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18-104656-IADepartment of CommunitX Development 33325 8 Avenue South CITY OF -- Federal Way, WA 98003 Federal Way 253-835-2601 — Fax: 253-89 w�xw- cityoife d eralwav _way.co ca m October 23, 2018 Mr. Ray Vefik, Capital Projects Manager 500 Union Street, Ste. 1000 Seattle, WA 98101 RE: Responses to Environmental Checklists for Potentially Proposed Federal Way Elementary Schools Mr. Vefik; Below are some initial comments from the staff reviewing the environmental checklists for potentially proposed elementary schools that have been provided within the "Notice of Consultation" dated September 27, 2018. The comments come from the individuals responsible for review of particular issues (storm water, traffic, and planning) for each of the schools reviewed. I have included the names of the individuals and their contact numbers in case consultants or school staff have specific questions regarding the comments. Please recognize that these are comments related to the checklist sent out, and not a review of the particular project. Not all reports or documents referenced in the checklist are available for review, and therefore, at this time total project review cannot be completed until the complete application is submitted. Once the proposals are submitted, they will be distributed amongst the staff individuals responsible for specific project review. Many of the comments are for purposes of clarification for your eventual proposal submission, and many issues identified are most likely regulated by the Code and may not have any environmental impact when the Code is met. LAKE GROVE ELEMENTARY DevelopmCttt Services, Kevin Peterson keviii.octersan(a7acityoffederaltvay.com 253-835-2734 No comments at this time. Traffic, Soma Chattopadhyay soina.ehatto adli a a cit offederalwa y.com 253-835-2709 1. The TIA does not reference the correct City's adopted LOS standard. The City's adopted LOS standard is based on the volume to capacity ratio (v/c) and not LOS D as stated in the TIA (page 4). 2. On Page 6, the analysis provides information that Lake Grove Elementary School is currently serving about approximately 550 students. But on Page 36, it says the present 51,238 square -feet school serves approximately 450 students. Please clarify in your site plans when submitted. 3. Please note the City of Federal Way uses gross floor area for the Traffic Impact Fee calculation and the rate for elementary school is for additional new floor area at $2/square foot and not per new PM peak hour trip. Mr. Ray Vefik, Capital Projects Manager Federal Way School District October 23, 2018 4. On Page 9, TENW existing condition analysis (Draft TIA) shows during PM peak hour school has operation issues and backups on SW 308th St at the 3rd Ave SW. A Queueing analysis it needed to address parents drop off/Pick up location during peak periods with additional new traffic. Also, Bus Tuming Diagram at the driveway and adjacent street intersections are required. Please address in your submitted application. 5. On page 26, it is mentioned existing driveways sight distance problems and mitigation is recommended by TENW (Draft TIA). The City requires that the easterly driveway be aligned with 3rd Ave SW or 2nd Ave SW to comply with the City's access management spacing standard. Sight distance analysis is required at relocated driveway. 6. Please provide in your application site plans proposed safe routes to school, identifying potential mitigation measures as the school will be fenced and only one pedestrian entrance will be provided, into the building. Planning ❑ivisioti, Becky Chapin, beckv.clia piiifrr ci[>>c7l'fetle�•alway.corn 253-835-2641 1. Not all reports or documents referenced in the SEPA checklist were available for review on the FWPS website. At this time a project application has not been submitted to the City of Federal Way and a comprehensive review of the proposal has not been completed. 2. Checklist item #A.8. Wetlands and Buffer Analysis is not required for land use review, no known wetlands. 3. Checklist item #A.9. No known application for other proposals affecting the property. Move this content to A.10. 4, Checklist item #A.10. Process III `Project Approval', Concurrency, & Right -of --Way Modification/Waiver (if proposed). 5. Checklist item #A.11. Is removal of underground storage tanks proposed? Need to verify and add to description. 6. Checklist item #B.l .a. Other was selected without further details, explain. 7. Checklist item #B.l .b. Verify percent steepest slope. 8. Checklist item #B.3.a.I I. The site is located within the Hylebos Creek drainage basin. Reference to Lower Green River is incorrect. 9. Checklist item #B.3.c.1. Reference to FWRC should be 19.145.490. 10. Checklist item #B.7.a.2. Underground storage tanks, if included. 11, Checklist item #13.7.a.3. Reference to FWRC should be 19.145.490. Mr. Ray Vefk, Capital Projects Manager Federal Way School District October 23, 2018 12. Checklist item #B.8.e. FWRC includes all area of structures, pavement, and any other impervious surface in calculation of lot coverage. Lot coverage in chart provided should include all impervious surfaces, not just structures. 13. Checklist item #B.8,h. According to City maps, the site may be within a Geologically Hazardous Area (GHA), including, but not limited to, Erosion Hazard Area. The site is located within a Critical Aquifer Recharge Area, 5- and 10- year wellhead capture zone. 14. Checklist item #B.8.k. Temporary facilities for displacement of students is a mitigation measure. 15, Checklist item #B.14.c. This section proposes a total of 78 parking stalls while the chart referenced in B.8.e. indicates 90 proposed parking stalls. Which is the number? MIRROR LAKE ELEMENTARY Deve:lopnreni Services- Cole Elliot, DS Manager, 253-835-2730 1. Checklist item #B. Environmental Elements 3. rater d. Proposed measures — By stating a single specific treatment system for water Quality (sand filter) you are limiting the treatment system to only sand filters. With this level of specificity, this the one and only treatment system the City will consider during design review without an amendment to the SEPA indicating the environmental review of impacts from another system. 2. Checklist item #B. Environmental Elements 14. Transportation d. New improvements to existing roads — This should state that frontage improvements will be required along both 6th Avenue S and S 314th Street. In addition, off -site improvements for pedestrian safety may be required. This statement is intended to inform the agency of which improvements will be required for the project. 3. Checklist item #B. Environmental Elements 14. Transportation h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts — This section does not reference the correct assessed fee for PM peak -hour trip. Traffic — Sarady Long, s5uad .longtiecityoffederalw y.colt1 253-835-2743 1. The TIA must be stamped by a professional engineer licensed in the State of Washington. Final documents shall bear the seal of the responsible Engineer and shall not be in a DRAFT form. 2. The TIA does not reference the correct City's adopted LOS standard. The adopted LOS standard is based on the volume to capacity ratio (v/c) and not LOS D as stated in the TIA. Please revise this section. With the proposal to consolidate pedestrian access to one central location, this proposal would revise the existing school safe walking route. As such, the TIA shall include discussion on the revised school safe walking route (on-site/off-site) and identify potential mitigation measures. In addition, the TIA shall include queuing analysis at the proposed pick up/drop off area, School Zone Flasher Enhancement, and school bus turning radius at driveways and adjacent street intersections. Please note, additional parking may be needed if safe walking route cannot be mitigated. 3 Mr. Ray Vefik, Capital Projects Manager Federal Way School District October 23, 2018 4. Figure 3 in the 'Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) identified various drop off and loading locations outside of the school property. The proposed/revised on -site parking, loading and pick up storage/lane should be designed to accommodate the expected traffic and eliminate/reduce any off site impacts to the surrounding neighborhood. 5. It appears there are conflicts between the recommended improvements in the TIA and the new school layout. For example, the site plan depicted parent drop off and pick up at the same location as the recommended location to widen the existing student loading area to 2 lanes to improve pick up and loading. Also, Figure 4 in the TIA depicted a designated on -street parking or loading area on S 3141h St but the applicant has informed the City that there will not be any on - street parking. Please clarify. 6. The City does not concur with the recommendation to install no parking signs on the west side of S 314`' St. The new school should be designed to minimize traffic impacts on the adjacent neighborhood. Furthermore, any proposals to limit or restrict residential on -street parking will require a neighborhood meeting. 7. The TIA should be revised to analyze the traffic impacts (parking, drop-off/loading area, pedestrian path, etc.) of the proposed school. The project proposal of 62,550 SF as stated in the Notice of Consultation SEPA Environmental Checklist is not consistent with the project description of 60,322 SF in the SEPA checklist. Please verify and make the appropriate changes. 8. Checklist item #14. Transportation (b) -- Revise this section to correctly identify the closest transit stops. The closest transit stops are located at S 3201h St./ 8'h Ave S and S 312"' St./ 6" Ave S. 9. Checklist item # 14. Transportation (d) — The proposal will be required to construct pedestrian path and roadway improvements including right-of-way dedication consistent with FWRC 18.55.010 and FWRC 19.135.030. This section must be revised to include frontage improvements and right-of-way dedication on S 314'h St., 66' Ave S., S 315"' St. and pedestrian path on the south side of the property. In addition, off -site improvements may be required for safe walking route. Please refer to the Pre -application letter from the City. 10. Checklist item #14. Transportation (f) --The trip generation in this section is not consistent with the description of the proposal in Section 11. Section 14(f) specified an increase of approximately 150 students from the current 450 students. However, section 11 in the checklist state the school currently serves approximately 550 scholars. Please clarify and revise the trip generation accordingly. 11. Checklist item #14. Transportation (h) — This section does not reference the correct traffic impact fee assessment. The current 2018 impact fee is $2 per SF and not $2.00 per PM peak -hour trip as stated. Revise this section accordingly. Planning Division — Stacey Welsh, Stace.welsli@,city_o_ffetief-alway.coit3 253-835-2634 1. Not all reports referenced in the checklist were available for review 2. At this time a comprehensive review of the project cannot be made until application is made. 4 Mr. Ray Vefik, Capital Projects Manager Federal Way School District October 23, 2018 3. Checklist item #8: Why is a wetlands and buffer analysis report being prepared? 4. Checklist item #10: Use Process III and Concurrency applications are required. A Forest Practices Application must be completed if more than 5,000 board feet of merchantable timber is harvested from the subject property. 5. Checklist item #12: The address and Section -Township -Range provided are incorrect. 6. Checklist item #1.d: A rendering for Lake Grove Elementary is shown instead of Mirror Lake 7. Checklist item #1.g: Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) lot,coverage requirements do not include only buildings, it is all impervious on a site. 8. Checklist item #3.a.1: The Lower Green River drainage basin is listed here; elsewhere in the checklist it lists the Hylebos Creek drainage basin. 9. Checklist item #3.c.1: Correct citation of FWRC 19.45.490 to FWRC 19.145.490. 10. Checklist item #7.a.3: Correct citation of FWRC 19.45.490 to FWRC 19,145.490 11. Checklist item #8.e: FWRC lot coverage requirements do not include only buildings, it is all impervious on a site. The height restriction for gyms is 55 feet above average building elevation if located 100 feet or more from an adjacent residential zone. 12. Checklist item #8.h: The subject property is within the five-year wellhead capture zone, which is designated as a critical aquifer recharge area under the provisions of the Growth Management Act (Chapter 36.70A RCW). 