ROE to PG&E for Vegetation Maintenance PN-011502

The California Department of Parks and Recreation, North Coast Redwoods District, is issuing a Right of Entry (ROE) to Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) for routine vegetation maintenance along the Essex Jct-Orick 60 kV transmission line. The project, identified as PN-011502, is located within the boundaries of the Harry A. Merlo State Recreation Area in Humboldt County, California. The specific scope of work involves the removal of ten trees at ten designated locations to ensure the safety and reliability of the transmission line. This project is classified as a forecast and is categorically exempt under Class 5, Section 15305, as it involves minor land use alterations without changes in land use or density. All activities must strictly comply with state and federal environmental laws, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Endangered Species Act, and Section 5024 of the Public Resources Code. Rosalind Litzky, District Planner, serves as the primary point of contact for the agency. No specific contract value, performance dates, or formal procurement evaluation factors are provided, as the documentation focuses on the authorization of access and environmental compliance.