Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-03-14 - AGENDA REPORTS - LIVE OAK SPRINGS CYN STORMDRN (2)CITY OF SANTA CLARITA AGENDA REPORT CONSENT CALENDAR DATE: March 14, 2000 City Manager Approval: Item to be presented by: SUBJECT: LIVE OAK SPRINGS CANYON STORM DRAIN - APPROVAL OF COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH LOS ANGELES COUNTY AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF UNIT I - PROJECT NO. M4002 DEPARTMENT: Transportation & Engineering Services RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. City Council approve the Cooperative Agreement between Los Angeles County and the City of Santa Clarita, and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval; 2. Concur with the County's environmental findings of a Negative Declaration as adopted by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on November 18, 1997 and supported by City staff; and 3. Approve the final plans and specifications and authorize advertising for bids for the construction of the Live Oak Springs Canyon Storm Drain, Unit I, Project No. M4002. BACKGROUND On October 10, 1995, the City Council approved Cooperative Agreement No. 68709 between the City of Santa Clarita and the County of Los Angeles for construction of a storm drain along Sand Canyon Road. Since that time, the scope of work has increased to include extending the storm drain via an outlet directly into the Santa Clara River, and include a debris basin just south of Comet Way. City staff applied for an increase in participation by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the additional funding and was approved in 1997. The City will contribute a total of $1,850,000.00 in FEMA funds to this project, and Los Angeles County will contribute the remaining costs associated with the entire storm drain. The attached Cooperative Agreement outlines the expanded scope of work and increased costs associated with construction of the storm drain. With Council approval of this new agreement, Cooperative Agreement No. 68709 will be cancelled. APPROWED z . "1 f : r No LIVE OAK SPRINGS CANYON STORM DRAIN March 14, 2000 — Page 2 While $500,000.00 was approved by FEMA and the City and encumbered on October 10, 1995, no funds have been reimbursed. Staffs understanding is that there will be a one-time reimbursement request forwarded by the County early next fiscal year for the full amount of the reimbursement. The County has submitted the final plans and specifications for Unit I for City staff review. At this time, staff is requesting Council approval and authorization to advertise for construction bids. The County will continue with the contract administration of this project and plans to advertise on April 4, 2000. The project is scheduled for construction in August 2000 and will require 210 working days to complete. Also, staff has reviewed the Initial Study and the determination made by the County regarding impacts on the environment. Staff is recommending that Council concur with the Negative Declaration. Unit II of the project is in final design and scheduled for advertising in August 2000. This phase or unit will require 140 working days to construct and is anticipated to be completed by January 2001. It will connect with Unit I just south of Comet Way and continue south along Sand Canyon Road to Valley Ranch Road. Staff will return to Council in the next few months with final plans prior to the County advertising for construction of Unit H. ALTERNATIVE ACTION Other action as determined by the City Council. FISCAL IMPACT The City's financial responsibility is to provide the reimbursement of FEMA funding to the County. This funding amounts to $1,850,000.00, which represents 75 percent participation by FEMA. This expenditure needs to be budgeted in Fiscal Year 2000/01. To this end, the City will increase the expenditure in Account No. M4002001 by $1,350,000.00. $500,000.00 was already budgeted in 1995. Additionally, we will increase the revenue in Account No. 001-5258, Hazard Mitigation Grants, by $1,850,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2000/01. ATTACHMENTS Cooperative Agreement Vicinity Map (included in Cooperative Agreement) Negative Declaration and Initial Study — (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) Cooperative Agreement No. 68709 — (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) DK:tw couneMpse_coopAm HARRY W. STONE. Director COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 900 SOUTH FREMONT AVENUE AI.HAMBRA. CALIFORNIA 91803-1331 Tetephon.: (626) 458-5100 November 6, 1997 The Honorable Board of Supervisors County of Los Angeles Z 383 Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration B 500 West Temple Street I�PF1 ESE P-2 ADOP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES NOV 18'97 Los Angeles, CA 90012-2756 [� -;— Dear Supervisors: FXCUTIYEOFFICER LIVE OAK SPRINGS CANYON DRAIN IN THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA NEGATIVE DECLARATION (ND) AND AUTHORITY TO PROCEED SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT 5 3 VOTES IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOUR BOARD: 1. Consider the ND for the Live Oak Springs Canyon Drain project, determine that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment, find that the ND reflects the independent judgment of the County, and approve the ND. 2. Adopt the enclosed Reporting Program to ensure compliance with the project changes and conditions adopted to mitigate -or avoid significant effects. 3. Approve the project and authorize this Department to carry out the project. PURPOSE OF RECOMMENDED ACTION The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires public agency decision makers to document and consider the environmental implications of their actions. As part of the CEQA compliance, your Board is being asked to consider an ND for the future Live Oak Springs Canyon Drain project and authorize this Department to carry out the project so that we may obtain the necessary right of :way and the required permits. a 1p' ADDRESS ALL CORRESPONDENCE TO: P.O. Box 1460- ALHAMBRA.CALIFORNIA 91802-1460 I�PF1 ESE P-2 ADOP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES NOV 18'97 Los Angeles, CA 90012-2756 [� -;— Dear Supervisors: FXCUTIYEOFFICER LIVE OAK SPRINGS CANYON DRAIN IN THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA NEGATIVE DECLARATION (ND) AND AUTHORITY TO PROCEED SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT 5 3 VOTES IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOUR BOARD: 1. Consider the ND for the Live Oak Springs Canyon Drain project, determine that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment, find that the ND reflects the independent judgment of the County, and approve the ND. 2. Adopt the enclosed Reporting Program to ensure compliance with the project changes and conditions adopted to mitigate -or avoid significant effects. 