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DATE: June 1, 2020
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council through City Manager;
FROM: Peggy Flynn, City Manager
Eric Danly, City Attorney
SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution Rescinding and Replacing Resolution No. 2020-056
Adopted May 4, 2020 Approving an Agreement between the City and SMART for
Design and Construction of Corona SMART Station improvements.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached resolution rescinding and replacing
Resolution No. 2020-056 adopted May 4, 2020 approving an agreement between the City and
SMART for construction of Corona SMART Station improvements and authorizing the City
Manager to sign on behalf of the City an agreement with SMART substantially in accordance with
the draft agreement included as Exhibit 1 to the resolution.
BACKGROUND
On May 4, 2020, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2020-056 approving an agreement with
SMART for the design and construction of the Corona Station. Staff now asks that the Council
consider and adopt the attached resolution rescinding and replacing Resolution No. 2020-056
approving an agreement between the City and SMART for construction of Corona SMART Station
improvements with additional supporting findings and determinations made pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The following summary provides additional
background and information on this action.
On May 16, 2016 the City Council approved Resolution No. 2016-076 N.C.S. repealing and
replacing Resolution No. 2015-191 N.C.S. and modifying the City's Traffic Impact Fees to add
funding for future SMART Station parking. Resolution No. 2016-076 responded to direction from
the City Council at their December 7, 2015 meeting to modify the City's Traffic Impact Fees to
add costs associated with achieving a second Petaluma SMART rail station at Corona Road as well
as the right of way acquisition and construction cost assumptions for the Rainier Crosstown
Connector and Interchange project.
The City contracted with Willdan Financial Services to perform a nexus analysis to evaluate the
City's ability to add Corona SMART station costs to the traffic impact fee program and the
appropriate percentage of those costs applicable to future development. At that time, the second
station was envisioned as a park-and-ride station for the Petaluma area, as illustrated in the Station
Area Master Plan from 2013. An excerpt from the Station Area Plan depicting the Corona Station
is attached as Attachment 3 to this staff report. SMART was working with Lomas Partners as a
prospective developer to realize the second station and funding support from the Developer and
the City was considered vital to increase the likelihood that Petalurna's second station was
constructed as a subsequent phase of SMART construction. It was assumed at the time that funding
for the station platform and rail improvements would be addressed through an agreement between
SMART and Lomas Partners and that the City would fund a portion of the necessary costs for
parking at the future SMART station.
Willdan reviewed the extent to which costs associated with constructing a parking structure to
support SMART ridership at the Corona station could be included in the traffic fee program.
Willdan determined that there is a nexus for including SMART parking improvements in the fee
program and that, similar to other transit improvements currently in the fee, 22.43% of the cost
can be attributed to future development. The estimated cost to construct the needed parking
improvements was $10,500,000, and based on the new development share of 22.43% identified by
Willdan, an additional $2,355,134 in improvement costs to achieve traffic relief was added to the
City's Traffic Impact Fee. The resulting increased Traffic Impact Fee has been charged on all
projects subject to the Fee since adoption of the revised fee structure in 2016. Pertinent excerpts
from 2016 amendments to the City's Traffic Impact Fee supporting the use of fee proceeds for
Corona Station improvements are included as Attachment 4.
DISCUSSION
The City Council has recently approved most of the entitlements needed for the Corona Station
Residential Project proposed by two Lomas Partners related entities, Lomas Corona Station LLC,
and Lomas SMART LLC, referred to in this staff report and attachments as "Developer." The last
remaining entitlements, the Conditional Use Permit and the Final Subdivision Map, have been
deferred at the Developer's request and will not be presented for City Council action on June 1,
2020. With two exceptions, all of the entitlements for the Corona Residential Project include as a
condition precedent that must be satisfied before the entitlements take effect that the City must
have entered an agreement with SMART for construction of a second Petaluma SMART station
at Corona. The exceptions are the ordinance approving a Development Agreement between
Developer and the City, and the Development Agreement itself. A provision in the Development
Agreement with Developer allows the City to terminate the Development Agreement without
liability if the City does not reach an agreement with SMART on a second Petaluma station at
Corona.
As part of the entitlement package for the Corona Station Residential Project, the Development
Agreement requires the Developer, in return for the benefits to the Developer under the
Development Agreement, to dedicate a 1.27 acre parcel at the corner of Corona Road and North
McDowell to SMART for parking associated with the Corona SMART Station. Additionally, the
Development Agreement requires the Developer to deposit into escrow funds necessary to close
escrow on the purchase of the Downtown SMART Property from SMART, the sale proceeds of
which SMART will use to fund the Corona SMART Station improvements. These requirements
are also contained in the agreement between Lomas SMART and SMART executed October 12,
2019. The initial scheduled closing for the Lomas/SMART purchase and sale agreement was May
19, 2020. The purchase and sale agreement has been amended to extend the closing date to the
earlier of November 19, 2020, or when the City approves the entitlements for the Downtown
SMART Property and the appeal period has expired. The Development Agreement between the
City and Developer also provides for the City's depositing $2 million in Traffic Impact Fee
proceeds into the Lomas/SMART escrow. Under the Development Agreement, the City
contribution from Traffic Impact Fee proceeds will make up $2 million of the $8 million required
to close escrow on the sale of the Downtown SMART property pursuant to the October 12, 2019
agreement between the Developer and SMART. Therefore, as specified in the Development
Agreement, in addition to depositing into escrow a grant deed conveying the 1.27 acre parcel to
SMART, the Developer also must deposit the $6 million balance into escrow needed to close
escrow in accordance with the October 12, 2019 agreement between Developer and SMART, less
the Developer's deposit.
Staff originally hoped to present to the City Council a final agreement with SMART for a second
station at Corona on February 24, 2020. It turned out, however, that additional discussion was
required to arrive at agreement terms that could be approved by both the City Council and the
SMART Board. On March 12, 2020, Tom Lyons, SMART's General Counsel, provided proposed
revisions to the draft presented to the City Council on February 24. On March 13, 2020, Mayor
Barrett, City Manager Peggy Flynn and City Attorney Eric Danly met with Supervisor and
SMART Board Member David Rabbit, SMART General Manager Farhad Mansourian, and Tom
Lyons to finalize the agreement for a second SMART station at Corona. Staff prepared a revised
draft agreement reflecting the parties' discussions on March 13, 2020 and transmitted that draft to
SMART on April 8, 2020. SMART staff sent further revised edits on April 15, 2020. We sent
further comments on the draft agreement to SMART on April 20, 2020, and met online with Mr.
Mansourian and Mr. Lyons on April 23 to finalize an agreement. The draft Corona Station
Agreement being presented for City Council consideration (Exhibit 1 to Attachment 1) is the result
of the April 23 meeting. A redline version of that agreement showing the revisions to the draft
from the March 13 meeting is included as Attachment 2. The Corona Station Agreement included
with this staff report is unchanged from the version considered and approved by the City Council
on May 4, 2020, except for revisions as a result of the amended closing date under the
Lomas/SMART purchase and sale agreement, and the City Council's direction to delay the second
reading of Ordinance No. 2278 N.C.S approving an amendment to the Depot lease until after the
SMART Board has acted to approved the Corona Station Agreement.
Exhibit 1 to Attachment 1 is largely the same as the Corona Station Agreement presented to the
City Council on February 24, but with some important changes. First, Exhibit 1 addresses the
possibility that the proposal SMART receives for the Corona Station work exceeds the $8 million
that SMART will receive for sale of the Downtown SMART property. Section 2.3 of the
Agreement specifies that in that case, SMART would use the City's $2 million contribution, and
match it with $2 million in SMART funds, for initial Corona Station costs, such as design, pre -
construction costs and initial construction costs, while SMART works to obtain the necessary
funding from state and/or federal sources to completely fund the Corona Station project. Exhibit
1 to Attachment 1 also includes a change requiring the City to indemnify SMART for a third party
challenge to the Corona Station Agreement whether or not the City chooses to terminate the
agreement before close of escrow; language requiring cooperation regarding an amendment to the
City's lease agreement with SMART for the Depot property; a change requiring the City to issue
SMART encroachment permits for the Corona Station work at no cost to SMART; a provision
requiring the City Council to introduce an ordinance approving an amendment to the City's lease
agreement with SMART for the Depot property by May 4, 2020. and a new "no -third -party -
beneficiary clause" to the Agreement. The Corona Station Agreement that the City Council
approved on May 4, 2020 included a requirement that the amendment to the Depot lease take effect
by June 18, 2020. However, when the City Council introduced the ordinance approving the
amendment, the Council gave staff direction to delay adoption of the ordinance until after the
SMART Board has approved the Corona Station Agreement. As a result, the lease amendment
effective date in the attached agreement has been revised accordingly.
The draft City/SMART agreement for Corona Station provides for allocation of $2 million in City
Traffic Impact Fee funds for Corona SMART Station improvements, which will provide traffic
relief in Petaluma via commuter use of the Corona SMART Station in accordance with the Traffic
Impact Fee amendments the City Council adopted on May 16, 2016, and the supporting nexus
analysis. The agreement recognizes that the City's payment of $2 million allocated to the Corona
SMART Station improvements is a critical element of achieving the Station and essential
consideration for Developer's purchase of the Downtown SMART Property, as well as the City's
approval of the associated Development Agreement between the City and Developer and the other
entitlements concerning the Corona Station Residential Project.
As noted above, it has been planned since the City updated its traffic development impact fees on
May 16, 2016, that the City funding for the Corona station would come entirely from Traffic
Impact fee proceeds, and that the City contribution would be allocated entirely to parking
improvements for the station. However, as a result of changing cost estimates for the Corona
Station project, the City's financial contribution will need to be designated more generally for the
Corona station improvements, which may include design, station construction, parking
improvements and other costs, pursuant to SMART's design/build contract. Accordingly, it has
been necessary for the City to revisit its Traffic Development Impact Fee legislation to confirm
that Traffic Fee proceeds may be used for Corona Station improvement costs more generally and
not strictly for parking improvements.
The justification or nexus for using Traffic Impact Fees for the Corona Station project remains the
traffic relief that the second Petaluma station will provide. Because of the need to provide for the
use of Traffic Impact Fee proceeds for Corona Station improvements generally, and to validate
that use through further fee analysis, the Development Agreement between the City and Developer
was revised to permit the City to supplement the City's Corona Station funding from another
eligible source in case updated traffic fee analysis did not support funding the entire $2 million
from Traffic Fee proceeds.
Staff have consulted with Willdan, the consultants that prepared the 2016 update to the City's
Traffic Impact fees regarding whether the City's current Traffic Impact fee revenues could
permissibly be used for Corona Station costs more broadly (not just parking improvements).
Willdan has confirmed that using City traffic fee proceeds for Corona Station costs generally as
currently planned is permitted under the City's existing Traffic Impact Fee legislation because the
nexus (traffic relief due to Corona Station SMART ridership) is the same, and the costs are also
comparable. As a result, the City will not need to rely upon the extra flexibility incorporated into
the Development Agreement with Developer to permit the City to use other funds than Traffic Fee
proceeds for the Corona Station improvements. The City may rely entirely on Traffic Fee proceeds
to provide $2 million toward the Corona Station project costs in accordance with the Development
Agreement and the Corona Station Agreement with SMART.
SMART has indicated that construction work for the Corona SMART Station must coincide with
the construction work on the planned Windsor SMART station originally scheduled to begin in
March 2020 while SMART's contractor is available to do the work. SMART intends to provide
for the Corona Station work by issuing a change order to the design build contract for the Windsor
station to add the Corona station work. Per the agreement between Lomas SMART and SMART,
the payment for purchase of the Downtown SMART Property and dedication of 1.27 acres at
Corona Road and McDowell Boulevard must occur before the scheduled closing on the Downtown
SMART Property purchase. Although the Lomas/SMART purchase agreement closing has now
been extended, SMART staff indicate that finalization of the Corona Station Agreement remains
time sensitive in the context of SMART budget deliberations currently under way addressing
among other issues budgetary challenges due to greatly reduced ridership and related fare revenues
due to COVID-19.
The proposed agreement between the City and SMART (Exhibit 1 to Attachment 1) requires
SMART to design and construct station improvements to provide a second SMART station at
Corona Road in the City subject to applicable regulatory approvals, including those of the
California Public Utilities Commission and the Federal Rail Authority. SMART will be
responsible for obtaining all governmental and other approvals required for construction of the
Corona Station project. The Agreement provides that if the change order proposal for the Corona
Station work does not exceed $8 million, then within 60 days of close of escrow on the Lomas
SMART purchase of the Downtown SMART Property pursuant to the Developer/SMART
Agreement, SMART will initiate a request for change order and proposal from SMART's existing
train system contractor for design and construction of the Corona Station project. Alternatively,
as noted above, the Agreement provides that if the Corona Station proposal exceeds $8 million,
SMART will use the $2 million in City Funds and match it with $2 million in SMART funds to
start design and construction work on the Corona Station while SMART seeks additional funding
to complete the project.
Per the City/SMART agreement, the City will deposit $2 million into the escrow account for the
Developer/SMART purchase and sale agreement at least two business days before the close of
escrow, so that the close of escrow on the purchase of the Downtown SMART Property can occur
in accordance with the Developer /SMART Agreement, as amended. The City's contribution of
$2 million to the cost of constructing the Corona Station Project will be the maximum City
contribution to funding of the Corona Station project, and SMART will require no further funding
from the City for completion of the Corona Station project (although additional funding from other
sources may be necessary if the Corona Station Project costs exceed $8 million).
Also, as noted above, the draft Agreement in Exhibit 1 also provides for the City and SMART
amending the Depot Lease agreement between SMART and the City to provide for the City's and
SMART's shared use of parking spaces on the Downtown Depot Property, and design and
construction by SMART of new access, striping and related improvements on the Depot Property,
as required as a result of sale and development of the Downtown SMART Property and loss of
SMART parking on the Downtown SMART Property. Approval of the Corona Station Agreement
on behalf of SMART is subject to SMART Board approval, just as it is subject to City Council
approval on behalf of the City.
Environmental Analysis
The Corona Station Project was included in the environmental analysis conducted by the SMART
District for the Sonoma -Marin Area Rail Transit Project, which resulted in a certified
Environmental Impact Report (EIR), adoption of a Mitigation Monitoring Plan (MMP), and
supplemental documentation (SCH 2002112033). The SMART Project EIR addresses the
potential environmental effects of project components (inclusive of the Corona Station) and
identifies mitigation measures to avoid, reduce or offset impacts. Petaluma City staff considered
the EIR and reviewed the most recent MMP, dated January 2011. As certified in 2006, the SMART
EIR conservatively identified the following significant and unavoidable (SU) impacts, but, based on current
infonnation, both of these impacts can now be found to be less than significant (LTS) with mitigation:
• T-1: Degraded level of service on local streets (SU if mitigation infeasible)
• N-5: Train Horn noise (with quiet zones, impacts would be reduced to the LTS)
As presented in the SMART DEIR, mitigation measure T-1 does not apply to the Corona Station
because no level of service impact was identified for the Corona Station. Furthennore, the Corona
Station will not result in significant and unavoidable impacts due to degraded level of service
because level of service is no longer considered an environmental impact under CEQA (SB 743).
In terms of potential train noise impacts, identified in SMART's DEIR, the Corona Station would
not create a new crossing that would trigger new horn noise from trains, as a crossing already
exists. Furthermore, the City of Petaluma has implemented quiet zones at all existing at -grade
crossings citywide, which includes the existing crossing of Corona Road, adjacent to the Corona
Station site.
All other impacts identified in the SMART EIR were determined to be reduced to less than
significant levels with mitigation. The Corona Station is an included project within the SMART Project
EIR certified by the SMART District. No additional impacts that were not previously disclosed have been
identified. In accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15096, the SMART District as the lead
agency is responsible for implementing all applicable mitigation measures. As a responsible agency,
the City of Petaluma has conducted a review of SMART's MMP for the Corona Station, Exhibit 2 to
Attachment 1 hereto, which identified applicable measure to be implemented by SMART and supporting
findings in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15096. Thus, CEQA review in the form of an EIR
has been completed for the Corona Station Project and no subsequent or supplement CEQA analysis is
required.
COUNCIL GOAL ALIGNMENT
Approval of the Corona Station Agreement is in alignment with Workplan Item #22 to complete
the second SMART station at Corona as included in the City Council goals for 2019-2021.
FINANCIAL IMPACTS
Approval of the Corona Station Agreement involves the City's contribution of $2 million for
improvements associated with the Corona SMART station. The City's contribution will be
sourced entirely from Traffic Impact Fee revenues.
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Attachment 1: Resolution Approving the Corona Station Agreement between the City and SMART
Exhibit 1: Draft Corona Station Agreement
Exhibit 2: City of Petaluma CEQA Review of and CEQA Findings for Corona Station
Attachment 2: Redline draft agreement showing changes to the draft reflecting the March 13, 2020
meeting with Supervisor Rabbitt, Mayor Barrett, and SMART and City staff
Attachment 3: Excerpt from the 2013 Station Area Master Plan
Attachment 4: Excerpt from the 2016 Traffic Impact Fee Amendment
ATTACHMENT 1
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF PETALUMA RESCINDING AND REPLACING
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-056 AND APPROVING AN
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PETALUMA
AND THE SONOMA MARIN AREA RAIL TRANST
DISTRICT FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF
CORONA STATION IMPROVEMENTS
WHEREAS, Lomas Corona Station LLC, the owner of property at 890 North McDowell
Boulevard, APN 137-061-019, in Petaluma ("Corona Property") and Lomas SMART LLC, which
is in contract to purchase property owned by SMART located at 315 East D Street, APN 007-131-
003, in Petaluma ("Downtown SMART Property") are under the same management and
ownership, and are referred to in this resolution as the "Developer;" and
WHEREAS, the Downtown SMART property is adjacent to property owned by SMART
located on A.P.N. 007-131-004 ("Depot Property") that contains SMART station and depot and
other improvements and that is subject to a lease agreement between SMART and the City ("Depot
Lease"), and the City licenses the Depot Property to the Downtown Business Association and the
Petaluma Arts Alliance for office space use; and
WHEREAS, Developer has submitted applications to the City for approval of
development of the Corona Station Residential Project (the "Corona Project") on the Corona
Property, including applications for a Zoning Text Amendment ("Corona Zoning Amendment"),
a Development Agreement ("Development Agreement'), a Density Bonus and Development
Concession/Incentive ("Corona Density Bonus"), a Tentative Subdivision Map ("Corona
Tentative Map"), Conditional Use Permit ("Corona Use Permit'), and Site Plan and Architectural
Review ("Corona SPAR") for a 110 unit residential project within the MU 1 B zone with Flood
Plain -Combining (FP -C) Overlay, on the Corona Property; and
WHEREAS, Developer is in contract with SMART to purchase the Downtown SMART
Property which shall in turn be sold to the Hines company ("Hines") for development of a
residential project ("Downtown Project') on the Downtown SMART Property; and
WHEREAS, Developer has provided the City conceptual plans for the Downtown Project,
but no application has been submitted to the City for the Downtown Project, and the conceptual
plans for the Downtown Project indicate a project consisting of 402 residential units and ground
floor tenant amenity uses; and
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WHEREAS, Developer plans to use the proceeds from Developer's sale of the Corona
Project to purchase the Downtown SMART Property from SMART, and to sell the Downtown
SMART Property to Hines, including City -approved alternative inclusionary housing compliance,
but otherwise subject to future City approval of subsequent entitlement applications to be
submitted by Hines; and
WHEREAS, Developer's fee ownership of the Corona Property entitles Developer to
engage in the development of the Corona Property in accordance with Section 23.030 of the City
Development Agreement Requirements; and
WHEREAS, Developer's contractual obligation to purchase the Downtown SMART
Property in accordance with the Developer/SMART Agreement entitles the Developer to engage
in Development of the Downtown SMART Property in accordance with Section 23.030 of the City
Development Agreement Requirements subject to the terms of the Developer/SMART Agreement;
and
WHEREAS, the agreement between Developer and SMART dated October 12, 2019, as
amended pursuant to the First Amendment dated as of April 28, 2020 ("Developer/SMART
Agreement") is attached to and made a part of the Development Agreement, and in accordance
with Section 9(a) of the Developer/SMART Agreement, as amended, the close of escrow on the
purchase of the Downtown SMART Property is required to occur by the earlier of November 19,
2020, or when the City approves the entitlements for the Downtown SMART Property and the
appeal period has expired; and
WHEREAS, Section 2(a) of the Developer/SMART Agreement as amended requires as
consideration for purchase of the Downtown SMART Property a payment of $8 million, and in
accordance with Section 9(c) of the Developer/SMART Agreement, as amended, Developer must
deposit into escrow the remainder of the $8 million purchase amount, less a non-refundable deposit
already given by Developer and closing costs allocable to Developer by no later than 2 business
days prior to the close of escrow; and
WHEREAS, Section 9(d), the Developer/SMART Agreement as amended also requires
Developer to dedicate to SMART 1.27 acres of land at the corner of McDowell Boulevard and
Corona Road in Petaluma for the Corona SMART Station improvements, and the Corona Tentative
Map includes such 1.27 acres of land as a remainder parcel; and
WHEREAS, SMART intends to use the proceeds from sale of the Downtown SMART
Property for the cost of design and construction of the Corona SMART Station on land at
McDowell Boulevard and Corona Road in Petaluma, with terms regarding the design and
construction of the Corona SMART Station being the subject of the proposed agreement to be
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executed between SMART and the City pursuant to the authorization provided by this resolution;
and
WHEREAS, in 2016, the City contracted with Willdan Financial Services ("Willdan") to
perform a nexus analysis to determine the City's ability to fund the cost of parking improvements
for the Corona Station project from the City's traffic development impact fees; and
WHEREAS, Willdan determined that a nexus exists for including parking structure
improvements for the Corona SMART Station in the City's traffic impact fee program, that similar
to other transit improvements included in the fee program, 22.43% of the cost of the Corona Station
parking improvements could be attributed to future development, and that based on an estimated
parking structure improvement cost of $10,500,000, $2,355,134 of the parking structure
improvement costs could be recovered through an increase in the City's traffic impact fees; and
WHEREAS, on May 16, 2016, the City Council approved Resolution No. 2016-076
N.C.S. repealing and replacing Resolution No. 2015-191 N.C.S and modifying the City's traffic
impact fee program based on the Willdan analysis to add up to $2,355,134 in funding for parking
improvements for the Corona SMART Station; and
WHEREAS, the City has anticipated since updating City traffic impact fees on May 16,
2016 that City funding for the Corona SMART station would come entirely from traffic impact
fee proceeds, and that City funding for the Corona SMART station would be allocated entirely to
parking improvement costs; and
WHEREAS, as a result of changing cost estimates for the Corona Station project, the City
financial contribution must be designated more generally for Corona Station improvements, which
may include station design, construction, parking improvements and other costs, pursuant to
SMART's designibuild contract; and
WHEREAS, Willdan, the consultants that prepared the 2016 update to the City's Traffic
Impact fees have confirmed that using City traffic fee proceeds for Corona Station costs is
permitted under the City's existing Traffic Impact Fee legislation because the nexus - traffic relief
due to Corona Station SMART ridership - is unchanged, and the costs are also comparable, and,
as a result, the City may rely entirely on Traffic Impact Fee proceeds to provide $2 million toward
the Corona Station project costs; and
WHEREAS, the attached, proposed City/SMART Agreement provides for allocation of
$2 million in City funds for the Corona SMART Station improvements, which will provide traffic
relief in Petaluma via commuter use of the Corona SMART Station consistent with the purposes
of use of Traffic Impact fee proceeds for the Corona SMART Station; and
WHEREAS, Developer's payment for purchase of the Downtown SMART Property in
accordance with the Developer/SMART Agreement, the proceeds of which are to be used to fund
construction of the Corona SMART Station, and Developer's dedication of 1.27 acres of land at
McDowell Boulevard and Corona Road for the Corona SMART Station are critical elements of
achieving the Corona SMART Station and essential consideration regarding the City's review of
the Corona Project, the Downtown Project, and the Development Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City's payment of $2 million in City traffic impact fee proceeds allocated
the Corona SMART Station improvements is also a critical element of achieving the Corona
SMART Station and essential consideration for purchase of the Downtown SMART Property and
the Development Agreement; and
WHEREAS, SMART indicates that construction work for the Corona SMART Station
must coincide with the construction work on the planned Windsor SMART station originally
scheduled for March 2020, such that Developer's payment for the Downtown SMART Property
and dedication of 1.27 acres at Corona Road and Mc Dowell Boulevard must occur before the
scheduled closing on the Downtown SMART Property purchase for the Second Petaluma Station
construction to proceed in conjunction with the Windsor station; and
WHEREAS, the justification for entering into the Development Agreement with the
Developer regarding the Corona Station Residential Project and the Downtown Project and the
special long-term project considerations that make preservation of existing zoning requirements
desirable throughout the life of the Corona Project, or so long as otherwise provided in the
Development Agreement, consist of dedication of land for, and funding of, construction of the
Corona SMART Station on land at McDowell Boulevard and Corona Road in Petaluma, as well
as considerations regarding inclusionary housing compliance of the Corona and Downtown
projects; and
WHEREAS, the potential environmental impacts of the Corona Station Residential
Project were identified and analyzed in accordance with the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") and the CEQA Guidelines, and an Initial Study/Mitigated
