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Record of Environmental Consideration I 


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Reviewer Name: June R, Griffin Applicant: Recovery School District 
DlsasterlEmergencylProgramIProject Title: DR 1603LA I Hurricane Katrina !Public Assistance ProgramlEOR 2118 Alfred Lawless High School 
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See 44 Code of Federal Regulation Part 10. 

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Project NamelNumber: Thomas Alva Edison Elementary School-Building B I PW 13318 ! 

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Project Location: 5300 Law Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, Orleans Parish 70117 

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(N29.97679. W-90.01371) I 

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Project Description: Project activities include replacing 4600 SF of 12" X 12" VCT flooring, 4600 
SF of I" black iron grid system with textured 5/8" drywall, 4600 SQ FT ofR-19 fiberglass insulation, 
2400 LF of#14 three wire stranded branch circuit wiring, 40 standard electrical receptacle outlets, 4 
smoke detectors, 4-12" X 12" hydronic unit heaters, 155 LF of radiant heat pipe (one inch copper with 
metal fins 5" X 5" square), 100 SF of 114" wood paneling, 6800 SF of24 gauge corrugated roof 
decking and 6800 SF of 2" light weight concrete roof topping. Hazard Mitigation will be achieved by 
compliance with codes and standards. 

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) 

I2J (Long version) All applicable laws and executive orders were reviewed. Additional information for 
compliance is attached to this REC. 

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) 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) 
I2J 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 Environmental and Historic Preservation (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: June R. Griffin Applicaut: Recovery School District 
DisasterlEmergeucylProgramIProjedTide: DRI603LA I Hurricane Katrina !Public Assistance ProgramlEOR 2118 Alfred Lawless High School 
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Reviewer and Approvals 

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

Name: June 
8/30/06 
FEMA Re . nal Environmental Officer 0 
Name: Howard R. Bush. ELO 

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I. Compliance Review for Environmental Laws (other than NEPAl 

A. National Historic Preservation Act 

[8] Not type ofactivity with potential to affect historic properties. (Review Concluded) 

D Applicable executed Programmatic Agreement. Otherwise, conduct standard Section 106 review. 
D Activity meets Programmatic Allowances. 
Are project conditions required? D Yes (see Section V) D No (Review Concluded) 

HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES 
t8l 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 finding/SHPOITHPO concurrence on file) 
Are project conditions 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 conunents 
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 ofAdverse Effect completed. (MOA on file) 
Are project conditions required D Yes (see section V) D No (Review Concluded) 

ARCHEOLOGICAL RESOURCES 

[8] Project affects only previously disturbed ground. (Review Concluded) 
D Project affects undisturbed ground. 
D Project area has no potential for presence of archeological 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 ofno 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 
file) 


Reviewer Name: June R. Griffin Appliunt: Recovery School District 
DiS8sterlEmergencylProgramIProjectTitle: DRI603LA I Hurricane KatrinalPublic Assistance ProgramlEOR2118 Alfred Lawless High SchoolBuildingB 


o No Adverse Effect Determination. (FEMA finding! SHPOrrHPO concurrence on file) 
Are project conditions required? 0 Yes (see section V) 0 No (Review Concluded) 
o Adverse Effect Determination. (FEMA fmding! SHPOrrHPO concurrence on file)


o Resolution ofAdverse Effect completed. (MOA on file) 
Are project conditions required? 0 Yes (see section V) 0 No 
(Review Concluded) 

Comments: Building B was constructed in 1964. 

Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

B. Endangered Species Act 
181 No listed species and/or designated critical habitat present in areas affected directly or indirectly by the Federal action. (Review 
Concluded)

o Listed species and/or designated critical habitat present in the areas affected directly or indirectly by the Federal action. 

o 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) 0 No (Review Concluded) 


o 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) 

IComments: None 

C. Coastal Barrier Resources Act 

t8J 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) 

o Proposed action an exception under Section 3505.a.6? (Review Concluded) 
o 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 

t8J Project would not affect any waters of the U.S. (Review Concluded) 

o Project would affect waters, including wetlands, ofthe U.S. 

o Project exempted as in kind replacement or other exemption. (Review Concluded) 
o Project requires Section 404/401l0r 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 U.S. 
CorrespondenCe/Consultation/References: 

E. Coastal Zone Management Act 

o Project is not located in a coastal zone area and does not affect a coastal zone area (Review concluded) 

t8J Project is located in a coastal zone area and/or affects the coastal zone 
t8J State administering agency does not require consistency review. (Review Concluded). 

o State administering agency requires consistency review. 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO (Review Concluded) 

