TROY CITY COUNCIL
GENERAL SERVICES COMMITTEE AGENDA
August 8, 2019
6:00 P.M.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Public Forum
LOCAL LAWS
ORDINANCES
71. Ordinance Amending The Troy City Code, Chapter 148, Electricians (Council Member
Bissember, Council President Mantello)
72. Ordinance Amending The Troy City Code, Chapter 228, Plumbers (Council Member
Bissember, Council President Mantello)
73. The Plastic Free Hudson River Ordinance To Amend The Troy City Code, Chapter §189
(Council Member Bissember)
RESOLUTIONS
50. Resolution Determining That Proposed Type I Action Shall Have No Significant Adverse
Impacts On The Environment (Council President Mantello) (At The Request Of The
Administration)
56. Resolution Determining That Proposed Unlisted Action Shall Have No Significant Adverse
Impacts On The Environment (Council President Mantello) (At The Request Of The
Administration)
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ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TROY CITY CODE, CHAPTER 148, ELECTRICIANS
The City of Troy, convened in City Council, ordains as follows:
Section 1. Chapter 148 of the Troy City Code is amended as follows:
Chapter 148. Electricians
[HISTORY: Adopted by the City Council of the City of Troy 3-1-1973 as Ch. 11 of the
1973 Code. Amendments noted where applicable.]
GENERAL REFERENCES
Building construction — See Ch. 141.
Property maintenance — See Ch. 176.
§ 148-1. Definitions.
For the purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
BOARD or BOARD OF EXAMINERS
The Electrical License Board of Examiners provided for in this chapter.
MASTER ELECTRICIAN
Includes any person holding himself out to the public as principally engaged in
the business of contracting to install or alter electrical equipment or apparatus for
utilization of electricity supply for light, heat or power. A person who holds a valid
Class A license or Class B license issued in accordance with the provisions of
this chapter.
PERSON
Includes persons of either sex, natural persons, corporations, partnerships,
associations, joint-stock companies, societies and all other entities of any kind
capable of being used. A natural person.
§ 148-2. Board of Examiners.
[Amended 1-8-1981; 10-2-1986; 10-4-1990]
A.
There is hereby created a board to be known as the Electrical License Board of
Examiners which shall consist of seven three members as follows:
(1)
One local representative from any one of the electrical inspection agencies listed in
§ 141-58, such representative to be the electrical inspector assigned to the City territory.
(2)
Two master electricians with at least 10 years experience in the City of Troy, primarily
engaged in the electrical field construction work and employing one or more journeyman
electricians.
(3)
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One journeyman electrician of 10 years experience in the City; all to be appointed by
the Mayor and a representative of the New York Power and Light Corporation; the
Commissioner of Buildings and the City Clerk.
B.
The present existing Electrical License Board of Examiners and all members thereof is
hereby terminated and such present members shall continue only until the appointment
of new members by the Mayor as prescribed by this chapter. With the expiration of the
term for which each member shall have been appointed, the Mayor shall fill the vacancy
by appointment of a person with the same qualifications as the member of office who is
terminated for a term of three yearsEach member shall be appointed by the Mayor to
serve a term of three years, unless sooner removed by the Mayor. Any appointed
member may be removed by the Mayor for malfeasance in office, incapacity, or neglect
of duty.
C.
The Administrator of the Board of Examiners shall be the City Clerk.
D.
As of January 1, 2020, Each each member of the examining board Board of Examiners
shall receive a fee of $500 600 a year and the secretary Administrator of the Board shall
receive $1,0001200 a year. Each member of the examining board Board of Examiners
who is qualified to hold a Class A license shall be entitled to receive such license and/or
renewals thereof without paying a fee.
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Editor's Note: Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions,
Art. I).
C. E.
The Board of Examiners shall elect its own chair. The secretary shall be the City Clerk
or the designee of the City Clerk. A majority of the membership of the Board shall
constitute a quorum to transact the business of the Board. The Board shall meet at least
quarterly on the fifteenth day of January, the fifteenth day of April, the fifteenth day of
July, and the fifteenth day of October, and shall hold special meetings at the call of the
Chair, who shall call a special meeting whenever he/shethey or a majority of the Board
shall consider such meeting desirable for the proper and efficient conduct of the
business of the Board. The Board shall examine applicants for licenses to determine the
qualifications and fitness of the applicants to receive licenses to engage in business as
master electricians. The nature of the examinations conducted under this chapter shall
be determined by the Board, and the Board shall adopt such rules and regulations as it
may deem necessary for such examinations. An applicant who has failed in his first
examination shall not be entitled to another examination until after 90 days from the
date of such failure; an applicant who has failed twice or more shall not be entitled to
any additional examination until after six months from the date of the last preceding
failure. Final action on any application shall be taken by the Board of Examiners within
three months after the receipt of the application by the City Clerk.
§ 148-3. License required.
A.
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No person shall within the limits of the City engage in or carry on the business of
installing, altering or repairing any electric wiring or electric apparatus for heat, light or
power, nor shall any person in any manner undertake to execute such work unless such
person is the holder of a master electrician's Class A or Class B license as provided for
in this chapter or is working for a company that employs an electrician who holds a
Class A or Class B license as provided for in the chapter, except as provided in § 148-
11148-13.
B.
Every company performing electrical work in the City of Troy must employ a licensed
master electrician.
C.
There shall be two classes of licenses, to be known as "Class A" and "Class B”. A
Class A license shall entitle the holder thereof to engage in or carry on the business of
master electrician for the duration of the license. A Class B license shall entitle the
holder thereof to carry on the business of master electrician but shall entitle such holder
to undertake the execution of work in a single continuous installation only, such
installation to be confined to one location or property, and such Class B license shall
expire one year from the date of its issuance unless renewed within such one-year
periodbefore the expiration date.
§ 148-4. Application for Class A license.
A.
Any person desiring to procure a Class A license as provided for in this chapter shall
make application for such license to the City Clerk, stating the class of license applied
for, the name and place of business of the applicant and the name of the representative
of the applicant who will act as supervisor of the work to be done under the license, and
the applicant shall have at least five years experience using the form provided and
submitting such documentation as shall be required by the Board.
B.
The City Clerk shall within 10 5 days after the receipt by him/her of any application for a
Class A license accompanied by the proper fee, deliver such application to the
secretary of the Board of Examiners, who shall assess the application to determine the
fitness of the applicant to take the written examination.
C.
Beginning January 1, 2008, every application for renewal received beyond the renewal
deadline date, as defined in § 148-8A herein, shall be processed pursuant to § 148-8.
[Added 8-7-2008 by Ord. No. 9]The Board shall examine applicants for licenses to
determine the qualifications and fitness of the applicants to receive Class A licenses to
engage in business as master electricians. The nature of the examinations conducted
under this chapter shall be determined by the Board,. and tThe Board and the
Administrator shall adopt such written rules and regulations as it they may deem
necessary for such examinations.
D.
Applicants must earn a minimum grade of 75% to pass the exam. An applicant who has
failed in his first examination shall not be entitled to another examination until after 90
days from the date of such failure; an applicant who has failed twice or more shall not
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be entitled to any additional examination until after six months from the date of the last
preceding failure. Final action on any application shall be taken by the Board of
Examiners within three months after the receipt of the application by the City Clerk.
§ 148-5. Holder of license and supervisor.
A.
Each license when issued under this chapter shall be issued to a person, firm or
corporation to be known as the holder of the license. Each license shall designate as
supervisor of all electrical work to be done by the person, firm or corporation to whom
the license is issued the person named as supervisor in the application for the license.
B.
In case the holder of the license is a person, the supervisor shall either be the holder
himself/herself, or shall be in the employ of the holder. In case the holder of the license
is a firm, the supervisor shall either be a partner in the firm or shall be in the employ of
the holder. In case the holder of the license is a corporation, the supervisor shall either
be an officer of the corporation or shall be in the employ of the corporation. The same
person shall not be designated as the supervisor in two or more licenses issued to
different persons, firm or corporations. In the event that the business association or
employment of the supervisor with the holder of a license shall terminate, such license
shall become null and void 90 days after such termination; provided, however, that
without payment of any further fee, a new license shall be granted to the holder of the
expiring license upon application to the Board of Examiners within the ninety-day period
and upon the approval by the Board of Examiners of the qualifications of the person
named in the application as the supervisor for the person, firm or corporation making
the application for the license.
§ 148-65. Issuance of Class A license.
A.
Upon notification by the secretary of the Board of Examiners that the applicant has
passed the examination and that the applicant has met all the requirements of the
Board to engage in the business of master electricianreceive a Class A license, the City
Clerk shall issue the license to engage in the business as provided for in § 148-3. All
Class A licenses shall be numbered in the order in which they are issued and each
license shall state the class of license, the name and address of the holder, and the
expiration date of the license, the name of the supervisor, the fee paid, and in the case
of the Class B license, shall specify the particular installation to which the license
applies.
§ 148-76. Fees for Class A license.
[Amended 1-2-1976; 12-4-1980; 5-7-1987; 12-8-1994; 3-14-1996]
A.
For the calendar year in which the license is first issued, a fee of $200 shall be paid for
the Class A license. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the requirements to
take the examination provided for in this chapter, the sum of $200 shall be refunded; if a
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license is not granted due to failure of said examination, the sum of $100 shall be
returned. A fee of $200 shall be paid for a Class B license or any renewal thereof.At the
time of examination, approved applicants shall pay a non-refundable exam fee of $100.
B.
Upon passing the exam, a Class A license shall be issued for a fee of $150 and shall
expire at the end of the calendar year in which it was issued.
C.
For each subsequent annual renewal of a Class A license, a fee of $150 shall be paid.
D.
For each renewal of a Class A license after the first year, a fee of $100 shall be paid. A
deposit equal to the fee the first year shall accompany each application for a license,
and in case the license is granted, such deposit shall be retained as the fee for that
year. In case the license is not granted, the deposit shall be returned to the applicant.
All fees shall be paid to the City Clerk and shall be subsequently paid by the City Clerk
to the Treasurer of the City.
§ 148-87. Expiration and renewal of Class A license.
[Amended 8-7-2008 by Ord. No. 9
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A.
Each Class A license shall expire at the end of the calendar year in which it was issued,
consistent with § 148-8 148-7 herein. Each Class A license shall be renewed, without
further examination, if the complete application for renewal and appropriate renewal fee
is are received by the City Clerk on or before December 15 of each calendar year. A
completed renewal application shall include and upon the applicant showing proof of
completing at least six hours of continuing education in the electrical field during the
current calendar year, and either proof of workers’ compensation/disability insurance
(NYS Form C-105.2) or proof of exemption (NYS Form CE-200).
[Amended 8-2-2012 by Ord. No. 2]
B.
In the event the annual renewal application and fee is not received on or before
December 15, tThe City Clerk shall accept the filing of all late applications received after
December 15, provided the late application is received by the City Clerk within nine
months of the filing deadline. The applicant must attach a detailed sworn written
statement to the late application, explaining the basis for the late filing. In addition, the
applicant must pay the annual filing fee plus a late filing fee of $250 upon submission of
the late renewal application. Upon receipt of the late renewal application, the sworn
written statement and all fees, the City Clerk shall forward the late application and
attached sworn statement to the Board of Examiners for the Board's review and
deliberation in contemplation of either approval or denial of issue the license renewal
license.
C.
Upon receipt of the late renewal application, the Board of Examiners shall meet and
review the application, along with the applicant's sworn written statement explaining the
basis for failing to meet the filing deadline of December 15. Upon review and
deliberation of the circumstances surrounding the basis of the late application, the
Board is hereby authorized, by a majority vote, to reinstate the license without
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reexamination, provided the basis for failure to renew was solely procedural in nature.
The standard of review upon approval shall be based upon a "preponderance of the
evidence which demonstrates the failure to renew was a negligent procedural defect, in
no way related to the applicant's substantive ability to perform his/her duties as a
licensed electrician." The Board is hereby authorized to establish reasonable
procedures to review all late filings consistent with and ensuring due process rights to
all late applicants. The Corporation Counsel shall be available to the Board to provide
legal counsel to the Board as requested.Renewal applications received after nine
months of the filing deadline shall be required to retake the licensing examiniation.
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Editor’s Note: This ordinance also provided that it be in effect retroactive to 1-1-2008.
§ 148-8. Application for Class B license.
A.
Any person desiring to procure a Class B license as provided for in this chapter shall
make application for such license to the Department of Code Enforcement using the
form provided and submitting such documentation as shall be required by the
Department and the appropriate fees.
B.
The Department shall within 10 days after receipt of any application for a Class B
license assess the application to determine the fitness of the applicant to execute the
work described therein.
§ 148-9. Issuance of Class B license.
A.
Upon approval of the Class B license application, the Department of Code Enforcement
shall inform the City Clerk, who shall issue the Class B license. All Class B licenses
shall state the class of license, the name and address of the holder, and the location of
the property covered by the license.
§ 148-10. Fees for Class B license.
A.
Each Class B license and subsequent renewal shall be issued for a fee of $300. All fees
shall be paid to the City Clerk and shall be subsequently paid by the City Clerk to the
Treasurer of the City.
§ 148-911. License not transferable.
A.
No license granted under this chapter shall be transferable, and no license shall be
used for the interests of any unlicensed master electrician, except as provided for in
§148-3.
§ 148-1012. Revocation of license.
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A.
Upon presentation to the Board of Examiners of charges that the holder of any license
has willfully violated any of the provisions of any ordinances of the City or any
neighboring community or county with which the Board has a reciprocal agreement
applying to electrical work or is incompetent to comply with such provisions, the Board
of Examiners shall fix a time and place for a meeting to consider such charges and shall
notify the holder of the license to be present at such meeting. Such notification shall be
in writing and shall be delivered to the holder at least five days in advance of the
meeting.
B.
If upon a hearing of the Board of Examiners of all evidence offered it shall be decided
by the Board of Examiners that such holder of a license has willfully violated any of the
provisions of any such ordinance, or by continued violation has proven his
incompetency to comply with any of the provisions of any such ordinance, then the
Board of Examiners shall revoke the license of such holder. When a license has been
revoked, a new license shall not be granted to the same person, firm or corporation until
a period of at least 90 days has elapsed after such revocation.
§ 148-1113. Exemptions from chapter.
A.
The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to persons engaged in solely selling or
solely in the attachment of ordinary electrical appliances to existing circuits where no
joining or splicing of electrical conductors is required; nor to persons, firms or
corporations, copartnerships and associations regularly employing electricians for the
installation, maintenance, repair, altering and extension of the electric wires,
conductors, electrical machinery, apparatus, or appliances in their own property and/or
property occupied by them; nor to the installation, maintenance or repair of elevators;
nor to any work involved in the manufacture, test or repair of electrical machinery,
apparatus, materials and equipment or to its assembly, installation and wiring, when
such assembly, installation and wiring are done by a person, firm or corporation
engaged in electrical manufacturing as their principal business; nor to the work in
connection with the erection, construction, maintenance or repair of lines for the
transmission of electricity from the source of supply to the service connection of the
premises where used; nor to the public service companies or municipal plants
authorized to generate or sell electricity or to the work of such companies installing,
maintaining and repairing on the consumer's premises of service connections, meters
and other apparatus and appliances remaining the property of such companies after
installation or to emergency repairs of wiring and appliances on consumers' premises
necessary for the protection of life or property; nor to the work of companies
incorporated for the transmission of intelligence by electricity in installing, maintaining or
repairing wires, apparatus or fixtures or other appliances.
B.
Nothing herein contained, however, shall be construed so as to prohibit or prevent any
person from installing, altering or extending the electric wires, conductors, apparatus,
fixtures, machinery, appliances or appurtenances in his own property.
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§ 148-1214. Penalties for offenses.
A.
Any person who shall violate any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be subject to a fine of not more than
$250 or to imprisonment for not more than 15 days or to both such fine and
imprisonment, and each day on which such violation continues shall constitute a
separate offense. In addition to the penalty imposed, the license of the person violating
the same may be revoked.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect immediately.
Approved as to form, July 31, 2019,
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James A. Caruso, Esq., Corporation Counsel
TO: City Council and Mayor Patrick Madden
FROM: Mara Drogan, City Clerk
DATE: August 2, 2019
RE: Proposed Revision to City Code, Ch. 148. Electricians
Attached please find proposed revisions to Chapter 148 of the City Code. The Electrical License
Board (Doug Wilkie, Paul Heroux, and John Finelli) has reviewed and approved these revisions.
The most significant changes are:
1) §148-2. Officially reducing the size of the board from 7 members to 3. It has not had 7
members in many years.
2) §148-2. Raising the annual fee for board members and the administrator by $100 and $200
respectively. Fees were last changed in 1990.
3) §148-6. Raising fees for A licenses from $100 to $150 and B licenses from $200 to $300.
Fees were last changed in 1994 and 1996, respectively.
Provided the number of licenses issued remains consistent with the past 4 years, I have
projected increased revenue as follows:
2015-2017
Average
2018
Actual
2020
Projection
Electrical License
$22,175.00
$23,850.00
$34,950.00
Electrical "B" License
$6,600.00
$9,000.00
$12,000.00
Exam Fee*
$2,566.67
$1,500.00
$2,000.00
Late Fee**
$1250.00
TOTALS
$31,341.67
$34,350.00
$50,200.00
*We do not propose to raise exam fee but the number of applicants increased in 2019 due
to posting exam dates in City Hall and on social media.
**Late fees were not tracked separately in the past but were folded into Electrical License
category.
For comparison:
Municipality
Class A
Class B
Albany
$300
$400
Schenectady
$300
$300
Although the Class A license is still below that of neighboring cities, the Board felt that
increasing more than $50 at one time could have a negative impact on the number of
electricians choosing to renew their licenses. We recommend revising the fees on a more
regular basis.
4) §148-8 through 148-10. Adding B license process to Code.
5) The remaining changes better reflect current practice and reorganized the chapter to make it
more logical.
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ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TROY CITY CODE, CHAPTER 228, PLUMBERS
The City of Troy, convened in City Council, ordains as follows:
Section 1. Chapter 228 of the Troy City Code is amended as follows:
Chapter 228. Plumbing
[HISTORY: Adopted by the City Council of the City of Troy 7-6-1978 (Ch. 23 of the 1973
Code); amended 12-7-1995. Amendments noted where applicable.]
GENERAL REFERENCES
Building construction — See Ch. 141.
Property maintenance — See Ch. 176.
§ 228-1. Definitions.
For the purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
BOARD or BOARD OF EXAMINERS
The Examining Board of Plumbers provided for in this chapter.
MASTER PLUMBER
A person who holds a Class A license issued in accordance with the provisions
of this chapter.
PERSON
A natural person.
§ 228-72. Board of Examiners.
[Added 10-3-2013 by Ord. No. 63]
A.
There is hereby created a board to be known as the Examining Board of Plumbers
which shall consist of three members as follows:
(1)
Three master plumbers with at least 10 years' experience in the City of Troy, primarily
engaged in the plumbing field.and employing one or more journeyman plumbers.
B.
Each member shall be appointed by the Mayor to serve a term of three years, unless
sooner removed by the Mayor. Any appointed member may be removed by the Mayor
for malfeasance in office, incapacity, or neglect of duty.
C.
The administrator of the Board shall be the City Clerk.
D.
As of January 1, 2020, each member of the Board shall receive a fee of $600 per year
and the administrator shall receive a fee of $1,200 per year. Each member of the
Examining Board who is qualified to hold a Class A license shall be entitled to receive
such license and/or renewals thereof without paying a fee.
E.
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The Examining Board of Plumbers shall elect its own chair. A majority of the
membership of the Board shall constitute a quorum to transact the business of the
Board. The Board shall meet at the call of the Chair, who shall call a meeting whenever
they or a majority of the Board shall consider such meeting desirable for the proper and
efficient conduct of the business of the Board.
F.
The Examining Board of Plumbers as already constituted is authorized and empowered
to conduct the necessary examinations and to issue Class A licenses in conformity with,
and to carry into effect, the provisions of this chapter.
§ 228-13. Certificate of competency License required for plumbers.
A.
No person shall perform any plumbing or draining work in the City without having first
obtained from the Examining Board of Plumbers of the City a certificate of competency
unless such person is the holder of Class A license as provided for in this chapter, to
conduct such trade or calling or is working for a company that employs a plumber who
holds a Class A license as provided for in this chapter.
B.
Every company performing plumbing work in the City of Troy must employ a licensed
master plumber.
C.
Nothing herein contained shall be construed so as to prohibit or prevent any person
from installing, altering, or extending the plumbing, apparatus, fixtures, machinery,
appliances or appurtenances in his/her own property.
§ 228-2. Authority to issue certificates.
The Examining Board of Plumbers as already constituted is authorized and empowered
to conduct the necessary examinations and to issue, in a proper case, a certificate of
competency in conformity with, and to carry into effect, the provisions of this chapter.
§ 228-4. Application for Class A license.
A.
Any person desiring to procure a Class A license as provided for in this chapter shall
make application for such license to the City Clerk using the form provided and
submitting such documentation as shall be required by the Board.
B.
The City Clerk shall within 5 days after the receipt of an application for a Class A license
deliver such application to the Board of Examiners, who shall assess the application to
determine the fitness of the applicant to take the written examination.
C.
The Board shall examine applicants for licenses to determine the qualifications and
fitness of the applicants to receive Class A licenses to engage in business as master
plumbers. The nature of the examinations conducted under this chapter shall be
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determined by the Board. The Board and the administrator shall adopt such written
rules and regulations as they may deem necessary for such examinations.
D.
Applicants must earn a minimum grade of 75% to pass the exam. An applicant who has
failed in his first examination shall not be entitled to another examination until after 90
days from the date of such failure; an applicant who has failed twice or more shall not
be entitled to any additional examination until after six months from the date of the last
preceding failure.
§ 228-5. Issuance of Class A license.
A.
Upon notification by the Board of Examiners that the applicant has passed the
examination and that the applicant has met all the requirements of the Board to receive
a Class A license, the City Clerk shall issue the license to engage in the business as
provided for in § 228-3. All Class A licenses shall be numbered in the order in which
they are issued and each license shall state the class of license, the name and address
of the holder, and the expiration date of the license.
§ 228-36. Fees.
A.
At the time of examination, approved applicants shall pay a non-refundable exam fee of
$100.
Every application for a certificate of competency shall be accompanied by a fee of $5,
and any person passing such examination shall receive a certificate of competency
upon the payment of an additional fee of $50.
B.
Upon passing the exam, a Class A license shall be issued for a fee of $150 and shall
expire at the end of the calendar year in which it was issued.
All certificates of registration issued thereunder and all certificates of competency shall
expire on the 31st day of December of the year in which they shall have been issued
and may be renewed upon the payment of $100 for such certificate of registration and
$2 for such certificate of competency. A late filing fee of $250 will be applied to any
certificate of registration that is not renewed in the year in which such certificate was
issued.
[Amended 2-3-2011 by Ord. No. 4]
C.
For each subsequent renewal of a Class A license, a fee of $150 shall be paid.
Payment of the fee and charges above specified shall be made to the secretary of the
Examining Board of Plumbers and shall be by him/her paid over to the Treasurer of the
City not later than the fifth day of the month following the receipt of such fees and
charges.
D.
All fees shall be paid to the City Clerk and shall be subsequently paid by the City Clerk
to the Treasurer of the City.
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§ 228-4. Exception.
Nothing herein contained shall be construed to require a certificate of competency to be
held by a journeyman plumber employed by a person, firm or corporation possessing a
certificate of competency issued by the Examining Board of Plumbers of the City.
§ 228-7. Expiration and renewal of Class A license.
A.
Each Class A license shall expire at the end of the calendar year in which it was issued,
consistent with § 228-7 herein. Each Class A license shall be renewed, without further
examination, if the complete application for renewal and appropriate renewal fee are
received by the City Clerk on or before December 15 of each calendar year. A
completed renewal application shall include either proof of workers’
compensation/disability insurance (NYS Form C-105.2) or proof of exemption (NYS
Form CE-200).
B.
The City Clerk shall accept the filing of all late applications received after December 15,
provided the late application is received by the City Clerk within nine months of the filing
deadline. The applicant must pay the annual filing fee plus a late filing fee of $250 upon
submission of the late renewal application. Upon receipt of the late renewal application
and all fees, the City Clerk shall issue the renewal license.
C.
Renewal applications received after nine months of the filing deadline shall be required
to retake the licensing examination.
§ 228-8. License not transferable.
A.
No license granted under this chapter shall be transferable, and no license shall be
used for the interests of any unlicensed plumber, except as provided for in §228-3.
§ 228-9. Revocation of license.
A.
Upon presentation to the Board of Examiners of charges that the holder of any license
has willfully violated any of the provisions of any ordinances of the City or is
incompetent to comply with such provisions, the Board of Examiners shall fix a time and
place for a meeting to consider such charges and shall notify the holder of the license to
be present at such meeting. Such notification shall be in writing and shall be delivered
to the holder at least five days in advance of the meeting.
B.
If upon a hearing of the Board of Examiners of all evidence offered it shall be decided
by the Board of Examiners that such holder of a license has willfully violated any of the
provisions of any such ordinance, or by continued violation has proven his
incompetency to comply with any of the provisions of any such ordinance, then the
Board of Examiners shall revoke the license of such holder. When a license has been
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revoked, a new license shall not be granted to the same person, until a period of at least
90 days has elapsed after such revocation.
§ 228-510. Penalties for offenses.
A.
Any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor.
