GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 5839

IN EXERCISE of the powers conferred by section 137 of the Public Finance Management Act, 2012, as read sections 30 and 31 (d) of the County Governments Act, 2012, I, Stephen Kipyego Sang, Governor, Nandi County, appoint the persons named in the first column of the Schedule, to be members of Nandi County Budget and Economic Forum representing the groups respectively specified in the second column of the Schedule. SCHEDULE Name Group Representing Michael Mbaya Accountancy profession Paul Meto Elderly people in the community Rev. John Rotich Faith Based Groups Sarah Jebitok Koech Women Felix Magut Youth Cornelius Kipsang Sporting fraternity David Busienei Business community Domitila Birgen Co-operative societies David Misoi Teachers Lydia Kosgei Academia Bethwel Kipchirchir Persons living with disabilities Praxedes Tororey Legal profession Dated the 29th May, 2018. STEPHEN KIPYEGO SANG, MR/4794809 Governor, Nandi County GAzETrE NOTICE No. 5840 THE COUNTY GOVERNMENTS ACT (No. 17 of2012), THE LAIKIPIA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD REPORT FOR THE YEAR 2017 IN EXERCISE of the powers conferred to by section 59 of the County Governments Act, 2012 which sets out the functions and powers of a County Public Service Board, one of such functions being preparation of Regular Reports for submission to the County Assembly on the execution of the functions of the Board, the Board announces the completion and submission of the year 2017 Report to the County Assembly of Laikipia. Further, in compliance to section 59 (b) of the County Governments Act, publishes a statement on the completion and notification to all the stakeholders and interested parties to read the said 2017 Annual Report in the County Government of Laikipia website: www.laikipia.go.ke. Comments and reactions to be forwarded to the Secretary, Laikipia County Public Service Board, P.O. Box 52-20300, Nyahururu or through email address cpsb@laikipia.go.ke or hand delivered to the Board's Office at Town Hall, Nyahururu, Room No.14. or call the undersigned on cell phone: 0715052052 during working hours. By order of the Laikipia County Public Service Board. Dated the 31st December, 2017. G.M. MWANGI, Secretary/CEO, MR/4794873 Laikipia County Public Service Board. 1832 ---- THE KENYA GAZETTE 14th June, 2018 GAZETFE NOTICE NO. 5841 THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (No.8 of 1999) THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STUDY REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED MZIMA II WATER PIPELINE IN TAITA TAVETA COUNTY - INVITATION OF PUBLIC COMMENTS Pursuant to regulation 21 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, 2003, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Coast Water Services Board, is proposing to construct Mzima IT Water Pipeline in Taita Taveta County. The Project involves funding, design and construction of 220km of diameter 1,200mm pipeline and related appurtenances capable of transmitting 105,000m3/d of water from Mzima Springs to various coastal region towns in Taita Taveta, Kwale, Kilifi and Mombasa counties. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Habitat loss, • Restrict the operations relating to degradation and installation of the new pipeline to the fragmentation existing pipeline wayleave. Restore cleared areas as soon as the pipes are installed and ensure landscaping to minimize soil erosion. • Earthworks in ecologically sensitive areas including steep hillsides and river crossings need to be carried with great caution. • Leveling and replanting and should be made mandatory. - Interference with wild • Use of less noisy machinery and animal distribution equipment. and ranging patterns • Use of minimal number of vehicles and other equipment in the national parks. • Using an optimal workforce. • Worker's camps should be located outside the national park. Human wildlife . Reducing the human footprint associated conflicts with water pipeline will be limited through controlling the number of workers allowed project site during the implementation, operation and decommissioning phases. • At the beginning of the project, the workers will need to be briefed on the dangers they will be exposed to while working in wildlife habitats. They will be educated on how best to behave and protect themselves from dangerous animals. The workers should be accompanied by armed KWS rangers while working in the parks and other wildlife rich habitats. Interference with • It will be crucial that the work at these tourism activities sites be carried Out as fast as possible and with as minimal impacts on biodiversity and aesthetics as possible. Pipeline trenches and other excavated sites should be covered as soon. Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures • Where practical, most of the work should be timed to coincide with low tourism season/time of day. Increased poaching of . Security agencies including Kenya wild animals Wildlife Service (KWS) should increase anti-poaching effort. • Avoiding establishment of workers' camps inside the parks and other wildlife rich habitats, in the area and minimizing human traffic within the area of operation. Enlisting the support of local community in ant-poaching activities. • Sensitization of the workers and members of public on the importance of wildlife conservation, wildlife legislation particularly of the new the Wildlife Act 2013 (GOK, 2013), which has legislated very stiff penalties for wildlife poaching especially when endangered species are involved. • Vetting, screening and profiling of the construction workers to streamline management of people involved in construction. This will ensure that only people with no criminal records are allowed in the park. • The workers should be accompanied by security officers as part of the park regulation of ensuring their safety and wildlife. • Strict observance of Park Rules and Regulations. • Inspection of all construction vehicles entering and or leaving the protected areas of Tsavo National park. • Creating a single manned entry and exit for construction workers and vehicles where the pipeline exits Tsavo West. The same case should apply for Tsavo East. • Embedding )KWS personnel to the Resident Engineer's (RE) Office to ensure that the Contractor does not operate in any way that is prejudicial to conservation of flora and fauna in Tsavo East and West. Water pollution • Sanitation facilities shall be located within lOOm from any point of work, but not closer than 50 m to any water body. • All temporary/portable toilets shall be secured to the ground to prevent them toppling due to wind or any other cause. • Only approved portable toilets should be used. • These facilities shall be maintained in a hygienic state and serviced regularly. • The contractor shall ensure that no spillage occurs when the toilets are cleaned or emptied and that the contents are removed from site to an approved disposal site. • Discharge of waste from toilets into the environment and burying of waste is strictly prohibited. • Wash areas shall be placed and constructed in such a manner so as to ensure that the surrounding areas, which include groundwater, are not polluted. 14th June, 2018 THE KENYA GAZETTE 1833 Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Containers of chemicals and hazardous substances used on the sites should be confined in secure holding areas before disposal to approved sites by licensed waste handlers. Soil erosion and • Limit clearance of vegetation only on the contamination way leave as much as possible to.minimize exposure of soil to agents of erosion. • Put up barriers to protect soil from erosion along the pipeline route where there are steep edges. • Service machines, vehicles and heavy equipment to ensure there is no spillage of oil and greases during operations. • Labelling all hazardous substances and providing work instructions in their use. Noise and excessive • Prevent exposure of construction workers vibration to unacceptable noise levels. • Minimize construction through night time whenever possible. • PPE for workers operating machines that • are generating noise and vibrations that can be injurious to their health. • Limit construction to day time only unless with special permission. • Comply with EMCA (Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution Control) Regulations, 2009. Spread of zoonotic . Ensuring that construction workers diseases, Gastro observe hygiene. Intestinal parasites and other pathogens • Providing mobile toilets to workers. • The worker's camps should be located outside the national Parks so as to reduce workers contact with wild animals. The workers should be educated on the need to avoid feeding wild animals and to dispose of waste appropriately Spread of invasive The pipeline route should be monitored species and remedial action taken should this or other invasive species be noticed in along the pipeline either during the implementation or the operation stages of the project. Movement of soil for service road construction will be limited to avoid spreading invasive species. • Clean all machines and vehicles before and entering the protected areas. Spread of invasive • Clear/remove invasive plant species species, insects, immediately they are sighted. vermin and pests • Undertake prudent waste management to keep away scavenging birds. • Set vermin baits at the facility • Undertake regular invasive species monitoring/implement remedial measures. Noise • Provide PPE to construction workers and persons visiting the site. • Ensure the machineries do not exceed acceptable noise limits. • Inform local residents of construction activities likely to generate excess noise. • Truck drivers to switch off engines during offloading of materials Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures • Develop and implement a noise management plan. • Install acoustic enclosures and silencers in the main plant. • Install efficient and super silent power generators. • Ensure livestock yards are supplied with adequate food to minimize animal noise. • Comply with EMCA (Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution Control) Regulations, 2009. Disturbance of traffic • Traffic department should approve and difficulty of crossing plan prior to construction, and access should approve obstruction times during construction. • Access of residents should be facilitated by installing appropriate temporary bridges over the pipeline trenches. • Suitable warning signs should be placed at near locations and should be visible at night. • A guard should be available 24 hours to help people access across pipeline trenches. • Alternatives access ways should be communicated to the community. • Provide Marshalls to assist the elderly, school children, expectant mothers and Persons With Disability (PWD5) cross the trench. Risks of damaging • Collecting available maps for underground infrastructure routes. infrastructure • Excavating manual trial pits to locate the underground infrastructure facilities before using mechanical excavation. • Notify the relevant service provider in- case of accidental damage. • Prompt repairs to minimize the duration of interruption of services. Effects on structural • The geotechnical report should include integrity • suitable measures for confining vibrations within project sites. These measures should be tailored according to the proximity of buildings to the project sites and earthwork program. These recommendations identified in the geofechnical report (such as secant piling or sheet piling or establish cut-off walls) should be implemented by the contractor and supervised by Environment Health and Safety Advisor. No blasting should take place while excavating in built up areas. • Use manual excavations as much as is practicable. Chemical exposure • Material safety data sheets of all chemicals used during construction will be kept in a register by the contractor. • The contractor to have procedures in place regarding emergencies relating to chemicals and dangerous goods consistent with the existing legislation. • Records will be kept on the existing inventory, storage location, personnel Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures training and disposal of waste for all chemicals and dangerous goods used on Site. * All relevant construction workers will be trained in appropriate handling, storage and containment practices for chemicals and dangerous goods in relation to their position. • All spills will be cleaned immediately. Liquid effluents from • Provision shall be made for employee contractor's camps facilities including shelter, toilets and washing facilities. • Toilet facilities supplied by the contractor for the workers shall occur at a minimum ratio of 1 toilet per 30 workers (preferred 1:15). • The exact location of the toilets shall be approved by the Public Health Department prior to establishment. • Sanitation facilities shall be located within lOOm from any point of work, but not closer than 50 m to any water body. • All temporary/portable toilets shall be secured to the ground to prevent them toppling due to wind or any other cause. • The contractor shall ensure that the entrances to toilets are adequately screened from public view. • Only approved portable toilets should be used. • These facilities shall be maintained in a hygienic state and serviced regularly. Toilet paper shall be provided. • The contractor shall ensure that no spillage occurs when the toilets are cleaned or emptied and that the contents are removed from site to an approved disposal site. • Discharge of waste from toilets into the environment and burying of waste is strictly prohibited. • Wash areas shall be placed and constructed in such a manner so as to ensure that the surrounding areas, which include groundwater, are not polluted. Solid wastes Integrated wastes management. • The contractor should segregate hazardous waste, which will be safely transported to a hazardous waste facility, from non- hazardous waste which will be transported to approved disposal sites by NEMA. • Garbage collected from construction sites should be disposed at appropriate sites approved by NEMA. • Inert construction wastes should be appropriately collected and disposed in approved disposal site. • Sell metal to authorized scrap metal dealers. • Strict adherence to Waste Management Regulations, 2006. Population • Prepare a Resettlement Action Pan (RAP) displacement with: i. A comprehensive census of Project Affected Persons (PAPs). Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Asset Inventory of the PAPs. Cutoff dates that are reasonable. Compensation rates, procedure and Schedule. V. Grievance Redress Mechanisms. Risk of fire outbreak • Construction camps to be located outside the protected areas. • Label all inflammable materials and sore them appropriately. • Provision of adequate firefighting equipment capable of fighting all classes of fire. • Put " No Smoking Signs" in areas where inflammables are stored. • Train workers on the use of ire fighting equipment. - • Label fire exits and keep them clear. • Display a list of emergency contact numbers prominently. Spread of HIV and • Sensitize the migrant workers and host AIDS community on risky sexual behavior. • Have VCT services on site and encourage workers to undergo the same. • Provision of protective devices such as condoms. • Ensure project is completed within the set timeframe to minimize the contact. Social and cultural • Sensitize migrant workers on key cultural conflicts sensitivities of the host community. • Ensure fairness in recruitment of workforce by ensuring that local people get priority of the jobs that they can perform. • Create open communication for people to channel their grievances to avoid rumors and fake news with respect to the proposed project. • Engage with local leaders at all 1imes. • Create a project committee with representation of all actors. Reduced water • Proponent should consider constructing volume for wild extra water line and watering animals points/troughs to discourage overconcentration of animals in Mzima springs during the dry seasons. • Abstract only the licensed volume from the springs. • Encourage development of other water sources downstream such as dams to harvest rain water. Occupational health • Traffic department should approve and safety hazards crossing plan prior to construction, and should approve obstruction times during construction. • Access of residents should be facilitated by installing appropriate temporary bridges over the pipeline trenches. • Suitable warning signs should be placed at near locations and should be visible at night. 14th June, 2018 THE KENYA GAZETTE - 1835 Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures A guard should be available 24 hours to help people access across pipeline trenches. • Alternatives access ways should be communicated to the community. • Provide Marshalls to assist the elderly, school children, expectant mothers and Persons With Disability (PWDs) cross the trenches. Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act (Part XI) Regulations, 2007. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839-00200, Nairobi. Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, NHIF Building, Community, P.O. Box 30126-00100, Nairobi. County Director of Environment, Taita Taveta County. The National Environment Management Authority invites members of the public to submit oral or written Comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director-General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decision making process of the plan. GEOFFREY WAHUNGU, Director-General, MR/4808660 National Environment Management Authorily. GAZETrE NOTICE NO. 5842 THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (No.8 of 1999) THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STUDY REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION TO BITUMEN STANDARDS OF THIKA BYPASS IN KIAMBU AND MURANG'A COUNTIES INVITATION OF PUBLIC COMMENTS Pursuant to regulation 21 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, 2003, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Kenya Urban Roads Authority, is proposing to undertake the construction to bitumen standards of Thika Bypass [Northern and Southern Bypasses]. This proposed project entails the construction 25 Km long dual carriageway and single carriage situated in Gatanga Constituency, Murang'a County and in Thika Town Constituency, Kiambu County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Interruption of • Establish the various service providers existing installation whose installations are to be interrupted. • Identify key interests of each of the stakeholders. • The proponent should formally liaise with - the Itakeholders and communicate the project details to them with a view of developing a work plan. The work plan to be developed should have clear Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures responsibilities for each of the affected parties. • The work plan should then be implemented to ensure smooth execution of the construction, and • On completion of works, each property owner should be contacted again to give views and if complains arise the contractor asked to address the same. Clearing of vegetation • Ensure proper demarcation of the Project area to be affected by the construction works. This will be aimed at ensuring that any loss of vegetation is restricted to the actual Project sites and avoid spillover effect on the neighboring areas. • Clearing of work sites and roadside vegetation will be done to an acceptable minimum. Generation and • Carefully budget to ensure that the amount disposal of solid of construction materials left on site after waste construction is kept minimal. • Consider the use of recycled or refurbished construction materials. • Purchase and use once-used or recovered construction materials. This will lead to financial savings and reduction of the amount of construction debris disposed of as waste. • Use of durable, long-lasting materials that will not need to be replaced as often, thereby reducing the amount of construction waste generated over time. • Provision of facilities for proper handling and storage of construction materials to reduce the