HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-10-11 - AGENDA REPORTS - VIA PRINCESSA PARK PROJ P30336
Agenda Item:5
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: October 11, 2022
VIA PRINCESSA PARK, PROJECT P3033 - AWARD DESIGN
SUBJECT:
CONTRACT
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PRESENTER: Shannon Pickett
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
1. Extend the current contract and authorize an increased expenditure authority with Psomas
for design services for Via Princessa Park, Project P3033, in the amount of $3,952,362
and authorize a contingency in the amount of $395,236, for a total additional contract
amount not to exceed $4,347,598.
2. Execute a design services contract with the Southern California Regional Rail Authority
(operating as Metrolink) in the amount of $437,000 for plan and permit approvals,
training, flagman services, and design operations.
3. Award a professional services contract to MNS Engineers, Inc., to provide staff
augmentation for design review services for Via Princessa Park, Project P3033, in the
amount of $70,640 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $7,064, for a total
contract amount not to exceed $77,704.
4. Award a professional services contract to Michael Baker International, Inc., to provide
California Environmental Quality Act services for Via Princessa Park, Project P3033, in
the amount of $415,074 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $41,507, for a total
contract amount not to exceed $456,581.
5. Authorize the City Manager or designee to approve permitting fees and associated
contracts with sole source utilities and rail authorities for Via Princessa Park, Project
P3033, in a total amount not to exceed $600,000.
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6. Appropriate $1,000,000 from the Measure W Municipal Fund (Fund 271) to Via
Princessa Park Design Expenditure Account P3033271-516101.
7. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated
documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clarita (City) owns approximately 33 acres of property along the south bank of
the Santa Clara River, east of Whites Canyon Road and north of Via Princessa, as shown on the
Plan as a potential future park location within the community. The current demand within the
City for field use, tournaments, and special events far exceed the available multipurpose field
space. Additionally, in 2015, the site was identified in the Enhanced Watershed Management
Program Implementation Plan as a desirable location for a regional treatment facility to help
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anticipated future recreational needs and supports the Building and Creating Community theme
-year strategic plan, Santa Clarita 2025.
On August 30, 2021, a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a two-phase design was published for the
Via Princessa Park project. Phase 1 was a Master Plan and Access Study and Phase 2 is Final
Design and Construction Support. The RFP asked firms to identify their relevant experience with
similar projects and demonstrate their design approach for this project. As part of their RFP
response, each firm was asked to address the work effort and provide a separate cost for the Park
Master Plan and Access Study and Final Design and Construction Support. The final design
evaluated this information as part of the overall assessment of each firm during their review of
the proposals.
The City received three proposals and based on the evaluation criteria set forth in the proposal
for both phases and the recommendation by City staff, the Phase 1 Park Master Plan and Access
Study design contract was awarded to Psomas at the November 23, 2021, City Council meeting.
The Park Master Plan and Access Study was recently completed and includes the addition of
four full-sized multipurpose fields, the installation of sports field lighting, a playground, an
infiltration facility, a restroom building, landscaping and irrigation, and 33 additional parking
spaces. Also included is a grade-separated railroad undercrossing for pedestrian and vehicle
access from the existing parking lot to the proposed park location. Vehicle access will be
restricted to park maintenance, security, and emergency response vehicles only.
An extension of the current contract with Psomas for Phase 2 will provide for Final Design and
Construction Support necessary for the development of the future park. The scope includes
architectural, engineering, and landscape design services required to prepare construction
documents and provide bid assistance to support the proposed site improvements. The requested
design contingency will cover the costs of additional design efforts due to unforeseen conditions
or conflicts uncovered during site investigations and design coordination.
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California Government Code 4526 prescribes the selection of architectural and engineering
services to be based on demonstrated competence and professional qualifications necessary for
the satisfactory performance of the services required and does not authorize the selection of
professional architectural and engineering services based on cost. City staff was able to reach an
agreement with Psomas for a fair and reasonable price.
The additional appropriations will cover fees associated with the project, such as California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) services, staff augmentation for plan review, Envision
certification, Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) approval, and associated utility fees. The additional
appropriation will also cover the increase in railroad design fees due to the complexity of
coordination with Metrolink.
Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA) Design Services Agreement
A portio-of-way and will modify SCRRA facilities, thus
requiring a design service agreement between the City and SCRRA. The City will prepare design
plans and submit them to SCRRA for plan review and permit approvals. SCRRA will provide the
required training and flagging for design operations, such as surveying, utility investigation, and
geotechnical work.
Solicitation Process for As-Needed Staff Augmentation
In October 2019, the City conducted a formal RFP process to solicit proposals from qualified
firms to provide professional engineering services in eight categories of work on an as-needed
s ability to meet the specific needs of the City. The
RFP was downloaded by 137 companies and in the category of Staff Augmentation, nine
responses were received. Of those, six were selected to enter into multi-year as-needed contracts.
Among those was MNS Engineers, Inc.
MNS Engineers, Inc., was selected based on their pre-qualifications and availability to meet the
project deadlines and milestones. City staff recommends awarding MNS Engineers, Inc., a
professional services contract for staff augmentation services for the Via Princessa Park project.
Solicitation Process for As-Needed CEQA Services
In May 2020, following a formal RFP process for as-needed CEQA services, the City Council
awarded multi-year contracts to five consultants: Dudek, Michael Baker International, Inc., ICF
Jones & Stokes, Inc., Envicom Corporation, and SWCA Environmental Consultants. For the
CEQA needs of the Via Princessa Park project, staff requested proposals from the five
aforementioned consultants and received two responses. City staff reviewed and scored the firms
on a 100-point scale as follows:
Rank Company Location Score
1. Michael Baker International, Inc. Long Beach, CA 94
2. Dudek Pasadena, CA 85
The scoring system was based on the following criteria: an understanding of the scope and
similar projects, qualifications of the project team and their resources, and organization of the
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proposal. Michael Baker International, Inc., demonstrated an in-depth understanding of the
project needs and provided a detailed scope of work and approach to the project. The firm
identified key elements that will need to be addressed during the CEQA process. City staff
recommends awarding Michael Baker International, Inc., a professional services contract for
CEQA services for the Via Princessa Park project.
Agency Contracts and Permitting Fees
The additional requested spending authority will cover various anticipated permitting fees, not to
exceed $600,000 in the aggregate, associated with sole source utilities and rail authorities,
including, but not limited to, Los Angeles County, Southern California Edison, Santa Clarita
Valley Water Agency, and UPRR. These permitting fees are non-negotiable and are based on
established rates set by the agencies. Once the CEQA and permitting process is complete, staff
will request authorization from the City Council to obtain mitigation for the project.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
Upon approval of the recommended actions, budget amount in expenditure account P3033271-
516101 (Measure W Fund) will total $6,330,248 and would be available to support the
recommended contracts.
ATTACHMENTS
Location Map
Proposal for Psomas (available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
Proposal for MNS Engineers, Inc. (available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
SCRRA Design Support Fees (available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
Proposal for Michael Baker International (available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
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Ms. Leslie Frazier
City of Santa Clarita
23920 Valencia Blvd.
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Subject: Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Valencia, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
Dear Ms. Frazier:
Psomas is submitting the attached proposal for professional services for the subject project. Based on our
knowledge. we have developed the attached Scope of Services and associated fee to meet the project
requirements, as we understand them, as described in Exhibit "A" and Schedule "A" respectively (attached).
We look forward to working with you on this important project.
Sincerely,
PSOMAS
Jeremy Johnson, PE,
Project Manager
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Enclosures (7)
— Exhibit "A": Scope of Services
— Schedule "A": Fee Schedule
— Hourly Rates
— Billing Procedures
— Exhibit "A- I" Work Limit
— Exhibit "S" Topographic Survey Limits
— Attachments 1-6
EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Santa Clarita, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
August 16, 2022
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The City of Santa Clarita (client) wishes to construct a park at the existing Via Princessa Metrolink Station in
Santa Clarita, CA. Psomas has provided conceptual design and park master planning as part of an ongoing
contract. The city has requested a proposal for the next phase of the project which is to include preliminary design
and construction documents. The scope of work presented herein is based on the city's RFP 4CIP-21-22-07. The
project site lies north of Via Princessa, east of Whites Canyon Road, and south of the Santa Clara River, as
depicted on the attached Exhibit "A- I".
SCOPE OF WORK
Psomas agrees to furnish and perform the various professional services pertinent to the project specifically
outlined as follows:
Subtask 1.2: Document Research and Review
• Obtain UAV (drone) video of the entire project area for use during planning and project meetings, along
with video from the project perimeter. Include video of the drainage channel, parking lot, Whites Canyon
Road south bridge abutment slope, SCRRA/ Metrolink right of way, and westerly portions of the Cordova
Estates property, including the bank protection access road.
• Perform all utility coordination necessary to determine and identify locations of all existing underground
and overhead utilities within the project area, as well as future utility requirements. Underground
detection services will be used to help determine utility locations. Obtain available utility data from
record drawings and provide the information as part of the site base map for the project.
• Confer and coordinate with affected agencies and utility companies to identify design controls and
considerations necessary for plan preparation and approvals.
• For more specific underground detection scope, see Attachment 2.
Output
• Drone video of the project site, underground utility detection, utility agency coordination.
Subtask IA: Topographic Survey
Perform and coordinate all required topographic survey to complete the project from preliminary design
through construction documents. Research and compile all existing control data, including research of all
affected utility companies within the project area. The topographic survey will supplement the aerial
survey performed by others and provided to Psomas. The area of topographic survey will include the
existing parking lot, Metrolink station, railroad tracks, and area adjacent to the Cordova Estates. For
anticipated limits, see attached Exhibit "S".
All survey work shall be coordinated with all project subconsultants to ensure the control for the project is
consistent.
Output
0 Topographic field survey.
EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Santa Clarita, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
August 16, 2022
Subtask 1.5: Geotechnical Report
• Perform all necessary geotechnical, soil investigation, and engineering in support of the project's
preliminary design and environmental documents.
• All geotechnical work will need to follow SCRRA Right of Entry procedures and safety requirements.
• For more specific geotechnical report scope, see Attachment 1.
Output
• Geotechnical Report
Subtask 1.6: Potholing
Pothole and map existing utilities, including identification of any existing utilities that may be impacted
by the proposed grade separated crossing within the SCRRA Right of Way. Pothole information shall be
identified on the plans. We assume there will be no more than ten (10) potholes.
For more specific potholing scope, see Attachment 2.
Output
• Ten (10) potholes with pothole report.
Subtask 2.1: Monthly PDT Meetings (20 meetings)
Develop a Project Development Team (PDT). Members of the PDT shall include consultant and
subconsultants, as required, city staff, Metro, SCRRA/Metrolink, and other agency representatives and
project stakeholders as necessary.
Schedule and conduct twenty (20) monthly PDT meetings to review project schedules, concepts, plans,
and specifications. Assemble the agenda prior to each meeting and provide and distribute meeting
minutes afterwards.
Output
• Develop PDT, conduct (20) PDT meetings.
Subtask 2.2: Project Meetings and Management
Attend project meetings and provide project management on an ongoing basis during the preliminary
design phase and construction document phase of the project. Project meetings to include meetings with
City, design team, stakeholders, and agencies. Project management functions to include meeting agendas
and notes, invoicing, and internal and external coordination.
Output
0 Project management, coordination, design meetings.
EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Santa Clarita, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
August 16, 2022
Subtask 2.3: Schedule
• Within two (2) weeks of the Notice to Proceed (NTP), provide a detailed project baseline schedule
indicating milestones, major activities, and deliverables to the city for review and comment. Consultant
shall update the schedule, as needed.
Output
• Detailed project schedule.
Subtask 2.4: Quality Control and Railroad Safety
• Have a quality control plan in effect during the entire course of the project.
• Coordinate all on -site field activities which may pass through the SCRRA/Metrolink right of way, to
ensure active railroad safety training status and flagging when needed.
• For more specific railroad safety scope, see Attachment 3.
Output
• Quality Control Plan and Railroad Right of Entry Coordination,
Subtask 3.6: Certified Access Specialist Program (CASp) Report
Provide an interior and exterior site assessment of the existing restroom building and exterior site
improvements. The assessment should evaluate compliance of the existing improvements with current
disability access standards.
Output
• CASp Report
Subtask 3.7: Existing Restroom Facility Evaluation
Coordinate with the city's Building and Safety Department to evaluate restroom improvements needed to
bring restroom up to compliance with current codes.
Provide building improvement concept design plans. Incorporate any required restroom modifications
identified in the CASp Report.
It is assumed that the existing restroom will not be expanded due to the addition of a new restroom
building in the park.
Output
0 Restroom evaluation and Concept Design Plans.
EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Santa Clarita, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
August 16, 2022
Task 5: CEQA Support
• This task encompasses the items of work necessary to support the CEQA process related to the
development of the project.
• The Consultant will be required to provide coordination and professional services to aid the city in
preparing required CEQA documentation.
The consultant shall provide exhibits, as needed, in support of the project's technical studies.
Output
• Coordination with the city's CEQA consultant including providing previously prepared exhibits.
Task 6: Preliminary Design
Psomas shall assist the city during the design development phase of the project. Psomas shall prepare project
documents and provide the necessary deliverables for a 30% design milestone.
Create a preliminary site plan that demonstrates the size and relationship of the project components in conjunction
with the site constraints and topography. The site plan should encompass the entire project area, including
pedestrian and vehicle access roads, all site plan elements related to the infiltration facility and park, the revised
parking lot, new restroom building, and off -site improvements.
• Prepare architectural, structural, and M/E/P preliminary building plans.
• Coordinate with Planning, Building and Safety, Engineering Services, and Environmental Services to
evaluate potential building and parking lot upgrades, including but not limited to, undergrounding of
existing utilities, pavement replacement or overlay, signage, striping, upgraded light poles, LED lights,
EV charging stations, parking lot landscaping, and non -compliant building and site accessibility
improvements identified in the CASp report. The required upgrades shall be incorporated into the Site
Plan and Building Improvement Plans.
• Develop preliminary construction phasing proposed for the project.
• Prepare preliminary bank lining plans and culvert extension plans.
• Prepare Regional Infiltration System and Diversion Structure Plans and Calculations based on the design
elements established in the Measure W Feasibility Study.
• Prepare a preliminary rough grading plan with associated earthwork calculations based on proposed
construction phasing for the project.
• Prepare a preliminary fine grading, paving, and drainage plan.
• Provide a preliminary wet utility plan that includes storm drain, domestic water, sanitary sewer, and
irrigation for the site.
• Psomas to provide design of reconfiguration of existing ADA stalls at the existing parking lot and station.
• Psomas to provide design of 36" storm drain that is adjacent and just south of the existing railroad and
station.
0 Determine schedule and submittals for the city's "One -Stop" requirements.
EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Santa Clarita, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
August 16, 2022
• Complete necessary design documents for the project for submittal to the city's planning Development
Review Committee (DRC). Provide all necessary plan check copies required for DRC submittal. Scope
should include all design and submittals necessary to obtain DRC approval.
• Begin railroad engineering required for the project. Prepare preliminary SCRRA/ Metrolink Plans for the
grade separated railroad crossing, railroad expansion, and upgrades identified within the Existing Station
Concept Design and Study.
• Develop preliminary Low Impact Development/ nature -based storm water treatment strategies for
development of the project, including size and location of proposed BMPs.
• Develop a preliminary site lighting plan. Design should include sports field lighting, and all site
lighting locations and sizing, with supporting calculations.
• Prepare fiber optic plans from the city's fiber optic system at Weyerhauser Way and Via Princessa to
the proposed park site.
• Develop preliminary landscape plans.
• Incorporate the "nature -based" LID solutions from the Measure W application into the preliminary
design plans. Identify any additional "nature -based" opportunities that can be incorporated into the
project design.
• Prepare and provide all required Sustainability Certification requirements, if needed.
• Prepare a preliminary estimate of probable construction cost based on the program established in the
preliminary design.
• For more specific scope of services, see Attachments 3, 4, 5, and 6.
Output
• Preliminary (30%) Design Plans, Construction Phasing, Sustainability Certification Requirements, and
Cost Estimate.
• Constructability Evaluation and Constructability Review w/ city.
Task 7: Construction Documents
• Psomas shall prepare PS&E documents and provide the necessary deliverables at each specified design
milestone. Plans shall be prepared, reviewed and approved in phases based on the construction phasing
prepared by Psomas and approved by the city.
EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Santa Clarita, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
August 16, 2022
Subtask 7.1: Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E)
• Submit for plan review at 60%, 90%, 100% and final, and issue approved plans and specifications for
bidding. Provide all items required for submittal by the reviewing agencies.
• Submit at all milestones, an updated design schedule, construction schedule, plans, specifications, and
estimated construction costs.
• Provide coordination with required utility companies to assist with any additional upgrades or service
necessary to supply the project site.
• Prepare plans and calculations, based on the proposed project construction phasing, that include but are
not limited to the following:
• Bank lining plans for Santa Clara River and Honby Channel with supporting hydraulic
calculations.
• Honby Creek Culvert Extension plans with supporting hydrology and hydraulic
calculations.
• Honby Channel Improvement Plans.
• Regional infiltration system and associated diversion structure and storm drain plans
and calculations.
• Railroad improvement plans that include:
• Grade separated crossing with future double track.
• Architectural plans including lighting and sump pump design.
• Site Civil Plans
• Rough grading plan with associated earthwork calculations.
• Fine grading, paving, and drainage plan.
• Retaining wall plans.
• Wet utility plans including sewer, water, and storm drain.
• Utility composite plan.
• Parking lot improvement plans.
• Public street improvement plan.
• Temporary Culvert Diversion plan.
• Site lighting and electrical plans, with supporting calculations.
• Fiber optic plans.
• Landscape architectural plans.
• Site plan (includes, but not limited to, design of all park amenities such as
monument signage, benches, play structure, picnic tables, shade structures, trash/
recycle cans, trash enclosures, etc. All amenity features related to the infiltration
system, such as interpretive trails, pedestrian bridges, signage, etc. should also be
included).
• Hardscape materials and park amenities plan.
• Landscape plans and details.
EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Santa Clarita, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
August 16, 2022
Irrigation plans and details.
Plans shall include trees, plants, shrubs, hardscaping, irrigation design, details,
notes, and legends, and any selected Low Impact Development (LID) or nature -
based design features. All Landscape and irrigation plans shall conform to
AB1881.
Building plans for New Restroom Building
• Architectural plans
• Structural plans
• M/E/P plans
• Mechanical plans
• Plumbing plans
Building Plans for Upgrade of Existing Restroom Building
• Architectural plans
• M/E/P plans
• Prepare hydrology calculations and report in support of the project development to support the site
civil plans.
• Prepare catch basin sizing and storm drain pipe sizing calculations and report in support of the project
development.
• Prepare Final Drainage Report — see Attachment 5.
• Prepare a Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) for the project improvements per
the city's Municipal Code Chapter 17.95.
• Psomas to provide design of reconfiguration of existing ADA stalls at the existing parking lot and
station.
• Psomas to provide design of 36" storm drain that is adjacent and just south of the existing railroad and
station.
• Prepare preliminary storm runoff analysis subject to NPDES permit. Prepare a Storm Water Pollution
Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for all the construction activities. The preparation of the SWPPP shall be done
by a qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) and it shall meet all the requirements of the state's most current
version of the General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Construction Activities.
• Prepare a geotechnical report with the recommendations for the proposed project. Report shall include all
recommendations needed for final design of the project, including design and construction
recommendations for the proposed access road, earthwork including site preparation, excavation, and
placing of fill, backfill recommendations for the proposed culvert extension and railroad undercrossing,
foundation recommendations for new restroom building and retaining walls, and geotechnical work in
support of the existing on -site agricultural well. Task includes geotechnical site investigation, laboratory
testing, and preparation of the geotechnical report for review and acceptance by the city. Geotechnical
report shall be submitted to city's Engineering Services Division and Building & Safety for review,
comment, and acceptance.
EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Santa Clarita, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
August 16, 2022
• Provide accessory design as needed to support proposed public art for the project, at the city's request.
Attend meetings and provide coordination during the city's public art process.
• Consultant shall prepare specifications in a format consistent with the latest edition of the Standard
Specifications for Public Works Construction (SSPWC). For work items not adequately covered in the
SSPWC, project specific specifications shall be developed. Consultant shall furnish and compile Special
Provisions to include SCRRA Technical Specifications and Right of Entry approval procedures.
• Prepare specialized sports field specifications.
• Prepare and provide all required Sustainability Certification requirements.
• Prepare a construction cost estimate. The estimate should include a breakdown of costs for each item of
work and match the bid schedule, item by item, included in the specifications.
• For more specific scope of services, see Attachments 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6.
Output
Plans, specifications, cost estimates, calculations, reports, design schedule, construction schedule,
sustainability certification requirements and coordination provided at 60%, 90%, 100%, and final design
milestones.
Subtask 7.2: Easement Preparation
• Prepare all legal documents required for the construction of the vehicular access road and pedestrian
crossing, including temporary construction easements, slope easements, and access easements.
• Prepare legal descriptions, exhibit maps, and closure calculations signed and stamped by a licensed
surveyor.
• Prepare exhibits as needed for discussions with property owners, city management and city council.
• Prepare Metro license agreements and exhibits.
• Prepare SCRRA construction maintenance agreements.
Output
• Exhibits, legal descriptions, plats and agreements. This subtask is to be provided on a time and materials
basis.
EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Santa Clarita, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
August 16, 2022
Subtask 7.3: Plan Approvals and Permits
• Receive plan check approvals from all city divisions including but not limited to Planning, Traffic
Planning, Engineering Services, Building and Safety, Traffic, Transit, Urban Forestry, Landscape
Maintenance Division, Environmental Services, Recreation and Community Services, Park Maintenance,
and outside agencies such as Los Angeles County Fire, or as needed for construction permits.
• Obtain approval for bank lining plans from Los Angeles County Flood Control District (LACFCD)
• Obtain permits and approvals from SCRRA/ Metrolink, Metro, and the California Public Utilities
Commission (CPUC) for all work within the Metro Right of Way.
• Los Angeles County approvals for any associated storm drain permits.
• Obtain any necessary fire department approvals.
• Consultant to provide all documentation for the SWPPP permit. City will assemble the NOI for the
project.
• Finalize all required Sustainability Certification requirements.
• The consultant is to provide the city with an original and/or updated complete set of approved plans and
profiles, specifications, and estimate. Construction specifications shall be written specific to the project.
Output
Plan approvals and permits. This subtask is to be provided on a time and materials basis.
Subtask 7.4: Bid Meetings and Support
• Attend pre -bid conference
• Respond to bidders questions
• Write addendums in response to bidder questions and design changes.
• Analyze the bids and recommend lowest responsible bidder.
Output
• Meetings, coordination, and addendums to support the city during the bid phase.
Task 8: Public Outreach
PCLD to prepare, present, facilitate, document, and report two (2) open house style public outreach
meetings.
For more specific scope of services, see Attachment 4.
EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Proposal for Professional Services
Via Princessa Park
Santa Clarita, CA
Psomas Proposal No. 22-0647
August 16, 2022
Task 9: Virtual Rendering/31) Modeling
• PACE and PCLD will further refine the Via Princessa Park 3D model developed in the master planning
phase of the project.
• Modeling alternate design features for public input.
• Revisions to the preliminary phase model based on feedback from public, stakeholder, and city review.
• For more specific scope of services, see Attachments 4 and 5.
Task 10: Owner's Allowance
• Allowance for contingency scope that may arise, to be used solely at the city's discretion.
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Proposal No. 04-03391
Mr. Jeff Chess
Psomas
27220 Turnberry Lane, Suite 190
Valencia, California 91355
ATTACHMENT
Subject: Revised Proposal for Geotechnical Consulting Services
City of Santa Clarita Via Princessa Park
City of Santa Clarita, California
Dear Mr. Chess:
In accordance with your request, we are pleased to submit this revised proposal to provide
geotechnical consulting services for the City of Santa Clarita Via Princessa Park Project located in
the City of Santa Clarita, California. Our original and referenced proposal, dated September 24,
2021, has been revised to incorporate updated information we recently received from PSOMAS,
including review comments, updated concept planning, and scope of work task items. The Via
Princessa Park is approximately 25 acres of vacant land along the south bank of the Santa Clarita
River, east of Whites Canyon Road and north of the existing railroad tracks. The site is primarily
undeveloped with the embankment and south bridge abutment for Whites Canyon Road occupying
approximately 1 acre on the west end of the site. A drainage channel crosses the middle of the site
towards the Santa Clarita River. The railroad tracks bisect the site and include station facilities,
restrooms and parking.
Based on our review of the scope of work for Tasks 1.5 and 7.1, described in the referenced request
for proposals dated August 31, 2021 and recent our discussions with you, we understand that the
proposed work includes construction of four sports fields, lighting for the sports fields, shade
canopies, playground, amenity buildings for restrooms and security, infiltrating basins, bank
protection lining, vehicular access options at four locations, pedestrian and maintenance access
across the railroad right-of-way via undercrossing, service vehicle access across the railroad right-
of-way at grade, and a new pedestrian/maintenance vehicle crossing over the on -site drainage
channel, Honby Creek, by extending the existing culvert. Deep excavations are anticipated for the
railroad right-of-way undercrossing with relatively shallow grading for the sports fields and ancillary
improvements.
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Based on our review of regional geologic data and information, the site vicinity is underlain by
Holocene -age flood plain deposits consisting of unconsolidated alluvial sands with silt and gravel.
Historical high groundwater levels in the site vicinity is reported at approximately 15 feet below the
ground surface. As such, the site is located in an area mapped as being susceptible to seismically
induced liquefaction.
GEOTECHNICAL DESIGN SERVICES
The purpose of our geotechnical design services will be to evaluate the soil and geologic conditions
for the proposed Via Princessa Park in order to prepare design and construction recommendations
pertaining to the geotechnical aspects of the project. Based on our understanding of the project and
our experience with similar projects, our scope of services will be as follows:
• Project coordination, planning, and scheduling for subsurface exploration.
• Review of readily available background materials, including published geologic maps,
groundwater data, topographic maps, stereoscopic aerial photographs, and project -related
reports and/or plans provided by the client.
• Attendance of Southern California Regional Rail Authority/Metrolink railway safety training by
Ninyo & Moore representatives and our subcontractors.
• A field reconnaissance to mark the proposed boring locations for utility clearance and
coordination with Underground Service Alert.
• Perform subsurface exploration consisting of drilling, logging, and sampling of 18 small -diameter
borings to depths between 20 and 100 feet below the ground surface to evaluate the subsurface
soil conditions within the planned project limits. Two borings will be drilled to a depth of
approximately 100 feet to evaluate pedestrian crossing recommendations and liquefaction at the
rail road right-of-way. Four borings will be drilled to a depth of approximately 30 feet to support
creek bank stabilization recommendations. One boring drilled to a depth of approximately 50 feet
to evaluate creek crossing recommendations and liquefaction. The remaining borings will be
drilled to a depth of between 20 and 30 feet to evaluate amenity building foundations, lighting
foundations, shade canopies, vehicular access recommendations, and pavement
recommendations. The borings will be logged by a representative of our firm, and bulk and
relatively undisturbed soil samples will be collected at selected intervals for laboratory testing.
All borings will be backfilled with grout in accordance with County Health Department
requirements and the auger cuttings spread onsite. Our current scope and fee does not include
drumming and disposal of the soil cuttings.
• Cone penetrometer test soundings (CPTs) at 4 locations to evaluate the subsurface conditions
to depths of between 50 and 100 feet or refusal, whichever is shallower. The CPT operations will
be observed by a representative of our firm. Continuous soil profiles, including cone tip
resistance, sleeve friction, and pore pressure, will be recorded from the soundings. Shear wave
velocity tests will be performed at one location and the results recorded at approximately 2 to 3
foot intervals.
• Laboratory testing of representative soil samples to evaluate in -situ moisture content and density,
gradation, Atterberg Limits, expansion potential, sand equivalent, consolidation, shear strength,
R-value, soil cement mixing, and soil corrosivity.
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• Compile data and analyze the information obtained from our background review, subsurface
evaluation, and laboratory testing. Our geotechnical analyses and recommendations will include:
o Suitability of the park build for the proposed construction from a geotechnical perspective.
o Description of the geology and soils anticipated during construction, including geologic
hazards that may be present.
o Evaluation of the liquefaction potential at the site.
o Excavation characteristics of the on -site materials, including anticipated difficult excavation
and caving potential.
o Temporary shoring recommendations for deep excavation areas.
o Fill material and compaction requirements, including structural backfill, select backfill of
infiltration BMP facilities, bedding, pipe zone material and suitability of on -site soils for trench
backfill.
o Evaluation of soil cement mixing ratios for bank protection backfill requirements.
o Estimates for shrinkage/bulking during grading.
o Analysis of temporary stability of trench excavations.
o Analysis of pipe design criteria, including modulus of soil reaction.
o Foundation recommendations for proposed amenity buildings, vehicle and pedestrian
crossings, culvert extension, light standards, shade canopies, fences and signage, and
retaining walls.
o Pavement design for the vehicle and maintenance road.
o Evaluation of corrosion potential of on -site soils.
• Preparation of a geotechnical evaluation report presenting our findings, conclusions, and
recommendations for design and construction of the proposed project.
• Design consultation services, including attendance of up to 6 project design team meetings,
virtual and/or in -person, review of preliminary plans for rough grading and improvements, review
of design level rough grading and improvement plans, including preparation of up to 5 plan review
letters for design and construction of the proposed project.
ASSUMPTIONS
Based on our experience with similar projects, the following assumptions have been made in the
preparation of our scope of services
• Site access will be granted and truck -mounted drilling will be able to mobilize to the proposed
exploration locations during normal working hours (Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m.). If access is not provided during normal working hours, the work can be performed
during weekend hours for an additional fee. We have also assumed the boring locations are
accessible to standard truck -mounted drill rigs.
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• Encroachment permit fees from the City of Santa Clarita will be waived. Permit fees required to
be paid by Ninyo & Moore will be in addition to our estimated fee provided in Table 1.
• While our borings will be sighted outside of the railroad right-of-way, including fouling potential,
crossing of the at -grade right-of-way will require flagmen during drilling. Scheduling of the
flagmen will be coordinated through PSOMAS.
• Ninyo & Moore will be provided with substructure drawings indicating the locations of surface
improvements (curbs, gutters, sidewalks, fire hydrants, street light standards, traffic signals,
etc.) and substructures of record in the project site vicinity at a scale of 1 inch = 40 feet. These
drawings will be used to plot our proposed boring locations for permit acquisition and utility
clearance. We will also be provided with plans showing the locations of existing utilities. Ninyo &
Moore will not be responsible for damage to utilities not shown on the plans nor marked out by
Underground Service Alert.
• Our subcontractor for drilling and excavation services will be subject to prevailing wage
requirements.
• Our geotechnical evaluation will not include any sampling, testing, or chemical analysis of soil,
groundwater, surface water, or other materials for the purpose of evaluating possible hazards
or risks. These services can be provided upon request as an additional scope and fee.
• This proposal does not include geotechnical and materials testing services during construction.
A proposal for these services will be provided upon request.
SCHEDULE
Following receipt of the Notice to Proceed, Ninyo & Moore will commence the services described
herein. Assuming that there are no delays due to inclement weather or equipment availability, we
anticipate that our geotechnical field work will begin within approximately two weeks of receipt of the
permits and the completed railway safety training. We anticipate our field would can be completed
in five working days. Our laboratory testing will be completed approximately three weeks after
completion of the fieldwork. Our geotechnical report will be completed approximately three weeks
after completion of the laboratory testing. Preliminary design parameters can be provided upon
completion of the field work and laboratory testing upon request.
FEE
We propose to provide our geotechnical design services on a lump sum basis in accordance with
the attached Schedule of Fees and are summarized as follow:
• Task 1.5 Geotechnical Report $ 59,412
• Task 7.1 Construction Documents (Including Task 7.1.9) $ 19,614
• Subsurface Evaluation 38,210
Total Fee: $117,236
Detailed breakdowns of our fees are presented in the attached Table 1.
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Ninyo & Moore appreciates the opportunity to provide this proposal and we look forward to working
with you.
Respectfully submitted,
NINYO & MOORE
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Matthew R. Harrell, PG, CEG, QSD
Senior Project Geologist
MRH/KSY/DBC/mlc
Attachments: References
Table 1 — Breakdown of Fee
Schedule of Fees
Kurt S. YoshiiOZ
, PE, GE
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
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REFERENCES
City of Santa Clarita, 2021, Notice Inviting Proposals, Via Princessa Park, CIP-21-22-07,
August 31.
City of Santa Clarita, 2021, Updated Scope of Work, Via Princessa Park, CIP-21-22-07, received
September 14.
Ninyo & Moore, 2021, Proposal for Geotechnical Consulting Services, City of Santa Clarita Via
Princessa Park, City of Santa Clarita, California: Proposal No. 04-03391, dated
September 24.
Pacific Coast Land Design, 2022, Via Princessa Park Concept Plan, Via Princessa Park, Santa
Clarita, California, Project No. 21-020, dated March 30.
PSOMAS, 2022, Email Correspondence for Proposal Review Comments, received June 30.
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Professional Staff
Principal Engineer/Geologist/Environmental Scientist/Certified Industrial Hygienist $ 195
Senior Engineer/Geologist/Environmental Scientist $ 190
Senior Project Engineer/Geologist/Environmental Scientist $ 185
Project Engineer/Geologist/Environmental Scientist $ 175
Senior Staff Engineer/Geologist/Environmental Scientist $ 150
Staff Engineer/Geologist/Environmental Scientist $ 145
GIS Analyst $ 125
Technical Illustrator/CAD Operator $ 103
Field Staff
Certified Asbestos/Lead Technician $ 185
Field Operations Manager $ 125
Nondestructive Examination Technician (UT, MT, LP) $ 119
Supervisory Technician $ 115
Special Inspector (Concrete, Masonry, Structural Steel, Welding, and Fireproofing) $ 109
Senior Technician $ 108
Technician $ 103
Administrative Staff
Information Specialist $ 85
Geotechnical/Environmental/Laboratory Assistant $ 80
Data Processor $ 75
Concrete Coring Equipment (includes technician)
$
190/hr
Anchor Load Test Equipment (includes technician)
$
190/hr
GPR Equipment
$
180/hr
Inclinometer
$
100/hr
Hand Auger Equipment
$
80/hr
Rebar Locator (Pachometer)
$
25/hr
Vapor Emission Kit
$
65/kit
Nuclear Density Gauge
$
12/hr
X-Ray Fluorescence
$
70/hr
PID/FID
$
25/hr
Air Sampling Pump
$
10/hr
Field Vehicle
$
15/hr
Expert Witness Testimony
$
450/hr
Direct Expenses
Cost plus
15 %
Special equipment charges will be provided upon request.
For field and laboratory technicians and special inspectors, overtime rates at 1.5 times the regular rates will be charged
for work performed in excess of 8 hours in one day Monday through Friday and all day on Saturday. Rates at twice the
regular rates will be charged for all work in excess of 12 hours in one day, all day Sunday and on holidays.
Field technician and special inspection hours are charged at a 4-hour minimum, and 8-hour minimum for hours exceeding
4 hours.
Invoices are payable upon receipt. A service charge of 1.5 percent per month may be charged on accounts not paid
within 30 days.
Our rates will be adjusted in conjunction with the increase in the Prevailing Wage Determination during the life of the
project, as applicable.
The terms and conditions are included in Ninyo & Moore's Work Authorization and Agreement form.
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SOILS
Atterberg Limits, D 4318, CT 204...........................................................$
170
California Bearing Ratio (CBR), D 1883................................................$
550
Chloride and Sulfate Content, CT 417 & CT 422 ..................................
$
175
Consolidation, D 2435, CT 219_ __._........ ....... ...............................
__ $
300
Consolidation, Hydro -Collapse only, D 2435.....................................
$
150
Consolidation - Time Rate, D 2435, CT 219...........................................$
200
Direct Shear - Remolded, D 3080.........................................................$
350
Direct Shear - Undisturbed, D3080....................................................
.._$
300
Durability Index, CT 229.........................................................
$
175
Expansion Index, D 4829, IBC 18-3 ......... ..... ...... . ......
.. $
190
Expansion Potential (Method A), D 4546 _.. _ _.....................................
$
170
Geofabric Tensile and Elongation Test, D 4632....................................
$
200
. ...............
Hydraulic Conductivity, D5084....... .._ ._.. ..._....._.._$
350
Hydrometer Analysis, D 422, CT 203 .. .. __.. __.. __.................
$
220
Moisture, Ash, & Organic Matter of Peat/Organic Soils _....................$
120
Moisture Only, D 2216, CT 226................................................................$
35
Moisture and Density, D 2937...................................................................$
45
Permeability, CH, D 2434, CT 220............................................................$
300
pH and Resistivity, CT 643.....................................................................$
175
Proctor Density D1557, D 698, CT 216, AASHTO T-180.......................$
220
Proctor Density with Rock Correction D 1557.......................................
$
340
R-value, D 2844, CT 301.......................................................................
$
375
Sand Equivalent, D 2419, CT 217............................................................
$
125
Sieve Analysis, D 422, CT 202...............................................................
$
145
Sieve Analysis, 200 Wash, D 1140, CT 202............................................$
100
Specific Gravity, D 854 _ _.. __.............................................................$
125
Thermal Resistivity (ASTM 5334, IEEE 442)............................................$
925
Triaxial Shear, C.D, D 4767, T 297.........................................................$
550
Triaxial Shear, C.U., w/pore pressure, D 4767, T 2297 per pt ................$
450
Triaxial Shear, C.U., w/o pore pressure, D 4767, T 2297 per pt .....................
$
350
Triaxial Shear, U.U., D 2850.............................................................
$
250
Unconfined Compression, D 2166, T 208..............................................
$
180
MASONRY
Brick Absorption, 24-hour submersion, 5-hr boiling, 7-day, C 67............ $ 70
Brick Compression Test, C 67...................................................................$
55
Brick Efflorescence, C 67...........................................................................$
55
Brick Modulus of Rupture, C 67...............................................................$
50
Brick Moisture as received, C 67..........................................
$
45
Brick Saturation Coefficient, C 67.........................................................
$
60
Concrete Block Compression Test, 8x8x16, C 140 ...............................
$
70
Concrete Block Conformance Package, C 90.......................................
$
500
Concrete Block Linear Shrinkage, C 426..........................................
$
200
Concrete Block Unit Weight and Absorption, C 140 ...........................$
70
Cores, Compression or Shear Bond, CA Code ............................
$
70
Masonry Grout, 3x3x6 prism compression, C 39... ..._......................_.
$
45
Masonry Mortar, 2x4 cylinder compression, C 109 _ ...... ......
...... ___ $
35
Masonry Prism, half size, compression, C 1019 _....................
_ __ $
120
Masonry Prism, Full size, compression, C 1019.................................
_ $
200
REINFORCING AND STRUCTURAL STEEL
Chemical Analysis, A 36, A 615.................................................................$
135
Fireproofing Density Test, UBC 7-6 ..........................................................$
90
Hardness Test, Rockwell, A 370...............................................................$
80
High Strength Bolt, Nut & Washer Conformance,
per assembly, A 325 ...................... ............................... __
_ _- $
150
Mechanically Spliced Reinforcing Tensile Test, ACI ..............................
$
175
Pre -Stress Strand (7 wire), A 416 _ _. _ _....................................... .......................................
$
170
Reinforcing Tensile or Bend up to No.11, A 615 & A 706_ _. _ ._..
_ _ _. $
75
Structural Steel Tensile Test: Up to 200,000 lbs., A 370, _ _.......
_ _. $
90
Welded Reinforcing Tensile Test: Up to No- 11 bars, ACI ........
...... _ $
80
CONCRETE
Compression Tests, 6x12 Cylinder, C 39..................................................
$
35
Concrete Mix Design Review, Job Spec ....................................................
$
300
Concrete Mix Design, per Trial Batch, 6 cylinder, ACI ...............................
$
850
Concrete Cores, Compression (excludes sampling), C 42 .....................
$
120
Drying Shrinkage, C 157 ...... . .............. ......... ...........
$
400
FlexuralTest, C 78.......................................................................................
$
85
Flexural Test, C 293....................................................................................
$
85
Flexural Test, CT 523...................................................................................
$
95
Gunite/Shotcrete, Panels, 3 cut cores per panel and test, ACI .................
$
275
Lightweight Concrete Fill, Compression, C 495 ..........................
$
80
Petrographic Analysis, C 856, _... __........................................................