Negative Declaration ("IS/MND") was prepared to address potential environmental impacts of the
Project; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State Development Agreement Law and the City
Development Agreement Requirements, notice of a public hearing before the Planning
Commission on the Corona Project Approvals, including the Development Agreement was mailed
to all property owners within a 1,000 foot radius of the Corona Property, and a public hearing
notice was published once in the Petaluma Argus Courier on October 17, 2019, twenty-seven days
prior to the Planning Commission hearing on the Corona Project and the Development Agreement;
and
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WHEREAS, on November 12, 2019, November 19, 2019, and January 14, 2020, the
Planning Commission held public hearings on the Corona Project Approvals, including the
Development Agreement, at which time interested persons had an opportunity to testify either in
support or opposition; and
WHEREAS, at the November 19, 2019 public hearing on the Corona Project Approvals,
including the Development Agreement, the Planning Commission considered the IS/MND
prepared for the Corona Project, and deliberated on the IS/MND and the Corona Project
Approvals, including the proposed Development Agreement, and by a vote of 5-2 adopted
Resolution no. 2019-017 recommending approval of the IS/MND, Resolution no. 2019-018
recommending City Council denial of the Development Agreement, Resolution No. 2019-019
recommending denial of the Corona Density Bonus, and Resolution no. 2019-020 recommending
denial of the Corona Tentative Map; and
WHEREAS, at the January 14, 2020 public hearing on the Corona Zoning Amendment
the Planning Commission by a vote of 6-1 adopted Resolution No. 2020-01 denying the Corona
Zoning Amendment; and
WHEREAS, on January 15, 2020 the Developer submitted an application appealing the
Planning Commission's denial of the Corona Zoning Amendment; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State Development Agreement Law and the City
Development Agreement Requirements, notice of a public hearing before the City Council on the
Project Approvals, including the Development Agreement, was mailed to all property owners
within a 1,000 foot radius of the Corona Property, and a public hearing notice was published once
in the Petaluma Argus Courier on January 16, 2020, 11 days prior to the City Council hearing on
the Project Approvals, including the Development Agreement; and
WHEREAS, on January 27, 2020 the City Council held a public hearing on the Corona
Project Approvals, including the Development Agreement, at which time interested persons had
an opportunity to testify either in support or opposition; and
WHEREAS, at the January 27, 2020 public hearing on the Corona Project Approvals,
including the Development Agreement, the City Council considered Planning Commission
Resolution no. 2019-017 recommending approval of the IS/MND prepared for the Corona Project,
Resolution no. 2020-001 denying the Corona Zoning Amendment, Resolution no. 2019-018
recommending denial of the Development Agreement, Resolution no. 2019-019 recommending
denial of the Corona Density Bonus, and Resolution no. 2019-020 recommending denial of the
Corona Tentative Map, and deliberated on the IS/MND and the Corona Project Approvals sought,
including the Development Agreement; and
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WHEREAS, following the January 27, 2020 public hearing on the Corona Project
Approvals, the City Council continued the hearing to a date certain of February 10, 2020; and
WHEREAS, the planned February 10, 2020 City Council meeting was cancelled; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State Development Agreement Law and the City
Development Agreement Requirements, notice of a public hearing before the City Council on the
Corona Project Approvals on February 24, 2020, including the Development Agreement, was
mailed to all property owners within a 1,000 radius of the Property, and a public hearing notice
was published once in the Petaluma Argus Courier on February 13, 2020, 11 days prior to the City
Council hearing on the Corona Project Approvals, including the Development Agreement; and
WHEREAS, on February 24, 2020 the City Council held a public hearing on the Corona
Project Approvals, including the Development Agreement, at which time interested persons had
an opportunity to testify either in support or opposition; and
WHEREAS, at the February 24, 2020 public hearing on the Corona Project Approvals,
including the Development Agreement, the City Council considered Planning Commission
Resolution no. 2019-017 recommending approval of the IS/MND prepared for the Corona Project,
Resolution no. 2020-001 denying the Corona Zoning Amendment, Resolution no. 2019-018
recommending denial of the Development Agreement, Resolution no. 2019-019 recommending
denial of the Corona Density Bonus, and Resolution no. 2019-020 recommending denial of the
Corona Tentative Map, and deliberated on the IS/MND and the Corona Project Approvals sought,
including a resolution approving the IS/MND, an ordinance approving the appeal and introducing
the Corona Zoning Amendment, an ordinance introducing the Development Agreement, a
resolution approving the Corona Density Bonus, and a resolution approving the Corona Tentative
Map, and considered all of the information contained in the record concerning the proposed Project
Approvals including the Development Agreement, and approved the Project Approvals, including
the ordinance introducing the Development Agreement; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Article XI, Section 7, of the California Constitution, the
City may make and enforce within its limits all local, police, sanitary, and other ordinances and
regulations not in conflict with general laws; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Article, XI, Section S, of the California Constitution, as
a charter City, the City may make and enforce all ordinances and regulations in respect to
municipal affairs, subject only to restrictions and limitations provided in its charter, and with
respect to municipal affairs, the City's ordinances and regulations shall supersede all inconsistent
state laws; and
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WHEREAS, in accordance with Article XI, Section 9, of the California Constitution, the
City may establish, purchase and operate public works to furnish residents with light, water, power,
heat, transportation, and means of communication; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 54 of the Petaluma Charter, the City, by and
through its council and other officials, shall have and may exercise all powers necessary or
appropriate to the municipal corporation and the general welfare of its inhabitants, which are not
prohibited by the constitution, and the specifications in the Petaluma Charter of any particular
powers shall not be held to be exclusive or any limitation of the City's general grant of powers;
and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 54981 of the Government Code, the City may
localcontract with any other • performance of municipal services or
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 105032 of the Public Utilities Code, the SMART
Board has the power to own, operate, manage, and maintain a passenger rail system within the
territory of the district, and to determine the rail transit facilities, including ancillary bicycle and
pedestrian pathways, to be acquired and constructed by SMART, the manner of operation, and the
means to finance them; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 105070 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART
may make contracts and enter into stipulations of any nature whatsoever, employ labor, and do all
acts necessary and convenient for the full exercise of SMART's granted powers; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 105085 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART
may take by grant, purchase, devise, or lease, or condemn in proceedings under eminent domain,
or otherwise acquire, and hold and enjoy, real property of every kind within or without the district
necessary to the full or convenient exercise of its powers, and may lease, mortgage, sell, or
otherwise dispose of any real or personal property when in its judgment it is in the best interests
of SMART to do so; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 105096 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART
may acquire, construct, own, operate, control, or use rights-of-way, rail lines, stations, platforms,
switches, yards, terminals, parking lots, and any and all other facilities necessary or convenient for
rail transit within and without the district, together with all physical structures necessary or
convenient for the access of persons and vehicles thereto, including ancillary bicycle and
pedestrian pathways, and may acquire or contract for any interest in or rights to the use or joint
use of any or all such facilities; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 105101 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART
may enter into agreements for the joint use of any property and rights by SMART and any city,
public agency, or public utility operating transit facilities and may enter into agreements with any
city, public agency, or public utility operating any transit facilities, wholly or partially within or
without the district, for the joint use of any property of SMART or of the city, public agency, or
public utility, or for the establishment of through routes, joint fares, transfer of passengers, or
pooling agreements; and
WHEREAS, the potential environmental impacts of the Sonoma Marin Area Transit
(SMART) Project, inclusive of the Corona Station Project, were identified and analyzed in
accordance with the requirements of CEQA by the lead agency, the SMART District, and an
Environmental Impact Report was certified by resolution (No. 2006-05 and 2008-05) addressing
potential environmental impacts of the Project (SMART EIR, SCH # 2002112033); and
WHEREAS, the SMART District, as the lead agency, adopted a Mitigation Monitoring
Plan (SMART MMP, January 2011), to be implemented for the SMART Project, inclusive the
Corona Station Project; and
WHEREAS, the SMART District, as the lead agency is responsible for implementing the
adopted MMP, inclusive of all measures applicable to the Corona Station; and
WHEREAS, the City of Petaluma, as a responsible agency, has reviewed the SMART EIR
and has accepted the analysis and supporting documentation as adequate; and
WHEREAS, the City of Petaluma, as a responsible agency, has reviewed the SMART EIR
and MMP, and evaluated whether the City's actions to facilitate the Corona Station would result in
any new or more severe significant environmental impacts, and none have been identified; and
WHEREAS, the City of Petaluma, as a responsible agency, has determined based on the
City's Review of the SMART MMP for Corona Station (Exhibit 2) and findings therein, that there
have not been any changes to the project or in surrounding circumstances, or that there is any other
relevant new information, that warrant subsequent or supplemental environmental review under
CEQA Guidelines section 15162; and
WHEREAS, the City of Petaluma, as a responsible agency, finds that development of the
Corona Station will not result in any unmitigated significant unavoidable impacts on the
environment, and that SMART has already adopted and committed to implementing all identified
measures needed to mitigate identified impacts from the Corona Station to a less than significant
level;
NOW, THEREFORE, the Council of the City of Petaluma does hereby resolve as follows:
1. Recitals Made Findings. The above recitals are hereby declared to be true and
correct and are incorporated into this resolution as findings of the City Council.
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2. Agreement Covered Under Certified EIR: Approval of the City/SMART
Agreement is not subject to subsequent or supplemental environmental review
because the environmental impacts from development and operation of the Corona
Station have already been assessed in the SMART EIR and supporting documentation
(SCH #2002112033). The City/SMART agreement relates to the provision of funds
for the design and construction of the Corona SMART station, which was included in
the certified EIR conducted for the SMART Project. No further environmental review
is warranted. The Council adopts all CEQA Findings set forth in the attached "City of
Petaluma CEQA Review of and CEQA Findings for Corona Station," a copy of which
is attached hereto as Exhibit 2.
3. Resolution 2020-056 Rescinded. Resolution 2020-056 adopted May 4, 2020, is
hereby rescinded and of no further force or effect.
4. Agreement for Corona Station Improvements Approved. The Agreement between
the City of Petaluma and the Sonoma Marin Are Rail Transit District
("SMART") for Construction of Corona Station Improvements in the City of
Petaluma and Related Matters ("Corona Station Improvements Agreement") which is
attached to and made a part of this resolution as Exhibit 1 is hereby approved.
5. City Manager Authorized to Execute Agreement. The City Manager is hereby
authorized and directed to execute an agreement for Corona Station Improvements
with SMART substantially in accordance with that attached as Exhibit 1, subject to
such changes to the agreement deemed necessary or appropriate by the City Manager
and approved by the City Attorney to affect the intended purposes of this resolution.
6. Construction of the Corona Station Improvements Subject to All Applicable
Laws. SMART's construction of the Corona Station Improvements shall be subject
to compliance with all laws and regulatory approvals applicable thereto, including,
without limitation, approvals required pursuant to the California Environmental
Quality Act ("CEQA").
7. Severability. The City Council hereby declares that every section, paragraph,
sentence, clause, and phrase of this resolution is severable. If any section, paragraph,
sentence, clause or phrase of this resolution is for any reason found to be invalid or
unconstitutional, such invalidity, or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or
constitutionality of the remaining sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases.
8. Resolution Effective Immediately. This Resolution shall take effect immediately
upon its adoption.
ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED this 1 st day of June, 2020.
Teresa Barrett, Mayor
Claire Cooper, City Clerk
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FOUR 1111.19K
Agreement
between
the City of Petaluma
and
the Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit District
for
Construction of Corona Station Improvements in the City of Petaluma
and Related Matters
This agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of , 2020 by and between the
City of Petaluma, a California municipal corporation and charter city ("City"), and the Sonoma
Marin Area Rail Transit District ("SMART"), a regional transportation district.
Recitals
A. Lomas Corona Station LLC, the owner of property at 890 North McDowell
Boulevard, APN 137-061-019, in Petaluma ("Corona Property") and Lomas SMART LLC, which
is in contract to purchase property owned by SMART located at 315 East D Street, APN 007-131-
003, in Petaluma ("Downtown SMART Property") are under the same management and
ownership, and are referred to in this Agreement as the "Developer."
B. The Downtown SMART property is adjacent to property owned by SMART,
A.P.N. 007-131-004 ("Depot Property") that contains SMART station and depot and other
improvements and that is subject to a lease agreement between SMART and the City ("Depot
Lease"). The Depot Lease was originally entered on August 1, 2003. The original parties to the
Depot Lease were the Northwestern Pacific Railroad Authority as property owner the Petaluma
Community Development Commission as lessee. SMART succeeded the original property owner
by operation of law and the Petaluma Community Development Commission assigned its interest
as lessor to the City pursuant to an Assignment and Assumption Agreement dated August 22, 2013.
The City licenses the Depot Property to the Downtown Business Association and the Petaluma
Arts Alliance for office space use.
C. The agreement between Developer and SMART dated October 12, 2019 , as
amended pursuant to the First Amendment dated as of April 28, 2020 ("Developer/SMART
Agreement"), provides for the close of escrow on the purchase of the Downtown SMART Property
to occur by the earlier of November 19, 2020, or when the City approves the entitlements for the
Downtown SMART Property and the appeal period has expired.
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D. Section 2(a) of the Developer/SMART Agreement requires as consideration for
purchase of the Downtown SMART Property a payment of $8 million, and in accordance with
Section 9(c) of the Developer/SMART Agreement, Developer must deposit into escrow the
remainder of the $8 million purchase amount, less a non-refundable $500,000 deposit already
given by Developer and closing costs allocable to Developer by May 15, 2020.
E. Section 9(e), the Developer/SMART Agreement also requires Developer to transfer
all rights, title and interest in the remainder parcel to SMART of 1.27 acres of land at the corner
of McDowell Boulevard and Corona Road in Petaluma and the Developer's Corona Tentative Map
application includes such 1.27 acres of land as a remainder parcel.
F. On October 12 2019 SMART entered into an agreement to sell SMART's
Downtown property to Developer (for 8 million and 1.27 remainder parcel).
G. City intends to place into the escrow for purchase of the Downtown SMART
Property $2 million of the $8 million purchase price. The City contribution will be funded by
traffic impact fee proceeds that were established in 2016 for this purpose, and will be used to fund
Corona Station improvements which will provide traffic relief in Petaluma via commuter use of
the Corona SMART station.
H. Developer's payment for the Downtown SMART Property and dedication of 1.27
acres at Corona Road and Me Dowell Boulevard must occur by the scheduled closing on the
Downtown SMART Property purchase in order for SMART to request a Change Order and
proposal from SMART's existing train system contractor for the Second Petaluma Station design
and construction to proceed approximately concurrently with the Windsor station.
L In accordance with Article XI, Section 7, of the California Constitution, the City
may make and enforce within its limits all local, police, sanitary, and other ordinances and
regulations
J. In accordance with Article, XI, Section 5, of the California Constitution, as a charter
City, the City may make and enforce all ordinances and regnilations in respect to municipal affairs,
subject only to restrictions and limitations provided in its charter, and with respect to municipal
affairs, the City's ordinances and regulations shall supersede all inconsistent state laws.
K. In accordance with Article XI, Section 9, of the California Constitution, the City
may establish, purchase and operate public works to furnish residents with light, water, power,
heat, transportation, and means of communication.
L. In accordance with Section 54 of the Petahrnia Charter, the City, by and through its
council and other officials, shall have and may exercise all powers necessary or appropriate to the
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municipal corporation and the general welfare of its inhabitants, which are not prohibited by the
constitution, and the specifications in the Petaluma Charter of any particular powers shall not be
held to be exclusive or any limitation of the City's general grant of powers.
M. In accordance with Section 54981 of •
with any other local agency for the performance of municipal services or functions within the
City's territory.
N. In accordance with Section 105032 of the Public Utilities Code, the SMART Board
has the power to own, operate, manage, and maintain a passenger rail system within the territory
of the district, and to determine the rail transit facilities, including ancillary bicycle and pedestrian
pathways, to be acquired and constructed by SMART, the manner of operation, and the means to
finance them.
O. In accordance with Section 105070 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART may make
contracts and enter into stipulations of any nature whatsoever, employ labor, and do all acts
necessary and convenient for the full exercise of SMART's granted powers.
P. In accordance with Section 105085 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART may take
by grant, purchase, devise, or lease, or condemn in proceedings under eminent domain, or
otherwise acquire, and hold and enjoy, real property of every kind within or without the district
necessary to the full or convenient exercise of its powers, and may lease, mortgage, sell, or
otherwise dispose of any real or personal property when in its judgment it is in the best interests
of SMART to do so.
Q. In accordance with Section 105096 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART may
acquire, construct, own, operate, control, or use rights-of-way, rail lines, stations, platforms,
switches, yards, terminals, parking lots, and any and all other facilities necessary or convenient for
rail transit within and without the district, together with all physical structures necessary or
convenient for the access of persons and vehicles thereto, including ancillary bicycle and
pedestrian pathways, and may acquire or contract for any interest in or rights to the use or joint
use of any or all such facilities,.
R. In accordance with Section 105101 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART may enter
into agreements for the joint use of any property and rights by SMART and any city, public agency,
or public utility operating transit facilities and may enter into agreements with any city, public
agency, or public utility operating any transit facilities, wholly or partially within or without the
district, for the joint use of any property of SMART or of the city, public agency, or public utility,
or for the establishment of through routes, joint fares, transfer of passengers, or pooling
agreements.
NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of
which is hereby acknowledged, the City and SMART agree as follows:
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I . Recitals. The above recitals are true and correct and are made a part of this
Agreement.
2. Corona Station Project.
2.1 Within 60 days of close of escrow on the Developer's purchase of the Downtown
SMART Property pursuant to the Developer/SMART Agreement, (1) SMART will initiate a
request for change notice and proposal from SMART's existing Civil and System Contracts for
design and construction of the Train System improvements; (Together "Corona Station Project")
2.2 Should the combined Corona Station Project Contract(s) proposals NOT exceed $8
million, SMART agrees to initiate a design/build Change Order to existing Contracts for Corona
Station Project in SMART right of way located at , A.P.N. ("Corona Station
Property") subject to the terms of this Agreement and to applicable regulatory requirements,
including but not limited to, those of the California Public Utilities Commission ("CPUC") and
the Federal Railway Administration ("FRA"). SMART will be responsible for obtaining all
applicable regulatory approvals required for construction of the Corona Station Project.
OR in the alternative
2.3 Should the combined Corona Station Project Contract(s) Proposals exceed $8
million SMART agrees to use the $2 million in City funding for the Corona Station Project, and
to match the City funds with $2 million in SMART funding, and to progress as far as is reasonably
possible toward completing design and construction of the Corona Station Project using the $4
million in combined City and SMART funding and to seek additional Regional, State or Federal
funding needed to complete the construction of the Corona Station Project. Once SMART obtains
the funding needed to complete the construction of the Corona Station Project, it will be allocated
to completion of the Corona Station Project and the project will proceed to completion.
3. City Funding
3.1 City Funding. City will deposit $2 million in the escrow for the Developer
/SMART agreement at least 2 business days before the close of escrow, so that the close of escrow
on the Developer's purchase of the Downtown SMART Property can occur in accordance with
Section 9(a) of the Developer/SMART Agreement as amended. The City's contribution of $2
million in City funds to the cost of constructing the Corona Station Project will be the maximum
City contribution to funding of the Corona Station Project, and the City will not be required to
provide further funding for completion of the Corona Station Project. In the event any challenge
is brought by a third party concerning this Agreement or City's funding of this Agreement, prior
to close of escrow City may terminate this Agreement in accordance with Section 7, below.
3.2 If City elects to defend such third parry challenge to this Agreement or City's
funding of this Agreement or City terminates this Agreement, City shall indemnify, defend,
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protect, hold harmless, and release SMART, its officials, officers, agents, and employees, from
and against any and all claims, loss, proceedings, damages, causes of action, liability, costs, or
expense (including attorneys' fees and costs) arising from or in connection with, or caused by any
act, omission, or negligence of the City regarding this Agreement or City's Funding of this
Agreement.
4. Corona Station Project/Depot Project Cooperation. The City and SMART agree to
cooperate in good faith regarding the Corona Station Project in accordance with this Agreement.
To the extent any construction of the Corona Station Project and/or the Downtown Depot Lease
Amendment contemplated herein is subject to approvals of the City or SMART requires
cooperation of the City regarding obtaining approvals from other government bodies, the City
agrees to cooperate with SMART and not unreasonably withhold City approvals or encroachment
permits which shall be issued at no cost to SMART and to cooperate with SMART concerning
obtaining approvals from other government bodies. SMART agrees to cooperate with the City
concerning City approvals and coordination related to construction of the Corona Station Project,
such as concerning impacts of the Corona Station Project construction on City right of way and
traffic, or obtaining City encroachment permits.
5. Depot Lease Amendment. On May 4th, 2020 City introduced an Ordinance
approving an amendment to the Depot Lease which ordinance shall receive its second reading and
be adopted no later than days after the SMART Board action to approve this Agreement, and
such approval takes effect. City and SMART agree to amend the Depot Lease at no cost to
SMART, to provide for City's and SMART's shared use of parking spaces on the Depot Property
as follows: Upon construction of any needed improvements, signage and striping: (1) SMART
patrons may use parking spaces at the Depot during SMART's operational hours and Tenant
patrons may use parking spaces at the Depot during the tenants operational hours on a first come
first serve basis (2) No other parking will be allowed including; no overnight parking or parking
for any residential, retail or commercial uses (3) SMART will be responsible for enforcing parking
and restrictions as per other SMART parking facilities. City will provide through other agreement
or understanding with new owner of Downtown SMART Property for SMART's continued use of
the parking on the Downtown SMART Property and preservation of the existing ingress/egress
through the Downtown SMART property to the Depot Property until new owner commences
development of the Downtown SMART Property.
6. Tenn. The Term of this Agreement will commence upon approval of this
Agreement by the City Council and SMART Board, and expire upon SMART's completion of the
Corona Station Project as delineated under Section 2.2 or in the alternative, upon the expenditure
of $4 million in combined City and SMART funding to progress as far as is reasonably possible
toward completing design and construction of the Corona Station Project as delineated under
Section 2.3, subject to the terms of this Agreement and to applicable regulatory requirements,
including but not limited to, those of the California Public Utilities Commission ("CPUC") and
the Federal Railway Authority ("FRA"), unless sooner terminated or the Term is otherwise
amended in accordance with Section 10.
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7. Termination.
7.1 In the event any challenge is brought by a third parry concerning this Agreement or
City's funding of this Agreement, the City may terminate this Agreement prior to close of
Developer/SMART escrow in accordance with Section 3. The City and SMART may terminate
this Agreement for cause following written notice to the other party or by mutual agreement.
7.2 Should escrow fail to close on the Downtown SMART property due to Developer's
failure to fully perform under the Developer/SMART Agreement dated October 12, 2019, as
amended, or should City terminate this Agreement prior to closing of escrow in response to a third
party challenge to this Agreement or its funding, City shall be entitled to a refund from escrow of
City's $2 million deposit and SMART shall have no further duties, responsibilities or obligations
to CITY.
7.3 Upon the expiration of the Term in accordance with Section 6 above, SMART shall
be deemed to have fully performed under this Agreement, this Agreement shall terminate and
neither SMART nor City shall have further duties, responsibilities or obligations under this
Agreement e.
7.4 Should City fail to timely perform its obligations under Section 3 or Section 5 of
this agreement, SMART may terminate this agreement and SMART shall have no further duties,
responsibilities or obligations to City.
8. Liability. This Agreement is not intended to create and may not be construed so as
to create any liability of the parties or any standard of care of the parties in excess of that
established pursuant to this Agreement and existing law applicable to the parties. Except as
otherwise provided in Section 3 neither party will have any liability for the acts or omissions of
the other party.
9. Remedies. The remedies available to the City and SMART for breach of the terms
of this Agreement will be limited to (1) Specific performance of the obligations of the City to
timely perform as provided for in Section 3 and 5 of this agreement (2) Specific performance of
the obligations of SMART as provided for in Section 2, subject to the terms of this Agreement and
to applicable regulatory requirements, including but not limited to, those of the California Public
Utilities Commission ("CPUC") and the Federal Railway Authority ("FRA")
10. Amendment. This Agreement may only be amended by a writing signed by
authorized representatives of each party.
