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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTPROCESS AND PROCEDURES

SECTION 1

Environmental Assessment Certificate Application for the Richmond•Airport•Vancouver Rapid Transit Project

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1 Environmental Assessment Process and Procedures

1.1 RAVCo Approach to Environmental Impact Assessment and Management

The Richmond•Airport•Vancouver Rapid Transit Project (“RAV Project”, “RAV line”, “The Project”, “RAVP”) is a proposed rail rapid transit line that will connect central Richmond, Vancouver International Airport on Sea Island, and downtown Vancouver along one of the busiest traffic corridors in the region. This Application for an Environmental Assessment Certificate (EAC) was prepared by RAV Project Management Ltd. (RAVCo) to meet the requirements of the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Act (S.B.C. 2002, c. 43) (BCEAA) and a screening level review under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA). RAVCo was designated in February 2002 as a subsidiary of the Greater Vancouver Transit Authority (GVTA, TransLink) and a special purpose corporation responsible for the management and fulfillment of RAV line construction, and maintenance of public sector obligations under the Public/Private/Partnership (P3) process. The name, address and contact information for the Applicant of the Application are:

Richmond•Airport•Vancouver Project Management Ltd. (RAVCo) 1700 – 409 Granville Street Vancouver, B.C. V6C 1T2 Telephone: (604) 484-7287 Facsimile: (604) 484-6799 Email: [email protected]

Numerous factors have influenced RAVCo’s approach to environmental assessment and management for the RAV Project, including: • recent project experience by key members of RAVCo on the Millennium Line,

a rapid transit project extending from Clark Drive to Lougheed Mall and Lougheed Mall to New Westminster, completed in 2002, and other current regional transportation projects;


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• strategic planning undertaken during the RAV Project Pre-application Stage, in cooperation with the BC Environmental Assessment Office (BCEAO);

• Approved Terms of Reference (ATOR) for the EAC Application, prepared in accordance with section 11.4 of Schedule A of the Procedural Order for the RAV Project, issued under section 11 of the BCEAA on September 10, 2003;

• the characteristics of a linear project within an urban setting; • the selection of the Design Build Finance Operate Maintain (DBFOM)

procurement process; and • the need to satisfy project review requirements set out by multiple levels of

government. 1.2 Scope of the Environmental Approval Certificate

Application

To meet the requirements of the BCEAA and CEAA, the assessment addresses the following: (a) Environmental effects of the project, including, but not necessarily limited

to, effects on: (i) fish and fish habitat; (ii) wildlife, including birds and marine mammals; (iii) vegetation and city trees; (iv) air and water quality; (v) marine environment resulting from ocean dumping; and (vi) noise, dust and vibration.

(b) Social, economic and health values. (c) Heritage values and archaeological resources. (d) Environmental effects of accidents and malfunctions. (e) Cumulative environmental effects. (f) Effects of the environment on the project. (g) Criteria for determining significance of effects. (h) Technically and economically feasible mitigation measures to address

any adverse environmental effects. (i) Comments from the public.


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(j) Any other matters that the BCEAO or the Federal Responsible Authorities consider relevant to the assessment and may require to be considered.

1.3 Purpose and Understanding of the EA Review

Process

Both the BCEAA and CEAA outline an environmental assessment process designed to identify and assess potential effects associated with proposed projects, and to ensure that project-specific mitigation measures are developed for managing those effects. In general, environmental assessment includes four main elements: • opportunities for all interested parties, including First Nations, to identify

issues and provide input; • technical studies of potential environmental, social, economic, heritage and/or

health effects of the proposed project; • identification of ways to prevent or minimize undesirable effects and enhance

desirable effects; and • consideration of input received from all interested parties during compilation

of assessment findings and in making decisions about project acceptability. In B.C., the environmental assessment review process generally consists of two stages: Pre-Application and Application Review. Pre-Application focuses on issue identification based on consultations with interested and potentially affected parties – such as Federal, Provincial and local governments, First Nations and the public. This leads to the development of ATOR for the proponent’s EAC Application. The Application Review stage is devoted to a review of the Application and concludes with a referral to Ministers for a certification decision1. Included in the BCEAO’s report to the Ministers is an indication of whether or not the government agencies that have been involved in the review consider particular issues to be resolved from a government policy perspective. The BCEAO also provides the Ministers with a sense of the views held by other

1 In the case of the RAV Project, an Environmental Assessment certification decision will

be made jointly by the Minister of Sustainable Resource Management; the Minister of Water, Land and Air Protection; and the Minister of Community, Aboriginal and Women’s Services.


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parties on those issues, and on the project’s public acceptability, in general. At this point, the Ministers make an informed decision, taking into consideration potential environmental, economic, social, heritage and health effects of the project, the fulfillment of legal obligations towards First Nations, and any other matters they consider relevant to the public interest. Environmental assessment is one component of B.C.’s overall land and resource management system. Other components include land use planning, land and resource tenuring, permitting and other review/approval mechanisms, and operations management. Each component, and its applicable laws, regulations, policies and technical guidelines, support Provincial goals for economic development, environmental protection and community stability. 1.4 Purpose and Understanding of the Approved Terms

of Reference

In November 2003, the BCEAO issued approved “Environmental Assessment Certificate Application Terms of Reference – Richmond/Airport/Vancouver Rapid Transit Project” (see Appendix 1-A). Prepared in accordance with section 11.4 of Schedule A of the Procedural Order for the RAV Project, issued under section 11 of the BCEAA on September 10, 2003, the ATOR identify information that must be included in the RAV Project EAC Application in order to meet the requirements of both the BCEAA and CEAA. In addition to information requirements, the ATOR also include information sources and general approaches and assessment methodologies for the studies and activities to be conducted in support of the Application. The RAV Project EAC Application is being submitted to the BCEAO pursuant to section 16 of BCEAA.


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1.5 Basis for the RAV Project Review

1.5.1 The Federal/Provincial Work Plan for Conducting a Joint Review

Under the Canada – British Columbia Agreement for Environmental Assessment Cooperation, when Canada and BC both have an interest in a project, a cooperative environmental assessment is undertaken. To that end, a work plan was established by the BCEAO and the CEA Agency, Infrastructure Canada (INFC), Transport Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and Environment Canada. The primary contacts in relation to the work plan were the BCEAO and the CEA Agency. The CEA Agency consulted with Federal Responsible Authorities in relation to any proposed amendments to the work plan to ensure their legal obligations under the CEAA were fully addressed. 1.5.2 The Application of Provincial EA Legislation

On January 13, 2003, RAVCo requested that the BCEAO designate the RAV Project as a reviewable project under section 7(1) of the BCEAA. This request was granted by the Executive Director of the BCEAO on January 22, 2003. On February 10, 2003, the BCEAO issued a section 10 Order pursuant to the BCEAA, ordering that the RAV Project would require an environmental assessment certificate and that the proponent not proceed with the RAV Project until it had received an assessment. As described above (SECTION 1.4), on September 10, 2003, the BCEAO issued a section 11 Procedural Order pursuant to BCEAA, defining the scope of the RAV Project assessment and the procedures and methods for conducting the assessment pursuant to the Act. Both the section 10 Order and the section 11 Order are posted on the BCEAO website at www.eao.gov.bc.ca.


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1.5.3 The Application of Federal EA Legislation

Under CEAA, an environmental assessment must be conducted before a Federal RA, such as INFC, can exercise certain powers or perform certain duties or functions for the purposes of enabling a project to proceed, in whole or in part. Also, in the case of the RAV Project, an EA was required before authorizations or approvals could be issued by DFO pursuant to section 35(2) of the Fisheries Act or by Transport Canada pursuant to section 5(1)(a) of the Navigable Waters Protection Act; and before Environment Canada could issue a permit for ocean dumping of construction material, if required, pursuant to section 127(1) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act. Since the project is not described in the Comprehensive Study List Regulation of CEAA, a screening level assessment, rather than a comprehensive assessment, was required. INFC, Transport Canada, DFO and Environment Canada were identified as Federal Responsible Authorities for the purposes of the project assessment. The CEA Agency, with the input and involvement of all Responsible Authorities, coordinated Federal involvement throughout the cooperative environmental assessment of the RAV Project.

1.6 Environmental Assessment Review of the RAV Project

1.6.1 General

The assessment procedures at the Pre-Application stage of the RAV Project were focused on the scoping of issues for review and the development of the Application terms of reference, through consultation with First Nations and Federal, Provincial and Municipal agencies and other organizations. 1.6.2 Advisory Review Teams

The BCEAO, in accordance with section 6 of the September 10, 2003 Procedural Order, took steps to establish advisory review teams to assist it during the assessment of the RAV Project. Two review teams were organized:


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• a Biophysical/Technical Working Group (BTWG); and • a Socio-Economic/Community Working Group (SEWG). The Working Groups were established to examine environmental and technical design issues, including those affecting marine habitats, air quality, vegetation, wildlife, archaeological resources, socio-economic issues and health effects. Specific tasks of the Working Groups included: • provision of advice on whether the Application meets the ATOR; • review and comment on the Application, once accepted for review; • provision of advice on issues raised during the course of the assessment;

and • provision of input into the development of the assessment reports. 1.6.2.1 Working Group Membership

An invitation to participate in the Working Groups was issued by BCEAO to: • Provincial government ministries; • Federal government departments; • City of Vancouver; • City of Richmond; • Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD); • Vancouver International Airport Authority (VIAA); • Greater Vancouver Regional Transport Authority (TransLink); and • the following First Nations:

- the Musqueam Indian Band; - the Squamish Nation; - the Tsleil-Waututh First Nation; - the Sto:Lo Nation; - the Tsawwassen First Nation; and - the Katzie Indian Band.