3. Approve the project and authorize this Department to carry out the project. PURPOSE OF RECOMMENDED ACTION The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires public agency decision makers to document and consider the environmental implications of their actions. As part of the CEQA compliance, your Board is being asked to consider an ND for the future Live Oak Springs Canyon Drain project and authorize this Department to carry out the project so that we may obtain the necessary right of :way and the required permits. The Honorable Board of Supervisors November 6, 1997 Page 2 JUSTIFICATION The purpose of the project is to alleviate localized storm flooding and debris deposition problems across Sand Canyon Road, thereby increasing vehicular and pedestrian safety during small to moderate storms. However, the project will not address the impact of a major overflow from nearby and unimproved Sand Canyon Wash. The Initial Study of Environmental Factors indicated that the proposed project would not have a significant effect on the environment. In accordance with CEQA and the Environmental Document Reporting Procedures and Guidelines adopted by your Board on November 17, 1981, an ND was prepared. Based on the Initial Study of Environmental Factors, it has been determined that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. FISCAL IMPACT The estimated cost of the project is $3 million. Authorization for expenditure of funds will occur at the time of construction contract award. FINANCING Funding for the proposed project will be available to the Flood Control District. FACTS AND PROVISIONS/LEGAL REQUIREMENTS Under CEQA, any agency preparing an ND must provide a public notice within a reasonable period of time prior to certification of the ND. To comply with this requirement, a Public Notice pursuant to Section 21092 of the Public Resources Code was published in the Newhall Signal on September 8, 1997. Copies of the ND were also sent to the City of Santa Clarita and the Canyon Country and Valencia Libraries. Notices were mailed to residents along the project alignment. Comments were received during the public review process from the City of Santa Clarita. The response to the The Honorable Board of Supervisors November 6, 1997 Page 3 comments is included in Attachment B of the ND and was sent to the City of Santa Clarita. Based upon the previously prepared Initial Study, the comments received on the ND and the response to those comments, it has been determined that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, approval of the ND is requested at this time. IMPACT ON CURRENT SERVICES (OR PROJECTS) Approval of the recommended actions will allow the project to move J forward. The project improves current services by increasing vehicular and pedestrian safety along Sand Canyon Road. No other County Department will be affected by the recommended actions. NEGATIVE DECLARATION/ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORTS CEQA requires public agency decision makers to document and consider the environmental implications of their action. A fee must be paid to the State Department of Fish and Game when certain notices required by CEQA are filed with the County Clerk. Upon approval of the ND by your Board, this Department will submit $1,250 to the County Clerk to pay for this fee. In addition, a $25 handling fee will be paid to the County Clerk for processing. we will also file a Notice of Determination in accordance with the requirements of Section 21152(a) of the California Public Resources Code. J The Honorable Board of Supervisors November 6, 1997 Page 4 Please return one approved copy of the Board letter to the Department of Public Works. Respectfully submitted, HARRY W. STONE Director of Public Works SDS: km BRDLTR32 Enc. CC: Chief Administrative officer County Counsel Executive Officer 1.0 PROGRAM FOR REPORTING AND MONITORING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT MITIGATION MEASURES LIVE OAK SPRINGS CANYON DRAIN 1.1 After adoption of environmental mitigation measures by the Board of Supervisors, the Department of Public. Works (DPW) shall designate responsibility for monitoring and reporting compliance with each mitigation measure. Responsibility for monitoring and reporting compliance with mitigation measures, if any, shall be designated by the DPW as appropriate. 1.2 To facilitate implementation and enforcement of this program, the DPW shall ensure that the obligation to monitor and report compliance with environmental mitigation measures is required by all project -related contracts between the County and A/E, prime construction contractor and any other person or entity who is designated to monitor and/or report compliance under this program during the pre -construction and construction phases. 1.3 The DPW as appropriate, shall take all necessary. and appropriate measures to ensure that each project.related environmental mitigation measure which was adopted is implemented and maintained. 2.0 Pre -Construction 2.1 DPW or Consultant for project design is responsible for incorporating mitigation measures into project design and confirming in writing that final construction drawings include all design -related mitigation measures. 2.2 DPW or Consultant for design of project -related off-site improvements is responsible for incorporating mitigation measures and confirming in writing that final construction drawings include all design -related mitigation measures. 3.0 Construction 3.1 DPW or prime construction contractor for project and/or for project -related off-site improvements is responsible for constructing and/or monitoring the construction of mitigation measures incorporated in final construction documents and reporting instances of noncompliance in writing. - 1 - 3.2 DPW or prime construction contractor for project and/or for project -related off-site improvements is responsible for implementation and/or monitoring the implementation of mitigation measures affecting methods and practices of construction, (e.g., hours of operation, noise control of machinery), and reporting instances of noncompliance in writing. 3.3 DPW is responsible for monitoring compliance of prime construction contractor(s) with responsibility set forth in 3.1 above and reporting noncompliance in writing. 4.0 Project Operation 4.1 After completion and final acceptance of the project, the DPW is responsible for monitoring and maintaining compliance with adopted mitigation measures which affect project operation, (e.g., revegetation and sound barriers). SDS: km P-2/159 - 2 - IM II III SDS:km P-2/40 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR LIVE OAK SPRINGS CANYON DRAIN ROW •1 . �- The proposed project is located in the City of Santa Clarita and is aligned in and along Sand Canyon Road., Live Oak Springs Wash, and the Santa Clara River. The total length of the proposed storm drain project is approximately 4,700 linear feet. The project would -include construction of approximately 2,100 linear feet of reinforced concrete box varying in size from 5 to 12 feet in height by 7.5 to 35 feet in width, 90 linear feet of open concrete channel varying in size from 7.5 feet in height by 35 to 46 feet in width, 1,900 feet of reinforced concrete pipe 108 inches in diameter, 500 feet of reinforced concrete pipe 42 inches in diameter and drainage appurtenances. The project also includes construction of a 12 -foot -wide by 75 -foot -long by 20 -foot -deep sediment entrapment basin, with an approximate capacity of 500 cubic yards, a sediment barrier, an outlet tower and reconstruction of Sand Canyon Road from Road Runnet Road to Boulder Creek Road. The proposed project would require the relocation of approximately 60 feet of a 14 -inch water line, removal of the existing drainage swales (ditches) along a portion of Sand Canyon Road and work within the Southern Pacific Railroad right of way to construct a portion of the reinforced concrete box. Approximately 6 acres of temporary drainage easements and right-of-way acquisition would be required for the construction of the outlet structure, the sediment entrapment basin and portions of the underground storm drain. The purpose for the proposed project is to alleviate localized storm flooding and debris deposition problems across Sand Canyon Road, thereby increasing vehicular and pedestrian safety during small to moderate storms. Mitigation Measures Included in the Project to Avoid Potentially Significant No significant effects are identified. However, mitigation