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Reviewer Name: June R. Griffin Applicant: Recovery School District 
DisasterlEmergencylProgramIProject Title: DR I603 LA I Hurricane Katrina !Public Assistance Program/EOR 2118 Alfred Lawless High SchoolBuildingB 


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 1-800-276-4019. Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

F. Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act 

~Project does not affect, control, or modify a waterwaylbody ofwater. (Review Concluded) 

o Project affects, controls or modifies a waterwaylbody of water. 

o Coordination with USFWS conducted 

o No Recommendations offered by USFWS. (Review Concluded) 
o Recommendations provided by USFWS. 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO (Review Concluded) 


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

G. Clean Air Act 

~Project will not result in permanent air emissions. (Review Concluded) 

o Project is located in an attainment area. (Review Concluded) 
o Project is located in a non-attainment area. 


o Coordination required with applicable state administering agency .. 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: Project will not result in permanent air emissions. 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

H. Farmland Protection Policy Act 

~Project does not affect designated prime or unique farmland. (Review Concluded) 

o Project causes unnecessary or irreversible conversion of designated prime or unique farmland. 

o Coordination with Natural Resource Conservation Commission required. 

o Farmland Conversion Impact Rating, Form AD-I006, completed. 
Are project conditions required? 0 YES (see section V) 0 NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: None 
Correspondence/Consultation/References: 

I. Migratory Bird Treaty Act 

o 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) [8l No (Review Concluded) 

o Project has potential to take migratory birds 

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

Comments: See letter from Don Fairley to Mr. Russ Watson with USF&WS, dated 09/1412005. Specifically, FEMA has 
determined that restoration projects funded with federal resources will not have adverse impacts on migratory birds or other 
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.gov/Documents/Mississippi map.pdf, 


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J. Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act 

r8I 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 detenninationlUSFWSINMFS 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 

r8I 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 detennined by NPSIUSFS. FEMA cannot fund the action. 
(NPSIUSFSIUSFWSIBLM consultation on file) (Review Concluded) 
D Project does not adversely affect WSR. (NPSIUSFSIUSFWSIBLM 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) 
r8I 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) 

~Possible adverse effects associated with investment in floodplain, occupancy or modification of floodplain 

environment 
r8I 8 Step Process Complete -documentation on file 
Are project conditions required? ~YES (see section V) D NO (Review Concluded) 

Comments: 08/09/2006 -The City ofNew Orleans 1Orleans Parish enrolled in the National Flood Insurance Program 
(NFIP) as of08/03/1970. Facility is located within an "A2" Zone, area of IOO-yr flooding, Base Flood Elevations and Flood 
Hazard Factors as detennined per Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) Panel Number 2252030115 E, dated 03/0111984. 
Project is repair of building 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 pennanent project files. A. C. Clark, Floodplain Specialist. 

Correspondence/Consultation/References: 


Reviewer Name: June R. Griffin Applicant: Recovery School District 
DisasterlEmergencylProgramlProjeet Title: DR1603LA I Hurricane Katrina !Public Assistance ProgramlEOR 2118 Alfred Lawless High SchoolBuildingB 


B. E.O. 11990 -Wetlands 
181 No Effects on Wetland(s) and project located outside WetJand(s) -(Review Concluded) 


o Located in Wetland or effects Wetland(s)
D Beneficial Effect on Wetland -(Review Concluded) 

o Possible adverse effect associated with constructing in or near wetland 

o Review completed as part of floodplain review 
o 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) 

oLow income or minority population in or near project area 

oNo disproportionately high and adverse impact on low income or minority population-(Review Concluded) 
o Disproportionately 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 checklist for guidance). 

Comments: None 
Co"espondence/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. If the circumstance can be mitigated, 
please explain in comments. Ifno, leave blank 

Yes 

o (i) Greater scope or size than normally experienced for a particular category of action 
o (ii) Actions with a high level ofpublic controversy 


D (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 of endangered 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 



Reviewer Name: June R. Griffin Applicant: Recovery School District 
DisasterlEmergencylProgramIProject Title: DR 1603LA I Hurricane Katrina lPublic Assistance ProgramlEOR 2118 Alfred Lawless High School -
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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 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. 
2. Removal and disposal ofdebris 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 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. 
3. In accordance with the Formosan Termite Initiative Act, (LA. R.8. 3:3391.1 thru 3391.13) the 
Louisiana Parishes of Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson Davis, Orleans, Jefferson, Plaquemines, 


81. Bernard, 81. Charles, 8t. John the Baptist, 8t. 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 ofthe 
Louisiana Department ofAgriculture and Forestry or his designee(s). 

Monitoring Requirements: None