13. Checklist item #14.c: The response notes there are 60 existing parking spaces, in response #8.e it lists 32 spaces. Which is correct? WILDWOOD ELEMENTARY Development Ser%jc_e_s- Ann Dower- ann.dower@cityoffederalway.com- 253-835-2732 No comments at this time. Traffic - Erik Preston, 253-835-2744 1. Checklist item #14. Transportation (b) —Please note that the closest transit stops are located at S 304th St. between 28th Ave S and Military Rd S. Checklist item #14. Transportation (d) — The proposal identifies S 308th St and cross streets that are not in the Site Vicinity. Please reference S 300th St on the property frontage as a Local Street and the correct Comprehensive Plan cross-section as Type-U with applicable roadway improvements. This section must be revised to include maintenance of and improvements to the pedestrian paths on the south side of the property. In addition, off -site improvements may be required for safe walking route as indicated in the pre -application conference. Mr. Ray Vefik, Capital Projects Manager Federal Way School District October 23, 2018 3. Checklist item #14. Transportation (0 — The trip generation in this section is not consistent with the description of the proposal. Section 14(f) specified an increase of approximately 150 students from the current 550 students. However, this section describes the new school to have a capacity to serve approximately 600 students. Please clarify and revise the trip generation accordingly. The section is also incorrect that there is "no correlative basis to derive estimated changes in vehicle trip generation based on changes in floor area"; this idea is not described by the 1 Oth Edition of the ITE Trip Generation Manual for Land Use 520. Gross floor area will be used to determine changes in trip generation for concurrency and associated traffic impact fees. 4. Checklist item #14. Transportation (h) —This section does not reference the correct traffic impact fee assessment. The current 2018 impact fee is $2 per SF and not $2.00 per PM peak -hour trip as stated. 5. The TIA must be stamped by a professional engineer licensed in the State of Washington. Final documents shall bear the seal of the responsible Engineer and shall not be in a DRAFT form. 6. The TIA does not reference the correct City's adopted LOS standard on page 5. The City's adopted LOS standard is based on the volume to capacity ratio (v/c) and not LOS D as stated in the TIA. Please revise this section. 7. Figure 2 shows a daily traffic volume of 830, but the attached data shows 625. 8. With the proposal to consolidate pedestrian access to one central location, this proposal may require revisions to the existing school safe walking route. As such, the TIA shall include discussion on the revised school safe walking route (on-site/off-site) and identify potential mitigation measures. In addition, the TIA shall include queuing analysis at the proposed pick up/drop off area, and school bus turning radius at driveways and adjacent street intersections. Please note, additional parking may be needed if safe walking route cannot be mitigated. 9. Figure 3 in the Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) identified various drop off and loading locations outside of the school property. The proposed on -site parking, loading and pick up storage/lane should be designed to accommodate the expected traffic and eliminate/reduce any off site impacts to the surrounding neighborhood. 10. The City does not concur with the recommendation to install no parking signs on the north side of S 300th St. The new school should be designed to minimize traffic impacts on the adjacent neighborhood. Furthermore, any proposals to limit or restrict residential on -street parking will require a neighborhood meeting. 11. The City does not concur with the recommendation to install speed bumps (or humps) on S 300th St between 24th Place S and 26th Ave S. The grades of the existing street exceed 8% in these proposed locations or are in front of residential driveways. The City recommends changing the intersection control at each intersection to mini -roundabouts which have lower sight distance requirements, calm traffic, and provide safety benefits. 12. The TIA should be revised to also include the traffic impacts (parking, drop-off/loading area, pedestrian path, etc.) of the proposed school. 0 Mr. Ray Vefik, Capital Projects Manager Federal Way School District October 23, 2018 13. Please note the City of Federal Way uses gross floor area for the Traffic Impact Fee calculation and the rate for Elementary School is $2 per square foot, not per PM peak hour trip. The additional square footage will require traffic impact fees. Planning - Leila Willoughby -Oakes leila.willoil253-835-2649 1. ESA is performing the critical areas report which will still be subject to a third party review by one of our on -calls critical area consultants. We do this to assure no appearance of conflict to the study. 2. Checklist item #9. Environmental determination issuance prior to demolition. Proposal subject to SEPA as <12,000 sf demolished (p. 4) 3. Checklist item #10. Add `Process III- Director's Decision' and `Right of Way Modification Request' to permit list. (p.5) 4. Checklist item #BLa. Please describe "Other" or choose another site description. The site contains erosion hazard areas and 40 % slopes per other sections of checklist. 5. Checklist item #3.a.1. Revise Lower Green River to Hylebos Creek. 6. Checklist item #3.b.g. Lot coverage calculation to include all impervious surfaces in addition to building footprint (includes gravel, parking areas etc.) per FWRC 19.05.130 `M definitions'. 7. Checklist item #8. i. to m. — Provide more clarification on how many students and teachers are going to be displaced while under construction. This section refers to workers and residents (i.e.Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any'). Relocating students is a large task and should be discussed in more depth. 8. Checklist item #8.e. & 14.c. Confirm number of parking spaces proposed or be more general. Parking count varies throughout the checklist. 9. Checklist item #8.e.- Remove table N/A; current zoning classification of site requested not full bulk zoning regulations. 10. Checklist item #81. Revise erosion hazard areas to geologically hazardous areas in case it involves other aspects. Note unclassified stream and wetland within 225 feet of the subject property and whether critical area buffers impact property to be developed. 11. Checklist item #10. a. This is incorrect the zoning table on page 20 of the SEPA checklist states approx. 37-1 and 37-5 ft. for the gymnasium. 12. Checklist item #14. d. Note the Transportation Engineering North West study should be noted as draft at this time and subject to change. Please see Erik Preston, Senior Transportation Engineer's comments. 13. Although outside of regulated wellhead capture zone please provide a source fill statement at the time of building permits as significant fill quantities proposed with the following information, as children will be present on the replacement school site: • Source location of imported fill; • Previous land uses of the source location; and 7 Mr. Ray Vefik, Capital Projects Manager Federal Way School District October 23, 2018 i Whether or not fill to be imported is native, undisturbed soil Again, I wish to emphasize that these comments are meant more for clarification and notation of the City concerns with as you proceed with the projects than they are as related to environmental determination. If there any questions about these projects in the fature, please have the party contact the appropriate persons as designated above. If you have any questions about this letter, please contact me at your convenience. Thank you. Sincerely, G Robert "Doc' Hansen Planning Manager cc. (via email) Kevin Peterson, Development Services Engineer Ann Dower, Development Services Engineer Cole Elliot, Development Services Manager Becky Chapin, Senior Planner Stacey Welsh, Senior Planner Leila Willoughby -Oakes, Associate Planner Sarady Long, Traffic Engineer Erik Preston, Traffic Engineer Soma Chattopadhyay, Traffic Engineer Brian Davis, Community Development Director www.federalwaymirror.com Federal Way Mirror Friday, September 28, 2018 15 LEGAL NOTICES appeal for this type of land use decision. Responsible Official: Michael Bemien Title: Execu- tive Director of Maintenance and Operations Mail- ing Address: Federal Way Public Schools, Educa- tional Service Center, 33330 81h Avenue South, Federal Way WA 98003 Dale of publication in the Federal Way Mirror: Friday, September 28, 2018 Data at publication in the Seattle Bally Journal of Commerce- Monday, October 1, 2016. if 827496 LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Applicalion/Consultalion & Request for Public Comments on SEPA Ravtew for Mirror Lake Elementary School Replacement Project, No. FWPScp1 B-MIR Project Proponent and SEPA Lead Agency. Federal Way Public Schools, Capital Projects and Mainte- nance & Operations Departments Description of Proposal: The purpose of this pro- ject 19 to replace an existing elementary school for Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) as pan of a recent bond measure passed by voters In Novem- ber 2017. Mirror lake Elementary School is locat- ed on the existing 8.34-acre site at 625 South 314th Street, Faderal Way, Washington, 96D03. The existing school was built in 1967 with various additions and modernizations over the years, with the last remodeling completed in 1991. The exist- ing facility occupies the northern portion of the site, extending Best 10 west, and Is comprised of a single -story building Willi classrooms arranged along a double loaded corridor, four portable classrooms are also located onsets. Playffelds oc• cupy the southern portion of the site, The project will include the demolition of the exist- ing IaciTily and consirucllon of a new 2-story ele- mentary school campus to maximize silo area and increase efliclency. Frontage Improvements will be limited to the south side of South 30th Street; proposed Improvements will Include standard ele- ments encompassing a driving lanq parking lane, planter strip and sidewalk In accordance wRh Fed- aral Way requirements. To meet ADA compliance requirements, ADA ramps will be provided at the curbs for both main driveway access points. The new facility will be approximately 62,550 square feet with thirty early learning, primary and Intermediate teaching stations and will include the constructloa of new playfields, paved parking and access drives, pedestrian pathways, landscaping, exterior lighting and other sile improvements out- lined in preliminary plans prepared in support of this application. The project will be phased, with construction of the now school occurring onsile; the existing school will remain in operation while the new school Is completed. Alter completion of the new school, the new school will be demoflshed and remaining Improvements will be completed, Design of the facility promotes a safe and welcom- ing environment, a clearly articulated building and Via organization which is easy to navlgale, Provid- Ing a design of Iile site and indoor areas intended to support use by she community, using durable and easily maintainable maierlals to croale a flexible instructional space capable of evolving to mast future demand. Vehicular and pedestrian ac- cess to the site would primarily originate from ad- jacent rights-ol-way — South 314th Strad, South 315th Street, 61h Avenue South and 7th Avenue South; using access drives provided onsite. The "L" shaped building being dsveloped for Lake Grove and Wildwpod Is modified at Mirror Lake by rolMing the music, cafeteria, and gym volume 90- degrees to Rt the new building on the site while holding if away from The existing school, which is To remain in operation during construction. The north-sdulh lap of The V is oriented along the west property line to serve as a buffer and edge to 6th Ave South. The shape of The building waft well to define and contain the seulh facing play area, The playfleld is proposed to be upgraded to be a synthetic turf held. Project grading activity may result in extensive quantities (CYlcublc yards) a cut and fill; current estimates indicate 22,000 CY cut and 2.800 CY of fill. AT existing fill beneath proposed foundations vrlll need to be removed and replaced with slrucm- ral fill or controlled density fill; extending laterally by a distance equal to the depth of overoxcavatlpm. The amount of cubic yards col and the amount and source of fill will be finalized with construction plans; only approved sources of clean 1111 materials Will be used. Temporary erosion Is a ,possibility as- sociated with construction activity; final permit plans will include a temporary erosion .and sedi- menlary control (TESC) plan; implemented using the best managament practices (BMPs) associated with erosion prevention and control. Water quality treatment is required for pollution generating impervlous surfaces, and the project will be required to comply with Iurisdictlonal Row control requirements. Sail conditions in the site area are not conducive to Inf{ftrallom eftminaling options to use bioretention facilities or permeable pavement to mitigate stormwaler runoff. Since on -site infiltra- tion Is Inicasib€e, The slormwater management strategy for water quality treatment and flew con- trol will encompass the use of large sand Inter sys• tems and detention facilities. The site resides with- in a designated Enhanced Basic Water Duality Treatment area. In order to meet this level of re- quired treatment, three (3) sand filter facilities are proposed for various areas of the site to Treat run- off from target pollution generating impervious surfaces such as the parking Idts, drive alsles, ser- vice areas, and synthelic turf playfleld. The site Is also located within a designated Conservation Flow Control Area. To address this level 01 required flow control, detention facilities are currently proposed for the site, Location: The sits Is located at 625 South 314th Street, Federal Way, Washington, 90003, The King County Tax Parcel Number is 082104-9035 and is located in the SE quarter of Section 04, Township 21 N. Rango 4 E. Acting as the SEPA lead agency, FWPB will issue a final Threshold Determination regarding the propo- sal following the 21-day public comment period. The Mirror Lake proposal includes mitigation measures and Is unlikely 10 have any probable sig- nificant adverse impact on the environment; there- fore, an Envlronmenlal Impact Statement may not be required under RCW 43.21C 03O(2)(c), City of Federal Way staff will perform intake for plan 10 view of the land use and construction permits re- qulred lot the proposal. In making a final Thresh- old Determination, live Responsible 01ficlal will re- view the completed environmental checklist and other envlronmental information on file with FWPS and the City of Federal Way. During the 21-day public comment period, the offi- cial project file Containing the SEPA checklist and related plans and documents Is available for public revlaw during normal business hours at the folfow- Ing locations: • FWPS Website www.lwps,orgtSEPA • FWPS Educational Service Center 33330 81h Ave- nue South, Federal Way, WA 98003, (253) 945.20DO • FWPS Support Service Center 1211 5 332nd Street, Federal Way, WA 98003, (253) 945.5930 (FWPS Record Depository) • Federal Way 320111h Public Library 848 South 320th Street, Federal Way, WA t253) 839•11257 ... Opan:10:00AM; Monday-Salurday Public and Agency Comments: The lead agency Is Esau€ng a Notice of AppkcallonlConsultalion & Re- quest for Public Comments 1 Notice of Proposed Determination of Non-5egnfflcance (DNS) ter a 21-day comment period, October 1, 2018 Through 5:00 PM, October 23. 