measures are discussed in Section V of the Initial Study. Finding of No Sianificant Effect Based on the attached Initial Study, it has been determined that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. INITIAL STUDY OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Project Title: Live Oak Springs Canyon Drain This Initial Study was prepared by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended (Division 13, California Public Resources Code) and the State CEQA Guidelines (Title 14, Division 6, California Code of Regulations). I. Location and Description of Project A. Location: See attached map. City or community: City of Santa Clarita. Specific Street or watercourse: Sand Canyon Road, Live Oak Springs Wash, and Santa Clara River. B. Description of Work: The total length of the proposed storm drain project is approximately 4,700 linear feet. The project would include construction of approximately 2,100 linear feet of reinforced concrete box varying in size from 5 to 12 feet in height by 7.5 to 35 feet in width, 90 linear feet of open concrete channel varying in size from 7.5 feet in height by 35 to 46 feet in width, 1,900 feet of reinforced concrete pipe 108 inches in diameter, 500 feet of reinforced concrete pipe 42 inches in diameter and drainage appurtenances. The project also includes construction of a 12 -foot -wide by 75 -foot -long by 20 -foot -deep sediment entrapment basin, with an approximate capacity of 500 cubic yards, a sediment barrier, an outlet tower, an asphalt concrete access road and reconstruction of Sand Canyon Road from Road Runner Road to Boulder Creek Road. The proposed project would require the relocation of approximately 60 feet of 14 -inch water line, removal of the existing drainage swales (ditches) along a portion of Sand Canyon Road and work within the Southern Pacific Railroad right of way to construct a portion of the reinforced concrete box. Approximately 6 acres of temporary drainage easements and right-of-way acquisition would be required for the construction of the outlet structure, the sediment entrapment basin, and the underground storm drain. C. Purpose: The purpose for the proposed project is to alleviate localized storm flooding and debris deposition problems across Sand Canyon Road, thereby increasing vehicular and pedestrian safety during small and moderate storms. D. Phasing and Relationship to Other Projects: A developer may construct a golf course, which may include a 'lake, at the upstream end of the proposed project. Additional protection for the drain system may be provided by the lake which will temporarily retain some upstream flows. - 1 - II. Compatibility with General Plan(s): The proposed project complies with the City of Santa Clarita's General Plan, Public Services Facilities and Utilities Element, Goals, and Policies Section which states "Work with utilities and other services providers to ensure adequate and safe public infrastructure and public services for City residents, including upgrading and expansion of existing deficient systems". III. Environmental Setting: Project Site: The majority of the storm drain is aligned in and/or . parallel to Sand Canyon Road in private property. The remaining portions are within Live Oak Springs Wash and the Santa Clara River. The project alignment is on relatively flat terrain. The entire proposed project.area is identified as a Developed Coast Live Oak Woodland area in the City's General Plan. The Sand Canyon area has been subjected to severe flood hazard in past major storms. Sand Canyon Road is a 2 -lane major highway with sparse vegetation and asphalt concrete swales along each side of the roadway. There is no curb, gutter, or parking lanes. Sand Canyon Wash, which is tributary to the Santa Clara River, adjacent and parallel to Sand Canyon Road is a natural bottom channel with concrete stabilizers, rail and timber channel walls, and double pipe and wire revetment fence. Vegetation is limited mainly to mulefat. Live Oak Springs Wash, which is tributary to Sand Canyon Wash, is located south/east of Sand Canyon Road at the southerly end of the project alignment. There is little or no vegetation in this sandy bottom watercourse. The Santa Clara River is a dominant feature in the City of Santa Clarita. The riverbed is natural bottom. Vegetation consist primarily of riparian woodland and mulefat scrub. Surrounding Properties: The surrounding area consists primarily of large, low-density single-family residences within a rural atmosphere. A church is located south-east of Sand Canyon Road and Road Runner Road. Vegetation varies within the area and includes natural riparian habitat with oak trees as well as landscaping. Although the project area is on primarily flat terrain, the terrain becomes quite steep east of the Live Oak Springs Wash. On the south side of Boulder Creek Road, oak trees align the eastern side of Live Oak Springs Wash. - 2 - IV. Identification of Environmental Effects (All "*" answers are explained on Attachment A) YES MAYBE NO 1. Earth. Will the proposal result in: a. Unstable earth conditions or in changes in geologic structures? X b. Disruptions, displacements, compaction, or overcovering of the soil? X* C. Change in topography or ground surface relief features? iX* _ d. The destruction, covering, or modification of any unique geologic or physical features? e. Any increase in wind or water erosion of soils either on or off the site? X* _ f. Changes in deposition or erosion of beach sands or changes in siltation, deposition, or erosion which may modify the channel or a river or stream or the bed of the ocean of any bay, inlet or lake? X* g. Exposure of people or property to geologic, hazards such as earthquakes, landslides; mudslides, ground failure, or similar hazards? X* 2. Air. Will the proposal result in: a. Substantial air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality over the long term? X b. The creation of objectionable odors or dust? 7X* _ C. Alteration of air movement, moisture or temperature, or any change in climate, either locally or regionally? _ _ X 3. Water. Will the proposal result in: a. Changes in currents, or the course or direction of water movements, in either marine or fresh waters? X* _ - 3 - _J 4 b. Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? C. Alterations to the course or flow of flood waters? d. Change in the amount of surface water in any water body? (e.g., perennial or intermittent streams; seasonal or year-round springs; ponds and marshes). e. Alteration of water quality including, but not limited to, temperature, dissolved oxygen, or turbidity? f. Alteration of the direction or rate of flow of groundwater, including changes in infiltration or percolation rates? a. Change in the quantity of groundwaters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of any aquifer by cuts or excavations? h. Substantial reduction in the amount of water otherwise available for public water supplies? Plant Life. Will the proposal result in: a. Change in the diversity of species, or number of any species of plants including trees, shrubs, grass, crops, and aquatic plants)? b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare, or endangered species of plants? C. Introduction of new species of plants into an area, or in a barrier to the normal replenishment of existing species? d. Reduction in acreage of any agricultural crop? e. Any effect upon a Significant Ecological Area which is identified in the Los Angeles County General Plan? - 4 - X* X* X* X* X -X* — — _X — X -X X* YES MAYBE 5. Animal Life. Will the proposal result in: . a. Change in the diversity of species, or numbers of any species of animals (birds, land animals including reptiles, fish and shellfish, benthic organisms or insects)? _ b. Reduction of the numbers of any unique, rare or endangered species of animals? _ C. Introduction of new species of animals into an area, or result in a barrier to the migration or movement of animals? d. Deterioration to existing fish or wildlife habitat? 