Reviewer Name: Brandon M. Clade Applicant: Orleans Parish School Board 
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Record of Environmental Consideration 

See 44 Code ofFederal Regulation Part 10. 

Project NamelNumber: EOR 2018 Parkview Fundamental Magnet School-Unit 51 PW 13069 

Proiect Location: 4617 Mirabeau Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, Orleans Parish 70126 (N30.0105, 

W-90.0376) 

Project Description: Project activities include removing and replacing components ofthe facility to 
restore it to pre-disaster condition and upgrading to current codes and standards. Cumulative project 
activities include removing and replacing suspended fluorescent light fixtures, acoustical ceiling tiles, 
four-blade ceiling fans, copper gutters, pull down shades, built-up bitumen roof with aggregate, built-in 
wooden bookshelves and coat racks, asbestos floor tiles, wooden doors and frames, wooden pantry 
cabinets, plywood walls, chalk and tack boards, stainless steel urinals and sinks, ceramic wall and floor 
tiles, HV AC heating and cooling units, electrical and alarm components, and cleaning/sanitizing 
exterior brick plaster and interior brick partition walls. 

Documentation Reguirements 

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) 

[;8J (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 NEPA 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) 
[;8J Environmental Impact Statement 

Comments: 8/29/2006 -This project meets the criteria for an Alternative Arrangement (Permanent Schools) type ofproject. 
This project has conditions and requires mitigation under the other Environmental and Historic Preservation (EHP) Laws 
which are listed under the NEP A level of environmental 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 

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local, state and federal permits and requirements. Non-compliance with the requirements noted above may jeopardize the 
receipt offederal funding. Brandon M. Clark, Environmental Specialist 

Reviewer and Approvals 

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

FEMA Environmental Reviewer. 
Name: Brandon M. Clark, Environmental Specialist 


Signature ~M ~ ~c... . Date __08/29/06._~ 

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


. Date __08/29/06_---:.

Signature ~S&3 

I. Compliance Review for Environmental Laws (other than NEPA) 

A. National Historic Preservation Act 

D Not type ofactivity with potential to affect historic properties. <Review Concluded) 
~Applicable executed Programmatic Agreement_December 3, 2004_Otherwise, conduct standard Section 106 review. 
~Activity meets Programmatic Allowance # Section {II-A4, I1-C2. II-A2, II-E l. II-R, II-Cl, H-B l, II-B2} 
Are project conditions required? ~Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded) 

HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES 
D No historic properties that are listed or 45/50 years or older in project area. (Review Concluded) 
D Building or structure listed or 45150 years or older in project area and activity not exempt from review. 

D Determination ofNo Historic Properties Affected (FEMA fmdingiSHPOffHPO concurrence on file) 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded) 
D Determination ofHistoric Properties Affected (FEMA findingiSHPO/THPO 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 

o No Adverse Effect Determination (FEMA fmdingiSHPO/THPO concurrence on file). 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded) 
o Adverse Effect Determination (FEMA fmdingiSHPOffHPO concurrence on file)


o Resolution ofAdverse Effect completed. (MOA on file) 
Are project conditions required D Yes (see section V) 0 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 

o Determination ofno historic properties affected (FEMA findingiSHPO/THPO concurrence or 

consultation on file). <Review Concluded) 
D Project area has potential for presence ofarcheological resources 


o Determination ofno historic properties affected (FEMA fmdingiSHPO/THPO concurrence on file) 
Are project conditions required D Yes (see section V) D No (Review Concluded)
o Determination ofhistoric properties affected 


oNR eligible resources not present (FEMA findingiSHPO/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 fmdingl SHPOffHPO concurrence on 
file) 

D No Adverse Effect Determination. (FEMA fmdingl SHPOITHPO concurrence on file) 

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

D Adverse Effect Detennination. (FEMA finding! SHPOffHPO concurrence on file) 

D Resolution ofAdverse Effect completed. (MOA on file) 

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

Comments: 08/28/2006 -FEMA'S Programmatic Agreement (PA), dated December 3, 2004, provides for expedited project 
review under Section 106 ofthe National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). The scope ofwork as submitted in this PW 
has been reviewed and meets the criteria outlined in Appendix A, Programmatic Allowances, Section {II-A4, II-C2, II-A2, 
II-El, II-H, II-CI, II-BI, II-B2}, ofthe document. In accordance with the PA, FEMA is not required to determine the 
national register eligibility ofproperties or to submit projects to the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) for review 
where the work performed meets these allowances. In keeping with the stipUlations ofthe P A, all proposed repair activities 
should be done in-kind to match existing materials and form. Any change to the approved scope ofwork will require 
resubmission for re-evaluation under Section 106 and consultation with the SHPO. Non-compliance may jeopardize the 
receipt offederal funding. This concludes the Section 106 review for this project. V. Gomez, Historic Preservation 
Specialist 

