3 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO RA 89-8 mitigation measures. However, the cumulative air quality impacts of this Project and other development in the Southwest Desert Air Basin are significant and will only be partially mitigated by implementation of the above measures. Although the above mitigation measures shall be required to be implemented under the Project, this City Council adopts a Statement of Overriding Considerations with regard to the cumulative air quality impact of this Project See StateZnent of Overriding Considerations below). 3. Earth A. Redevelopment and development in the Project Area will require grading in order to provide for building pads and parking facilities. Circulation and drainage system improvements will also require grading activities. Such grading activities can result in the erosion of soils and exacerbate the blowsand hazard in areas subject to this condition. Very strong ground shaking, as well as possible ground rupture, can occur during a major earthquake along the major regional faults in the area. The grain-sized distribution and unconsolidated nature of sediments in the Project Area contribute to the potential for lateral spreading, liquifaction, subsidence cracking and landslides should ground shaking occur. B. Mitigation 1. Dust impacts can be minimized during grading through the use of soil dampening techniques. 2. Conformance with the latest Uniform Building Code, the Riverside County Building Code, or state-of-the-art recommendations of the Structural Engineers Association of California for seismic considerations in.the design of structures, is expected to satisfactorily mitigate the potentially adverse effects of future earthquake shaking on structures of two stories or less. Mid- or High-rise buildings may require special design analysis. The appropriate seismic design criteria will depend upon the type and use of the proposed structure and the underlying geologic conditions. O5/C4/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 4 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 3. Avoid areas most susceptible to liquefaction or use them for recreational open space purposes. Other alternative methods normally considered for mitigating or eliminating the results of liquefaction include. a) placement of additional fill to increase the overburden pressure, b) densification of subsurface soils by removal and recompaction, vibroflotation and other techniques, c) utilizing heavily reinforced shallow foundations or deep foundations piles) for structure support and d) lowering the water tables. C. Finding of Significance This City Council finds that incorporation of the above mitigation measures into the ProZect will reduce the geological impacts of the Project to a level of insignificance. 4. Noise A. Impacts There will be a significant increase in noise and vibration levels on and adjacent to specific development sites in the Project Area during demolition, excavation, grading and other construction activities. The long-term noise impacts resulting from the Project are due to an increase in average daily trips for traffic in the Project Area which, in turn, results in an incremental increase in roadway noise levels. The incremental increase in average daily trips will result in significant increases in noise levels along a number of roadways in the Project Area. B. Mitigation 1. In order to determine the most effective metZhod(s) for attaining the necessary attenuation in an effected area, an acoustical analysis should be prepared by a registered acoustical engineer, pursuant to Title 25 of the California Administrative Code. This analysis, must be prepared prior to the release of building permits for development within noise impacted areas. The analysis will set forth the specific 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 5 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-B measures to be incorporated into building design and site planning to achieve the necessary attenuation. Site planning measures, including set backs as required by City codes may provide adequate attenuation of noise. Site preparation and construction activities will be limited to daytime weekday hours, except as allowed by La Quinta Municipal Code. C. Finding of Significance This City Council finds that the noise impacts of the Project are significant and cannot be fully mitigated. Implementation of the above mitigation measures will only partially mitigate the noise impacts. Therefore, a Statement of Overriding Considerations has been adopted. See Statement of Overriding Considerations below.) 5. Public Services A. Impact Adoption of the Redevelopment Plan will facilitate growth and incrementally increase uses in the Project Area which, in turn, may be expected to result in an increased demand for fire protection services, police protection services, parks, hospitals, libraries, schools, the disposal of solid waste and mosquito abatement services. B. Mitigation Fire 1. To mitigate substandard fire protection impacts in the Project Area, a new Water delivery system that will supply water to meet the fire flow requirements stated in the latest Fire Code is needed. The system should be dZZigned to accommodate the projected buildout of the Project Area. 2. Implement the latest Fire Code and strive to attain the fire protection requirements contained in the code throughout the Project Area for new as well as existing development. 