6. Noise. Will the proposal result in: a. Increases in existing noise or vibration levels? _ b. Exposure of people to severe noise levels? 7. Light and Glare. Will the proposal produce new light or glare? _ S. Land Use. Will the proposal result in: a. A substantial alteration of the present or planned land use of an area? b. A conflict with adopted environmental plans and goals of the community where it is located? 9. Natural Resources. Will the proposal result in: a. Increase in the rate of use of any natural resources? b. Substantial depletion of any nonrenewable natural resource? _ 10. Risk of Upset: Will the proposal involve: a. A risk of explosion or the release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited to oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation) in the event of an accident or uoset conditions? - 5 - NO X* X* X _X _X YES MAYBE NO b. Possible interference with an emergency response plan or an emergency evacuation plan? C. Exposure of people or property to a flooding hazard, such as a change in location of flooding in the event of an accident or upset condition? X* 11. Population. Will the proposal alter the location, distribution, density or growth rate of the human population of an area? 12. Housing. Will the proposal affect existing housing, or create a demand for additional housing? 13. Transportation/Circulation. Will the proposal result in: a. Generation of substantial additional vehicular movement? X* b. Effects on existing parking facilities, or demand for new parking? X C. Substantial impact upon existing transportation systems? _X* d. Alterations to present patterns or circulation or movement of people and/or goods? X* e. Alterations to waterborne, rail, or air traffic? X f. Increase in traffic hazards to motor vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians? X*, 14. Public Services. Will the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for, new or altered governmental services? X 15. Energy. Will the proposal result in: a. Use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? X b. A substantial increase in demand upon existing sources of energy, or require the development of new sources of energy? X _ 6 _ - 7 YES MAYBE NO i5. Utilities. Will the proposal result in a need for new systems, or substantial alterations to utilities such as, but not limited to, gas, water, sewer, storm water drainage, or solid waste disposal?* 17. Human Health. Will the proposal result in: a. Creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard (excluding mental health)? X b. Exposure of people to potential health hazards? X 18. Aesthetics. Will the proposal result in: a. Obstruction of any scenic vista or view from existing residential areas, public lands, or roads? X* b. Creation of an aesthetically offensive site? Yom* C. Change in character of the general project area? _X**. 19. Recreation. Will the proposal result in an impact upon the quality or quantity of existing recreational opportunities? X 20. Cultural, Archaeological, Historical, and Paleontological Resources. Will the proposal result in: a. Alteration or the destruction of a prehistoric or historic archaeological site? X*. b. Alteration or destruction of a paleontological resource? X* C. Adverse physical or aesthetic effects to a prehistoric or historic building, structure, or object? X d. Physical changes which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? X e. Restriction of existing religious or sacred uses within the potential impact X area? - 7 21. Mandatory Findings of Significance. YES MAYBE NO 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 or a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? X* b. Does the project have the potential to achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? (A short-term impact on the environment is one which occurs in a relatively brief, definitive period of time while long-term impacts will endure well into the future.) �* C. Does the project have impacts which are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? (A project may impact on two or more separate resources where the impact on each resource is relatively small, but where the effect of the total.of those impacts on the environment is significant.) X* d. Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? X_ - 8 - SUMKkRY Factor No. Sig. Effect Possible Possible Sig. Effect"- Explanation Earth x See Attachment A Air X See Attachment A Water X See Attachment A Plant Life X See Attachment A Animal Life X See Attachment A Noise X See Attachment A Light and Glare X No Significant Effects Land Use X See Attachment A Natural Resources X No Significant Effects Risk of Upset X See Attachment A Population X No Significant Effects Housing X No Significant Effects Transportation/ Circulation x - See Attachment A Public Services X No Significant Effects Energy X No Significant Effects Utilities X See Attachment A Hunan Health X No Significant Effects Aesthetics X See Attachment A Recreation X No Significant Effects Cultural Res., et al X See Attachment A Mandatory Fillings of Significance % See Attachment A •' See County Guidelines, Appendix 0, for examples of significant effects. - 9 - V. Discussion of Ways to Mitigate Significant Effects No significant effects have been identified. However, the following mitigation measures have been included as part of the project. Earth • Proper disposal of excavated material. Air • Compliance with all applicable air quality laws and ordinances during construction. • Sweeping and/or watering to control dust during construction. Plant Life • Compliance with the City of Santa Clarita Oak Tree Ordinance on all work around oak trees. Noise • Compliance with all applicable laws and noise ordinances during construction. • Maintain emergency access at all times. • Emergency service agencies shall receive advance notice of all street and/or lane closures and detours. Transportation/Circulation • Employ flagpersons and/or traffic control safety devices during construction. • Notify appropriate authorities at least.48 hours prior to, any road closures or parking restrictions. • Maintain access to properties via Sand Canyon Road as extensively as is safely possible. • Submit road closure and detour plans to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, and the City of Santa Clarita for approval prior to implementation. Utilities • Advance notice to businesses or residents of any temporary loss in utility service. - 10 - • Coordination with affected utility companies to ensure proper relocation and protection. Cultural Resources • Cessation of excavation and coordination with a specialist if cultural resources are discovered. VI. Initial Study Preparation A. Conclusion of Initial Study On the basis of this Initial Study: X The proposed project will not have a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, a Negative Declaration will be prepared. _ The proposed project may have a significant effect on the environment, and an Environmental Impact Report is required. The potential significant effects have been identified above. B. Preparation This study was prepared by Ms. Sarah D. Scott of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, Planning Division, under the supervision of Ms. Terri M. Grant. Date - August 1997. SDS:km P-2/41 LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS LIVE OAK SPRINGS CANYON DRAIN ?i Q LIVE OAK /SPRINGS WASH 1 OAR BLUFF RO.O4- I � VALLEY RAMCW RD. 54, L s LEGEND _ c • PROPOSED DRAIN 0 EXISTING STABILIZERS: -�- -�- DIRECTION OF FLOW PROPOSED DE$RIS BASIN SITE NO SCALE . 