New Wells and Monitoring PSP 26-043
Summary
SCH Number
2026071235
Public Agency
City of Palm Springs
Document Title
New Wells and Monitoring PSP 26-043
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/30/2026
Document Description
The project consists of drilling and installing five (5) additional groundwater monitoring wells to support the investigation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in accordance with the Supplemental Site Investigation Work Plan approved by the California Colorado River Basin Regional Water Quality Control Board. The project also includes the collection and laboratory analysis of soil and groundwater samples to evaluate the nature and extent of PFAS impacts. The project is generally located in the northwestern portion of Palm Springs International Airport property, adjacent to East Alejo Road.
Contact Information
Name
Nikki Gomez
Agency Name
City of Palm Springs - Palm Springs International Airport
Job Title
Aviation Planner
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Palm Springs
Counties
Riverside
Regions
Citywide, Southern California
Cross Streets
Kirk Douglas Way
Zip
92262
Total Acres
905.6
Airports
Palm Springs International Airpo
Other Location Info
Palm Springs International Airport., 3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Suite 1 Palm Springs, CA 92262
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15303 Class 3
Reasons for Exemption
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the project is exempt from environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures). The project consists of drilling and installing five (5) groundwater monitoring wells to support the investigation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The monitoring wells are small subsurface structures that involve minimal ground disturbance and will be used solely for environmental monitoring and data collection. The project will not result in a significant expansion of existing use or create substantial operational impacts.
County Clerk
Riverside
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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