Designated members of the BTWG and SEWG are listed in Appendix 1-A. The six First Nations identified as potentially having an interest in the RAV Project were invited to join the Working Groups and to attend all meetings. They also received all project-related review documents.


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Proposed agendas were distributed prior to the meetings to give Working Group members an opportunity to decide which meetings warranted their participation. All Working Group members did not attend every meeting. 1.6.2.2 Working Group Meetings

On September 19, 2003, Draft Terms of Reference (DTOR) were distributed for review to agencies and First Nations invited to participate in the RAV Project review, and to members of the two Working Groups. The DTOR were also posted on the BCEAO’s electronic Project Information Centre (ePIC), available online at www.eao.gov.bc.ca. Following a meeting of the Working Groups on October 16, 2003 to discuss the DTOR, the BCEAO issued Revised Terms of Reference (RTOR) on October 30, 2003. These were discussed at a Working Group meeting on November 6, 2003. At a third meeting on December 9, 2003, RAVCo presented a project update and project subconsultants delivered brief presentations describing the preliminary results of archaeological/heritage, terrestrial/biophysical, arboreal, noise, and electric and magnetic field assessments. Following each presentation, Working Group members had an opportunity to ask questions and comment on study results. On September 8, 2004, RAVCo provided a project update to meeting participants. Final minutes from the Working Group meetings, all of which were held prior to Application submission, are available on the BCEAO’s ePIC website. 1.6.3 Proponent Response

RAVCo, in accordance with section 11 of the Procedural Order, responded to issues identified in government agency and First Nation comments on the DTOR, as well as the RTOR. Upon receiving comments from the government agencies and First Nations (both in writing and during meetings and one-on-one discussions), RAVCo followed up with the respective contacts to clarify and discuss their issues and concerns.


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Upon endorsement by the Working Groups, the BCEAO issued the ATOR, in compliance with section 11.4 of the Procedural Order, on November 19, 2003. The BCEAO is satisfied that government agency and First Nation comments received during the Pre-Application stage were properly considered in preparing the ATOR. Since RAVCo carried out a significant public consultation process during this time period, the BCEAO is also satisfied that the ATOR reflect public interests and issues established during this process.

1.6.4 Application Review

Upon submission of the EAC Application, the BCEAO and the Working Groups will determine if the document contains all required information, as set out in the ATOR, and can be accepted for review pursuant to section 2 of the Prescribed Time Limits Regulation (B.C. Reg. 372/2002). Once accepted, the Application will be reviewed in accordance with the BCEAO Procedural Order that defines the scope, procedure and methods of the assessment of the RAV Project. Project partners, including the City of Vancouver, the City of Richmond, the GVRD and the VIAA, each have representatives on the two technical Working Groups who will participate in the environmental assessment review process.

Environmental Certificate Application Terms of Reference -Richmond/Airport/Vancouver Rapid Transit Project (RAVP)

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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATE

APPLICATION TERMS OF REFERENCE –

RICHMOND/AIRPORT/VANCOUVER RAPID TRANSIT

PROJECT (RAVP)

With Respect To: An Application for an Environmental Assessment Certificate Pursuant to

the Environmental Assessment Act, S.B.C. 2002, c. 43

November 19, 2003

Richmond/Airport/Vancouver Rapid Transit EA Certificate Application Terms of Reference

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PREFACE

The Project is subject to review under the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Act, SBC 2002, c.43 (Act) as well as under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, SC 1992, c.37 (CEAA).

This document outlines the project review process and procedures, as well as information requirements that the proponent is to follow in the preparation of the RAVP application for an environmental assessment certificate and has been developed to meet the requirements of both the Act and CEAA. The enclosed requirements have been prepared based on input from the project proponent, federal, provincial, and local government agencies. Drafts of this document have also been issued to First Nations for comments.


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Preface . ..........................................................................................................................................iii Table of Contents . ........................................................................................................................... v List of Figures. .................................................................................................................... vii List of Appendices............................................................................................................... vii List of Abbreviations .....................................................................................................................vii

PART A: The Environmental Assessment Process and Procedures

1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Background....................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Project Description ........................................................................................................... 2 1.3 Construction Scheduling and Sequencing ........................................................................ 2 1.4 Purpose of the Application Terms of Reference............................................................... 4

2 PROJECT COMPONENTS AND SCOPE OF THE ASSESSMENT.................................... 5 2.1 Scope of the Project .......................................................................................................... 5 2.2 Scope of the Assessment .................................................................................................. 6

3 THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PROCESS......................................................... 7 3.1 Overview........................................................................................................................... 7 3.2 Basis for the RAVP Review ............................................................................................. 8

3.2.1 The Federal/Provincial Work Plan for Conducting a Joint Review ........................... 8 3.2.2 The Application of Provincial EA legislation ............................................................ 8 3.2.3 The Application of Federal EA legislation................................................................. 8

3.3 EA Review of the RAV Project........................................................................................ 9 3.3.1 General ....................................................................................................................... 9 3.3.2 Advisory Review Teams ............................................................................................ 9 3.3.3 Proponent Response ................................................................................................. 10 3.3.4 Application Review.................................................................................................. 10

4 INFORMATION DISTRIBUTION AND CONSULTATION............................................. 11 4.1 Access to Information..................................................................................................... 11 4.2 Public Notification and Consultation.............................................................................. 11

4.2.1 Proponent Activities................................................................................................. 11 4.2.2 EAO Activities ......................................................................................................... 12

4.3 First Nations Involvement and Consultation .................................................................. 12 4.4 Status of Established Assessment Procedures ................................................................ 13


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Part B: Application Terms of Reference

1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................. 15

2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION................................................................................................... 16 2.1 General............................................................................................................................ 16 2.2 Project Rationale............................................................................................................. 16 2.3 Alternative Means of Carrying out the Project ............................................................... 16 2.4 Design/Construction Plan and Timetable ....................................................................... 16

3 CONSULTATION AND COMMUNICATION................................................................... 17 3.1 General............................................................................................................................ 17 3.2 First Nation Consultation................................................................................................ 17 3.3 Public Consultation......................................................................................................... 17

4 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT (EIA) ....................................................... 20 4.1 EIA Methodology ........................................................................................................... 20 4.2 Screening Level Contaminated Sites Assessment .......................................................... 20 4.3 Fisheries and Aquatic Assessment.................................................................................. 20 4.4 Socio-Economic/Socio-Community Assessment ........................................................... 21 4.5 Terrestrial Biophysical/Arboreal Assessment ................................................................ 21 4.6 Air Quality Assessment .................................................................................................. 22 4.7 Noise Assessment ........................................................................................................... 22 4.8 Archaeological and Traditional Use Assessment ........................................................... 22 4.9 Historical Overview Assessment .................................................................................... 23 4.10 Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) .............................................................................. 23 4.11 Cumulative Environmental Effects Assessment ............................................................. 23 4.12 Accidents and Malfunctions Analysis ............................................................................ 24 4.13 Effects of the Environment on the RAV Project ............................................................ 25 4.14 Disposal of Excavated Material ...................................................................................... 25

5 GEOTECHNICAL ISSUES …............................................................................................. 26

6 LAND ACQUISITION......................................................................................................... 27

7 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM.......................................................... 28 7.1 RAVCO Approach to Environmental Management ....................................................... 28 7.2 Inspection and Reporting................................................................................................ 28 7.3 Habitat Mitigation and Compensation Plans .................................................................. 28 7.4 Permits, Licenses and Approvals.................................................................................... 28 7.5 Allocation of Responsibility for Environmental Requirements...................................... 28 7.6 Specific Construction Environmental Management Plans (EMP).................................. 28

7.6.1 Surface Water Quality and Sediment Control Plan.................................................. 29 7.6.2 Contaminated Sites Management Plan..................................................................... 29 7.6.3 Hazardous Waste Management and Spill Plan......................................................... 29 7.6.4 Construction Waste (Demolition, Land Clearing and Construction) Management

Plan........................................................................................................................... 29 7.6.5 Air Quality and Dust Control Plan........................................................................... 29 7.6.6 Noise Management Plan........................................................................................... 29 7.6.7 Landscape Design and Restoration Plan .................................................................. 29 7.6.8 Archaeological Monitoring Plan .............................................................................. 30


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7.6.9 Environmental Education and Awareness Plan........................................................ 30 7.7 Operational Environmental Management Plan ............................................................... 30

8 RESIDUAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS...................................................................... 31 LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1: RAVP Rail Line ......................................................................................................3 LIST OF APPENDICES Appendix 1: Biophysical/Technical Working Group (BTWG) .................................................... 32 Appendix 2: Socio-Economic/Community Technical Working Group (SEWG) .......................33 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS.......................................................................................................viii


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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