08/OB/9I- ` LOCATION MAP _J �THOk BROi 125 / D9 _ MOk BRM 4552 / C2 & 3BROi 125 / D9 _ MOk BRM 4552 / C2 & 3 F ATTACHMENT A DISCUSSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS LIVE OAK SPRINGS CANYON DRAIN Construction of the proposed project would result in the disruption, displacement, compaction, and overcovering of the soil. Approximately 17,500 cubic yards of excavation would be required for the construction of the proposed sediment retention facility and the drain. Excavated material would be properly disposed of by the contractor to an approved site as required by project specifications. Construction of the sediment entrapment basin would not result in a substantial change to the topography. With the proposed construction of the basin, beneficial impacts are expected due to the retention of large amounts of sediment coming from the watershed. After construction, the topography would continually change with subsequent filling and maintenance clearing of the basin. The frequency of the cleaning would be based on the amount of sediment coming from the watershed. Currently, during heavy storms, sediment from upstream of Live Oak Springs Wash is deposited along Sand Canyon Road and eventually deposits into Sand Canyon Wash. The sediment entrapment basin will serve to prevent deposition of sediment and debris in downstream culverts and on the roadway, and to increase protection for properties below the sediment entrapment basin. Construction of the proposed project may increase surface erosion during grading and other earth -moving activities in Live Oak Springs Wash and Santa Clara River. This impact is not considered significant since all applicable erosion protection measures present in local, County, and State regulations, which may include no grading during rainy period (October 1 to April 15) or submittal of plans to the City of Santa Clarita to prevent erosion, would be followed. After project construction, the outlet works consisting of a concrete structure with a slab and wing walls and riprap used as energy dissipators at the outlet will serve to minimize erosion in the Santa Clara River. However, localized erosion may still occur. The proposed improvements will not impact or alleviate any sediment deposits from Sand Canyon Wash. The proposed improvements would be subject to earthquakes. The City of Santa Clarita's General Plan identifies the project site as an area susceptible to strong ground movement. Due to the potential for ground shaking, compliance with the standards set forth in the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) to assure seismic safety would be adhered to. Therefore, the adverse impact to earth is not considered significant. 1 LM The short-term air-quality impact of the proposed project would result from dust created during construction activities and construction equipment emissions. The effect would be temporary, limited in scope, and would not alter the ambient air quality of the area. Project specifications would re ire the contractor to control dust by appropriate means such as sweeping and/or watering and complying with all applicable air quality regulations. Thus, the impact on air is not considered significant. Similar impacts would occur during future periodic cleanouts. Due to the infrequency of cleanouts and the limited capacity of the sediment entrapment basin, the effects would be generally limited. Therefore, the impact to air is not considered significant. Water Currently, storm runoff flows through Live Oak Springs Wash, asphalt lined ditches along Sand Canyon Road, and a culvert under the roadway to outlet into Sand Canyon Wash, which outlets into the Santa Clara River. Live Oak Springs Wash is an -intermittent wash and is dry for most part of the year. It primarily only carried the storm flows. During heavy storms, the capacity of Sand Canyon Wash is exceeded causing flooding along Sand Canyon Road and adjoining private properties northerly to the intersection at Lost Canyon Road. The proposed project will only intercept a limited portion of any flood flows in the area, which will continue to be subject to flood hazard due to Sand Canyon Wash overflow. With the construction of the proposed project, flows from Live Oak Springs Wash and the ditches along Sand Canyon Road will be carried in the new system through a sediment entrapment basin and box and pipe channel until it outlets to the Santa Clara River. The capital storm flow rate of Sand Canyon Wash is 12,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) and the design flow rate for Live Oak Springs Canyon drain is 1,660 cfs, which is approximately 140 of the total flow. Therefore, the impact to the depletion of low flows in lower Sand Canyon Wash would be less than significant. Construction of the proposed project would also involve the removal of the existing ditches along both sides of Sand Canyon Road from Road Runner Road to Boulder Creek Road. The existing ditches will be reconstructed with standard inverted concrete shoulders to increase vehicular safety. The effect is not considered significant since the work would not change the drainage area flowing to the Santa Clara River. The construction of the proposed project would slightly ?j increase the amount of impermeable surface in the sediment entrapment basin thereby slightly increasing the amount of surface water runoff anticipated during storms. Construction also includes catch basins to intercept, collect and properly carry runoff to the Santa Clara River. Therefore, the effects on the rate and amount of surface water are not considered significant. Flow patterns of storm water may be altered due to roadway reconstruction as well as the new and modified drainage facilities included as part of the project to adequately intercept and convey the surface flows. With the proposed drainage system, relatively "clear" storm flows would be carried to the Santa Clara River through an underground storm drain to reduce localized flooding across Sand Canyon Road. Major overflow and flooding from Sand Canyon Wash will still occur. This project will only alter the flow patterns minimally since the flows would still be routed almost parallel to their existing route. The only difference would be that these local flows will be in the storm drain and not in Sand Canyon Wash. With the developer's future upstream golf course construction, additional protection for the drainage system may be realized due to their constructing a lake with a capital flood spillway upstream of the proposed project. The storm drain will discharge into the Santa Clara River directly through the storm drain instead of continuing across the Lost Canyon Road and into the Santa Clara River. This may reduce the area being affected at the outlet, insignificantly adding to the 1 amount of surface water in the Santa Clara River. The project shall comply with all applicable City standards and the implementation of Best Management Practices (BMP) as required by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit to prevent construction impacts on water quality. BMP methods may include, but would not be limited to, using hay bales, sand bags, and soil stabilizers for storm and surface water runoff. Therefore, adverse affects to water quality are not considered significant. The proposed drain would provide a beneficial impact during small to moderate storms by slightly improving drainage patterns and reducing the surface water runoff in the project area. Therefore, the impact to water is not considered