§ 228-6. Not applicable to property owner.
Nothing herein contained shall be construed so as to prohibit or prevent any person
from installing, altering, or extending the plumbing, apparatus, fixtures, machinery,
appliances or appurtenances in his/her own property.
§ 228-7. Board of Examiners.
[Added 10-3-2013 by Ord. No. 63]
A.
There is hereby created a board to be known as the Examining Board of Plumbers
which shall consist of three members as follows:
(1)
Three master plumbers with 10 years' experience in the City and employing one or
more journeyman plumbers.
B.
The present existing Examining Board of Plumbers and all members thereof is hereby
terminated and such present members shall continue only until the appointment of new
members by the Mayor as prescribed by this chapter. With the expiration of the term for
which each member shall have been appointed, the Mayor shall fill the vacancy by
appointment of a person with the same qualifications as the member of office who is
terminated for a term of three years, unless sooner removed by the Mayor. Any
appointed member may be removed by the Mayor for malfeasance in office, incapacity
or neglect of duty. Each member of the Examining Board shall receive a fee of $500 a
year and the Secretary shall receive a fee of $1,000 a year. Each member of the
Examining Board who is qualified to hold a Class A license shall be entitled to receive
such license and/or renewals thereof without paying a fee.
C.
The Examining Board of Plumbers shall elect its own chair. The secretary shall be the
City Clerk or the designee of the City Clerk. A majority of the membership of the Board
shall constitute a quorum to transact the business of the Board. The Board shall meet at
least quarterly on the 15th day of January, the 15th day of April, the 15th day of July,
and the 15th day of October, and shall hold special meetings at the call of the Chair,
who shall call a special meeting whenever he/she or a majority of the Board shall
consider such meeting desirable for the proper and efficient conduct of the business of
the Board. The Board shall examine applicants for licenses to determine the
qualifications and fitness of the applicants to receive licenses to engage in business as
master plumbers. The nature of the examinations conducted under this chapter shall be
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determined by the Board, and the Board shall adopt such rules and regulations as it
may deem necessary for such examinations. An applicant who has failed in his first
examination shall not be entitled to another examination until after 90 days from the
date of such failure; an applicant who has failed twice or more shall not be entitled to
any additional examination until after six months from the date of the last preceding
failure. Final action on any application shall be taken by the Examining Board of
Plumbers within three months after the receipt of the application by the City Clerk.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect immediately.
Approved as to form, August 1, 2019,
____________________________________
James A. Caruso, Esq., Corporation Counsel
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TO: City Council and Mayor Patrick Madden
FROM: Mara Drogan, City Clerk
DATE: August 2, 2019
RE: Proposed Revision to City Code, Ch. 228. Plumbing
Attached please find proposed revisions to Chapter 228 of the City Code. The Plumbers Board
(Matt McElligott, Gary Mulligan, and Tim Strife) has reviewed and approved these revisions.
The most significant changes are:
1) The process for issuing and renewing A licenses was added.
2) §228-2. Raising the annual fee for board members and the administrator by $100 and
$200 respectively. Fees were last changed in 1993.
3) §228-6. Raising fee for A licenses from $102 to $150. Fee was last changed in 1995.
Provided the number of licenses issued remains consistent with the past 4 years, I have
projected increased revenue as follows:
2018
Actual
2020
Projection
Exam Fee
$10.00
$300.00
Late Fee*
$250.00
Plumber's License
$4,792.00
$7,650.00
Totals
$4,802.00
$8,200.00
*Late fees were not tracked separately in the past but were folded into Plumber’s
License category.
For comparison:
Municipality
Class
A
Albany
$300
Schenectady
$200
Although the Class A license is still below that of neighboring cities, increasing more
than $50 at one time could have a negative impact on the number of plumbers choosing
to renew their licenses. We recommend revising the fees on a more regular basis.
4) The remaining changes better reflect current practice and reorganized the chapter to
make it more logical.
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THE PLASTIC FREE HUDSON RIVER ORDINANCE
TO AMEND THE TROY CITY CODE, CHAPTER §189
The City of Troy, in City Council, convened, ordains as follows:
Section 189 of the Code of the City of Troy is hereby amended to provide and read:
§189-0 Legislative Intent
Polystyrene products, plastic straws, and plastic bags have caused and continue to cause
significant environmental harm and have burdened local governments with significant
environmental cleanup costs as well as waste costs.
Plastics and other materials synthesized from petroleum and natural gas do not biodegrade. Even
with the emergence of bioplastics, which are derived from renewable biomass sources, such as
plants and microorganisms, there is no certified type of bioplastic that biodegrades in a marine
environment.
The purpose of this Ordinance is to eliminate the use of polystyrene foam food serviceware, to
reduce the use of plastic straws, and to support New York State’s ban on plastic bags, while
working to decrease the overall waste stream by opting in to the five-cent fee on paper bags
provided for under section 27-2805 of the state environmental conservation law.
§189-1 Definitions
A. COVERED STORE shall mean an establishment engaged in the retail sale of personal,
consumer, household items including but not limited to: drug stores, pharmacies, grocery
stores, supermarkets, convenience stores, foodmarts, gas stations, hardware and home
improvement stores, stationary and office supply stores and food service establishments
that provide carryout bags to consumers. Covered stores also include all apparel,
clothing and shoe stores, including those in malls;
B. CUSTOMER shall mean any person obtaining goods from a covered store;
C. RETAIL SALES shall mean the transfer to a customer of goods in exchange for
payment occurring in retail stores, sidewalk sale, farmers’ markets, flea markets and
restaurants. The termretail sales” does not include sales of goods at yard sales, tag
sales, or other sales by residents at their homes;
D. FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT shall mean a place where prepared food is
provided for individual portion service directly to a customer whether consumption
occurs on or off the premises;
E. SINGLE USE FOOD SERVICE WARE all bowls, plates, cartons, cups, and other
containers, trays, or items intended for single use or in which any food service
establishment places and/or packages food or provides to customers to do so, or any of
which is to be used by customers to consume food. This includes, but is not limited to,
service ware used for takeout or leftovers from partially consumed meals prepared for
consumption at a specific location;
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F. POLYSTYRENE FOAM shall mean any blown polystyrene, expanded, or extruded
foams (commonly referred to as Styrofoam) which are thermoplastic petrochemical
materials utilizing a styrene monomer and processed by a number of techniques including
but not limited to: fusion of polymer spheres (expandable bead polystyrene), injection
molding, form molding, and extrusion blow molding (extruded from polystyrene). It shall
also include clear or solid polystyrene, known as “oriented polystyrene”;
G. PAPER CARRYOUT BAG shall mean a paper bag, other than an exempt bag, that is
provided to a customer by a person required to collect tax to be used by the customer to
carry tangible personal property, regardless of whether such person required to collect tax
sells any tangible personal property or service to the customer, and regardless of whether
any tangible personal property or service sold is exempt from tax under article 28 of the
tax law.
H. RECYCLABLE PAPER BAG shall mean a paper bag that (1) contains no old growth
fiber; (2) is one hundred percent (100%) recyclable overall and contains a minimum of
fifty percent (50%) post-consumer recycled content;
I. PERSON REQUIRED TO COLLECT TAX shall mean any vendor of tangible
personal property subject to the tax imposed by subdivision (a) of section 1105 of the tax
law.
J. SINGLE-USE PLASTIC STRAW, a single-use, disposable tube made predominantly
of plastic derived from either petroleum or biologically based polymer, such as corn or
other plant sources, used to transfer a beverage from a container to the mouth of the
person drinking the beverage. “Single-use plastic straw” shall not include a straw made
from non-plastic materials, including, but not limited to, paper, pasta, sugar cane, wood,
or bamboo, or a straw expressly marketed as and intended for reuse;
§189-2 Polystyrene Foam Single-use Service Ware.
A. Food service establishments including franchises are prohibited from using single-use
food service ware made of polystyrene foam.
B. Food service establishments with two or less locations may apply with the City of Troy
for a one-year non-renewable exemption to the prohibition on using single-use food
service ware made of polystyrene foam.
C. The retail sales of single-use food service ware made of polystyrene foam by covered
stores including franchises is prohibited.
D. Covered stores with two or less locations may apply with the City of Troy for a one-year
non-renewable exemption to the prohibition of the retail sales of single-use food service
ware made of polystyrene foam.
E. Food service establishments and covered stores may use or sell their existing inventory of
polystyrene foam single-use service ware until the effective date of this act or one year
thereafter for those who have received a waiver.
F. The City of Troy will provide those food establishments and covered stores that receive a
one-year nonrenewable waiver with signage disclosing that waiver, which must be
displayed in a public location.
§189-3 Plastic Straws.
A. Food Service Establishments shall only provide plastic straws upon request to customers.
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B. The City of Troy shall issue guidance and educational materials to Food Service
Establishments on signage with respect to communicating to customers that they can ask
for plastic straws where such establishments provide them upon request.
§189-4 Paper carryout bag reduction fee.
A. On and after March 1, 2020, there shall be a paper carryout bag reduction fee of five
cents imposed on each paper carryout bag provided by any person required to collect tax
from a customer.
B. Any sales slip, invoice, receipt or other statement of price furnished by a person required
to collect tax to a customer shall separately state and make payable the paper carryout
bag reduction fee and shall state the number of paper carryout bags provided to the
customer.
C. Pursuant to paragraph (c) of subdivision 1 of section 27-2805 of the environmental
conservation law, the transfer of a paper carryout bag to a customer by a person required
to collect tax shall not constitute a retail sale and the fee imposed on paper carryout bags
pursuant to this section shall not constitute a receipt for the sale of tangible personal
property.
D. Pursuant to subdivision 4 of section 27-2805 of the environmental conservation law, the
paper carryout bag reduction fee shall be reported and paid by a person required to collect
tax to the New York state commissioner of taxation and finance, accompanied by a return
in the form and containing the information prescribed by such commissioner, on a
quarterly basis on or before the twentieth day of the month following each quarterly
period ending on the last day of February, May, August and November, respectively.
E. Exemptions.
a. Pursuant to subdivision 3 of section 27-2805 of the environmental conservation
law, the paper carryout bag reduction fee imposed pursuant to section 189-3 shall
not apply to any customer using the supplemental nutrition assistance program,
special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children, or any
successor programs used as full or partial payment for the items purchased.
b. Pursuant to subparagraph (1) of paragraph (b) of subdivision 6 of section 27-2805
of the environmental conservation law, the exemptions provided for in section
1116 of the tax law, other than the exemptions in paragraphs (1), (2) and (3) of
subdivision (a) of such section, shall not apply to the paper carryout bag reduction
fee imposed pursuant to this section.
F. A person required to collect a tax shall only provide a recyclable paper bag in the transfer
of a paper carryout bag.
§189
-5 Penalties. Any Food Service Establishment or Covered Store found to be in violation of
the provisions of this Chapter, with the exemption of §189-3 for which the penalties are outlined
under section 27-2807 of the state environmental conservation law and are enforced by the New
York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and Attorney General, shall be liable for a
civil penalty. Such a penalty will be imposed upon the findings of an investigation by the City of
Troy following notice of a potential violation. Such a penalty will be payable to the City of Troy
pursuant to the following penalty structure:
A. Any Covered Store or Food Service Establishment found to be in violation of the
provisions of this law a first time shall be issued a written warning.
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B. Any Covered Store or Food Service Establishment found to be in violation of the
provisions of this law a second time shall be liable for a civil penalty not to exceed
$100.00.
C. Any Covered Store or Food Service Establishment found to be in violation of the
provisions of this law a third time shall be liable for a civil penalty not to exceed $250.00.
D. Any Covered Store or Food Service Establishment found to be in violation of the
provisions of this law a fourth time shall be liable for a civil penalty not to exceed
$500.00.
E. For each subsequent violation, daily fines of $100.00 shall be instituted and applied for
violations of this Ordinance until compliance is achieved.
F. All fines collected for violations of the Ordinance shall be used to offset any costs of
compliance and oversight of adherence to this Ordinance or to address the costs to the
City associated with waste removal and recycling.
§189-6 Reverse Preemption. This Chapter shall be null and void on the day that a county or
statewide law is in effect, incorporating either the same or substantially similar provisions as are
contained in this Ordinance or in the event that a relevant county, state or federal administrative
agency issues and promulgates regulations preempting such action by the City of Troy. The Troy
City Council shall determine by resolution whether or not the identical or substantially similar
county or statewide law or relevant pre-emptive county, state or federal regulations have been
enacted for the purposes of triggering the provisions of this section.
§189-7 Within five days of the enactment of this Ordinance, the General Services Commissioner
shall mail a certified copy of this Ordinance by registered or certified mail to the New York State
Commissioner of Taxation and Finance and file a certified copy of this Ordinance with the New
York State Tax Commission, the City Clerk, the Secretary of State and the New York State
Comptroller pursuant to subdivisions (d) and (e) of section 1210 of the tax law.
§189-8 This Ordinance takes effect on March 1, 2020, except that the City of Troy and its
employees may take such measures as are necessary for its implementation prior to such
effective date.
Approved as to form August 7, 2019
_________________________________________
JAMES A. CARUSO, ESQ. Corporation Counsel
Sponsor’s Memo: Plastic Free Hudson River Act
David Bissember, Troy City Council, District 5
Legislative Intent:
Polystyrene products, plastic straws, and plastic bags have caused and continue to cause significant
environmental harm and have burdened local governments with significant environmental cleanup costs
as well as waste costs.
Plastics and other materials synthesized from petroleum and natural gas do not biodegrade. Even with the
emergence of bioplastics, which are derived from renewable biomass sources, such as plants and
microorganisms, there is no certified type of bioplastic that biodegrades in a marine environment.
The purpose of this local law is to eliminate the use of polystyrene foam food serviceware, to reduce the
use of plastic straws, and to support New York State’s ban on plastic bags, while working to decrease the
overall waste stream by opting in to the five-cent fee on paper bags provided for under section 27-2805 of
the state environmental conservation law.
Description:
The specific provisions of the Plastic Free Hudson River Act include:
Polystyrene Foam Single-Use Serviceware Ban:
- Prohibits the sale of single-use polystyrene foam food service ware and its use by food service
establishments and covered stores.
- This provision does not preclude the sale or use of recyclable plastic or paper food service ware
which are comparable in price.
- The bill also allows for food service establishments and covered stores with two or less locations
to apply with the City of Troy for a one-year non-renewable exemption to this provision.
- The City of Troy will provide those food establishments and covered stores that receive a one-
year nonrenewable waiver with signage disclosing that waiver.
Plastic Straws Upon Request Only:
- Requires that plastic straws at food service establishments to be “upon request” by customers and
establishes that the City of Troy will provide guidance on signage for stores to let customers
know they may ask for straws.
- Language was developed in concert with and agreed on by members of the Independent Living
Center that use straws as assistive devices, per the recommendation of the Disability Rights
Advocates.
- There would be no additional costs to establishments, and this provision may result in some
savings as establishment may use less straws. Once more, it does not require establishments to
use any alternative straw materials or replace their plastic straws should they have them.
- In addition, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation provides grants
(with a 50% reimbursement rate) under the Municipal Waste Reduction and Recycling program
that includes costs related to publications, education and outreach tools, advertising, and
promotional items.
Paper Bag Carryout Fee
- This provision opts in to a 5-cent fee on paper bags under the New York State law which bans
carry-out plastic bags beginning in March of 2020.
- Paper bags also have an environmental impact and this fee is meant to discourage simply shifting
from plastic to paper bags and to move towards the further use of reusable bags.
- Further requires that stores provide recyclable paper bags which have less environmental impact
and cost to municipalities.
- Per the underlying state law, sixty percent of the fee goes back into New York State’s
Environmental Protection Fund for related programs, and forty percent stays with the City of
Troy for the specific purpose of providing reusable bags to the community.
- Residents who rely on food assistance programs like WIC and SNAP will be exempt from the
fee.
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RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT PROPOSED TYPE I ACTION SHALL HAVE
NO SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE IMPACTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Troy, New York (the City) is considering
undertaking the lease of the Scolite Parcel located on Madison Street, East of the Hudson River
and South of the Poestenkill; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (the
“SEQR Act”) and the regulations adopted pursuant thereto by the Department of Environmental
Conservation of the State of New York, being 6 NYCRR Part 617, as amended (the
“Regulations”), the City desires to comply with the SEQR Act and the Regulations with respect
to the Project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TROY, NEW YORK AS FOLLOWS:
1. The lease constitutes an “Unlisted Action” under 6 NYCRR § 617
2. A Long Environmental Assessment form has been completed and reviewed and it
is the determination of the City Council that the action will have no significant adverse impacts
on the environment.
The foregoing Resolution was thereupon declared duly adopted.
Approved as to form, August 1, 2019.
___________________________________
James A. Caruso, Corporation Counsel
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Full Environmental Assessment Form
Part 2 - Identification of Potential Project Impacts
Part 2 is to be completed by the lead agency. Part 2 is designed to help the lead agency inventory all potential resources that could
be affected by a proposed project or action. We recognize that the lead agency=s reviewer(s) will not necessarily be environmental
professionals. So, the questions are designed to walk a reviewer through the assessment process by providing a series of questions that
can be answered using the information found in Part 1. To further assist the lead agency in completing Part 2, the form identifies the
most relevant questions in Part 1 that will provide the information needed to answer the Part 2 question. When Part 2 is completed, the
lead agency will have identified the relevant environmental areas that may be impacted by the proposed activity.
If the lead agency is a state agency and the action is in any Coastal Area, complete the Coastal Assessment Form before proceeding
with this assessment.
Tips for completing Part 2:
Review all of the information provided in Part 1.
Review any application, maps, supporting materials and the Full EAF Workbook.
Answer each of the 18 questions in Part 2.
If you answer Yes” to a numbered question, please complete all the questions that follow in that section.
If you answer No” to a numbered question, move on to the next numbered question.
Check appropriate column to indicate the anticipated size of the impact.
Proposed projects that would exceed a numeric threshold contained in a question should result in the reviewing agency
checking the box “Moderate to large impact may occur.”
The reviewer is not expected to be an expert in environmental analysis.
If you are not sure or undecided about the size of an impact, it may help to review the sub-questions for the general
question and consult the workbook.
When answering a question consider all components of the proposed activity, that is, the Awhole action@.
Consider the possibility for long-term and cumulative impacts as well as direct impacts.
Answer the question in a reasonable manner considering the scale and context of the project.
1. Impact on Land
Proposed action may involve construction on, or physical alteration of, NO YES
the land surface of the proposed site. (See Part 1. D.1)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - j. If “No”, move on to Section 2.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No
, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed act
ion may involve construction on land where depth to water table is
less than 3 feet.
E2d
9
9
b. The propose
d action may involve construction on slopes of 15% or greater.
E2f
9
9
c. The proposed act
ion may involve construction on land where bedrock is exposed, or
generally within 5 feet of existing ground surface.
E2a
9
9
d. The propose
d action may involve the excavation and removal of more than 1,000 tons
of natural material.
D2a
9
9
e. The proposed act
ion may involve construction that continues for more than one year
or in multiple phases.
D1e
9
9
f. The proposed action may result in in
creased erosion, whether from physical
disturbance or vegetation removal (including from treatment by herbicides).
D2e, D2q
9
9
g. The proposed action is, or
may be, located within a Coastal Erosion hazard area.
B1i
9
9
h. Other imp
acts: _______________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
9
9
Agency Use Only [If applicable]
Project :
Date :
FEAF 2019
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2. Impact on Geological Features
The proposed action may result in the modification or destruction of, or inhibit
access to, any unique or unusual land forms on the site (e.g., cliffs, dunes, NO YES
minerals, fossils, caves). (See Part 1. E.2.g)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - c. If “No”, move on to Section 3.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. Identif
y the specific land form(s) attached: ________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
E2g
9 9
b. The p
roposed action may affect or is adjacent to a geological feature listed as a
registered National Natural Landmark.
Specific feature: _____________________________________________________
E3c
9
9
c. Oth
er impacts: ______________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
9
9
3. Impacts on Surface Water
The proposed action may affect one or more wetlands or other surface water NO YES
bodies (e.g., streams, rivers, ponds or lakes). (See Part 1. D.2, E.2.h)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - l. If “No”, move on to Section 4.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action may create a new water body.
D2b, D1h
9
9
b. Th
e proposed action may result in an increase or decrease of over 10% or more than a
10 acre increase or decrease in the surface area of any body of water.
D2b
9
9
c. The p
roposed action may involve dredging more than 100 cubic yards of material
from a wetland or water body.
D2a
9
9
d. Th
e proposed action may involve construction within or adjoining a freshwater or
tidal wetland, or in the bed or banks of any other water body.
E2h
9
9
e. The
proposed action may create turbidity in a waterbody, either from upland erosion,
runoff or by disturbing bottom sediments.
D2a, D2h
9
9
f. The pr
oposed action may include construction of one or more intake(s) for withdrawal
of water from surface water.
D2c
9
9
g. The p
roposed action may include construction of one or more outfall(s) for discharge
of wastewater to surface water(s).
D2d
9
9
h. The p
roposed action may cause soil erosion, or otherwise create a source of
stormwater discharge that may lead to siltation or other degradation of receiving
water bodies.
D2e
9
9
i. The proposed
action may affect the water quality of any water bodies within or
downstream of the site of the proposed action.
E2h
9
9
j. Th
e proposed action may involve the application of pesticides or herbicides in or
around any water body.
D2q, E2h
9
9
k. The proposed action may require the construction of new, or expansion of existing,
wastewater treatment facilities.
D1a, D2d
9
9
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l. Other imp
acts: _______________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
9
9
4. Impact on groundwater
The proposed action may result in new or additional use of ground water, or NO YES
may have the potential to introduce contaminants to ground water or an aquifer.
(See Part 1. D.2.a, D.2.c, D.2.d, D.2.p, D.2.q, D.2.t)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, move on to Section 5.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The propose
d action may require new water supply wells, or create additional demand
on supplies from existing water supply wells.
D2c
9
9
b. Water supply demand from the propose
d action may exceed safe and sustainable
withdrawal capacity rate of the local supply or aquifer.
Cite Source: ________________________________________________________
D2c
9
9
c. The proposed action may allow or result in residential uses in areas without water and
sewer services.
D1a, D2c
9
9
d. The proposed
action may include or require wastewater discharged to groundwater.
D2d, E2l
9 9
e. The prop
osed action may result in the construction of water supply wells in locations
where groundwater is, or is suspected to be, contaminated.
D2c, E1f,
E1g, E1h
9
9
f. The pro
posed action may require the bulk storage of petroleum or chemical products
over ground water or an aquifer.
D2p, E2l
9
9
g. The proposed
action may involve the commercial application of pesticides within 100
feet of potable drinking water or irrigation sources.
E2h, D2q,
E2l, D2c
9
9
h. Other imp
acts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
5. Impact on Flooding
The proposed action may result in development on lands subject to flooding. NO YES
(See Part 1. E.2)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, move on to Section 6.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The propose
d action may result in development in a designated floodway.
E2i
9
9
b. The proposed action
may result in development within a 100 year floodplain.
E2j
9
9
c. The prop
osed action may result in development within a 500 year floodplain.
E2k
9
9
d. The prop
osed action may result in, or require, modification of existing drainage
patterns.
D2b, D2e
9
9
e. The propose
d action may change flood water flows that contribute to flooding.
D2b, E2i,
E2j, E2k
9
9
f.
If there is a dam located on the site of the proposed action, is the dam in need of repair,
or upgrade?
E1e
9
9
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g. Other impacts: ______________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
9
9
6. Impacts on Air
NO YES The proposed action may include a state regulated air emission source.
(See Part 1. D.2.f., D.2.h, D.2.g)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, move on to Section 7.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. If the proposed action requires federal or state air emission perm
its, the action may
also emit one or more greenhouse gases at or above the following levels:
i. More than 1000 tons/year of carbon dioxide (CO
2
)
ii. More than 3.5 tons/year of nitrous oxide (N
2
O)
iii. More than 1000 tons/year of carbon equivalent of perfluorocarbons (PFCs)
iv. More than .045 tons/year of sulfur hexafluoride (SF
6
)
v. More than 1000 tons/year of carbon dioxide equivalent of
hydrochloroflourocarbons (HFCs) emissions
vi. 43 tons/year or more of methane
D2g
D2g
D2g
D2g
D2g
D2h
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
b. The proposed action ma
y generate 10 tons/year or more of any one designated
hazardous air pollutant, or 25 tons/year or more of any combination of such hazardous
air pollutants.
D2g
9
9
c. The proposed action may require a state air registration, or may produce an emissions
rate of total contaminants that may exceed 5 lbs. per hour, or may include a heat
source capable of producing more than 10 million BTU=s per hour.
D2f, D2g
9
9
d.
The proposed action may reach 50% of any of the thresholds in “a” through “c”,
above.
D2g
9
9
e. The proposed acti
on may result in the combustion or thermal treatment of more than 1
ton of refuse per hour.
D2s
9
9
f. Other impacts: __
____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
7. Impact on Plants and Animals
The proposed action may result in a loss of flora or fauna. (See Part 1. E.2. m.-q.) NO YES
If “Yes”, answer questions a - j. If “No”, move on to Section 8.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
sma
ll
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed act
ion may cause reduction in population or loss of individuals of any
threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the Federal
government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site.
E2o
9
9
b. The proposed acti
on may result in a reduction or degradation of any habitat used by
any rare, threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the federal
government.