amount of waste caused by damage or exposure to the elements. • Use of construction materials that have minimal packaging to avoid the generation of excessive packaging waste. • Use of construction materials containing recycled content when possible and in accordance with accepted standards. • Adequate collection and storage of waste on Site and safe transportation to the disposal sites and disposal methods at designated area shall be provided, and • Ensure that the construction wastes generated are disposed to the approved dump site. • Strict adherence to Waste Management Regulations, 2006. Increased water • Ensure that water is used efficiently at the demand site by sensitizing construction workers to avoid irresponsible water use. • An assessment and evaluation of the identified water sources should be done against the estimated water demand during construction. These details should be provided to the Water Resource Authority before a license for abstraction is issued. Increased storm water • Put in place some measures aimed at runoff from new minimizing soil erosion and associated impervious areas sediment release from the proposed Project sites during construction. These measures will include levelling the proposed Project Impacts I Proposed Mitigation Measures sites to reduce run-off velocity and increase infiltration of rain water into the soil. • A Storm water management plan that minimizes impervious area infiltration by use of recharge areas and use of detention and/or retention with graduated outlet control structures will be designed. Delays in • To avoid delays to road users, the transportation Contractor will be required to plan itineraries for site traffic on a daily basis. • Erect temporary road signs that are visible both during the day and at night indicating road works and restrictions. • Set aside footpaths. • Areas where construction is taking place should have clearly marked speed reduction signage. Fuel and oil spills • Control dangers of oil and fuel spills by maintaining machinery in specific areas designated for this purpose. • Prompt cleaning of oil and fuel spills, and proper disposal of clothing and rags contaminated with oil. • Construct sealed areas for the storage of pollutants so as to avoid any accidental discharge that would pollute water resources, and • Oil and fuel shall be stored in storage tanks within a secure compound and shall be stored in accordance with manufacturers instructions. Impact on waste • No grey water runoff or uncontrolled water discharges from the site/working areas (including wash-down areas) to watercourses and/or Water bodies shall be permitted. • Water containing such pollutants as cements, concrete, chemicals and fuels shall be discharged as the Waste Regulations, 2006. This particularly applies to water emanating from concrete swills. • The Contractor shall also prevent runoff loaded with sediment and other suspended materials from the site/working areas from discharging to adjacent watercourses and/or Water bodies. • Potential pollutants of any kind and in any form shall be kept, stored and used in such a manner that any escape can be contained and the water table not endangered. • Wash areas shall be placed and constructed in such a manner so as to ensure that the surrounding areas (including groundwater) are not polluted. • Strict adherence to Water Quality Regulations, 2006. Local resources • The contractor will consult the community on partitioning of access to local resource for construction purposes. • The contractor shall adhere to water quality regulations described in Legal Notice No. 120 of the Kenya Gazette Supplement No. 68 of September, 2006. • Abstractions from natural, County Government and / or private water resources (e.g. rivers, boreholes and Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures springs) for potable water and construction water shall be approved by the Water Resources Authority. The contractor shall arrange for the necessary approvals / permits from the water authorities under the direction of KURA for the abstraction of water. Public health and • A comprehensive health awareness HIV/AIDS campaign, carried out in conjunction with the proponent, contractor and other stakeholders will be done to prevent outbreak of disease. • Treating affected local and migrant populations will also be used in controlling the movement of disease vectors. • The contractor shall be responsible for the protection of the public and public property from any dangers associated with construction activities, and for the safe and easy passage of pedestrians and traffic in areas affected by the construction activities. • All works which may pose hazard to humans and domestic animals are to be protected, fenced, demarcated or cordoned off as instructed by the RE. Appropriate, syisbolic warning signs must be erected. • The I-lI V/AIDS awareness campaigns should be conducted at the camps as well as in the town center. The Contractor will provide condoms at appropriate places in the work camps. The campaigns will be continuously done by the