$ 2,000
Restrained Expansion of Shrinkage Compensation .................................
$
450
Splitting Tensile Strength, C496..... ...... ..............................................
. $
100
3x6 Grout, (CLSM), C 39.......................................................................
$
55
2x2x2 Non -Shrink Grout, C 109..................................................................
$
55
ASPHALT
Air Voids, T269 _._.... ... ......................................................... ......
... $
85
Asphalt Mix Design, Caltrans (incl. Aggregate Quality) .............................
$ 4,500
Asphalt Mix Design Review, Job Spec .. .... ...... ......................................
$
180
Dust Proportioning, CT LPG .. ............................................
$
85
Extraction, % Asphalt, including Gradation, D 2172, CT 382....................
$
250
Extraction, % Asphalt without Gradation, D 2172, CT 382........................
$
150
Film Stripping, CT302..... __..___._........._......................._....$
120
Hveem Stability and Unit Weight D 1560, T 246, CT 366 ........................
$
225
Marshall Stability, Flow and Unit Weight, T 245....................... _............
$
240
Maximum Theoretical Unit Weight, D 2041, CT 309.................................
. $
150
Moisture Content, CT 370...........................................................................
$
95
Moisture Susceptibility and Tensile Stress Ratio, T 238, CT 371 ............
$ 1,000
Slurry Wet Track Abrasion, D 3910 .................
$
150
Superpave, Asphalt Mix Verification (incl. Aggregate Quality) ................
$ 4,900
Superpave, Gyratory Unit Wt., T 312............ _.. _ .. _ _ _........................
$
100
Superpave, Hamburg Wheel, 20,000 passes, T 324............................
.. $
1,000
Unit Weight sample or core, D 2726, CT 308.................................. .....
__ $
100
Voids in Mineral Aggregate, (VMA) CT LP-2...........................................
$
90
Voids filled with Asphalt, (VFA) CT LP-3....................................................
$
90
Wax Density, D 1188
$
140
AGGREGATES
Clay Lumps and Friable Particles, C 142 ........................... _... _..
. ... $
180
Cleanness Value, CT 227...........................................................................
$
180
Crushed Particles, CT 205..... _.... .... ..................................................
.... $
175
Durability, Coarse or Fine, CT 229.........................................
$
205
Fine Aggregate Angularity, ASTM C 1252, T 304, CT 234 ......................
$
180
Flat and Elongated Particle, D 4791...........................................................
$
220
Lightweight Particles, C 123 ._..._..................................._......_..................$
180
Los Angeles Abrasion, C 131 or C 535.... .... _ .... _..................................$
200
Material Finer than No. 200 Sieve by Washing, C 117 ..............................
$
90
Organic Impurities, C40 . ..... I..__.............I....................
$
90
Potential Alkali Reactivity, Mortar Bar Method, Coarse, C 1260...............
$ 1,250
Potential Alkali Reactivity, Mortar Bar Method, Fine, C 1260....................
$
950
Potential Reactivity of Aggregate (Chemical Method), C 289 ...................
$
475
Sand Equivalent, T 176, CT217.__ ...__ ... ....._....................._._..........$
125
Sieve Analysis, Coarse Aggregate, T 27, C 136.......................................
$
120
Sieve Analysis, Fine Aggregate (including wash), T 27, C 136 ................
$
145
Sodium Sulfate Soundness, C 88........ ..............................................
$
450
Specific Gravity and Absorption, Coarse, C 127, CT 206 .........................
$
115
Specific Gravity and Absorption, Fine, C 128, CT 207 .........._......
$
175
ROOFING
Roofing Tile Absorption, (set of 5), C 67 ........... $ 250
Roofing Tile Strength Test, (set of 5), C 67 .... $ 250
Special preparation of standard test specimens will be charged at the technician's hourly rate.
Ninyo & Moore is accredited to perform the AASHTO equivalent of many ASTM test procedures.
Ninyo & Moore 12021 Laboratory Testing
IATTACHMENT 2 I
September 29, 2021 Submitted By:
Client: Psomas
Attn: Vincent Lungari
Project: 19201 Via Princessa, Santa Clarita, CA
Anna Maria Sanchez
480-561-3907
Annamaria.sanchez@gprsinc.com
GPRS appreciates the opportunity to provide this proposal. I encourage you to visit our website (www.gprsinc.com) and contact any
of the numerous references listed. Our insurance certificate and W-9 can also be downloaded here. Please feel free to contact me if
you have any questions, or if you need additional information.
SCOPE OF WORK
We understand the scope to be to search for underground utilities in the area outlined in red, approximately 11 acres, as shown in
the image provided by the client on page 2. We will attempt to trace any utilities for which there are structures visible from the work
area. Utilities will be marked on the surface using paint, flags, or other appropriate means. The client will be responsible to provide
drawings or notify GPRS of any utilities known to be entering the work area for which there are no apparent surface features or
structures that are visible from the work area. The areas should be laid out, marked, and cleared of obstructions prior to our arrival in
order to avoid additional charges. Please visit www.simspec.org for an overview of our industry -leading best practices that will be
applied to this project.
PnTHnI INC,
The scope of work will also consist of potholing (10) locations. At this time, potholing locations are unknown
EQUIPMENT
• Underground Scanning GPR Antenna. The antenna frequencies range from 250 MHz-450 MHz is mounted in a stroller frame which rolls over the
surface. The surface needs to be reasonably smooth and unobstructed in order to obtain readable scans. Obstructions such as curbs, landscaping, and
vegetation will limit the feasibility of GPR. The data is displayed on a screen and marked in the field in real time. The total depth achieved can be as much
as 8' or more with this antenna but can vary widely depending on the types of materials being scanned through. Some soil types such as clay may limit
maximum depths to 3' or less. As depth increases, targets must be larger in order to be detected and non-metallic targets can be especially difficult to
locate. Depths provided should always be treated as estimates as their accuracy can be affected by multiple factors. For more information, please visit: Link
• Electromagnetic Pipe Locator. The EM locator can passively detect the signals from live AC power or radio signals travelling along some conductive
utilities. It can also be used in conjunction with a transmitter to connect directly to accessible, metallic pipes, risers, or tracer wires. A current is sent through
the pipe or tracer wire at a specific frequency and the resulting signal can then be detected by the receiver. A utility's ability to be located depends on a
variety of factors including access to the utility, conductivity, grounding, interference from other utilities, and many others. Depths provided should always
be treated as estimates as their accuracy can be affected by multiple factors. For more information, please visit: Link
• Traceable Rodder. The rodder has a copper wire encased in fiberglass. The line is pushed through accessible pipes before placing a current on the wire
and the signal is then traced from the surface. The maximum traceable depth is 10' depending on the soil conditions and the maximum distance is 200'.
The line can be pushed through a pipe with direct access such as a sewer line at a cleanout or a storm drain catch basin. It may not be able to be pushed
through deeper pipes within manholes. Electrical conduits will not be accessed by GPRS. The signal cannot be located through metallic pipes. For more
information, please visit: Link
• GPS. This handheld GPS unit offers accuracy down to 4 inches, however, the accuracy achieved will depend on the satellite environment at the time of
collection and should not be considered to be survey -grade. Features can be collected as points, lines, or areas and then exported as a KML/KMZ or overlaid
on a CAD drawing. For more information, please visit: Link
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DESCRIPTION
PRICE
SCANNING/FIELD MARKINGS
Described on Pagel Prevailing Wage
$16,000
POTHOLING SERVICE
Potholing Services — (10) Locations
Item Qty Unit Price Total
Mob/Demob 4 $1,040 $4,160
Daylighting 4 $2,438 $9,752
"Soft Terrain" 1 $650 $650
track matt's
for soft soil conditions
PW —8 hrs onsite 4 $1,235 $4,940
(2-man crew)
Per Diem Air Knife 4 $455 $1,820
SCRRA Training (2) 3 $618 $1,854
men
$23,176
Additional Fees (as needed)
Saw Cut up to 24"x24" $104
Sand/Gravel Backfill $17
Asphalt Cold Patch $20
Roll of Visquine $195
* to protect under equipment
Portable Restroom Rental $593
(including pickup and delivery)
PW-Per Man OT $260
Cancellation Fee $1,950
MOBILIZATION
Included
Included
GPS MAP
Findings will be collected with GPS and displayed with an aerial image background.
Included
Results are not survey -grade accuracy. See example: Link
EST TOTAL
*Preliminary estimate based on the information provided at the time of
this proposal. Cost subject to change depending on actual site conditions,
*$39,176
pothole locations, and restoration requirements.
OPTIONAL SERVICES (INITIAL IF DESIRED)
FORMAL REPORT
Detailed report of findings with photos, example data, and a site sketch (if applicable)
in addition to the basic summary report that is included with everyjob. See example:
Initia $600
Link
CAD DRAWING
Findings will be drafted in CAD with an aerial image background. A linework version
will also be provided if the client provides an existing drawing. Results are not survey-
Initial_ $2,950
grade accuracy. See example: Link
* This price assumes that we will be given access to perform the work during normal, weekday business hours (7am-5pm).
* As-builts and any other applicable drawings should be made available to GPRS prior to the project if possible.
* A thorough utility search can only be completed if GPRS is given access to all utility structures, interior and exterior. This service is never a replacement for the
use of the state One Call system (811).
* All of our technicians have OSHA-10 safety training or greater. Site -specific safety training is not included in this quote. Please notify us if this project requires
additional safety training.
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EXHIBIT 1- POTHOLING
Assumptions
1) This IS a prevailing wage job.
2) Traffic Control will be provided by client if required.
3) If refusal is encountered, the project may be continued on a time and material basis or at GPRS discretion.
4) Client is responsible for site access.
5) Client will provide Porta Potty or restroom facilities. GPRS can provide Portable Restrooms at an additional cost if need be.
6) There is a $1500.00 cancellation fee for projects cancelled less than 48 hours from scheduled start time.
7) Add an additional $1500 per day per rig for drilling on the weekend or at night.
8) Water will be made available by Client
9) GPRS can park equipment and stage all materials onsite during the duration of the project.
10) Client will survey and mark locations, call dig alert and add GPRS to the Dig Alert Ticket at least 48 hours prior to GPRS mobilizing onsite.
11) GPRS is a non union drilling company. This bid does not include any additional union fees or costs necessary to enroll employees in the union. This would be done
at an additional cost if needed.
12) Any site specific training will be billed at $350 per hour if needed.
13) All changes to original scope will be subject to additional project costs
14) 48-hour cancellation fee applies
15) All locations to be backfilled with soil cuttings
WAIVER OF HAND AUGERING/ AIR KNIFING REQUIREMENTS
It is GPRS policy to clear borings using either hand augers or air knifing to a depth of at least 5 feet below ground surface (bgs) prior to advancing the borings. By signing
this document, Client specifically waives this requirement. In addition, Client expressly agrees that, in the event any underground utilities or other structures, materials
or items are encountered from 0 to 5 feet bgs, Client assumes all responsibility for any damage to such utilities, structures, materials or items. Client further agrees to
indemnify and save harmless ABC Liovin Drilling, Inc from any and all costs, expenses, damages, charges, claims, demands or liabilities whatsoever, arising from any
damage to underground utilities, structure, materials or items occurring between 0 to 5 feet. By signing this document, Client Representative warrants and represents
that he or she has express authority to bind Client to this document.
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This proposal is subject to the General Terms and Conditions for Services of Ground Penetrating Radar Systems, LLC posted at Link
(the "Terms and Conditions") and is hereby incorporated by reference into and made a part of this proposal. Customer
acknowledges it has read and agrees to be bound by such Terms and Conditions. In the event of any conflict between the terms of
this proposal and the Terms and Conditions, the Terms and Conditions will prevail. Customer also acknowledges that Ground
Penetrating Radar Systems, LLC may, from time to time and at its discretion, modify the Terms and Conditions and Customer agrees
to be bound by such Terms and Conditions as modified.
PROPOSAL -SPECIFIC TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Customer agrees to meet and perform all requirements described in this document and has fully read and understands all items listed within this document.
2. It is the customer's responsibility to prepare the site for scanning, including clearly identifying areas to be scanned, securing access to all areas required for
scanning, and keeping these areas clear and free of obstructions. Delays caused by customer's failure to do so may result in an increased price.
3. GPRS does not conduct an investigation, analysis, or interpretation of soil composition, soil/concrete conditions, or geophysical, geological, engineering, or
land surveying information. Customer acknowledges it understands that we are merely reporting retrieved data and that we do NOT provide geophysical,
geological, engineering, or land surveying services. Customer should contact a professional in those fields if such services are needed.
4. If for some reason the technician arrives on site and the work is cancelled there will be a charge of $500.00 per requested technician.
ACCEPTED AND AGREED:
Billing Company Name:
Billing Address:
Company Phone/Email:
PO#: Job#:
Print Name: Signature Date:
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ATTACHMENT 3 1 August 30, 2022
Project: CIP-21-22-07 — City of Santa Clarita - Via Princessa Park
Subject: Scope and Fee Proposal for Professional Engineering Services — 30% Through Bid
Support
City of Santa Clarita
23920 Valencia Boulevard
Santa Clarita, CA 91335
To Whom It May Concern:
RailPros is pleased to provide you this cost proposal for Professional Engineering Services for
the Concept Design and Studies on Via Princessa Park in the City of Santa Clarita. This proposal
is based on the details in RFP # CIP- 21-22-07 and comments from the City and Prime in March.
RailPros is proposing to provide the following services for the portions covered only in the
Railroad Right -of -Way and South of the Railroad Right -of -Way.
- Project Management & Stakeholder Coordination
- Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) - Preliminary and Final Design
- Bid Support
Optionally, at City's request, RailPros can provide these services (excluded herein):
- Construction Support (Design Services During Construction)
RailPros proposes to complete this work on a time and materials based on the Fee Breakdown
attached. All work herein is limited to the hours and costs shown on the Fee Breakdown
attached.
The Scope of Work and Cost Estimate attached hereto and made apart here of this proposal
shall be valid for 100 days from the August 30, 2022. RailPros can start work within 5 days of
receiving a formal notice to proceed (NTP).
Sincerely,
Doug Sawyer
Danielle Libring
Senior Vice President
Project Manager
RAILPROS, INC.
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Scope of Work
1 Document Research and Review
Site Visit
RailPros team will perform site visit during the final design to confirm physical features of the
existing station and at -grade pedestrian and private vehicular crossings.
Activities and Deliverables
• Activities:
o Perform site visit
• Deliverables:
o Site visit pictures and summary notes
Task Assumptions
o Assume that RailPros will study and examine the south side of the project (South of
Railroad Right of Way, the north side will be performed by others)
o Assumes one (1) full day for each site visit
o Assumes (1) total site visits
2 Project Management & Stakeholders Coordination
RailPros' Project Manager will lead the station technical efforts, including supporting the Prime's
direction of Station consultants.
The Project Manager shall conduct, oversee and manage the performance of the work including:
o Coordination of the development of the overall work tasks
o Management of the Station schedule, budget, staff resources
o Reporting work progress and schedule updates to the Client Project Manager
o Attending Project Development Team (PDT) meetings.
Prior to the start of work, the RailPros Team will furnish the Station consultants the appropriate
SCRRA forms, manuals, and criteria to ensure uniformity of all project documents.
2.1 PDT Meetings
Meetings — PDT
RailPros will attend Project Development meeting with the city and other stakeholder as
requested.
Activities and Deliverables
• Activities:
o Attend PDT meetings
• Deliverables:
o None
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Task Assumptions
• Assume the project duration is 24 months for final design and 4 month bid support with
monthly PDT meetings (20 total PDT meetings)
o Assumes that RailPros will attend all of these virtually
• Assumes RailPros Station Lead or Discipline Lead will attend meetings
• Assumes all agenda, attachments/prints, and meeting minutes will be completed and
provided by the Prime.
• Excludes preparation and minutes review
2.2 Overall Project Management and Coordination
As the lead for the station design, RailPros will provide a general project management of the
station's side, that includes coordinating with the architecture and MEP consultants on upgrades
for the station platform and tunnel (Restroom will be coordinated by Prime). The station project
management task will include project controls such as tracking budget, scope and schedule.
RailPros will adhere to the QA/QC plan that meets SCRRA's Quality Management Plan
Requirements. RailPros will attend technical meetings with City staff and participate in
Prime/Consultants design meeting and other agencies and stakeholders.
Activities and Deliverables
• Activities:
o Project Controls- Cost, Scope, Quality, Risk,QA/QC
o Coordinate design process with design team and park design team
o Attend Technical meetings
o Attend Prime/Design Team Meetings
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• Deliverables:
o N/A
Task Assumptions
o RailPros assumes our standard QA/QC Plan can be used for this project
o Assumes SCRRA's Quality Control Process will be acceptable to the City for the station
work
o Assumes CADD file within SCRRA ROW will follow SCRRA CAD standards and preferred
CADD software
o Assumes any survey conversions, base file, topo or any conversions to be an SCRRA
format will be prepared by others unless otherwise noted
o RailPros to review and provide agenda and minutes and provide comments as applicable
o Coordination with architecture include overseeing the work, but necessary formal plan
checking, Assumes the prime consultant will take the plan checking responsibility
o Assume sixteen (16) technical City meetings
o Assumes that RailPros will attend technical meetings virtually
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o Assumes twenty four (24) City/Prime/Design Team meetings
o Assumes that RailPros will attend all Prime team coordination meetings virtually
o Assume Prime/Design virtual meeting are 30 min meetings
o Assumes RailPros Station Lead or Discipline Lead will attend meetings
o Assumes all agenda, attachments/prints, and meeting minutes will be completed and
provided by the Prime.
Exclusions
o Flagging/RWIC Services
o Developing ROE Permit Forms/Application (these will be filled out by others)
o Contaminated Soil Investigation and Report
o Excludes Division of state architect approval (assumes it is not required)
o Excludes Monthly Progress Report Input
2.3 Schedule
RailPros will provide input to the schedule updates on the work performed in the railroad right-
of-way and on the south side of the project
Activities and Deliverables
• Activities:
o Provide input to schedule updates as requested
o Notify the City for any delay in permits and reviews
• DalivPrahlPs-
o Schedule input as requested (Schedule prepared by others)
2.5 Stakeholder Related Tasks
RailPros will coordinate the underpass design and construction work with SCRRA, CPUC, Metro
and private crossing owner, wet utility owners, County, Fire Department, etc. The coordination
will include diagnostic meeting and prediagnostic meeting, CPUC documentation and CPUC
application and private crossing license and lease agreements, Construction and maintenance
agreements, station agreement and Railroad signal coordination, identifying TCE, and develop
any requests for special Design consideration forms on behalf of the City.
Activities and Deliverables
o Subtask 2.5.1: Coordinate with SCRRA on right of entry permits (survey, geotechnical,
potholing, infiltration)
o Subtask 2.5.2: CPUC Diagnsotic Meeting & GO 88-B Application
o RailPros will assist the City with California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
coordination which include preparing exhibits for the diagnsotic meeting, formal
application, and the at grade pedestrian crossing closure
o Prepare necessary Diagnostic meeting and prediagnostic exhibits and documents
o Coordinate with stakeholders to set up a diagnostic meeting date
o Attend the diagnostic meeting in the field (including preparing agenda, meeting
minutes)
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o Prepare and file diagnostic meeting minutes
o Revise and incorporate diagnostic meeting minutes comments
o Address comment for the diagnostic meeting and revise the design accordingly
o Coordination with CPUC on closure of the existing at grade pedestrian crossing
o Subtask 2.5.2: Licenses, Agreements and Leases Preparation
o Review and Support the Metro license agreements and exhibits (by others)
o Provide technical review of the Underpass Construction and Maintenance
agreement (by others)
o Provide technical review of the Station Construction and Maintenance
agreement (by others)
o Provide technical review of the Private Crossing license, lease and Construction
and Maintenance agreement (by others)
o Subtask 2.5.4: Stakeholder General Coordination
o RailPros will lead and support the City with all stakeholders coordination (related
to railroad items only). The stakeholders will include (Metro, County, private
crossing owner, County Fire department, private business, Honby Creek, County
Basin, etc)
o Preparing meeting agendas and meeting minutes
o Subtask 2.5.5: Coordinate Railroad signal with SCRRA at each submittal stage
o Subtask 2.5.6: Prepare SCRRA Request for Special design Considerations (DPM form 13)
o Deliverables:
o Stakeholders meeting agenda, exhibits, and formal meeting minutes
o Prepare five (5) SCRRA DPM form 13 Requests
o CPUC Diagnostic and Prediagnostic meetings agendas, exhibits, and formal
meeting minutes
o Prepare one GO 88-B for the underpass and removal of the at -grade ped crossing
Task Assumptions
o Assumes City will lead all public outreach meetings and coordination with private
crossing owner, private businesses, Honby Creek, County Basin and County Fire
Department
o Assumes a total of five (5) right of entry permits are required for the project
(geotechnical, survey, potholing and infiltration basin work)
o Assume five (5) total SCRRA special Design Consideration Requests with two (2)
iterations each
o Assumes twenty four (24) general stakeholders meetings (held virtually)
o Assumes one (1) field diagnostic meeting will be required
o Assume one (1) prediagnostic meeting will be required (held virtually)
o Assumes no FRA Coordination
o Assumes technical support only in developing all agreements, leases, and licenses
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o Assumes no meeting agenda is required for City council meetings or property owner
discussions
o All hours are limited to the amount shown on the fee breakdown
Exclusions
o Excludes Park related items coordination
o Excludes geotechnical services (provided by others)
o Excludes potholing services (provided by others)
o Excludes survey services (provided by others)
o Assumes there are no impacts to the existing SCRRA MPLS connection to the ticket
vending machines
o Excludes Basin Storm Drain Modifications Coordination (provided by Prime)
o Excludes FRA coordination or meetings
o Excludes preparing legal description, exhibits maps (survey and legal description), and
closure calculations for all agreements (provided by others)
o Excludes Form G with CPUC (will occur after construction
5 CEQA Support
5.3 Environmental Review
RailPros will provide minor support through the environmental process.
Activities
• Minor as -needed coordination and answering any questions (limited to the hours in fee
matrix)
Exclusions
• Participating in public scoping meetings (virtually or in -person)
• Stakeholder coordination related to environmental scope of work (by others)
• Preparing exhibits, writeups (prepared by others)
Task 6-7: Plans, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) (Preliminary and Final
Design)
During this phase, RailPros will advance and build on the decisions made during the Conceptual
Design and Studies phase of the project, provide a construction cost estimate, quantities,
calculations, reports, exhibits and furnish specifications and special provisions as they relate to
work performed by RailPros. The RailPros team will prepare PS&E documents and provide the
necessary deliverables at each specified design milestone. Plans will be prepared, reviewed,
and approved in phases based on the construction phasing prepared by the Consultant and
approved by the City and SCRRA.
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• Deliverables:
o Basis of Design Report
o 30% Plans and Estimate
0 60% Plans, Specifications, and Estimate
0 90% Plans, Specifications, and Estimate
0 100% Plans, Specifications, and Estimate
o Final Plans, Specifications, and Estimate
General Sheets
RailPros team will develop General Sheets Plans (Railroad related only). The general sheets will
include an overview of the project sheets, sheet count, general notes from City and Railroad
owners, as well as any directions or special considerations to the contractor
Activities and Deliverables
o Activities:
o Prepare General Sheet Plans that are detailed include project overview sheets
and general notes, vicinity and project location maps
o Deliverables:
o General Sheet and Plans
Task Assumptions
o Assumes General Sheets will be prepared per SCRRA DPM form 34 and form 35
o Assumes SCRRA General notes will govern the work performed within the SCRRA ROW
Exclusions
o Park general sheet plans (provided by others)
o Non -rail fiber design/coordination through the underpass
Construction Phasing and Constructability
RailPros team will develop Construction and Phasing Plans to accomplish all construction rail -
related improvement plans in accordance with engineering standards and the typical
construction approach of SCRRA and the recommended practices of the American Railroad
Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association (AREMA). In addition to the Phasing Plans,
the RailPros team will provide a Constructability review of plans during the 90%, 100%, and
Final plan phases. Phasing plans and Constructability review will take into account approved
and accepted methods with SCRRA, minimal disturbance to the railroad operations and Via
Princessa Station users and Metrolink train riders.
Activities and Deliverables
o Activities:
o Prepare Phasing Plans that are detailed and to scale that define the limits and
type of work at each phase and work windows required work windows
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o Discussion and determination of acceptable work windows with SCRRA
o Identify proposed laydowns areas limits
o Constructability Analysis to confirm feasible construction technology and
simplify the design in order to minimize cost and meet the schedule
o Deliverables:
o Phasing Plans (in detail and to scale)
■ SCRRA Phasing and Work windows meeting agenda and meeting minutes
o Constructability Review
■ Provide 90%,100%, and Final Constructability review
Task Assumptions
o Assumes Phasing plans to be to scale and may not include all details (major work
elements and work activities that affect limits)
o Assumes 1 meetings to gain consensus with SCRRA on the work windows (held virtually)
o Assumes 1 field meetings to confirm existing features and phasing plans
o All hours are limited to the amount shown on the fee breakdown
Exclusions
o Park phasing plans (provided by others)
o Constructability review of the park -related elements (provided by others)
Station Civil
RailPros team will develop final plans, specifications and estimates to bid for the vehicular and
pedestrian underpass. Design will include ramps and tunnel layout and profiles, the pedestrian
walkways and pedestrian ramps, parking stalls relocations and modifications. RailPros team will
develop relocation storm drain plans for the 30" RCP that conflicts with the proposed
Underpass Ramps.
Activities and Deliverables
o Activities:
o Site Civil Plans
■ Rough and Fine Grading (including earth work calculations)
■ Tunnel and Ramps Plans (including layout, profiles, cross sections,
pedestrian walkway, sump pump)
■ Prepare Quantities, specification, quantities, and engineers estimate
o Private Access vehicle rehabilitation plans (if needed)
■ Rough grading and Fine Grading (including earth work calculations)
■ Rehab Plans (including layout, cross-section, profile, concrete panels,
drainage)
■ Prepare Quantities, specifications, quantities, and engineers estimate
o Review Potholing Plan and Report (Pothole Report and Plan are prepared by
others)
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o Studying and evaluating the recommended upgrades for the station and
platform to bring to current Metrolink standards, rough order of magnitude
construction estimating using comparable stations for estimating (limited to the
hours provided in the fee breakdown)
o Deliverables:
o Site Civil PS&E (grading, layout, cross section, profiles, walkway, ramps)
o Private Access Vehicle Rehab Plans PS&E (grading, profiles, layout, cross
sections)
Task Assumptions
o Assumes tunnel will drain north and sump pump will be used to pick drainage to park
site where it will be picked up by park drainage plans.
o Assumes City has obtained consensus with SCRRA on the vehicle crossing
o Assumes update to vehicle crossing will include (concrete panel, concrete ties)
o Assumes no further modifications to the parking lot beyond the improvement needed
from the grade crossing constructions
o Assuming no parking lot reconfiguration (no bus turnaround, site improvements are
limited to the tunnel and pedestrian ramps)
o Assumes rough order magnitude construction estimating for studying and evaluating
upgrades needed for the station and platform to bring to current Metrolink Standards
o Assumes one rough exhibit to call out general areas where the design is deficient
from current standards.
o Assumes City has obtained consensus on County Parcel easement
o All hours are limited to the amount shown on the fee breakdown
Exclusions
o Excludes Park rough grading and fine grading (provided by others)
o Excludes Storm Drain Relocation plans (prepared by others)
o Excludes Parking Lot Improvements Plans (including relocation of ADA parking stalls,
resurfacing, overall parking layout will be prepared by others)
o Excludes design, quantity takeoffs, detailed estimating, and reports for studying and
evaluating the necessary upgrades to bring station to Metrolink current standards
o Excludes studying ADA deficiency Audit Report, ADA audit of the restroom building and
all associated documentation (prepared by others)
o Excludes Station communication design and video surveillance
o Excludes BMP and Park BMP (provided by others)
o Excludes preparation of SWPPP, SUSMP,H&H (provided by others)
o Excludes review of Hydrology and Hydraulics Report (H&H), Storm Water Pollution
Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) (all
three are prepared and will be reviewed by others)
o Excludes Access Road improvements to the park beyond the north of tracks
o Excludes design changes to the Honby Creek Culvert
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o Excludes preparing Certified Access Specialist Program (CASp) Report (prepared by
others)
o Excludes EV charging ready stations (infrastructure and other related elements to be
provided by others)
o Excludes Coordination with private businesses on Weyerhauser Way
o Excludes Station/Park wet utilities PS&E, Reports, Calculations (by others)
o Excludes composite utilities PS&E, Reports, Calculations (by others)
o Excludes Offsite Improvements:
■ Weyerhauser Way Improvements plans (including layout, profiles, ramps,
crosswalks, etc.)
■ Prepare Quantities, specification, quantities, and engineers estimate
Trackwork
RailPros team will develop rail related improvements plans and submittals in accordance with
the engineering standards of SCRRA, the recommended practices of the American Railroad
Engineering and Maintenance of Way (AREMA) and the requirements set forth the general
order of the CPUC.
Activities and Deliverables
o Activities:
o Prepare track alignment design plans and profiles for the underpass area
(including removal of existing at grade pedestrian crossing)
■ Typical Sections with station limits
■ Plan and profile sheets including tabular presentation of curve data (track
no., curve no., degree of curve, overall length, superelevation, spiral
length, passenger speed and unbalance, freight speed)
■ Earthwork cross -sections
■ Engineering calculations
o Prepare specific design standards, specifications, quantity take off and cost
estimate
o Update existing vehicle crossing surface to meet SCRRA standards
o Track Chart updates
o One comment resolution meeting per milestone submittal
o Deliverables:
o Track Alignment Plans
o Vehicle crossing update
Task Assumptions
o Assumes SCRRA DPM-34 Design Scope Matrix requirements for milestone submittal will
be the requirement and processes followed
o Assumes no shoofly is required for this project
o Assumes no double track alignment at this stage
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o Assumes 1 site visit to confirm existing conditions and key features
Station At -Grade Closure Crossing Modifications
RailPros team will develop the reconfiguration plan of the existing ped at -grade crossing and
address site circulation accordingly as this crossing is closed.
Activities and Deliverables
o Activities:
o Prepare at grade pedestrian crossing closure traffic related items
o Prepare railroad related signage and removal of existing conflicting signage
o Prepare railroad related signage for the existing at grade vehicular crossing (if
needed)
o Remove ADA ramps and re -grade the access ramps
o Remove the asphalt crossing panels in the track area, Re -grade, and address
minor drainage as needed
o Fencing modifications
o Deliverables:
o Signing and Striping Plans (including layouts, details, specifications)
o Civil and Grading PS&E (layouts, profiles, demolition, cross sections, fencing,
details..etc)
Exclusions
o Assumes no retaining wall is needed when the at -grade asphalt crossing panels are
removed.
o Excludes utility pole modifications (will be prepared by others)
Structures- Underpass Only and Platform Connection
RailPros team will develop the underpass plans, that includes structural calculations, reports,
cross sections and profile, as well as the structural type selection documentation. RailPros
under this task will provide review and provide input to the geotechnical report findings.
Activities and Deliverables
o Activities:
o Review and provide input only on the geotechnical report (provided by others)
o Structure Type selection
o Underpass Plan (plan layouts, cross sections, profiles, structural calculations,
reports)
o Deliverables:
o Underpass Only and Platform Connection Structure Plans
o Structure Type Selection Documentation
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Task Assumptions
o Assumes SCRRA bridge length and width will beset with client before commencing work
o Assumes SCRRA beams 33 feet will be used for superstructure (longer beam will be
evaluated separately for girder design)
Exclusions
o Excludes double tracking for the station at this stage
o Excludes Culvert extension calculations
o Excludes structural calculation for Station restroom expansion (prepared by others)
o Excludes structural design and calculations for canopy and station platform
o Excludes Geotechnical report (prepared by others)
PS&E Submittal Requirements Comment Resolution
RailPros will conduct comment resolution with all necessary stakeholders to work through any
conflicting comments together to expediate the process for all the design plans. The team will
support the QA/QC and comment resolution process established in the project work plan
Activities and Deliverables
o Activities:
o Submittal Compilation
o Quantity Backup Documentation
o Easements and ROW Documentation
o Overall Submittal Quality Assurance (QA)
o Design Submittal Report
o Specifications Compilation
■ SCRRA Division 01 Specifications will be used as the base specifications for
both the roadway and rail elements.
o Participate in eighteen (18) Comment Resolution Meetings with all necessary
stakeholders at each submittal stage (5 submittals)
o Coordinate and participate in Design Technical Coordination issues and
resolutions with SCRRA, UPRR (limited to hours herein)
o Deliverables:
o Submittal Letter (DPM Form 22)
o Design Review Comment Matrix (DPM Form 31) and provide all responses
o Cost Estimate Compilation:
■ Project Estimate (DPM Form 15)
■ Engineer's Estimate (DPM Form 16)
■ Schedule of Quantities and Prices (DPM Form 18)
o Matrices:
■ Support Permit Matrix (DPM Form 21- prepared by others)
■ Support Qualitative Risk Matrix (prepared by others)
o Checklists/Lists:
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■ Standard Specification Checklist (DPM Form 34)
■ Standards Drawing List (RailPros format)
o Calculations:
■ Structural
o Compile and submit all Requests for Special Design Consideration (DPM Form 13)
o Prepare five (5) exhibits for technical issues and resolutions
Task Assumptions
• Assumes total of five (5) exhibits with two (2) iterations to help with design technical
issues and resolutions
• Comments will be resolved prior to or during this meeting to allow design to continue.
• Coordination and development of documentation are limited per the fee breakdown.
• PS&E will be developed in line with SCRRA DPM requirements and guidance documents
• Assumes City will acquire the necessary City approval on the plans (related to Railroad
items) and construction and maintenance agreements on the station's side, which
includes coordinating with Metro, County, SCRRA, CPUC, private crossing owners, private
nearby businesses and City staff. RailPros will include support on the SCRRA submittal
forms and assistance to the city (limited to hours in the fee breakdowns)
Exclusions
o Excludes System and Electrical reports
o Excludes architecture plans, reports, calculations or landscaping plans, reports and
calculations
o Excludes geotechnical report, Noise and Vibration report, Potholing report, Traffic
Management Plan and Park drainage plans (provided by others)
o Constructability review of the park -related elements (provided by others)
o Design Interface Matrix (DPM Form 14)
o Materials List (DPM Form 17)
o Design Checklists (DPM Forms 23-29)
o Bid Quantity Items Checklist (DPM Form 35)
o Utilities Matrix (DPM Form 19) (provided by others)
7.2 Easement Preparation
Activities and Deliverables
o Identify and support the City with all railroad TCEs (including meeting with Railroad
Owners and discussions, limited to the hours herein)
o Deliverables:
o Temporary and Permanent Easement exhibits (used for discussions with
property owners)
Task Assumptions
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o Assumes technical support only in developing all agreements, leases, licenses,
easements
o Assumes no meeting agenda is required for City council meetings or property owner
discussions
o Assumes City will lead all public outreach meetings and coordinate with private crossing
owner
o All hours are limited to the amount shown on the fee breakdown
Exclusions
o Excludes preparing legal description, exhibits maps (survey and legal description), and
closure calculations for all agreements (provided by others)
o Excludes preparing Metro license agreements, SCRRA cosntruction and Maintenance
agreements (will be coordinated between agencies and City)
7.3 Approvals and Permits
Activities and Deliverables
o Support City in acquiring Railroad Approval (limited to the hours herein) and reviewing
SCRRA Approval Form
o Deliverables:
o N/A
Exclusions
o Excludes coordination with Railroad owners on plan approvals (will be prepared by City)
7.4 Bid Meeting and Support
RailPros team will support the City during the bidding process, answer bidders' questions,
prepare design addendums, assist the City with bid evaluation and contractor selection
recommendation
Activities and Deliverables
o Attend Pre -Bid conference. RailPros will attend the pre -bid conference
o Overall project management and project control during bid support
o Assist the City in responding to Bidders Questions during the bid period
o Develop a contract addendum (if necessary) to help during the bid period
o Assumes total bid support is 4 months
o Deliverables:
o Prepare one (1) Contract Addendum affecting 3 sheets during the bid period
(limited to hours herein)
o Complete SCRRA DPM Form 29- Bidding and Documents Checklist
Task Assumptions
o All hours are limited to the amount shown on the fee breakdown
o Assumes total bid support is four months
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811 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1820
Los Angeles, CA 90017
P: (213) 627 - 0044 F: (714) 734 - 8755
www.railpros.com
o Assumes City will prepare the Bid Contract and Bid Package (other than PS&E)
o Assumes pre -bid meeting agenda and meeting minutes will be prepared by others
o Assumes City will lead all public outreach meetings and coordinate with property
owners
o All hours are limited to the amount shown on the fee breakdown
o Assumes site field meeting will be part of the pre bid conference meeting (one field
meeting required for this phase)
o Assumes a limit of 10 questions from bidders
o Assumes all pre bid conference material will be prepared by City and others
Exclusions
o Excludes Construction Kick off meeting
o Excludes preparing a cost comparison of all bids against the engineer's estimate to
determine the variance per bid
o Liquidated Damages Calculations (DPM Form 30)
o Meetings during this phase
o Preparing Conformed drawing set (will be done in DSDC)
8 Construction Support
If the City elects to award the Construction Support phase of this project, RailPros will provide a
scope and fee for this phase. During this phase, RailPros will provide construction support to
the City as required and as it applies to RailPros specific design work related items. The
construction support scope will be further defined as final design progress and as directed by
the city.
This task is excluded herein at this time.
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Los Angeles, CA 90017 www.railpros.com
ATTACHMENT
10001amm
Pacific Coast Land Design, Inc.
Landscape Architecture • Urban Design • Environmental Planning
461 East Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001 805.644.9697 www.pc-ld.com
VIA PRINCESSA PARK
SCOPE OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL PS&E SERVICES
July 121h, 2022
Project Understandinq
Following the Master Plan phase of Via Princessa Park, Pacific Coast Land Design (PCLD)
understands that the City of Santa Clarita is seeking an updated Scope and Fee for PS&E services
based on the approved Via Princessa Park Master Plan. PCLD will be engaged as a sub -consultant
to the project Prime Civil Engineer, with a major focus on the Preliminary Design and Construction
Document tasks.
Analogous with 30% Construction Documents, Preliminary Design will directly follow the Master
Plan phase and is scheduled to begin starting July 2022. Following Master Plan approval, the
Preliminary Design will push the design forward at a larger scale in coordination with City Staff and
the PSOMAS team. The Preliminary Plan will define park amenities, hardscapes, fences, walls,
playgrounds, planting, and irrigation. Planting and Irrigation areas will include: the parking lot,
slope stabilization over the bank liner, Cordova Estates buffer zone, Honby Channel restoration,
multi -purpose fields, formal park planting, bioswales, west park desert scrub hydroseed, and west
park naturalized planting.
Following approval of the Preliminary Plan, PCLD will begin work on the 60, 90,100%, and Final PS&E
package. The PS&E package includes submittal of the CD's, review, revision, and Bid Assistance
from PCLD. Most work will be focused on Hardscape, Amenities, Planting, Irrigation and Detail
drawings in coordination with the PSOMAS team and with an expected final submittal in early
2025. Scope and Fee Task numbering is keyed to task numbering in the RFP.
TASK 2: PROJECT MANAGEMENT
2.1 MONTHLY PDT MEETINGS
2.1.1 ATTEND MONTHLY PROJECT DEVELOPMENT TEAM (PDT) MEETINGS - Pacific Coast Land
Design's Project Manager will attend twenty (20) monthly meetings to review the progress
of the project, discuss resolution of any issues that may affect the scheduled completion
of the project.
Output:
1. Meeting minutes specific to park design and landscape elements.
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2.2 MEETINGS AND COORDINATION
2.2.1 DESIGN TEAM MEETINGS
Meetings to discuss and review design items between the Design Team Consultants.
Output:
1. Revisions and development of design drawings.
2.2.2 INFORMAL CITY MEETINGS
Remote meetings to discuss and review design with City Staff.
Output:
1. Revisions and development of design drawings.
2.2.3 DESIGN TEAM COORDINATION
Revisions and review of design team documents.
Output:
1. Revisions and development of design drawings.
2.2.4 MEET WITH CITY TO REVIEW COMMENTS ON PRELIMINARY PLANS
PCLD assumes 3 meetings to review Preliminary Plans.