E2o
9
9
c. The proposed acti
on may cause reduction in population, or loss of individuals, of any
species of special concern or conservation need, as listed by New York State or the
Federal government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site.
E2p
9
9
d. The proposed acti
on may result in a reduction or degradation of any habitat used by
any species of special concern and conservation need, as listed by New York State or
the Federal government.
E2p
9
9
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e. The
proposed action may diminish the capacity of a registered National Natural
Landmark to support the biological community it was established to protect.
E3c
9
9
f. The
proposed action may result in the removal of, or ground disturbance in, any
portion of a designated significant natural community.
Source: ____________________________________________________________
E2n
9
9
g. The proposed action may substantially interfere with nesting/breeding, foraging, or
over-wintering habitat for the predominant species that occupy or use the project site.
E2m
9
9
h. Th
e proposed action requires the conversion of more than 10 acres of forest,
grassland or any other regionally or locally important habitat.
Habitat type & information source: ______________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
E1b
9
9
i. Pro
posed action (commercial, industrial or recreational projects, only) involves use of
herbicides or pesticides.
D2q
9
9
j. O
ther impacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
8. Impact on Agricultural Resources
The proposed action may impact agricultural resources. (See Part 1. E.3.a. and b.) NO YES
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, move on to Section 9.
Relevan
t
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action may impact soil classified within soil group 1 through 4 of the
NYS Land Classification System.
E2c, E3b
9 9
b. The propose
d action may sever, cross or otherwise limit access to agricultural land
(includes cropland, hayfields, pasture, vineyard, orchard, etc).
E1a, Elb
9
9
c. The
proposed action may result in the excavation or compaction of the soil profile of
active agricultural land.
E3b
9
9
d. The p
roposed action may irreversibly convert agricultural land to non-agricultural
uses, either more than 2.5 acres if located in an Agricultural District, or more than 10
acres if not within an Agricultural District.
E1b, E3a
9
9
e. The p
roposed action may disrupt or prevent installation of an agricultural land
management system.
El a, E1b
9
9
f. The propo
sed action may result, directly or indirectly, in increased development
potential or pressure on farmland.
C2c, C3,
D2c, D2d
9
9
g. The p
roposed project is not consistent with the adopted municipal Farmland
Protection Plan.
C2c
9
9
h. O
ther impacts: ________________________________________________________
9
9
Page 6 of 10
9. Impact on Aesthetic Resources
The land use of the proposed action are obviously different from, or are in NO YES
sharp contrast to, current land use patterns between the proposed project and
a scenic or aesthetic resource. (Part 1. E.1.a, E.1.b, E.3.h.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, go to Section 10.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. Prop
osed action may be visible from any officially designated federal, state, or local
scenic or aesthetic resource.
E3h
9
9
b. The propo
sed action may result in the obstruction, elimination or significant
screening of one or more officially designated scenic views.
E3h, C2b
9
9
c. The propose
d action may be visible from publicly accessible vantage points:
i. Seasonally (e.g., screened by summer foliage, but visible during other seasons)
ii. Year round
E3h
9
9
9
9
d. The sit
uation or activity in which viewers are engaged while viewing the proposed
action is:
i. Routine travel by residents, including travel to and from work
ii. Recreational or tourism based activities
E3h
E2q,
E1c
9
9
9
9
e. The pr
oposed action may cause a diminishment of the public enjoyment and
appreciation of the designated aesthetic resource.
E3h
9
9
f. There ar
e similar projects visible within the following distance of the proposed
project:
0-1/2 mile
½ -3 mile
3-5 mile
5+ mile
D1a, E1a,
D1f, D1g
9
9
g. Oth
er impacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
10. Impact on Historic and Archeological Resources
The proposed action may occur in or adjacent to a historic or archaeological NO YES
resource. (Part 1. E.3.e, f. and g.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 11.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
E3e
9
9
b. The pro
posed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous
to, an area designated as sensitive for archaeological sites on the NY State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory.
E3f
9
9
c. The pr
oposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous
to, an archaeological site not included on the NY SHPO inventory.
Source: ____________________________________________________________
E3g
9
9
a. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous
to, any buildings,
archaeological site or district which is listed on the National or
State Register of Historical Places, or that has been determined by the Commissioner
of the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for
listing on the State Register of Historic Places.
Page 7 of 10
d. Other im
pacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
e.
If any of the above (a-d) are answeredModerate to large impact may
occur”, continue with
the following questions to
hel
p support conclusions in Part 3:
i. The proposed action may result in the destruction or alteration of all or part
of the site or property.
ii. The proposed action may result in the alteration of the property’s setting or
integrity.
iii. The proposed action may result in the introduction of visual elements which
are out of character with the site or property, or may alter its setting.
E3e, E3g,
E3f
E3e, E3f,
E3g, E1a,
E1b
E3e, E3f,
E3g, E3h,
C2, C
3
9
9
9
9
9
9
11. Impact on Open Space and Recreation
The proposed action may result in a loss of recreational opportunities or a NO YES
reduction of an open space resource as designated in any adopted
municipal open space plan.
(See Part 1. C.2.c, E.1.c., E.2.q.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 12.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed
action may result in an impairment of natural functions, or “ecosystem
services”, provided by an undeveloped area, including but not limited to stormwater
storage, nutrient cycling, wildlife habitat.
D2e, E1b
E2h,
E2m, E2o,
E2n, E2p
9
9
b. The proposed action m
ay result in the loss of a current or future recreational resource.
C2a, E1c,
C2c, E2q
9
9
c. The proposed action ma
y eliminate open space or recreational resource in an area
with few such resources.
C2a, C2c
E1c, E2q
9
9
d. The proposed action m
ay result in loss of an area now used informally by the
community as an open space resource.
C2c, E1c
9
9
e. Other imp
acts: _____________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
9
9
12. Impact on Critical Environmental Areas
The proposed action may be located within or adjacent to a critical NO YES
environmental area (CEA). (See Part 1. E.3.d)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - c. If “No”, go to Section 13.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The propo
sed action may result in a reduction in the quantity of the resource or
characteristic which was the basis for designation of the CEA.
E3d
9
9
b. The proposed action m
ay result in a reduction in the quality of the resource or
characteristic which was the basis for designation of the CEA.
E3d
9
9
c. Other impa
cts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
Page 8 of 10
13. Impact on Transportation
The proposed action may result in a change to existing transportation systems. NO YES
(See Part 1. D.2.j)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, go to Section 14.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. Projected traffic increase may exceed capacity of existing road network.
D2j
9
9
b. The prop
osed action may result in the construction of paved parking area for 500 or
more vehicles.
D2j
9
9
c. The proposed action will degrad
e existing transit access.
D2j
9
9
d. The proposed action will degrad
e existing pedestrian or bicycle accommodations.
D2j
9
9
e.
The proposed action may alter the present pattern of movement of people or goods.
D2j
9
9
f. Other impacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
14. Impact on Energy
The proposed action may cause an increase in the use of any form of energy. NO YES
(See Part 1. D.2.k)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 15.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action will require a new, or an upgrade to an existing, substation. D2k
9 9
b. The proposed action will require the creation or extension of an energy transmission
or supply system to serve more than 50 single or two-family residences or to serve a
commercial or industrial use.
D1f,
D1q, D2k
9 9
c. The prop
osed action may utilize more than 2,500 MWhrs per year of electricity.
D2k
9
9
d. The proposed
action may involve heating and/or cooling of more than 100,000 square
feet of building area when completed.
D1g
9
9
e. Other Impacts: ________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
15. Impact on Noise, Odor, and Light
The proposed action may result in an increase in noise, odors, or outdoor lighting. NO YES
(See Part 1. D.2.m., n., and o.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, go to Section 16.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action may produce sound above noise levels established by local
regulation.
D2m
9
9
b. The proposed action
may result in blasting within 1,500 feet of any residence,
hospital, school, licensed day care center, or nursing home.
D2m, E1d
9
9
c. The proposed action may result in routine odors for more than one hour per day. D2o
9
9
Page 9 of 10
d. The proposed
action may result in light shining onto adjoining properties.
D2n
9
9
e. The pro
posed action may result in lighting creating sky-glow brighter than existing
area conditions.
D2n, E1a
9
9
f. Othe
r impacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
16. Impact on Human Health
The proposed action may have an impact on human health from exposure NO YES
to new or existing sources of contaminants. (See Part 1.D.2.q., E.1. d. f. g. and h.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - m. If “No”, go to Section 17.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No,or
small
impact
may cccur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action is located within 1500 feet of a school, hospital, licensed day
care center, group home, nursing home or retirement community.
E1d
9 9
b. The site
of the proposed action is currently undergoing remediation.
E1g, E1h
9
9
c. There is a completed
emergency spill remediation, or a completed environmental site
remediation on, or adjacent to, the site of the proposed action.
E1g, E1h
9
9
d.
The site of the action is subject to an institutional control limiting the use of the
property (e.g., easement or
deed restriction).
E1g, E1h
9
9
e. The proposed action may affect institutional cont
rol measures that were put in place
to ensure that the site remains protective of the environment and human health.
E1g, E1h
9
9
f. The proposed action
has adequate control measures in place to ensure that future
generation, treatment and/or disposal of hazardous wastes will be protective of the
environment and human health.
D2t
9
9
g. The pro
posed action involves construction or modification of a solid waste
management facility.
D2q, E1f
9
9
h. The proposed action ma
y result in the unearthing of solid or hazardous waste.
D2q, E1f
9
9
i. The proposed action m
ay result in an increase in the rate of disposal, or processing, of
solid waste.
D2r, D2s
9
9
j. The pro
posed action may result in excavation or other disturbance within 2000 feet of
a site used for the disposal of solid or hazardous waste.
E1f, E1g
E1h
9
9
k. The proposed
action may result in the migration of explosive gases from a landfill
site to adjacent off site structures.
E1f, E1g
9
9
l. The proposed action m
ay result in the release of contaminated leachate from the
project site.
D2s, E1f,
D2r
9
9
m. Other im
pacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Page 10 of 10
17. Consistency with Community Plans
The proposed action is not consistent with adopted land use plans. NO YES
(See Part 1. C.1, C.2. and C.3.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, go to Section 18.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action’s land use components may be different from, or in sharp
contrast to, current surrounding land use pattern(s).
C2, C3, D1a
E1a, E1b
9
9
b. The proposed action will cause the permanent population of the city, town or village
in which the project is located to grow by more than 5%.
C2
9
9
c. The proposed action is inconsistent with local land use plans or zoning regulations.
C2, C2, C3
9
9
d. The proposed action is inconsistent with any County plans, or other regional land use
plans.
C2, C2
9
9
e. The proposed action may cause a change in the density of development that is not
supported by existing infrastructure or is distant from existing infrastructure.
C3, D1c,
D1d, D1f,
D1d, Elb
9
9
f. The proposed action is located in an area characterized by low density development
that will require new or expanded public infrastructure.
C4, D2c, D2d
D2j
9
9
g. The proposed action may induce secondary development impacts (e.g., residential or
commercial development not included in the proposed action)
C2a
9 9
h. Other: _____________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
18. Consistency with Community Character
The proposed project is inconsistent with the existing community character. NO YES
(See Part 1. C.2, C.3, D.2, E.3)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, proceed to Part 3.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action may replace or eliminate existing facilities, structures, or areas
of historic importance to the community.
E3e, E3f, E3g
9
9
b. The proposed action may create a demand for additional community services (e.g.
schools, police and fire)
C4
9
9
c. The proposed action may displace affordable or low-income housing in an area where
there is a shortage of such housing.
C2, C3, D1f
D1g, E1a
9
9
d. The proposed action may interfere with the use or enjoyment of officially recognized
or designated public resources.
C2, E3
9
9
e. The proposed action is inconsistent with the predominant architectural scale and
character.
C2, C3
9
9
f. Proposed action is inconsistent with the character of the existing natural landscape.
C2, C3
E1a, E1b
E2g, E2h
9
9
g. Other impacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
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RES. 56
RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT PROPOSED UNLISTED ACTION SHALL
HAVE NO SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE IMPACTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Troy, New York (the City) is considering
undertaking the lease of the Scolite Parcel located on Madison Street, East of the Hudson River
and South of the Poestenkill; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (the
“SEQR Act”) and the regulations adopted pursuant thereto by the Department of Environmental
Conservation of the State of New York, being 6 NYCRR Part 617, as amended (the
“Regulations”), the City desires to comply with the SEQR Act and the Regulations with respect
to the Project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TROY, NEW YORK AS FOLLOWS:
1. The lease constitutes an “Unlisted Action” under 6 NYCRR § 617
2. A Long Environmental Assessment form has been completed and reviewed and it
is the determination of the City Council that the action will have no significant adverse impacts
on the environment.
The foregoing Resolution was thereupon declared duly adopted.
Approved as to form, August 1, 2019.
___________________________________
James A. Caruso, Esq., Corporation Counsel
RES56
Memo in Support Scolite Commercial Real Estate Short Term Lease
On April 5, 2019 the City of Troy issued an RFP for a Commercial Real Estate Short Term Lease for the
parcel known as the “Scolite” site. The intent of this transaction was to provide a temporary use to the
site while the future planning of the waterfront continues which includes the Industrial Park Roadway
and redevelopment north and south of the canal. There were two responses to the RFP. One from Tri-
City Shipping, LLC and another that expressed interest in purchasing the site in the future if it became
available.
This site was remediated through a grant program with NYSDEC and the building demolished through
funding provided by National Grid. As part of the conditions of the NYS DEC grant funding, any financial
benefit derived from the site must be used to offset the cost of the funding provided by NYSDEC for the
remediation. The temporary 4-5 year lease of this site will help offset future costs to the city upon
decision to sell or lease the land in the future.
The principals of Tri-City Shipping, LLC are current business and land owners in the City of Troy. The
work that will be done at this facility is already occurring just north of the canal. The benefit of this
project is the ability to relocate this activity to the south within an existing Industrial/manufacturing
zone and provide future opportunity for the parcels north of the canal to be considered for
redevelopment. This lease also outlines a specific truck traffic route for commercial traffic coming into
the city and traffic leaving the site. The lease also takes into consideration the future Industrial Park
Road construction and setbacks associated with that work. In addition, improvements to Madison Street
from 1
st
to the Madison Fishing Pier will be made to facilitate better pedestrian and bicycle access.
Tri-City Shipping, LLC will be required to submit their project to the Planning Commission and the Zoning
Board which will allow for public comments on their plans. This lease agreement is contingent upon
their receipt of all required governmental approvals including NYS DEC and City of Troy. The site is
regulated through a Site Management Plan issued as a result of the remediation that has taken place.
1
LEASE AGREEMENT
LEASE AGREEMENT made this ___ day of July, 2019, between The City of Troy, located at 433
River Street, Troy, New York 12180, hereinafter referred to as the "Lessor", and Tri-City Shipping, LLC,
and/or assigns, with a principal place of business located at 1 Madison Street Suite 300, Troy, New York
12180, hereinafter referred to as the "Lessee".
W I T N E S S E T H:
ARTICLE 1
LEASED PREMISES
1.1 Description of Leased Premises. Lessor hereby leases to the Lessee and the Lessee hereby
takes and leases from the Lessor the following property, hereinafter referred to as the "Leased Premises": the
Former Scolite Site, 2 Madison Street, Troy, New York. See the Site Location Map of the Former Scolite
Site produced by NMB Land Surveying, PLLC, attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit “A”.
1.2. A metes and bounds description of the subject Leased Premises is contained in Schedule A,
attached to and made a part of, the Environmental Easement, dated June 12
th
, 2018, and filed in the Office
of the Rensselaer County Clerk on June 20, 2018, as set forth in Exhibit “B”, attached hereto and made a
part hereof. This Lease and the Leased Premises are subject to that Environmental Easement.
1.3 The boundaries of the subject Leased Premises, as indicated in the Post-Remedial Survey
produced by NMB Land Surveying, PLLC, dated April 2, 2018, cannot be completely relied upon as set-
backs are required on the northern border of the property (adjacent to the Poestenkill), as determined by the
requirements for the operation of the site by the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation, hereinafter referred to as “NYSDEC”, and, on the eastern border, a set-back of at least 60 feet
is required for the construction of the South Troy Industrial Park Road.
1.4 This Lease Agreement specifically incorporates the terms of the Site Management Plan
(Scolite Site), dated January, 2019, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit “C.
Those terms must be adhered to by the Lessee.
ARTICLE 2
TERM OF LEASE
2.1 Commencement of Term. The effective date of this Lease and the date the Tenant shall be
obligated to commence payment of rent, hereinafter referred to as the "COMMENCEMENT DATE", shall
2
be effective upon Lessee and Lessor obtaining any and all government approvals required to permit Lessee’s
use as set forth in Paragraph 5.1 below. After the commencement of the Lease, both parties agree that if any
additional government approvals should be required, both parties shall use reasonable effort to acquire said
approvals. During said time period, the rights and obligations of the Lessor and Lessee shall temporarily be
suspended and the time tolled and added to the term of the Lease.
2.2 Initial Term of Lease. The initial term of this Lease shall be four (4) years from the
commencement date as described above.
2.3 Option to Extend Lease. The initial term of the Lease may be extended by mutual assent of
the parties hereto for one (1) additional year. Such option to extend shall be exercised by the Lessee giving
written notice to the Lessor not less than three (3) months prior to the expiration of the Initial Term.
ARTICLE 3
FIXED RENT
3.1 Fixed Rent During Initial Term. The fixed minimum annual rent payable by Tenant during
the initial term of this Lease shall be Seventy-Two Thousand and 00/100 ($72,000.00) dollars, payable in
two (2) equal payments per year of Thirty-Six Thousand and 00/100 ($36,000.00) dollars, paid six (6)
months in advance, at the office of the Lessor or at such other place designated by Lessor for the term of four
(4) years and any extension thereof.
3.2 Payment of Fixed Rent.
a. All monies payable to the Lessor shall be paid by the Lessee in lawful monies of the
United States of America, which shall be legal tender in payment of all debts and dues, public or private, at
the time of payment.
b. If Lessee shall fail to pay, within ten (10) days of when the same is due and payable,
such unpaid amounts shall bear interest from the due date thereof to the date of payment, at the prime
interest rate of the Bank of America or its successors, as of such due date, plus two (2%) percent.
ARTICLE 4
RENT TO BE GROSS TO LESSOR
4. Rent To Be Gross. The rent payable hereunder shall be gross to the Lessor during the term
of this Lease and any extended term, as provided herein, and it is the intention of the parties that all utilities,
whatsoever with respect to the Leased Premises shall be paid by the Lessee except real property taxes, if any,
which shall be paid by Lessor.
3
ARTICLE 5
USE
5.1 Use of Premises. The Lessee may occupy and use the Leased Premises for the purpose of
conducting a multi-modal aggregate transshipping facility subject to receiving any necessary State and
Federal permits, as well as the following city approvals at Lessee’s expense:
(a) A Use Variance from the Troy Zoning Board of Appeals to operate an aggregate transshipping
facility, and any Area Variances which may be necessary based upon the submitted site plan. The City of
Troy will act as a co-applicant on the Use Variance request.
(b) Planning Commission Site Plan Review, to include installation of sstriping on the existing asphalt
Right-of-Way for the use as a bike path with regular restriping as necessary and the installation of a bicycle
rack at the Madison Street Pier at Lessee’s expense.
(c) Obtaining of a permit to perform such work from the Building Department and a Certificate of
Occupancy upon completion.
5.2 Lessee shall occupy the Leased Premises on the Commencement Date and shall conduct continuously
in the Leased Premises the business stated above.
5.3 Express Contingencies.
(a) Authorizing Legislation. The undertaking of the Lease by the Lessor shall be and is subject to
the adoption of the Authorizing Legislation and a Closing Date, as defined herein, and shall not occur until
on or after the effective date thereof. The Lessor represents that upon its obtaining any and all authorizing
legislation, that it has the authority and power to enter into this Lease.
(b) Ludlow Parcel. The parties hereto acknowledge and agree that there exists a certain
landlocked parcel of real property located within the northwest corner of the Property (the “Ludlow
Parcel”, being more particularly identified as that certain parcel excepted within a Deed to Scolite
International Corp. recorded in Book 1301 of Deeds at Page 182 in the Office of the Rensselaer County
Clerk that, upon information and belief, is owned by Ludlow Valve Corp and/or its successors or assigns
(“Ludlow”). The parties hereto recognize that the Lessor does not own this landlocked parcel and that
the same is not part of the instant Lease Agreement at the present time
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ARTICLE 6
LESSEE’S OBLIGATIONS
6.1 Lessee's Obligations. The Lessee, throughout the term of this Lease and during any extended
terms, at its own cost and expense, shall take good care of and maintain in good order and repair the Leased
Premises and shall make all required repairs. The Lessee shall maintain all portions of the Leased Premises
in a clean and orderly condition, free of dirt, rubbish, snow, ice and unlawful obstructions.
6.2 At the expiration of the tenancy hereby created, Lessee shall surrender the Leased
Premises, in a safe and secure condition conforming with the Site Management Plan in force at that time,
reasonable wear and tear excepted, and damage by unavoidable casualty excepted. Lessee shall also
surrender the Leased Premises with any improvements made thereto. Lessee shall remove all of its trade
fixtures before surrendering the premises as aforesaid and shall repair any damage to the Leased
Premises caused thereby. Lessee’s obligation to observe and perform this covenant shall survive the
expiration or other termination of the term of this Lease.
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ARTICLE 7
ALTERATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS
7. Alterations and Improvements to be Obligations of Lessee. The Lessee may, at any time at its
own cost, make any alteration, rebuilding, replacement, change, addition, and improvement in and to the
Leased Premises, subject to the following conditions:
a. Any and all alterations and/or improvements must conform to the approved Site
Management Plan, as well as any and all other requirements of the Lessor.
b. Such work shall be performed in a first class workmanlike manner, and shall not
weaken or impair the structural strength or lessen the value of said premises.
c. No contract or agreement for labor, services, materials, or supplies in connection with
any alterations, rebuilding, replacement, change, addition, or improvement shall permit any lien or claim to
be created or arise, or be filed by anyone thereunder upon or against the Leased Premises, or the buildings or
improvements thereon.
d. Lessee will be responsible for routine maintenance of site improvements on non-
leased land or public space, undertaken by Lessee as approved by Planning Commission Site Plan Review
ARTICLE 8
CONDITION OF LEASED PREMISES
8. Lessor's Obligation. The Leased Premises are leased in an “as is” condition.
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ARTICLE 9
COVENANT AGAINST LIENS
9. Lessee's Covenant Against Liens. If, because of any act or omission of the Lessee, any
mechanic's lien or other lien, charge or order for the payment of money shall be filed against the Lessor or
any portion of the Leased Premises, the Lessee shall, at its own cost and expense, cause the same to be
discharged of record or bonded within thirty (30) days after the filing thereof and the Lessee shall indemnify
and hold harmless the Lessor against and from all costs, liabilities, suits, penalties, claims and demands,
including reasonable counsel fees, resulting therefrom.
ARTICLE 10
INSURANCE
10.1 Insurance Coverage to be Maintained by Lessee. During the term of this Lease, the Lessee
shall, at its own expense and without contribution from the Lessor, procure and maintain insurance as below
set forth:
a. Commercial General Liability and contractual liability on an occurrence basis with bodily
injury, property damage and personal liability in the amount of One Million and 00/100 ($1,000,000.00)
dollars for each occurrence and Two Million and 00/100 ($2,000,000.00) dollars general aggregate.
10.2 Payment of Insurance Premiums. Lessee shall pay all premiums and charges for all of
such policies, and if Lessee shall fail to make any such payment when due, or carry any such policy, Lessor,
at its option, after thirty (30) days written notice to Lessee, may, but shall not be obligated to, make such
payment or carry such policy, and the amounts paid by Lessor shall become due and payable by Lessee, as
additional rent, with the next succeeding installment of fixed rent which shall become due after such
payment of fixed rent which shall become due after such payment by Lessor; but payment by Lessor of any
such premiums or the carrying by Lessor of any such policy shall not be deemed to waive or release the
default of Lessee with respect thereto, or the right of Lessor to take such action as may be permissible
hereunder as in the case of default.
10.3 Form of Policies. All policies of insurance required to be maintained by the Lessee, and
all certificates issued therefor, shall name the Lessee and the Lessor as the insured as their respective
interests may appear. All such policies shall be payable to the Lessor notwithstanding any act or negligence
of the Lessee which might otherwise result in forfeiture of such insurance. All such policies shall, to the
extent obtainable, contain an agreement by the insurers that such policies shall not be cancelled without at
least thirty (30) days prior written notice to the Lessor.
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10.4 Indemnification of Lessor. Lessee will indemnify Lessor and save it harmless from and
against any and all claims, actions, damages, liability and expense in connection with loss of life, personal
injury and/or damage to property arising from or out of any occurrence in, upon or at the Leased Premises, or
the occupancy or use by Lessee of the Leased Premises or any part thereof, or occasioned wholly or in part
by the default under this Lease or any act, omission of Lessee, its agents, contractors, employees, servants,
lessees, or concessionaires, licenses or invitees. In case Lessor shall, without fault on its part, be made a
party to any litigation commenced by or against Lessee then Lessee shall protect and hold Lessor harmless
and Lessee shall also pay all costs, expenses and reasonable attorney's fees that may be incurred or paid by
Lessor in enforcing the covenants and agreements in this Lease.