relevant Government organization even during operation phase of the roads. • The implementing agency for HIV/AIDS campaign shall monitor activities regularly to assess effectiveness and impact. • Implementation of initiatives which target knowledge, attitude, behavior, prevention, treatment and care in collaboration with NASCOP, NACC at regional and local levels, NGOs and CBOs. • Interventions should give attention to high risk groups, factors perpetuating risk behaviors, female headed households, child headed household, orphans, people living with AIDS, youth, school girls and boys. Encroachment on Proponent shall clearly demarcate the road road reserve reserve using, for example, concrete bollards or beacons at 50m intervals along the project road. • Proponent shall create awareness among local population on the need to respect the road reserve during the road safety and accident prevention campaigns and also through creating awareness on environmental and road safety campaigns through preparation and airing of documentaries. • Adequate notice shall be given to the Project Affected Persons in accordance to the Kenya Roads Act of 2007 and the Traffic Act, Cap 403, and • The proponent to prepare a Resettlement Action Plan for the Project Affected Persons and implement. 14th June, 2018 THE KENYA GAZETTE 1837 • Prepare land acquisition maps. • Prepare request for land acquisition for National Land Commission action. • National Land Commission action to notify the affected persons through the Kenya Gazette Notice, and • National Land Commission action to determine and effect land acquisition. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 6783940200, Nairobi. Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, NHIF Building, Community, P.O. Box 30126-00100, Nairobi. County Director of Environment, Murang'a County. (t) County Director of Environment, Kiambu County. The National Environment Management Authority invites members of the public to submit oral or written comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director-General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decision making process of the plan. GEOFFREY WAHUNGU, Director-General, MR/4794755 National Environment Management Authority. GAZETrE NOTICE No.5843 THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (No.8 of 1999) THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMErT AUTHORITY ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STUDY REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED YAMO DAM IN MARALAL TOWN OF SAMBURU COUNTY INVITATION OF PUBLIC COMMENTS Pursuant to regulation 21 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, 2003, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Northern Water Services Board, is proposing to develop Yamo Dam in Kirisia Ward, Samburu County. The dam is to be located in the gazetted Lpartuk Forest at an altitude of about 2,100 masl with an estimated catchment area of 30 km2. Water is expected to flow by gravity to Maralal Township which is at an average elevation of 1,940. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Air quality Maintain construction equipment at high operational conditions such as to control emissions into the air. • Earth moving be done under dump conditions as much as possible to prevent emission of dust into the air. • It will be necessary to notify the immediate neighborhoods on the potential odors during the excavations. • The period should, however, be kept as short as possible (odors generation may not be fully eliminated during the period. Proposed Mitigation Measures • Strict adherence to Air Quality Regulations, 2014. Noise and excessive • Conduct periodic noise measuring and vibration monitoring to determine levels and extent of harmful noise. • Provide PPE (hearing protection) to persons operating within or visit identified high noise areas. • In order to meet noise level requirements, the equipment's should be equipped with standard noise attenuation features. Machines that exceed acceptable noise limits should be equipped with silencers or lagging materials or specially designed acoustic enclosures. Inform local residents when construction activities are likely to generate excessive noise in order to minimize disruption to local residents. Comply with EMCA (Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution Control) Regulations, 2009. Water quality Isolate solid wastes disrupted from the works during excavations for safe disposal. The wastes should be collected and disposed in approved sites. • Earth moving and excavations for the construction are carried out considering safety of the river and surface drainage. Control siltation of rivers and other surface drains. • Ensure spilt oil does not discharge into water sources. • Provide oil spill containment including concrete platform for servicing of construction equipment and holding of scrap oil drums. Interference with • Excavated channels to follow natural drainage and water course to avoid interference with hydrology within surface drains. Project site • Whenever