Reviewer Name: Catherine Jones Applicant: Recovery School District 
DisasterlEmergencylProgramIProject Title: DR1603LA I Hurricane Katrina I Public Assistance Program I EOR 1926 Barbara Jordan ES-Library 
(Building F) 

Record of Environmental Consideration 

See 44 Code ofFederal Regulation Part 10. 

Project NamelNumber: EOR 1926 Barbara Jordan ES-Library (Building F) / PW 12948 

Project Location: 4348 Reynes Street New Orleans, Louisiana Orleans Parish 70126 (N30.01311 W90.01104) 


Project Description: Project activities include replacing 14 fluorescent strip lights, 20 recessed 
fluorescent lights, 3,097 vct flooring, 96 LF wood paneling, 25 LF ceramic tile, 7 SF plexiglass, 2 
metal doors, one wood double door, 5 interior wood doors, 6 LF wood cabinets, 2 porcelain toilets, 2 
wood toilet cubicles, 2 stainless framed mirrors, dispensers (soap, toilet paper & paper towels), 2 
disconnect switch, safety switch, 12 ton condensing compressor unit, and electrical floor receptacles. 
Hazard mitigation will be achieved by compliance with codes and standards. 

Documentation Requirements 

D No Documentation Required (Review Concluded) 

D (Short version) All consultation and agreements implemented to comply with the National Historic 
Preservation Act, Endangered Species Act, and Executive Orders 11988, 11990 and 12898 are 
completed and no other laws apply. (Review Concluded) 

[gI (Long version) All applicable laws and executive orders were reviewed. Additional information for 
compliance is attached to this REC. 

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPAl Determination 

D Statutorily excluded from NEP A review. (Review Concluded) 
D Programmatic Categorical Exclusion -Category (Review Concluded) 
D Categorical Exclusion -Category


D No Extraordinary Circumstances exist. 

Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No (Review Concluded) 

D Extraordinary Circumstances exist (See Section IV). 

D Extraordinary Circumstances mitigated. (See Section IV comments) 

Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No (Review Concluded) 
D Environmental Assessment 
D Supplemental Environmental Assessment (Reference EA or PEA in comments) 
[gI Environmental Impact Statement 

Comments: This project meets the criteria for an alternative arrangement (Permanent Schools) type ofproject. This project 
has conditions and requires mitigation under the other EHP laws which are listed under the NEPA level ofenvironmental 
review in the project worksheet. Any changes to this approved scope of work will require submission to, and evaluation and 
approval by, the state and FEMA prior to initiation ofany work, for compliance with the national environmental policy act. 
The applicant is required to obtain and comply with all local, state and federal permits and requirements. Non-compliance 
with the requirements noted above may jeopardize the receipt of federal funding. 


Reviewer Name: Catherine Jones Applicant: Recovery School District 
DisuterlEmergentylProgramIProjeet Tide: DRI603LA / Hurricane Katrina/ Public Assistance Program / EOR 1926 Barbara Jordan ES-Library 
(Building F) 

Reviewer and Approvals 

D Project is Non-Compliant (See attached documentation justifying selection). 

FEMA Environmental Reviewer. 

Name: Catherine Jone , Environmen"""-_,,,,,cialist 
Signature_.....Ic:-_--I-,H-"_______---=.. Date _--:::;;8/=2=8/=2;.;:..00=..;6"--____...:. 


FEMA Regional Environmental Officer or delegated approving official. 
Name: Howard R. Bush, ELO 

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I. Compliance Review for Environmental Laws (other than NEPAl 

A. National Historic Preservation Act 

~Not type of activity with potential to affect historic properties. <Review Concluded> 
D Applicable executed Programmatic Agreement Otherwise, conduct standard Section 106 review. 
QActivity meets Programmatic Allowance # 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded) 

mSTORIC BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES 
~No historic properties that are listed or 45/50 years or older in project area. (Review Concluded) 
D Building or structure listed or 45/50 years or older in project area and activity not exempt from review. 

