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Natural Resource Review
December 16, 2014
RE: Proposed Telecommunications Facility
Site Identifier: Afton Road / Ensite #22002
Site Address: 4409 Aguas Frias Road, Durham, Butte County, CA 95938
Latitude / Longitude: 39° 27' 52.14"N / 121° 51' 32.72"W
EBI Project No. 61148020
EBI Consulting (EBI) has prepared the following Natural Resource Review (the Review) for the above-referenced
property (herein, the Subject Property) on behalf of Cellco Partnership and its controlled affiliates doing business as
Verizon Wireless. This Review was completed as a part of EBI’s National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review of
the proposed telecommunications facility at the Subject Property, and focused identifying potential impacts to
federally-protected land resources, protected species, flood zones and wetlands, which may require further
environmental review per Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules Implementing NEPA [47 CFR
1.1307(a).]
Please note that EBI prepared this Review using readily-available online resources and visual observations made
during EBI’s site walk at the Subject Property October 2, 2014. In lieu of a jurisdictional determination wetland
survey, species survey, or consultation with applicable regulatory agencies, this Review is designed to provide
baseline information on the Subject Property with respect to potential permitting and consultation requirements,
which may arise with any future proposed land use change.
PROJECT SUMMARY
As of the date of this Review, Verizon Wireless proposes to construct a tower facility on the southeastern portion of
the Subject Property. The tower facility will include a 124-foot monopole tower, equipment shelter, and generator
located within a fenced compound on a 40 foot x 40 foot lease area. Verizon Wireless plans to improve an access
road from Aguas Frias Road to the tower area. Utilities will follow the proposed access road and a proposed utility
easement to an existing utility pole south of the Project Site. Please see the attached site drawings for complete
details.
PROPERTY AND VICINITY DESCRIPTION
The 300.77 acre Subject Property consists primarily of cultivated agricultural land with a two-story residence, a pole
barn outbuilding, a one-story residence, three sheds and a water well pump house. The proposed Project Site
consists of non-native, upland annual grassland, which is mowed regularly.
Property use in the vicinity of the Subject Property is primarily characterized by agricultural and undeveloped land.
FEDERAL LANDS REVIEW
EBI reviewed available online resources to determine if the proposed telecommunications facility is located within
one mile of certain federally-protected land resources. The following table outlines EBI’s review.
FEDERALLY-PROTECTED LAND RESOURCE
Jurisdictional Agency / Resource
Within Boundary /
Within One Mile
YES NO
Wilderness Area [47 CFR §1.1307(a)(1)]
National Wilderness Preservation System (NWPS)
National Park Service (NPS); U.S. Forest Service (USFS); U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS);
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
http://www.wilderness.net/index.cfm?fuse=NWPS
Wildlife Preserve [47 CFR §1.1307(a)(2)]
National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS)
NPS; USFS; USFWS; BLM
http://www.fws.gov/refuges
Wild & Scenic Rivers
NPS; USFS; USFWS; BLM
http://www.rivers.gov
National Scenic Trail
NPS and Managing Systems and Trails Organization (MSTO)
http://www.nps.gov/ncrc/programs/nts/nts_trails.html
Comments: None
Additionally, a review of federal lands mapping (www.nationalatlas.gov) and information provided by the client, the
proposed telecommunications is not located on land currently under the jurisdiction of another federal agency.
PROTECTED SPECIES REVIEW
EBI reviewed online resources maintained by the USFWS (http://fws.gov) to identify any federally-listed threatened
and endangered species that are known to occur within the vicinity of the Site. Based on EBI’s research of online
files maintained by the USFWS, 11 federally-listed threatened and/or endangered species are known to occur within
the vicinity of the Site.
Based on a review of the USFWS online Critical Habitat Portal (http://criticalhabitat.fws.gov), no critical habitats
were identified within 1,000 feet of the Site.
EBI also reviewed online resources maintained by the California Department of Fish and Game
(https://nrmsecure.dfg.ca.gov) to identify any state-listed threatened and endangered species that are known to
occur within USGS 24k Quads: Sonoma (3812234). Based on EBI’s review of these online resources, 5 state
protected species are known to occur within this quad.