2018, in accordance With procedures set forth in the FWPS Admlmstrative Pollcies and Procedures. "Stale Environmental Polley Act Compliance 5890.' and the Federal Way Revised Cade. The Threshold Canuminallon will be based on the public record Including comments Irom property owners receiving mailed notice wilb- in 1,000 feel 01 the property, members of the pub - Ile or public agencies or tribe comments received by 5:00 PIN, October 23, 2018 (via US Mail, hand delivery or small) at address below. Please rotor questions to: Ray Velfk, Capital Projects Manager, (253) 945.5930, or rveRkMwps.org. Appeal Procedure; The Issuance of a Threshold De- termination is subject to review under the Wash- inglon Slate Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Should a petitioner Wish to appeal said Determina- tion. the process and liming of the judicial appeal procedure detailed In Revised Code of Washinglon (RCW) 36,010C.040 shall be followed; Immediately within The appeal period provided under statute. Appeal proceedings for review under Ibis chapter will require Illing a land use petition in Superior Court. There is no separate administrative SEPA appeal far this type of land us decision. Responslble Official: Michael Banzien Title: Exaw- live Director of Maintenance and Operations Malting Address: Federal Way Public Schools, Edu- cational Service Center, 33330 81h Avenue South, Fedora] Way WA 98003 Date of publication In the Federal' Way Mlrror: Friday, September 28, 2018 Date of publicaRon In the SuTtte Daily Journal of Commerce: Monday, Oclaber 1, 201 S. 1527501 LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Application/Consultation & Request for Public Comments on SEPA Review for Lake Grove Elementary School Replacamant Project, No. fWPScp18•LGV Project Proponent and SEPA Lead Agency: Federal Way Public Schools, Capital Projects and Malnte• nance & Operations Departments Description of Proposal; The purpose of this pro- ject is to replace art existing elementary school for Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) as pan of a recent bond measure passed by voters In Novem- ber 2017. Lake Grove Elemerilary School is located on the existing 9.43-acre site at 303 SW 3081h Street, Federal Way, Washington, 90023, The ex- isting school was bullt In 1965 with various addl- t€ans and modernizations over The years, with the last remodeling completed in 1955. The existing tacility occupies a slgnificanl portion of the buildable area on the lower portion of the site With playfiefds located an the elevated, upper portion of the site. The existing facility is comprised of a sin- gle -story building wish classrooms arranged along a doultle-loaded corridor; two portable classrooms are also located onslle. The new facility will be approximately 62,600 square feet with thirty early learning, primary and Intermediate teaching stations and will include the construction of new playfields, paved parking and access drives, pedestrian pathways, landscaping. exterior lighting and other she improvements out- lined In preliminary plans prepared In support of this application. Given the limited site access and available area to build a new school. FWPS has de- cided the school wilt be located off lie during con- struction. Design of the facility promotes a sate and welcoming environment, a clearly articulated building and site organization which is easy to navigate, providing a design of The site and Indoor areas Intended to support use by the community, using durable and easily maintainable materials to create a flexible Instructional space capable of evolving to meet future demand. The existing vehicular access points, site circula- tion patterns, and parking lot layouts will be modi- lied and reconfigured for the new school develop- ment. In order to aixommodale these site im- provements, the proposed school hulloing will be set back further south an the site. Vehicular access will be provided by two primary €ngresskgress air cess driveways off of SW 3080h Street. The loca- lions of These two access points have been main- tained from existing conditions. The easternmost access driveway will primarily be used for bus loading and service access, whlla the westemmost access driveway will serve as an entry point for parent pick-upldrop-off. Improved vehicular chcu- lallen patterns designed for proposed on -site. park - rig Include a one-way drive aisle for the parent drop-ofUpick-up zone. Improvements to the park- ing areas include teconfigured circulation paltems and parking stall layouts, with wheel stops, in- creased parking stall accommodations. AOA-ac~ cesslble parking stalls, and a pedestrian walkway from parking areas to the school en francs. Proposed frontage improvements will be restricted to The south side of SW 3G31h Street and Include standard elements consisting of drive lane, parking lane, planter strip and sidewalk. In order to meel ADA compliance requirements, code compliant ADA ramps will be provided at the curbs across from 2nd, and and 41h Avenues. The near side of the street would be widened from existing 8' to 18'. In front of the playfield, the curb line will be close to The existing extruded curb. Construction will either repair or replace existing site improve- ments such as curb, guitar and sidewalk as re- quired by code, and upgrade perimeter landscape to lull camplfanca wtM FWRC coda. Preliminary civil eng€naering plans project 1Z1% of the site w8l be covered by The new schools and a total of approximately 34% of the site covered by impervious surfaces. Project grading activity may result In extensive quantilles (Cylcuble yards) of cut and flll; current estimates endlcate 2.000 CY cut and 19,000 CY of fill. All existing Vil beneath ro- posed foundations will need to be removed and re- placed with structural fill or controlled density fill; exiending laterally by a distance equal to the deplh of overexcevation. The amount of cubic yards cut and the amount and source of fill will be Rnallzed with conslrucRan plans; only approved sources of clean fill materials will be used. Temporary erosion Is a poss€blllty associated with construction activity; final permit plans will Include a temporary eroslan and sedimentary control (TESL) plan; implemented using the best manage- ment pracdcas (BMPs) associated with erosion prevention and control. The site is located within The two- and 10-year wellhead capture zone, which is designated as a critical aquifer recharge area under the provisions of the Growth Management Act (Chapter 36.70A RCW), Per FWRC 19.45.490, FWPS will be ra- qulrad to submit a hazardous materials Inventory with building and construction permitting. In addi- tion, with a proposed landscaped area in excess of 10,000 square feet, FWPS will need to prepare an operations and maintenance manual using best management practices (BMPs), per FWRC 19.145.510. The site is also within the Tacoma Smelter Plume detect area and FWPS is required to obtain sail analysis to detect the presence of hls- torlc arsenic and/or lead contamination. Water quality treatment is required for pollution generating impervious surfaces, and the project Will he required to comply with jurisdictional flow central requirements. Soil conditions in The site area are not conducive to infiltration, eliminating options 10 use blorelenllon fac$zles or permeable pavement To mitigate slormwater runoff. Since an - site infiltration is infeasible, the stormweler man- agement strategy for waler quality Treatment and/or flow control will encompass the use of large sand lifter systems and datenllon lacilites, The site resides within a designated Enhanced Be - sic Water Quality Treatment area. In order to meet this level of raqulred treatment, sand filter facllil€es are proposed for various areas of The site to treat runatl from target poltudon generating impervious surfaces such as the parking lots, drive.sisles, sar- vice areas, and synthetic lurl playfield. The site is also Iocated within a designated Conservation Flow Control Area. To address this level of required Row control, detention facilities are currently proposed for the site. Location: The site Is located at 303 SW 3O81h Street, Federal Way, Washington, 98023. The King County Tax Parcel Number is 072104-9185 and R is located In The BE quarter of Section 04, Town- ship 21 N. Range 4 E. Acting as the SEPA lead agency. FWPS will issue a final Threshold Determination regarding the prapo- sal fallowing the 21-day public comment period. The Lake Grove proposal includes miligation measures and is unllkely to have any probable slg- nif€cant adverse Impact an the environment; there- fore, an Environmental Impact Statement may not be required under RCW 43.21C 030(2)(c). City of Federal Way staff will perform Intake for plan re- view of the land use and construction permits re- quired for the proposal. In making a final Thresh- old Determination, the Responsible 0111ial will re- view the completed emAronmental checklist and other environmental information on file with FWPS and the City of Federal way. During the 21-day public commmnl period, the ottf- clal project lice containing the SEPA checkfla and related plans and documents Is available for public review during normal business hours at The follow- ing locations: • FW PS Webste www.fwps.orglSEPA • FWPS Educational Service Centel 33330 8th Ave- nue South, Federal Way, WA 98003, (253)945.2000 FWPS Support $erveda Center 1211 S 332nd Street, Federal Way, WA 98003, (253) 945-5930 (FWPS Record Depository) • Federal Way 32O1h Public Library 848 Soulh 320th Street, Federal Way, WA (253) 839.0257 ... Open: 10,00 AM, Monday -Saturday Public and Agency Comments: The lead agency is issuing a Notice of ApplicatioliCopsu[tail on & Re - quasi for Publlc Comments / lofts of Proposed Determination of Non-Signiflcance (DNS) for a 21-day comment period, October 1, 2018 through 5:00 PM, October 23, 2018. in. accordance with procedures set forth In The FWPS Admlpislrative Policies and Procedures, "State Environmental Policy Act Compliance 5890," and the Federal Way Revised Code. Ths Threshold Determination will be based on the public record including comments from property owners recelving mailed italics wilh- in 1,000 test of the properly, members of the pub- lic or public agencies or Tribe comments received UN5:00 PM, October 23, 2010 (via US Mail, hand delivery or Omal€) at address below. Please reler questions to: Ray Wilk, Capital Projects Manager. (253) 945-5930, or rvefik4afwps.org. Appeal Procedure: The Issuance of a Threshold Oa - termination IS subject to review under the Wash- rnglon State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). Should a petitioner with to appeal said Determ€na- 11on, the process and timing at the judicial appeal procedure detailed In Revised Code of Washington (RCM 36.070C.040 shall be followed; Immediately Within the appeal period provided under :statute. Appeal proceedings for review under this chapter will require Tiling a land use padtfon In Superior Court. There Is no separate administrative SEPA appeal lot This type of land use degsion. Responsible Official: Michael Benzien Title: Enw- live Director of Maintenance and Operations Mail- ing Address: Federal Way Public Schools, Educe- lional Service Center, 33330 8lh Avenue South, Faderal Way WA 98003 Date of publication in the Federal Way Mirror: Friday, September 28. 2018 Dale of publication In the Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce: Monday, October 1, 2018. d 827499 tiFEDERAL WHY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Each Scholar: A volce. A dream. A BRIGHT future Department of MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS Hello Federal Way Public Schools Families and Members of the Community: Federal Way Public Schools is improving school facilities throughout the district, thanks to voter approval of the phase two bond in November 2017. Mirror Lake Elementary School is one of eight schools to be rebuilt as part of this bond, and our team is currently working hard to design the new school. The next step in the process is to complete an environmental review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The attached Notice of Consultation provides an invitation to participate in this process by reviewing project materials and providing comments on the proposal. The documents will be available beginning Oct. 1, 2018, and the deadline to submit comments is Oct. 23, 2018. After the comment period, all comments will be reviewed, then a formal environmental determination for the project will be issued and made available to the public. To stay informed about the progression of the Mirror Lake Elementary School project and other construction projects in Federal Way Public Schools, visit www.fwos.org/bond or sign up for our e-newsletter by emailing comments@fwps.org. Sincerely, Mike Benzien, Executive Director of Maintenance & Operations Federal Way Public Schools Each Scholar: A voice. A dream. A BRIGHT Future. 