Nerkin Khndzoresk Community of the Ra Syunik Marz

AGRICULTURE DEVELOPMENT FUND

COMMUNITY AGRICULTURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND COMPETITIVENESS PROJECT II

COMPONENT 1: COMMUNITY PASTURE AND LIVESTOCK MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

CONSTRUCTION OF PASTURES STOCK WATERING SYSTEM IN NERKIN KHNDZORESK COMMUNITY OF THE RA SYUNIK MARZ

April 2018

PART 1: GENERAL PROJECT AND SITE INFORMATION

INSTITUTIONAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE Country Republic of Armenia Name of the Project Second Community Agricultural Resource Management and Competitiveness

Subproject Title Construction of pasture stock-watering system in Nerkin Khndzoresk community of the RA Syunik marz Scope of (sub)project and The main purpose of the sub-project is the improvement of activity pasture stock-watering system in Nerkin Khndzoresk community, providing sufficient water supply for 680 cattle and 4960 sheep and goat directly in the pasture.

The following construction activities will be implemented under the proposed sub-project:  Construction of one water catchment,  Construction of 4 discharge chambers,  Construction of inlet water pipeline 706.9 0 m (D= 76x3mm - Py=1.0 Mpa)  Construction of one metallic trough with 18 m length

The design for pastures watering network has been developed by the HAYJRNAKHAGITS LLC design company under the contract concluded with Agricultural Project Implementation Unit. Institutional/implementation Task Team Leader Safeguard Specialists arrangements (co-TTL if applicable) (env., soc.) (World Bank) Bekzod Shamsiev Darejan Kapanadze Arusyak Alaverdyan Sophia Georgieva

Institutional/implementation Implementing entity Safeguards Works provider arrangements supervisor Agriculture (if external to (to be selected) (Borrower) Development Fund Implementing Entity)

N/A SITE DESCRIPTION

Name of site Nerkin Khndzoresk village, Goris community, Syunik marz

Site location and description The sub-project implementation area is located at a distance of 268 km from Yerevan and 2 km from Nerkin Khndzoresk village, in the outskirts of the village. The construction site absolute maximum height is 1125m. The pipeline will pass through the communal lands, particularly through 0.15 ha pastures in the outskirts of the village. No part of the pipelines will pass through a private land or through lands

used by illegal users. This was checked and verified via the community cadastral map and field surveys. As the construction activities will be carried out in the remote pastures, in the outskirts of the village, there is no need for temporary closure of roads, and as there are no private houses nearby, no temporary disturbance to residents may occur during the construction activities. No tree removal is anticipated. The natural relief and landscape will be recovered after construction works. Land title and user right The land required for the sub-project implementation belongs to holder(s) the Community on which the Reference provided by the Goris Community Mayor (based on the Community cadastral map survey) is attached.

Description of geographic, The sub-project site is located in Nerkin Khndzoresk village of physical, biological, Goris community of the RA Syunik marz. The pastures, where geological, hydrographic and the construction site is located are on the altitude of 1125 m. socio-economic context above sea level.

Climatic conditions of the Nerkin Khndzoresk possesses is mild mountainous. The winter is cold, snowy, temperature on winter about 16-20 C. The summer is warm, few clouds, comparatively humid weather. Precipitation is not abundant, 400-450mm on the lake surface, up to 1000 in the mountains

Nerkin Kndzoresk village due to the consolidation process in September, 2016 was included in Goris community of the RA Syunik marz.

The area of Goris community is 31969,28 ha, and the population is 29509, while the area of Nerkin Khndzoresk village of Goris community is 241.34 ha and the population is 267 of whom 137 men and 130 women, overall 75 households. 2.7% of the overall population of the Republic involved in the migration processes is from Syunik marz. Of the overall population of the Republic not returning and returning to the Republic, Syunik marz population is 3.9% and 1.1% respectively. Poverty rate of Syunik marz is 4.7% within the overall poverty rate of the Republic. In Nerkin Khndzoresk village, there are 11 families in the family benefit system, 28 pensioners and 13 persons with disability. In Nerkin Kndzoresk Community Pasture User Association Consumer Cooperative established under the CARMAC II Project there are 52 members of whom 13 women and 4 youth; 7 representatives of vulnerable groups as per Project vulnerability criteria (pensioners, persons with disability, family benefit system recipients, etc.). There are 75 household involved in livestock farming of which 14 are women-headed and 7 are youth-headed households. There are approximately 88 ha pasture areas in the community. Agriculture is the main source of livelihood for the village population, and livestock farming and crop farming are their main occupation. The main income source of the households is

sales of livestock products, i.e. meat, milk and other dairy products, as well as other agricultural products. In the village, there are the school, kindergarten, medical point. Infrastructure development, including stock-watering system construction and obtaining agricultural machinery is the key to the development of Nerkin Kndzoresk village as per the Goris Community Development Program for 2017-2021. Locations and distance for If additional soil is required to close the trenches or grading the material sourcing, especially nearby area, such additional soil has to be delivered by aggregates, water, stones Contractors from the place provided by the community.

