HomeMy WebLinkAboutANNEXATIONS NORTH PALM DESERT DESERT NO 5 1978 Case No . and/or
Related Case No.
INITIAL STUDY FOR
ANNEXATION NO. 5
A CITY OF PALM DESERT
APRIL 1978
Prepared by:
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAI SERVICES
CITY OF PALM DESERT
45-275 Prickly Pear Lane
P. 0. Box 1977
Palm Desert, Ca. 92260
( 714) 346-0611
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page No .
I INTRODUCTION
Project Description . . . . . . . . . .
Project Location . . . .
Project Proponent and/or Lead Agency .
II ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
Existing Setting . . . . . . . . . . .
Natural environment . . . . . . .
Man-made environment . . . . . . .
Proposed Setting . . . . . . . . . . .
Natural environment . . . . . . .
Man-made environment. . . . . . .
III ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS
Significant Environmental Effects. . .
Adverse . . . . . . . . . . .
Beneficial . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mitigation. Measures . . . . . . . . . .
IV FINDINGS
Negative Declaration . . . . . .
Environmental Impact Report . . . . . .
V COMMENTS AND APPEALS
Public Review . . . . . . . .
Responsible Agency Review .
Appeals to Initial Study Determination.
VI APPENDICES
A. Informal consultation materials and comments
B. Notice of Negative Declaration
LIST OF EXHIBITS
Exhibit Title Page no .
1 Project Regional Location
2 . Project Vicinity Location
3 Photos of Project Site
4 . Topographic Map
5 Transportation Facility Map
6 Existing Public Services
7 Existing Public Utilities
8 Proposed Zoning Map
9 Summary Table of Proposed Zoning
Acreages and Dwelling Unit and
Population Densities
10 General Land Use Plan
INTRODUCTION
This report shall serve as the basis for compliance
with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 and
Resolution No. 78-32 of the City of Palm Desert.' It is
intended herein to provide the reader with factual envir-
onmental information regarding the subject project and
therein substantiate the need for the preparation`..nf an
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) or Negative Declaration (ND) .
Project Description. : (Briefly describe the project and
the action proposed. )
The project to be considered herein is, and shall herein-
after be referred to as, "Annexation No. 511 . The proposed
project would annex approximately 1050 acres of undeveloped
land lying north of and adjacent to the existing Palm Desert
City Limits.
Project Location : (Describe the regional and vicinity
location of the project and show on Exhibits 1 and 2
Also include legal description of property or properties
invloved in the project. )
The project site is situated in Southern California in the
upper Coachella Valley- near .the center of Riverside County
as shown on Exhibit 1 . The specific site to be considered
in this initial study, as shown on Exhibit 2, is legally
described as follows :
Beginning at a point in the northerly boundary line of the
City of Palm Desert , County of Riverside, State of California,
said point being the common J Section corner of Section 7 and 8 ,
Township 5 south',: Range 6 east , San Bernardino base and meridian .
Said point also being in the boundary line of the City of Rancho
Mirage of said Riverside County.
Thence northerly along the aforementioned common Section line
of Sections 7 and 8 and along the easterly boundary line of the
City of Rancho Mirage, a distance of 2 , 652 . 82 feet to the common
section corner of Sections 7 and 8 and Sections 5 and 6.
Thence north 89 33 ' 48" east along the northerly line of the
aforementioned Section 8, a distance of 2, 629. 98 feet to a point .
Thence north 89 42 , 08" east , along the northerly line of the
aforementioned Section 8 , a distance of 2,670 .86 feet to the north-
easterly corner of said Section 8 said point being the common
corner of Sections 8 and 9, said point also being the centerline
intersection of Portola Avenue and Country Club Drive.
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Thence continuing north 89 42 ' 00" east along the northerly
line of said Section 9 , a distance of 5 , 307. 00 feet to a
point . Said point being the northeasterly corner of said
Section 9, said point alos being the centerline intersection
of Cook Street and said Country Club Drive.
Thence south 00 06 ' 00" west along the easterly line of the
aforementioned Section 9, a distance of 3 , 979. 72 feet to a
point . Said point also being the most northeasterly corner
in the boundary line of the City of Palm Desert .
Thence continuing along the boundary line of the City of
Palm Desert the following courses and distances. Thence
south 89 46132" west , a distance of 3 , 981 . 26 feet .