1211 South 332"d St, Federal Way, WA 98003 1 www.fwps.org M&O - p.253.945.5930 I f.253.945.59591 TRANS - p.253.945.5960 I f.253.945.5999 Federal Way Public Schools FEDERAL WAY Educational Service Center (ESC) 6 33330 8t' Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 NOTICE OF CONSULTATION SEPA ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Project Name: Mirror Lake Elementary School Replacement Proposal: Demolish existing 54,803 SF building and replace with new 60,322 SF elementary school and related site improvements. Applicant: Federal Way Public Schools, Educational Service Center, 33330 81h Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003 Project Location: 625 S 3141h Street, Federal Way WA 98003 APN: 082104-9035 Date of Complete Application: September 27, 2018 Date Notice of Application: October 1, 2018 Public Comments Due: October 23, 2018 Date Notice of Decision Issued: November 7, 2018 Lead Agency: Federal Way Public Schools Staff Contact: Ray Vefik, Capital Projects Manager (253) 945-5930, rvefik(a.fwps.org S 317th St Wrror Lake Elementary Scho Requested Decision and Other Permits Included with this Application: The issuance of a Threshold Determination pursuant to State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) rules (WAC 197-11); additional use permits and construction permits will be issued by the City of Federal Way, Washington, in conjunction with their review of construction plans and supporting documentation pursuant to the Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC). Environmental Documents: SEPA Environmental Checklist, prepared by Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc. (09/25/18), Geotechnical Engineering Report, prepared by Associated Earth Sciences, Inc. (6/6/2018), Critical Areas Analysis, prepared by Environmental Service Associates (Pending), Transportation Impact Analysis, prepared by Transportation Engineering NorthWest (7/3/2018), Acoustical Analysis, prepared by Stantec Consultants (09/20/18), Regulated Materials Analysis, prepared by PBS Engineering & Environmental Services (Pending), Site Lighting/Photometric Analysis (Pending) and Arborist Report (Pending). Development Regulations Used For Project Mitigation: FWRC Title 14, "Environmental Policy"; Title 16, "Surface Water Management," and Title 19, "Zoning and Development Code." Consistency with Applicable Plans and Regulations: 2016 King County Surface Water Design Manual (KCSWDM), with City of Federal Way Addendum, the Federal Way Public Works Development Standards Manual, Federal Way Community Design Guidelines and Lakehaven Water and Sewer District Development Standards. Public Comment and Appeals: The official project file is available for public review at the FWPS Educational Service Center (see below). Any person may submit written comments for consideration by the hearing examiner no later than October 23, 2018. Only the applicant, persons who submit written comments, and/or persons who specifically request a copy of the original decision may appeal the Final Notice of Decision. Any person may submit written comments and appear before the hearing examiner to give verbal comments, at a public hearing, to be scheduled and advertised at a later date (if required). Availability of File and Environmental Documents: The official project file containing the SEPA checklist and related plans and documents is available for public review during normal business hours at the following locations: FWPS Website, www.fwps.org/SEPA FWPS Educational Service Center, 33330 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003, (253) 945-2000 FWPS Support Service Center,1211 S 332nd Street, Federal Way, WA 98003, (253) 945-5930 (FWPS Record Depository) Federal Way 3201h Public Library, 848 South 320th Street, Federal Way, WA (253) 839-0257 ... Open:10:00 AM, M-SA Published in the Federal Way Mirror. Friday, September 28, 2018 Published in the Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce: Monday, October 1, 2018 S 31:sis -T 171, S 315TH ST: Ali FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS dh I Iror— (C,1cc— 1?— IDy6;,,5oo--I Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 8th Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (SEPA) ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Purpose of Checklist Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal. Instructions for Applicants This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Please answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. You may need to consult with an agency specialist or private consultant for some questions. You may use "not applicable" or "does not apply" only when you can explain why it does not apply and not when the answer is unknown. You may also attach or incorporate by reference additional studies reports. Complete and accurate answers to these questions often avoid delays with the SEPA process as well as later in the decision -making process. The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to do them over a period of time or on different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related to determining if there may be significant adverse impact. Instructions for Lead Agencies Please adjust the format of this template as needed. Additional information may be necessary to evaluate the existing environment, all interrelated aspects of the proposal and an analysis of adverse impacts. The checklist is considered the first but not necessarily the only source of information needed to make an adequate threshold determination. Once a threshold determination is made, the lead agency is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of the checklist and other supporting documents. Use of Checklist for Non -Project Proposals For non -project proposals (such as ordinances, regulations, plans and programs), complete the applicable parts of sections A and B plus the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D). Please completely answer all questions that apply and note that the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be read as "proposal," "proponent," and "affected geographic area," respectively. The lead agency may exclude (for non -projects) questions in Part B - Environmental Elements —that do not contribute meaningfully to the analysis of the proposal. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 1 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist �y FEDERAL WAY ■ PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 81h Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: Federal Way Public Schools Mirror Lake Elementary School Replacement, 625 S 3141h Street, Federal Way, Washington 98003 i Li p a' z: � r S511s,Sf Mrror Lake i 55 Elementary School _ m y.• 5 ,011- V _ 31'_I,,_ reaerot way rr ,l ' Figure 1 SchoaE district F- ,' '�� Project Site Vicinity '"�°°� schod Figure 1- Vicinity Map - Mirror Lake Elementary School Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 2 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2. Name of applicant: Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 8m Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) Support Services Center,1211 South 332nd St, Federal Way, WA 98003 3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person: Applicant: Mike Benzien, Executive Director, Maintenance and Operations Federal Way Public Schools Support Services Center 1211 S 332nd Street, Federal Way WA 98003 (206) 945-5930 (Office) 4. Date checklist prepared: September 25, 2018 5. Agency requesting checklist: Federal Way Public Schools (Lead Agency) City of Federal Way, Washington Contact Person: Robert McNeill, Senior Planner Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc. 18215 72^d Avenue S, Kent, WA 98032 (425) 251-6222 (Office) bmcneill0barghausen.com 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): The complexity of this project dictates a tentative schedule be established which remains subject to change based on the length of entitlement permitting and plan review processes, weather conditions and/or contractor availability. Actual construction is projected to begin no later than late April 2019, with substantial completion scheduled for mid -July 2020. The preliminary start date for vacating the old Mirror Lake facility is scheduled for mid -July 2020, with demolition activity projected to begin in late -July 2020, with a mid - October 2020 completion date targeted — including abatement activity. 7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain. The Applicant has no further plans for future additions, expansion or other similar activity relative to this development proposal aside from what is described in this proposal. 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. The Applicant has commissioned several reports addressing environmental issues: • Geotechnical Engineering Report, Associated Earth Sciences, Inc. (AESI) 6118. • Subsurface Investigation Report, PBS Engineering and Environmental, Inc., (PBS) 9/24 • Wetlands and Buffer Analysis, Environmental Science Associates (ESA), pending, for submittal during permitting/plan review Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 3 of 29 kAHandouts\Environmental Checklist �r FEDERAL WAY ■ PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center tESC) 33330 811' Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 ■ Acoustical Analysis, Stantec, 9/18 • Existing Traffic/Parking Conditions, Transportation Engineering North West (TENW) 7118 • Arborist Report; pending, for submittal during permitting/plan review • Site Lighting/Photometric Analysis; pending, for submittal during permitting/plan review The Applicant is fully committed to developing mitigation measures on any environmental concerns identified by these studies. Figure 2 - Aerial View - Existing Mirror Lake Elementary School 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. The City of Federal Way will be conducting a Process III, Use Approval review process in accordance with review criteria established in the Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC), Section 19.65.100(2). SEPA review is typically processed concurrently with Process III applications. As Lead Agency, FWPS will process this SEPA checklist in advance of permitting with the City of Federal Way. The Lakehaven Water and Sewer District will review the Mirror Lake construction plans as they relate to water and sewer availability, system capacity and infrastructure improvements necessary to adequately serve the new facility. The South King Fire and Rescue District will review plans to assure adequate fire flow and hydrant facilities are available, as well as the installation of sprinkler and alarm systems and assuring adequate fire access is maintained for emergency vehicles. Both of these Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 4 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY ■ PUBLIC SCHOOLS K Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 8t" Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 agencies' approval processes will occur concurrently with the City of Federal Way plan review and construction permitting processes. The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (PSCAA) will require a Notice of Demolition be submitted along with the results of a professional asbestos survey of the existing facility (and proposed mitigation — if necessary). PSCAA will also require a Notice of Construction be filed. South King Fire and Rescue District (SKFRD) will conduct a thorough review of project plans; including, but not limited to, fire prevention measures, the installation of fire alarm and suppression equipment, the location and capacity of both water lines and hydrants (fire flow), and overall site plan design as related to the designation of fire lanes and emergency vehicle access. 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. The list below is a preliminary assessment of permitting likely to be required for this project, pending further review. • Master Land Use Application • NPDES General Permit (DOE) • Demolition Permits (PSCAA) • Demolition Permits (City) • Building and Construction Permits (Federal Way) • Retaining Wall Permits (if required) • MEP - Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Permits • Sign Permits (if required) • Stormwater Covenants • Water 1 Sewer Permits and Developer Extension Agreement (Lakehaven) The following codes will be enforced under the FWRC for this project: • International Building Code (IBC), 2015, as amended by Washington State Amendments WAC 51-50 International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2015, as amended by Washington State Amendments WAC 51-52 • Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), 2015, as amended by Washington State Amendments WAC 51-56 & WAC 51-57 • International Fire Code (IFC), 2015, as amended by Washington State Amendments WAC 51 -54 • International Residential Code, 2015, as amended by Washington State Amendments WAC 51-51 • National Electric Code (NEC), 2017 • Accessibility Code (ICCIANSI Al17.1), 2009 • Washington State Energy Code, 2015 WAC 51-11 Bulletin #050 — October 17. 