BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS CITY OF Los ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF MEMBERS PUBLIC WORKS CALIFORNIA BUREAU OF KEVIN JAMES ENGINEERING PRESIDENT GARY LEE MOORE, P.E. MONICA RODRIGUEZ CITY ENGINEER VICE PRESIDENT 1149 s. BROADWAY, SUITE 700 MATT SZABO LOS ANGELES, CA 90015·2213 PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE
MICHAEL R. DAVIS http://eng.lacity.org COMMISSIONER
BARBARA ROMERO COMMISSIONER ERIC GARCETTI MAYOR ARLEEN P. TAYLOR EXECUTIVE OFFICER
AUG 2 6 2013 To the Public Worl5,sand Gang Reduction Committee Of the Honorable City Council Council File No. 13-0571 Of the City of Los Angeles Council District: 8 Contact Person: Dale Williams Phone: (213) 202-3491 Public Works and Gang Reduction Committee
Transmittal:
Transmitted herewith, is the City Engineer's report dated AUG 2 6 2013 for Council review and approval of:
VACATION APPROVAL - VAC- E1401l97 - Council File No. 13-0571 - Vermont Avenue ti and 85 ) Street Vacation District
RECOMMENDATIONS:
I. That the City Council find that it has imposed all the mitigation measures that are within the control of the City, as described in the ElR, ("State Clearinghouse No. 200711051) that are associated with the impacts of the street vacation and that other mitigation measures that are not within the authority of the City, have been or should be imposed as set forth in the findings of the Community Redevelopment Agency, dated April 3, 2008, a copy of which is attached and incorporated.
2. Adopt the City Engineer's report dated AUG 2 6 2013 with the conditions contained therein.
3. Fiscal Impact Statement:
The petitioner has paid a fee of$10,700.00 for the investigation of this request pursuant to Section 7.42 of the Administrative Code. Any deficit fee to recover the cost pursuant to Section 7.44 of the Administrative Code may be required of the petitioner.
,ft AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Rocyclab!a and m(>dafrom recycledwasla. ~~ 4. That there is a public benefit to this vacation. Upon vacation of the street, the City is relieved of its ongoing obligation to maintain the right-of-way. In addition, the City is relieved of any potential liability that might result from continued ownership of the involved street easement.
5. There were no objections to the vacation submitted for this project.
Attachment:
Land Development Group Bureau of Engineering
EY/DWI H:\ Office of the City Engineer
Los Angeles, California
To the Public Works and Gang Reduction Committee
Of the Honorable Council AUG 2 6 2013 Of the City of Los Angeles
Honorable Members: C.D. No.8
SUBJECT:
VACATION APPROVAL - VAC- E1401197 - Council File No. 13-0571 - Vermont Avenue and 85th Street Vacation District
RECOMMENDATIONS:
A. That street vacation proceedings pursuant to the Public Streets, Highways and Service Easements Vacation Law be instituted for the vacation of the public right-of-way indicated below and shown colored blue on the attached Exhibit" B" and that the exact limits of the vacation areas be permitted to be adjusted based on the final approved design of the adjoining street improvements:
1. An approximately 30.5 foot wide, variable width, and 25.5-foot wide portion of the easterly side of Vermont Avenue between 84th Street and Manchester Avenue.
2. 85th Street between Vermont Avenue and the alley easterly of Vermont Avenue.
3. The alley easterly of Vermont Avenue between 84th Street and 85th Street.
4. The alley southerly of 84th Street from the alley easterly of Vermont Street to approximately 33 feet easterly thereof.
B. That the vacation of the areas shown colored orange on Exhibit "B", be denied.
C. That the City Council find that it has imposed all the mitigation measures that are within the control of the City, as described in the BIR, ("State Clearinghouse No. 200711051) that are associated with the impacts of the street vacation and that Public Works Committee -2- C.D.No.8
other mitigation measures that are not within the authority ofthe City, have been or should be imposed as set forth in the findings of the Community Redevelopment Agency, dated April 3, 2008, a copy of which is attached and incorporated.
