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Agenda Item: 5
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
.` AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: September 22, 2026
SUBJECT: GENERAL PLAN UPDATE CONTRACT
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
PRESENTER: Erika Iverson
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
1. Award a two-year contract to Michael Baker International to update elements of the City's
General Plan in the amount of $348,000 and authorize a contingency in the amount of
$15,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $363,000.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contract and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney review.
BACKGROUND
In June 2011, the City Council adopted the City of Santa Clarita's (City) General Plan, known as
One Valley One Vision. The General Plan serves as the City's comprehensive, long-range plan
for physical development and establishes goals and policies related to land use, transportation,
development, open space, resource preservation, public safety, infrastructure, and other factors
that guide future growth and development. The General Plan consists of multiple elements that
are required to remain internally consistent and comply with applicable state law.
Since adoption of the General Plan, the state has enacted additional legislation requiring local
jurisdictions to address new planning requirements within their General Plans, including:
• Assembly Bill (AB) 98: Requires updates to the Circulation Element related to
designated truck routes.
Assembly Bill (AB) 2684: Requires the Safety Element to evaluate and address extreme
heat.
• Assembly Bill (AB) 1889: Requires local governments to incorporate wildlife and habitat
connectivity considerations into long-range land use planning.
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The City's Circulation Element and Conservation/Open Space Element were last
comprehensively updated as part of the 2011 General Plan. In 2022, the City Council approved
targeted updates to the Safety Element in conjunction with the Housing Element Update to
incorporate the City's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and address hazards including earthquakes,
flooding, and wildfire.
To address these requirements and maintain consistency with state law, the City must update its
Circulation, Safety, and Conservation/Open Space Elements. The updates will require technical
analysis, coordination among multiple City divisions, public outreach, environmental review
pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and consideration by the
Planning Commission and City Council. The applicable state legislation establishes January 1,
2028, as a key compliance date for the required General Plan updates.
The City conducted a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit proposals from qualified consulting
firms to update elements of the City's General Plan. The RFP was published and circulated via
the City's e-procurement system, BidNet, on July 23, 2026. The City transmitted the solicitation
to 3,132 vendors on BidNet, of which 66 vendors downloaded the RFP. One company provided a
proposal for consideration.
The proposal was reviewed and evaluated based on the company's ability to meet the specific
needs of the City. An evaluation panel comprised of City staff scored the responsive proposal
using the following categories of weighted criteria:
• Consultant qualifications, organizational capacity, plan of study/scope of work (25
points)
• Experience on similar projects (30 points)
• Thoroughness of the proposal, approach to providing sound services, and ability to meet
the objectives and standards of the project (30 points)
• Cost (15 points)
Rank Company Location Score
1 Michael Baker International San Diego, CA 88
In reviewing the proposal, the evaluation panel awarded Michael Baker International (MBI) a
high overall score and determined that its proposal offered the best overall value to meet the
General Plan Update project needs. Michael Baker International was the only firm to submit a
proposal, and the evaluation team's determination was based on the firm's qualifications,
proposed approach, and demonstrated ability to successfully complete similar projects.
Staff has completed a due -diligence review of MBI's professional references and determined its
work history meets the City's standards and performance expectations. Based on the above, staff
recommends awarding a two-year contract to MBI for a total amount not to exceed $363,000.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.
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FISCAL IMPACT
Adequate funds from General Fund (100) have previously been appropriated as part of the Fiscal
Year 2026-27 budget in Planning Expenditure Account 1003100-516101 to support the
recommended contract. Funding for future fiscal years are contingent upon the appropriations of
funds by the City Council in the annual budget for such fiscal year.
