Atkinson Lane Integrated Flood Management and Watershed Restoration Project - Phase I - Native Habitat Restoration
Summary
SCH Number
2026051220
Public Agency
City of Watsonville
Document Title
Atkinson Lane Integrated Flood Management and Watershed Restoration Project - Phase I - Native Habitat Restoration
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
5/29/2026
Document Description
The proposed project includes implementation of approximately 4.0 acres of native habitat restoration around the wetland complex located at 78 Atkinson Lane. Work will involve removal of non-native invasive species, including removal and treatment of approximately 2.0 acres of Himalayan blackberry infestation, planting native plants, and installation of erosion control. Restoration treatment areas for Phase I are outlined in Attachment A. Work will be carried out principally with hand labor. Existing native trees and shrubs will be preserved and protected in place. Protective measures including worker training, surveys prior to work commencement, and daily monitoring will be implemented to ensure that the habitat restoration activities will not result in adverse impacts on any native wildlife species or their habitats.
Contact Information
Name
Matt Orbach
Agency Name
City of Watsonville
Job Title
CDD Director
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Watsonville
Counties
Santa Cruz
Regions
Citywide
Cross Streets
Atkinson Lane and Freedom Boulevard
Zip
95076
Parcel #
019-226-42, 048-211-25, 019-236-01, 048-221-09
Other Location Info
78 Atkinson Lane
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15333. Class 33
Reasons for Exemption
The project is less than five acres in size and involves native habitat restoration and enhancement activities that will improve habitat for native plants and wildlife. The project will not result in adverse effects on any endangered, rare, or threatened species or their habitat. No hazardous materials will be used or released, and the project will not cause significant cumulative impacts. None of the conditions described in §15300.2 apply.
County Clerk
Santa Cruz
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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