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Agenda Item: 6
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
Q) AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL: ll
DATE: February 9, 2016
SUBJECT: AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE SAND CANYON TRAIL DESIGN,
PHASES IV THROUGH VI, PROJECT T3019
DEPARTMENT: Parks Recreation and Community Services
PRESENTER: Richard E. Gould
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
Award the design contract to Alta Plarning + Design for the Sand Canyon Trail Design,
Phases IV through VI, Project T3019, in the arnown of $231,782 and authorize a contingency
in the amount of $23,178 for a total contract amount not to exceed $254,960.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
BACKGROUND
The multi -use trail along the west side of Sand Canyon Road is being designed and constructed
in six phases. Phase one and two located between Road Runner Road and Sky Ranch Road were
completed in 2004 and 2008, respectively. Design of phase three is now complete and will
extend the trail from Lost Canyon Road to Road Rinner Road. Construction of this phase is
expected to commence in spring 2016.
Design of phases four, five, and six of the Sand Canyon Trail is being initiated by this City
Council Agenda item and is a goal identified in the Building and Creating Community therne of
the Santa Clarita 2020 Plan. This design effort addresses a continuous reach from Sky Ranch
Circle south to Placerita Canyon Road, thereby completing the design of the Sand Canyon Trail.
A Request for Proposals (RFP) was sent to 14 highly qualified finns familiar with trail design
and civil renovations. One firm, Alta Planning + Design, submitted a response to the RFP,
which was then evaluated by staff based on the criteria provided. Criteria included the firm's
understanding of the project, success in cornpleting similar design work, quality of staff and sub -
consultants assigned to the project, and the overall design approach.
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Company Location Design Cost
Alta Planning + Design Los Angeles $23L782
Through the City's evaluation process, staff has found Alta Planning + Design as qualified to
complete the Sand Canyon Trail Design and is recommending award of contract.
This project is another example of the City of Santa Clarita's commitment to improve the quality
of life for its residents by listening to their needs for a safe, non -motorized trail system that
serves local comm-muiities and the City as a whole.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
1. Do not award a contract to Alta Planning + Design.
2. Other Action as detennined by the City Couicil.
FISCAL IMPACT
Park dedication funds in the annourt of $255,000 are allocated in the current year budget in
expenditure account 13019305-5161.001.
ATTACHMENTS
Sand Canyon Trail Design Phases IV to VI Map
Sand Canyon Trail Design Phases IV and VI Proposal (Available in the City Clerk's Reading
File)
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PROPOSAL FOR CITY OF SANTA CLARITA PROJECT T3019
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR PREPARATION OF
DESIGN, PLANS, AND ENGINEER'S ESTIMATES FOR
THE DESIGN OF SAND CANYON TRAIL
PHASES IV THROUGH VI
December 21, 2015
617 W 7th Street, Suite 505
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 489-7443
www.altaplanning.com
December 21, 2015
Mr. Jeff Morrison, Project Development Coordinator
City of Santa Clarita Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services
23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 120
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Re: Request for Proposal for Professional Services for Preparation of Design, Plans, and Engineer's Estimates
for the Design of Sand Canyon Trail Phases IV Through VI, City Project T3019
Dear Mr. Morrison and Members of the Selection Committee:
Alta Planning + Design (Alta) is pleased to submit this proposal for the Sand Canyon Trail Phases IV thru VI
project. This trail, once completed, will be a significant addition to the approximately 70 miles of trails and 20
miles of paseos designed for commuting and recreational use already within the City of Santa Clarita. We have
assembled a team with the expertise to provide the City with a comprehensive plan for constructing the next
phases of the Sand Canyon Trail.
Alta will lead the team in project management, trail design, and landscape architecture. Alta is proud to team
with our frequent partner, Tetra Tech, who has an outstanding reputation for their understanding of Low Impact
Design principles and innovative solutions to storm water quality in sensitive environments. They will be providing
environmental analysis, civil engineering, supplemental surveying, hydraulic analysis, bridge design, and cost esti-
mating assistance on the project. Our team is uniquely qualified for the following reasons:
• Multi -use Trail Design Experts. Alta's depth of experience in planning and designing multi -use trails is
unmatched. We have planned, designed, and implemented over 10,000 miles of pathways, bikeways, and trails
in urban settings. As Principal -in -Charge, I will apply my 15 years of planning and design experience focused on
trail systems and developing solutions for public access in open space settings. Alta understands the complexi-
ties of balancing creative solutions and innovations with durable, sustainable materials and projecting mainte-
nance costs. Santa Clarita will benefit from Alta's experience in designing and constructing trails, trailheads,
and other amenities on similar projects.
• Knowledge of the City of Santa Clarita. Senior Design Associate Emily Duchon and I have worked closely
with the City on several projects. I have worked with Traffic Engineer, Ian Pari, on the Bouquet Canyon Bike
Path Feasibility Study. Emily is currently working with Transportation Planner, Mark Hunter, on the City of Santa
Clarita Comprehensive Wayfinding Program. Both Emily and I are currently working with the County of Los
Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation on a Trails Master Plan for the Castaic Lake Area which will look
for ways to connect to the City of Santa Clarita's extensive system of trails adjacent to the Santa Clara River.
• Creative Approach. We will use our creative energy and technical experience to develop both landscaping and
bridge designs that are in harmony with the community and the design aesthetic of the City of Santa Clarita.
Alta's design team is made up of landscape architects familiar with developing beautiful low maintenance,
drought resistant landscapes in keeping with AB1881 regulations and in response to conditions caused by
California's ongoing drought.
Alta's staff has a passion for our work and respects the efforts of the City of Santa Clarita in adding to your already
extensive citywide trail system. Alta is committed to performing the work within the time period stated in the
Request for Qualifications. Please contact me at (213) 489-7443 x103 or gregmaher@altaplanning.com to discuss
this proposal in further detail.
Sincerely,
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Greg Maher, Principal, Landscape Architect
Alta Planning + Design transportation I recreation I innovation
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction.......................................................1
Proposal of Firm and Assigned Staff ..............
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Work Statement ................... ...—
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Schedule........................................................22
Subconsultants ..................... .........
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Project Total Cost ............................
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The proposed project is for the design of the Sand
Canyon Trail, Phases IV through VI between Lost
Canyon Road and Placerita Canyon Road, a distance
of approximately 1.6 miles. It is understood that the
Alta team will prepare a full design plans for these
phases of the Sand Canyon Trail within the City -owned
right-of-way. The project scope includes trail design,
environmental analysis, right-of-way mapping, civil
engineering, bridge design and construction cost
estimates.
Alta understands that the project will consist of
designing a multi -use trail along the western side of
the Sand Creek Road. The proposed trail segment will
require at -grade crossings at all streets and/or bridge
crossing(s) at key locations along the alignment. Other
basic trail improvement elements include trail signage;
fencing, gates, and barriers; and water quality manage-
ment and erosion control measures. Further design
improvement elements include pockets or nodes of
landscape planting and irrigation at street crossings
and entry points.
The work performed by the Alta team will be based
on current standards and guidelines as outlined in the
RFP and will, at minimum, include the following:
• California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(Caltrans)
• Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (Federal
Highway Administration)
• Standard Plans for Public Works Construction
(American Public Works Association)
• The "Greenbook" 2015 Edition, Standard
Specifications for Public Works Construction
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INTRODUCTION
(American Public Works Association)
• AB1881
• City of Santa Clarita, Landscape Maintenance
District Standards
• All pertinent City policies, codes and ordinances
Through our previous work throughout the City of
Santa Clarita, the Alta team has familiarity with the
Sand Canyon Trail corridor and some of the conditions,
challenges, alternatives and opportunities for imple-
menting the proposed trail segments. This knowledge
has allowed us to more accurately scope and budget
for planning and design, and to be prepared to "hit the
ground running" on the project if selected.
Our approach is based on the premise that the
majority of the trail will be implemented within the city
right-of-way along the west side of the Sand Creek
Road, Much of this right-of-way is relatively smooth,
flat, and straight though there are stretches between
Sky Ranch and Mill Meadow Roads where the right-
of-way appears to be tight and drops off along the
western edge of Sand Canyon Road. This and other
conditions will be verified in the right-of-way mapping.
Other sections further south near Placerita Canyon
Road appear to have a very wide right-of-way and fall
within a utility corridor. It is assumed that the trail in
this section will need to maintain access to utility main-
tenance vehicles, which will be confirmed in meetings
with those agencies during Task 1.
Detailed cross-sections, alignments and profiles will be
developed for the length of the trail. Where the surface
is irregular due to erosion or never having been graded
into a uniform condition, surveying that shows existing
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and proposed ground grading conditions may be
required. Where there are significant floodway facili-
ties, such as drainage channels the trail must cross,
street crossings, or other locations where there may
be more detailed grading, paving and drainage design
to resolve, detailed existing topography and features
will be required to provide the basis for the Conceptual
Design Report and the Construction Documents
package.
Our goal for the project is to provide a plan for trail
improvements, street crossing improvements, bicycle,
equestrian and pedestrian connections, and sustain-
able native landscape that is that is fully compliant with
the latest innovations in multi -use facility design and
MUCTD standards, while offering creative elements
that implement the design vision established by the
City of Santa Clarita. The result will be a trail system
that provides safe, convenient and enjoyable experi-
ence for all users.