Thence south 00 07' 20" west , a distance of 1 , 325 . 52 feet .
Thence south 89 48' 00" west , a distance of 1 , 327.45 feet .
Thence south 00 Ol ' 50" west , a distance of 1 ,592 . 03 feet .
Thence north 76 32 ' 56" west, a distance of 3 , 166. 84 feet .
Thence north 00 09 ' 12" east , a distance of 2 ,168. 56 feet .
Thence north 89 45 ' 08" east , a distance of 3 ,052 .69 feet .
Thence north 00 06 ' 40" east , a distance of 660. 00 feet .
Thence south 89 45 ' 08" west , a distance of 1 , 325 . 00 feet .
Thence north 00 06' 40" east , a distance of 664. 68 feet .
Thence south 89 44 ' 27" west a distance of 3,977 .43 feet to
the point of beginning.
This parcel of land contains 1 , 046.67 acres more or less .
The project site may generally be described as lying north of
and adjancet to the existing City limits bounded on the north
by Country Club Drive, on the east by Cook Street , on the south
by the existing City limits, and on the west by Monterey Avenue.
Project Proponent and/or Lead Agency :
The proposed project has been initiated by the City of Palm
Desert , also the Lead Agency for the project , at the request
of property owners within the annexation area.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
The purpose of this section is to briefly describe
the existing environment with respect to the subject project
and to consider the changes that will occur if the project
is approved . Environment is defined as "the physical con-
ditions which exist within the area which will be affected
by a proposed project including land, air, water, minerals,
flora, fauna, ambient noise, objects of historic or aesthetic
significance. "
Existing Setting: In the following sections describe the
physical conditions existing at and adjacent to the project
site.
Natural environment : (Include information on land, water,
air, and flora and fauna. Attach as exhibits an aerial
photograph and/or photos of the project site and a
topographic map. )
The existing project site is shown in the photos attached X �/
hereto(o Exhibit 3. It can be noted from these photos
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that the site is largely undeveloped. There is no surface
water exposed on the site. The land is composed of sandy
type soils supporting only natural desert flora such as
the creosote shrub. Wildlife common to this area, include
the kit fox and Coachella Valley Fringed Toed Lizard.
The project site is located on the floor of the valley a
short distance east of an alluvial fan formed by outwash
from the mountains through the ravines of Magnesia Canyon.
The site slopes gently to the southwest draining to the
Whitewater River Storm Channel . The elevation$ of the site,
as shown on the topographic map, labeled Exhibit 4 , range
from approximately 200' msl along the site ' s southern border
to about 260 ' msl at the site_' s norhtern border . Slopes
on the site generally range from 0 to 5 percent except in
the sand dunes area located in the southeast corner of the
subject site .
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Existing Setting: (Continued)
Man-made environment : (Explain what, if any, changes
have occurred at the subject site as a result of man' s
influence. Include information on : existing land use
and land use regulations ; population ; housing ; trans-
portation facilities ; and public services and utilities.
Attach appropriate exhibits. )
The project site is undeveloped and, although one single-
family home exists within the project boundary, can for
the purposes of this study be considered uninhabited.
Photos of the project area are shown on Exhibit 3. The
only single-family residence which lies adjacent to
Hovely Road is shown in these photos.
The site is presently zoned by Riverside County as R-1-1
permitting 1 dwelling unit per acre and R-1-12 , 000 which
permits 1 dwelling unit per 12, 000 sq. ft .
The existing and proposed highway facilities are shown on
Exhibit 5. It can be noted from this exhibit that the site
is presently served by Country Club Drive , Monterey Drive,
and Cook Street . It should also be noted that none of these
streets have existing bridge crossings of the Whitewater
River Storm Channel. The closest bridge crossings to the
territory to be annexed are Washington Avenue on the east
and Bob Hope Drive on the west .
Public services to the area are now provided by Riverside
County which include fire and police protection . Existing
fire stations that would serve the area are shown on Exhibit
6. They are the Palm Desert and Rancho Mirage fire stations .
The Riverside County Sheriff' s Department , located in Indio
4 provides plice>protection .
Public schools, part of the Desert Sands Unified School Dis-
trict , serving the site are located in the City of Palm
Desert and the City of Indio.
Electricity, gas, water, and sewer, although, not within the
project boundaries are available at the projects perimeter
as shown on Exhibit 7.