2016 Page: 5 of 29 kAHandouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 33330 st" Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) Mirror Lake Elementary School is located on the existing 8.33-acre site at 625 South 314th Street in Federal Way, Washington. The entire site is relatively flat or gently sloping to the southwest. The site is served by South 314th Street to the north and 6th Avenue South to the west; the site also has access to the east to 8th Avenue South. The school is mostly surrounded by single family residential development and several churches and a shelter located to the west of the site. Mirror Lake Park is located one block to the east. The school property is zoned residential single family (RS- 7.2), with schools being a permitted use. The existing school building is located on the eastern half of the site, oriented north to south. The automobile drive for parent and visitor traffic at Mirror Lake Elementary School is located off South 314th Street at the north side of the site at a new curb cut aligned with 7th Avenue South. This drop- off loop is developed to accommodate a long on -site queuing area. The bus and service drive is also off South 314th Street utilizing the existing curb cut approximately 250 feet east of 7th Avenue South. The project will include the demolition of the existing school facilities and the construction of a new elementary school campus onsite; it is anticipated the final site plan will include the construction of new playfields, paved parking and access drives, landscaping, pedestrian pathways, exterior lighting and other typical improvements outlined in preliminary plans submitted in support of this application. i ��� •c Qr.' � �J � `1 U e1CLO 4 � � d 1' Figure 3 - Proposed Site Plan - New Mirror Lake Elementary School The existing Mirror Lake Elementary School currently serves approximately 550 scholars from pre- kindergarten through 5th grade. The existing school was originally constructed in 1957 with various Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 6 of 29 k:lHandoutslEnvironmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 V Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253)945-2000 additions and modernizations over the years with the last remodel project occurring in 1987. The existing facility is comprised of a single -story building with classrooms arranged along a double loaded corridor (45,843 SF), along with seven portable classroom buildings (8,960 SF). The project will be phased, with construction occurring on an occupied site; the existing school building will remain in operation while the new school is constructed. After completion of the new school, the existing school will be demolished and remaining improvements will, subsequently, be completed. 12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. The project site is located at 303 SW 30811 Street in Federal Way, Washington, and is illustrated on the included vicinity map. An abbreviated legal description, parcel number and lot size are provided: APN: 082104-9035 Legal: SE'/4 of NW'/4 of SW'/4 E 114 OF NE 114 OF SW'/4, Section 04, Township 21 N, Range 04 E Lot: 8.33 Acres Mirror Lake Elementary Logistics Plan Demo Phase 711 -1h 116 Srwl Figure 4 - Demolition Logistics - Mirror Lake Elementary School Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 7 of 29 kAHandoulMEnvironmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 8"' Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 ril.,VOW � Mirror Lake Elementary Logistics Plan F°sie01l Construction Phase - w•i ate. � I I C Figure 5 - Construction Logistics - Mirror Lake Elementary School The project will include the demolition of the existing school facilities and the construction of a new 60,322 SF elementary school campus onsite serving 600 scholars; it is anticipated the final site plan will include the construction of new playfields, paved parking and access drives, landscaping, pedestrian pathways, exterior lighting and other typical improvements outlined in preliminary plans submitted in support of this application. B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 1. Earth a. General description of the site: [ ] Flat [ ] Rolling [ ] Hilly [ ] Steep Slopes [ ] Mountainous [ X ] Other b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 8 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 33330 srn Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 Topographically, the site is relatively fat, but generally slopes down from northeast to southwest from a high elevation point of approximately 450 feet in the northwest corner of the school property. Within the specific vicinity of the existing school building the topography is relatively flat with minimal, if any, grade difference. c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any agricultural land of long-term commercial significance and whether the proposal results in removing any of these soils. According to soil data obtained from the USDA Web Soil Survey, soils on the site consist primarily of Arents, Alderwood material, 0 to 6 percent slopes (AmB). Furthermore, based on preliminary findings deduced from geotechnical explorations conducted on the site, subsurface soils are comprised of fill soils underlain by Vashon lodgement till and Vashon advance outwash. Generally, these soils are hydrologically classified with very low permeability, and poor infiltration potential. Please refer to our submittal package and the copy of, "Subsurface Exploration, Geologic Hazard and Preliminary Geotechnical Engineering Report," prepared by Associated Earth Sciences, Kirkland, Washington, dated June 2018, for a detailed discussion of these issues. d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there are no surface indications of unstable soils andlor a history of soil instability manifesting itself, either onsite or in the immediate vicinity. 44* """�4 �J •t/e. J � E. Figure 6 - Perspective Rendering (NW Corner) Proposed Mirror Lake Elementary School Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 9 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 33330 8"1 Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253)945-2000 e. Describe the purpose, type, total area, and approximate quantities and total affected area of any filling, excavation, and grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. Preliminary civil engineering plans project grading activity may result in extensive quantities ( CY / cubic yards) of cut and fill; current estimates indicate 22,067 CY cut and 2,635 CY of fill. All existing fill beneath proposed foundations may need to be removed (19,432 SF) and replaced with structural fill or controlled density fill; extending laterally by a distance equal to the depth of overexcavation. Precise amounts of cubic yards cut and the amount and source of fill will be determined later; the Applicant is committed to using approved sources of clean fill materials. f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe Temporary erosion is a possibility associated with construction activity. The Applicant's finalized permit plans will include a temporary erosion and sedimentary control (TESC) plan; implemented using the best management practices (BMPs) associated with erosion prevention and control. The TESC system will be designed in accordance with the City of Federal Way erosion control requirements, in addition to, the 2016 KCSWDM and the Department of Ecology Construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). TESC facilities will include at a minimum: stabilized construction entrance, silt fencing, catch basin inserts, interceptor swales, sediment ponds or tanks, and other miscellaneous sediment control facilities. The existing pavement will likely be used for stabilized construction access and staging until such time as it needs to be removed for construction of the proposed improvements. Temporary sediment settling tanks will be used for sediment control. The construction documents will include requirements for the contractor to manage the construction site in accordance with BMPs. This will include marking the clearing limits; limiting the site area that is exposed and stabilizing exposed areas with mulch or other approved measures; protecting slopes and managing any water from construction dewatering. g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)? Based on the preliminary civil engineering plans prepared for this submittal, approximately twelve percent (12%) will be building coverage by the new Mirror Lake Elementary School, with a total of forty-two percent (42%) of the site covered by impervious surfaces (asphalt paving, driveways, sidewalks, walkways, etc.). With maximum lot coverage for structures established at seventy-five percent (75%) under the FWRC, this project falls well below the maximum threshold. However, these are preliminary estimates and subject to change as a result of permitting/plan review. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if an Specific measures to reduce/control erosion will be detailed on the TESC plan referred to in (f) above; these measures will likely focus on erosion potential associated with construction activity. Once the project is completed, the chances of significant erosion are virtually nil. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 10 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 33330 8th Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 9003 (253) 945-2000 2. Air a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal during construction, operation, and maintenance when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, the project will not produce any significant impacts and/or result in emissions of particulates or noxious odors either during construction or future operations. During construction minimal impacts may be realized as particulates (dust, dirt, etc.) are released into the air on a limited basis. A reliable estimate of quantities cannot be formulated at this time. b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. None; Not Applicable. The only potential source lies in the emissions from vehicular traffic using the adjacent rights -of -way. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: Controlled watering of the ground will reduce particulates emitted during construction; the use of mufflers and spark arresters will help minimize vehicle emissions from construction equipment. 3. Water a. Surface Water 1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year- round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. Three (3) small lakes/ponds are within a mile of the Mirror Lake Elementary School site; Mirror Lake to the west, Fishers Pond to the southwest and Easter Lake to the northeast. The site is located within the Lower Green River drainage basin, which ultimately discharges to the Puget Sound. 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. No; Not Applicable. 3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. Under the Applicant's proposal, no filling or dredging of designated wetlands is associated with this project. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 11 of 29 01-landouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESQ FEDERAL WAY 333308t"Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253)945-2000 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. None; Not Applicable. Under the Applicant's proposal, no surface water withdrawals and/or diversions are associated with this project; surface runoff will be controlled onsite. 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year flood plain? If so, note location on the site plan. The site is located in Zone X; an area with minimal flood hazard. 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. None; Not Applicable. Under the Applicant's proposal, no discharge of waste materials to surface waters is associated with this proposal. b. Ground Water 1) Will groundwater be withdrawn from a well for drinking water or other purposes? If so, give a general description of the well, proposed uses and approximate quantities withdrawn from the well. Will water be discharged to groundwater? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. Under the Applicant's proposal, no groundwater will be withdrawn, nor is any discharge to groundwater resulting from this project. Excavation related to construction may reveal the existence of perched groundwater deposits in the substrate; requiring removal through a dewatering process (often requiring a separate permit). 