The Alta team for this project is at the forefront of
advancing the practice of trail system design and
management. We are engaged in trail and pathway
improvement projects throughout California incorpo-
rating advanced methods for trail traffic management
and safety, sustainability; compliance with ADA; use
conflict management, and signage and wayfinding.
Alta researched, developed, and documented many
of the bicycle, equestrian, pedestrian, and trail stan-
dards and best practices in current use, including the
National Association of City Transportation Officials
(NACTO) Guide for bicycle and pedestrian facility
design, the Caltrans Technical Reference Guide for
Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities, and a recent national
research study and guide for trail use conflict manage-
ment prepared for California State Parks.
We will use our knowledge to design trails and ameni-
ties that are enjoyable and functional for all users, fits
into the neighborhood context, and can be managed
and maintained efficiently by the City of Santa Clarita.
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Alta Planning + Design
Alta Planning + Design is North America's leading firm
that specializes in the planning, design, and implemen-
tation of multi -modal greenway and trail corridors and
systems. Alta's mission is to create active communities.
Alta will lead the consultant team for the Sand Canyon
Trail project. Alta has experience with many trail proj-
ects similar to the Sand Canyon Trail, including the
Coachella Valley CV Link pathway, Tahquitz Creek Trail
in Palm Springs, Mojave Riverwalk in Victorville, Santa
Ana River Trail in Oxnard, and Park to Playa Trail in Los
Angeles.
TRAIL PLANNING AND DESIGN
Alta has completed, planned, designed, and imple-
mented more than 10,000 miles of bikeways, walk-
ways, and trails. Alta is experienced with addressing
all the technical and community issues and objectives
associated with urban pathways and regional trails,
seeing that applicable standards are met, the intended
users are well -served, and conflicts and impacts are
minimized. Alta provides complete planning services,
including design, alternatives analysis, environmental
documentation, property acquisition strategies,
maintenance and management plans, and funding
strategies.
Our experience includes a wide range of environments
including greenways, street corridors, and multi -use
hiking and seasonal -use trails in environmentally sensi-
tive areas, urban core areas, highway corridors, parks
and industrial areas. We strive to enrich the trail user
experience through a design identity that responds to
the particular needs of the project environment.
ASSIGNED
STAFF
SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTURE
We use a sustainable design approach to develop
concepts that integrate best management prac-
tices, green infrastructure, and durable materials. Our
planting, grading, and irrigation concept plans are
intertwined to create durable landscapes that conserve
water resources and require low maintenance. Alta
selects native and adapted plants specifically for each
project's local climate. We blend ecological function
with landscape aesthetics by incorporating green
infrastructure elements.
TRAIL AMENITIES
Alta's designers can create trail features that reflect
your community's unique culture and provide recre-
ation, education and inspiration. Installations and
signage can educate trail users about the history of
the trail, local ecology or environmental concerns.
Providing benches at rest areas and viewpoints encour-
ages people of all ages and capabilities to use the trail.
SIGNAGE AND WAYFINDING
A good walking and bicycling environment requires
not only pathways, bike lanes, and safe roadway cross-
ings, but also an easily navigable network. Alta creates
signage and wayfinding systems that reflect the
natural and built environments, provide meaningful
and attractive wayfinding tools, and minimize visual
clutter. We work with local agencies and project stake-
holders to develop comprehensive wayfinding signage
systems that meet the needs of the community.
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TEAM ORGANIZATION
Alta Planning + Design will manage the team for
the Sand Canyon Trail and lead trail design, alterna-
tives analysis, cost estimates, and report prepara-
tion. Alta Principal and Project Manger, Greg Maher,
will provide project guidance and quality control and
review. He will, coordinating project tasks and working
directly with the City of Santa Clarita Department
of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services. The
team includes additional highly qualified planners and
designers who are passionate about improving trail
networks and awareness. Our team also includes Tetra
Tech for civil and structural engineering, environ-
mental study, and survey services. More information
about Tetra Tech's qualifications and key personnel
can be found in the "Subconsultants" section of this
proposal.
RESUMES
EDUCATION
Certificate in Landscape
Architecture, University
of California, Los
Angeles Extension, 2007
Master of Architecture,
Southern California
Institute of Architecture
(SCI -ARC), 1985
Bachelor of Fine Arts,
Design, University of
California, Los Angeles,
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Greg is a Registered Landscape Architect with 10 years of experience in architecture,
landscape architecture and alternative transportation mode projects. Through his
background in design, project management, and construction management he has
developed strong organizational skills to keep projects moving smoothly through all
phases of implementation. Greg has managed and implemented projects of varying
scales and complexity ranging from medians to multi -jurisdictional trail networks,
and has been instrumental in keeping those projects on schedule and on budget. His
experience in conducting community outreach efforts on behalf of these projects
has demonstrated his ability to engage all community stakeholders in planning; a
critical element in the creation of successful projects.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
SANTA CLARITA RAILROAD AVENUE BICYCLE TRAIL
Greg is the Alta project manager and lead designer on the conceptual design of the
Railroad Avenue Bike Trail from Lyons Avenue to Oak Ridge Drive. Alta is assisting
with the preparation of the conceptual design for the proposed Class I bike trail
along the eastside of Railroad Avenue. The majority of the proposed bike trail is
within a MTA right-of-way.
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PARK TO PLAYA TRAIL, LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Greg is assisting the design team in preparing construction documents, environmental
documents, and obtaining permits to implement the project. The vision is to create
PROFESSIONAL
a seamless trail that connects urban residents in the Baldwin Hills area of central Los
REGISTRATIONS
Angeles to nearby parks, open spaces, and a corridor extending to the coast. It will
Registered Landscape
be realized through cooperation of multiple agencies and jurisdictions, including the
Architect: California
Mountains and Recreation Conservation Authority, California State Parks, Los Angeles
(#5670)
County Parks, Los Angeles City Parks, the City of Culver City and the Baldwin Hills
Regional Conservation Authority. The project will create a regional trail system
complete with native habitat restoration, access points, and connections to popular
PROFESSIONAL
existing parks, and signage, wayfinding, and maps.
HIGHLIGHTS
LA HABRA UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD BIKEWAY, LA HABRA
Alta Planning +Design,
Greg is the project manager for this effort to develop an alignment for the design
2012-
of a Class I bikeway along an active Union Pacific rail line. Connections will be to
Troller Mayer Associates,
the future extension of the Whittier Greenway and the proposed multi -jurisdictional
Designer/Project
Orange County Bike Loop. The scope,of work includes engineering and services in
Manager, 2005-2012
preparation of PS&E for the construction of the bikeway.
The Marion Rosenberg TEMPLETON-ATASCADERO TRAIL, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY
Office, Office Manager, Greg is project manager for the proposed Templeton-Atascadero Bikeway Connector,
1984-2005 an approximately 1.3 -mile trail gap closure project located between the cities of
Frederick Fisher and Templeton and Atascadero, parallel to Highway 101, Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR),
Partners, Associate, 1985 and the Salinas River. The team is tasked with designing the alignment for the trail
Frank Gehry and gap closure from a Class I facility to a Class III facility into downtown Templeton.
Associates, Special SAN DIEGO RIVER TRAIL, SANTEE
Projects Associate, 1984 Greg led the design of a trailhead and parking lot for this 1.3 -mile Walker Preserve
Trail along the San Diego River. The trailhead included map boards, site amenities,
and gateways, as well as drought -tolerant native San Diego River riparian planting
and reclaimed water irrigation. 5
EDUCATION
MLA, University of
Michigan, School of
Natural Resources, 2007
Bachelors in
Environmental Policy,
University of Michigan,
School of Natural
Resources, 2001
PROFESSIONAL
HIGHLIGHTS
AAlta Planning + Design,
2009-2013, 2014 -
Fehr & Peers 2013-2014
Rios Clementi Hale
Studios, Los Angeles,
CA, 2008
The Greenway
Collaborative, Inc, Ann
Arbor, MI, 2006-2008
PROFESSIONAL
ASSOCIATIONS
American Society of
Landscape Architects
US Qreen Building
Council LEED
Associated Professional
PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS
American Society of
Landscape Architects
LEED Associated
Professional
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Emily Duchon, ASLA, LEED AP alta
Senior Associate Designer W
PLANNING t GEGIGN
Emily is experienced in managing projects that help communities design and imple-
ment innovative active transportation solutions, taking projects from master plans
and concept design through to construction drawings and administration. Her
project experience includes bicycle, pedestrian, and trail master plans as well as
Complete Streets, multi -use trail, and wayfinding design. Emily's creativity, energy,
and experience in ecological design give her the tools to create vibrant public spaces
and transportation networks in communities. Emily's ability to conduct successful
community outreach efforts is a valuable asset for building project support and
community investment in her projects.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
SANTA CLARITA CITYWIDE WAYFINDING SIGNAGE PROGRAM
Alta is providing planning and design services to develop a wayfinding signage
program for the city's bicycle and pedestrian network. Emily is the Project Manager,
directing design development for trail identity elements to support easy, safe, and
comfortable navigation.
PARK TO PLAYA TRAIL, LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Emily was the project manager for a trail feasibility study for the 13 -mile Park to
Playa corridor which will create a seamless trail connecting urban residents with the
Pacific Ocean. Emily led public outreach workshops as well as facilitated multiple -
agency coordination with numerous stakeholders.
