Community Agricultural Resource Management and Competitiveness Project Ii Component 1: Community Pasture and Livestock Managem

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 ARZAKAN VILLAGE OF CHARENTSAVAN COMMUNITY OF THE RA KOTAYK 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 Arzakan community of the RA Kotayk marz Scope of (sub)project and The main purpose of the sub-project is the improvement of pasture stock- activity watering system in Arzakan community, providing sufficient water supply for 1005 cattle and 221 sheep and goat as well as 24 horses directly in the pasture.

The following construction activities will be implemented under the proposed sub-project:  Construction of 17 air resist valve chambers,  Construction of three sections of inlet water pipelines 1146.0 404.0 and 2070.0 m length (D= 63mm and 50mm Py=1.0 Mpa)  Construction of two metallic troughs with 12 m length each.  Construction of two cotes, 400 m2 each  Construction of two 4x6 m each herdsmen’s’ shelter

The design for pastures watering network has been developed by the SHMSH 28 OJCS 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 Arzakan village, Charentsavan community, Kotayk marz

Site location and description The sub-project implementation area is located at a distance of 40 km from Yerevan and 6 km from Arzakan village, in the outskirts of the village. The construction site absolute maximum height is 1670-2450 m. The pipeline will pass through the communal lands, particularly through 0,8 km forest area, 2310 m2 along the pasture road, 360m2 pastures will be used for water troughs installation and 850m2 area - for the open fold and shelter. 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. Though the construction activities will be carried out not only in remote pastures, in the outskirts of the village, but also along the pasture road and in forest area, there is no need for temporary closure of road, and as there are no private houses nearby, no temporary disturbance to residents may occur during the construction activities. No tree or bush removal is anticipated, as the pipeline will pass along the path in the forest, and all the construction activities in that part will be carried out manually. As the forest is under the management of RA “Hayantar” SNCO, the permit is obtained from them to carry out construction works under the Project in the forest, particularly to lay pipeline in 0,8 km forest area, with condition, that no tree or bush is removed. 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 the holder(s) Community on which the Reference provided by the Arzakan Community Mayor (based on the Community cadastral map survey) is attached.

Description of geographic, The sub-project site is located in Arzakan village of Charentsavan community physical, biological, of the RA Kotayk marz. The pastures, where the construction site is located geological, hydrographic and are on the altitude of 1670-2450 m above sea level. socio-economic context Climatic conditions of the Arzakan possesses is cold. The winter is cold, snowy. The summer is warm, few clouds, comparatively humid weather. Temperature on summer 160C humidity 45-60%, wind speed 3.0-6.0m/s. Precipitation is up to 1000 in the mountains.

Arzakan village due to the consolidation process in November 2017 was included in Charentsavan community of the RA Kotayk marz.

The area of Arzakan village is 8462 ha, and the population is 2910 of whom 1659 men and 1251 women, overall 688 households. 11.6% of the overall population of the Republic involved in the migration processes is from Kotayk marz. Of the overall population of the Republic not returning and returning to the Republic, Kotayk marz population is 7.9% and 17.2% respectively. Poverty rate of Kotayk marz is 10.5% within the overall poverty rate of the Republic. In Arzakan village, there are 76 families in the family benefit system, 315 pensioners and persons with disability. In Arzakan Community Pasture User Association Consumer Cooperative established under the CARMAC II Project there are 98 members of whom 7 women and 22 youth; 44 representatives of vulnerable groups as per Project vulnerability criteria (pensioners, persons with disability, family benefit system recipients, etc.). There are 260 household involved in livestock farming of which 36 are women-headed and 46 are youth-headed households.

There are approximately 2245.5 ha pasture areas in the community. Agriculture is the main source of livelihood for the village population, and livestock farming, horticulture 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, such as apple, pear, apricot, prune, peach. In the village, there are the school, kindergarten, medical center, Aghveran resort, school of art, culture house, and football field. Of historical and cultural objects, there is a Saint Mariam Church of 12th century, Memorial of Unknown Soldier constructed in1963-64. Of useful minerals there are marble, ochre, crushed stone, hot mineral water. Infrastructure development, including rehabilitation of intercommunity roads, irrigation system, drinking water network, as well as processing of agricultural products are among the key issues for the development of Arzakan community as per the Arzakan Community Development Program for 2017- 2021. Locations and distance for If additional soil is required to close the trenches or grading the nearby area, material sourcing, especially such additional soil has to be delivered by Contractor from the place provided aggregates, water, stones 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 pipeline operated by Arzakan community, which provided reference. LEGISLATION National & local legislation & Permits required for accomplishing the works planned under the sub-project: permits that apply to project  Construction license to be possessed by Construction Contractor; activity  Construction permit to be obtained by the Construction Contractor from Arzakan municipality;  Water connection reference from Arzakan Community Mayor;  Written consent for disposal of construction waste to be obtained by Construction Contractor from the Arzakan Community Mayor;  Agreement for disposal of excess material obtained from from Arzakan Community Mayor;  Land ownership Reference provided by the Arzakan Community Mayor. PUBLIC CONSULTATION When / where the public Public consultations on the present draft ESMP will be carried out in Arzakan consultation process took village of Charentsavan community of the RA Kotayk marz. Minutes of place meeting and the List of participants will be attached to the ESMP. ATTACHMENTS

1. Site cadastral map, photos; 2. Reference from Arzakan 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 connection reference from Arzakan Community Mayor; 6. Agreement for construction waste disposal, obtained from Arzakan Community Mayor; 7. Agreement for disposal of excess material obtained from Arzakan 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 Arzakan village Interviews with First month of Ensure ADF notification upcoming activities local residents construction Community works awareness and consent

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

Legal All required permits and agreements Arzakan 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 Charentsavan 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 Charentsavan Inspection Recurrent Keep watering Charentsavan 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