3. Implement the service requirements recommended in County's Fire Study Master Plan for La Quinta. C5/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/CO8 PAGE 6 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-B 4. Designate a portion of development fees towards the provision of an adequate fire protection system in the Project Area. 5. Implement the policies of the City General Plan, when available, regarding the provisions of the fire protection programs. Police 6. Apply a portion of development fees towards updating the law enforcement service agreement with the County as incremental demand occurs. 7. Incorporate the design and other protection requirements per the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. 8. Implement the policies of the City General Plan, when available, regarding the provision of law enforcement programs. Parks 9. To mitigate overcroZding and overuse of the La Quinta Park, locate and develop a new community park in the northern portion of the City. 10. Recognize the request by the Riverside County Parks department to coordinate planning programs to guarantee optimum park planning and redevelopment planning opportunities. 11. Apply a portion of development fees towards the provision of park facilities and other programs in the Project Area. 12. Implement the park dedication ordinance in the City requiring developer participation for dedicating or acquiring and improving park land. 13. Implement the policies of the City General Plan, when applicable, regarding park and recreation programs. 05/04/89 EXHIZIT A 4062n/2353/008 PACE 7 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 Hospital 14. Provide local health care and emergency medical treatment in La Quinta by attracting private facilities such as an out-patient clinic. 15. Implement the policies of the City's General Plan regarding the provision Cf health care service programs. Library 16. Implement the policies of the City General Plan, when available, regarding the provisions of local library services. Schools 17. To mitigate student capacity problems at existing schools used by Project Area residents, assist in the planning efforts to locate and construct new facilities for education. 18. Continue to connect the development fee for purposes of funding school facility programs. 19. Implement the policies of the City's General Plan regarding the provision of education to residents in La Quinta. Solid Waste 20. Consider establishing recycling centers throughout the Project Area for purposes of collecting and reclaiming renewal resources, thus prolonging the life of regional landfills. 21. Insure the proper location of trash collection areas in future planned developments of the Project Area to maximize the collection efficiency. 22. Implement the policies of the City's General Plan regarding the provision of a solid waste program in the Project Area. Mosquito Abatement 23. Improve drainage facilities to eliminate areas of standing water. 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/0C8 PACE 8 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 24. Promote development designs that minimize the areas that serve as breeding locations. 25. Encourage education of area residents of the health effects of mosquitos and eye gnats. C. Finding of Significance This City Council finds that upon implementation of the above mitigation measures into the Project, that the potential fire protection impacts, police protection impacts, park service impacts, hospital service impacts, library service impacts, school service impacts, solid Waste disposal impacts, and mosquito abatement services impacts in the Project Area are reduced to a level of insignificance. 8. Traffic and Circulation A. Impact Over the proposed life of the Redevelopment Plan, it is estimated that trip generation in the Project Area will increase by 58,000 trips per day. The worst case" buildout condition analyzed in the EIR would add aver 4,800 residential units with a trip generation rate of 10 trips per day per unit in addition to the 70 trips per 1,000 square feet of commercial use generated in the Project Area. B. Mitigation Measures 1. Implementation of proposed circulation system improvements will help to mitigate further, incremental increases in Project Area traffic resulting from new development. However, during the environmental review process for all new development proposals in the Project Area, individual traffic study reports which are cunZulative in scope and prepared by a licensed traffic engineer should be required. The reports Will help to ensure that any needed mitigation projects will be in place prior to the approval of any development which may result in a significant impact on the local circulation system. 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 9 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO RA 89-8 2. All the arterials in the ProjeZt Area may potentially need upgrading depending on the scale and geographic distribution of redevelopment activity. 