SEPULEVDA CHANNEL GREENWAY, LOS ANGELES
The Sepulveda Greenway is a proposed multi -use path along a tributary to Ballona
Creek on in West Los Angeles. Alta provided recommendations to design a Complete
Street where the channel runs underground and an on -street connection must be
made. Emily designed treatments including a combination of colored bicycle lanes,
shared lane markings, and traffic calming measures. Winner of Westside Prize 2011
Honor Award for plans in -process.
MOJAVE RIVERWALK, VICTORVILLE
The Mojave Riverwalk is a unique nine -mile trail following the Mojave River in
southern California's High Desert. The project includes alignments through a rail -
with -trail segment along a BNSF freight line, rare High Desert riparian areas, and
historic Route 66 sites. Emily's work involved agency coordination, railroad negotia-
tions, design of trailheads and waysides, a sustainable planting plan, and construc-
tion document development.
OC BIKE LOOP, ORANGE COUNTY
Alta is part of a team of consultants developing a feasibility study for a 66 -mile
multi -use path called the Orange County Bike Loop. The feasibility study will
develop design concepts and provide next steps to close the Loop's five remaining
gaps. Emily is leading the development of a custom wayfinding and sign plan for the
regional trail and is contributing to identifying opportunities and determining feasi-
bility of the project study segments.
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EDUCATION
Master of Landscape
Architecture, California
State Polytechnic
University, Pomona, 2013
James Powell, ASLA
Senior Designer
James brings a wide range of design solutions to any project. He has contributed
expert graphics and design production services to everything from trail improve-
ment projects to complete streets concepts. His recent projects have included
design and drafting of construction documents, planting designs for trails and trail -
heads, planting and landscape plans, and on -street bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
James has extensive experience with design software including AutoCAD, ArcGIS,
Adobe Creative Suite, and a range of 3-D design and visualization techniques. He
has built on experience in advertising and graphic design to bring an understanding
of effective visual communication to project design and presentation
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Arts,
PARK TO PLAYA TRAIL, LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Humanities, New College
Building upon Alta's previous feasibility study, Alta is leading a team of consultants
of Florida, 2001
to develop construction drawings and environmental documents for the implemen-
tation of seven miles of the Park to Playa Regional Trail and wayfinding signs. James
prepared construction documents and design details for planting areas, wayfinding,
PROFESSIONAL
and gateways.
HIGHLIGHTS
Alta Planning + Design,
SANTA CLARITA CITYWIDE WAYFINDING SIGNAGE PROGRAM
2013-
Alta is providing planning and design services to develop a wayfinding signage
program for the city's bicycle and pedestrian network. James is part of the design
Urban Design Studio,
team developing user orientation maps, informational signage, pavement markings,
Los Angeles Department
trailhead kiosks, on -street directional signage, trail mileage markers, and trail iden-
of City Planning,
tity elements to support easy, safe, and comfortable navigation.
2011-2012
LA METRO RAIL TO RIVER ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR STUDY
Alta is leading a feasibility study for the Rail to River Active Transportation Corridor
PROFESSIONAL
Project. The project is a rare opportunity to create a community resource for pedes -
ORGANIZATIONS
trians and bicyclists through the heart of South Los Angeles, connecting residential
American Society of
neighborhoods to schools, transit, and other destinations. James produced concep-
Landscape Architects
tual street and intersection designs as well as photo simulations.
OC BIKE LOOP, ORANGE COUNTY
The Orange County Bike Loop is a vision for a 66 -mile multi -use path which would link
existing regional bikeways to improve regional bicycle transportation. The Southern
California Association of Governments funded a feasibility study to develop design
concepts and provide clear next steps to close the Loop's five remaining gaps. Alta
led the development of a custom wayfinding and sign plan for the regional trail and
contributed to identifying opportunities and determining feasibility of the project
study segments. James developed graphics for wayfinding signage and diagrams
for typical sign placement at intersections, bikeways, and along trails.
MISSION DRIVE COMPLETE STREETS, SOLVANG
Alta assisted the City of Solvang with Complete Streets and non -motorized trans-
portation planning for the important main street of Mission Drive, which is also classi-
fied as California State Route 246. James prepared conceptual design for Complete
Streets enhancements and assisted with traffic data analysis.
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EDUCATION
I Alta "Innninq . D �,ijn
Erin Feehily
Designer
alta
F. -M....
With a professional background in visual design and image production and training
in Landscape Architecture (Cal Poly Pomona), Erin has extensive experience in visual
communication, human spatial interaction, and land use planning and design. She
has experience working collaboratively to produce final designs and planning docu-
ments. In addition to a passion for multi -modal transportation and urban design,
Erin has devoted much of her academic career towards researching spatial under-
standing and inclusive site-specific design practices for all users.
MLA, California State
Polytechnic University,
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Pomona, 2015
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY REGIONAL BICYCLE MASTER PLAN
BS, Photography, Media
Alta worked with the local public health nonprofit Day One to create bicycle master
Arts &Design, Drexel
plans for five non-contiguous cities in San Gabriel Valley, focusing on both local and
University, 2006
inter -jurisdictional connections. Coordination and linkage with several other non-
participating cities was crucial. Erin developed plan graphics and photo -simulations
PROFESSIONAL
as well as the document layout.
HIGHLIGHTS
LA METRO RAIL TO RIVER ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR
Alta Planning + Design,
STUDY
2014-
Alta led a feasibility study for the Rail to River Active Transportation Corridor Project
Freelance Graphic
for LA Metro. The project is a rare opportunity to create a community resource for
Production
pedestrians and bicyclists through the heart of South Los Angeles, connecting resi-
2008-present
dential neighborhoods to schools, transit, and -other destinations. Erin developed
graphics for the plan and the document layout.
LAS VIRGENES-MALIBU COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS REGIONAL
BICYCLE MASTER PLAN
This regional bicycle master plan involves five non-contiguous cities in a hilly part of
Los Angeles County. In addition to creating bicycle plans for each participating city,
the effort will identify connections through unincorporated portions of the County
that include a National Recreation Area and several state parks. Erin assisted with
community outreach, plan graphics, photo simulation and the document layout.
BELLFLOWER -PARAMOUNT BIKE AND TRAIL MASTER PLAN
Bellflower and Paramount are seeking to develop a bikeway network that seamlessly
connects people to each other and to surrounding communities, attractions, high
schools, parks, existing transit stops, future transit stations, downtown Bellflower,
the Los Angeles River Bike Path and the San Gabriel River Bike Trail. Erin assisted
with community outreach and developed plan graphics.
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PROJECT EXPERIENCE
18 Utility Relocation
19 Signage and Striping
Existing Structures Impacted (Tills Sheet Only)
Billboards SCRRA Utility Cabinet
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Santa Clarita Railroad Avenue
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SANTA CLARITA, CA
Alta is providing conceptual design of the Railroad Avenue Bike Trail from
Lyons Avenue to Oak Ridge Drive. Alta is assisting with the preparation of
the conceptual design for the proposed Class I bike trail along the eastside
of Railroad Avenue. The majority of the proposed bike trail is within a MTA
right-of-way.
Location: Santa Clarita
Project Type: Trail Design
Date: 2015 - ongoing
Client: City of Santa Clarita, Trolis Niebla, Associate Engineer, (661) 255-4947,
tniebla@santa-clarita.com, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 300, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Key Personnel: Greg Maher, James Powell
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Santa Clarita Citywide
Wayfinding Signage
SANTA CLARITA, CA
Alta is providing planning and design services to develop a wayfinding
program for the city's extensive bicycle and pedestrian network, consisting
of over 80 miles of trails, bike lanes, and passes. The wayfinding plan estab-
lishes design standards for developing a comprehensive wayfinding system
which includes orientation maps, informational signage, pavement mark-
ings, trailhead kiosks, on -street directional signage, trail mileage markers,
and trail identity elements to support easy, safe, and comfortable naviga-
tion. In addition to the plan, Alta is developing construction documents for
the multi -use trail network. The majority of the trail network follows the
Santa Clara River and its tributaries.
Location: Santa Clarita
Project Type: Wayfinding Signage System Design
Date: 2014 - ongoing
Client: Mark Hunter, (661) 286-4042, mhunter@santa-clarita.com, 23920 Valencia
Boulevard, Suite 300, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Key Personnel: Emily Duchon, James Powell
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The Coachella Valley's CV Link presents a bold new
approach to mobility. In 2013 Alta began develop-
ment of the CV Link Master Plan for the 80 -mile multi-
modal facility connecting the nine cities of the Eastern
Riverside County region. The three-year, $1.5M plan-
ning and design project involves a seven -firm consul-
tant team led by Alta. The team is preparing a Master
Plan, a Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEV) Plan, and
preliminary engineering for a core 50 -mile route. The
proposed facility will accommodate NEVs in addition
to bicyclists and pedestrians. Alta is providing recom-
mendations for on -street segments, and supporting
infrastructure, including NEV charging facilities.
The Master Plan further includes an implementation
strategy with immediate next steps and segments for
near-term construction or upgrades.
