FIELD DOCUMENTS - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

Initial Study considered to be nonrenewable resources. Because of their rarity, and the scientific information they can provide,fossils are considered highly significant records of ancient life. No known paleontological resources or unique geologic features exist within the project site.Therefore, the proposed project is not likely to destroy,either directly or indirectly, a unique paleontological resource or site,or geological feature.As described in Mitigation Measure CUL 1,if such a resource should be encountered during construction,work would stop until the resource can be evaluated and a determination made of its significance and need for recovery, avoidance,and/or mitigation.Therefore, the proposed project would result in a less than significant impact on paleontological resources or unique geologic features. d) Based upon a records search,no human remains are known to exist within the project site. The project site has historically been used for agriculture, which reduces the probability of undiscovered human remains. In the unlikely event that human remains are discovered, work within the area will be stopped and the San Joaquin County Coroner will be notified immediately. Work will only resume after the investigation and in accordance with any requirements and procedures imposed by the San Joaquin County Corner.In the event that the bone most likely represents a Native American interment,the Native American Heritage Commission will be notified so that the most likely descendents can be identified and appropriate treatment can be implemented.Therefore,with the incorporation of mitigation measures the proposed project would not result in any significant impacts with respect to disturbing any human remains, including those interred outside of formal cemeteries. To ensure a less than significant impact in the event of an accidental discovery,Mitigation Measure CUL-2, in conjunction with Mitigation Measure CUL-1,shall be implemented. Mitigation Measures Mitigation Measure CUL-1: Cease Work if Prehistoric,Historic or Paleontological Subsurface Cultural Resources are Discovered During Ground-Disturbing Activities. If cultural resources are encountered, all activity in the vicinity of the find shall cease until it can be evaluated by a qualified archaeologist. If the archaeologist determines that the resources may be significant, the archaeologist will notify the City and will develop an appropriate treatment plan for the resources. The archaeologist shall consult with Native American monitors or other appropriate Native American representatives in determining appropriate treatment for unearthed cultural resources if the resources are prehistoric or Native American in nature. In considering any suggested mitigation proposed by the archaeologist in order to mitigate impacts to cultural resources, the project proponent will determine whether avoidance is necessary and feasible in light of factors such as the nature of the find,project design, costs, and other considerations. If avoidance is infeasible, other appropriate measures (e.g., data recovery)will be instituted. Work may proceed on other parts of the project site while mitigation for cultural resources is being carried out. Mitigation Measure CUL-2: Halt Work if Human Skeletal Remains are Identified During Construction.If human skeletal remains are uncovered during project construction, the project proponent(depending upon the project component)will immediately halt work, contact the San Joaquin County coroner to evaluate the remains,and follow the procedures and protocols set forth in Section 15064.5 (e)(1)of the CEQA Guidelines. If the County coroner determines that the remains are Native American,the project proponent will contact the NAHC, in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5,subdivision(c),and McHenry Avenue Road Widanina P Pct 31 ESA 1208599 In@al SWdy May 2009