D. That the City Council find that there is a public benefit to this street vacation. Upon vacation of the street, the City is relieved of its ongoing obligation to maintain the street. In addition, the City is relieved of any potential liability that might result from continued ownership of the involved street easements.
E. That, in conformance with Section 556 of the City Charter, the Council make the finding that the vacation is in substantial conformance with the purposes, intent and provisions of the General Plan.
F. That, in conformance with Section 892 of the California Streets and Highways Code, the Council determine that the vacation area is not necessary for non- motorized transportation facilities.
G. That, in conformance with Section 8324 of the California Streets and Highways Code, the Council determine that the vacation area is not necessary for present or prospective public use.
H. That the Council adopt the City Engineer's report with the conditions contained therein.
I. That the City Clerk schedule the vacation for public hearing at least 30 days after the Public Works Committee approval so the City Clerk and Bureau of Engineering can process the Public Notification pursuant to Section 8324 ofthe California Streets and Highways Code.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT:
The petitioner has paid a fee of $10,700.00 for the investigation of this request pursuant to Section 7.42 of the Administrative Code. Any deficit fee to recover the cost pursuant to Section 7.44 of the Administrative Code will be required of the petitioner.
Maintenance of the public easement by City forces will be eliminated.
NOTIFICATION:
That notification of the time and place of the Public Works Committee and the City Council meetings to consider this request be sent to: Public Works Committee - 3 - C.D.No.8
1. 8300 S Vermont Ave L.P., et al ATTN: Eli Sasson 10340 Santa Monica Bl. Los Angeles CA 90025
2. 8300 S Vermont Ave L.P, et al ATTN: Gabriel Tauber 10340 Santa Monica Bl. Los Angeles CA 90025
3. City of Los Angeles 111 E lSISt., Ste 201 Los Angeles CA 90012
4. CRAlLA-DLA ATTN: Jenny Scarlin 1200 W 7thSt, 5thFloor Los Angeles CA 90017
CONDITIONS:
The Conditions specified in this report are established as the requirements to be complied with by the petitioner for this vacation. Vacation proceedings in which the conditions have not been completed within 2 years of the Council's action on the City Engineer's report shall be terminated, with no further Council action.
1. That any fee deficit under Work Order E 140 1197 be paid.
2. That a suitable map, approved by the Central District Engineering office, delineating the limits, including bearings and distances, of the areas to be vacated be submitted to the Land Development Group prior to the preparation of the Resolution to Vacate.
3. That a suitable legal description describing the areas being vacated and all easements to be reserved, including copies of all necessary supporting documentation, be submitted to the Land Development Group of the Bureau of Engineering prior to preparation of the Resolution to Vacate.
4. That a title report indicating the vestee of the underlying fee title interest in the areas to be vacated be submitted to the City Engineer. Public Works Committee - 4 - C. D. No.8
5. That the following dedications be provided adjoining the petitioner's current and proposed properties in a manner satisfactory to the City Engineer:
a) Dedicate sufficient area as public street at the new terminus of 85th Street to provide for a standard cul-de-sac.
b) Dedicate 2 feet as public street along the northerly side of Manchester Avenue to complete a standard 52-foot wide half right-of-way as designated for a Major Highway Class II. If dual left-turn lanes are required by the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), dedicate 7 feet as public street along Manchester Avenue from Vermont Avenue to ISO feet easterly and a Standard Flare Section from that point easterly as applicable.
c) Dedicate 20 feet as a public alley to provide for a replacement alley between 84th Street and the alley southerly of 84th Street.
d) Dedicate 3 feet as public alley along the westerly side of the alley easterly of Vermont Avenue between 85th Street and Manchester Avenue to complete a standard Iu-foot wide half alley right-of-way.