ATTACHMENTS
MBI Cost File
MBI Response File (available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS UPDATE
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AUGUST20,2026 I N T E R 0 N A L
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REQUEST FOR PP9P0gA!,
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA GENERAL
PLAN ELEMENTS UPDATE
PROPOSAL #CD-26-27-02
AUGUST 20, 2026
Michael Baker
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS UPDATE
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AUGUST 20, 2026
August 20, 2026
Jaclyn Abston
Jabston@santaclarita.gov
City of Santa Clarita
23920Valencia Blvd, Santa Clarita, CA91355-2196
RE: Request for Proposals (RFP)# CD-26-27-02- General Plan Element Update
Dear Ms. Jaclyn Abston,
I N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
On behalf of Michael Baker International, Inc. (Michael Baker), our team is pleased to submit this proposal to the City of Santa
Clarita for Consultant Services related to the City's General Plan Element Update. With a strong record of accomplishment of
preparing General Plan Elements and updates for jurisdictions across California, we are committed to delivering work that
not only complies with applicable legislation —including Assembly Bill98, Assembly Bill 1889, Senate Bill 1425, and Assembly
Bill 2684—but also exceeds the expectations of the City of Santa Clarita. By selecting the Michael Baker team, the City will
benefit from the following key advantages:
TRUSTED PROJECT TEAM I Michael Baker and our subconsultant Fehr & Peers bring a longstanding, trusted
relationship with the City, serving as preferred providers for CEQA and mobility planning, respectively. Building on
this foundation, Michael Baker is introducing dedicated long range planning expertise through Valerie Clarke,AICP,
PLAand NoelleAnderson, AICP - recognized leaders in General Plan policy efforts throughout California. Together,
our team combines local knowledge with planning expertise to successfully deliver the City's next generation of
planning initiatives.
STREAMLINED APPROACH I Michael Baker recognizes that the City's General Plan Update is focused on addressing
regulatory changes and maintaining compliance through a practical, efficient process. Ourteam will leverage proven
approachesto accelerate document preparation, while customizing recommendations to Santa Clarita. Planning and
environmental review will be closely coordinated, allowing the updated Elements to be structured as self -mitigating
policy frameworks that support a streamlined CEQA review process. This approach minimizes redundancies and
delivers a focused update that achieves compliance objectives while advancing the City's long-term vision.
COMMUNITY -LED PLANS I Michael Baker will implement a focused and right -sized outreach program that
recognizes this General Plan Update is driven by regulatory compliance while still providing meaningful
opportunities for public and stakeholder participation. Our approach emphasizes clear communication, targeted
engagement, and accessible information sharing, ensuring community members have the tools and context needed
to provide informed input without creating unnecessary process burdens or extending project schedules.
The Michael Baker team appreciates this opportunity to work with the City of Santa Clarita on your General Plan update. This
proposal shall remain effective and valid for 120 days after submittal. Richard Beck, Principal -in -Charge and Vice
President/Office Executive, is an authorized representative of Michael Baker International, Inc., and has the authority to bind
the firm contractually. Any questions regarding this proposal may be directed to Valerie Clarke, AICP, PLA at (949) 330-
4228 or valerie.clarke@mbakerintl.com.
Sincerely,
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Richard Beck, Principal -in -Charge
Vice President, Practice Executive
P: (949) 855-3687 1 rbeck@mbakerintl.com
Valerie Clarke, Project Manager
Community and Long Range Planning Services
P: (949) 330-4228 1 Valerie.clarke@mbakerintl.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
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Relevant Experience
06
References
13
Scope of Work
15
Task 1 Project Initiation and Project Management
16
Task 2 Community Engagement
17
Task 3 Circulation Element
21
Task 4 Safety Element
24
Task 5 Conservation/Open Space Element
25
Task 6 CEQA Compliance - General Plan EIR Addendum
28
Task 7 Public Review and Adoption of Elements
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Schedule
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Program Management
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Personnel, Equipment, and Facilities
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Sub -Consultants
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INTRODUCTION
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS UPDATE
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AUGUST 20, 2026
FIRM BACKGROUND AND BUSINESS HISTORY
Michael Baker is a leading global provider of engineering and consulting
services which include planning, engineering, architectural, environmental,
construction, program management, sustainability and resilience planning
services as well as information technology, communications services, and
outreach solutions. Headquartered and incorporated in Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania, Michael Baker has more than 4,000 employees in nearly 100
offices across the U.S., including 10 locations in California. Michael Baker
has grown and prospered without losing sight of its primary purpose.
Creating value for our clients by delivering innovative and sustainable
solutions for infrastructure and the environment.
PLANNING SERVICES: GENERAL PLANS
The Michael Baker team has helped numerous communities in California and
across the nation with comprehensive general plan updates and focused
general plan updates. Our planners are regularly involved with various
elements of general planning efforts such as open space and conservation,
environmental justice, land use, transportation, mobility and infrastructure,
built environment, sustainability, environmental services, community
health, economic development, safety, and community outreach. We will
work with City staff to tailor the process to meet their needs. Community
engagement is at the core of this process and our outreach tasks are
designed based on community needs and demographics to get maximum
participation.