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Proposed Setting: In the following sections describe the
proposed changes to the subject site if the project is ap-
proved. Relate the changes to the existing setting and to
other projects, both public and private, for the purpose of
examining cumulative effects.
Natural environment :
No change in the natural environment is anticipated as
a result of the annexation; however , development may
occur as effected by such action . Such development
will be considered in the following sections . It
should be noted that while much of the land surrounding
the project site is still in its natural state a
mobile home park has developed adjacent to the northern
boundary of the annexation area.
Proposed Setting: (Continued)
Man-made environment :
The proposed land use for the subject site can best be
explained in terms of the completed pre-zoning study.
Attached as Exhibit 8 is a copy of the proposed zoning
for the subject annexation. The approximate,,acreages
and number of units which may be provided are\\.set forth
in Exhibit 9 . It can be noted from a comparison of
this table and the General Land Use Plan attached as
Exhibit 10, that the pre-zoning is compatible with this
City' s adopted General Plan .
Further comparisons of the Land Use Plan with the proposed
zoning indicates that the overall density of the area will
be reduced if the proposed zoning is approved. Con-
sequently it may be concluded that the adverse significant ,
effects associated with growth inducement would be dimideshed. J
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Proposed Setting: (Continued)
Man-made environment : (Continued)
It should be noted that this analysis will not include
environmental information previously addressed in the
EIR for the General Plan.
Open space has been preserved. on the site in accordance
with the General Plan . The site containing the sand
dunes described previously is designated on the prezoning
map as O. S .
The public utilities and services were contacted concern-
ing this annexation. The correspondence received regard-
ing the annexation is located in Appendix A. The only
critical concern raised as a result of this survey was
the need for an additional fire station to service the
area; however, it can be noted that such a fire station is
proposed in the General Plan.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS
A significant effect on the environment will occur,
as defined by CEQA guidelines, if a "substantial, or potentially
substantial , adverse change in any of the physical conditions
within the area are affected by the activity, including: land;
air; water; minerals ; flora; fauna; ambient noise ; and, objects
of historic or aesthetic significance. " Accordingly, the
purpose of this section is to analyze the foregoing information
to determine what, if any, changes to the environment will
occur and then to determine if the said changes may be con-
sidered significant.
Significant Environmental Effects : List below the adverse
and beneficial impacts occurring as a result of the proposed
project.
Adverse :
While minor environmental effects may occur as a result of
the proposed action, as noted in the previous sections of
this initial study , none are considered substantial enough
to warrant the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report .
In addition mitigation measure can be provided to reduce or x5
eliminate the minor effects.
Additional environmental documentation will be required as
development occurs within the project area .
beneficial :
Annexation will provide control over timeliness of development
and coordination and management for the provision of municipal
services.
Mitigation Measures : (Discuss ways in which any adverse
environmental impacts may be reduced or eliminated. )
Mitigation measures, as listed on environmental check
list attached as Appendix A, and plans for municipal
services appear to eliminate two environmental concerns
considered in initial study.
FINDINGS
The purpose of this section .is to provide a written
statement setting forth the justification for finding that
an Environmental Impact Report or Negative Declaration shall
be prepared for the subject project. An EIR means a detailed
statement presenting the environmental effects and consider-
ations pertaining to a project. A ND is a state�.ien,t describing
the reasons why a proposed project will rot have a significant
effect on the environment and, therefore, does not require
the preparation of an EIR., Accordingly, this initial study
may be used as the basis for the preparation of a more de-
tailed environmental document or the written justification
for the preparation of a ND.
Negative Declaration : (Briefly describe the justification
for the preparation of a ND, )
Based on the findings of this initial study there will
be no substantial significant environmental effects occur-
ring as a result of the action proposed by the subject
project . See copy of Negative Declaration in Appendix B.
Environmental Impact Report: (Explain why an EIR must be
prepared and list the significant effects of the proposed
project which are to be considered in more detail in the EIR. )
Note : if on the basis of the initial study it is determined
that an EIR is required the foregoing information may be used
and expanded to fulfill. the statuatory requirements for further
environmental documentation. The addition of .sections on :
Irreversible Environmental. Impacts ; Unavoidable Impacts ; Growth
Inducing Impacts ; and, Project Alternatives, to this study
will in most cases meet said statuatory requirements .
