Burrel Elementary NOE-Updated
2 Documents in Project
Summary
SCH Number
2023110082
Public Agency
City of Fresno
Document Title
Burrel Elementary NOE-Updated
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/9/2026
Document Description
The proposed Project is for the replacement and improvements of an existing elementary school water system in Riverdale, a disadvantaged community in Fresno County. The existing piping has corroded due to excessive chlorination (samples that were collected found six times the Maximum Contaminant Level for chlorine in the water), which has led to the lead from the distribution piping to dissolve into the water system. The system also lacks a secondary water supply and backup power source. Currently, approximately 175 students and staff are served by this system. The Project will replace approximately 1,310 linear feet (LF) of three-inch diameter PVC pipe below grade; approximately 15 LF of two-inch diameter galvanized steel water distribution pipe above grade; approximately 10 LF of three-inch galvanized steel water distribution pipe above grade; various appurtenances at the existing well site and valves within valve boxes; one existing 75-psi, 900-gallon hydropneumatic bladder tank, a backup generator, well site/chlorination equipment shade cover, and a secondary water supply well on school property.
Contact Information
Name
Victor M. Villar
Agency Name
Burrel Union Elementary School District
Job Title
Superintendent
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Name
Jorge Aguilera
Agency Name
Self-Help Enterprises
Job Title
Community Development Specialist
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Phone
Location
Counties
Fresno
Regions
Northern California
Cross Streets
S Jameson Ave and W Elkhorn Ave
Zip
93656
Schools
Burrel Elementary School
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 3, Section 15302, Replacement or Reconstruction; Section 15303, Construction of Small Structures
Reasons for Exemption
The Project is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Class 2, as the Project will consist of the replacement of the existing piping and water system infrastructure at the same site and with the same purpose and capacity as the system that will be replaced. The Project is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Class 3, as the Project will construct a secondary water supply well on the school site.
County Clerk
Fresno
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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