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Agenda Item: 8
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL: Li
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DATE: August 26, 2025
SUBJECT: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH JACOB GREEN
AND ASSOCIATES TO UPDATE THE LOCAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN
DEPARTMENT: City Manager's Office
PRESENTER: Masis Hagobian
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
1. Award a contract to Jacob Green and Associates to update the Local Hazard Mitigation
Plan for a total contract amount not to exceed $84,900.
2. Appropriate one-time funds in the amount of $84,900 from the General Fund (Fund 100) to
Expenditure Account 1001105-516102 and increase the General Fund (Fund 100) FEMA
Grant Revenue Account 100-445101 by $63,675.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
BACKGROUND
A Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) identifies hazards within a municipality's jurisdictional
area and outlines a long-term strategy to reduce or eliminate risk to human life, property, and
public infrastructure from future natural or human -caused disasters. To ensure the plan is
relevant and effective, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requires the plan to
be updated every five years. The City of Santa Clarita's (City) current LHMP is due to expire in
November 2026.
The City conducted a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit proposals from qualified consulting
firms to update the City's LHMP, in accordance with federal regulations and to ensure continued
eligibility for federal mitigation and recovery funding. As the LHMP update process typically
includes multiple assessments, extensive public outreach, and stakeholder engagement, the
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process in updating a LHMP must be initiated well in advance to allow adequate time for plan
development, public engagement, interagency coordination, and California Office of Emergency
Services (CalOES) and FEMA review and approval.
The RFP was published and circulated via the City's e-procurement system, BidNet, on
December 12, 2024. The City transmitted the solicitation to 1,884 vendors on BidNet, of which
63 vendors downloaded the RFP. Eight companies submitted proposals for consideration.
These proposals were reviewed and evaluated based on each company's ability to meet the
specific needs of the City. An evaluation panel comprised of City staff from the City Manager's
Office, Planning division, and Special Districts division scored the responses using the following
categories of weighted criteria:
• Contractor Qualifications, Plan of Study/Scope of Work, Program Management (25%);
• Experience on similar projects (25%);
• Thoroughness of proposal, approach to providing sound services, and ability to provide
services to meet objectives and standards (35%); and
• Cost of services provided (15%).
The evaluation team scored the responses based on a 100-point system and the vendors with the
top three scores were invited for interviews with the evaluation team. The evaluation team scored
the interviews based on a 25-point system, with the results added to their original scores,
outlined below:
Rank Company
1 Jacob Green and Associates
2 Witt O'Brien's LLC
3 IEM International, Inc.
Location Score
Tustin, California 117
Houston, Texas 113
Raleigh, North Carolina 112
Following the interviews, the evaluation panel recommends Jacob Green and Associates (JGA)
to update the City's LHMP. JGA demonstrated extensive knowledge for local and regional
hazards. Additionally, the firm has robust experience in updating and obtaining federal
certification of LHMPs for other Southern California municipalities. The JGA team consists of
professionals from local government, public safety, and emergency operations sectors, with
significant experience working with CalOES and FEMA. JGA has recently completed hazard
mitigation plans for the cities of West Hollywood, Rialto, Lake Forest, and Montebello.
Although the three proposals were comparable in total proposed costs, JGA offered the lowest
cost among the top three proposals.
Partial funding for the project is being provided through FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Grant
Program (HMGP) under Disaster DR-4683: California Severe Winter Storms, Flooding,
Landslides, and Mudslides, which reimburses 75 percent of eligible costs and requires a 25
percent local match. JGA's proposal includes a total project cost of $84,900. Funding from the
FEMA grant will cover 75 percent of the total project cost or $63,675. The remaining total
project cost of $21,225 will be funded by the City's General Fund.
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ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action, as directed by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
Upon approval of the recommended actions, adequate funds will be available in expenditure
accounts 1001105-516102 to support the recommended contract and project administrative
costs, and will increase FEMA Grant Revenue Account (100-445101) by $63,675.
ATTACHMENTS
JGA Propsal
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & ACCEPTANCE OF SCOPE OF WORK
PROPOSAL # CMO-24-25-15
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Consultant
City of Santa Clarito, California
By providing the three (3) required signatures below, the Contractor acknowledges full understanding,
complete agreement to, and accepts in its entirety, all Scope of Work for the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
Update Consultant. The Contractor will be expected to perform maintenance practices and uphold the
standards herein to the established Scope of Work throughout the length of the contract.
*Supervisor's Signature: Date: February 6, 2025
*Estimator's Signature: Date: February 6, 2025
*Owner's Signature: Date: February 6, 2025
*All three signatures required
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Addendum No. 1
January 9, 2025
Addendum No. 1
PROPOSAL # CMO-24-25-15
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Consultant
City of Santa Clarita, California
This addendum must be acknowledged via BidNet and should be included with the proposal response.
The purpose of this addendum is to address the following for this Request for Proposals (RFP):
I. CLARIFICATION REGARDING TIMELINE FOR REVISED LHMP
The consultant shall be responsible for delivering a final, revised LHMP suitable for FEMA approval
within a twenty-four (24) month period of performance after the contract is awarded, not within three
(3) months of the award of contract as stated elsewhere in the RFP.
END OF ADDENDUM
This addendum must be acknowledged via BidNet and should be included with the response. a
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Company Name
PROPOSAL # CMO-24-25-15
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
PROPOSAL # CMO-24-25-15
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Consultant
City of Santa Clarita, California
The following information must be disclosed:
1. List the names of all persons having a financial interest in the Request for Proposals.
Jacob Green
2. If any person identified pursuant to No. 1 above is a corporation or partnership, list the names of all
individuals owning more than ten percent of the shares in the corporation or owning any partnership
interest in the partnership.