11. Notice. Unless otherwise requested by a parry, all notices, demands, requests,
consents or other communications which may be or are required to be given by either party to the
other shall be in writing and shall be deemed effective upon service. Notices shall be deemed to
have been properly given when served on the party to whom the same is to be given by hand
delivery or by deposit in the United States mail addressed to the party as follows:
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District: Farhad Mansourian, District Manager
Sonoma -Marin Area Rail Transit District
5401 Old Redwood Highway
Petaluma, CA 94954
City: Peggy Flynn, City Manager
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
When a notice is given by a generally recognized overnight courier service, the notice, invoice or
payment shall be deemed received on the next business day. When a notice or payment is sent via
United States Mail, it shall be deemed received seventy-two (72) hours after deposit in the United
States Mail, registered or certified, return receipt requested, with the postage thereon fully prepaid.
In all other instances, notices, and payments shall be effective upon receipt by the recipient.
Changes may be made in the names and addresses of the person to whom notices are to be given
by giving notice pursuant to this paragraph.
12. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of California.
13. Merger. This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties, and
no statement, promise, or inducement made by either party or agents of the parties that is not
contained in this Agreement shall be valid or binding; and this Agreement may not be enlarged,
modified, or altered except in accordance with Section 10.
14. Authority. The undersigned represent and warrant that they each have the authority
to execute and deliver this Agreement on behalf of each respective parry.
15. No Waiver. The waiver by any of the parties of any breach of any term or promise
contained in this Agreement shall not be deemed to be a waiver of such term or provision or any
subsequent breach of the same or any other term or promise contained in this Agreement.
16. Time of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement and each of its
provisions.
17. No Third Party Beneficiaries. Nothing in this Agreement, expressed or implied, is
intended to or shall confer upon the Developer (Lomas Corona Station LLC), any subsequent
owner of the "Corona Property"/ "Downtown SMART Property", any successor or assign, or any
Person other than the parties to this agreement any legal or equitable right, benefit or remedy of
any nature under or by reason of this Agreement.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, authorized representatives of the City and SMART have each
executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.
City of Petaluma
By:
Peggy Flynn, City Manager
Attest:
By:
Claire Cooper, City Clerk
Approved as to form:
By:
Eric W. Danly, City Attorney
Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit District
By:
Farhad Mansourian, General Manager
Approved as to form:
By:
Thomas F. Lyons, District Counsel
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EXHIBIT 2
CITY OF PETALUMA CEQA REVIEW OF AND
CEQA FINDINGS FOR CORONA STATION
The City of Petaluma is considering an agreement with SMART to facilitate construction of the Corona Station. As
documented further below, SMART previously completed environmental review for its entire (then -proposed) rail
system, including the Corona Station, in 2006, in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
This environmental review included the June 2006 Final Environmental Impact Report for the Sonoma -Marin Area Rail
Transit Project. That EIR was subject to various addenda, a supplemental EIR, and a supplemental mitigated negative
declaration, though none of those subsequent documents are relevant to the Corona Station. SMART has since
constructed most of the rail system project identified in the 2006 EIR and is now operating it, but the Corona Station
remains to be developed.
As the City is taking action to facilitate the Corona Station, the City is a "responsible agency" under CEQA, whereas
SMART remains the "lead agency." As a responsible agency, the City is obligated to review and consider the 2006 EIR
and related CEQA documents, to consider whether its actions to facilitate the Corona Station may result in any
significant environmental impacts, and to ensure that all feasible mitigation measures are adopted to the extent
necessary to mitigate such impacts. (CEQA Guideline § 15095, subds. (e) through (h).) The City must also review the
2006 EIR to determine whether there have been any changes to the project or in surrounding circumstances, or
whether there is any other relevant new information, that warrant subsequent or supplemental environmental
review under CEQA Guidelines section 15162.
The City has thus reviewed each of the potentially significant impacts identified in the 2006 EIR in order to assess the
extent to which each impact is relevant to the Corona Station, whether necessary measures to mitigate such impacts
have been adopted, and whether its analysis and conclusions remain valid today. The City's analysis is reflected in
this document in the form of notations and comments on the February 2011 SMART Mitigation Monitoring Plan
("MMP"). This analysis identifies the mitigation measures set forth in the 2006 EIR and related subsequent CEQA
documents and specifies which of those measures apply to the Corona Station. Based on this analysis, the City finds
that development of the Corona Station will not result in any unmitigated significant unavoidable impacts on the
environment, and that SMART has already adopted and committed to implement all identified measures needed to
mitigate identified impacts to a less than significant level. The City has no role in the implementation of any of the
identified mitigation measures, with the limited exception of one measure the City has already adopted and
implemented (Mitigation Measure N-5). The City thus does not need to itself adopt any further mitigation measures
for Corona Station in its capacity as a responsible agency.
The 2006 SMART EIR did tentatively identify two impacts as potentially significant and unavoidable, but neither of
these impacts apply to the Corona Station and neither warrant the City's adoption of a statement of overriding
considerations. They areas follows:
• Impact T-5 (Implementation of the proposed project may lower the service level of several local
streets): The 2006 EIR found that implementation of the project could result in significant level of service
(LOS) impacts at one or more intersections in other jurisdictions. While it identified mitigation measures
for all such impacts, it conservatively identified these impacts as potentially significant and unavoidable
(SU) in the event any of those measures proved to be infeasible. But it did not identify any such LOS
impacts at the Corona Station site. Moreover, in any event, LOS is no longer a metric that CEQA allows
for use to measure environmental impacts, and CEQA instead requires consideration of a project's
impacts relating to "Vehicle Miles Traveled" (VMT). Of course, the Corona Station will necessarily reduce
VMT and thus will not result in significant traffic impacts.
• Impact N-5 (Train horns would cause a substantial increase in ambient noise levels in the project
vicinity): In order to mitigate the noise impacts on of train horns and other audible warning devices by
installing crossing controls, the 2006 EIR proposed mitigation measure N-5, which contemplated that local
jurisdictions may apply to the Federal Rail Administration (FRA) for designation as a Quiet Zone, where
audible warning devices are not required. The 2006 EIR conservatively identified noise impacts from train
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horns as being a potentially significant and unavoidable impact, given the then -uncertainty as to whether
such quiet zones would be approved by FRA. However, the City did successfully apply for such a quiet
zone designation and the FRA has approved it. The City thus finds that this measure has been
implemented and that this impact can and has been mitigated to a level of less than significant.
The City further finds, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15161, that there have been no relevant changes in the
SMART Project or surrounding circumstances, and no other relevant new information, warranting any supplemental
or subsequent environmental review for the Corona Station project, and that the 2006 EIR adequately addresses the
environmental impacts of that station. This finding is based in part on the following separate CEQA analyses:
• The City recently prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration for development of Corona Station Residential
Project adjacent to the Corona Station, and that document includes an updated site-specific analysis of the
project area that discloses no new impacts not already analyzed in the 2006 EIR.
• Prior to that, on June 17, 2013, the City Council adopted the Petaluma SMART Rail Station Areas: TOD
Master Plan, for which the Council adopted a separate Mitigated Negative Declaration that likewise
included analysis of the future development of the Corona Station, finding no significant unmitigated
impacts.
The following text is taken verbatim from the February 2011 SMART MMP, with additional annotations provided
specific to the Corona Station:
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The original Mitigation Monitoring Plan (MMP) for the SMART project was included in Chapter 5 of the 2006 Final EIR
and was adopted by the SMART Board in 2006. The Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (FSEIR, Draft
SEIR published in March 2008; Final SEIR published in July 2008) and the Final Supplemental Mitigated Negative
Declaration for the Todd Road Operations and Maintenance Facility (FSMND, Draft SMND published in October
2010 and Final SMND published in January 2011) address the potential environmental effects of supplemental
project components and identify additional mitigation measures for these new or changed project components. An
MMP for the FSEIR was adopted by the SMART Board in July 2008. An MMP for the FSMND was adopted by the
SMART Board along with the SMND in January 2011. The mitigation measures from the FEIR, FSEIR, and FSMND
are all combined in Table 1 and constitute the complete MMP for the SMART project. The MMP also addresses
environmental compliance measures (see Table 2). Measures adopted as part of the FSEIR or FSMND are noted as
such.
As required by Public Resources Code section 21081.6, subdivision (a)(1), the Sonoma -Marin Area Rail Transit
District (SMART), in adopting Findings of Fact pertaining to the environmental commitments and mitigation
measures described in the certified Final EIR, also adopts this Mitigation Monitoring, Plan (MMP). The MMP is designed
to ensure that, during Project Implementation, SMART and any other responsible parties comply with the feasible
mitigation measures adopted by the District and described in this document. Unless otherwise specified in the
following descriptions of responsibility for monitoring, the custodian of the documents comprising the record of
proceedings for the SMART's decision is the General Manager for the SMART Board of Directors. The location of
the record of proceedings is the Sonoma -Marin Area Rail Transit District, 4040 Civic Center Drive, Suite 200, San
Rafael, California 94903.
GENERAL MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
SMART, as the lead agency for the project, will retain primary responsibility for ensuring that project activities
meet the mitigation program requirements and other permit conditions imposed by participating regulatory
agencies. SMART and any monitors it may designate are responsible for mitigation monitoring that will occur
during project construction and operation. The contractors selected to construct and operate the project will be
responsible for submitting all documentation and reports to SMART in a timely manner to demonstrate compliance
with specified mitigation requirements. SMART has the responsibility for implementation of mitigation requirements
and will be capable of terminating contractors who do not demonstrate the desire and commitment to comply
with adopted mitigation requirements.
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In addition to SMART's responsibility for mitigation implementation and monitoring, other agencies also have
responsibility for ensuring or guiding implementation of certain measures. Relevant measures relate to regulatory
or statutory requirements administered by these agencies. Examples of these shared responsibilities include
Streambed Alteration Permits (California Department of Fish and Game [CDFG]), jurisdictional wetlands
determinations and mitigation (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers), issues related to special -status species (CDFG and
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service). SMART will coordinate with these agencies to ensure that implementation of
mitigation measures meets the appropriate requirements.
MITIGATION MEASURES
Table 1 describes the mitigation measures proposed in the FEIR, FSEIR, and FSMND to offset or reduce significant
or potentially significant impacts. For each mitigation measure, the table lists the location where the mitigation is
to be implemented, the monitoring and reporting action for the mitigation, the effectiveness criteria of each
mitigation measure, which agency is responsible for implementing the mitigation, and the timing for
implementation of the mitigation.
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Table 1. SMART Project Mitigation Monitoring Program
Geology, Soils and Seismicity
IMPACT G-1 Excavations may encounter shallow or perched groundwater, which would
require dewatering and potential discharge that could cause erosion of soil.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure G-1: Implement erosion control Best Management Practices (BMP) such Applies. As the lead agency responsible for construction
as settling basins, the covering of soil stockpiles, runoff diversions, silt fences, and dewatering of the Corona Station, SMART has committed to
sediment filtersocks. Site-specific measures shall be determined during pre -construction implementation of this mitigation measure. The City has
planning. no role in its implementation. The City finds that SMART
has adopted this mitigation measure and that it will
mitigate this impact to a level of less than significant for
the Corona Station.
Location Areas of excavation where there is a potential to encounter shallow or perched groundwater
Monitoring / Reporting Action Erosion control measures will be monitored by the contractor.
Effectiveness Criteria
Implementation of appropriate BMPs will limit erosion within the project area.
Responsible Agency
Sonoma -Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) District
Timing
Prior to the start of construction activities.
IMPACT G-2
Temporary excavations and dewatering may induce ground failure and
settlement to adjacent structures.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure G-2: Implement properly designed restraint and shoring systems to
avoid unstable excavations. The proper shoring design depends on the soil type, the extent of
groundwater seepage, the height or depth of the excavation, the inclination of the excavation
and the amount of time that the excavation will remain open. These factors can be developed
during the geotechnical investigation and recommendations made to structural engineers
responsible for the design. When excavations are made adjacent to sensitive structures (i.e.,
buildings of historic significance, equipment with little tolerance to settlement, or critical
facilities and utilities), monitoring of ground surface and structures shall occur so that the
amount of settlement or movement does not exceed acceptable levels.
Location Areas adjacent sensitive structures where excavations would occur.
Monitoring / Reporting Action When excavations are made adjacent to sensitive structures (i.e., buildings of historic
significance, equipment with little tolerance to settlement, or critical facilities and utilities),
monitoring of ground surface and structures by a qualified geologist shall occur so that the
amount of settlement or movement does not exceed acceptable levels.
Applies, presuming railway itself has little
tolerance to settlement and is a critical facility.
No nearby historic structures. SMART is
responsible for implementing this measure; the
City has no role in its implementation. The City
finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to
a level of less than significant for the Corona
Station.
Effectiveness Criteria Adherence to appropriate Uniform Building Code (UBC) foundation design criteria so that
structures and facilities can withstand various ground -moving forces which could impact the
proposed project.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing Prior to and during project construction.
IMPACT G-3 Portions of the rail alignment are susceptible to erosion from surface runoff,
particularly sloping areas adjacent to drainage swales and creeks and rivers.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure G-3: Implement erosion control measures including hydro seeding or
erosion control materials on areas that have been graded or disturbed. Additionally, maintain
and repair drainage structures (e.g., culverts, drop inlets, etc.) on cut and fill slopes to minimize
long term erosion. Licensed civil engineers shall develop properly designed stormwater runoff
collection structures and finished contours for new stations, rail sidings, and earthwork to
maximize long-term slope stability.
Location Graded or disturbed areas and those areas that have slopes underlain or covered by loose
sandy soils as well as localized areas adjacent to drainage outlets and unprotected abutment
shoreline areas subject to wave action, such as the Petaluma River.
Monitoring / Reporting Action Erosion control measures will be monitored by the contractor during construction with ongoing
monitoring by the SMART District following construction.
Effectiveness Criteria Implementation of appropriate erosion control measures and properly designed stormwater
collection structures will limit erosion within the project area.
Applies. Southern portion of station site may overlap
with Zone AE, within the 100 year floodplain. SMART
is responsible for implementing this measure; the City
has no role in its implementation. The City finds that
SMART has adopted this mitigation measure and that
it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
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City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
During and following project construction.
IMPACT G-4
The entire rail alignment and proposed structures are susceptible to significant
groundshaking from earthquakes.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure G-4: A site-specific geotechnical Investigation report shall be prepared
Applies. Site is located within Zone 8, Very Strong, of
as part of final project design, and its recommendations for seismic design parameters per
Mercalli Intensity Shaking Severity Level. SMART is
UBC code shall be incorporated into the proposed project design. This report shall include an
responsible for implementing this measure; the City has
in-depth study of the regional seismicity and site-specific geologic conditions, including a
no role in its implementation. The City finds that SMART
probabilistic seismic hazard analysis that incorporates risk-based evaluations of exceedance
has adopted this mitigation measure and that it will
of certain peak ground accelerations. Measures to reduce impacts would include ground
mitigate this impact to a level of less than significant for
improvement such as soil mixing, jet grouting, soil densification, pile supported structures, etc.
the Corona Station.
The use of specific measures will depend on soil type and stratigraphy, which will be
determined during final design. Implementation of geotechnical design recommendations shall
be verified during construction by monitoring of construction activities by a qualified
geotechnical consultant.
After any significant earthquake in the area resulting in felt shaking (also after major
rainstorms), the constructed rail line should be immediately inspected. This inspection would
be for possible damage and delineation of areas requiring temporary speed reductions,
maintenance or more substantial repair work before resumption of train service.
Location
Project rail alignment from Cloverdale to Larkspur.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Implementation of geotechnical design recommendations shall be verified during construction
by monitoring of construction activities by a qualified geotechnical consultant.
Effectiveness Criteria
Seismic design parameters per UBC code shall be incorporated into the proposed project
design.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Part of final engineering design.
IMPACT G-5
Fault rupture can cause damage to above ground and underground built struc-
tures by horizontal or vertical displacement at the ground surface.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure G-5: Evaluation of fault rupture hazard shall be undertaken during
Not Applicable. No known faults traverse the Corona
subsurface geotechnical investigations as discussed in Mitigation Measure G-3 for this
Station Site. Presumed that MM G-4 above will
segment using guidelines specified in Special Publication 42 of CGS. The evaluation shall
confirm.
determine the specific design features that will be most appropriate for implementation.
Location
Throughout the project corridor.
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Monitoring / Reporting Action A qualified geologist will evaluate the fault rupture hazard during project design.
Effectiveness Criteria
Completion of hazard evaluation.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Part of final engineering design.
IMPACT G-6
Segments of the proposed project corridor would be subject to liquefaction
during strong groundshaking events.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure G-6: Proper subsurface investigation shall be conducted in areas with
liquefaction potential prior to construction as detailed in Mitigation Measure G-4. This
investigation should include Standard Penetration Test borings, laboratory grain size analysis
and liquefaction analysis. The subsurface investigation would identify the potential for
liquefaction and identify design features to reduce the potential for liquefaction. Geotechnical
design recommendations shall be incorporated into final project designs and verified during
construction by monitoring of construction activities by a qualified geotechnical consultant.
Applies. Site has high potential for liquification per site
specific Geotechnical Investigation performed for
Corona Residential. SMART is responsible for
implementing this measure; the City has no role in its
implementation. The City finds that SMART has adopted
this mitigation measure and that it will mitigate this
impact to a level of less than significant for the Corona
Station.
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City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Location
Throughout the project corridor. Liquefaction potential is most significant in areas with thicker
deposits of granular alluvium (Russian River) and moderately significant near drainages with
interbedded granular and cohesive sediments. The CGS has prepared liquefaction suscep-
tibility maps of the San Francisco Bay Area that show relative risks of liquefaction. These
areas are generally low-lying stream or drainage courses with high groundwater.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
A qualified geologist will conduct subsurface investigations in areas with potential for lique-
faction and will monitor construction activities to insure geotechnical design recommendations
are incorporated into the final project design.
Effectiveness Criteria
Adherence to appropriate geotechnical design features included as part of the project to pro-
tect against geotechnical hazards such as liquefaction.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Part of final engineering design and during project construction.
IMPACT G-7
Portions of rail alignment may be susceptible to landslide and slope
movement.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure G-7: Minimize slope disturbance by performing scaling of loose rock, Not Applicable. Site is flat with minimal slope.
and install rock fall netting, soil nails or rock bolts as necessary. Conduct geotechnical
evaluations of slope stability, including static and pseudo -static analysis to determine factors
of safety and whether mitigation measures such as buttressing, retaining walls slope or rock
bolting are appropriate. Implementation of the recommendations for mitigating long-term
landslide impacts shall be verified by monitoring of construction activities.
Location
Along the proposed alignment, several areas have been identified with these conditions includ-
ing the slopes immediately adjacent to both portals of Tunnel #3 and #4, which presently
exhibit rock falls and shallow slumping.
Monitoring / Reporting Action Aqualified geologist will conduct geotechnical evaluations of slope stability priorto construction.
Effectiveness Criteria Appropriate stabilizing measures will be incorporated to prevent slope movement.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing Before and during project construction.
IMPACT G-8 Proposed new stations south of Windsor and north of the Petaluma River
would be susceptible to expansive soils and some new structures would be
subject to corrosion.
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MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure G-8: The project shall incorporate one of the following three measures to
reduce the impact of expansive soils: (1) remove expansive soil and replace with select, non -
expansive, engineered fill; (2) lime treatment of expansive soil; or (3) placement of structures
on drilled piers or foundation elements founded on deeper, non -expansive bearing strata.
Location
Corrosive soils, found along tidal flats have a different impact in that they are aggressive only
towards steel and concrete. New pilings, bridges and exposed concrete structures would be
susceptible to these impacts.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
During final design a qualified geologist will determine the appropriate measure to be imple-
mented in order to reduce the effect of expansive soils.
Effectiveness Criteria
New structures will be designed and built with appropriate methods to reduce the impact of
expansive soils.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Prior to project construction.
Applicable. Site has high to very high plasticity and
expansion potential per site specific Geotechnical
Investigation performed for Corona Residential. SMART is
responsible for implementing this measure; the City has no
role in its implementation. The City finds that SMART has
adopted this mitigation measure and that it will mitigate this
impact to a level of less than significant for the Corona
Station.
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MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure G-9: Where corrosive soils are encountered, the project shall
incorporate one or more of the following measures, as appropriate: epoxy coating of
reinforcing steel, use of Type 5 Portland cement in structural concrete, or soil treatment to
neutralize pH in the soil or reduce excessive chloride and sulfate concentrations in the soil
Location Corrosive soils, found along tidal flats have a different impact in that they are aggressive only
towards steel and concrete. New pilings, bridges and exposed concrete structures would be
susceptible to these impacts.
Monitoring J Reporting Action During final design a qualified geologist will determine the appropriate measure to be imple-
mented in order to reduce the effect of corrosive soils.
Effectiveness Criteria New structures will be designed and built with appropriate methods to reduce the impact of
corrosive soils.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing Prior to project construction.
Water Resources
IMPACT WR -1 Project construction could cause a temporary increase in surface erosion,
sedimentation and stream alterations due to the use of earthmoving
equipment.
Applies. Presumes that G-4 above will identify
corrosive potential. Corona Residential Geotechnical
Investigation performed Corrosivity tests and
recommendation additional testing may be needed.
SMART is responsible for implementing this measure;
the City has no role in its implementation. The City
finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
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MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure WR -1a: The proposed project shall comply with the National Pollutant
Applies. Site is greater than 1 acre. SMART is
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit process which requires project applicants to
responsible for implementing this measure; the City
file a Notice of Intent (NO]) and prepare and submit a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
has no role in its implementation. The City finds that
(SWPPP). The SWPPP must contain a detailed mitigation plan for erosion and sediment
SMART has adopted this mitigation measure and that
control, including plans for implementing BMPs for the control of stormwater runoff, erosion
it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
and sedimentation. BMPs include structural treatment controls. Structural treatment controls
significant for the Corona Station.
are engineered facilities designed for the treatment of storm water runoff. They use
infiltration, retention/detention and biofiltering techniques to remove pollutants. Vegetated
swales and buffer strips, infiltration systems, bioretention systems, extended detention
basins, ponds and constructed wetlands, media filtration systems, and oil/water separators
are examples of structural treatment controls for storm water quality. The type of structural
Location
In construction locations where drainage patterns exists.
Monitoring 1 Reporting Action
None
Effectiveness Criteria
Adherence to SWPPP and SUSMP.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, Regional Water Control Board, City of Santa Rosa, Counties of Sonoma and
Marin
Timing
Prior to and during project construction
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure WR -1 b: The project shall comply with the requirements for a Streambed
Alteration Agreement for those portions of the project that would be completed along the
banks of various surface waterbodies.
In order for any work to be completed around the various surface waterbodies, Section 401 of
the Clean Water Act would be applicable. Section 401 requires any applicant for a federal
permit that conducts any activity that may result in a discharge of pollutants to first obtain a
Water Quality Certification (WQC) from the State. As a condition of the project, 401
Certifications and Section 404 permits will be obtained. Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
establishes programs to regulate the discharge of dredged and fill material in waters of the
U.S., including wetlands.
Location
Around waterbodies subject to Sections 401 and 404 of the federal Clean Water Act.
Monitoring 1 Reporting Action
None
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Effectiveness Criteria
Adherence to performance standards included under a Water Quality Certification obtained
from the State of California and a Section 404 permit obtained from the US Army Corps of
Engineers.
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Responsible Agency _
SMART District, US Army Corps of Engineers
... .......
Timing
Prior to project construction.
IMPACT WR -5
Placement of new structures or fill material within a designated 100 -year
floodplain could increase flooding upstream of the structures.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure WR -2: Design structures and other improvements on the site so as not
to raise flood levels. Specific designs shall be based on site-specific hydrologic studies
conducted during the final design stage of the proposed project. Said studies will be submitted
to the State Water Resources Control Board and the two RWQCBs for review. When feasible,
construction within the floodplain shall be avoided or minimized. When construction within the
floodplain is unavoidable, efforts will be made to restore the floodplain, as necessary, to
restore flood capacity.
Location
Within designated 100 -year floodplains.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Site-specific hydrologic studies will be conducted and incorporated into project design.
Effectiveness Criteria
Site improvements designed to not raise flood levels. Floodplain restoration undertaken in
areas where floodplain construction is unavoidable.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
During final engineering design and post -construction.
Hazardous Materials
IMPACT HM -1 There is the potential for encountering phenol, creosol or ADL during
construction.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Applies. Portion of the site overlaps with Zone AE, within
the 100 year floodplain. Northwest most corner is not
within Zone AE. SMART is responsible for implementing
this measure; the City has no role in its implementation.