6. That the following improvements be constructed adjoining the petitioner's current and proposed properties in a manner satisfactory to the City Engineer:
a) Construct a standard cul-de-sac at the new terminus of 85th Street with handicap access ramps.
b) Construct a new 20-foot wide replacement alley with 2-foot wide longitudinal concrete gutter along the center, between 84th Street and the alley southerly of 84th Street.
c) Fill in the dedicated area with asphalt concrete pavement along the alley easterly of Vermont Avenue between 85th Street and Manchester Avenue.
d) If LADOT requires dual left-turn lanes at the intersection of Manchester Avenue with Vermont Avenue, construct a 45-foot wide half roadway, integral curb and gutter, and 12-foot wide sidewalk along Manchester Avenue from Vermont Avenue to 150 feet easterly thereof, and then a Standard Flare Section from that point easterly, with proper transition to the existing improvements adjoining to the east. If no dual left-turn lanes are required at the intersection, construct a 40-foot wide half roadway, integral curb and gutter, and a 12-foot wide sidewalk. Public Works Committee - 5 - C.D.No.8
e) Construct a 45-foot wide half roadway, integral curb and gutter, and a 12-foot wide sidewalk along Vermont Avenue from Manchester Avenue to 150 feet northerly thereof, and a Standard Flare Section from that point to 300 feet north of Manchester Avenue. From 300 feet north of Manchester Avenue to 84th Street, construct a 40-foot wide half roadway, integral curb and gutter and 12-foot wide sidewalk.
7. That the petitioner comply with the project conditions of the Los Angeles Department of Transportation letter dated April 24, 2008, DOT Case No. CEN 06-3197 to the satisfaction of the Department of Transportation and the Bureau of Engineering.
8. That arrangements be made with all utilities agencies maintaining facilities in the area including but not limited to the Department of Water and Power, AT &T, Southern California Gas Company and Time Warner Cable for the removal of affected facilities or the providing of easements or rights for the protection of affected facilities to remain in place.
9. That satisfactory arrangements be made with the City Engineer for the relocation or abandonment of the existing sewer located within the areas to be vacated, unless easements are reserved from the vacation for its protection.
10. That all drainage matters be addressed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
11. That consent to the vacation be secured from the owners of Lot 37, Lot 80 and Lot 81 Arb 1 of Sunny Side Park.
12. That upon the reviews of the title report identifying the underlying fee title interest of the vacation areas, agreements be recorded satisfactory to the Bureau of Engineering to hold each parcel ofland under one ownership and its adjoining portion of the area to be vacated, as one parcel to preclude the creation of landlocked parcels. This is to remain effective until such time as a new subdivision map is recorded over said areas, a parcel map exemption is permitted or until released by the authority of the City of Los Angeles.
13. That plot plans be submitted to the Fire Department for their review and approval. Additional conditions may be imposed with plot plan review.
14. That street lighting facilities be installed as required by the Bureau of Street Lighting.
15. That street trees be planted and tree wells to be installed as may be required by the Urban Forestry Division of the Bureau of Street Services.
TRANSMITTAL: Public Works Committee -6- C.D.No.8
Application dated March 12, 2012, from Eli Sasson.
DISCUSSION:
Request: The petitioner, Eli Sasson, representing 8300 S Vermont Ave LP, 8400 S Vermont Ave LP, 8430 S Vermont Ave LLC, 8528 South Vermont Ave LLC, Sasson/Lerner-General Partnership, and Westside Galleria Factory Outlet Inc, owners of the properties shown outlined in yellow on Exhibit "B", is requesting the vacation of the public street and aIley areas shown colored blue and orange. The purpose of the vacation request is for the future development of 200,000 square feet of commercial use and associated parking.
This vacation procedure is being processed under procedures established by Council File No. 01-1459 adopted by the Los Angeles City Council on March 5, 2002.
Resolution to Vacate: The Resolution to Vacate will be recorded upon compliance with the conditions established for this vacation.
Previous Council Action: The City Council on May 17, 2013, under Council File No. 13- 0571 adopted a Rule 16 Motion initiating street vacation proceedings.
Zoning and Land Use: The properties adjoining the areas to be vacated fronting Vermont Avenue are zoned [Q] C2-1 and area developed with commercial buildings or are vacant. The properties adjoining the areas to be vacated to the east of the alley easterly of Vermont Avenue are zoned P-I and are developed with parking facilities.
