1P610: Merced Welcome Signs & Murals
Summary
SCH Number
2022050198
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 10
(DOT)
Document Title
1P610: Merced Welcome Signs & Murals
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
5/10/2022
Document Description
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) proposes installing welcome signs, monuments, and murals at various locations along State Routes (SR) 59, 99, and 140 in Merced County. See the Categorical Exemption for location details. The scope of work includes painting murals on eight walls that cross under SR-99. Four welcome signs will be installed with new posts along SR-59 and SR-140 and two new monuments will be installed along SR-99. All work will occur within existing Caltrans Right of Way. The purpose of this beautification project is to generate appreciation for Merced’s culture and aesthetic, and encourage economic vitality. The project is needed is to restore a sense of pride, belonging, and unity in the communities of north and south Merced.
Contact Information
Name
Elizabeth Hummel
Agency Name
Caltrans
Job Title
Associate Environmental Planner
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Merced
Counties
Merced
Regions
Northern California
State Highways
State Routes 99, 59, & 140
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Existing Facilities Section 15301
Reasons for Exemption
The project will not affect any sensitive species or their habitats, cultural resources, scenic resources, or any other environmentally sensitive resources.
County Clerk
Merced
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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