Lompoc group wants to stop demolition of bowling alley Jun 14, 2008
Although the city Planning Commission denied Bornino's plan for a residential and commercial center on the site in March, they did approve a negative declaration for the project, meaning that the demolition would not cause significant environmental harm. The group opposing the demolition indicated Friday that it expects to appeal the Planning Commission's approval of the negative declaration because it was done without determination of the mitigation of the loss of recreational space and without... (Santa Maria Times)
Diamond XX water service eyed by CCWD Jun 13, 2008
Approved a negative declaration and notice of determination for its Copper Cove Wastewater Treatment Plant. The project at 5130 Kiva Place in Copper Cove involves replacement of an aging facility and expansion of capacity from 250,000 to 500,000 gallons per day. (The Union Democrat)
WALES BOARD APPROVES CELLULAR TOWER Jun 6, 2008
A "negative declaration" under the State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) law was issued by the Town Board stating that the overall project proposed by Verizon Cellular poses no adverse impact to the surrounding neighborhood. East Aurora Advertiser 2008. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
101 to be widened from Marsh to Embarcadero May 23, 2008
The environmental assessment, negative declaration and maps of the project are now on view at the Palo Alto Main Library, 1313 Newell Road, East Palo Alto Library, 2415 University Ave, and the Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St.. Design of the project will take place in 2009-2010 while construction will take place in 2011, according to Ginger Navarro, Caltrans public information officer. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
NO SUPPORT ON BOARD FOR A 20A ICE RINK May 16, 2008
The board is working to determine whether the project merits a negative or positive declaration under SEQR. A negative declaration by the board would require closer study and possible mitigation of environmental concerns, while a positive declaration would allow the SEQR process to move forward. East Aurora Advertiser 2008. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
SUBDIVISION PLAN WILL BE CLOSELY EXAMINED May 2, 2008
By contrast, the Town Board could have issued a "negative declaration" under SEQR that carries a proviso that no serious or adverse impact would result from the project's construction. Then all that Hesse would need to begin dividing lots would be for the town board to approve a site development plan--absent a court challenge brought by opponents of the project. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
ELMA BRUSH PICKUP SCHEDULE CRITICIZED Apr 20, 2008
"People need more notification about the exact date of the pickup so we don't have rubbish at the curb to blow around. Weber also complained to the board about its summer policy of allowing town employees to work a four-day work schedule, 10 hours a day. "They should work [five-day work weeks] just like the rest of us," she told the board. The four-day work week schedule in Elma runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day. In a unrelated development, Weber, in her capacity as president of Elma Senior... (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Comp plan trashed; Red Wing gains upper hand as judge scuttles local laws Apr 4, 2008
In a related ruling last week, Judge Brands also annulled the negative declaration the town made on its wetlands law ... In their petition, 1133 Taconic LLC, Wilfred Beam, David Dyal, Thomas Dyal, Maria Fitzgibbon and Raython Merrihew asked for the annulment because the town "adopted the wetlands law without taking a hard look at its environmental impact, and because the town board failed to give proper notice of the negative declaration.". (Pine Plains Register Herald, NY)
Stanford plans changes to Los Trancos Creek, Felt Lake Apr 3, 2008
These preparations are underway because, according to Zigterman, the university expects the state to issue a mitigated negative declaration, or a clean bill of environmental health for the project. Creek watchdog group San Francisquito Watershed Council found no problems with the proposal during meeting with Stanford representatives, according to Ryan Navratil, the council's program director. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
New Ponderosa Hills water tank being proposed Apr 2, 2008
A public hearing will be held April 11 on a decision to adopt a negative declaration on the project, a finding that the tower will cause no adverse environmental impacts. The declaration will detail several measures taken to answer concerns of adjoining property owners who fear the tank will hurt their views. (The Union Democrat)
Town plans public hearing for Shodack Landing sewer Mar 28, 2008
