SU0005280 - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

months! There will also be a designated"Sheriffs' Dock"to be used strictly by the San Joaquin County Sheriffs Boat Division Unit. Other security measures include forking dock gates after 10PM to minimize access to the Island after dark. Construction Construction dates will be limited to minimize or avoid impact to rookeries or California black rail and raptor nests. Construction dates and construction requiring grading would be restricted to dates established by the CDFG. Because there are no standard minimization and avoidance measures for potential impacts to rookeries or California black rail and raptor nests,the project proponent will consult with the CDFG to determine the appropriate minimization and avoidance measures for this project. Contract work will be done on weekdays.Volunteer work may be scheduled for weekends. There will be from 3-15 people working daily during Phase I and 3-25 people working daily during Phase II and III. Access to the Island is limited to boats. Phase I will require barge based construction and dredging for the drop-off dock.A small tractor will be used for clearing trails,barge based crane and a tractor/backhoe will be used for installation of pre-fabricated toilets. Phase II and III will require barges,dredging for increased dock size,tractors/backhoes,and generators to power various power tools. Materials to be used will include wood,concrete, decomposed granite, recycled lumber, metal, and other standard structure materials. Additional materials used for construction tools include diesel,gasoline, paint and/or stain, and pavement stabilizer(i.e. polypavement). All will be stored and handled appropriately to prevent spills or contamination on site.Any waste or surplus will be taken off site when construction is completed and stored or disposed of in a legal manner. Phase) A new forty foot dock and gangway for drop-off will lead visitors to a cleared Vail looping along the upland and riparian area and leading to the lower beach flats. Two 10 site tent platform camping areas will be developed for a total of 20 camp sites and a restroom at each group area. One special use camping area with 6 tent platform camp sites and a restroom will be developed on the lowland beach flats to be used by school groups and other public and private groups. Phase I construction is anticipated to be completed in 1-2 years from the date of approval of permits from all agencies with jurisdiction. Phase 11 A Main Dock will be built for day use and some overnight camping,which will give direct access to the island's upland area and conference/visitors center.A trail system will lead visitors along an interpretive nature walk,to various camping sites, day use areas, and interpretive displays. Adjacent to the main visitors/conference center is an open sided structure that can be used as a classroom, meeting hall,or space for special events. In addition an amphitheatre looking out to the channel is the perfect place for cultural and private events. Amplification equipment will not be permitted. A recreated Native American village will serve as an additional cultural and environmental education display. Demonstrations of how Native Americans used local delta plants and other resources for food shelter and ceremony. In addition portions of the village would also serve as a reserved camping area. A variety of camping areas equipped with restrooms will accommodate a variety of users from large groups to private limited access reserved spaces. Special tent platforms and use areas will concentrate use and impact. A six-site group camp area with bathrooms will be constructed on the south end of the Island. In addition,a four-site group camping area with bathrooms will be developed north of the ten-site tent platforms developed in Phase I and an eight-site tent platform area with bathrooms will also be developed to the south of the ten-site tent platforms developed in Phase I. Shoreline and dock accessible day use areas will encourage specific high use areas limiting impact on the diverse natural habitat of the island. Phase II construction is anticipated to be completed in 3-5 years from the date of approval of permits from all agencies with jurisdiction. Phase IIIA A 122 slip guest docking facility will be constructed to accommodate boats used by guests that may or may not enter onto the Island. Guests that choose to enter on the Island to enjoy the facilities and environment will pay an overnight docking fee and an entrance fee. Others may stay overnight at the dock and will pay an overnight docking fee only. Access to the Island will be limited to those that have paid an entrance fee. A security gate,which will be coded,will be provided where access will be provided from the dock to the Island. The code will change daily and will be disengaged after 10:OOPM. No access will be allowed from this facility to the Island between the hours of 10:OOPM and 7:OOAM. Phase IIIA construction is anticipated to be completed in 4-6 years from the date of approval of permits from all agencies with jurisdiction. Phase IIIB A conference/interpretive center will be built with displays that will highlight the Delta's natural and cultural history.The prominent location and 360 degree views will make the visitors center a destination for public and private groups both as a place to visit and a place for specific venues. F OEVSVCTIanning Application Forms\Use Pemiit.(Revised 6-03-04) Page 5 of 9