Output:
1. Meeting minutes specific to park design and landscape elements.
2.2.5 MEET WITH CITY TO REVIEW COMMENTS ON PS&E PACKAGES
PCLD assumes 4 meetings to review PS&E Packages.
Output:
1. Meeting minutes specific to park design and landscape elements.
2.2.6 MEET WITH CITY TO REVIEW PUBLIC OUTREACH MATERIALS
PCLD assumes 2 meetings to review Public Outreach Materials.
Output:
1. Meeting minutes specific to park design and landscape elements.
2.2.7 MEET WITH CITY TO REVIEW 3D MODEL AND RENDERINGS
PCLD assumes 3 meetings to Review 3D Model and Renderings
Output:
1. Meeting minutes specific to park design and landscape elements.
2.3 SCHEDULE
2.3.1 PROJECT SCHEDULE WITH UPDATES - PCLD Project Manager will provide relevant project
schedule updates to Prime Consultant at milestone reviews with City.
Output:
1. Park Design project schedule update emails to Prime Consultant.
2.4 QUALITY CONTROL
2.4.1 QUALITY CONTROL PROJECT REVIEW - PCLD's Principal Landscape Architect will provide
Quality Control oversight and conduct in-house reviews of the project work in advance of
Prime Consultant defined team milestones and formal submittal to the City.
Output:
1. Internal review timeline to allow for completion of corrections prior to team submittals.
2. Document comments and redlines.
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TASK 5: CEQA SUPPORT
5.1 COORDINATE W/ CITY ON NEEDED EXHIBITS AND DOCUMENTATION
Output:
1. PCLD to assist Prime with City Coordination.
5.2 COORDINATE W/ CITY ON NEEDED EXHIBITS AND DOCUMENTATION
Output:
1. PCLD to supply graphics or data from already produced project design information.
TASK 6: PRELIMINARY DESIGN
6.1 PRELIMINARY SITE PLAN
PCLD to assist Prime Civil Engineerwith development of detailed preliminary site plan. PCLD
will focus on the design of the park recreational elements, pedestrian access, and
landscape treatments. (See Tasks 6.20-6.22 for Preliminary Plan Approvals. See Task 6.16 for
individual plan sheet production.)
6.2 'REPARE ARCHITECTURAL BUILDING PLAN
No PCLD scop(z
6.3 COORDINATE WITH PLANNING, BUILDING & SAFETY, ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTAL
SERVICES TO EVALUATE BUILDING & PARKING LOT UPGRADES
PCLD to assist Prime.
6.4 DEVELOP PRELIMINARY CONSTRUCTION PHASING PLAN
PCLD to assist Prime.
6.5 PREPARE PRELIMINARY BANK LINING & CHANNEL CROSSING PLANS'
PCLD to coordinate channel crossing with other park elements.
6.6 PREPARE REGIONAL INFILTRATION SYSTEM
No PCLD scope,
6.7 PREPARE PRELIMINARY ROUGH GRADING PLAN
PCLD to assist Prime and coordinate park grading concepts with design team.
6.8 PREPARE PRELIMINARY FINE GRADING, PAVING & DRAINAGE PLAN
PCLD to assist Prime with grade changes, paving materials & design, and drainage
concepts.
6.9 PREPARE PRELIMINARY WET UTILITY PLAN
PCLD to provide needed coordination work to lead project irrigation needs only. Other
wet utilities per Prime.
6.10 DETERMINE SCHEDULE & SUBMITTALS FOR ONE -STOP
PCLD to assist with needed landscape & park review requirements.
6.11 DESIGN DOCUMENTS FOR SUBMITTAL TO DRC
PCLD to provide landscape design documents.
6.12 RAILROAD ENGINE,
6.13 DEVELOP PRELIMINARY L.I.D. NATURE -BASED STORMWATER TREATMENT STRATEGIES
PCLD to coordinate with Prime.
6.14 DEVELOP PRELIMINARY SITE LIGHTING PLAN
PCLD will support electrical engineer with layout and fixture selection.
6.15 PREPARE FIBER OPTIC PLANS
No PCLD scope
6.16 DEVELOP PRELIMINARY LANDSCAPE PLAN
PCLD to produce preliminary landscape plans defining park hardscape, amenities,
planting & irrigation on minimum 20-scale sheets.
6.17 INCORPORATE NATURE -BASED L.I.D. STORMWATER SOLUTIONS INTO PLAN
PCLD to coordinate w/ Prime.
6.18 PREPARE SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTS
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PCLD to coordinate w/ Prime.
6.19 PREPARE PRELIMINARY ESTIMATE OF CONSTRUCTION COST
PCLD to coordinate w/ Prime & costing consultant.
6.20 PRELIMINARY PLAN APPROVALS - STAKEHOLDER MEETINGS
PCLD to prepare and present with Prime.
6.21 PRELIMINARY PLAN APPROVALS - REVISIONS BASED ON STAKEHOLDER FEEDBACK
PCLD to consolidate & analyze feedback, make plan changes.
6.22 PRELIMINARY PLAN APPROVALS - PRESENT TO COMMISSIONS AND/OR COUNCIL
PCLD assumes 2 meetings.
TASK 7: CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
7.1 PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS & ESTIMATES (PS&E)
7.1.1 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS (60% SUBMITTAL)
Output:
1. Hardscape Materials & Park Amenities Layout Plan - Monument signage, benches, play
structures, picnic tables, shade structures, public art, trash/recycle cans, trash
enclosures, pedestrian fencing & gates, and amenity features related to the infiltration
system, such as interpretive trails and signage
2. Landscape Construction Details - Construction details for all elements defined on
Hardscape & Park Amenities Layout Plans.
3. Planting Plans
4. Planting Details
5. Irrigation Plans
6. Irrigation Details & AB 1881 Water Use Calculations
7. Update Estimate of Construction Cost
8. Landscape Technical Specifications Including Specialized Sports Field Specifications -
Draft outline
9. Meet with City to review City comments on 60% plans (Included above in TASK 2 -
PROJECT MANAGEMENT)
7.1.2 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS (90-7 SUBMITTAL)
Output:
1. Hardscape Materials & Park Amenities Layout Plan
2. Landscape Construction Details
3. Planting Plans
4. Planting Details
5. Irrigation Plans
6. Irrigation Details & AB 1881 Water Use Calculations
7. Update Estimate of Construction Cost
8. Landscape Technical Specifications Including Specialized Sports Field Specifications
9. Meet with City to review City comments on 90% plans (Included above in TASK 2
PROJECT MANAGEMENT)
7.1.3 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS (100% SUBMITTAL)
Output:
1. Hardscape Materials & Park Amenities Layout Plan
2. Landscape Construction Details
3. Planting Plans
4. Planting Details
5. Irrigation Plans
6. Irrigation Details & AB 1881 Water Use Calculations
7. Update Estimate of Construction Cost
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8. Landscape Technical Specifications Including Specialized Sports Field Specifications
9. Meet with City to review City comments on 90% plans (Included above in TASK 2 -
PROJECT MANAGEMENT)
7.1.4 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS (FINAL SUBMITTAL)
Output:
1. Hardscape Materials & Park Amenities Layout Plan
2. Landscape Construction Details
3. Planting Plans
4. Planting Details
5. Irrigation Plans
6. Irrigation Details & AB 1881 Water Use Calculations
7. Update Estimate of Construction Cost
8. Landscape Technical Specifications Including Specialized Sports Field Specifications
7.1.5 ISSUE APPROVED PS&E PACKAGE FOR BID
Output:
1. Finalize City requested modifications to PS&E package prior to formal issue for bid.
7.2 EASEMENT PREPARATION
No PCLD scope.
7.3 PLAN APPROVALS AND PERMITS
7.3.1 PROCESS PLANS FOR APPROVAL
7.3.2 FINALIZE SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION
7.4 BID MEETINGS & SUPPORT
7.4.1 ATTEND PRE -BID CONFERENCE
7.4.2 RESPOND TO BIDDERS' QUESTIONS
7.4.3 ADDENDUMS IN RESPONSE TO BIDDER QUESTIONS AND DESIGN CHANGES
No PCLD scope.
TASK 8: PUBLIC OUTREACH
As requested by the City, the following subtasks identify the proposed Public Outreach Process
for the Via Princessa Park Preliminary and PS&E packages. In coordination with the Prime
consultant and the City, PCLD will prepare, present, facilitate, document and report two Open
House style Public Outreach meetings.
8.1 MEETINGS AND PRESENTATIONS
8.1.1 FACILITATE & ATTEND TWO (2) COMMUNITY MEETINGS
PCLD to attend, present & document as needed with Prime consultant.
8.1.2 COORDINATION SERVICES TO AID CITY PUBLIC OUTREACH EFFORT
PCLD to develop with City Staff Public Outreach content such as surveys, project
advertisement, and graphics formatting.
8.1.3 PREPARE EXHIBITS AS NEEDED TO SUPPORT PUBLIC OUTREACH PROCESS
PCLD to produce Public Outreach materials such as digital presentations & large format
presentation boards.
8.1.4 IMPLEMENT DESIGN CHANGES BASED ON COMMUNITY FEEDBACK
PCLD to consolidate & analyze feedback and revise documents.
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TASK 9: 3D MODELING AND VIRTUAL RENDERING
As requested by the City, the following subtasks identify the proposed 3D Modeling and Virtual
Rendering for the Via Princessa Park Preliminary and PS&E packages. In coordination with the
consultant team and the City, PCLD will further refine the Via Princessa Park 3D Model
developed in the Master Planning phase of the project. PCLD will also provide post -processing
rendering services to produce Print Quality Renderings for public, stakeholder, and City review.
9.1 3D MODELING
9.1.1 PRELIMINARY PHASE 3D MODELING
Further development of the Conceptual Master Plan 3D Model in Parallel with the Design
Team Preliminary Design process.
9.1.2 PUBLIC OUTREACH 3D MODELING
Modeling alternate design features for public input. Playground and other park feature
options will be presented at public outreach meetings for design feedback.
9.1.3 REVISIONS TO THE 3D MODEL BASED ON PUBLIC, STAKEHOLDER AND CITY COMMENTS
Revisions to the Preliminary Phase Model based on feedback from public, stakeholder,
and city review.
9.1.4 PS&E PHASE 3D MODELING
Refinement of the 3D Model in coordination with the Design Team PS&E process to assist
with stakeholder project review.
ASSUMPTIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICES
Supplemental Services are beyond the scope of the basic Scope of Services, and when
requested in writing by the Client, shall entail additional compensation beyond the
Compensation stated herein.
Supplemental Services to this Agreement expressly include but are not limited to:
• Additional Meetings or Agency submittals separate from those listed above
• Public Agency presentations or hearings in addition to those listed above
• Public engagement presentations in addition to those listed above
• Survey and Geotechnical exploration
• Architectural Services
• Structural Engineering Services
• Electrical Engineering and other engineering support services
• Hazardous material evaluation / removal
• Environmental or Biological Studies
• Private property improvements
• 3D Modeling of site elements and infrastructure outside of PCLD Prime design
responsibility (Restroom, Bridge, Tunnel, & grading of 3D surface)
*See Costed Scope and Fee Table on the following page for detailed cost breakdown by design
task and sub -task.
Respectfully Submitted By
Mike Zielsdo , rincipal
California St Landscape Ar itect Li, 46044
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ATTACHMENT
PACE
Advanced Water Engineering
June 29, 2022
Jeremy Johnson, PE
Vice President I Associate
PSOMAS
28470 Avenue Stanford, Suite 300
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
(661) 705-4410
Re: Via Princessa Park
Professional Engineering Services Proposal # B894
Dear Jeremy,
PACE is pleased to provide our proposal for engineering design for the Via Princessa Park
project. Attached are our Scope of Services, Compensation, Hourly Rate Schedule and
Provisions.
We appreciate the opportunity to be of service to PSOMAS and look forward to the successful
completion of this project. Please contact me if there are any questions or if we may provide
any additional information.
Sincerely,
Duong Do, P.E.
Vice President, Environmental Water Division
DD/ch
Enclosures: Scope of Services, Compensation, Hourly Rate Schedule and Provisions.
PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
VIA PRINCESSA PARK
#B894
OBJECTIVE:
The City of Santa Clarita is pursuing development of approximately 25 acres of vacant land
along the south bank of the Santa Clara River, east of Whites Canyon Road and north of the
existing railroad tracks, for a future park site and regional stormwater infiltration facility. The
City is seeking professional services to provide engineering studies to assist with the evaluation
and selection of critical project components, furnish master planning services for the
development of the future park, and assemble construction documents to successfully achieve
the City's goal to begin construction of the project by June of 2025. The following objectives
have been identified by the City for the project:
Meet the Santa Clarita 2025 Strategic Plan goal to complete design and begin
construction of Via Princessa Park.
2. Develop a Master Plan for Via Princessa Park that accommodates the recreational needs
and objectives of the City. Desired park elements include three multi -purpose fields, field
lighting, shade components, an optional play structure, and an educational element
component to the final design, if feasible.
3. Provide design for a regional infiltration system and associated diversion structure that
meets the targeted capacity identified in the Enhanced Watershed Management Program
(EWMP) and incorporates design elements established in the Measure W Feasibility
Study. The Measure W Feasibility Study and Application is targeted for completion by
May 2022.
4. Produce engineering studies to assist with the evaluation and selection of critical project
components, including bank lining, vehicle access, pedestrian access, and crossing of the
on -site drainage channel.
5. Evaluate construction phasing opportunities that support a 2025 construction
commencement date, and provide plan preparation and associated approvals in support of
the phased work.
6. Obtain plan approvals through Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA)/
Metrolink and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). The consultant should
have a good working relationship with SCRRA and CPUC for the proposed underpass
improvements.
7. Evaluate the cost effectiveness of achieving recognition for sustainability through the
certification and award process. If feasible, pursue an industry recognized rating system
such as LEED, Envision, Sites or other equally accepted sustainability certification for the
project.
The Psomas Team has been selected by the City to help meet these objectives. As part of the
Psomas Team, PACE will provide the following scope of work that is mainly associated with the
design of the Region Infiltration BMP and associated components, the proposed bank
protection, and improvements to Honby Channel. PACE will also provide additional services in
support of the over project as identified in the following Scope of Work.
PACE
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SECTION A - SCOPE OF SERVICES:
A. Consultant agrees to perform the following services:
Task 1 - PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION [Completed]
Task 2 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The project management task is expected to encompass all project meetings, and ongoing
communication and coordination with the Project Development Team (PDT) and impacted
stakeholders for Design Phase. Consultant's Project Manager, Duong Do, P.E., will allocate the
Consultant's resources and establish all internal staff responsibilities. Project management will
be developed according to the following tasks
Subtask 2.1 PDT Meetings
2.1.1 Consultant shall attend PDT meetings with City and Project Team. 20 PDT
Meetings are allocated for this task.
Subtask 2.2 Proiect Management for Design Phase
2.2.1 Consultant shall provide project management for the Design Phase to include
external communication and correspondences with City and Project Team,
internal communication and management for all PACE's staff, and for billing and
invoicing. The Design Phase duration is estimated at 26 months.
Subtask 2.3 Schedule
2.3.1 provide schedule indicating milestones, major activities, and deliverables related
to PACE's work for review and comment by the City. Consultant shall update the
schedule, as needed
Subtask 2.4 Quality Control and Railroad Safety
2.4.1 Have a Quality Control Plan in effect during the entire course of the project.
Task 3 - CONCEPT DESIGN AND STUDIES [Completed]
Task 4 - PARK MASTER PLAN [Completed]
Task 5 - CEQA SUPPORT
Subtask 5.1 CEQA Documentation Support
5.1.2 The Consultant shall provide Exhibits as needed in support of the project's
Technical Studies.
Task 6 - PRELIMINARY DESIGN
Consultant shall assist the City during the design development phase of the project. The
Consultant shall prepare project documents and provide the necessary deliverables for a 30%
design milestone.
Subtask 6.1 Design Development Phase
6.1.1 Create a preliminary Site Plan that demonstrates the size and relationship of the
project components in conjunction with the site constraints and topography. The
site plan shall encompass the entire project area, including pedestrian and
vehicle access roads, all site plan elements related to the infiltration facility and
park, the revised parking lot, building expansion, and offsite improvements.
PACE shall provide a preliminary site plan for the components within PACE's
scope for incorporation into the overall Park Site Plan.
6.1.2 Not Part of Scope
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6.1.3 Not Part of Scope
6.1.4 Develop Preliminary Construction Phasing proposed for the project.
6.1.5 Prepare Preliminary Bank Lining Plans along the Santa Clara River. The plans
shall be designed to meet LACFCD's requirements to ensure FEMA accreditation
of the existing embankment.
6.1.6 Prepare Regional Infiltration System and Diversion Structure Plans and
Calculations based on the design elements established in the Measure W
Feasibility Study. This includes preliminary design plans for:
• Storm water diversion structure,
• Diversion line
• Drainage area after the extended culvert
• Hydrodynamic separator
• Underground Infiltration BMP
6.1.7 Assists with preparing a Preliminary Rough Grading Plan with Associated
Earthwork Calculations based on proposed construction phasing for the project. *
6.1.8 Provide review and inputs on the Preliminary Fine Grading, Paving, And
Drainage Plan.
6.1.9 Provide review and inputs on the Preliminary Wet Utility Plan that includes storm
drain, domestic water, and irrigation for the site.
6.1.10 Not Part of Scope
6.1.11 Complete necessary design documents for the project for submittal to the City's
Planning Development Review Committee (DRC). Provide all necessary plan
check copies required for DRC submittal. Scope should include all design and
submittals necessary to obtain DRC approval.
6.1.12 Not Part of Scope
6.1.13 Develop preliminary Low Impact Development/ nature -based stormwater
treatment strategies for development of the project, including size and location of
proposed BMP's.
6.1.14 Not Part of Scope
6.1.15 Not Part of Scope
6.1.16 Not Part of Scope
6.1.17 Incorporate the "nature -based" LID solutions from the Measure W application into
the preliminary design plans. Identify any additional "nature -based" opportunities
that can be incorporated into the project design.
6.1.18 Not Part of Scope
6.1.19 Prepare a Preliminary Estimate of Probable Construction Cost based on the
program established in the preliminary design.
6.1.20 Consultant shall provide preliminary design for improvements to Honby Channel.
• Hydraulic modeling (HEC-RAS) based on 100-yr Flood Event to be
consistent with current river modeling
• 100-yr Hydrological Modeling (HEC-HMS)
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• Bank protection analysis (LA County Method)
• Check dam calculation and design
• Channel grading and bank protection design, including flow line re-
establishment and armoring by the natural play area.
• Analysis for sections of Honby Channel and Santa Clara River with the
Park site that may not require lining.
Task 7 - CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Consultant shall assist the City during the construction document phase of the project.
The Consultant shall prepare PS&E documents based on approved Preliminary Plans and
provide the necessary deliverables at each specified design milestone. Plans shall be
prepared, reviewed and approved in phases based on the construction phasing prepared by the
Consultant and approved by the City.
Subtask 7.1 Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E)
7.1.1 Submit for plan review at 60%, 90%, 100% and Final, and issue approved plans
and specifications for bidding. Provide all items required for submittal by the
reviewing agencies.
7.1.2 Submit at all milestones, an updated design schedule, construction schedule,
plans, specifications, and estimated construction costs.
7.1.3 Provide coordination with required utility companies to assist with any additional
upgrades or service necessary to supply the project site.
7.1.4 Prepare plans and calculations, based on the proposed project construction
phasing, that include but are not limited to the following:
A. Santa Clara River Bank Lining Plans with supporting Hydraulic Calculations
B. Not Part of Scope
C. Regional Infiltration System and Diversion Structure Plans and Calculations.
D. Not Part of Scope [
E. Not Part of Scope
F. Not Part of Scope
G. Not Part of Scope
H. Not Part of Scope
I. Not Part of Scope
J. Honby Channel Improvement Plans and Calculations
K. Prepare Final Drainage Report to incorporate revisions to Park Bank Lining
and Honby Channel
7.1.5 Not Part of Scope
7.1.6 Not Part of Scope
7.1.7 Review and provide input on the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan
(SUSMP) for the project improvements per the City's Municipal Code Chapter 17.95
7.1.8 Not Part of Scope
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7.1.9 Not Part of Scope [
7.1.10 Not Part of Scope
7.1.11 Consultant shall prepare Specifications for the design components in PACE's
scope in a format consistent with the latest edition of the Standard Specifications
for Public Works Construction (SSPWC). For work items not adequately covered in
the SSPWC, project specific specifications shall be developed. Consultant shall
furnish and compile Special Provisions to include SCRRA Technical Specifications
and Right of Entry approval procedures.
7.1.12 Not Part of Scope
7.1.13 Not Part of Scope
7.1.14 Prepare a Construction Cost Estimate. The estimate shall include a breakdown
of costs for each item of work and match the bid schedule, item by item, included
in the specifications.
Subtask 7.2 Easement Preparation
7.2.1 Not Part of Scope
7.2.2 Not Part of Scope
7.2.3 Review and provide input on exhibits as needed for discussions with property
owners, City management and City Council.
7.2.4 Not Part of Scope
7.2.5 Not Part of Scope
Subtask 7.3 Plan Approvals and Permits
7.3.1 Receive Plan Check Approvals for PACE's design components from all City
divisions including but not limited to Planning, Traffic Planning, Engineering
Services, Building and Safety, Traffic, Transit, Urban Forestry, Landscape
Maintenance Division, Environmental Services, Recreation and Community
Services, Park Maintenance, and outside agencies such as L.A. County Fire, or as
needed for construction permits.
7.3.2 Assist to obtain approval from LACFCD for flood control construction permit.
Provide all plans, calculations, and reports.
7.3.3 Not Part of Scope
7.3.4 Not Part of Scope
7.3.5 Assist Psomas with Los Angeles County approvals for any associated Storm
Drain Permits, if applicable.
7.3.6 Not Part of Scope
7.3.7 Not Part of Scope
7.3.8 Review and provide input to help finalize all required Sustainability Certification
requirements, if needed.
7.3.9 The Consultant is to provide the City with an Original and/or Updated Complete
Set of Approved Plans and Profiles, Specifications, and Estimate. Construction
specifications shall be written specific to the project.
Subtask 7.4 Bid Meetings and Support
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7.4.1 Attend Pre -Bid Conference.
7.4.2 Respond to Bidders questions.
7.4.3 Write addendums in response to bidder questions and design changes.
7.4.4 Not Part of Scope
Task 8 - PUBLIC OUTREACH [Not Part of Scope]
Task 9 - PARK 3D RENDERING AND ANIMATION
Consultant shall revise the existing park 3D model developed during the conceptual design.
Revisions shall only include 2 major edits to the existing models. Major edits shall include
additional of architectural or structural components to the model. These additional components
shall first be rendered by others (i.e., PCLD or City Landscape Architect).
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
The work to be performed by the Consultant shall also be based on the procedures, guidelines,
standards, and the code contained in the current editions of the publications listed below:
• Standard Specifications (AASHTO)
• Standard Plans (LA County, Standard Plans for Public Works Construction and AASHTO)
• California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (Caltrans)
• The "Greenbook", Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (American
Public Works Association)
• AB1881
• City of Santa Clarita Street Design Standards
• City of Santa Clarita Green Street LID Guidance Manual
• LACDPW Road Design Information (Chapter 44)
• City of Santa Clarita Unified Development Code
• City of Santa Clarita, Landscape Maintenance District Standards
• All pertinent City policies, codes, and ordinances.
• SCRRA Standards
• Applicable Sustainability Requirements (Low Impact Development)
SECTION B - COMPENSATION:
PACE will complete the work outlined herein and invoice Client monthly on a percentage of
completion basis, a fixed fee of $457,855 billed in accordance with the attached "Hourly Labor
and Expenses Rates Schedule". Please see task and fee breakdown in the attached Fee
Estimate.
ASSUMPTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS:
1. The Client's responsibilities shall include providing PACE with the base data and project
information in a timely manner, coordination and management of other team consultants
to assure that the project schedule can be met, and prompt payment of invoices in
accordance with the terms and conditions included herein. The specific items that are to
be provided by the Client or other consultants include the following:
a. Client input pertaining to project design issues and requirements including scheduling.
b. Site land -use base plans with existing and proposed elevation contours in
transferable computer format.
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c. Geologic and soils investigation reports.
d. Existing and proposed hydrologic and drainage data, maps, and reports.
e. Any other data that directly impacts PACE ability to perform the design in an efficient
and economic manner.
2. Any proposed project changes which affect work in progress or previously completed will
be justification for additional compensation.
3. All required aerial topography and base mapping will be paid for and supplied by Client,
or others. Base topo and site information will be provided in digital (electronic) format
compatible with AUTOCAD or C3D version 2019 or earlier.
4. No environmental documentation or support, including no environmental permitting.
5. No surveying or construction staking is included.
6. Local government approval meetings, hearings, etc., and preparation of presentation
graphics will be under separate work authorization, if required.
7. Existing utility information research and mapping is not included and will be provided by
Client.
8. For all the data delivered to PACE for the purpose of digital mapping, including but not
limited to GIS and AutoCAD, PACE requires said data be delivered in one of the
recognized standard coordinate systems such as the Stateplane Coordinate System or
the Universe Transverse Mercator (UTM). In addition, PACE requires all datums,
vertical and horizontal, be documented in a metadata sheet and be included along with
the delivered data. If the coordinate system is in what is often referred to as a "Local
Coordinate System," and the deliverer does not have the capability to convert data into
one of the recognized standard coordinate systems, PACE requires a Control
Conversion document (CCD) be included in the deliverable. The CCD will include all the
necessary coordinate transformation information and scale factors needed to make an
accurate translation of the data to PACE's acceptable coordinate systems. If this
information is not available, PACE will require an addendum to this proposal to include
Time and Materials used to translate the delivered data into the appropriate standard
coordinate system.
9. The fees proposed herein shall apply until one year from date of proposal. Due to ever -
changing costs, Consultant will increase those portions of the contract fee for which work
must still be completed after one year from date of proposal, as negotiated with the
Client up to a maximum of ten -percent (10%).
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PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
VIA PRINCESSA PARK
#B894
ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF SERVICES:
A. Consultant agrees to perform the following services:
Optional Task — LACFCD Connection Permit $22,000
The Consultant will assist with the Client in obtaining an LACFCD permit for tie-in of the
proposed project bank protection with the existing levee at Cordova Estates. The Client will
perform hydraulic modeling and calculations that may be required to demonstrate the project's
compliance with LACFCD requirements. The Client will demonstrate that the project will
preserve existing maintenance right-of-way to the LACFCD levee, not increase erosion along
the toe of the levee, not adversely impact the structural integrity of the levee, not increase
FEMA Base Flood Elevations along the levee, not cause inundation of Cordova Estates, and
meet County requirements regarding the Capital Flood condition.
The Consultant will perform tasks up to and including modification of existing hydraulic models,
calculations, creation of exhibits, creation of tables, and modification of the existing design
report / memorandum to demonstrate compliance with the LACFCD requirements.
The Consultant will also work to transmit the required data in a submittal package to the Client
for review, prior to the Client's eventual submittal to the County for permit approval. The fee for
this task assumes 2 rounds of comment/response between the Client and the Consultant. The
Consultant will also assist the Client with response to comments from the District, not to exceed
2 rounds of comment/response between the District and the Client.
Additional tasks or rounds of comment response beyond those listed in this scope will be
completed under a separate contract or change order.
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2021 HOURLY LABOR RATES
Principal
$255
Sr. Project Manager / Sr. Consulting Engineer
$225
Sr. Electrical Engineer / Sr. GIS Analyst
$215
Project Manager / Consulting Engineer / Sr. I&C Specialist
$210
Sr. Project Engineer / Sr. Design Engineer
$185
Instrumentation & Controls Specialist
$155
Project Engineer / Design Engineer 11
$160
Sr. CAD Designer
$140
Design Engineer
$130
Graphic Designer
$110
CAD Designer / GIS Analyst
$110
Project Coordinator
$95
Administrative Support
$85
Assistant Designer
$80
G.P.S. Survey Unit w/ Operator
$240
Expert Witness / Legal Consultation
$350 + Exp.
REIMBURSABLE EXPENSE RATES*
Units
Cost
Travel
Mileage Per Mile
Mile
$0.56
Airfare, Auto Rental, Hotel
At Cost
Misc. Travel (Parking, tax, tolls, meals, etc.
At Cost
Per Diem Contract Rate
DAY
Contract Rate
Outside Reproduction
At Cost
Shipping FedEx UPS Courier, etc.
At Cost
Misc. Review Fees Specific Charges)
At Cost
Reproduction In -House
Sheet Bond - B/W Prints and Copies — All sizes
SF
1 $0.16
8 M! x 11 to 12 x1 8)
Sheet - Color Prints and Copies — All sizes
SF
$1.20
Sheet - Glossy Color Print/Photo — All sizes
SF
$2.60
Roll - Plots and Copies Roll Paper
- Bond B/W
SF
$0.88
- Bond Color
SF
$1.56
Roll - Vellum or M lar Plots
SF
$2.60
Roll - Glossy Color Plot Exhibits Roll Paper
SF
$3.12
Report 3-Ring Binders
< 1.5"
EA
$10.40
1.5" to 3"
EA
$15.60
> 3"
EA
$26.00
Coil or GBC Punch Binding
EA
$1.04
*Note: All reimbursable expenses will be invoiced at the above rates + 10%
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PROPOSAL FOR ARCHITECTURAL, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING,
PLUMBING ENGINEERING, AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
'VIA PRINCESSA PARK' PROJECT (4CIP-21-22-07)
City of Santa Clarita, California
Revised July 19, 2022
Client/Agency: City of Santa Clarita
Client/Team: PSOMAS, Inc.
Contact: Jeremy Johnson, PE
Address: 27220 Turnberry Ln, Suite 190
Valencia, California 91355
Phone: (661) 705-4410
E-mail: jeremy.johnson@psomas.com
GENERAL SUMMARY
Project Understanding
The City of Santa Clarita is bringing a new neighborhood park to the City adjacent to the existing Via Princessa
Station.
The scope of work related to AVA includes the following:
1. Design of code compliance upgrades to the existing SCRRA restroom facility (Architectural and MEP)
2. Design of new restroom facilities at part of the new park development (Architectural and MEP)
3. Design of a pedestrian crossing (Architectural treatments and electrical design)
4. Electrical engineering design for the entire project (Electrical Engineering)
It is our understanding that the work is to include: architectural design, MEP design, and coordination with the
City and Metrolink.
SCHEDULE 1
SCOPE OF SERVICES
TASK 2 PROJECT MANAGEMENT Duration: 26 months
Subtask 2.1 Project Development Team Meetings
AVA will attend project development team meetings. The purpose of these meetings will be to review project
status to ensure that the contract objectives and milestones are being achieved. To supplement these meetings,
AVA will maintain on -going communications with Psomas, the City and agencies identified in this scope. AVA will
review and comment on the agenda, action item list, and decision log developed, maintained, and updated by
Psomas for control of the project. Progress meetings will be held at monthly intervals to meet with the City's
staff and Metrolink as necessary.
OUTPUT: Up to twenty (20) PDT meeting via Conference Call. Assist Psomas with action items list & decision log.
Subtask 2.2 Project Coordination Meetings
AVA will attend project coordination meetings. The purpose of these meetings will be for interdisciplinary
coordination and agency outreach for purposes to progress the design.
OUTPUT: Up to eight (8) project coordination meeting via Conference Call.
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Subtask 2.3 Project Schedule
AVA will assist Psomas in the development of a Project Team Design schedule and provide updates as necessary.
OUTPUT: Assist Psomas with schedule updates.
Subtask 2.4 Quality Assurance/Quality Control
AVA will follow the Project Team's Quality Assurance Procedures as set forth by Psomas' QAP. All architectural
and engineering services performed by the AVA Team will follow the quality assurance procedures and
guidelines in this QAP. The QAP addresses all areas of the contract work.
OUTPUT: QA/QC Forms for City review upon request.
TASK 3 CONCEPT DESIGN AND STUDIES Duration: See Schedule
Subtask 3.7 Existing Restroom Facility Evaluation
AVA will coordinate with the city to evaluate existing restroom facility for building code compliance, identify
suggested upgrades, and provide upgrades concepts.
OUTPUT: Prepare renovation concept for code compliant upgrades, comments, and updated cost
TASK 6 PRELIMINARY DESIGN Duration: See Schedule
Subtask 6.2A Prepare preliminary architectural and M/E/P plans for existing restroom.
AVA will prepare architectural, M/E/P preliminary restroom facility upgrade plans. Assume no expansion and
purpose is to upgrade existing facility to code compliance and items that come up related to CASp Report.
OUTPUT: Prepare preliminary architectural plans of facility
Subtask 6.213 Prepare preliminary architectural and M/E/P plans for new restroom.
AVA will prepare architectural, M/E/P preliminary restroom facility plans. Assume 4 stalls for women, 4 stalls for
men, and a small office for operational staff and storage. AVA will assist in coordination with Planning, Building
and Safety, Engineering Services, and Environmental Services to evaluate proposed restroom building program
and incorporate these elements into restroom facility plans.
OUTPUT: Prepare preliminary architectural plans and elevations of facility
Subtask 6.11 DRC Submittal.
Restroom design documents for the project for submittal to the City's Planning Development Review Committee
(DRC). Scope to include design and submittals necessary to obtain DRC approval related to AVA's scope.
OUTPUT: Prepare preliminary architectural exhibits for the restroom facility
Subtask 6.12 Railroad Grade Separated Vehicular / Pedestrian Crossing
Prepare preliminary SCRRA/Metrolink Plans for the grade separated railroad undercrossing identified within the
Concept Design Study. Prepare preliminary architectural plans and preliminary lighting plans.
OUTPUT: Prepare preliminary architectural plans and elevations. Prepare preliminary lighting plans
Subtask 6.14 Preliminary Site Lighting Plan, photometric analysis, and overall site electrical plan
Prepare lighting plans for parking lot replacement lighting and SCRRA undercrossing. Review preliminary site
lighting plan by other team members for the sports field lighting (by Musco), including their site lighting
locations and sizing, with supporting calculations and fixture selection and preliminary layout of fixtures for the
proposed Via Princessa Park (by PCLD). AVA will review and comment on conceptual layouts prepared by others.
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PCLD will coordinate location and fixture types for the park and AVA to prepare refined lighting layouts and
fixtures specifications on electrical plans. AVA will assist the team in preparing a preliminary photometric
analysis for the park, SCRRA parking lot, and SCRRA undercrossing. AVA will assist Psomas in coordination with
Planning, Building and Safety, Engineering Services, and Environmental Services to evaluate proposed building
including lighting, LED lights, and parking lot upgrades that include EV charging stations and replacement of
existing light poles. AVA to coordinate with SCE for removal of existing power poles, transformer, and overhead
lines and installation of a new transformer to provide power for the existing site facilities and proposed facilities.
AVA to prepare Fiber Optic plans from the City's Fiber Optic system at Weyerhauser Way and Via Princessa to
the proposed park site. AVA shall assist team in developing phasing plan.
OUTPUT. Prepare preliminary parking lot replacement lighting plans and undercrossing lighting plans. Provide
comments for park site lighting plan. Prepare refined layout and overall photometric plan. Prepare overall
preliminary site electrical plan and fiberoptic raceway plans.
Subtask 6.19 Cost Management
Opinion of Probable Cost estimates will be completed at the conclusion of each phase. The estimates will
include allowances for escalation and contingency. Any estimates that indicate a project cost overrun will be
immediately brought to the attention of the Project Manager involved in the cost overrun items to review why
the overrun has occurred and to develop strategies for presenting recommendations to the City how to
reconcile the situation.
OUTPUT. Preliminary opinion of probable costs
TASK 7 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS (PS&E) Duration: See Schedule
AVA is providing Architectural, M/E/P design services for the restroom building. In addition, electrical
engineering design is proposed for the overall project. Grade separated undercrossing to be provided.
Subtask 7.1.A PS&E Submittals
Submit drawings to Psomas for plan review at 60%, 90%, 100% and Final, and issue approved plans and
specifications for bidding. Provide items required for AVA's scope of work for submittal by the reviewing
agencies. Submit at all milestones, an updated design schedule, construction schedule, plans, specifications,
sports field lighting specification, and estimated opinion of probable construction costs. Provide complete
specification Utilizing SCRRA's Guide Specifications, prepare 8 1/2" x 11", typed specifications in the CSI/BFS
format which describe materials, finishes, and workmanship. The team will provide sustainability advice related
to materials including local availability of materials, solar reflectance, and recycled content. AVA will update the
opinion of probable construction costs. This will be incorporated into Psomas' overall project estimate.
OUTPUT. Submit Plans, Technical Specifications, and Opinion of Probable Cost
Subtask 7.1.D Undercrossing Architectural, Plumbing, Lighting, and Electrical Plans
Based upon the approved preliminary design package for the pedestrian/vehicular undercrossing below the
SCRRA r/w, and confirmation on the construction budget, AVA will perform revisions to the design concept to
resolve outstanding issues. AVA will prepare plans for the project to be used in submittal to SCRRA, the City
Planning Department and Building & Safety, and to be used for coordination with the team. Based upon the
approved undercrossing agreed upon by the City, AVA shall prepare Architectural, Plumbing, and Lighting/
Electrical plans, schedules, and details with supporting calculations. Plumbing anticipated only for sump pump.
Structural and CIS design will be by RailPros. Improvements to existing station platform are not anticipated.
OUTPUT. Architectural, Plumbing, and Electrical plans related to undercrossing
Subtask 7.1.F Site Lighting Plan, Electrical Plans, Utility Agency Coordination, and Fiber Optic Plans
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Prepare Site Lighting and Electrical Plans, schedules, and details with supporting calculations. In addition to the
proposed park, play fields, the scope includes light pole replacement and addition of EV charging stations. The
focus of the Electrical engineering scope of work is to prepare documents for permit and construction for use
to help develop capital cost estimates, construction staging, and issuance for bidding. Electrical systems will be
developed to include location of runs, identify equipment manufacturer and equipment size. Electrical power
and data plans will be prepared to show the proposed lighting and fixtures, proposed security camera system,
and will be used to coordinate with the utility companies. AVA will prepare electrical analysis and design and
will performed in accordance with NEC, IEC, IEE and UL Standards and NEMA requirements. Provide
coordination with required utility companies to assist with any additional upgrades or service necessary to
supply the project site related to AVA's scope such as SCE for site electrical needs. Prepare raceway and riser
diagram for Fiber Optic plans in assistance with RailPros' CIS / Fiberoptic engineer.
OUTPUT: Prepare Site Lighting, Electrical, and fiberoptic raceway plans, Exhibits and reports.
Subtask 7.1.I.A Restroom Building Plans (Existing Station Restroom)
Based upon the approved preliminary design package and confirmation on the construction budget, AVA will
perform revisions to the code compliance upgrade concept to resolve outstanding issues. AVA will prepare
plans for the project to be used in submittal to the City Planning Department and Building & Safety
Department, and to be used for coordination with the team. Based upon restroom building code deficiencies
and CASp upgrades needed, AVA shall prepare Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Plans,
schedules, and details with supporting calculations. Structural design will be by RailPros' structural engineer.
Subtask 7.1.I.13 Restroom Building Plans (New Park Restroom)
Based upon the approved preliminary design package and confirmation on the construction budget, AVA will
perform revisions to the design concept to resolve outstanding issues. AVA will prepare plans for the project to
be used in submittal to the City Planning Department and Building & Safety Department, and to be used for
coordination with the team. Plans will include dimensions, colors, material, details, refined elevations, wall
sections, and summary specifications for the construction of the various elements on -site. AVA can also
develop 3D image renderings of the design for coordination and presentation purposes. Based upon restroom
building program and character agreed upon by the City, AVA shall prepare Architectural, Electrical,
Mechanical, and Plumbing Plans, schedules, and details with supporting calculations. Structural design will be
by RailPros' structural engineer.
Fire Protection sprinkler drawings will be developed, including floor plans, riser diagrams, details, and general
notes. These drawings will identify the work to coordinate with the plumbing design drawings. Block diagrams
will be represented in the floor plans with the required fire hazard hydraulic criteria. The consultant's sprinkler
scope drawings are scope in nature, and the Sprinkler Contractor in combination with the contractor's
Sprinkler Engineer of Record (EOR) shall prepare the detailed hydraulic calculations with pipe sizing and the
sprinkler head placement. The Sprinkler Contractor (the installed Engineer -of -Record) is assumed to submit the
Final Drawings to the necessary agencies and the insurance carrier for Final approval.