10.5 Workers’ Compensation Insurance as required by law and including employer’s
liability insurance. Statutory disability benefits insurance as may be required by law.
10.6 Comprehensive Automobile Liability coverage on owned, hired, leased, or Non-
owned autos with limits not less than One Million and 00/100 ($1,000,000.00) dollars combined for each
accident because of bodily injury, sickness, or disease, sustained by any person, caused by accident, and
arising out of the ownership, maintenance or use of any automobile, for damage because of injury to or
destruction of property, including the loss of use thereof, caused by accident and arising out of the
ownership, maintenance or use of any automobile.
10.7 Commercial umbrella coverage of Five Million and 00/100 ($5,000,000.00) dollars.
10.8 Lessee, prior to entering on the Premises, shall deliver to Lessor each policy, or a
certificate of the policy, together with the evidence of payment of premiums for all policies of insurance
required to be maintained by Lessee pursuant to the terms of this Lease. The policies or duly executed
certificates for the same (which certificates shall evidence the insurer's waivers of subrogation), together
with satisfactory evidence of the payment of the premiums thereon, shall be deposited with Lessor on or
before the commencement of the Lease, and upon renewal of any such policy, not less than thirty (30) days
prior to the expiration of the term of such coverage. The insurance policies shall be automatically renewed
upon expiration and continued in force unless the Corporation Counsel of the City of Troy is given sixty (60)
days written notice to the contrary. Each policy shall be issued as a primary policy not contributing with and
not in excess of coverage of any insurance which Lessor may carry. The policies shall name Lessor or any
person, firm or corporation designated by Lessor and the Lessee as insured, and shall contain a clause that
the insurance policies shall not be changed or cancelled until the expiration of thirty (30) days after written
notice the City of Troy Corporation Counsel’s office. The insurance herein required shall be with a
reputable, first-class, national insurance company admitted and qualified to do business in New York with a
current rating of at least A:VIII as shown in Best’s Key Rating Guide and Lessee shall keep Lessor provided
at all times with a copy of the policy or certificates of insurance then in effect.
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ARTICLE 11
ESTOPPEL STATEMENT, ATTORNMENT, SUBORDINATION
11.1 Estoppel Statement. Within ten (10) days after request therefore by Lessor, or in the event
that upon any sale, assignment or hypothecation of the Leased Premises and/or the land thereunder by
Lessor, an off-set statement shall be required from Lessee in which Lessee agrees to deliver in recordable
form a certificate to any proposed mortgagee or purchaser, or to Lessor, certifying (if such be the case) that
(a) this Lease is in full force and effect and has not been modified, supplemented or amended in any way; (b)
the Leased Premises have not been without Lessor's consent sublet in whole or in part, and this Lease has not
been assigned in whole or in part; (c) Lessee has accepted possession of the Leased Premises and is presently
in occupancy of the Leased Premises; (d) Lessee has paid to Lessor all rent and additional rent due and
payable under this Lease through the date of the certification, and no rent under this Lease has been paid
more than one month in advance; (e) there exist no defense to, or rights of offset against, enforcement of this
Lease by Lessor; and (f) to Lessee's knowledge, neither Lessor nor Lessee is in default under this Lease or in
breach of its obligations hereunder.
11.2 Attornment. Lessee shall, in the event any proceedings are brought for the foreclosure of, or
in the event of exercise of the power of sale under any mortgage made by the Lessor covering the Lease
Premises, attorn to the mortgagee in the event of strict foreclosure or to the purchase upon any such
foreclosure or sale and recognize such mortgagee or (as the case may be) purchase as the Lessor under this
Lease.
11.3 Subordination. Upon request of the Lessor, Lessee will subordinate its rights hereunder to the
lien of any mortgage now or hereafter place upon the land of which the Leased Premises are a part, and to all
advance made or hereafter to be made upon the security thereof. The word "mortgage" as used herein
includes mortgage, deeds of trust or similar instruments and modifications, consolidations, extensions,
renewals, replacements of substitute or substitutes thereof.
ARTICLE 12
DAMAGES OR DESTRUCTION
12. Lessor's and Lessee's Rights to Terminate Lease. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary
contained in this Lease, if the Leased Premises are completely destroyed or so damaged by fire or other
casualty covered by insurance as to render it unfit for use and repair, or restoration is not economically
feasible, either the Lessor or Lessee may terminate this Lease on notice of at least ten (10) days and no more
than thirty (30) days. Such notice shall be given within sixty (60) days after the date of such damage or
destruction. If the Lease shall so terminate, all basic and additional rent shall be apportioned to the date of
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termination and all insurance proceeds shall belong to the Lessor. If the Lease is not so terminated and the
proceeds of insurance are not sufficient to pay the full cost of repair or restoration due to the deductible of
the Lessee on its insurance policy, the Lessee shall pay the amount of its deductible as a deficiency. If the
Lease is not so terminated and the insurance proceeds exceed such cost, the excess shall be paid to the
Lessee.
ARTICLE 13
CONDITIONAL LIMITATIONS - DEFAULT
13.1 Events of Default. This Lease and the lease term are subject to the limitation that if, at any
time during the Lease term, any one or more of the following events (herein called an "event of default")
shall occur:
a. If Lessee shall make an assignment for the benefit of creditors; or
b. If any petition shall be filed against Lessee in any court, whether or not pursuant to
any statute of the United States or of any state, in any bankruptcy, reorganization, under any bankruptcy
statute, composition, extension, arrangement or insolvency proceedings, and the Lessee shall thereafter be
adjudicated bankrupt, or if any such petition shall be so filed by Lessee (for the purposes of this section,
"Lessee" shall be the Lessee herein or a sublessee of the Lessee or any person holding by, through or under
the Lessee); or Lessee shall fail to have some dismissal within sixty (60) days of filing;
c. If Lessee shall be adjudicated insolvent; or
d. If Lessee shall fail to pay any item of additional rent required to be paid by Lessee
hereunder, and such failure shall continue for thirty (30) days after receipt by Lessee of the notice thereof
from Lessor to Lessee; or
e. If Lessee shall fail to pay any installment of fixed rent or additional rent provided for
herein, or any part thereof, and such default is not cured within thirty (30) days after written notice thereof
given by the Lessor.
f. If Lessee shall fail to perform or observe any other requirements of this Lease on the
part of the Lessee to be performed or observed including, but not limited to, the established truck route, the
Site Management Plan, or the right-of-way setbacks, and such failure shall continue for thirty (30) days after
notice thereof from Lessor to Lessee specifying the nature of the default, or if the default be of such nature
that it cannot be cured in thirty day (30) days, and if the Lessee shall not have commenced curing such
default within such thirty day (30) day period and thereafter proceed diligently to cure such default, THEN,
upon the expiration of such notice after happening of any one or more of the aforementioned events of
default, and the expiration of the period of time prescribed in any aforesaid notice, Lessor shall have the
right, then or at any time thereafter, to give Lessee not less than ten (10) days written notice of Lessor's
intention to terminate this Lease on a date specified in such notice, and upon the date specified in such notice
this Lease and the demised term shall expire and terminate.
13.2 Surrender of Leased Premises on Termination for Default. Upon any such termination of this
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Lease, Lessee shall peaceably and quietly yield and surrender to Lessor the Leased Premises and Lessor may
enter upon the Leased Premises, and repossess and enjoy the same as if this Lease had not been made, and in
any such event, neither Lessee nor any person claiming through or under Lessee by virtue of any statute or of
an order of any court shall be entitled to possession or to remain in possession of said premises.
ARTICLE 14
ACCESS TO PREMISES/RIGHT TO PERFORM OBLIGATIONS
14. Right of Lessor and Lessee to Perform Obligations of the Others. If either party shall default
in the performance of any term or covenant which is that party's obligation to perform or to be performed
under or by virtue of the provisions of this Lease, then the other party may perform same on account of the
party in default and if the curing party makes any expenditures or incurs any obligation for the payment in
connection therewith, such sums shall be paid by the Lessee to the Lessor within thirty (30) days of rendition
of any bill to Lessee therefor, or if the Lessee is the curing party, deducted from the next rent payable
hereunder.
ARTICLE 15
SIGNS
15. Signs. Lessor hereby gives to Lessee permission to install and maintain a sign or
signs affixed to the premises or freestanding, as the case may be, all as permitted by local zoning ordinances,
rules and regulations, and of a dimension, material content, location, and design as Lessee shall determine as
applicable to its business affairs. Lessor agrees to cooperate with Lessee with respect to any hearing
applications Lessee may deem advisable and necessary in order to conduct its business affairs.
ARTICLE 16
DESIGNATED TRUCK ROUTE
16. Lessee, affiliated companies, suppliers, and/or subcontractors, must use the approved
designated Truck Route, as detailed in Exhibit “D”, annexed hereto and made a part hereof. Failure to use
established Truck Route may result in the revocation of this Lease Agreement.
ARTICLE 17
BROKER
17. Broker. Lessor and Lessee hereby agree that no broker brought about this transaction
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and that Lessor hereby agrees to indemnify Lessee from any and all claims with respect to the alleged broker
services, including the costs of attorneys’ fees in such defense.
ARTICLE 18
CONTINGENCY
18. Contingency. This lease and all of Lessee's obligations hereunder are contingent upon
Lessee's obtaining any and all required government approvals to permit the use as set forth in Paragraph 5.1,
supra.
ARTICLE 19
QUIET ENJOYMENT
19. Quiet Enjoyment. If the Lessee pays the rent and additional rent it is obligated hereunder
to pay, and observes all other terms, covenants and conditions hereof, it shall occupy and enjoy the use of the
Leased Premises during the initial term and any extended term of this Lease, without any hindrance,
molestation, or ejection by the Lessor, its successors or assigns, subject to the Lessor’s construction projects
that affect said Lease Premises.
ARTICLE 20
END OF TERM
20. Surrender of Leased Premises. The Lessee covenants to peaceably and quietly quit and
surrender the Leased Premises on the last day of the term of this Lease or the last day of any extended term.
The Lessee shall then surrender the Leased Premises free of sub-tenancies and free of garbage, refuse, or
debris. All non-permanent structures removable pursuant to the provisions of this paragraph shall be
removed by the Lessee on or before the last day of the term of this Lease or the last day of any extended term
and all property not so removed shall be deemed abandoned by the Lessee.
ARTICLE 21
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS
21. Notices and Communications. Any notice, exercise of option or election, communication,
request, or other document or demand required or desired to be given to the Lessor or the Lessee shall be
given by Certified or Registered Mail, Return Receipt Requested, addressed:
If to Lessor: Deputy Mayor
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City of Troy New York
433 River Street
Troy, New York 12180
Copy to: Office of Corporation Counsel
City of Troy/City Hall
433 River Street; Suite 5001
Troy, New York 12180
If to Lessee: Tri-City Shipping, LLC
1 Madison Street – Suite 300
Troy, New York 12180
Copy to: Zappone Attorneys, PLLC
Joseph W. Zappone, Esq.
621 Columbia Street Ext. – Suite 500
Cohoes, New York 12047
Either party may, from time to time, change the address at which such written notices, exercises of
options or elections, communications, requests, or other documents or demands are to be mailed, by giving
the other party written notice of such changed address. The date of mailing shall be deemed to be the date of
the giving of the notice or of the communication or of the exercise of the option, as the case may be.
ARTICLE 22
CERTIFICATES OF FULL FORCE AND EFFECT
22.1 Certificates of Full Force and Effect. Lessee and Lessor agree at any time and from time to
time, upon not less than ten (10) days prior request by the other party, to execute, acknowledge and deliver to
the requesting party a statement in writing certifying that this Lease is unmodified and is in full force and
effect (or, if there have been modifications, that the same is in full force and effect as modified and stating
the modifications) or any other existing status of the Lease, and the dates to which the rent and other charges
have been paid in advance, if any; it being intended that any such statement delivered pursuant to this Article
may be relied upon by any prospective purchaser of the Leased Premises.
22.2 Lessor agrees at any time and from time to time, upon not less than ten (10) days prior request
by Lessee, to execute, acknowledge and deliver to Lessee a statement in writing certifying that this Lease is
unmodified and is in full force and effect (or if there have been modifications that the same is in full force
and effect as modified and stating the modifications) or any other existing status of the Lease, and the dates
to which the rent and other charges have been paid in advance, if any.
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ARTICLE 23
UNAVOIDABLE DELAYS
23. Unavoidable Delays. The time for the performance by Lessor or Lessee of any term,
condition or covenant of this Lease shall be deemed extended by time lost due to delays resulting from acts
of God, strikes, civil riots, floods, material or later restrictions by governmental authority and any other
cause not within the control of the Lessor or Lessee, as the case may be.
ARTICLE 24
CONSTRUCTION AND INTERPRETATION OF THIS LEASE
24.1 Modification. No change, modification, or cancellation of this Lease shall be effective except
by an instrument in writing signed by the parties.
24.2 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties
and contains all the agreements, conditions, representations, and warranties made by the parties. No
representations, other than those herein expressly contained, have been made by either party to the other.
24.3 Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit
of the parties hereto and their respective heirs, personal representatives, successors and assigns.
24.4 Captions. The captions at the heading of the Articles of this Lease are not a part of the
context and shall not be considered in construing this Lease. They are intended only as aids in locating and
reading the various provisions.
24.5 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in two (2) or more counterparts, each
of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
24.6 Declaration of Governing Law. This lease shall be governed by, construed, and enforced
in accordance with the laws of the State of New York.
24.7 Lessor's Remedies are Cumulative. The specified remedies to which the Lessor may
resort under the terms of this Lease are cumulative and are not intended to be exclusive of any other
remedies or means of redress to which the Lessor may be lawfully entitled in case of any breach or
threatened breach by the Lessee of any provision or provisions of this Lease. Any cost, including without
limitation, attorney’s fees, incurred with enforcing the terms of this lease shall be paid for by the Lessee.
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24.8 Severability. If any provision of this Lease shall be declared invalid or unenforceable, the
remainder of the Lease shall continue in full force and effect.
24.9 Captions and Sections. The captions, section numbers, article numbers, and index
appearing in the Lease are inserted only as a matter of convenience and in no way define, limit, construe, or
describe the scope or intent of such sections or articles of this Lease, nor in any way affect this Lease.
24.10 Partial Invalidity. If any term, covenant or condition of this Lease or the application
thereof to any person or circumstance shall, to any extent, be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this
Lease, or the application of such term, covenant or condition to persons or circumstances other than those as
to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affect thereby and each terms, covenant or condition
of this Lease shall be valid and be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law.
24.11 Transmittal of Lease. This Lease is transmitted for examination only and does not
construe an offer to lease, and this Lease shall become effective only upon the execution and unconditional
delivery thereof by both parties hereto.
ARTICLE 25
LESSOR’S RIGHT OF INSPECTION
25. Lessor retains the right to conduct inspections of the Leased Premises, upon reasonable notice
and at a reasonable time, to ensure compliance with all the conditions as set forth herein, and Lessee agrees
to cooperate with said inspections.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have hereunto set their hands and seals on the
respective dates below set forth.
Dated: _______________, 2019 Lessor, The City of Troy, New York
By: ____________________________
Wm. Patrick Madden, Mayor,
Dated: _______________, 2019 Lessee, Tri-City Shipping, LLC
By: ____________________________
Roderick J. Valente, Man. Mem.
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Full Environmental Assessment Form
Part 2 - Identification of Potential Project Impacts
Part 2 is to be completed by the lead agency. Part 2 is designed to help the lead agency inventory all potential resources that could
be affected by a proposed project or action. We recognize that the lead agency=s reviewer(s) will not necessarily be environmental
professionals. So, the questions are designed to walk a reviewer through the assessment process by providing a series of questions that
can be answered using the information found in Part 1. To further assist the lead agency in completing Part 2, the form identifies the
most relevant questions in Part 1 that will provide the information needed to answer the Part 2 question. When Part 2 is completed, the
lead agency will have identified the relevant environmental areas that may be impacted by the proposed activity.
If the lead agency is a state agency and the action is in any Coastal Area, complete the Coastal Assessment Form before proceeding
with this assessment.
Tips for completing Part 2:
Review all of the information provided in Part 1.
Review any application, maps, supporting materials and the Full EAF Workbook.
Answer each of the 18 questions in Part 2.
If you answer Yes” to a numbered question, please complete all the questions that follow in that section.
If you answer No” to a numbered question, move on to the next numbered question.
Check appropriate column to indicate the anticipated size of the impact.
Proposed projects that would exceed a numeric threshold contained in a question should result in the reviewing agency
checking the box “Moderate to large impact may occur.”
The reviewer is not expected to be an expert in environmental analysis.
If you are not sure or undecided about the size of an impact, it may help to review the sub-questions for the general
question and consult the workbook.
When answering a question consider all components of the proposed activity, that is, the Awhole action@.
Consider the possibility for long-term and cumulative impacts as well as direct impacts.
Answer the question in a reasonable manner considering the scale and context of the project.
1. Impact on Land
Proposed action may involve construction on, or physical alteration of, NO YES
the land surface of the proposed site. (See Part 1. D.1)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - j. If “No”, move on to Section 2.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
sma
ll
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed acti
on may involve construction on land where depth to water table is
less than 3 feet.
E2d
9
9
b. The proposed act
ion may involve construction on slopes of 15% or greater.
E2f
9
9
c. The proposed acti
on may involve construction on land where bedrock is exposed, or
generally within 5 feet of existing ground surface.
E2a
9
9
d. The proposed act
ion may involve the excavation and removal of more than 1,000 tons
of natural material.
D2a
9
9
e. The proposed acti
on may involve construction that continues for more than one year
or in multiple phases.
D1e
9
9
f. The proposed action may result in increas
ed erosion, whether from physical
disturbance or vegetation removal (including from treatment by herbicides).
D2e, D2q
9
9
g. The proposed action is, or
may be, located within a Coastal Erosion hazard area.
B1i
9
9
h. Other impacts: _
______________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
9
9
Agency Use Only [If applicable]
Project :
Date :
FEAF 2019
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2. Impact on Geological Features
The proposed action may result in the modification or destruction of, or inhibit
access to, any unique or unusual land forms on the site (e.g., cliffs, dunes, NO YES
minerals, fossils, caves). (See Part 1. E.2.g)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - c. If “No”, move on to Section 3.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. Identify th
e specific land form(s) attached: ________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
E2g
9 9
b. The pr
oposed action may affect or is adjacent to a geological feature listed as a
registered National Natural Landmark.
Specific feature: _____________________________________________________
E3c
9
9
c. Othe
r impacts: ______________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
9
9
3. Impacts on Surface Water
The proposed action may affect one or more wetlands or other surface water NO YES
bodies (e.g., streams, rivers, ponds or lakes). (See Part 1. D.2, E.2.h)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - l. If “No”, move on to Section 4.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action may create a new water body.
D2b, D1h
9
9
b. The propo
sed action may result in an increase or decrease of over 10% or more than a
10 acre increase or decrease in the surface area of any body of water.
D2b
9
9
c. The pr
oposed action may involve dredging more than 100 cubic yards of material
from a wetland or water body.
D2a
9
9
d. The propo
sed action may involve construction within or adjoining a freshwater or
tidal wetland, or in the bed or banks of any other water body.
E2h
9
9
e. The propose
d action may create turbidity in a waterbody, either from upland erosion,
runoff or by disturbing bottom sediments.
D2a, D2h
9
9
f. The propo
sed action may include construction of one or more intake(s) for withdrawal
of water from surface water.
D2c
9
9
g. The pr
oposed action may include construction of one or more outfall(s) for discharge
of wastewater to surface water(s).
D2d
9
9
h. The pr
oposed action may cause soil erosion, or otherwise create a source of
stormwater discharge that may lead to siltation or other degradation of receiving
water bodies.
D2e
9
9
i. The proposed action
may affect the water quality of any water bodies within or
downstream of the site of the proposed action.
E2h
9
9
j. The pr
oposed action may involve the application of pesticides or herbicides in or
around any water body.
D2q, E2h
9
9
k. The proposed action may require the construction of new, or expansion of existing,
wastewater treatment facilities.
D1a, D2d
9
9
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l. Other impacts: __
_____________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
9
9
4. Impact on groundwater
The proposed action may result in new or additional use of ground water, or NO YES
may have the potential to introduce contaminants to ground water or an aquifer.
(See Part 1. D.2.a, D.2.c, D.2.d, D.2.p, D.2.q, D.2.t)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, move on to Section 5.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed
action may require new water supply wells, or create additional demand
on supplies from existing water supply wells.
D2c
9
9
b. Water supply demand from the proposed a
ction may exceed safe and sustainable
withdrawal capacity rate of the local supply or aquifer.
Cite Source: ________________________________________________________
D2c
9
9
c. The proposed action may allow or result in residential uses in areas without water and
sewer services.
D1a, D2c
9
9
d. The proposed action
may include or require wastewater discharged to groundwater.
D2d, E2l
9 9
e. The propo
sed action may result in the construction of water supply wells in locations
where groundwater is, or is suspected to be, contaminated.
D2c, E1f,
E1g, E1h
9
9
f. The prop
osed action may require the bulk storage of petroleum or chemical products
over ground water or an aquifer.
D2p, E2l
9
9
g. The proposed action
may involve the commercial application of pesticides within 100
feet of potable drinking water or irrigation sources.
E2h, D2q,
E2l, D2c
9
9
h. Other impa
cts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
5. Impact on Flooding
The proposed action may result in development on lands subject to flooding. NO YES
(See Part 1. E.2)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, move on to Section 6.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed
action may result in development in a designated floodway.
E2i
9
9
b. The proposed action m
ay result in development within a 100 year floodplain.
E2j
9
9
c. The propo
sed action may result in development within a 500 year floodplain.
E2k
9
9
d. The propo
sed action may result in, or require, modification of existing drainage
patterns.
D2b, D2e
9
9
e. The proposed
action may change flood water flows that contribute to flooding.
D2b, E2i,
E2j, E2k
9
9
f.
If there is a dam located on the site of the proposed action, is the dam in need of repair,
or upgrade?
E1e
9
9
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g. Other impacts: ______________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
9
9
6. Impacts on Air
NO YES The proposed action may include a state regulated air emission source.
(See Part 1. D.2.f., D.2.h, D.2.g)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, move on to Section 7.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. If the proposed action requires federal or state air emission permits, the action m
ay
also emit one or more greenhouse gases at or above the following levels:
i. More than 1000 tons/year of carbon dioxide (CO
2
)
ii. More than 3.5 tons/year of nitrous oxide (N
2
O)
iii. More than 1000 tons/year of carbon equivalent of perfluorocarbons (PFCs)
iv. More than .045 tons/year of sulfur hexafluoride (SF
6
)
v. More than 1000 tons/year of carbon dioxide equivalent of
hydrochloroflourocarbons (HFCs) emissions
vi. 43 tons/year or more of methane
D2g
D2g
D2g
D2g
D2g
D2h
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
b. The proposed action may g
enerate 10 tons/year or more of any one designated
hazardous air pollutant, or 25 tons/year or more of any combination of such hazardous
air pollutants.
D2g
9
9
c. The proposed action may require a state air registration, or may produce an emissions
rate of total contaminants that may exceed 5 lbs. per hour, or may include a heat
source capable of producing more than 10 million BTU=s per hour.
D2f, D2g
9
9
d.
The proposed action may reach 50% of any of the thresholds in “a” through “c”,
above.
D2g
9
9
e. The proposed actio
n may result in the combustion or thermal treatment of more than 1
ton of refuse per hour.
D2s
9
9
f. Other impacts: _____
_________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
7. Impact on Plants and Animals
The proposed action may result in a loss of flora or fauna. (See Part 1. E.2. m.-q.) NO YES
If “Yes”, answer questions a - j. If “No”, move on to Section 8.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impa
ct
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed acti
on may cause reduction in population or loss of individuals of any
threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the Federal
government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site.
E2o
9
9
b. The proposed actio
n may result in a reduction or degradation of any habitat used by
any rare, threatened or endangered species, as listed by New York State or the federal
government.
E2o
9
9
c. The proposed actio
n may cause reduction in population, or loss of individuals, of any
species of special concern or conservation need, as listed by New York State or the
Federal government, that use the site, or are found on, over, or near the site.
E2p
9
9
d. The proposed actio
n may result in a reduction or degradation of any habitat used by
any species of special concern and conservation need, as listed by New York State or
the Federal government.
E2p
9
9
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e. The pr
oposed action may diminish the capacity of a registered National Natural
Landmark to support the biological community it was established to protect.
E3c
9
9
f. The p
roposed action may result in the removal of, or ground disturbance in, any
portion of a designated significant natural community.
Source: ____________________________________________________________
E2n
9
9
g. The proposed action may substantially interfere with nesting/breeding, foraging, or
over-wintering habitat for the predominant species that occupy or use the project site.
E2m
9
9
h. The pr
oposed action requires the conversion of more than 10 acres of forest,
grassland or any other regionally or locally important habitat.
Habitat type & information source: ______________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
E1b
9
9
i. Propose
d action (commercial, industrial or recreational projects, only) involves use of
herbicides or pesticides.
D2q
9
9
j. Oth
er impacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
8. Impact on Agricultural Resources
The proposed action may impact agricultural resources. (See Part 1. E.3.a. and b.) NO YES
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, move on to Section 9.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action may impact soil classified within soil group 1 through 4 of the
NYS Land Classification System.
E2c, E3b
9 9
b. The proposed action m
ay sever, cross or otherwise limit access to agricultural land
(includes cropland, hayfields, pasture, vineyard, orchard, etc).
