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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEP2002-00025 - SEP Determinations - 4/24/2022 STATE O� 4 O N a l RECEIVED cow — yO2 �yy lase do STATE OF WASHINGTON MAY 0 1 2002 DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY MCCD - PL�f�I�VING P.O. Box 47775 • Olympia, Washington 985 04-7775 • (360)407-630 April 24, 2002 Mr. Michael Mac Sems } Your address Mason County Planning Division f= IS in the Department of Community Development � Kennedy- P.O. Box 279 Goldsbor®ugh Shelton,WA 98584 r. watershed Dear Mr.Mac Sems: Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the mitigated determination of non-significance for the proposed timber removal, located off State Route 3,turn west onto Sheerwood Creek Road, as proposed by Rylan Broughton. We reviewed the environmental checklist and have the following comments: Water Quality: The owner of a construction site which disturbs five acres or more of total land area, and which has or will have a discharge of storm water to a surface water or to a storm sewer,must apply for coverage under Ecology's Baseline General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated Construction Activities. Owners of sites where less than five acres of total land area will be disturbed must also apply if the construction activity is part of a larger contiguous plan of development or sale in which more than five acres will eventually be disturbed. Discharge of storm water from such sites without a permit is a violation of federal and state law and you will be subject to enforcement action by the Department of Ecology or through third party lawsuits. A storm water permit application form,referred to as a Notice of Intent, can be obtained by calling Ecology's Stormwater Request Line(360)407-7156 or Linda Matlock at(360)407-6437. Applicants are encouraged to submit completed forms and publish public notice more than 38 days prior to the planned start of construction to avoid delays to the project. Erosion control measures must be in place prior to any clearing, grading, or construction. These control measures must be effective to prevent soil from being carried into surface water by stormwater runoff. Sand, silt, and soil will damage aquatic habitat and are considered pollutants. SEPA: Ecology appreciates the County and the applicant addressing the total proposal(timber harvest and future development)in a single environmental document. This helps everyone(the applicant,public and permitters) identify potential impacts, any necessary mitigation, and permit requirements. If you have any questions or would like to respond to these comments,please call Ms. Kerry Carroll at (360)407-6294,or I can be reached at(360)407-6787. Sincerely, Kari Rokstad SEPA Coordinator Southwest Regional Office KR:os/lmc(02-1997) cc: Kerry Carroll, SWRO/WQ Linda Matlock,HQ/WQ WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENTOF DOUGSUTHERLAND Natural Resources Commissioner of Public Lands v DATE: April 12, 2002 RECEIVED APR 15 212 TO: Michael Mac Sems Mason County AIICCD - 17LANNING Department of Community Development Planning Division P.O. Box 279 Shelton, WA 98584 FROM: Susan Casey Resource Protection Specialist South Puget Sound Region SUBJECT REVIEW OF: SEP2002-00025 ACTION SPONSOR: Rylan Broughton PROJECT: timber harvest associated with pasture construction and home site [] We do not have an interest in the above project and have no comments on the proposal. [X] We do have an interest in the above project and wish to make the following comments: A *forest practices permit will be required for the harvest of timber associated with this project. The legal description described in question 12 of the environmental checklist is not consistent with the enclosed map. Potential unstable slopes may exist within the described proposal. Forest Practice rules require a geotechnical report meeting the requirements of WAC 222-10-030 (1) when harvest or road construction will take place on potentially unstable slopes that meet WAC 222-16-050 (1) *(d) (i) . cc: Dave Dietzman - SEPA Center SOUTH PUGET SOUND REGION 1 950 FARMAN AVE N 1 ENUMCLAW, WA 98022-9282 FAX(360)825-1672 1 TTY:(360)825-6381 1 TEL:(360)825-1631 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer RECYCLED PAPER STATFO ililf=���1�1 l.UU1V 1 I �P C DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT O A U o N N z Planning Division " Y ti P O Box 279, Shelton, WA 98584 00 1864 (360)427-9670 MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (WAC 197-11-350) SEP2002-00025 Description of Proposal: Rylan Broughton: Class IV G FPA: DISCUSSION -- The site to be logged is approx. 15 acres and contains three tax parcels and two logging units. Lot 1 will eventually be a home site and the lot will be cleared of about 40% of timber. Lots 2 & 3 will become pasture and cleared of about 95% of timber. The site its self is mostly flat, although it sits on a topographic table with a steep drop off to the south (between 35 and 90%). Activity on or near these slopes will require a geo-technical assessment/report (see conditions). A new access road is to be created which cuts across, and up, slopes in the 30-39% range. There is also a ravine that begins on Lot 2 and carries a Type V seasonal stream. The applicant would like to do some selective cutting and place a driveway within the 75-foot buffer of this stream. This action will require a Mason Environmental Permit and a Habitat Management Plan. The Habitat Management Plan should also address the wetland and/or Lakeland Village stormwater feature at the north end of Lot 2 (above the Type V stream). Proponent: RYLAN BROUGHTON Site Address Assigned):If ind). ( 9 Directions to Site: From SR 3, turn west onto Sheerwood Cr Rd. Go appropx 1 mile, driveway on right (cable gate with pink ribbon). Proceed up hill past existing