Location: Coachella Valley
Project Tybe: Trail Planning, Design, and Implementation
Date: 2013 - ongoing
Client: Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG),
LeGrand Velez, Transportation Program Manager, (760)
346-1127, Ivelez@cvag.org
Key Personnel: Emily Duchon
Park to Playa Trail, Los Angeles County
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Alta completed a trail feasibility and wayfinding plan
for the five -mile "Park to Playa” corridor within Baldwin
Hills, in central Los Angeles County - the eastern
portion of the 12 -mile trail to the sea. The vision to
create a seamless trail that connects urban residents
with the natural coast will be realized through multiple -
agency and jurisdictional coordination with California
State Parks, Los Angeles County Parks, Los Angeles
City Parks, and Baldwin Hills Regional Conservation
Authority. Alta is currently leading a design team to
prepare construction documents, environmental docu-
ments, and obtain permits to implement the project.
Location: LA County
Project Type: Trail Planning, Design, and Implementation
Date: 2010 - ongoing
Client: Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority,
Ana Petrlic, Project Manager, (323) 221-9944 x107,
ana.petrlic@mrca.ca.gov
Key Personnel: Greg Maher, Emily Duchon, James Powell
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Santa Rosa Valley Study, Ventura County
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The Santa Rosa Valley (SRV) is a rural, residential and
equestrian community in unincorporated Ventura
County in California, covering 6,000 acres. The valley
has developed over the years with a significant eques-
trian component, and today many of the residential
properties in the valley include barns, arenas and other
facilities to support horse ownership. In addition, a
number of informal and formal equestrian trails have
developed over the course of the last two decades.
There is a desire within the community to develop a
formal system of equestrian trails that can be adopted
and incorporated into the County's General Plan. Alta
developed a formalized trail system for equestrian
activities, as well as hiking and bicycle use for inclu-
sion in the trail master plan as well as develop design
and operating guidelines and trail standards for future
development in the area.
Location: Ventura County
Project Type: Trail Planning and Design
Date: 2013 - 2014
Client: County of Ventura; Chris Stephens, Director Resource
Management Agency; County of Ventura; (805) 654-2494;
chris.stephens@ventura.org; 800 S Victoria Avenue, Admin
Bldg 3rd Floor, Ventura, CA 93009
Key Personnel: Greg Maher, James Powell
Mojave Riverwalk, Victorville
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The Mojave Riverwalk in Victorville, California is a
unique nine -mile path following the Mojave River in
southern California's High Desert. The bikeway will
connect downtown Victorville on Historic Route 66
to Victor Valley Community College and the future
greenways in Hesperia to the south. Alta prepared the
master plan in 2003 and prepared construction docu-
ments for bidding in late 2009. The project includes
alignments through rare High Desert riparian areas,
historic Route 66 sites and a rail -with -trail segment
through a dramatic canyon. Alta is currently providing
engineering and implementation services.
Location: Victorville
Project Type: Trail Design and Implementation
Date: 2001 - ongoing
Client: City of Victorville Public Works Department,
Louie Rodriguez, Project Manager, (760) 955-5102,
Irodriguez@ci,victorviIle.ca.us
Key Personnel: George Hudson, Greg Maher, Emily Duchon
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OC Bike Loop, Orange County
The Orange County Bike Loop is a vision for a 66 -mile
multi -use path which would link existing regional bike-
__ ways such as the Santa River Bikeway, Coastal Highway
and the San Gabriel River Bikeway to improve regional
bicycle transportation. The Southern California
Association of Governments funded a feasibility study
- to develop design concepts and provide clear next
EIM steps to close the Loop's five remaining gaps. Alta led
the development of a custom wayfinding and sign plan
NIP for the regional trail and contributed to identifying
opportunities and determining feasibility of the project
study segments.
Location: Orange County
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and'meetip" spot and provides for trail tfrough maps, educational, Date: 2014 -ongoing
maps and interpretive panels Suggested For guidance and regulatory
trailhaeds and to be used in conjunction with information.
biIke racks and landscaping. Client: Orange County Parks, Tuan Richardson, (855)
886-5400, tuan.richardson@ocparks.com
Key Personnel: Emily Duchon
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Alta led preparation of plans, specifications, and esti-
mates for the City of Rancho Palos Verdes California
Coastal Trail. The project goal is to provide a contin-
uous coastal trail as close to the ocean as possible,
creating connections to the beaches and the Nature
Preserve. Alta is leading the planning and design for
the construction of approximately three miles of new
trails, new ADA -compliant curb ramps, trail crossing
and traffic control improvements, landscaping,
enhancement of trail amenities, installation of signage
and wayfinding, parking opportunity improvements,
and erosion control and stormwater management. Alta
provided project management services during bidding
and construction of the new trail features.
Location: Rancho Palos Verdes
Project Type: Trail Design and Implementation
Date: 2012 - 2014
Client: City of Rancho Palos Verdes, Siamak Motahari,
PE, Senior Engineer, Department of Public Works, (310)
544-5339, siamakm@rpv.com
Key Personnel: Greg Maher, Emily Duchon, James Powell
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The following scope has been prepared to clarify or
confirm the services and deliverables to be provided,
consistent with the description in the RFP and the
budget provided separately.
Task 1. Preliminary
Investigation
The Alta team will engage in a robust investigation
of preliminary technical information which includes
meeting with the City, agencies and utilities within
the proposed trail corridor, additional topographic
surveying and a thorough analysis of the right-of-way
and strategies for acquisition of necessary connections.
TASK 1.1 UTILITY CONFLICT
IDENTIFICATION
• Alta will perform research of record drawings with
all agencies and utilities within the proposed trail .
corridor and develop utility location mapping for
all overhead and underground utilities using aerial
photographs, existing information from the City
of Santa Clarita, County of Los Angeles, and indi-
vidual agencies. Alta will compile logs of contacts
with the affected agencies and utilities and create
a list of the conflicts found and possible relocations
identified. This task will include coordination with
public service and utility agencies in the project
area, as initially identified in the kick-off meeting.
We will advise the utilities impacted by the project,
and solicit pertinent information, including base
mapping and as -built drawings. Existing utilities will
be mapped and incorporated into the Conceptual
Design Report. Plans of proposed new facilities
within the project area will be requested for so that
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the alignment reflects both current and planned
information. Conflicts and relocations needed for
the implementation of the trail will be identified in
the Conceptual Design Report.
• An AutoCAD base file will be prepared based on the
information received. The base file will provide sepa-
rate layers for each utility type, size and purveyor to
ensure that each potential conflict is easy to identify.
Tetra Tech will provide the AutoCAD file to Alta for
inclusion in the Conceptual Multiuse Trail Alignment
Plans.
• A summary of all potential utility and right-of-way
conflicts will be provided as part of the Conceptual
Design Report. The summary will identify an
approximate station along the trail alignment,
whether the conflict is either a utility or right-of-way
conflict, utility purveyor, ownership, square footage
of conflict and additional information, as applicable.
• Alta will set up and attend coordination meetings
with the affected agencies and utilities to identify
design controls and considerations in the prepa-
ration of the Conceptual Design Report. Alta will
schedule team meetings as needed and will prepare
agenda and meetings minutes for these meetings.
TASK 1.2 SUPPLEMENTAL LAND
SURVEYING
Under the direction of a Professional Land Surveyor,
a two-man survey crew will perform a "minor" topo-
graphic survey to identify potential grading and
drainage engineering issues. Additionally, in order to
prepare a paper record boundary based on existing
right-of-way documents, the survey crew will search
for key survey monuments to tie record information
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to the field collected data. The minor survey task will
consist of the following subtasks:
• Research existing record data consisting of record
of surveys, parcel maps, tract maps and other
recorded documents made available to the design
team.
• Request and review existing Geographic Information
System (GIS), ground survey, aerial photogram-
metry and other electronic information available
from the City.
• Establish horizontal project control for the project
moving forward based on the California State Plane
Coordinate System, Zone 5 (NAD 83), and vertical
control based on the Los Angeles County bench-
mark system. Additionally, a basis of bearing will be
established for future use.
• Perform field survey to identify potential project
issues that may consist of drainage, grading,
retaining walls, utility vaults/cabinets, large trees,
obvious low and high points, and other above
ground infrastructure identified by the project
Civil Engineer. Any markings previously marked by
DigAlert that are present will also be included.
• Capture existing roadway cross-section data at
100 -foot intervals.
• Collect topographic data at drainage crossings,
which will be used during the hydrology/hydraulic
analysis.
For the purpose of this survey, the survey crew will
primarily use survey grade Global Positioning Survey
(GPS) equipment. When necessary, conventional
survey methods will be utilized. In order to capture
the data needed for the 1.6 mile study area, three (3)
field days of surveying have been estimated. Once the
field work is complete, the data will be reduced and an
AutoCAD base file will be prepared.
TASK 1.3 RIGHT-OF-WAY ANALYSIS
Tetra Tech will provide Alta with assistance in obtaining
existing right-of-way documentation. Tetra Tech
understands that Alta may have existing GIS and/or
other electronic data that can be used in the analysis.
Additionally, Tetra Tech will research County records
for record of survey, parcel map, tract map and other
readily available documents. A paper boundary will be
prepared based on the record information obtained,
and key monuments that likely remain undisturbed will
be identified so they can be searched for during the
minor survey task. Using the monuments found during
the field survey, the paper boundary will be overlaid
onto the field survey data.
Once a preliminary alignment of the new 1.6 mile
study area has been generated and utility informa-
tion has been received, a right-of-way analysis will be
performed to identify any right-of-way constraints that
may require agreements between utility purveyors and
the City and/or right-of-way acquisitions necessary to
Alta is currently leading a design team to prepare construction documents, environmental documents, and obtain permits to
implement the 12 -mile Park to Playa trail.