E1a, Elb
9
9
c. The pr
oposed action may result in the excavation or compaction of the soil profile of
active agricultural land.
E3b
9
9
d. The pr
oposed action may irreversibly convert agricultural land to non-agricultural
uses, either more than 2.5 acres if located in an Agricultural District, or more than 10
acres if not within an Agricultural District.
E1b, E3a
9
9
e. The pr
oposed action may disrupt or prevent installation of an agricultural land
management system.
El a, E1b
9
9
f. The proposed
action may result, directly or indirectly, in increased development
potential or pressure on farmland.
C2c, C3,
D2c, D2d
9
9
g. The pr
oposed project is not consistent with the adopted municipal Farmland
Protection Plan.
C2c
9
9
h. Oth
er impacts: ________________________________________________________
9
9
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9. Impact on Aesthetic Resources
The land use of the proposed action are obviously different from, or are in NO YES
sharp contrast to, current land use patterns between the proposed project and
a scenic or aesthetic resource. (Part 1. E.1.a, E.1.b, E.3.h.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, go to Section 10.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. Propo
sed action may be visible from any officially designated federal, state, or local
scenic or aesthetic resource.
E3h
9
9
b. The proposed
action may result in the obstruction, elimination or significant
screening of one or more officially designated scenic views.
E3h, C2b
9
9
c. The proposed
action may be visible from publicly accessible vantage points:
i. Seasonally (e.g., screened by summer foliage, but visible during other seasons)
ii. Year round
E3h
9
9
9
9
d. The situ
ation or activity in which viewers are engaged while viewing the proposed
action is:
i. Routine travel by residents, including travel to and from work
ii. Recreational or tourism based activities
E3h
E2q,
E1c
9
9
9
9
e. The prop
osed action may cause a diminishment of the public enjoyment and
appreciation of the designated aesthetic resource.
E3h
9
9
f. There are si
milar projects visible within the following distance of the proposed
project:
0-1/2 mile
½ -3 mile
3-5 mile
5+ mile
D1a, E1a,
D1f, D1g
9
9
g. Othe
r impacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
10. Impact on Historic and Archeological Resources
The proposed action may occur in or adjacent to a historic or archaeological NO YES
resource. (Part 1. E.3.e, f. and g.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 11.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
E3e
9
9
b. The prop
osed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous
to, an area designated as sensitive for archaeological sites on the NY State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO) archaeological site inventory.
E3f
9
9
c. The prop
osed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous
to, an archaeological site not included on the NY SHPO inventory.
Source: ____________________________________________________________
E3g
9
9
a. The proposed action may occur wholly or partially within, or substantially contiguous
to, any buildings, archaeological site or district which is listed on the
National or
State Register of Historical Places, or that has been determined by the Commissioner
of the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation to be eligible for
listing on the State Register of Historic Places.
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d. Other imp
acts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
e.
If any of the above (a-d) are answeredModerate to large impact may
occur”, continue with
the following questions to
hel
p
support conclusions in Part 3:
i. The proposed action may result in the destruction or alteration of all or part
of the site or property.
ii. The proposed action may result in the alteration of the property’s setting or
integrity.
iii. The proposed action may result in the introduction of visual elements which
are out of character with the site or property, or may alter its setting.
E3e, E3g,
E3f
E3e, E3f,
E3g, E1a,
E1b
E3e, E3f,
E3g, E3h,
C2, C3
9
9
9
9
9
9
11. Impact on Open Space and Recreation
The proposed action may result in a loss of recreational opportunities or a NO YES
reduction of an open space resource as designated in any adopted
municipal open space plan.
(See Part 1. C.2.c, E.1.c., E.2.q.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 12.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed act
ion may result in an impairment of natural functions, or “ecosystem
services”, provided by an undeveloped area, including but not limited to stormwater
storage, nutrient cycling, wildlife habitat.
D2e, E1b
E2h,
E2m, E2o,
E2n, E2p
9
9
b. The proposed action ma
y result in the loss of a current or future recreational resource.
C2a, E1c,
C2c, E2q
9
9
c. The proposed action may elim
inate open space or recreational resource in an area
with few such resources.
C2a, C2c
E1c, E2q
9
9
d. The proposed action ma
y result in loss of an area now used informally by the
community as an open space resource.
C2c, E1c
9
9
e. Other impacts: _
____________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
9
9
12. Impact on Critical Environmental Areas
The proposed action may be located within or adjacent to a critical NO YES
environmental area (CEA). (See Part 1. E.3.d)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - c. If “No”, go to Section 13.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The propos
ed action may result in a reduction in the quantity of the resource or
characteristic which was the basis for designation of the CEA.
E3d
9
9
b. The proposed action ma
y result in a reduction in the quality of the resource or
characteristic which was the basis for designation of the CEA.
E3d
9
9
c. Other impac
ts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
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13. Impact on Transportation
The proposed action may result in a change to existing transportation systems. NO YES
(See Part 1. D.2.j)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, go to Section 14.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. Projected traffic increase may exceed capacity of existing road network.
D2j
9
9
b. The propo
sed action may result in the construction of paved parking area for 500 or
more vehicles.
D2j
9
9
c. The proposed action will degrade e
xisting transit access.
D2j
9
9
d. The proposed action will degrade e
xisting pedestrian or bicycle accommodations.
D2j
9
9
e.
The proposed action may alter the present pattern of movement of people or goods.
D2j
9
9
f. Other impacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
14. Impact on Energy
The proposed action may cause an increase in the use of any form of energy. NO YES
(See Part 1. D.2.k)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - e. If “No”, go to Section 15.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action will require a new, or an upgrade to an existing, substation. D2k
9 9
b. The proposed action will require the creation or extension of an energy transmission
or supply system to serve more than 50 single or two-family residences or to serve a
commercial or industrial use.
D1f,
D1q, D2k
9 9
c. The propo
sed action may utilize more than 2,500 MWhrs per year of electricity.
D2k
9
9
d. The proposed action
may involve heating and/or cooling of more than 100,000 square
feet of building area when completed.
D1g
9
9
e. Other Impacts: ________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
15. Impact on Noise, Odor, and Light
The proposed action may result in an increase in noise, odors, or outdoor lighting. NO YES
(See Part 1. D.2.m., n., and o.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - f. If “No”, go to Section 16.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action may produce sound above noise levels established by local
regulation.
D2m
9
9
b. The proposed action m
ay result in blasting within 1,500 feet of any residence,
hospital, school, licensed day care center, or nursing home.
D2m, E1d
9
9
c. The proposed action may result in routine odors for more than one hour per day. D2o
9
9
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d. The proposed action
may result in light shining onto adjoining properties.
D2n
9
9
e. The prop
osed action may result in lighting creating sky-glow brighter than existing
area conditions.
D2n, E1a
9
9
f. Other
impacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
16. Impact on Human Health
The proposed action may have an impact on human health from exposure NO YES
to new or existing sources of contaminants. (See Part 1.D.2.q., E.1. d. f. g. and h.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - m. If “No”, go to Section 17.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No,or
small
impact
may cccur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action is located within 1500 feet of a school, hospital, licensed day
care center, group home, nursing home or retirement community.
E1d
9 9
b. The site o
f the proposed action is currently undergoing remediation.
E1g, E1h
9
9
c. There is a completed em
ergency spill remediation, or a completed environmental site
remediation on, or adjacent to, the site of the proposed action.
E1g, E1h
9
9
d.
The site of the action is subject to an institutional control limiting the use of the
property (e.g., easement or deed
restriction).
E1g, E1h
9
9
e. The proposed action may affect institutional control m
easures that were put in place
to ensure that the site remains protective of the environment and human health.
E1g, E1h
9
9
f. The proposed action has a
dequate control measures in place to ensure that future
generation, treatment and/or disposal of hazardous wastes will be protective of the
environment and human health.
D2t
9
9
g. The prop
osed action involves construction or modification of a solid waste
management facility.
D2q, E1f
9
9
h. The proposed action may result in t
he unearthing of solid or hazardous waste.
D2q, E1f
9
9
i. The proposed action ma
y result in an increase in the rate of disposal, or processing, of
solid waste.
D2r, D2s
9
9
j. The prop
osed action may result in excavation or other disturbance within 2000 feet of
a site used for the disposal of solid or hazardous waste.
E1f, E1g
E1h
9
9
k. The proposed action
may result in the migration of explosive gases from a landfill
site to adjacent off site structures.
E1f, E1g
9
9
l. The proposed action ma
y result in the release of contaminated leachate from the
project site.
D2s, E1f,
D2r
9
9
m. Other imp
acts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
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17. Consistency with Community Plans
The proposed action is not consistent with adopted land use plans. NO YES
(See Part 1. C.1, C.2. and C.3.)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - h. If “No”, go to Section 18.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action’s land use components may be different from, or in sharp
contrast to, current surrounding land use pattern(s).
C2, C3, D1a
E1a, E1b
9
9
b. The proposed action will cause the permanent population of the city, town or village
in which the project is located to grow by more than 5%.
C2
9
9
c. The proposed action is inconsistent with local land use plans or zoning regulations.
C2, C2, C3
9
9
d. The proposed action is inconsistent with any County plans, or other regional land use
plans.
C2, C2
9
9
e. The proposed action may cause a change in the density of development that is not
supported by existing infrastructure or is distant from existing infrastructure.
C3, D1c,
D1d, D1f,
D1d, Elb
9
9
f. The proposed action is located in an area characterized by low density development
that will require new or expanded public infrastructure.
C4, D2c, D2d
D2j
9
9
g. The proposed action may induce secondary development impacts (e.g., residential or
commercial development not included in the proposed action)
C2a
9 9
h. Other: _____________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
18. Consistency with Community Character
The proposed project is inconsistent with the existing community character. NO YES
(See Part 1. C.2, C.3, D.2, E.3)
If “Yes”, answer questions a - g. If “No”, proceed to Part 3.
Relevant
Part I
Question(s)
No, or
small
impact
may occur
Moderate
to large
impact may
occur
a. The proposed action may replace or eliminate existing facilities, structures, or areas
of historic importance to the community.
E3e, E3f, E3g
9
9
b. The proposed action may create a demand for additional community services (e.g.
schools, police and fire)
C4
9
9
c. The proposed action may displace affordable or low-income housing in an area where
there is a shortage of such housing.
C2, C3, D1f
D1g, E1a
9
9
d. The proposed action may interfere with the use or enjoyment of officially recognized
or designated public resources.
C2, E3
9
9
e. The proposed action is inconsistent with the predominant architectural scale and
character.
C2, C3
9
9
f. Proposed action is inconsistent with the character of the existing natural landscape.
C2, C3
E1a, E1b
E2g, E2h
9
9
g. Other impacts: ______________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
9
9
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Conservation
SITE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Former Scolite Site, City of Troy,
Rensselaer County, New York
Site No. E442037
January 2019
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Former Scolite Stie - SMP
SITE MANAGEMENT
PLAN
Former Scolite Site
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CONTENTS
1. Introduction 1
1.1. Purpose of the Site Management Plan 1
1.2. Site Description 1
1.3. Geology and Hydrogeology 4
1.4. Site History 4
1.5. Summary of the Remediation Objectives 6
1.6. Summary of Remedial Activities 6
1.7. Contemplated Use 7
2. Site Management 10
2.1. Surface Cover 10
2.2. Management of Soils/Fill and Long-Term Maintenance of Cover System 10
2.2.1. Site Preparation 10
2.2.2. Excavation and Grading Below the Cover System
11
2.2.2.1. Visibly Impacted Soils 11
2.2.2.2. Buried Debris, Drums or Tanks 11
2.2.3. Soil/Fill Characterization 12
2.2.3.1. Excavated and Stockpiled Soil/Fill 12
2.2.3.2. Soil/Fill Disposal or Reuse 12
2.2.4. Subgrade Material 13
2.2.5. Surface Cover System 14
2.2.5.1. Asphalt 14
2.2.5.2. Concrete 14
2.2.6. Erosion Control 14
2.2.7. Dust Control 16
2.2.8. Construction Water Management 17
2.2.9. Access Controls
17
2.2.10. Institutional Controls 17
2.2.11. Maintenance 18
2.3. Health and Safety 18
2.3.1. Construction Personnel Protection 18
2.3.2. Community Air Monitoring Program 19
2.4. Notification and Reporting 19
3. Site Monitoring Plan 21
3.1. Introduction 21
3.1.1. General 21
3.1.2. Purpose and Schedule 21
3.2. Cover Monitoring 24
3.3. Media Monitoring Program
24
3.3.1. Groundwater Monitoring 24
3.3.1.1. Sampling Protocol 25
3.3.1.2. Groundwater Level Measurements 25
3.3.2. Monitoring Well Inspection 26
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3.3.2.1. Monitoring Well Sampling Procedures 26
3.3.3. Field Quality Control Samples 29
3.3.3.1. Matrix Spike/Matrix Spike Duplicates 30
3.3.3.2. Field Duplicates 30
3.3.3.3. Sample Designation 30
3.3.4. Field Documentation General 31
3.3.5. Documentation of Field Activities 31
3.3.6. General Site Information 32
3.3.7. Sample Activities 32
3.3.7.1. Sample Dispatch Information 33
3.3.7.2. Monitoring Well Repairs, Replacement and Decommissioning 33
3.3.8. Storm Water Monitoring 33
3.4. Site-Wide Inspection 34
3.5. Monitoring Quality Assurance/Quality Control 34
3.6. Monitoring Reporting Requirements
35
4. Operation and Maintenance Plan 36
4.1. Introduction 36
5. Inspection, Reporting and Certifications 37
5.1. Site Inspections 37
5.1.1. Inspection Frequency 37
5.1.2. Inspection Forms, Sampling Data, and Maintenance Reports 37
5.1.3. Evaluation of Records and Reporting 37
5.2. Certification of Institutional Controls 37
5.3. Periodic Review Report 38
5.4. Corrective Measures Plan 39
TABLES
Table 3.1 Monitoring/Inspection Schedule 22
Table 3.2 Monitoring Well Construction Details 24
Tabl
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Table 3.4 Analyte List 28
Table 3.5 QA/QC Samples Groundwater 29
Table 3.6 QA/QC Samples Storm Water 29
Table 3.7 Schedule of Monitoring/Inspection Reports 35
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FIGURES
Figure 1 Site Location 2
Figure 2 Preconstruction Site Map 3
Figure 3 Groundwater Flow August 2009 5
Figure 4 Limits of Cover 8
Figure 5 Final Topography of Cover 9
Figure 6 Monitoring Wells 23
APPENDICES
A Cover Limit Description and Final Survey
B Contamination Information
C Fugitive Dust and Particulate Monitoring
D Community Air Monitoring Program
E Monitoring Well Summary
F Inspection Report
G Groundwater Sampling Log
Acronyms and Abbreviations
AMSL Above Mean Sea Level
BGS Below Ground Surface
PID Photoionization Detector
ROD Record of Decision
SSAL Site Specific Action Levels
SMP Site Management Plan
PFAS Perfluoroalkyl Substances
PFAA Perfluoroalkyl Acid
HDPE High-Density Polyethylene
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1 Introduction
The Former Scolite Site (Site), Site No. E442037, was identified for remediation by the New York State
Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC or Department), in consultation with the New York
State Department of Health (NYSDOH) in March 2011 due to the presence of hazardous substances that
posed potential threats to human health and/or the environment. The Site is owned by the City of Troy
(City or Owner).
1.1 Purpose of the Site Management Plan
The general purpose of this Site Management Plan (SMP) is to establish protocols for managing the Site
following the completion of the remedy to address Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds (SVOCs),
Inorganics (metals) and Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), in general accordance with the Record of
Decision (ROD), as issued by the NYSDEC in March 2011. More specifically one objective of the SMP is
to set guidelines for management of soil and groundwater during future activities at the Site. This plan is
not intended to serve as a design document for potential construction activities related to Site
redevelopment or reuse. The SMP is a portion of the overall remedy which addresses potential future
disturbances or use of residually contaminated media remaining on the Site after other elements of the
remedy have been implemented. This SMP addresses potential environmental concerns related to the
management of Site soil and groundwater, and has been reviewed and approved by the NYSDEC. This
SMP has been prepared by Arcadis CE, Inc., who provided design and construction phase engineering
services for the remedial activities.
Summaries of previous environmental investigations have been restated in this SMP, where appropriate.
The Owner should refer to the original, approved investigation reports for more detail, as needed. It
remains the responsibility of future Site owners and potential Site developers to prepare and obtain
appropriate approvals for all future engineering designs associated with the Site. Similarly, it is also their
responsibility to conduct all future construction activities in a manner that incorporates and is compatible
with the requirements for soil and groundwater management as set forth in this SMP.
1.2 Site Description
The Former Scolite Site is located in the City of Troy, Rensselaer County, New York at 2 Madison Street.
The location of this Site can be found on Figures 1 (Site Location) and 2 (Preconstruction Site Map). The
Site, as defined by the NYSDEC, consists of approximately 5.7 acres. The parcel is situated immediately
south and east of the confluence of the Poesten Kill and the Hudson River. The Site is bounded by
Madison Street to the south and an active railroad to the east, the Poesten Kill to the north and the
Hudson River to the west. Future development scenarios allow commercial or industrial uses for the Site.
The eastern and central portions of the Site are generally flat with a gradual slope downward from east to
west. The western portion of the site consists of a relatively flat terrace, approximately six feet lower than
the balance of the Site. Large concrete blocks serve as a retaining wall separating the western terrace
from the rest of the Site. Concrete and steel bulkheads are present on both the Hudson River and
Poesten Kill shores. Most of the eastern portion of the Site is covered with concrete floor slabs remaining
from former manufacturing buildings. A strip of land in the north, along the Poesten Kill, is vegetated.
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Figure 1 Site Location
SITE LOCATION
FORMER SCOLITE SITE
NYSDEC SITE NO. E442037
CITY OF TROY, RENSSELAER COUNTY, NEW YORK
FIGURE 1
SITE LOCATION
SITE LOCATION
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Figure 2 Preconstruction Site Map
NYSDEC SITE NO. E442037
FORMER SCOLITE SITE
PRECONSTRUCTION SITE MAP
APRIL 2018
FIGURE 2
CITY OF TROY, RENSSELAER COUNTY, NEW YORK
MADISON STREET
LIMITS OF SITE
HUDSON RIVER
POESTEN KILL
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1.3 Geology and Hydrogeology
Near-surface soil at the Site is mainly fill, the thickness of which varies from approximately 14 feet on the
east side to greater than 20 feet trending towards the southwestern corner. The fill is comprised of
stained soils, slag, ash and brick. The fill overlies native soils consisting of clay, sandy clay, or mixtures of
clay, sand and pebbles. Bedrock in the area is thinly bedded and comprised of weathered shale from the
Normanskill or Snake Hill Formations. No bedrock was encountered during the remedial investigation or
remedial construction activities at the Site.
Groundwater at the Site is between 10 and 20 feet below ground surface (bgs). The direction of
groundwater flow is generally towards the Hudson River, though a divide exists in the northeastern corner
of the Site, where groundwater flows to the northeast, generally towards the Poesten Kill. Figure 3 depicts
the groundwater flow at the Site in 2009.
There are no surface water features on the Site, and most precipitation infiltrates the ground on-site.
However, due to the Site’s topography and relatively low permeability concrete and asphalt surface
materials, the potential exists for water to drain from the Site into the Hudson River or Poesten Kill. Some
surface water also may run off to the storm sewers along Madison Street, which ultimately lead to the
Hudson River.
1.4 Site History
The Site was the locus of industrial operations for approximately one hundred and seventy years. Iron
and steel industries occupied the Site from 1846 through 1971. Subsequent businesses on-site included
Perlite manufacturing (Scolite International), commercial roofing, scrap metal salvaging and recycling,
and automobile maintenance and storage. As mentioned previously, the near-surface Site soils consist
mostly of fill, however, no indication of large-scale or widespread hazardous waste disposal was detected
during the Site Investigation and no documentation of past disposal is known to exist.
After the iron and steel operations ceased and other industries occupied the Site, Site Investigation data
indicate there was a presence of hazardous substances on-site. NYSDEC staff witnessed significant
quantities of tar-like petroleum substances stored in various containers around the large foundry building
on-site in 2006. The containers ranged in size and type from small buckets and 55-gallon drums to large
tanker trucks, all of which were stored haphazardly under leaky roofs in an unsecured manner. In 2008, a
fire occurred in the building where the majority of the tar materials were stored, causing some to be
spilled or burned before they could be removed intact from the building. The fire resulted in large
quantities of asbestos contaminated material (ACM) on-site, in the form of brick, mortar, roofing and other
demolition debris left over from fighting the fire and razing the remaining buildings.
Prior to the fire, NYSDEC staff also witnessed and documented the presence of stained soil and surface
water sheens on puddles in the areas occupied by scrap metal recycling operations. The observed
contamination appeared to be consistent with petroleum-related spills, such as oily fluids or gasoline.
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Figure 3 Groundwater Flow August 2009
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1.5 Summary of the Remediation Objectives
The objectives for the remedial program have been established through the remedy selection process
stated in 6 NYCRR Part 375. The goal for the remedial program is to restore the site to pre-disposal
conditions to the extent feasible. At a minimum, the remedy shall eliminate or mitigate all significant
threats to public health and the environment presented by the contamination identified at the site through
the proper application of scientific and engineering principles.
The remedial objectives for this site are:
Public Health Protection:
Soil:
Prevent ingestion/direct contact with contaminated soil.
Prevent inhalation of contaminants volatilizing from the soil.
Surface water:
Prevent surface water contamination which may result in fish advisories.
Soil Vapor:
Mitigate impacts to public health resulting from existing, or the potential for, soil vapor intrusion into the
indoor air of buildings at or near a site.
Environmental Protection:
Soil:
Prevent migration of contaminants that would result in groundwater or surface water contamination.
1.6 Summary of Remedial Activities
The City of Troy applied to the Environmental Restoration Program (ERP) in February 2006, and again in
December 2006. The application for financial assistance for the investigation phase of the project was
approved in August 2007. Approval of the application allowed the City to initiate a removal activity to
address the potentially-hazardous materials that were present on-site at that time.
An investigation was performed prior to the parcel entering the ERP. The investigation, completed in
2006, was implemented under the South Troy Brownfields Assessment Demonstration Project, and was
considered a Site Characterization with results adequate to supplement the ERP application.
The Site Standards, Criteria, and Guidance (SCGs) are based on Title 6 of the New York Code of Rules
and Regulations (6NYCRR) Part 375 Restricted Soil Cleanup Objectives [SCOs] for Commercial Use,
Table 375-6.8(b), NYSDEC’s “Ambient Water Quality Standards and Guidance Values” and Part 5 of the
New York State Sanitary Code for Water.
In 2016, an asphalt and gravel surface cover system was installed on the Site to supplement the pre-
existing low-permeability concrete building floor slabs. The primary objective of this remedy was to
eliminate or mitigate potential human health risks related to the presence of the identified contaminants
present in surface and subsurface soil and fill by eliminating the potential for direct contact between
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potential receptors and the contamination. In 2017, following the completion of the remedial action, the
final two buildings (appearing in Figure 2) were demolished, and the resulting debris was removed from
the site. The limits of the asphalt and gravel surface cover system are shown on Figure 4 and in Appendix
A. The final surface grades are depicted on Figure 5 and the initial and final spot elevations in a grid
pattern across the Site are shown in Appendix A. Please note that the official post-construction survey
presented in Appendix A depicts the location of the final two buildings which were demolished after the
survey was conducted.
1.7 Contemplated Use
Potential future development scenarios allow commercial or industrial uses for the Site.
The Record of Decision for the Site requires that an institutional control (IC) be imposed in the form of an
environmental easement that:
Requires compliance with the approved Site Management Plan;
Limits the use and development of the property to commercial or industrial activities;
Prohibits agriculture or vegetable gardens on the Site;
Requires the property owner to complete and submit a periodic certification of institutional and
engineering controls to the NYSDEC at a frequency to be determined by the NYSDEC.
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Figure 4 Limits of Cover
APPROXIMATE GAS
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3' WIDE CONCRETE BULKHEAD WALL
3' WIDE CONCRETE BULKHEAD WALL
CRUSHED STONE
CONCRETE
CURB
CONCRETE DECK
CONCRETE BLOCK
RETAINING WALL
BUILDING
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
FOOTING (TYP.)
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LINK FENCE
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LINK FENCE
8' HIGH CHAIN
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CONCRETE
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CONCRETE BLOCK RETAINING WALL
BUILDING
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LINK FENCE
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WALL
CONCRETE RETAINING
WALL
GRANITE CURB
2 STORY CONCRETE
BLOCK BUILDING
BROKEN CONCRETE
BROKEN CONCRETE
BROKEN CONCRETE
BROKEN CONCRETE
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
METAL SHEETING AT EDGE OF CREEK
METAL SHEETING AT EDGE OF CREEK
BROKEN CONCRETE
18" DIA. HOLE 8 FEET DEEP
MADISON STREET
(60' WIDE R.O.W.)