development. Parcel Number: 122307600010, L 0 A 30 Legal Description: TR 1 OF SURVEY 5/34 Lead Agency: Mason County The Lead Agency for this proposal has determined that it does not have a probable significant adverser impact on the environment. An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not required under RCW 43.21C.030(2)(c). This decision was made after review of a completed Environmental Checklist and other information on file with the Lead Agency. This information is available to the pubic upon request. MITIGATED MEASURES ARE ATTACHED. Please contact fa ha,-i 01(AL SCA lS at ext. with any questions. This DNS is issued under 197-11-340(2), the Lead Agency will not act on this proposal for 14 days from the date below. Comments must be sumitted by 412412002. Authorized Local Government Official Date DNR SEPA Review Ann_y Corps Fish& Wildlife R. y DNR S Puget Sound ✓Applicant ✓Squaxin Trib Dept of Ecology Contractor Skokom' Tribe (Y1fY VQjtg_ , Dept of Trwisportation MITIGATED DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE • (WAC 197-11-350) SEP2002-00025 CONDITIONS OF THIS DFTFRMINATION 1) A Stormwater Site Plan (SSP) shall be created and implemented prior to logging or development of any portion of this conversion. Contact Mason County Engineer(Alan Tahja) with any questions The Engineer will charge a fee of$36.50 per hour to review such plans. X 2) Portions of this harvest, including a new access road, will occur on or within 300 feet of slopes 15% or greater. Any work done within 300 feet of slopes in the range of 15 to 40% will require a Geo-Technical Assessment; work done within 300 feet of slopes greater than 40% require a Geo-Technical Report. Both types of slopes can be found on or near the site. Per Mason County Ordinance 17.01.100. X 3) This parcel is crossed by a Type V seasonal stream. Per Mason County Ordinance 17.01.110 (Table 3), there is a 75 foot buffer on all sides of this stream. Any cutting or road construction within this buffer will require a Mason Environmental Permit (MEP) and a Habitat Management Plan (HMP). The MEP is described in 17.010.120 I. - K., the HMP is described in 17.01.110.G.1.i (roads) and 17. 01.110.G.2.e (logging). X JC 1"IHIM•1'. IMA 31 J ;; tSIJUu J•Il V rt J NO/ IdlYOS30 7 0 -vs-ow �Y1 ` � I 6 0 •L t .v i s �,cs -oCN zs o• rr tf' I /o w , ,L WI,- ?NO Al Q I'm O ft ' � '�Y Li•f ti � ' o•s � � 'ter Lo's p , oo•occ • � � 2 Q o e � �a°u 04, IDA(J� fpp 4 o o � � 0 62 O� oo•ott - as•oos _ - _ -. oo'ooz _ •eo•oor• --ot•rs oo'sIi •Ow fa7 �I i�•rrs - ��•ott Zo'C!t p/r -Olt S1N .>' �Z 61 �' /01 FOREST PRACT CE BASE MAP TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH , RANGE 01 W F S T ( W . M . ) SECTION 30 APPLICATION # 406289 7 z / J / ® / 4 5 28 5129 / 40613 / r O / D 0 - ,rW 03968 403969 , SCALE 0 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 FEET 1 Mile (5280 a) MAP DATE: March 08, 2002 CONTOUR INTERVAL : 40 Feet LEGEND : See Instructions NAD 27 DISCLAIMER : See Legend Water/Wetlands including their location and class may be incorrectly displayed or not shown on the Base Map. Applicants are responsible for verification and correction of all streams, wetlands, and possible water courses. .S�� 20�Z _ o6oZ,.s_ MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 1 A. BACKGROUND 1. Name of proposed project, if applicable: 1 r�bey �i wa 2. Name of applicant: K V, Ian 6ro rk k$orx 3. Address End hone number r of applicant and contact person: 117�'O /V E /"io l�G w s-a �- C3 (9 0) -?,!';0 - 4. Date checklist t pr4 p // � �� 5. Agency reqe g checkli st: . 6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable): 7. Do you have any plans for future expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes explain. low 8. List any environmental information you know about that has been sov 0A prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal. Geo1%,"'r-4d rl �P 9. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental t approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain. M 10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known. MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 2 11 . Give a brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.) �� "i'D 4 y4"4- r S d9o, Gee 00 12. What is the location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area, provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the. agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist. Ifvr�- id'y\� N El/� A % �30 kCA, . 1 �, B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS: 1. EARTH: a. General description of the site (circle one): Fla rolling, hilly, steep rash dl�d O\A slopes, mountainous, other }ap W AI St�� b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)? J fop °'FS LA i C. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland. rvLo54-it l� 0-11 t 0l J&6 -F s MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 3 d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so, describe. e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or Sow grading proposed. Indicate source of fill. V9r_ d 000 60* A ff - 8 f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe. e- p 4 io g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project constructions (for example, asphalt or buildings)? h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any: Z tV rLv wil L 2. AIR: a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e. dust, automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities, if known. MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 4 b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so, generally describe. C. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any: 'n 3. WATER: a. Surface: 1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it flows into. ye5 A q 6-S r S k9"kA('._ d0d r 2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans. 11A M.,0,Vztp eV_e,* V9 3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be place in or removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material. 