Please note however, although federal and state listed threatened and endangered species were identified as being
potentially present within the vicinity of the Project Site, habitats capable of supporting the listed threatened and
endangered species were not observed at the proposed Site location. As such, the proposed installation is
anticipated to have ‘No Effect’ on listed species and per the guidelines set forth in Section 7 of the Endangered
Species Act (http://www.fws.gov/endangered/what-we-do/faq.html) no further consultation with the USFWS is
required.
Additional Considerations
Verizon Wireless should take into consideration potential impacts to migratory bird species protected under the
MBTA and the Endangered Species Act during development and operation of the proposed telecommunications
facility. On September 14, 2000, the USFWS established the Service Interim Guidelines for Recommendations on
Communications Tower Siting, Construction, Operation, and Decommissioning (Interim Guidelines). The USFWS Interim
Guidelines are considered voluntary federal recommendations; however, EBI recommends that Verizon Wireless
review the USFWS Interim Guidelines (http://www.fws.gov/habitatconservation/com_tow_guidelines.pdf) in their
entirety in order to avoid potential adverse impacts to migratory birds.
The proposed tower will consist of a 124-foot self-supported (i.e. no guyed wires) monopole tower. Lighting
requirements and if required will be determined by the FAA. As such, it meets most of the USFWS’s tower design
recommendations and is therefore not anticipated to adversely affect migratory birds.
FLOOD ZONE REVIEW
Based on EBI’s review of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Map website
(www.fema.gov), the proposed Site (Map 06007C, Panel 0950E) is located within an area identified as Zone A, and
therefore is located within a 100-year floodplain. Note the proposed Project will require a Flood Zone EA
to determine any potential negative affects to this area.
WETLANDS REVIEW
EBI reviewed the USFWS National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) map depicting the proposed Site and its immediate
vicinity (see attached). The NWI map depicts freshwater emergent and riverine wetlands within 300-feet to the
north, west and south of the proposed Site. The designated Freshwater Emergent Wetland area corresponds with
associated wetland areas visually identified by EBI on the southwest portion of the Subject Property at the time of
inspection. Although these wetland areas will not be directly impacted by the proposed project EBI recommends this
area be identified on the sediment and erosion control plan as a sensitive area to minimize secondary or indirect
impacts to this resource.
EBI also reviewed the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resource Conservation Service
(NRCS) Web Soil Survey (WSS) for the Site and immediate vicinity. According to EBI’s review, soils at the Site
consist of Lofgren-Blavo, 0 to 1 percent slopes. Lofgren-Blavo is a poorly drained soil that supports a water table
about 0 to 60 inches with a restrictive layer about 40 to 60 inches. This soil is listed as hydric by the NRCS
(http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/soils/use/hydric/).
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS
Based on the results of EBI’s review as summarized herein, the proposed telecommunications facility is anticipated
to have ‘no effect’ on protected species.
Further, the proposed telecommunications facility is (i) not located within the boundaries of (i.e. wildlife preserves,
wilderness areas, etc.); (ii) not anticipated to result in a significant change to surface features (e.g. wetlands fill). As
such, EBI recommends no further review with regard to these natural resources. Although wetland areas will not be
directly impacted by the proposed project EBI recommends the nearby wetland areas be identified on the sediment
and erosion control plan as a sensitive area to minimize secondary or indirect impacts to this resource.
Note the proposed Project will require a Flood Zone EA to determine any potential negative affects
to this area.
EBI is an independent contractor, not an employee of either the property owner or the project proponent, and its
compensation was not based on the findings or recommendations made in this Review or on the closing of any
business transaction.