The focus of the Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing engineering scope of work is to progress the design
concepts at a sufficient level of detail to develop accurate capital cost estimates, construction staging, and
preparation of working drawings. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems will be developed to include
location of runs, identify equipment manufacturer and equipment size. Electrical power and data plans will be
prepared to show the proposed lighting and fixtures, proposed security camera system, and will be used to
coordinate with the utility companies. Plumbing plans will be prepared to show fixture sizes and to create
overall water demands for the project. Coordination with the sustainable design goals will be key to ensure that
the project LEED goals are met. AVA will prepare electrical analysis and design.
MAIN ELEMENTS OF MEP WORK DURING DESIGN
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• Conduct site survey to understand MEP project needs. Plumbing to extend to outside of the facility by 5-
feet and shall be connected to utility (sewer, water, and drainage) provided on civil drawings.
• Verify power loads and coordinate with electrical utility.
• Size the power and lighting cables and routing the associated conduits.
• Provide switchboard, power breakers and lighting panels to accommodate loads.
• Distribute the power to the CIS systems, security systems, signage, mech. systems, and lights.
• Distribute the power to electrical vehicle charging stations within the parking area.
• The Mechanical and Plumbing work will include drainage system, water, and storm drain.
Mechanical/plumbing design work will be performed in accordance with UPC, UMC, UBC, NFPA13, & NFPA14.
FIRE PROTECTION DESIGN DRAWINGS/ SPRINKLER DESIGN
The Design Team shall develop Fire Protection sprinkler drawings, including floor plans, riser diagrams, details,
and general notes. These drawings will identify the work to coordinate with the plumbing design drawings. Block
diagrams will be represented in the floor plans with the required fire hazard hydraulic criteria. The consultant's
sprinkler scope drawings are scope in nature, and the Sprinkler Contractor in combination with the contractor's
Sprinkler Engineer of Record (EOR) shall prepare the detailed hydraulic calculations with pipe sizing and the
sprinkler head placement. The Sprinkler Contractor (the installed Engineer -of -Record) is assumed to submit the
Final Drawings to the all -necessary agencies and the insurance carrier for Final approval.
OUTPUT: Prepare Architectural plans/elevations/sections/details/schedules/code analysis; Electrical plans /
diagrams /single line diagrams/schedules/details/calculations; Mechanical HVAC plans/ schedules/ details /
calculations; and Plumbing sewer/DCW/drainage plans/diagrams/schedules/details/ calculations. To be used for
submittal to the City Planning Department, Building & Safety Department, and for Coordination with the team.
SHEETS INDEX:
• of DRAWING
DRAWINGS NO. DRAWING TITLE
ARCHITECTURAL
1
A-101
SITE PLAN
1
A-102
ACCESSIBILITY DETAILS
2
A-201—A-202
RESTROOM FLOOR PLAN / RESTROOM REFLECTED CEILING PLAN
2
A-301-A302
EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS / INTERIOR ELEVATION
1
A-302
SECTIONS
1
A-401
SCHEDULES
1
A-501
DETAILS
MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING
1
MP-001
MECHANICAL -PLUMBING LEGEND, ABBREV. & GENERAL NOTES
4
MP-101-104
TITLE 24 COMPLIANCE FORMS
1
M-201
MECANICAL FLOOR AND ROOF PLAN
1
M-301
MECHANICAL SCHEDULES
1
M-401
MECHANICAL DETAILS
1
P-101
RESTROOM COLD AND HOT WATER PLUMBING FLOOR/ROOF PLANS
1
P-201
RESTROOM PLUMBING SCHEDULES
1
P-301
MECHANICAL -PLUMBING PUMP, FIXTURE & EQUIPMENT SCHEDULE
1
P-401
PLUMBING DETAILS AND RISER DIAGRAM
1
FP-101
RESTROOM FIRE PROTECTION FLOOR PLANS
1
FP-201
RESTROOM FIRE PROTECTION SCHEDULES
1
FP-301
RESTROOM FIRE PROTECTION DETAILS
ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING
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E-001
ELECTRICAL ABBREVIATIONS, GENERAL NOTES AND SYMBOLS
1
E-002
ELECTRICAL SITE PLAN
1
E-003
PHOTOMETRIC CALCULATION PARK
1
E-004
PHOTOMETRIC CALCULATION STATION AND PARKING LOT
1
E-101A
ENLARGED ELECTRICAL PLAN PARK
1
E-10113
ENLARGED ELECTRICAL PLAN STATION AND PARKING LOT
1
E-102
COMMUNICATION/SURVEILLANCE SECURITY PLAN
1
E-103
GROUNDING PLAN
1
E-201
RISER DIAGRAM / CIS BLOCK DIAGRAM AND POWER DISTRIB.
1
E-202
ELECTRICAL LIGHTING FIXTURE AND PANEL SCHEDULE
1
E-203
ELECTRICAL SINGLE LINE DIAGRAM
1
E-204
LIGHTING CONTROL DIAGRAMS AND DETAILS
2
E-301- E-302
ELECTRICAL MISCELLANEOUS DETAILS
2
E-401- E-402
TITLE 24 COMPLIANCE FORMS
40 SHEETS
Subtask 7.2 Easement Preparation
AVA will provide exhibits for electrical easement preparation. Final drawings to be prepared by agency.
OUTPUT: Easement Exhibits and Supporting Forms
Subtask 7.3 Plan Approvals and Permits. Conformed Set
AVA will revise the plans, specifications, and estimates based on the review comments received from the 95%
submittal. AVA will complete the plans to a 100% level of completion for a final submittal to the City Planning
Department and City Engineering Services, Building and Safety, Traffic, Transit, Urban Forestry, Environmental
Services, Recreation and Community Services, Park Maintenance, and outside agencies such as L.A. County Fire,
or as needed for construction permits. The complete plan check submittal will be provided to Psomas for their
use in submitting to the City Building Department including the architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing.
Receive plan check approvals from all City divisions including but not limited to Planning, Building and Safety,
Engineering Services, Environmental Services, Transit, Landscape Maintenance Division, and outside agencies as
needed for construction building permits. AVA will provide Psomas for their submission to the City with an
original and/or updated complete set of approved plans and profiles, specifications, and estimate. Construction
specifications shall be written specific to the project. Structural Engineering Drawings and Soils Reports to be
developed by others and cross referenced within the architectural plans.
OUTPUT. Submittal Agency approved Design Plans, Specifications and Estimates to the City of Santa Clarita for
final review and approval. Issue for Bid Drawings, Specifications, and Engineers Estimate
Subtask 7.4.1 Pre -Bid Conference
AVA will attend the Pre -Bid Conference to assist the City in answering Contractor questions and to help describe
the work to be completed.
OUTPUT. Attendance at Pre -Bid Conference.
Subtask 7.4.2, 7.4.3 Bid Phase Support
AVA will support the City during the bid phase of the construction contract. When requested by the City, AVA's
Project Manager will respond to bidder questions pertaining to the PS&E and design intent, and will prepare
addendum(s) as necessary.
OUTPUT: Bid Document addendums and/or clarifications as required.
TASK 8 CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT — NIC / FUTURE Duration: TBD
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SCHEDULE 2 — ASSUMPTIONS AND OUT -OF -SCOPE ITEMS
The following are assumptions or expressly excluded from the scope of services "Schedule 1:"
A. PACKAGING - the project is assumed to be designed as one package utilizing CAD or Revit software.
B. FEES - payment of any governmental fees, permits or assessments to be by others.
C. CHANGES - CITY or outside agency changes in program, schedule, consultant team or redesign.
D. SURVEY —Anticipated to be supplied by others.
E. GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES - Anticipated to be supplied by others.
F. SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION — Preparation by others.
G. CONSTRUCTION -PHASE SERVICES: It is understood and agreed that the design process cannot be completed
until the Project which is the subject of this Agreement is actually constructed. It is further understood and
agreed that, if construction -phase services are provided for under this Agreement, such services are
essential to the completion of the professional services for which CONSULTANT is being retained. CITY
acknowledges that the premature termination of CONSULTANT's services prior to substantial completion of
the Project will significantly increase the risk of loss resulting, among other causes, from misinterpretation
of the intent of the design, unauthorized modifications, and failure to detect errors or omissions in the plans
and specifications before they become costly mistakes built into the Project. Therefore, CITY agrees that, if
the services to be provided by CONSULTANT under this Agreement do not include construction -phase
services, or, if this Agreement is terminated prior to substantial completion of the Project, CITY will
indemnify CONSULTANT and hold CONSULTANT harmless from and against any and all claims, demands,
losses, costs, liabilities and damages, including, without limitation, reasonable attorneys' fees and expenses
and excepting only those claims, demands, losses, costs, liabilities and damages arising out of the
negligence of CONSULTANT.
H. PREPARATION OF AS -BUILT DRAWINGS - Not a part of these services. CONSULTANT shall review the Record
Drawings prepared by the landscape contractor for completeness in accordance to the specs. Preparation
of Record Drawings will be prepared under future services.
I. SCHEDULE — Deliverable timelines set herein are based upon schedules set forth in the CITY's RFP.
CONSULTANT shall plan to follow milestones set herein but shall not be held responsible for schedule delays
caused by stakeholders, construction delays, or other third -party impacts that are outside CONSULTANT's
control.
J. CaSP INSPECTION —To be performed by others.
K. EXISTING VIA PRINCESSA PLATFORM — Improvements / Upgrades Excluded
L. SPORTS FIELD LIGHTING — Selection, Layout, and calculations by others (Musco). AVA to provide electrical
power connection design and indicated within the electrical drawings.
M. VIA PRINCESSA PARK SITE LIGHTING — Primary fixture types and locations to be prepared by others (PCLD)
with review by AVA. Final locations, photometrics, and specifications to be per AVA and incorporated
within the electrical drawings.
N. COMMUNICATION DRAWINGS — CIS and VSS design and communication single lines not anticipated as part
of the fiberoptic raceway plans which will extend the City's Fiber Optic conduits at Weyerhauser Way and
Via Princessa to a stub out location at the proposed park site.
O. TRANSFORMER - AVA will assist the team with the utility agency for SCE to provide a new 500kVA +/-
transformer to provide power for existing SCRRA facilities and the new park facilities. It is assumed that the
agency or the City will provide as-builts for the existing electrical systems.
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August 12, 2022
City of Santa Clarita
Attention: Leslie Frazier, Project Manager
123920 Valencia Boulevard Suite 300
Santa Clarita, CA 91355-2196
SUBJECT: Draft Proposal for Via Princessa Park Plan Review
Dear Leslie,
Committed to improving
people's lives every day
Thank you for the opportunity to assist the City on the Via Princessa Park project.
Scope of Work
Task 1— Plans, Specification and Estimate (PS&E) Review
MNS Engineers, Inc. (MNS) will perform plan, specification and estimate review for the following
improvements:
• Bank Lining (Approx. 2000') — Plan and Profile, Sections & Details
• Diversion Structure — Plan, Sections and Details
• Stormwater Treatment Facilities - Plans and Details
• Reinforced Concrete Box (RCB) Extension — Plan and Profile, Section and Details
• Temporary Creek Diversion — Plan and Details
We will confirm that the proposed improvements are coordinated with the park improvements.
The project will have 30%, 60%, 90%, 100% and Final submittals (5 Total.)
Task 2 — Document Review
We will review the following documents to confirm that the improvements meet the appropriate
standards and requirements for each submittal:
• Environment Document
• Hydrology and Hydraulic Report for Santa Clara River Improvements
• Hydrology and Hydraulic Report for Drainage Facilities
• Geotechnical Report for proposed improvements
• Drainage Facility Structural Calculations
• Stormwater Treatment Calculations
100 E. Thousand Oaks Boulevard I Suite 105
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Task 3 —Coordination and Meeting
We will meet with City staff and consultant to review comments. (Up to 8 Meetings)
We will coordinate with City staff through the design process (approx. 2 years) and respond to
inquiries from the City and design consultant.
Schedule
Plan review will be performed within three weeks after receipt of all required plans, specifications,
estimates and documents.
Staffing
Plan review will be led by me with assistance from Sam Potts, PE, QSD/QSP — Project Engineer.
Fee
The fee for the scope of work defined in this letter is $70,640. A detailed cost breakdown is
attached.
Task
Fee
1 — PS&E Review
$32,560
2 — Document Review
$26,080
3 — Coordination and Meetings
$12,000
Task Total
$70,640
Please let us know if we can provide any more information and feel free to call me to discuss this
request at (805) 719-9807 or if you prefer, via email at mip@mnsengineers.com.
Sincerely,
MINIS Engineers, Inc.
Michael Ip, PE, QSD
Principal Engineer
100 E. Thousand Oaks Boulevard I Suite 105
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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$1,360
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$1,360
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$5,440
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$6,800
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Sub -Total
2.0 Project Management and Administration
a Progress reports/Invoicing
b General PM Work
Sub -Total
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a Review Design Documents
Conceptual Design
30% Design
60% Design
90% Design
100% Design
Final
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c CPUC/GO88-B Support
d Site Visits/Field Meetings
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a Administrative/Application Review Fees
b Standard Plan Review
c Flagging
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8 3
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SCRRAto be reimbursed for the actual costs and expenses incurred by SCRRA and its contractors/consultants for all services and work performed in
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September 914, 2022
Ms. Danielle Marquez
City of Santa Clarita
23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 120
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
RE Proposal for California Environmental Quality Act and Environmental Studies Consulting Services for the Via Princessa Park
Project, City of Santa Clarita (RFP #CIP-22-23-10)
Dear Ms. Marquez:
Earlier this year, the City proposed to extend its park network with a new 26-acre park adjacent to the Via Princessa Metrolink Station. The
proposed improvements to this undeveloped land requires an in-depth environmental document that will enable the City to meet the needs
of the local community with sports fields, gathering areas, trails and more. Michael Baker International is committed to assisting the City
with these environmental documents and brings an excellent track record and technical expertise to the team. Michael Baker International
appreciates this opportunity to submit this proposal to the City of Santa Clarita (City) in response to your Request for Proposals (RFP) for
the Via Princessa Park Project (Project) California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Environmental Studies. Michael Baker's Project
team has an excellent track record and the technical expertise to assist the City with the preparation of the Project's CEQA documentation.
The Michael Baker Team Understands the Key Project Issues and Challenges on This Project and How to Solve Them:
— We bring the experience and knowledge of having prepared the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) for the
Canyon Country Community Center and Park project, with similar recreational facilities and drainage/water quality improvements
approximately 1 mile to the northeast;
— We have prepared CEQA documents for multiple athletic field/active park improvement projects, including lighted and programmed
athletic field projects;
— We have assembled a Project team that brings experience with similar recreation, water resources, and biological restoration
projects in Southern California, including in the City and for the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), that involved similar
environmental issues (e.g., drainage and floodway modifications and infiltration, Significant Ecological Areas (SEAS), sensitive
habitat and habitat restoration, nearby disadvantaged communities, and railroad access and reconfiguration of roadways).
— We understand the City's processes, objectives, and critical issue areas.
Key Team members include William Hoose as the Project Principal authorized to represent the firm on all matters related to the proposal,
John Bellas as Project Director, Brent Schleck as Project Manager, and Jennifer Wu as Deputy Project Manager. John and Brent have
prepared numerous environmental documents for the City, including the aforementioned Canyon Country Community Center Project,
MetroWalk Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment (SCEA), Bouquet Canyon Project Environmental Impact Report (EIR), and
others. Jennifer Wu, Deputy Project Manager, has direct experience working with the CPUC and with projects involving Strategic
Environmental Assessments (SEAS).
We have supplemented our team with HELIX Environmental Planning, who brings local biological resource expertise, having worked on
multiple projects in Santa Clarita including the Bouquet Canyon and Sierra Crossings projects. We have also added GMU Geotechnical for
further optional geotechnical investigations. Our proposed team brings decades of experience preparing CEQA documents and supporting
environmental studies, and we have extensive experience preparing CEQA documentation for complex projects in the City. With this existing
knowledge and experience, Michael Baker has an in-depth understanding of the City, which will add to our efficient approach and completion
of the needed approvals.
CEQA Expertise Statewide, with a Local Focus: Having provided environmental consulting services to agencies in every region of California,
including the Santa Clarita Valley, we regularly observe and evaluate the best environmental planning practices being utilized in California
and implement these effective practices. As a result of this statewide experience, coupled with our strong presence in the Los Angeles area
M BAKER I N T L. C 0 M 3760 Kilroy Airport Way, Suite 270, Long Beach, CA 90806
P: (562) 200 7165 F: (562) 200-7166
and extensive experience with the City, we have a deep knowledge of the environmental resources, setting, and current regulations that
drive CEQA analysis in the City of Santa Clarita.
As required in the City's RFP, this proposal is a firm offer for a 120-day period, and work will be performed at the "not -to -exceed" price
included in the separate Cost file. This includes all meetings, including but not limited to, a kick-off meeting, Project coordination meetings
with City staff, and Planning Commission and City Council meetings, and all deliverables identified in this scope of work.
If you have any questions regarding this proposal or wish to discuss any items, please contact John Bellas at (310) 890-9537 or
ibellas@mbakerintl.com.
Sincerely,
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Via Princessa Park Project
CEQA and Environmental Studies
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
Table of Contents
CoverLetter.....................................................................................................................................................................................
1.1.1. Introduction.....................................................................................................................................................................1
Michael Baker International Firm Profile...........................................................................................................................................................1
ProjectUnderstanding..........................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1.2 Relevant Experience on Similar Projects and References................................................................................................... 3
1.1.3. Plan of Study/Scope of Work............................................................................................................................................ 9
Approach.................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Outlineof Major Tasks and Subtasks.................................................................................................................................................................9
Tasksand Outputs...............................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.1.4. Schedule.....................................................................................................................................................................2328
ProposedProject Schedule...........................................................................................................................................................................2428
1.1.5. Program Management.................................................................................................................................................429
ProjectManagement and Approach...........................................................................................................................................................2-429
Quality Control/Assurance Procedures.......................................................................................................................................................2430
TimelineChart.................................................................................................................................................................................................2-631
1.1.6. Personnel, Equipment, and Facilities...........................................................................................................................2-732
1.1.7. Sub-Consultants..........................................................................................................................................................31-36
Statementof Offer....................................................................................................................................................................3-136
AppendixA: Resumes......................................................................................................................................................................
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Via Princessa Park Project
CEQA and Environmental Studies
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
U.1. Introduction
In accordance with the requirements of the RFP, the following pages provide a general introduction to and description of Michael Baker
International's proposal and the firm's general information.
Michael Baker Onternational Firm Profile
Michael Baker is a full -service environmental, engineering, design, and construction management firm
Michael Baker founded in 1940. We have had a strong California presence for over 80 years, with nearly 600 employees
N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L in 12 office locations throughout the state, including Los Angeles and Long Beach. The expertise of the
firm includes environmental planning, including the preparation of environmental documentation in
compliance with the requirements of CEQA; regulatory permitting; community planning; park planning; land use planning; habitat mitigation
and restoration design; urban design; landscape architecture; transportation engineering; traffic; civil engineering; stormwater management,
water quality design, and permitting; public outreach; surveying and mapping; geographic information systems (GIS); and construction
monitoring and management services. Michael Baker stands ready to demonstrate our planning expertise, staff resources, and capability to
perform services for the City of Santa Clarita's Department of Public Works upon acceptance of this Proposal.
Michael Baker has prepared numerous EIRs, IS/MNDs, and categorical exemptions pursuant to CEQA for many municipal clients in Southern
California, including the City of Santa Clarita. Our experience as an environmental consultant to hundreds of public agencies throughout
California has given us exceptional environmental planning qualifications and a broad range of problem -solving abilities. Our in-house
experts understand legal issues, best practices, and special considerations to develop innovative, appropriate, and defensible solutions.
Michael Baker has selected an in-house team of CEQA specialists to assist the City with review of technical studies and preparation of the
required CEQA documentation for the proposed Project, including CEQA generalists, biologists, cultural resources specialists, environmental
social justice practitioners, quality and noise specialists, geotechnical engineers, hydrology and water quality experts, and transportation and
circulation specialists, which will lead to efficiency and the ability to meet the needs of the City's Department of Public Works.
Michael Baker has extensive experience working on controversial projects in politically active communities. In addition to Santa Clarita,
examples include Los Angeles (e.g., Hollywood, downtown Los Angeles), Rolling Hills Estates, Pasadena, South Pasadena, Santa Monica,
Signal Hill, Long Beach, and Arcadia. We have prepared CEQA documents for multiple projects in these areas. With this experience, we are
highly adept at responding to comments, both in writing and during public meetings/hearings. Moreover, when working with such cities
and communities, we regularly strategize with our clients on potential issues and develop approaches to minimize risks and potential pitfalls.
Our team includes HELIX for biological resources surveys and jurisdictional delineation and GMU for geotechnical analyses. Brief profiles of
these firms and their qualifications are included in Section 1.1.7. Sub -Consultants of this proposal.
Project Understanding
We understand that the City of Santa Clarita is proposing to construct a park and regional infiltration facility in an approximately 26-acre
area of vacant City -owned land along the south bank of the Santa Clara River, in the Canyon Country community. The City's Parks, Recreation,
and Open Space Master Plan Update (August 2008) identified the proposed Via Princessa Park as a possible future park to provide needed
recreational facilities to the community. The Project will include athletic fields with sports field lighting, playground equipment and other
recreational facilities, such as walking paths, shade structures, picnic areas, public art, and education and monumentation signage.
Additionally, the Project would provide parking, access and other amenities, including improvements and expansions on the existing parking
lot, a pedestrian and vehicle railroad undercrossing and other railroad improvements (at -grade pedestrian crossing removal and relocations
of storm drain line and handicap parking), a new restroom building with associated utilities, improvements to the existing restroom/office
building, landscaping and irrigation, and restoration of Honby Creek. The Project also includes civil and geotechnical design features,
including a subterranean regional stormwater infiltration facility, buried bank protection along the Santa Clara River, a storm drain culvert
extension, removal of an agricultural water well, and soil processing requirements and design considerations. Michael Baker further
understands that at a future date, a fourth lane may be added to Weyerhauser Way and modifications may be made to Via Princessa to
accommodate a double -left turn lane into and/or out of Weyerhauser Way.
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The Project site is primarily undeveloped, with existing improvements constructed on the southerly portion of the property that include the
existing Via Princessa Metrolink Station (planned for relocation), an existing restroom and office building, and an existing parking lot
(approximately 400 spaces). The Project site is directly bordered by: the Santa Clara River to the north; Whites Canyon Road, and open space
to the west; Via Princessa, open space, and residential uses to the south including the Friendly Valley senior living community and country
club/golf course; and the Cordova Estates mobile home community, a warehouse/distribution facility, the Sulphur Spring Union School
District administrative offices, and a self storage facility to the east. The Project site is roughly divided in half by the Southern California
Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA)/Metrolink railroad tracks. Additionally, the area north of the railroad tracks, which is proposed for the Project
recreational and infiltration facilities, is identified as being within the Santa Clara River Significant Ecological Area (SEA) Overlay Zone by the
City, and is subject to the requirements under the City's Municipal Code Section 17.38.080 (SEA — Significant Ecological Area Overlay Zone).
As described in the RFP, the Project requires a vehicle and pedestrian crossing of the existing SCRRA/Metrolink railroad tracks to gain access
to the park area from the parking lot. As a result, the Project proposes an approximately 21-foot-wide,17foot high, and 70foot long railroad
undercrossing, which would accommodate utility vehicles, light trucks, and light maintenance vehicles, and would include pedestrian access
ramps. As a result, the Project would require CPUC authorization of the proposed rail crossing modification in accordance with General
Order 88-B.
As mentioned, the Project site is located in the Canyon Country community, which is in the eastern portion of the Santa Clarita Valley that
includes both the City of Santa Clarita and unincorporated Los Angeles County areas. As described in the City's General Plan (2011), this
area has the largest population of any community in the Valley, and contains a wide range of housing types. As identified in the Safe, Clean
Water Program Feasibility Study Report for the Via Princessa Park and Regional Best Management Practices (BMP) Project (provided as
Attachment B to the RFP), the Project site is located within a 2018 census tract identified by the State of California as a Disadvantaged
Community, based on the Project site block group median household income of less than $42,737, which is up to 60 percent less than the
State median ($71,228). The community located immediately east of the Project site (Cordova Estates) qualifies as a severely disadvantaged
community. According to CalEnviroScreen 4.0, the Project site census tract has an overall percentile score of 35 (where high scores identify
areas experiencing higher pollution burdens than low scores), and immediately adjacent census tracts have percentile scores ranging from
51 to 65.
In addition to recreational opportunities, the Project is expected to provide water quality and water supply benefits to the surrounding
communities. The Project restoration and BMP designs would reduce trash and other urban runoff pollutants entering the Santa Clara River
from the Honby Channel. The Project would divert and infiltrate storm water, and would incorporate bio-swales and other BMP treatment
processes to treat and convey on -site runoff. The Project will infiltrate more water in the groundwater basin near existing production wells
thereby increasing well production. This creates a more resilient water supply for the community, and reduces the costs associated with
acquiring water from other sources.
Project construction is anticipated to begin in the summer of 2025 with completion planned for Winter 2028. However, prior to the Project
construction, the Project is also proposed to include a temporary condition to accommodate the Sierra Highway Bridge Widening project,
located approximately 3,000 feet upstream of the Project. The Project park site and the adjacent open streambed may be used to stage
construction materials and equipment and to provide access to the bridge's project area through the denuded open streambed, with minimal
impacts. Because of this unique opportunity, these activities are being included as part of this Project. The streambed between this proposed
Project and the Sierra Highway Bridges offer an open, flat, and clear route for equipment to travel between the two locations. It will receive
minimal surface grading to smooth it, and then wetted to allow for wheeled construction equipment to travel over it without getting stuck.
This scope assumes that this would result in up to 2 acres of streambed impacts (which would accommodate a travel path that is 3,000 feet
long by 25 feet wide and approximately 0.25 acres of supplemental staging in the river), and that the vast majority of construction equipment
staging or storage would occur on the Via Princessa Park Project site. The Sierra Highway Bridge widening and replacement project is
expected to begin during the summer of 2023 and take approximately 24 months to complete.
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1.1.2. Relevant Experience on Similar Projects and References
Below are profiles of Michael Baker's recent relevant experience with similar projects, with references provided for the first three clients.
These projects represent a limited set of our overall CEQA and environmental analysis experience and additional qualifications and references
are available upon request.
City of Santa Clarita Planning Division, On -Call Environmental Services
Michael Baker has been providing on -call environmental services to the
City's Planning Division since 2014. Michael Baker has undertaken a variety
of assignments, including preparing environmental documents for park
projects, two of which are detailed below, development projects, long-
range planning policy initiatives, and capital improvement projects; and
conducting CEQA training for City staff. Michael Baker also prepared an
Initial Study template for the City that provides standard/suggested
response language for the questions on the Initial Study checklist, sources
of information, and other guidance language and helpful hints.
City of Santa Clarita
James Chow, Senior Planner
23920 Valencia Blvd., Ste 300
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
(661)255-4330
jchow@santa-clarita.com
2014
Date • • - Ongoing
Canyon Country Community
Center and Park IS/MND, Consultant PM and John Bellas, Associate VP
Santa Clarita (2017) (562) 200-7170
� Michael Baker prepared an
jbellas@mbakerintl.com
IS/MND for the Canyon Country John Bellas, Brent Schleck,
- Community Center project. The - - Madonna Marcelo, rrankie
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of three commercial buildings
and construction of an a roximatel 25 000--s uare-foot community center and ark
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improvements, including open play areas, water features, an outdoor market/mercado, an event
stage, parking, off -site street improvements, and a stormwater infiltration system. The community
center building includes spaces such as a multi -purpose room, gymnasium, classrooms, catering
and teaching kitchen, fitness room, staff offices, a reception lobby, and supporting uses such as
The facility also features an events garden, group picnic areas, a basketball half -court, and a perimeter trail.
West Creek Park Inclusive Play Area Project (2021) Michael Baker prepared
environmental documentation pursuant to the National Environmetnal Policy Act
(NEPA) for the proposed project. The proposed project would rehabilitate an
existing park facility (West Creek Park) located on the northwest side of the City in
the Valencia community. Specifically, the project would consist of the removal of
approximately 5,200 square feet of existing play area and the construction of a new
inclusive play area, which would provide recreation opportunities for disabled park
users. The project would include shade canopies over all play elements; shaded
seating walls and benches; fencing around the play area; rubberized surfacing on
all levels; new landscaping surrounding the play area; associated signage; a new
drinking fountain; and connections to existing walkways, parking, restrooms, and
picnic shelters. The project would expand West Creek Park's existing play area into
an existing turf area within the park removing any trees or parking spaces.
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MetroWalk Specific Plan Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment, Santa
Clarita (2021)
Michael Baker prepared a SCEA for the MetroWalk Specific Plan, a residential project
—� :,•,,, involving the development of 498 residential units comprising of a mix of housing types,
including market rate apartments and townhomes, age qualified apartments, and
affordable senior apartments. The project also included a multi -use path that would link
the project site with the future Metrolink Vista Canyon Station to the east and the Vista
Canyon Specific Plan development to the north, while connecting various private
amenities throughout the project site, including park nodes, open space, a central
clubhouse, and a playground. The multi -use path would terminate at a 0.93-acre public
plaza at the far eastern area of the project site, which would provide a publicly accessible
outdoor amenity and a connection to commercial uses, trails, and other amenities within the Vista Canyon Specific Plan area.
Bouquet Canyon Residential Project and Roadway Realignment EIR, Santa Clarita (2021)
Michael Baker prepared an EIR for the Bouquet Canyon Residential Project and Roadway Realignment,
located along the eastern and southern sides of Bouquet Canyon Road between Copper Canyon Drive
and Plum Canyon Road. The proposed project would construct 45 single-family detached units, 102
bungalows, 132 row homes, 90 homes arranged in motor courts, and 92 townhomes on 57 acres of
mostly undeveloped land. The proposed project would also include closing a portion of and
constructing a new alignment of Bouquet Canyon Road. The project required a conditional use permit,
development and architectural design review, a ridgeline alteration permit, an oak tree permit, and a
tentative tract map to subdivide the property into 70 lots for residential land uses, streets, private
drives, draining infrastructure, and various open space lots. The scope of the EIR included aesthetics,
air quality, biological resources, cultural and paleontological resources, energy, geology and soils,
greenhouse gas emissions, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, noise,
public services, transportation and traffic, utilities and service systems, and wildfire. Under a separate
contract with the project applicant, HELIX prepared the biological technical report and assisted with
regulatory permit application processing.
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Sierra West Assisted Living and Memory Care Project IS/MND, Santa Clarita
(2021)
Michael Baker prepared an IS/MND for the Sierra West Assisted Living and Memory
Care project, located on Sierra Highway, 800 feet south of Newhall Avenue. The
project would develop an 83-unit senior living facility on 3.99 acres of mostly
undeveloped land immediately north of Eternal Valley Memorial Park. The proposed
building would include five above -ground levels, one subterranean level for guest
and resident parking, and amenitites such as outdoor spaces for assisted living and
memory care residents, an indoor gymnasium and salon, and a multi -use trail along
Sierra Highway.
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Master Plan SEIR, Santa Clarita (2021)
Michael Baker prepared a Supplemental EIR for an amendment to this Master
Plan. The hospital, located at the intersection of McBean Parkway and Orchard
Village Road, proposed to revise the Master Plan to allow an additional 200,000
square feet of building space, as well as expansion of an existing parking facility.
The proposed development includes an 84,300-square-foot, three-story
diagnostic and treatment building, a 115,700-square-foot, five -story inpatient
building, and the addition of three aboveground levels to an existing parking
structure. The scope of the EIR included aesthetics, air quality, energy, GHG
emissions, noise, transportation/traffic, tribal cultural resources, and utilities and
service systems.
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Dockweiler Residential Development IS/MND, Santa Clarita (2019)
Michael Baker prepared an IS/MND for the Dockweiler Residential
Development Project, located at the southwest corner of Dockweiler
Drive and Sierra Highway. The project involved developing 96
detached residential condominiums on 21.44 acres of mostly
undeveloped land previously used for oil extraction and storage. The
proposed gated community includes homes ranging in size between
2,050 and 2,450 square feet and amenities such as a pool, clubhouse,
children's playground, passive park, and a multipurpose trail.
City of Rolling Hills Estates, On -Call Environmental Services
Michael Baker has a current on -call professional services contract with the
City of Rolling Hills Estates and provides a range of services from CEQA
environmental documentation to fiscal market analysis and parking
studies.
George F Canyon Nature Center Renovation Project IS/MND (2022)
City of Rolling Hills Estates
Planning Department
David Wahba, Planning Director
4045 Palos Verdes Drive North
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
(310) 377-1577 ext. 103
davidw@rollinghillsestatesca.gov
2013
Ongoing
John Bellas, Associate VP
(562)200-7170
jbellas@mbakerintl.com
John Bellas, Brent Schleck,
Jennifer Wu, Ryan Winkleman,
Margo Nayyar
The project proposes the renovation of the existing George F Canyon Nature Center Facility at the approximately 51-acre George F Canyon
Preserve. The project activities include demolition of the existing facility, and construction and operation of a new Nature Center Community
Center facility, which would include a single-level,1,750-square-foot Nature Center/Community Room building with a viewing deck, a 1,000-
square-foot outdoor classroom area with a photovoltaic shade canopy, storage enclosures, boardwalk with a canyon overlook, privacy screen,
community -preferred fencing, gate, and associated parking and drop-off spaces. The Project would increase the total building area of the
existing nature center and associated facilities from 1,450 square feet to 3,290 square feet. Additionally, the project includes roadway
improvements along Palos Verdes Drive East to provide additional parking and bike lanes.
Michael Baker prepared the Project CEQA IS/MND and supporting technical studies: air quality, GHG, energy and noise analyses; cultural,
paleontological, and historic resources evaluation; AB-52 consultation (this was out of scope); and biological resources assessment and
coastal California gnatcatcher (CAGN) protocol surveys. Key issues include sensitivity to adjacent residential community and proximity to
sensitive biological resources, including CAGN critical habitat.
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Norris Pavilion Expansion Project IS/MND (ongoing) The proposed project involves
the construction of a new three -level, 8,750-square-foot addition on the west side of the
existing Norris Pavilion, which is an event venue offering a large space that can be used
for private events (such as weddings, church services, and banquets), as well as
classroom space used for performing arts (e.g., singing, dancing, and acting) classes. The
proposed addition would include performing arts and dance studio spaces, as well as
ancillary uses, such as office, storage, and lobby areas. The Palos Verdes Performing Arts
organization, which operates the Norris Pavilion, also offered performing arts classes in
a stand-alone commercial building (Palos Verdes Performing Arts Conservatory) located
in the Peninsula Shopping Center, which would be relocated to the proposed expanded
Norris Pavilion.
City of Pasadena, On -Call Environmental Services
Michael Baker has been providing on -call environmental services to the
City since 2013. Michael Baker has undertaken a variety of assignments
under this contract, including preparing CEQA and NEPA documents,
reviewing and processing CEQA documents, and providing contract staff
assistance. Under this contract, Michael Baker also provides environmental
coordination services. Michael Baker, primarily represented by John Bellas,
is responsible for overseeing the preparation and management of all the
City's environmental documents, including, but not limited to, the following
projects with similar features and conditions as the proposed Project,
including athletic and recreational, hydrological, biological resources,
restoration, and close proximity to residences:
■ Arroyo Seco (Rose Bowl) Music and Arts Festival EIR
■ Desiderio Park and Habitat for Humanity Project EIR
■ ArtCenter College of Design Master Plan EIR
■ Vina Vieja Pickleball Courts IS/MND
■ Berkshire Creek Area Improvements IS/MND
■ Hahamongna Watershed Park Habitat Restoration Categorical
Exemption
■ Lamanda Park Library Pocket Park Categorical Exemption
■ Annandale Canyon Open Space Trail Access, Improvements, and Park
Expansion IS/MND
■ Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility IS/MND
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City of Pasadena Planning and
Community Development
Department
David Reyes, Director
175 N. Garfield Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91101
(626)744-4650
davidreyes@cityofpasadena.net
$1,500,000
2013
Ongoing
John Bellas, Associate VP
(562)200-7170
jbellas@mbakerintl.com
John Bellas, Brent Schleck,
Jennifer Wu, Frankie Tong,
Vicky Rosen, Margo Nayyar
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Mitigation/Restoration Experience
Michael Baker has experience preparing multi -year mitigation projects, including the representative project highlighted below.
Integrated Mitigation Project, Riverside County Transportation Project
(ongoing)
Michael Baker is currently assisting the County of Riverside with implementation
and 5-year monitoring program for mitigation for impacts associated with
multiple road improvement projects. Michael Baker prepared a geometric
design plan illustrating the creek layout, grading, alignments, and stabilization
facilities. Once the habitat designs were finalized, Michael Baker landscape
architects prepared plans for the quantities and placement of native species
within each vegetative community. Prior to the start of construction, Michael
Baker biologists conducted surveys to document the existing conditions of the
site and identify and biological constraints with local wildlife using the site for
foraging or habitat. Additionally, the California Rapid Assessment Method
(CRAM) was conducted in order to establish baseline conditions of the existing
drainage. The project is ongoing and Michael Baker restoration ecologists are
helping the County maintain compliance with permit requirements.
Additional Relevant Projects
Riverside County, California
Jan Bulinski
2950 Washington St,
Riverside, CA 92504
(951)955-6859
jbulinskirivco.org
$1,981,117
2021
Ongoing
Anisha Malik,
Restoration Ecologist
(949)855-3674
Anisha.Malik@mbakerintl.com
Anisha Malik
Michael Baker has prepared CEQA documentation for additional park projects and lighted athletic fields. References for these projects can
be provided upon request.
Santa Monica High School Campus Plan EIR, Santa Monica -Malibu Unified School District (2019)
Michael Baker prepared an EIR for the proposed Santa Monica High School (Samohi) Campus Plan for the Santa Monica -Malibu Unified
School District. The Campus Plan, identified the District's vision for the campus, which included redeveloping and renovating most of the
Samohi campus, phased over a 25-year planning horizon. Notably, the Campus Plan included all new athletic fields and recreational facilities,
including a new lighted stadium. In total, project implementation would result in the demolition of approximately 272,763 square feet of
existing classroom buildings, 74,738 square feet of renovations, and the development of approximately 478,938 square feet of new buildings
and 621,642 square feet of new structured parking and athletic fields, including a new stadium. The buildout would result in the total
construction of approximately 1,448,081 square feet of new classrooms, parking structures, fields, and other support facilities on the Samohi
campus.
Lincoln Avenue Middle School Athletic Fields Project IS/MND, Santa Monica -Malibu Unified School District (2018)
Michael Baker prepared an Initial Study and a Subsequent MND for improvements to the Lincoln Middle School's athletic facilities. The
project included the redevelopment of a 196,240-square-foot athletic field and track. The proposed athletic field consisted of synthetic turf,
pre -marked for soccer, and a five -lane, rubberized, all-weather track. Four 80-foot-high field lights were also proposed. The Project was
intended to provide for community use of the recreational facilities on the Lincoln Middle School campus when school is not in session,
including nonprofit youth sports organizations utilizing the athletic field on weekdays during the school year from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.,
weekdays during schools breaks from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and weekends year-round from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Key issues analyzed
in the CEQA document included aesthetics (light and glare), traffic, parking, air quality, GHG emissions, and noise.
Norwalk High School Athletic Fields EIR, Norwalk -La Mirada Unified School District (2018)
Michael Baker prepared an EIR for the construction of new athletic fields, including a new stadium, at Norwalk High School. Michael Baker
also conducted the air quality, GHG, and noise technical analyses in support of the EIR. The project consisted of replacing the existing grass
field at Norwalk High School with synthetic turf and developing new athletic fields for football, soccer, baseball, softball, and track and field.
The project proposed a new 2,500-seat lighted football/soccer and track and field stadium that would meet all California Interscholastic
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Federation (CIF) standards; a practice soccer field; a practice football field; a lighted baseball field that meets all CIF standards; a lighted
softball field that meets all CIF standards; eight tennis courts; and seven basketball courts. Approximately 8,162 square feet of support
buildings would be constructed, containing concession stands, team rooms, restrooms, and storage facilities. Project implementation
included demolition of an existing aquatic center to allow for expansion of the existing surface parking lot to provide an additional 197 new
parking spaces for a total of 541 parking spaces in support of the high school operations. Key environmental issues including impacts
resulting from noise (resulting periodically from stadium events, loudspeaker, spectator crowds), aesthetics (stadium lighting), and on -street
neighborhood parking during home football events, all of which were determined to be significant and unavoidable even with mitigation
incorporated. Other agencies involved included the Division of State Architect, Office of Public School Construction, Department of Toxic
Substances Control, California Department of Education, Regional Water Quality Control Board, and Los Angeles County Department of
Public Health.