The City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
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MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure HM -1: Samples of soil shall be submitted for analysis for phenol and
creosol compounds if track shoulder re -grading or excavations associated with bridge
improvements are undertaken. Sampling of soil will also be based on available historical
information and/or previous sampling data sampling and analysis and will be modified to include
other potential contaminants such as metals, petroleum hydrocarbons, polychlorinated
biphenyls (PCB) and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) where warranted. Samples of
soil are recommended to be submitted for analysis for lead if improvements to the road
crossings are required to determine if these compounds are present and have the potential to
impact disposal or release to the environment. If phenol and creosol compounds or ADL are
present in the soil, then preparation of a Site Mitigation Plan (SMP) will be required to address
potential exposure of workers to impacted soil in order to comply with applicable waste
handling and disposal regulations (if offsite disposal of soil is necessary). At a minimum,
BMPs in the SMP should include provisions for excavation and grading of impacted soil,
stockpiling and testing of contaminated soil, dust and odor control measures and health and
safety requirements for working with impacted soil.
To comply with AB 939 requirements, which dictate guidance for source reduction, recycling
and composting, and environmentally safe transformation and land disposal of solid wastes,
railroad ties and steel that are replaced during construction of the project will be recycled or
re -used as appropriate.
Location Track shoulders, bridges and grade crossings where re -grading or excavations would occur.
Monitoring / Reporting Action Analyze soil samples from areas where track shoulder re -grading or excavations associated
with bridge improvements are undertaken or where improvements to the road crossings are
required.
If phenol and creosol compounds or ADL are present in the soil, a Site Mitigation Plan (SMP)
will be required to address potential exposure of workers to impacted soil in order to comply
with applicable waste handling and disposal regulations (if offsite disposal of soil is necessary).
At a minimum, BMPs in the SMP should include provisions for excavation and grading of
impacted soil, stockpiling and testing of contaminated soil, dust and odor control measures
and health and safety requirements for working with impacted soil.
Applicable. Site was under clean up oversight regulated by
RWQCB. Geotracker accessed May 13, 2020 indicates
Cleanup Program Site is closed. This measure thus
already has been successfully implemented for this site.
The City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
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Effectiveness Criteria
Adherence to the SMP and implementation of best management practices (BMPs) identified
in the plan.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Prior to the start of re -grading or excavation activities.
IMPACT HM -2
In areas where soil excavation or excavation to shallow or perched groundwater
is anticipated, there is a low to moderate potential to encounter contaminated
soil and groundwater.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure HM -2: Precautions, including sampling of soil and groundwater prior to
work activities in the areas where proposed excavations are planned and preparation of a
SMP, shall be implemented, where necessary. If naturally occurring asbestos is encountered,
the project shall comply with the CARB Asbestos Airborne Toxic Control Measures regulation
(17 CCR, Section 93105), which requires local air district review and approval of an asbestos
dust mitigation plan. An Asbestos Dust Mitigation Plan must specify dust mitigation practices
which are sufficient to ensure that no equipment or operation emits dust that is visible
crossing the property line.
If contaminated materials are encountered during construction activities, the local Fire Certified
Unified Program Agency (CUPA) will be notified immediately. A qualified environmental
consultant shall monitor soil and air and dust emissions during construction activities in these
locations to identify whether potential hazards exist and whether special handling of soil and
groundwater is required. Specially trained workers can be utilized to handle contaminated
soil/groundwater and SMP implementation measures (i.e., use of personal protective
equipment) can be utilized to mitigate potential exposures to contaminated soil/groundwater
and additional releases to the environment. Construction -related impacts of soil excavation
and groundwater dewatering in contaminated areas can be mitigated through implementation
of BMPs, such as conducting daily health and safety meetings to discuss planned work in
areas where contaminated soil/groundwater could be encountered. Mitigation measures to
protect the public include limiting access (i.e., fencing and site security) to the railroad corridor
during construction activities and implementation of BMP measures to prevent offsite
migration of contaminated soil and groundwater.
Location
Areas where proposed excavations are planned including the following locations: properties
with documented releases of petroleum hydrocarbon constituents and solvents to soil and
groundwater are present within 1/4 mile of the proposed Healdsburg, Santa Rosa Railroad
Square, Santa Rosa Jennings Avenue, Rohnert Park, Petaluma — Corona Road, Downtown
Petaluma, and Downtown San Rafael Stations. The proposed Windsor maintenance facility is
just west of the former Ecodyne Cooling property, which had a release from a gasoline UST
and release of wood treatment chemicals to the soil and groundwater.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Applicable. Site is was under clean up oversight regulated
by RWQCB. Geotracker accessed May 13, 2020 indicates
Cleanup Program Site is closed. This measure thus
already has been successfully implemented for this site.
The City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
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Monitoring / Reporting Action If contaminated materials are encountered during construction activities, the local Fire
Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) will be notified immediately.
A qualified environmental consultant shall monitor soil and air and dust emissions during
construction activities in these locations to identify whether potential hazards exist and
whether special handling of soil and groundwater is required. Specially trained workers can be
utilized to handle contaminated soil/groundwater and SMP implementation measures (i.e.,
use of personal protective equipment) can be utilized to mitigate potential exposures to
contaminated soil/groundwater and additional releases to theenvironment.
Effectiveness Criteria Appropriate handling of contaminated materials by trained workers will limit potential impacts.
Responsible Agency SMART District, Bay Area Air Quality Management District, Counties of Sonoma and Marin
Timing During project construction, prior to the start of excavation.
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IMPACT HM -3 Eleven bridges along the corridor have the potential to contain LBP and/or
asbestos.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure HM -3: Sampling activities shall be conducted in locations where asbestos
containing materials or lead-based paint (LBP) are anticipated to identify whether potential
hazards exist and whether special precautions to prevent workers from exposure to LBP or
asbestos are necessary during bridge/overcrossing renovation and or/demolition. If friable
asbestos materials are identified during bridge inspections, these materials shall be safely
removed and properly disposed using procedures established by OSHA and the
BAAQMD/NSCAPCD. Bridge workers shall be protected through the use of proper protective
equipment. Standard procedures shall be used for capturing LBP during bridge cleaning (e.g.,
sand blasting) and preventing it from being released into the environment. Proper
containment shall be employed for all bridge maintenance activities to prevent LBP from
impacting the environment.
Location Those bridges that would either be upgraded or replaced as part of the proposed project
Monitoring / Reporting Action If friable asbestos materials are identified during bridge inspections, these materials shall be
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable. No bridge.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure T-1: Mitigation at appropriate locations shall include restriping of existing Not Applicable. LOS is no longer CEQA impact.
roadways and traffic control improvements such as signal timing and phasing modifications,
where appropriate (see also Mitigation Measure T-2).
Location Various locations along the project corridor.
Monitoring / Reporting Action Periodic monitoring of local traffic operations where improvements have been made.
Effectiveness Criteria With implementation of appropriate mitigation measures, there would be a continuation of
existing service levels on local streets.
safely removed and properly disposed using procedures established by the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Bay Area Air Quality Management District
(BAAQMD) / North Sonoma County Air Pollution Control District (NSCAPCD).
Bridge workers shall be protected through the use of proper protective equipment. Standard
procedures shall be used for capturing LBP during bridge cleaning (e.g., sand blasting) and
preventing it from being released into the environment. Proper containment shall be employed
for all bridge maintenance activities to prevent LBP from impacting the environment.
Effectiveness Criteria
Appropriate removal of asbestos by trained workers will limit potential impacts.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, BAAQMD, NSCAPCD
Timing
Prior to the start of project construction.
Transportation
IMPACT T-5
Implementation of the proposed project may lower the service levels on several
local streets.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable. No bridge.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure T-1: Mitigation at appropriate locations shall include restriping of existing Not Applicable. LOS is no longer CEQA impact.
roadways and traffic control improvements such as signal timing and phasing modifications,
where appropriate (see also Mitigation Measure T-2).
Location Various locations along the project corridor.
Monitoring / Reporting Action Periodic monitoring of local traffic operations where improvements have been made.
Effectiveness Criteria With implementation of appropriate mitigation measures, there would be a continuation of
existing service levels on local streets.
Responsible Agency SMART District and local jurisdictions
Timing Concurrent with project implementation.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure T-3 (Hamilton): SMART shall pay its fair share cost of signalizing the Not Applicable to Corona Station.
Highway 101 northbound ramp at Nave Drive and the southbound ramp at Alameda del
Prado, at such time as signal warrants and/or traffic engineering studies indicate this action
would be desirable. Signalization would be subject to Caltrans approval. [MR]
Location Near Hamilton station site
Monitoring / Reporting Action Conduct signal warrants at identified intersections and monitor local traffic operations where
improvements have been identified. When warrants and monitoring determine need for
improvements, establish fair share cost for proposed project.
Effectiveness Criteria City of Novato determines that SMART has submitted payment for its fair share cost for
mitigation measures. With implementation of appropriate mitigation measures, there would
be a continuation of acceptable service levels on local streets.
Responsible Agency SMART District and local jurisdictions
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City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Timing
Concurrent with project implementation.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure T-5 (Hamilton) SMART shall pay its fair share cost of mitigating impacts Not Applicable to Corona Station.
on the intersection of Main Gate Road and Nave Drive. Mitigation would consist of adding a
northbound right turn arrow (known as an "overlap phase") to serve northbound right turn traffic
(Nave Drive right turn into Main Gate Road); and lengthening the existing northbound right
turn lane to a length appropriate to serve the traffic demand. "ER]
Location
Near Hamilton station site
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Conduct signal warrants at identified intersections and monitor local traffic operations where
improvements have been identified. When warrants and monitoring determine need for
improvements, establish fair share cost for proposed project.
Effectiveness Criteria
City of Novato determines that SMART has submitted payment for its fair share cost for
mitigation measures. With implementation of appropriate mitigation measures, there would
be a continuation of acceptable service levels on local streets.
Responsible Agency
SMART District and local jurisdictions
Timing
Concurrent with project implementation.
IMPACT T-8
Traffic operations and level of service would decline at three intersections
during the a.m. peak hour and four intersections during the p.m. peak hour
near the Downtown San Rafael Station.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure T-2: The implementation of the proposed project signaling and Not Applicable.
communication system shall include coordination and integration with the adjacent traffic
signals to allow for progression of other non -conflicting traffic movements.
In addition, a grade crossing protection system shall be provided, which would include a
hardware interconnection of the train detection system to the railroad crossing gates to allow
the gates to stay up while the train is stopped at the station; the train operator would activate
the crossing gates and flashers only when the train is ready to leave the station. Coordination
and integration with the adjacent traffic signals in downtown Santa Rosa and Petaluma and
the grade crossing protection system would minimize traffic impacts and reduce unnecessary
delays and queues to less than significant.
Location
Along the rail corridor through downtown Santa Rosa, Petaluma and San Rafael.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Periodic monitoring of local traffic operations where improvements have been made.
Effectiveness Criteria
With implementation of an integrated signal system, there would be a continuation of existing
service levels on local streets.
Responsible Agency
SMART District and local jurisdictions
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Timing Concurrent with project implementation.
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Noise and Vibration
IMPACT N-1
The proposed project would temporarily cause increased noise levels
associated with construction equipment and activities.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure N-1: In order to reduce construction noise at nearby receptors, the
following noise abatement measures shall be implemented for construction contracts:
• When practical, construction operations shall not occur between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. or
on weekends or holidays in residential areas.
• Each internal combustion engine shall be equipped with a muffler of a type recommended
by the manufacturer.
Other measures to reduce noise levels that may be implemented where appropriate include:
• Turning off construction equipment during prolonged periods of non-use.
• Requiring contractors to maintain all equipment and train their equipment operators to
increase efficiency of operation.
• Locating stationary noise -generating equipment away from noise -sensitive receptors such
as residences.
Location
While construction would occur along the entire length of the corridor, at most locations con-
struction activities would be minor and of limited duration. Construction noise would be
intermittent over the duration of the proposed project, varying with the time of day and stage
of construction. Construction noise impacts would depend on the type, amount, location, and
duration of construction activities. The construction noise impacts would be limited to the
immediate vicinity of these improvements.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Noise monitoring during construction would determine which abatement measures should be
implemented to achieve the greatest levels of construction noise reduction.
Effectiveness Criteria
Implementation of appropriate noise abatement measures would reduce construction noise
levels.
Responsible Agency
SMART District's construction contractor would be required to comply with applicable local
sound control and noise level rules, regulations and ordinances.
Timing
During project construction activities.
IMPACT N-3
The Windsor Station operations may cause a permanent increase in ambient
noise levels in the project vicinity.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure N-3: Install a solid barrier at the Windsor Station to separate the park-
and-ride lot from residential uses.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Applicable. Noise sensitive receptors exist to the
north of the tracks and are approved for
development adjacent to the station (Corona
Residential). SMART is responsible for
implementing this measure; the City has no role in
its implementation. The City finds that SMART has
adopted this mitigation measure and that it will
mitigate this impact to a level of less than significant
for the Corona Station.
Not Applicable to Corona Station.
Location Windsor Station
Monitoring / Reporting Action None
Effectiveness Criteria Further reduction of noise in the vicinity of the park-and-ride lot.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing Prior to initiation of passenger rail service.
IMPACT N-4 The proposed maintenance facility would cause a permanent increase in
ambient noise levels in the project vicinity.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure N-4: Construct a noise barrier or enclosure of the vehicle lay-up area at
the Cloverdale Maintenance Facility.
Location Cloverdale Maintenance Facility
Monitoring / Reporting Action None
Effectiveness Criteria Further reduction of noise in the vicinity of the maintenance facility.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Not Applicable to Corona Station.
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City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Timing
Prior to initiation of passenger rail service.
IMPACT N-5
Train horns would cause a substantial increase in ambient noise levels in the
project vicinity.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure N-5: Limit the use of train horns and other audible warning devices by
Applies and implemented. Petaluma has adopted quiet
installing crossing controls that meet Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements and
zone ordinance for all existing crossings citywide. The City
obtain Quiet Zone designations for crossings along the corridor. Local jurisdictions may apply
finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
to the FRA for designation as a Quiet Zone, where audible warning devices are not required.
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
Location
Grade crossings along the corridor.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Submittal of Quiet Zone applications by local jurisdictions; if required, implementation of
Wayside Horn Systems.
Effectiveness Criteria
Implementation of FRA Quiet Zone regulations would reduce impacts from train horns.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
During operation of passenger rail service.
Energy
IMPACT E-1
Construction and maintenance of the proposed project would require indirect
energy consumption.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure E-1: Implement energy conservation measures during construction Applies. SMART is responsible for implementing this
such as: measure; the City has no role in its implementation.
• Using energy efficient measures at rail stations, such as solar panels; The City finds that SMART has adopted this
• Reducing idling of trucks delivering construction material; mitigation measure and that it will mitigate this
impact to a level of less than significant for the
• Consolidating material delivery; and Corona Station.
• Scheduling material delivery during off-peak hours, to allow trucks to travel without traffic
and at fuel-efficient speeds (45-55 mph).
Location At construction locations along the project corridor.
Monitoring I Reporting Action Documentation from SMART District and contractor demonstrating compliance.
Effectiveness Criteria Reduction in energy consumption during construction.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing During project construction.
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Biological Resources
IMPACT BR -1
Project construction would cause damage to sensitive upland vegetation and
wildlife habitat within temporary work areas.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure 1311-1a: Construction access, staging, storage, and parking areas shall
be located on ruderal or developed lands to the extent possible. Vehicle travel adjacent to
wetlands and riparian areas shall be limited to existing roads and designated access paths.
Sensitive natural communities (i.e., wetlands, waters, riparian zones and oak woodlands)
shall be conspicuously marked in the field (including suitable buffer zones) to minimize
impacts on these communities, and work activities shall be limited to outside the marked areas.
The minimum distances for these buffer zones will be determined for each site during consultation
with the appropriate resource agencies.
Location
Throughout the project corridor.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Biological monitors shall be present during project construction.
Effectiveness Criteria
Construction zones are maintained. Sensitive natural communities are marked, and work
activities conducted outside these areas.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Applies and conforms. Project site is limited to ruderal
lands with prior disturbance. No wetlands, waters or
riparian or oak woodlands are present onsite. SMART is
responsible for implementing this measure; the City has
no role in its implementation. The City finds that SMART
has adopted this mitigation measure and that it will
mitigate this impact to a level of less than significant for
the Corona Station.
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Timing
Prior to and during project construction.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -1b: Qualified biologists shall monitor construction activities that
could potentially cause significant impacts on sensitive biological resources. A worker
education program shall be developed and presented to all construction personnel before
they start work on the proposed project. The program shall summarize relevant laws and
regulations that protect biological resources, discuss sensitive habitats and special -status
species with the potential to occur in the work zone, explain the role and authority of the
biological monitors and review applicable avoidance and minimization measures to protect
sensitive species and habitats.
Location
Throughout the project corridor.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Biological monitor will oversee construction activities that could impact sensitive biological
resources, and present worker biological education to all workers in the project zone before
they start work.
Effectiveness Criteria
Construction activities with the potential to impact biological resources are monitored, and worker
biological education is completed for all workers before starting work in the project zone.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
During project construction.
IMPACT BR -2
There could be temporary disturbance of wetlandsMaters of the United States.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -1a; and
Mitigation Measure BR -2a: In -stream construction shall be confined to the dry or low -flow
season of April 15 to October 15. During in -stream construction, dewatered areas and
temporary culverts shall be limited to the minimum area necessary. Pumps used for
dewatering shall have agency -approved fish screens installed to minimize intake of fish into
pumps. Diversion structures shall be left in place until all in -stream work is completed.
Temporary culverts and all construction materials and debris shall be removed from the
affected area prior to reestablishing flow and prior to the rainy season.
Location
In and adjacent to all wetlands and watercourses in the project corridor, which are mapped
and included in the Wetlands Report.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Biological monitor ensures that in -stream seasonal and construction restrictions are followed
and agency -approved fish screens are utilized on dewatering pumps.
Effectiveness Criteria
Seasonal and other restrictions on in -stream construction will be followed, agency -approved
fish screens utilized, and construction materials removed prior to the rainy season.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable to Corona Station. There are no
sensitive biological resources that will be affected.
BR -2a: Not Applicable to Corona Station. There is no
in -stream construction required.
Timing
During project construction and post -construction.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -2b: A qualified biological monitor shall be present during critical
construction periods (e.g., grubbing and clearing, culvert installation, pouring concrete) in all
streams and wetland areas. If a listed or protected species is encountered, work shall be
stopped immediately at that location, the appropriate agency or agencies US Fish & Wildlife
Service (USFWS), National Oceanic Atmosphere Administration (NOAA), Fisheries and/or
California Department of Fish & Game (CDFG) shall be notified, and work shall not resume at
that location prior to the agencies' approval, or as agreed to in prior consultation with the
agencies.
Location
In and adjacent to all wetlands and watercourses in the project corridor, which are mapped
and included in the Wetlands Report.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Biological monitor is present during critical construction periods, and is responsible forstopping
work in the event a protected species is encountered, and notifying the appropriate agency for
consultation on how to proceed. Biologists prepare daily monitoring logs and periodic reports,
which are submitted to SMART.
Effectiveness Criteria
Critical construction activities are monitored, and the appropriate agency is consulted whenever
a listed species is encountered.
Not Applicable to Corona Station. There are no streams
or wetlands that will be affected.
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Corona Station Applicability
Responsible Agency SMART District, USFWS, NOAA Fisheries, CDFG
Timing During project construction.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -2c: Upon completion of the proposed project, all temporarily disturbed Not Applicable to Corona Station. There are no streams
natural areas, including stream banks, shall be returned to original contours to the extent or wetlands that will be affected.
feasible. Affected wetlands, stream banks or stream channels shall be stabilized prior to the
rainy season and/or prior to reestablishing flow. For wetland areas, the top six inches of
native topsoil should be stockpiled and replaced following work. Wetland and riparian
vegetation shall be reestablished asappropriate.
Location Throughout the project corridor
Monitoring I Reporting Action None
Effectiveness Criteria
All disturbed natural areas will be returned to pre -construction state to the extent feasible.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, CDFG
Timing
Post -construction.
IMPACT BR -3
There could be disturbance of nesting birds due to construction activities.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -3a: To the extent feasible, trees and shrubs in the construction
zones shall be trimmed or removed between September 1 and January 31 to reduce potential
impacts on nesting birds. If vegetation must be removed during the period from February 1 to
August 31, a qualified wildlife biologist shall conduct pre -construction surveys for nesting
birds. If an active nest is found, the bird shall be identified to species and the approximate
distance from the closest work site to the nest estimated. No additional measures need be
implemented if active nests are more than the following distances from the nearest work site:
(a) 300 feet for raptors; or (b) 75 feet for other non -special -status bird species (for California
clapper rail and California black rail see Mitigation Measure BR -12). If active nests are closer
than those distances to the nearest work site and there is the potential for destruction of a
nest or substantial disturbance to nesting birds due to construction activities, a plan to monitor
nesting birds during construction shall be prepared and submitted to the USFWS and CDFG
for review and approval. Disturbance of active nests shall be avoided to the extent possible
until it is determined that nesting is complete and the young havefledged.
Location
Throughout the project corridor.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Pre -construction survey reports shall be prepared and submitted to SMART. Locations of active
nests shall be recorded. If bird nests are found within an applicable radius of the work site, the
nest shall be monitored and disturbance avoided to the extent possible.
Effectiveness Criteria
To the extent feasible, vegetation removal is scheduled during the non -nesting season.
Exclusion zones are established on active nests during the nesting season.
Applies. Corona Residential identified preconstruction
survey for nesting birds pursuant to MBTA. However, with
respect to the Corona Station itself, SMART has adopted
this measure and will be responsible for implementation of
this measure and the City will have no further role in it.
The City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
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Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing Prior to and during project construction.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -3b: If construction is likely to occur during the nesting season of cliff Not Applicable There are no bridges associated with
swallows (March 1 to July 31), bridges shall be periodically inspected for swallow nests by a Corona Station.
qualified biologist prior to the onset of bridge demolition and/or new bridge construction. Nests
shall be knocked down by a biologist prior to being one-third completed. Inspection of the
bridges shall start in late February. Alternative methods to prevent cliff swallow nesting on the
bridge may be used with prior approval by the CDFG.
Location
All bridges along the project corridor.
Monitoring / Reporting Action Surveys, nest removal and inspection of removed nests are reported to CDFG.
Effectiveness Criteria No swallow nests are located on bridges scheduled for demolition or new construction.
Responsible Agency SMART District, CDFG
Timing Prior to and during project construction.
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IMPACT BR -4 The proposed project could result in the introduction or spread of noxious
weeds in the project corridor.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -4: During construction activities, the following measures shall be
implemented to the extent feasible to reduce the spread of exotic (non-native) invasive plants
in temporary work areas and throughout the project corridor:
• Minimize vehicle travel through weed -infested areas.
• Minimize soil disturbance and the removal of existing vegetation (non-native [FEIR uses the
word exotic rather than non-native] or native) to the extent feasible during construction
activities.
Location
• Use only certified weed -free straw and mulch or weed -free fiber roll barriers or sediment
logs.
• Use only certified weed -free native seed mixes and native plants that are appropriate to the
pre-existing or adjacent natural habitat for revegetation. [Not applicable to the Downtown
Novato station site or other urban sites where there is no existing natural habitat]
• Monitor all erosion -control and revegetation sites for weed infestations at least twice yearly
during the growing season, for at least three years after construction.
• At sites where restoration is required, remove pre-existing invasive species, such as Arundo
donax, that are growing in the right-of-way.
Throughout the project corridor.
Monitoring / Reporting Action Erosion control and revegetation sites will be monitored for weed infestations during and
following construction by the qualified biologist. Erosion control and revegetation sites are
monitored for weeds for three years following construction.
Effectiveness Criteria Introduction and spread of weed infestation is minimized.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing During project construction and for three years following construction.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable to Corona Station. The site is highly
disturbed with past industrial uses.
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Corona Station Applicability
IMPACT BR -5 The proposed project would result in the loss or alteration of wetlands1waters
of the United States.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -5a: To replace impacted wetlands, a habitat restoration plan shall be
Not Applicable to Corona Station. There are no
developed and implemented to enhance wetland and riparian habitats in undeveloped
wetlands that will be affected.
portions of the right-of-way. Habitat shall be restored or replaced at a minimum 1:1 ratio of
acres of these habitats permanently impacted. The ratio of 1:1 would be appropriate for
mitigating relocation of a seasonal ditch, where the new ditch would be constructed on-site
and parallel to the existing ditch. Many of these ditches provide minimal function, and there
would be minimal temporal loss if the replacement ditch is constructed first. Replacement
ratios of 3:1 would be appropriate for off-site mitigation of fill of high-quality wetlands such as
vernal pools or coastal salt marsh.