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Long Beach (41)
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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS UPDATE
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AUGUST 20, 2026
CALIFORNIA GENERAL PLAN UPDATE HISTORY
I N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
The following list details the past and current General Plans and General Plan Elements developed by Michael Baker within
the State of California over the last eight years. Currently, Michael Baker has eight active contracts throughout Southern
California involving various levels of General Plan update efforts.
City of Fullerton
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City of Seal Beach
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City of Grand Terrace
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City of Santa Clarita, Town Center
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City of Pinote, Housing, Safety, Env. Justice
City of Hesperia, Housing, Safety, Env. Justice
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City of Needles, Housing and Zoning Code Updates
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City of Eastvale
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Campo Road Revitalization Specific Plan
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City of Rolling Hills Estates
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City of San Juan Capistrano, Housing Element Update
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City of Laguna Woods
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City of Rancho Santa Margarita
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City of Elk Grove
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2017
City of Hermosa Beach
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2017
City of Huntington Beach
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City of Manhattan Beach, Downtown Plan
City of Sunnyvale
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City of Upland
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2016
City of Monterey Park, South Garfield Avenue
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2015
City of Monterey Park
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2014
City of Murrieta
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City of Watsonville
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City of Garden Grove
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City of lone, Downtown Plan
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2012
City of Somerton
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2011
City of Bakersfield
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2010
City of Hawaiian Gardens
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2010
City of Lancaster
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City of Lancaster, Downtown Plan
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City of Vista
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City of Buena Park
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2009
City of Cloverdale
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City of Fullerton
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City of Placentia
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City of Artesia
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City of Hollister, Downtown Plan
2000
City of Stanton
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2008
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RECENT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
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Fehr & Peers is currently assisting the City of Jurupa Valley with a citywide freight analysis and truck route planning effort aimed at
balancing the region's critical goods movement function with neighborhood quality of life. The project focused on updating the City's
truck route network and Mobility Element to address truck -related impacts such as noise, vibration, traffic safety concerns, and air
quality effects in residential areas and other sensitive locations.
The effort was driven, in part, by new State legislation, including AB 98 and SB 415, which require local agencies to evaluate and
update truck route maps and implement measures that minimize impacts on nearby communities. The project included a
comprehensive review of existing truck travel patterns, identification of sensitive land uses such as schools, parks, and residential
neighborhoods, and analysis of community -reported concerns. Based on technical analysis, stakeholder coordination, and public
input, the team developed proposed truck routes and supporting policies designed to accommodate freight movement while reducing
conflicts with neighborhoods.
A key component of the project was community engagement. The City hosted public open houses where residents, business owners,
commuters, and truck operators could review existing conditions, learn about state requirements, evaluate proposed truck routes, and
provide feedback on draft recommendations. The resulting truck route plan was intended to support regional economic activity while
improving safety, livability, and environmental conditions for Jurupa Valley residents.
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Michael Baker served as the lead author of both the City of Grand Terrace Safety Element and the recently updated Local Hazard
Mitigation Plan (LHMP), providing the City with a fully integrated approach to hazard resilience, emergency preparedness, and long-
range community safety planning. The Safety Element was prepared in compliance with the latest State requirements, including the
wildfire, climate adaptation, environmental justice, evacuation, and resilience planning considerations, while leveraging findings from
the City's FEMA-approved LHMP to ensure consistency across planning documents. The Element also incorporated the most current
CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps and associated policies, supporting State review and streamlining the approval process
through CAL FIRE.
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City of Seal Beach Open Space,
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Update; and Safety Element Update
Seal Beach, California
Michael Baker prepared the City of Seal Beach Safety Element
concurrently with the City's 2025 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
(LHMP), creating a coordinated and internally consistent
framework for hazard resilience, emergency preparedness,
climate adaptation, and long-range community safety planning.
The Safety Element was updated to reflect the latest State
requirements, including wildfire resilience, climate change
adaptation, evacuation planning, environmental justice, and
hazard vulnerability considerations, while leveraging the FEMA-
compliant LHMP and supporting future AB 2140 integration by
reference. The Safety Element also incorporates the most
current hazard and risk assessment data available, including
updated wildfire mapping and vulnerability analyses, positioning
the City to efficiently navigate State agency review and maintain
compliance with evolving regulatory requirements.