ACT British Columbia Environmental Assessment Act ATOR Approved Terms of Reference BAFO Best and Final Offer BTWG Biophysical/Technical Working Group CEAA Canadian Environmental Assessment Act DFO Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada DLC Demolition, Land Clearing and Construction DTOR Draft Terms of Reference EA Environmental Assessment EAC Environmental Assessment Certificate EAO Environmental Assessment Office EC Environment Canada EMF Electric and Magnetic Fields EMI Electric Magnetic Interference EMP Environmental Management Plan EPIC Electronic Project Information Centre FEARO Federal Environmental Assessment Review Office GVRD Greater Vancouver Regional District GVTA Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority HVAC Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning HZ Hertz INFC Infrastructure Canada ORDER Procedural Order RAs Responsible Authorities RAV Richmond/Airport/Vancouver Rapid Transit System RAVCO RAV Project Management Ltd. RAVP Richmond/Airport/Vancouver Rapid Transit System RFP Request for Proposals RTOR Revised Terms of Reference SARA Species at Risk Act SEWG Socio-Economic/Community Working Group TC Transport Canada TOR Terms of Reference TransLink Greater Vancouver Regional Transport Authority VEC Valued Ecosystem Components YVR Vancouver International Airport Authority


PART A ________________________________________________________________________

The Environmental Assessment Process and Procedures


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1 INTRODUCTION ________________________________________________________________________ 1.1 Background The Richmond/Airport/Vancouver Rapid Transit Project (the “RAV Project” or “RAVP”) is a rapid rail connection between downtown Vancouver and central Richmond, with a connection to the Vancouver International Airport. A rail connection in the north/south corridor has a long history of study, which dates back to the early 1970’s. During the consultation program for the TransLink Strategic Transportation Plan, 1999, several regional agencies expressed renewed interest in a rapid transit link to connect Richmond and Vancouver, with a link to serve both the growing employment base at the Airport, and existing and future terminals.

The regional plan calls for increased transit capacity in this corridor. The north-south corridor between Richmond, the Airport and Vancouver is one of the busiest in the region. Over the next 20 years, population will grow significantly; by 50 percent in Vancouver’s central business district, 70 percent in central Richmond, and 70 percent at the airport, according to the project proponent.

Eight agencies agreed to participate in the RAV Project including: the Government of Canada; the Province of British Columbia; the Vancouver International Airport Authority (YVR); the Greater Vancouver Transportation Authority (GVTA); the City of Richmond; the City of Vancouver; the Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD); and the Vancouver Port Authority (Participating Agencies). These agencies participated in three phases of work from September 2000 to January 2003. Phase 1 consisted of an agreement on the RAV Project organization and objectives. Phase 2 consisted of an assessment of the need to build a rapid transit connection by 2010, and the potential to fund such an investment. Phase 3, the project definition phase, consisted of a financial and technical evaluation to determine if it was possible to complete the project by 2010, as well as an evaluation of a possible delivery method and schedule. Phase 3 was completed in February 2003 with the issuance of a project definition report, which concluded that the RAV Project, consisting of the design, construction, financing, operation and maintenance of the new rail rapid transit line, undertaken as a public private partnership, is technically and financially feasible. The report also concluded that the RAV Project could be completed by 2010.

In November of 2002, a Request for Expression of Interest was issued by the RAVP project office. Based on the Expression of Interest received and evaluated in early 2003, four proponent teams (Proponents) were selected to receive Requests for Proposal.

Since January 2003, work has continued on technical, engineering and environmental work and studies, liaising with the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Office (the “EAO”) and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the “CEA Agency”), the public, through First Nations consultation, regulatory agency meetings and Participating Agencies discussions and negotiations. RAV Project Management Ltd. (the “RAVCO”) was formed as a special purpose corporation incorporated for the purposes of implementing the RAV Project.

The Government of Canada, the Province of British Columbia, YVR and GVTA have each approved the implementation of the RAV Project and have agreed to provide funding. As part of the regional approval, the cities of Vancouver and Richmond and the GVRD have also given their


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approval of the RAV Project. In August 2003, RAVCO issued a Request for Proposals (the “RFP”) to the Proponents for the design, construction, financing, operation and maintenance of the RAV Project under a long-term concession agreement (the “Concession Agreement”). The RFP requests Proponents to submit their proposals by December 2003. These will be evaluated and it is intended that two Proponents will be selected to submit a Best and Final Offer in late 2004. RAVCO intends to select one of the two Proponents as the Preferred Proponent and will enter into discussions and negotiations with the Preferred Proponent to reach agreement on the final terms of the Concession Agreement.

1.2 Project Description The RAV Project will provide a rapid rail transit connection between central Richmond, the Airport and Sea Island, central Broadway and downtown Vancouver, linking to existing rapid transit lines at Waterfront Station, and with major east/west transit services, creating a transit network to serve the region.

The proposed route will be along the Cambie Corridor in Vancouver, No. 3 Road in Richmond, and Grant McConachie Way on Sea Island to the Airport (See Figure 1, on the next page). The project characteristics are as shown in Table 1.

Table 1: Project Characteristics Length 19.5 km Number of Stations Up to 18 Number of Bridges 2 (North Arm and Middle Arm of Fraser River) Ancillary Facilities Operations and Maintenance Centre (on

industrial lands on north side of North Arm of Fraser River)

Major Activity Centres Vancouver Central Business District, Central Broadway, Airport (Sea Island), Richmond City Centre

Travel Time 25/30 minutes Airport/Central Richmond to downtown (varies depending on configuration)

Estimated Cost $1.5 - $1.7 billion Usage Approximately 40 million boardings annually

2010, growing to 50 million by 2021 Service Commencement Date November 30, 2009

The horizontal alignment is generally defined as described in Figure 1. For planning purposes, the vertical configuration has been identified and is further described in Section 2.1 of this document.

The technology, configuration and final alignment will be determined as part of the competitive procurement processes within these parameters.

1.3 Construction Scheduling and Sequencing At present, the commencement of construction is scheduled for the spring of 2005. This will occur when the Concession Agreement has been successfully negotiated with a Preferred Proponent (Concessionaire), the environmental assessment certificate has been issued, the RAV Project has received approval under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, S.C. 1992, c.37 (the “CEAA”), all necessary approvals required to commence construction have been obtained and the Concessionaire has then been given the formal written Notice to Proceed.


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Figure 1: Reference Alignment

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Airport

Waterfront

Fraser River

Robson

Davie

Broadway

King Edward

Oakridge

49 th Ave.

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A construction plan including anticipated schedule, sequencing, timing, duration and milestones will be outlined in the Application. RAVCO is addressing applicable environmental processes, and possible effects such processes may have on scheduling, with the YVR, the City of Vancouver and the City of Richmond.

1.4 Purpose of the Application Terms of Reference This document – entitled “Environmental Assessment Certificate Application Terms of Reference – Richmond/Airport/Vancouver Rapid Transit Project (RAVP)” (the “Approved Terms of Reference” or “ATOR”) – has been issued in accordance with section 11.4 of Schedule A of the Procedural Order for the RAVP issued under section 11 of the Act. This Order was issued by the EAO on September 10, 2003. The purpose of this document is to identify information to be included in an application for an environmental assessment certificate for the proposed RAV Project (the “Application”), as well as to outline the process for the development of these information requirements. The terms of reference include information requirements to meet the requirements of both the Act and CEAA.

The ATOR include information requirements, information sources, and general approaches and assessment methodologies for studies and activities to be conducted in support of the Application. The Application is to be prepared and submitted to the EAO pursuant to section 16 of the Act and pursuant to section 5 of the Prescribed Time Limits Regulation (B.C. Reg. 372/2002). The Application will include an assessment of potential environmental, economic, social, heritage and health effects of the RAV Project.


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2 PROJECT COMPONENTS AND SCOPE OF THE ASSESSMENT ________________________________________________________________________ 2.1 Scope of the Project Pursuant to section 3 of Schedule A of the Procedural Order (the “Order”) issued by the EAO on September 10, 2003 under section 11 of the Act for the scope, procedure and methods of the assessment of the RAVP and pursuant to the federal/provincial Work Plan for the joint project review and assessment, the RAV Project includes the following on-site and off-site physical works and the activities associated with the construction and operation of these physical works:

(a) The rail line, as proposed, between Richmond Centre, Vancouver Airport and the Vancouver Waterfront Station, including all associated structures and infrastructure essential to construct and operate this rapid transit rail line. This will include fabrication of associated structures, such as – but not limited to – bridges; pilings; structural fills; works in a water body; power supply; fuel storage facilities; sewage disposal; construction platforms; storage sites and all equipment and machinery. For the purpose of “project scoping” and until the final alignment and vertical grade separation have been agreed to, the rail line is anticipated in the following sectional alternatives: (i) Vancouver Waterfront Station to 37th Avenue: twin-bored tunnel; (ii) 37th Avenue to 63rd Avenue: two alternatives:

(a) cut and cover from 37th Avenue to 46th Avenue and then at street level onwards to 63rd Avenue; or

(b) cut and cover from 37th Avenue to 49th Avenue and then in a trench onwards to 63rd Avenue;

(iii) 63rd Avenue to Bridgeport: elevated; (iv) Bridgeport to Airport terminals: elevated; and (v) Bridgeport to Richmond: two alternatives:

(a) elevated; or (b) at street level.

(b) New fabrication facility for guideway components, if required. (c) Construction of all proposed 18 stations1 including all associated structures and

infrastructure, such as – but not limited to – ticketing facilities; access (elevators/walkways); parking; bus loading bays; waste disposal; power and lighting.