Gravel and stones may be purchased and delivered by the Contractor. Contractor may choose to extract natural construction materials himself, in which case contractor must obtain an extraction license prior to commencement of extraction.

Water for construction works will be provided with mobile water tanks.

Waterway will be connected to the new water catchment for which Goris community has to obtain water use permits form the Ministry of Nature Protection (MoNP) of the RA.

LEGISLATION National & local legislation & Permits required for accomplishing the works planned under the permits that apply to project sub-project: activity  Construction license to be possessed by Construction Contractor;  Construction permit to be obtained by the Construction Contractor from Goris municipality;  Water use permit provided from MoNP to Goris Mayor  Written consent for disposal of construction waste to be obtained by Construction Contractor from the Goris Community Mayor;  Agreement on the disposal of excess material obtained from Goris Community Mayor.  Land ownership Reference provided by the Goris Community Mayor. PUBLIC CONSULTATION When / where the public Public consultations on the present draft ESMP will be carried consultation process took out in Nerkin Khndzoresk village of Goris community of the RA place Syunik marz. Minutes of meeting and the List of participants will be attached to the ESMP.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Site cadastral map, photos; 2. Reference from Goris Community Mayor on the ownership of lands; 3. Minutes of public consultation meeting, photos (to be provided); 4. Construction permit (to be provided); 5. Water use permit provided from MoNP to Goris Mayor ; 6. Agreement for construction waste disposal, obtained from Goris Community Mayor; 7. Agreement on the disposal of excess material obtained from Goris Community Mayor (to be provided if required).

PART 2: SAFEGUARDS SCREENING AND TRIGGERS

ENVIRONMENTAL / SOCIAL SCREENING FOR SAFEGUARDS TRIGGERS Activity/Issue Status Triggered Actions 1. Infrastructure rehabilitation [x] Yes [ ] No If “Yes”, see Section A below 2. New construction of small [x] Yes [ ] No If “Yes”, see Section A infrastructure below 3. Impacts on surface drainage system [ ] Yes [x] No If “Yes”, see Section B below 4. Impacts on historic / cultural [ ] Yes [x] No If “Yes”, see Section C Will the site heritage below activity include/involve 5. Handling hazardous / toxic [ ] Yes [x ] No If “Yes”, see Section D any of the materials1 below following? 6. Impacts on forests, wetlands, [ ] Yes [x] No If “Yes”, see Section E below protected areas 7. Risk of unexploded ordinance [ ] Yes [x] No If “Yes”, see Section F below (UXO) 8. Risks for traffic and pedestrians [ ] Yes [x] No If “Yes”, see Section G below 9. Impacts on land property and use [ ] Yes [x] No If “Yes”, see Section H below 10. Social risk [x] Yes [ ] No If “Yes”, see Section I below

1 Toxic / hazardous material includes but is not limited to asbestos, toxic paints, noxious solvents, removal of lead paint, etc.

PART 3: MITIGATION MEASURES

ACTIVITY PARAMETER MITIGATION MEASURES 0. General Public (a) Local authorities and communities have been notified of upcoming Conditions Awareness activities and Worker (b) The public has been notified of the works through appropriate Safety notification in the media and/or at publicly accessible sites (including the site of the works) (c) All legally required permits have been acquired (d) The Contractor formally agrees that all work will be carried out in a safe and disciplined manner designed to minimize impacts on neighbouring residents and environment. (e) Workers’ Personal Protective Equipment will comply with international good practice (helmets, masks, safety glasses, harnesses and safety boots) (f) Appropriate signposting of the sites will inform workers of key rules and regulations to follow A. General Air Quality (a) Apply dust control measures during earth works and on access/service Rehabilitation earth roads (e.g. spraying and moistening the ground) and /or (b) Keep demolition debris, excavated soil and aggregates in controlled Construction area and spray with water Activities (c) Suppress ongoing pneumatic drilling or breaking of pavement and foundations by water spraying and/or installing dust screen enclosures (d) Kept the area outside construction site free of soil, debris, and construction waste (e) Ban open burning of construction / waste material (f) Ensure standard working condition of all machinery, provide adequate servicing and maintenance, and restrict excessive idling of construction vehicles Noise (a) Limit construction noise to standard working hours inside and in proximity to residential areas (b) During operations, keep the engine covers of generators, air compressors and other powered mechanical equipment closed, and equipment placed as far away from residential areas as possible Water Quality (a) Establish appropriate erosion and sediment control measures (e.g. hay bales and/or silt fences) to prevent sediment from moving off site and causing excessive turbidity in canalization and nearby streams and rivers Waste (a) Identify sites for temporary and permanent disposal of various types of Management waste as well as routes for waste transportation to the disposal sites before commencement of works, put formal arrangements for waste disposal (site allocation, agreement, contract, etc. as required) in place and enforce adherence to these arrangements (b) Plan for and undertake waste separation on-site; explore opportunities for recycling and/or reuse of particular types of non-toxic waste. (c) Maintain records of waste disposal as a proof of proper management as designed.