3. The following are recommendations for street improvements, bridge and traffic signalization. Street Improvements East/West Streets o Fred Waring Drive o Westward Ho Drive o Highway 111 o Avenue 4Z Avenue 50 North/South Streets o Washington street o Adams Street o Dune Palms Road o Jefferson Street Bridges o Washington Street at Whitewater widening) o Jefferson Street at Whitewater o Avenue 50 at La Quinta Channel o Adams Street at Whitewater o Avenue 48 at La Quinta Channel o Dune Palnis at Whitewater Raised Medians o Highway 111 o Washington Street o Jefferson Street Transit Turnouts o 14 locations Traffic Signals o Route 111 at Washington Street o Route 111 at Adams Street o Route 111 at Dune Palms Road o Route 111 at Jefferson Street o Washington Street at Zred Waring Drive o Washington Street at Miles Avenue o Jefferson Street at Fred Waring Drive 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 40Z2n/23S3/C08 PAGE 10 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 o Jefferson Street at Miles Avenue o Jefferson Street at Avenue 48 o Jefferson Street at Avenue 50 C. Finding of Significance This the City Council finds that upon implementation of the above mitigation measures, no significant adverse iZnpacts will result to intersection operations or traffic circulation in the tnajority of the Project Area. However, implementation of the above mitigation measures will only partially mitigate the incremental impact of additional vehicular trips on certain Project Area roadways. Because these impacts remain significant, a Statement of Overriding Considerations has been adopted by this City Council. See Statement of Overriding Considerations below.) 7. Land Use A. Impact Implementation of the Redevelopment Plan is intended to alleviate the existing conditions of blight in the Project Area and thereby affect an overall beneficial impact on land use. Implementation of the City's General Plan land use goals is expected to result from the encouragement of commercial and residential development in the Project Area. A potential adverse impact may result if existing businesses are relocated as a result of implementation of the Redevelopment Plan. B. Mitigation 1. Relocation advisory assistance shall be furnished by the Agency to business establishments or residents, if any, whose property is acquired by the Agency in connection with implementation of the proposed Project. Relocation payments will be made to any businesses or residents displaced by the Project according to Agency rules and regulations adopted pursuant to California Government Code and guidelines. The Agency could also provide additional financial assistance which, in the Agency's opinion, may be necessary to carry out the purposes of the proposed Project, subject to the availability of funds for such purpose. 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 11 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 C. Findings of Significance This City Council finds that upon implementation of the above mitigation measures, the land use impactZ of the Project are mitigated to a level of insignificance. However, the-potential adverse impact resulting from relocation of existing businesses will only be partially mitigated and, therefore, a Statement of Overriding considerations haZ been adopted by this City Council. See Statement of Overriding Considerations below). 8. Population and Housing. A. Impact Adoption of the Redevelopment Plan will facilitate growth, thereby increasing the demand for housing in the Project Area. Estimated increases in population and housing in the Project Area are consistent with SCAG growth Projections. B. Mitigation 1 Not less than 20 percent of all taxes which are allocated to the Agency in accordance with Section 33334.2 of the California Health and Safety Code shall be used by the Agency for purposes of increasing and improving the City's supply of housing for persons and families of low and moderate income. 2. Any residential displacement resulting from Project implementation will be mitigated as described in Section 7(B)(1) above. 3. Development of the Project Area in accordance with the La Quinta General Plan is expected to ensure the attainment of the City's goals for balanced land use and housing within the community. C. Finding of Significance The resulting impact on employment and housing demand from the Project is fully mitigated by implementation of the above measures as conditions of approval or as incorporated in the 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/0C8 PAGE 12 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 Agreement concerning development of the Project. However, the residential displacement and/or relocation impact is only partially mitigated and remains significant. Therefore, this City Council adopts a Statement of Overriding Considerations for this impact. See Statement of Overriding Considerations below.) 