DOCUMENT NO. EIR-RP-003-08 MACARTHUR PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

Council District 1 - Metro Region

Project Address:

2230 W. 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90057

Project Description:

The proposed project consists of a series of improvement projects at MacArthur Park to help upgrade the deteriorating park facilities and provide for new and expanded recreational opportunities at the park.  The planned improvements would include: a new  children’s playground; installation of a new synthetic field for active recreation use; installation of new lighting in poorly lighted areas of the park, and replacement of existing security lighting fixtures; demolition and replacement of the boat house with a modern concessions building on the lake; completion of renovations to the historic Signal Building Community Center including the public restrooms; renovation of all park walkways and widening of the sidewalks at the perimeter of the park; renovation of various artwork throughout the park; and, installation of a new monument in honor of Monsignor Oscar Romero.

DOCUMENT NO. EIR-RP-003-08 MACARTHUR PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Document File Type
DOCUMENT COVER & Title Page: Environmental Impact Report MacArthur Park Improvements Project - Draft PDF (167 KB)
Table of Contents PDF (23 KB)
Section 1: Introduction PDF (57 KB)
Section 2: Executive Summary PDF (77 KB)
Section 3: Project Description PDF (25,465 KB)
Section 4: Environmental Impact Analysis
  4.1 - Aesthetics, Light, and Glare
  4.2 - Air Quality
  4.3 - Biological Resources
  4.4 - Cultural Resources
  4.5 - Geology and Soil Resources
  4.6 - Hazards and Hazardous Materials
  4.7 - Hydrology and Water Quality
  4.8 - Noise
  4.9 - Public Services
  4.10 - Transportation and Circulation
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Section 5: Alternatives to the Proposed Project PDF (51 KB)
Section 6: Other CEQA Considerations PDF (102 KB)
Section 7: Effects Found Not To Be Significant PDF (25 KB)
Section 8: Summary of Mitigation Measures PDF (49 KB)
Section 9: Persons and Organizations Consulted PDF (10 KB)
Section 10: References PDF (16 KB)
Appendix A: Notice of Preparation and Comment Letters PDF (7,596 KB)
Appendix B: Air Quality
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Appendix C: Hazardous Materials PDF (3,003 KB)
Appendix D: Historical Resources PDF (19,463 KB)
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REVIEW LOCATIONS:

A Draft Negative Declaration has been prepared for the project and will be circulated for a 45-day review period, beginning on February 28, 2008 and ending on April 14, 2008. Copies of the document are available for review at:

Felipe de Neve Branch Library, 2820 W. 6th. Street, Los Angeles, CA 90057

Pico Union Branch Library, 1030 S. Alvarado Street, Los Angeles, CA 90006

MacArthur Park Community Center, 2230 West 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017

Department of Recreation and Parks 1200 W. 7th Street, Suite 700, Los Angeles 90017

All comments must be submitted in writing no later than 3:00 PM on April 14, 2008, by mailing to: Paul Davis, Environmental Specialist, City of Los Angeles, Department of Recreation and Parks, 1200 W. 7th Street, Suite 700, Los Angeles 90017.  Facsimiles at (213) 928-9180 will also be accepted up to the comment deadline (please mail the original). For further information, contact Paul Davis at (213) 928-9137.