(d) Three future stations at 2nd Avenue and at 56th Avenue in Vancouver, and at Capstan Way in Richmond, respectively.

(e) Construction of the project’s Operation and Maintenance Centre, on industrial lands located on the north side of the North Arm of the Fraser River, including all associated structures, infrastructure and machinery and equipment.

(f) Construction and operation of any new barge loading facilities for offshore dumping of tunnelling and other excavation material.

(g) All construction activities including marine operations of barges used for project-specific ocean dumping of excavated or other project construction material.

(h) Construction and decommissioning of any temporary haul roads and tunnelling access points (assumed to be at the Waterfront Station; at 6 th Avenue/Cambie Street; and at 37th Avenue/Cambie Street).

1 Waterfront; Robson; Davie; Broadway; King Edward; Oakridge; 49th Avenue; Marine Drive; Bridgeport; Cambie;

Alderbridge; Westminster; Richmond Centre; YVR1; YVR2, YVR3, YVR4 and YVR5 (Vancouver Airport stations).


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(i) Modifications of existing infrastructure, such as roads that may need to be widened or relocated as a result of the project (such as the No. 3 Road in Richmond).

(j) Maintenance work, such as track grinding. (k) Any off-site or on-site compensation and/or mitigation works, if required.

2.2 Scope of the Assessment To meet requirements of the Act and CEAA, the assessment must consider the following potential impacts of the RAV Project: (a) Environmental effects of the project, including, but not necessarily limited to, effects on: (i) fish and fish habitat; (ii) wildlife, including birds and marine mammals;

(iii) vegetation and city trees; (iv) air and water quality; (v) marine environment resulting from ocean dumping; and (vi) noise, dust and vibration.

(b) Social, Economic and Health Values. (c) Heritage Values and Archaeological Resources. (d) Environmental Effects of Accidents and Malfunctions. (e) Cumulative Environmental Effects. (f) Effects of the environment on the Project. (g) Criteria for Determining Significance of Effects. (h) Measures that are technically and economically feasible to mitigate any adverse

environmental effects. (i) Comments from the public. (j) Any other matters that the EAO or the RAs consider relevant to the assessment and may

require to be considered.

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3 THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT PROCESS ________________________________________________________________________ 3.1 Overview The environmental assessment (EA) process under the provincial Act identifies and assesses the potential effects that may result from a proposed project, and develops measures for managing those effects. In general, environmental assessment includes four main elements:

• opportunities for all interested parties, including First Nations, to identify issues and provide input;

• technical studies of the relevant environmental, social, economic, heritage and/or health effects of the proposed project;

• identification of ways to prevent or minimize undesirable effects and enhance desirable effects; and

• consideration of the input of all interested parties in compiling the assessment findings and making decisions about project acceptability.

The Act and accompanying regulations establish the framework for delivering EA. However, the scope, procedures and methods of each assessment are tailored specifically to the circumstances of the proposed project. This allows for each assessment to focus on the issues relevant to whether or not that project should proceed.

The EA review process generally consists of the Pre-application and Application Review stages. Pre-application focuses on issue identification based on consultations with interested and potentially affected parties – generally to include federal, provincial, local governments, First Nations and the public. This leads to the development of terms of reference which the proponent will have to satisfy in preparing its application for an environmental assessment certificate. The Application Review stage is devoted to a review of the actual application, and concludes with a referral to Ministers for a certification decision2.

When the EAO reports to Ministers at the conclusion of the assessment, it will include an indication of whether or not government agencies consider particular issues to be resolved from a government policy perspective, as well a sense of the views of other parties on those issues, and on the public acceptability of the project in general. At that point, Ministers will make an informed decision taking into consideration potential environmental, economic, social, heritage and health effects of the project, the fulfilment of legal obligations towards First Nations, and any other matters they consider relevant to the public interest.

EA is one component of British Columbia’s overall land and resource management system. Other components include land use planning, land and resource tenuring, permitting and other review/approval mechanisms, and operations management. Each component, and its applicable laws, regulations, policies and technical guidelines, support provincial goals for economic development, environmental protection and community stability.

2 In the case of the RAVP an EA certification decision will be made jointly by the Minister of Sustainable Resource

Management; the Minister of Water, Land and Air Protection; and the Minister of Community, Aboriginal and Women’s Services.


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3.2 Basis for the RAVP Review 3.2.1 The Federal/Provincial Work Plan for Conducting a Joint Review Under the Canada-British Columbia Agreement for Environmental Assessment Cooperation, where Canada and British Columbia have an interest in a project, a cooperative environmental assessment will be undertaken. The purpose of this work plan is to identify the process for the efficient and timely cooperative environmental assessment and the information requirements and analysis necessary to meet the legislated environmental assessment requirements of both Canada and British Columbia.

This work plan has been established by the EAO and the CEA Agency, Infrastructure Canada (INFC), Transport Canada (TC), Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and Environment Canada (EC). The primary contacts in relation to the work plan are the EAO and the CEA Agency. The CEA Agency will consult with federal Responsible Authorities (RAs) in relation to any proposed amendments to the work plan to ensure their legal obligations under the CEAA are fully addressed.

3.2.2 The Application of Provincial EA legislation On January 13, 2003 the proponent, RAV Project Management Ltd. – RAVCO, represented by their project office, requested that RAVP be designated as a reviewable project under section 7(1) of the British Columbia Environmental Assessment Act S.B.C. 2002, c. 43 (the “Act”). On January 22, 2003 the Executive Director of the EAO granted this request. On February 10, 2003 the EAO issued a section 10 Order pursuant to the Act, ordering that the RAV Project will require an environmental assessment certificate and that the proponent may not proceed with the RAV Project without an assessment.

On September 10, 2003, the EAO issued a section 11 procedural Order pursuant to the Act, defining the scope of the RAV Project assessment and the procedures and methods for conducting the assessment pursuant to the Act.

Both the section 10 Order and the section 11 Order are posted on the EAO website at www.eao.gov.bc.ca.

3.2.3 The Application of Federal EA legislation An environmental assessment of a project is required under CEAA before a federal authority exercises certain powers or performs certain duties or functions in respect of a project for the purposes of enabling the project to be carried out, in whole or in part. In relation to the RAV Project, an environmental assessment is required before INFC provides financial assistance to the proponent under a Memoranda of Understanding with TC before DFO issues authorizations or approvals pursuant to section 35(2) of the Fisheries Act and section 5(1)(a) of the Navigable Waters Protection Act; and before EC issues a permit for ocean dumping of construction material, if required, pursuant to section 127(1) of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act. Since the project is not described in the Comprehensive Study List Regulation of CEAA, a screening assessment is required.

INFC, TC, DFO and EC have been identified as federal RAs for the purposes of this project assessment. The CEA Agency with the input and involvement of all RAs, will coordinate federal involvement throughout the cooperative environmental assessment.


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3.3 EA Review of the RAV Project 3.3.1 General On September 10, 2003, the EAO issued the procedural Order outlining the scope, procedures and methods for the EA review of the proposed RAV Project, including both Pre-application and Application Review stages. The assessment procedures at the Pre-application stage are focused on the scoping of issues for review and the development of the Application terms of reference through consultation with First Nations and federal, provincial, municipal agencies and other organizations.

3.3.2 Advisory Review Teams The EAO, in accordance with section 6 of the above procedural Order, took steps to establish advisory review teams to assist the EAO on the assessment of the RAV Project. Two such review teams have been organized:

• A Biophysical/Technical Working Group (BTWG); and • A Socio-Economic/Community Working Group (SEWG).

The working groups were established to examine environmental and technical design issues, covering marine habitats, air quality, vegetation, wildlife, archaeology, socio-economic issues and health effects. Specific tasks of the working groups will include:

• providing advice on whether the proponent’s Application meets the terms of reference; • reviewing and commenting on the Application, once accepted for review; • providing advice on issues raised during the course of the assessment; and • providing input into the development of the assessment report.

Membership: An invitation to participate in the working groups was issued by EAO to:

• provincial government ministries; • federal government departments; • the City of Vancouver; • the City of Richmond; • the Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD); • the Greater Vancouver Regional Transport Authority (TransLink); and • the following First Nations:

• the Musqueam Indian Band; • the Squamish Nation; • the Tsleil-Waututh First Nation; • the Sto:Lo Nation; • the Tsawwassen First Nation; and • the Katzie First Nation.

Designated members of the working groups at the time of issuing the approved terms of reference (ATOR) are listed in Appendix 1 and Appendix 2 respectively.

All members were not involved in every meeting. The six First Nations identified as potentially having an interest in the RAV Project were issued with all project review documents and were invited to join the working groups and to attend all meetings. Proposed agendas were distributed in advance of the meetings to enable members to decide which meetings warranted their participation.


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Meetings: On September 19, 2003, the Draft Terms of Reference (the “DTOR”) were distributed for review to agencies and First Nations invited to participate in the RAVP review and members of the two working groups. The DTOR were also posted the same day on EAO’s electronic Project Information Centre (ePIC) online at www.eao.gov.bc.ca

The working groups discussed the DTOR at their meeting on October 16, 2003. The EAO issued Revised Terms of Reference (RTOR) on October 30, 2003, which were discussed at the working group meeting on November 6, 2003.