Following that effort, Michael Baker has been selected by the
City of Seal Beach to lead the update of its Open Space,
Recreation, and Conservation Element, aligning with California
Senate Bill 1425 and Assembly Bill 1889 to advance climate
resilience, equitable access, and habitat connectivity. As part of
this comprehensive update, Michael Baker is collaborating with
the city's Community Services/Recreation Department to assess
existing open space resources, evaluate community needs, and
identify gaps in recreational amenities. Seal Beach is home to a
diverse array of open spaces, including the Los Cerritos
Wetlands and the Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge. These
areas are central to the city's conservation efforts and provide a
strong foundation for enhancing habitat connectivity, climate
resilience, and recreational access through the Open Space,
Recreation, and Conservation Element update. The team is
preparing revised illustrative maps and conducting spatial
analysis to support informed policy development.
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Fullerton, California
Michael Baker was selected by the City of Fullerton to lead the update
of its Open Space and Conservation and Environmental Justice
Elements, to reflect evolving community needs, environmental
priorities, and state mandates. In collaboration with the City's Planning
Department, Michael Baker is conducting a comprehensive
assessment of Fullerton's open space inventory, evaluating existing
parks, identifying gaps in outdoor amenities, and preparing updated
illustrative maps. The update addresses equitable access to open
space, climate resilience, and rewilding opportunities.
Michael Baker is refining goals and policies to support beneficial uses
such as habitat conservation, recreation, water management, and
aesthetics. The team will also develop an Action Plan, establishing
enforceable, metric -based directives with clear timelines,
responsibilities, and implementation strategies. This plan will be
incorporated into the Implementation Strategy of the General Plan.
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The Open Space Element is closely tied to the City's commitment to preserving its natural topography, scenic vistas, and
equestrian character. It supports the City's California ranch lifestyle, with neighborhoods like Dapplegray and Montecillo
exemplifying low -intensity, open -space -oriented development. The General Plan Update (GPU) includes strategies to
protect biological resources, such as habitats for the Palos Verdes Blue Butterfly and California Gnatcatcher. Open space
planning also promotes equestrian traits, parks, and scenic corridors, reinforcing the City's identity and quality of life.
The Circulation Element addresses key challenges such as high traffic volumes on narrow, two-lane roads like Palos Verdes
Drive North. The GPU introduces performance -based modeling to assess and improve circulation. It also adopts a holistic
approach to sustainability by incorporating Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) analysis into transportation planning. Recognizing
the City's limited public transit options, the plan proposes strategies to enhance muttimodat connectivity.
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REFERENCES
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REFERENCES
CITY OF FULLERTON
303 W. Commonwealth Avenue I Fullerton, CA 92832
Contact: Yan Gao, Senior Planner, Community and Economic Development Department
Phone: (714) 738-68541 Email: yan.gao@cityoffullerton.com
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Services Provided: Michael Baker has partnered closely with the City of Fullerton on a range of
comprehensive planning and resilience initiatives year over year that advance environmental quality,
equity, and long-term community health. The team is leading coordinated updates to the City's Open
Space and Conservation Element and its first -ever Environmental Justice Element, conducting detailed
open space inventory and access analyses, developing illustrative mapping, and facilitating robust
community outreach to align with state mandates. Michael Baker is supporting Fullerton's climate
resilience efforts through preparation of the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, working with multiple City
departments to assess risks, update policies, and engage stakeholders.
Dates of Work Performed: 2022 — Ongoing
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211 8th St I Seal Beach, CA90740
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Phone: (562) 431-25271 Email: stemple@sealbeachca.gov
Services Provided: Michael Baker is currently leading the City of Seal Beach's Open Space, Recreation,
and Conservation Element Update. The project includes evaluating existing open space resources, parks,
recreation facilities, and conservation areas; conducting GIS-based mapping and spatial analysis;
assessing community needs and access to recreational amenities; and developing updated goals,
policies, and implementation measures. The effort also includes community engagement, and
stakeholder outreach.