Pocket Park Projects Class 32 Categorical Exemption Evaluation Reports, City of South Pasadena (ongoing)
Michael Baker is currently preparing Class 32 In -fill Development Projects Categorical Exemption (CE) Evaluation Reports for two proposed
South Pasadena pocket parks —Berkshire Park and Grevelia Park. The proposed Berkshire Park project would develop a 7,482-square-foot
site with a walking path, landscaped gathering area with picnic tables, seating areas, a play court, fitness equipment, and other park amenities
and landscape features. The proposed Grevelia Park would develop a 9,130-square-foot site with a plaza, a rock and succulent garden, a
public art display, tables and seating areas, a walking path, two play areas, a water infiltration area, and other park amenities and landscape
features.
South Pasadena Dog Park IS/MND, City of South Pasadena (2016)
Michael Baker prepared an IS/MND for a proposed dog park in the City of South Pasadena. The proposed 0.53-acre dog park consisted of
separated small and large dog play areas that would be surfaced with decomposed granite and wood chips. Additional improvements and
amenities included dog waste stations, trash receptacles, benches, and drinking/pet watering fountains. The dog play areas would be
enclosed with a 6-foot-tall chain -link fence fitted with green wind screens, while a 12-foot-tall chain -link fence was proposed along the rear
(north) of the dog park. Light standards up to 12 feet in height were also proposed throughout the park to allow for use in the evening, until
10:00 p.m. The project also proposed a decomposed granite path along Stoney Drive and a striped crosswalk across Stoney Drive at Lohman
Lane. John Bellas managed this project.
Sierra Crossings Biological Assessments, Surveys, and Jurisdictional Delineation, Integral Communities, City of Santa Clarita.
HELIX Environmental prepared biological assessments, sensitive species surveys, and a wetlands delineation for a proposed commercial
business park project located in the City of Santa Clarita. HELIX provided project design support for resource avoidance techniques for
jurisdictional waters and oak trees and developed strategy to entitle and construct the project without the need for regulatory permits. Work
performed for Integral Communities with the City of Santa Clarita as the lead planning agency.
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1.1.3. Plan of Study/Scope of Work
Approach
In general, our approach to assisting the City of Santa Clarita with the CEQA document and appropriate environmental technical studies is
to first and foremost work collaboratively with City staff to produce a CEQA document and studies that are legally defensible, aid the City in
the decision -making process, and meet the City's needs in terms of quality, budget, and schedule. To accomplish these objectives, Michael
Baker's approach is founded on the following principles:
■ Draw upon our extensive experience preparing CEQA documents for the City of Santa Clarita and for similar projects in other cities
to identify and address the key issues early in the process to prevent delays and setbacks.
■ Prepare technically adequate and complete environmental analyses.
■ Create reader -friendly CEQA documents that use a combination of narrative, figures, photographs, maps, tables, and other visual
aids to help the reader understand the environmental consequences of the Project.
■ Establish and achieve milestone/critical path Project schedules.
■ Openly communicate with City staff as we complete milestones and strive to exceed the City's expectations.
Based on our preliminary review of the project, our knowledge of the potential environmental issues in the City and project area, and our
experience with similar park projects and drainage/water quality improvements, such as the Canyon Country Community Center Project, we
anticipate that an IS/MND will be the appropriate CEQA document for the Project. Thus, our proposed scope of work below is for the
preparation of an IS/MND and supporting technical studies. However, if during the preparation of the Initial Study and/or technical
environmental studies, significant environmental impacts are identified that cannot be mitigated to a less than significant level, an EIR would
be required and an amended scope and fee would be negotiated between Michael Baker and the City.
Outline of Major Tasks and Subtasks
Task 1: Project Management and Meetings
a. Kickoff, Coordination, and Project Schedule
b. Project Management
Task 2: Project Description, Native American Engagement, and Project Scoping
a. Project Description
b. Native American Engagement
c. Project SCOP117q Meetings (Optional)
Task 3: Technical Studies Preparation
a. Aesthetics and Lighting Study
b. Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas, and Energy Analysis
Health Risk Assessment (Optional)
c. Cultural Resources Evaluation
/. Paleontological Resources Evaluation (Optional)
d. 6eotechn/cal Evaluation (Optional)
e. Noise and Vibration
f. Transportation and Traffic Study (VMT and LOS)
gSocial Justice Technical Memorandum
h. Biological Resources Technical Study (see Task 5)
1,i. Hydrology Study Review and Technical Writing
Task 4: Initial Study and Proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration
a. Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
b. Circulation
c. Responses to Public Comments
d. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
e. Public Hearing Attendance and Notice of Determination
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Task EIR-4. Environmental Impact Report /0ational,
a.
Notice of Preparation and Scop/ng (OQt/onah
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Administrative Draft ElR (Optional)
c.
Publication and Distribution of the Draft ElR for Public Review (Optional)
d.
Responses to Comments, Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program ational)
e.
Final ElR (Optional)
f.
Public Hearings (Optional)
a.
Facts and Findinqs and Statement of Overriding Considerations (Optional)
h.
Notice of Determination (Optional)
i.
ElR ETLed t Management (Optional)
Task 5: Environmental Studies in Support of Federal, State, and Local Permitting
a.
General Biological Survey
b.
Tree Survey and Report
c.
Jurisdictional Delineation Report
d.
Biological Technical Report
e_Tree
Impact Assessment and Appraisal (Optional)
e-f.
Rare Plant Surveys (Optional)
Task 6: Restoration Plan for Temporary Access Impacts
Tasks and Outputs
Task 1: Project Management and Meetings
Subtask la: Kickoff, Coordination, and Project Schedule
Michael Baker's Project Manager will be available to City staff throughout the course of the assignment to discuss the project, coordinate
the project schedule, and exchange information. We also included in this scope an in -person kickoff meeting, monthly check -in calls, and
milestone -related coordination meetings over the course of the assignment.
The kickoff meeting will be conducted to initiate the work effort, review Project plans, develop a roster of stakeholders/interested parties,
discuss the Project's key environmental considerations, solidify the Project schedule, and discuss the action plan for achieving that schedule.
Monthly status meetings may include reviewing the City's comments on administrative draft documents, discussing the results of the
technical environmental studies, preparing for public meetings (e.g., scoping meeting and public hearings), reviewing comments received
from the public and outside agencies, and for other coordination purposes. Michael Baker would prepare an agenda shared at least one day
before the meeting, and meeting minutes shared no more than one week following the meeting. In addition to the kickoff meeting, we have
included two in -person outreach meetings or workshops for the public, which would occur at an appropriate time as determined in
consultation with City staff.
Following the kickoff meeting, Michael Baker will develop a detailed schedule for all of the individual activities included in the scope outlined
below, including the preparation of technical studies, a detailed Project description, and draft and final versions of the proposed IS/MND.
Per the City's RFP, this schedule will be provided to the City within two weeks of a fully executed contract.
Outputs:
— Attendance of Michael Baker's Project Manager, Deputy Project Manager, and Project Director (as needed) at monthly project
coordination meetings with City staff, including the kickoff meeting.
— Preparation of agendas, meeting minutes, and action items lists for monthly Project coordination calls with City staff.
— Development of a roster of stakeholders and interested parties for the CEQA and environmental permitting process.
— Development of a schedule detailing the preparation of draft and final CEQA documents, completion of technical studies, and dates
for public noticing meetings (if necessary).
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Subtask lb: Project Management
Michael Baker's assigned Project Manager and Deputy Project Manager will work as an extension of City staff. This approach optimizes
communication between the City and the consultant team. Management activities include coordinating with the project team, ensuring the
proposed timeline is met, monitoring the project budget and progress, and providing quality control review of all completed work products.
Task 2: Project Description, Native American Engagement, and Project Scoping
Subtask 2a: Project Description
Upon completion of the kickoff meeting, Michael Baker will prepare a draft Project description, which will fully describe all elements of the
project and the range of required approvals. The draft Project description will be submitted to the City for review and comment. After
receiving the City's comments and making the appropriate changes, Michael Baker will submit a revised version of the Project description
to the City, which will be the basis for the analysis presented in the technical studies (see Task 3) and Initial Study (see Task 4).
Output:
— Michael Baker will submit the draft and revised versions of the Project description to the City electronically.
Subtask 2b: Native American Engagement
Pursuant to AB 52, Michael Baker will assist in drafting the invitation letter to the City's interested tribal parties for consultation. The Project
Director and Project Manager will attend one meeting with the City to provide support during the formal consultation process and maintain
a consultation log for inclusion in the environmental document's appendices.
Output:
— Michael Baker will submit a draft invitation letter and a consultation log of the tribal consultation meetings and/or calls.
Subtask 1c. Project Scoping Meetings (Optional)
While not required for an IS/MND, based on the City's RFP we have included one public scoping meeting in our scope as an optional task.
A scoping meeting would give the City the opportunity to gather resident feedback at an early stage in the CEQA process. For this task
Michael Baker will assist the City in conducting the public scoping meeting, including preparing a PowerPoint presentation, explaining the
CEQA process for the proposed Project, taking discussion notes, and assisting in response to technical questions. We will also prepare and
assist the City in distributing a notice for the scoping meeting and prepare a summary of the key environmental issues raised during the
scoping meeting.
Outputs:
— Michael Baker will assist with coordination and facilitation of one (1) scoping meeting for the Project.
— Michael Baker will prepare one (1) electronic PowerPoint presentation and deliver that at the scoping meeting.
— Michael Baker will prepare a summary of the key environmental issues raised during the scoping meeting (draft and final iterations
to be submitted to the City electronically).
Task 3: Technical Study Preparation
The following sections outline our proposed scope to prepare the technical studies identified in the City's RFP, which include Aesthetics and
Lighting Study; Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas, and Energy; Biological Resources and Jurisdictional Delineation (included in Task 5, below);
Cultural Resources; Geology/Soils; Noise and Vibration; Transportation, Traffic, and Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT); and Social Justice Technical
Memorandum. The following scope assumes that the hydrology and drainage studies presented in the Feasibility Study prepared for the
project would be sufficient to address CEQA requirements and, therefore, additional analysis related to hydrology and drainage is not
required. Our scope also assumes that the City will provide detailed site plans (including lighting and landscape plans), proposed grading
plans, construction phasing information, and an anticipated construction equipment list.
Subtask 3a: Aesthetics and Lighting Study
Michael Baker will analyze the Project's impacts related to aesthetics, light, and glare. The analysis will include the following:
Photometric Analysis. Michael Baker will provide lighting photometric calculations for the proposed project. The evaluation will include an
analysis of the illumination provided by new LED fixtures to light areas including, but not limited to, the multi -purpose athletic fields,
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pathways, and parking lot. This simulation will be done in accordance with all applicable lighting standards, including IES standards, as well
as any applicable Santa Clarita and LA County standards, and statewide standards, such as Title 24. Each calculation summary will include
average, minimum and maximum foot-candle levels as well as the average/minimum and maximum/minimum uniformity ratios. Pre-
determined light fixture types and pole heights will be used in our calculations; this task assumes that the City will provide the fixture types,
specifications, and locations in AutoCAD electronic format. Michael Baker will prepare a trespass lighting calculation that shows the light
level outside of the project boundary down to near zero foot-candles. Michael Baker will overlay the calculations onto an aerial photograph
and edit for exhibit format for ease of review. We will also provide a summary sheet (in PDF format) which includes the overall site plan with
calculation grids and photometric calculation summary schedule.
This scope accommodates up to one round of administrative review (a consolidated set of comments from the City) and assumes that any
such revisions based on comments received will be minor in nature. Should remodeling be required, this can be accommodated under a
separate scope and fee.
Output:
— Michael Baker will submit one electronic (PDF) copy of the photometric analysis. This scope accommodates up to one round of
administrative review and assumes that any such revisions based on comments received will be minor in nature. Should remodeling
be required, this can be accommodated under a separate scope and fee.
Subtask 3b: Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas, and Energy Analysis
Michael Baker will analyze the Project's impacts related to air quality, GHG emissions, and energy consumption. The analysis will include the
following:
Air Qualily. The Project is located within the South Coast Air Basin, which is under thejurisdiction of the South Coast Air Quality Management
District (SCAQMD). Baseline meteorological and air quality data developed through the California Air Resources Board will be utilized for
the description of existing ambient air quality. The analysis will describe and address the requirements set forth by the SCAQMD CEQA Air
Quality Handbook.
Construction emissions will be quantified with the California Emissions Estimator Model version 2020.4.0 (CalEEMod). A general description
of the major phases of construction and their timing will be required. The air pollutant emissions during construction will be compared to
the SCAQMD Regional Thresholds of Significance. Naturally occurring asbestos impacts will also be qualitatively discussed.
Operational (i.e., area, energy, and mobile source) emissions will be quantified with CalEEMod and compared to the SCAQMD regional
thresholds of significance. Primary sources of emissions will be related to area sources and local/regional VMT. Project consistency with the
2016 Air Quality Management Plan will also be evaluated.
The project is located within the SCAQMD's Source Receptor Area (SRA)13 (Santa Clarita Valley). Based on localized meteorological data for
SRA 13, Michael Baker will analyze localized impacts based upon the SCAQMD's Localized Significance Thresholds (LST) methodology.
As a result of the California Supreme Court decision for Sierra Club vs. County of Fresno (Friant Ranch L.P.), the resultant human health
impacts from the project's short-term construction and long-term operational air emissions will be discussed.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Michael Baker will review the land use data and will prepare an inventory of the GHG emissions (i.e., nitrous
oxide, methane, and carbon dioxide) from both direct (i.e., area and mobile sources) and indirect sources (i.e., energy/water consumption
and wastewater/solid waste generation). In addition, total GHG emissions from construction activities will be amortized into the GHG
emissions inventory. CalEEMod will be used to quantify GHG emissions. Reductions from recently adopted programs and regulations will
be included, such as improvements in fuel efficiency, state building code energy efficiency, and water efficiency. The analysis will review
Project consistency with applicable plans for the purpose of reducing GHG emissions, such as the California Air Resources Board 2017
Climate Change Scoping Plan, Southern California Association of Governments 2020 2045 Regional Transportation P/an/Sustainah/e
Communities Strategy, and the City's Climate Action Plan. Mitigation measures will be identified and incorporated, as necessary, to reduce
potentially significant GHG impacts of the proposed Project.
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Energy Consumption. Michael Baker will analyze the energy implications of the Project pursuant to Public Resources Code Section
21100(b)(3) and Appendix G and Appendix F of the CEQA Guidelines. These statutes and guidelines require a project to describe, where
relevant, the wasteful, inefficient, and unnecessary consumption of energy caused by a project. In addition, Appendix G of the CEQA
Guidelines requires a consistency analysis with state or local plans for renewable energy or energy efficiency. The analysis will quantify
energy consumption associated with short-term construction activities, long-term building operations, and transportation using CalEEMod
based on the project's land use data. The analysis will also qualitatively discuss the effects of the Project on regional and local energy supply,
demand, and resources, and the project's consistency with energy standards and requirements. Additionally, the assessment of
environmental impacts on energy resources will include mitigation measures to reduce inefficient and unnecessary consumption of energy,
if necessary.
Health Risk Assessment (OQtio17,3A The above scope anticipates using SCAQMD's Localized Significance Threshold screening tables which
would apply if the project would disturb less than 5 acres per day during Project grading. As this is calculated by taking the total area
disturbed during the grading phase (which may be more than the Project footprint if some areas are graded multiple times) and diving it
by the total number of days for grading. This would likely result in an average daily disturbance of less than 5 acres. This would be confirmed
during initial discussions with the City regarding construction equipment and grading volume details. If daily grading amounts would be
greater than 5 acres per day of ground disturbance, then Michael Baker can prepare a quantitative construction health risk assessment. This
health risk assessment would also address construction eguui ment exhaust emissions and the potential to affect nearby sensitive receptors.
The quantitative impact analysis involves the following_
• Construction diesel particulate matter (DPM) emissions rates will be derived from on- and off -road emissions quantified in the Air
Quality Assessment.
• Construction pollutant concentrations will be projected at the nearest sensitive receptors using the U.S. EPA AERMOD dispersion
modeling software.
• The modeled concentrations will be used to determine the increase in cancer risk, as well as the chronic and acute health impacts
due to DPM exposure. The increased cancer risk and health hazard will be calculated following the methodology in the California
Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) All- TovcsHot Soots Program Risk
Assessment Guidelines - The Air To v cs Hot Spot Program Guidance Manual for Preparation of Health Risk Assessment.
The assessment will present background information on DPM and its health risks, the assumptions used for the modeling and modeling
methodology and the results of the analysis
Output:
— Modeling outputs from the technical analyses will be provided as an appendix to the CEQA document, with the technical study
results summarized in the appropriate section of the CEQA document.
Subtask 3c: Cultural Resources Evaluation
Michael Baker International will complete the Cultural Resources Identification Report required for the City and US Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE) to address requirements of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), NEPA, and CEQA for the Project. We will
conduct the following tasks to identify cultural resources in the Project's Area of Potential Effects (APE):
— A South Central Coastal Information Center (SCCIC) records search with a 1/2-mile radius, cultural resources inventory review,
and literature/map review for archaeological, ethnographic, historical, and environmental information to identify known
cultural resources within and adjacent to the APE.
— Conduct a Native American Heritage Commission Sacred Lands File search to assist the USACE with meeting Native American
consultation requirements pursuant to Section 106 of the NHPA. We will contact the Native American Heritage Commission in
Sacramento for a review of the Sacred Lands File to determine if the APE contains any known sacred lands, and a list of Native
American contacts who may have concerns about the Project within the APE.
— Contact one historical society for any information or concerns it may have about the Project within the APE.
— Conduct an archaeological resources survey for approximately 30 acres to identify the presence or absence of archaeological
resources on the surface of the APE.
— Conduct a buried site archaeological sensitivity assessment
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Michael Baker will prepare the Cultural Resources Identification Report describing the APE, methods and results of the cultural resources
identification efforts described above, and recommendations or mitigation measures, as applicable. The report will be used to support the
permit application and will address the requirements of Section 106 of the NHPA, NEPA, and CEQA. Further studies may be required if
archaeological resources or historic properties are identified within the APE.
This scope assumes that there are no built environment or archaeological resources within the APE that will require evaluation for inclusion
in the National Register of Historic Places or California Register of Historical Resources. It is assumed that the USACE will conduct the Section
106 Native American consultation
Output:
— Michael Baker will submit one electronic (PDF) copy of the Cultural Resources Report to the City.
Subtask 3c i- Pa/eonto%gica/Resources Eva/nation (Optiona0
As part of the paleontological identification study, Michael Baker will conduct a fossil locality search at the Natural History Museum of Los
Angeles, literature and geologic map review, and a paleontological resources sensitivity analysis. Methods and results will be summarized
in a memorandum describing the Project site, geologic context, identification efforts described above, and recommendations or mitigation
measures, as applicable. The memorandum will be used to support the CEQA environmental document.
Output:
— Michael Baker will submit one electronic (PDF) copy of the Paleontological Resources Identification Study to the City.
Subtask3d 6eotechnica//nvestigation (Optional)
The site is located at a liquefaction hazard zone and is about 11/2 miles northeast of San Gabriel Fault Zone. Michael Baker and GMU
understand that previous geotechnical investigations and drainage studies were conducted on this Project, which will be reviewed and
incorporated into this effort. Additional data from sources including the United States Geological Survey and California Geological Survey
would be reviewed and incorporated into the analysis.
Under this task, GMU proposes to conduct geotechnical field investigations on the balance of the Project site that has not been previously
sampled. The investigations include the following field efforts:
— 4 borings using a mud rotary drill rig to maximum depth of 50 feet or refusal, whichever is encountered first (2 days of drilling
are anticipated) and 15 test pits (approximately 5-10 ft, 3 days of backhoe use are anticipated).
— Bulk, Standard Penetration Test (SPT), and drive samples will be conducted to collect necessary subgrade soil samples for
laboratory testing from all borings.
— This scope also includes time for staff to complete required Southern California Regional Rail Authority Safety Training, in order
to cross the existing train tracks and access the Project Site with the equipment required to complete this geotechnical
investigation. This scope assumes that this investigation would occur when flagging is already provided at the Project Site.
Accordingly, this scope does not include the services of a flagman.
— GMU will conduct a site visit to mark locations for the proposed borings, and will coordinate with Dig Alert. The following map
shows the preliminary approximate locations of the proposed borings and test pits.
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Depth to groundwater, if encountered, will be recorded. The boreholes will be backfilled with soil cuttings upon completion of the drilling.
Boreholes will be surfaced by quick set concrete patch wherever pavement is encountered. Cones will be placed around the drill rig to keep
people away during the field investigation.
Laboratory testing will be conducted on the samples collected from the field investigation program. Laboratory tests will include:
— In -place moisture/density gradation & hydrometer tests for classification;
— Atterberg Limits (including plasticity Index) for soil classification;
— Expansion index;
— Direct shear tests: undisturbed and remolded;
— Maximum density tests;
— Three sets of soil -cement unconfined compressive shear strength tests with various cement contents for scour protection;
— Sand equivalent tests;
— R-value tests; and
— Corrosion suit.
Based on the collected field and laboratory data and perform engineering analysis to evaluate and provide geotechnical recommendations
for design of the following components:
— Four soccer fields;
— Play grounds and restroom facilities;
— BMP facility;
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— Railroad undercrossing;
— Extension of Honby Creek storm drain culvert;
— Slope stabilization of park and BMP lot along the Santa Clara River and Honby Creek;
— Parking lot expansion;
— Flatworks and hardscapes.
GMU will prepare a geotechnical report that includes the results of the investigation, conclusions, and geotechnical recommendations for
the proposed improvements. The report will summarize the site conditions and discuss the primary geotechnical and/or geologic concerns
and development considerations. The report will include the site plan, boring logs, and laboratory test data in addition to the following
information:
Site Conditions. GMU will review and update the surface, subsurface, and groundwater conditions and the engineering properties of the
subsurface material encountered during the site investigation to complement the existing data obtained from review of the previous site
investigations.
Geologic Hazards. GMU will evaluate geologic hazards on a reconnaissance basis, including description of the location and characteristic of
known faults near the Project site and the potential for fault rupture through the site, liquefaction, seismic -induced land sliding, and
earthquake -induced ground subsidence and/or flooding. Liquefaction potential and landslide evaluation will be based on California
Geological Survey Special Publication 117A. This effort does not include a eE+fiesite specific evaluation of the impact of earthquake on
the proposed improvements since they are not habitable structures.
Shoring. GMU will provide geotechnical design parameters including lateral earth pressures to minimize consequences on adjacent
properties and improvements.
Foundations. Utilizing the data collected during the investigation, GMU will recommend a suitable foundation type for the proposed
structures. GMU will also provide foundation design criteria including recommendations for minimum size, embedment depth, allowable
vertical and lateral capacities, and expected total and differential settlements.
Slabs -On -Grade. GMU will present slab -on -grade criteria, including recommendations for subgrade preparation, minimizing moisture rise
through slabs -on -grade, and if necessary, non -expansive fill.
Subgrade Modulus. GMU will provide the subgrade modulus for the slab design.
Retaining Structures. GMU will present retaining structures design criteria, including recommended foundation type, lateral earth pressures,
drainage, and backfill for the railroad undercrossing.
Slope Stability. GMU will evaluate the stability of the slope along the Santa Clarita River and Honby Creek and provide recommendations for
slope protection from scour using soil -cement. Mitigation of slopes for lateral spreading due to liquefaction will not be addressed in this
effort.
Remedial Grading. GMU will assess earthwork criteria, including recommendations for clearing and site preparation, subgrade preparation,
compaction, materials for pipeline bedding, utility trench backfill, temporary cut and fill slopes, surface drainage and landscaping
considerations, as necessary.
Pavement. Pavement engineering analysis will be performed in accordance with the Caltrans Highway Design Manual to develop pavement
thickness design recommendations. The Caltrans Highway Design Manual considers the relationships between the traffic index (load the
pavement has to carry) and the R-value of subgrade materials (strength of the underlying soil supporting the pavement structure). Using
these parameters based on lab testing and assumed traffic indexes pavement sections will be determined .
This analysis assumes that the City will provide all available geotechnical data including the boring logs and raw CPT data performed during
the earlier investigations at the initiation of the contract. No additional percolation and/or infiltration tests will be required for the project.
We will obtain a free of cost encroachment permit from the City. A professional traffic control crew will not be provided during the fieldwork.
Sand blasting spray marks, pavement grinding; and hot asphalt patch are not included in our cost estimate. Mitigation of earthquake -
induced settlement and lateral slope movements is not part of this effort. This proposal specifically excludes the assessment of environmental
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characteristics, particularly those involving hazardous substances at the site. In the event that obviously suspicious subsurface materials are
encountered visually or by odor in the geotechnical test borings, such borings will be immediately terminated until we receive direction from
the City. GMU will notify the City as soon as possible of such an occurrence, and we will both mutually decide whether to continue, modify,
or cease the remainder of the drilling program and whether an environmental assessment should be conducted. All added costs incurred
because of suspected hazardous substances will be charged on a time -and -expense basis over and above the established fees for the site
investigation. This scope does not include soils testing or material inspection during construction of the subject pipeline.
Output:
— A final color, signed, wet -stamped report copy will be provided to the City, including a PDF version.
Subtask 3e: Noise and Vibration
The noise and vibration analysis will quantify construction and operational noise levels. The analysis will examine whether the Project would
generate a substantial increase in ambient noise levels in the vicinity of the Project in excess of applicable standards. The following outlines
our approach:
— Michael Baker will review applicable noise and land use compatibility criteria for the Project area. Noise standards regulating noise
impacts will be discussed for land uses adjacent to Project .
— A site visit will be conducted, and short-term noise level measurements will be taken along the Project area. Up to six short-term
(10-minute) noise measurements will be taken at various locations to establish ambient noise levels at various land uses and areas
in the project vicinity.
— Construction noise impacts will be evaluated in terms of maximum levels (Lmax) and hourly equivalent continuous noise levels (Leq)
and the frequency of occurrence.
— Vibration impacts will be evaluated based on the Federal Transit Administration's vibration analysis guidance.
— On -site noise generating activities will be addressed and analyzed for potential impacts to the adjacent uses and will be assessed
against the City's Land Use Noise and Compatibility Matrix and Interior/Exterior Noise Guidelines. Stationary noise sources from
the proposed use of the athletic field will be quantitatively assessed. Noise levels from the athletes, public-address system (if
applicable), parking lots, and crowd noise will be modeled with the SouncIPLAN 3-dimensional noise modeling software. Modeled
noise levels will be assessed against the City's applicable noise standards. If necessary, the analysis will identify noise attenuation
measures to incorporate into the Project design. If public-address system specifications are available, recommendations for speaker
placement, orientation, and volume level can be provided.
— Off -site noise impacts from vehicular traffic will be assessed using the U.S. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Traffic Noise
Prediction Model (FHWA-RD-77-108). If average daily traffic data is not available and the Project trip generation is low enough,
roadway noise impacts can be addressed qualitatively.
Output:
— Modeling outputs from the technical analysis will be provided as an appendix to the CEQA document, with the technical study
results summarized in the Noise section of the CEQA document.
Subtask 3f: Transportation and Traffic Study (VMT and LOS)
Michael Baker will analyze the Project's impacts related to Transportation and Traffic, which will include an analysis of VMT, pursuant to
CEQA Guidelines section 15064.3, as well as a local transportation assessment (i.e., a level of service [LOS] analysis). These analyses will
include the following:
Scoping Agreement. Michael Baker will coordinate the scope of the VMT analysis and local transportation assessment with City staff
responsible for reviewing the traffic study. We will prepare a brief memorandum to City staff discussing specific details of the study including:
— Trip generation estimates for the daily, AM and PM peak hour analysis periods;
— Appropriate distribution of project -related trips;
— VMT screening analysis;
— VMT analysis methodologies and assumptions, if needed;
— Site access/on-site traffic circulation issues to be addressed;
— Coordinate with City staff on nearby development projects that need to be included in the cumulative traffic analysis;
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— Confirm Project study area (study intersections);
— Confirm study conditions to be analyzed.
The VMT screening criteria including Project Size, Low VMT Area, Transit Priority Area (TPA), and Affordable Housing will be evaluated. The
potential for the soccer fields to host tournaments and users from locations outside of Santa Clarita will be considered. Michael Baker will
first conduct a trip generation analysis to gain an understanding of the projected site trips and Project size. The trip generation analysis will
be based on the project description and site plan. Michael Baker will prepare trip generation estimates using trip generation rates contained
in Trip Generation (/nstitute of Transportation Engineers, 11th Edition or latest version). An initial review of the screening criteria indicates
that the project likely cannot be presumed to have a less -than -significant transportation impact regardless of the location of the
existing/future Metrolink station. As a result, an in-depth analysis and VMT calculation will be required.
The trip generation analysis will also be used to define the local roadway assessment scope of analysis. For the purposes of this scope and
fee, up to six (6) off -site study intersections and one site driveway have been assumed based on an intersection 50-trip threshold. Twc
versions of the scoping agreement are assumed (one draft and one final) to address City comments.
VMT Analysis. Michael Baker will prepare a VMT analysis to support the CEQA transportation metric consistent with the Transportation
Ana/ysis Updates in Santa C/arita (May 2020) upon approval of the VMT scoping agreement. Michael Baker has the in-house expertise to
conduct this analysis with travel demand modeling support provided by Translutions, Inc. Prior to Translutions, Inc. running the model,
Michael Baker will develop the model input assumptions based on the land use type. The model assumptions will be developed by evaluating
model inputs of similar uses in the regional model (regional parks with active uses). The trip generation analysis will also be used to support
the model inputs. Michael Baker anticipates the VMT calculation will evaluate total VMT; however, we will work closely with City staff to
determine if a different metric is preferred. If necessary, mitigation measures will be evaluated should the project be determined to have a
VMT impact. A VMT Assessment memorandum will be prepared to document the findings of the VMT calculation. Two versions of a VMT
Assessment memorandum are assumed (one draft and one final) to address City comments.
Local Transportation Assessment. The local transportation assessment will evaluate the proposed Project by analyzing the project -related
traffic on the study area roadway/intersection circulation system. If necessary, transportation improvements will be identified.
Data Collection. The development of the existing condition traffic volumes will involve collecting new counts. Michael Baker will utilize a
contractor to collect existing traffic count volumes at up to six (6) off -site study intersections and the existing Metrolink parking lot driveway.
Intersection data will be collected during a typical weekday PM peak period (3:00 PM to 7:00 PM) and during a Saturday high -activity peak
(8:00 AM to 6:00 PM). Additionally, volume data will be collected on one roadway segment for 48 hours (one weekday and one Saturday).
Study Scenarios. Up to six (6) analysis scenarios will be evaluated as part of this traffic study as follows:
1) Existing (With Metrolink Station)
2) Existing Plus Project (With Metrolink Station)
3) Cumulative (With Metrolink Station)
4) Cumulative Plus Project (With Metrolink Station)
5) Cumulative (Without Metrolink Station)
6) Cumulative Plus Project (Without Metrolink Station)
Analysis Hours. Two (2) analysis hours are anticipated: (1) Weekday PM Peak and (2) Saturday Midday Peak. A weekday AM peak hour
analysis is not anticipated given the nature of the proposed land use.
Traffic Volume Forecasts. Forecasts will include approved and pending projects in the study area and background growth. It is assumed that
City staff will provide a list of approved or pending projects. In the event that background growth rate cannot be obtained from previous
studies or from the City, Michael Baker will conduct travel demand modeling under a separate scope and fee.
Operations Analysis. The traffic operations analysis to assess conditions at the study intersections will be conducted using the Highway
Capacity Manua/(HCM) analysis methodology. Michael Baker will use Synchro software as an interface to calculate the HCMdelay and LOS.
If the analysis indicates the proposed Project will significantly affect a study intersection based on applicable agency LOS thresholds,
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improvements will be recommended to improve the LOS to an acceptable level. The analysis will document forecast operating conditions
after implementation of recommended improvements, if necessary.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Circulation. Michael Baker will evaluate how bicyclists and pedestrian would enter and exit the site. This includes
documenting any planned bicycle and pedestrian facilities included in the site plan development. If needed, Michael Baker will recommend
bicycle and pedestrian improvements.
Output
— The scoping agreement, VMT analysis memorandum, and local roadway assessment report will be prepared and provided to the
City electronically. This scope assumes one round of City review, upon which final versions of the scoping agreement, VMT analysis
memorandum, and local roadway assessment report (with City comments addressed) will be provided to the City electronically.
Subtask 3g: Social Justice Technical Memorandum
As described in the RFP, the Project would require CPUC authorization of the proposed rail crossing modification in accordance with General
Order 88-B. The CPUC incorporates environmental and social justice (ESJ) considerations into its programs, including rail proceedings.
According to the CPUC, ESJ Communities are defined as: low-income or communities of color that have been underrepresented in the policy
setting or decision -making process, are subject to a disproportionate impact from one or more environmental hazards, and likely to
experience disparate implementation of environmental regulations and socio-economic investments in their communities; Disadvantaged
Communities, defined as census tracts that score in the top 25 percent of CalEnviroScreen 3.0, along with those that score within the highest
5 percent of CalEnviroScreen 3.0's Pollution Burden but do not receive an overall CalEnvironScreen score; and all tribal lands. As mentioned,
the Project site is located within a 2018 census tract identified by the State of California as a Disadvantaged Community.
Under this task, Michael Baker will evaluate the Project area communities using the most recent CalEnviroScreen and Census data to identify
Disadvantaged Communities potentially affected by the Project. The Project effects would be evaluated for conformity with the CPUC
Environmental & Socia/Justice Action P/an, Version 2.0 (April 7, 2022) goals and objectives, and priorities, which provide the broad vision
and steps the CPUC will take to ensure equity in its programs and services, including the proposed Project. The ESJ Evaluation would be
referenced and would supplement the CPUC decision on the Project.
This scope assumes that no additional public outreach with the exception of any preliminary public meeting planned as part of the CEQA
IS/MND preparation efforts, the previously performed outreach as summarized in the Project Feasibility Study Report (Attachment B to the
RFP), and the AB 52 consultation efforts would be required to address the Project conformity with the ESJ goals and objectives.
Output:
— The ESJ Evaluation would be prepared as a technical memorandum that would be included in the IS/MND appendices.
Subtask 3h: Biological Resources Technical Study
The biological resources technical study, which would address the Initial Study checklist questions related to biological resources, is
included in Task 5, below.
Subtask 3i: Hydrology Study Review and Technical Writing
As stated above, this scope assumes that the hydrology and drainage studies presented in the Feasibility Study prepared for the project
would be sufficient to address CEQA requirements and, therefore, additional analysis related to hydrology and drainage is not required.
However, Michael Baker CEQA generalists will meet with the City and the consultant that prepared the hydrology and drainage studies to
translate the technical outputs from those studies into narrative that can address the City's initial study checklist questions.
Task 4: Initial Study and Proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration
Subtask 4a: Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
Using the City's Initial Study checklist format (or the Environmental Checklist included in the State CEQA Guidelines Appendix G if preferred),
Michael Baker will prepare an administrative draft Initial Study for review by City staff. The Initial Study will provide written responses to
each question on the City's Environmental Checklist that describe and qualitatively and/or quantitatively evaluate the Project's impact related
to each topic. Each response will provide a conclusion regarding the significance of the Project's impact, which may be determined to be
potentially significant, potentially significant unless mitigated, less than significant, or nonexistent (i.e., no impact). The analysis conducted
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to support such conclusions will meet or exceed industry standards and will consider all applicable environmental regulations and policies,
as well as guidance provided by responsible, trustee, and oversight agencies.
Our approach to preparing mitigation measures (if necessary) is to offer enforceable mitigation measures that City staff can effectively
implement and monitor. Because we have served in a mitigation monitoring role, we fully understand the importance of having mitigation
measures that staff can easily ensure are properly implemented.
Beyond the technical aspects of preparing the CEQA document, our approach to the Initial Study is to prepare a reader -friendly document
that clearly explains why the impact is considered not significant or why the recommended mitigation measures reduce the impactto a less -
than -significant level. To accomplish this, we will use a combination of narrative, figures, photographs, maps, tables, and other visual aids.
We believe that our reader -friendly approach will greatly aid the City in meeting two of the core purposes of CEQA—informing the public
about the environmental impacts of the Project and allowing decision -makers to consider the project's environmental consequences before
deciding whether to approve the Project .
After receiving the City's comments on the administrative draft Initial Study and making the appropriate changes, Michael Baker will prepare
a proofcheck version of the IS/MND for City consideration. We assume that the proofcheck version will adequately address any substantive
comments which the City had and thatthe City's comments on the proofcheck version will be limited to edits and clarifications of final points.
Michael Baker will address such final edits/clarifications and prepare a final version of the IS/MND
Outputs:
— Michael Baker will submit the administrative draft Initial Study to the City electronically.
— Following City review, Michael Baker will submit the proofcheck and final versions of the IS/MND to the City electronically.
— Michael Baker will produce up to 3 printed copies of the final IS/MND and 5 CD or USB flash drive copies of the final IS/MND and
appendices.
Subtask 4b: Circulation
Michael Baker will prepare the Notice of Intent to adopt an MND (NOI) and will file the NOI with the Los Angeles County Clerk. Michael
Baker will circulate/distribute the environmental document for public review using an interested agencies/organizations/persons distribution
list provided by the City. Michael Baker will also submit the NOI and proposed IS/MND through the State Clearinghouse. We assume the
City will be responsible for any desired radius mailing, newspaper posting, and/or physical posting of the notice onsite and in the Project
vicinity.
Outputs:
— Michael Baker will prepare the NOI and will submit to the City electronically for review prior to circulation and distribution. Michael
Baker will distribute the NOI to a City -provided list of interested parties via trackable postage method (e.g., certified mail, Fed Ex,
etc.). This proposal assumes distribution of the NOI to no more than 50 addresses.
Subtask 4c: Responses to Public Comments
Michael Baker is available to prepare a limited number of responses to comments on environmental issues raised during the public review
period. An administrative draft version of the responses to comments will be submitted to the City for review and comment. After receiving
the City's comments and making the appropriate changes, Michael Baker will submit a final version of the responses to comments to the
City.
Outputs:
— Michael Baker will submit draft and final versions of the responses to comments to the City electronically. We have budgeted for
up to 20 hours of professional staff time for this task. If additional time is required, then Michael Baker can prepare responses for
a mutually agreed -upon budget augmentation.
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Subtask 4d: Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
Michael Baker will prepare a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) for the Project, if required. An administrative draft will
be submitted to the City electronically for review and comment. After receiving the City's comments and making appropriate changes, if
necessary, Michael Baker will submit the final MMRP to the City.
Outputs:
— Michael Baker will provide administrative draft and final versions of the MMRP to the City, electronically.
Subtask 4e: Public Hearing Attendance and Notice of Determination
Per the City's RFP, Michael Baker's Project Manager will be available to attend up to four (4) in -person Planning Commission and City Council
public hearings for the Project. Upon request, Michael Baker will also be available to assist City staff in preparing and presenting the
environmental findings of the Project and will be available to answer questions regarding CEQA and the project's environmental document.
Following final approval of the project, Michael Baker will prepare and file the Notice of Determination (NOD) with the Los Angeles County
Clerk. We assume that the payment of California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) fee will be provided by the City. The CDFW fee is
not included in our proposed budget.
Outputs:
— Attendance of Michael Baker's project manager at four public hearings. Michael Baker staff is available to attend additional public
hearings on a time -and -materials basis.
— Michael Baker will prepare and submit the NOD to the City electronically.
— Upon City review, Michael Baker will file the NOD with the Los Angeles County Clerk (CDFW fees, if applicable, to be paid by the
applicant or City).
Task E/R-4.• Environments//mpact Report (Options/)
If the technical studies and Initial Study determine that the Project would result in significant environmental impacts that cannot be mitigated
ted
to a less than significant level, then an EIR would be required. The following optional tasks outline the steps for completing an EIR. Note, if
an EIR is determined to be required, then Task EIR-4(a-h) would replace Task 4(a-e) in its entirety.