Restoration efforts shall focus on areas where current conditions are degraded due to erosion,
unstable slopes or abundance of invasive exotic plant species. Elements of the plan could
include slope stabilization, control of invasive weeds, and reestablishment of appropriate
native vegetation. Performance standards that are accepted by the resource agencies for
site revegetation shall be specified in the plan. These standards could include a minimum 80
percent success rate of plants reestablished or acres restored. The restored areas shall be
monitored for a minimum of three years and remedial measures taken, such as replanting
vegetation or enhancing additional areas, if the performance standards are not met.
Preliminary reviews of the SMART project corridor have identified 12 sites, covering 3.2
acres, where conditions appear to be suitable for vernal pool restoration and/or enhancement.
These sites are located between MP 51- MP 63. They are dominated with herbaceous
vegetation, underlain with poorly draining soils, adjacent to compatible land uses, and within 6
miles of the pools that would be affected.
At these sites, individual site prescriptions would be developed based on specific soil and
hydrologic conditions. Further investigations would confirm underlying soils, map local hydrology
and identify potential watershed areas. These data would then be used to first prioritize all of
the sites for enhancement or pool creation, and then develop site specific prescriptions on the
highest ranking sites up to the area required to mitigate vernal pool impacts associated with
the project. Site-specific prescriptions would quantify and delineate grading and landshaping
requirements to recreate or enhance ponded conditions.
Grading would follow the site prescriptions and take place during the dry season. The pools
would then be inoculated with material from the pools that would be filled during project
construction, but before the raining season. Annual vegetation monitoring would take place for
at least three years until the mitigation sites achieve adequate cover with species typical of
vernal pools.
Location Wetlands and riparian habitat along the project corridor.
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Monitoring / Reporting Action Development of a habitat restoration plan to replace impacted wetlands and riparian habitat
along the project corridor. Annual survey to monitor success rate of re-established plants.
Vegetation monitoring of created vernal pools would take place on an annual basis until the
mitigation sites achieve 65 percent cover with species typical of vernal pools. Monitoring
would take place for a minimum of three years.
Effectiveness Criteria The habitat restoration plan restores or replaces habitat at a minimum 1:1 ratio; a 3:1 ratio will
be used for high-quality wetlands. Performance standards that are accepted by the resource
agencies for site revegetation shall be specified in the plan. These standards could include a
minimum 65 percent success rate of plants re-established or acres restored.
Responsible Agency SMART District, resource agencies
Timing Minimum of three years monitoring of restored areas post -construction. Remedial measures,
such as replanting vegetation or enhancing additional areas, taken if the performance
standards are not met.
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Corona Station Applicability
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -5b: In the event that habitat restoration and enhancement within the Not Applicable. There are no wetlands.
right-of-way is insufficient to compensate for all wetland losses resulting from the proposed
project, SMART shall provide additional, off-site compensation as needed to achieve a
minimum 1:1 replacement ratio for affected wetland areas.
Location Wetlands and riparian habitat along the project corridor.
Monitoring / Reporting Action Compensation shall be documented in ACOE permit conditions.
Effectiveness Criteria None
Responsible Agency SMART District, US Army Corps of Engineers
Timing Post -construction.
MITIGATION MEASURE MM BR -17 (Hamilton): Design the Hamilton Station to avoid on-site wetlands. "EIN
Location Wetlands at the Hamilton station site
Monitoring / Reporting Action Development of a site plan that avoids identified wetland areas
Effectiveness Criteria
Site visits by qualified wetlands biologist will confirm that the site plan will avoid onsite
wetlands.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, resource agencies
Timing
Final engineering/site design phase.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -19: Relocate project components to avoid wetland areas to the Not Applicable. There are no wetlands.
extent feasible. Before construction begins, the site plan shall be revised in order to relocate
project components (including the secondary access to the maintenance facility site, the multi -use
pathway, and parking lots) so that potential wetland impacts are avoided to the extent feasible.
Clw t N01
Location
Wetlands on the Todd Road OMF site.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Site plan and documented efforts to avoid wetland impacts to be submitted to SMART District
prior to final design.
Effectiveness Criteria
Site plan avoids wetland impacts to the extent feasible.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Prior to final design.
IMPACT BR -6
The proposed project would result in the loss or alteration of vernal pools.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Implementation of a habitat restoration plan or off-site compensation for vernal pools, pursuant Not Applicable. There are no vernal pools.
to the provisions of Mitigation Measure BR -5a and BR -5b would reduce this impact to aless
than significant level.
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IMPACT BR -7
MITIGATION MEASURE
The proposed project would result in the loss or alteration of riparian
vegetation.
Impacts to riparian vegetation are minimized under environmental compliance measures,
including conditions of CDFG Streambed Alteration Agreements. Measures BR -2c and
BR -5a would further reduce this impact to a less -than -significant level.
Not Applicable. There is no riparian vegetation.
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Corona Station Applicability
IMPACT BR -8 The proposed project would result in the loss of oak woodlands and removal of
individual protected trees.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -6: This measure addresses impacts on both individual trees and oak Not Applicable. There are no oak woodlands or
woodland habitat. A qualified arborist shall conduct a tree survey within the project corridor, individual protected trees.
prior to ground -disturbing activities, to identify trees that would be removed or potentially
affected by the proposed project and trees that can be avoided. Where it is feasible to avoid
protected trees, keep vehicles and mechanical equipment outside the dripline of these trees.
In areas where oaks or other protected trees cannot be avoided, replace trees removed with the
same native tree species at a minimum 3:1 ratio, or as required by applicable ordinance(s).
SMART shall conduct monitoring for ten years following planting to verify that trees have
successfully reestablished.
Prior to construction, an oak woodland restoration plan shall be developed and provided to
CDFG for concurrence. The plan shall include the total acreage of temporary and permanent
impacts to all oak woodland habitat. Areas shall be mapped using aerial photographs and
provided to CDFG for concurrence. All temporary and permanently disturbed areas shall be
mitigated at a 1:1 ratio for creation and preservation of new oak woodlands or a 3:1 ratio for
preservation of existing habitat. To ensure a successful creation effort, all mitigation plantings
shall be monitored and maintained (including irrigation as necessary) for ten years. At the end
of the ten-year monitoring program, the canopy cover shall equal or exceed percent cover
mapped at the disturbed sites. If the cover requirements are not meeting these goals, SMART
is responsible for replacement planting, additional watering, weeding, invasive exotic
eradication, or any other practice, to achieve these requirements. All replacement plants shall
be monitored with the same requirements for ten years after planting. An annual status report
on the mitigation shall be provided to CDFG by December 31 of each year for the first 5 years
and a final report at year ten. This report shall include the percent cover of each species
(relative abundance) and average height of both tree and shrub species for each separate
area planted. The number of each species of plants installed, an overview of the revegetation
effort, and the method used to assess these parameters shall also be included. Photos from
designated photo stations shall be included. Sites should be maintained in perpetuity and
managed under an approved management plan.
Location Throughout the project corridor, notably between Windsor and Santa Rosa
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Monitoring / Reporting Action Prior to ground disturbance, a tree survey report shall be prepared to document pre -disturbance
conditions.
Planted trees shall be monitored annually for 10 years. An annual status report on the mitiga-
tion shall be provided to CDFG by December 31 of each year for the first 5 years and a final
report at year ten. This report shall include the percent cover of each species (relative abundance)
and average height of both tree and shrub species for each separate area planted. The number
of each species of plants installed, an overview of the revegetation effort, and the method
used to assess these parameters shall also be included. Photos from designated photo stations
shall be included.
Effectiveness Criteria After 10 years, the canopy cover shall equal or exceed percent cover mapped at the disturbed
sites.
Responsible Agency SMART District, CDFG
Timing Prior to project construction and for 10 years following construction.
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IMPACT BR -9
The proposed project could result in the obstruction or alteration of wildlife
corridors.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -7: In non -urban areas of the corridor that are not directly adjacent to
Highway 101 and where a safety structure or wall is proposed to be installed between the
proposed bicycle/pedestrian pathway and railway, intermittent gaps shall be placed along the
barrier to allow passage of wildlife. These gaps shall be at least three feet wide, extending
from ground level to the top of the structure, and be spaced no farther apart than every
quarter -mile where feasible within existing or potential wildlife movement corridors along the
right-of-way. In addition to gaps, wildlife tunnels shall be installed at appropriate locations to
facilitate the movement of animals across the safety structure. Gaps and tunnels shall be
located in the following areas:
• Rural lands between Cloverdale and northern Santa Rosa where the right-of-way is at least
0.25 mile from Highway 101; and
• Between Main Gate Road (MP 23.6) and Smith Ranch Road (MP 21.0) in Marin County.
Gaps shall also be placed on both sides of bridge crossings of Mark West Creek and other
major non -urban stream corridors to enable wildlife passage through these areas. Gaps shall not
be located in or adjacent to urban or residential areas. To facilitate movement of amphibians and
other small wildlife across the safety structure, its design shall include openings at the bottom
that are approximately 2 inches in diameter.
Location
Rural lands between Cloverdale and northern Santa Rosa where the right-of-way is at least
0.25 mile from Highway 101; and between Main Gate Road (MP 23.6) and Smith Ranch Road
(MP 21.0) in Marin County. Also on both sides of bridge crossings of Mark West Creek and
other major non -urban stream corridors.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
None
Effectiveness Criteria
Gaps for wildlife passage are located no farther than one quarter -mile apart in wildlife habitat
areas, and tunnels placed in specified rural areas.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
During final engineering design.
IMPACT BR -10
The proposed project could result in the loss of individuals or habitat of
special -status plant species.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable. Station is in urbanized area surrounded
by residential development.
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MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -8a: Within three years prior to project construction activities that
could affect vernal pool habitats in the Santa Rosa Plain, conduct the botanical survey
protocol for federally endangered plant species in the Santa Rosa Plain. The protocol would
require two years of botanical surveys, three times over the impact area each year, to
determine possible impacts on Sonoma sunshine, Burke's goldfields, Sebastopol
meadowfoam and many -flowered navarretia. For other sensitive plant species, plant surveys
shall be conducted as needed to supplement those conducted in 2003 and pursuant to
established agency protocols. Prior to construction, botanical survey results shall be provided
to CDFG and USFWS for concurrence.
Location Vernal pool habitats in the Santa Rosa Plain, specifically south of the Windsor between Shiloh
Road and Aviation Boulevard (MP 60.7), and north of Santa Rosa between Fulton Road and
the intersection of the Barnes Road and Dennis Lane (MP57.6-57.9).
All areas where sensitive plant habitat exists.
Monitoring I Reporting Action Pre -construction botanical survey results to identify and map locations of special -status plant
species shall be provided to CDFG and USFWS.
Effectiveness Criteria None
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing Within three years prior to project construction.
Not Applicable. Station site is highly disturbed with
former industrial activities. Lacks suitable habitat for
special status plant species.
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MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -8b: In the event that populations or individuals of sensitive plant
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable. Station site is highly disturbed with
former industrial activities. Lacks suitable habitat for
special status plant species.
Not Applicable. Station site is highly disturbed with
former industrial activities. Lacks habitat.
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species are found in the project corridor, the following measures shall be implemented:
• Sensitive plant species that are found within the right-of-way but not where construction
would occur shall be protected by installing temporary plastic fencing outside the population
perimeter with "Sensitive Habitat Area" signs posted on the outside of the fence. Monitoring
shall occur during and following construction to insure compliance with plant protection.
• To the extent feasible, sensitive plant locations shall be avoided during final project design.
Where it is not feasible to avoid sensitive plant locations within the project corridor and the
affected species is a non -listed annual that is sensitive pursuant to CEQA, seed collection
and transplanting is proposed in suitable areas of the right-of-way outside of proposed
construction.
• If an affected sensitive plant is a non -listed perennial, native plant nursery propagation is
proposed as well as right-of-way planting outside of construction areas. All planting sites
would be chosen for their suitability for the species being planted at that site.
• All sensitive plant restoration and planting sites shall be protected as described in bullet
point one above and monitored for five years.
• Potential impacts on state- or federally listed species would necessitate consultation with
the CDFG and/or USFWS and mitigation meeting the resource agency requirements. This
could include off-site mitigation and mitigation bank investments, similar to those that have
been established in the Santa Rosa Plain. Any retention areas would be held and managed in
perpetuity under agency -approved management plans.
Location
Throughout project corridor, especially in vernal pool habitats.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Plant survey results shall be reported to CDFG and USFWS. Qualified biologists shall monitor
exclusion fencing to ensure its effectiveness during construction. All sensitive plant restoration
and planting sites shall be monitored for five years.
Effectiveness Criteria
Protective fencing is maintained for the duration of construction. 80% survival of plants in
restoration sites.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, CDFG, USFWS
Timing
During project construction and for five years following construction.
IMPACT BR -11
The proposed project could result in the loss of individuals or habitat of Cali-
fornia linderiella.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Implementation of Mitigation Measures BR -2c, and BR -5a would apply to this species and
would reduce the impact to less than significant.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable. Station site is highly disturbed with
former industrial activities. Lacks suitable habitat for
special status plant species.
Not Applicable. Station site is highly disturbed with
former industrial activities. Lacks habitat.
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IMPACT BR -12
The proposed project could result in the loss or disturbance of individuals of
Central California Coast coho salmon, California Coastal chinook salmon and
Central California Coast steelhead.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Implement Mitigation Measures BR -1a, BR -1b, BR -2a, BR -2b, BR -2c.
Mitigation Measure BR -9a: For work in stream zones (DEIR Table 3.9-5) that harbor federal
or state -listed salmonid fish, SMART shall consult with NOAA Fisheries and CDFG and
Implement protection measures specified in consultation with those agencies.
Location
The following streams along the project corridor: Porterfield Creek, Icaria Creek, Unnamed
Creek, Peterson Creek, Foss Creek, Russian River, Mark West Creek, Santa Rosa Creek,
Copeland Creek, Lichau Creek, Willow Brook, Petaluma River, Novato Creek, and Miller
Creek.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
SMART biologist will consult with NOAH Fisheries and CDFG to implement protection mea-
sures for streams containing salmonid fish.
Effectiveness Criteria
Protection measures for salmonids will be implemented in consultation with appropriate
agencies.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, NOAA Fisheries, CDFG
Timing
Prior to and during project construction.
Not Applicable. Station site does not overlap with
stream.
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City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -9b: In streams that harbor state- or federally listed salmonid fish
species, in -stream work shall not start before July 1 and shall be completed by October 15,
unless otherwise approved by appropriate agencies.
Location The following streams along the project corridor: Porterfield Creek, Icaria Creek, Unnamed Not Applicable. No in stream work is required.
Creek, Peterson Creek, Foss Creek, Russian River, Mark West Creek, Santa Rosa Creek,
Copeland Creek, Lichau Creek, Willow Brook, Petaluma River, Novato Creek, and Miller Creek.
Monitoring I Reporting Action Qualified biologists shall monitor construction activities in or near streams.
Effectiveness Criteria In -stream work in streams containing salmonid fish will take place only between July 1 and
October 15.
Responsible Agency SMART District, NOAA Fisheries, CDFG
Timing During project construction.
IMPACT BR -13 The proposed project could result in the loss or disturbance of individuals of
Pacific lamprey, Russian River tule perch, and Sacramento splittail.
MITIGATION MEASURE Implementation of Mitigation Measures BR -2a, BR -2b and BR -2c to protect stream habitats Not Applicable. Station site does not overlap with stream.
would reduce this impact to a less than significant level.
IMPACT BR -14 The proposed project could result in the loss or disturbance of individuals or
habitat of the California tiger salamander.
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MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -10a: For areas where construction would occur within the range of
Not Applicable. Station site does contain suitable CTS
the California tiger salamander in Sonoma County (i.e., non -urban areas between Windsor
breeding or estivation habitat.
and Penngrove), SMART will comply with the Santa Rosa Plain Conservation Strategy and
shall consult with the USFWS and CDFG to obtain authorization for activities that could affect
this species and implement all applicable protection measures specified through this
consultation. Protection measures shall be focused on locations where California tiger
salamander habitats have been identified within and adjacent to the right-of-way and where
California tiger salamander could potentially be affected as determined in consultation with the
USFWS. Protection measures could include, but would not be limited to, the following:
• Where impacts on potential CTS breeding habitats can be avoided, establish site-specific
exclusion zones to protect these areas. Install temporary plastic fencing around the
exclusion areas with "Sensitive Habitat Area" signs posted and clearly visible on the outside
of the fence.
• Where it is not feasible to avoid work within or adjacent to potential CTS breeding sites, limit
work in these areas to the period from June 1 to October 14 or when the ponds are dry.
• From October 15 to May 31 within potential CTS dispersal habitat, minimize operation of
proposed project vehicles and equipment at night off pavement during rain events and
within 24 hours following rain events, and check under vehicles parked overnight off
pavement before moving them.
Location
CTS habitat on the Santa Rosa Plain between Windsor and Penngrove.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
A Biological Assessment shall be submitted to USFWS, which will document compliance with
Santa Rosa Plan Conservation Strategy for construction activities within CTS range.
Effectiveness Criteria
CTS protection measures are consistent with the Santa Rosa Plan Conservation Strategy.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Prior to project construction.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -10b: If permanent loss of occupied or potential CTS breeding habitat
Not Applicable. Station site does contain suitable CTS
cannot be avoided, compensation shall be provided through protection and enhancement of
breeding or estivation habitat.
CTS habitat within the right-of-way, purchase of off-site mitigation credits, and/or contribution
to regional conservation and recovery efforts for the species as determined in consultation
with the USFWS and CDFG.
Location
CTS habitat on the Santa Rosa Plain between Windsor and Penngrove.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Compensation shall be documented in agreements with USFWS and CDFG.
Effectiveness Criteria
CTS habitat is enhanced within the right-of-way. Off-site mitigation credits are purchased.
Monetary contributions are made to regional species recovery efforts.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, USFWS, CDFG
Timing
Post -construction.
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City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -18: Implement construction -related avoidance and minimization Not Applicable. Station site does contain suitable CTS
measures for California tiger salamander (CTS) from the Programmatic Biological breeding or estivation habitat.
Opinion issued to projects permitted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The following
would apply during construction in CTS breeding or upland habitat areas, unless waived by
the USFWS:
• CTS at onsite breeding sites (if any) shall be translocated to appropriate breeding sites
identified by USFWS and CDFG prior to construction.
• Upland CTS habitat that may be impacted shall be fenced prior to construction to exclude
CTS from entering the project site. Fences with ramps to allow CTS onsite to move to adja-
cent habitat offsite and translocation may be required.
• A USFWS-approved biological monitor shall be onsite during initial site grading where CTS
have been found.
• The biological monitor shall conduct a training session for all construction workers before
work is started on the project.
• Before the start of work each day, the biological monitor shall check for animals under any
equipment such as vehicles and stored pipes. The biological monitor shall check all exca-
vated steep -walled holes or trenches greater than one foot deep for any CTS. Any CTS that
are discovered shall be translocated.
• Access routes, number and size of staging areas, and work areas, shall be limited to the
minimum necessary to achieve project goals. Routes and boundaries of the roadwork shall
be clearly marked prior to initiating construction/grading.
• All foods and food -related trash items shall be enclosed in sealed trash containers atthe
end of each day, and removed from the site every three days.
• No pets shall be allowed on the projectsite.
• No more than a maximum speed limit of 15 mph shall be permitted.
• All equipment shall be maintained such that there shall be no leaks of automotive fluids
such as gasoline, oils, orsolvents.
• Hazardous materials such as fuels, oils, solvents, etc., shall be stored in sealable con-
tainers in a designated location that is at least 200 feet from aquatic habitats. All fueling and
maintenance of vehicles and other equipment and staging areas will occur at least 200 feet
from any aquatic habitat.
• Grading and clearing shall be conducted between April 15 and October 15 depending on
the level of rainfall and/or site conditions.
• Project areas temporarily disturbed b construction activities shall be re -vegetated with
locally -occurring native plants. (Il'ji
Location CTS habitat on the Todd Road OMF site.
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Monitoring / Reporting Action A Biological Assessment shall be submitted to USFWS, which will document compliance with
Santa Rosa Plan Conservation Strategy for construction activities within CTS range.
Effectiveness Criteria CTS protection measures are consistent with the Santa Rosa Plan Conservation Strategy and
incorporated into construction plans.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing Prior to and during project construction.
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IMPACT BR -15
The proposed project could result in the loss or disturbance of individuals or
habitat of the northwestern pond turtle (NWPT).
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -11: A qualified biologist shall conduct a pre -construction survey for
NWPT no more than 14 days prior to construction in suitable aquatic habitats within the project
corridor, including stream crossings, drainage ditches, and culverts. A combination of visual
and trapping surveys may be performed with authorization from the CDFG. If this species is
found near any proposed construction areas, impacts on individuals and their habitat shall be
avoided to the extent feasible. If occupied habitat can be avoided, an exclusion zone shall be
established around the habitat and temporary plastic fencing shall be installed around the
buffer area with "Sensitive Habitat Area" signs posted and clearly visible on the outside of the
fence. If avoidance is not possible and the species is determined to be present in work areas,
the biologist with approval from CDFG may capture turtles prior to construction activities and
relocate them to nearby, suitable habitat out of harm's way (e.g., upstream or downstream
from the work area). Exclusion fencing should then be installed if feasible to prevent turtles
from re-entering the work area. For the duration of work in these areas the biologist should
conduct monthly follow-up visits to monitoreffectiveness.
Location
Riparian zones, wetlands, and culverts along the project corridor, including known locations in
Healdsburg (MP 69.6) and Miller Creek (MP 22.1).
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Pre -construction NWPT surveys under agency authorization, and possible relocation of turtles in
harm's way. Monthly monitoring of exclusion fencing areas, if installed.
Effectiveness Criteria
Biological surveys are conducted prior to construction. If NWPT is found, work exclusion zones
are established, or the individuals are relocated and the area monitored to prevent re-entry.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, CDFG
Timing
Prior to and during project construction.
IMPACT BR -16
The proposed project could result in the loss or disturbance of individuals or
habitats of the salt -marsh harvest mouse (SMHM), California clapper rail and
California black rail.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable. Station site does contain suitable habitat
for pond turtles.
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MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -12: For areas where the construction activities would occur within or
adjacent to salt marsh or brackish marsh habitats, consult with the USFWS and CDFG to
determine locations where salt -marsh harvest mouse, California clapper rail and California
black rail could potentially be affected by the proposed project. All applicable protection
measures specified through consultation with these agencies would be implemented during
project construction. Protection measures could include, but would not be limited to, the
following:
• A qualified biological monitor shall be present during all work activities in or adjacent to salt
marsh and brackish marsh habitats between Petaluma and Novato.
• In areas where one or more of these species is determined to be potentially affected, work
activities shall be confined to the existing railroad grade to the extent feasible. Staging, access
and parking areas shall be located outside of salt marsh and brackish marsh habitats.
• Avoidance measures for SMHM could include installation of temporary exclusion barriers to
prevent SMHM from entering work areas during construction. For California clapper rail and
California black rail, protection measures could include avoiding work activities during the
nesting season (March 1 to July 31) within 300 feet of areas identified as suitable nesting
habitat for these species.
• If any of these species is detected during work activities, work shall be stopped immediately at
that location and the USFWS and/or CDFG shall be contacted within two working days.
Work shall not resume at that location until authorization is obtained from the USFWS and
CDFG (for the SMHM and California clapper rail) or from the CDFG (for the California black
rail), unless prior approval has been granted by these agencies.
Not Applicable. Station site does contain habitats that
would support these species.
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Location
Salt marsh or brackish marsh habitats. For SMHM, salt marshes south of Petaluma and east
to Port Sonoma, and grasslands adjacent to these marshes; it has been seen on the east
bank of the Petaluma River and in the Petaluma Marsh near the right-of-way, between Novato
and Petaluma. For CBR, in the right-of-way between San Rafael and Port Sonoma. For CCR,
particularly along the Bay margin and in Petaluma Marsh; it has been seen along Corte Madera
Creek, and also near the mouth of San Rafael Creek, and in the tidal marshes of Novato Creek,
both 0.5 mile from the Ignacio -Port Sonoma segment.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
A Biological Assessment shall be prepared and submitted to USFWS. Biological monitors
shall submit daily monitoring logs and periodic compliance reports to SMART.
Effectiveness Criteria
Habitat for salt marsh harvest mouse, California clapper rail, and California black rail is iden-
tified, and appropriate protection measures implemented during construction, in consultation
with resource agencies.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, CDFG, USFWS
Timing
Prior to and during project construction.