necessary, drains along the construction line are directed towards existing drainage systems to cater for storm water during the rains. However. construction should be carried Out during a dry season and should take the shortest period possible. • Utilize excavated soil to level excavated ground where necessary and cover the water pipelines that will have been laid in the ground. • There should be due adherence to the safest maximum abstract able water quantities throughout the project life. • Adhere to WRMA water use permits. Interruption of • Formal request for permission to cross, existing break in and lay the pipelines should be infrastructure sought from affected propersy owners; and A work plan with clear responsibilities for each party should be developed to ensure smooth execution of the construction. Solid waste • A site waste management plan should be generation prepared by the Contractor prior to commencement of construction works. This should include designation of appropriate waste storage areas, collection and removal schedule and identification of approved disposal site. Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Impacts Land take/acquisition • Identify the project corridor and map. Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures • Ensure that the solid waste collection, segregation, and disposal system is functioning properly at all times during the construction phase. • Recycle and re-use wastes where possible such as scraps metal. Spread of Develop appropriate training and communicable awareness materials for Information, diseases and Education. HIV/AIDS infection • Develop an intervention strategy compatible with the construction programme to address success of the HIV/AIDS prevention and provide peer educators for sustainability in collaboration with other stakeholders. • Integrate monitoring of HI V/AIDS preventive activities as part of the construction supervision. Basic knowledge, attitude and practices are among the parameters to be monitored, and particularly on provision of condoms, status testing and use of ARVs. Occupational health • Establish a Health and Safety Plan and safety (HASP) for civil works areas ensuring the working hours are controlled and that employees are not allowed to extend the working hours beyond an acceptable limit for purposes of gaining extra pay. • Provision of adequate sanitary facilities to workers. • Install safety signage along the work areas. • Provide workers with gloves, ear gears, sturdy rubber boots and overalls to protect their skin from the effects of cement. • Provide workers training on safety procedures and emergency response such as fire, first aid and water pipe burst incidences. Ensure adherence to OSHA. 2007 The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839-00200, Nairobi. Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, NHIF Building, Community, P.O. Box 30126-00100, Nairobi. County Director of Environment, Samburu County. The National Environment Management Authority invites members of the public to submit oral or written comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director-General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decision making process of the plan. GEOFFREY WAHUNGU, Director-General, MR/4794867 National Environment Management Aut/writy. GAZETrE NOTICE NO. 5844 THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND CO-ORDINATION ACT (No.8 of 1999) THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STUDY REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED SAVANNA MALAIKA CHILDCARE VILLAGES ONL.R. NO SAGALLA/NDARA "B"/15,TAITA TAVETA COUNTY INVITATION OF PUBLIC COMMENTS Pursuant to regulation 21 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, 2003, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Malaika Childcare Villages, is proposing to construct Malaika Chiidcare Villages in Kalambe Village within Voi under the jurisdiction of the County Government of Taita Taveta. It is located approximately 12 kilometres from Voi Town centre and on the western side of Nairobi-Mombasa Highway along the Old Taveta Road. Malaika Childcare Villages will consist of the following; a reserved commercial zone, masonry wall (2M), entrance drive, access gate and a guard house, administrative and community buildings, a church, a fence to separate public and private places, community athletics field, typical children village, a typical school cluster, green houses, agricultural farm, school open space, overhead utility lane, water capture area, solar farm, power house and perimeter elephant fence. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Changes in • Proper installation of drainage structures. Hydrology • Install cascades to break the impact of water flowing in the drains. • Ensure efficiency of drainage structures trough proper design and maintenance. • Provide gratings to the drainage channels. Soil integrity Control earthworks and compact loose soils. • Install drainage structures properly. • Landscaping. • Ensure management of excavation activities. • Control activities especially during rainy conditions. • Provide soil erosion control and conservation structures where necessary. • Efficiency of erosion control measures. Air pollution . Control speed and operation of construction vehicles. • Prohibit idling of vehicles. • Water should be sprayed during the construction phase of excavated areas. • Regular maintenance of construction plant and equipment. • Engage sensitive construction workers. * Strict adherence to Air Quality Regulations, 2014. Noise pollution ' Sensitize drivers of construction machinery. Construction and production activities to be restricted to daytime. • Workers in the vicinity of or involved in high-level noise to wear safety and protective gear. • Comply with EMCA (Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution Control) Regulations, 2009. 14th June, 2018 THE KENYA GAZETTE 1839 Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures Oil pollution • Proper storage, handling and disposal of new oil and used oil wastes • Maintain equipment to avoid leaks. • Maintenance of construction vehicles should be carried out in the contractors yard (off the site). Water resources • Management of water usage. • Avoid unnecessary wastage. • Recycling of water at the construction phase where possible and also in occupation. • Make use of roof catchments to provide water i.e. for general purpose. Contractors lay down Special attention should be paid to the area sanitary facilities on site. • Garbage should be disposed off periodically and at approved dumpsites. Road safety Enforce speed limits for construction vehicles especially along roads leading to the site. • Provide bill boards at the site/entrance to notify motorists about the development. Road safety • Enforce speed limits for construction vehicles especially along roads leading to the site. • Provide bill boards at the site/entrance to notify motorists about the development. Vegetation . Replant areas where vegetation is unnecessarily removed. • Landscaping and planting all disturbed areas. • Planting and grassing should be done just before the rains or irrigated on dry spells. Fire safety and • Install firefighting equipment as provided preparedness elsewhere in the report. • Conduct training on firefighting, evacuation and emergency response. • Sensitize the workers on fire risks i.e. conduct regular fire drills. • Provide emergency numbers at strategic points. Security • Provide security guards and facilities during the entire project cycle. Public health and • Train workers on occupational health and occupational safety safety. Provide full protective gear and workmen's compensation cover in addition to the right tools and operational instructions & manuals. • Adopt sound waste management system to ensure proper solid waste disposal and collection facilities. Ensure effective wastewater management. • Sensitize residents on environmental management. Impacts Proposed Mitigation Measures • Design of sewerage system should be as provided in the plans. • Engage the services of qualified personnel and/or ensure training. • Ensure wholesome water is available for drinking. • Make health and safety awareness a priority. • Post clear warning signs e.g. 'No unauthorized use of machines', ensure there are guards on moving parts etc. • Provide fully equipped First Aid kits and train staff on its use. Ensure adherence to OSHA ,2007. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road. P.O. Box 67839-00200, Nairobi. Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry NHIF Building, Community, P.O. Box 30126-00100, Nairobi. County Director of Environment, Taita Taveta County. The National Environment Management Authority mv' members of the public to submit oral or written conmients wi. thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to tt- Director-General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decisi making process of the plan. GEOFFREY WAHUNGU, Director-Gent MR/4794766 National Environment Management Author, GAZETrE NOTICE NO. 5845 THE RECORDS DISPOSAL (COURT) RULES (Cap. 14 Sub leg) IN THE CHIEF MAGISTRATE'S COURT AT EMBU INTENDED DESTRUCrION OF COURT RECORDS IN ACCORDANCE with the Records Disposal (Court notice is given that three (3) months after the date of public this notice, the Chief Magistrate's Court at Embu, intends to the Chief Justice for leave to destroy the Records, Books and I the Chief Magistrate's Court at Embu as set Out below: Case Type Years Traffic Cases 1986-2014 Criminal Cases 1973-20 12 Misc Cases 2002-20 14 Inquest 2001-2014 A comprehensive list of all condemned records that qualify to be disposed under the Act can be obtained and perused at the Chief Magistrate's Court Registry, Embu. Any person desiring the return of any exhibit in any cases must make his/her claim within the time stipul publication should do so before the expiry of the notice. All exhibits to which no claim is substantiate destruction of the records shall under section 4 be deeme of the records for the purposes of destructions. Dated the 5th June, 2018 M. N. G1( MR/4808683 Chief Magistrate, Em/