4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known. MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 5 5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan. 0 " 6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge. b. Ground: 1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give general description, purpose, and approximate quantities, if known. �4 � CSC*aCkov> 2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example, Domestic sewage: industrial, containing the following chemicals . . .; agricultural, etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve.A U IV C. Water Runoff (including storm water): 1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe. 2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe. MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 6 d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any: 4;�6 ct tom' lip s . 4. PLANTS: a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site: — deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other — evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other _ shrubs _ grass — pasture crop or grain _ wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other — water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other other types of vegetation b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered? C. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. r'tJ� d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any: 6� m P MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 7 5. ANIMALS a. Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site: birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other . . . . . . . . . . . mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other . . . . . . . . . . . . . fish. bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other . . . . . . b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site. ANY" C. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain. OV�L d. Proposed measures to preserved or enhance wildlife, if any: 6. ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES: a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc. b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If so, generally describe. C. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any: MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 8 7. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe. i , 1) Describe special emergency services that might be required. 0 , j'ok 2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any: �b b. Noise. 1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example: traffic, equi men operation, other)? . 2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site KVWL� A AXI 3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any: 8. LAND AND SHORELINE USE: a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties? 6QUVJ e O'er I MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 9 b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe. c. Describe any structures on the site. d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what? e. What is the current zoning classification of the site? /A ke, f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site? Rk4vC_ g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site? h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" - Ne S area? If so, specify. i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project? opt SCR j. Approximately how many people would the completed project displace? k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any: MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 10 I. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land uses and plans, if any: P rip Sang- a�nea�,s t� '`baz `r � 9. HO�JASIN�: 6-f- a � � � L dA per f i �!q . Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. — rYi,ddt� N b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high, middle, or low-income housing. tq C. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any: 10. AESTHETICS: a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed? b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed? C. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any: 1* 1 "" MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 11 11. LIGHT AND GLARE a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly occur? ,VW L Vlk_� b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views? C. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal: V WV"" d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any: 12. RECREATION: a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity? b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe. C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any: MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 12 13. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION: a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe. b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. C. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: 14. TRANSPORTATION: A. Identify public streets and highways serving the site and describe proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. C tZ b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any. C. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the project eliminate? NVJL d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or private). V -v MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 13 e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transportation? If so, generally describe. f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would occur. t�; g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any: 15. PUBLIC SERVICES: a. Would the project result in an increased need for public service (for example: fire protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe: -- p l�es � e Sr)z b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any: 16. UTILITIES: MASON CO. ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST Page 14 a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other: b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the //�� immediate vicinity which might be needed &P— �te�IxyxR_ c. Signature: f The above answe s are true a d complete to th1bt of my knowledge. I understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision. Signature: Date Submitted: — O ESA LISTED SALMONIDS CHECKLIST Applicant Information Project Information Name 1l 8rVL40k!VYk Name Phone Location Description Loypl�, d This worksheet was designed to help project proponents and government agencies identify when a project needs further analysis regarding adverse effects on ESA (Endangered Species Act) listed salmonids. Salmonids are salmon, trout and chars, e.g, bull trout. For our purposes, "ESA listed salmonids" is defined as fish species listed as endangered, threatened or being considered for listing. If ESA listed species are present or ever were present in the watershed where your project will be located,your project has the potential for affecting them, and you need to comply with the ESA. The questions in this section will help determine if the ESA listings will impact your project. The Fish Program Manager at the appropriate Department of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) regional office can provide information for the following two questions 1. Are ESA listed salmonids currently present in the watershed in which your project will be located? Yes No-4 Please describe. 2 . Has there ever been an ESA listed salmonid stock present in this watershed? Yes No-,)6- Uncertain Please describe. If you answered "yes" to either of the above questions, you should complete the remainder of this checklist. September 1999 1 PROJECT SPECIFICS: The Questions in this section are specific to the project and vicinity. 1. Name of watershed: s� (�-1�0J1�' 2 . Name of nearest waterbody: �kee 1 f""Irj Grul 3 • What is the diis�tanc from hi project to the nearest body of water? , Often a buffer between the project and a stream can reduce the chance of a negative impact to fish. 4 . What is the current land use between the project and the Potentially affected water body (parking lots, farmland, etc)? 5. Is the project above a: • natural permanent barrier (waterfall) Yes • natural temporary barrier (beaver No 0 pond) Yes No man-made barrier (culvert, dam) Yes No 0 other (explain) :Ic6. _ If yes, are there any �r ��iLt salmonid Populations above the blockage? Yes No Don t know 7• What percent of the project will be impervious surface (including pavement & roof area) ? September 1999 2 _- I FXGH MIGRATION: The following Questions will help determine if this project could interfere with migration of adult and Juvenile fish. Both increases and decreases in water flows can affect fish migration. 1. Does the project require the withd awal of: i . Surface water? Yes No Amount Name of surface water body ii . Ground water? Yes No Amount G From where Depth of wel l _ .� 2 . Will any water be rerouted? Yes No If yes, will this require a channel change? 3 . Will there be retention or detention ponds? Yes No If yes, will this be an infiltration pond or a surface discharge to either a municipal storm water system or a surface water body? If to a surface water discharge, please give the name of the waterbody. 4 . Will this project require the building of new roads? Yes, NO Increased road mileage may affect the timing of water reaching a stream and may impact fish habitat. 5. Are culverts proposed as part of this project? Yes No 6. Will topography changes affect the duration/direction of runoff flows? Yes No-�—Q If yes, describe the changes . 7 . Will the project involve any reduction of the floodway or floodplain by filling or other partial blockage of flows? Yes No If yes, how will the loss of flood storage be mitigated by Your project? September 1999 3 i WATER QUALITY: The following questions will help determine if this project could adversely impact water quality. Such impacts can cause problems for listed species. Water Quality can be made worse by runoff from temperature, dixcha in i�gpexvious surfaces, alteriaQ water ='O O coat amiaaats, etc. 1. Do you know of any problems with water streams within this watershed? quality in any of the Yes No IV If yes, describe. 2. Will your project either reduce or increase shade along or over a waterbody? Yes No Removal of-shading vegetation or the building of structures such floats often result in a change in shade. as docks or r 3 . Will the project increase nutrient loading or have the Potential to increase nutrient loading or contaminants (fertilizers, other waste discharges, or runoff) to the waterbody? Yes No J� 4. Will turbidity be increased because of construction of the project or during operation of the project? Yes No 7X- In-water or near water work will often increase turbidity. 5. Will your project require long term maintenance, i.e. bridge cleaning, highway salting, chemical sprays for vegetation management, clearing of parking lots? Yes No If yes, please describe. September 1999 4 VEGETATION: The following Questions are designed to dete if the project will affect rmine riparian vegetation, thereby, adversely impacting salmon. 1 • Will the project involve the removal of any vegetation from the stream banks? Yes, No If yes, please describe the existing conditions, and the amount and type of vegetation to be removed. 4V-,eS FrAACq4- Tt,'t t'�, (( t r-& rD 2 . If any vegetation is removed, do you plan to re-plant? Yes No If yes, what types of_ plants will you use? Sept=ber 1999 5