8' HIGH CHAIN LINK FENCE
47.2'±
1934 U.S. PIERHEAD AND BULKHEAD LINE PER MAP REFERENCE NO. 1
POESTEN KILL
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NYSDEC SITE NO. E442037
FORMER SCOLITE SITE
LIMITS OF COVER
SITE PLAN
APRIL 2018
FIGURE 4
CITY OF TROY, RENSSELAER COUNTY, NEW YORK
BUILDING REMOVED
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Concrete Surface Slab
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BUILDING
REMOVED
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Figure 5 Final Topography of Cover
APPROXIMATE GAS
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3' WIDE CONCRETE BULKHEAD WALL
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LINK FENCE
UP NYNEX 17
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LINK FENCE
8' HIGH CHAIN
LINK FENCE
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
CONCRETE BLOCK RETAINING WALL
BUILDING
1.2' WIDE CONCRETE BROKEN
8' HIGH CHAIN
LINK FENCE
8' HIGH CHAIN
LINK FENCE
CONCRETE RETAINING
WALL
CONCRETE RETAINING
WALL
GRANITE CURB
2 STORY CONCRETE
BLOCK BUILDING
BROKEN CONCRETE
BROKEN CONCRETE
BROKEN CONCRETE
BROKEN CONCRETE
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
METAL SHEETING AT EDGE OF CREEK
METAL SHEETING AT EDGE OF CREEK
BROKEN CONCRETE
MADISON STREET
(60' WIDE R.O.W.)
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FINAL TOPOGRAPHY OF COVER
APRIL 2018
FIGURE 5
NYSDEC SITE NO. E442037
FORMER SCOLITE SITE
CITY OF TROY, RENSSELAER COUNTY, NEW YORK
BUILDING
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2 Site Management
2.1 Surface Cover
The primary purposes of the surface cover system are to minimize the potential for:
Human contact with contaminated fill material; and
Contaminated runoff from the property.
The cover system consists of the following:
Type III Engineered Cover - 12 inches of stone cover underlain by separation fabric. This was
installed throughout the Site on areas without pre-existing surface concrete slabs;
Pre-existing concrete surface slabs, located generally in the central, southern and eastern
portions of the Site; and
Asphalt “patches” for holes in the pre-existing concrete surface slabs.
The limits of the engineered and stone cover, as well as the concrete surface slabs that were pre-existing
at the Site are shown on Figure 4 and included in Appendix A. The final topography of the cover system
is shown on Figure 5. The thickness of the cover system may be determined from the survey information
contained in Appendix A.
2.2 Management of Soils/Fill and Long-Term Maintenance of Cover System
Contamination remains on-site below the cover system installed as the primary component of the
remedial action. No significant Site-related groundwater contamination of concern was identified at the
Former Scolite Site. Prior to remediation, the primary contaminants of concern were SVOCs, metals, and
PCBs in surface soils. The installation of the surface cover system has successfully achieved soil
cleanup objectives for commercial use. During the remedial activities, surface and subsurface soils were
relocated on-site to shape the cover surface to promote runoff and drainage of precipitation and other
surface water. Information from the ROD, and compiled by the NYSDEC, showing contaminant
concentrations and their locations prior to the remedial activities is included in Appendix B.
The purpose of this section is to provide environmental guidelines for management of subsurface soils/fill
and repair/replacement of the cover system during any future intrusive work which breaches the cover
system. Prior to the initiation of such work, the NYSDEC will be notified and provided a certification. Any
work done must be conducted in accordance with procedures defined in an applicable Work Plan, which
shall include a Health and Safety Plan (HASP) and a Community Air Monitoring Program (CAMP).
2.2.1 Site Preparation
As part of future development or future intrusive on-site activities, the Site may require grading prior to
cover system replacement. The fill material and debris disturbed during intrusive activities will be graded
to the surface required for redevelopment. Trees, shrubs, roots, brush, rubbish, scrap, debris, slabs,
pavement, curbs, fences, etc. will be removed and properly disposed off-site in accordance with
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applicable solid waste regulations. Prior to cover system replacement, protruding material will be removed
from the ground surface. Burning will not be allowed on the Site.
2.2.2 Excavation and Grading Below the Cover System
During construction activities at the Site, the excavation of soil/fill material may be necessary for the
construction of foundations, utility corridors and other structures. For excavation work below the cover
system, a Professional Engineer’s representative with construction/remediation experience, representing
the subject property owner or developer will monitor soil/fill excavations or disturbances. This Professional
Engineer must also provide a stamped/signed certification that excavation work below the cover system
and subsequent repair/replacement of the cover system was conducted in a manner consistent with this
SMP.
During excavation performed to support development activities, the soil/fill will be inspected for staining,
sampled to detect and quantify the presence of metals and field screened for the presence of VOCs with
a photoionization detector (PID).
Excavated soil/fill may be used on-site as fill below the cover system. Soil/fill that is excavated as part of
development which cannot be used as fill below the cover system will be further characterized prior to
transportation off-site for disposal at an appropriate permitted facility.
2.2.2.1 Visibly Impacted Soils
Stained soil is soil that is observed to be discolored, tinted, dyed, unnaturally mottled, or has a sheen.
Excavated soil/fill that is visibly stained or produces elevated PID readings (i.e., sustained 10 ppm or
greater) will be considered potentially contaminated and stockpiled on the property for further
assessment. The potentially contaminated soil/fill will be stockpiled (maximum 50 cubic yard piles) on and
be completely covered with polyethylene sheeting to reduce the potential for contaminant migration or
dispersion. Sampling and analysis will be completed in accordance with protocols delineated in 6 NYCRR
Part 375 and DER-10. Visibly impacted soil/fill containing one or more constituents in excess of the Site-
Specific Action Levels (SSALs) shown in 6 NYCRR Part 375 Table 375-6.8(b) for commercial or industrial
use will be transported off-site to a permitted waste management facility.
2.2.2.2 Buried Debris, Drums or Tanks
If buried drums or underground storage tanks are encountered during soil excavation activities,
excavation will cease and the NYSDEC will be immediately notified. All drums and/or underground
storage tanks encountered will be evaluated and the contractor will submit a removal plan for NYSDEC
approval. Appropriately trained personnel will excavate all the drums and/or underground storage tanks,
while following all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Removed drums, underground storage
tanks, and associated materials will be properly characterized and disposed off-site. The soil/fill
surrounding the buried drums or underground storage tanks will be considered to be potentially
contaminated. The soil will be characterized and, as necessary, stockpiled and transported to an off-site
permitted waste management facility for disposal.
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2.2.3 Soil/Fill Characterization
2.2.3.1 Excavated Soil and Stockpiled Soil/Fill
Excavated soil/fill may be used on-site as fill below the cover system. Soil/fill that is excavated as part of
development, which cannot be used as fill below the cover system, will be further characterized prior to
transportation off-site for disposal at a permitted facility. For excavated soil/fill with visual evidence of
contamination (i.e., staining or elevated PID measurements), one composite sample and a duplicate
sample will be collected for each 100 cubic yards of stockpiled soil/fill. For excavated soil/fill that does not
exhibit visual evidence of contamination but must be sent for off-site disposal, one composite sample and
a duplicate sample will be collected for 2,000 cubic yards of stockpiled soil, and a minimum of 1 sample
will be collected for volumes less than 2,000 cubic yards.
The composite sample will be collected from five locations within each stockpile. A duplicate composite
sample will also be collected. PID measurements will be recorded for each of the five individual locations.
One grab sample will also be collected from the five individual locations. The grab sample will be
collected from the individual location with the highest PID measurement. If none of the five individual
sample locations exhibit PID readings, one location will be selected at random. The composite sample will
be analyzed by a NYSDOH ELAP-certified laboratory for pH (EPA Method 9045C), Target Compound List
(TCL) SVOCs, pesticides, and PCBs, and TAL metals, and cyanide. The grab sample will be analyzed for
TCL VOCs.
Soil samples will be composited by placing equal portions of fill/soil from each of the five composite
sample locations into a pre-cleaned, stainless steel (or Pyrex glass) mixing bowl. The soil/fill will be
thoroughly homogenized using a stainless-steel scoop or trowel and transferred to pre-cleaned jars
provided by the laboratory. Sample jars will then be labeled, and a chain-of-custody form will be prepared.
2.2.3.2 Soil/Fill Disposal or Reuse
Visually impacted soil/fill that has been characterized and found to meet the SSALs, may be reused as
subgrade or excavation subgrade backfill, if appropriate. On-site soil/fill may not be reused as backfill in
landscaping berms to be used for the planting of trees and shrubs. If the analysis of the soil/fill samples
reveals unacceptably high levels of any analytes, the soil may not be used as backfill on-site and
additional analyses will be necessary to further classify the material for disposal purposes. The developer
will be responsible for characterizing any material that is found to contain one or more constituents in
excess of the SSALs. At a minimum, a duplicate sample may need to be analyzed for the toxicity
characteristic, using the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP), for the particular analytes
that were detected at concentrations exceeding the SSALs. The duplicate sample may also be analyzed
for the other RCRA Characteristics, including reactivity, corrosivity, and ignitability. If the analytical results
indicate that concentrations exceed the standards for RCRA characteristics, the material will be
considered a hazardous waste and must be properly disposed off-site at a permitted disposal facility
within 90 days of excavation.
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Additional characterization sampling for off-site disposal may be required by the disposal facility. To
potentially reduce off-site disposal requirements and costs, the Owner or Site developer may also choose
to characterize each stockpile individually. If the analytical results indicate that the soil is not a hazardous
waste, the material will be properly disposed off-site at a non-hazardous waste facility. Stockpiled soil
cannot be transported on or off-site until the analytical results are received.
2.2.4 Subgrade Material
Subgrade material used to backfill excavations or placed to increase Site grades or elevations shall meet
the following criteria:
Excavated on-site soil/fill which appears to be visually impacted shall be sampled and analyzed.
Analytical results shall indicate that the contaminants, if any, are present at concentrations that do
not exceed the SSALs.
Off-site borrow soils will be documented as having originated from locations having no evidence
of disposal or release of hazardous, toxic, or radioactive substances, wastes or petroleum
products.
Off-site materials intended for use as Site backfill cannot otherwise be defined as a solid waste in
accordance with 6 NYCRR Part 360-2(a).
If the contractor designates a source as “virgin” soil, it shall be further documented in writing to be
native soil material from areas not having supported any known prior industrial or commercial
development or agricultural use.
Virgin soils should be subject to collection of one representative composite sample for each 500
cubic yards of material from each source area. The sample should be analyzed for TCL VOCs,
SVOCs, pesticides, PCBs, arsenic, barium, cadmium, chromium, lead, mercury, selenium, silver,
and cyanide. The soil will be acceptable for use as backfill provided that all parameters meet the
SSALs.
One composite sample for each 500 cubic yards of material from each source area of non-virgin
soils will be collected and analyzed. If more than 1,000 cubic yards of soil are borrowed from a
given off-site non-virgin soil source area and both samples of the first 1,000 cubic yards meet
SSALs, the sample collection frequency will be reduced to one composite for every 2,500 cubic
yards of additional soils from the same source, up to 5,000 cubic yards total. For borrow sources
greater than 5,000 cubic yards, sampling frequency may be reduced to one sample for each
5,000 cubic yards, provided that all earlier samples met the SSALs.
Should the separation fabric underlying the stone cover be breached during excavations; the area will be
excavated, the damaged geotextile will be cut to provide smooth edges, and a new geotextile of equal or
greater quality will be installed to replace the breached area. The new geotextile will overlap the existing
underlying separation fabric by a minimum of 24 inches on all sides.
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2.2.5 Surface Cover System
The cover material shall meet the following criteria:
Excavated on-site soil/fill shall not be used as cover material.
Off-site borrow stone will be documented as having originated from locations having no evidence
of disposal or release of hazardous, toxic or radioactive substances, wastes or petroleum
products.
Off-site stone materials intended for use as Site cover cannot otherwise be defined as a solid
waste in accordance with 6 NYCRR Part 360-2(a).
2.2.5.1 Asphalt
Asphalt may be used for construction or development in areas that will become roads, sidewalks, and
parking lots. Where asphalt will represent a cover in terms of remedial action, a minimum cross-sectional
thickness of 6 inches of material (asphalt and clean subbase material) is required for protection from
exposure to the underlying soil/fill material. The actual cross section of the asphalt cover (i.e. thickness of
the asphalt and subbase material) will be determined based on the intended use of the area.
2.2.5.2 Concrete
Concrete may be used in areas that will become slab-on-grade structures, utilities, footings, foundations,
sidewalks or signs. Concrete may also be used instead of asphalt for roads, sidewalks, and parking lots.
Where concrete will represent a cover in terms of remedial action, a minimum cross-sectional thickness of
6 inches of material (concrete and clean subbase material) is required for protection from exposure to the
underlying soil/fill material. A vapor barrier consisting of polyethylene sheeting with a minimum thickness
of 8-millimeters will be installed under all structures. Type and thickness of concrete and subbase material
will be determined based on intended use of the area.
2.2.6 Erosion Control
When the development or remedial actions at the Site require the disturbance of more than five acres of
land, federal and state laws require that the project obtain coverage under the NYSDEC SPDES General
Permit for Storm Water Discharges from Construction Activities that are classified as “Associated with
Industrial Activity,” Permit #GP-93-10 (Construction Storm Water General Permit). It should be noted that
after December 9, 2002, federal and state laws require that the project obtain coverage under the
NYSDEC SPDES General Permit for Storm Water Discharges from Construction Activities for certain
activities disturbing between one and five acres of land. Requirements for coverage under the
Construction Storm Water General Permit include the submittal of a Notice of Intent form and the
development of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). The SWPPP must fulfill all permit
requirements and must be prepared in accordance with “Chapter Four: The Storm Water Management
and Erosion Control Plan” in Reducing Impacts of Storm Water Runoff from New Development (NYSDEC,
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1992). This Storm Water Management and Erosion Control Plan, in accordance with permit requirements,
will provide the following information:
A background discussion of the scope of the construction project.
A statement of the storm water management objectives.
An evaluation of post-development runoff conditions.
A description of proposed storm water control measures.
A description of the type and frequency of maintenance activities required to support the control
measure.
The SWPPP will address issues such as erosion prevention, sedimentation control, hydraulic loading,
pollutant loading, ecological protection, physical Site characteristics that impact design, and Site
management planning. All descriptions of proposed features and structures at the Site will include a
description of structure placement, supporting engineering data and calculations, construction scheduling,
and references to established detailed design criteria. The SWPPP will conform to all requirements as
established by applicable regulatory agencies.
Proven soil conservation practices will be incorporated in the construction and development plans to
mitigate soil erosion, off-site sediment migration, and water pollution from erosion. The use of appropriate
temporary erosion control measures such as silt fencing and/or hay bales will be required around all
soil/fill stockpiles and soil surfaces which are unvegetated and not part of the stone and pavement cover
during redevelopment activities. These methods are described below. Stockpiles shall be graded and
compacted as necessary for positive surface water runoff and dust control. Stockpiles of soil/fill will be
placed a minimum of 50 feet from the property boundaries.
Temporary Erosion Control Measures
Temporary erosion and sedimentation control measures and facilities will be employed during active
construction stages. Prior to any construction activity, temporary erosion and sediment control measures
shall be installed and maintained until such time that permanent erosion control measures are installed
and effective. The following temporary measures will be incorporated into construction activities:
Silt Fence
Check Dams
Hay Bales
As sediment collects along the erosion controls (silt fence, hay bales, check dams, etc.) they will be
cleaned to maintain desired removal performance and prevent structural failure of the silt fence.
Accumulated sediment will be removed when 10% of the storage capacity of the silt fence is full.
Removed sediment will be stockpiled and characterized in accordance with Section 2. The perimeter silt
fences will remain in place until construction activities in the area are completed and vegetative cover or
other erosion control measures are adequately established. Silt fences will be provided and installed in
accordance with the New York Guidelines for Urban Erosion and Sediment Control.
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Permanent Erosion Control Measures
Permanent erosion control measures and facilities will be incorporated during cover construction and
during Site redevelopment for long-term erosion protection. Permanent measures and facilities will be
installed as early as possible during construction phases. Parking and building systems associated with
redevelopment shall not include dry wells or other subsurface injection/disposal piping or facilities.
The remedial construction activities will involve the installation of a cover system including asphalt,
concrete and stone over the Site. Permanent erosion control measures incorporate a combination of
design features to limit overall erosion and sediment problems to practical design limits, and the
placement of permanent facilities during Site restoration for long term erosion protection.
Design features incorporated into the construction plans to control erosion will include limiting steep
slopes, routing runoff to surface water collection channels, limiting flow velocities in the collection
channels to the extent practical, and lining collection channels, where appropriate. In areas where flow
will be concentrated (i.e. collection channels), the channel slopes and configuration will be designed to
maintain channel stability.
Any final slope greater than 33 percent will be reinforced and will have a demarcation layer under the
clean cover materials to indicate if erosion has extended to the subgrade.
2.2.7 Dust Control
The surface of unvegetated or disturbed soil/fill areas will be wetted with water or other dust suppressive
agents to control dust during construction. Any subgrade material left exposed during extended interim
periods (greater than 90 days) prior to placement of final cover shall be covered with a temporary cover
system (i.e. tarps, spray type cover system, etc.) to control fugitive dust to the extent practicable.
Particulate monitoring will be performed along the downwind occupied perimeter of the parcel during
subgrade excavation, grading, and handling activities in accordance with the Community Air Monitoring
Plan further detailed in Section 2.3, and in accordance with NYSDEC’s Fugitive Dust and Particulate
Monitoring Program at Inactive Hazardous Waste Sites, which is included in Appendix C.
Dust suppression techniques will be employed at the Site in accordance with NYSDEC’s Fugitive Dust
and Particulate Monitoring Program. This document describes guidance for dust monitoring, and includes
a list of effective dust suppression techniques. Dust suppression techniques that may be used at the Site
include applying water on the stone or paved cover areas, wetting equipment, spraying water on buckets
during excavation and dumping, hauling material in properly covered or watertight containers, covering
excavated areas and material after excavation activity ceases, installing new cover immediately after
placement of cover materials, and reducing the excavation size and/or number of excavations. The use of
atomizing sprays is recommended so that excessively wet areas will not be created, but fugitive dust will
be suppressed.
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2.2.8 Construction Water Management
Pumping of water (i.e., groundwater and/or storm water that has accumulated in an excavation) from
excavations, if necessary, will be done in such a manner as to prevent the migration of particulates,
soil/fill, or unsolidified concrete materials, and to prevent damage to the existing subgrade. Water pumped
from excavations will be managed properly in accordance with all applicable regulations to prevent
endangerment of public health, property, or any portion of the construction.
In areas where groundwater may be contaminated, the groundwater in excavations will be field screened
for VOCs and observed for any noticeable sheens. The water pumped from the excavations will be
containerized and analyzed in accordance with the Surface Water and Ground Water Quality Standards
set forth in 6 NYCRR Part 703.5 and the local sewer authority under a discharge permit. If the water
quality is such that the local sewer authority will not approve the discharge to a sewer, it will be
transported off-site for proper disposal or treated on Site via a treatment system that has been approved
by the NYSDEC.
Runoff from surface discharges shall be controlled. No discharges shall enter a surface water body
without proper permits.
2.2.9 Access Controls
Access to construction or development areas which disturb the existing cover on the property must be
controlled until the final cover is placed to prevent direct contact with subgrade materials. Excavated
subgrade material that is stockpiled on-site must be temporarily covered to limit access to that material.
2.2.10 Institutional Controls
A series of ICs is required by the March 2011 Record of Decision to:
1. Prevent future exposure to remaining contamination; and,
2. Limit the use and development of the site to commercial and industrial uses only.
Adherence to these ICs on the site is required by the environmental easement and will be implemented
under this SMP. ICs identified in the environmental easement may not be discontinued without an
amendment to or extinguishment of the environmental easement. The IC boundaries are shown on Figure
4 and described in Appendix A. These ICs are:
The property may be used for commercial and industrial use;
The use of groundwater underlying the property is prohibited without necessary water quality
treatment as determined by the NYSDOH or the Rensselaer County Department of Health to
render it safe for use as drinking water or for industrial purposes, and the user must first notify
and obtain written approval to do so from the Department;
Data and information pertinent to site management must be reported at the frequency and in a
manner as defined in this SMP;
All future activities that will disturb remaining contaminated material must be conducted in
accordance with this SMP;
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Access to the site must be provided to agents, employees or other representatives of the State of
New York with reasonable prior notice to the property owner to assure compliance with the
restrictions identified by the environmental easement;
The potential for vapor intrusion must be evaluated for any buildings developed in the area within
the IC boundaries noted on Figure 4, and appropriate actions to address exposures must be
implemented; and
Vegetable gardens and farming on the site are prohibited.
2.2.11 Maintenance
Overall maintenance of the Site will be the responsibility of the Owner. Impacts or damage to remedial
elements remaining at the Site following remedial construction will be reported to the NYSDEC, who will
determine whether corrective actions are necessary to protect the environment or preserve the integrity of
the remedy. Cover materials, fencing, signs, and gates will be inspected annually, and repaired as
needed.
The main features of inspection are:
Inspection procedures;
Evaluation of the final cover system (i.e., stone cover, concrete slabs, asphalt patches, etc.) for
sloughing, cracks, settlement, erosion, damaged fencing, gates or signs;
Repair of deficiencies found; and
Inspection reporting.
2.3 Health and Safety
Invasive work performed at the property will be performed in accordance with all applicable local, state,
and federal regulations to protect worker health and safety.
If intrusive work is expected to breach the cover system at the Site, all contractors performing
redevelopment or maintenance activities will be required to prepare a Site-specific, activity-specific Health
and Safety Plan (HASP). The HASP must include certifications stating that the contractor’s personnel
have been 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER trained. The HASP must also include provisions for protection of
the community as described further in this section.
2.3.1 Construction Personnel Protection
Contractors engaged in subsurface construction or maintenance activities (e.g., foundation and utility
workers) will be required to implement appropriate health and safety procedures. These procedures will
involve, at a minimum, donning adequate personal protective equipment, performing appropriate air
monitoring, and implementing other engineering controls, as necessary, to mitigate potential ingestion,
inhalation and contact with residual constituents in the soils. Recommended health and safety procedures
include, but may not be limited to, the following:
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While conducting invasive work at the Site, contractors shall provide safe and healthful working
conditions. Contractors shall comply with all of the New York State Department of Labor
regulations, published recommendations and regulations promulgated under the Federal
Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 and the Construction Safety Act of 1969, as
amended, and with the laws, rules, and regulations of other authorities having jurisdiction.
Compliance with governmental requirements is mandated by law and considered only a minimum
level of safety performance. Contractors shall insure that all work performed is in accordance with
recognized safe work practices.
Contractors shall be responsible for the safety of the contractor’s employees and the public.
Contractors shall be solely responsible for the adequacy and safety of all construction methods,
materials, equipment and safe prosecution of the work.
Contractors are responsible for ensuring that all project personnel have been trained in
accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120.
Contractors shall have a HASP, written in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.65, prepared, signed
and sealed by a safety professional, a safety professional and/or a trained safety
representative(s) active on the job whenever the work is in progress, an effective and
documented safety training program, and a safety work method check list system.
Recognition as a safety professional shall be based on a minimum of certification by the Board of
Certified Safety Professionals as a Certified Safety Professional and 5 years of professional
safety management experience in the types of construction and conditions expected to be
encountered on the Site.
All personnel employed by a contractor or their subcontractors or any visitors whenever entering
the job Site, shall be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment required for that
area.
2.3.2 Community Air Monitoring Program
Air monitoring will be performed during redevelopment activities in accordance with the New York State
Department of Health (NYSDOH) Generic Community Air Monitoring Plan, which is included in Appendix
D. All air monitoring readings will be recorded in a logbook and will be available for review by the
NYSDEC and NYSDOH.
2.4 Notification and Reporting
There shall be no construction, use or occupancy of the property that results in the disturbance or
excavation of soil which threatens the integrity of the cover system or which would result in human
exposure to contaminated soils, unless prior written approval by the NYSDEC is obtained. Therefore,
notification of NYSDEC at the address below should precede any such work by at least 60 days, to allow
for review and any necessary revisions of a work plan. The following minimum notification and reporting
requirements shall be followed by the property owner prior to and following Site development:
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If buried drums or underground storage tanks are encountered during soil excavation activities,
excavation will cease and the NYSDEC will be immediately notified.
The Owner shall complete an Annual Report containing documentation that the institutional
controls put in place, pursuant to the ROD, are still in place, have not been altered and are still
effective; that the remedy and protective cover have been maintained; and that the conditions at
the Site are fully protective of public health and the environment.
If the cover system has been breached during the year, the Owner shall provide the following to the
NYSDEC for subsequent inclusion in the corresponding annual report:
A certification that all work was performed in accordance with this SMP.
Plans showing areas and depth of fill removal.
Copies of daily inspection reports for soil-related construction.
Description of erosion control measures.
A text narrative describing the excavation activities performed, health and safety monitoring
performed (both Site-specific and Community Air Monitoring), quantities and locations of soil/fill
excavated, disposal locations for the soil/fill, soil sampling locations and results, a description of
any problems encountered, location and acceptability test results for backfill sources, and other
pertinent information necessary to document that the Site activities were carried out properly.
If the disturbed area exceeds one acre, the following must also be reported to the NYSDEC:
Plans showing the before and after survey elevations on a 100-foot grid system to document the
thickness of the stone cover system.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Division of Environmental Remediation
625 Broadway
Albany, New York 12233-7011
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3 Site Monitoring Plan
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 General
This SMP describes the measures for evaluating the performance and effectiveness of the remedy to
reduce or mitigate contamination at the Site, the stone cover system, and all affected Site media identified
below. Monitoring of other Engineering Controls is described in Section 4, Operation and Maintenance
Plan. This SMP may only be revised with the approval of NYSDEC.