I. Social Risk Public (a) Assign local liaison person within Contractor’s team to be in charge of Relationship communication with and receiving requests/ complaints from local Management population (b) Consult local communities to identify and proactively manage potential conflicts between an external workforce and local people (c) Raise local community awareness about sexually transmitted disease risks associated with the presence of an external workforce and include local communities in awareness activities (d) Inform the population about construction and work schedules, interruption of services, traffic detour routes and provisional bus routes, blasting and demolition, as appropriate (e) Limit construction activities at night. When necessary ensure that night work is carefully scheduled and the community is properly informed so they can take necessary measures (f) At least five days in advance of any service interruption (including water, electricity, telephone, bus routes), advise community through postings at the work site, at bus stops, and in affected homes/businesses (g) Address concerns raised through Grievance Redress Mechanism established by the Employer within the designated timeline within the scope of Contractor’s liability Labour (a) To the extent possible, do not locate work camps proximity to local Management communities (b) Consult neighbouring communities on siting and operation of worker camps (c) Recruit unskilled or semi-skilled workers from local communities to the extent possible. Where and when feasible, provide worker skills training to enhance participation of local people (d) Provide potable water and adequate lavatory facilities in all work camps. Equip residential labour camps with septic tank systems preventing release of untreated sludge to the natural environment, washing areas, adequate supplies of hot and cold running water, and soap (e) Raise awareness of workers on overall relationship management with local population, establish the code of conduct in line with international practice and strictly enforce them, including the dismissal of workers and financial penalties of adequate scale

PART 4: MONITORING PLAN

Where How When Why Cost What No (Is the (Is the (Define the (Is the parameter (if not included (Is the parameter to be monitored?) parameter to be parameter to be frequency / or being in project monitored?) monitored?) continuous?) monitored?) budget)

CONSTRUCTION PHASE Community Community has been notified on Nerkin Interviews with First month of Ensure ADF notification upcoming activities Khndzoresk local residents construction Community village works awareness and consent

Clearly established grievance Nerkin Interviews with Monthly Ensure that local ADF redress mechanism is in place and Khndzoresk municipal Community can accessible for local Community village authorities and voice concerns local residents and ask questions

Legal All required permits and agreements Goris Review of files Before and during Comply with legal ADF compliance are acquired Municipality and first month of requirements Contractor’s construction administration works

Provision of Personal safety gear is provided to Construction Inspection Monthly Prevent trauma ADF workers’ health and used by workers. site and casualty and safety among workers Consistency with the rules of exploitation of the construction equipment.

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Operation of The surrounding environment is kept Construction Inspection Monthly visits Minimize dust ADF construction free of debris to minimize dust site during emission machinery construction

There is no open burning of Construction Inspection Monthly visits Prevent air ADF construction / waste material at the site during pollution with site construction hazardous emissions

There is no excessive idling of Construction Inspection Monthly visits Minimize exhaust ADF construction vehicles at site site during construction

Noise Construction noise is limited to day- Construction Inspection Monthly during Minimize ADF generation time hours site construction nuisance to local Community

Waste Temporary storage of waste within Construction Inspection Monthly during Prevent pollution ADF generation demarcated and fenced work site, at site construction of work site and a designated location nuisance to local Community

Construction waste is regularly Construction Inspection Monthly during Prevent ADF collected and disposed at an agreed site construction environment site pollution Waste disposal site Servicing Construction vehicles and machinery Construction Inspection Monthly during Prevent pollution ADF machinery are serviced and fueled away from site construction of surface and water body or at a service center. ground water

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Earth works Separation and stockpiling of Construction Inspection Monthly during Ensure ADF excavated material and topsoil for site construction successful backfilling and site reinstatement reinstatement of purposes. site

Suspension of earth works and Goris Review of In case of chance Prevent loss of ADF contacting national authority for Municipality communication finds physical cultural Ministry of cultural heritage preservation in case and resources Construction Culture of chance finds; resumption of works archaeological Contractor’s upon formal consent from the reports administration authority for preservation of cultural heritage.

OPERATION PHASE Maintenance of Regular maintenance and Goris Inspection Recurrent Keep watering Goris watering system operational repair works are Municipality system in good Municipality undertaken as required to keep operational sources collection point, pipeline, condition pumping station and trough in good technical condition.

