Norwood Elementary Greening Project
Summary
SCH Number
2024110236
Public Agency
El Monte City School District
Document Title
Norwood Elementary Greening Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
11/7/2024
Document Description
The Project includes renovating the grounds of Norwood Elementary, a nearly six-acre former school campus. Improvements include the removal of no more than three existing structures and the construction or replacement of walkways/pathways, landscaping, irrigation, softball fields, stormwater management infrastructure, permeable pavers, playground equipment, fitness equipment, site furnishings, shade structures, and signage. The project will include removal of asphalt, reconfiguration of an existing parking lot, and work, including stormwater improvements, within the right of way. The property is owned by the El Monte City School District, and the project will be funded through a grant from the Los Angeles County Safe, Clean Water Program with the Trust for Public Land. The Project will bring lasting benefits to the local community, enriching the lives of our youth, nurturing the environment, and fostering a brighter future for all.
Contact Information
Name
Matthew Law
Agency Name
El Monte City School District
Job Title
Business Support Services Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Coordinates
Cities
El Monte
Counties
Los Angeles
Regions
Citywide
Cross Streets
Emery Street
Zip
91732
Total Acres
5.81
Parcel #
8547020902
State Highways
605-S
Airports
San Gabriel Valley Airport
Schools
Durfee School
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1 Section 15301; Class 3 Section 15303; Class 4 Section 15304
Reasons for Exemption
- Section 15301: Class 1— repair, maintenance, or minor alteration of existing structures, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of existing or former use. District will be improving an already developed property, with no increased capacity.
- Section 15303: Class 3— installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures; accessory structures in urbanized area, including play equipment and shade structures.
- Section 15304: Class 4— minor public or private alterations in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation which do not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees. New gardening or landscaping, including the replacement of existing conventional landscaping with water efficient or fire-resistant landscaping.
County Clerk
Los Angeles
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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