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construct the proposed multiuse trail. It is assumed
that the City will provide any known existing easement
data; therefore, an additional research through a title
company, or similar nature, is not required.
Task 1 Deliverables:
• Utility Response Log and Mapping
• Utility Coordination Meeting Agenda and Minutes
• TopograhicSurvey Data
• Right -of -Way Analysis and Acquisition Strategies
Task 2. Preliminary
Environmental Study
Tetra Tech will provide environmental study to eval-
uate the possible constraints for the proposed multi-
use trail alignment. This environmental study will
consist of a biological survey and wetlands delineation
as outlined below.
The Mojave Riverwalk Trail began with the visionary leaders
at the City of Victorville who saw the potential to reclaim the
river corridor as a public resource and as a centerpiece for the
growing Victor Valley.
TASK 2.1 BIOLOGICAL SURVEY AND
WETLANDS DELINEATION
A search of the California Natural Diversity Database
(CNDDB) will be performed to determine which
special -status species may occur within the project
site and surrounding area.
Following the database search, a general biological
survey of the project area will be completed. The
purpose of the survey will be to characterize the habi-
tats and species present. The proposed trail area will
be walked and surveyed. Binoculars will be used in
areas that are not accessible on foot.
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A preliminary assessment of oak trees that could be
impacted by the project will also be conducted. Based
on this analysis, recommendations to minimize impacts
to oaks will be developed.
A wetlands delineation will also be completed. The
delineation will be done according to the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers (USACE), California Department of
Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), and Regional Water Quality
Control Board (RWQCB) criteria.
The USACE has developed standard methods and
data reporting forms contained in the Interim Regional
Supplement to the Corps of Engineering Wetland
Delineation Manual: Arid West Region, a supplement
to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual,
to determine the presence or absence" of wetlands
and "Waters of the U.S." The procedures described
in the Interim Regional Supplement to the Corps of
Engineering Wetland Delineation Manual: Arid West
Region will be used to identify wetlands and "Waters
of the U.S." in.the project site that are potentially
subject to regulation under Section 404 of the Clean
Water Act.
TASK 2.2 BIOLOGY/WETLANDS
REPORT
A report on the biological survey and wetlands delin-
eation will be prepared. The report will provide the
results of the CNDDB search and biological survey, and
describe the likelihood of occurrence of any special -
status species. Recommendations regarding any addi-
tional required biological studies will also be made
within the report. The report will also include a prelimi-
nary assessment of any protected oak trees that may
be impacted by the project, along with recommenda-
tions on measures to minimize impacts to oaks.
The report will indicate the jurisdictional areas covered
under the USACE, CDFW, and RWQCB criteria. Maps
of the area under the jurisdiction of the USACE, CDFW,
and RWQCB will be provided. In addition, the jurisdic-
tional areas impacted by the project will be quantified.
The report will also include a constraints analysis. The
focus of this aspect will be to develop a list of addi-
tional studies that would be required to complete the
project, including studies required under CEQA.
TASK 2.3 AGENCY CONSULTATION
The Project Biologist will attend one agency/client
meeting in Santa Clarita.
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A draft copy of the Preliminary Environmental Study
will be submitted to the City for review and comment.
Upon receipt and inclusion of comments, a final
Preliminary Environmental Study will be submitted to
the City.
Preliminary Environmental Study Assumptions: Several
pricing assumptions have been made in developing
this proposal that, if not applicable, will constitute a
change in the scope of work requiring an adjustment
in project cost. We will notify you of any such changes
in writing. Assumptions and limitations to our scope of
work are:
. One general biological survey of the project area
will be completed. If the results indicate that addi-
tional special studies or surveys are needed, a sepa-
rate proposal will be provided for those additional
services. Costs to provide species-specific surveys
(such as for the coastal California gnatcatcher or
rare plants) are not included within this proposal.
A preliminary assessment on impacts to protected
oak trees will be made. A detailed study on oak tree
impacts will not be performed.
• The wetlands delineation will focus on the one
crossing and a few culverts that may fall under
USACE, CDFW, and RWQCB jurisdictions.
• A list of studies required to be completed as part
of the project will be included in the report. A basic
review of the project will be completed to develop
the list. The cost to complete any of these studies is
not included in this proposal.
• A draft and final version of the report will be
prepared. Minor figures showing the project loca-
tion, survey area, and observed special -status
species will be included. The report will describe the
methods and results of the survey.
• Costs to coordinate with any agencies other than
the City are not included.
• Costs to prepare any CEQA documents are not
included.
• Costs to prepare any permitting applications
(USACE, CDFW, RWQCB) are not included.
• Tetra Tech will have access to the project areas.
In areas that are not accessible, binoculars will be
used.
• If special -status species are observed, Tetra Tech
will be required to report the data to the applicable
regulatory agencies, which may include the USFWS
and CDFW.
• Costs to purchase historical aerial photographs
have not been included.
• No changes to the project footprint will occur once
the project has been started.
• Costs for one biologist to attend one meeting are
included.
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The Alta team will prepare preliminary trail layout/site plans and will include alternatives for the alignment and crossings.
• Information contained within this proposal is Tetra
Tech proprietary information that is confidential.
Task 2 Deliverables:
• A draft copy of the Preliminary Environmental
Study will be submitted to the City for review and
comment.
• Upon receipt and inclusion of comments, a final
Preliminary Environmental Study will be submitted
to the City.
Task 3. Conceptual Multi -use
Trail Alignment Plans and
Report
The Alta team will prepare preliminary trail layout/
site plans and will include alternatives for the align-
ment and crossings where potentially viable alterna-
tives exist if needed due to utility and/or right-of-way
conflicts. Alta will prepare alignment studies as part of
the final report for alternative on -street trail routes in
the case of conflicts.
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TASK 3.1 PREPARE TRAIL ALIGNMENT
PLANS
• The Alta team will prepare conceptual trail align-
ment plans at 40 scale identifying any areas with
drainage, grading, utility or right -of way conflicts.
The plans shall show all utility locations.
• The conceptual trail alignment plans will include
identification of alternative alignments due to
conflicts with utilities, right-of-way or grading and
drainage.
• Alta will deliver the conceptual trail alignment plans
to the City and agencies and will provide one (1) set
of revisions to a consolidated set of comments from
the reviewers.
Drainage and River Crossing Hydrology
Prior to initiating the topographic survey, the project
Civil Engineer will perform a site visit to the project
site and walk the proposed alignment corridor. The
purpose of the site visit is to best understand poten-
tial constraints/issues early on, and ensure that the
survey crew captures necessary field data for the
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The conceptual trail alignment plans will include identification of alternative alignments due to conflicts with utilities, right-
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project. Once field data has been collected, reduced
and the conceptual multiuse trail alignment is prepared,
Tetra Tech will compare the proposed alignment to the
existing topographic data. Locations or creek/river
crossings, potential drainage and grading issues, and
other project constraints will be identified.
Tetra Tech will prepare a preliminary hydro.logy and
hydraulic study for the project. The main focus of the
hydrology and hydraulic report will be on the one (1)
river/creek crossing and existing culvert upgrades that
will be required for the project along the projected
multiuse trail alignment. Specific tasks will include:
• Research with Los Angeles County Flood Control for
the design flow rates of the creeks/rivers within the
project limits. If data is not available for the creeks/
rivers within the project limits, Tetra Tech will calcu-
late the flow rates based on the Los Angeles County
Modified Rational Method using the County's
HydroCalc Calculator and USGS quad maps.
• Calculate the water surface elevation at the creek/
river crossing. Based on calculated water surface
elevation any grading needed at the proposed
bridge abutments to ensure the proposed crossing
meet the required freeboard shall be identified in
the report.
• Calculate the scour at the creek/river crossing.
• All calculations will be prepared using the Los
Angeles County approved channel analysis soft-
ware, WSPG. In addition, channel sections will be
analyzed with HEC -RAS. Both HEC -RAS and WSPG
files will be provided to the City.
Bridge Conceptual Designs
The Conceptual Design Report will locate and iden-
tify each bridge crossing that will be required as part
of the final multiuse trail alignment. The width, length
and type of each bridge will be included in the report.
Additionally, the report will include a general bridge
plan, foundation plan and other pertinent information
to best approximate the cost to design and construct
the bridge crossing(s).
3.2 PRELIMINARY CONSTRUCTION
COST ESTIMATES
The preliminary construction cost estimate will include
total costs, as well as subtotals for each category of
work, including right-of-way and utility work. Unit costs
will be based on Caltrans historical cost data or other
sources as appropriate. Quantities and estimates will
be prepared in Microsoft Excel. Earthwork quantities
will be prepared by creating a 3-D model of the prelim-
inary alignment and profile of the 1.6 mile multiuse trail
using AutoCAD Civil 3D. The model will be overlaid
onto the existing survey data that will also consist of
3-D data. Using AutoCAD Civil 3D, earthwork volumes
will be captured.
A summary and table of the main construction disci-
plines (i.e. grading, paving, fencing, utility work, etc.)
will be included in the Conceptual Design Report.
A summary of all research, assumptions and cost
markups will be included.
