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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDocumentation_Regular_Tab 7C_2/20/1992 '- �' J ,-.- -,;- N. VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA BUILDING DEPARTMENT r ^', Post Office Box 3273 • 357 Tequesta Drive � , '` o Tequesta, Florida 33469-0273 • (407) 575-6220 _, of FAX: (407) 575-6203 4cH co Nit MEMORANDUM: TO: Thomas G. Bradford, Village Manager FROM: Scott D. Ladd, Building Official , — DATE: February 13, 1992 SUBJECT: Application for review of Environmental Mitigation Plan for St. Jude' s Catholic Church from George G. Gentile & Assoc. , Inc. 1 Tom, attached are ten copies of an Environmental Impact Study and Mitigation Plan for St. Jude' s Catholic Church. Also attached are ten copies of relevant documents pertaining to this application from George G. Gentile & Assoc. , Inc. A review of the Environmental Impact Study indicates that it is in substantial compliance with the procedures and requirements set forth in Ord. 399, as amended, the Village Environmentally Sensitive Lands Ordinance. Further, all permits and approvals from the affected government agencies, i. e. , U. S. Fish & Wildlife and the Florida Game & Fresh Water Fish Commission, have been obtained by the applicant. Staff recommends approval of the St. Jude' s Catholic Church Environmental Mitigation Plan. SDL/jmm Attch. george g.. gentile & associates, inc. landscape architects/planners/environmental consultants VSj January 20, 1192 , ,, , t j 2 Village of Tequesta � �` ' 357 Tequesta Drive :\ Tequesta, Florida 33469 Attention: Scott Ladd, Building Official Re: St. Judes Catholic Church Environmental Mitigation Application Dear Mr. Ladd: Please accept this letter with attachments, as our request to be placed on the Village Council agenda under our application for environmental review for the above referenced project. We have received authorization from U.S. Fish and Wildlife for site alternations to mitigate the impact to the one Scrub Jay family found on site. We have also commenced discussions with Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission's office on relocation of the 6± gopher tortoise located on the site. We hope to have this issue resolved prior to the Council meeting. We further understand that if this issue is not resolved, we will postpone action by the Village. O/ot issue fe5a`v:.sD cr Ar!riti ifS;ED 24042- For your review, we are attaching with this letter 12 copies of the requested information. Sincerely, georg- - - ' e & —sod inc. 1 George G. Gentile, ASLA President GGG:mak encls. cc: Father Tom Vengayil Bill Shannon Jim Howell 1001 north u.s. highway one • suite 205 • jupiter • florida 33477 • (407) 575-9557 I't corporate authorization no.lc 177 •_0 fax(407)575-5260 GENERIC RELOCATION PERMIT AUTHORIZATION Person Authorizing Mark Robson Date of Authorization February 10, 1992 Permittee George G. Gentile Permit Number WR91002 County of Relocation Palm Beach Project Title (if applicable) St. Jude's Catholic Church Authorized Recipient Site (title_and location) Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge, Martin County Proposed Date(s) of Relocation 2/10/92 - 2/29/92 In addition to reporting requirements of the recipient site landowner, permittee is required to submit a detailed report describing the relocation operation within 14 days of the relocation, using the standard reporting form. Per Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission Guidelines for Gopher Tortoise relocations (dated 1 February 1988) , the permittee is requested to provide a post-relocation report one year after release (see item 1, Post-Relocation Consideration, in the Guidelines) . Penned tortoises at starter burrows should be maintained using the standards outlined in Maintenance of the Gopher Tortoise in Captivity, by F. Antonio (copy attached) . 666-0247/jh MAINTENANCE OF THE GOPHER TORTOISE IN CAPTIVITY By Fred Antonio, Central 'Florida Zoo • The environment in which you maintain your gopher tortoise is the single most important factor affecting its health. Air and ground temperatures, exposure to sun and shade, shelters and burrows for security, and .a clean enclosure must be considered in maintaining a. healthy specimen. Indoor enclosures may be best for hatchlings and small individuals while outdoor pens best serve the needs of medium to adult-sized tortoises. Indoor enclosures. Aquariums, terrariums, large cat pan trays, and other suitable containers need to be made of material which is easily cleaned. A wire mesh lid should be provided to protect the tortoise from other pets and falling objects. The floor of the enclosure should be at least 10 times the size of the tortoise. Newspaper or rabbit pellets can be= used to cover the floor. This is preferable to sand, which can cause intestinal impaction if eaten. Always avoid commercially available cat litter products, pine and cedar shavings which can be harmful to reptiles. Household temperatures of 70-800F are also a good range for your tortoise. During the day , a low wattage light bulb placed above the mesh cover at one end of the enclosure can provide• additional heat (not to exceed 