Description of Areas to be Vacated: The areas sought to be vacated are:
I. An approximately 30.5 foot wide portion of the easterly side of Vermont Avenue between 84th Street and Manchester Avenue.
2. 85th Street between Vermont Avenue and the alley easterly of Vermont Avenue.
3. The alley easterly of Vermont Avenue between 84th Street and ss" Street.
4. The alley southerly of 84th Street from the alley easterly of Vermont Street to approximately 33 feet easterly thereof.
Vermont Avenue is Scenic Major Highway Class II dedicated 177.5 feet wide with an 80 foot wide roadway, 5-foot traffic islands, and variable width frontage roads, curb, gutter and sidewalk. 85th Street is a Local Street, dedicated 60 feet and improved with a 40-foot Public Works Committee -7- C. D. No.8 roadway, curb and gutter and 10-foot sidewalks. The alley easterly of Vermont Avenue between 84th Street and 85th Street is dedicated 17 feet wide and improved with asphalt concrete pavement and longitudinal gutter. The alley southerly of 84th Street is dedicated 20 feet wide and improved with asphalt concrete pavement and longitudinal gutter.
Adjoining Streets and Alleys: 84th Street is a Local Street, dedicated 60 feet and improved with a 40-foot roadway, curb and gutter and 10-foot sidewalks. Manchester Avenue is a Major Highway Class II, dedicated 100 feet wide and improved with a 70- foot roadway, curb and l!utter, and 15-foot sidewalks. The alley easterly of Vermont Avenue southerly of85t1 Street is dedicated 14 feet wide and improved with asphalt concrete pavement.
Surrounding Properties: The owners oflots adjoining the vacation areas have been notified of the proposed vacation. The petitioner is currently in the process of acquiring several properties under CRA/LA ownership adjacent to the vacation area.
Effects of Vacation on Circulation and Access: The vacation of the Vermont Avenue and 85th Street Vacation District should have a minimal imfact on circulation and access. A replacement alley connecting the alley southerly of 84t Street to 84th Street will be required as a condition of the vacation. A cul-de-sac will be required at the new terminus of 85th Street. The proposed vacation area along Vermont Avenue is in excess of the required half right-of-way for a Major Highway Class II. The street vacation was included in the Department of Transportation's traffic analysis for a proposed shopping center site at 8400 Vermont Avenue. The mitigation requirements provided by LADOT are also included as a condition of this report.
The street and alleys are also not needed for the use of pedestrians, bicyclists or equestrians.
Objections to the vacation: There were no objections to the vacation submitted for this project.
Reversionary Interest: No determinations of the underlying fee interest of the vacation areas have been made as to title or reversionary interest.
Dedications and Improvements: It will be necessary that the petitioner provide for the dedications and improvements as outlined in the conditions of this report.
Sewers and Storm Drains: There are existing sewer facilities within the areas proposed to be vacated.
Public Utilities: The Department of Water and Power, Time Warner Cable and AT&T maintain facilities in the areas proposed to be vacated. Southern California Gas Company did not respond to the Bureau of Engineering's referral letter dated May 4, 2012. Public Works Committee - 8- C.D. No.8
Tract Map: Since the required dedications can be acquired by separate instruments and the necessary improvements can be constructed under separate permit processes, the requirement for the recordation of a new tract map could be waived. However, it will be necessary that the petitioner record agreements satisfactory to the Bureau of Engineering to hold each adjoining parcel ofland under one ownership and its adjoining portion of the area to be vacated, as one parcel to preclude the creation of landlocked parcels. This is to remain effective until such time as a new subdivision map is recorded over the area, a parcel map exemption is permitted or until released by authority ofthe City of Los Angeles.
City Department of Transportation: The Department of Transportation stated in its communication dated November 15,2012 that it does not oppose the requested vacation provided that the applicant complies with the project conditions listed in the DOT letter dated April 24, 2008 for DOT Case No CEN 06-3197; and that provisions are made for lot consolidation, driveway and access approval by DOT ,and any additional dedication and improvements necessary to bring all adjacent streets into conformance with the City'S Standard Street Dimensions. The street vacation was included in the traffic analysis for a proposed shopping center site at 8400 Vermont Avenue.