The Town Board has already issued a negative declaration on the project under the State Environmental Quality Review Act, meaning it would not have a significant impact on the environment. The estimated cost of the district to the "typical property," as defined in the town law is $683 annually, consisting of a $513 capital charge and a $170 operation and maintenance charge. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Council graces brush edict Mar 27, 2008
A negative declaration was prepared as part of the environmental study ... The negative declaration and ordinance also identify potential areas within the city limits where sensitive plants might be located. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
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The Water District Board of Directors are expected to adopt a negative declaration to move forward on the project. The next step is to place the proposal out for bid. (Ridgecrest Daily Independent, CA)
Geneva Ethanol Plant Proposed Mar 6, 2008
The IDA did us due diligence in investigating all the potential impacts, all the potential benefits, and it was reviewed by outside counsel, and the IDA was correct in declaring this to be a Type-1 activity and therefore a negative declaration was warranted, said David Kaiser, IDA.. Some council members say an EIS should be standard practice for any future industrial projects. (R News)
ELMA ADJUSTS EMPLOYEE HEALTH BENEFITS Feb 22, 2008
A "negative declaration" under the New York State Environmental Quality Review was issued stating the business would pose no adverse impacts on the surrounding neighborhood. -- Heard Nolan say that bids must be returned to Town Clerk Patricia King's office no later than Feb. 20 at 3:30 p.m. for the purchase of 17 portable generators, 18 chainsaws and 10 pole saws to be used by the Highway Department and the four fire companies in town during weather-related emergencies. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
LIBRARY, SOUTH SIDE PURCHASE ARE HOT TOPICS AT MULTI-BOARD MEETING Feb 14, 2008
Giacalone also charged that the board had not done its diligence in filing a negative declaration under State Environmental Quality Review law. He also urged citizens to sign petitions putting the matter to a referendum. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
ELMA BOARD APPROVES COMMUNICATIONS TOWER Feb 3, 2008
The negative declaration allows the project to move forward without additional review of possible environmental impacts stating that the antennae would have no adverse impact on the environment of the surrounding neighborhood. The board issued a similar declaration concerning the Schultz Road tower after a study by the engineering firm of William Schutt iates last year. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Women's jail plans progress Jan 30, 2008
On Tuesday, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a mitigated negative declaration for the estimated 30 million project that's currently without funding. The county hopes to pay for the much-needed expansion with federal grant funds, and during a special budget meeting last week, the supervisors were told that because the project is ready to go, it has a better chance of being funded. (Santa Maria Times)
Coasta Norte appeal denied Jan 24, 2008
Resident Kirk Roberts said that the negative declaration was "faulty" and the project needed an environmental impact report. "This sets a precedent for the next 100 years," he added. (Daily Triplicate)
Planning commission to hear new project concerns Jan 1, 2008
The California Environmen-tal Quality Act approved a mitigated negative declaration, meaning construction wouldn't have a significant affect on the environment. The Environmen-tal Review Commission recommended approval, but ultimately The Board of Supervisors would have to approve a general plan amendment. (Daily Triplicate)
Lowe's review approved: Environmental study moves project one step ahead Dec 19, 2007
Hogan said notice of the city's negative declaration will be filed and published. We're stewards of our environment, Hogan said, adding the city is not taking any shortcuts. (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
Village Board tackles safety issue head-on Dec 19, 2007
" The village engineer gave a brief summary of the law and the public hearing was closed without comment. The board then unanimously passed a negative declaration of the law based upon a determination that the action will not have any significant adverse environmental impacts. They also unanimously adopted this local law. Water update A presentation was made on the water situation by the village engineers. A projected time line of 22 months was given to meet all of the requirements to put the... (Pawling News Chronicle, NY)
Coasta Norte development critics point to environmental concerns Dec 15, 2007
They also decided to adopt the negative declaration recommended by City Planner Will Caplinger that states the development will not have a significant impact on the environment ... Speaking as a private citizen, he said that the negative declaration was incomplete and inaccurate and that there are significant environmental issues. (Daily Triplicate)