N/A
3. If any person identified pursuant to No. 1 above is a non-profit organization or a trust, list the names
of any persons serving as a director of the non-profit organization or as a trustee or beneficiary or
trustor of the trust.
N/A
4. Has the offeror had more than $250.00 worth of business transacted with any member of the City of
Santa Clarita staff, boards, commissions, committees, and Council within the past twelve months? If
yes, please indicate the person(s) with whom you have conducted business.
NO
NOTE: Attach additional pages as necessary.
Sign ure of Offeror
Jacob Green
Print or Type Name of Offeror
February 6, 2025
Date
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2.1 - COST FILE
This proposal outlines the total all-inclusive not -to -exceed maximum price of $84,900, which
encompasses all the necessary tasks, deliverables, and expenses associated with successfully
completing the scope of work outlined in the request for proposals. Our cost proposal includes detailed
budgets for each significant milestone, providing transparency and ensuring that all aspects of the
project are accounted for. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive and competitive cost proposal that
reflects our understanding of the project's requirements and our commitment to delivering high -
quality results.
Task/Milestones
Phase 1: Planning Process & Organization of Resources
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$7,500
Phase 2: Hazard Identification
$9,900
Phase 3: Risk Assessment
$18 200
Phase 4: Mitigation Strategy Development
$17,300
Phase 5: Plan Preparation & Drafting
$14,500
Phase 6: Public Outreach & Engagement
$9,500
Phase 7: Plan Approval, Adoption & Integration
$8,000
Total Fixed -Fee:
$84,900
EXCLUSIONS
The following program expenses are not included in consultant fees and are the responsibility
of the City, if necessary -
• Printing of program materials
• Public Meeting Notices
• Venue rental fees
• Advertisement/marketing expenses
• Food and beverages for trainings and/or meetings
• Translation Services - In-person/documents
INVOICING SCHEDULE:
Monthly invoices will be submitted based on a percentage of milestones completed.
LATE PAYMENT FEE
All invoices are due and payable within 30 days of the invoice date. Any invoice not paid within 30 days
will be subject to a late payment fee. A fee of 1.5% per month will be added to the outstanding balance
until the invoice is paid in full.
The proposal is a firm offer for a 120-day period, and the proposed work will be performed at the "not -
to -exceed" price OF $85,000.
Jacob Green
President & CEO
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JGA will not use Subcontractors for this project
DESIGNATION OF SUBCONTRACTORS/SUBCONSULTANTS
PROPOSAL # CMO-24-25-15
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Consultant
City of Santa Clarito, California
Listed below are then a mes and locations of the places of business of each subcontractor, supplier, and vendor who will perform work or labor
or render service in excess of % of 1 percent, or $10,000 (whichever is greater) ofthe prime contractor's total bid. If no Subcontractors will be
used fill out the form with NA. Please add additional sheets if needed.
Subcontractor
DIR Registration No.
Dollar Value of Work
Location and Place of Business
Bid Schedule Item No's:
Description of Work
License No.
Exp. Date: / /
Phone ( )
Subcontractor
DIR Registration No.
Dollar Value of Work
Location and Place of Business
Bid Schedule Item No's:
Description of Work
License No.
Exp. Date: / /
Phone ( )
Subcontractor
DIR Registration No.
Dollar Value of Work
Location and Place of Business
Bid Schedule Item No's:
Description of Work
License No.
Exp. Date: / /
Phone ( )
NOTE: A contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to propose on, be listed in a proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of
the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as defined in this chapter, unless currently registered
and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 of the Labor Code. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered
contractorto submit a proposal that is authorized by Section 7029.1 ofthe Business and Professions Code or by Section 10164 or 20103.5 ofthe
Public Contract Code, provided the contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 ofthe Labor Code at the time the
contract is awarded.
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GOVERNMENT -WIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCURMENT)
PROPOSAL # CMO-24-25-15
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Consultant
City of Santa Clarito, California
Instructions for Certification: By signing and submitting this bid or proposal, the prospective lower tier
participant is providing the signed certification set out below.
(1) It will comply and facilitate compliance with U.S. DOT regulations, "Nonprocurement Suspension
and Debarment," 2 CFR part 1200, which adopts and supplements the U.S. Office of Management and
Budget (U.S. OMB) "Guidelines to Agencies on Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension
(Nonprocurement)," 2 CFR part 180,
(2) To the best of its knowledge and belief, that its Principals and Subrecipients at the first tier:
Are eligible to participate in covered transactions of any Federal department or agency and are
not presently:
(1)
Debarred,
(2)
Suspended,
(3)
Proposed for debarment,
(4)
Declared ineligible,
(5)
Voluntarily excluded, or
(6)
Disqualified,
b. Its management has not within a three-year period preceding its latest application or proposal
been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against any of them for:
(1) Commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to
obtain, or performing a public (Federal, State, or local) transaction, or contract under a
public transaction,
(2) Violation of any Federal or State antitrust statute, or
(3) Commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records,
making any false statement, or receiving stolen property,
C. It is not presently indicted for, or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity
(Federal, State, or local) with commission of any of the offenses listed in the preceding subsection
2.b of this Certification,
d. It has not had one or more public transactions (Federal, State, or local) terminated for cause or
default within a three-year period preceding this Certification,
e. If, at a later time, it receives any information that contradicts the statements of subsections 2.a —
2.d above, it will promptly provide that information to FTA,
It will treat each lower tier contract or lower tier subcontract under its Project as a covered lower
tier contract for purposes of 2 CFR part 1200 and 2 CFR part 180 if it:
(1) Equals or exceeds $25,000,
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(2) Is for audit services, or
(3) Requires the consent of a Federal official, and
It will require that each covered lower tier contractor and subcontractor:
(1) Comply and facilitate compliance with the Federal requirements of 2 CFR parts 180 and
1200, and
(2) Assure that each lower tier participant in its Project is not presently declared by any Federal
department or agency to be:
a. Debarred from participation in its federally funded Project,
b. Suspended from participation in its federally funded Project,
c. Proposed for debarment from participation in its federally funded Project,
d. Declared ineligible to participate in its federally funded Project,
e. Voluntarily excluded from participation in its federally funded Project, or
f. Disqualified from participation in its federally funded Project, and
(3) It will provide a written explanation as indicated on a page attached in FTA's TEAM -Web or the
Signature Page if it or any of its principals, including any of its first tier Subrecipients or its Third Party
Participants at a lower tier, is unable to certify compliance with the preceding statements in this
Certification Group.