IMPACT BR -17
The proposed project could result in disturbance or injury to special -status
bats.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -13: A qualified biologist shall conduct a pre -construction survey for
bats at bridges that have sufficient thermal cover for bat roosting, abandoned buildings and
old structures prior to demolition or construction at these sites. Bats should be determined to
be absent or flushed from roost locations prior to demolition of buildings. If flushing of bats
from buildings is necessary, it shall be done by the biologist during the non -breeding season
from October 1 to March 31. When flushing bats, structures shall be moved carefully to avoid
harming individuals, and torpid bats given time to completely arouse and fly away. During the
maternity season from April 1 to September 30, prior to building demolition or construction, a
qualified biologist shall determine if a bat nursery is present at any sites identified as
potentially housing bats. If an active nursery is present, disturbance of bats shall be avoided until
the biologist determines that breeding is complete and young are reared.
Location
Bridges, abandoned buildings, or old structures along project corridor; potential bat habitat
has been identified in buildings at the Cotati, Santa Rosa—Jennings Avenue, and Healdsburg
station sites.
Monitoring 1 Reporting Action
A biologist will survey potential bat roosting habitat prior to construction and flush bats, if pre-
sent, between October 1 and March 31 (outside of breeding season). Between April 1 and
September 30, pre -construction bat nursery surveys will be conducted and disturbance of bat
nurseries will be avoided until young are reared.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable. Station site does not contain bridges,
buildings, or other old structures that would support bat
species.
Effectiveness Criteria
Pre -construction bat surveys are conducted. Outside breeding season, bats are carefully flushed
from structure; during breeding season, nurseries are monitored and disturbance avoided until
young are reared.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Prior to project construction.
IMPACT BR -18
The proposed project could result in train collisions with wildlife.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -14: A qualified biologist shall conduct monitoring surveys to assess
wildlife collision impacts along the entire corridor at least two times a year, once during spring
and once during fall, for the first three years of train operation. The results shall be reported to
the CDFG and, if federally listed or migratory bird species are affected, to the USFWS. If the
CDFG or USFWS determines that collision impacts are excessive or adverse effects on
federal- or state -protected species (including listed species, migratory birds and raptors) are
occurring, remedial measures (e.g., redesign of structures and gaps) shall be developed and
implemented in consultation with these agencies.
Location
Throughout the project corridor.
Not Applicable to Station.
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Monitoring / Reporting Action Biological monitor will survey the project corridor twice annually for three years to assess wildlife
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Timing Prior to and during project construction.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -15b: For all herbicide applications during right-of-way maintenance, Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
herbicides shall be used only according to label directions, applications shall be confined to measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
within the right-of-way and appropriate BMPs shall be followed to prevent uncontrolled release City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
of chemicals. Only aquatic -approved herbicides shall be used for vegetation control adjacent measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
to open water and wetland habitats. less than significant for the Corona Station.
Location Throughout the project corridor.
Monitoring 1 Reporting Action Pesticide applications are reported to Sonoma and Marin Counties' agricultural
commissioners.
Effectiveness Criteria Herbicides shall be used according to directions, use shall be confined to the right-of-way,
BMPs shall be followed and only aquatic -approved herbicides used adjacent to wetlands and
other waters.
Responsible Agency SMART District
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collision impacts, and report results to appropriate agencies. If needed, remedial measures to
reduce collision impacts will be developed in consultation withagencies.
Effectiveness Criteria
In the event of excessive impacts or effects on protected species, remedial measures are
developed in consultation with wildlife agencies.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Post -construction.
IMPACT BR -19
The proposed project could result in disturbance to stream zones, special -
status species and nesting birds during railway operations and maintenance
activities.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure BR -15a: SMART shall consult with the resource agencies (USFWS, Not Applicable. Station site does not contain habitats
NOAA Fisheries and CDFG) to develop habitat and species protection measures for that would support these species.
scheduled and emergency maintenance activities to minimize impacts on wetlands,
streams, riparian habitats, and special -status species.
Location
Riparian zones, wetlands, and sensitive species habitats throughout the project corridor.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Consultation with appropriate agencies to develop habitat and species protection measures
for special -status species and sensitive habitat areas.
Effectiveness Criteria
Species and habitat protection measures developed in consultation with resource agencies.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, CDFG, NOAA Fisheries, USFWS
Timing Prior to and during project construction.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure BR -15b: For all herbicide applications during right-of-way maintenance, Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
herbicides shall be used only according to label directions, applications shall be confined to measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
within the right-of-way and appropriate BMPs shall be followed to prevent uncontrolled release City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
of chemicals. Only aquatic -approved herbicides shall be used for vegetation control adjacent measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
to open water and wetland habitats. less than significant for the Corona Station.
Location Throughout the project corridor.
Monitoring 1 Reporting Action Pesticide applications are reported to Sonoma and Marin Counties' agricultural
commissioners.
Effectiveness Criteria Herbicides shall be used according to directions, use shall be confined to the right-of-way,
BMPs shall be followed and only aquatic -approved herbicides used adjacent to wetlands and
other waters.
Responsible Agency SMART District
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Timing Post -construction.
Visual Resources
IMPACT V-1
The presence of project -related construction equipment and other construction
activities would create temporary visual disturbance
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure V-1: SMART shall install temporary fencing where views from adjacent
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
residences are adversely affected during construction. These areas shall be identified in
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
greater detail during design review and the type of temporary fencing selected, as part of the
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
design review. Fencing materials would remain in place until finish work has been completed.
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
Location
Construction areas where construction activities could significantly impact views from nearby
residences (areas and fencing type to be determined during final design review)
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Temporary fencing installed during construction in designated
Effectiveness Criteria
Fencing meets applicable local standards and reduces visual impacts of construction on
adjacent residences
Responsible Agency
SMART District
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City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Timing
IMPACT V-2
Development of stations, including park-and-ride lots and maintenance
facilities, would introduce new sources of nighttime light to their surrounding
areas.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure V-2: Fixture types, cut off angles, shields, lamp arm extensions, and pole
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
heights will be determined, in consultation with the local jurisdictions.
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
Location
Station sites and OMF site
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Light fixture types, angles, and heights selected and designed to minimize nighttime light
impacts (in consultation with the local jurisdictions).
Effectiveness Criteria
Light fixtures at stations and OMF meet all applicable standards regarding nighttime light and
minimize nighttime light impacts on surrounding areas.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
During final design.
IMPACT V-3
The bicyclelpedestrian safety structure would add a dominant feature in areas
where there is open space and no nearby structures.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure V-3: To reduce the adverse visual impacts of the proposed bicycle/
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
pedestrian safety structures where there is no intervening landscaping or structures such as
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
existing privacy fencing, the safety structure associated with bicycle/pedestrian pathway shall
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
be designed to fit in contextually with adjacent nearby fencing via the use of different materials
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
or landscaping. SMART shall work with local jurisdictions and property owners to select the
less than significant for the Corona Station.
structure that minimizes visual impacts and provides additional vegetation or other design
elements to integrate the safety structure to a greater extent into the viewshed while providing
adequate safety.
Location
Areas where the bicycle/pedestrian safety structure will be the dominant visual feature
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Safety structure will be designed to fit in visually with nearby fencing through selection of
materials and landscaping.
Effectiveness Criteria
Aesthetics of safety structure meet all applicable standards of local jurisdictions; visual
impacts of safety structure are minimized.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
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Timing During final design
Historic, Archaeological, and Cultural Resources
IMPACT HR -1 Disturbance of historic Healdsburg Station turntable could occur as a result
of construction activities.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure HR -1: Exclusionary plastic mesh fencing shall be installed and Not Applicable.
maintained to prohibit equipment from impacting the structure. [applies to historic Healdsburg
station turntable]
Location Healdsburg Station.
Monitoring I Reporting Action None
Effectiveness Criteria Mesh fencing is installed to prohibit equipment from impacting the historic turntable.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing During construction.
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IMPACT HR -3
Proposed changes to the Santa Rosa Railroad Square Station landscaping
could affect the historic character of the Railroad Square District.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Consult and coordinate with the City of Santa Rosa regarding the design of station facilities to
ensure that any adverse impacts are less than significant.
Mitigation Measure HR -2: Any new street furniture, train platform, or shelters shall be
sympathetic to the local historic character, and landscaping spatial patterning, and be designed
in concert with the Santa Rosa Community Development Department City Cultural Heritage
Board. The City's historic district fencing guidelines shall be consulted in the proposed
bicycle/pedestrian pathway designs. [applies to Santa Rosa Railroad Square Station site]
Location
Santa Rosa Station
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Alterations and additions to the station will be designed in consultation with the City Community
Development Department and historic district fencing guidelines.
Effectiveness Criteria
Alterations and additions to the station are designed in concert with applicable standards and
are consistent with the historic character of the station.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
During final engineering design.
IMPACT HR -4
Inappropriate rehabilitation techniques could affect the historic Petaluma
Station.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Limit future renovations to the station to minor retrofitting, addition of street furniture and con-
struction of the two proposed train platforms.
Mitigation Measure HR -3: Any proposed rehabilitation, changes, alterations and additions
shall comply with City of Petaluma policy, which requires conformance with the Secretary of
the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties with Guidelines for Preserving,
Rehabilitating, Restoring and Reconstructing Historic Buildings. These guidelines shall be
consulted for any proposed street furniture and construction of the two proposed train
platforms. [applies to Petaluma Station]
Location
Petaluma Station.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Rehabilitation, alterations and additions to Petaluma Station will comply with Interior's
Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.
Effectiveness Criteria
Renovations, changes, and additions to Petaluma Station are minimized and consistent with
applicable standards and the historic character of the station.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable.
Not Applicable. This measure applies to downtown
Petaluma not the Corona Station.
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Timing
During final engineering design.
IMPACT HR -5
Railroad construction would affect historic features associated with a section
of trackwork that retains integrity.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure HR -4: Prior to construction, a report shall be prepared by a professional Not Applicable.
architectural historian and shall be accompanied by requisite sets of large format camera
Historic American Landscape Survey (HALS) Level II black -and -white 8 -by -10 inch archival
quality prints produced by a professional photographer. A minimum of twenty views shall be
documented (five landscape perspectives at one -mile intervals, trestle profiles, culvert profiles,
and telephone pole alignments) and two sets of prints, plus the report, shall be sent to the
California State Library in Sacramento and the Petaluma Museum. The report and
accompanying photography would provide a permanent record of this section of the former
NWP track and right-of-way. This record would preserve the historic information and context
for this section of track. [applies to historic trackwork — MP 31.3 to 36.7]
Location
Historic track near Petaluma.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Archival quality photographs will be sent to the California State Library and Petaluma
Museum, and a report prepared by an architectural historian.
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Effectiveness Criteria
Photographs and a report of the historic section of track are recorded and preserved.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Prior to project construction.
IMPACT HR -6
Proposed rehabilitation of the Russian River Railroad Bridge could impact the
integrity of the bridge.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure HR -5: The following shall be conducted prior to any rehabilitation effort:
a report shall be prepared by a professional architectural historian and shall be accompanied
by requisite sets of large format camera Historic American Engineering Record (HAER) Level
II black -and -white 8 -by -10 inch archival quality prints taken by a professional photographer. A
minimum of twelve views shall be documented (two profiles, two centerline shots, four
abutment shots, and four engineering details) and two sets of prints shall be sent to the
California State Library in Sacramento and the Healdsburg Museum. Measured drawings
shall be prepared of the structure under the supervision of a qualified architectural historian.
After this effort, the bridge shall be rehabilitated using Secretary of the Interior Guidelines
and Standards. The new concrete members shall be colored to match the existing metal to
lower the visual impacts to less than significant levels. [applies to Russian River bridge and
Haystack Bridge — for Haystack, a set of prints and drawings to be sent to the Petaluma
Museum.]
Location
Russian River Railroad Bridge.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Archival quality photographs will be sent to the California State Library and Healdsburg
Museum, and drawings prepared by an architectural historian.
Effectiveness Criteria
Archival quality photographs taken by a professional photographer, and drawings prepared by
an architectural historian. The bridge is rehabilitated according to Interior Guidelines and
Standards.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Prior to and during project construction.
IMPACT HR -7
Proposed replacement of the Petaluma River Haystack Bridge would affect the
significance of this historical resource.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable
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MITIGATION MEASURE Implement Mitigation Measure HR -2, with a set of prints and drawings sent to the Petaluma
Museum.
Mitigation Measure HR -6 [applies to Haystack Bridge]: Advertisements shall be placed in local
newspapers, and historical advocacy groups that may be interested in acquiring the bridge
shall be contacted. Arrangements shall be made for the relocation of the historic structure with
its subsequent rehabilitation and adaptive re -use at its new site, including compliance with all
State Historic Building Code requirements. Should efforts to relocate the structure fail, one or
more of the following actions should be implemented to mitigate the loss:
Location
1. Commemoration of the structure with an enclosed display of text and photos designed by
a local professional historical consultant to be placed on the passenger cars at the primary
entrance, or alternatively at the Petaluma Station.
2. Salvage of significant materials of the historic structure for conservation in a historical
display located at the former bridge site.
3. Incorporation of the historic structure's operator's cab and truss system into the design of
the new bridge.
Petaluma River Haystack Bridge.
Monitoring I Reporting Action Interest groups will be contacted who may wish to acquire the historic bridge; potential re -use
will comply with State Historic Building Code requirements.
Effectiveness Criteria Historic bridge relocated and reused at new site; or, loss of historic structure mitigated through
commemoration at the site, salvage of materials, or incorporation into the new structure.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Not Applicable. This measure does not apply to the
Corona Station.
Table 1. SMART Project Mitigation Monitoring Program
Timing
During final engineering design and during project construction.
IMPACT HR -8
Proposed bicyclelpedestrian pathway safety structures could cause adverse
visual impacts on adjacent historic resources.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure HR -7: Where tall safety structures are required in close proximity to
historic resources, design safety structures similar to the surrounding historical landscape. For
example, structures should be built with similar materials (e.g., horizontal wooden planks and
vertical wooden posts near historic wooden structures or brick near historic brick buildings).
Adjacent property owners and local government shall be consulted about the design details of
the safety structures and landscaping, safety structures should be consistent with applicable
local historic preservation policies and guidelines.
Location
Along bicycle/pedestrian pathway.
Monitoring / Reporting Action
Property owners and local government will be consulted about design details of safety
structures, which should be consistent with local preservation policies and guidelines.
Effectiveness Criteria
Safety structures will be designed using similar materials and style to nearby historic resources,
and property owners and local governments consulted about design details.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
During final engineering design.
IMPACT AR -1
Several locations exist within the project corridor that have a high probability
to contain historic or prehistoric archaeological deposits.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure AR -1: Because of the high probability for the presence of historic or
prehistoric artifact deposits, an Extended Phase I archaeological study is recommended at
these sites (listed in DEIR, page 3-264) in locations where ground disturbances are planned.
If an archaeological site is discovered, additional fieldwork (Phase II testing) may be required
to establish site boundaries and determine each site's eligibility for listing on the National
Register of Historic Places (NRHP). If a site is determined to be eligible, consultation shall be
initiated with the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) and other appropriate consulting
parties to either avoid the site or to develop a data recovery plan.
Extended Phase I archaeological testing is generally comprised of a series of systematically
placed vertical holes that are slightly wider than the width of a shovel blade. Shovel test pits
are typically excavated to sterile subsoil or the maximum practical depth to which soil material
can be removed by shovel, usually just over a meter. During excavation, care is taken that soil
strata are recognized and artifacts from each stratum are bagged separately. A profile is then
produced and soils are classified by type and Munsell colors.
Location
Sensitive cultural sites throughout the project corridor.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable. No historic structures at the Corona
Station site.
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
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Monitoring I Reporting Action An Extended Phase I archaeological study will be conducted at these sites, followed by
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Phase II testing if a site is discovered.
Effectiveness Criteria
Archaeological studies conducted at sites with a high probability of containing culturally sig-
nificant materials. If sites are found, further study is conducted to establish boundaries and
determine significance.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Prior to project construction.
IMPACT AR -2
Subsurface historic archaeological deposits associated with the Coast Miwok
ethnographic village north of Cotati could be impacted by construction.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure AR -2: Archaeological and Native American monitoring is recommended in Not Applicable.
this area because subsurface historic and possibly prehistoric archaeological deposits
could be impacted by construction. [applies to Coast Miwok ethnographic village north of
Cotati, Downtown Novato and Hamilton station sites]
Location
North of Cotati.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Archaeological and Native American monitors present during construction activities.
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Table 1. SMART Project Mitigation Monitoring Program
Effectiveness Criteria
Archaeological and Native American monitors present during construction to evaluate poten-
tial impacts to any subsurface cultural materials found in the area.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
During project construction.
IMPACT AR -3
Ground disturbing construction activities could adversely affect unknown
potentially important subsurface cultural materials in the vicinity of the Marin
Civic Center Station.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure AR -3: If construction personnel locate buried cultural materials, work
shall be halted or shifted to another area and a qualified archaeologist shall be contacted to
determine proper treatment of the find.
Location
Vicinity of Marin Civic Center Station.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
An archaeologist will evaluate any buried cultural materials found during construction.
Effectiveness Criteria
If buried cultural materials are found, work is stopped and an archaeologist contacted to eval-
uate the find.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
During project construction.
IMPACT AR -4
Eleven culturally sensitive historic and prehistoric sites have been identified in
the area that extends north from the Marin/Sonoma county line to the Haystack
Bridge south of Petaluma.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure AR -4: Trackwork shall be avoided or undertaken in a manner to avoid
ground disturbance beyond the current track limits (e.g., by undertaking construction from the
existing track) in the most culturally sensitive railroad segments. The Federated Indians of
Graton Rancheria have asked that any archaeological site identified within those boundaries
be depicted as an "environmentally sensitive area" on railroad maps. Furthermore,
maintenance trucks shall avoid driving through this area until boundary definition, evaluation
and site capping is completed at the site within the railroad right-of-way. If it is not possible to
avoid impacts along this railroad segment, boundary definition would also be warranted at
each site to determine if trackwork has the potential to impact the sites.
Avoidance of all ground disturbances that could create impacts is recommended at the
following sites: two historic foundations; a buried concrete wall within the railroad right-of-way;
a prehistoric site north of Penngrove; and a prehistoric site south of San Rafael at Simms. If
avoidance is not feasible, then the sites would require evaluation for NRHP/CRHR eligibility.
[applies to 11 sites from Marin/Sonoma County line to Haystack Bridge, south of Petaluma]
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable.
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
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Location Culturally sensitive sites from the Sonoma County line to Haystack Bridge.
Monitoring / Reporting Action Archaeological site definition or NRHP/CRHR evaluation will be undertaken at culturally sen-
sitive sites if ground -disturbing activities are not avoidable.
Effectiveness Criteria Ground -disturbing activity at culturally sensitive sites along the right-of-way avoided, or, if
unavoidable, archaeological site definition or historic site evaluation conducted prior to such
activity.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing Prior to project construction.
Table 1. SMART Project Mitigation Monitoring Program
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
IMPACT AR -5
Any replacement bridgework has the potential to disturb potentially significant
archaeological resources since prehistoric and historic archaeological sites
are often located on stream banks or near the confluence of steams.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure AR -5: Of the five bridges and trestles located between MP 31 to MP 37,
Not Applicable.
the open deck trestle between MP 35 and MP 36 should be avoided. If the trestle needs to be
replaced, then archaeological site determination (Extended Phase I testing), Phase II eligibility
testing, and possible data recovery would be required. The remaining four bridges would
require monitoring by a qualified archaeologist and a Native American monitor. Archaeological
sites near bridges located at MP 85 and between MP 43 to MP 44 would require boundary
definition. If the sites would be impacted by bridgework, then evaluation would be required
prior to bridge removals.
Location
Trestle between MP 35 and MP 36, and archaeological sites between MP 43 and 44, and at
MP 85.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Archaeological site determination if the open deck trestle between MP35 and 36 needs replace-
ment, and boundary definition and potential evaluation for the sites at MP 43-44 and MP85.
Effectiveness Criteria
Appropriate archaeological site evaluations conducted if construction could impact potentially
significant archaeological sites.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Prior to project construction.
IMPACT AR -6
Site preparation and use of some of the proposed pre -construction staging
areas could disturb unknown and potentially significant cultural resources.
MITIGATION MEASURE
Mitigation Measure AR -6: If ground disturbances are planned and staging areas cannot be
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
avoided, an archaeologist shall be present for all grading or other ground disturbing activities
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
planned in the staging area. In the vicinity of the staging areas near Ignacio, if ground
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
disturbances are planned, an archaeologist and Native American monitor should be present
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
for all grading or other ground disturbing activities planned in the staging area.
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Location
Pre -construction staging areas, particularly near Ignacio.
Monitoring I Reporting Action
Archaeological monitor present for ground -disturbing activities in staging areas; a Native
American monitor should also be present for staging areas near Ignacio.
Effectiveness Criteria
Grading and other ground -disturbing activities overseen by appropriate monitors.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Prior to project construction.
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IMPACT CR -3 Ground disturbing construction activities could adversely affect subsurface
deposits associated with a previously demolished historic structure.
MITIGATION MEASURE Mitigation Measure CR -3 (Hamilton Station Site): Because of the possibility of the Not Applicable.
presence of historic or prehistoric artifact deposits, an Extended Phase I archaeological
study is recommended at this site in locations where ground disturbances are planned. The
purpose of the Extended Phase I study is to establish the presence or absence of an
archaeological deposit within an area that may be impacted as a result of project
implementation. Extended Phase I archaeological testing is generally comprised of a limited
series of systematically placed excavation units in the area of potential impacts.
If an archaeological deposit is identified during the Extended Phase I archaeological excavation,
additional fieldwork (Phase II testing) may be required to establish site boundaries and
evaluate the deposit for it's potential for eligibility for listing in the NRHP/CRHR. If a site is
determined to be eligible, consultation shall be initiated with the SHPO and other appropriate
consulting parties to either avoid impacts to the site or to develop and implement a data
recovery plan (Phase III).
Location Hamilton station site
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Table 1. SMART Project Mitigation Monitoring Program City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Monitoring / Reporting Action Completion of Phase I study and summary report. Completion of Phase II study, if deemed
necessary. Consultation with agencies, as described in mitigation measure.
Effectiveness Criteria Compliance with agency protocols
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing During final engineering design and prior to construction
Table 2 outlines all the various environmental compliance measures which will be implemented by SMART in order to avoid or minimize potential environmental
impacts during construction and operation of the project. The table lists those measures which would occur during project construction first followed by a
breakdown of measures by issue areas which would be implemented as part of the operation of the project
Table 2. SMART Project Environmental Compliance Measures
Construction Require contractor to develop and implement construction phasing/sequencing and traffic
management plans to minimize traffic impacts during construction. This plan will include:
defining each construction operation, approximate duration, and necessary traffic controls to
maintain access for vehicles; limiting off-site construction -related hauling and movement of
heavy equipment to daytime hours and off-peak travel demand periods; providing alternative
access and notice of detours to local neighborhoods; encouraging construction workers to
use public transportation and carpool in areas where limited parkinq is available.
Confine construction access, mainline track reconstruction and construction of new sidings
to existina riaht-of-wav, where possible.
Conduct additional special -status plant surveys prior to project implementation, consistent
with California Department of Fish & Game (CDFG) reauirements.
Consult with the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) and CDFG, as necessary,
regarding stream crossings and minimization of impacts on water quality and biological
resources.
Repair in place small and medium size railroad bridges and replace or rehabilitate existing
structures such as bridges within the original footprint, to minimize the physical effects at
water crossinas. on the floodplain and anv surroundina sensitive bioloaical areas.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Applies.
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Use of appropriate controls for pollution prevention during servicing and fueling of construction
vehicles including:
• Perform fueling and servicing only in designated areas located as far as practicable from
stream zones and wetland areas.
• When fueling, do not "top off' tanks.
• Carry spill containment kits in all construction vehicles.
• Use a secondary containment such as a drain pan or drain cloth when fueling to catch spills.
• Train all project construction personnel and subcontractors in proper fueling, servicing,
and clean-up procedures.
• Report all fluid spills immediately.
• Store hazardous materials as far as practical from stream zones and wetland areas.
• Develop and implement a contingency plan for possible leaks and spills of hazardous
materials.
Surface water runoff from affected areas would be dispersed in accordance with the
Not Applicable
measures required under a SWPPP from the RWQCB and under a Standard Urban Storm
Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) as developed by the City of Santa Rosa and County of
Sonoma.
Develop a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for construction activities in or
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
adjacent to waterways or wetlands, best management practices (BMPs) shall be
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
implemented to minimize erosion and sedimentation. BMPs would include the following
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
types of activities:
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
• Control sheet flow and run off from all disturbed areas using ditches, berms, weed free
less than significant for the Corona Station.
wattles, straw bales, and siltfencina.