Dates of Work Performed: 2025 — Ongoing
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Services Provided: Fehr & Peers is currently assisting the City of Jurupa Valley with a citywide freight
analysis and truck route planning effort aimed at balancing the region's critical goods movement function
with neighborhood quality of life. The project focused on updating the City's truck route network and
Mobility Element to address truck -related impacts such as noise, vibration, traffic safety concerns, and
air quality effects in residential areas and other sensitive locations.
Dates of Work Performed: 2025- Ongoing
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS UPDATE
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PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The Michael Baker team understands that the Circulation, Safety, and Conservation/Open Space Elements must be
completed by January 1, 2028. To meet this deadline, Michael Baker will revisit all three Elements to ensure compliance with
relevant legislation, including Senate Bill 1425 (Open Space Element Updates), Assembly Bill 1889 (Room to Roam),
Assembly Bill 98 (Logistics Use & Freight Movement), and Assembly Bill2684 (Safety Element Update). The team will also
verify the accuracy and relevance of existing terminology and descriptions within each Element. Climate resiliency will be a
consistent theme throughout the analysis. The following tasks have been structured to complete these Elements within the
specified timeframe:
• Task 1
Project Initiation and Project Management
• Task 2
Community Engagement
• Task
Circulation Element
• Task 4
Safety Element
• Task 5
Conservation/Open Space Element
• Task 6
CEGA Compliance - General Plan EIR Addendum
• Task 7
Public Review and Adoption of Elements
Task 1 Project Initiation and Project Management
The Michael Baker team will gather all necessary information to deliver the services outlined in this proposal and will work
collaboratively with the City to define project goals. Committed to staying within the agreed -upon budget and schedule, the
Michael Baker team will actively monitor progress to ensure key milestones are met. Michael Baker remains flexible and can
adjust the scope of work as needed to align with the City's evolving requirements.
Task 1.1 Project Management
Ms. Clarke will be responsible for the day-to-day management and overall supervision of the Planning, Circulation,
Landscape Architecture, Natural Resources, and Environmental Teams. This task will include coordination of Michael Baker's
internal teams, Fehr & Peers, and City leadership through progress monitoring, invoicing, progress reports, maintenance of
project files, and maintaining scope and schedule. It is Michael Baker's goal to serve as an extension of City staff throughout
the Project.
Task 1.2 Regular Coordination Meetings
Michael Baker will conduct ongoing virtual coordination meetings with the City. Michael Baker recommends meeting on a
twice -monthly basis. It is anticipated that the meeting attendees will include the City's Project Manager and Ms. Clarke.
However, Michael Baker will work with the City to determine the appropriate method, format and attendees for each
coordination meeting. Advisorsand Subject Matter Experts (SME) may participate in these meetings on an as -needed basis,
according to the project progress. During these meetings, key items of discussion that objectives and milestones will be
tracked within the project schedule. The status meetings shall occur to ensure the project remains on time and within budget,
and expectations are defined. Michael Baker shall develop a summary of meeting notes to be distributed to the City. The
meeting notes will be concise, and will include a defined list of decisions, actions, and responsible party.
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Task 1.3 Kick -Off Meeting
The Michael Baker team will conduct a virtual kick-off meeting with the City's Project Management team. Each of the Element
leads, John Muggridge (Circulation), Noelle Anderson (Safety), and Valerie Clarke (Conservation/Open Space), will be in
attendance. At this meeting, Michael Baker will review and refine the proposed scope of work, project schedule,
communications protocol and deliverables, and branding material. This meeting will also be used to discuss staff
expectations, data needs, preliminary community outreach approach and content framing regarding the requirements of
various senate and assembly bills. The outcome of this discussion will be a comprehensive, clear, and actionable framework
for moving the project forward.
Task 1 Deliverables
• Confirm project schedule
• Up to 28 coordination meetings
• Monthly invoices
• Meeting agenda and summaries with action items
Task 2 Community Engagement
Michael Baker understands that community engagement is an ongoing dialogue and is to be integrated throughout the entire
Project. Engaging local community members can be challenging for a variety of reasons, such as work schedules, family
commitments, mobility and accessibility constraints, etc.The Michael Baker team's approach is based on the principle that a
successful project requires support from local stakeholders and community members. To achieve this, the Michael Baker
team utilizes a multi -faceted approach to public engagement. Various tools, including a community meeting, stakeholder
interviews, a survey, and media material are used to reach the widest possible audience. Michael Baker is well-equipped to
create a safe and welcoming environment for community members to express their opinions and concerns. Feedback
gathered from public engagement and the client team will be assessed for common themes and any potential conflicts
discussed before undertaking final documentation.