9* Energy/Utilities A. Impact Iznplementation of the Project results in impacts on energy, water supply, and sewer services. The cumulative increase of energy consumption due to the Project will result in a significant adverse impact upon energy resources. Likewise, daily water consumption subsequent to the completion of new development in the Project Area could increase 75% as a result of Project implementa- tion. The amount of sewage generated in the Project Area will be generally eguivalent to the amount of water consumed. B. Mitigation Electricity and Natural Cas 1. Encourage the early construction of necessary facilities to accept geothermal- generated power to boost the electrical supply source. Construct an additional electrical substation south of Highway 111. This improvement should occur early-on in an effort to avoid stifling development of the Project Area. 2. Encourage the prompt completion of additional gas supply lines. Zater 3. ThZ following water conservation measures shall be added: a) Low-flush toilets Section 17921.3 of the Health and Safety Code); b) Low-flow faucets California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 6, Article 1, T20-1406F); 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4O62n/2353/0OZ PACE 13 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO RA 89-8 c) Hot water lines will be insulated in water recirculating Systems California Energy Commission regulations); d) Supply-line water pressure will be maintained at 50 pounds per square inch or less by means of pressure-reducing valves; e) Flush valve operated water closets 3 gallons per flush) shall be included; f) Drinking fountains will be equipped with self-closing valves; q) Hot water lines will be insulated to provide hot water faster with less water waste, and hot lines will be separated from cold lines; h) Conservation reminders will be posted in hotel rooms and restrooms; i) Thermostatically controlled mixing Valves will be used for hotel bath/showers. j) Water conserving models of washers will be used in laundry facilities. 4. The following water conservation measures for landscape/irrigation purposes shall be instituted: a) Drought-resistant planting materials will be used for landscaping where possible; b) The use of lawn will be minimized; c) Zulch will be applied extensively to all landscaped areas; d) Efficient irrigation systems which minimize runoff and evaporation will be installed; e) Previous paving materials will be used wherever feasible to reduce surface water runoff and facilitate ground water recharge. 05/C4/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 14 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 f) Preserve and protect existing trees and shrubs. Established plants are often adapted to low water conditions and their use saves water needed to establish replacement vegetation. g) Use previous paving materials whenever feasible to reduce surface water and runoff and aid in groundwater recharge. h) Grading of slopes should minimize surface runoff. i) Investigate the feasibility of using reclaimed wastewater, stored rainwater, or household grey water for irrigation. j) Encourage cluster development which can reduce the amount of land being converted to urban use. This will reduce the amount of impervious paving created and thereby aid in the groundwater recharge. k) Preserve natural drainage and encourage the incorporation of natural drainage systems in new developments. This will aid in groundwater recharge. 1) Flood plains and acquifier recharge areas which are the best sites for groundwater recharge should be preserved as open space. m) Local well water supplies should be conserved by utilization of Colorado river water for irrigation whenever possible. Sewer 5. All future development projects should be coxmected to the existing interim wastewater system in order to facilitate ultimate connection to the regional treatment facility. 6. The Coachella Valley Water District shall be encouraged to implement the planned regional treatment facility as soon as possible. 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/0OZ PAGE 15 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO RA 89-8 7 All future development should be connected to the existing wastewater system. C. Finding of Significance The City Council finds that upon implementation of the above mitigation measures, the impacts of the Project on energy, water supply and sewer services are partially mitigated. However, because those impacts are not fully mitigated this City Council adopts a Statement of Overriding Considerations. See Statement of Overriding Considerations below). 10. Light and Glare ImZact A. Impact Future illumination of new parking areas and ornamental lighting associated with new commercial development could impact adjoining areas, if not properly mitigated. In addition, glare impacts may occur if highly reflective exterior building materials are used in the construction of new development in Project Area. B. Mitigation 1. Lighting and parking area should not exceed one footcandle, and shall be shielded and directed away from adjoining residential uses. 2. During the required site plan review of proposed developments, the City should ensure that site improvements, including lighting and possible glare producing building exteriors do not adversely affect adjacent land uses or highways. The use of reflective glass or other reflective materials should be minimized without jeopardizing energy conversation. C. Finding of Significance The City Council finds that upon implementation of the above mitigation measures into the Project, the light and glare impacts of the Project are reduced to a level of insignificance. 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 16 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 1l* Cultural A. Impact The City shares the concern of other governmental agencies and of Native Americans to preserve significant California cultural resources and to ensure freedom of expression for the Native America religion. Areas within the proposed flood protection area may be of concern to the local Cahuilla community. Known and unknown burial places and cemeteries, places of spiritual importance, native animals and plans of traditionally usage, and major village sites could be adversely impacted by implementation of the Redevelopment Plan. B. Mitigation 1. Prior to the final design of specific development plans, a qualified archaeologist shall be retained to review these plans and to make early assessments about any project- related impacts to known archaeological sites. 