Children's library project OK'd by planners Dec 11, 2007
The project's negative declaration of environmental impacts as well as the development plan were approved with a 3-0 vote. Commission member Helen Free was absent and commissioner Jack Rodenhi recused himself. (Lompoc Record, CA)
VILLAGE TO LEAD ICE RINK S.E.Q.R. PROCESS, BOARD APPOINTS CLEARINGHOUSE COMMITTEE Dec 10, 2007
If the board decides to issue a "negative declaration" on the rink proposal, it would essentially end the SEQR process. The board would then be able to make a decision on whether or not to approve the building plan. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
CELLULAR TOWER REGULATIONS CONSIDERED Dec 7, 2007
As a result of the Schutt Associates engineering study, a "negative declaration" under the N.Y.S. Environmental Quality Review Act (S.E.Q.R.A.) was issued stating that the cell tower on the Luders property posed no adverse environmental impact on the environment of the surrounding neighborhood. Business Permits Issued. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Will new desks bump stores? Dec 4, 2007
"We took a hard look at environmental impact and the full Environmental Assessment Form, and recommended the Town Board issue a negative declaration for the project under the State Environmental Quality Review Act, meaning it will not have an adverse impact on the environment," said Planning Board Chairman William Haney. Planners gave conditional site plan approval and recommended the Town Board do the same. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Kensington Terrace foes appeal plan Dec 3, 2007
The commissioners adopted what is called a mitigated negative declaration, a fairly routine determination that relieves developers of any requirement to perform more thorough environmental studies. The neighbors who oppose the project say they will take their case to court if their appeal to the City Council is not successful. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
PUBLIC HEARING SET ON ELMA RESIDENCY LAW Nov 29, 2007
A "negative declaration" under the New York State Environment Quality Review Act (S.E.Q.R.A.) was given stating that the two uses pose no significant adverse impact to the surrounding neighborhood. Routine fire inspections are required within 30 days of the permits issuance for the facility that is equipped with a bathroom. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Tempel project wins key OK Nov 27, 2007
Planners also issued a negative declaration as lead agency under the State Environment Quality Review Act, meaning they believe the project will not have a significant negative impact on the environment. An open development area, which planners also okayed, allows permits to be issued to structures to which access is provided by a right-of-way or easement. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Public to comment on development Nov 15, 2007
The proposed Negative Declaration and project documents are available for review at City Hall at 377 J St.. The Commission Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration according to the California Environmental Quality Act ... The Commission will hold a public hearing on Dec. 13 at 5:30 p.m. at the Cultural Center, 1001 Front St. to consider adopting the Negative Declaration for the development permit. (Daily Triplicate)
Regional Roundup Nov 10, 2007
Copies of the project's negative declaration are available at the public works counter at Lodi City Hall, 221 W. Pine St.. A public hearing will be held at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday in the Lodi Public Library community room, 201 W. Locust St. Comments may also be mailed to the North San Joaquin Water Conservation District, in care of Ed Steffani, P.O. Box 428, Clements, CA 95227. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Moving forward: Board officially sends $75.2 million plan to upgrade city's schools to voters ... City's reval drops income from Lowe's PILOT by a fifth: Griffin: Percentages stay the same, dollar amounts drop ... Learn to live with bears: DEC offers session in Dansville Thursday to offer insight on bruin behavior ... Hogan hears from Spitzer about Trib story: Hornell mayor in Albany for conference, found by governor ... ';var marqueewidth="350px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#FFFFFF";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}}Wednesday, October 17, 2007 Lynn BrennanHornell City School District Superintendent George Kiley and school board president David Weyand discuss the results of the State Environmental Quality Review for the proposed capital project. Moving forward: Board officially sends $75.2 million plan to upgrade city's schools to voters Oct 17, 2007