Certification
Contractor Jacob Green & Associates
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT
PROPOSAL # CMO-24-25-15
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Consultant
City of Santa Clarito, California
The offeror hereafter described will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
because of race/color, national origin, sex, sexual preference, religion, age, or handicapped status in
employment or the provisions of services.
Signature
Jacob Green, President & CEO
Typed Name and Title
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NOTICE TO PROPOSERS REGARDING CONTRACTUAL REQUIREMENTS
PROPOSAL # CMO-24-25-15
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Consultant
City of Santa Clarita, California
1. SUMMARY OF CONTRACTUAL REQUIRMENTS
a. A contract is required for any service performed on behalf of the City of Santa Clarita (City).
b. By submitting a proposal, you have reviewed the sample contract documents contained within this
request for proposals and agree to be bound by the requirements set forth.
c. Questions and requests for modification of these terms must be negotiated and approved prior to
proposal submission and are at the full discretion of the City.
2. SUMMARY OF INDEMNITY AND INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
a. These are the Indemnity and Insurance Requirements for Contractors providing services or supplies to
City of Santa Clarita (City). By agreeing to perform the work or submitting a proposal, you verify that you
comply with and agree to be bound by these requirements. If any additional Contract documents are
executed, the actual Indemnity language and Insurance Requirements may include additional provisions
as deemed appropriate by City's Purchasing Agent.
b. You should check with your Insurance advisors to verify compliance and determine if additional
coverage or limits may be needed to adequately insure your obligations under this agreement. These are
the minimum required and do not in any way represent or imply that such coverage is sufficient to
adequately cover the Contractor's liability under this agreement. The full coverage and limits afforded
under Contractor's policies of Insurance shall be available to Buyer and these Insurance Requirements
shall not in any way act to reduce coverage that is broader or includes higher limits than those required.
The Insurance obligations under this agreement shall be: 1—all the Insurance coverage and limits carried
by or available to the Contractor; or 2—the minimum Insurance requirements shown in this agreement,
whichever is greater. Any insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits and coverage
required, which are applicable to a given loss, shall be available to City.
c. Contractor shall furnish the City with original Certificates of Insurance including all required amendatory
endorsements and a copy of the Declarations and Endorsement Page of the CGL policy listing all policy
endorsements to City before work begins. City reserves the right to require full -certified copies of all
Insurance coverage and endorsements.
3. INDEMNIFICATION
a. To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT shall defend (with legal counsel reasonably
acceptable to CITY), indemnify and hold harmless CITY and its officers, agents, departments, officials,
representatives and employees (collectively "Indemnitees") from and against any and all claims, loss, cost,
damage, injury (including, without limitation, economic harm, injury to or death of an employee of
CONSULTANT or its subconsultants), expense and liability of every kind, nature and description that arise
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from or relate to (including, without limitation, incidental and consequential damages, court costs,
attorneys' fees, litigation expenses and fees of expert consultants or expert witnesses incurred in
connection therewith and costs of investigation) that arise from or relate to, directly or indirectly, in whole
or in part, from: (1) CONSULTANT's performance of Services under this Agreement, or any part thereof;
(2) any negligent act or omission of CONSULTANT, any subconsultant, anyone directly or indirectly
employed by them, or anyone that they control; (3) any actual or alleged infringement of the patent rights,
copyright, trade secret, trade name, trademark, service mark or any other intellectual or proprietary right
of any person or persons in consequence of the use by CITY, or any other Indemnitee, of articles or
Services to be supplied in the performance of this Agreement; or (4) any breach of this Agreement
(collectively "Liabilities"). Such obligations to defend, hold harmless and indemnify any Indemnitee shall
not apply to the extent such Liabilities are caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of such
Indemnitee, but shall apply to all other Liabilities. The foregoing shall be subject to the limitations of
California Civil Code section 2782.8 as to any design professional services performed by CONSULTANT and
in particular the limitation on CONSULTANT's duty to defend whereby such duty only arises for claims
relating to the negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct of CONSULTANT as well as the limitation on
the cost to defend whereby CONSULTANT will only bear such cost in proportion to CONSULTANT's
proportionate percentage of fault (except as otherwise provided in section 2782.8).
b. The foregoing indemnification provisions will not reduce or affect other rights or obligations which
would otherwise exist in favor of the CITY and other Indemnitees.
c. CONSULTANT shall place in its subconsulting agreements and cause its subconsultants to agree to
indemnities and insurance obligations in favor of CITY and other Indemnitees in the exact form and
substance of those contained in this Agreement.