Final minutes from all working group meetings are available through the EAO’s electronic Project Information Centre (ePIC).

3.3.3 Proponent Response The proponent, in accordance with section 11 of the procedural Order, responded to issues identified in government agency and First Nation comments on the DTOR as well as on the RTOR. Upon receiving comments from the government agencies and First Nations (both in writing and during meetings and one-on-one discussions), the proponent followed up with the respective contacts to clarify and discuss their issues and concerns.

Upon endorsement by the working groups, the EAO issued the Approved Terms of Reference, ATOR, contained in this document and in compliance with section 11.4 of the procedural Order, on November 19, 2003.

The EAO is satisfied that government agency and First Nation comments received during Pre-application have been properly considered in preparing the ATOR. Since the proponent has carried out a significant public consultation process on the RAV Project, the EAO is also satisfied that the ATOR reflects public interests and issues, established during such consultation processes.

3.3.4 Application Review Once the Application has been submitted to the EAO (scheduled for March 2004), the EAO and the working groups will determine if it contains the required information, as set out in the ATOR, and can be accepted for review pursuant to section 2 of the Prescribed Time Limits Regulation (B.C. Reg. 372/2002).

Once accepted, the Application will be reviewed in accordance with the EAO procedural Order, defining the scope, procedure and methods of the assessment of the RAV Project.


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4 INFORMATION DISTRIBUTION AND CONSULTATION ________________________________________________________________________ 4.1 Access to Information The EAO takes primary responsibility for providing access to records generated for the purposes of the assessment in accordance with section 6 of the Public Consultation Policy Regulation (B.C. Reg. 373/02). All required documentation, including the DTOR are made publicly available through the EAO’s electronic Project Information Centre (the “ePIC”) online at www.eao.gov.bc.ca. within seven days of being received, approved or finalized.

4.2 Public Notification and Consultation 4.2.1 Proponent Activities There has been a long history of public consultation regarding the extension of rail rapid transit from Vancouver to Richmond and the Airport over a period of some 20 years. The community consultation process presently being followed by RAVCO includes the essential elements defined in the EAO’s Public Consultation Strategy/Framework for Lower Mainland Infrastructure Projects, April 2003.

The RAV Project public consultation process is being undertaken in four distinct Phases by RAVCO:

• Phase 1: Project Definition (completed March 2003); • Phase 2: Pre-Design (proposed for Fall 2003); • Phase 3: Preliminary Design; and • Phase 4: Detailed Design.

In February 2003, RAVCO launched its interactive website www.ravprapidtransit.com, for the Phase 1: Project Definition consultation (earlier phases also had interactive websites). The website offered a vehicle for providing the public with information on the project, project related consultant reports, press releases, etc.

In March 2003, at the conclusion of the Project Definition Phase, RAVCO carried out Phase 1: Project Definition Consultation. This was a multi-media public consultation process, with the aim to determine whether the public supported the project as defined and to identify issues of concern. Information on the RAV Project was provided to the public at open houses, workshops, and public meetings, via newspaper inserts and articles, at stakeholder meetings, on the RAVP website, and on the EAO website.

The results of this first phase of public consultation were summarized in the Public Consultation Summary Report, which was presented to the Participating Agencies, the EAO, media outlets, and the public (via the RAV Project website). The public consultation identified 82 percent support for proceeding with the project; 73 percent support for the route in its entirety; and a general desire for a grade separated system wherever possible, given technical and financial considerations.

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4.2.2 EAO Activities The EAO posted all pertinent project review material, including final minutes of working group meetings and the DTOR on the Project website on EAO’s ePIC. The EAO will provide for a public review of the Application once submitted and approved for formal review. This consultation process is defined in section 8.1 of the procedural Order issued by EAO.

4.3 First Nations Involvement and Consultation During an environmental assessment under the Act, First Nations have the opportunity to participate in the identification and discussion of project issues. For EA reviews, the EAO is the lead government agency responsible for ensuring that the government’s legal obligations towards First Nations are fulfilled, including consideration of and attempts to address First Nations’ interests. In addition, proponents are required to consult with First Nations.

RAVCO initiated the process of identifying which First Nations may have a potential aboriginal interest in the RAV Project in January 2003. RAVCO held discussions with federal and provincial claims negotiators, DFO, Aboriginal Fisheries Advisors, and First Nations advisors within Participating Agencies, to develop a list of First Nations with which RAVCO might possibly need to consult. This initial list included approximately twelve First Nations.

RAVCO developed a strategy for engaging First Nations in February 2003, the first step of which involved hiring a First Nations Consultation Specialist.

Based on information obtained through discussions with agency staff, and initial contacts made with First Nations, RAVCO determined that there were six First Nations with whom it may be necessary to engage in consultation, as defined by the B.C. Government’s First Nations Consultation Policy (October 2002). These include:

• Katzie First Nation; • Musqueam First Nation; • Sto:Lo First Nation; • Squamish First Nation; • Tsawwassen First Nation; and • Tsleil-Waututh First Nation.

RAVCO commenced discussions with these First Nations in April 2003. Since then, RAVCO has met with key representatives of five of the six First Nations on a number of occasions, the exception being the Katzie First Nation. Early discussions with the Chief of the Katzie determined that the Katzie do not have a vested interest in the RAV Project, and RAVCO therefore decided that a meeting to receive information on the project was not required for the Katzie First Nation. Instead, RAVCO has provided the Katzie with project information via mail-outs/correspondence.

Meetings with the five other First Nations have identified a number of potential interests in the RAV Project, not all of which are shared by each First Nation.

• Archaeological Impacts; • Fisheries Impacts; • Economic Opportunities; • Opportunities to Provide Input to the Environmental Assessment Process; • Opportunities to Highlight First Nations Art in Stations; and • Opportunities to Name a Station.


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Both RAVCO and the EAO have conducted meetings with the five First Nations identified above and having expressed an interest in the EA review, both RAVCO and the EAO have informed on the RAV Project, on the environmental assessment process, and have solicited input from the First Nations on their review issues.

4.4 Status of Established Assessment Procedures The procedural Order issued under section 11 of the Act for the scope, procedure and methods of the assessment of the RAV Project outlines measures for access to information, notification, and consultation activities to be carried out by the proponent and the EAO. The measures identified in the Order have been adhered to during pre-application work on the development and issuance of these Approved Terms of Reference for the EA Application.


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PART B ________________________________________________________________________

Application Terms of Reference


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1 INTRODUCTION ________________________________________________________________________ This PART B contains the Approved Terms of Reference (the “ATOR”) for the application for an environmental assessment certificate (“the “Application”) for the RAV Project. The ATOR, as listed below, has been developed by the proponent, through the services of their project office. They have been finalized with the input and participation of the EA working groups as described in PART A of this document. It should be noted that the ATOR must reflect the scope of the RAV Project and the scope of the assessment as defined in section 2.1 and 2.2 respectively of PART A of this document.

As discussed in PART A, RAVCO intends to select one of the two BAFO Proponents3 as the Preferred Proponent and intends to enter into discussions and negotiations with the Preferred Proponent to reach agreement on the final terms of the Concession Agreement. It is anticipated that such discussions will take place in late 2004 or early 2005. The project design is therefore developing, also in consultation with the City of Vancouver and the City of Richmond planning departments and with project partners and stakeholders. There may be new project footprints or impact features that would require coverage in the Application. In such cases amendments to the ATOR will be issued.

A number of working group members, in written comments on the draft Terms of Reference, have also advised on required Application coverage that could not be easily captured in specific ATOR instructions. Such comments, to the extent they apply to the EA of the RAV Project, have been forwarded by the EAO to the proponent for consideration. The EAO and the working groups will address any missing coverage once the actual Application is submitted for formal review.

3 Submitting a Best and Final Offer (BAFO).


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2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ________________________________________________________________________

2.1 General The Application will include sufficiently detailed project background information to conclude the joint assessment pursuant to the Act and CEAA. Such information will include, but not be limited to:

• Project rationale; • Alternatives to the project; • Project design and adopted rail technology (to the extent known at the date of filing an

Application); • Construction plan with schedules and milestones; • Project operations and maintenance; and • Project cost and financing.

A brief description of the RAV Project, as known at the time of issuance of the ATOR, is included in PART A, section 1 of this document. Figure 1 shows the RAVP reference rail alignment.

2.2 Project Rationale Factors relevant to the selection of the RAV Project will be discussed in the Application, including, but not limited to, such topics as:

• GVRD growth patterns; • Previous and existing traffic/public transportation master plans; and • TransLink Strategic Transportation Plan, 1999.

The Application will summarize the development of the project and the general rationale for its current configuration. The rationale for selecting the horizontal alignment will also be discussed in the Application.

2.3 Alternative Means of Carrying out the Project Alternative means of carrying out the RAVP, to the extent that this applies to the EA review, will also be discussed in the Application in accordance with CEAA guidance. Where such alternative means were considered as feasible options, the Application will describe the alternatives, the general environmental effects associated with the alternatives and the rationale for the preferred alternatives.

2.4 Design/Construction Plan and Timetable The current design concept will be outlined in the Application. A design/construction plan and timetable will be presented in the Application, identifying key RAVP design/construction milestones. The schedule will identify the timing of major design/construction activities and their anticipated duration.

The preliminary construction timetable shows a construction start during the spring of 2005. The Application will include a discussion of the linkage of the EA process with the City of Vancouver, the City of Richmond and the Vancouver International Airport Authority project approval processes.