Sincerely,
Bill Arnerich Emily Kitchen
Biologist Senior Scientist
Attachments: Figures & Drawings
Photographs
Species Review Documentation
Supporting Documentation
Qualifications
FIGURES & DRAWINGS
EBI GIS
Figure 1: Site Location Map
PN: 61148020
Source: Selected data fromESRI, EBI & USGS
Date: 10/8/2014·
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Site Radius^_Project Site at 250', 500', 1000' and ½ mile
270520 AFTON ROAD4409 AGUAS FRIAS ROADDURHAM, CA 95938
EBI GIS
Figure 2 - Topographic Map
PN: 61148020
Source: Selected data from
ESRI, EBI & USGS
Date: 12/11/2014
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PHOTOGRAPHS
1. View from the center of the Project Site, looking north.
2. View from the center of the Project Site, looking east.
3. View from the center of the Project Site, looking south.
4. View from the center of the Project Site, looking west.
5. View of the north side of the Project Site, looking south.
6. View of the east side of the Project Site, looking west.
7. View of the south side of the Project Site, looking north.
8. View of the west side of the Project Site, looking east.
SPECIES REVIEW DOCUMENTATION
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Sacramento Fish & Wildlife Office
Federal Endangered and Threatened Species that Occur in
or may be Affected by Projects in the
WEST OF BIGGS (561A)
U.S.G.S. 7 1/2 Minute Quad
Report Date: December 11, 2014
Listed Species
Invertebrates
Branchinecta lynchi
vernal pool fairy shrimp (T)
Desmocerus californicus dimorphus
valley elderberry longhorn beetle (T)
Lepidurus packardi
vernal pool tadpole shrimp (E)
Fish
Hypomesus transpacificus
delta smelt (T)
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Central Valley steelhead (T) (NMFS)
Critical habitat, Central Valley steelhead (X) (NMFS)
Oncorhynchus tshawytscha
Central Valley spring-run chinook salmon (T) (NMFS)
Critical Habitat, Central Valley spring-run chinook (X) (NMFS)
winter-run chinook salmon, Sacramento River (E) (NMFS)
Amphibians
Ambystoma californiense
California tiger salamander, central population (T)
Rana draytonii
California red-legged frog (T)
Reptiles
Thamnophis gigas
giant garter snake (T)
Birds
Coccyzus americanus occidentalis
Western yellow-billed cuckoo (T)
Key:
(E) Endangered - Listed as being in danger of extinction.
(T) Threatened - Listed as likely to become endangered within the foreseeable
future.
(P) Proposed - Officially proposed in the Federal Register for listing as
endangered or threatened.
(NMFS) Species under the Jurisdiction of the National Oceanic & Atmospheric
Administration Fisheries Service. Consult with them directly about these species.
Critical Habitat - Area essential to the conservation of a species.
(PX) Proposed Critical Habitat - The species is already listed. Critical habitat is
being proposed for it.
(C) Candidate - Candidate to become a proposed species.
(V) Vacated by a court order. Not currently in effect. Being reviewed by the
Service.
(X) Critical Habitat designated for this species
CNDDB Quad Species List 15 records.
Element
Type
Scientific
Name
Common
Name Element Code Federal
Status
State
Status
CDFW
Status
CA
Rare
Plant
Rank
Quad
Code
Quad
Name Data Status Taxonomic
Sort
Animals -Birds Aquila chrysaetos golden eagle ABNKC22010 None None
FP , WL - 3912147
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of
Biggs
Unprocessed
Animals - Birds
- Accipitridae -Aquila
chrysaetos
Animals -Birds Buteo swainsoni Swainson's hawk ABNKC19070 None Threatened - - 3912147
West
of
Biggs
Mapped
Animals - Birds
- Accipitridae -Buteo
swainsoni
Animals -Birds
Coccyzus americanus
occidentalis
western yellow-billed
cuckoo
ABNRB02022 Threatened Endangered - - 3912147
West of
Biggs
Unprocessed
Animals - Birds
- Cuculidae -Coccyzus
americanus
occidentalis
Animals -
Birds
Falco
columbarius merlin ABNKD06030 None None WL - 3912147
West of
Biggs
Mapped
Animals - Birds
- Falconidae -
Falco
columbarius
Animals -
Birds
Grus
canadensis
tabida
greater
sandhill
crane
ABNMK01014 None Threatened FP - 3912147
West
of
Biggs
Mapped
Animals - Birds
-Gruidae -
Grus
canadensis
tabida
Animals -
Fish
Oncorhynchus
mykiss irideus
