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Mitigation Measure 4.5-2: Stationary. Source Noise Generated by Development. The loudness of school bells and outdoor speakers should be minimized to reduce impacts on surrounding residents. SIGNIFICANT EFFECT Impact 4.5-3: Noise Effects of Gravel Processing Operations. Noise-sensitive land uses would be exposed to noise levels from the existing gravel processing operations that would exceed the City' s standards. This impact would be considered potentially significant. Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which mitigate or avoid the significant effects on the environment. Facts in Support of Finding The City of Pleasanton has adopted the following measures which will reduce potential noise impacts to a less-than-significant level: Mitigation Measure 4.5-3: Noise Effects of Gravel Processing Operations All new homes within a direct line of sight of the RMC Lonestar gravel processing plant shall be constructed with a fresh-air ventilation and/or air conditioning system that allows residents to maintain closed windows for noise control. All windows facing the plant shall be dual-pane. New homes on noise-exposed lots (Lots 8, 9, 13, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 and 28) should be designed to locate sensitive outdoor recreation areas on the south sides of the homes, wherever possible. The recorded deed of sale for all lots shall include a clause which states that the property is in an area subject to excessive noise, dust, and vibration levels from gravel harvesting and processing and that the City of Pleasanton is not liable for possible damages due to such impacts. All lots within the Specific Plan Area shall include a noise/dust/vibration easement in the recorded deed of sale. In addition, a separate disclosure statement shall be provided to prospective purchasers and tenants by lot owners, developers, and future successors in interest. The disclosure statement shall provide full disclosure of the potential future mining operations within the Specific Plan Area. SIGNIFICANT EFFECT Impact 4.5-4: Noise Effects of Gravel Harvesting Operations. Noise-sensitive land uses would be exposed to noise from gravel harvesting operations in excess of the City' s exterior noise standard. This impact would be considered significant and unavoidable. Changes or alterations are within the responsibility and jurisdiction of another public agency and have been, or can and should be, adopted by that other agency. Vineyard Avenue Corridor Spedfic Plan Draft EIR -19- Findings