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3 CONSULTATION AND COMMUNICATION ________________________________________________________________________ 3.1 General A consultation and communications plan is being developed in conjunction with the EAO, government agencies and interested First Nations. The plan is intended to be consistent with guidance provided in the Province of British Columbia’s Public Consultation Policy Regulation (B.C. Reg. 373/2002), the Public Consultations Strategy/Framework for Lower Mainland Infrastructure Projects (EAO 2003) and the Provincial Policy for Consultation with First Nations (October 2002).

RAVCO must work with the three levels of government, agencies, communities and individuals to provide access to sound and credible project-related information. The Application will describe the consultation programs that have been undertaken, those that are proposed for the review of the Application and will also report on issues raised in relation to the RAV Project, and how these issues have been, or will be addressed.

3.2 First Nation Consultation Consultation with First Nations is being undertaken in a manner consistent with provincial guidelines (see section 3.1 above). In the general area of the RAV Project, six First Nations have been identified that may potentially have an interest in the RAVP (for reference see PART A, section 4.3).

Members of each of these First Nations will have the opportunity to participate in all of the initiatives identified in the Project Public Consultation Program. These include participation in the proposed open houses, access to the RAVP Website and newsletters, and participation in any project-related meetings that may be arranged.

In addition, to ensure that the RAVP consultation program meets the needs of interested First Nations, discussions will continue with each of the First Nations to determine their level of interest in the RAV Project and the manner in which they wish to be consulted. In preparation for developing the Application, RAVCO has undertaken an Archaeological Impact Assessment. RAVCO has provided funding to each of five First Nations having expressed interest, to provide the necessary input of their staff and respective archaeology consultants. In developing the Application, RAVCO will continue to provide the five First Nations with information on the RAV Project, and will consult with them to determine to what extent their interests need to be addressed by RAVCO and the Concessionaire. A summary of the consultation activities and the outcome of the consultation, including any agreements reached between RAVCO and the respective First Nations, will be documented in the Application.

3.3 Public Consultation Effective consultation with the public comprises a critical component contributing to the successful review, approval and implementation of the Project. Efficient and open access to available information and meaningful dialogue regarding any potential environmental and socio-economic concerns associated with the RAV Project is key to ensuring public confidence in the eventual outcome of the assessment and review process. To assist in achieving this objective, RAVCO will work with the three levels of government, agencies, communities and individuals to


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provide access to sound and credible project-related information. RAVCO is committed to ongoing and open communications with the interested public to assist with the identification of issues and concerns that need to be addressed in the environmental assessment of the RAV Project.

RAVCO’s community and public consultation process is being undertaken in four distinct Phases. Phase 1 is described in PART A, section 4.2.1 of this document. The Application will include details on phase 2 as follows:

• Phase 2: Pre-Design Consultation:

This will deal with refining key themes identified in Phase 1; obtaining input for the design of the alignment and stations; and obtaining advice on the design and content of further public consultation. GVTA, Vancouver International Airport Authority and the cities of Vancouver and Richmond have provided input into the design of this consultation program. The Pre-Design Phase consultation will be carried out as three separate contracts (Vancouver, Richmond, Airport) and will start in November 2003 and be completed by the end of March 2004.

• Phase 3: Preliminary Design:

RAVCO intends to undertake the third phase of public consultation in early 2005. Details are not required for the Application review.

• Phase 4: Detailed Design:

The fourth phase will be the responsibility of the Concessionaire.

RAVCO will also provide input to additional public consultation that will be carried out by the EAO and various regulatory agencies, as part of their respective approvals and permitting processes.

Information on the RAV Project public consultation program activities and outcomes will be provided in the Public Consultation section of the Application. Prior to submitting the Application, a RAV Project Public Consultation Plan will be prepared and submitted to the EAO for general endorsement, as outlined in section 3.1 above. The consultation plan will outline the use of public comments and feed-back to the proponent in the project’s further development.

Examples of specific public consultation measures: Mailing List

A mailing list of government and public individuals and organizations interested in receiving information on the RAV Project has been/will be established. This will be used to distribute project and environmental assessment-related information in a timely and organized manner.

Open Houses

A series of open houses will be held during the course of the next year to coincide with key review process milestones. Presently, open houses are being planned for early 2004. The Application will summarize the results of open houses and address issues raised.

Public Information Centre

RAVCO will establish and operate a public information centre in a high public traffic location in the vicinity of the RAV Project site to distribute project-related information, to respond to questions and to receive comments and concerns.


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Project Website

A web-site has been established at http://www.ravprapidtransit.com to facilitate public access to project-related information in a timely manner, as it becomes available.

Newsletter

RAVCO will produce and distribute a newsletter via the mailing list that will provide updated information on the RAV Project and associated review process.

Meetings

RAVCO will participate in local stakeholder meetings and will arrange meetings with specific stakeholders to address key issues raised during the public consultation process as and if they arise.


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4 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT (EIA) ______________________________________________________________________________ 4.1 EIA Methodology In general, the EIA methodology being employed for the RAV Project will continue to follow the prescribed processes defined or outlined in the Act and in CEAA. To determine baseline environmental conditions, specific environmental impact assessments are currently being conducted that are commensurate with the biophysical/technical, socio-economic/socio-community and scientific characteristics and requirements for a rail transportation project that traverses a dense, highly urbanized and continually impacted setting.

These interrelated and mutually supportive specific technical assessments will be reviewed and synthesized, with the results of First Nations and other public consultations, into the Application.

The Application will discuss the selection of valued ecosystem components (VECs) and the definition of the projects study and impact boundaries. The Application will describe all construction and operational issues listed below. In addition, post-construction operational issues such as noise attenuation barriers, de-icing, track grinding, facilities, contaminated and hazardous materials storage and containment and landscape maintenance will also be addressed in the Application, as appropriate.

4.2 Screening Level Contaminated Sites Assessment A screening level contaminated sites assessment will be included in the Application. The objective is to identify potentially significant contaminant sources along the RAV Project alignment and provide screening level contaminated sites information necessary to support the joint federal and provincial EA review processes.

The overall objective of the work is to provide a useful planning tool for multiple users working on the RAV Project. To do this, the specific objectives of this exercise are to rank areas or sites with high, moderate or low risk of contamination, identify contaminant parameters of concern and assess the need for more detailed site specific assessment and mitigation. This information will be used by RAVCO and subsequently contractors in assessing whether or not site contaminants might be encountered during construction and/or operations. The information will also be used for the future management of potential contamination during construction.

This section of the Application will also identify areas or sites where further characterization and/or clean up may be necessary, and will identify quantifiable contamination risks relating to the proposed project design.

4.3 Fisheries and Aquatic Assessment A fisheries and aquatic assessment will be included in the Application. The assessment will examine the potential impacts to fisheries and aquatic resources associated with the conceptual design, construction and operation of the RAV Project. These impacts will be examined in the context of impacts to fish and fish habitat. The assessment will identify impacts and prescribe preliminary impact mitigation and compensation measures for incorporation within the detailed planning and design-build phases of the RAV Project, and will provide information required for any agency permitting processes. The impact assessment will consider the North and Middle Arm crossings of the Fraser River, the Sea Island ditches, the Lulu Island ditches and the Vancouver streams.


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In order to obtain the permission necessary to commence construction, in addition to the EA certification, the Concessionaire will consider this fisheries and aquatic assessment and apply an environmental design criteria to specific structures, and will also provide detailed construction design information, and apply habitat compensation and/or mitigation measures when negotiating permit approvals with the pertinent Federal and/or Provincial agencies.

A discussion of water quality impacts and mitigation will be included in the Application.

4.4 Socio-Economic/ Socio-Community Assessment A socio-economic/socio-community assessment will be included in the Application. The objective of this assessment will be to assess the types of socio-economic/socio-community trade-offs that may be involved with various alignment and technology options. The analysis will investigate the typical socio-economic/community impacts expected from construction as well as the operations and maintenance phases of the RAV Project and identify the potential for mitigating the most significant of the negative socio-economic effects that may be associated with the RAV Project. The assessment will describe the urban context into which the RAV Project will be placed and will include the influences of the RAV Project on long term community plans, population trends within the GVRD communities, population near the line, types of properties and community features along the proposed project corridor and community attitudes toward the RAV Project. In addition, indicators will be assessed and grouped along broad categories of impacts that include economic development, time savings, and benefits to users, traffic patterns, visual, noise and vibration impacts, nuisance, property values, First Nations, station impacts, crime, and heritage values.

It is noted that details of these indicators may appear elsewhere in other technical assessment reports being commissioned by RAVCO to support the joint federal and provincial EA review process.

4.5 Terrestrial Biophysical/ Arboreal Assessment A terrestrial biophysical technical assessment will be included in the Application. It will describe and assess the vegetation and wildlife resources within the RAV Project corridor, determine the potential impacts as a result of construction and operation of the RAV Project, assess any plant species or vertebrate wildlife species that may be at risk, and investigate opportunities for mitigating and compensating for impacts from construction, operation and maintenance of the RAV Project and recommend construction monitoring and mitigation measures.

The Application will consider all significant ecosystems in this impact assessment, including migratory birds. The proponent will consider the requirements under the Species at Risk Act (SARA) when assessing potential project impacts.