3.3 REPORT PREPARATION
Upon City and Agency approval of the Conceptual
Multi -use Trail Alignment Plans based on consolidated
comments and mark-ups, the Alta team will move
forward with preparation of the Conceptual Design
Report. The report shall be prepared to industry stan-
dards and State and local codes, and will respond
to the requirements of all governing agencies from
which future approvals will be needed. The following
elements will be contained in the plan set:
• Multi -use Trail Cross Section, Alignment and Profile
• Trail Access Points
• Grading, Earthwork, Slopes and Walls
• Drainage and Hydrology/Hydraulics of the River
Crossing
• Bridge Conceptual Designs
• Landscaping and Irrigation
• Preliminary Environmental Study
• Preliminary Engineering Cost Estimate
• Utility Log and Conflicts
• Right -of -Way Analysis
Alta will deliver the Conceptual Design Report to
the City and will provide one (1) set of revisions to a
consolidated set of comments from the reviewers.
Alta will provide an electronic copy of all documents
developed during the contracted project period with
the City. All drawings will be developed using AutoCAD
2009 and/or PDF or equivalent and prepared using
the Microsoft Office Suite.
Task 3 Deliverables:
• Prepare and deliver the Conceptual Design Report
to the City (Alta will provide one (1) set of revisions to
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a consolidated set of comments from the reviewers)
along with the required electronic copies for final
approval.
Task 4. Prepare Design
Alta and Tetra Tech will prepare construction plans to
support the proposed trail and bridge crossing.
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT
PREPARATION: 50%, 75%, 90% AND
100% PS&E
Plans, Specifications and Cost Estimate (PS&Es) for
the civil and structural engineering, landscape archi-
tecture, wayfinding and trail amenities components
will be prepared for submission at 50%, 75%, 90%,
along with a final stamped and sealed set of plans
by the project Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer and
Landscape Architect, as applicable. The construc-
tion plans will consist of approximately eighteen (18)
plan and profile sheets that will include elements to
be demolished, horizontal control, grading elements
and other necessary improvements; additional sheets
containing landscape architecture and locations of trail
amenities and wayfinding will be provided as neces-
sary to construct those elements. Construction details
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will be provided as well. Additionally, structural plans
will include the following:
• Structural Notes
• Bridge Foundation Plan
• Bridge Top Plan
• Bridge Sections
• Details (2 Sheets)
Alta and Tetra Tech's Civil Engineer will attend design
review meetings after the 50%, 75%, and 90% PS&E
submittals.
Tetra Tech will prepare a linear Storm Water Pollution
Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to support the project for
compliance with NPDES requirements.
Task 4 Deliverables:
• PS&Es at 50%, 75%, 90% and Final completion levels
• Attendance at design review meetings after 50%,
75% and 90% submittals
• Preparation and submittal to the City of a draft
SWPPP, Final SWPPP and provide one (1) amend-
ment once a contractor is selected
• A breakdown of civil, structural and landscape costs
associated with each phase of work.
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Alta provides wayfinding sign design, branding, mapping, and graphic design.
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Task 5. Project Management
Alta will provide project management and quality
control for the duration of the project, including
contract administration, personnel coordination,
preparation and maintenance of the project schedule,
and invoicing. These activities will be reinforced with
monthly Project Development Team (PDT) meetings
and monthly progress reports on project tasks and
budget.
TASK 5.1 PROJECT INITIATION
The Alta team will meet with City Staff to discuss
the project scope, schedule, budget, city standards,
issues to be addressed (technical, environmental,
and community), and the formation of the Project
Development Team (PDT).
Alta, in consultation with and approval from the City
will form a PDT, which will include the Alta Project
Team as well as City and agency representatives.
Alta will provide a detailed project schedule within two
weeks of the issuance of the Notice to Proceed (NTP).
The schedule will indicate all milestones, major activi-
ties and deliverables. The schedule will be updated for
the life of the project.
TASK 5.2 ONGOING PROJECT
MANAGEMENT
The Alta team will attend a Project Kick-off Meeting
and provide an agenda, meeting minutes that record
key discussion points, decisions and follow-up tasks
with responsible party. Additionally, Alta will conduct
monthly PDT meetings in which the project team will
set the agenda, report on the progress of work and
provide meeting minutes identifying all action items to
be completed by specific parties. If needed, some of
these seven (7) monthly meetings could take place by
teleconference.
Alta will prepare on a monthly basis a project progress
report and an updated project schedule. The prog-
ress report will include all tasks on which work was
accomplished during the month and anticipated prog-
ress by task for the month ahead, pending issues and
upcoming schedule target dates.
Alta will attend up to two (2) public meetings at the
direction of the City, prepare project exhibits for
display and write summary reports of the meetings for
review by the City. Alta can develop and maintain a
project webpage as a link to the City website to act
as the repository of the progress on the project. This
could include notices for public meetings as well as
information on the development of the Conceptual
Design Report and plans for the alignment of the trail.
An estimate of the cost of this service is included in the
project budget.
TASK 5.3 QA/QC
Alta's Project Manager, Greg Maher, will manage the
project from inception to completion. Each submittal
will be reviewed by Alta personnel not directly
involved with the project to monitor quality standards.
We will utilize senior level staff for submittal reviews,
and clearly communicate project expectations and
requirements to the entire project team.
Task 5 Deliverables:
• Scope and budget refinement meeting with the City
Staff
• PDT formation
• Project- Schedule preparation two weeks after NTP
issuance
• Kick-off Meeting attendance, PST monthly meeting
attendance, agenda and minutes for all meetings
• Monthly Progress Reports
• Attendance at up to two (2) public meetings,
graphics and meeting summary
• OPTIONAL SUB -TASK: Project Webpage develop-
ment and maintenance
Alta will provide expert project management and quality
control for the duration of the project.
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Task 1.1: Utility Conflict Identification
Task 1.2: Supplemental Land Surveying
Task 1.3: Right-of-way Analysis
Task 2: Fnvlronmentaf Study iCEQA)
Task 2.1: Biological Survey and Wetlands Delineation
Task 2 2: Biology/Wetlands Report II
Task 23: Agency Consultation 1
£ask 3: Conceptual Multi -Use Trail Alignment/Report
Task 3.1: Prepare Trail ARgnmenr Plans
Task 3.2: Prelminary Cost Estimate
Task 33: Repot PreParallvn
Task 4: Prepare Design
Task 4.1 & 4 2: Prepare and Submit 50% PS&E
Task 4 3 and 4.4: Prepare and Submit 75% PS&E
Task 4.5 & 4.6: Prepare and Submit 90%PS&E I
Task 4.7: Prepare and Submit 100% PS&E
Task 4-8 & 4.9: Prepare and Submit Draft and Final SWPPP
Task 5: Project Management
Task 5.1: Project Initiation
Task 5.2: Ongoing Project Management
Task 53: QA/QC
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Task Progress
City Review Pedad
Meeting / Workshop
Deliverable
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Tetra Tech
Based in Pasadena, CA, Tetra Tech is a full-service
engineering and science firm with a substantial
global presence. We help our clients conceptualize
and execute innovative solutions to their most diffi-
cult problems. From front-end science and planning
to design, construction management and operations,
Tetra Tech provides best -in -class experts, with world-
wide project experience, to deliver a high level of inte-
grated services for the full project life -cycle in five
service areas: water, natural resources, the environ-
ment, infrastructure, and energy.
Our company consistently ranks among the top engi-
neering firms annually according to Engineering News -
Record, a highly regarded news magazine. In 2015,
Tetra Tech was rated No. 7 Design Firm among the top
500 Design Firms nationwide.
Our team has extensive experience in preliminary anal-
ysis, preparation of plans, specifications, and estimate
(PS&E), project management, construction observa-
tion, and construction management for various types
of public works related projects including, but not
limited to, multi -use pathways and street improve-
ments, grading, drainage, bridge and structural design,
traffic analysis and design, transportation engineering
and planning, mapping and survey services, CADD
and GIS, water quality, and construction management
services.
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TETRA TECH
3475 East Foothill Boulevard
Pasadena, California 91107-6024, USA
P (626) 351-4664
F (626) 351-52911
Type of Work: Civil and Structural Engineering, Land Survey,
Environmental Study
Approximate Dollar Value of Work: $80,426
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RESUMES
EDUCATION
BS, Architectural
Engineering, California
Polytechnic State
University, 2002
PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS
Registered Professional
Engineer
California No. 67032
Nevada No. 17356
Registered Structural
Engineer
California No. S-5251
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Joseph Dietz, PE, SE, LEED AP N
Structural Engineer TETRA TECH
Joseph has well rounded experience in civil and structural engineering stemming
from his involvement in a variety of residential, commercial, educational and federal
projects. His experience includes work on both public and private jobs of varying
sizes and construction material types.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
ALTA MADERA DRIVE PEDESTRIAN OVERCROSSING REPLACEMENT,
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
Joseph was the structural engineer responsible for the planning, design, and
construction phase services to replace the existing pedestrian overcrossing (POC)
over Alta Madera Drive. Constructed in 1979, the timber superstructure showed
signs of insect infestation, dry rot, and de -lamination of the glue laminated girders.
The project team was tasked with defining an approach to replace the decaying
structure. During the planning stage of the project, Tetra Tech's team studied the
feasibility of repair and replacement alternatives. Tetra Tech provided estimates
of probable construction cost, guidance on current design standards, and several
design concepts. The preferred alternative consisted of a single -span configuration
with a prefabricated steel truss superstructure. In spring of 2011, Tetra Tech initiated
the geotechnical investigation and preparation of plans, specifications, and esti-
mates to replace the structure. Through continued partnership, Tetra Tech and City
engineers will soon deliver a project that increases safety and restores alternative
access to schools, neighborhood parks, and local businesses in Santa Clarita.