2. Any area not previously systematically surveyed shall be surveyed by a qualified archaeologist when the area is approved for development. This would include development proposed for land use changes and for flood control facilities construction. 3. Prior to any project construction, a qualified archaeologist shall review final grading plans and plot any archaeologically sensitive areas within 5C0 feet of any proposed development. C. Finding of Significance The City Council finds that upon implementation of the above mitigation mZasures into the Project, the impacts of the Project on cultural resources are reduced to a level of insignificance. 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/23S3/008 PAGE 17 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 12. Other Impacts Based on the EIR and the Record before the City Council, this City Council finds that implementation of the Project results in no other significant adverse environmental impacts. FINDINCS CONCERNING THE PROJECT ALTERNATIVES This City Council has considered each of the alternatives presented in the EIR and finds those alternatives infeasible based on economic, social and other considerations as set forth below. 1. Infeasibility of the No Project Alternative The No Project Alternative would not accomplish the goals and objectives of the Redevelopment Plan. Adoption of the No Project Alternative would serve only to delay the potential adverse impacts associated with development of the Project site increased traffic, noise, air pollution and natural resource/energy consumption). If private development of sites within the Project Area does not occur in the near future, adoption of the No Project Alternative would result in a direct loss of revenue to the Redevelopment Agency as well as a potential indirect loss since the values of surrounding properties would be adversely affected. Uncertainty in development also could make it more difficult to generate developer interest in redevelopment of the Project Area. Accordingly, this City Council finds the No Project Alternative infeasible. 2. Infeasibility of the Reduced Redevelopment Alternative. The environmental impacts of the proposed Redevelop- ment Project would be greater under the reduced redevelopment alternative because reducing the size of the Project Area does not eliminate the need for the identified infrastructure improvements. The Project Area boundaries were established to recognize the land area that is most impacted and responsible for such improvements. Modification of those boundaries would reduce the Agency's ability to build and finance needed improvements. Similarly, restrictions on tax increment revenues would impact the Agency's ability to provide public improvements and facilities, acquire properties, provide rehabilitation and relocation assistance, eliminate conditions of blight, implement 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 18 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 the goals of the La Quinta General Plan, and eliminate the existing environmental deficiencies and problems occurring in the Project Area. Accordingly, this City Council finds the Reduced Redevelopment Alternative infeasible. 3. Infeasibility of the Alternative Financing Alternative. As an alternative to the Redevelopment Project, the Agency or City could attempt to undertake a similar program utilizing alternative sources of revenue Sources other than tax increment revenues). Rowever, nZ single source would be sufficient in amount or purpose to accomplish the activities contemplated by the Redevelopment Project. Accordingly, this City Council rejects the Alternative Financing Alternative as infeasible. STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS Zased on information set forth in the EIR and these Findings of Fact, this City Council finds that the adverse environmental impacts related to air quality, displacement of existing residences and business resulting from redevelopment activities, incrementally increased traffic resulting from new development, increased ambient noise levels along affected roadways resulting from Project-generated traffic, increased energy consumption, and increased demand for water service are significant environmental impacts which cannot be entirely mitigated or avoided if the Project is implemented. However these unavoidable significant effects of the Project are overridden by the benefits of the Project and the considerations described below. Therefore, this City Council hereby approves and adopts this Statement Of Overriding Considerations 1. The Redevelopment Project will remedy, remove and prevent physical blight and economic obsolescence in the Project Area. 2. The Redevelopment Project will expand the commercial and residentj;al base of the community through assisting and promoting new and continuing private sector investment. 3. The Redevelopment Project will encourage the cooperation and participation of residents, businesses, business persons, public agencies and community organizations in the redevelopment of the Project Area. 