950F) . This "basking" site aids in elevating body temperature to a preferred optimum. To avoid overheating, always test the temperature. Ultra-violet light must also be provided to assure proper bone and shell . growth. This can be accomplished by natural sunlight or artificial lights which are designed to emit ultra-violet rays. Never set the enclosure in full sunlight , as tortoises can overheat rapidly. Always provide some shade. Ultra-violet light should be offered three times a week during daylight hours. Clean water should always be available. A shallow container or pan which the tortoise can climb in and out of easily is best. They will also use a small box to hide in for security and sleeping. Outdoor pens. Pens are best constructed over sandy, well-drained soils to promote a dry environment. Pens may be constructed of wood, galvanized sheet metal (flashing) or welded wire fencing. Fencing should be at least 2 •feet high and buried 6 inches into the ground. The size of the enclosure should be based on tortoise size: 1-2 Tortoises 3-5 Tortoises 6-10 Tortoises Juveniles 4 X 4 feet 4 X 8 feet 8 X 8 feet Subadults 4 X 8 feet 8 X 8 feet Need 2 enclosures Adults 8 X 8 feet 12 X 12 feet Need 2 enclosures Flooding by rainwater can be avoided in wooden enclosures by slightly parting horizontally-positioned boards at ground level . Holes may be drilled in 2 flashing. Avoid exposed concrete in pen construction as it can result in shell abrasions. As with indoor enclosures, outdoor pens should also provide shade and a clean water source. Burrows. In the "sand hill community" , the gopher tortoise burrow provides year-round shelter for more than three dozen species of wildlife. For the tortoise, it offers escape from heat, cold, droughts, fires, and predators. In captivity, they are important in temperature regulation and security.. In outdoor pens, you can assist the tortoise by digging a "starter burrow" using a post-hole digger or small shovel . The mouth of this burrow should be directed toward the southeast to receive morning sun. The burrow should be dug at a 450 angle and extend down at least 3 feet deep. The burrow should be slightly wider than the length of the tortoise to allow enough space to turn around. If the tortoise accepts your "starter burrow" , you can expect him to further excavate a more elaborate burrow system. Normally, a burrow only has one entrance and will not surface in another area. Burrows can extend 40 feet long and 10 feet deep. Usually only one tortoise will occupy a burrow so one should be provided for each tortoise. Burrow entrances should not be in direct view of each other as tortoises can become competitive upon seeing each other. Always avoid walking near the mouth of the, burrow as they can cave in. Diet. Outdoor pens should contain native grasses and broad-leafed plants for grazing. Pens can also be seeded with bahia, rye, and clover. Mowing the pen will stimulate new plant growth which is more nutritious and is preferred by the tortoise.. In addition to providing natural forage (which should be cut and offered to tortoises kept indoors) , a prepared diet should be given at least three times a week. All items in the diet should be cut up, mixed together, and offered on a flat dish or tray.• In addition '•to the items mentioned above, other natural food items are dandelions, wild berries, wild grapes, and ripe cactus fruit. A standard diet comprised of a variety of fruits and vegetables may include apple, carrot, melon, squash, banana, beets, sprouts, broccoli , spinach, kale, endive, and Romaine lettuce. Dog kibble soaked in water can be added once a week for protein as can a multi-vitamin/calcium powder. Variety is the key to a well balanced diet. Some tortoises are reluctant to commence feeding in captivity. To help during this period of acclimation, avoid handling, provide proper temperatures and hiding areas, and offer diets which include aromatic and colorful (tortoises are attracted to red) food items. Winter accommodations. Gopher tortoises become inactive during cold 'winter 3 periods and remain deep in their burrows. They may emerge during warm spells to bask, taking advantage of these limited activity periods. Tortoises which have dug burrows in outdoor pens should do well during winter months. Heat must be provided to tortoises without burrows as temperatures below 50-550F can result in metabolic and respiratory illness, A small shelter can be constructed with heat strips underlying a 1/4" plywood floor and fitted with leaves and straw. Other methods and designs may be employed, but always test temperature first. Tortoises may also be brought indoors during cold weather. • Behavior. Tortoises are highly social animals and react to the presence of other tortoises. Social hierarchies or "pecking orders" may develop which result in dominant and subordinate individuals . If this social stress interferes with normal behavior and feeding, separation may be required. Evaluating health. If maintained properly, gopher tortoises are active, show steady growth (seen periodically by fresh rings around the scutes) , and gain weight as they grow. Signs of health 'problems include .inactivity ,• lethargic behavior, labored breathing, discharge from the eyes, nose, •or mouth, and abnormal feces. A veterinarian should be consulted when these symptoms first occur. A fecal check for parasites is indicated for tortoises which are depressed or show little weight gain. Remember, your tortoise i.s totally dependent on you for his well-being so be receptive to subtle changes in behavior. • Station No. to be Credited Permit Number UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR 3 7 0 9 0 'ISII K<F.IFF. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICES Date l J f i ;)*— Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge January 28, 1992 5'4j41 Period of Use (inclusive) SPECIAL USE PERMIT From February 1 1992 • To December 31 1992 Permittee Name - . Permittee Address Cheryl M. Carpenter 17369 Sentimental Journey Consulting Biologist Jupiter, Florida 33458 • Purpose (specify in detail privilege requested, or units of products involved) Relocation of Gopher Tortoises (Gopherus polyphemus), not to exceed 6, from St. Jude's Catholic Church site consiting of 2.71 acres in Tequesta, Florida to a 10 acre parcel in the north portion of Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge's sand pine scrub community. The Church siteis under-going construction.and the Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission has specified that the resident tortoises be relocated. Description (specify unit numbers; metes and bounds, or other recognizable designations) This permit authorizes the permittee to enter the Hobe Sound NWR to release relocated gopher tortoises in the parcel specified by the Refuge Manager, and to subsequently enter the Refuge to conduct monitoring surveys. (2). , Amount of fee $ N/A if not a fixed payment, specify rate and unit of charge: Payment Exempt - Justification: x Cooperative effort with FGFWFC relocation requirements: ❑ Full Payment ❑ Partial Payment - Balance of payments to be made as follows: Record of Payments N/A Special Conditions . See attached sheet for special conditions of this permit. This permit is issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and accepted by the undersigned, subjected to the terms, covenants. obligations, and reservations,expressed or implied herein,and to the conditions and requirements ap • on the reverse side. Permittee i nature Issuing Officer Sign a an itl .Lut..... ._, k- NA r1A--(4.—Th- , ,.., ', ..-::"-e . Fran 3.i 383(HPv. 6/85) General Conditions • 1. Payments 7. Compliance All payments shall be made on or before the due date to the local Failure of the Service to insist upon a strict compliance with any of this representative of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service by a postal money order permit's terms,conditions, and requirements shall not constitute a waiver or or check made payable to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. be considered as a giving up of the Service's right to thereafter enforce any of '2. Use limitations the permit's terms, conditions, or requirements. The permittee's use of the described premises is limited to the purposes 8. Termination Policy herein specified;does not unless provided for in this permit allow him/her to At the termination of this permit, the permittee shall immediately give up restrict other authorized entry on to his/her area;and permits the Service to possession to the Service representative, reserving, however, the rights carry on whatever activities are necessary for(1)protection and maintenance specified in paragraph 9. If he/she failes to do so, heishe will pay the of the premises and adjacent lands administered by the Service and (2)the Government,as liquidated damages, an amount double the rate specified in management of wildlife and fish using the premises and other Service lands_. this permit for the entire time possession is withheld. Upon yielding 3. Damages possession, the permiltee will still be allowed to reenter as needed to remove The United States shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to property his/her property as stated in paragraph 9. The acceptance of any fee for including but not limited to growing crops,animals,and machinery;or injury to liquidated damages or any other act of administration relating to the the permittee, or his/her relatives, or to the officers, agents, employees, or continued tenancy is not to be considered as an affirmance of the permittees any others who are on the premises from instructions or by the sufferance of action nor shall it operate as a waiver of the Government's right to terminate the permittee or his/her associates;or for damages or interference caused by or cancel the permit for the breach of any specified condition or requirement. wildlife or employees or representatives of the Government carrying out their 9. Removal of Permittee's Property official responsibilities.The permittee agrees to save the United States or any Upon the expiration or termination of this permit, if all rental charges and,'or of its agencies harmless from any and all claims for damages or losses that damage claims due to the Government have been paid,the permittee may, may arise or be incident