As part of the terrestrial biophysical assessment, an arboreal survey and assessment will also be included in the Application. The objective of the arboreal assessment is to provide data and information on the species, age, health condition, location, significance and other relevant information on trees that may be affected by the RAV Project alignment within the cities of Vancouver and Richmond, including the airport lands.

The information obtained from these technical assessments will support the joint review process and will also be used for the future development of construction mitigation plans, post construction restoration plans and landscape and greenway development plans.


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4.6 Air Quality Assessment An air quality assessment for the RAV Project that describes air quality impacts will be included in the Application. The issues addressed will include air pollutant emissions4 from activities associated with the construction and operation of the RAV Project, changes in emissions from the operation of the RAV Project and changes in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions attributable to the operation of the RAV Project. The assessment will provide background information on the Lower Fraser Valley to put into perspective the potential air quality impacts of the RAV Project. This information will be used when designing construction impact mitigation plans. Potential health impacts associated with anticipated project-related air emission levels will also be assessed.

This technical assessment will build on two previous technical assessments prepared for the RAV Project. They are:

“Preliminary Air Quality of the Richmond/ Airport/ Vancouver Rapid Transit Project, April 2003”. This report provided a preliminary assessment of the air quality and greenhouse gas reduction benefits of the RAV Project.

“Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emission Benefits of the Richmond Airport Vancouver Rapid Transit Project, May 2003”. This study was prepared as a background paper on the air quality and greenhouse gas reduction benefits of the RAV Project.

4.7 Noise Assessment A noise assessment will be included in the Application. The objective of this assessment will be to measure the existing ambient noise conditions at a representative number of sites along the proposed RAV Project alignment and to use the data collected to recommend acceptable levels of noise emissions from the technology chosen for the system. The Application will identify noise-sensitive land uses along the RAV alignment, such as schools, health care facilities, community centres, etc. A representative number of potentially sensitive sites have been selected in Downtown Vancouver, False Creek South, Cambie Street from 6th Avenue to the Fraser River, Vancouver Airport and #3 Road in Richmond. Baseline noise levels at these sites will be established and measurements made using unmanned computerized monitors. In addition, a review of municipal noise bylaws and guidelines will be conducted to assist in preparing mitigative criteria and limits for construction and operational noise impact. This will include construction noise for stations and guideway, tunnel waste removal noise, HVAC equipment noise, anticipated system operation noise and station noise.

Potential health impacts associated with anticipated project-related noise levels will also be assessed. Mitigative guidelines and potential physical attenuation measures will be prepared to assist in meeting the criteria developed. The guidelines will include construction noise, station noise, stationary equipment noise, operations noise and ancillary noise.

4.8 Archaeological and Traditional Use Assessment An archaeological resources assessment will be included in the Application. It will provide enough detail to prepare a detailed archaeological impact assessment including the formulation of preliminary management recommendations.5 As per Section 14 of the Heritage Conservation Act, work has been conducted under a permit issued by the Archaeology and Registry Services Branch, Ministry of Sustainable Resource Management. 4 Such as air contaminants, air toxins and greenhouse gases. 5 As to appropriate management measures, reference is made to SRM’s (Steven Acheson) comments on

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Archaeological information from geotechnical work will be reviewed and included as required. As a result, mitigative measures for construction will be recommended and the Concessionaire will be responsible for the submission of an Archaeological Monitoring Plan (see Section 7.6.8) to be employed during construction. This plan will also include procedures for identifying and/or avoiding and/or recovering archaeological remains that may be encountered during construction activities. An overview of this will be provided in the EAC application.

There is a distinction between traditional use sites, archaeology and the use of the term “heritage resources”. The investigation of traditional use sites, to the extent applicable to the RAVP alignment, involves very different data collecting methods and procedures from legislated archaeological surveys. However, during the archaeological assessment, the Musqueam Indian Band, Squamish Nation, Sto:Lo First Nation, Tsawwassen First Nation and Tsleil-Waututh First Nation have been engaged to discuss archaeology and traditional use issues. Opportunities for First Nations members to assist the consultants with fieldwork have been provided. In addition, information from First Nations archaeologists will be solicited. The heritage cum historical overview assessment is described in section 4.9 below.

4.9 Historical Overview Assessment In conjunction with the archaeological work, a historical overview of the RAV Project alignment will be conducted to identify and locate areas that may be significant from a historical overview perspective. The assessment will indicate general historical resources and areas that may be impacted by the RAV Project. The work will focus on the Cambie corridor and the overview will target a one-block radius of the underground stations; within a block of “cut-and-cover” alignment; and at grade and elevated portions of the line.

4.10 Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) An electric and magnetic fields (EMF) assessment will be included in the Application. The objective of this technical assessment will be to conduct a review of EMF from electric transportation systems in the frequency range from 0 hertz (Hz) to 3,000 Hz (or 3 kHz).

Requirements for satisfying EMF generated above 3 kHz are specified in the request for proposal to contractors in the area of electric magnetic interference (EMI). For this reason, EMI will be addressed as applicable to the RAV Project, and the significance to human health will be discussed.

The assessment will be prepared based on a review of the most current literature, information from manufacturers and suppliers, system operators and available data from various operational systems and technologies. The report will illustrate the expected amount of EMF generated from the various system technologies and provide scenarios based on analyses of data from these various systems and technologies.

Potential health impacts associated with anticipated project-related EMF levels will also be assessed in accordance with the ICNIRP (International Commission on Non Ionizing Radiation Protection) 24 hour electric field exposure guidelines for the general public.

Because it is anticipated that all information required for the successful conclusion of this report is currently available, it will not be necessary to conduct EMF site measurements. 4.11 Cumulative Environmental Effects Assessment A cumulative environmental effects assessment will be included in the Application, in accordance with the framework for addressing these effects pursuant to the CEAA 2001 Reference Guide. Cumulative environmental effects are defined as residual effects that, when combined with the


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impacts of other past, existing or imminent projects and activities may have a compounding or interactive effect (Cumulative Effects Assessment Practitioner Guide).

Past references to Cumulative Environmental Effects Assessment include definitions such as:

The effect on the environment which results from effects of a project when combined with those of other past, present and imminent projects and activities. These may occur over a certain period of time and distance (Source: FEARO, November 1994).

For the purposes of the RAV Project, the cumulative environmental effects assessment will include significant projects that are within a defined corridor of reasonable scale and significance; that are known to have received required permits and authorizations which would allow the projects to proceed to implementation; that have secured funding, have schedules and timelines that are known to be imminent in their commencement up to the submission of the RAV application.

The cumulative environmental effects assessment will, where appropriate, also address those valued ecosystem components (VECs) that are likely to have residual environmental effects as a result of project construction and operation based on the scientific information necessary to support the requirements for a VEC analysis. The development and rationale for selected VECs will be fully described in the Application.

This analysis will be available and conducted once all the environmental assessment reports have been completed, received and reviewed by RAVCO.

As a result of the specific environmental assessments being conducted for RAVCO by industry environmental professionals to support the EA submission, it is likely that a conclusive statement of opinion will be included regarding environmental effects associated with the RAV Project.

4.12 Accidents and Malfunctions Analysis An assessment of the environmental effects of project malfunctions or accidents that may occur in connection with the RAV Project will be included within the Application. This assessment will also include potential construction and operational effects and is designed to ensure that contingency plans are developed to manage impacts and minimize potentially adverse environmental effects.

The activities and actions that may occur during the operation and maintenance of the RAV Project may include the following:

• movement of trains through residential, commercial, industrial and parkland areas at grade or in tunnel;

• Maintenance of train cars, guideways, stations and ancillary facilities such as operation and maintenance yards;

• emergency power generation at substations; and • station maintenance and passenger safety and security, including emergency response.


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4.13 Effects of the Environment on the RAV Project An assessment of the potential for natural environmental events to affect different components of the RAV Project will be included in the Application. Adverse weather conditions from wind, to intense heat and heavy precipitation may effect the construction, operation and/or maintenance of the RAV Project.

The employment of environmental design requirements to address these events will be addressed. Slope stability and areas of potential failure due to saturated or disturbed soil conditions will be addressed from a geotechnical perspective. Tidal or river flood events may affect the North Arm and Middle Arm bridges of the Fraser River. The effects of earthquakes or seismic events and the resultant potential for ground failure are more likely to occur on the Sea Island airport lands and in the City of Richmond than for instance, within the City of Vancouver. However, the effects of such catastrophic events on the RAV line will be discussed in the Application.

4.14 Disposal of Excavated Material The Application will discuss options for disposal of excavated material. If disposal at sea is being considered, the Application should include the basic information that would be required for an Ocean Disposal permit application. The Application should therefore describe the volume and type of material slated for Ocean Disposal in accordance with the general information requirements discussed with Environment Canada and available on-line at www.pyr.ec.gc.ca/EN/ocean-disposal/index_e.htm. The proponent should contact Environment Canada if they need more information.


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5 GEOTECHNICAL ISSUES ________________________________________________________________ RAVCO is undertaking geotechnical engineering studies to assess general ground conditions, depth of materials, strength characteristics, gradation and grain size and groundwater levels. This study will assist in determining the appropriate construction methodology and foundation design throughout the length of the RAV Project alignment. The results of these studies will be included and/or referenced in the Application.

The Application will therefore present a summary of all geotechnical investigation, and their results, that have had a significant design and construction impact.