4. INSURANCE
a. Before commencing performance under this Agreement, and at all other times this Agreement is
effective, CONSULTANT will procure and maintain the following types of insurance with coverage limits
complying, at a minimum, with the limits set forth below:
Type of Insurance Limits
Commercial general liability: $1,000,000
Professional liability $1,000,000
Business automobile liability $1,000,000
Workers compensation Statutory requirement
b. Commercial general liability insurance will meet or exceed the requirements of ISO-CGL Form No. CG
00 01 11 85 or 88. The amount of insurance set forth above will be a combined single limit per occurrence
for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage for the policy coverage. Automobile coverage will
be written on ISO Business Auto Coverage Form CA 00 0106 92, including symbol 1 (Any Auto). Liability
policies will be endorsed to name CITY, its officials, and employees as "additional insureds" under said
insurance coverage and to state that such insurance will be deemed "primary" such that any other
insurance that may be carried by CITY will be excess thereto. Such endorsement must be reflected on ISO
Form No. CG 20 10 1185 or 88, or equivalent. Such insurance will be on an "occurrence," not a "claims
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made," basis and will not be cancelable or subject to reduction except upon thirty (30) days prior written
notice to CITY.
c. Professional liability coverage will be on an "occurrence basis" if such coverage is available, or on a
"claims made" basis if not available. When coverage is provided on a "claims made basis," CONSULTANT
will continue to renew the insurance for a period of at least three (3) years after this Agreement expires
or is terminated. Such insurance will have the same coverage and limits as the policy that was in effect
during the term of this Agreement, and will cover CONSULTANT for all claims made by CITY arising out of
any errors or omissions of CONSULTANT, or its officers, employees or agents during the time this
Agreement was in effect.
d. CONSULTANT will furnish to CITY duly authenticated Certificates of Insurance evidencing maintenance
of the insurance required under this Agreement, including endorsements, and such other evidence of
insurance or copies of policies as may be reasonably required by CITY from time to time. Insurance must
be placed with California -admitted insurers with (other than workers compensation) a current A.M. Best
Company Rating of at least "A:VII."
e. Waiver of Subrogation: The insurer(s) agree to waive all rights of subrogation against CITY, its elected
or appointed officers, officials, agents, volunteers and employees for losses paid under the terms of the
workers compensation policy which arise from work performed by CONSULTANT for CITY.
f. Should CONSULTANT, for any reason, fail to obtain and maintain the insurance required by this
Agreement, CITY may obtain such coverage at CONSULTANT's expense and deduct the cost of such
insurance from payments due to CONSULTANT under this Agreement or terminate pursuant to
TERMINATION section. In the alternative, should CONSULTANT fail to meet any of the insurance
requirements under this Agreement, City may terminate this Agreement immediately with no penalty.
g. Should CONSULTANT'S insurance required by this Agreement be cancelled at any point prior to
expiration of the policy, CONSULTANT must notify City within 24 hours of receipt of notice of cancellation.
Furthermore, CONSULTANT must obtain replacement coverage that meets all contractual requirements
within 10 days of the prior insurer's issuance of notice of cancellation. CONSULTANT must ensure that
there is no lapse in coverage.
h. The CITY shall be entitled to any coverage in excess of the minimums required herein.
I have read and understand the above requirements and agree to be bound by them for any work
performed for the City.
Authorized Signature: Date: February 6, 2025
Printed Name: Jacob Green
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1.888.4.JGA.IST I INFO@JACOBGRFENANDASSOCIAT
February 6, 2025
Jaclyn Abston
City of Santa Clarita
23920 Valencia Blvd.
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Dear Ms. Abston,
Jacob Green & Associates (JGA) is pleased to submit our proposal in response to the Request for
Proposals (RFP) No.CMO-24-25-15 for the City of Santa Clarita Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). We
value the opportunity to work alongside the City. With our extensive local government experience in
Southern California emergency management and LHMP development, we are well-equipped to deliver a
comprehensive and actionable LHMP that addresses Santa Clarita's unique hazards and vulnerabilities.
Our team of dedicated professionals brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this project. Through
collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and the utilization of cutting -edge methodologies and
technologies, we are committed to developing an LHMP that reflects Santa Clarita's distinct
characteristics and meets the requirements of relevant regulations, including the Disaster Mitigation Act
of 2000 and applicable state legislation.
Patrick Marchman, AICP, will be JGA's project manager for the City of Santa Clarita. Patrick has 20 years
of experience in the hazard mitigation, environmental, and climate adaptation fields. Patrick served as a
Project Manager for hazard mitigation and disaster risk reduction planning while working with the U.S.
Federal Emergency Management Agency, writing and reviewing over a dozen hazard mitigation plans.
Additionally, Patrick led several projects at local and state levels, as well as for private sector clients, and
worked with FEMA Region VII on direct community engagement to operationalize hazard mitigation
plans across a four -state area. Effective collaboration and open communication are central to our
approach.
Thank you for considering Jacob Green & Associates as your trusted partner for the LHMP project. We
are excited about the opportunity to contribute to the safety and resilience of the City of Santa Clarita.
Sincerely,
Jacob Green
President & CEO
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1.1.1 - INTRODUCTION
JGA is an Orange County -based corporation comprised of 30 veteran local government leaders with over
600 years of combined municipal experience; it includes former City Managers, Emergency Managers,
Police Chiefs, Fire Chiefs, and other municipal experts. We help our clients prepare for and respond to
challenges in Emergency Management, Organizational Development, Crisis Communications, and Public
Safety.