City Fire Department: The Fire Department stated in its communication dated May 31, 2012 that it recommends that plot plans be submitted for Fire Department approval and review.
Department of City Planning: The Department of City Planning did not respond to the Bureau of Engineering's referral letter dated May 4, 2012.
CRA/LA: Steve Valenzuela, Chief Executive Officer of CRA/LA, successor to the former Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Los Angeles, in a communication dated July 19,2013, stated that project owners are in the process of purchasing several properties under CRA/LA ownership and as current owner, CRA/LA consents to this vacation.
Conclusion: The vacation of the public street and alley areas as shown colored blue on attached Exhibit" B" could be conditionally approved based upon the following:
I. They are unnecessary for present or prospective public use.
2. They are not needed for vehicular circulation or access.
3. They are not needed for non-motorized transportation purposes.
The area shown colored orange should not be vacated because it is needed for public street purposes. Public Works Committee -9- C. D. No.8
Report prepared by: Respectfully submitted, /1Zad /t. \ LAND DEVELOPMENT GROUP ./ Edmond Yew, ~~ Land Development Group Bureau of Engineering Dale Williams Civil Engineer (213) 202-3491
EY/DW I Q:\LANDDEV\STREET VACATIONS\EI401197 - vermont\E1401197Report.doc F~ECE!VED APPLICATION FOR VACATION OF PUBLt€'Rfoofl~FoWX\:i Gi,OUp ORIGINAL-(No copies or faxes) 12"'R 2- p'" nH I 1112: Dill DATE: 03/12/2012
PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION: (1) Area proposed to be vacated is: Portionof east side ofVennont Avenue and is located between: 84th Street and Manchester Avenue. (2) The vacation arealies within or is shown on: (a) Engineering District: (check appropriately) ( XX) Central ( ) Harbor ( ) Valley ( ) West Los Angeles
(b) Council District No.8 (c) District Map No. 096Bl97 (d) ACRARedevelopmentArea: Yes (3) Area (in sq. ft.) of the proposed vacation area is approx. 42,258 sq. ft. If over 10,000 sq. ft. of buildable area, the vacation is not categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines and will require a higher level of environmental review. Contact a Vacation staff member to discuss the eflect of this on the processing of your application prior to submittal. If the applicaut chooses to have an Environmental Determination performed by the Bureau of Engineering Environ- mental Group, the Applicant must submit a separate letter acknowledging that the environmental re- view will add approximately $15-$30 thousand to the cost of processing the vacation and increase the processing time by 6 months. If the vacation is located within a Coastal Development Zone, prior approval from the California Coastal Commission will be required before the vacation application can be submitted. The Applicant should be aware that vacations subject to the California Coastal Commission will take longer to proc- ess and will be considerably more expensive. Since the costs for vacations in the Coastal Develop- ment Zone typically reach upwards of $30 thousaud, the Applicaut should be prepared to make a sup- plemental fee deposit to cover additional costs after Engineering Recommendations have been made so the vacation process can continue on to City Council without any delay.Some city agencies, includ- ing LADOT, may require additional fees to be deposited to cover costs during the referral and investi- gation process. The applicant is responsible for paying the fees to the agency directly. Referral fees paid to other city agencies arc separate from the Bureau of Engineering processing fees. If the proposed vacation is only for a portion of the Right-of-Way or a partial block, contact a vaca- tion staff member prior to submitting application. (4) Purpose of vacation (future use of vacation area) is: development of approximately 200,000 square feet of commercial development and the associated parking. (5) Vacation is in conjunction with: (Check appropriately) ( ) Revocable Permit (XX) Tract Map ( ) Parcel Map ( ) Zone Change ( ) Other PETITIONER 1APPLICANT: (6) Petitioner(s): 8300 S VennontAve LP, 8400 S VennontAve LP, 8430 S VennontAve LLC, 8528 South VermontAve LLC, Sasson/Lerner-General Partnership, Westside Galleria Factory Outlet Inc ~---/.