to the flooding of the premises resulting from any within a reasonable period as stated in the permit or as determined by the associated Government river and harbor, flood control, reclamation, or refuge officer in charge but not to exceed 60 days, remove all structures. Tennessee Valley Authority activity. machinery,and/or other equipment,etc.,from the premises for which he/she 4. Operating Rules and Laws is responsible.Within this period the permittee must also remove any other of The permittee shall keep the premises in a neat and orderly condition at all his/her property including his%her acknowledged share of products or crops times, and shall comply with all municipal,county,and State laws applicable grown, cut, harvested, stored, or stacked on the premises. Upon failure to to the operations under the permit as well as all Federal laws, rules, and remove any of the above items within the aforesaid period,they shall become regulations governing National Wildlife Refuges and the area described in the property of the United States. this permit.The permittee shall comply with all instructions applicable to this 10. Transfer of Privileges permit issued by the refuge officer in charge. The permittee shall take all This permit is not transferable, and no privileges herein mentioned may be reasonable precautions to prevent the escape of fires and to suppress fires sublet or made available to any per:on or interest not mentioned in this and shall render all reasonable assistance in the suppression of refuge fires. permit. No interest hereunder may accrue through lien or be transferred to a 5. Responsibility of Permittee third party without the approval of the Regional Director of the U.S. Fish and The permittee, by operating on the premises, shall be considered to have Wildlife Service and the permit shall not be used for speculative purposes. ' accepted these premises with all the facilities, fixtures, or improvements in 11. Conditions of Permit not Fulfilled their existing condition as of the date of this permit.At the end of the period If the permittee fails to fulfill any of the conditions and requirements set forth specified or upon earlier termination,the permittee shall give up the premises herein,all money paid under this permit shall be retained by the Government in as good order and condition as when received except for reasonable wear, to be used to satisfy as much of the permittee's obligation as possible. tear,or damage occurring without fault or negligence.The permittee will fully 12. Officials Barred from F'sitrcipgting repay the Service for any and all damage directly or indirectly resulting from No Member of Congress or Resident Commissioner shall participate in any negligence or failure on his/her part, or the part of anyone of hisiher part of this contract or to any benefit that may arise from it.but this provision associates, to use reasonable care. shall not pertain to this contract if made with a corporation for its general 6. Revocation Policy benefit. This permit may be revoked by the Regional Director of the Service without 13. Nondiscrimination in Employment notice for noncompliance with the terms hereof or for violation of general The permittee agrees to be bound by the equal opportunity clause of and/or specific laws or regulations governing National Wildlife Refuges or for Executive Order 11246, as amended. nonuse. It is at all times subject to discretionary revocation by the Director of the Service. Upon such revocatiion the Service, by and through any authorized representative, may take possession of the said premises for its own and sole use,or may enter and posses the premises as the agent of the permittee and for his/her account. Privacy Act Statement—Special Use Permit NOTICE: In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974,5 U.S.C. 552a, please be advised that: 1. The issuance of a permit and collection of fees on lands of the National Wildlife Refuge System is authorized by the National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act(16 U.S.C. 668dd-668ee), and the Refuge Recreation Act, (16 U.S.C. 460k-3); implemented by regulations in 50 CFR 25-36. 2. Information collected in issuing a permit may be used to evaluate and conclude the eligibility of,or merely document, permit applicants. 3. Routine use disclosures may also be made (1) to the U.S. Department of Justice when related to litigation or anticipated litigation; (2) of information indicating a violation or potential violation of a statute,regulation,rule,order or license,to appropriate Federal,State,local or foreign agencies responsible for investigating or prosecuting the violation or for enforcing or implementing the statute, rule, regulation, order or license; (3) from the record of the individual in response to an inquiry from a Congressional office made at the request of that individual;(4)to provide addresses obtained from the Internal Revenue Service to debt collection agencies for purposes of locating a debtor to collect or compromise a Federal claim against the debtor,or to consumer reporting agencies to prepare a commercial credit report for use by the Department(48FR 54716; December 6, 1983). 