Subtask E/R-4a: /nitia/Study/Notice of Preparation and kg ing (Options/)
Michael Baker will prepare an Initial Studv to identifv the scone of the EIR to attach to a Notice of Preparation (IS/NOP) for staff review that
includes the project description and a summary of the probable significant effects identified in the Initial Study evaluation. (Note, this would
be less detailed than the Initial Study described in Task 4a). The IS/NOP will describe where relevant project documents are available for
review, where written comments on the scope of the EIR may be sent, and the deadline for submitting comments. The IS/NOP will also
identify the date and location of the public scoping meetings to be held for the project.
Following City staff review, Michael Baker will revise the IS/NOP and produce the final document. Michael Baker will file the NOP with the
State Clearinghouse and the County Clerk and distribute the NOP via certified mail (or other trackable delivery method) to adjacent
jurisdictions, interested agencies, organizations, and members of the public who have requested notice. We assume that the City will provide
a full distribution list to us. The NOP will be circulated for public comment for 30 days.
As identified in subtask 2c, above, this optional task would involve assisting the City in conducting one public scoping meeting eeting for the Project.
This task includes preparing a PowerPoint presentation, explaining the CEQA process for the proposed Project, taking discussion notes, and
assisting in response to technical questions. We will also prepare and assist the City in distributing a notice for the scoping meetings. For
efficiency and to reduce costs, we propose to combine the notice of the scoping meeting with the NOP.
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Outputs:
— Michael Baker will submit the public review NOP to the City electronically, in Word and PDF formats.
— Michael Baker will file the NOP with the Los Angeles County Clerk.
— Michael Baker will distribute the NOP via certified mail (or other trackable method) to up to seventy-five (75) recipients.
— Michael Baker will participate in one scopin meeting eeting for the project (budgeted as Task 2c).
— Michael Baker will prepare one electronic PowerPoint presentation and deliver that at the scopin meeting.
eeting.
Subtask RR-4h Administrative Draft EIR (OPtiona/1
Michael Baker will prepare an Administrative Draft EIR (ADEIR) for review and comment by City staff, along with one set of revisions that
responds to ON comments. The ADEIR will comply with all specifications for an EIR, set forth in Article 9. Sections 15120 to 15132 of the
State CEQA Guidelines and is anticipated to include the sections listed below
1. Title Sheet
2. Table of Contents
3. Introduction and Executive Summary
4. Project Description
5. Environmental Setting, Impacts, and Mitigation Measures
5.1.
Aesthetics
5.2. Air Quality
5.3.
Biological Resources
5.4.
Cultural Resources
5.5. Energy
5.6.
Geology and Soils
5.7.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
5.8.
Hazards and Hazardous Materials
5.9.
Hydrology and Water Quality
5.10.
Noise
5.11.
Public Services (Police and Fire only)
5.12.
Transportation/Traffic
5.13.
Tribal Cultural Resources
5.14.
Utilities and Services Systems
6. Other Required Topics
6.1.
Growth Inducing Effects
6.2.
Sianificant Irreversible Environmental Chanaes
7. Alternatives
8. Persons and Organizations Consulted
9. List of Preparers
10. References
11. Appendix
Outputs:
— Workina Draft EIR: Michael Baker will submit the workina Draft EIR to the ON electronically, in Word and PDF formats.
— Screencheck Draft EIR: Michael Baker will submit the screencheck Draft EIR to the City (electronically in Word and PDF formats),
which responds to all City comments on the working Draft report.
— Appendices: Michael Baker will submit an electronic copy of the appendices.
— Proofcheck Draft EIR: Michael Baker will submit a proofcheck version of the Draft EIR to the ON electronically that addresses all
City comments on the screencheck Draft EIR and the appendices
Subtask EIR-4- Pub/ication and Distribution of the Draft EIR for Pub/ic Review (OPtiona/)
Once the Draft EIR is completed and signed b, t�ponsible City staff, Michael Baker will assist the City in circulating the document for
public review. This task includes preparing a Notice of Availability (NOA) of the Draft EIR and a Notice of Completion (NOC), posting the
NOA/NOC with the Los Angeles County Clerk, and assistingthe he City with the distribution of the NOA and Draft EIR. Michael Baker will also
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submit the document to the State Clearinghouse along with all the necessary forms. We assume the City will be responsible for posting the
notice in the local newspaper, posting of the notice onsite and in the pro;ect� vicinity, and/or any radius mailings, if desired.
Outputs:
— Michael Baker will submit the draft and final versions of the NOC and NOA to the ON electronica
— Michael Baker will file the NOC/NOA with the Los Angeles County Clerk.
— Michael Baker will produce ten printed copies, and an electronic copy (Word and PDF format) of the Draft EIR.
— Michael Baker will provide an electronic cop, of the Appendix materials in PDF format.
— Michael Baker will mail the NOA and CD or USB flash drive conies of the Draft EIR to up to fiftv (50) recipients.
— Michael Baker will submit the Draft EIR and appendix, NOC/NOA, and all necessary forms to the State Clearinghouse electronically.
Subtask E/R-4d Responses to Comments, Mitigation Mon/torin a�eporting Pro rg am (Options/1
At the conclusion of the 45-day (minimum) review period, Michael Baker will prepare responses to all environmental -based comments
received on the Draft EIR. A summary table identifying persons and agencies that commented on the Draft EIR, a copy of each comment
letter with a code (e.g., A-1, A-2, B-1, B-2) assigned to each comment, a response to each comment, and an errata section containing any
Draft EIR text revisions will be prepared. This task assumes receipt of up to 10 comment letters and/or 50 total comments that require
responses. If the extent of public comments received exceeds these assumptions, Michael Baker will meet with City staff to discuss the need
for an amendment to the oriainal contract.
Michael Baker's project manager meet with City staff to discuss substantive comments on the administrative version of the responses to
comments. We will make all appropriate revisions and submit a proofcheck iteration of the responses to comments to the City for final
approval. Upon City approval, Michael Baker will distribute the responses to comments to all commenting agencies and will incorporate the
responses into the Final EIR. We have budgeted up to 60 hours of professional staff time for responding to comments on the Draft EIR.
Michael Baker will prepare a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) for the project pursuant to Section 15097 of the CEQA
Guidelines. Michael Baker will submit an administrative version of the MMRP to the City, electronically, for review and comment. We will
make all appropriate revisions and submit a proofcheck iteration of the MMRP to the City for final approval. Upon City approval, Michael
Baker will incorporate the MMRP into the Final EIR.
Outputs:
Michael Baker will submit a draft and final iterations of the responses to comments for ON review electronicall
— Michael Baker will submit a draft and final MMRP for City review electronically
Subtask E/R-4e: Fina/ E/R (Options/)
If changes to the text or exhibits of the EIR are warranted as a result of public comments on the Draft EIR, Michael Baker will make the
revisions to the Draft EIR in a strikeout/underline format and will summarize the changes in a chapter of the Final EIR. An administrative
version of the revisions to the Draft EIR document will be submitted to the City for review and comment. Michael Baker will address all City
comments and submit a proofcheck iteration of the revisions to the Draft EIR document to the ON for final approval.
Upon approval of all documents, Michael Baker will submit a Final EIR to be presented at certification hearings. The Final EIR will consist of
the summary of the revisions to the Draft EIR, responses to comments, and the MMRP.
Outputs:
— Preliminary Final EIR: Michael Baker will submit the preliminary Final EIR to the ON electronicallv (Word and PDF formats), for Ci
staff review.
— Proofcheck Final EIR: Michael Baker will submit a proofcheck version of the Final EIR to the City electronically that addresses all
City comments on the administrative draft iterations of the Final EIR chapters.
— Final EIR: Michael Baker will submit ten printed copies and an electronic copy (Word and PDF formats) to the City.
— Michael Baker will be responsible for distributing the responses to comments (or copies of the Final EIR) to those public agencies
that submit comments on the Draft EIR, and to anv other commenters that the ON may select to receive copies of the Final EIR or
just responses to comments. This distribution will be done electronically_
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Subtask EIR-0 Pub/ic Hearings (Options/1
Michael Baker has budgeted to attend up to four in -person public hearings for the project (two Planning Commission hearings and two City
Council hearings). We understand that most of these are likely to occur after preparation of the Final EIR; however, the EIR project manager
and additional key staff may also attend public hearings prior to this phase, as requested by the City. We assume that the EIR project
manager will be required to attend all public hearings and that attendance by additional key staff may be required.
Outputs:
Attendance of Michael Baker's project manager and possibly key additional staff at up to four public hearings.
Subtask E/R-4p. Facts and Findings and Statement of Overriding Consideration (Options/1
Michael Baker will prepare CEQA Facts and Findings, pursuant to Section 15091 of the State CEQA Guidelines. For each significant project
effect identified in the Final EIR, one or more of the following fig findings will be provided, with a brief rationale for each finding;
1) Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant
environmental effect as identified in the Final EIR.
2) Such changes or alterations are within the responsibility and jurisdiction of another public agency and not the agency making the
finding. Such changes have been adopted by such other agency or can and should be adopted by such other agency.
3) Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, including provision of employment opportunities for highly
trained workers, make infeasible the mitigation measures or project alternatives identified in the Final EIR.
We request that the CityAttorney provide a sample set of findings with the preferred format to assist in this task, and we also assume that
the City Attorney will be involved in review and comment on the draft Findings. Michael Baker will address all City comments and submit a
proofcheck iteration of the revisions to the Findings document to the City for final approval.
If anv sianificant and unavoidable impacts are identified in the Final EIR. Michael Baker will prepare a Statement of Overridina Considerations
("Statement"), pursuant to Section 15093 of the State CEQA Guidelines. We will work closely with City staff to prepare this Statement, as it
requires a balance of economic, legal, social, technological or other project benefits against the unavoidable environmental consequences,
in the consideration of whether to approve the proiect. This Statement will express the specific reasons to support proiect approval, despite
the occurrence of unavoidable sianificant effects
Outputs:
— Michael Baker will submit a draft, a proofcheck, and a final set of Findings for or City review electronically
— Michael Baker will submit a draft, a proofcheck, and a final Statement of Overriding Consideration for City review electronically
Subtask RR-4h Notice of Determination (Options/)
Michael Baker will prepare a Notice of Determination in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15094 and file it with the Los Angeles
County Clerk. Michael Baker will file the Notice of Determination within five days of City certification of the EIR to establish a 30-day statute
of limitations. Payment of the required County Clerk and CDFW fees is not included in our proposed fee.
Output:
— Michael Baker will file the NOD with the Los Angeles County Clerk.
Subtask EIR-4r EIR Project Management (Options/)
In addition to the Proiect Management activities identified in Task 1, the EIR option would involve additional project team coordination,
calls/meetings, and quality control review of completed work products.
Task 5: Environmental Studies in Support of Federal, State, and Local Permitting
Subtask 5a: General Biological Survey and Jurisdictional Assessment
HELIX biologists will conduct a general biological survey of the Project site to map current vegetation communities and assess suitability of
habitat for sensitive plant and animal species, if any. The locations of sensitive species incidentally observed or otherwise detected during
the general biological survey will be mapped in the field. Wildlife and animal plant species observed during the survey will noted. The results
of the general biological survey will help determine future survey need for sensitive species, if any.
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HELIX will also conduct a jurisdictional assessment and a formal wetland assessment on the Project site to preliminarily identify and map
potential jurisdictional waters and wetlands regulated by the USACE, Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), and CDFW, if any.
This scope assumes that areas of the River that may be impacted by construction of the Sierra Highway Bridge project (associated with
equipment staging and access to the bridge project site) would be no more than 2 acres in size and that these areas would be identified
prior to the start of the surveys identified within this subtask.
Output:
— A separate report detailing the results of thejurisdictional assessment and wetland delineation will be prepared, as detailed in Task
5c below. The survey results will also be integrated into the Biological Technical Report described in Task 5d below.
Subtask 5b: Tree Survey and Report
An International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist will locate and assess tree species
of at least 'RE that occur within the Project site. In addition, oak trees (Quercusspp.) that occur within 200 feet of the ff-& E Project
site will be assessed. The location of each assessed tree will be recorded with a sub -meter accurate Global Positioning System and each tree
will be tagged with an aluminum tree tag. Oak trees located outside of the Project site will not be tagged. The DBH of each tree will be
measured at approximately 4.5-feet above grade using a caliper or forester's diameter tape measure. For multi-trunked trees, the diameter
of each trunk will be measured. TFeei&L oak trees identified on the Project site will be assigned a rating from A to F according to the Oak
Tree Rating System with the City's Oak Tree Preservation and Protection Guidelines. The certified arborist will record other comments, such
as number of trunks, irregularities, scars or other growth characteristics or vigor indicators.
This task assumes the number of trees surveyed within the Project site (and oak trees within 200 feet of the project site) will not exceed 75
trees. A contract augment would be required if more than 75 trees need to be assessed.
Output:
— HELIX will prepare a tree inventory report to document the methods and results of the tree survey. The tree inventory report will
provide an inventory of trees with at least Effle 4 RIE eveF SiX imp��that occur within the survey area. The report will identify
if "Heritage Trees" as defined by the City's Oak Tree Preservation Ordinance are present within the survey area.
Subtask 5c: Jurisdictional Delineation Report
HELIX will prepare a jurisdictional delineation report that will present the results of the delineation and document the presence/absence of
potential jurisdictional waters on the site regulated by the USACE, RWQCB, and/or CDFW. The report will be based on HELIX's best effort to
quantify Waters of the US and Waters of the State on the Project site using the current regulations, written policies, and guidance from the
regulatory agencies. However, only the USACE and CDFW can make a final determination of jurisdictional boundaries.
Output:
— HELIX will provide an electronic copy of the jurisdictional delineation report to the City.
Subtask 5d: Biological Technical Report
HELIX will prepare a biological technical report to evaluate biological resources on the Project site in accordance with CEQA. The report will
describe the survey methods employed, present the results of the fieldwork, assess the potential for additional sensitive resources to occur
on the site, identify regulatory issues related to the resources on the site, calculate project impacts (including fire clearing/management),
and recommend potential mitigation measures per CEQA guidelines. This scope assumes that the City will provide a site plan that includes
grading (including remedial) and brush management (if applicable) for the Project. This task presumes one iteration of the site plan to
quantify and depict impacts to biological resources proposed by the project. Processing of additional iterations of the site plan may require
a budget augment to cover costs associated with added coordination, GIS, graphics, and/or technical writing, if required to complete the
final report. This task includes one round of revisions to address minor comments. If major or multiple rounds of comments are provided,
additional authorization may be required.
Output:
— HELIX will provide an electronic copy of the biological technical report to the City.
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Subtask Se: Tree /mpactAssessment and Appraisal (Opt/ona/J
Upon approval of the final Project design, HELIX will perform an impact assessment for one project plan that will analyze avoidance,
encroachment, and removal of protected oak trees. Following the impact assessment, HELIX will prepare an addendum to the arborist report
that will provide general recommendations for avoidance and/or protective measures during construction. The addendum will also provide
preservation recommendations if "Heritage Trees" are identified on -site and the City desires to preserve the trees. This task does not include
applying for or processing an oak tree removal permit. If it is determined that one is required, HELIX can provide a separate scope of work
and budget at the City's request.
Output:
— HELIX will provide an electronic copy of the Tree Impact Assessment and Appraisal to the City, if requested.
Subtask Sf Rare Plant Surveys (Optional)
If suitable habitat for rare plant species is identified during the general biological survey (Task 1 above), HELIX will conduct rare plant surveys
within the Project site to determine the presence or absence of rare plant species with the potential to occur. Because some plant species
are only visible during the spring while others flower in the summer, HELIX will conduct one spring survey (expected April 2023) and one
summer survey (expected July 2023). The rare plant survey methods, conditions, and results will be documented in a brief letter report.
Appropriate maps showing rare plant locations, if any, will be included. An electronic copy of the report will be provided to the City.
Task 6: Restoration Plan for Temporary Access Impacts
Prior to preparing a Restoration Plan for areas impacted by the Project , Michael Baker Restoration Ecologists will conduct field surveys to
confirm and update as necessary existing conditions of the Project site as identified during biological studies. Qualitative observations of
current disturbance levels, cover and health of the onsite vegetation communities, non-native and invasive species populations, restoration
opportunities, potential reference sites, and seed collection/plant salvage opportunities will be documented during the field visit.
Representative site photographs will also be taken and utilized for development of the Restoration Plan. Additionally, up to five (5)
representative soil samples will be obtained from the Project site topsoil within the proposed area of impact. Soil samples will be sent to a
qualified laboratory specializing in topsoil analysis for testing.
After confirming and further documenting onsite conditions during the field surveys, Michael Baker Restoration Ecologists will prepare a
Restoration Plan for the Project site. Permanent and temporary impacts of the Project and anticipated mitigation would be confirmed and
updated as necessary with the biological resource team and City, prior to development of the plan. The Restoration Plan is designed to
document compensatory mitigation to off-setthe Project's original jurisdictional impacts. The Restoration Plan will be prepared in accordance
with the USACE's Los Angeles District Mitigation guidelines and Monitoring Requirements, dated April 19, 2004; Mitigation Rule (33 C.F.R.
Part 332; 73 FIR 19670-19687 (April 10, 2008)); and, the Corps' LA District's 2015 Mitigation Guidelines. The Restoration Plan shall discuss:
— Responsibilities and qualifications of the persommel to implement and supervise the plan. The responsi bi I ities of the applicant that
would supervise and implement the plan shall be specified.
— Baseline lmformatiom. Site conditions will be documented for both the Project's impact areas as well as the locations identified for
restoration in the design plans during the field surveys.
— Site preparatiomamdplamtimgimplememtatiom. Site preparation may include: (1) protection of existing native species; (2) trash and
weed removal; (3) native species salvage and reuse (i.e., duff, native seed); (4) topsoil salvage and harvest; (5) soil treatments (i.e.,
imprinting, decompacting); (6) temporary irrigation installation (if required); (7) erosion control measures (i.e., rice or willow
wattles); (8) seed mix application; and (9) container species planting. Based on the results of the biological surveys, the Restoration
Plan will provide discussion and recommendations concerning topsoil harvest, pre -project seed collection, storage, and planting,
and proposed irrigation strategies.
— Schedule. A schedule will be developed which includes planting in late fall and early winter (between October 1 and January 30) or
dictated by the regulatory agencies.
— Maimtemamce Pla1716uidelimes The Maintenance Plan shall include: (1) weed control; (2) herbivory control; (3) trash removal; (4)
irrigation system maintenance (if required); (5) maintenance training; and (6) replacement planting.
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— Monitoring P/an. The Monitoring Plan shall be described to include: (1) qualitative monitoring (i.e., photographs and general
observations of plant health/vigor); (2) quantitative monitoring (i.e., randomly placed transects); (3) performance criteria, as
approved by the above -listed resource agencies; (4) monthly reports for the first year and reports every other month thereafter;
and (5) annual reports, which shall be submitted to the resource agencies on a yearly basis, for five years. This task does not include
monitoring of the restoration sites.
— Adaptive Management P/an. General procedures for adaptive management shall be outlined based on known challenges within
the area (i.e., drought stress, invasive pest mitigation, herbivory). Following quantitative site assessments, patterns and trends
related to site development will be reviewed and recommendations shall be made to correct any issues identified.
— Long-term Management. Long-term management of the site shall also be outlined in the Restoration Plan to ensure the mitigation
site is not impacted by future development. Long-term management shall include recommendations concerning ongoing
maintenance of the restoration site, cessation of irrigation, and schedule for removal of site fencing and plant caging (if such
measures are implemented).
Pursuant to agency requirements, the Restoration Plan will include a maximum of five (5) exhibits to enhance the written text and clarify the
approach. Exhibits are anticipated to include: 1) Regional Vicinity Map; 2) Site Vicinity Map; 3) Project Impacts Map; 4) Mitigation Site Plan;
and 5) On -Site Photographs. This task includes time for GIS analysis.
A reference site will also be identified. The reference site would be in the watershed and would provide an "example" of what the mitigation
site would become. The focus is on functions and services of the mitigation site, rather than just aesthetics and vegetation.
Working in concert with our team's wetland biologists, our licensed architect will review the existing species planting list and plant quantities
to be utilized and advise on any changes needed for the final design. This task includes identification of plant types (i.e. cuttings, 1-gallon
containers, hydroseed, salvaged seed) and quantities (cuttings/pounds/gallons per acre). Spacing requirements will also be defined. This
task excludes construction and irrigation plans.
This task includes response to comments and revisions associated with City and/or regulatory agency reviews. Michael Baker shall provide
regulatory services for the completion of the Restoration Plan. The processing shall include required correspondence or telephone calls
between the reviewing staff related to the Restoration Plan. Typically, agency comments are responded to via email; however, this task
includes one (1) round of formal (written and hard copy submittal) response to agency comments as needed.
This task includes up to five (5) topsoil samples to be obtained within the Project site impact area and sent to a qualified laboratory for
testing. Additional soil samples and testing will require a contract amendment. This task assumes one (1) round of formal (written and hard
copy submittal) response to agency comments as needed, and two (2) rounds of formal (utilizing the Review Tracking Matrix) response to
comments from the City of Santa Clarita, as needed.
Outputs
— Michael Baker will prepare the draft Restoration Plan (PDF), review tracking matrix (Microsoft Excel file), and final Restoration Plan
(PDF). Plant species inventory and vegetation cover results, laboratory soil testing results, and representative site photographs will
be included in the draft and final Restoration Plans.
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1.1.4.Schedule
Proposed Project Schedule
Our estimated schedule for completing the proposed scope of work (excluding optional tasks) is presented in the table below. These
estimates are based on our preliminary understanding of the Project and its environmental setting, the specifications in the City's RFP and
our experience in preparing IS/MNDs for similar projects in Santa Clarita, and other jurisdictions. Please note that the task names may not
correspond directly to the task names in the Scope of Work description, so that we can combine or condense certain subtasks, or highlight
items that are important with respect to scheduling considerations. Also please note that this schedule may need to be adjusted if the
biological resources assessment identifies the need to conduct surveys for specific sensitive species, which may depend on the time of year
(e.g., rare plant surveys during the spring blooming season). A timeline chart is provided in Section 1.1.5 Program Management, of this
proposal.
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Tasks and Milestones
Duration
Estimated Completion Dates
Contract Executed/Authorized to Proceed
November 1
Field Survey and Kick -Off Meeting
1 day
November 4
2023
Tasks and Milestones
Duration
Estimated Completion Dates
Prepare Technical Studies
12 weeks'
February 3
Prepare Administrative Draft IS/MND
10 weeks
February 17
City Staff Review of Administrative Draft IS/MND
2 weeks
March 3
Prepare Proofcheck Draft IS/MND
2 weeks
March 17
City Staff Review of Proofcheck Draft IS/MND
1 week
March 24
Finalize IS/MND for Publication
1 week
March 31
Prepare Notices and Circulate, Publish, and Distribute the IS/MND and
3 weeks
March 31
Notice of Intent
Public Review Period
30 days2
May 1
Prepare Responses to Comments and Final IS/MND
2 weeks
May 15
TBD (dependent on
TBD (dependent on Planning
Public Hearings to Consider Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration
Planning Commission and
Commission and City Council
City Council schedules)
schedules)
File Notice of Determination3
<5 days
TBD/upon project approval
Notes:
1— City review of draft and final technical study reports will take place during this 12 week window as technical studies are completed.
2 — Assumes a 30-day review period, which can be reduced to 21 days if
the Project is determined to
not be of statewide, regional, or
areawide significance.
3 — Must be filed within five business days following Project approval.
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US Program Management
Project Management and Approach
Our project managers and technical experts subscribe to a philosophy that is rooted in consistent open communication, responsiveness, and
high -quality service. We place a strong emphasis on the consultant -client partnership based on effective communication and a detailed
understanding of the City's overall goals, which provide a clear path to success on each and every assignment.
We will always be available to City staff and quick to respond with a strategy and approach to any task by drawing on our expertise and a
team of experienced environmental professionals. When developing a strategy, we always seek the most cost-effective and schedule -
sensitive approach that provides our clients with the proper level of defensibility. We regularly look beyond the norm to identify innovative
and streamlined approaches to complying with environmental and regulatory permitting requirements. We recognize that every agency has
nuances that must be addressed for them to accept the analysis. So, we ask questions first, learn as much as we can about the project
description, then scope the assignment appropriately. This eliminates last-minute surprises, opens communication early in the project, and
minimizes the need to change scopes, budgets, or timelines.
During our initial review of any project, we focus on the issues applicable to the project. Further, since each project is different, we configure
the project team to bring only the necessary resources to the project. This approach ensures that the City pays only for those personnel
essential to the project, and we only assign qualified staff members who have the availability to fully commit to the assignment.
Before we start the assignment, Michael Baker will coordinate with the City to obtain key project information. No work will occur without
prior authorization, and no work effort will exceed our fee without approval. Control of the project schedule and project costs is an important
element of contract administration. Michael Baker will inform the City as soon as any event occurs that would affect the established budget
or project timeline. Michael Baker's adherence to the original scope of work, timeline, and budget is achieved through timely, open/honest,
and continuous communications with City staff.
Michael Baker has a proven track record of meeting established project timelines and schedules. We do this by working efficiently in the
following ways:
— We establish realistic schedules, in consultation with our clients, that are typically based on our experience with comparable
projects, client schedule targets, and recognition of "critical path" tasks that affect timely completion of related tasks.
— We apply a variety of tracking tools for timely milestone delivery.
— We use available data to the extent feasible.
— We avoid unnecessary analyses and data collection.
— We produce quality documents that get it right the first time to avoid time-consuming rewrites and revisions.
We are accustomed to providing deliverables on an accelerated timetable, a practice enabled by the high level of internal collaboration
among staff at Michael Baker and by the depth of staff resources available to a given project. Our staff members solve problems by staying
cognizant of project details and technical issues and applying resources to creatively resolve any difficulties or issues that may arise during
the process. Further, we are experienced at asking the right questions, drawing on in-house resources when needed and providing effective
resolutions that comply with applicable regulations and respond to any issue at hand.
In short, the early identification and resolution of critical issues are imperative to keep a project on track and on schedule. Based on the
above project management approach, we will proactively deal with potential variances from the schedule, early and intelligently, before they
become a problem. As part of our issue/risk management technique, our project managers and task leaders will communicate to City staff
the impact of any schedule changes necessitated by circumstances outside of our control before or as they occur. These project management
tools and techniques will result in constant vigilance over schedule and budget performance and consistent communications, with no
surprises to the City.
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Quality Control/Assurance Procedures
To maintain high -quality service for every assignment, we have established an active quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) program.
Quality of project deliverables implies numerical accuracy, internal consistency, and conformance to specified methods and project
performance or operational standards. Key elements of our QA/QC program include the following:
— Assignment of highly experienced technical and management personnel.
— Assignment of highly qualified staff, who have proven experience in project administration, planning, and agency and
environmental coordination, as well as resource agency coordination.
— Assignment of staff with local experience and knowledge of key local issues.
— Coordination among team members, including clear direction on assignments, consistent communication of project status, and
use of standard templates and style guides to ensure efficient and internally consistent development of the documents.
Specific to the preparation of legally defensible technical reports and environmental documents, Michael Baker ensures document quality
by adhering to the following QA/QC steps:
— Technical reports and technical sections of environmental documents are reviewed by senior staff knowledgeable in the topic (e.g.,
senior principal, principal environmental planner) for technical accuracy and completeness.
— After technical sections are approved by senior staff, they are reviewed by the project management team (project manager and
assistant project manager) for accuracy in addressing the specifics of the project, meeting client expectations, and compliance with
the scope of work.
— The final review consists of a thorough read -through by Michael Baker's technical editor, who checks for consistency in use of
terms, facts, references, grammar, spelling, style, and document format.
As required in the RFP, the following page includes a timeline chart of the schedule identified in Section 1.1.4, above.
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Dec-22
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Feb-23 Mar-23
2/6 2/13 2/20 2/27 3/6 3/13 3/20 3/27
Apr-23
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1.1.6. Personnel, Equipment, and Facilities
Project Team Organization Chart
Project Principal, William Hoose, will provide contract oversight and support, ensuring the Michael Baker team has the resources it needs to
serve the City successfully and effectively. Project Director, John Bellas, will guide and oversee preparation of all deliverables. Project
Manager, Brent Schleck, and Deputy Project Manager, Jennifer Wu, will serve as the primary points -of -contact for the City and will coordinate
the preparation of all deliverables.
PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE
William Hoose
CEQA GENERALISTS
Madonna Marcelo
Frankie Tong
Jessie Kang
CULTURAL RESOURCES
Margo Nayyar
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MANAGEMENT TEAM
PROJECT MANAGER
Brent Schleck
DEPUTY PROJECT MANAGER
Jennifer Wu
AIR QUALITY/ GREENHOUSE GAS/
ENERGY/NOISE
Eddie Torres
LIGHTING
Kristen Bogue
GEOTECHNICAL (Optional)
GMU Geotechnical
PROJECT DIRECTOR
John Bellas
TRAFFIC/CIRCULATION
Carla Dietrich, PTOE
BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES /
JURISDICTIONAL DELINIATION
Arthur Popp
Anisha Malik
HELIX Environmental
Michael Baker's team members are trained, experienced, and competent CEQA professionals with the capability to perform the scope of
services proposed in this proposal. Short bios for each of the above -mentioned key team members are provided on the following pages with
resumes provided in Appendix A.
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William Hoose, Principal in Charge
William, the Office Executive overseeing Michael Baker's Long Beach and Los Angeles offices, has extensive experience in both the community
and environmental planning disciplines. He has worked with public agencies, private developers, investor -owned utilities, as well as various
water, wastewater, and solid waste service providers. He has successfully worked with developers and agencies at early stages of large and
innovative projects to provide guidance on the regulatory strategy and (working with engineers) constructability, including a large green
infrastructure supply chain, an innovative goods movements system at the Port of Los Angeles, and an aerial tramway project in Downtown
Los Angeles. William has managed and overseen several park projects in southern California. He has also managed and overseen numerous
CEQA and NEPA documents, as well as participated in seven general plan updates and numerous specific plans and master plans. He has
also worked as a current planner at a small city and served as plan checker Orange County Public Works Planned Communities Division.
John Bellas, Project Director
John is a recognized expert in the environmental planning field in Southern California with 23 years of experience. He has managed the
preparation of numerous CEQA documents for a wide range of projects, including parks and recreational facilities, land
development/entitlement projects, land use plans/programs, and capital improvement projects. Notably, John has provided environmental
planning services to the City of Santa Clarita since 2003. He has prepared/overseen the preparation of multiple CEQA documents for the
City, which include the Canyon Country Community Center Project IS/MND, Valencia Town Center Patios Connection (Costco) Project
IS/MND, Bouquet Canyon Residential Project and Road Realignment EIR, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Specific Plan SEIR, Sierra West
Assisted Living and Memory Care IS/MND, Jobs Creation Overlay Zone IS/ND, Valencia Suites Hotel Project IS/MND, Kaiser Permanente
Medical Office Building IS/MND, and Sierra Highway Pedestrian Bridge IS/MND. In addition, John has extensive experience with parks,
recreational facilities, and athletic fields. A few notable examples include the Westlake Village Community and Sports Park/Triunfo YMCA
SEIR, athletic fields and/or stadiums for multiple school campuses (e.g., Santa Monica High School, Norwalk High School, John Glenn High
School, and Lincoln Avenue Middle School), and the Maywood Riverfront Park EIR.
Brent Schleck, Project Manager
Brent has 10 years of experience preparing environmental documentation for large- and small-scale projects pursuant to CEQA and NEPA.
Notably, he recently managed the preparation of four environmental documents for the City of Santa Clarita: the Sierra West Assisted Living
and Memory Care Project IS/MND, the Jobs Creation Overlay Zone IS/ND, the Family Promise CEQA Exemption, and the West Creek Park
NEPA Categorical Exclusion. He has assisted in the preparation of multiple other CEQA documents for the City, including the Bouquet Canyon
Project EIR, the MetroWalk Project SCEA, the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Specific Plan SEIR, and the Dockweiler Residential Development
IS/MND. He is also currently providing technical assistance to the City in the monitoring of the mitigation measures for the Bouquet Canyon
Project. Brent's experience outside of the City of Santa Clarita includes managing the preparation of the Norris Pavilion Expansion Project
IS/MND for the City of Rolling Hills Estates, managing the preparation of a Coca Cola Distribution Plant IS/MND for the City of Downey, and
managing the preparation of NEPA Environmental Assessments for numerous affordable housing project in the Cities of Pasadena,
Sacramento, Orange, Oxnard, Santa Rosa, and Folsom.
Jennifer Wu, Deputy Project Manager
Jennifer is a seasoned Senior Environmental Planner with over 18 years in environmental consulting. Jennifer has a proven track record
managing, serving as technical lead, and peer reviewing complex and oftentimes controversial projects involving substantial federal, state,
and local agency and public coordination, permitting, and environmental review processes (NEPA and CEQA), through project planning,
development, permitting, and construction phases. Jennifer's project experience is diverse, and includes local planning, residential,
commercial, industrial, and utility development. Notably, Jennifer has successfully prepared CEQA documents for the CPUC.
Madonna Marcelo, Principal Environmental Planner
Madonna has 30 years of experience in preparing CEQA documentation, including EIRs, NDs, MNDs, ISs, and Categorical Exemptions (CatEx).
Her experience managing the preparation of the Metrowalk Project SCEA, a notable nearby project, and the Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Specific Plan SEIR, both for the City of Santa Clarita, make her particularly suited for this Project. Her years in the environmental field have
provided her with the knowledge and experience necessary to evaluate the adequacy of technical analyses (e.g., traffic studies, air quality
and noise reports, Phase I ESAs, hydrology studies, geotechnical studies, biological resources assessments, and cultural resources
assessments). She has an eye for detail, caters to the needs of clients, and delivers quality reports. Madonna experience also includes
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assisting the City of Los Angeles Department of City Planning staff in reviewing environmental documents, specifically EIRs and ISs, prepared
by third -party consultants for projects in the city.
Frankie Tong, Senior Environmental Planner
Frankie is a Senior Environmental Planner with five years of environmental planning experience. She specializes in preparing CEQA
documents for mixed -use projects. Frankie is highly organized and has worked successfully with development teams and lead agencies to
produce deliverables with multiple deadlines. As a project manager, Frankie also maintains project schedules and budgets, reviews
entitlement sets and technical reports, and performs internal quality control reviews to ensure the accuracy and consistency of deliverables.
Jessie bang, Assistant Environmental Planner
Jessie Kang is an environmental planner with over two years of environmental consulting experience with preparing CEQA/NEPA-compliant
documents, including IS/MNDs, environmental assessments, EIRs, and environmental impact statements. The focus of her project work
experience has been public utility projects with government agencies in Los Angeles County and throughout Southern California. Jesse also
has a background in community outreach within the public sector from previous experience at a district -wide water agency.
Margo Nayyar, Cultural Resources Specialist
Margo is an architectural historian with 12 years of cultural resources management experience in California. Her experience includes built
environment surveys, evaluation of historic -era resources using guidelines outlined in the National Register of Historic Places and California
Register of Historical Resources, and preparation of cultural resources technical studies pursuant to CEQA and Section 106 of the NHPA,
municipal preservation planning and general plan updates, Native American consultation, historic preservation ordinance updates, and
provision of certified local government training to interested local governments. Margo also specializes in producing Historic American
Buildings Survey, Historic American Engineering Record, and Historic American Landscapes Survey heritage documentation. She meets the
Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for history and architectural history.
Eddie Torres, Senior Principal
Eddie oversees and prepares Environmental and Planning studies for public and private sectors clients, under CEQA and NEPA, with particular
expertise in conducting air quality, GHG, energy, and noise investigations. Eddie's responsibilities also include staff training, public hearing
presentations, and coordination of our extensive in-house team of experts as well as various subcontractors. Eddie draws on his broad
background and understanding of environmental constraints to provide technical and CEQA compliance review and environmental
documentation, in addition to research, analysis, and writing. Eddie has managed a wide range of environmental planning projects, including
environmental documents for major infrastructure and land development projects, air quality and noise studies, controversial hillside
development projects, state-of-the-art visual analyses, due diligence studies, and coastal development projects.
Carla Dietrich, P.T.®.E, Traffic Engineer
Carla is experienced in traffic engineering and transportation planning studies. She has served as a traffic task manager on various projects
including conceptual engineering studies, corridor studies, traffic impact studies, feasibility studies, interchange justification reports, and
traffic analysis in support of environmental documents. Carla is knowledgeable and experienced in the areas of traffic signalization, safety,
complete streets, VMT, access management, bicycle and pedestrian design, and context sensitive solutions. Her technical expertise includes
crash analysis, traffic simulation, capacity analysis including roundabouts and coordinated signal systems, queuing analysis, and trip
generation analysis.
Arthur Popp, Senior Biologist
Arthur is a senior biologist and project manager with experience in conducting general and focused field surveys, preparing technical reports
and permit applications, and coordinating with clients and regulatory agencies during the environmental review process. He routinely
manages or oversees biological resource tasks across Southern California and is an experienced project manager with a proven track record
of managing diverse staffing scenarios to deliver projects for both internal and external clients. He has assisted clients in understanding and
complying with regulations that govern impacts to sensitive biological resources and provided options that may avoid or minimize such
impacts, permitted the activities that propose impacts, and coordinate mitigation projects that satisfy both the client and regulatory agencies.
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Anisha Malik, Restoration Biologist
Anisha leads the ecosystem restoration and mitigation services team, with experience in a wide variety of compensatory mitigation projects
required for jurisdictional impacts for waters and wetlands and their associated habitats. She identifies mitigation site opportunities and
designs site plans that will provide beneficial results for stakeholders involved as well as the local watershed. Additionally, she is responsible
for baseline studies, including conducting jurisdictional delineations, vegetation mapping, and California Rapid Assessment Method (CRAM)
analysis at project sites.
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1.1.7. Sub -Consultants
HELIX Environmental Planning
HELIX HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. (HELIX) is a leader in environmental planning, design, and
natural resource sustainability. Established in 1991 and with offices in Los Angeles, San Diego,
Environmental Planning Orange, Riverside, Sacramento, and Placer counties, HELIX provides a broad range of
environmental compliance services throughout California. HELIX's in-house services include the preparation of environmental
documentation for CEQA and NEPA compliance; technical studies and analyses for biological and cultural resources, air quality/greenhouse
gas, and noise; mitigation monitoring and compliance; regulatory permitting; landscape architecture; and native habitat restoration design,
construction, and maintenance. HELIX has extensive experience helping public and private clients across a variety of sectors comply with
local, state and federal environmental laws and regulations, manage natural and cultural resources, and design and construct sustainable
projects. They also specialize in habitat restoration and the installation and maintenance of native habitat.
HELIX provides a wide range of biological services analyses for projects ranging from individual project sites to regional, large-scale, multi -
jurisdictional planning areas. HELIX conducts resource assessment surveys and biological analyses to identify the likelihood of special -status
species or habitats, to make recommendations for further studies, and to identify permits that may be required. In addition to resource
assessment surveys, vegetation mapping, and biological analyses we regularly provide biological monitoring, environmental training for
workers and contractors, and project management assistance during construction to both contractors and public agencies.
HELIX's biological team is familiar with established protocols and guidelines for determining the presence or absence of threatened,
endangered, or other special -status plants and animals. They have permitted biologists who perform focused plant and wildlife surveys to
comply with government agencies' regulations, such as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, CDFW, and Migratory Bird Treaty Act. If a special -
status species is found during the pre -construction surveys, they work closely with the regulatory agencies to develop avoidance, relocation,
or mitigation plans in a timely manner to avoid lengthy and costly construction delays. Additionally, HELIX conducts environmental impact
analyses for projects that may have an effect upon threatened or endangered species; we coordinate and consult with wildlife agencies
regarding compliance with federal and state endangered species legislation and develop mitigation and monitoring plans for projects with
adverse effects on threatened or endangered species.
CivIIU Geotechnicad
GMU Geotechnical (GMU) has built a reputation over the past 50 years as a trusted consultant for
V 1 _ 1LJ some of the most challenging and recognizable construction projects across Southern California. GMU
has been committed to a core set of values since 1967. And while their name has morphed through
the years to recognize their growing expertise and changing leadership, they have never lost sight of
their dedication to pro -active service, innovation, and commitment to our clients. GMU provides a full range of geotechnical services, as well
as numerous other services not normally provided by other geotechnical firms, including pavement engineering, structural engineering for
earth retaining structures, grading plans and construction management for landslide projects, blasting consulting and vibration monitoring,
as well as several others. These additional services enable GMU to provide unique combinations of services bundled together to better serve
the project needs and costs.