steelhead -
Central
Valley DPS
AFCHA0209K Threatened None - - 3912147
West
of
Biggs
Mapped
Animals - Fish -Salmonidae -
Oncorhynchus
mykiss irideus
Animals -
Insects
Desmocerus
californicus dimorphus
valley
elderberry
longhorn
beetle
IICOL48011 Threatened None - - 3912147
West
of Biggs
Mapped and
Unprocessed
Animals -Insects -
Cerambycidae
- Desmocerus
californicus
dimorphus
Animals -Mammals Taxidea taxus American badger AMAJF04010 None None SSC - 3912147
West
of
Biggs
Mapped
Animals -
Mammals -Mustelidae -
Taxidea taxus
Animals -
Reptiles
Thamnophis
gigas
giant garter
snake ARADB36150 Threatened Threatened - - 3912147
West of
Biggs
Mapped
Animals -
Reptiles -Natricidae -
Thamnophis
gigas
Community
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Terrestrial
Great Valley Mixed
Riparian
Forest
Great Valley Mixed
Riparian
Forest
CTT61420CA None None - - 3912147
West
of
Biggs
Mapped
Community -Terrestrial -
Great Valley
Mixed Riparian Forest
Community
-Terrestrial
Great Valley
Valley Oak
Riparian Forest
Great Valley
Valley Oak
Riparian Forest
CTT61430CA None None - - 3912147
West
of Biggs Mapped
Community -
Terrestrial -
Great Valley Valley Oak
Riparian Forest
Plants -
Vascular
Centromadia parryi ssp.
rudis
Parry's rough
tarplant PDAST4R0P3 None None - 4.2 3912147
West of
Biggs
Unprocessed
Plants -
Vascular -
Asteraceae -
Centromadia
parryi ssp. rudis
Plants -
Vascular
Astragalus
tener var.
ferrisiae
Ferris' milk-
vetch PDFAB0F8R3 None None - 1B.1 3912147
West
of
Biggs
Mapped
Plants -
Vascular -
Fabaceae -
Astragalus
tener var.
ferrisiae
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Plants -
Vascular
Limnanthes floccosa ssp.
floccosa
woolly
meadowfoam PDLIM02043 None None - 4.2 3912147
West of
Biggs
Unprocessed
Plants -
Vascular -
Limnanthaceae
- Limnanthes
floccosa ssp. floccosa
Plants -
Vascular
Hibiscus
lasiocarpos
var.
occidentalis
woolly rose-
mallow PDMAL0H0R3 None None - 1B.2 3912147
West
of Biggs Mapped
Plants -
Vascular -
Malvaceae -
Hibiscus
lasiocarpos var.
occidentalis
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Verizon Wireless NEPA Program
NEPA Regulatory Compliance (NRC)
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) – California Offices Only
California Department of Fish and Game (CADFG)
Informal Consultation Protocol
March 23, 2012
NEPA Consultation Background
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is required to review proposed projects
that may affect the quality of the human environment pursuant to the National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969. The FCC developed rules for implementing
NEPA which are found in the Code of Federal Regulation at 47 CFR 1.1301-1319.
Verizon Wireless (VZW) must comply with the FCC rules by reviewing proposed projects
for effects to both natural and cultural resources that may be deemed to have a
significant and/or harmful impact.
The FCC has published an Environmental Checklist that defines the level of due diligence
expected when reviewing a proposed project for effects to species protected under the
Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA). The VZW NEPA Program requirements ensure
compliance with the FCC NEPA rules and USFWS Guidelines.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Consultation Requirements
Under the ESA, it is the responsibility of VZW to determine if a proposed project “may
affect” endangered, threatened, or protected species, or their critical habitat. If there is
an impact, VZW must consult with the USFWS and/or defined state agencies for
guidance, potential mitigation or approval on the project.
California Department of Fish and Game (CADFG) Consultation Requirements
Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as posted on the CADFG website
and as recorded in written responses from various agents of CADFG, federal projects are
not subject to CEQA and informal consultation is not required with the CADFG.
Consultation with CADFG is initiated by local lead agencies with jurisdiction over the
project area in local government review. Therefore, informal consultation will no longer
be completed at the State level within the NEPA Program.