D Determination ofNo Historic Properties Affected (FEMA fmding/SHPO/THPO concurrence on file) 
Are projecfconditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded) 
D Determination of Historic Properties Affected (FEMA fmding/SHPOITHPO concurrence on file) 
D Property a National Historic Landmark and National Park Service was provided early notification 
during the consultation process. Ifnot, explain in comments 
D No Adverse Effect Determination (FEMA fmding/SHPOITHPO concurrence on file). 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded) 
D Adverse Effect Determination (FEMA fmding/SHPOITHPO concurrence on file) 
D Resolution of Adverse Effect completed. (MOA on file) 
Are project conditions required D Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded) 

ARCHEOLOGICAL RESOURCES 
~Project affects only previously disturbed ground. (Review Concluded) 
D Project affects undisturbed ground. 

D Project area has no potential for presence ofarcheological resources 
D Determination of no historic properties affected (FEMA fmding/SHPOITHPO concurrence or 
consultation on file). (Review Concluded) 
D Project area has potential for presence of archeological resources 
D Determination of no historic properties affected (FEMA fmding/SHPO/THPO concurrence on file) 
Are project conditions required D Yes (see section V) D No (Review Concluded) 
D Determination of historic properties affected 
D NR eligible resources not present (FEMA fmding/SHPO/THPO concurrence on file). 

Are project conditions required DYes (see section V) D No (Review Concluded) 
D NR eligible resources present in project area. (FEMA fmding/ SHPOITHPO concurrence on 
tile) 

D No Adverse Effect Determination. (FEMA fmding/ SHPOITHPO concurrence on tile) 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No (Review Concluded) 
D Adverse Effect Determination. (FEMA finding/ SHPOITHPO concurrence on file) 
D Resolution ofAdverse Effect completed. (MOA on tile) 


Reviewer Name: Catherine Jones ApplitlDt: Recovery School District 
DlsasterlEmergeDcylProgramlProject Tide: DR 1603LA I Hurricane Katrina I Public Assistance Program I EOR 1926 Barbara Jordan ES-Library 
(Building F) 

Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No 
(Review Concluded) 

Comments: 08/2812006 -The Library was constructed in 1968. 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

B. Endangered Species Act 

I:8l No listed species and/or designated critical habitat present in areas affected directly or indirectly by the Federal action. 
eview Concluded 
Listed species and/or designated critical habitat present in the areas affected directly or indirectly by the Federal action. 
D No effect to species or designated critical habitat. (See comments for justification) 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No (Review Concluded) 
D May affect, but not likely to adversely affect species or designated critical habitat (FEMA 
detenninationlUSFWSINMFS concurrence on file) (Review Concluded) 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No (Review Concluded) 
D Likely to adversely affect species or designated critical habitat 
D Fonnal consultation concluded. (Biological Assessment and Biological Opinion on file) 
Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D NO (Review Coneluded) 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

C. Coastal Barrier Resources Act 

I:8l Project is not on or connected to CBRA Unit or Otherwise Protected Area (Review Concluded>. 
D Project is on or connected to CBRA Unit or Otherwise Protected Area. (FEMA detenninationlUSFWS consultation on 


file) 
D Proposed action an exception under Section 3S0S.a.6? (Review Concluded) 
D Proposed action not excepted under Section 3S0S.a.6. 


Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

D. Clean Water Act 
I:8l Project would not affect any waters ofthe U.S. (Review Concluded) 
D Project would affect waters, including wetlands, ofthe U.S. 


D Project exempted as in kind replacement or other exemption. (Review Concluded) 

D Project requires Section 404/40Ilor Section 911 0 (Rivers and Harbors Act) pennit, including qualification 
under Nationwide Pennits. 
Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: Project is not in or adjacent to any waterways ofthe US. 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

E. Coastal Zone Management Act 
D Project is not located in a coastal zone area and does not affect a coastal zone area (Review concluded) 
I:8l Project is located in a coastal zone area and/or affects the coastal zone 

I:8l State administering agency does not require consistency review. (Review Concluded). 
D State administering agency requires consistency review. 
Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D NO (Review Concluded 


Reviewer Name: Catherine Jones Appllcaot: Recovery School District 
DisuterlEmergeocylProgramiProjec:t Tide: DR1603LA I Hurricane Katrina I Public Assistance Program I EOR 1926 Barbara Jordan ES-Library 
(Buildin2 F) 

Comments: This project is located within the Louisiana Coastal Management Zone. La DNR has determined that receipt of 
federal assistance is consistent with the Louisiana Coastal Resource Program. Projects within the coastal zone may still 
require a coastal use permit or other authorization from DNR. Projects may be coordinated by contacting LA DNR at 1800-
267-4019.). 

Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

F. Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act 

~Project does not affect, control, or modify a waterwaylbody ofwater. (Review Concluded) 
D Project affects controls or modifies a waterwaylbody of water. 

D Coordination with USFWS conducted 
D No Recommendations offered by USFWS. (Review Concluded) 
D Recommendations provided by USFWS. 


Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: Project is not in or adjacent to any waterways of the US. 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

G. Clean Air Act 

~Project will not result in permanent air emissions. (Review Concluded) 
D Project is located in an attainment area. (Review Concluded) 
D Project is located in a non-attainment area. 


D Coordination required with applicable state administering agency.. 
Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: This project involves the demolition or renovation of a public structure. Regardless ofthe asbestos content, 
the applicant is responsible for ensuring that renovation or demolition activities are coordinated with the Louisiana 
Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) in accordance with the LDEQ "Sixth Amended Declaration of 
Emergency and Administrative Order" dated June 30,2006, incorporating the provisions ofEPA's National Emission 
Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) and the Louisiana Administrative Code (LAC) 33.m.S1S1 and 
Chapter 27. Should Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMS) be present at the project site, the applicant is also 
responsible for ensuring proper disposal in accordance with the previously referenced administrative order. 

Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

H. Farmland Protection Policy Act 

~Project does not affect designated prime or unique farmland. (Review Concluded) 
D Project causes unnecessary or irreversible conversion ofdesignated prime or unique farmland. 
D Coordination with Natural Resource Conservation Commission required. 

o Farmland Conversion Impact Rating, Form AD-I 006, completed. 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) D NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

I. Migratory Bird Treaty Act 

D Project not located within a flyway zone. (Review Concluded) 
~Project located within a flyway zone. 
~Project does not have potential to take migratory birds. (Review Concluded) 
Are project conditions required? 0 Yes (see section V) ~No (Review Concluded) 

o Project has potential to take migratory birds. 

D Contact made with USFWS 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO (Review Concluded) 


Reviewer Name: Catherine Jones Applicant: Recovery School District 
DlsasterlEmergencylProgramIProject Title: DR 1603LA I Hurricane Katrina I Public Assistance Program I EOR 1926 Barbara Jordan ES-Library 

uildin 
Comments: See letter from Don Fairley to Mr. Russ Watson with USF&WS, dated 09/14/2005. Specifically, FEMA has 
detennined that restoration projects funded with federal resources will not have adverse impacts on migratory birds or other 
fish and wildlife reserves. These detenninations are based on the understanding that the conditions outlined in the Louisiana 
Endangered Species Summary are met. 

Corres ondence/Consultation/Re erences: htt :/1 


J. Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act 

181 Project not located in or near Essential Fish Habitat. (Review Concluded) 

o Project located in or near Essential Fish Habitat. 

o Project does not adversely affect Essential Fish Habitat. <Review Concluded) 
Are project conditions required? 0 Yes (see section V) 0 No (Review Concluded) 
o Project adversely affects Essential Fish Habitat (FEMA detenninationlUSFWSINMFS concurrence on file)
o NOAA Fisheries provided no recommendation(s) (Review Concluded). 
Are project conditions required? 0 Yes (see section V) 0 No (Review Concluded) 
o NOAA Fisheries provided recommendation(s) 






o Written reply to NOAA Fisheries recommendations completed. 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

K. Wild and Scenic Rivers Act 

181 Project is not along and does not affect Wild or Scenic River (WSR) -(Review Concluded) 

o Project is along or affects WSR 

o Project adversely affects WSR as detennined by NPS/uSFS. FEMA cannot fund the action. 
(NPS/uSFS/uSFWSIBLM consultation on file) (Review Concluded) 
o Project does not adversely affect WSR. (NPS/uSFS/uSFWSIBLM consultation on file) 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO (Review Concluded) 


Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

L. Other Relevant Laws and Environmental Regulations 

II. Compliance Review for Executive Orders 

A. E.O. 11988 -Floodplains 

o No Effect on Floodplains/Flood levels and project outside Floodplain -(Review Concluded) 
181 Located in Floodplain or Effects on FloodplainslFlood levels 

181 No adverse effect on floodplain and not adversely affected by the floodplain. (Review Concluded), 
Are project conditions required? I:8J Yes (see section V) 0 No (Review Concluded) 

o Beneficial Effect on Floodplain OccupancyNalues (Review Concluded). 
o Possible adverse effects associated with investment in floodplain, occupancy or modification of floodplain 
enviromnent 


o 8 Step Process Complete -documentation on file 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: 08/07/2006 -The City ofNew Orleans 1Orleans Parish enrolled in the National Flood Insurance Program 
(NFIP) on 08/03170. Per Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) panel number 2252030115 E, dated 03/01184, project is 
located in zone liB", in area protected from the 1 OO-year flood by levee, dike, or other structure subject to failure or 
overtopping during larger floods. Project is repair of buildings and equipment. Per flood recovery guidance, dated 
04112/2006, where possible, replacement of building, equipment and contents should be elevated at least 3 feet above the 
highest adjacent grade elevation. A. C. Clark Floodplain Specialist 


Reviewer Name: Catherine Jones Applicant: Recovery School District 
DisasterlEmel'lencylProgramIProject Title: DRI603LA I Hurricane Katrina I Public Assistance Program I EOR 1926 Barbara Jordan ES-Library 
(Building F) 

B. E.O.11990 -Wetlands 

181 No Effects on Wetland(s) and project located outside Wetland(s) -(Review Concluded)
D Located in Wetland or effects Wetland(s) 

D Beneficial Effect on Wetland -(Review Concluded)

D Possible adverse effect associated with constructing in or near wetland 

D Review completed as part offloodplain review 

D 8 Step Process Complete -documentation on file 

Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

C. E.O. 12898 -Environmental Justice For Low Income and Minority Populations 

181 No Low income or minority population in, near or affected by the project -(Review Concluded)

D Low income or minority population in or near project area 
D No disproportionately high and adverse impact on low income or minority population-(Review Concluded)
D Disproportionately high or adverse effects on low income or minority population 

Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

III. Other Environmental Issues 

Identify other potential environmental concerns in the comment box not clearly falling under a law or 
executive order (see environmental concerns scoping checklist for guidance). 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

IV. Extraordinary Circumstances 

Based on the review of compliance with other environmental laws and Executive Orders, and in 
consideration of other environmental factors, review the project for extraordinary circumstances. 

* A "Yes" under any circumstance may require an Environmental Assessment (EA) with the exception of (ii) which 
should be applied in conjunction with controversy on an environmental issue. Ifthe circumstance can be mitigated, 
please explain in comments. Ifno, leave blank. 

D 
D 
D 
(i) Greater scope or size than normally experienced for a particular category of action 
(ii) Actions with a high level of public controversy 
(iii) Potential for degradation, even though slight, of already existing poor environmental 
D 
conditions; 
(iv) Employment of unproven technology with potential adverse effects or actions involving 
D 
unique or unknown environmental risks; 
(v) Presence ofendangered or threatened species or their critical habitat, or archaeological, 
D 
cultural, historical or other protected resources; 
(vi) Presence of hazardous or toxic substances at levels which exceed Federal, state or local 
D 
regulations or standards requiring action or attention; 
(vii) Actions with the potential to affect special status areas adversely or other critical resources 
such as wetlands, coastal zones, wildlife refuge and wilderness areas, wild and scenic rivers, 
D 
sole or principal drinking water aquifers; 
(viii) Potential for adverse effects on health or safety; and 


Reviewer Name: Catherine Jones Applicant: Recovery School District 
DisasterlEmergencylProgram/Project Title: DRI603LA { Hurricane Katrina I Public Assistance Program I EOR 1926 Barbara Jordan ES-Library 
(Building F) 

o (ix) Potential to violate a federal, state, local or tribal law or requirement imposed for the 
protection ofthe environment. 
o (x) Potential for significant cumulative impact when the proposed action is combined with 


other past, present and reasonably foreseeable future actions, even though the impacts ofthe 
proposed action may not be significant by themselves. 

