CoastSnap 2025
Summary
SCH Number
2025110763
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
CoastSnap 2025
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
11/19/2025
Document Description
Project consists of installing one (1) citizen-science coastal monitoring station at New Brighton State Beach and one (1) at Pescadero State Beach for the purpose of providing opportunities for coastal monitoring and public engagement. Work will:
• Excavate up to 4 cubic-feet for two (2) post holes;
• Install a 4x4-in. post into each hole and backfill with excavated soil to secure;
• Attach directional and interpretive signage to each post; and
• Attach a smartphone camera cradle to the top of each post.
Contact Information
Name
Linda Hitchcock
Agency Name
Department of Parks and Recreation
Job Title
Senior Park and Recreation Specialist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Unincorporated Areas
Counties
San Mateo, Santa Cruz
Regions
Unincorporated
State Highways
1
Other Location Info
New Brighton State Beach and Pescadero State Beach
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301, 15303 & 15304
Reasons for Exemption
Project consists of the operation, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond current levels; construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities, included as “Construction or installation of park facilities, such as interpretive signing or panels” in the Department of Parks and Recreation’s list of exempt activities in accordance with CCR §15300.4; and minor public or private alterations in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation which do not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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