4. Any information requested is required to receive this permit..Failure to answer questions may jeopardize the eligibility of individuals to receive permits. Special Conditions for Special Use Permit /37090 • 1 . All Refuge regulations apply including no firearms off fires; unless otherwise stated. 2. Permittee must contact refuge headquarters at least 24 hours in advance of a refuge entry. 3. A copy of this permit must accompany permittee while conducting relocation and monitoring activities. 4. Permittee shall follow all conditions in the FGFWFC Generic Relocation Permit #WR91002 issued on 01/07/91 . 5. Assistant Refuge Manager may accompany permittee during relocation and monitoring activities. 6. All tortoises shall be sexed, measured, and permanently marked by acute- notching and a full report is to be=provided•to Refuge Manager within 30 days of relocation activities. 7. Two follow-up surveys 'shall- be'coriducted by permi ttee':within- an. 8 month-peri od after-relocation to determine status of tortoise population, and a full report is to be provided to Refuge Manager within 30 days after each survey. • eNT OP TyF TAIL�� United States Department of the Interior FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE � gRCH 3 18 A9 3100 University Blvd.South — U Suite 120 Jacksonville,Florida 32216 January 2, 1992 RECEWED Scott Ladd Department of Community Development `t \� Village of Tequesta P.O. Box 3273 Tequesta, Florida 33469 Dear Mr. Ladd: This is in follow-up to your transmittal dated August 23, 1991, regarding work for St. Judes Catholic Church, which is under review by your office. We have been working with'the applicant through George Gentile, the consultant hired to represent St. Judes. A habitat management plan and site design have been reviewed and approved by this office, and we have no objection to work proceeding according to the plans. A copy of the plans may be obtained from George Gentile at 407-575-9557. We appreciate the opportunity to comment on this project and look forward to working with you again in the future. If you have any questions, please contact Dawn Zattau. The number is 904-791-2580. Sincerely yours, k . tee-k ,- David J. Wesley Field Supervisor cc: George G. Gentile george g. gentile & associates, inc. 1001 North U.S. Highway 1, Suite 205 Jupiter, Florida 33477 _ george g. gentile & associates, inc. landscape architects/planners/environmental consultants • December 27, 1991 Village of Tequesta P.O. Box 3273 357 Tequesta Drive Tequesta, Florida 33477 Attn: Mr. Scott Ladd, Building Official, Code Compliance Officer. Re: St. Judes Catholic Church Environmental Mitigation Application. Dear Mr. Ladd: Please Accept this letter as formal application for final review of our proposed mitigation plan for the above referenced project. This transmitted information will complete the environmental review commenced with the site plan review that the Village of Tequesta approved in November 1991. The report attached will provide you with all the information as required by Ordinance No. 399. Our proposed plan includes the enhancement of Parcel 2 of the Church's property to accommodate the only Federally Listed Species, the Scrub Jay (Aphelocoma coerulescens coerulescens) and a state listed species of special concern the Gopher Tortoise. You will also note that our proposal will ensure the preservation of the ecosystem as defined in your ordinance. We would appreciate your review of this request. Sincerely, . george g. n ' le & a goci es n . George G. Gentile, ASLA President GG/ggg cc: Mr. Jim Howell Mr. Bill Shannon Fr. Tom Vengayil 1001 north u.s. highway one • suite 205 • jupiter • florida 33477 • (407) 575-9557 corporate authorization no.lc 177 at le fax(407)575-5260 . FIE gNT OF WWY RECEIVED DEC .9 1921 im - Q. TAB �� �P",_ . United States Department of the Interior nc"n 7 A y,, FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE NE mi 4t4 Reli a9 3100 University Blvd.South Suite 120 Jacksonville,Florida 32216 • December 5, 1991. George G. Gentile, ASLA george g. gentile & associates, inc. 1001 North U.S. Highway 1 Suite 205 Jupiter, Florida 33477 near Mr. C;pnt;le: This is in response to your letter dated December 2, 1991, regarding the proposed construction of St. Jude's Catholic Church in Tequesta, Florida. We have reviewed the scrub jay refuge plan and would like to offer one addition. In a meeting held with two members of my staff on November 22, 1991, it was recommended that all landscaping around the proposed church and parking lot consist of scrub oaks, to serve as an additional source of food for the resident scrub jays. We recommend this be added to your refuge plan. All other aspects of the plan are as agreed, and if followed as proposed, we have determined the project will not result in incidental take of the scrub jay family. We will be willing to intercede on your behalf, if necessary, when your project comes under review by the ERM committee of Palm Beach. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this project; we look forward to receiving your reports. Sincerely yours, -0 evi R04 VIA4.4.2 5-0'✓Michael M. Bentzien Assistant Field Supervisor cc: FWE, Vero Beach