2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example: domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following chemicals; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve. Under the Applicant's proposal, no discharge of waste materials to ground waters is associated with this construction project. c. Water Runoff (including stormwater) 1) Describe the source of runoff (including stormwater) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe Paved impervious surfaces are the only potential source of stormwater runoff; runoff will be collected through the onsite stormwater system and conveyed to the designated point of discharge. The Mirror Lake site is located within the Hylebos Creek drainage basin, which ultimately discharges to the Puget Sound. Stormwater runoff from the property is conveyed to approximately the midway point of the southern boundary line of the school parcel. Stormwater flow is then conveyed westerly towards 6th Avenue South via a drainage ditch and discharged into the public storm drainage system. Within the public drainage system, stormwater is generally conveyed southerly to Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 12 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 33330 8t" Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 Hylebos Creek eventually discharging to the Puget Sound via Commencement Bay. The proposed stormwater strategy and design will not alter the existing downstream drainage patterns or path from the site. Please refer to the civil engineering plans included with this submittal for more detailed information on collection, conveyance and discharge Per FWRC 19.45.490, FWPS will be required to submit a hazardous materials inventory with building and construction permitting. In addition, with a proposed landscaped area in excess of 10,000 square feet, FWPS will need to prepare an operations and maintenance manual using best management practices (BMPs), per FWRC 19.145.510. The site is also within the Tacoma Smelter Plume detect area and FWPS is required to obtain soil analysis conducted by an independent consultant to detect and quantify the presence of historic arsenic and/or lead contamination. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. Under the Applicant's proposal, the project has been designed to eliminate and/or limit any potential for groundwater contamination. While excessive amounts are highly unlikely, there is a possibility for surface runoff conveying unspent hydrocarbons and/or other surface contaminants from paved surfaces onsite into groundwater. 3) Does the proposal alter or otherwise affect drainage patterns in the vicinity of the site? If so, generally describe. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, drainage patterns for other properties in the vicinity will not be affected by this proposal. The Applicant's preliminary drainage plan demonstrates specific improvements designed to monitor drainage patterns and control runoff. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground and runoff water, and drainage impacts, if any. The stormwater design will be developed in compliance with the 2016 King County Stormwater Design Manual (KCSWDM) as adopted by the City of Federal Way, as well as the City's Addendum to the 2016 KCSWDM dated January 8, 2017. The site is located within the Hylebos Creek drainage basin, which ultimately discharges to the Puget Sound. Stormwater runoff from the property is conveyed to approximately the midway point of the southern boundary line of the school parcel. Stormwater flow is then conveyed westerly towards 6th Avenue South via a drainage ditch and discharged into the public storm drainage system. Within the public drainage system, stormwater is generally conveyed southerly to Hylebos Creek eventually discharging to the Puget Sound via Commencement Bay. Since the existing impervious surface coverage for the site is 41.87%, the project meets the 35% threshold requirement to classify as a "redevelopment." Additionally, water quality treatment is required for all pollution generating impervious surfaces, and the project must also comply with jurisdictional flow control requirements. Soil conditions in the site area are not conducive to infiltration, eliminating options to use bioretention facilities or permeable pavement to mitigate stormwater runoff from the site. With on -site infiltration infeasible, the stormwater management strategy for water quality treatment and flow control will encompass the use of large sand filter systems and detention facilities. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 13 of 29 01-landouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESG) FEDERAL WAY 33330 8t4 Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253 ) 945-2000 The site resides within a City designated Enhanced Basic Water Quality Treatment area. In order to meet this level of required treatment, sand filter facilities may be proposed for various areas of the site to treat runoff from target pollution generating impervious surfaces such as the parking lots, drive aisles, service areas, and synthetic turf playfield. The site is also located within a designated Conservation Flow Control Area. To address this level of required flow control, one detention facility is currently proposed to be located in the southwest corner of the school property near the relocated playfields. Based on current sizing, the proposed stormwater detention pond will be 7,600 square feet at the bottom,13,750 square feet at the top, with a depth of 6 feet and have a volume capacity of 63,000 cubic feet. FWPS will be reviewing options for stormwater water quality and flow control as part of the permitting/plan review process. Please refer to the preliminary drainage plan prepared as part of the design package as a means of identifying the Applicant's proposal to address/control surface water runoff. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 14 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 4. Plants a. Check the types of vegetation found on the site: Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 8"' Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253)945-2000 [ X ] Deciduous tr a en, other [ X ] Evergreen tre frr, ce ar, pine other [ X ] Shrubs [ X ] Grass [ ] Pasture [ ] Crop or grain [ ] Orchards, vineyards or other permanent crops. [ ] Wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, other [ ] Water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other [ ] Other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? Under the Applicant's proposal, and given the nature of the project, a number of trees and shrubs may be removed to accommodate the project design. Specific details on species, size and location of trees and shrubbery slated for removal will be detailed on preliminary demolition and landscape plans - to be finalized at a later date. Where possible, existing trees and shrubs may be incorporated into the proposed plan. r►gure f - vroposea Lanascap►ng rfan - mirror LaKe tiemenrary acnoof c. List threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there are no known threatened or endangered species onsite or in the immediate vicinity. Bulletin #050 —October 17, 2016 Page 15 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational seivice center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 33330 8i" Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253)945-2000 d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any. The Applicant's plans for landscaping onsite will feature trees and shrubs native to the Pacific Northwest — including a mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees and drought -tolerant plants where appropriate. Please refer to the preliminary landscape plans for a schedule of proposed plantings. e. List all noxious weeds and invasive species known to be on or near the site. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there are no noxious weeds and/or invasive species on or near the site. 5. Animals a. List any birds and other animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site. Examples include: [ X K i�als: awks, eagles, heron, other: [ ] Deer, bear, elk, beaver, other: [ ] Fish: Bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other: b. List any threatened and endangered species known to be on or near the site. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there are no threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site on a regular basis. c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. The project site is located within the Pacific Flyway; well -documented as a migratory route for numerous species of birds and waterfowl. d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any: None; Not Applicable. e. List any invasive animal species known to be on or near the site. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there are no invasive animal species known to be on or near the project site. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 16 of 29 kAHandouts\Environmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 6. Energy and Natural Resources Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 Ott' Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar, wind) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, cooling, manufacturing, storage, etc. Under the Applicant's proposal, either or both electric and/or gas energy will serve to meet the project's anticipated needs. b. Would the project affect potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe the degree of impact. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, this project would not interfere with the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties. c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans for this project? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, energy conservation features will be incorporated into the project's design and will be detailed during the permitting phase of the project — including the submittal of required energy worksheets. 7. Environmental Health a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, no projected environmental health hazards are or will be associated with this proposal. The risk of fire is not expected to exceed that associated with other similar educational facilities; in fact current design standards will almost certainly provide a major upgrade over existing levels of protection in terms of fire prevention. 1) Describe any known or possible contamination at the site from present or past uses. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there is no known contamination onsite, nor is there any reason to anticipate contamination exists from present and/or past educational uses. The site is located within the Tacoma Smelter Plume detect area and FWPS is required to obtain soil analysis to detect the presence of historic arsenic and/or lead contamination; FWPS has commissioned the appropriate analysis which will be included with this submittal. In addition, with a proposed landscaped area in excess of 10,000 square feet, FWPS will need to prepare an operations and maintenance manual using best management practices (BMPs), per FWRC 19.145.510. The presence of asbestos within existing structures will be evaluated with an asbestos survey conducted by qualified professionals; required mitigation will be provided in terms of removal from the site. Evidence of the study and findings will be provided to Federal Way as part of Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 17 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 333308t'Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 the demolition permit process and the required Notice of Demolition will be filed with PSCAA, demonstrating compliance with their requirements as well. 2) Describe existing hazardous chemicals/conditions that might affect project development and design. This includes underground hazardous liquid and gas transmission pipelines located within the project area and in the vicinity. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there are no hazardous chemicals or conditions — including transmission pipelines - present onsite or in the immediate vicinity which could affect project development and/or design. 3) Describe any toxic or hazardous chemicals that might be stored, used, or produced during the project's development or construction, or at any time during the operating life of the project. Under the Applicant's proposal, aside from materials used during the educational process, no toxic or hazardous chemicals will be routinely stored, used and/or produced during the project's construction and/or during routine operations as an educational facility. With the site located within the five- and 10-year wellhead capture zone; designated as a critical aquifer recharge area under the provisions of the Growth Management Act (Chapter 36.70A RCW), per FWRC 19.45.490, FWPS will be required to submit a hazardous materials inventory with building and construction permitting. 4) Describe special emergency services that might be required. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, special emergency services will not be required by this project on a regular basis; either during construction or as a matter of routine operation. 5) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: With no environmental health hazards and/or projected impacts identified at this stage of the development process, excluding possible asbestos mitigation, and pending evidence to the contrary, no mitigation measures are required or proposed. b. Noise 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)? Minimal noise impacts may originate from school -related traffic on the adjacent public and/or private rights -of -way; the Applicant does not anticipate any adverse impacts affecting the project. Traffic on public rights -of -way are exempt from FWRC noise regulations. Various occupant -related noises — such as playground noise, building operations noise and safety equipment noise — will remain a factor for neighboring properties, but the Applicant expects volumes and/or frequency to replicate historical patterns. Playground noise during daytime hours is exempt from FWRC noise regulations. Bulletin #050 — October 17. 