COMMENTS AND APPEALS
Following determination of the need. for the nreparation
of an Environmental Impact Report or Negative Declaration
pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970
and Resolution No. 78-32 of the City of Palm Desert, pro-
cedures require either the notice of preparation of an EIR
or a public review period for the ND prior to project approval.
An appeal period is also provided by law following the
completion of any environmental documentation including an
initial study determination. This section , therefore , has
been reserved for comments received during the presecribed
review periods and for the consideration of appeals.
Public Review: (Eriefly describe comments received and
responses and place correspondence in Appendix. )
Responsible Agency Review: (Describe comments received and
responses and place correspondence in Appendix . )
Appeals : (Describe and refer to Anuend.ix. )
APPENDIX A
45-275 PRICKLY PEAR LANE, PALM DESERT,CALIFORNIA 92260
TELEPHONE (714) 346-0611
March 22. 1978
Dear Sir:
This is to advise you that the City of Palm Desert is conducting an
initial study to determine potential environmental effects of a pro-
posecTannexation of approximately 1 ,050 acres of land located generally
adjacent to and north of the existing City limits.
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 and
Resolution No. 77-7 of the. City of Palm Desert, the City, as the Lead
Agency for this project, herewith requests your comments and recommenda-
tions prior to determining whether a negative declaration or environmental
impact report will be prepared.
Enclosed for your review of the proposed project are: a project location
map; a proposed zoning map; and, a copy of the City' s initial study check-
list.
Since it is intended herein only to provide for informal consultation
with responsible agencies , as prescribed by CEQA, regarding the proposed
annexation, we would appreciate receiving any comments or recommendations
you may have by April 1 , 1978.
We trust the enclosed information will be satisfactory for your review.
Should you have any questions regarding this matter or need additional
information, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Ronald R. Knippel of
our staff at (714) 346-0611 ext. 53.
Very truly yours ,
Paul A. Williams, A. I .P.
Director of Environmental Services
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CITY OF PALM DESERT
INITIAL STUDY OF ENVIRONMENTAL I?PACT
A. PROJECT REFERENCE
1. Case No. Annexation No. 5
2. Project Sponsor City of Palm Desert
3. Project Description (In Brief) Proposed annexation of approximately
1 ,050 acres of land located generally adjacent to and north of the
existing City limits.
B. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
(Explanations of all "yes" and "maybe" answers are provided on attached sheets. )
1. Land (topography, soils, geology) YES or MAYBE NO
(a) Does the project site involve a unique
- landform or biological area, such as
beaches, sand dunes, marshes, etc.? X
(b) Will there be construction on slopes
- - of 25% or greater? X
—-- (c) Will the project result in the removal
of natural resources for commercial
- -- - purposes, such as rock, sand, gravel,
oil, plants, or minerals? X
(d) Will the project involve grading in excess
of 300 cubic yards? X
(e) Is the project site located on or adjacent to a
known earthquake fault or an area of soil in-
stability (subsidence, landslide, or severe
blowsand)? X
2. Water
- (a) Is the project located within a flood plain,
a natural drainage channel, or streambed? X
- (b) Will the project significantly increase the
rate and amount of surface water runoff? X
(c) Will the project result in the contamina-
tion or deterioration in quality of ground
water? X
3. Flora and Fauna
(a) Are there any rare or endangered species of
plant life in or near the project area? X
(b) Will any nature trees be removed? X
(c) Is the project site adjacent to, or does it
include a habitat, food source, water source,
nesting place or breeding place for a rare
or endangered wildlife species? X
(d) Is the project located inside or within
200 feet of a wildlife refute or reserve? X
City of Palm Desert
Initial Study of Environmental Impact
Page Two
YES or `L1YBE NO
4. Pollution (Air, Water, Noise, Land)
(a) Will the project create dust, fumes, smoke,
or odors? X
(b) Will the project result in the generation
of noise levels in excess of those currently
existing in the area or in the exposure of
people to noise levels above 65dBA? X
(c) Will the project involve potentially hazardous
materials, including pesticides, herbicides,
other toxic substances, or radio-active material? X
(d) Will the proposed project produce light or glare? X
(e) Does the project require variance from estab-
lished environmental standards (e.g. air quality,
noise, water quality)? y
5. Circulation
(a) Is the project expected to cause an increase in
_ motor vehicle traffic patterns or volumes? X
(b) Will the project involve the use of off-the-
road vehicles? X
(c) Will the project overload existing parking
facilities? X
6. Public Services and Utility Facilities
(a) Will septic tanks be utilized for sewage
disposal? X
(b) Will the project overload any of the fol-
lowing:
(1) Fire Protection? X
(2) Police Protection? _T_-
(3) Schools? �—
(4) Parks or Other Recreational Facilities? �—
(5) Electric Power or Natural Gas �—
(6) Communication Systems? �-
(7) Water Supply? -
(8) Sewer System? -
(9) Stormwater Drainage System? �—
(10) Solid Waste and Disposal? —
(c) Will the project require the extension of
existing public utility lines? X
(d) Will the project employ equipment which could
interfere with existing communication and/or
defense systems? X
(e) Is the project located within the flight path
or noise impact area of an airport? X
(f) Does the project incorporate measures for the
efficient use or conservation of energy and
water?