Table 2. SMART Project Environmental Compliance Measures
• Cover or stabilize loose soil and exposed slopes prior to the onset of rainy season and any
time that rain is forecast within 24 hours.
• Use geo textile fabric or protective mats where feasible to minimize ground damage where
vehicle travel through wetlands or other saturated soil areas cannot be avoided in
temporary work areas.
• Apply gravel to a depth of three inches to access roads used during the rainy season.
• Install silt fencing and fiber rolls around soil and gravel stockpiles between October 15 and
April 15 to prevent sedimentation in nearby watercourses and wetlands.
• Hydroseed disturbed areas before October 15 with a mixture of native and non-invasive
plants that provide protection from erosion. The seed mixtures should be developed for
each site based on local conditions.
• Stabilize stream banks prior to October 15 with riprap, native plantings, willow wattles or
other biotechnical slope stabilization techniaues.
Implement air quality BMPs such as the following measures, where appropriate:
• Water all active construction areas at least twice daily.
• Cover all trucks hauling soil, sand, and other loose materials or require that all trucks to
maintain at least two feet of freeboard.
• Sweep streets as required (with water sweepers) if visible soil material is carried onto
adjacent public streets.
• Enclose, cover, water twice daily or apply (non-toxic) soil stabilizers to exposed stockpiles
(dirt, sand, etc.).
• Limit traffic speeds on unpaved roads to 15 miles perhour.
• Install sandbags or other erosion control measures to prevent silt runoff to public
roadways.
• Replant vegetation in disturbed areas as quickly as possible.
• Use cleanest available engines, including alternative -fueled construction equipment when
feasible.
• Minimize equipment idling time.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
• Maintain orooerly tuned eauioment.
Conduct a worker orientation program prior to and during construction activities to summarize Not Applicable
relevant laws and regulations that protect historic resources and review applicable
avoidance and minimization measures to protect resources.
No
Have a qualified cultural resources monitor present for grading or other ground disturbing
activities planned in areas of potential archaeological sensitivity.
Ensure proper design of restraint and shoring systems in order to prevent unstable
excavations.
Use "green building" materials where practical.
Avoid construction noise in early and late hours.
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation.
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation.
The City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
Work with local jurisdictions and transit providers in the preparation and administration of the Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
construction phasing/sequencing and traffic management plan. measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Location Throughout the rail corridor, as warranted.
Monitoring / Reporting Measures are to be implemented by the construction contractor, with ongoing monitoring, as
Action needed, by the SMART District following construction.
Effectiveness Criteria Adherence to appropriate and applicable regulatory requirements to assure successful
implementation of compliance measures.
Responsible Agency The SMART District will retain primary responsibility for implementing the construction -
related compliance measures. Additional agencies that will assist include:
• CDFG, for review of special -status plantsurveys
• RWQCB, for consultation regarding stream crossings and minimization of impacts on
water quality and biological sources.
• RWQCB and Counties of Sonoma and Marin, for approving and implementing
SWPPP and BMPs for minimizing erosion and sedimentation.
Table 2. SMART Project Environmental Compliance Measures
. Bay Area Air Quality Management District and Northern Sonoma County Air Pollution
Control District, for implementation of BMPs for minimizing air pollution emissions
Timing During and following project construction.
Security/Public Safety In advance of start-up operations, SMART will designate an Emergency Response
Coordinator to develop and implement a coordinated Emergency Preparedness Plan in
consultation with local emergency responders. It will also hire a Public Safety Assessment
(PSA) consultant to assist in the preparation of the plan which will include measures to
address fire, safety, health, and security emergencies. SMART will submit the Emergency
Preparedness Plan to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for approval prior to
initiation of passenger rail service. The Emergency Preparedness Plan will:
• Establish chain of command that assigns responsibilities of railroad personnel and
acknowledges authority of emergency responders.
• Delineate functions and responsibilities for railroad operating personnel and control center
personnel.
• List telephone numbers of railroad personnel and emergency responders who must be
notified in the event of an accident, in milepostorder.
• Develop criteria for determining whether an emergency exists and requires assistance
from emergency responders.
• Establish procedures for notifying emergency responders and defining incident
responsibility.
• Establish communication protocol between train and dispatcher, emergency responders,
and within train based on chain of command, role and responsibilities of conductor.
• Address care and evacuation of passengers.
• Address joint operations with other railroads sharing right-of-way.
• Develop a construction safety plan aimed at fire prevention.
Incorporate security enhancements into SMART's capital and operating plans. Such
improvements include security design considerations for vehicles and stations, on-going
personnel and passenger awareness training sessions, alternative back up external
communications capabilities. and in -vehicle Dublic address systems.
Provide system security for railway operations, either in-house or by contract. Contracted
services could include local police, county sheriffs personnel or private security personnel.
Fare inspectors would also be part of system security and provide additional surveillance to
deter crime.
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Implement training per the FRA rule of railroad personnel and those who interact with the
railroad in emergency situations, including police, fire and heath emergency responders. A
required training session for non -railroad personnel includes briefings in railroad and
passenger train operations, right-of-way safety issues, equipment, forcible entry and
evacuation, train crew personnel, hazards, emergency exits, grade crossings, and bridges
and tunnels.
Request the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to conduct a comprehensive
vulnerability assessment of the proposed oroiect corridor.
Adhere to state and federal regulations to promote public safety and discourage
trespassing. Standard safety measures include fencing, signage, and other physical
impediments at appropriate locations designed to promote safety and minimize
pedestrian/train accidents. In addition, appropriate set back for bicycle/pedestrian pathway,
safety structure between bicycle/pedestrian pathway and rail tracks and use of heavy DMU
vehicles compatible with freiaht trains.
In order to educate the community, and school children in particular, about safety issues
around the rail tracks, work with Operation Lifesaver.' Operation Lifesaver is a nationwide,
non-profit information safety program dedicated to educating the public on how to reduce
crashes, injuries, and fatalities at at -grade rail crossings and on railroad rights-of-way. This
free public service creates awareness of the hazards that may occur on railroad property
and at at -grade crossings in particular. Operation Lifesaver has developed an outreach
education program specifically for children. SMART proposes to sponsor in -school education
in advance of start -UD of the oroiect.
'Operation Lifesaver, available: http://www.oli.org/.
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Table 2. SMART Project Environmental Compliance Measures
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
Corona Station Applicability
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
Gate and lock all tunnels at dusk for security and safety purposes.
significant for the Corona Station.
Design station and facility lighting to avoid light and glare on residential areas and to protect
To address safety issues, maintain clearly defined access for non -motorized modes during
nighttime views.
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
construction. Where roadways and sidewalks are impassable for bicycles and pedestrians,
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
sign and maintain safe alternate routes and pathways during construction. Coordinate with
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Marin and Sonoma Counties, local jurisdictions, fire and police departments, and transit
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
water for landscaping requirements, where feasible.
providers.
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
Inspect the line during and after major storm and/or flooding events.
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
Location
Throughout the rail corridor.
Monitoring 1 Reporting
Periodic monitoring by the SMART District and local jurisdictions to verify that all security/
Action
public safety measures are being implemented.
Effectiveness Criteria
Adherence to FRA approved emergency preparedness plan, and to state and federal regulations
to promote public safety associated with the use and maintenance of the railroad corridor.
Responsible Agency
The SMART District will retain primary responsibility for implementing the security/public
safety—related compliance measures. Additional agencies that will assist include:
• Federal Railroad Administration, for review and approval of SMART's Emergency
Pre- paredness Plan
• Local police, Sonoma and Marin County Sheriff's, local fire departments and health
emer- gency responders.
Timing
Prior to and following initiation of rail service.
Aesthetics
Consult with adjacent property owners and local governments about the design details of the
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
safety structures and landscaping along the rail right-of-way.
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Consult with local jurisdictions regarding rail station designs to ensure visual compatibility. Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
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measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
Design station and facility lighting to avoid light and glare on residential areas and to protect
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
nighttime views.
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Use drought tolerant native species for proposed landscaping/screening and use recycled
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
water for landscaping requirements, where feasible.
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
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Location
Throughout the corridor, as warranted.
Monitoring / Reporting
Documentation from SMART demonstrating compliance.
Action
Effectiveness Criteria
Implementation of design details; where feasible, use of drought tolerant native species and
recycled water for landscaping.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, with assistance from property owners and local jurisdictions
Timing
Prior to project construction
Traffic
Implement an interconnected and adaptive traffic signal sequencing and coordination
system in downtown San Rafael to minimize vehicle delay (see Section 3.6,
Implement roadway improvements at 3rd and Netherton (addition of dual southbound right -
turns), as an option, in the Downtown San Rafael Station area to minimize traffic congestion
(see Section 3.6_ Transoortation)_
Implement traffic signal timing and sequencing and a grade crossing protection system
adjacent to downtown Petaluma and Santa Rosa Railroad Square stations to provide
coordination and integration of the train detection system with adjacent traffic signals to
minimize delays and allow for progression of other non -conflicting traffic movements (see
Section 3.6. Transnortation).
Work with each city/town's traffic engineer to evaluate the need for traffic signal timing and
sequencing and a grade crossing protection system at intersections adjacent to station
locations to minimize delay, and implement if warranted (see Section 3.6, Transportation).
Location Along the rail corridor through downtown San Rafael, Petaluma and Santa Rosa.
Monitoring / Reporting Periodic monitoring of local traffic operations where improvements have been made.
Action
Effectiveness Criteria With implementation of compliance measures, there would be a continuation of existing ser-
vice levels on local streets.
Responsible Agency SMART District, with assistance from City of San Rafael, City of Petaluma and City of Santa
Rosa.
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City will cooperate with SMART in its
implementation.
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Table 2. SMART Project Environmental Compliance Measures
Timing Prior to and following project construction.
Water Quality/ Utilize the bicycle/pedestrian pathway as maintenance access for the railway to minimize
Biological Resources disturbance of biological resources and adjacent properties.
Develop bio -filtration swales or other appropriate pollutant runoff controls to accommodate
surface runoff from the rail improvements, stations, maintenance facility, and park-and-
ride facilities, where appropriate.
Develop and implement a habitat restoration plan, in consultation with appropriate agencies,
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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to replace sensitive habitat and trees within the nroiect riaht-of-way. where feasible.
Coordinate with the Sonoma County Water Agency (SCWA) regarding modifications to
bridaes and culverts and other construction activities adiacent to SCWA facilities.
Install signage along the bicycle/pedestrian pathway, where appropriate, to discourage
disturbance of sensitive habitats. Signs shall explain the importance of local habitat, wildlife,
and-te-al reouirement- to ctav nn tha nat_h_
Location
Throughout the rail corridor.
Monitoring / Reporting
None
Action
Effectiveness Criteria
Adherence to SWPPP and SISMP; also adherence to habitat restoration plan.
Responsible Agency
SMART District, RWQCP, City of Santa Rosa, Counties of Sonoma and Marin; CDFG.
Timing
Prior to and following project construction.
Biological Resources
Preservation of Mature Oak Trees. The construction plan for station sites shall contain
detailed provisions for the protection of existin mature oak trees and these provisions shall
be conveyed to all construction perll
Location
Hamilton station site
Monitoring/Reporting
Construction contractor to submit to SMART District: construction plan for review and
Action
approval, and proof of construction personnel briefing. Periodic field monitoring by SMART
District to ensure proper protection of oak trees.
Effectiveness Criteria
Oak trees are properly fenced and otherwise protected from construction activities.
Responsible Agency
SMART District
Timing
Plans provided prior to construction; monitoring during construction
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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Air Quality Implement control measures for NOXand diesel particulate matter, which include: use of Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
advanced emission control technology (high -efficiency catalytic after -treatments, such as measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
catalyzed diesel particulate filters, selective catalytic reduction systems, NOx adsorbers, or City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
equivalent) and use of ultra low sulfur (15 ppm) fuel. measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Limit train idling to 15 minutes in all locations, except the maintenance facility shop where an Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
emissions collection hood is utilized (see Section 3.5.6).. measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation
measure and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of
less than significant for the Corona Station.
Strongly consider use of biodiesel and hybrid engine alternatives.
Location Throughout the rail corridor.
Monitoring I Reporting None.
Action
Effectiveness Criteria Adherence to applicable BAAQMD and NSCAPCD requirements
Responsible Agency SMART District., with assistance from BAAQMD and NSCAPCD
Timing Prior to and following project construction.
Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
Noise Assist local jurisdictions in Implementing FRA "quiet zones" where permissible to reduce use Applies. Quite zone have been implemented citywide in
of train horns (See Section 3.7 Noise). Supplementary safety measures required for Quiet Petaluma including at the adjacent at grade crossing of
Zones are included in project funding, if such measures are approved by the FRA. Corona Road. This measure thus has already been
successfully implemented.
Use continuous welded rail for reduction in noise/vibration. Applicable. SMART is responsible for implementing this
measure; the City has no role in its implementation. The
City finds that SMART has adopted this mitigation measure
and that it will mitigate this impact to a level of less than
significant for the Corona Station.
Location Throughout the rail corridor.
Monitoring / Reporting Documentation from SMART demonstrating compliance.
Action
Effectiveness Criteria None.
Responsible Agency SMART District
Timing Prior to, during and following project construction.
Geology/Slope In areas with slopes, develop properly designed stormwater runoff collection systems and
Stability finished contours for new stations, rail sidings, and earthwork to maximize long-term
slope stability.
Location In construction locations where drainage patterns exists.
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Monitoring / Reporting None.
Action
Effectiveness Criteria Adherence to SWPPP and SUSMP.
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Table 2. SMART Project Environmental Compliance Measures
Responsible Agency
Timing
Cultural Resources
Location
Monitoring/Reporting
Action
Effectiveness Criteria
Responsible Agency
Timing
SMART District, RWQCB, Counties of Sonoma and Marin, City of Santa Rosa.
Prior to and during project construction.
If paleontological remains are discovered during construction, construction would cease or
be directed away from the discovery, and the potential resource would be evaluated by a
qualified paleontologist. The paleontologist would recommend appropriate measures to
record, preserve, or recover the resource [I�v fpt i4iI3]
Todd Road OMF site
Paleontological evaluation if paleontological remains are discovered during construction.
Paleontologist evaluates potential impacts to any subsurface paleontological materials found
in the area.
SMART District
During construction
City of Petaluma CEQA Findings as to
Corona Station Applicability
Not Applicable
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Attachment 2
Agreement
between
the City of Petaluma
and
the Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit District
for
Construction of Corona Station Improvements in the City of Petaluma
and Related Matters
This agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of , 2020 by and between the
City of Petaluma, a California municipal corporation and charter city ("City"), and the Sonoma
Marin Area Rail Transit District ("SMART"), a regional transportation district.
Recitals
A. Lomas Corona Station LLC, the owner of property at 890 North McDowell
Boulevard, APN 137-061-019, in Petaluma ("Corona Property") and Lomas SMART LLC,
which is in contract to purchase property owned by SMART located at 315 D Street, APN 007-
131-003, in Petaluma ("Downtown SMART Property") are under the same management and
ownership, and are referred to in this Agreement as the "Developer."
B. The Downtown SMART property is adjacent to property owned by SMART,
A.P.N. 007-131-004 ("Depot Property") that contains SMART station and depot and other
improvements and that is subject to a lease agreement between SMART and the City ("Depot
Lease"). The Depot Lease was originally entered on August 1, 2003. The original parties to the
Depot Lease were the Northwestern Pacific Railroad Authority as property owner the Petaluma
Community Development Commission as lessee. SMART succeeded the original property
owner by operation of law and the Petaluma Community Development Commission assigned its
interest as lessor to the City pursuant to an Assignment and Assumption Agreement dated
August 22, 2013. The City licenses the Depot Property to the Downtown Business Association
and the Petaluma Arts Alliance for office space use.
C. The agreement between Developer and SMART dated October 12, 2019
("Developer/SMART Agreement'), provides for the close of escrow on the purchase of the
Downtown SMART Property to occur on May 19, 2020.
D. Section 2(a) of the Developer/SMART Agreement requires as consideration for
purchase of the Downtown SMART Property a payment of $8 million, and in accordance with
Section 9(c) of the Developer/SMART Agreement, Developer must deposit into escrow the
remainder of the $8 million purchase amount, less a non-refundable $500,000 deposit already
given by Developer and closing costs allocable to Developer by May 15, 2020.
E. Section 9(e), the Developer/SMART Agreement also requires Developer to
:. i to SMART 1.27 acres of land at the
comer of McDowell Boulevard and Corona Road in Petaluma and the Developer's Corona
Tentative Map application includes such 1.27 acres of land as a remainder parcel.
c
Oil October 12 2019 SMART entered into anaoreemerit to sell
SMART's Downtown property to Developer (for 8 million and 1.27 remainder parcel),
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City intends to place Hito the escrow for purchase of the Downtown
SMART Propertv $2 million of the $8 million purchase price. The Citv contribution will be
furided by traffic impact fee proceeds that were established in 2016 for this purpose, and will be
used to fund Corona Station improvements which will provide traffic relief in Petaluma via
C0111111LIter use of the Corona SMART station.
H. Developer's payment for the Downtown SMART Property and dedication of 1.27
acres at Corona Road and Me Dowell Boulevard must occur by the scheduled closing on the
Downtown SMART Property purchase on May 19, 2020 in order for SMART to request a
Change Order and proposal from SMART's existing train system contractor for the Second
Petaluma Station design and construction to proceed approximately concurrently with the
Windsor station.
1. In accordance with Article XI, Section 7, of the California Constitution, the City
may make and enforce within its limits all local, police, sanitary, and other ordinances and
regulations not in conflict with general laws.
J. In accordance with Article, X1, Section 5, of the California Constitution, as a
charter City, the City may make and enforce all ordinances and regulations in respect to
municipal affairs, subject only to restrictions and limitations provided in its charter, and with
respect to municipal affairs, the City's ordinances and regulations shall supersede all inconsistent
state laws.
K. In accordance with Article XI, Section 9, of the California Constitution, the City
may establish, purchase and operate public works to furnish residents with light, water, power,
heat, transportation, and means of communication.
L. In accordance with Section 54 of the Petaluma Charter, the City, by and through
the municipal corporation and the general welfare of its inhabitants, which are not prohibited by
the constitution, and the specifications in the Petaluma Charter of any particular powers shall not
be held to be exclusive or any Iii-nitan of the City's general grant of powers.
M*
M. In accordance with Section 54981 of the Government Code, the City may
contract with any other local agency for the performance of municipal services or functions
within the City's territory.
N. In accordance with Section 105032 of the Public Utilities Code, the SMART
Board has the power to own, operate, manage, and maintain a passenger rail system within the
territory of the district, and to determine the rail transit facilities, including ancillary bicycle and
pedestrian pathways, to be acquired and constructed by SMART, the manner of operation, and
the means to finance them.
O. In accordance with Section 105070 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART may
make contracts and enter into stipulations of any nature whatsoever, employ labor, and do all
acts necessary and convenient for the full exercise of SMART's granted powers.
P. In accordance with Section 105085 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART may
take by grant, purchase, devise, or lease, or condemn in proceedings under eminent domain, or
otherwise acquire, and hold and enjoy, real property of every kind within or without the district
necessary to the full or convenient exercise of its powers, and may lease, mortgage, sell, or
otherwise dispose of any real or personal property when in its judgment it is in the best interests
of SMART to do so.
Q. In accordance with Section 105096 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART may
acquire, construct, own, operate, control, or use rights-of-way, rail lines, stations, platforms,
switches, yards, terminals, parking lots, and any and all other facilities necessary or convenient
for rail transit within and without the district, together with all physical structures necessary or
convenient for the access of persons and vehicles thereto, including ancillary bicycle and
pedestrian pathways, and may acquire or contract for any interest in or rights to the use or joint
use of any or all such facilities,.
R. In accordance with Section 105101 of the Public Utilities Code, SMART may
enter into agreements for the joint use of any property and rights by SMART and any city, public
agency, or public utility operating transit facilities and may enter into agreements with any city,
public agency, or public utility operating any transit facilities, wholly or partially within or
without the district, for the joint use of any property of SMART or of the city, public agency, or
public utility, or for the establishment of through routes, joint fares, transfer of passengers, or
pooling agreements.
NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of
which is hereby acknowledged, the City and SMART agree as follows:
1. Recitals. The above recitals are true and correct and are made a part of this
Agreement.
2. Corona Station Project
We
2.1 Within 60 days of close of escrow on the Developer's purchase of the Downtown
SMART Property pursuant to the Developer/SMART Agreement, (1) SMART will initiate a
request for change and proposal from SMART's existing ,.' r r h l ystem
for design and construction of the ::, i Corona
Station Project'"
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SMART agrees to initiate adesign/build Change Order, » O"II for
Corona Station Project in SMART right of way located at , A.P.N. ("Corona
Station Property") x L . II li
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obtaining all applicable regulatory approvals required for construction of the Corona Station
Project.
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Property for a poricad of ( year"') in order touse the 2 million in City funding for
the Corona Station Project, and to match the City funds with $2 million in SMART funding, and
to progress as far as is reasonably possible toward completing design and construction of the
Corona Station Project Usingthe $4 million in conlbincd City and SMART titndin,g, 4A nl;i''rl
xI additional cornplete the ion
of II, : n. n ,' - II % .'',.:" O,acc SMA" '1` obtains the titndin �accdcd to conaplctc the
construction of the Corona Station Project, it will be allocated to completion of the Corona
Station Project and the project will proceed to completion.
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3,1 City Funding. City will deposit $2 million in the escrow for the Developer
/SMART agreement by May 15, 2020, so that the close of escrow on the Developer's purchase
of the Downtown SMART Property can occur by May 19, 2020, in accordance with Section 9(a)
of the Developer/SMART Agreement. The City's contribution of $2 million in City funds to the
cost of constructing the Corona Station Project will be the maximum City contribution to funding
of the Corona Station Project, and the City will not be required to provide further funding for
completion of the Corona Station Project. In the event any challenge is brought by a third party
concerning this Agreement or City's funding of this Agreement, pP- City
may terminate this Agreement in accordance with Section 7, below.
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If City elects
to defend such third party challenge to this Agreement or City's funding of this Agreement; „,II
terminate this Agreement, City shall indemnify, defend, protect, hold harmless,
and release SMART, its officials, officers, agents, and employees, from and against any and all
claims, loss, proceedings, damages, causes of action, liability, costs, or expense (including
attorneys' fees and costs) arising from or in connection with, or caused by any act, omission, or
negligence of the City regarding this Agreement or City's Funding of this Agreement.
4. Corona Station Project,'l m'',. r: xn , Cooperation. The City and SMART agree
to cooperate in good faith regarding the
Corona Station
Project in accordance with this Agreement. To the extent any construction u : • s,
rl',• ill i x. rt Il Lease Amendment contemplated herein is subject to
approvals of the City or SMART requires cooperation of the City regarding obtaining approvals
from other government bodies, the City agrees to cooperate with SMART and not unreasonably
withhold City approvals or encroachment permits x . t.. F
and to cooperate with SMART concerning obtaining approvals from other government bodies.
SMART agrees to cooperate with the City concerning City approvals and coordination related to
construction of the Corona Station Project, such as concerning impacts of the Corona Station
Project construction on City right of way and traffic, or obtaining City encroachment permits.
5. Depot Lease Amendment. Cn � i"_ 4111, ' City will introduce atl
Ordinance approving ati arnendnlcnt to the Depot lease which approval shall be effective 110
later than June 1811/July 1, 2020. City and SMART agree to amend the Depot Lease
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, to provide for City's and SMART's shared use of
parking spaces on the Depot Property as follows: Upon construction of any needed
improvements, signage and striping: (1) SMART patrons may use parking spaces at the Depot
during SMART's operational hours and Tenant patrons may use parking spaces at the Depot
during the tenants operational hours on a first come first serve basis (2) No other parking will be
allowed including; no overnight parking or parking for any residential, retail or commercial uses
(3) SMART will be responsible for enforcing parking and restrictions as per other SMART
parking facilities. City will provide through other agreement or understanding with new owner of
Downtown SMART Property for SMART's continued use of the parking on the Downtown
SMART Property and preservation of the existing ingress/egress through the Downtown
SMART property to the Depot Property until new owner commences development of the
Downtown SMART Property.
6. Tenn. The Tenn of this Agreement will commence upon approval of this
Agreement by the City Council and SMART Board, and expire upon SMART's completion of
the Corona Station Project ,., : ,u.n o
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subject to the terms of this Agreement and to applicable regulatory
requirements, including but not limited to, those of the California Public Utilities Commission
("CPUC") and the Federal Railway Authority ("FRA"), unless sooner terminated or the Term is
otherwise amended in accordance with Section 10.