LEER® Accredited EL PASEO DRIVE PEDESTRIAN OVERCROSSING REPLACEMENT, CITY
Professional OF SANTA CLARITA
Joseph was the project manager and structural engineer responsible for the plan-
ning, design, and construction phase services to replace the existing pedestrian
overcrossing (POC) over EI Paseo Drive with a single -span configuration with a
prefabricated steel truss superstructure. Project task included: geotechnical inves-
tigation and report, survey, utility research and coordination, preparation of plans,
specifications, and estimates, and construction support.
RIVERSIDE DR. NEAR ZOO DR. BRIDGE OVER LOS ANGELES RIVER,
BRIDGE NO. 53C-1298, CITY OF LOS ANGELES
With this historic bridge falling below current design standards, Joseph is managing
the completion of environmental documentation and permitting, geotechnical and
hydraulic analyses, bridge widening and retrofit, traffic and lighting upgrades, and
100% plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) in an effort to fix geometric defi-
ciencies, barrier rail vulnerabilities, structural weaknesses, and Los Angeles River
Bicycle Lane impedance issues. Joseph is coordinating with sub -consultants,
stakeholders, and agencies, and is providing regular schedule updates and holding
progress meetings to review contract objectives and milestones. This is a feder-
ally funded project and plan reviews and approvals by Caltrans District 7 and the
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) are required. This project is currently in
the 90% design stage.
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EDUCATION
BS, Civil Engineering,
California Polytechnic
State University, San Luis
Obispo, 2003
PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS
Registered Professional
Engineer
California No. 70879
Registered Professional
Engineer
Hawaii No. 15600
Registered Professional
Land Surveyor
California No. 9006
Qualified SWPPP
Developer (QSD) and
Qualified SWPPP
Practitioner (QSP)
Certificate # 20231
LEED® Accredited
Professional
Jason Fusssel, PE, PLS, LEED`"' N
AP, Q S D/Q! S P TETRA TECH
Civil Engineer/Hydrology/Hydraulics
Jason has been a member of the Tetra Tech team for over ten years and has a
broad knowledge of civil engineering stemming from his involvement in a variety
of residential, educational and federal projects. His experience includes work on
both public and private sector jobs of varying size and construction material types
including the design of sewer transmission systems, water distribution systems,
street and storm drain improvements and grading activities varying from mass
grading to final precise grading plans. Jason's strengths include stormwater analysis,
studies, design, preparation of specifications, bid documents and cost estimates,
and construction support services.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
MCBEAN REGIONAL TRANSIT CENTER PARK AND RIDE, CITY OF
SANTA CLARITA
Tetra Tech was contracted by the City of Santa Clarita to expand the existing McBean
Regional Transit Center (MRTC) through the addition of five new bus layover pads
with five canopies, and the addition of a new park and ride facility with approxi-
mately 282 new parking spaces. Tetra Tech prepared a complete PS&E package for
the improvements to the MRTC and assisted the City during the construction phase
of the project. Jason was the Project Engineer responsible for overseeing the design
work for the circulation, grading and drainage of the parking lot, as well as the Low
Impact Development (LID) design elements.
RIVERSIDE DR. NEAR ZOO DR. BRIDGE OVER LOS ANGELES RIVER,
BRIDGE NO. 53C-1298, CITY OF LOS ANGELES
Jason was the Qualified Stormwater Developer (QSD) responsible for providing the
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for the project improvements of
this historic bridge. Tetra Tech was contracted to provide environmental documen-
tation and permitting, geotechnical and hydraulic analyses, bridge widening and
retrofit, traffic and lighting upgrades, and 100% plans, specifications, and estimates
(PS&E) in an effort to fix geometric deficiencies, barrier rail vulnerabilities, structural
weaknesses, and Los Angeles River Bicycle Lane impedance issues. This is a feder-
ally funded project and plan reviews and approvals by Caltrans District 7 and the
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) were required.
TEMPLETON TO ATASCADERO CONNECTOR, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO
Jason was the project engineer and assistant project manager responsible for over-
seeing design services for a multi -use pathway including completing the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
processes, right-of-way acquisition, permits, construction documents and grant
administration. The ultimate goal of the pathway network is to provide connectivity
between Templeton and Atascadero, facilitating safe and attractive transportation
between these two towns and encouraging alternative transportation modes.
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EDUCATION
Business Marketing,
Liberal Arts Transfer
Studies, Allan Hancock
College
PROFESSIONAL
REGISTRATIONS
Professional Land
Surveyor, California 9198
Computer Technician A+
Certification
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Eric Metz, PLS
Project Surveyor
TETRA TECH
Eric has been a member of the Tetra Tech team for over 14 years, with experience
on both public and private sector projects of varying size. He is experienced in the
design and preparation of plans for sewer transmission systems, water distribution
systems, street and storm drain improvements and grading activities varying from
mass grading to final precise grading plans. Additionally, Eric holds a working knowl-
edge of cost estimating.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
EL PASEO DRIVE PEDESTRIAN OVERCROSSING REPLACEMENT, CITY
OF SANTA CLARITA
Eric provided CAD design support to replace the existing pedestrian overcrossing
(POC) over EI Paseo Drive with a single -span configuration with a prefabricated
steel truss superstructure. Project tasks included geotechnical investigation and
report, survey, utility research and coordination, preparation of plans, specifications,
and estimates, and construction support.
DEL MONTE DRIVE PEDESTRIAN OVERCROSSING REPLACEMENT, CITY
OF SANTA CLARITA
Eric provided CAD design support to replace the existing pedestrian overcrossing
(POC) over Del Monte Drive with a single -span configuration with a prefabricated
steel truss superstructure. Project tasks included geotechnical investigation and
report, survey, utility research and coordination, preparation of plans, specifications,
and estimates, and construction support.
CARRIZO DRIVE PEDESTRIAN OVERCROSSING REPLACEMENT, CITY
OF SANTA CLARITA
Eric provided CAD design support to replace the existing pedestrian overcrossing
(POC) over Carrizo Drive with a single -span configuration with a prefabricated steel
truss superstructure. Project tasks included geotechnical investigation and report,
survey, utility research and coordination, preparation of plans, specifications, and
estimates, and construction support.
RIVERSIDE DRIVE NEAR ZOO DRIVE BRIDGE OVER LOS ANGELES
RIVER, BRIDGE NO. 53C-1298, CITY OF LOS ANGELES
Eric performed field survey for the bridge widening project and retrofit of this
historic bridge which was falling below current design standards. Eric performed
field surveys and site surveys to support the bridge widening and retrofit, traffic
and lighting upgrades, and 100% plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) in an
effort to correct geometric deficiencies, barrier rail vulnerabilities, structural weak-
nesses, and Los Angeles River Bicycle Lane impedance issues. This was a feder-
ally funded project and plan reviews and approvals by Caltrans District 7 and the
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) were required.
EDUCATION
MESM, Environmental
Science and
Management, University
of California, Santa
Barbara, 2000
BS, Biology, Pepperdine
University, 1997
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Michelle Bates
Principal Biologist
N
TETRA TECH
Michelle has been working as a Principal Biologist in California for the last 16 years.
She has managed and completed various projects throughout California, including
projects at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
(MCBCP), San Clemente Island, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, and the University
of California Santa Barbara (UCSB). Michelle has a California Department of Fish and
Wildlife Scientific Collecting Permit, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 10(a)(1)(A) permit
for California red -legged frogs, and has been authorized under Biological Opinions
to handle California red -legged frogs and tidewater gobies.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE PLACERITA CANYON
SEWER BACKBONE PROJECT, CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
Michelle contributed to portions of an Environmental Impact Report for the City of
Santa Clarita regarding a mainline sewer construction project. Since the sewer main
crossed Placertia Creek, a major tributary to the Santa Clara River, issues associ-
ated with the project included potential impacts to the arroyo toad and the coastal
California gnatcatcher. Other key issues included impacts to wetlands and waters
of the United States and oak tree protection and mitigation. The project required
coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the California Department of
Fish and Wildlife, and the California Regional Water Quality Control Board in order
to obtain appropriate permits from each agency.
PERMITTING AND BIOLOGICAL MONITORING, TRANSPORTATION
CENTER, LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Michelle performed biological monitoring during construction of a transporta-
tion center. She monitored construction activities for compliance with Section
404 Permit and California Department of Fish and Wildlife Streambed Alteration
Agreement Permit. Monitored for implementation of Best Management Practices.
Habitats included riparian, native grassland, and oak woodland. Tasks included daily
checking of measures to protect biological resources at the site, including oak trees.
Daily reports were required due to the highly visible nature of the project site.
NESTING BIRD SURVEYS, CALIFORNIA
Michelle has performed preconstruction nesting bird surveys at various sites
throughout California. She conduced surveys for several tree removal projects
at UCSB, a bridge replacement project near Santa Clarita, and a building site in
Pasadena. Results of the nesting bird surveys were transmitted immediately
following the survey verbally or over email and a letter report waslater developed to
provide formal documentation.