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Specific Consultation Requirements for the USFWS
The outline below clarifies how these rules will apply going forward to the USFWS
Informal Consultation Protocol in the State of CA:
Scenarios When Consultation Will Not Be Required
1. No Effect Finding - If no listed or proposed threatened or endangered species or
designated or proposed critical habitats are present in the county or counties
where the proposed project is located, the consultant must –
a. Document the basis for the determination of no listed or proposed
protected species or designated or proposed critical habitats within the
county (or counties) of the proposed project, and
b. Document the determination that the proposed project will have no
effect on protected species along with the qualifications of the
individual(s) making the determination, and
c. Compile the materials (with citations) that formed the basis for the
determination (e.g., maps or lists from relevant USFWS databases).
i. If a letter from USFWS was received indicating that there would
be no effect, a copy of the letter so indicating should become part
of the administrative record for the proposed project.
2. No Effect Finding - If listed or proposed threatened or endangered species or
designated or proposed critical habitats are present in the county or counties
where the proposed project is located and would not be affected, the
consultant must –
a. Document the basis for the determination that there would be “no
effect” on listed or proposed threatened or endangered species or
designated or proposed critical habitats within the county (or counties) of
the proposed project, and
b. Document the qualifications of the individual(s) making the
determination, and
c. Compile the materials (with citations) that formed the basis for the
determination (e.g., maps or lists from relevant USFWS databases).
i. If a letter was received from USFWS indicating that there would
be no effect, a copy of the letter so indicating should become part
of the administrative record for the proposed project.
ii. If the consultant did not receive a letter from USFWS indicating
that there would be no effect, provide a copy of any informal
biological assessment prepared by a qualified biologist supporting
the “no effect” determination. The names and qualifications of
the biologist(s) who prepared the informal biological assessment
along with any USFWS staff who may be familiar with its contents
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should be documented as part of the administrative record for
the proposed project.
Scenarios When Consultation Will Be Required
1. May Effect – Not Likely to Adversely Affect - If listed or proposed threatened or
endangered species or designated or proposed critical habitats are present in
the county or counties where the proposed project is located and the project
“may affect, but is not likely to adversely affect”, the consultant must –
a. Document the basis for the determination of “not likely to adversely
affect” listed or proposed threatened or endangered species or
designated or proposed critical habitats within the county (or counties) of
the proposed project, and
b. Document the qualifications of the individual(s) making the
determination, and
c. Complete informal consultation with the USFWS following the
appropriate NEPA Program procedures through EnSite and based on
Exhibit 1 (as follows).
When to STOP and “Red Flag” the Site in EnSite for HQ NEPA Regulatory Compliance
(NRC) Guidance
1. May Effect – Likely to Adversely Affect – VZW will not allow consultation to
proceed without first working with HQ NRC and the impacted region to
determine potential project changes that may reduce the affect and
subsequent risk/costs/impacts to the business if consultation is initiated with
the “May Effect” finding.
When in doubt regarding application of this protocol, please contact NEPA Program
Management for assistance (Stephanie Gooch). If any regulatory agency inquiries are
received regarding this consultation process, report the contact to HQ NRC
immediately (Robin Haeffner or Sharon Yeager).
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Exhibit 1
*”May Affect” requiring formal consultation requests require approval from NRC. A Red
Flag must be raised in EnSite and NPM and NRC must be engaged.
Species or
Habitat may be
present?
Do Not
Consult
Species or
Habitat may be
affected?
No
No
Conclude “No
Effect”, Develop
Documentation
and Do Not
Consult
Yes
No Yes
Yes
Yes
Species or Habitat
may be adversely
affected?