City of Palm Desert
Initial Study of Environmental Impact
Page Three
YES or ",AYBE NO
7. Land Use
(a) Is the proposed project expected to result in
other changes in the land use, either on or off
the project site? X
(b) Could the project serve to encourage development
of presently undeveloped areas, or increase de-
velopment intensity of already developed areas? X
(c) Is the project inconsistent with any adopted
General Plan, Specific Plan, or present zoning? X
(d) Does the project involve lands currently pro-
tected under the Williamson Act or an Open Space
Easement? X
(e) Is the site for the proposed project within the
Scenic Preservation Overlay District or will the
project obstruct any scenic view from existing
residential areas, public lands, or public roads? X
(f) Will the proposed project displace a large number
-- or people from an established area or create a de-
mand for additional housing? X
8. Mandatory Findings of Significance
__ .. (a) Does the project have the potential to degrade
the quality of the environment, substantially
reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species,
cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below
_ self sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a
plant or animal community, reduce the number or
restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant
or animal or eliminate important examples of the
major periods of California history or pre-history? X
(b) Does the project have the potential to achieve
short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term en-
vironmental goals? X
(c) Does the project have impacts which are indi-
vidually limited, but cumulatively considerable? X
(d) Does the project have environmental effects
which will cause substantial adverse effects on
human beings, either direcly or indirectly? X
City of Pala Desert
Initial Study of Environmental Impact
Page Four
C . Discussion of Impacts:
Please briefly explain your answer to question 6(f) and, if you have answered
yes to any of the questions in Section II, why you believe that that aspect
of the project will have no significant adverse environmental effect.
1_-(a) - Proposed O.S. zoning would protect unique land forms contained
within the project area.
_ 1 (e) - Mitigation measures would be required to minimize effects of blow-
sand within project boundary.
3 (c) - Proposed O.S. zoning would preserve the habitat of the fringe-toed
lizard located in the project area.
7 (a&b) - Land proposed to be annexed is presently undeveloped although a
development plan has been submitted for a 40-acre parcel located in the
northwest corner of the project area. Proposed zoning of site would
encourage further development of the area however, individual pro-
jects would be subject to further review by the City when submitted.
The area proposed to be annexed lies within the City's sphere of
influence and is compatible with the City's General Plan for which
an EIR was prepared. The zoning as proposed would reduce the overall
density of the project area from that originally proposed by the
General Plan.
TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE, TH( ABOVE I+ F .HATION IS TRITS AM CO�,n =
(Date)
(Project Sponsor)
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MEMO TO ~ DATE PREPARED
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CATHEDRAL CITY. CALIFORNIA 92239
March 28 , 1978
Mr. Ronald R. Knippel
City of Palm Desert
45-275 Prickly Pear Lane
Palm Desert, Calif. 92260
Dear Mr. Knippel:
Your proposed annexation of the 1 ,050 acres north of your
city limits has been reviewed by the Edison Company as far as
distribution facilities are concerned.
Statement 6 (c) of the Initial Environmental Impact Study states
that the annexation of that property will not require an extension
of existing public utility lines. However, if this property is
developed, electrical line extensions will more than likely be re-
quired to serve new loads. This would be done in accordance with
the tariff rules set forth by the Public Utilities Commission.
Street improvements might possibly conflict with our existing
facilities if relocations are necessary.
A copy of your initial study has been forwarded to our Trans-
mission Department for their review since they have facilities on
the property in question.
