This project will restore the southern portion of the Henrietta storm water runoff basin to increase the total wetland area of the basin to 4 acres. Community members and students will help with the removal of invasive species, debris and trash. The basin will also serve as an outdoor classroom and laboratory to nearby schools.
Henrietta Basin, a storm water and runoff basin, is located adjacent to where Henrietta and Spencer Street meet in the City of Torrance, south Santa Monica Bay.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
S: 15304, 15333, 15306
Reasons for Exemption
Project is exempt under section 15304 as it involves revegetation and does not remove healthy, mature and scenic trees. Project is further exempt under section 15333 as it involves the revegetation of an area not greater than 5 acres in size. Project is also exempt under section 15306 as students will be collecting basic data that does not result in a major disturbance to an environmental resource.