Incorporate Species
conservation
measures
Consult by submitting rationale for “not
likely to adversely affect” (include
conservation measures if applicable) to
Submit request for formal
consultation*
No
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Afton Road / Ensite
#22002
Dec 11, 2014
This map is for general reference only. The US Fish and Wildlife Service is not
responsible for the accuracy or currentness of the base data shown on this map. All
wetlands related data should be used in accordance with the layer metadata found on
the Wetlands Mapper web site.User Remarks:
QUALIFICATIONS
Bill Arnerich
Biologist
11445 East Via Linda, Suite 2 #472
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
Mobile: 707.322.5769
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE
Mr. Arnerich received his degree in Environmental Studies from Sonoma State University. He
has 12 plus years of experience as a biological consultant with a thorough knowledge of
ecological practices in the state of California. Mr. Arnerich is familiar with the NEPA and
CEQA process as well as the clean water act, federal and state endangered species act,
California Department of Fish and Wildlife Code, Migratory Bird Treaty Act and local
government policies. Furthermore he has experience acquiring permits from a variety of local,
State and Federal agencies, including environmental resource permits, Joint Coastal Permits,
Section 10 permits, Section 401 and 404 permits, and other Nationwide Permits.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Mr. Arnerich has experience with a variety of habitats that occur throughout the state of
California – oak woodland, seasonal wetlands, riparian forest, annual grassland to name a few.
He specializes in biological assessments, wetland delineations, endangered species surveys,
project management, biological monitoring, restoration projects and inter agency consultations.
He also has experience with a variety of wildlife species found to occur in California, such as
California red legged frog, California tiger salamander, San Francisco garter snake, burrowing
owl, desert tortoise, salt marsh harvest mouse, as well as conducting nesting bird surveys. Mr.
Arnerich also has limited experience conducting Phase I environmental assessments.
EDUCATION
Bachelors Degree, Environmental Studies, May, 2004
Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA
Associates Degree, Liberal Studies, May, 1998
Santa Rosa Junior College, Santa Rosa, CA
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
California Native Plant Society
CEQA NEPA Environmental Professionals
Desert Tortoise Conservation and Management
Environmental Consulting Professionals
Society for Conservation Biology
Biological Monitors & Environmental Inspectors – US and Canada
Bill Arnerich
Biologist
11445 East Via Linda, Suite 2 #472
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
Mobile: 707.322.5769
SPECIALIZED TRAINING COURSES
California tiger salamander: Ecology and Survey Techniques, October 2003 (Sonoma
State University)
USACE Wetland Delineation and Management Training Program, June 2004 (Richard
Chinn Environmental Training, Inc.)
Endangered Species Regulation and Protection Seminar, April 2005 (UC Davis
University Extension)
Desert Tortoise Handling Workshop, November 2012
Salt Marsh Harvest Mouse Workshop, November 2012
Emily Kitchen
Scientist 1
3781 Manila Avenue, #3
Oakland, California 94609
Mobile: 510-912-5945
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE
Emily Kitchen is a Scientist I with EBI Consulting. She has five years of experience within the
environmental consulting field. Ms. Kitchen has experience with historical and regulatory
database research, asbestos project monitoring, and asbestos and lead paint inspections.
Working with financial institutions, attorneys and telecommunications companies, Ms. Kitchen
has provided efficient analysis and completion of environmental reports required for property
transactions. Additionally, Ms. Kitchen is an experienced GIS Analyst having worked on a
variety of projects including; soil boring sampling locations, historic features, areas of concern,
parcel boundaries, census data maps, and large scale remediation projects.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
ASTM ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENTS (ESAS): Conducted various Phase I
Environmental Assessments on facilities in New York, Pennsylvania, and California. Included
visual inspections of properties, comprehensive photographic logs, interviews, review of
historical records, and comprehensive written reports. The ESA’s were performed in
accordance with the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard Practices for
Environmental Site Assessment requirements.
LIMITED ASBESTOS/LEAD SURVEYS: Ms. Kitchen is an AHERA certified asbestos inspector.
She has performed inspections on buildings for asbestos containing materials (ACM) and lead
containing paint (LCP), and assessed the condition of suspect ACM, either friable or non-friable,
on interior and exterior portions of a facility and prepared reports of the findings. Sampling
events completed by Ms. Kitchen are done in accordance with the procedures specified in
Federal Regulations for AHERA asbestos sampling techniques and the California Department of
Public Health Lead Sampling Guidelines. Sampling includes collection of bulk samples/chip
samples.
EDUCATION
Binghamton University, State University of New York
Bachelor of Science, Ecosystems Specialization
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
EPA AHERA certified building inspector
EPA certified lead inspector – California department of public health certified (pending)