Co"espondence/ConsultationlReferences: 

B. Endangered Species Act 

~No listed species and/or designated critical habitat present in areas affected directly or indirectly by the Federal action. 
<Review Concluded)
D 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? 0 Yes (see section V) 0 No <Review Concluded) 


o May affect, but not likely to adversely affect species or designated critical habitat (FEMA 
determinationlUSFWSINMFS concurrence on file) <Review Concluded) 


Are project conditions required? 0 Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded)
D Likely to adversely affect species or designated critical habitat 


o Formal consultation concluded. (Biological Assessment and Biological Opinion on file) 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO <Review Concluded) 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

C. Coastal Barrier Resources Act 

~Project is not on or connected to CBRA Unit or Otherwise Protected Area <Review Concluded). 

o Project is on or connected to CBRA Unit or Otherwise Protected Area. (FEMA determinationlUSFWS consultation on 

file) 
D Proposed action an exception under Section 3505.a.6? (Review Concluded) 
D Proposed action not excepted under Section 3505.a.6. 


Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO <Review Concluded) 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

D. Clean Water Act 

~Project would not affect any waters ofthe U.S. (Review Concluded) 

o Project would affect waters, including wetlands, of the U.S. 

o Project exempted as in kind replacement or other exemption. <Review Concluded) 
o Project requires Section 404/401/0r Section 9110 (Rivers and Harbors Act) permit, including qualification 
under Nationwide Permits. 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO (Review Concluded) 


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


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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) 
181 Project is located in a coastal zone area and/or affects the coastal zone 

~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) 

Comments: 08/2912006 -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 1-800-267-4019. Brandon M. Clark, Environmental Specialist 

Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

F. Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act 

[8J Project does not affect, control, or modify a waterwaylbody of water. <Review Concluded)
D Project affects, controls or modifies a waterwaylbody ofwater. 

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 ofthe United States. 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

G. Clean Air Act 

[8J 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: Project will not result in permanent air emissions. 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

H. Farmland Protection Policy Act 

[8J Project does not affect designated prime or unique farmland. (Review Concluded)
D Project causes unnecessary or irreversible conversion of designated prime or unique farmland. 
D Coordination with Natural Resource Conservation Commission required. 
D Farmland Conversion Impact Rating, Form AD-I 006, completed. 
Are project conditions required? D 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) 
[8J Project located within a flyway zone. 
[8J Project does not have potential to take migratory birds. (Review Concluded) 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) [8J No <Review Concluded)
D Project has potential to take migratory birds. 
D Contact made with USFWS 
Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: See letter from Don Fairley to Mr. Russ Watson with USF&WS, dated 09114/2005. Specifically, FEMA has 
determined that restoration projects funded with federal resources will not have adverse impacts on migratory birds or other 

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fish and wildlife reserves. These determinations are based on the understanding that the conditions outlined in the Louisiana 
Endangered Species Summary are met. 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: http://pacificflyway.govlDocumentsIMississippi map.pdf 

J. Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act 

~Project not located in or near Essential Fish Habitat. <Review Concluded) 
D Project located in or near Essential Fish Habitat. 
D Project does not adversely affect Essential Fish Habitat. <Review Concluded) 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded)
D Project adversely affects Essential Fish Habitat (FEMA determinationlUSFWSINMFS concurrence on file) 
D NOAA Fisheries provided no recommendation(s) <Review Concluded). 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded)
D NOAA Fisheries provided recommendation(s) 
D Written reply to NOAA Fisheries recommendations completed. 
Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D NO <Review Concluded) 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

K. Wild and Scenic Rivers Act 

~Project is not along and does not affect Wild or Scenic River (WSR) -<Review Concluded)
D Project is along or affects WSR 
D Project adversely affects WSR as determined by NPS/uSFS. FEMA cannot fund the action. 
(NPS/uSFS/uSFWSIBLM consultation on file) <Review Concluded)
D Project does not adversely affect WSR. (NPS/uSFS/uSFWSIBLM consultation on file) 
Are project conditions required? D YES (see section V) D 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 

D No Effect on FloodplainslFlood levels and project outside Floodplain -<Review Concluded) 

1:8:1 Located in Floodplain or Effects on FloodplainslFlood levels 
D No adverse effect on floodplain and not adversely affected by the floodplain. <Review Concluded), 

Are project conditions required? D Yes (see section V) D No <Review Concluded)
D Beneficial Effect on Floodplain OccupancyNalues <Review Concluded). 