If I can be of any further assistance to you, please feel free
to contact me at 328-5741, Ext. 33 .
Yours truly,
COW -
Roger W. Maraist
Planning Manager
Palm Springs District
Southern California Edison Company
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COUNTY FIRE WARDEN P.O. BOX 248
210 WEST SAN JACINTO STREET
• PERRIS, CALIFORNIA 92370
TELEPHONE (714) 657-3783
Paul A. Williams
Director of Environmental Services
City of Palm Desert
45-275 Prickly Pear Lane
Palm Desert, Ca. 92260
Dear Paul ,
After reviewing the information provided by your office with regards to pro-
posed annexation number five, we find that the annexation will have no
immediate effect on the Fire Department. However, as the area developes ,
we will have concerns about the fire protection in the area.
Some of our concerns are:
1 . The existing Palm Desert Fire Station is already running over the maximum
amount of calls it can adequately handle.
2. During the rainy season, our access to the area is Beverly hampered by the
flooding of Monterey Avenue and Cook Street. During these times , fire
engines from Bermuda Dunes and Rancho Mirage respond to the area.
3. Any development which occurs in the area of Country Club and Cook Street
will be subject to long response times due to the distance from the nearest
station.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this annexation proposal , and
should you desire any clarification, please let me know.
David L. Flake
,.County Fire Warden
Bud Engel
Fire Marshal
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April 14, 1978
Mr. R. W. Maraist
Planning Manager
Palm Springs District
Reference is made to your memo of March 30, 1978
regarding Transmission facilities in the area of the proposed
annexation by the City of Palm Desert.
The attached map is marked in red showing the
location of existing Transmission facilities. Since part of
these existing facilities are now within the city limits, it
appears that further annexation would not require an Environ-
mental Impact Study. However, other interested departments
of the Company should be contacted before a final decision is
made.
J. A. Eckl
Supervising Estimator
Eastern Transmission
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COACHELLA VALLEY COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
POST OFFICE BOX 1058 R COACHELLA, CALIFORNIA 92236 • TELEPHONE (714) 398-2651
DIRECTORS OFFICERS
RAYMOND R. RUMMONDS, PRESIDENT LOWELL O- WEEKS, GENERAL MANAGER-0416 ENGINEER
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C. J. FROST WALTER R. WRIGHT,AUDITOR
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Paul A. Williams
Director of Environmental Services
City of Palm Desert
45-275 Prickly Pear Lane
Palm Desert, California 92280
Re: Proposed Annexation No., 5
Dear Mr. Williams:
The property wi'thi'n the proposed annexation should be annexed into Improvement
District Nos. 16, 53, 70 and 80 to obtain domestic water and sanitation
service. In addition, a condition should be placed on the property within the
proposed annexation requi;ri,ng that water for domestic service and fire
protection be obtained from a public agency and that a private fire protection
water system will not be acceptable.
Very truly yours,
Low 11 0. Weeks
General Manager-Chief E gineer
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Dear Mr. Rhippel:
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Yours truly,
Roger w. Maraist
Planning Manager
Palm Springs District
Southern California Edison Company
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Civil fJ Environmental Engineering
Professional Plaza •Suite 3
2225 East Tahquitz-McCallum Way,Palm Springs,California 92262
Telephone (714) 327-8544
March 31, 1978
Mr. Paul A. Williams
Director of Environmental Services
45-275 Prickly Pear Lane
Palm Desert, California 92260
Dear Mr. Williams :
We have reviewed the proposed Annexation No . 5 as it
relates to the Palm Desert Community Services District . Since
the District does not serve the area to be annexed there does not
appear to be any direct impact on their water supply and
distribution system. However, the development of the area
would ultimately result in an increase in the rate at which
the groundwater basin is being depleted.
If you have any questions in regard to the above , please
contact us .
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ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
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APPENDIX B
EIR FORM #1
CITY OF PALM DESERT
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Case No. : ANNEXATION NO. 5
Applicant : City of Palm Desert
45-275 Prickly Pear Lane , P. 0. Box 1977
Palm Desert , CA 92260
Description of Project:
The proposed project would annex approximately 1050
acres of undeveloped land lying north of and adjacent
to the existing Palm Desert City limits.
Finding:
The project will not have a significant adverse
effect on the environment and no further environmental
documentation will be required.