significant. The proposed project outlets into the Santa Clara River. Existing (E) and Potential (P) beneficial uses for Santa Clara River identified by the Regional Water Quality Control Board in the Santa Clara River watershed are as follows: MUN(P) - Municipal and Domestic Supply :ND(E) - Industrial Service Supply PROC(E) - Industrial Process Supply AGR(E) - Agricultural Supply GWR(E) - Ground Water Recharge FRSH(E) REC-1(E) REC-2(E) WARM (E) WILD (E) RARE (E) WET (E) - Freshwater Replenishment - Water Contact Recreation - Non -Contact Water Recreation - Warm Freshwater Habitat - Wildlife Habitat - Rare, Threatened - Wetland Habitat or Endangered Species Construction of features in Santa Clara River and other watercourses is anticipated to occur during the dry period, therefore no rerouting of flows in the Santa Clara River is anticipated. If there is water at the project outlet at the time of construction, it would be diverted away from the project site. This diversion, if needed, would prevent adverse impacts to water quality by preventing construction material from coming in contact with any water that may be present in the watercourse. The project would also not restrict any flows in the watercourse used for water supply systems. Therefore, the water quality impact to municipal and domestic, industrial service, industrial process, agricultural supply, freshwater replenishment, and warm freshwater habitat would not be considered significant. The proposed sediment entrapment basin site is located within the Live Oak Springs Wash which allows for infiltration and recharge to the groundwater. The proposed construction of the sediment entrapment basin will negligibly reduce groundwater infiltration and percolation rates. The impermeable surface that will be created by the sediment entrapment basin will be minimal; therefore, the impact to groundwater recharge would not be considered significant. Since the proposed project would be constructed during the dry season, water levels would be very low or non-existent. Both water contact and non -water contact recreations are not available within the project site, thus the impact to both would not be considered significant. The project area is within an area designated as a Developed Coast Live Oak Woodland. A biological assessment completed in May 1997 determined that no legally sensitive or other species of special interest were noted in the project area. Vegetation observed in the area includes big sagebrush and mulefat with scattered shrubs and annuals to weeds and grass along Live Oak Springs Wash. Development in the vicinity of Live Oak Springs Wash has reduced the overall natural habitat value of the watercourse. Aside from oak trees, there are no known unique rare or endangered species of plants in the project area. Due to construction of the proposed project, limited amounts of vegetation and approximately three oak trees would be removed. The vegetation impacted during construction would be able to re-establish itself after construction is completed. Therefore, the impact on wildlife habitat is not considered significant. Mitigative measures to offset the impact to loss of oak trees would include compliance with the City of Santa, Clarita's Oak Tree ordinance. This includes replacing the oak trees removed with two or more oak trees of equivalent size and value as determined by the City's Director of Planning. Additional typical mitigation includes flagging or fencing of oak trees in the construction area. The Department intends to perform future periodic clearing of vegetation, if necessary, and sediment removal at the sediment control facility when the capacity lines are at 25°> and 100%. Therefore, the impact to plant life is not considered significant. S. Animal Life The proposed outlet structure is located within Significant Ecological Area (SEA) No. 23 (Santa Clara River) as identified in the City of Santa Clarita's 1990 General Plan. The Santa Clara River is considered a SEA because it may contain the unarmored threespine stickleback and least Bell's vireo. The biological assessment performed in the project area noted that none of the species of animals found are considered legally sensitive. While animal life observed was limited to Audubon cottontail, coyote and Botta's Pocket gopher, the potential for other y types of animal life still exist. However, due to disturbed adjacent habitat and domestic animals, it is unlikely that a large wildlife population could develop along the watercourse within the project area. In addition, no known unique, rare or endangered species of animal exist on the project site. During construction activities, periodic cleanout, and regular maintenance, animal life within the project area would be displaced. This.impact is not considered significant since wildlife can find temporary suitable habitat, both upstream and downstream of the affected areas and would be able to return to the area upon construction and cleanout completion. Therefore, the effect on animal life is not considered significant. +•- Construction activities would create an increase in existing noise and vibration levels during construction, excavation, transportation, and placement of excavated material. Due to the short-term nature of the project, the effects would be temporary. Project specifications would require the contractor to comply with all applicable noise laws and ordinances. Thus, the noise impact of the proposed project is not considered significant. Similar impacts would occur during future periodic cleanouts of the sediment retention facility and related maintenance activities. Due to the infrequency of the cleanouts, the D we 13 effects would be generally limited. noise is not considered significant. Land Use The area for the proposed project improvement is zoned for residential development. The proposed project requires acquisition of approximately six acres of right of way for the purpose of construction and maintenance of the sediment entrapment basin and drainage system. The developer of a proposed golf course, located at the southerly upstream end of the proposed sediment entrapment basin, has indicated that they will dedicate the right of way necessary for the sediment entrapment basin. The area for the proposed sediment entrapment basin is currently vacant. Since the change in land use from residential to public use would not displace large numbers of people, no significant land use impact would occur. The proposed land use for the project area is compatible with the City's general plans, land use element, goals, and policies section. Adjacent properties may be temporarily impacted by project construction, however, upon project completion properties and residences would receive increased protection. Thus, the impact to land use would not be considered significant. The project specifications would require emergency access be maintained at all times during construction. In addition, the project specifications would require the contractor to give advance notice of all street and/or lane closures and detours to all emergency service agencies. In the event that the storm drain becomes plugged or breaks, appropriate Los Angeles County Department of Public Works personnel would be dispatched to remedy the situation. There may be heavy truck traffic for cleanouts of the sediment entrapment basin but due to the infrequent, short-term nature of the cleanouts and the limited size of the sediment entrapment basin, the effects would be temporary and generally limited. Also, periodic clearing of the sediment entrapment basin would be conducted, as necessary, to maintain design capacity. Thus, the impact to risk of upset would not be considered significant. The