We provide tailored services by developing a deep understanding of client needs, fostering authentic
and trusted relationships, and focusing on solutions and outcomes that consistently exceed expectations.
What sets JGA apart? Hazard Mitigation Planning
In 2023, FEMA implemented changes to the Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) process that have radically;
tightened the requirements for what will pass CalOES and FEMA review, and has resulted in a backlog of Q
over 120 plans in the queue for review and approval by CalOES and FEMA. These changes include:
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with Cal OES. We've refined our methodologies to align precisely with current FEMA
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JGA has completed a wide range of resilience and emergency management -related projects, including the
following hazard mitigation plans:
• City of West Hollywood Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• City of Rialto Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Rincon Band of Luiseno Indians Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• City of Lake Forest Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• City of Montebello Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
In addition to these plans, we are currently engaged in developing the following plans:
• City of Santa Fe Springs Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• City of Seaside Climate Action and Adaptation Plan
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1.1.2 - REFERENCES
CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD
Margarita Kustanovich, Emergency Management Coordinator
mkustanovich@weho.org
323.848.6419
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
CITY OF RIALTO
Brian Park, Fire Chief
bpark@confire.org
909.820.2501
Emergency Management Support Services and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
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a Chip Duncan, Fire Chief
cduncan@rincon-nsn.gov
760.297.2300 Ext. 533
Tribal Hazard Mitigation Plan
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
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1.1.3 - PLAN OF STUDY/SCOPE OF WORK
The proposed Scope of Work outlines the structured and collaborative approach that Jacob Green and
Associates (JGA) will implement in partnership with City of Santa Clarita staff, the Planning and
Steering Committees, and key community stakeholders to develop an updated Local Hazard Mitigation
Plan (LHMP). The updated LHMP will meet FEMA's latest mitigation planning standards, comply with
State of California regulatory mandates, and align with the City's goal of integrating the plan into the
Safety Element of the General Plan.
The LHMP will be developed in full compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, including:
• Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000) - Establishing the requirement for local
hazard mitigation planning.
• 44 CFR Part 201.6 - FEMA's Local Mitigation Plan Requirements.CL
AB 2140 (2006) -Facilitating the integration of hazard mitigation into general plans.
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• Government Code Sections 65302(g)(4) and 65302.15 -Ensuring alignment between
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PHASE 1: PLANNING PROCESS AND ORGANIZATION OF RESOURCES
Project Kickoff Meeting & Initial Coordination
Jacob Green & Associates (JGA) will initiate the City of Santa Clarita's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
(LHMP) Update by facilitating a project kickoff meeting with City staff. This meeting will establish the
foundation for a FEMA-compliant, climate -informed, and equity -focused hazard mitigation planning
process, aligning with the FEMA Local Mitigation Planning Handbook, the 2022 Local Mitigation
Planning Policy Guide, and 44 CFR Part 201.
The kickoff meeting will confirm project objectives and deliverables, ensuring that the hazard
identification, risk assessment, and mitigation strategy fully incorporate the current and future effects
of climate change, as required under SB 379 and SB 1000. JGA will work with City staff to establish key
milestones and deadlines within the 24-month period of performance and outline an engagement
strategy that fosters robust participation from internal and external stakeholders, including historically
underserved populations.
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Formation of Steering Committee
JGA will also facilitate the formation of a Steering Committee to be made up of interested stakeholders
who will provide input at important stages in the LHMP development process. As required by recent
FEMA guidance, invitations will be extended to organizations in the following sectors; Local
government (neighboring cities, Los Angeles County, the Southern California Association of
Governments), the local business community, local schools and academia, community organizations
and other non -profits, and Organizations working with vulnerable populations
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PHASE 2: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
JGA will conduct a comprehensive hazard identification process that aligns with FEMA's Local Mitigation
Planning Handbook (Tasks 1, 4, and 5) and the 2023 Local Mitigation Planning Policy Guide to ensure the
City of Santa Clarita's LHMP meets federal and state requirements. This process will define the planning
area, establish the methodology and resources, and conduct a thorough risk assessment incorporating
historical hazard occurrences and future projections.
The assessment will begin by reviewing and expanding upon the City's existing hazard mitigation
framework, integrating FEMA's National Risk Index, California -specific hazard data, and local insights
provided by City staff and the Planning Committee. This collaborative approach will ensure that the
most relevant hazards —including climate -driven risks such as extreme heat, drought, and flooding —are
identified and prioritized based on historical impacts, evolving climate conditions, and projected future
vulnerabilities.
Each selected hazard will be meticulously profiled to provide a comprehensive understanding of its
characteristics, frequency, and potential consequences. The profiling process will include an in-depth
analysis of historical hazard occurrences, using local records, state databases, and FEMA disaster
declarations to assess past impacts on Santa Clarita's population, infrastructure, economy, and
environment. Advanced modeling tools and predictive analytics will be utilized to forecast future hazard
occurrences, incorporating climate adaptation considerations in line with FEMA and SB 379
requirements.
To ensure an equity -focused approach to mitigation planning, JGA will evaluate hazard -specific
vulnerabilities in historically underserved communities, critical facilities, and essential services. This
assessment will highlight disproportionate risks, informing the development of targeted mitigation
actions that address Santa Clarita's most at -risk populations.