7. Termination.
In the event any challenge is brought by a third parry conceraailag this Agreement or
City's 1undJng, of tills Aarcement, the City may terminate this Agrccancllt I -p" V,rll
A -re- Caen , m accordance with Section 34 The City and SMART
may terminate this Agreement for cause following written notice to the other party or by mutual
agreement.
hould escrow fail to close on the Downtown SMART property due to Developer's
failure to fully perform Jorii I ;'' 1 1 or
should City terminate this Agreement prior to closing of escrow in response to a third party
challenge to this Agreement or its funding, City shall be entitled to a refund from escrow of
$2 million deposit and SMART shall have no further Po > ,., , 1, obligations
to CITY.
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8. Liability. This Agreement is not intended to create and may not be construed so
as to create any liability of the parties or any standard of care of the parties in excess of that
established pursuant to this Agreement and existing law applicable to the parties. Except as
otherwise provided in Section 3 neither party will have any liability for the acts or omissions of
the other party.
9. Remedies. The remedies available to the City and SMART for breach of the
terms of this Agreement will be limited to (1) Specific performance of the obligations of the City
to timely perform as provided for in Section 3 °: i:: of this agreement (2) Specific performance
of the obligations of SMART x.', ',: ,subject to the terms of this Agreement
and to applicable regulatory requirements, including but not limited to, those of the California
Public Utilities Commission ("CPUC") and the Federal Railway Authority ("FRA")
10. Amendment. This Agreement may only be amended by a writing signed by
authorized representatives of each party.
11. Notice. Unless otherwise requested by a party, all notices, demands, requests,
consents or other communications which may be or are required to be given by either party to the
other shall be in writing and shall be deemed effective upon service. Notices shall be deemed to
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have been properly given when served on the party to whom the same is to be given by hand
delivery or by deposit in the United States mail addressed to the party as follows:
District: Farhad Mansourian, District Manager
Sonoma -Marin Area Rail Transit District
5401 Old Redwood Highway
Petaluma, CA 94954
City: Peggy Flynn, City Manager
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
When a notice is given by a generally recognized overnight courier service, the notice, invoice or
payment shall be deemed received on the next business day. When a notice or payment is sent via
United States Mail, it shall be deemed received seventy-two (72) hours after deposit in the United
States Mail, registered or certified, return receipt requested, with the postage thereon fully prepaid.
In all other instances, notices, and payments shall be effective upon receipt by the recipient.
Changes may be made in the names and addresses of the person to whom notices are to be given
by giving notice pursuant to this paragraph.
12. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of California.
13. Merger. This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties,
and no statement, promise, or inducement made by either party or agents of the parties that is not
contained in this Agreement shall be valid or binding; and this Agreement may not be enlarged,
modified, or altered except in accordance with Section 10.
14. Authority. The undersigned represent and warrant that they each have the
authority to execute and deliver this Agreement on behalf of each respective party.
15. No Waiver. The waiver by any of the parties of any breach of any term or
promise contained in this Agreement shall not be deemed to be a waiver of such term or
provision or any subsequent breach of the same or any other term or promise contained in this
Agreement.
16. Time of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement and each of its
provisions.
17. No Third Party Beneficiaries. Nothinz in this Auccincnt, expresscd or implied, is
intended to or shall confer upon the Developer (Lomas Corona Station LLC), any subsequent
owner of the "Corona Property"/ "Downtowi7 SMART Property",any sUccessor or assig1n, or any
Person other than the parties to this agreement any legal or equitable right, benefit or remedy of
any nature tinder or by reason of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, authorized representatives of the City and SMART have each
executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.
City of Petaluma
By:
Peggy Flynn, City Manager
Attest:
By:
Claire Cooper, City Clerk
Approved as to form:
By:
Eric W. Danly, City Attorney
Sonoma Marin Area Rail Transit District
By:
Farhad Mansourian, General Manager
Approved as to form:
By:
Thomas F. Lyons, District Counsel
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1.4 Station Areas
1.4 Station Areas
Sonoma -Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a passenger
train and multi -use pathway project located in Sonoma and
Marin counties. SMART will provide rail service along 70
miles of the historic Northwestern Pacific Railroad align-
ment, connecting urban and rural residents of the two
counties with jobs, education and health care services in
the region. The project revives the long -dormant but pub-
licly owned railroad right of way, serving 14 stations from
Cloverdale in Sonoma County to the San Francisco -bound
ferry terminal in Larkspur in Marin County.
Attachment 3
Chapter I: Introduction
Due primarily to the economic recession, SMART's
revenues are not sufficient to build the entire project as
expected by 2014. The SMART Board of Directors - 12
elected officials representing jurisdictions along the cor-
ridor - voted in November 2010 to develop the project
in phases. The first phase, a 37 -mile rail and trail project
connecting the county seats and population centers of San
Rafael and Santa Rosa, is scheduled for completion by late
2015. Extensions north and south will be developed as ad-
ditional funding is identified.
Petaluma Station Area Master Plan
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Within the city of Petaluma there are two planned sta
tions that will serve Sonoma -Marin Area Rail Transit
(SMART).
The planned Downtown Petaluma Station will be located
at the renovated historic rail depot located adjacent to
Lakeville Street and bounded by East Washington Street
and East D Street. The Downtown Petaluma Station will
provide easy access to the Downtown, the Turning Basin
area and the Copeland Street Transit Mall.
1.4 Station Areas
The Corona Road Station will be located in northwestern
Petaluma in the vicinity of the intersection of Corona
Road and North McDowell Boulevard. This site will likely
include a significant park-and-ride component while also
benefiting from improved access to employment, housing,
health services like the Petaluma Health Center, and stu-
dent services like Santa Rosa Junior College. The Corona
Road Station will be built as part of the second phase.
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2.9 Corona Road Station Area
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Chapter 2: Vision
Overview
The Corona Road Station will be located in northwestern
Petaluma in the vicinity of the intersection of Corona
Road and North McDowell Boulevard. In the short-term,
the Corona Road SMART Station will likely function as
a suburban park-and-ride station. However, in the long
term, the Corona Road Station Area may evolve to include
transit -oriented development.
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Chapter 2: Vision 2.9 Corona Road Station Area
Petaluma Station Area Master Plan
16.61 acres
4.07%
81.39 acres
Land Use
Very Low Density Residential
3.27%
Low Density Residential
The map above indicates the land use within the Corona.,.,.,
8.56 acres
Road Station Area (1/2 mile from Station Parcel). The
I High Density Residential
Station Area is approximately 674 acres, of which 408 is
FM Mobile Homes
mapped with a land use (remaining 266 acres is composed
Neighborhood Commercial
primarily of area outside of the UGB, Street ROW, and
Community Commercial
Highway ROW). The primary land uses are Business Park
4.45 acres
(23%) Low Density Residential (20%), and Mobile Homes
Mixed Use
(14%). Outside of the area designated as Business Park,
Business Park
13% of the site has a Commercial (Neighborhood or Com-
Public/Semi Public
munity) or Mixed-use designation. 42% has some form of
Education
residential designation, but it is primarily low density.
Industrial
City Park
Open Space
Total
Petaluma Station Area Master Plan
16.61 acres
4.07%
81.39 acres
19.93%
13.36 acres
3.27%
58.64 acres
14.36%
8.56 acres
2.10%
35.20 acres
8.62%
12.06 acres
2.95%
94.90 acres
23.23%
21.55 acres
5.28%
4.45 acres
1.09%
35.75 acres
8.75%
6.74 acres
1.65%
19.28 acres
4.72%
446.94 acres
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2.9 Corona Road Station Area Chapter 2: Vision
Corona Road Opportunity Sites
The opportunity sites surrounding the Corona Road Sta-
tion are primarily the undeveloped sites or underutilized
sites immediately adjacent to the Station Area.
The area that has been identified as a UGB Possible
Expansion Area to the northeast of Corona Road and the
Rail Tracks provides another large opportunity site. How-
ever, the expiration of the UGB limits was recently extend-
ed to 2025 by ballot initiative and the findings required to
incorporate this land into city limits makes it unlikely to
be available for redevelopment in the near term.
Underutilized sites along N. McDowell Blvd. near the in-
tersection at Corona Rd have the potential to redevelop as
TOD in the future. Similar to the Downtown, the intent
of the Master Plan is not to force the existing uses out, but
to provide a vision so that over time as the area develops,
TOD will become the highest and best use for these par-
cels, providing the land owners with the opportunity and
economic incentive to redevelop.
The U.S. Post Office Facility that may be closing in 2013
will become a priority opportunity site should it close.
Petaluma Station Area Master Plan
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Chapter 2: Vision
Connectivity Improvements
In the both the short and long term development scenar-
ios, the Corona Station Area will benefit from improved
access to the surrounding employment centers, health
care facilities, the junior college, and housing. With many
of these destinations being located outside the typical
walking radius for the station, additional consideration
should be given to bicycle and transit connections and
facilities in this area
The drawing on the opposite page highlights the recom-
mended Access and Connectivity improvements within
the station area. Additional information on these im-
provements can be found in Chapter 5 (Access, Connec-
tivity, and Parking).
Information regarding the Market Demand and Housing
for the Corona Road Station Can be found in Chapter 3
and Chapter 4 respectively.
The plan below provided by SMART is the most recent
plan proposed for the Corona Road Station at the time of
the writing of this document.
2.9 Corona Road Station Area
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Petaluma Station Area Master Plan
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Chapter 2: Vision
Crosswalk Safety lniprov(
Mul'ti-Use Path Crossings
Bike Parking Station
SMART Station
Future Multr-Use Path
New Streets
Unpaved Path
New Sidewalks,
SMARTR611 Line
Existing Off -Street Path
New Off -Street Path
New Bike Lanes
Existing Bike Lanes
Existing Signed On-Stree
New Signed On -Street Bi�
Planned Station Sits
Half -Mile Station Buffer
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Petaluma Station Area Master Plan
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Attachment 4
EXHIBIT A
City of Petaluma
Traffic Mitigation Fe@.
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Prepared by City of Petaluma
May 2016
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This addendum updates Table 3-3 and Tables 3-6 through 3-12 of the Traffic Mitigation Fee
Program Update prepared by Fehr & Peers (August 2012). The revised tables incorporate
updated cost figures associated with the Redevelopment Supplement of the fee program,
establishes a new land use category and fee for gas/service stations, update the methodology
from the 2012 fee study, and incorporate new improvement costs associated with parking for the
SMART stations and increase the amount of the fee to support right of way acquisition for the
Rainier Avenue Extension and Interchange project.
Table 3-3 provides the estimated cost of improvements provided by the City of Petaluma. The
updated table amends the cost estimates for the Rainier Avenue Extension and Interchange and
adds the new SMART station parking to the list of improvements.
Improvement
Rainier Avenue Extension and Interchange — locally
preferred alternative (Alt 2)
Caulfield Lane Extension
Old Redwood Highway Interchange Improvements
Caulfield Lane/Payran Street Intersection
Improvements
Petaluma Boulevard/Magnolia Avenue — Payran
Street Intersection
Construction of New Intersections Throughout the
City'
Traffic Signal Upgrades Throughout the City2
Pedestrian/Bicycle Improvements Throughout the
City,
Transit Improvements Throughout the City6
Redevelopment Supplement$
SMART Station (350 Parking Spaces)'
Total
Estimated Costs
Total Project
Other
Net City Cost
Cost
Funding
$114,983,5001
$25,258,4032
$89,725,097
$63,082,240
$8,521,0463 I
$54,561,1944
$43,115,000
$40,235,01051
$2,879,990
$5nn,nnn
$ -
$500;000
$500,000
$ -
$500,000
$2,250,0007
$ -
$2,250,000
$1,885,000
$ -
$1,885,000
$27,389,000
$ -
I
$27,389,000
$2,500,000
$ - I
$2,500,000
$9,972,739
$ - I
$9,972,739
$10,500,000
$ -'
$10,500,000
$276,677,479
$74,014,459 I
$202,663,020
Notes:
1. Covers modified diamond interchange configuration alternative (Alternative 2 of Rainier Avenue Project Study Report),
based on cost estimates of Jacobs 2009.
2. Funding includes $7.5M in former Petaluma Community Development Commission (PCDC) funds allocated by City
Council and $23AM in local roadway construction costs and dedicated ROW to be covered by development adjacent to
the project.
3. Cost of local roadway construction covered by development adjacent to the site. Other funding includes $2,012,726 fair
share contribution from Quarry Heights project.
4. Covers bridge only.
5. Funding includes $11.3M in former Petaluma Community Development Commission (PCDC) funds allocated by City
Council and $28.9M in a combination of Measure M, SLPP, developer contributions, and Assessment District 21 funds.
6. Includes bus stop improvements, real time transit information system, and signal priority system for transit.
7. Cost reflects six intersections to be constructed. Cost estimate based on 3 signalized intersections and 3 roundabouts.
8. Represents the $18.8M in former Petaluma Community Development Commission (PCDC) agreements currently disputed
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by the CA Department of Finance (see notes 2 & 5 above). The City will collect this supplement pending resolution of the
status of these funds. If the PCDC agreements are recognized, as the City believes they must be, the TMF will be adjusted
to remove the Redevelopment Supplement. Adjusted to $9,972,739 to reflect 2014 Bond Proceeds of $8,836,001.
9. Parking needs identified in SMART White Paper No. 11 (February 2008)
Source: City of Petaluma, 2015.
Table 3-6 presents the growth projections used in the analysis. Compared to the projections used
in the 2012 analysis, 65 accessory dwelling units, and 16 gas/service station fuel positions have
been added to the growth scenario.
Land Use Category Unit 2007 2012 2025
Single -Family DwellingI
Dwelling
119
Unit +
Unit I
18,251
Multi -Family Dwelling Unit I
Dwelling
2,558
879 I
Unit
29%
Accessory Dwelling Unit
Dwelling
2,624
58%
Unit
I 5,449 I
Senior Housing
Dwelling
1,554
! 23,087 I
Unit
28%
Office
KSF
5,820
Hotel/Motel I
Room I
682
Commercial/Shopping I
KSF I
4,421
Industrial/Warehouse I
KSF
5,504
Education I
Student
18,036
Institution
KSF (
1,432
Gas/Service Station
Fuel I
142
Position
Source: City of Petaluma, 2015.
18,266 19,796
2,820 I 6,380
Total
Growth %
(2012 to Growth
2025)
1,530 8%
3,560 126%
65
1,612
1,731
119
7%
6,044
I 8,676
2,632
44%
682
879 I
197
29%
4,524
7,148 I
2,624
58%
5,027
I 5,449 I
422
8%
18,036
! 23,087 I
5,051
28%
1,432
1,432
-
0%
142
158
16
11%
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Table 3-7 recalculates the dwelling unit equivalent (DUE) factors, using updated data from the
Institute of Traffic Engineers Trip Generation Handbook, 9th Edition, and SANDAG's Brief
Guide of Vehicular Traffic Generation Rates (July 2002). The "Percent New Trips" column need
only be multiplied by the peak hour trip rate in order to estimate vehicle trips per unit. Vehicle
trips per unit for each land use is then divided by the vehicle trips per single family dwelling unit
to determine the DUE factor for each land use.
Peak
Hour % New
Land Use Category Unit
s
VT per Unit
DUE per
Trip Trips2
Unit'
Rate'
Dwelling
Single -Family Dwelling Unit 1.01 86%
0.87
1.00
Unit
Multi -Family Dwelling Unit' Dwelling 0.62 86%
0.53
0.61
Unit
Accessory Dwelling Unit" Dwelling 0.28 86% I
0.24
i
0.28
Unit
I
a
Senior Housing' Dwelling 0.27 86/0
0.23
0.27
Unit
Office' KSF 1.49 77%
1.15
1.32
Hotel/Motel Room 0.59 58%
0.34
0.39
Commercial/Shopping' KSF 3.73 45%
1.68
1.93
Industrial/Warehouse' KSF 0.86 79% (
0.68 (
0.78
Education10 Student 0.15 57% I
0.09 (
0.10
Institution" KSF 0.55 64% ,
0.35 ,
0.41
Gas/Service Station13 Fuel Position 13.38 21% I
2.81 I
3.23
Notes:
1. ITE Trip Generation, 8th Edition, 2008. Rates based on PM peak hour of
adjacent traffic.
2. SANDAG Brief Guide of Vehicular Traffic Generation Rates, July 2002.
3. VT (vehicle trip) per unit = peak hour trip rate * % new trips.
4. DUE per unit = VT per unit / VT per single-family dwelling unit
5. ITE Apartment rate used.
6. ITE Senior Adult Housing - Detached rate used.
7. ITE General Office Building (PM peak hour) rate used.
8. ITE Shopping Center rate used for all commercial uses.
9. ITE Industrial Park rate used for all industrial uses.
10. ITE Elementary school (PM peak hour generator) rates used for all educational
uses.
11. ITE Church rate used for all general institutional uses,
12. Assuming one person on average lives in accessory unit, use ITE peak hour
rate of 0.28 per person.
13. ITE Service Station w/Convenience Market used.
Source: Fehr & Peers, 2012. Willdan, 2015.
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Table 3-8 recalculates the growth in DUE using the revised DUE factors from the preceding
table. The growth per dwelling unit, thousand square feet, hotel room, student or fuel position is
multiplied by the corresponding DUE factor from Table 3-7 to convert projected growth into
DUEs. Using the revised growth scenario and revised DUE factors results in a growth increment
of 12,772 DUEs, compared to the 9,096 calculated in the City's 2014 analysis. Total DUEs at
buildout have also increased. These adjustments result in new development representing a larger
share of total build out DUEs, compared to the 2014 analysis (22.43% v. 19.53%).
Land Use Category Unit Total ' DUE per
Growth Unit
Single -Family Dwelling I
Dwelling Unit
1,530
Unit
Multi -Family Dwelling Unit I
Dwelling Unit I
3,560
Accessory Dwelling Unit I
Dwelling Unit I
65
Senior Housing I
Dwelling Unit I
119
Office (
KSF I
2,632
Hotel/Motel I
Room I
197
Commercial/Shopping I
KSF (
2,624
Industrial/Warehouse I
KSF I
422
Education
Student I
5,051
Institution
KSF
i
-
Gas/Service Station
Fuel Position
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Total New Development DUEs
Total
Build Out DUEs4
Percentage of Total Build Out DUEs
HKII1]
0.61
0.28
0.27
1.32
0.39
1.93
0.78
0.10
U.41
3.23
Growth Converted to DUEs
1,530
2,185
18
32
3,477
78
5,071
330
03
U
52
12,772
56,941
22.43%
Notes:
1. Table 3-6: City of Petaluma Travel Demand Model Land Use Projections
2. Table 3-7: City of Petaluma DUE Conversion Factors
3. While a growth in student enrollment is projected, no new schools are anticipated to be constructed.
4. Total Build Out DUEs = DUE per unit * 2012 land use projections (Table 3-6) + total new development DUEs
5. Percentage of Total Build Out DUEs = Total New Development DUEs / Total Build Out DUES
Source: Fehr & Peers, 2012. Willdan, 2015.
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Table 3-9 recalculates new development's share of the intersection projects included in the TIF.
Adjustments have been made to projects where the fair share is equal to the new development's
share of DUES at buildout. After the adjustments, a larger share of projects has been allocated to
new development compared to the 2012 analysis ($1,668,224 v. $1,646, 472).
Table 3-10 recalculates new development's share of pedestrian/bicycle projects. The "new miles
contribution" is equal to: minimum new miles for new DUE / new miles X new value. This
results in an allocation of $8,978,853 worth of pedestrian and bicycle improvements to new
development.
Existing Bicycle Miles per DUE
AN
New DUES I
Cross -Town
Intersection Net City Cost
New Development
Potential Fee
Reliever?2
Share
Contribution
Industrial @ Corona $300,000 Yes
100%
$300,000
Rainier and Maria I $450,000 Yes
100%
$450,000
Caulfield and Ely I $450,000 Yes
100%
$450,000
Casa Grande / McDowell I $450,000 No I
22.43%
I $100,934
Lindberg/Lakeville I $300,000 Yes I
100%
$300,000
South McDowell/Lakeville I $300,000 No I
22.43% I
$67,290
Total $2,250,000 -- I
--
I $1,668,224
Notes:
1. Based on Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee Program Update Memo from the City dated 5/1/12.
2. Based on discussions with the City. Out of the six intersections encompassing the $2.25M cost, only
four relieved
crosstown traffic and were included 100% in the final fee contribution total.
3. See Table 3-8 City of Petaluma Growth in DUES for calculation detail.
Source: Fehr & Peers, 2012. Willdan, 2015.
Table 3-10 recalculates new development's share of pedestrian/bicycle projects. The "new miles
contribution" is equal to: minimum new miles for new DUE / new miles X new value. This
results in an allocation of $8,978,853 worth of pedestrian and bicycle improvements to new
development.
Existing Bicycle Miles per DUE
0.0017
New DUES I
12772
Minimum Miles for new DUE I
21.6
New Miles' I
65.80
New Valuer I
$27,389,000
New Miles Contribution I
$8,978,853
% of Total Cost
33%
Notes
1. City of Petaluma, 2012
2. 2012 Land Use (per Table 3-6 Travel Demand Model) * DUE per unit (per
Table 3-7 DUE Conversion Factors)
3. See Table 3-8 Growth in DUE.
4. =Miles for new DUE/New Miles * New Value
Source: Fehr & Peers, 2012. Willdan 2015.
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Table 3-11 recalculates new development's share of circulation improvement projects based on
the adjustments in the preceding tables. In total, $173.4 million in improvement costs are
allocated to 12,772 DUES of growth, resulting in a fee of $13,577 per DUE.
Potential Fee
Contribution
$89,725,097
$54,561,194
$2,879,990
$500,000
$500,000
$1,668,224
I� $422,803
I $8,978,853
$560,746
$9,9/2,/.39
$2,355,134
$1,278,262
$173,403,042
12,772
$13,577
$12,949
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New
Improvement
Net City Cost
Development
Share
Rainier Avenue Extension and Interchange — locally
$89,725,097
100.00%
preferred alternative
Caulfield Lane Extension
$54,561,194
100.00%
Old Redwood Highway Interchange Improvements
$2,879,990
100.00%
Caulfield Lane/Payran Street Intersection
$500,000
100.00%
Improvements
Petaluma Boulevard/Magnolia Avenue — Payran
I
$500,000
I
100.00%
Street Intersection
Construction of New Intersections Throughout the
$2,250,000
74.14%
Cityl
Traffic Signal Upgrades Throughout the City' I
$1,885,000 I
22.43%
Pedestrian/Bicycle Improvements Throughout the
I
$27,389,000 I
32.78%
City
Transit Improvements Throughout the City' I
$2,500,000 I
22.43%
Redevelopment Supplement
$9,972,739
100.00%
SMART Station (350 Parking Spaces)'
$10,500,000
22.43%
Administration Costs'
--
--
Total I
$202,663,020 I
--
Projected Growth in DUES'
Fee Per DUE
Prior Fee per DUES
Notes:
1. See Table 3-9 Construction of New Intersections Fee Contributions for calculation
detail.
2. See Table 3-8 City of Petaluma Growth in DUES for calculation
detail.
3. See Table 3-10 Pedestrian/Bicycle Contribution Calculation for detail.
4. Provided by the City of Petaluma, 2012.
5. Based on Fee per DUE contained in 2015 Addendum 1.
Source: Fehr & Peers, 2012. Willdan, 2015. City of Petaluma, 2016.
Potential Fee
Contribution
$89,725,097
$54,561,194
$2,879,990
$500,000
$500,000
$1,668,224
I� $422,803
I $8,978,853
$560,746
$9,9/2,/.39
$2,355,134
$1,278,262
$173,403,042
12,772
$13,577
$12,949
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Table 3-12 presents the revised traffic impact fees. The revised fee per DUE from Table 3-11 is
multiplied by the revised DUE factors from Table 3-7 to determine the fee per land use category.
a
®.
Land Use Type
Unit
DUnip1er Fee per
DUE 2
Fee
Single -Family Dwelling Unit
Dwelling Unit
1.00
$13,577
Multi -Family Dwelling Unit
I Dwelling Unit I
0.61 I
$8,334
Accessory Dwelling Unit
Dwelling Unit I
0.28 I
I $3,764
Senior Housing
I Dwelling Unit I
0.27 I
I $3,629
Office
I KSF I
1.32
I $17,933
Hotel/Motel
( Room I
0.39 $13,577
I $5,349
Commercial/Shopping
I KSF I
1.93
I $26,236
Industrial/Warehouse
( KSF
0.78
I $10,619
Education
Student I
0.10 I
I $1,336
Institution
I KSF I
0.41 I
I $5,502
Gas/Service Station
I Fuel Position I
3.23 I
I $43,919
Notes:
1. Table 3-7 City of Petaluma
DUE Conversion Factors
2. Table 3-11 City of Petaluma Circulation Improvements
Fee Contributions
Source: Fehr & Peers, 2012. Willclan,
2015
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