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6 LAND ACQUISITION ______________________________________________________________________________

The Application will include a discussion of the requirements to obtain private, municipal, provincial and/or federal property for the successful completion of the RAV Project. The discussion will focus on the methodology that will be employed in order to negotiate acquisition of the property necessary to complete the RAV Project. The Application will also clarify the extent of any federal land transfers, which by themselves could trigger a CEAA review.


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7 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ______________________________________________________________________________

7.1 RAVCO Approach to Environmental Management The Application will outline RAVCO’s approach to environmental management. RAVCO has addressed relevant environmental aspects of the RAV Project from the outset of planning and development in 2001, to ensure that key environmental considerations are integrated at each critical decision point of the RAV Project. This proactive approach has resulted in the early identification of potential environmental issues and RAVCO will ensure that the contracted Concessionaire will continue to follow such environmental management strategies at all future levels of project development. It is assessed that to date, this has resulted in informed project decisions at each stage of project development. This type of approach will continue to enable avoidance and/or proper environmental management of critical environmental issues through the Application review.

7.2 Inspection and Reporting The environmental inspection schedules, protocol, frequency and reporting relationships will be outlined in the Application.

7.3 Habitat Mitigation and Compensation Plans Overall habitat impact mitigation and compensation plans will be discussed in the Application. As discussed in PART B section 3.3 of this document, a fisheries and aquatic assessment will be completed which identifies impacts and prescribes preliminary impact mitigation and compensation measures. Habitat mitigation and compensation plans that may be required to satisfy the federal Fisheries Act Section 35(2) Authorization will be developed by the Concessionaire and submitted for agency approval. Information that is available from the Concessionaire at the time of the Application, including a discussion on a conceptual mitigation plan, will be provided.

7.4 Permits, Licenses and Approvals The Application will outline the other environmental permits, licenses and/ or approvals that may be required for the RAV Project, such as approvals under Section 9 of the British Columbia Water Act, approvals under the Navigable Waters Protection Act, and ocean disposal permits under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act.

7.5 Allocation of Responsibility for Environmental Requirements The Application will identify and describe the allocation and sharing of responsibility for environmental planning, management, permits, etc. between RAVCO and the Concessionaire.

7.6 Specific Construction Environmental Management Plans (EMP) In anticipation of EA certification conditions, the following construction environmental management plans will be designed by the Concessionaire, as part of their EMP and submitted to RAVCO for review and comment, prior to this information being submitted for regulatory review. An overview of the plans will be included in the Application.


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7.6.1 Surface Water Quality and Sediment Control Plan This plan will be designed to ensure that no sediment laden or other deleterious substance-impacted surface runoff water enters any stream or water bodies. Detainment or other structures, barriers and/or fencing measures will be employed and maintained in order to achieve this requirement. The water quality plan will cover all general water quality issues and should be designed based on impact issues discussed in the Application.

7.6.2 Contaminated Sites Management Plan This plan will be based on information from the screening level Contaminated Sites Assessment and will include procedures for the identification, sampling, testing and analysis and/or removal of contaminant materials encountered during construction and/or contamination that may be caused as a result of construction activities. This will also include procedures for the import/ export of materials to or from site, or the movement of materials within the site. It is recognized that areas of high risk, within which project excavation activities will be undertaken, must be confirmed for the presence and degree of contamination prior to commencing construction.

7.6.3 Hazardous Waste Management and Spill Plan This plan will identify the procedures for handling hazardous materials such as fuels and fuel products, bitumen, chemicals, cement, paint materials, solvents, cleaners, used petroleum products, controlled substances, etc. and will define storage and retention areas, removal methods, procedures for spill clean up, reporting and removal.

7.6.4 Construction Waste (Demolition, Land Clearing and Construction) Management Plan

This plan will identify the types and quantities of demolition, land clearing and construction materials that may be expected, (wood, concrete, asphalt, plastics, metals) collection methods and location of disposal, and on site recycling collection programs.

7.6.5 Air Quality and Dust Control Plan This plan will include the methodology for the control of fugitive dust and other airborne emissions from such activities as vehicular and machinery movement, demolition and/or decommissioning of existing structures, soil stockpiling and/or other construction materials. This plan will also address chemical applications, burning, and point source emissions such as exhaust stacks and vents.

7.6.6 Noise Management Plan This plan will address City of Vancouver and City of Richmond municipal noise bylaw requirements and will develop an implementation strategy for the control and attenuation recommendations contained in the assessment. Particular attention should be paid to mitigation measures, as appropriate, in areas that may exceed municipal noise bylaws.

7.6.7 Landscape Design and Restoration Plan This plan will outline the general landscaped areas that may be disturbed during construction. Using the Terrestrial Arboreal Assessment, it will summarize the baseline assessment and will also address the removal, restoration, relocation, replacement and enhancement of effected landscape materials. In addition, this plan will address station landscape architecture and restoration issues.


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7.6.8 Archaeological Monitoring Plan This plan will outline the procedures for identifying and avoiding or recovering archaeological remains that may be uncovered during construction. It will also define the relationships between RAVCO, the Concessionaire and an Archaeological Monitor.

An archaeological monitoring and management plan will be prepared by the Concessionaire in accordance with any impact management requirements, determined by the Ministry of Sustainable Resources Management for the permit(s) issued in compliance with the Heritage Conservation Act.

7.6.9 Environmental Education and Awareness Plan This plan will be developed to increase Concessionaire and subcontractor employee awareness and appreciation of environmental resources that could be effected during construction activities, provide rationale for the protection of these resources, familiarize employees with the causes of environmental issues and how they can be minimized or avoided, and ensure that environmental best management practices are employed during construction activities.

7.7 Operational Environmental Management Plan An outline of an Operational Environmental Management Plan will be included in the Application. The outline for this plan will be provided to the Concessionaire and will specify the implementation of environmental management measures to ensure the use of best management practices in the operation of the RAV line. The Plan should include all areas which may negatively impact the environment, including but not limited to: agency reporting procedures, post construction monitoring program requirements, operations and maintenance facilities, waste management, energy management, emergency spill response, containment and management, line de-icing, track grinding, guideway stormwater runoff, surface water runoff, noise attenuation measures and vegetation management. There may also be repetitive aspects of the overall Construction Environmental Management Plan (see section 7.6) that become applicable to the operational phase of the project.


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8 RESIDUAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ______________________________________________________________________________

Any residual environmental issues and any proposed mitigation strategies, such as long-term post construction habitat compensation monitoring and reporting, will be discussed in the Application. A follow-up program will be outlined by the proponent, as appropriate.


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APPENDIX 1 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OFFICE

RICHMOND/AIRPORT/VANCOUVER RAPID TRANSIT PROJECT BIOPHYSICAL/TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP MEMBERSHIP LIST

(Last Updated September 15, 2003)

Jan E. Hagen Project Director Environmental Assessment Office

Karie Hardie A/Project Assessment Manager Environmental Assessment Office

Paul Georgison Section Head, Land and Water Allocation Land and Water British Columbia Inc.

Stephen Acheson Heritage Resource Specialist Ministry of Sustainable Resource Management

Leonard Sielecki Environmental Issues Analyst Ministry of Transportation

Alan McCammon Contaminated Sites Officer Ministry of Water, Land and Air Protection

Georgina Naismith Senior Programs Officer Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency

Dave Carter Habitat Biologist, Major Project Review Unit Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Jennifer Tennant Environmental Assessment Officer Environment Canada

Derek Nishimura Habitat Biologist, Major Project Review Unit Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Andrew Robinson Environmental Assessment Officer Canadian Wildlife Service Environment Canada

Kelly Goody Environmental Officer Transport Canada

Keith Grady Senior Environmental Coordinator Infrastructure Canada

Carl Alleyne Regional Environmental Assessment Coordinator Health Canada

Steve Jones Senior Business Officer Western Economic Diversification Canada

Gordon Chan Director, Transportation City of Richmond

Greg Yeomans Senior Planner Greater Vancouver Regional District

Martin McKay Projects Branch, Engineering Services City of Vancouver

Wayne Pledger Branch Head, Strategic Transportation Planning Engineering Services City of Vancouver

Simon Robinson Environmental Specialist Vancouver International Airport Authority

Domenic Losito Regional Director of Health Protection Vancouver Coastal Health Authority


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APPENDIX 2

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OFFICE RICHMOND/AIRPORT/VANCOUVER RAPID TRANSIT PROJECT

SOCIO-ECONOMIC/COMMUNITY TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP MEMBERSHIP LIST

(Last Updated September 15, 2003)

Jan E. Hagen Project Director

Environmental Assessment Office

Karie Hardie A/Project Assessment Manager

Environmental Assessment Office

Doug Macfarlane Regional Director

Ministry of Community, Aboriginal and Women’s Services

Leonard Sielecki Environmental Issues Analyst Ministry of Transportation

Georgina Naismith Senior Programs Officer

Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency

Keith Grady Senior Environmental Coordinator

Infrastructure Canada

Kelly Goody Environmental Officer

Transport Canada

Simon Robinson Environmental Specialist

Vancouver International Airport Authority

Pat Wotherspoon Assistant Director, City Plans

City of Vancouver

Greg Yeomans Senior Planner

Greater Vancouver Regional District

Gordon Chan Director, Transportation

City of Richmond

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