PHASE 3: RISK ASSESSMENT
A comprehensive risk assessment will be conducted to evaluate the probability, severity, and potential
impacts of natural, man-made, and technological hazards on Santa Clarita's population, economy,
infrastructure, and environment. This assessment will align with FEMA's 2022 Local Mitigation Planning
Policy Guide, California state requirements, and Santa Clarita's LHMP RFP, ensuring compliance with
federal, state, and local mitigation standards.
The risk assessment will specifically identify and rank the City's top 10 hazards in order of greatest risk,
integrating historical data, scientific modeling, and future climate projections. Climate change factors
will be addressed throughout the assessment, ensuring an understanding of how hazards are evolving
and their long-term impacts across Santa Clarita's diverse communities. The findings will provide a data -
driven foundation for prioritizing mitigation actions that enhance resilience.
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Comprehensive Risk Analysis
The assessment will analyze historical hazard occurrences and future climate conditions to determine
hazard likelihood, frequency, and severity. Special attention will be given to climate -driven changes,
such as increasing flooding, extreme heat, and drought frequency.
Each identified hazard will be examined in detail, with probability assessments, damage potential, and
mitigation opportunities documented to support decision -making. Man-made and technological
hazards, including infrastructure failures and hazardous materials incidents, will also be assessed to
ensure a holistic understanding of Santa Clarita's risks.
Vulnerability Assessment
To quantify hazard impacts, a vulnerability analysis will assess the exposure of critical assets,
infrastructure, and populations. The City's residential, commercial, public, and transportation assets
will be cataloged and cross-referenced with FEMA's Repetitive Loss and Severe Repetitive Loss
property data, incorporating information from the Los Angeles County Assessor's Office to identify
high -risk locations. Social vulnerability factors —including low-income populations, seniors, and non-
English -speaking residents —will be examined to ensure equitable mitigation planning and targeted
resource allocation.
Capability Assessment
The City's existing hazard mitigation capacity will be reviewed to identify strengths, gaps, and areas for
enhancement. Santa Clarita's building codes, zoning ordinances, and floodplain management strategies
will be analyzed to determine their effectiveness in reducing hazard risks. The assessment will also
review National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) participation and Community Rating System (CRS)
compliance, ensuring alignment with FEMA regulations and identifying opportunities to improve flood
resilience.
Financial, technical, and human resources available for hazard mitigation will be examined, with
funding opportunities identified through FEMA programs such as Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA),
Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), and Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA).
Strategic recommendations will be provided to enhance the City's resilience -building capacity, ensuring
that mitigation strategies are both feasible and effective.
PHASE 4: MITIGATION STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT
The Mitigation Strategy for Santa Clarita's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) Update will establish a
framework for reducing risk, protecting lives and property, and ensuring community resilience. This
strategy will align with FEMA's requirements, including the three main components: Goals, Actions, and
an Action Plan, as outlined in the Local Mitigation Planning Policy Guide (2022). The Planning
Committee, consisting of internal City divisions, and the Steering Committee, composed of external
agencies and public representatives, will collaborate to shape the strategy, incorporating insights from
the risk assessment to guide mitigation priorities.
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Mitigation Goals
The goals of the mitigation strategy will be developed based on findings from the risk assessment and
vulnerability analysis. These goals will focus on addressing the City's top hazards, integrating
mitigation efforts into Santa Clarita's Safety Element of the General Plan, and ensuring life safety,
property protection, and continuity of essential services. The objectives supporting these goals will
include measurable benchmarks to track progress, incorporation of public input from engagement
efforts, and equity -driven approaches that prioritize vulnerable populations.
Mitigation Actions
A comprehensive set of mitigation actions will be identified and prioritized to address Santa Clarita's
highest -risk hazards. Actions will include both existing efforts already underway and new strategies
developed through input from the Planning and Steering Committees. Each action will be evaluated
based on risk reduction potential, cost-effectiveness, feasibility, equity impacts, and environmental co-
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The City of Santa Clarita and JGA will follow the City's established process for developing policy
documents to ensure a well -structured, FEMA-compliant Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). This
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JGA will prepare a First Draft Plan, incorporating inputs from the Planning Committee and aligning with
44 CFR Part 201, FEMA's 2022 Local Mitigation Planning Policy Guide, and Cal OES requirements. This
draft will include:
• A comprehensive hazard identification and historical data analysis to document past hazard
occurrences and their impacts.
• A detailed risk and vulnerability assessment identifying high -risk areas and populations.
• A mitigation strategy outlining prioritized actions to enhance resilience.
• A capability assessment to align hazard mitigation efforts with existing City policies and planning
frameworks.
Upon completion, the First Draft will be internally reviewed by the Planning Committee, who will
recommend necessary revisions before advancing to the next phase.
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Stakeholder Review and Plan Refinement
Following internal revisions, a Second Draft Plan will be shared with the Steering Committee, which
consists of representatives from external agencies and the general public. This phase will allow for
broad input on mitigation priorities, feasibility, and alignment with community needs.
Based on Steering Committee feedback, JGA will prepare a Third Draft Plan, incorporating additional
refinements as needed. The finalized draft will then be submitted to Cal OES and FEMA for regulatory
review to ensure full compliance with federal and state hazard mitigation standards.
Enhanced Clarity, Accessibility, and Engagement
JGA will ensure the LHMP is accessible and visually engaging, incorporating:
• High -quality illustrations to illustrate risk areas and mitigation priorities.
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be encouraged to share their experiences, concerns, and ideas for mitigation actions. This approach will
help ensure that the LHMP reflects the needs of all Santa Clarita residents, including renters, seniors,
non-English speakers, and low-income households.