IComments: None 

v. Environmental Review Project Conditions 

Project Conditions: 

1. Per flood recovery guidance, dated 04112/2006, where possible, replacement of building, equipment 
and contents should be elevated at least 3 feet above the highest adjacent grade elevation 
2. This project potentially involves the disposal of Metallic Mercury Containing Electronic 
Devices. The applicant is responsible for ensuring that these devices are recovered, recycled, 
reused or sequestered in accordance with the Louisiana Department ofEnvironmental Quality 
(LDEQ) "Declaration ofEmergency; Mercury-Containing Devices and Electronic Equipment as 
Universal Waste" letter dated October 3, 2005. 
3. Removal and disposal ofdebris containing household hazardous waste and certain categories of 
liquid wastes must be perfonned in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws, 
regulations, executive orders and guidelines. LAC Title 33 Part VII requires that specified 
items, including lead acid batteries, used oil filters, used motor oil, scrap tires, cfc's 
(refrigerants), radioactive waste or regulated infectious wastes must be segregated from and 
excluded from non-hazardous debris collection, staging, processing and disposal sites. Failure 
to comply with applicable legal requirements in debris collection and/or disposal operations 
will jeopardize federal funding. The clean-up or restoration/repair ofsites damaged as a result 
of such operations are ineligible for federal funding. Previously obligated funding is subject to 
de-obligation ifa detennination of ineligibility is made. 
4. Unusable equipment, debris and material shall be disposed of in an approved manner and 
location. In the event significant items (or evidence thereof) are discovered during 
implementation ofthe project applicant shall handle, manage, and dispose ofpetroleum 
products, hazardous materials and/or toxic waste in accordance to the requirements and to the 
satisfaction ofthe governing local, state and federal agencies. 
5. In accordance with the Fonnosan Tennite Initiative Act, (LA R.S. 3:339l.1 thru 3391.13) the 
Louisiana Parishes of Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson Davis, Orleans, Jefferson, Plaquemines, 
St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington are 
under quarantine. The movement of wood or cellulose material, temporary housing or 
architectural components (e.g. beams, doors and other wood salvaged from a structure) may not 
leave the quarantined parishes without written authorization from the commissioner ofthe 
Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry or his designee(s). 
6. This project involves the demolition or renovation of a public structure that may contain 
surfaces coated with Lead-Based Paint (LBP). Activities involving abrading (sanding, scraping, 
etc.), heating, stripping, or otherwise concentrating LBP shall comply with applicable 
provisions of29 CFR Parts 1910 and 1926 (OSHA -Worker Safety), and 40 CFR 260 through 
268 (EPA -Hazardous Waste). The applicant is responsible for ensuring that renovation or 
demolition activities are coordinated with the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality 
for abatement activities and is also responsible for ensuring proper disposal in accordance with 
the previously referenced regulations. 


Record of Environmental Consideration 7 08/28/06 


Reviewer Name: Catherine Jones Appliuot: Recovery School District 
DisuterlEmergeocylProgramIProject Title: DR 1603LA I Hurricane Katrina I Public Assistance Program I EOR 1926 Barbara Jordan ES-Library 
(Building F) 

7. This project involves the demolition or renovation of a public structure. Regardless ofthe 
asbestos content, the applicant is responsible for ensuring that renovation or demolition 
activities are coordinated with the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) in 
accordance with the LDEQ "Sixth Amended Declaration of Emergency and Administrative 
Order" dated June 30, 2006, incorporating the provisions ofEPA's National Emission Standards 
for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) and the Louisiana Administrative Code (LAC) 
33.m.SlSl and Chapter 27. Should Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMS) be present at the 
project site, the applicant is also responsible for ensuring proper disposal in accordance with the 
previously referenced administrative order. 

Monitoring Requirements: None