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are based upon other projects with potent, to California black rail. Based upon re? conversations with CDFG,there are no standard minimization and avoidance me es for potential impacts to California black rail."l4fe project proponent will consult with the California Department of Fish and Game(CDFG)to determine the appropriate minimization and avoidance measures for this project. Great Blue Heron rookery. The presence of a great blue heron rookery within the project area would likely restrict construction and recreational activity during the nesting season. These minimization and avoidance measures are based upon other projects with potential impacts to great blue heron rookeries. Based upon recent conversations with CDFG,there are no standard minimization and avoidance measures for potential impacts to great blue heron rookeries. The project proponent will consult with CDFG to determine the appropriate minimization and avoidance measures for this project. Raptor species. The potential presence of raptor nests within the project area may require the project proponent to conduct preconstruction raptor nest surveys prior to the start of active construction within the general nesting season (March through mid August). The presence of active raptor nests often prohibits construction activities near an active raptor nest until the young birds have fledged. Construction buffers for nesting raptors vary depending upon the location of the nest and the nature of the project. The project proponent will consult with the California Department of Fish and Game to determine the appropriate minimization and avoidance measures for this project. Valley Elderberry Longhorn Beetle(VELB). Initial surveys detected several elderberry shrubs scattered within the upland habitats of the project. Due to the season of the survey(winter),elderberry shrubs were not readily identifiable. More elderberry shrubs may be present within the project area. Avoidance of impacts to elderberry shrubs often requires construction buffers around each shrub. Unavoidable impacts to elderberries may require shrub transplant and compensatory plantings of elderberries and associated plant species. These mitigation measures are based upon the VELB Conservation Guidelines(U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 1999). Construction buffers for the protection of elderberry shrubs vary depending upon the nature and scope of the project. The project proponent will consult with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service(USFWS)to determine the appropriate minimization,avoidance and compensatory mitigation measures for this project. The project will participate in the San Joaquin County Multi-Species Habitat Conservation and Open Space Plan(SJMSCP). Water A domestic well will be installed in Phase I to provide potable water for hand washing in accordance with the California Health and Safety Code. The water well will be constructed under permit and inspection of the San Joaquin County Environmental Health Department prior to occupancy. Sewage Disposal In Phase I, as well as in later phases,composting toilets will be used throughout the site.Waste from the toilets will be removed from the site and disposed of in a legal manner annually, or as needed.As a substitute,container pit toilets will be used with waste material containers removed and disposed of in a legal manner as needed.All waste from toilet facilities will be contained and will be disposed of off-site. A leech field will be constructed in Phase I to deal with the minimal gray-water to be produced on site. No black-water will be produced. The sewage disposal system will comply with the on site sewage standards of San Joaquin County prior to approval. The sewage disposal system will be engineered and submitted to the Environmental Health Department and the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board for approval. Solid Waste Refuse, garbage, and other solid waste material will be stored, removed and transported by a permitted solid waste hauler, by contracted agreement,to an approved landfill. Storm Drainage Impervious surfaces will be kept to a minimum. Runoff from larger roofs(conference/interpretive center)may be collected for on site use or will be directed into bioswales in landscaped areas.All paving will drain onto adjacent landscaping in a way to minimize erosion, pollution, and possible health hazards. Flood Hazard All new structures and substantial improvements located within the Federal Flood Insurance Administration Designated flood Hazard Area will be approved by the San Joaquin County Department of Public Works prior to being constructed. A State Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) permit will be obtained from the State Water Resources Control Board prior to any construction, if needed. In addition,a permit will be obtained from the State Reclamation Board for work done in the Channel, if needed. Also,a State NPDES construction permit will be obtained prior to any construction for activity those results in the disturbance of at least one acre of soil. Safety and Security The San Joaquin Delta has numerous islands which are accessed only by water,such as the St. Francis Yacht Club on Tinsley Island and the Lost Isle Marina on Acker Island. Emergency Vehicle access is readily available to this Island via McDonald Island Road and across 21 Mile Cut and Haypress Reach. During the construction activity and when the Island is complete and ready for public activity, there will be marine transport vessels available at all times to transport emergency responders to the facility. If it is possible,we intend to secure permission to use McDonald Island Road and place a dock on the McDonald Island side to transport visitors across to the facility. This dock would also facilitate getting any guest that might have an emergency need to an emergency vehicle on McDonald Island. It is also our understanding that San Joaquin County now has a permanent Air Rescue-Medical service located at the Lodi Airport.That location is approximately 15 miles due Northeast and it is approximately another 12 miles due Southeast to San Joaquin County General Hospital.There is plenty of room to designate a landing zone if required and the details can be arranged with the Air Rescue Service. It is also our intent to have a large portion of the staff fully trained in first aid with a first aid station in operation during peak summer RMEVSMPlanning Application FormsWse Permit.(Revised 6-03-04) Page 4 of 9