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 19 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 4. The Redevelopment Project will address environmental deficiencies including substandard vehicular circulation systemZ, inadequate water service, sewer and storm drainage Systems, and other similar public improvements. 5. The Redevelopment Project will improve and/or provide utility services such as gas, electric and telephone services where such deficiencies are adversely affecting the Project Area. 6. The Redevelopment Project will remedy the existence of inadequate drainage improvements that constrain the development of various parcels in the Project Area, the cost of which cannot be borne by private enterprise acting alone. 7, The Redevelopment Project will provide an opportunity to replan, redesign and redevelop areas within the Project Area that are economically stagnating and/or improperly utilized. 8. The Redevelopment Project will recycle and/or develop underutilized parcels to accommodate higher and better economic uses thereby improving the financial viability of the community as a whole. 9. The Redevelopment Project will provide a method to achieve an environment reflecting a high level of concern for contemporary urban design principles including architecture and landscaping. 10. The Redevelopment Project will promote the creation of new employment opportunities. 11. The Redevelopment Project will provide opportunities for the expansion of the community's supply of housing on a citywide basis) including housing opportunities for low and moderate income households. 12. The Redevelopment Project will provide an opportunity to plan and implement new development and infra- structure that will result in improved service to the Project Area. 4062n/2338/04 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 20 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO. RA 89-8 ZITIGATION MONITORING PROGRMZ1 In compliance with Public Resources Code Section 21081.6, this City Council does hereby establish the following Mitigation Monitoring Program for Redevelopment Project No. 2. This Mitigation Monitoring Program ensures compliance with all mitigation measures adopted herein as set forth above in the Findings Concerning the Significance of Environmental Impacts Identified in the EIR. In most casesZ the mitigation measures adopted herein are project specific and will be monitored by the Cityts Planning and Development staff when a proposed project in the Redevelopment project Area is submitted for review. Project specific mitigation measures can be broken down into two categories: project design mitigation measures and ongoing mitigation measures. A project design mitigation measure is one that is to be incorporated into a Specific project's design to mitigate one or more impacts identified in the Final EIR and adopted herein, e.g. the water conservation measures set forth in Section 9(B)(3) of the Findings Concerning the Significance of Environmental Impact Identified in the EIR set forth above). These mitigation measures will normally be shown on the project design plans, which plans shall not be approved until the appropriate mitigation measures herein have been incorporated into the project design. An ongoing mitigation measure is one that is associated with a specific project, but over a period of time, e.g. dust control during grading activities). Monitoring of this type of mitigation measure will be similar to that of project design mitigation measures, as noted above, except that the status of each ongoing mitigation measure will be noted at various times until no longer needed. Planning and Development staff may submit periodic reports on the status of ongoing mitigation measures as appropriate. Cumulative mitigation measures, as opposed to project specific mitigation measures, are those that address the Redevelopment Project Area as a whole. Cumulative mitigation measures will be monitored in the same way as project specific mitigation measures except that cumulative mitigation measures will usually be monitored over a greater period of time. Specific cumulative mitigatioZ measures, such as the provision of relocation advisory assistance will be monitored by the Redevelopment Agency staff. 05/04/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 21 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 RESOLUTION NO RA 89-8 In those few cases in which compliance with a mitigation measure cannot be verified through the Zlanning and Development Department or through the Agency, and specialized expertise is required, the City or the Agency may hire an outside consultant. Furthermore, it will be the responsibility of other agencies to monitor mitigation measures requested by those agencies. The City shall notify these agencies when specific mitigation measures of theirs have been included in project approvals and these agencies shall then submit a proposed program to the City which outlines the proposed monitoring program. Accordingly, these agencies shall also inform the City in writing when each of their mitigation measures has been complied with. 05/C4/89 EXHIBIT A 4062n/2353/008 PAGE 22 of 22 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02 BIB] 03-04-1997-U01 02:00:36PM-U01 RDARES-U02 89-U02 08-U02