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Public Information & Digital Outreach
To complement in -person engagement, JGA will support the City in expanding digital outreach efforts
through the City's website, social media platforms, and partner organizations. The outreach strategy will
include:
Regular updates on the LHMP process through the City's communication channels.
Fact sheets, infographics, and FAQ documents summarizing hazard risks and proposed mitigation
actions.
• Bilingual outreach materials to ensure equitable access to information.
By leveraging digital platforms and community networks, Santa Clarita will broaden public participation,
ensuring that diverse voices contribute to the LHMP update.
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approval, followed by submission to FEMA for final approval no later than six months before the grant
closeout deadline. Upon approval, the LHMP will be formally adopted by the Santa Clarita City Council
and integrated into the Safety Element of the City's General Plan, in compliance with AB 2140.
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and FEMA review processes:
Step 1: Cal OES Review - The draft plan will be submitted to Cal OES, which has 45 days to complete
its review. Any required revisions will be addressed through direct coordination with Cal OES staff
to ensure full compliance. Once approved, the plan will be forwarded to FEMA Region IX.
Step 2: FEMA Review - FEMA will complete its review within 45 days of receiving the plan from Cal
OES. If modifications are needed, JGA will work closely with FEMA staff to make the necessary
adjustments and secure final approval.
Although approval timelines are subject to Cal OES and FEMA capacity and internal considerations and
may result in delays out of the control of either the City or JGA, JGA will ensure prompt responses to
revision requests, facilitating an efficient review and approval process, and commits to working with the
City through the entire process until formal adoption of the LHMP by the City and acknowledgement by
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City Council Adoption and General Plan Integration
Once FEMA grants final approval, JGA will assist the City in preparing the final LHMP for adoption by the
Santa Clarita City Council, a critical step in securing FEMA compliance and AB 2140 eligibility. JGA will:
Finalize the document by incorporating any remaining Cal OES and FEMA-required modifications.
Provide briefings and presentation materials for City Council review to ensure decision -makers
understand the plan's objectives, mitigation actions, and long-term benefits.
Support the City in seamlessly integrating the LHMP into the General Plan's Safety Element,
ensuring hazard mitigation remains a core component of Santa Clarita's long-term planning
framework.
1.1.4 - SCHEDULE
Phase 1: Planning Process & Organization of Resources
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Phase 2: Hazard Identification
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Phase 3: Risk Assessment
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Phase 4: Mitigation Strategy Development
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Phase 5: Plan Preparation & Drafting
8 weeks
Phase 6: Public Outreach & Engagement
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Phase 7: Plan Approval, Adoption & Integration"
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**Phase 7 Time for Completion refers to direct work between JGA and the City and does not include the
Cal OES and FEMA review periods detailed in Phase 7 above. Cal OES and FEMA review timelines are
subject to issues outside of the control of the City or JGA, including internal capacity and overall
workloads. JGA will not be held responsible for delays caused by Cal OES or FEMA.
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1.1.5 P RO G RAM MANAG E M E N T
For a more flexible and iterative approach to managing the LHMP Project, we can use an Adaptive
Management Framework. This method allows for continuous learning, stakeholder feedback
integration, and iterative updates throughout the project lifecycle.
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1.1.6 - PERSONNEL,
FACILITIES
LEADERSHIP TEAM
EQUIPMENT, AND
JACOB GREEN, MPA
President & CEO
Jacob is a nationally recognized local government expert in organization
and leadership development. As an Assistant City Manager for the City of
San Juan Capistrano and the City of Ontario, he has managed hundreds of
employees and managed numerous government departments. As a
trainer, keynote speaker, facilitator, and coach, Jacob has worked with
municipal clients, as well as commercial clients such as Mattel, FedEx,
Hyundai Capital, ADP, and many others. In 2019, Jacob distilled his
personal and professional experiences into an Amazon Best -Selling book:
"See Change Clearly: Leveraging Adversity to Sharpen Your Vision and
Build Resilient Teams." Jacob has received numerous awards for his
leadership, including the National Caring Award, the Orange County
Human Relations Award, and Most Inspiring Student at UC Irvine, and is
the youngest recipient of the Gene Lentzner Humanitarian Award. Jacob
has his Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences with a Minor in Management
from the University of California, Irvine, his Master of Public
Administration (MPA) degree from California State University, Long
Beach, and was recently awarded an honorary doctorate degree from
Western University School of Health Sciences.
DAVE BROWN
Director of Client Success
Chief Dave Brown (ret.) is passionate about helping public sector
executives and organizations succeed in a dynamic and challenging
environment, especially when facing leadership, political, or personnel
challenges. Chief Brown has held command positions in every division of
law enforcement, including many years as a Chief of Police. He has also
served as Director of Public Safety, Assistant City Manager, and had
several stints as Interim City Manager. In 2017, Chief Brown was
recruited by the City of Menifee, California, to spearhead the creation of
the Menifee Police Department. Over the next three years, Brown created
and implemented a robust, data -driven strategy, successfully launching
the new Menifee Police Department on July 1, 2020. More recently, Dave
served as the Executive Director of the Riverside Sheriffs' Association
(RSA), one of the largest law enforcement labor organizations in the
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NICOLE BEACH
Director of Strategic Initiatives
Nicole Beach is a project management and strategy delivery leader who
specializes in helping organizations realize value by aligning strategy
with execution. Nicole collaborates closely with our clients to develop
work plans that ensure their success in executing strategic goals and
provides project management oversight across all projects. Before
joining JGA, Nicole amassed a wealth of experience leading complex
technology, organizational, and strategic projects, including M&A
integrations, ERP implementations, and process improvement initiatives.
