Sea West Exotic Tree Removal
Summary
SCH Number
2004118309
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Sea West Exotic Tree Removal
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
11/18/2004
Document Description
Remove spreading exotic trees (primarily Eucalyptus and Cypress) from three areas within the newly acquired Sea West Ranch property. Dead trees will be left standing as habitat for raptors and cavity-nesting birds. Haul all downed plant materials off-site; slash will be chipped and downed wood will be split into firewood. Native replacement trees will be planted 3:1. Remove bullfrogs and other exotic species from seasonal drainage and adjacent stock ponds, following California Department of Fish and Game procedures. Removal of Eucalyptus trees at Site 2 will not occur from October to March to avoid potential impacts to roosting Monarch butterflies. Control remaining exotic vegetation using herbicides, mowers, weed-whips, and hand tools. Only surface disturbance will occur with vegetation control. Erosion control devices will be installed along existing erosion channels. The project is intended to maintain wetland habitat and associated species, especially habitat of the California Red-legged frog (Rana aurora draytonii).
Contact Information
Name
Vince Cicero
Agency Name
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
San Luis Obispo
Other Location Info
Between Harmony and Cayucos.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15333
Reasons for Exemption
Project consists of the maintenance and enhancement of amphibian, plant, and wildlife habitat, on a site not exceeding five acres in size.
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