Alternatives Considered. (3) Justification for the proposed solution.
Alternatives Considered. This document provides descriptions of the statutory provisions that are addressed and identifies policies for implementing these provisions. Due to the prescriptive nature of the statutory provisions, no alternatives were considered.
Alternatives Considered. Rehabilitation or Replacement of the existing bridge structure in place: Any localized remediation to the existing bridge foundations would only be a temporary fix due to the effects of river scour, expending maintenance funding and pushing back the inevitable need for long term replacement. It is not practical to attempt to replace the bridge foundations while the bridge remains in operational service. Closure of the bridge to perform construction work would require a suspension in railroad operations throughout this portion of the Orange Subdivision for a period of two years, severely impacting both passenger and freight services. Next Steps Upon Board Authorization, this Cooperative Agreement will be executed by both parties. Prepared by: Xxxx Xxxxxxx, Acting Assistant Director, Construction Approved by: Xxxxxx Xxxxxxxx, Chief, Program Delivery Attachment(s) Attachment A - C-0-2540 Agreement - Final
Alternatives Considered. There is no alternative to the proposal to execute the C&M Agreement with Caltrans. Caltrans proposes to widen SR-55 to improve capacity and traffic flow throughout the location and so the Authority needs to provide railroad protection support services to ensure continued safe operation throughout the construction period. The Cooperative Agreement with OCTA provides up-front funding to the Authority to ensure that the Authority does not draw down on its own operational funds before being compensated for the services by Caltrans. The alternative would be for the Authority not to execute the Agreement and to use operating funds prior to Caltrans reimbursement.
Alternatives Considered. The PMC and industry members discussed different alternatives to this action at the PMC’s April 3, 2003, meeting. The PMC discussed the possibility of amending the marketing order provisions relating to reserve and producer diversion programs but decided to eliminate the prune reserve and producer diversion provisions from the order and administrative rules and regulations in a more timely fashion. During the suspension, the industry will have the opportunity to consider possible order amendments to the volume control provisions. Another alternative was to terminate the marketing order. Many on the PMC and in the industry deemed termination too drastic an action and preferred to preserve the marketing order and make necessary changes to it to meet current industry needs and to reflect current industry marketing practices. In accordance with the Paperwork industry and all interested persons were invited to attend the meeting and participate in the industry’s deliberations. Like all PMC meetings, this meeting was a public meeting and all entities, both large and small, were able to express their views on these issues. An interim final rule concerning this action was published in the Federal Register on July 9, 2003. The PMC’s staff mailed copies of the rule to all PMC members, alternates, and prune handlers. In addition, the rule was made available through the Internet by the Office of the Federal Register and USDA. That rule provided for a 60-day comment period which ended on September 8, 2003. No comments were received. A small business guide on complying with fruit, vegetable, and specialty crop marketing agreements and orders may be viewed at: xxxx://xxx.xxx.xxxx.xxx/ fv/moab.html. Any questions about the compliance guide should be sent to Xxx Xxxxxxx at the previously mentioned address in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section. After consideration of all relevant material presented, including the PMC’s recommendation, and other information, it is found that finalizing the interim final rule, without change, as published in the Federal Register (68 FR 40754, July 9, 2003) will tend to effectuate the declared policy of the Act. List of Subjects in 7 CFR Part 993 Marketing agreements, Plums, Prunes, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements. PART 993—DRIED PRUNES PRODUCED IN CALIFORNIA ■ Accordingly, the interim final rule amending 7 CFR part 993 which was NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION 10 CFR Part 72 RIN 3150–AH27 List of Approved Spent Fuel Storage Ca...
Alternatives Considered. The project is a mixed-use development project and not specifically a transportation project, although it includes mitigation measures and public benefits that are transportation-related. Alternatives to the project that were considered and rejected are summarized in the Environmental Impact Report.
Alternatives Considered. Large-scale permanent stormwater pump stations (not economically feasible). OLD EDGEMERE DR. SEWERS Town of Greece, Monroe County Town of Greece $ 2,927,000 The goal of this project is to control storm and sanitary sewer surcharge during high water periods by upgrading existing sewer infrastructure and providing residents with an adequate means of discharging floodwaters. The town previously installed 6 control valves in this area, and Monroe County is proposing to install additional valves. ! 0 1,000 ft Old Edgemere Dr. MAP Mitigation Measures Proposed mitigation measures in the project will consist of: • Installation of 7,200 LF of storm sewer main, 13 deep-sump catch basins, and 206 lateral connections • Elimination of three of the four existing outlets • Protection of existing sanitary sewers from infiltration by slip-lining 9,200 LF of pipe • Sealing of 49 sanitary manholes against groundwater and surface water infiltration • Raising and armoring two sanitary pump stations Public Support and Asset Owner Public support is high. The community has experienced flooding in the past and is at high risk for future flooding. The asset owner is public.
Alternatives Considered. No action; raising the road at low spots. ROUND POND/EDGEMERE DR. BERM Town of Greece, Monroe County Town of Greece $ 143,000 This project will address the recurring flooding of Edgemere Dr. during high water periods. This portion of Edgewood Dr. is located between Lake Ontario and Round Pond, and is susceptible to flooding from the south or west due to waves driven from Round Pond, and from the north or east due to waves driven from Lake Ontario. MAP
Alternatives Considered. No action; relocation of boat launch; addition of stormwater modifications and temporary pumping systems. EDGEMERE DR. Town of Greece, Monroe County Town of Greece $ 650,000 Edgemere Dr. is a county road located between multiple ponds on one side and Lake Ontario on the other. Private residences are located along the shoreline of the lake, along the roadway. During high lake levels, the road floods due to a low spot, allowing for the water from the ponds to travel across the road into residences. Flooding of the road makes it difficult to reach these residences. ! 0 1,000 ft Edgemere Dr.
Alternatives Considered. No action; regrading surrounding area, particularly around the ponds; re-sloping of the road to gutter/ stormwater catch basin. PUBLICLY OWNED REGIONAL DOCKS AND BOAT LAUNCHES Monroe County Public $ 1,776,000 Towns of Greece and Irondequoit; City of Rochester Mitigation Measures Proposed mitigation measures for these projects will require some or all of the following improvements: • Replacement of fixed elevation docks with floating docks and slips, inclusive of anchorage and posts to restrict horizontal dock movement • Relocation of fuel pumps and fuel tanks to a higher elevation to protect against rising lake levels • Modification of dock electrical services in tandem with floating docks and/or relocation of facility infrastructure affected by rising water levels • Raising of elevation of permanent structures close to the waters’ edge and at elevations below anticipated high water levels • Installation of shoreline stabilization measures at waters’ edge, in some cases, extending height of existing infrastructure to higher elevation The attached table summarizes projects located in the Monroe region. Public Support and Asset Owner Public support is high. These facilities provide substantial impact to the area in the form of jobs, tax revenue, recreation, and tourism. In many shoreline communities, these assets are at the core of community identity. The asset owners are public. Permitting and Feasibility These projects are considered moderately to highly feasible due to the type of improvements. Work will only be conducted in areas that have already been improved. Multi-jurisdictional permit review is needed.