~/ Signature(s): ~: d~ tJ~~orized Representative (7) Mailing Address: 10340 Santa monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025 (8) Daytime phone number of petitioner is: (310) 556-8003 FAX number: (310) 556-8007 E-mail: [email protected] (9) Petitioner is: (check appropriately) ( ) Owner OR (X) Representative of Owner
OWNERSHIPS: (10) Name(s) and address of the Owner(s) applying for vacation is/are: Owners: 8300 S Vermont Ave LP, 8400 S Vermont Ave LP, 8528 South Vermont Ave LLC, Sasson Lerner-General Partnership, Westside Galleria Factory Outlet Inc Address: 10340 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025 Owners: 8400 S Vermont Ave LP Address: 10340 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025 Owners: 8300 S Vermont Ave LP Address: 10340 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025 Owners: Westside Galleria Factory Outlet Inc Address: 10340 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025 Owners: 8430 S Vermont Ave LLC Address: 10340 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025 Owners: 8528 South Vermont Ave LLC Address: 10340 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025 Owners: Sasson/Lerner, a General Partnership Address: 10340 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
(11) Petitioner is owner or representative of owner of: (cheek appropriately) The property described in attached copy of Grant Deed OR (X) APN's 6032-012-001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006; APN's 6032-013-002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 007, 008 (12) The following are the available signatures of other property owners who also own properties adjoining the area proposed to be vacated and whose ownerships are indicated on the attached map by use of "circled letters". (1) Print Name(s), (2) Provide mailing addresses, (3) Indicate Lots owned and (4) Obtain signatures. (See Example Ownership List) Ownership Information may be obtained from:
Los Angeles City Clerk or for the most Los Angeles County Assessor Land Records Division current Ownership Information Room 730 information 500 West Temple Street 201 North Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90012 Los Angeles, CA 90012 Phone: (213) 974-3211 Phone: (213) 977-6001 atl IrII ta600 ru0' '"u, I'-ru £2600 o ~--~-----f1I-----':;;;'-----':=+ l ga60D.....t 00 l2600 (]\ e:,~ I ea6Gn ~oo~~ ~J 2£600 '" ~ '" &£600 1 P'I e:,~ I :0: /------+ -1 ~ oe600 LE600n I------Ql G "I et:: ~ ~I ~------rr-----~ tn u Et600n~ 0 I OJ o OJ 181 z c J :;;: o o os (Sv) os (Ev> ..c Lt600 ~ (/) 6t60D u 8 9 II W 1£600 (/) e£600 ~ ££600 o l£600 01:\0 a o,:f'.. g r sa t;J e- ceo ~ "-~~ I~ 'B) W o ££500 - 1l et:: -0 ££600 I- C I~ (f) 6£600 ::J 19600 I~ DATE: AP~IL 3. 2008 VM2040 TO: eRA/LA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FROM: CECILfA V. ESTOLANO, CHIEF exacUT!VE OFFICeR RESPONSIBLE PARTIES: CAROLYN HULL, REGIONAL AOMINISTRATOR JENNIFER JONES BARRERA. ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER W.ONO UJOR, CITY PLANNER SUBJECT: CeRTIFICATION OF THE FrNAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT. AND A PU8UC HEARING ON RESOLUTIONS OF NECESSITY TO INITIATE CONDEMNATION PROCEeDINGS TO ACQUIRE PARCELS WITH APNs 6032-012·001 THF(OUGH 009. AND 6032-013..001 THROUGH 008, LOCATED ON THE 8400 AND 8500 BLOCKS OF SOUTH veRMONT AVENUE IN THE VERMONT/MANCHESTER RECOVERY REOEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA SOUTH LOS ANGELES RE:C;JON(CD8) ~NDAT'QNS "fhat 'the eRA/LA Board of Commissioners: 1. Adopt a ResolutIon certifying tl1at the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed Vermont MancJ'l$$ter' Shopping center project (ProJect): s. Has been completed in compliance with the California Envfronmental Quality Act (CEQA) and with the State and CRAII..A CcQA Guidelines; b. Has been reviewed and considered by CRA/LA Board of Commissioners; and c, Repre$ents the eRA/LA's independent judgment and analysis; and 2. Hord a pUbiio hearfng and adopt mo Resolutlo.ns of NecessIty (RONs) to Initiate condemnation proceedIngs to acquire parcels with APNs 6032..012-001 through 006 and APNs 6032-013-001 through OOB,including all tenant Interests In these parcels (collectively, sUbject Parcel;). THE COMMUNITY RtieVELOPMENT AGSNCY OF THe OI.OF LOS ANGELES AiiACHMENT A RESOLUTION NO .• 7142 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGI:NCY OF THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES~ CAlIFORNfA (-CFWLA") CeRTIFYING THAT THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT .REPOFtT PAEPAREO FOR VERMONT MANCHeSTER SHOPPING CENTER PROJ5CT (STATE CLEARINGHOUSe NO. 2007111051) HAS BEEN PREPARED IN COM~L.IANCe WITH THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT AND STATE AND CRNLA GUIDeLINES APOl'TEO PURSUANT THERETO, AND CER11FYING THAT eRAILA HAS REVIEWeD ANO CONSIOEREO THE INFORMATION CONTAINEC IN THAT REPORT AND ReFLECTS THE INoePENDENT JUDGMENT OF eRA/LA WHEREAS. the eRA/LA has prepared an Environmental Impact Report {"ElR") for the proposed Vermont Manchester Shopping Center Proje,ct eprojecr) located within Its Vermont Manchester Recovery Redevelopment Project Area:' and WHEREAS, the eRMA acting as read agency. dl$tr1buted a Notice of F'reparaUQn of the EIR for the proposed Project to the St;tte Clearinghouse, Office of Planning and Research~ responSible agencies, and other Inkmasted parties for comment from November 7,2007 to December 10.2007; and WHt!REAS. the CRAII.A prepared a Draft EIA. for the proposed Project and circufated it from Deeember 1'7~2001 to January 31, 2008, pursuant to the Callfomia Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended ("CECA"). (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq.), the State CEQA Guidelines adopted pursuant thereto ("CEOA Gutdelines"). (14 Code of Regulationa15000 at seq.) and the CRA/LA's CECA Guidelines adopted pursuant thereto; tlnd WHeReAS, on December 171 2007, and soon thereafter, during the publlo tevlew process of the Draft EIR, the crwLA pro'Vlded pub1lc notice of the evaileblltty of the Draft SIR by Intemet, newspapers, and direct mailing; and WHER.EAS, a duly noticed public hearing on the Draft EIR. for the proposed Project was held by the CRAIl.A Board of CommIssioners en January 17, 2008, at which time all written and oral testlmonywa~ receIved; and WHER.EAS, upon the close of the public review period, written respcnses were prepared to comments receIved on the Draft EIR, and ~hose oomments and responses, together \\1th a /1stof persons wmmenting, were incllJded within a Final SIR, prepared pursuant to said atatutas and gUidelines, for the propo;ed Project; and WHe:~aAS, the O~I..A has reviewed and considered the information contained in the Final EIR for the proposed ProjElci. . NOW THEREFORe. Be IT RESOLVEO by The Community Redevelopment Agency of the arty of Los Angeles, eel/famla, as follows; 1. The C'RAJLA hereby finds and determin$$ that all of the foregoIng reoltals are true and correct and hereby Incorporated by thIs reference. 2. The eRA/LA certifies that the Final EIR for the proposed Prolect has been prepared and completed In compliance with CeQA and State and CFUJ1.A GUidelines adopted pursuant thereto. 3. The eRA/LA hereby further certIfies that the information contained In the Final EIR has been rE'vlewed$nd considered by the Soard of COmmissioners of the ORA/LA prior to conslderlng the proposed ProJect. 4. The eRA/LA hereby further certifies that the Fina! EIR retlects the independent judgment of the eRA/LA. ADOPlED: AprU 3, 2008 I.. ,..&-", '...... - ~L. •