3.1.2 Purpose and Schedule
This Monitoring Plan describes the methods to be used for:
Sampling and analysis of groundwater and stormwater;
Assessing compliance with applicable NYSDEC standards, criteria and guidance, particularly
ambient groundwater standards;
Assessing achievement of the remedial performance criteria;
Evaluating Site information periodically to confirm that the remedy continues to be effective in
protecting public health and the environment; and
Preparing the necessary reports for the various monitoring activities.
To adequately address these issues, this Monitoring Plan provides information on:
Sampling locations, protocol, and frequency;
Information on all designed monitoring systems;
Analytical sampling program requirements;
Reporting requirements;
Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) requirements;
Inspection and maintenance requirements for monitoring wells;
Monitoring well decommissioning procedures; and
Annual inspection and documentation of Site conditions.
Annual monitoring of the performance of the remedy and overall reduction in contamination on-site and
off-site will be conducted for the first five years following the completion of remedial construction. Based
on a review by the NYSDEC of data generated during the five years of monitoring, the frequency of
monitoring thereafter will be determined. Trends in contaminant levels in groundwater and storm water in
the affected areas will be evaluated to determine if the remedy continues to be effective in achieving
remedial goals. Monitoring programs are summarized in Table 3.1 and outlined in detail in Sections 3.2
and 3.3. Information regarding the existing monitoring wells is included in Appendix E.
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Table 3.1 Monitoring/Inspection Schedule
Monitoring
Program
Frequency* Matrix Analysis
Groundwater Annual monitoring for five years
Groundwater from
monitoring wells shown on
Figure 6
TAL Metals
Field Parameters
SVOCs
PCBs
1,4-Dioxane
PFAS
Storm water Annual monitoring for five years
Storm water collected
from surface water
drainage discharge
TAL Metals
1,4-Dioxane
PFAS
Stone, Asphalt
and Concrete
Cover
Inspection during each
groundwater monitoring event
specified above
Stone, Asphalt and
Concrete Cover
Visual Inspection
*The frequency of events will be conducted as specified until otherwise approved by the NYSDEC and
the NYSDOH.
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Figure 6 Monitoring Wells
APPROXIMATE GAS
WV
WV
HYD
GV
WV
POSSIBLE WV
HYD
OLD HYD
TPED
GV
DITCH
3' WIDE CONCRETE BULKHEAD WALL
3' WIDE CONCRETE BULKHEAD WALL
CRUSHED STONE
CONCRETE
CURB
CONCRETE DECK
CONCRETE BLOCK
RETAINING WALL
BUILDING
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
FOOTING (TYP.)
CONCRETE
4' HIGH CHAIN
LINK FENCE
UP NYNEX 17
8' HIGH CHAIN
LINK FENCE
8' HIGH CHAIN
LINK FENCE
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
CONCRETE BLOCK RETAINING WALL
BUILDING
1.2' WIDE CONCRETE BROKEN
8' HIGH CHAIN
LINK FENCE
8' HIGH CHAIN
LINK FENCE
CONCRETE RETAINING
WALL
CONCRETE RETAINING
WALL
GRANITE CURB
2 STORY CONCRETE
BLOCK BUILDING
BROKEN CONCRETE
BROKEN CONCRETE
BROKEN CONCRETE
BROKEN CONCRETE
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
CONCRETE
METAL SHEETING AT EDGE OF CREEK
METAL SHEETING AT EDGE OF CREEK
BROKEN CONCRETE
MADISON STREET
(60' WIDE R.O.W.)
UMH
TF=22.50
8' HIGH CHAIN LINK FENCE
47.2'±
1934 U.S. PIERHEAD AND BULKHEAD LINE PER MAP REFERENCE NO. 1
POESTEN KILL
FLOW
FLOW
THICK
VEGETATION
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24
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27.78
23.86
23.64
23.20
23.10
23.14
24.06
24.49
24.18
24.12
23.27
24.20
23.21
23.14
23.16
23.20
23.91
22.82
22.96
23.13
23.17
23.29
24.10
24.12
24.16
24.14
23.18
22.90
22.80
23.18
23.11
23.15
23.14
14.23
14.24
14.23
14.16
14.19
14.34
22.58
23.11
22.96
23.54
24.13
MONITORING WELLS
APRIL 2018
FIGURE 6
NYSDEC SITE NO. E442037
FORMER SCOLITE SITE
CITY OF TROY, RENSSELAER COUNTY, NEW YORK
MW-2
MW-1
MW-3
MW-4
MW-5
(NOT FOUND
IN 2016)
MW-6
MW-7
MW-8
NOTES:
1. MONITORING WELL LOCATIONS
ARE APPROXIMATE.
BUILDING REMOVED
2017
Concrete Surface Slab
Remains
BUILDING
REMOVED
2017
Concrete
Surface
Slab
Remains
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3.2 Cover Monitoring
During remedial implementation, a stone cover was installed on the surface of the Site in areas not
previously covered with concrete building slabs. Holes and unpaved areas within and adjacent to the
slabs were covered with new asphalt. Prior to placement of the stone, a geotextile fabric was installed as
a demarcation layer between the underlying regraded soil and the stone cover system. A visual
inspection of the stone, asphalt and concrete cover system shall be conducted at the time of each
groundwater monitoring event described in this SMP. The purpose of the visual inspection is to identify
any changes, such as damage or erosion to the surficial media, which could compromise the functionality
of the cover system. Since such changes could potentially increase the likelihood of exposure to
subsurface contamination remaining at the Site, the specific nature of the change shall be documented in
accordance with the reporting requirements contained in this SMP. A sample inspection report form for
the Site is included in Appendix F.
3.3 Media Monitoring Program
3.3.1 Groundwater Monitoring
Groundwater monitoring will be performed on a periodic basis to assess the performance of the remedy.
The monitoring and sampling plan may only be modified with the approval of the NYSDEC. The network
of monitoring wells has been maintained to monitor groundwater conditions at the Site. A total of eight
monitoring wells have been installed on the Site, although MW-5 was not located during installation of the
cover system. The approximate locations of these wells are shown on Figure 6. Characteristics of these
monitoring wells include:
Table 3.2 Monitoring Well Construction Details
Well ID Northing Easting Status
Total
Depth (ft.
bgs)
Top of
Casing
Elevation
(ft. amsl)*
Measuring
Point
Elevation
(PVC, ft.
amsl)*
MW-1 1417089.08 707539.88 Existing 23.57
MW-2 1416923.82 707493.38 Existing 23.02
MW-3 1416779.82 707458.76 Existing 21.49
MW-4 Existing 28.61
MW-6 1416808.31 707730.96 Existing 28.63
MW-7 1417036.44 707956.81 Existing 19.10
MW-8 1416701.27 707921.81 Existing 29.34
*Elevations to be determined
Locations are approximate and require field verification.
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Table 3.3 Wells to be Sampled
Deliverables for the groundwater monitoring program are specified below.
3.3.1.1 Sampling Protocol
All monitoring well sampling activities will be recorded in a field book and on a groundwater-sampling log
presented in Appendix G. Other observations (e.g. well integrity, etc.) will be noted on the well sampling
log. The well sampling log will serve as the inspection form for the groundwater monitoring well network.
In addition to standard sampling procedures listed in this SMP, additional measures must be observed
due to the sensitivity of 1,4-Dioxane and Perfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) sampling. Samplers should
not use products such as soaps, cosmetics, moisturizers, hand creams, etc. that may contain PFAS the
day of sampling. Insect repellents and sun-blocks must contain 100% natural ingredients, any other such
products may contain PFAS and are not permitted on the Site. Coated Tyvek clothing should be worn on-
site during sampling, and long hair should be tied back. All clothing must be well-laundered with minimal
use of soap and zero use of fabric softener. All footwear should be made with polyurethane and polyvinyl
chloride, and clothing or boots with Gore-Tex material are not permitted on the Site. Seats of the field
vehicle used during the sampling event must be covered with a well-laundered cotton blanket to avoid
cross contamination between any latent materials on the vehicle seats and the groundwater samples
being collected. Should sampling take place during wet weather, samplers should wear the appropriate
clothing that will not risk cross contamination, such as avoiding synthetic gear that has been treated with
a water repellant finish containing PFAS. Only gear made from wax-coated materials is acceptable.
3.3.1.2 Groundwater Level Measurements
Prior to groundwater sampling, the depth to groundwater will be measured in each well and the
groundwater elevation above mean sea level will be determined for each monitoring point. Water level
measurements will be used in conjunction with horizontal and vertical ground survey data to evaluate
horizontal and vertical components of groundwater flow. Water level measurements will also be used to
determine the volume of standing water in wells for purging activities.
Well ID
MW-1 MW-6
MW-2 MW-7
MW-3 MW-8
MW-4
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The following equipment will be used for the measurement of water levels:
Electronic water level indicator;
Field log book and pen; and
Photoionization Detector (PID).
At each monitoring well, the cap and internal riser cover will be removed. The headspace and breathing
zone air quality will be monitored with the PID. This step may be omitted in subsequent rounds of water
level measurements in those wells that yielded no detectable amounts of vapors or gases from prior
sampling rounds.
The battery of the electronic water level indicator will be checked by pushing the battery check button and
waiting for the audible signal to sound or the instrument light to come on. The water level indicator will be
decontaminated before use in each well by using an Alconox wash and laboratory certified PFAS-free
water rinse. The instrument will then be turned on and the probe will be slowly lowered into the well, until
the audible signal is heard, or the instrument light goes on, indicating that the sensor in the probe has
made contact with the water surface in the well.
The depth to water will be recorded to the nearest one-hundredth of a foot, from the top of the measuring
mark on the well riser. The date, time, well number, and depth to water will be recorded in the field
logbook in indelible ink.
3.3.2 Monitoring Well Inspection
Prior to collecting groundwater samples, each monitoring well will be inspected for the following:
Damage to the cover or protective casing, if visible above the ground surface;
Erosion of the cover system in the area immediately surrounding the casing;
Operable lock, if appropriate; and
Damage to the monitoring well surface seal.
3.3.2.1 Monitoring Well Sampling Procedures
The following equipment will be needed to collect groundwater samples for analysis:
Electric water level indicator;
Peristaltic pump;
High-density polyethylene tubing;
Temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, specific conductivity and turbidity meters;
Photoionization detector;
Field logbook and field logs (must be loose paper);
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Laboratory prepared sample containers (polypropylene or HDPE sample bottles);
Roll of polyethylene sheeting; and
Decontamination equipment.
Groundwater sampling will be conducted in accordance with the USEPA Low-Flow Sampling Protocol
(USEPA 1998). A piece of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) sheeting will be fitted over the monitoring
well and laid on the ground. The sampling equipment will be placed on the HDPE sheeting. The
expansion cap will be removed and the headspace at the top of the monitoring well will be measured with
a PID. This step may be omitted in those monitoring wells which have already demonstrated in the
previous rounds of water level measurements that they contain no or insignificant amounts of vapors or
gases. The PID will be calibrated before the start of each sampling event.
Clean, new HDPE tubing will be attached to the peristaltic pump. The tubing will be lowered into the water
column to a maximum depth of two feet above the bottom of the well. The well will be purged at a rate
suitable to minimize drawdown. Field parameters, consisting of pH, specific conductance, temperature,
dissolved oxygen, reduction potential, turbidity, and water level will be measured in each monitoring well
prior to, during, and after purging (just before sampling) through the use of a flow-through cell. Both the
pH and the specific conductivity meters will be calibrated for water temperature before each sampling
event.
The volume of water removed from each monitoring well will be dependent upon the amount of time
required for stabilization of the field parameters. In general, the well will be considered stabilized for
sample collection when field parameters have stabilized for three consecutive readings as follows:
pH: +/- 0.1 standard units
Specific Conductance: +/- 3%
Reduction Potential: +/- 10 millivolts
Dissolved Oxygen: +/- 10%
Turbidity: +/- 10%
When the field parameters have stabilized, the volume of water purged will be recorded, and groundwater
in the monitoring well will be sampled through the pump at the same flow rate used to purge the well.
Groundwater that is purged from monitoring wells or discharged during drilling activities may be disposed
of at the Site and allowed to infiltrate into the ground based on the following conditions:
1. There is a defined Site which is the source of the groundwater contamination;
2. There is no free product, such as LNAPLs and DNAPLs, observed;
3. Recharge pits are used to preclude run-off from the Site and the pits are covered with clean cover
stone when no longer needed; and
4. The infiltrating groundwater is being returned to the same water-bearing zone from which it is
being purged.
If the above criteria are not met, the materials will be containerized in U.N.-approved, 55-gallon steel
drums. The contents will be identified on weather-resistant labels attached to drum exteriors.
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Upon completion of sampling, the sample bottles will be immediately placed in a cooler held at 4
o
C, using
sealable plastic/polyethylene bags to hold the ice. Cooler ice must not be chemical or “blue” ice. Sample
containers collected for perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) must be kept in a separate cooler if sampling to
detect contaminants other than PFAS are collected during the same event.
Non-powdered nitrile disposable gloves will be worn by the sampling personnel and changed frequently in
the following circumstances:
Prior to decontamination of equipment;
After contact with any non-decontaminated surface;
Prior to contact with sample bottles;
Between putting labels on sample bottles and sample collection;
Before and after handling water quality meters;
Before and after insertion of equipment into the monitoring wells (i.e. tubing, interface probe); and
Before and after handling of any quality control/assurance samples.
Groundwater samples will be sent to a NYSDOH ELAP and NYSDEC ASP-approved analytical laboratory
under chain-of-custody procedures for analysis of 1,4-Dioxane by USEPA Method 8270 SIM, PFAS
(linear and non-linear branch isomers) by USEPA Method 537, SVOCs by USEPA Method 8270C, PCBs
by USEPA Method 8082, and Target Analyte List (TAL) metals by USEPA Method 6010B:
Table 3.4 Analyte List
Analytes
Aluminum Copper Selenium
Antimony Iron Silver
Arsenic Lead Sodium
Barium Magnesium Thallium
Beryllium Manganese Tin
Cadmium Mercury Titanium
Calcium Molybdenum Vanadium
Chromium Nickel Zinc
Cobalt Potassium 1,4-Dioxane
SVOCs
Perfluorinated Alkyl Acids (linear
and non-linear branch isomers)
PCBs
If the turbidity of the groundwater samples is greater than 50 Nephelometric Turbidity Units (NTUs) at the
conclusion of well purging, total (unfiltered) and dissolved (filtered) fraction groundwater samples will be
collected. The dissolved fraction groundwater samples will be filtered using a 0.45 micron in-line
disposable filter.
In the event a spill occurs while sampling, liquids should be absorbed with an inert material, such as
vermiculite or sand. That material should then be placed in a suitable closed container. Spark-proof tools
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and explosion-proof equipment should be used during clean up. Any solids should be collected with an
electrically-protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing.
3.3.3 Field Quality Control Samples
Quality control procedures will be employed to ensure that sampling, transportation and laboratory
activities do not bias sample analytical quality. Duplicate samples, matrix spike samples and matrix spike
duplicates will provide a quantitative basis for validating the analytical data. A summary of the anticipated
QA/QC samples for each media is included in Tables 3.5 and 3.6.
Table 3.5 QA/QC Samples Groundwater
QA/QC Sample Type
Number of QA/QC
Samples
Duplicate
1 duplicate for every 20
samples collected or 1
duplicate for every 7
calendar days of sampling
MS/MSD
1 MS/MSD for every 20
samples collected or 1
MS/MSD for every 7
calendar days of sampling
Table 3.6 QA/QC Samples Storm Water
QA/QC Sample Type
Number of QA/QC
Samples
Duplicate
1 duplicate for every 20
samples collected or 1
duplicate for every 7
calendar days of sampling
MS/MSD
1 MS/MSD for every 20
samples collected or 1
MS/MSD for every 7
calendar days of sampling
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3.3.3.1 Matrix Spike/Matrix Spike Duplicates
Matrix spike (MS) and matrix spike duplicate (MSD) sample pairs are analyzed by the laboratory to
provide a quantitative measure of the laboratory’s precision and accuracy. Field personnel will specify
samples for MS/MSD analysis. Extra volume is not required for aqueous samples for inorganic analysis.
3.3.3.2 Field Duplicates
For each sample matrix, a field duplicate sample will be collected at a rate of one sample per 20
environmental samples per media. The duplicate sample is collected at the same location as the
environmental sample. The field duplicate sample is identified using the sample designation system
described in this Section. The identity of the field duplicate is not revealed to the laboratory. The analytical
results of the environmental samples will be compared to the corresponding field duplicate samples, to
evaluate field sampling precision.
3.3.3.3 Sample Designation
A sample numbering system will be used to identify each sample. This system will provide a tracking
procedure to allow retrieval of information about a particular sample, and will assure that each sample is
uniquely numbered. The sample identification will consist of at least four components as follows:
Project Identification: The first component consists of a three-letter designation, which identifies
the project Site. For this project, the three-letter designation will be FSS for Former Scolite Site.
Sample Type: The second component, which identifies the sample type, will consist of a two-
letter code as follows:
o MW Monitoring well (Groundwater Sample, determined by the existing well ID)
o SW Storm water (Storm water Sample from a drainage discharge point)
Sample Identification: The third component will be used to uniquely identify each sample for
NYSDEC EQuIS EDD purposes. The sampling date will be used and will be provided in the
following format:
o MMDDYYYY (i.e. August 16, 2016 would be 08162016)
Quality Assurance/Quality Control Samples: The samples will be labeled with the following
suffixes:
o MS Matrix Spike
o MSD Matrix Spike Duplicate
Duplicate samples will be numbered uniquely as if they were samples.
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A record of identification for duplicate samples will be maintained.
Examples of identification numbers are given below:
FSS-MW-01-08162016: Monitoring well groundwater sample, monitoring well ID MW-01, location one,
collected August 16, 2016.
FSS-MW-01-08162016-MS: Monitoring well groundwater sample, monitoring well ID MW-01, location
one, collected on August 16, 2016, matrix spike.
3.3.4 Field DocumentationGeneral
Documentation of an investigative team’s field activities often provides the basis for technical Site
evaluations and other such related written reports. All records and notes generated in the field will be
considered controlled evidentiary documents and may be subject to scrutiny in litigation.
Personnel designated as being responsible for documenting field activities must be aware that all notes
may provide the basis for preparing responses for legal interrogatories. Field documentation must provide
sufficient information and data to enable reconstruction of field activities. The following information must
be provided on the inside front cover of each field logbook:
Project Name (Site Name);
Site Location;
Site Manager; and
Date of Issue.
Control and maintenance of field logbooks is the responsibility of the Field Team Leader.
3.3.5 Documentation of Field Activities
Field logbook entries must be legibly written and provide an unbiased, concise, detailed picture of all field
activities. Use of preformatted data reporting forms must be identifiable and referenced to field notebook
entries.
Step-by-step instructions and procedures for documenting field activities are provided below and in
following sub-sections. Instruction and procedures relating to the format and technique in which field
logbook entries are made are as follows:
All logging taken in the field must be documented on loose paper, waterproof paper must not be
used. Should a clip board be used, Masonite or Aluminum clip boards are applicable.
Leave the first two pages blank. They will provide space for a table of contents to be added when
the field logbook is complete.
The first written page for each day identifies the date, time, Site name, location, personnel and
their responsibilities, other non-personnel present, and observed weather conditions. Additionally,
during the course of Site activities, deviations from the work plan must also be documented.
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All photos taken must be traceable to field logbook entries. It is recommended to reference photo
locations to the Site sketch or map.
All entries must be made in ink.
All entries must be accompanied by the appropriate military time (such as 1530 instead of 3:30).
Errors must be lined through and initialed. No erroneous notes are to be made illegible.
The person documenting must sign and date each page as it is completed.
Isolated logbook entries made by a team member, other than the team member designated
responsible for field documentation, must be signed and dated by the person making the entry.
Additions, clarifications, or corrections made after completion of field activities must be dated and
signed.
3.3.6 General Site Information
General Site characteristics must be recorded. Information may include:
Type of access into facility (locked gates, etc.)
Anything that is unexpected on-site (e.g. appearance of drums that have not been previously
recorded).
Information obtained from interview with Site personnel (if applicable), or other interested party
contact on the Site.
Name of any community contacts at the Site.
A Site map or sketch. It can be sketched into the logbook or attached to the book.
3.3.7 Sample Activities
A chronological record of each sampling activity must be kept.
Explanation of sampling at the location identified in the sampling plan (e.g., discolored soil,
stressed vegetation).
Exact sample location, using permanent recognizable landmarks and reproducible
measurements.
Sample matrix.
Sample descriptions - i.e., color, texture, odor (e.g., soil type, murky water) and any other
important distinguishing features.
Decontamination procedures, if used.
As part of chain-of-custody procedures, recorded on-site sampling information must include sample
number, date, time, sampling personnel, sample type, designation of sample as grab or composite, and
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identify any preservative used. Sample locations should be referenced by sample number on the Site
sketch or map. The offer and/or act of providing sample splits to a third party (e.g. the responsible party
representative; state, county, or municipal environmental and/or health agency, etc.) must be
documented. Sample tracking and custody will be documented between sample collection and
laboratories.
3.3.7.1 Sample Dispatch Information
When sampling is complete, all sample documentation such as chain-of-custody forms shall be copied,
and copies placed in the project files. A notation of the number of coolers shipped, carrier and time
delivered to pick-up point should be made in a field notebook.
3.3.7.2 Monitoring Well Repairs, Replacement and Decommissioning
If bio-fouling or silt accumulation occurs in the on-Site and/or off-site monitoring wells, the wells will be
physically agitated/surged and redeveloped. Additionally, monitoring wells will be properly
decommissioned and replaced (as per the SMP), if an event renders the wells unusable.
Repairs and/or replacement of wells in the monitoring well network will be performed based on
assessments of structural integrity and overall performance.
The NYSDEC will be notified prior to any repair or decommissioning of monitoring wells for the purpose of
replacement, and the repair or decommissioning and replacement process will be documented. Well
decommissioning without replacement will be done only with the prior approval of the NYSDEC. Well
abandonment will be performed in accordance with the NYSDEC’s “Groundwater Monitoring Well
Decommissioning Procedures.” Monitoring wells that are decommissioned because they have been
rendered unusable will be reinstalled in the nearest available location, unless otherwise approved by the
NYSDEC.
3.3.8 Storm Water Monitoring
To maintain proper drainage at the Site, the stone, concrete and asphalt surfaces will be visually
inspected for damage, puddling/ponding and debris build up, and the inspection will be documented in the
field book.
Storm Water Sampling Procedures
The following equipment will be needed to collect a storm water sample for analysis:
Peristaltic pump.
HDPE tubing.
Temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, specific conductivity and turbidity meters.
Field logbook and field logs (must be loose paper).
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Laboratory prepared sample containers (polypropylene or HDPE sample bottles).
If water is present on the cover surface, a grab sample will be collected. A single set of field parameters,
consisting of pH, specific conductance, temperature, dissolved oxygen, reduction potential, turbidity, and
water level will be measured once prior to sampling. Both the pH and the specific conductivity meters will
be calibrated for water temperature before each sampling event. If the turbidity of the storm water
samples is greater than 50 NTUs, total (unfiltered) and dissolved (filtered) fraction storm water samples
will be collected. The dissolved fraction storm water samples will be filtered using a 0.45 micron in-line
disposable filter. To obtain a filtered sample, the storm water will need to be collected with a peristaltic
pump, in order for the water to be pumped through the filter.
The storm water sampling frequency may be modified based on review of collected data by the NYSDEC.
The SMP will be modified to reflect future changes in sampling plans approved by the NYSDEC.
Upon completion of sampling, the sample bottles will be immediately placed in a cooler held at 4
o
C.
Disposable non-powdered nitrile gloves will be worn by the sampling personnel and changed at a
frequency consistent with the groundwater sampling procedures listed in Section 3.3.2.1 of this SMP.
Storm water samples will be sent to a NYSDOH ELAP and NYSDEC ASP-approved analytical laboratory
under chain-of-custody procedures for analysis of 1,4-Dioxane by USEPA Method 8270 SIM, PFAS
(linear and non-linear branch isomers) by USEPA Method 537, SVOCs by USEPA Method 8270C, PCBs
by USEPA Method 8082, and Target Analyte List (TAL) metals by USEPA Method 6010B.
Sample designation and field documentation are identical to groundwater monitoring methods as
previously described.
3.4 SiteWide Inspection
Site-wide inspections will be performed on a regular schedule at a minimum of once each year. Site-wide
inspections will be also performed after all severe weather conditions that may affect Engineering
Controls or monitoring devices. During these inspections, an inspection report form will be completed
(Appendix F). The form will compile sufficient information to assess the following:
Compliance with all ICs, including Site usage;
An evaluation of the condition and continued effectiveness of ECs;
General Site conditions at the time of the inspection;
The Site management activities being conducted, including, where appropriate, confirmation
sampling and a health and safety inspection;
Compliance with permits and schedules included in the Operation and Maintenance Plan; and
Confirm that Site records are up to date.
3.5 Monitoring Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Not applicable to the monitoring phase at the Former Scolite Site. Sampling QA/QC can be found in
Section 3.3.3 of this SMP.
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3.6 Monitoring Reporting Requirements
Forms and any other information generated during regular monitoring events and inspections will be kept
on file by the NYSDEC. All forms, and other relevant reporting formats used during the
monitoring/inspection events, will be prepared in accordance with the NYSDEC’s standards and as
specified in this SMP.