Statement of Offer
This proposal, signed by William Hoose (an individual who is authorized to bind the firm, see Cover Letter of this proposal), represents a
firm offer for a 120-day period, and work will be performed at the "not -to -exceed" price included in the separate Cost file. This includes all
meetings, including but not limited to, a kick-off meeting, a scoping meeting (optional task), staff meetings and community meetings, along
with Planning Commission and City Council meetings.
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Contracting with Michael Baker
We appreciate the opportunity to preview the consultant services agreement that will be utilized by the City of Santa Clarita for this project,
and understand per the RFP terms that contract terms will be negotiated between the parties once a proposal has been selected. Michael
Baker has contracted on thousands of projects over our 81-year history, including with the City of Santa Clarita, and is confident in our ability
to come to mutually acceptable terms with all of our clientele. Upon selection of this proposal, we would respectfully request the opportunity
to discuss certain elements of the contract terms with the City due to the professional standard of care required for performance of services,
insurance commercially available, and circumstances which can be outside of the control of the contracting parties.
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William Hoose
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Mr. Hoose has extensive experience in both the
community and environmental planning disciplines. He
has worked with public agencies, private developers,
investor -owned utilities, as well as various water,
wastewater, and solid waste service providers. He has
successfully worked with developers and agencies at
early stages of large and innovative projects to provide
guidance on the regulatory strategy and (working with engineers)
constructability, including a large green infrastructure supply chain, an
innovative goods movements system at thePort ofLosAngeles, and an aerial
tramway project in Downtown Los Angeles . William has managed and
overseen several large-scale land development projects throughout southern
California. He has also managedand overseen numerous CEQA and NEPA
documents, as well as participated in seven general plan updates and
numerous specific plans and master plans. He has also worked as a current
planner at a small city and served as plan checker OCPW Planned
Communities Division.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
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Percent Availability:10%
Years with Michael Baker: 2 1 N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
Years of Experience:17
Education
B.S., Urban and Regional Planning, California
State Polytech n ic U n ive rsity, Pomona
Certifications
American Institute of Certified Planners, 026231
Professional Affiliations
American Planning Association: former CA
Chapter Vice President and Executive Board
Member; former Orange Section Vice Chair of
Membership and Diversity and Inclusion; and a
current member
Los Angeles Zoning Code U pdate (re:Code LA)— Los Angeles, California. LosAngeles Department of City Planning. Project Director.
Responsible for project management and technical oversight of the major revisions to the Draft EIR (prepared by another consultant) n
support of the Zoning Code update. As the City prepared to release two El Rsforthe Boyle Heights and Downtown Community Plans, it was
realized that the Zoning Code EIR was insufficient. We were brought in to quickly revise the document while not delaying the other projects.
The Villages of Lakeview Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report, Riverside County, California. Riverside CountyPlannng
Department. Project manager on this 11,000 unit new town development in western RiversideCounty. Significant issues related to the project
included the site's proximity to the San Jacinto National Wildlife Refuge, the insufficient drainage capacity of the San Jacinto River, the
construction of 8 miles of the Mid -County Parkway across the project site, significant cultural resources on -site, and the relocation of a
chicken ranch.
Hillside Housing Administration and Commons Building - Long Beach, California. Califomia State University, Long Beach. Project
Director. Responsible for project management and technical oversight of the Supplemental EIR and technical studies for the demolition of
the existing 5,700 square foot structure and replacement with two new buildings totaling 12,500 square feet. Significant issues included
proximity (and previous encroachment) to the Puvunga site which is scared to the Tongva Nation of indigenous peoples.
Transit Zoning Code (SD 84A an d SD 84B) Environmental Impact Report, Santa Ana, California Cityof Santa Ana. Project manager
and preparer of the EIR for the city of Santa Ana's transit zoning code, which was an SB 375 performance -based zoning code forson-e 450
acres in the city's downtown area.The code set forth means by which the city maydevelop transit -oriented development projects, allow for
25-story buildings near the regional transit hub, plan for thefutureSanta Ana fixed guidewaytransit project, and induce newdevelopment to
existing underperforming land uses. Issues included noise and safety hazards, historic resources, transportation and traffic, and air quality.
To n ner H ills Development Plan Check Services, Brea, Californ is Orange County Public Works Planned Communities Division. Worked
as a contract planner and plan check program manager for the county's Planned Communities Division. Duties included accepting,
processing, plan checking, and issuance of permits and associated plans for developers in the 790-acre Tonner Hills project plan area n
northern Orange County. The project was developed on and around an active oil field.
Rio Vista Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report, Riverside County, California. Riverside County Planning Department. Project manager
for the preparation of the first edition of the EIRfor the project, which was ultimately put on hold. Laterserved as the contract project manager
on the update of the previous EIR as a result ofa specific plan amendment. Significant issues included biological resources (specificallythe
Delhi Sands flower -loving fly), cultural resources, air quality, and noise.
CM Ranch Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report, Calexico, California. City of Calexico. Managed the EIR for the CM Ranch
specific plan, a 1,100-unit residential and mixed -use developmentnear theCityof Calexico, adjacentto the international borderwith Mexico.
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John Bellas
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With more than 20 years of experience, Mr. Bellas is a
recognized expert in the environmental planning field in
Southern California. He has managed the preparation of
numerous CEQA/NEPA documents for a wide range of
projects, including land development/ entitlement
projects, land use plans/programs, and capital
improvement projects. In addition, he served as an in-
house%n-call environmental administrator/coordinator for several prominent
cities in Southern California. He also conducts specialized CEQA training
programs for client cities, served as an instructor in AEP's Advanced CEQA
and CEQA Essentials series, contributed to a variety of AEP CEQA topic
papers, and presentedon CEQAtopicsatAEPandAPA conferences.
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Percent Availability: 65%
Years with Michael Baker:9 I N T E R N A T I O N A L
Years of Experience: 23
Education
B.S., Environmental Resource Management,
Penn State University
Professional Affiliations
Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP)
American Planning Association (APA)
Mr. Bellas has servedas astrategic CEQA advisorto theCitiesof Pasadena, I LEED AP, U.S. Green Building Council
Los Angeles, Laguna Woods, Blythe, and Santa Clarita. Tasks undertaken in
these roles haveincluded developing the CEQA compliance approach for countless projects, reviewing numerous environmental
documents for technical adequacyandfor compliance with CEQA, and providing strategic guidance on numerous CEQA matters.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
City of Santa Clarita, Canyon Country Community Center and Park Project IS/MND, Project Director. Mr. Bellas directed the
preparation of an IS/MND for the proposed Canyon Country Community Center project. The project involved the demolition of three
commercial buildings and construction of an approximately 24,000-square-foot community center and various park improvements, including
open play areas, water features, an outdoor market/Mercado, an event stage, parking, off -site street improvements, and a storm water
infiltration system.
Additional Parks and Recreational Facility Project Experience. Mr. Bellas has worked on multiple CEQA documents for parks and
recreational facilities. Examples include:
■ Westlake Village Park/TriunfoYMCA Project SEIR, Cityof Westlake Village, Project Manager
■ South Pasadena Dog Park IS/MND, Cityof South Pasadena, Project Manager
■ Laguna Woods Dog Park CEQA Exemption Report, Cityof Laguna Woods, ProjectManager
■ Norwalk High School Stadium and Athletic Fields Project EIR, Norwalk-LaMirada Unified School District, Project Director
■ John Glenn High School Stadium and Athletic Fields Project MND, Norwalk -La Mirada Unified School District, Project Director
■ Santa Monica High School Campus Plan EIR(includinga newstadium and all new athleticfields), Santa Mon ica-Malibu Unified School
District, Project Director
■ Grandview Park Master Plan IS/MND, Cityof Rancho Palos Verdes, Project Manager
■ Lower Hesse Park Master Plan IS/MND, Cityof Rancho Palos Verdes, Project Manager
■ Hahamongna Watershed ParkAnnex EIR Addendum, Cityof Pasadena, Project Manager
■ Various additional trails, passive use recreational facilities, and pocket park projects for the Cities of Pasadena, Santa Clarita, La
Canada-Flintridge, South Pasadena, Rancho Palos Verdes, and Rolling Hills Estates.
City of Pasadena, Environmental Coordinator/Administrator. Mr. Bellas has served as the City of Pasadena's environmental
coordinator/administrator for more than eight years, where he is responsible for all the City's environmental documents. Tasks include
supervising the CEQA process for all projects in the City; reviewing C EQA and N EPA documents prepared by City staff and other consultants;
providing recommendations on the appropriate procedures for complying with CEQAand other environmental regulations; strategizing with
the City Attorney's Office on CEQA matters; reviewing technical studies for adequacy; drafting comment letters on behalf of the City for
projects outside of the City's jurisdiction or for which the City is a responsible agency; overseeing the preparation, posting, and distribution
of environmental notices; and participating in public hearings.
City of LosAngeles, EIR Peer Review Services. Mr. Bellas leads a team of four senior -level environmental planners that provide EIR peer
review services to the Los Angeles Departmentof City Planning. In this role, he oversees the EIR process for major development projects
and provides technical review of ISs, Draft and Final EIRs, and CEQA Findings/Statements of Overriding Considerations. He also regularly
advises the City on CEQA matters, such as working with the City Attorney's Office to develop an approach to analyzing GHG emissions in
CEQA documents; providing feedback on the ongoing update of the City's CEQA Thresholds Manual; assisting in the development of a
standardized EIR template; and drafting/compiling standardized regulatory framework languagefor the City's EIRs.
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Mr. Schleckhastenyearsofexperienceassistinginand
managing thepreparation of environmental compliance
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Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the Endangered
Sp ecies A ct fora variety of federalactions. Currently, Mr.
Schleck assists in and manages the preparation of
environmental documentation in accordance the
California Environmental QualityAct (CEQA), such as Initial Study/Mitigated
Negative Declarations and Environmental Impact Reports for residential,
industrial, institutional, and commercial projects throughout Califomia. Mr.
Schleck has also conducted specialized NEPA training programs for client
agencies to instruct th em ho w to complete environmental documentation for
HUD programs pursuant to 24 CFR Part 58, including briefings of, such as
CDBG and HOMElnvestment Partnership programs.
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Years with Michael Baker:4 I N T E R N A T I O N A L
Years of Experience:10
Education
M.U.P., Environmental Planning, Universityof
Michigan
B.S., Environmental Biology, Purdue University
Professional Affiliations
Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP)
Mr. Schleck's backgroundincludes preparing Biological Evaluations required under theEn dangered Species Act for the National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and crafting federal environmental regulations, with accompanying NEPA
do cum entation, promulgated under the Marine Mammal Protect Act
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
City of Santa Clarita, West Creek Park Rehabilitation Project N EPA C EST. Mr. Schleck managed preparation of a Categorical Exclusion
statutory checklist, per 24 CFR 58.35(a), which demonstrated compliance with the Federal environmental laws and authorities listed at 24
CFR 58.5 for a project that proposed to rehabilitate an existing park facility (West Creek Park) located on the northwest side of the City of
Santa Clarita. Specifically, the project consists of the removal of approximately 5,200 square feet of existing play area and the construction
of a new inclusive play area, which would provide recreation opportunities for disabled park patrons.
City of Santa Clarita, MetroWalk Specific Plan Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment (SCEA). Mr. Schleck assisted
with the preparation of a SCEA for the MetroWalk Specific Plan, a residential project involving the development of 498 residential units
comprising of a mix of housing types, including market -rate apartments and townhomes, age -qualified apartments, and affordable senior
apartments. The project also included a multi -use path that would link the project site with the future Metrolink Vista Canyon Station to the
east and the Vista Canyon Specific Plan development to the north, while connecting various private amenities throughout the project site.
City of Santa Clarita, Sierra West Assisted Living and Memory Care Project IS/MND. Mr. Schleck managed the preparation of an
IS/MND for the proposed for the Sierra West Assisted Living and Memory Care Project. The project site is located on Sierra Highway, 800
feet south of Newhall Avenue and would develop an 83-unit senior living facility on 3.99 acres of mostly undeveloped land immediately north
of Eternal Valley Memorial Park.
City of Santa Clarita, Bouquet Canyon Residential Project and Roadway Realignment EIR. Mr. Schleck assisted with the preparation
of an EIR for the City of Santa Clarita regarding the Bouquet Canyon Residential Project, located along the eastern and southern sides of
Bouquet Canyon Road between CopperCanyon Drive and Plum Canyon Road.The proposed project would construct single-family detached
units, bungalows, row homes, homes arranged in motor courts, and townhomes on 57 acres of mostly undeveloped land. The proposed
project would also include closing a portion of and constructing a new alignment of Bouquet Canyon Road.
City of Santa Clarita, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Master Plan Supplemental EIR. Mr. Schleck assisted with the preparation of a
Supplemental EIR for an amendment to the HenryMayo Hospital Master Plan. The Hospital, located atthe intersectionof McBean Parkway
and Orchard Village Road, is proposing to revise the Master Plan to allow for an additional 200,000square feet of building space, as well as
expansion of an existing parking facility. The proposed development includes an 84,300sf diagnostic and treatment building, a 115,700sf
inpatient building, and the addition of three aboveground levels to an existing parking structure.
Additional Project Management Experience. Mr. Schleck has managed preparation of multiple CEQA and NEPA documents, including:
■ Family Promise CEQA Categorical Exemption, City of Santa Clarita, Project Manager.
■ Brea Housing Element Zone Change and General Plan Amendment EIR Addendum, Cityof Brea, Project Manager.
■ Ramona Senior Housing Project Categorical Exemption and NEPA Environmental Assessment, Cityof Pasadena, Project Manager.
■ Coca Cola Distribution Warehouse IS/MND, City of Downey, Project Manager.
■ Sutter House Categorical Exemption/Environmental Assessment, Sacramento Housing and Redevelopme nt Agency, Project Manager.
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Jenniferft
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Ms. Wu is a seasoned senior project manager and
_ _ environmental planner with extensive experience
managing projects in California and specifically in
`= Southern California. Ms. Wu has a proven track record
managing, serving as technical lead, and peer reviewing
complex and oftentimes controversial projects involving
substantial federal, state, and local agency and public
coordination, permitting, and environmental review processes (CEQA/NEPA).
Ms. Wu's project experience is diverse, and includes educational facilities,
residential, commercial, industrial, and utility developments.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
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Percent Availability: 75%
Years with Michael Baker: 2 I N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
Years of Experience:19
Education
B.A., Environmental Chemistry,
University of California, San Diego
Certificate, Environmental Management,
University of California, Irvine
George IF Canyon Nature Center Renovation Project. Ckyof Rolling Hills Estates ; Professional Affiliations
Project Manager. Managed preparation of the project IS/MND and associated I Association of Environmental Professionals
technical studies.The project involves: demolition of the existing facility, and (AEP)
construction and operation of anew Nature Center Community Centerfacility, which
would include a single -level, 1,750-square-foot Nature Center/Community Room building with a viewing deck, a 1,000-square-foot outdoor
classroom area with a photovoltaic (PV) shade canopy, storage enclosures, boardwalk with a canyon overlook, privacy screen, community -
preferred fencing, gate, and associated parking and drop-off spaces. Key issues include sensitivity to adjacent residential community and
proximity to sensitive biological resources, including CAGN critical habitat.
Bellefield Solar Project.Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department Project Manager. Ms. Wu managed the preparatbn of
the project EIR for a 750 megawatt (MW) solar PV generation and 2,000 MW-hour energy storage system project in Kern County, on
approximately 6,773 acres of land in unincorporated Kern County and the City of California City. The project requires Conditional Use Permits,
General Plan and Specific Plan Amendments to the circulation elements, and zone changes to allow utility -scale solar generation in
unincorporated Kern County and California City.
Aratina and Kudu Solar Projects. Kem CourfyPlanning and Natural Resources Department. Deputy Project Manager, technical resource
lead, and peer reviewer on project EIRs two solar PV energy generation and storage projects totaling 1,100 MW of generation and 1200
MW-hours of storage capacity on approximately 4,627 acres of privately -owned land in in unincorporated Kern County and California City.
The Aratina projectwould be supported by a 230 kV gen-tie overhead and/or underground electrical transmission line(s) originating from one
or more on -site substations and terminating at SCE's Holgate Substation to the north. The Kudu project would share/co-locate the project
gen-tie line with the Eland 1 Solar Project's gen-tie facilities and right of way.
Estrella Substation and Paso Robles Area Reinforcement Project,* San Luis Obispo County. CPUC. Project Manager. Managed
preparation of the Estrella Substation and Paso Robles Area Reinforcement Project Proponent's Environmental Assessment for the CPUC
and associated environmental due diligence, cultural and historic resources investigations, biological surveys, and public outreach and
workshops for the construction and operation of two substations (together comprising Estrella Substation), and new and upgraded powerine
facilities.
AV Solar Ranch One. Los Angeles County: Deputy Project Manager and Project Manager. Conducted environmental due diligence,
managed the conditional use permit entitlement process, prepared the CEQA EIR, managed the NEPA Environmental Assessment, and
managed the construction compliance for the 230 MW solar PV electric generation facility located on 2,100 acres in unincorporated Los
Angeles County. Key issue areas included addressing project impacts to theJoshua tree woodland SEA, western burrowing owl, Swainson's
hawk, and jurisdictional wetlands.
EIR Review Services, Los Angeles, California. Ckyof Los Angeles Department of City Planning. Senior Environmental Planner. Assisted
the Department of City Planning Major Projects staff in reviewing environmental documents prepared by third -party consultants far
commercial, residential, and medical office projects within the City of Los Angeles. Reviewed environmental documents to ensure adequacy
and consistency with CEQA requirements.
Newhall Ranch Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)/EIR*. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.: Author. Prepared EIS/EIR
alternatives analysis for a large-scale master -planned community development, involving 20,000 residential dwelling units, commercial district
water reclamation plant, public schools, fire stations and regional and community parks.
* Work conducted while at other firms.
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Madonna Marcelo
Via Princessa Park Project
CEQA and Environmental Studies
Ms. Marcelo has 30 years of experience preparing
California Environmental Quality ActINational
Environmental Policy Act (CEQA/NEPA)
documentation, including Environmental Impact
Reports (EIR), Negative Declarations (ND), Mitigated
Negative Declarations (MND), Initial Studies (IS),
Categorical Exemptions (CE)/CategoricalExclusions
IL (CatEx), Environmental Assessments (EA), and
Environmental Impact Statements (EIS). Ms. Marcelo has managed a wide range
of project types, including redevelopment, institutional (schools and colleges),
residential, infrastructure, capital improvement, port, transportation, and
planning projects. Heryears in the environmental field have provided her with
the knowledge and experience n ecessary to evaluate the a d equacy o f technical
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
Percent Availability: 40%
Years with Michael Baker: 4.5
Years of Experience: 30
Education
B.S., Environmental Science,
University of California, Riverside
Professional Affiliations
I N T E R N A T I O N A L
Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP)
American Planning Association (APA)
analyses (e.g., traffic studies, air quality and noise reports, Phase I
Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), hydrology studies, geotechnical studies, biological resources assessments, and cultural
resources assessments). Accordingly, she has assistedseveral localagencies, including the cities of LosAngeles, Palos Verdes Estates,
Rolling Hills, andBunbank in reviewing CEQA documents, including ISiMNDs and EIRs. Shehas an eye for detail, caters to the needs of
clients, anddelivers qualityreports.A briefsummaryo f work experience in the City of Santa Claritais providedbelow.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
MetroWalk Specific Plan SCEA, Santa Clarita, California. City of Santa Clarta Planning Division. Project Manager. Ms. Marcelo prepared a
Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment (SCEA) for the MetroWalk Specific Plan, which is a residential project involving the
development of 498 residential units comprisng of a mix of housing types, including market -rate apartments and townhomes, age -qualified
apartments, and affordable seniorapartments. In addition, theprojectwould include a multi -use paththatwould link the project site with thefulure
Metrolink Vista Canyon Station to the east and the VistaCanyon Specific Plan developn-entto the north, while connectingvarious private amenities
throughout the project site, including park nodes, open space, a central clubhouse, and a playground. The multi -use path would terminate ate 0.93-
acre public plaza at the far eastern area of the projectsite, which would provide a publicly accessble outdoor amenity adjacent to the Metroink
station and a connection to commercial uses, trails, and other amenitieswithin the Vista Canyon Specific Plan area.
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Master Plan Second Amendment SEI R, Santa C larita, C alifomia. Cityof Santa ClaritaPlanning Division. Project
Manager. Ms. Marcelo managed the preparation of a Supplemental EI R for an amendment to the Henry Mayo Hospital Master Plan. The Hospital,
located at the intersection of McBean Parkway and Orchard Village Road, revised its Master Planto allowforan additional 200,000 square feet of
building space, as well as expansionof an existing parkingfadlity. The project included an 84,300-sf2, 3-story diagnostic and treatment building, a
115,700-sf2, five -story inpatient building, andtheadditionofthree aboveground levels to an existing parking structureforan additional 292parking
spaces. The EIR analyzed a numberof topics, including aesthetics; airquality; energy; greenhouse gasemissions; noise; transportation, traffic and
parking;tribal cultural resources; and utilities and seMcesystems.
Shadowbox Studios EIR, SantaClarita, California. Cityof Santa Clarita Planning Division. Project Manager. Ms. Marcelo is currently managing
and preparing an EIRfor the Shadowbox Studios Project,which proposes to developa full-servicefilm and television studiocampuson the Pr*d
Site that would consist of approximately473,000 squarefeetof sound stages; approximately561,500 squarefeetof workshops, warehouses, and
support uses; approximately 221,000 square feet of production and administrative offices; and approximately 37,500 square feet of catering and
other specialty services. Upon completion, the campus would have an overall building area of approximately 1,293,000 square feet. The Project
would involve 19 sound stages; a three-story office building; a five -level 1,064-space parking structure; a two-story support building; and other
ancillary and specialty use buildings, including a catering building, gym building, and mechanical buMhgwith a substation.
Rye Canyon Studios PEI R Addendum, Santa Clarita, California. CityofSanta Clarita Planning Division. Project M anger. Ms. Marcelo is currently
managing and preparing an addendumto a 1996Program EIR (PEIR) forthe RyeCanyon Business Park Project (ApprovedProject).TheProo
Applicant is now proposing to revisethe Approved Project bydevelopingtheRye Canyon Studios (RCS)on 40 acres within the northern portionof
the 377.1-acresite. The Revised Project proposesto construct studio facilities, including 28 soundstages and production offices, flexspaces and
detached restrooms, and to renovateexisting buildings on -site to accommodatetwo additional soundstages, fora total of 30 sound stages on the
RCS campus. The Revised Project would involve the development of industrial buildings (i.e., sound stages) that are up to 55 feet in height and
office buildings that are three to fourstories with a maximum height of 70.5feet. The Jobs CreationOverlay Zone (JCOZ),specifically established
for the Rye C anyon/Southem Califomia Innovation Park (SCIP) area, allows industrial buildings up to55 feet and office buildings between three and
five stories. Since the proposed RCS is an allowable use in a BP (Business Park) zone and is proposed to bedeveloped consistent with the existing
entitlements already granted by the City of Santa Clarita (City) for the Project Site under the Approved Project, the City has determined its
discretionary action is appropriatelylimited to consideration of Development Review and Architectural Design Review approvals.
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Frankie Tong
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CEQA and Environmental Studies
Ms. Tong is a senior environmental planner with fiveyears
-' of environmental planning experience. Shespecializes in
preparing CEQA documents for mixed -use development
projects, including ISiMNDs, EIRs, and CEQA exemptions.
Ms. Tong is highly organized and has worked
successfully with development teams and lead agencies
to produce deliverables with multiple deadlines. As a
project manager, Ms. Tong maintains project schedules andbudgets, reviews
entitlement sets and technical reports, and performs internal quality control
reviews to ensure the accuracy andconsistencyof deliverables.
EIR Review Services, Los Angeles, California. Cityof Los Angeles Department of
City Planning. Assists Major Projects staff with the review of environmental
documents prepared bythird-party consultants for projects in the City of Los Angeles.
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
Percent Availability: 75% ME- -
Years with Michael Baker:1 I N T E N N A T I O N A L
Years of Experience: 5
Education
Master of PublicAdministration, Evans School of
Public Policy & Governance, Universityof
Washington
B.A., Environmental Studies and Global Studies,
U niversity of California at Santa Barbara
Professional Affiliations
Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP)
EIR Review Services, Pasadena, California. Cityof Pasadena Department of Planning & Community Development. Assists the Department
of Planning & Community Development staff with the review of environmental documents prepared by third -party consultants for projects h
the City of Pasadena.
South Pasadena Pocket Parks Project Categorical Exemptions, South Pasadena, California. Cityof South Pasadena. Managing and
preparing documentation to support Class 32 In -fill Development Projects Categorical Exemptions pursuant to CEQA for the two proposed
pocket parks. Berkshire Park is proposed at 2006 Berkshire Avenue and would comprise 7,482 squarefeet. The park would feature walkng
path, picnic tables and seating areas, a painted four -square play court, several pieces of fitness equipment, and an open play area with turf.
Grevelia Park is proposed at 1107 Grevelia Street and would comprise 9,130 square feet. The park would feature a walking path, plaza,
plant garden, public art piece, tables and seating areas, a play area with precast children's play equipment, and a separate play area with
turf. Both parks would also include landscaping, benches, bollards with Iighting,drinking fountains, petwaste stations, and trash receptacles.
Bouquet Canyon Project EIR Ad dendu m, Santa Clarita, California. Cityof Santa Clarita. Supported preparation of the Addendum to the
EIR to address the project revisions to a residential community development with extensive site improvements, including internal streets and
driveways, storm drainage, water, and sewer facilities, electrical and natural gas facilities, private recreation areas, public parkland and trails,
and a reconfigurationof Bouquet Creek and its adjacent floodplain.
Altamira Canyon Creek Restoration Project IS/MND, Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Cityof Rancho Palos Verdes. Supported
preparation ofthe IS/MNDfora project involving the removal of unpermitted embankment improvements, removal and restoration ofchannel
protection, repair of surface slumps, reinforcement of erosion control, and habitat restoration. The Project would require approval from the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Califomia Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board. The
Project is required to have a Clean WaterAct Section 401 Water Quality Certification in orderto proceed with the embankment improvements
and conduct permitted activities that may result in a discharge into the Altamira Canyon Creek.
1360 N. Vine Street Project EIR, Los Angeles, California. ONNI Capital, LLC. Managed and prepared the screencheck Draft EIR for a
project with two development options. One option would develop a 32-story building with up to 429 new residential units, an approximately
55,000-square-foot grocery store, and approximately 5,000 square feet of commercial retail uses. Alternatively, the office option would
develop a 17-story building with approximately 463,521 square feet of offices and 11,914 square feet of restaurant uses. The six existing
historic bungalows on -site would be rehabilitated and reused as 8,988 square feet of restaurants or 12 residential units.
2159 Bay Street Project EIR, Los Angeles, California. Sacramento Street Property LP. Managed and prepared the screencheck Draft EIR
for a development project containing three buildings with 217,189 square feet of creative office space and 5,000 square feet of retai and
restaurant space in the Arts District in the City of Los Angeles.
8th & Alameda Studios Project IS/MND, Los Angeles, California. 8th & Alameda Owner, LLC. Managed and prepared the screencheck
IS/MND for a studio campus project on a 25.84-acre site in the City of Los Angeles. The project proposes the renovation of the existing
558,918-square-foot Los Angeles Times Olympic Printing Plant and a 23,005-square-foot vehicular maintenance building and the
construction of new studio uses and sound stages, support/office uses, a shops/office building, an aboveground parking structure, and three
guard booths. Upon completion of the renovation and newconstruction, the project would provide 832,190 square feet of floor area.
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Jessie Kang
Via Princessa Park Project
CEQA and Environmental Studies
Jessie Kang is an environmental planer with over two
years of environmental consulting experience with
preparing CEQA/NEPA-compliant documents,
including IS/MNDs, environmental assessments, EIRs,
and environmental impactstatements. The focus of her
project workexperience has been public utility projects
with government agencies in Los Angeles County and throughout Southem
California. Ms. Kang also has a background in community outreach within
the publicsector from previous experience at a district wide water agency.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
Percent Availability: 80%
Years with Michael Baker: <1
Years of Experience: 3
Education
B.S., Environmental Studies
Professional Affiliations
INTERNATIONAL
Association of Environmental Professionals
CaliforniaState University, Long Beach, Master Plan Update, Long Beach, California. Assisted in drafting sections of the EIR, including
public services, recreation, and hydrology.
Port of Long Beach, Pier Storage Facility Project, Long Beach, California.* Drafted the IS/MND and assisted with preparingthe project
description for a storage management facility at the Port. Conducted site visitwith client at the Port. Assisted with revising technical memos
(air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, and transportation).
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, Roscoe Tru nk Line Project, Los Angeles, Californ ia* Drafted the IS/MN D forthe project
and reviewed the technical memos for a trunklhe replacement project. Coordinated with the vendor for the mailing distribution and with
preparing the mitigation and monitoring program.
City of Burbank, Burbank Specific Plan, Burbank, California* Drafted sections of the EIR, including hazards, geology and soils,
hydrology, and utilities for a specific plan project. Assisted with the distribution for the tribal cultural letters and contact.
Los Angeles County Department of Regional Planning, Florence -Firestone Transit Oriented District Specific Plan Project, Los
Angeles, California.* Drafted the initial study for the project, as well as multiple sections of the EIR, including hydrology, population and
housing, public services, and recreation for a Transit Oriented District Specific Plan.
Washington Unified School District, Well Replacement Project, Fresno, California* Drafted the Categorical Exemption for a well
replacement project at an elementary school. Drafted the Notice of Exemption.
Southern CaliforniaGas Company, CityofLosAngelesandCalifornia Coastal Commission, Various Coastal Development Projects,
Los Angeles, California* Preparedthe application packagesfor Coastal Development Permits and City Planning Applications for various
coastal development projects for public utilities, including a wet gas compressor, well abandonment, and linear generator. Assisted with
coordination between client and the Cityfor submittal.
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Los Angeles Aerial Rapid Transit Project, Los Angeles, California*
Drafted or revised sections of the EIR, including air quality, cultural resources, energy, greenhouse gas emissions, land use, noise, and
geology and soils for a gondola project that would connect Union Station to Dodger Stadium. Assisted in the mailing for the NOP and traded
communityscoping commentsduring the scoping comment period.
Los Angeles County Department of PublicWorksand California Department of Transportation, The Old Road Bridge Project, Los
Angeles, California.* Assisted in drafting the Caltrans EIR/EAfora roadway improvement project. Draftedthe geologyand soils, hazards,
land use, mineral resources, and agricultureand forestry resources sections of the EIR/EA.
*Workperformed while with other firms.
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Eddie G. Torres
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CEQA and Environmental Studies
Mr. Tones' primary responsibilities include oversight of
�i daily operations, management of projects, staff
` mentoring and instruction, scheduling, and business
development for the Santa Ana Planning Department He
' is an expert in air quality, GHG, and noise modeing,
including California Emissions Estimator Model (CalEEMod), the AERMOD
Atmospheric Dispersion Modeling System, the Federal Highway
Administration Traffic Noise Model (TNIM, etc. Mr. Torres also has experience
in climate action planning, usinghis technical and analyticalskills to provide
climate change and environmental due diligence services to local
governments and regional jurisdictions. He is proficient in utilizing climate
change tools to develop GHG inventories and Climate Action Plans (CAP),
recommending sustain ability strategies andprograms to local governments,
and perfonningclimaterisk, vulnerabilityandadaptationassessment.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Soledad Village EIR, Santa Clarita, California. Cityof Santa Clarita. Environmental
Specialist. Technical Study Manager. Michael Baker prepared environmental
impact reports (EIR) for the Soledad Townhouse Development Project and Henry
Mayo Memorial Hospital in Santa Clarita. The Soledad EIR assessed potential
impacts and identified mitigation measures for a proposed mixed -use development
located on a 30-acre site. The project proposed 437 multi -family dwelling units along
with commercial and private recreational uses. Michael Baker also prepared an EIR
for the Henry Mayo Memorial Hospital Master Plan, which was needed for the
hospital to develop a master plan outlining future growth within the campus. The
EIR addressed land use and planning, population and housing, geologic issues,
water, stormwater, air quality, transportation and circulation, noise, hazards,
aesthetics, publicservices, and utilities
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
Percent Availability. 40% -
Years with Michael Baker: 23 1 N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
Years of Experience: 23
Education
M.S., 2005, Mechanical Engineering, University of
Southern California
B.S., 2000, Mechanical Engineering, University of
California, Irvine
B.A., 2000, Environmental Analysis and Design,
University of California, Irvine
Certificate, 2000, Fundamentals of Mechanical
Engineering, University of California, Irvine
Licenses/Certifications
Institute of Noise Control Engineering, 2002
2.1.1 Traffic Noise Analysis, California
2.2.1 Air Quality Analysis, California
Professional Affiliations
American Planning Association (APA)
Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP)
Institute of Noise Control Engineering
UCLA Film and Television Archive Preservation Center Initial Study / Mitigated Negative Declaration, Santa Clarita, California. City of
Santa Clarita. Environmental Specialist. Technical Study Manager. Michael Baker completed the preparation of an Initial Study/Mitigated
Negative Declaration for the proposed state-of-the-art archival storage and preservation center in the City of Santa Clarita. The new center will
house the collection of the U C LA Film and Television Archive, which contains over 200,000 original elements and reference copies of film and
television. The project entails seven buildings on the 64.5-acre site totaling approximately 387,000 square feet, consisting of twotheaters, storage
vaults for film and other recordings, offices and education classrooms. U pon completion of construction, the Packard Humanities Institute would
donate the campus and property to UCLA. Key environmental issues included aesthetics, removal of oak trees, biological resources, and
development on secondary ridgelines.
Bouquet Canyon Residential Project and Roadway Realignment EIR. City of Santa Clarita Planning Division. Environmental Specialist
Technical Study Manager. Assisted with the preparation of an EIR for the City of Santa Clarita regarding the Bouquet Canyon Residential Project,
located along the eastern and southern sides of Bouquet Canyon Road between Copper Canyon Drive and Plum Canyon Road. The proposed
project would construct of 45 single-family detached units, 102 bungalows, 132 row homes, 90 homes arranged in motor courts, and 92
townhomes on 57 acres of mostly undeveloped land. The proposed project would also include closing a portion of and constructing a new
alignment of Bouquet Canyon Road.
Canyon Country Community Center, Santa Clarita, California. City of Santa Clanfa. N/A Michael Baker is in the process of preparing the
required documents necessary to obtain CEQA approval for a new community centerand outdoor recreational facilities proposed forthe Canyon
Country community on an approximately 16-acre site. Michael Baker is providing civil design services for plans, specifications, and estimates and
is preparing the required applications and support documentation toobtain permits and approvals from the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers, California
Department of Fish and Wildlife, and California Regional Water Quality Control Board.
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VMT AND TRAFFIC STUDIES
Carla Dietrich
Ms. Dietrich is experienced in traffic engineering and
transportation planning studies. She has servedas a
traffic task manager on various projects including
conceptual engineering studies, corridor studies,
traffic impactstudies, feasibility studies, interchange
justification reports, and traffic analysisin supportof
environmental documents. Ms. Dietrich is
knowledgeable in the areas of traffic signalization,
safety, complete streets, VMT, access management,
bicycle andpedestrian design, and context sensitive solutions. Her technical
expertise includes crash analysis, traffic simulation, capacity analysis
including roundabouts and coordinatedsignal systems, queuing analysis, and
trip generation analysis.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
Percent Availability 65%
1 N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
Years with Michael Baker: 24
Years of Experience:1
Education
B.S., Civil and Environmental Engineering,
Carnegie Mellon University
Licenses and Certifications
Professional Engineer, Pennsylvania, 2004,
PE070655
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer, 2008,
2468
Prado Regional Park Master Plan, Chino, California San Bernardino County. Traffic Task Manager/Engineer. Responsibleforse41g
as the traffic planning task lead. Michael Baker provided planning and engineering services to help develop the visionary master plan for
Prado Regional Park, which covers 2,000 acres and includes emerging technologies and recreational trends. The new concept aims to
create a master -level plan that offers features for locals and visitors from the region. As part of the project team, Michael Baker helped lead
public engagement meetings and meetings with elected officials, map utilities and identify capacity, analyze traffic conditions and
transportation impacts, preparea circulation and parking plan, conduct resource and habitatsurveys, develop a strategyfor environmental
review, and provide cost estimation.
Dockweiler Residential. City of Santa Clarita. Traffic Engineer. Conducted peer review of traffic impact study. Michael Baker reviewed
the traffic impact study to determine if the report had been prepared in conformance with appropriate guidelines for preparation of traffic
impact analysis reports and in accordance with City procedures for implementing the State CEQA guidelines. Michael Baker perfomled
development of 19.4 acres of heavily sloping land containing an inactive oilfield, with 93 for sale, single family detached homes and related
site improvements.
Beverly Boulevard Warehouse Project, Pico Rivera, California. In Site Properties. Traffic Engineer. Responsible for preparation of traffic
operations study and vehicle miles traveled (VMT) technical memorandum associated with proposed warehouse development. Oversaw
traffic volume forecasts using passenger car equivalents, capacity analysis, safety review, VMT screening, and documentation of results.
Proposed project includes approximately 360,000 square feet of warehousing development. Michael Baker is preparing the environmental
documentation, conceptual bridge plans, and facilitating permitting byworking closelyMth City and Agencystaff.
French Hospital Medical Center Expansion Project- San Luis Obispo Transportation On -Call Support, San Luis Obispo, California
Cityof San Luis Obispo. Traffic Engineer. Responsible for preparation of multimodal transportation impact study and vehicle miles traveled
(VMT) technical memorandum for the proposed French Hospital Medical Center expansion. Michael Baker provided traffic operations
analysis services in support of the environmental process for the planned 82-bed wing and parking structure expansion. Analysis considered
vehicular, pedestrian, and bicyclists to determine potential deficiencies and recommended improvements resulting from the development.
VMT evaluation wasexamhed in terms of VMT/Employeeand VMT/Service Population.
Additional CEQATransportation and/or Traffic Impact Studies and Peer Reviews:
• Modesto Crossings VMT Technical Memorandum. Cityof Modesto, CA.
• Cal Water Well and Water Treatment Plant VMT Screening Memorandum. Cityof Long Beach, CA.
• PCH Car Wash VMT Peer Review. Cityof Long Beach, CA.
• Chadwick Ranch Estates VMT Technical Memorandum, Cityof Bradbury, CA.
• Newport Pointe IS/MND VMT Peer Review. Cityof Menifee, CA.
• Griffin Homes Project Peer Review. Cityof Redlands, CA.
• Cathedral City Development Traffic Study. Cityof Cathedral City, CA.
• Citrus Valley Specific Plan Peer Review. Cityof Redlands, CA.
• Foothill Commerce Center Peer Review. Cityof Fontana, CA.
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CULTURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT MANAGER
Margo A. Nayyar
Ms. Nayyar is a senior architectural historian with
cultural management experience in California,
Nevada, Arizona, and Texas. Her experience includes
built environment surveys, evaluation of historic era
resources using guidelines outlined in the National
Register ofHistoric Places and theCalifornia Register
of Historical Resources, and preparation of cultural
resources technical studies pursuant to theCalifornia EnvironmentalQuality
Act (CEQA) and Section 106 of th a Na tion al Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)
including identification studies, finding of effect documents, memorandum
of agreements, programmatic agreements, and Historic American Building
Survey/Historic American Engineering Record/HistoricAmerican Landscape
Survey HABS/HAER/HALSmitigation documentation. She prepares cultural
resources environmental document sections for CEQA environmental
documents including infill checklists, initial studies, and environmental
impact reports (EIR), as well as National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
environmental documents including environmental impact statements and
environmental assessments. She alsospecializes in municipal preservation
planning, historic preservation ordinance updates, Native American
consultation, and provision of Certified Local Government (CLG) training.