The board also approved a resolution stating the capital project constitutes a negative declaration under the State Environmental Quality Review act. The resolution states parts of the project fall under nlisted action under SEQR, and therefore do not nclude the potential for at least one significant adverse environmental impact. (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
More of this story Oct 6, 2007
Regarding the EIR, a McGregor Co. spokeswoman said last week that the company instead completed and filed a Mitigated Negative Declaration with the city, which declared the project would not have significant environmental impacts. If the Planning Commission approves the project, a series of hearings would follow for general plan amendments and zoning changes. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
County Lines for October 4, 2007 Oct 4, 2007
San Luis Obispo County has released a draft negative declaration for the proposed Nipomo Community Park master plan project that evaluates potential environmental impacts associated with adding new recreational facilities to the park. The public can comment in two ways on the proposed negative declaration, which is an official statement that the project would have no significant environmental impacts requiring further study: people may file a county request for review an appeal by 5 p.m.... (Santa Maria Times)
EIR for ethanol plant up for review Oct 3, 2007
"Traditionally, a project like this would have been processed with a negative declaration, but because the project is so complex, vast and important, the staff decided it needs an EIR to assess the full implications of the project and present it to the public," said Barbara McCurdy Marty, Hanford's economic development manager. If built, the Great Valley Ethanol plant would produce 63 million gallons a year of corn ethanol that would be used as a gasoline blend stock. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Hang it all: Oct 2, 2007
Instead, planners prepared a much shorter document called a mitigated negative declaration ... M. Wayne Donaldson, a prominent San Diego architect who was named state historic preservation officer in 2004, chastised the university for ignoring his office's conclusion that the mitigated negative declaration was flawed. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
ELMA ISSUES PERMIT FOR RENOVATED GAS STATION WITH DRIVE-THROUGH Sep 20, 2007
The Elma location was issued a "negative declaration" under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (S.E.Q.R.A.) as having no deleterious effect on the surrounding rural neighborhood. Building Inspector Joseph Colern said that another permit must be issued by the town for any outdoor advertising signage the store wishes to display. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Hotel approved for Grand at Highway 1 Sep 19, 2007
But it unanimously adopted the mitigated negative declaration and voted 4-1, with Shoals dissenting, to approve the specific development plan. Following hours of discussion Monday over the project's design, the council approved what many hope will stand as a landmark feature for the city on a vacant lot that formerly housed a service station at 105 W. Grand Ave.. (Santa Maria Times)
Palomar pushing forward with new planetarium Sep 12, 2007
During their governing board meeting Tuesday, Palomar trustees certified an environmental document called a "mitigated negative declaration," prepared to identify potential impacts the 5,000-square-foot project would have on categories like traffic and noise. Such mitigated negative declarations are used when developers do not expect the effects of a project to pose significant concerns that would require and environmental impact report, said Hudson-MacIsaac. (North County Times)
Pacific Shores still here Aug 29, 2007
At Del Norte County's Local Agency Formation Commission meeting Monday, the group did not act on adopting a negative declaration that would push the subdivision one step closer to dissolving, because there was a lack of complete and accurate information ... The main issue LAFCO needed to address at Monday's meeting, however, was the adoption of a negative declaration that says dissolving the water district would not have any detrimental impacts on the environment ... But David Hunt, an attorney... (Daily Triplicate)
LAFCO seeks to end water district Aug 28, 2007
LAFCO intends to adopt a negative declaration that says there would not be negative environmental impacts involved with dissolving the Pacific Shores Subdivision California Water District ... LAFCO's intent for negative declaration will be one of the first steps in that attempt. (Daily Triplicate)
EG marina floats its final plans Aug 22, 2007
"We're also hoping the town issues a negative declaration under the State Environmental Quality Review Act. We've prepared study after study that say the project will not have a negative impact on the area and we hope the Town Board agrees." If the board issues a positive declaration, meaning the marina could have an adverse impact on the environment, developers will have to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement. "We can certainly do that, but we'd be rehashing the same data," said Mr.... (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Continue reading Aug 21, 2007