Monitoring results will be collected by the NYSDEC on an annual basis for the first five years following
completion of the remedial construction.
The results will include the following information:
Date of monitoring event;
Personnel conducting sampling;
Description of the activities performed;
Type of samples collected (e.g., groundwater, storm water, etc.);
Copies of all field forms completed (e.g., well sampling logs, chain-of-custody documentation,
etc.);
A figure illustrating sample type and sampling locations;
A figure illustrating potentiometric contours;
Copies of all laboratory data sheets and the required laboratory data deliverables for all points
sampled (to be submitted electronically in the NYSDEC-identified format);
Any observations, conclusions, or recommendations; and
A determination as to whether groundwater conditions have changed since the last reporting
event.
Data will be reported in hard copy or digital format as determined by the NYSDEC. A summary of the
monitoring program deliverables is in Table 3.7.
Table 3.7 Schedule of Monitoring/Inspection Reports
Task Reporting Frequency*
Groundwater and Storm Water Monitoring and Site
Inspection Report
Annually for first five years
*The frequency will be conducted as specified until otherwise approved by the NYSDEC.
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4 Operation and Maintenance Plan
4.1 Introduction
The Site remedy does not rely on any mechanical systems. Therefore, the operation and maintenance of
such components is not included in this SMP. The condition of chain-link fence and the cover system will
be inspected as part of the Site Inspection, and any damage will be documented and promptly repaired.
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5 Inspections, Reporting and Certifications
5.1 Site Inspections
5.1.1 Inspection Frequency
All inspections will be conducted at the frequency specified in the schedules provided in Section 3 of this
SMP. Inspections of remedial components will be conducted annually for the first five years following
completion of remedial construction, or whenever a severe weather event has taken place, such as an
erosion or flooding event that may affect the ECs.
5.1.2 Inspection Forms, Sampling Data, Maintenance Reports
All inspections and monitoring events will be recorded on the appropriate section of the inspection report
form for their respective system. The inspection report form is contained in Appendix F. Additionally, a
general Site-wide inspection form will be completed during the Site-wide inspection (see Appendix F).
These forms are subject to NYSDEC revision.
5.1.3 Evaluation of Records and Reporting
The results of the inspection and Site monitoring data will be evaluated as part of the EC/IC certification
demonstrating that the:
EC/ICs are in place, are performing properly, and remain effective;
The Monitoring Plan is being implemented;
Operation and maintenance activities are being conducted properly; and
The Site remedy continues to be protective of public health and the environment, and is
performing as designed in the RAWP and RD.
5.2 Certification of Institutional Controls
For each institutional control identified for the Site, it shall be determined that all of the following
statements are true:
The institutional control employed at this Site is unchanged from the date the control was put in
place, or last approved by the NYSDEC;
Nothing has occurred that would impair the ability of the control to protect the public health and
the environment;
Nothing has occurred that would constitute a violation or failure to comply with any Site
management plan for this control;
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Access to the Site will continue to be provided to the NYSDEC to evaluate the remedy, including
access to evaluate the continued maintenance of this control;
If a financial assurance mechanism is required under the oversight document for the Site, the
mechanism remains valid and sufficient for the intended purpose under the document;
Use of the Site is compliant with the environmental easement;
The information presented in this report is accurate and complete;
No new information, including groundwater monitoring data from the wells located at the Site
boundary, if any, indicate that the assumptions made in the qualitative exposure assessment of
off-site contamination are no longer valid;
Every five years the following certification will be added: “The assumptions made in the qualitative
exposure assessment remain valid”; and
The Owner’s representative shall certify that all information and statements in the certification
form are true. A false statement made is punishable as a Class “A” misdemeanor, pursuant to
Section 210.45 of the Penal Law.
5.3 Periodic Review Report
A Periodic Review Report will be prepared and submitted to the NYSDEC every year, beginning twelve
months after the Certificate of Completion is issued. In the event that the Site is subdivided into separate
parcels with different ownership, a single Periodic Review Report will be prepared that addresses the Site
depicted and described in Appendix A, including the metes and bounds of the environmental easements.
The report will be prepared in accordance with NYSDEC DER-10 and will include:
Identification, assessment and certification of all EC/ICs required by the remedy for the Site;
Results of the required annual Site inspections and severe condition inspections, if applicable;
All applicable inspection forms and other records generated for the Site during the reporting
period in electronic format;
A summary of any discharge monitoring data and/or information generated during the reporting
period with comments and conclusions in electronic format;
Data summary tables and graphical representations of contaminants of concern by media
(groundwater, soil vapor), which include a listing of all compounds analyzed, along with the
applicable standards, with all exceedances highlighted. These will be submitted in electronic
format, as determined by the NYSDEC. These will include a presentation of past data as part of
an evaluation of contaminant concentration trends;
Results of all analyses, copies of all laboratory data sheets, and the required laboratory data
deliverables for all samples collected during the reporting period; and
A Site evaluation, which includes the following:
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o The compliance of the remedy with the requirements of the Site-specific RAWP, ROD or
Decision Document;
o Assessment of the operation and the effectiveness of all treatment units, etc., including
identification of any needed repairs or modifications;
o Any new conclusions or observations regarding Site contamination based on inspections
or data generated by the Monitoring Plan for the media being monitored;
o Recommendations regarding any necessary changes to the remedy and/or Monitoring
Plan; and
o The overall performance and effectiveness of the remedy.
5.4 Corrective Measures Plan
If any component of the remedy is found to have failed, or if the periodic certification cannot be provided
due to the failure of an institutional or engineering control, a corrective measures plan will be prepared
and submitted to the NYSDEC. This plan will explain the failure and provide the details and schedule for
performing the work necessary to correct the failure.
APPENDIX A
Cover Limit Description and Final Survey
Metes and Bounds Description of Stone Boundary and the Former Site Scolite International Corp. in the
City of Troy
ALL that Certain stone boundary situated in the Town of Troy, County of Rensselaer, State of New York,
lying along the Northerly side of Madison Street, being shown as apportion of the map entitled
“FINISHED GRADE TOPOGRAPHY LANDS N/F CITY OF TROY”, prepared by NMB Land Surveying PLLC,
dated September 23
rd
, 2016, and being more particularly bounded and described as follows:
Beginning at a point which is located on the south easterly corner of the property, being approximately
13 feet northwesterly of utility pole NM 6 and 29 feet northeasterly of said fire hydrant and then the
stone boundary being described to the west, thence along the said northerly side of Madison Street the
following 12 courses:
thence N 83°35'52" W a distance of 109.88';
thence N 86°55'50" W a distance of 58.79';
thence N 80°49'07" W a distance of 175.51';
thence N 79°13'57" W a distance of 81.43';
thence N 74°17'33" W a distance of 92.42';
thence N 14°04'02" E a distance of 462.58';
thence S 79°24'49" E a distance of 22.15';
thence S 74°37'22" E a distance of 67.75';
thence S 80°38'09" E a distance of 230.86';
thence S 89°41'09" E a distance of 59.29';
thence S 78°56'57" E a distance of 94.06';
thence S 08°36'36" W a distance of 459.57';
which is the point of beginning, having an area of 230246.08 square feet, 5.286 acres of land.
Being a portion of lands conveyed to City of Troy by deed reel 267 Frame 1206, also described as Lands
Now of Formerly of Scolite International Corp. Book 1301 page 182, also Map I.D. No. 111.28-4-1.
APPENDIX B
Contamination Information
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Arsenic (25.9)
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Cadmium (11.2)
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Benzo(b)flouranthene (7.3)
Copper (557)
Benzo(a)anthracene (16)
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Benzo(a)pyrene (13)
Dibenz(a,h)anthracene (2.6)
Indeno(1,2,3-cd)pyrene (6.5)
Cadmium (10.9)
Copper (174)
Benzo(a)pyrene (1.9)
Arsenic (18.3)
Cadmium (10.7)
PCB (7.3)
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Mercury (6.2)
Benzo(a)pyrene (2.2)
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Toluene (0.77)
Arsenic (21.5)
Cadmium (12.2)
Chromium (716)
Copper (747)
PCB (3.8)
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Arsenic (20.7)
Benzo(a)pyrene (1.0)
Arsenic (24.3)
Arsenic (31.0)
Arsenic (16.8)
Arsenic (39.1)
Arsenic (17.7)
Cadmium (10.9)
Arsenic (24.8)
Copper (1260)
Arsenic (44.3)
Benzo(a)pyrene (1.7)
APPENDIX C
Fugitive Dust and Particulate Monitoring
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Appendix 1B
Fugitive Dust and Particulate Monitoring
A program for suppressing fugitive dust and particulate matter monitoring at hazardous waste sites
is a responsibility on the remedial party performing the work. These procedures must be incorporated
into appropriate intrusive work plans. The following fugitive dust suppression and particulate
monitoring program should be employed at sites during construction and other intrusive activities which
warrant its use:
1. Reasonable fugitive dust suppression techniques must be employed during all site activities
which may generate fugitive dust.
2. Particulate monitoring must be employed during the handling of waste or contaminated soil or
when activities on site may generate fugitive dust from exposed waste or contaminated soil. Remedial
activities may also include the excavation, grading, or placement of clean fill. These control measures
should not be considered necessary for these activities.
3. Particulate monitoring must be performed using real-time particulate monitors and shall
monitor particulate matter less than ten microns (PM10) with the following minimum performance
standards:
(a) Objects to be measured: Dust, mists or aerosols;
(b) Measurement Ranges: 0.001 to 400 mg/m3 (1 to 400,000 :ug/m3);
(c) Precision (2-sigma) at constant temperature: +/- 10 :g/m3 for one second averaging; and
+/- 1.5 g/m3 for sixty second averaging;
(d) Accuracy: +/- 5% of reading +/- precision (Referred to gravimetric calibration with SAE
fine test dust (mmd= 2 to 3 :m, g= 2.5, as aerosolized);
(e) Resolution: 0.1% of reading or 1g/m3, whichever is larger;
(f) Particle Size Range of Maximum Response: 0.1-10;
(g) Total Number of Data Points in Memory: 10,000;
(h) Logged Data: Each data point with average concentration, time/date and data point
number
(i) Run Summary: overall average, maximum concentrations, time/date of maximum, total
number of logged points, start time/date, total elapsed time (run duration), STEL concentration and
time/date occurrence, averaging (logging) period, calibration factor, and tag number;
(j) Alarm Averaging Time (user selectable): real-time (1-60 seconds) or STEL (15 minutes),
alarms required;
(k) Operating Time: 48 hours (fully charged NiCd battery); continuously with charger;
(l) Operating Temperature: -10 to 50
o
C (14 to 122
o
F);
(m) Particulate levels will be monitored upwind and immediately downwind at the working
site and integrated over a period not to exceed 15 minutes.
4. In order to ensure the validity of the fugitive dust measurements performed, there must be
appropriate Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC). It is the responsibility of the remedial party to
adequately supplement QA/QC Plans to include the following critical features: periodic instrument
calibration, operator training, daily instrument performance (span) checks, and a record keeping plan.
5. The action level will be established at 150 ug/m3 (15 minutes average). While conservative,
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this short-term interval will provide a real-time assessment of on-site air quality to assure both health
and safety. If particulate levels are detected in excess of 150 ug/m3, the upwind background level must
be confirmed immediately. If the working site particulate measurement is greater than 100 ug/m3 above
the background level, additional dust suppression techniques must be implemented to reduce the
generation of fugitive dust and corrective action taken to protect site personnel and reduce the potential
for contaminant migration. Corrective measures may include increasing the level of personal protection
for on-site personnel and implementing additional dust suppression techniques (see paragraph 7). Should
the action level of 150 ug/m3 continue to be exceeded work must stop and DER must be notified as
provided in the site design or remedial work plan. The notification shall include a description of the
control measures implemented to prevent further exceedances.
6. It must be recognized that the generation of dust from waste or contaminated soil that
migrates off-site, has the potential for transporting contaminants off-site. There may be situations when
dust is being generated and leaving the site and the monitoring equipment does not measure PM10 at or
above the action level. Since this situation has the potential to allow for the migration of contaminants
off-site, it is unacceptable. While it is not practical to quantify total suspended particulates on a real-time
basis, it is appropriate to rely on visual observation. If dust is observed leaving the working site,
additional dust suppression techniques must be employed. Activities that have a high dusting potential--
such as solidification and treatment involving materials like kiln dust and lime--will require the need for
special measures to be considered.
7. The following techniques have been shown to be effective for the controlling of the
generation and migration of dust during construction activities:
(a) Applying water on haul roads;
(b) Wetting equipment and excavation faces;
(c) Spraying water on buckets during excavation and dumping;
(d) Hauling materials in properly tarped or watertight containers;
(e) Restricting vehicle speeds to 10 mph;
(f) Covering excavated areas and material after excavation activity ceases; and
(g) Reducing the excavation size and/or number of excavations.
Experience has shown that the chance of exceeding the 150ug/m3 action level is remote when the
above-mentioned techniques are used. When techniques involving water application are used, care must
be taken not to use excess water, which can result in unacceptably wet conditions. Using atomizing
sprays will prevent overly wet conditions, conserve water, and provide an effective means of
suppressing the fugitive dust.
8. The evaluation of weather conditions is necessary for proper fugitive dust control. When
extreme wind conditions make dust control ineffective, as a last resort remedial actions may need to be
suspended. There may be situations that require fugitive dust suppression and particulate monitoring
requirements with action levels more stringent than those provided above. Under some circumstances,
the contaminant concentration and/or toxicity may require additional monitoring to protect site
personnel and the public. Additional integrated sampling and chemical analysis of the dust may also be
in order. This must be evaluated when a health and safety plan is developed and when appropriate
suppression and monitoring requirements are established for protection of health and the environment.
APPENDIX D
Community Air Monitoring Program
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Appendix 1A
New York State Department of Health
Generic Community Air Monitoring Plan
Overview
A Community Air Monitoring Plan (CAMP) requires real-time monitoring for volatile organic
compounds (VOCs) and particulates (i.e., dust) at the downwind perimeter of each designated work area
when certain activities are in progress at contaminated sites. The CAMP is not intended for use in
establishing action levels for worker respiratory protection. Rather, its intent is to provide a measure of
protection for the downwind community (i.e., off-site receptors including residences and businesses and
on-site workers not directly involved with the subject work activities) from potential airborne
contaminant releases as a direct result of investigative and remedial work activities. The action levels
specified herein require increased monitoring, corrective actions to abate emissions, and/or work
shutdown. Additionally, the CAMP helps to confirm that work activities did not spread contamination
off-site through the air.
The generic CAMP presented below will be sufficient to cover many, if not most, sites. Specific
requirements should be reviewed for each situation in consultation with NYSDOH to ensure proper
applicability. In some cases, a separate site-specific CAMP or supplement may be required. Depending
upon the nature of contamination, chemical- specific monitoring with appropriately-sensitive methods
may be required. Depending upon the proximity of potentially exposed individuals, more stringent
monitoring or response levels than those presented below may be required. Special requirements will be
necessary for work within 20 feet of potentially exposed individuals or structures and for indoor work
with co-located residences or facilities. These requirements should be determined in consultation with
NYSDOH.
Reliance on the CAMP should not preclude simple, common-sense measures to keep VOCs, dust,
and odors at a minimum around the work areas.
Community Air Monitoring Plan
Depending upon the nature of known or potential contaminants at each site, real-time air
monitoring for VOCs and/or particulate levels at the perimeter of the exclusion zone or work area will
be necessary. Most sites will involve VOC and particulate monitoring; sites known to be contaminated
with heavy metals alone may only require particulate monitoring. If radiological contamination is a
concern, additional monitoring requirements may be necessary per consultation with appropriate
DEC/NYSDOH staff.
Continuous monitoring will be required for all ground intrusive
activities and during the
demolition of contaminated or potentially contaminated structures. Ground intrusive activities
include, but are not limited to, soil/waste excavation and handling, test pitting or trenching, and the
installation of soil borings or monitoring wells.
Periodic monitoring for VOCs will be required during non-intrusive
activities such as the
collection of soil and sediment samples or the collection of groundwater samples from existing
monitoring wells. APeriodic@ monitoring during sample collection might reasonably consist of
taking a reading upon arrival at a sample location, monitoring while opening a well cap or
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overturning soil, monitoring during well baling/purging, and taking a reading prior to leaving a
sample location. In some instances, depending upon the proximity of potentially exposed
individuals, continuous monitoring may be required during sampling activities. Examples of such
situations include groundwater sampling at wells on the curb of a busy urban street, in the midst of
a public park, or adjacent to a school or residence.
VOC Monitoring, Response Levels, and Actions
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) must be monitored at the downwind perimeter of the
immediate work area (i.e., the exclusion zone) on a continuous basis or as otherwise specified. Upwind
concentrations should be measured at the start of each workday and periodically thereafter to establish
background conditions, particularly if wind direction changes. The monitoring work should be
performed using equipment appropriate to measure the types of contaminants known or suspected to be
present. The equipment should be calibrated at least daily for the contaminant(s) of concern or for an
appropriate surrogate. The equipment should be capable of calculating 15-minute running average
concentrations, which will be compared to the levels specified below.
1. If the ambient air concentration of total organic vapors at the downwind perimeter of the work
area or exclusion zone exceeds 5 parts per million (ppm) above background for the 15-minute average,
work activities must be temporarily halted and monitoring continued. If the total organic vapor level
readily decreases (per instantaneous readings) below 5 ppm over background, work activities can
resume with continued monitoring.
2. If total organic vapor levels at the downwind perimeter of the work area or exclusion zone
persist at levels in excess of 5 ppm over background but less than 25 ppm, work activities must be
halted, the source of vapors identified, corrective actions taken to abate emissions, and monitoring
continued. After these steps, work activities can resume provided that the total organic vapor level 200
feet downwind of the exclusion zone or half the distance to the nearest potential receptor or
residential/commercial structure, whichever is less - but in no case less than 20 feet, is below 5 ppm over
background for the 15-minute average.
3. If the organic vapor level is above 25 ppm at the perimeter of the work area, activities must be
shutdown.
4. All 15-minute readings must be recorded and be available for State (DEC and NYSDOH)
personnel to review. Instantaneous readings, if any, used for decision purposes should also be recorded.
Particulate Monitoring, Response Levels, and Actions
Particulate concentrations should be monitored continuously at the upwind and downwind
perimeters of the exclusion zone at temporary particulate monitoring stations. The particulate
monitoring should be performed using real-time monitoring equipment capable of measuring particulate
matter less than 10 micrometers in size (PM-10) and capable of integrating over a period of 15 minutes
(or less) for comparison to the airborne particulate action level. The equipment must be equipped with
an audible alarm to indicate exceedance of the action level. In addition, fugitive dust migration should
be visually assessed during all work activities.
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1. If the downwind PM-10 particulate level is 100 micrograms per cubic meter (mcg/m
3
) greater
than background (upwind perimeter) for the 15-minute period or if airborne dust is observed leaving the
work area, then dust suppression techniques must be employed. Work may continue with dust
suppression techniques provided that downwind PM-10 particulate levels do not exceed 150 mcg/m
3
above the upwind level and provided that no visible dust is migrating from the work area.
2. If, after implementation of dust suppression techniques, downwind PM-10 particulate levels
are greater than 150 mcg/m
3
above the upwind level, work must be stopped and a re-evaluation of
activities initiated. Work can resume provided that dust suppression measures and other controls are
successful in reducing the downwind PM-10 particulate concentration to within 150 mcg/m
3
of the
upwind level and in preventing visible dust migration.
3. All readings must be recorded and be available for State (DEC and NYSDOH) and County
Health personnel to review.
December 2009
APPENDIX E
Monitoring Well Summary
Former Scolite Site
NYSDEC Site Number E442037
Existing Monitoring Well Data
Bottom TOC Footing
MW-1 11.59 23.57 Soft Broken Loose/Broken Soil
MW-2 12.08 23.02 Soft Intact Broken Concrete Concrete then soil
MW-3 11.89 21.49 Soft Broken N/A Soil
MW-4 21.36 28.61 Soft Intact Concrete Concrete Iron-bearing groundwater (orange color) noted on probe
MW-5 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Soil MW-5 has not been located as of 8/9/2016
MW-6 20.99 28.63 Soft Intact Concrete Concrete
MW-7 DRY 19.10 Firm Broken N/A Soil
MW-8 21.07 29.34 Soft Intact Broken Concrete Soil
Definitions:
FT: Feet
TOC: Top of Casing
N/A: Not Applicable
Notes:
1. Monitoring Well data collected on 8/9/2016.
2. MW-5 was mapped in the March 2011 DEC Record of Decision as equidistant from MW-4 and MW-6.
Conditions
MW DTW (FT)
Surrounding Material Additional Notes
DTB (FT)
APPENDIX F
Inspection Report
New York Works
Former Scolite Site
NYSDEC Site Number E442037
Cover Inspection
Form
Time:
Date:
Weather
Conditions:
Were Photographs Taken ?
:
Inspection Checklist:
A. Concrete and Asphalt Cover:
The cover shall be inspected by traversing it and examining it for the following items:
Yes
No
1. Are there cracks, subsidence, or holes in the surface? ___
2. Is there any erosion damage to the concrete or asphalt areas?
3. Is there discoloration or evidence of spills on the surface?
4. Is there other evidence of disturbance to the area?
5.
Is there debris or trash present?
Comments (Explanation required for each Yes answer in Section A):
B. Gravel Cover:
The gravel cover shall be inspected by traversing it and examining it for the following items:
Yes
No
1. Are there holes or subsidence of the gravel surface?
2. Is there evidence of burrowing by animals?
3. Is there any erosion damage to the gravel surface?
4. Is there discoloration or evidence of spills on the surface?
5. Is there other evidence of disturbance to the area?
6.
Is there debris or trash present?
Comments (Explanation required for each Yes answer in Section B):
C. Site Drainage
The perimeter of the Site near adjacent properties shall be inspected by traversing the area
and examining it for the following:
Yes No
1. Is there any erosion damage?
2. Is there debris blocking drainage pathways?
3. Is there evidence of ponding or puddling of water?
Comments (Explanation required for each Yes answer in Section C):
General Comments, Site Notes and Observations of Activities on Adjacent Parcels Which Could
Interact With the Work:
Signature:
.
Inspector Date Organization
SITE/PROJECT NAME: PROJECT NUMBER:
DATE OF INSPECTION: INSPECTOR:
WELL DESIGNATION:
WELL LOCATION:
Outward Appearance
Flushmount Diameter ______ inches N/A [ ]
Approximate Stickup Height ______ feet N/A [ ]
Integrity of Protective Casing Describe: ______________________________________________________________
Protective Casing Material Steel [ ] Stainless Steel [ ] Other ________________________
Protective Casing Width or Dia. ______ inches
Weep Hole in Protective Casing Yes [ ] No [ ]
Surface Seal/Apron Material Cement [ ] Bentonite [ ]
Not apparent [ ] Other ________
Integrity of Surface Seal/Apron Describe: ______________________________________________________________
Surface Drainage Away from Wellhead [ ] Toward Wellhead [ ]
Bollards Present? Yes [ ] No [ ] Describe: _____________________________
Well ID. Visible? Yes [ ] No [ ] Describe: _____________________________
Lock Present and Functional? Yes [ ] No [ ] Describe: _____________________________
Photograph Taken? Photo # Yes [ ] No [ ] Describe: _____________________________
Inner Appearance
Integrity of Well Casing Describe: ______________________________________________________________
Integrity of Cap Seal Describe: ______________________________________________________________
Surface Water in Casing? Yes [ ] No [ ] Describe: _____________________________
Well Casing Diameter ______ inches
Well Casing Material PVC [ ] Steel [ ] Stainless Steel [ ]
Inner Cap Threaded [ ] Slip [ ] Expansion Plug [ ] None [ ]
Reference/Measuring Point Groove [ ] Indelible Mark [ ] None [ ]
Evidence of Double Casing? Yes [ ] No [ ] Describe: _____________________________
Downhole
Odor Yes [ ] No [ ] Describe: _____________________________
PID Reading ______ ppm
Depth to Water (to top of casing)
______ feet (nearest 0.01)
Depth to LNAPL _____ feet (nearest 0.01) N/A [ ]
Total Well Depth (to top of casing) ______ feet (nearest 0.1)
Sediment (Hard/Soft Bottom) Describe: ______________________________________________________________
Additional Comments:
GROUNDWATER MONITORING WELL INSPECTION
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APPENDIX G
Groundwater Sampling Log
DATE:
PROJECT NAME:
PROJECT NUMBER:
SAMPLERS:
Vol.
A: Total Casing and Screen Length: Well I.D. Gal./ft.
1" 0.04
B: Casing Internal Diameter: 2" 0.17
3" 0.38
C: Water Level Below Top of Casing: 4" 0.66
5" 1.04
D: Volume of Water in Casing: 6" 1.50
8" 2.60
PARAMETER
Time
Gallons
Depth to Water
Temperature (
o
C)
pH
Redox (mV)
Conductivity (mohm/cm
Turbidity (ntu)
Disolved Oxygen (mg/l)
TDS
Salinity
Notes:
ACCUMULATED VOLUME PURGED
WELL DEVELOPMENT/ PURGING LOG
WELL NUMBER:
v = 0.0408 (B)
2
x (A-C) = D
v = 0.0408 ( )
2
x ( - ) = gal.
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