Ms. Nayyar meets the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification
Standards for history and architectural history and manages a team of
archaeologists, architectural historians, andpaleontologists.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
Years with Michael Baker: 7
Years of Experience: 12 1 N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
Education
M.A., 2013, Public History, California State University
at Sacramento
B.A., 2006, History, University of California, Santa
Cruz
Orofessional Affiliations
California Council for the Promotion of H istory
California Preservation Foundation
Preservation Sacramento
Sacramento Modem
Sobetyof Architectural Historians (SAH)
Bouquet Canyon Residential and Roadway Realignment Project EIR. Cityof Santa Clarita. Cultural Resources Specialist. In supportofthe
EIR, completed a peer review of an applicant provided cultural resources report and authored the cultural resources chapter of the EIR including
the existing conditions, ethnographic history, historiccontext, South Central Coastal Information Center records search findings, Native American
consultation, and field survey findings, and analyzed impacts to historical resources, archaeological resources, and human remains. Because of
the geoarchaeological sensitivity and known burials within the project area, developed mitigation measures for archaeological and native American
monitoring programs and identification and avoidance of burials during construction to reduce impacts to less than significant. Includes detached
and a varietyof attached types of housing units, along with community infrastructure, recreation, Iandscapingand lighting improvements. Projed
also includes construction of anew segment of Bouquet Canyon Road, as envisioned in the City's Circulation Element.
Canyon Country Community Center, SantaClarita, Calif ornia. Cityof Santa Cladta. Cultural Resources Specialist. Responsible for managing
the completion of the cultural resource's identification efforts required for the project. Authored the cultural resources identification and evaluation
study, which summarized the methods and results of records search, archival research, field survey, and Section 106 and AB 52 Native American
consultation. The project will affect waters of the United States and must meet requirements of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or Section
10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, as well as Section 106 of the N HPA. No cultural resources were identified within the APE, and the undertaking
was determined to have a finding of no historic properties affected.
Sierra West Assisted Living and Memory Care Facility IS/MND, Santa Clarita, California. City of Santa Clarita. Cultural Resouroas
Specialist. Peer reviewed the "Cultural Resources Phase I Assessment for the Sierra West Assisted Living and Memory Care Project" report
The intentof the peer review wasto determineifthe reportwas compliantwith the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and if all cultural
resources identification efforts have been completed, and all information required to complete the impacts analysis as part of the Initial
Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) had been provided. The peer review identified that not all identification efforts had been completed
and that Lyon's Station, California Historical Landmark No. 688, a historic period stagecoach stop had once been located within the project site.
The project site had high historic -period archaeological sensitivity. Developed appropriate mitigation measures associated with identifying and
avoiding the historical resource, as well as mitigation measures for the site's paleontological resource sensitivity.
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CEQA and Environmental Studies
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
Ms. Bogue is a senior projectmanagerand assists in the
; Percent Availability- 65%
preparation of environmental and planning studies for
i I N T E R N A T 10 N A L
T public and private sector clients, with a focus on due
I Years with Michael Baker:17
d►ligenceplanning activities. Ms. Bogue has experience in
I Years of Experience:17
the research analysis, and writing of CEQA/NEPA
Education
documentation fora variety of projects involving mixed-
i
use, hotel/resort, residential, commercial, redevelopment,
, B.A., Environmental Analysis and Design,
infrastructure, and industrial uses. In addition to being a
U niversityof California, Irvine
CEQA/NEPA generalist, shespecializes inthepreparation
I Professional Affiliations
of visual analysis services. Ms. Bogue is involved with Visual Impact
I Association of Environmental Professionals
Assessments in conformance with appropriate agency standards, including
I (AEP), Orange County Chapter Board Member
the Federal Highway Administration "Visual Impact Assessment (VIA) for
'
Highway Projects," United States Bureau of Land Management guidelines, and
California Energy Commission guidelines. Other
visual services Ms. Boguehas preparedinclude photosimulations, shade/shadow studies, viewshedmapping, andlight andglare
studies. As a specialistin these specific environmental topic areas, Ms. Bogue has extensive experience with projects involving
sensitive planning and environmentalissues including aestheticsAightandglare considerations.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Albee Stadium Eureka High School, Eureka, California. Cityof Eureka, Environmental Specialist. Provided visual analysis support
services, including the preparation of a photometric lighting plan. The project involved renovation of the existing Albee Stadium at Eureka
High School. Project renovations activities included new stadium lighting fixtures. Michael Baker staff were tasked with performing a
photometric analysis to understand potential impacts to a surrounding residential community.
SR-133 Laguna Canyon Check Dam. CALTRANS. Project Manager. Provided visual analysis support services, including the selection of
Key Observation Points and assistance in the preparation of photosimulations. The project involved construction of a check dam for water
quality purposes within Caltrans right-of-way. M ichael Baker staff were tasked with performing photosimulations along public right-of-way on
Caltrans facilities.
S.R. 138/Avenue G Interchange, Lancaster, California. City of Lancaster, Califomia. Environmental Specialist. Responsible for Visual
Impact Assessment. Michael Baker provided engineering and environmental services for proposed improvements to the S.R.138/Avenue
G interchange and widening of Avenue G to the east and west of the existing interchange. The City is proposing the improvements in
cooperation with the Califomia Department of Transportation (Caltrans) District 7, Los Angeles County Metropditan Transportation Authorly
(Metro), and Countyof Los Angeles. The project would widen or replace the Avenue G bridge overcrossing; realign all on- and off -ramps;
add roundabouts at northbound andsouthbound ramp terminus intersections; eliminate Ioopon-ramps; and provide phasedAvenueG arterial
improvements, Class II bicycle lanes, and pedestrian facilities. The proposed project would improve bicycle and pedestrian system
connectivity in the project area and would provide for active transportation facilities along Avenue G over S.R.138.
Greenville Plaza Project IS/MND, Livermore, California. Cityof Livermore. Senior Environmental Scientist. Provided visual analysis
support services, including the selection of Key Observation Points, building heightanalysis, and preparation of photosimulations. Michael
Baker provided environmental planning services to evaluate the effects of development of a 4,425-square-foot convenience store and
adjoining 2,800-square-foot fast-food drive -through restaurant in a separate 4,600-square-foot retail building, a 12-pump gas station, an
enclosed automatic carwash, and parking, landscaping, and lighting. Located h Uvermore's Urban Growth Boundary,the project will require
annexation, pre -zoning, and an amendment to the Community Character Element ofthe Livermore General Plan to allow for building heights
to project into the view angle established for the 1-580 Scenic Corridor. For the project, Michael Baker prepared an initial study/mitigated
negative declaration (IS/MND) with a detailed view -angle analysis and photo simulations to illustrate the potential impacts on visual quality
in the Scenic Corridor.
Oceanaire Apartments, Long Beach, California. City of Long Beach. Environmental Specialist. Provided aesthetics/light and glare
analysis support services for the Mitigated Negative Declaration, including the selection of Key Views and assistance in the preparation of
photosimulations. Michael Baker performed a comprehensive traffic impact analysis for the proposed development of the Oceanaire
Apartments.
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ArthurPopp
Via Princessa Park Project
CEQA and Environmental Studies
"ff Mr. Popp is a senior biologist and project manager with
experience in conducting general and focused field
surveys, preparing technical reports and permit
n applications, andcoordinating with clients andregulatory
agencies during the environmental review process. He
fi I routinelymanages oroversees biological resource tasks
NOWA � � across so uthern California and is an experiencedproject
manager with a proven track record of managing diverse staffing scenarios to
deliver projects for both internal and external clients. He has assisted clients
in understanding and complying with regulations that govern impacts to
sensitive biological resources and provided options thatmayavoid orminim¢e
such impacts, permitted the activities that propose impacts, and coordinate
mitigation projects thatsatisfyboth the client and regulatory agencies.
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
Percent Availability 50%
INTERNATIONAL
Years with Michael Baker: <1
Years of Experience 27
Education
M.S., Forestry, Fisheries, and Wildlife, University
of Nebraska
B.S., Biology, Nebraska Wesleyan University
Certifications
California Rapid Assessment Methodology
(CRAM)
Los Angeles County Public Works (Public Works), State Route 126/Commerce Center Drive Interchange Project, Castaic Junction,
Los Angeles County, CA. Project Manager for protocol biological resource surveys, pre -construction surveys, Workers Environmental
Awareness Program training, and environmental compliance monitoring during two plus years of project construction. Conducted protocol
surveys for burrowing owl and silvery legless lizard and managed protocol field surveysfor arroyotoad, coastal California gnatcatcher, and least
Bell's vireo. Prepared and submdedsurvey reports in complbnceMth environmental permits. Conducted and led team of biological monitors,
maintained regular communication with CDFW during project construction, and provided technical support to Public Works as needed during
project implementation.
Pu blic Works, The Old Road Over Santa C lara River and SPT Co. Bridge, Los Angeles County, CA. As senior biologist, conducted general
field surveys and managed preparation of a Natural Environment Study, Biological Assessment, Rare Plant Report, Tree Inventory Report, and
Bat Survey Report prepared in support of an Environmental Impact Repori/EWronmental Assessment. Directed field surveys for rare plants,
least Bell's vireo, southwestern willow flycatcher, and bats. Provided technical support to Pudl cWorksduring projectde§gn to6nimize impacts
to the Santa Clara River.
Public Works, LittleTujunga Canyon Roadat Mile Marker 16.30, LosAngeles County, CA.As Project Manager, directed teamof biologists
to complete pre -construction surveys for rare plants and special -status wildlife and nesting birds, and managed preparation of survey reports for
submittal to Public Works. During construction, led biological compliance monitoring efforts and preparation of monitoring reports, and
coordinated construction monitoring with Public Works construction crew.
Public Works, Bouquet Canyon Creek Restoration Project, Los Angeles County, CA. Project Manager for preparation of an Initial
Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (ISMND) for a stream restoration project in the Angeles National Forest. Led field surveys to document
biological resources and participated in jurisdictional delineation and California Rapid Assessment Method (CRAM) field surveys. Prepared
biological technical report and Iedteamoftechnical specialists topreparea Draft ISMND for the project. Also assisted in the preparation ofClean
Water Act Section 404 and 401 permit applications and preparation of a CDFW Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement for the project.
Attended numerous stakeholder meetings and provided technical support to Public Works during environmental review.
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), LA Groundwater Replenishment Project, LosAngeles, CA. As Senior Bblogst,
conducted field surveys and prepared a Biological Resources Technical Reportin supportof an Environmental Impact Report. Proposed project
includes construction of a watertreatment plantin the Sepulveda Basin and recycled water conveyance pipelines and infiltration basins in the
San FernandoValley.
LADWP, Fairmont Sedimentation Plant, Los Angeles County, CA. As Senior Biologist, conducted a field survey, prepared a Biological
Resources Technical Reportand PreliMnaryJurisdictional Delineation andthe Biological Resourcessection ofa Mitigated Negative Declaration
prepared in compliance with CEQAforconstruction ofa sedimentation plant nearthe community of Fairmont in Las Angeles County. Coordinated
with LADWP to minimize impacts to biological resources during project design and provided technical support during environmental review
process.
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Via Princessa Park Project
CEQA and Environmental Studies
RESTORATION BIOLOGIST
Anisha Malik
Ms. Malik leads the ecosystem restoration and
mitigation services team, with experience in a wide
variety of compensatory mitigation projects required for
jurisdictional impacts for waters and wetlands and their
associated habitats. She identifies mitigation site
opportunities and designs site plans that will provide
beneficial results forstakeholders involved as well asthe
local watershed. Additionally, she is responsible for baseline studies,
including conducting jurisdictional delineations, vegetation mapping, and
California Rapid Assessment Method(CRAM) analysis at project sites.
She is directly involved with the implementation of her projects and
collaboration with contractors, as the first stages are key to establishing a
successfulsite Ms. Malik conducts qualitative and quantitative monitoring at
sites, with some activities involving water and soil sampling, tree height
measuring, and invasive species prevention (e.g. ISHB). With the data
collected, she provides adaptive management for the projects and prepares
annual reports to submitto stateand federal regulatory agencies.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
City of Santa Clarita, Bouquet Canyon. Ms. Malikserved as restoration ecologd
and researched local habitat within Santa Clarita to determine fuel load
characteristics that would influence the project. Michael Baker was responsible for
master plan for development of 366 for -sale homes in 5 neighborhoods in a total
development area of 84 acres. Includes detached and a variety of attached types of
housing units, along with community infrastructure, recreation, landscaping and
lighting improvements. Project also includes construction of a new segment of
Bouquet Canyon Road, as envisioned in the City's Circulation Element.
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
Percent Availability: 35%
Years with Michael Baker: 8 I N T E R N A T I O N A L
Years of Experience: 9
Education
MNRS (Candidate), Ecological Restoration,
Colorado State U niversity
B.S., 2012, Chemistry, Santa Clara University
Professional Affiliations
Ecological Society of America (ESA); currently the
chair for the Ecological Restoration Section
Sodetyfor Ecological Restoration (SER)
CRAM for Riverhe Wetlands -Certified Practitioner,
California, 2016
Wetland Delineator Certification Program,
California, 2016
SITES Accredited Professional, 2017, 00001261-
SITES
Developing Wetland Water Budgets, Swamp
School LLC, 2017
Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner, 2017,
Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, Foothill Feeder Pipeline. Ms. Malik serves I #0123
as Project Manager for preparation of aStreambedAlterationAgreementsubmittal
package and coordination with the Califomia Department of Fish and Wildlife. The permitthgeffortwas expedited and additional emergency
permit was acquired for the client.
Mesa Water District,OC-44Pipeline Rehabilitation/Replacement Project. Ms. Malikserved as the lead restoration ecologist for the OC-
44 Pipeline project, responsible for acquiring regulatory permits as well as negotiations and implementation of the compensatorymitigaton
tied to the project. Michael Baker provided engineering and environmental services to the Mesa Water District for the
rehabilitation/replacen-entevaluation and cathodic protection study for the OC44 Pipeline. Prior to construction, Michael Baker prepared an
Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration to identify potential environmental impacts and establish mitigation measures. During
construction, Michael Baker staff provided oversight to ensure permit compliance throughout project activities and directed the Restoration
Contractor during the implementation of the mitigation on site.
Riverside County Transportation Department, Integrated Mitigation Plan. Ms. Malik is currently serving as Project Manager and lead
restoration ecologist for the implementation and 5-yearmoNtorhg program for the project. The project is comprised of mitigation for impacts
associated with multiple road improvement projects within the area. Michael Baker prepared a geometricdesign plan illustrating the creek
layout, grading, alignments, and stabilization facilities. Once the habitat designs were finalized, Michael Baker landscape architects prepared
plans for the quantities and placement of native species within each vegetative community. Prior to the start of construction, Michael Baker
Biologists conducted surveysto document the existing conditions of the site and identify and biological constraintswith local wildlife using
the site for foraging or habitat. Additionally, the California Rapid Assessment Method(CRAM)was conducted in order to establish baseline
conditions of the existing drainage. By doing so, the site can be assessed post implementation to determine where areas of improvement
have occurred. The project is currently in Year 1 of the mitigation monitoring program, and Michael Baker restoration ecologists are actively
involved to maintain compliance with permit requirements and the local MSHCP.
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Amir Morales
Principal Regulatory Specialist
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Summary of Qualifications
Mr. Morales has 21 years of experience consulting on issues
Education
pertaining to hydrology, environmental science, and regulatory
Bachelor of Science,
permitting throughout southern California. He specializes in
Hydrological Sciences,
arid/wetland delineations, jurisdictional resource assessments,
Minor Geographic
Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting for the U.S. Army Corps of
Information Systems,
Engineers (USACE), Clean Water Section 401 permitting for the
University California,
Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), and California Fish
Santa Barbara,
ra, 2001
and Game Code Section 1602 permitting for California Department of Fish and Wildlife
(CDFW); regulatory permitting and compliance; and compensatory mitigation
development. He has completed over 300 jurisdictional delineations (JDs) during his
tenure as a consultant and has extensive experience with a range of services including
due diligence, regulatory strategy/planning, habitat conservation plan compliance, storm
water quality assistance, streambed mitigation development/implementation, biological
planning and management, conservation easement negotiations/support, and California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) peer review. Mr. Morales has also trained others in
field methods; delineations; Geographic Information Systems (GIS); compliance with
USACE and CDFW regulatory guidelines; and coordination of the regulatory permitting
process.
Selected Project Experience
Storm Drain Outfall Maintenance & Flood Control Dedication at Park Sierra, River
Park, and River Ranch. Principal Regulatory Specialist for regulatory permitting of
maintenance for outfall structures along the southern banks of the Santa Clara River
associated with three existing apartment developments, approximately 0.5 miles
upstream of the Via Princessa Park project. Led the jurisdictional wetlands delineation,
managed biological reports and surveys, and negotiated regulatory permits and
compensatory mitigation on behalf of the Los Angeles County Flood Control District
(LACFCD) in support of County dedication of all outfall facilities from the apartment
projects. Work performed as a subconsultant to G.H. Palmer Associates working with
LACFCD as the permittee.
Registrations/
Certifications
CRAM, Qualified
California Rapid
Assessment Method,
Practitioner, Wetlands,
2013
CRAM, Qualified
California Rapid
Assessment Method
Practitioner, Estuarine,
2014
Professional
Affiliations
Association of State
Wetland Managers
Bouquet Canyon Road Project. Principal Regulatory Specialist leading development of strategic
biological and regulatory approach for this 54-acre residential development in the City of Santa Clarita,
Los Angeles County. Managed biological assessments and prepared due diligence documentation that
identified biological constraints and recommended solutions prior to the clients' acquisition of the project
site. Coordinated biological and cultural surveys and biological staff to prepare biological technical report
and regulatory permit application processing for the project. Developed on and off -site mitigation
approaches for proposed jurisdictional streambed and oak tree impacts working with HELIX's
construction division and local mitigation banks, respectively. Oversaw preparation of oak tree,
streambed, and lily mitigation plans. Provided environmental peer review services for preparation of the
project EIR. Currently providing permit compliance and construction preparation services. Work
performed for Integral Communities with the City of Santa Clarita as the lead agency.
Amir Morales
Principal Regulatory Specialist
Sierra Crossings. Biology Group Manager and Principal Regulatory Specialist managing biological
assessments, sensitive species surveys, and wetlands delineation for a proposed commercial business
park project located in the City of Santa Clarita. Provided project design support for resource avoidance
techniques for jurisdictional waters and oak trees and developed strategy to entitle and construct the
project without the need for regulatory permits. Work performed for Integral Communities with the City of
Santa Clarita as the lead planning agency.
City of Lake Forest Lake Forest Sports Park Project. Principal Biologist/Regulatory Specialist
conducting an updated jurisdictional delineation within the project site and adjacent parcel for a sports
park project in the City of Lake Forest in Orange County. Coordinated with the regulatory agencies to
verify updated delineation and rule out need for additional permitting and mitigation. Conducted CRAM
baseline assessments for the proposed impact area and the proposed mitigation areas. Conducted
CRAM Year 3 monitoring and prepared summary report for inclusion into the annual monitoring report.
City of Los Angeles Peck Park. Biologist/Regulatory Specialist performing a jurisdictional delineation,
managing biological services, and working with the City of Los Angeles and the project engineer to
develop a mitigation approach and support preparation of emergency permits to address streambed
erosion designed to protect trails within Peck Park located within the City of San Pedro.
City of Malibu Civic Center Wastewater Treatment Facility. Principal Biologist/Regulatory Specialist leading
a general biological assessment, sensitive plant survey, and a jurisdictional delineation on the proposed
project area for a wastewater treatment facility in the City of Malibu. Prepared a jurisdictional delineation report
per the request of USACE. Prepared a preliminary jurisdictional delineation approved by USACE and used by
the project engineer to design full project avoidance of all jurisdictional resources.
Pasadena Water & Power Arroyo Seco Water Recycling Project. Principal Biologist/Regulatory Specialist
conducting a wetland delineation within the upper Arroyo Seco in the City of Pasadena. Worked with resource
agencies and the City of Pasadena to develop a functional assessment -based approach to watershed monitoring
to address resource agency concerns with the periodic diversion of upstream water proposed by the project.
Managed biological surveys and preparation of revised biological technical reports for both project -specific and
programmatic project components under CEQA. Assisted with regulatory strategy and documentation.
Borba 1 Industrial Project Biological Support Project Manager leading strategic biological and
regulatory efforts for an approximately 60-acre commercial development located in the City of Ontario in
San Bernardino County that required construction of bridge and storm drain improvements. Included
several phases of regulatory entitlement including geotechnical activities and construction of a water line
beneath a flood control channel within a USACE public works facility. Also includes preparation and
ongoing processing support for three (3) USACE Section 408 permits for minor modifications to USACE
public works facility for each phase of the project. Managed construction monitoring and provided
regulatory permit compliance surveys through the completion of the project. Work was conducted as a
subcontractor to The WestLAND Group with the City of Ontario as the lead agency.
Diaz Road Expansion, PW17-25. Principal Regulatory Specialist supporting the preparation of biological
technical study for an IS/MND for road/trail improvements to a 2.2-mile segment of Diaz Road adjacent to
Murrieta Creek between Rancho California Road and Cherry Street in the City of Temecula, Riverside
County. Led preparation of regulatory permits currently in process. Tasks included managing field
surveys and habitat assessments, oversight of preparation of the biological technical study and MSHCP
documents, preparation/negotiation of regulatory permit applications, and strategic regulatory planning
with the City of Temecula. Work performed for David Evans and Associates, with the City of Temecula as
the lead agency.
Ezekiel Cooley
Senior Biology Project Manager
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Environmental Planning
Summary of Qualification-,
Mr. Cooley is a regulatory specialist and biologist with 14 years of
hands-on experience. He prepares regulatory permitting packages,
compliance packages, and works closely with regulatory agencies and
clients throughout the process. He has performed biological field work
involving wildlife and habitat evaluations, avian and invertebrate
trapping, jurisdictional delineations, habitat management plans,
construction/mitigation monitoring, and map creation. Mr. Cooley has
specialized experience with floral and faunal surveys adhering to the standards of
California Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services (USFWS), and the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). He also performs Geographic Information
Systems (GIS) impact analyses, cartographic production, Global Positioning System
(GPS) data collection, and data input and manipulation to map project -related sensitive
plants and animals, and vegetation communities.
Selected Project Experienc
Storm Drain Outfall Maintenance & Flood Control Dedication at Park Sierra, River
Park, and River Ranch. Biologist/Regulatory Specialist and GIS Technician for the
Education
Bachelor of Science,
Natural Resources,
emphasis in Wildlife,
Central Michigan
University, 2004
Registrations/
Certifications
CRAM, Qualified
California Rapid
Assessment Method,
Practitioner
California Department
of Fish and Wildlife,
Plant Voucher
storm drain outfall maintenance project. Performed a jurisdictional delineation, general Collecting Permit
biological survey, and GIS activities. Prepared a biological letter report that was used to (2081 (a)-1 9-001 -V)
support regulatory permit applications and assisted with permit processing. Work
performed as a subconsultant to G.H. Palmer Associates, with the City of Santa Clarita
as the lead agency.
Bouquet Canyon Road Project. Assistant Project Manager, Field Manager, and Biologist for the 78-acre
Bouquet Canyon Road project in the City of Santa Clarita. Conducted protocol burrowing owl surveys, a
general biological survey, rare plant surveys, a jurisdictional delineation, and performed GIS tasks.
Provided regulatory permit compliance support and led on -site streambed mitigation design.
Sierra Crossings. Senior Project Manager leading field assessments, surveys, and resource mapping,
including oversight of tree surveys and appraisal report for a proposed commercial development in the
City of Santa Clarita. Provided support on resource avoidance and regulatory strategy. Led preparation of
a Biological Constraints Report. Work performed for Integral Communities with the City of Santa Clarita
as the lead agency.
Elsinore Valley MWD Lee Lake Dam Upgrades. Lead Biologist conducting a jurisdictional delineation
and performing general biological surveys, focused burrowing owl surveys, protocol least Bell's vireo
surveys, permitting assistance, and lead biologist managing construction monitoring efforts. Work
performed as a subconsultant to AECOM, with Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District as lead agency.
Lake Forest Sports Park Project. Biologist conducting general biological assessment, sensitive plant
surveys, and an updated jurisdictional delineation for a sports park project site and the adjacent parcel
located in the City of Lake Forest in Orange County. Coordinated with regulatory agencies to verify
updated delineation and rule out the need for additional permitting and mitigation. Monitored the removal
Ezekiel Cooley
Senior Biology Project Manager
of vegetation, assisted with the flushing of birds from suitable California gnatcatcher habitat prior to
removal, and monitored the salvage of cactus for use in a cactus wren restoration area. Monitored the
installation of the mitigation area and ensured compliance with permits and best management practices
(BMPs). Conducted CRAM baseline assessments for the proposed impact area and the proposed
mitigation areas. Conducted CRAM Year 3 monitoring and prepared summary report for inclusion into the
annual monitoring report. Work performed for the City of Lake Forest.
Los Trancos Creek Maintenance Project. Project Manager/ Biologist/Regulatory Specialist/GIS
Technician for a creek maintenance project in the City of Newport Beach, Orange County. Performed a
jurisdictional delineation, general biological survey, protocol least Bell's vireo surveys, preparation of a
CEQA-level biological report, permitting assistance, project management, and GIS activities to support
permitting. Work performed as a subconsultant to Fuscoe Engineering, with California Department of
Parks and Recreation as the lead agency.
Orange County Public Works Biological & Regulatory Services On -Call Services, Orange County.
Senior Field Biologist for on -call consulting to Orange County Public Works. Conducted surveys,
mitigation monitoring, and report writing to the Atwood Channel Maintenance, San Diego Creek
Maintenance, Lower Santa Ana River Maintenance, Mason Park, Newland Channel Maintenance,
Trabuco Creek Road Emergency Repairs, Modjeska-Marukson Canyon, and Mason Park Restoration
projects. Also provided monitoring and surveys for the Santa Ana River Interceptor (SARI) Line Project.
City of Malibu, Civic Center Wastewater Treatment Facility. Biologist performing a general biological
assessment, sensitive plant survey, and a jurisdictional delineation for a wastewater treatment facility
project in the City of Malibu in Los Angeles County. Prepared a preliminary jurisdictional delineation to be
submitted to USACE in support of project avoidance of all jurisdictional resources.
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Palos Verde Reservoir Temporary
Groundwater Dispersion System. Biologist/Regulatory Specialist and GIS Specialist for the
approximately three -acre Temporary Groundwater Dispersion Project within the City of Rolling Hills
Estates in Los Angeles County. Performed a jurisdictional delineation and a general biological
assessment on the study area. Prepared a biological constraints memorandum.
Orange County Public Works, Mason Park Mitigation Project. Conducted a jurisdictional delineation
and baseline biological assessment of potential mitigation areas within Mason Park in Orange County.
Vegetation Mapping for Veeh Basin (2019 - 2021). Biologist/Regulatory Specialist and GIS Technician
for the Veeh Basin project in the City of Laguna Hills, Orange County. Performed a jurisdictional
delineation, general biological survey, mitigation design assistance, project management, and GIS
activities. Work performed for the Orange County Department of Public Works.
Aliso Creek Canyon Restoration Project (2019 - 2021). Biologist/Regulatory Specialist and GIS
Technician for the Aliso Creek Canyon restoration project in the City of Irvine, Orange County. Performed
a jurisdictional delineation, general biological survey, project management, and GIS activities. Prepared a
CEQA-level biological technical report and provided regulatory support. Work performed for the Orange
County Department of Public Works.
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Lauren Singleton
Biology Project Manager
Summary of Qualifications
HELIX
Environmental Planning
Ms. Singleton is a biologist with 11 years of experience. She has
performed biological field work throughout Los Angeles, Orange,
Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties involving habitat assessments,
vegetation mapping, tree surveys, construction/ mitigation monitoring,
wetland delineations, jurisdictional delineations, and California Rapid
Assessment Methods (CRAM). She is skilled in identification of local flora
and fauna and has conducted focused surveys for rare plants, burrowing
owl, and least Bell's vireo. She is permitted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to
independently conduct surveys for federally listed coastal California gnatcatcher. Ms.
Singleton also has adept expertise with invertebrate pests, such as the goldspotted oak
borer and polyphagous shot hole borer. She has additional specialized experience in
stream ecology and is trained in conducting bioassessment following the Surface Water
Ambient Monitoring Program protocol. Ms. Singleton has authored a variety of technical
documents, including Biological Constraints Analyses, Biological Technical Reports, and
Habitat Mitigation and Monitoring Reports. She has also prepared technical documents for
project compliance with the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat
Conservation Plan (MSHCP), including MSHCP Consistency Reports, General Biological
Resource Assessments, and Determination of Biological Equivalent or Superior
Preservation. Ms. Singleton also assists with preparing regulatory permitting packages
Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Clean Water
Section 401 permitting for the Regional Water Quality Control Board, and California Fish
and Game Code Section 1602 permitting for California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Seectea Project Experience
Education
Master of Science,
Biology, California
State University,
Long Beach, 2014
Bachelor of Science,
Biology/Ecology
Minor, Chemistry,
California State
University, Long
Beach, 2010
Registrations/
Certifications
CRAM, Qualified
California Rapid
Assessment Method,
Practitioner
Professional
Affiliations
Sea and Sage
Audubon Society
McBean Parkway and Newhall Ranch Road Bridge Environmental Mitigation. Biology project manager
overseeing invasive giant reed (Arundo donax) and tamarisk (Tamarix spp.) removal from the Santa Clara River
in the City of Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County. Prepared Worker Environmental Awareness Program training
materials and monitoring data forms. Performed initial pre -work survey for sensitive species within the project
work area. Oversaw biological monitors, reviewed monitoring data forms, and provided as -needed
recommendations during removal activities. Coordinated with the City regarding biological monitoring. Work
performed for the City of Santa Clarita.
Bouquet Canyon Road Project. Biologist for a proposed residential development project in the City of Santa
Clarita, Los Angeles County. Conducted focused surveys for special -status plants, burrowing owls, slender
Mariposa lilies, and coastal California gnatcatcher. Worked directly with local fisheries experts on findings and
determinations for unarmored three -spine stickleback. Prepared focused survey reports and prepared the
Biological Technical Report for the project Environmental Impact Report. Work performed under Integral
Communities with the City of Santa Clarita as the lead agency.
Sierra Crossings. Biologist for a proposed commercial business park in the City of Santa Clarita. Managed
biological resources mapping and suitable habitat assessments for sensitive species surveys including rare
Lauren Singleton
Biology Project Manager
plants, coastal California gnatcatcher, least Bell's vireo, and unarmored three -spine stickleback. Authored the
Biological Constraints Report for the project with Integral Communities as the client and the City of Santa Clarita
as the planning agency
East Parcel Restoration Habitat Mitigation - Biological Consulting. Lead Biologist during mitigation
implementation for the Mt. San Antonio College's East Parel Restoration Project in the City of Walnut. Monitored
planting activities during Venturan coastal sage scrub installation as mitigation for impacts to occupied CAGN
habitat. Monitoring activities included verifying project limits, identifying non-native species for removal, reviewing
plant and seed purchase orders, and inspecting plant material. Conducted monthly maintenance monitoring.
Prepared a post -installation report that documented all monitoring activities and as -built conditions of the
mitigation site. Coordinated with maintenance contractor regarding recommended action items. Work performed
for Mt. San Antonio College.
Chino Hills Peyton Drive Phase 3 and English Channel/Creek Habitat Mitigation Monitoring. Lead Biologist
conducting wetland and riparian restoration monitoring for the Chino Hills' Peyton Drive Phase 3 Project in the
City of Chino Hills, San Bernardino County. Conducted monthly maintenance monitoring and Years 1 and 2
technical annual assessments. Coordinated with maintenance contractor regarding recommended action items.
Attended monthly meetings with the City and maintenance contractor to discuss restoration progress and identify
any concerns. Work performed for the City of Chino Hills.
Borba 1 Industrial Project Biological Support. Biologist for a proposed industrial development project and
associated infrastructure improvements in the City of Ontario. Conducted vegetation mapping and jurisdictional
assessment and prepared a biological constraints analysis report. Assisted in in preparation and submittal of
401/404/408/1602 permit application packages. Work performed under WestLAND Group, with City of Ontario as
the lead agency.
Palos Verdes Peninsula Water Reliability Project. Biologist for the California Water Service's water pipeline
replacement project in the City of Rolling Hills Estates, Los Angeles County. Conducted focused surveys for
special -status plants and burrowing owl and assisted with the jurisdictional delineation. Prepared the jurisdictional
delineation report and CEQA-level biotechnical report.
Pasadena Non -Potable Water Project. Biologist for the City of Pasadena's proposed non -potable water
distribution system to deliver recycled water, including surface water collected from the Arroyo Seco, in the City of
Pasadena. Conducted a baseline CRAM assessment within the riparian corridor associated with the Lower Arroyo
Seco. The baseline results will be used to monitor the riparian vegetation and determine whether there are any
adverse effects to the riparian community in response to surface water collection.
What's Killing our Trees Presentation. A presentation on the life history, host signs and symptoms, and current
management options for goldspotted oak borer (GSOB) and polyphagous shot hole borer (PSHB). The one -hour
presentation was given at Caspers Park Foundation in the City of San Juan Capistrano, Orange County for
foundation members and the general public; at Inside the Outdoors in the Community of Silverado, Orange
County for employees; and at The Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo in the City of San Juan Capistrano, Orange
County for employees and the general public. A question and answer session followed each presentation.
HELIX
Environmental Planning
AU BASTANI, PHD, PE, GE, F. ASCE
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
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PROFESSION
SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Geotechnical Engineer
Dr. Bastam, an adjunct faculty at Cal Poly Pomona, has more
Civil Engineer
than 25 years of diversified experience in geotechnical,
earthquake, and environmental engineering. His experience
REGISTRATIONS
covers all aspects of the consulting engineer's profession
Registered Civil Engineer —
including a comprehensive knowledge and applied use of
State of California
conceptual, physical, and numerical modeling for geotechnical
Registered Geotechnical
and environmental engineering solutions.
Engineer - State of California
Dr. Bastam's professional experience entails performance,
EDUCATION
management and providing practical solutions for variety of
Ph.D., Civil and Environmental
projects including: (1) Geotechnical investigation and
Engineering, University of
monitoring for foundation design of bridges, water reservoirs,
California, Davis
pipelines, power plants, commercial and industrial facilities,
M.S., Civil and Environmental
and landfills; (2) Seismic ground motion studies, site response
Engineering, University of
analysis, liquefaction analysis, determination of seismic
California, Davis
induced deformations, and seismic retrofit evaluations;
B.S., Civil Engineering, Polytechnic
(3) Deep-seated and shallow landslide investigation, analysis,
of Tehran
and mitigation; (4) Design of shoring and stabilization systems
including tie back and soil nail retaining structures
PROFESSIONAL
(5) Groundwater flow and contaminant transport evaluation and
AFFILIATIONS
modeling; and (6) Seismic hazard evaluation, probabilistic and
ASCE OC Geo Institute Chair
deterministic, for various seismic zones around the United
EERI
States and abroad.
Consortium of Organizations for
Strong -Motion Observation
BENEFIT TO PROJECT
Systems (COSMOS)
Dr. Bastani is a veteran managing large projects with complex
EERI Reconnaissance Team
technical and scheduling constraints. He will be 100% engaged
Member for Bam, Iran,
in creating economical and feasible engineering solutions to
Earthquake of December 26,
address GMU field investigation, geotechnical analyses, and
2003
report. His technical expertise and extensive experience with
Pacific Earthquake Engineering
the pipeline design and construction will help in for seeing
Research Center (PEER)
potential constructability issues and reducing the mitigation
Reconnaissance Team Member
cost, and shortening construction schedule.
for Nisqually Earthquake of
February 28, 2001
All has been involved in many major high profile projects
Network for Earthquake Engineering
such as seismic retrofitting of San Diego -Coronado Bay
Simulation (NEES)
Bridge, review of cover system design for Operating
Seismological Society of
Industries Inc. Landfill, Fluor Daniel Corporation headquarter
America (SSA)
buildings, 10 MG Nohl Canyon and 7 MG Sand Canyon
Orange County Water Association
Reservoirs, Orange County's Regional Fire Operation and
(OCWA)
Training Center, Los Angeles and Rancho Santiago
Community Colleges, Hoag Hospital, Malburg 134 MW and
Otay Mesa 570 MW Generating Stations, City of Los Angeles
Bridge program, Los Angeles Department of Water and
Power (LADWP) on -call contract, and Christchurch
Earthquake in New Zealand.
23241 Arroyo Vista, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 1 ph: 949.888.6513 1 fax: 949.888.1380 1 web: www.gmugeo.com
S. Ali Bastani
SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
■ Sierra Highway Grade Separation, Santa Clarita, CA. Project Manager in charge of the
geotechnical investigation for Sierra Highway overcrossing Metrolink railroad in city of Santa
Clarita. Foundation report was provided based on Caltrans requirements.
■ Sand Canyon Reservoir, Pipeline, and Pump Station, Santa Clarita, CA. Project
Manager/Engineer in charge of providing geotechnical-design recommendations for grading a pad for
a seven million -gallon concrete reservoir, five miles of 48- to 60-inch diameter pipeline along Santa
Clara River, and a pump station. Liquefaction and earthquake -induced settlements and mitigation
measures including soil mitigation measures such as stone columns below the proposed pipeline were
evaluated.
■ Simi Arroyo Bridge Widening, Moorpark, CA. Project Manager/Engineer for field investigation,
liquefaction analysis, and evaluation of pile capacities, per Caltrans specifications. Liquefaction and
potential earthquake -induced settlements were mitigated by deep foundation systems.
■ Maywood Park Aquatic Center, Maywood, CA. Geotechnical Engineer of Record for providing
recommendations for earthwork, foundation design, site -specific seismic design criteria, liquefaction
analysis and pavement design for the proposed Aquatic Center, as a part of the improvements to the
existing Maywood City Park, located at 4801 East 58th Street in the City of Maywood, Los Angeles
County, California. The project comprised an area of approximately 6.5 acres and includes a
gymnasium, weight room, volleyball courts, social hall, play equipment area, softball field, baseball
field, and game room. Second stage of the project included CQA during construction.
■ Santa Ana Delhi Channel, Newport Beach, CA. Project Manager in charge of providing
geotechnical design recommendations for 35% design for the proposed channel modifications
downstream of Mesa Drive (STA 39+90) to Upper Newport Bay (STA 5+52) in the City of Newport
Beach, California. Our investigations included 12 cone penetration tests and review of available
geotechnical borings. The analyses included sheet pile wall design recommendations for increasing
the channel capacity and mitigating the channel banks erosion and providing geotechnical
recommendations in support of a Type Selection Report for the proposed pedestrian bridge
replacements.
■ Sunset Channel, Huntington Beach, CA. Project Manager in charge of providing geotechnical
design recommendations for channel slope repairs from Heil Avenue to Edinger Avenue in
Huntingtin Beach, California. Our investigations included eight borings. A reinforced earth option
was evaluated for stabilizing the channel slopes against erosion.
■ Los Patrones Parkway, Rancho Mission Viejo, CA. Project Geotechnical Engineer of Record for
Los Patrones parkway extending from Oso Parkway to Cow Camp Road, approximately 5 miles. The
road included maximum fill depth of 120 feet, cut depth of 110 feet, 140 feet high cut slope, and 150
feet high fill slope.
■ Rancho Mission Viejo Bridges, CA. Geotechnical engineer of record for the following bridges per
Caltrans standard and under jurisdiction of County of Orange:
■ South Chiquita Bridge;
■ Chiquita Canyon Drive Overcrossing Los Patrones Parkway
■ Cow Camp Road Phase II, Gobernadora, Bridge (1,3401ft long & 79 ft high)
■ San Juan Creek Overcrossing
■ K Street Bridge (potentially the tallest bridge in Orange County)
■ Greenville -Banning Channel (D03) Rehabilitation, Santa Ana, CA. Project Manager in charge of
providing geotechnical design recommendations for channel slope repairs from Centennial Road to
West Segerstrom Avenue in Santa Ana, California. Our investigations included ten hollow -stem -
auger borings and vertical and horizontal hand auger borings at seven locations to evaluate the
existing slope conditions. A reinforced earth option was evaluated for stabilizing the channel slopes
against erosion.
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Via Princessa Park Project
CEQA and Environmental Studies
Proposal # CIP-22-23-10
1.2 Cost File
As required in the City's RFP, this section includes the costs for all tasks and subtasks described in the plan of study. The fee table below
provides this proposal's total costs and billing rates for staff time and materials.As required in the City's RFP, and as included in our proposed
scope of services provided in Section 1.1.3 of the Response File, the proposed cost of this scope of work includes a kick-off meeting,scoping
meeting, and other community meetings and staff meetings during the process. Further, the cost identified in the table below includes time
for the consultant to assist with the preparation of presentations and attendance at up to four Planning Commission and City Council
meetings.
As required inthe City's Requestfor Proposals, this proposal is a firm offerfora 120-dayperiod, and workwill be performed atthe "not -to -
exceed" price shown in the following table.
September 2022
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