2016 Page 18 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 33330 8m Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 90003 (253)945-2000 2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site. Short-term increases in noise levels will result from normal construction activity. The Applicant projects decibel levels associated with this activity will range between 57-89 DBA and be limited to those hours where construction activity is permitted under Federal Way code. Construction noise is typically mitigated through the use of noise attenuation devices installed on heavy equipment. On a long-term, regular basis, the only exception to typical right-of-way traffic noise will be related to any concentration of school bus traffic associated with the educational use. 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: With no exceptional long-term impacts identified at this stage of the development process, and pending evidence to the contrary, no mitigation measures are required or proposed. Significant changes are not expected from the new campus beyond what is currently experienced. 8. Land and Shoreline Use a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? Will the proposal affect current land uses on nearby or adjacent properties? If so, describe. The current use of the site as an educational facility over a number of years has ingratiated the use into the character of the adjacent residential neighborhood. After the construction activity is completed, the new facility will continue and embellish upon the traditional role of a neighborhood school and continue the District's participation in the growth of Federal Way as a community. b. Has the project site been used as working farmlands or working forest lands? If so, describe. How much agricultural or forest land of long-term commercial significance will be converted to other uses as a result of the proposal, if any? If resource lands have not been designated, how many acres in farmland or forest land tax status will be converted to nonfarm or non -forest use? The site has not been used as either working farmland or forest lands in recent memory. As such, given the intent to maintain an educational use, the Applicant's proposal will obviously not remove any agricultural or forest land of commercial significance from Federal Way's inventory of land resources. 1) Will the proposal affect or be affected by surrounding working farm or forest land normal business operations, such as oversize equipment access, the application of pesticides, tilling, and harvesting? If so, how: None; Not Applicable. c. Describe any structures on the site. The site is currently occupied by an educational facility of approximately 54,803 SF including related accessory structures and site improvements. The existing conditions plan provided with this submittal will indicate specific locations of structures, facilities and site improvements. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 19 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 8t" Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253)945-2000 Under the Applicant's proposal, all structures currently existing onsite will be demolished; please refer to the attached demolition logistics plan for additional information. e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? The site is currently zoned as IRS 7.2 under the provisions of Federal Way's Zoning Code. iFWRC 19200.G?0; CLASSIFICATION REQUIRED PROPOSED SFTRACKS FRONT (NORTH) 50- 170'-31 SIDE(EASTJ S0r 21Z-2' SIDE (WESTy 50, 51'-51 REAR POW by 30 154-1L MAX BUILD G HEIGHT: 55 FOR GALS 2T-1' VERTICAL DISTANCE FROM AVERAGE BUILD"Go ELEVATION TO MID POINT V FOR ALL OTHER 35'-8' I3E s IA'EEN EAVE & RIDGE OF HIGHEST S R RUCTURES P.3INCIPAL SLOPED ROOF MAX LOT COVERAGE BY 15% MAX 12.7'G STRUCTURES REQUIRED PAR10140 EXISTING PROPOSED 1 PER EMPLOYEE 32 — 90 f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? The site is designated for Single -Family / High Density land use under the provisions of the Federal Way Comprehensive Plan. g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? None; Not Applicable. h. Has any part of the site been classified as a critical area by the city or county? If so, specify. Based on City of Federal Way critical areas mapping, there are no critical areas designated on, or in close proximity to the site. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? There is no residential component associated with this project; when completed, the project is estimated to employ under 100 employees as either administrative staff, teachers and/or related professionals. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 20 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) k4 FEDERAL WAY 33330 8t^ Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? Lacking any residential component, there is no displacement associated with the Applicant's proposal; as part of project design, the District is formulating temporary facilities for the student population. k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: The Applicant is the current owner of the subject property. With no residential component, and thus no displacement, no mitigation is required. I, Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: The very nature of the Applicant's proposal — demolishing an antiquated educational facility in order to construct a new, modern replacement facility on the same site in approximately the same location — is conducive to ensure compatibility with existing and projected land uses under any comprehensive or neighborhood plan. m. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts to agricultural and forest lands of long-term commercial significance, if any: None; Not Applicable, 9. Housing a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. None; Not Applicable. Under the Applicant's proposal, there is no residential component. b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high-, middle-, or low-income housing. None; Not Applicable. Under the Applicant's proposal, there is no residential component. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: With no impacts identified at this stage of the development process, and pending evidence to the contrary, no mitigation measures are required or proposed. 10. Aesthetics a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? The Applicant's current proposal calls for a building height of approximately thirty (30) feet at the structure's highest point. The detailed preliminary architectural plans submitted with this application provide a visual and tabular schedule of building materials proposed for use on this facility. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 21 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Centei (ESC) 33330 V Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253)945-2000 b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? None; Not Applicable. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: The project is subject to an Administrative Design Review conducted by the City of Federal Way as part of their Process III/Project Approval process. Under FWRC Chapter 19.115, the project must present overall design continuity through the use of similar elements throughout the project, such as architectural style and features, materials, colors and textures. Building and site design for all institutional uses are guided by FWRC 19.115.100. With no impacts identified at this stage of the development process, and pending design review and/or evidence to the contrary, no mitigation measures are required or proposed. 1h w 5 314 TH 5,ecw..?rKwg 1vr r� PROP BUILDING -t to 03 W j] z 315TH 1 - xrsJACENT RESIDEN71-A ICNE COMMUNITY DESIGN GUIDELINES DIAGRAM FrR rr.-I 1R.E !'J; ,r- Figure 8 - Community Design Guidelines Diagram - Mirror Lake Elementary School Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 22 of 29 kAHandouts\Environmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 11. Light and Glare Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 8r" Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? The Applicant's proposal is not projected to produce any light or glare resulting in spillover onto adjacent properties as currently designed. Exterior lighting fixtures would be required for public safety and onsite security for students, employees and visitors. The Applicant will be providing a site lighting plan/photometric analysis during the building permit process which will document the potential effect of the project's use of focused, shielded exterior lighting fixtures to eliminate glare and/or spillover. b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, as designed, spillover or glare will not result from this project; therefore not creating a safety hazard and/or interfering with any views. c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal? The only sources likely to be inflicted on the site would come from vehicle headlights on adjacent rights -of -way; an occurrence which could be at least partially addressed through onsite perimeter landscaping. d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: With no impacts identified at this stage of the development process, and pending evidence to the contrary, no mitigation measures are required or proposed —aside from the Applicant's commitment to a site lighting plan/photometric analysis and the use of shielded fixtures, as discussed above 12. Recreation a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there are no designated or informal recreational opportunities in the immediate vicinity — aside from playgrounds associated with the existing educational facility. b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. None; Not Applicable. The Applicant's proposal for a replacement educational facility will eventually include playgrounds and/or exterior recreational facilities to replace those facilities which will be demolished to facilitate the new construction. c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: With no long-term impacts on recreational opportunities identified at this stage of the project, and pending evidence to the contrary, no mitigation measures are required or proposed. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 23 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 13. Historic and Cultural Preservation Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 P Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253)945-2000 a. Are there any buildings, structures, or sites, located on or near the site that are over 45 years old listed in or eligible for listing in national, state, or local preservation registers ? If so, specifically describe. The existing Mirror Lake Elementary School building was built in 1965; over fifty-three (53) years ago. However, to the best of the Applicant's knowledge, none of the buildings, structures and/or sites located onsite and/or in the immediate vicinity have been catalogued or are considered to be architectural, cultural or historic resources. As part of an ongoing commitment to the community, FWPS recognizes the importance of cultural preservation and the District's role in dedicating and preserving space for community use b. Are there any landmarks, features, or other evidence of Indian or historic use or occupation? This may include human burials or old cemeteries. Are there any material evidence, artifacts, or areas of cultural importance on or near the site? Please list any professional studies conducted at the site to identify such resources. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, there are no landmarks, features and/or other evidence of Native American or historic use or occupation onsite or in the immediate vicinity. No material evidence, artifacts or areas of cultural importance have been identified. Given the lack of known resources or demonstrated potential for discovery, the Applicant has not retained a professional assessment of the site. If any unanticipated discoveries are made during construction, the Applicant will halt construction and consult trained professionals regarding the identification of such materials and consult with them on methodology and protocols to proceed with construction. c. Describe the methods used to assess the potential impacts to cultural and historic resources on or near the project site. Examples include consultation with tribes and the department of archeology and historic preservation, archaeological surveys, historic maps, GIS data, etc. To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, given the lack of evidence regarding known cultural and/or historic resources onsite or in the immediate vicinity, and the limited potential for future discoveries, additional research was deemed unnecessary d. Proposed measures to avoid, minimize, or compensate for loss, changes to, and disturbance to resources. Please include plans for the above and any permits that may be required. With no identified cultural or historic resources having been identified, aside from a commitment involving unanticipated discoveries and having protocols in place should any be uncovered, no additional measures have been implemented, nor are any proposed. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 24 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 14. Transportation Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) 33330 8tn Avenue South Federal Way WA 98003 (253)945-2000 a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site or affected geographic area and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. Vehicular and pedestrian access to the site would primarily originate from adjacent rights -of -way — South 3141h Street, South 315th Street, 6th Avenue South and 7th Avenue South; using access drives provided onsite. 