In other business, the city council will hold a public hearing on negative declaration for the city's arsenic reduction capital improvement plan. The Hanford City Council meets for a study session at 4 p.m. and reconvenes for a regular session at 7:30 p.m. every first and third Tuesday in the Council Chambers, Civic Auditorium, 400 N. Douty St.. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
2 new appeals filed over Hilton project Aug 8, 2007
ur concern is that instead of doing a full EIR, they did a mitigated negative declaration based on a 15-year-old environmental impact report for a bowling alley, and we don't think that's acceptable. The project represents a 16-million capital investment by the developer, which doesn't include the cost of such off-site improvements as curbs, gutters, sidewalks and water lines. (Santa Maria Times)
SLO County OKs homes for Nipomo agricultural land Aug 8, 2007
The proposed agricultural-cluster subdivision last came before the supervisors in March, when it was determined that an environmental impact report was not needed and a mitigated negative declaration was issued. Now that he has the county's blessing, Wittstrom will subdivide the 122. (Santa Maria Times)
Village wastewater permit to change Jul 27, 2007
Olsen said to begin the board needed to fill out a short form Environmental Assessment Form (EAF), make a negative declaration pursuant to SEQRA, and then send the application to the DEC.. Board member Thomas Whalen asked why the board was considering reapplying for the permit Briggs already applied for. (Millbrook Round Table, NY)
Comp plan, zoning adopted by board Jul 27, 2007
Prior to approving the plan, the board voted a negative declaration on SEQRA (State Environmental Quality Review Act) review of the comprehensive plan update and new zoning law, which means that both documents would have minimal to no impact on the environment ... Both agreed that changes could be made in the future to deal with new changes in the town, and the negative declaration passed 5-0. (Henrietta Post, NY)
PUC denies rehearing of PacifiCorp decision Jul 26, 2007
The corporation's legal counsel contended that the March 15 decision requiring them to now prepare EIRs on all proposed routes contained errors and that the PUC was acting illegally in ordering EIRs because it had already certified a Final Mitigated Negative Declaration on Option 3. The corporation charged that there was o rational basis for such an order, according to the PUC document. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
Second lawsuit filed against Town of Howard: Town's wind law being challenged by residents again Jul 26, 2007
It also requests the negative declaration under the State Environmental Quality Review Act for the adoption of the wind energy facilities law be annulled and set aside. The lawsuit also asks that Hatch be removed from his position as town board member, alleging he had been ngaging in fraudulent conduct, violating the letter and spirit of General Municipal Law Article 18 (Conflicts of Interest of Municipal Officers and Employees), and breaching his fiduciary duty to the residents of the Town of... (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
Bennett public hearing scheduled for July 26 Jul 20, 2007
This is the opportunity for the board to to make a choice between a positive declaration, negative declaration, or negative declaration with conditions. Millbrook Round Table 2007. (Millbrook Round Table, NY)
CEQA process begins for Roseburg co-generation project in Weed Jul 19, 2007
Negative declaration n initial study is done and if the results show potential for significant impacts or public controversy, an EIR might be prepared. Preparation of an EIR.. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
Board braces for DEC hearing on Red Wing Jul 13, 2007
Next, all five members voted to grant the proposed elimination of the floating light industrial district a negative declaration, which means that the elimination would not have negative environmental impacts on the town ... Lo Brutto voted against issuing the wetlands protection law a negative declaration, while the other four members voted for it. (Pine Plains Register Herald, NY)
CARSTAR PERMIT ISSUED FOR FORMER FORD SITE Jul 5, 2007
A "negative declaration" under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act's (S.E.Q.R.A.) "short form" was issued stating the business to have no adverse impact on the surrounding neighborhood. No outside storage of junk vehicles or junk auto parts will be allowed under terms of the special use permit issued to Fisher. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
New mosque moves forward Jun 23, 2007