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1. Site Plan

Watering places are marked by red lines

NERKIN KHNDZORESK

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2. Letter from Goris Community Mayor on the Ownership of Land (non-official translation is attached)

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GORIS COMMUNITY OF SYUNIK MARZ OF THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA

REFERENCE

This is to certify that the stock-watering system construction works under the Second Community Agricultural Resource Management and Competitiveness Project in Nerkin Khndzoresk village of Goris community of the RA Syunik marz will be implemented in the community-owned pasture lands, and the pipeline will pass only through non-cultivated communal lands, not belonging to any other physical or legal entity.

Community Mayor /signed/ A. ARUSHANYAN

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3. Minutes of Public Consultation Meeting on the Draft ESMP Nerkin Khndzoresk Village, Goris Community, RA Syunik Marz …, 2018

List of participants

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4. Construction permit with non-official translation

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5. Water use permit from RA MoNP, obtained by Nerkin Khndzoresk Community with non-official translation

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MINISTRY OF NATURE PROTECTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA

WATER RECOURCES MANAGEMENT AGENCY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA

WATER USE PERMIT N 000 092 5-2-W-S-N

NERKIN KHNDZORESK VILLAGE MAYOR’S OFFICE

(Name of water user)

RA SYUNIK MARZ

A. MINASYAN A.ARUSHANYAN

(Head of water resources management and protection body) (Name, surname

RA MINISTER OF NATURE PROTECTION GORIS MAYOR

signature, name, surname signature of water use permit applicant) Issued 04.04.2018 Effective up to 04.04.2023 Term of activity is prolonged up to ______.

(Head of water resources management (Position, signature, name, surname and protection body) of water use permit applicant)

Address of the water user (Name (surname), address and telephone number of

v. Nerqin Khndzoresk, RA Syuniq marz, Ankakhutyan 3, tel: (093) 810809 water use permit applicant)

Location of water use RA Syuniq Marz, Administrative District of Nerqin Khndzoresk Community

Location of water extraction

RA Syuniq Marz, Administrative District of Nerqin Khndzoresk Community

Water use purpose watering

Quantity of water used, including a) Surface water resources

b) Underground water resources Unnamed water spring

15 492 thousand m3/year, 86.0 m3/day, 1.0 l/sec

Time period and regime of water use

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Control mechanisms to support compliance with water use permit requirements

1. Control over quantity of water use and registration 2. Purposeful use of water 3. Meeting additional conditions being integral part of the present WP

*Contract on the use of earth interior is required for underground water use in cases as prescribed by Interior Code of the RA.

N 000092 04.04.2018 ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS AS INTEGRAL PART OF WATER USE PERMIT

The present conditions elaborated according to the requirements of Article 32 of Water Code of the RA are subject to mandatory fulfilment. 1. Nerqin Khndzoresk village office is obliged to: a/ meet requirements of the RA law conditioned by water use permit N 000092 and water use implementation. b/ in case of emergencies, water deficit and drought meet the requirements of Water resources management agency of the RA Ministry of Nature Protection, which are directed at public interest and protection of environment. c/ with its activities not reduce the rights of water use of traditional water users already existing before the water use permit N 000092 was issued. d/ ensure conditions for the official of the Water resources management agency of the Staff of the RA Ministry of Nature Protection to supervise fulfilment of water use conditions. e/carry out spring regime observations by the qualified hydrogeological organization and submit the results once a year to the WRMA to be registered in the State Water Cadastre as prescribed by law. 2. Ensure compliance with the requirements of the Decision N 118 on “Defining activities of application of modern technologies, improvement of monitoring of water resources and reduction and prevention of pollution” issued by the RA Government on 14.01.10. 3. The conditions of the present WP are subject to review at the request of WRMA during development of the given water basin management plan. 4. Coordinate point of water extraction is:

X = 45º56’25.26’’ Y = 39º39’08.92’’ H = 2405.0 m

RA Minister of Nature Protection Goris Mayor ______A. Minasyan ______A. Arushanyan 04.04.2018 04.04.2023

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1. Agreement for construction waste disposal obtained from Goris Community Mayor, with non-official translation

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GORIS COMMUNITY OF SYUNIK MARZ OF THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA 09.04.18 To: HAYJRNAKHAGITS LLC Director Mr. Y. Javadyan

This is to inform you, that the construction wastes generated as a result of implementation of stock- watering system construction works in Nerkin Khndzoresk village of Goris community, RA Syunik marz under the Second Community Agricultural Resource Management and Competitiveness Project will be transported to Nerkin Khndzoresk village landfill, called Mazmazaki Dzor and located at 1 /one/ km distance.

Community Mayor /signed/ A. Arushanyan

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