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Portfolio Management for SAFEbuilt, Citrix, and Sport Clips. Nicole holds r
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experience in multiple components of comprehensive planning, including
zoning, transportation, resilience and sustainability, environmental and
economic development. His work initially focused on developing and
managing the NEPA process for multi -billion -dollar infrastructure
projects. Patrick then moved into hazard mitigation and disaster risk
reduction planning while working with the U.S. Federal Emergency a
Management Agency, writing and reviewing over a dozen hazard
mitigation plans. After a four-year stint managing the environment and
real estate programs and working closely with Metropolitan Planning
Organizations supporting local and regional transportation planning, for
the U.S. Federal Highway Administration's Michigan Division, he shifted
to the private sector, supporting climate adaptation and sustainability
strategy for a wide range of public and private sector clients. Since 2011,
Patrick has been a member of the American Institute of Certified
Planners, and has delivered presentations at national planning
conferences as well as many planning -related publications. He also holds
a certification in Sustainability and Climate Risk from the Global
Association of Risk Professionals. Patrick has served in leadership roles
in several professional organizations as well as on his City's Zoning Board
of Appeals, and has a commitment to leading the development of new
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TONY E. COLETTA JR , MPA, CEM, MPM
Senior Advisor // Emergency- i....I..I
Tony's focus is on assisting clients solve local challenges through
innovative, cooperative, and sustainable public safety solutions. As a
proven leader, he excels in problem -solving, alliance building, and
organizational communication, and delivering results -driven solutions
for today's municipal challenges. Tony has built highly effective
emergency management teams, led multi -million -dollar regional
homeland security programs, coordinated statewide public safety
initiatives, authored best practice emergency plans, and leveraged
federal agencies and funding to solve local homeland security and
emergency management challenges. Tony Coletta brings 35 years of
public safety experience, with 25 years dedicated to emergency
management and homeland security administration. His expertise spans
emergency planning, training and exercises, hazard and risk mitigation,
organizational assessments, and strategic planning. Tony's extensive
background includes state, federal, and international disaster
deployments. He has made notable achievements in instructing and
course design, emergency operations center design, recruitment,
succession planning, and grant and performance management. Tony is an
internationally Certified Emergency Manager and holds degrees in
Emergency Medical Services Administration, Police Service
Administration, Fire Service Administration, and Public Administration.
RAYMOND CHEUNG, CEM
Senior Advisor // Emergency Management
Raymond Cheung has served for over 20 years in the public sector
ranging from military service to leadership roles in local
government. His local government emergency management tenure
includes positions as a city emergency manager as well as
Assistant Emergency Manager for Orange County, California for the
Orange County Sheriff's Department. He is also a graduate of FEMA's
National Emergency Management Advanced Academy and the Harvard
Kennedy School of Government's Leadership in Crises executive
program. As an International Association of Emergency Management
Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), Raymond has led and managed
teams at both the county and city level in Southern California. He has
responded to and worked dozens of disasters and Emergency
Operations Center activations, including Presidentially declared
disasters. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, he deployed to
Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom in a Civil Affairs capacity to
restore civil governance, local infrastructure, and basic humanitarian
needs during and after the 2003 invasion.
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MEGHAN MURRAY
Project Specialis'
Meghan Murray has over 24 years of experience in Operations
Management, Program Management, Personnel Management, Executive
Communication, and Continuous Process Improvement. Meghan served
in the Air Force for 22 years and has extensive background in
Organizational Development. Meghan excelled in overseeing operations,
professional development, and personnel programs for organizations
and has directed multiple programs valued at $113 while managing risk,
safety, and compliance. Meghan holds a Masters of Science degree with a
specialty in Human Resource Management bringing to the team an
extensive knowledge in team leadership, strategic planning, and data
driven decision making. One of Meghan's most notable projects was
being a strategic team lead of the Organization of the Future that led to
the building of the latest branch of the military, the United States Space
Force. As a Project Specialist with IGA, Meghan supports the
Organizational Development and Emergency Management Departments
by coordinating projects, managing timelines, and ensuring the
successful execution of department initiatives.
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REFERENCES
PROPOSAL # CMO-24-25-15
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Consultant
City of Santa Clarito, California
The following are the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three public agencies for which proposer
has performed work of a similar scope and size within the past 3 years. If the instructions on this form conflict
with the references requested in the scope of work, the scope of work shall govern. Complete this form out
accordingly. Fill out this form completely and upload it with your proposal.
1 CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD, 8300 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Name and Address of Owner / Agency
Margarita Kustanovich, Emergency Management Coordinator, mkustanovich@weho.org
323.848.6419
Name and Telephone Number of Person Familiar with Project
$74,800 LHMP Oct 2024
Contract Amount Type of Work Date Completed
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CITY OF RIALTO,150 S. Palm Avenue. Rialto, CA 92376.
Name and Address of Owner / Agency
Brian Park, Fire Chief, bpark@confire.org, 909.820.2501
Name and Telephone Number of Person Familiar with Project
$72,800 LHMP Apr 2023
Contract Amount Type of Work Date Completed
3 CITY OF LAKE FOREST, 100 Civic Center Dr. Lake Forest, CA 92630.
Name and Address of Owner / Agency
Sharlyn De La Paz, Administrative Manager, sdelapaz@lakeforestca.gov, 949.282.5215
Name and Telephone Number of Person Familiar with Project
$74,800 LHMP Jan 2024
Contract Amount Type of Work Date Completed
The following are the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all brokers and sureties from whom
Proposer intends to procure insurance bonds:
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