NEPA Documentation Sample Clauses

NEPA Documentation. Given the nature of the proposed project, the environmental document is a likely candidate for classification either as a Programmatic Categorical Exclusion (PCE) or as a Documented Categorical Exclusion (D-List CE). This determination can only be made, however, by TDOT in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). ▇▇▇▇▇▇-▇▇▇▇ will prepare a project location map and description of the proposed improvements for submittal to TDOT. Based on this information, TDOT and the FHWA will determine the level of documentation and the environmental technical studies required for this project.

NEPA Documentation. The CONSULTANT shall carry out environmental analyses and develop the appropriate level of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation for the project in accordance with INDOT environmental procedures as determined by the anticipated project impacts. A Level 3 Categorical Exclusion (CE-3) is anticipated due to the anticipated relocation of one property in the southeast quadrant of the ▇▇▇▇▇▇ Road and Union Chapel Road intersection. The project is also anticipated to require greater than 0.5 acre of right-of-way. The environmental services required to develop this project shall be in accordance with the Procedural Manual for Preparing Environmental Documents (2008) and the most recent INDOT Categorical Exclusion Manual (February 2021). The tasks to be performed shall include the following items.

NEPA Documentation a. ADOT’s NEPA process begins during ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ and continues through Stage V of Design. b. The ADOT contact for NEPA is its Environmental and Enhancement Group Manager. c. The BLM has the opportunity to: (1) Be a Cooperating Agency during development of an Environmental Assessment (EA) or Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and participate as a member of an Interdisciplinary (ID) Team throughout the duration of the process. (2) Provide input on issues during agency scoping meetings and/or field reviews. (3) Review and comment on the predraft EA or EIS during its 30 day period. (4) Review and comment on the initial Design Concept Report (DCR) during its 30 day period. (5) Comment on the Draft EA or EIS during the 30 day public comment period. (6) Review the Summary of Comments prepared for IDCR during its one week period. (7) Review the prefinal EA or EIS; Provide a letter supporting findings for inclusion in final NEPA document during the 30 day period. (8) Provide input during development and subsequent updates to NEPA documentation concurrent with all of V. B. 3, 4 and 5 herein.

NEPA Documentation. NEPA has established compliance measures and necessary documentation that must be fulfilled. NEPA establishes environmental protection as a priority and mandates the consideration and evaluation of environmental impacts prior to a project being executed or constructed. Since this project is receiving grant funds through the FTA, the project is subject to compliance with the NEPA process and appropriate documentation. The process for complying with NEPA and federal surface transportation statutes is defined in the joint Federal Highway Administration/Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Environmental Impact and Related Procedures (23 C.F.R 771). The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) regulations (40 CFR parts 1500-1508) implementing NEPA, establish procedures for evaluating and documenting less-than-significant levels of environmental impact. All transit projects receiving FTA funds are considered major federal actions and are therefore subject to requirements under NEPA. The CONSULTANT shall prepare the appropriate documentation as deemed necessary in accordance with the FTA’s NEPA Class of Action.

NEPA Documentation. ‌ The most likely NEPA classification is a Categorical Exclusion, which is typical on transportation projects in urban environments. Certain impacts, such as a significant number of relocations or public controversy, could require the project to complete an Environmental Assessment. Effort includes one of the two possible NEPA paths. Details for an EA and CE are included below. The consultant shall prepare documentation for an EA or CE, as confirmed by FRA.‌

NEPA Documentation. The Consultant shall provide environmental services to include: · ▇▇▇▇▇▇-▇▇▇▇ will prepare and distribute a Start of Study Letter to appropriate regulatory agencies to collect input on anticipated environmental permitting issues.

NEPA Documentation. As described in the County’s RFP, Caltrans will prepare and submit the NEPA Categorical Exclusion (CE) to the County. Quincy will coordinate with Caltrans on completion of the NEPA CE and assist with preparation of the Environmental Commitments Record as appropriate. Quincy has assumed up to 16 hours of staff time available to be used at the discretion of County staff to assist Caltrans.

NEPA Documentation a. Ensure successful completion of environmental documentation for the project by the Urban Rail Project Manager and NEPA consultant. b. Provide leadership in the development and utilization of the CAMPO ridership model. c. Ensure NEPA consultant has the information required to complete the NEPA documentation. Assist in coordinating with FTA and other agencies on the project. d. Responsible for schedule development with the Urban Rail Project Manager and NEPA consultant to complete NEPA within the agreed upon schedule. e. Present NEPA status, approach, and results at various outreach and agency meetings.