8th Avenue South is a two-lane north -south principal collector. South 315th Street is a two-lane local street. Additional east -west roadways in the vicinity include South 3121h Street, South 316th Place and SW 317th Street, and further south, South 320th Street; however none of these streets provide direct access to the Mirror Lake site. North -south roadways in the area include 41h Avenue South and 81h Avenue South. b. Is the site or affected geographic area currently served by public transit? If so, generally describe. If not, what is the approximate distance to the nearest transit stop? To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, the site is not directly accessible to public transit users. The closest public transit stops are located on SW 3081h Street approximately % mile from the site. c. How many additional parking spaces would the completed project or non -project proposal have? How many would the project or proposal eliminate? The Mirror Lake campus currently provides sixty (60) parking spaces; the Applicant's proposal is to increase parking by adding thirty (30) spaces, for a total of ninety (90) spaces. The new buildings will be located to serve as a buffer between the vehicular access to the sites and the play areas. The automobile drive for parent and visitor traffic at Mirror Lake Elementary School is located off South 314th Street at the north side of the site at a new curb cut aligned with 7th Avenue South. This drop-off loop is developed to accommodate a long on -site queuing area. The bus and service drive is also off South 314th Street utilizing the existing curb cut approximately 250 feet east of 7th Avenue South. The "L" shaped building being developed for Lake Grove and Wildwood is modified at Mirror Lake by rotating the music, cafeteria, and gym volume 90-degrees to fit the new building on the site while holding it away from the existing school, which is to remain in operation during construction. The north -south leg of the "L" is oriented along the west property line to serve as a buffer and edge to 6th Ave South. The shape of the building works well to define and contain the south facing play area. The playfield is proposed to be upgraded to be a synthetic turf field. Will the proposal require any new or improvements to existing roads, streets, pedestrian, bicycle or state transportation facilities, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). To the best of the Applicant's knowledge, and pending further permitting/plan review, no added streets or public right-of-way will be required. The redesigned site layout modifies and reconfigures existing vehicular access points, site circulation patterns, parking lot layouts, and fire and service access routes. Vehicular access will be provided by two primary ingress/egress access driveways off of S 314th Street. Each driveway provides dedicated access to the two main parking areas on the site. The easternmost driveway serves as the access point for bus loading, and the westernmost access driveway is for parent drop-off/pick-up. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 25 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educdtional Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 33330 8m Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 Service access extends off of the easterly parking area's bus loop, and fire access to the south side of the school building is provided from the east via a dedicated driveway off of S 315th Street. New circulation patterns for vehicular traffic include a one-way drive aisle for the parent drop- off/pick-up zone. Currently, the vehicular circulation pattern for the bus loading parking area is undefined and will be determined further in the design process. The new site will include two primary parking areas adjacent to the direct north and northeast of the school building, and an additional secondary parking area located directly adjacent to the east of the building. The easternmost main parking lot will include straight parking stalls to accommodate 34 vehicles, while the westernmost parking lot will provide 27 angled parking stalls, two of which will be ADA accessible. The secondary parking area, primarily intended for service and additional staff parking, will consist of 28 straight parking stalls including two ADA accessible parking spots. All proposed on -site parking stalls are designed with wheel stops. Proposed frontage improvements for the south side of S 314th Street include jurisdictional standard elements encompassing a driving lane, parking lane, planter strip, and sidewalk. In order to meet ADA compliance requirements, ADA ramps will be provided at the curbs for both main access driveway points. Construction will either repair or replace existing site improvements such as curb, gutter and sidewalk as required by code, and upgrade perimeter landscape to full compliance with code. e. Will the project or proposal use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. No; Not Applicable. f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project or proposal? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur and what percentage of the volume would be trucks (such as commercial and non -passenger vehicles). What data or transportation models were used to make these estimates? Under the Applicant's proposal, the TENW study provides an inventory of existing roadway conditions, traffic study intersections, existing daily and peak hour traffic volumes and intersection levels of service. Given the structured schedule — arrivals (AM Peak) and dismissals (PM Peak) - associated with educational activity, the Applicant feels existing traffic patterns and volumes will generally remain consistent with data associated with the existing facility. Changes in enrollment for the new facility, along with related staff increases, may affect traffic/trip-related data in the future. A complete transportation impact analysis of the proposed Mirror Lake facility will be prepared in conjunction with Federal Way's Process III/Project Approval review. For an enhanced understanding of current LOS conditions, please refer to the data in the AM/PM Intersection Levels of Service tables below. The existing gross floor area built at the Mirror Lake Elementary School comprises approximately 54,803 square -feet (including the main building and portable structures) and serves approximately 450 students. The proposed gross floor area of the new school is approximately 60,322 square -feet with a student capacity to serve up to 600 students. Per published trip generation rates within the Trip Generation Manual, 10th Edition, 2017, Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), for Land Use Code 520 - Elementary School, there is no Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 26 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 33330 P Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 correlative basis to derive estimated changes in vehicle trip generation based on changes in floor area, but better evidence of correlation on daily trips and significantly higher number of studies based on student population. Based on TENW's extensive experience in reviewing K-12, private schools, and numerous community colleges throughout the Pacific Northwest, the best correlative predictor of increase traffic demand is student enrollment at school institutions. As such, based on the net increase of approximately 150 students, the net increase in vehicle trips on a daily basis is estimated at 283 daily trips, with approximately 100 new trips generated during peak arrival periods, 50 new trips generated during peak dismissal periods, and 26 new vehicle trips during the p.m. peak hour of adjacent street traffic (i.e., the worse -case scenario). The Traffic Impact Analysis will review peak arrival/dismissal periods at existing/proposed site driveways during peak arrival/dismissal periods and other vicinity study intersections that serve the school vicinity during the p.m. peak periods of adjacent street traffic considering this increased trip generation in addition to existing site trip generation. Table 2 2018 Existing AM Peak Intersection Levels of Service Study lotmseclion LOS Delay (sec) vIC Rollo Unsionafized Intersections # I - S 31 All, 5t / North driveway WB Left A 5.8 0,10 42-S31A'I,St/81'AveS EB I B 10.5 0.09 WB B 13.4 0.07 NB Left A 4.1 0.08 03. 81r Ave S / S 301411' St ( South Dr EB B 13.8 0.23 WB B 14-6 0.05 NB Leff I A 0.2 0.00 56 Left A 0.4 0.00 $DU(C?; "Mlphvv[1y CoraCtUry hl,Dr}u:7"- 5�",rEc.'i� �@pqn 2l:? rrQ+l5f7Ski.:fkpr. PeSeorCh EiC>Vrd t!)t G Table 3 2018 Existing PM Peak Intersection levels of Service S tu dy IntersecIion LOS Delay sec VIC Rolio I Ir15lOr1QIIECI Ir1I ersC C IiU Rs 41 - S 3141` St I North Driveway WB Left A 3.7 0.04 ., ,;l 41'' St / 8"' A.ve S BB B 10.4 0.09 VdB B 12.4 0.05 NB Left A. 2.8 0.05 #3 - 81h Ave S / S 30101 St / 5oufh Dr EB B 15,0 0.18 WB C 16.1 0.04 NB Leff A 0.1 0.00 SB Left A 0.2 0.00 5oursn: "� ;,wav C �U.rly 7u,anVUl". Sow :'�� ze rorr 209 Tr•1�, : lalion RrsaDrcFBDarj, Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 27 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAIT 33330 8ft' Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 g. Will the proposal interfere with, affect or be affected by the movement of agricultural and forest products on roads or streets in the area? If so, generally describe. No; Not Applicable. h. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: With no impacts identified at this stage of the development process, and pending evidence to the contrary, aside from required frontage improvements, no mitigation measures are required or proposed. Should increases in student enrollment related to expanded capacity be realized, traffic impact fees may be assessed for each new PM peak -hour trip ($2.00) generated in accordance with current Federal Way code. However the Applicant cautions that as an educational facility with variable enrollment and staffing, traditional trip generation models may not accurately reflect the actual impacts associated with the new elementary school. 15. Public Services a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire protection, police protection, public transit, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe. Given the nature of the Applicant's proposal — replacing an outdated educational facility with a modern, updated facility — the Applicant does not project any increase in the demand for public services — either during demolition, construction or future operations. b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any. With no impacts identified at this stage of the development process, and pending evidence to the contrary, no mitigation measures are required or proposed. 16. Utilities a. Circle utilities electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer)septic system, All required utilities are currently available at the site; including, but not limited to, electricity, natural gas, water and sewer service, refuse and recycling service, telephone, cable television and other communication services. Lakehaven Water and Sewer District will be providing Certificates of Availability for both water and sewer later in the review/permitting process. Negotiations regarding the extent of specific system improvements needed to provide adequate capacity are ongoing and will be concluded via a Developer Extension Agreement executed between FWPS and Lakehaven. Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 28 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist Federal Way Public Schools Educational Service Center (ESC) FEDERAL WAY 33330 8e' Avenue South PUBLIC SCHOOLS Federal Way WA 98003 (253) 945-2000 The site is currently receiving sewer service from a single connection point (SSCP 1524) along the west property line. The onsite portion of proposed sewer improvements may see new lines extending through the site; connecting to the new school building. Preliminary analysis on the adequacy of existing water lines/service indicate three current points of service connections exist; one for domestic water, a second for irrigation purposes and a third for fire protection services. To meet the fire flow required by South King Fire and Rescue (2,750 GPM) it appears the existing connections to the 8-inch system onsite, at the north, south and west sides of the property. An additional onsite loop may be required onsite as well. Pending further permitting/plan review analysis and the installation of proposed improvements onsite to facilitate new connections and to remove existing infrastructure, capacity of all public and franchise utilities is presumed to be adequate. b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might be needed. Please refer to the civil engineering plans provided with this submittal — particularly the cover sheet where utilities and contacts are typically itemized, and the preliminary utility plans (water, sewer and stormwater) for specific details on proposed utility connections and the extent of necessary public improvements. C. SIGNATURE The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision. Signature: Name of Signee: Robert McNeill Position and Agency/Organization: Senior Planner, Barghausen Consulting Engineers, Inc. Date Submitted: September 25, 2018 Bulletin #050 — October 17, 2016 Page 29 of 29 k:\Handouts\Environmental Checklist