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evidence were made during the reconnaissance survey. Although the open areas represent suitable foraging habitat; with the implementation of recommended measures described above, impacts to this species are not anticipated. Other Biological Resources During the reconnaissance-level survey eight potential nest locations were observed in the steep banks of Pits "F"and"F/G Connection Area" approximately 30 feet high. All of these locations showed evidence of past use by birds, including white wash in cavities of sufficient size for nesting. One potential nest was observed in the remaining dirt pile in the center of Pit"F/G Connection Area." In addition, several areas on steepside slopes showed p evidence of roosting or perching, but no evidence of potential nesting. The most likely species using these areas would be ravens or owls, and possibly raptors. However, with the implementation p on of recommended measures above, impacts to the species that may be using these areas would be less than significant. Direct Take of Federal and State i Listed/SP ecal Status Species Table 4.2-3 listed special status species for which further review and evaluation is required. I P q t should be noted, however, that no listed species or evidence of listed species was observed during the reconnaissance-level survey. Based on this information and the information obtained during the reconnaissance survey combined with implementation of appropriate and recommended measures, it has been determined that the proposed Project would not significantly affect any special-status species. A project review and on-site inspection of the historic gypsum mining and disposal operations was conducted by staff of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service during January 2003 to evaluate any potential effects to listed species. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reviewed species data for the Project area and vicinity, Project information, and operational information provided by the applicant. As a result of this review,the Service concurred with the determination that the proposed action is not likely to result in take of federally listed species(USFWS 2003). Findm Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into the project that substantially lessen the potentially significant effect as identified in the Final EIR, so that environmental effects after such mitigation are reduced-to a less than significant level. Brief Explanation of the Rationale for the Finding Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21081(a)(1), the Board of Supervisors finds that the project's adherence to mitigation measures 4.2-1, 4.2-2, and 4.2-3 will reduce the potential impact of this significant effect to a less than significant level. C. Effects Of The Project That Cannot Be Mitigated To A Level Less Than Significant. None D. Cumulative Environmental Effects Of The Proposed Project That Will Have A Less Than Significant Impact On The Environment. -----...- Findings of Fact—Section 15091 March 15,2016 H.M. Holloway Landfill Modification Project Final Board of Supervisors 25