ROE to PG&E for Vegetation Maintenance PN-011502

The California Department of Parks and Recreation has authorized Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) to enter Harry A. Merlo State Recreation Area under a Right of Entry agreement to perform routine vegetation maintenance along the Essex Jct–Orick 60 kV transmission line. The work involves the removal of exactly ten trees at ten designated locations within the park boundaries, solely to ensure the safety and reliability of the transmission infrastructure. All activities must strictly comply with state and federal environmental laws, including the California Environmental Quality Act, the National Environmental Policy Act, the Endangered Species Act, and Section 5024 of the Public Resources Code, and are further governed by the terms of the Right of Entry and conditions set by permitting agencies. The project is subject to a categorical exemption under CEQA, specifically Section 15305, indicating a determination that the action will not result in significant environmental impacts. Performance is limited to the specified tree removals and is expected to occur as needed along the transmission corridor within the park. There is no set time frame for completion, and the authorization supports ongoing maintenance rather than a single, finite task. No pricing, contract value, or payment terms are included, as this is an access authorization rather than a procurement contract with financial obligations. The California Department of Parks and Recreation, through its North Coast Redwoods District, serves as the overseeing authority, with Rosalind Litzky listed as the primary point of contact for coordination and compliance. There are no specified delivery locations, packaging requirements, inspection criteria beyond regulatory compliance, or affirmative certifications from PG&E required, and no additional attachments or special contract clauses beyond environmental adherence are referenced. The authorization is designed to facilitate essential utility maintenance while preserving the protected natural area.