PD Background Report COH-Parks & Rec (PL-SMA-2023-031 & PL-SSV-2023-003)

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Bow Engineering & Development, Inc. 40* Miloli`i Beach Park Accessibility IV SMA Application Improvement Project January 24, 2023 No long-term or cumulative adverse effects to topography or soils are anticipated with implementation of the proposed action. Implementation of the proposed accessibility improvements could temporarily increase noise levels during construction. There would be no long-term increase in noise during project operations since the project accessibility improvements would not generate additional traffic and associated noise. The proposed project would introduce minimal additional lighting to the project site for the restrooms and area lighting along accessible paths. Because of the isolated nature of the project site and unlit night sky ideal for nighttime star visibility, these lights could produce nighttime glare effects. Since the proposed project consists of accessibility improvements and replacement of existing uses at the Miloli`i Beach Park, the proposed project would not significantly change the scenic and visual character of the surrounding area. D. No significant long-term or cumulative adverse environmental effects would results from the project. The proposed improvements would not curtail the range of beneficial uses at the project site. The project would increase the range of beneficial uses of the environment by improving existing beach park facilities and accessibility to these recreational resources. With implementation of accessibility improvements, recreational access for disabled visitors to the park would be improved. E. Under the No Action Alternative, the proposed accessibility improvements would not be constructed and existing park features would not be reconstructed. As a result, the present conditions within the project area would predominantly continue into the future, with some members of the community experiencing limited or difficult access to park facilities. Also, the basketball court and pavilion would remain in disrepair and would not meet County permit requirements. This alternative would not meet any of the identified project objectives. Preferred Alternative 1: Proposed Action The beneficial impacts of the proposed project include the increased accessibility to the park offered by improved parking lot including ADA spaces, connecting ADA accessible walks and ramps to park facilities for greater accibility from feature to feature, improvement and replacement of existing facilities to meet ADA guidelines and County permit requirements, and the addition of a new children's play apparatus. Page 3 of 6