1:8:1 Possible adverse effects associated with investment in floodplain, occupancy or modification offloodplain 
environment 

1:8:1 8 Step Process Complete -documentation on file 
Are project conditions required? 1:8:1 YES (see section V) D NO <Review Concluded) 

Comments: 08/08/2006 -The City ofNew Orleans 1Orleans Parish enrolled in the National Flood Insurance Program 
(NFIP) as of 08/03/1970. Facility is located within an "AT' Zone, area of 100-yr flooding, base flood elevations and flood 
hazard factors as determined per Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) Panel Number 2252030115 E, dated 03/0111984. 
Project is repair ofbuilding and replacement of equipment and components. In compliance with EO 11988, an 8-step 
process was completed and is attached. As per 44 CFR 9.11, mitigation or minimization standards must be applied. Where 
possible, building contents, materials, components and equipment (mechanical or electrical) must be elevated to or above 
advisory base flood elevations. Per 44 CFR 9.12, a fmal public notice is to be published 15 days prior to the start of any 
construction activities. Documentation of completed public notice is to be forwarded to FEMA and LA GOHSEP for 
inclusion in the permanent project files. A. C. Clark, Floodplain Specialist 

Correspondence/Consultation/References: 


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B. E.O. 11990 -Wetlands 

181 No Effects on Wetland(s) and project located outside Wetland(s) -(Review Concluded) 

oLocated in Wetland or effects Wetland(s) 

o Beneficial Effect on Wetland -(Review Concluded)
o Possible adverse effect associated with constructing in or near wetland 
oReview completed as part of floodplain review 
o8 Step Process Complete -documentation on file 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 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)

o Low income or minority population in or near project area 

o No disproportionately high and adverse impact on low income or minority population-(Review Concluded)
oDisproportionately high or adverse effects on low income or minority population 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 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 checldist 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. If no, leave blank. 

Yes 

o (i) Greater scope or size than normally experienced for a particular category ofaction 
o (ii) Actions with a high level of public controversy 
o (iii) Potential for degradation, even though slight, of already existing poor environmental 
conditions; 
o (iv) Employment of unproven technology with potential adverse effects or actions involving 
unique or unknown environmental risks; 
o (v) Presence ofendangered or threatened species or their critical habitat, or archaeological, 
cultural, historical or other protected resources; 
o (vi) Presence of hazardous or toxic substances at levels which exceed Federal, state or local 
regulations or standards requiring action or attention; 
o (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, 
sole or principal drinking water aquifers; 


o (viii) Potential for adverse effects on health or safety; and 
o (ix) Potential to violate a federal, state, local or tribal law or requirement imposed for the 


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D (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. 

Comments: None 
Co"espondenceiConsultationiRejerences: 

v. Environmental Review Project Conditions 

Project Conditions: 

1. In keeping with the stipulations ofthe PA, all proposed repair activities should be done in-kind to 
match existing materials and form. Any change to the approved scope ofwork will require 
resubmission for re-evaluation under Section 106 and consultation with the SHPO. Noncompliance 
may jeopardize the receipt offederal funding. This concludes the Section 106 
review for this project. 
2. As per 44 CFR 9.11, mitigation or minimization standards must be applied. Where possible, 
building contents, materials, components and equipment (mechanical or electrical) must be 
elevated to or above advisory base flood elevations. Per 44 CFR 9.12, a final public notice is to 
be published 15 days prior to the start ofany construction activities. Documentation of 
completed public notice is to be forwarded to FEMA and LA GOHSEP for inclusion in the 
permanent project files. 
3. 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 of petroleum products, 
hazardous materials and/or toxic waste in accordance to the requirements and to the satisfaction 
of the governing local, state and federal agencies. 
4. Removal and disposal of debris containing household hazardous waste and certain categories of 
liquid wastes must be performed in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws, 
regulations, executive orders and guidelines. LAC Title 33 Part vn 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 coJlection, staging, processing and disposal sites. 
5. In accordance with the Formosan Termite Initiative Act, (LA R.S. 3:3391.1 thru 3391.13) the 
Louisiana Parishes of Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson Davis, Orleans, Jefferson, Plaquemines, S1. 
Bernard, S1. Charles, S1. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington are under 
quarantine. The movement ofwood 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 of the Louisiana 
Department ofAgriculture 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. 



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7. This project involves the demolition or renovation ofa public structure. Regardless ofthe 
asbestos content, the applicant is responsible for ensuring that renovation or demolition activities 
are coordinated with the Louisiana Department ofEnvironmental Quality (LDEQ) in accordance 
with the LDEQ "Sixth Amended Declaration ofemergency 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. 
8. Mercury containing devices -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 of 
Environmental Quality (LDEQ) "Declaration ofEmergency; Mercury-Containing Devices and 
Electronic Equipment as Universal Waste" letter dated October 3,2005. 


Monitoring Requirements: None