project construction would require the transport of approximately 17,500 cubic yards of excess excavated material from the proposed project site area. The transport of material would generate approximately 2,500 truck trips at approximately 10 trips per day. This will generate a temporary increase in vehicular movement. The haul trucks may temporarily impact present vehicular circulation within the proposed area for residences along the haul route. However, 6 -� the travel distance for the trucks hauling the material is approximately one mile to the nearest freeway entrance and they will mainly -be using Sand Canyon Road, which is considered a primary highway. Therefore, the impact would not be considered significant. Traffic would be redirected in accordance with traffic control plans that will be part of the project plans. Necessary safety precautions such as posting or use of a flag person to direct entering and exiting traffic at the entrance driveway to the sediment entrapment basin would be provided as needed. Right of way will be obtained to reroute traffic around the construction zone. One lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained at all times during construction. Area residents would be notified of any restrictions to through traffic or parking prior to construction. The contractor would be responsible for compliance with all City and County ordinances regarding haul routes for the transport of sediment. The contractor would be required to control and remove spillage from trucks during the haul of sediment which could create traffic hazards. Similar impacts would occur during future periodic cleanouts of the inlet, outlet and drainage facility. Due to the infrequency of the cleanouts, the effects would be generally limited. However, in an emergency, cleanout operations may be continuous without respect to working hour limitations`. Therefore, the effect of transportation/circulation is not considered significant. 16. Utilities 1-2 The proposed project would require the relocation of a 14 -inch water line. The impact is not considered significant since coordination with the affected utility agencies would reduce interruption of services to a minimum. Additionally, the proper notifications would be made to residents if there are interruptions. Therefore, the impact to utilities is not considered significant. The proposed project would introduce visible manmade structures such as the inlet and outlet structures to natural watercourses or rural areas. The proposed inlet structure will be located within a proposed golf course development behind residential properties south of Boulder Creek Road. The structure itself would be constructed of concrete and will be compatible with the developer's golf course design. It would not result in the obstruction of any scenic vistas or views by resident, therefore impacts are not considered significant. 7 • 4 The outlet structure will be constructed of concrete and riprap visible to others within previously undisturbed areas. This area is relatively small compared to the rest of the undisturbed areas. The remaining viewshed will not be impacted. 'Thus, the impact on aesthetics is not considered significant. 20. Cultural Resources A Phase I Reconnaissance Survey was performed at the project site. The survey was performed by qualified archaeologist and the results were negative; therefore, no further work with respect to cultural resources is recommended. If any cultural, archaeological, historical, or paleontological resources are discovered during construction, the contractor shall cease excavation and contact a specialist to examine the site as required by project specifications. Thus, the effects of the proposed project on these resources is not considered significant. .�. ..MMM - The - The biological assessment performed at the project site and the impacts to the environment were found to be less than significant. The proposed sediment facility will be subject to periodic cleanouts. As discussed previously, each cleanout would result in temporary impacts to earth, air, animal life, noise and transportation/circulation. These cleanouts and associated.impacts are anticipated to occur infrequently and are not considered to be cumulatively significant. Thus, the impacts of the project are not considered significant. SDS: km P-2/42 NOTICE OF COMPLETION State of California Office of Planning and Research 1400 Tenth Street Sacramento, CA 95814 Project Title Live Oak Springs Canyon Drain Project Location - Specific City of Santa Clarita along Sand Canyon Road, Live Oak Springs Wash and the Santa Clara River Project Location - City Project Location - County City of Santa Clarita Los Angeles Description of Nature, Purpose, and Beneficiaries of Project Construction of a storm drain system to alleviate localized storm flooding and debris deposition problems across Sand Canyon Road, !. thereby increasing vehicular and pedestian safety during small to moderate storms. Lead Agency Division Los Angeles County Department of Public Works Planning Address where copy of ND is available 900 S. Fremont Avenue, Alhambra, CA 91803 Review Period September 3, 1997 - October 6, 1997 Contact Person Area Code/Phone Extension Sarah D. Scott SDS:km P-2/145 COMMENTS RECEIVED ON THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION (ND) Presented below are responses to written comments received on the ND for the proposed project. Responses have been provided to all comments that raise environmental issues, as required by the State California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. Copies of the comments are on the following pages. vel s W1ra TI 1-1 As stated in Attachment A, Section 4, we intend to comply with your City's Oak Tree Ordinance. The Department's Flood Management. Group will work closely with your staff to obtain the necessary permits. 1-2 Road closure and detour plans will be submitted to your City for approval prior to implementation of the project. 1-3 Measures to mitigate construction, noise and traffic control have been incorporated into the specifications for the alignment of the project, including Sulpher springs Elementary School. Necessary safety precautions such as posting or the use of a flag person to direct traffic around the project site will be provided as needed. During construction, the contractor would be required to comply with all applicable City and County laws and ordinances with regard to air pollution, noise and traffic regulations. SDS: km P-2/158 Subject: Response to Live Oak Springs Canyon Drain Negative Declaration Dear Ms. Scott: Thank you for allowing the City of Santa Clarita an opportunity to evaluate and comment on the Live Oak Springs Canyon Drain Mitigated Negative Declaration. As a result of our review, we recommend the following considerations: 1. The applicant shall comply with the City's Oak Tree Ordinance and obtain permits for any necessary encroachment or removal of oak trees within the project area. 12. The applicant shall submit a Traffic Control Plan to the City for the construction phase of the project. i 3. The applicant shall be sensitive to the proximity of Sulphur Springs Elementary School in regards to allowable hours of construction, noise, and traffic Thankyou in advanc/your ooperation with this matter. Please feel free to contact me at 806/25u have any questions. Sincerely, % AICP cc: Anthony J. Nisich, Director of Transportation and Engineering Services T. Brad Therrien, Assistant City Engineer Jim Eldridge, Supervising Civil Engineer Larry Cushman, Supervising Civil Engineer Nancy Ward, Governor's Office of Emergency Services PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER 23920 Valencia