Rodent Control, Summit Visitor Center
Summary
SCH Number
2005068097
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Rodent Control, Summit Visitor Center
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/7/2005
Document Description
Reduce the rodent population in and around the structures at the Mount Diablo summit, including the Visitor Center at Mount Diablo State Park. An anticoagulant rodenticide, as recommended by a licensed pest control operator, will be installed in bait stations in a manner that ensures that the rodents must consume it within the stations. The stations will be secured out of public use areas within structures. The bait stations will be tamper resistant and designed to allow access by rats and smaller rodents only. The stations will be in place for approximately 6 months, starting in July, 2005. Re-treatment will be necessary in following years and will be evaluated annually prior to continuing with the work. This treatment poses some level of threat to non-target wildlife that may access the bait stations but the impact to any specific population will not be significant. Secondary poisoning of wildlife will not be a threat. The treatment will not expose park users to toxic substances. Park staff will immediately remove an animal carcasses found within public use areas.
This project protects public health and safety and supports continued facility use and maintenance.
Contact Information
Name
Marla Hastings
Agency Name
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Counties
Contra Costa
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15301
Reasons for Exemption
Project consists of the operation and maintenance of an existing public facility involving no expansion of use beyond current levels.
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