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EDUCATION
BS, Environmental
Science, Humboldt State
University, 2005
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David Murray
Biologist
D
TETRA TECH
David is a biologist who has 6 years of experience with botanical surveys, vegeta-
tion mapping, the assessment of invasive plant species, surveys and monitoring for
special -status plant species, construction monitoring, nesting bird surveys, popula-
tion monitoring and management of special -status shorebirds, storm water moni-
toring, and the installation and monitoring of erosion and sediment controls. He has
performed natural resources projects throughout California, including projects at
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Vandenberg
Air Force Base, Parks Reserve Forces Training Area, and the Guadalupe-Nipomo
Dune Complex.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
VEGETATION AND LAND COVER MAPPING, MCAS MIRAMAR
Tetra Tech developed a new baseline installation vegetation map that provides high -
accuracy data layers and appropriate database and metadata development. David
was the Field Team Leader for all fieldwork performed for this project, which has
included 6 major field efforts spread over two years and an accuracy assessment.
He has also provided input into the continual update and modification of the vegeta-
tion map. He performed extensive coordination with GIS staff that was required
during the development of the vegetation map.
RARE PLANT SURVEYS FOR THE THREAD -LEAVED BRODIAEA AT
MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON
Tetra Tech completed surveys of 820 acres in 2011 and 717 acres in 2013 for the feder-
ally threatened and California state endangered thread -leaved brodiaea at Camp
Pendleton. A protocol was completed, which required 100 percent visual survey to
determine presence/absence. David was a field team leader whose project respon-
sibilities included oversight of field personnel, instruction of rare species identifica-
tion, and management of project logistics. The project required extensive GPS use
and knowledge.
INVASIVE PLANT SPECIES REMOVAL AT MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP
PENDLETON
Tetra Tech conducted two large-scale non-native plant species removal projects at
MCBCP. Both projects required the development of measures to minimize impacts
to special -status species, nesting birds, California gnatcatcher, Pacific pocket
mouse, and sensitive habitats. David performed monitoring for one of the projects
and contributed to the project reports.
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Los Angeles River Greenway, West Valley
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TETRA TECH
Tetra Tech is preparing the Plans, Specifications, and
Estimate (PS&E) for a new bikepath along the Los
Angeles River channel from Winnetka Avenue to Mason
Avenue. As part of the design, the existing concrete -
lined channel will be modified to incorporate under -
crossings at Vanowen Avenue and Mason Avenue. The
underpasses will include ramps that will pass under the
bridges with sufficient overhead clearance for cyclists.
Tetra Tech is preparing a 2-D hydraulic model to study
the effects the new section will have on waving and
ramping patterns, in accordance with the Army Corps
of Engineers requirements. The project includes prep-
aration of bikeway plans and profiles, retaining wall
design, signing and striping, lighting plans, and deco-
rative path construction.
IDUE iam 4461 NW461EnI
Client: City of Los Angeles, Bridge Improvement Program,
1149 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015, Mr. Scott Gibson,
(213) 485-5101, scott.gibson@lacity.org
Key Personnel: Jason Fussel, Joseph Dietz, Eric Metz
Templeton to Atascadero Connector Trail
Tetra Tech is currently providing engineering services
to prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates
(PS&E) for the Templeton to Atascadero Connector
Trail. The project is a multi -use path, roughly one mile
in length, connecting northern Atascadero to southern
Templeton between the Salinas River to the east and
Highway 101 to the west. The improvements include
a Class I pathway with a clear span bridge over Paso
Robles Creek and a railroad track under crossing. Tetra
Tech will be providing pathway design and approach
engineering, quantity calculations, environmental
studies and surveys for NEPA/CEQA, preparation of
permit applications, right-of-way engineering and
acquisition, utility coordination, UPRR coordination,
hydraulic analysis, geotechnical engineering, topo-
graphic surveying, cost estimating, bid and construc-
tion assistance, and preparation of a complete plans,
specifications, and cost estimates (PS&E) package.
Date: 2014 - Ongoing
Client: County of San Luis Obispo, General Services Agency,
1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, Elizabeth
Kavanaugh, 805-781-4089, ekavanaugh@co.slo.ca.us
Key Personnel: Jason Fussel
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Shell Beach Road Streetscape Phase I Project
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The Tetra Tech team is currently designing the first of
three phases of the Complete Street project in Pismo
Beach. The project elements include a new Class I
Bikeway adjacent to the existing Caltrans right-of-way
(Highway 101). The design incorporates wider sidewalks
to improve the pedestrian experience and opportuni-
ties for outdoor cafes, street furniture and improved
safety. The streets are redesigned by reducing the
lane width to slow down vehicle traffic, adding striped
crosswalks at key crossing locations for pedestrian
safety, new way -finding and streetscape enhance-
ments including pavement enhancements at cross-
walks and intersections, full ADA compliance, street
furniture and landscape improvements, and a shaded
pedestrian and bike lane corridor to decrease the heat
island effect. Alta was a subconsultant to Tetra on this
project.
Date: 2012 - Ongoing
Client: City of Pismo Beach, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach,
CA 93449, Mr. Eric Eldridge, 805-773-7041, eeldridge@
pismobeach.org
Key Personnel: Jason Fussel, Joseph Dietz
University of California at Santa Barbara (UCSB)
Professional Services Agreement
UCSB is expanding its faculty housing on a site
located on North Campus. As mitigation for the
biological impacts that would be generated by the
North Campus Faculty Housing Project, the California
Coastal Commission required UCSB to widen and
increase the capacity of Phelps Creek, install an emer-
gency access bridge over Phelps Creek, and improve
a bridge over Devereux Slough. Tetra Tech prepared
and assisted UCSB in obtaining permits required
under the Clean Water Act for the North Campus
Faculty Housing Project. Tetra Tech also prepared a
Biological Assessment and assisted in the completion
of Section 7 consultation for tidewater gobies found
in Phelps Creek, Tetra Tech also prepared the final
reports required by the Clean Water Act permits and
the Biological Opinion.
Date: 2015
Client: UCSB, Ms. Shari Hammond, Campus Planning &
Design, Facilities Management, Santa Barbara, CA 93106,
(805) 893-3796
Key Personnel: Michelle Bates, David Murray
fi
TETRA TECH
Clean Water Act Section 404 Permit Compliance
Assessments
Tetra Tech supported the US Army Corps of Engineers,
Los Angeles District, Regulatory Division, to assess
permittee compliance with 135 Clean Water Action
Section 404 permits issued within the boundaries of
the Los Angeles District. The purpose of these assess-
ments was to help the Regulatory Division clear its
backlog of permits by helping to determine the status
of permittee compliance with permit terms and condi-
tions. This project required a detailed comparison of
permittee activities relative to permit terms and condi-
tions. Where issues could not be rectified, Tetra Tech
documented its findings using the CAF.
Date: 2013 - 2015
Client: US Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles District,
Regulatory Division, Sophia Ma, Project Manager,
213.452.3357, Sophia.C.Ma@usace.army.mil
Key Personnel: Michelle Bates, David Murray
Conservation Work at Vandenberg Air Force
Base, California
Tetra Tech is currently providing natural and cultural
support services to Vandenberg AFB. Under this
contract, Tetra Tech has performed a variety of conser-
vation work, including protocol California red -legged
frog (CRLF) surveys, vernal pool habitat assessment,
assessing the impacts of cattle grazing on veldt grass
and Gaviota tarplant, updating their Wildland Fire
Management Plan, recommending restoration options
for previous sewage treatment ponds, preparing
a Programmatic Environmental Assessment for an
update to the Vandenberg AFB's Integrated Natural
Resources Management Plan, providing non-native
plant species removal and installation erosion control
measures in a recently burned area on base, and
implementing non-native plant species removal and
erosion control measures during the restoration of San
Antonio Creek, and the preparation of Environmental
Assessments under NEPA.
Date: 2010 - ongoing
Client: Vandenberg Air Force Base, Rhys Evans, 805-606-
4198, Rhys_evans@us.af.mil
Key Personnel: Michelle Bates, David Murray
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1
6
2
$1112o
Tk":Pmpem75%M9E
4
4
2
26
%
14
32
63
2
213
$25,457
Tad4A:7516SubmRbl
1
6
]
$11120
Teal PrepereMPSbE
2
4
2
15
41
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20
40
2
133
$15,636
Tad4.6:9mt SubmM l
1
6
1
$11120
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1
2
2
8
%
4
10
24
6]
$7,9W
Tuk44:Pnepam Omft SWPPP
I
20
12
4
37
$3,820
Tull Pm,em PWISWPM
1
]0
2
1
14
$1,530
Took £Pmf%9 MWpmMt
149
TaA5.1:11,mjeulefthed n
4
4
5
13
$2,032
TaA 5.2: 0.,ln4 Project Manual
W
16
20
%
$13,888
Tad5.3:0A/(K
24
16
40
$65208
SmR Hours
Stag labor
228
$20,480
1%
$15.688
130
$14,9W
82
$1,3W
18
$1,224
212
533,920
405
$44,5W
57
$10,830
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$21,250
16
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26
$2,130
20
$4,=
317
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33 18
$2,640 $3p%
6
Sew
68
$6,392
m
SI,SW
8
5520
3
$2W
22
$1,7W
1865
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$226,000
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$59,722
$4,]28
$6,445
$70,89s
$166,278
$1,054
$16,733
$19'065
$5,7W
$23,178
$254,960
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