Blvd. Phone Suite 300 (805) 259-2489 ' Santa Clarita Fax California 91355.2196 (805) 259-8125 City of 1 Santa Clarita October 1, 1997 Ms. Sarah D. Scott Planning Division County of Los Angeles 900 South Fremont Avenue Alhambra, CA 91803-1331 Subject: Response to Live Oak Springs Canyon Drain Negative Declaration Dear Ms. Scott: Thank you for allowing the City of Santa Clarita an opportunity to evaluate and comment on the Live Oak Springs Canyon Drain Mitigated Negative Declaration. As a result of our review, we recommend the following considerations: 1. The applicant shall comply with the City's Oak Tree Ordinance and obtain permits for any necessary encroachment or removal of oak trees within the project area. 12. The applicant shall submit a Traffic Control Plan to the City for the construction phase of the project. i 3. The applicant shall be sensitive to the proximity of Sulphur Springs Elementary School in regards to allowable hours of construction, noise, and traffic Thankyou in advanc/your ooperation with this matter. Please feel free to contact me at 806/25u have any questions. Sincerely, % AICP cc: Anthony J. Nisich, Director of Transportation and Engineering Services T. Brad Therrien, Assistant City Engineer Jim Eldridge, Supervising Civil Engineer Larry Cushman, Supervising Civil Engineer Nancy Ward, Governor's Office of Emergency Services PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER , CITY ORi81NAL , 68709 THIS AGREEMENT by and between the COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, a political subdivision of the State of California, hereinafter referred to as "COUNTY," acting on behalf of the Los Angeles County Flood Control District, a body corporate and politic; and the CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, a political subdivision in the County of Los Angeles, hereinafter referred to as "CITY": W I T N E S S E T H WHEREAS, COUNTY is administering all matters for the Los Angeles County Flood Control District pursuant to Section 56-3/4 of the COUNTY'S Charter and in accordance with an Agreement approved on December 26, 1984, between the COUNTY and the Los Angeles County Flood Control District; and WHEREAS, COUNTY proposes to construct Live Oak Springs Canyon storm drain within Sand Canyon Road between Live Oak Springs Canyon Road and Sand Canyon Wash, hereinafter referred to as "PROJECT"; and WHEREAS, PROJECT is within the jurisdictional limits of CITY; and WHEREAS, PROJECT is in the general interest of CITY and COUNTY; and WHEREAS, COUNTY is willing to prepare the plans, specifications and cost estimates, prepare the necessary environmental documents, and acquire and clear the necessary right of way for the PROJECT; and WHEREAS, COUNTY is willing to administer contract for the construction of PROJECT; and WHEREAS, CITY is willing to pay $500,000 toward the cost of PROJECT. NOW , THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual benefits to be derived by both CITY and COUNTY and of the premises herein contained, it is hereby agreed as follows: (1) CITY AGREES: a. To promptly review final plans and specifications submitted by COUNTY and obtain a written approval from CITY Council for PROJECT. b. To pay COUNTY, upon execution of this Agreement and within ten days of receipt of the invoice thereof, but not more than 30 days prior to advertisement by COUNTY of its construction contract for PROJECT, the sum of $500,000. Said payment shall be considered full and final payment. -3- (2) COUNTY AGREES a. To prepare or cause the preparation of plans, specifications and cost estimates, and any other necessary documents, including environmental documents, acquisition and clearing of right of way for PROJECT. b. To pay the remaining cost of PROJECT including all change orders. C. To advertise PROJECT for construction bids, to award and administer the construction contract, subject to availability of funding, to do all things necessary to complete PROJECT in accordance with said plans and specifications, and to act on behalf of CITY in all negotiations thereto. d. Upon completion of construction to operate and maintain PROJECT. e. To request CITY to review and approve the final plans and specifications for PROJECT. f. To provide CITY with "as constructed" duplicate drawings for PROJECT. (3) IT IS MUTUALLY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED: a. That CITY authorizes COUNTY to use the deposit made in Section (1), paragraph b, at its discretion to pay its contractor for constructing PROJECT and to administer its contract for the construction of PROJECT. b. By CITY'S approval of this Agreement, COUNTY shall have the right to use the streets and lands of CITY to construct, operate, maintain and reconstruct PROJECT as required, subject to the police powers of the CITY. C. That CITY and COUNTY shall have no financial obligation to each other under this Agreement, except as herein expressly provided. d. COUNTY agrees to provide contract administration for construction contract. It is mutually understood and agreed that during construction of PROJECT, COUNTY shall furnish an inspector or other representative tg perform the usual functions of an inspector, and CITY may also furnish an inspector at no cost to COUNTY. Said two inspectors shall cooperate and consult with each other, but the orders of COUNTY'S inspector to the contractor or other person in charge of construction shall be final. N 9 ki -5- That COUNTY shall have the right to reject all bids and readvertise PROJECT. That this Agreement can be amended or terminated by mutual written consent of both CITY and COUNTY. That in contemplation of the provisions of Section 895.2 of the Government Code of the State of California, imposing certain tort liability jointly upon public entities solely by reason of such entities being parties of an Agreement, as defined in Section 895 of said Code, the parties hereto, as between themselves, pursuant to the authorization contained in Section 895.4 and 895.6 of said Code, will assume the full liability imposed upon it or any of its officers, agents, or employees by law for injury caused by any negligent or wrongful act or omission occurring in the performance of this Agreement to the same extent that such liability would be imposed in the absence of Section 895.2 of said Code. To achieve the above stated purpose, each party indemnifies and holds harmless the other party for any cost or expense that may be imposed upon such other party solely by virtue of.said Section 895.2. The provisions of Section 2778 of the California Civil Code are made part hereof as if incorporated herein. h. The term or phrase "contract administration," as used or implied in this Agreement, shall include inspection, estimating, project coordination, liaison, construction surveys, materials inspection and testing, and general quality control. i. That the provisions of any previous assumption of Liability Agreement heretofore entered into between the parties hereto are inapplicable to this Agreement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed by their respective officers, duly authorized, by the CITY OF SANTA CLARITA on /V 1995 and by the COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES on �a - S -�% S 1995. ATTEST: JOANNE STURGES Executive Officer -Clerk of the Board of Supervisors COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, acting on behalf of the Los Angeles County Flood- Control -Di st:ri.nt- _ APPROVED AS TO FORM DE WITT W. CLINTON County Counsel BY C^4,,,A-Z� �_ S DEPUTY ATTEST: CITY OF SANTA CLARITA BY CI CLERK ®OPTED BOARD OF SUPEAMORS CMM OF LOS AMaeS 3 2 �-' DEC 51995 �OQ1u -C JOANNE sTURGES� EXECUTIVE OFFICER APPS VED AS TO FORM 1995 BY CITY A ORNEY I:j