The Planning Commission declared itself lead agency on the project and passed a negative declaration , meaning they do not anticipate the building will have any significant adverse impact on the environment. The project will return to the Planning Commission after obtaining variances from the ZBA. To contact reporter Diana Ladden, email. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
ELMA BOARD EXAMINES TOWN CODE REVISIONS Jun 21, 2007
A "negative declaration" under the N.Y.S. Environmental Quality Review Act's (S.E.Q.R.A.) "short form" was issued by the Town Board stating the business to have no negative impact on the surrounding neighborhood. The building formally housed a demolition office. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
EG sites add hot cakes, brews Jun 5, 2007
Planning Board Chairman William Haney said the board issued a negative declaration for the project under the State Environmental Quality Review Act, meaning it will not have an adverse impact on the environment ... Planners issued a negative declaration under SEQRA and granted final approval of the proposed minor site plan modification subject to satisfying outstanding technical details. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
MARILLA ASKS CONSERVANCY TO HANDLE PURCHASE OF LAND RIGHTS May 24, 2007
A "negative declaration" under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (S.E.Q.R.A.) was issued stating that the purchase of the Three Rod Road property development rights will have no serious impact on the surrounding countryside. No one spoke for or against the purchase of the development rights at a public hearing preceding the Town Board vote authorizing the Western New York Land Conservancy to negotiate on the town's behalf. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Schodack hears final plans for water work May 19, 2007
The board determined the project will not have a significant adverse impact on the environment and issued a negative declaration under the State Environmental Quality Review. Now that the negative declaration has been issued, the town can move forward with the process of forming the district. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Polaris reports first quarter results and conference call May 17, 2007
The Mitigated Negative Declaration application for the proposed Redwood City Terminal received unanimous support from the Redwood City Port Commissioners, a significant step forward in the permitting process. On March 5, 2007, Polaris received the 2007 e3 Environmental Excellence in Exploration Award from the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada for industry-leading social and environmental sustainability practices. (PR Newswire)
Escondido Marriott can proceed, judge rules May 9, 2007
In all areas, Judge Thomas Nugent ruled that the city's "mitigated negative declaration" -- which addresses environmental concerns -- was sufficient and that a full environmental impact report won't be required. "There is no substantial evidence in the record that the project will result in a significant impact on parking capacity," his ruling says. (North County Times)
Planning Board examines major subdivisions May 2, 2007
With all the conditions in place, the Planning Board issued a negative declaration on the project, meaning it will not have an adverse impact on the environment. The other project discussed was Berkeley Estates, a proposed 28-lot cluster subdivision on 88 acres off Morner Road, part of which is in the Town of North Greenbush. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Board seeks comments on El Jaro Creek Apr 29, 2007
The Cachuma Conservation Release Board (CCRB) is soliciting comments on the adequacy and completeness of the Negative Declaration for the Fish Passage Enhancement to El Jaro Creek, near the City of Lompoc. The Negative Declaration identifies and discusses potential and residual impacts for identified subject areas ... A copy of the Negative Declaration and Initial Study may be obtained and all documents referenced in the Negative Declaration may be reviewed at the CCRB office, 3301 Laurel Canyon... (Lompoc Record, CA)
Marina plan worries port tenants Apr 29, 2007
" He recommended a negative declaration be issued. Mr. Lynch recommended that the Planning Board hold off on meeting any SEQRA determination of significance until Chas H. Sells have completed the EAF supplements. Environmental analyst Sarah Evans suggested planners contact the Army Corp of Engineers to see if they have permit jurisdiction. Police Chief Christopher Lavin asked that a slip for a police watercraft be included in the plans. While the department does not currently have such a boat,... (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
MARILLA BOARD PASSES ZONING CODE CHANGES Apr 26, 2007
A "negative declaration" under the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (S.E.Q.R.A.) was issued by the town board stating that the changes did not pose a significant impact to the surrounding neighborhood. P.A.C.E. PUBLIC HEARING. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