Task2.1 Projecteranding
Michael Baker will collaborate with City staff to develop a cohesive branding concept for the General Plan Elements. This
branding will be guided by the City's established standards, along with any supplemental direction provided. The Michael
Baker team will create theming elements such as project names or taglines, logos, graphics, and report templates to ensure
consistency throughout the planning process. All deliverables will align with the City's overall branding. If preferred, the
Michael Baker team can retain the existing General Plan Element style and formatting or offer updated design options that
build upon the current layout.
Task2.2 Community Meeting
To ensure a readily accessible public engagement experience, Michael Baker will coordinate, schedule, host, and lead up to
two (2) in -person Community Meeting to discuss all three (3) Elements, Circulation, Safety, and Conservation/Open Space.
The intent is that the in -person meetings will be focused on broad ideas from the community and existing conditions and
Limitations. The community will have the opportunity to express their interests, needs, and concerns. The Michael Bakerteam
will collaborate with the City to identify appropriate methods, locations, and timings to optimize community participation.
The Community Meetings can be a standalone event or be co -located at a pop-up booth at a community event such as
farmer's markets, summer concert series and night block parties to cultural festivals and charity cook -offs. As facilitators,
the Michael Baker team will guide participants through the agenda and activities while fostering a collaborative and inclusive
atmosphere. Community Meeting activities may include:
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• An icebreaker activity to help participants become acquainted and feel comfortable sharing ideas,
• A presentation to share relevant data, research findings, case studies, or examples to inform and inspire
participants about circulation, mobility, parks, recreation, conservation, sustainability, etc.
• A brainstorming session for participants to generate ideas, solutions, and recommendations.
• Group discussions that divide participants into smaller, more manageable groups to tackle topics.
In the Community Meetings, the materials and engagement activities will address the entire project area oriented for
participants with a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and interests. Up to three (3) Michael Baker team members
will participate in the Community Meetinsg, depending on the specific location, timing, and approach chosen. All outreach
efforts will be documented thoroughly, including sign -in sheets, summaries, and photographs. Michael Baker will compile,
summarize, and synthesize input collected through the Community Meetings. Input will be evaluated to determine common
themes, areas of consensus, and differing perspectives, with consideration given to the varying needs of residents across
geographic areas, age groups, and user types. The resulting findings will be documented in a clear and concise summary and
will directly inform the needs assessment, strategic recommendations, and prioritization the three General Plan Elements.
Task2.3 Stakeholder Meetings
In our experience, Circulation Element updates benefit from direct meetings with stakeholders to discuss the planning
process.There are three primary stakeholder groups that must be part of the process to ensure continuity in truck routes
across jurisdictionalboundaries: I)the local community, 2) business/industry operators in the City that require truck access,
and 3) adjacent jurisdictions. In addition, direct coordination with local non -governmental organizations, including those
representing environmentaljustice and disadvantaged communities, is essential. The team willwork with the City to identify
a list of stakeholders, develop a stakeholder engagement schedule, and develop content for each of the stakeholder group
engagement activities.
Public outreach is a critical compliance factor for designating truck routes and is required by AB 98/SB 415. We are aware of
three agencies that have been directly contacted by the Attorney General's Office requesting detailed information about their
public engagement plans and efforts to obtain community input in the truck route planning process. The team will work with
the City to identify key businesses and industrial developers (if applicable) that require, or will require, Class 7 and 8 truck
access. One-on-one interviews with up to five (5) industry stakeholders will be conducted. A critical element of
implementation and enforcement is ensuring that truck routes do not start or stop at jurisdictional limits. When this occurs,
it is challenging for truck drivers to comply and difficult for police officers to enforce. The City is surrounded by
unincorporated Los Angeles County who will be contacted as part of this effort. The County of Los Angeles has not yet
adopted truck routes. It is recommended that the City meet with the County to discuss interjurisdictional truck routes. For
this effort, we are planning for up to two (2) virtual calls.
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Task2.4 Community Survey
Michael Baker will utilize Social Pinpoint, SurveyMonkey, or a similar
engagement platform to develop and administer a community survey
throughout the planning process. The survey will focus on identifying
community priorities, opportunities, needs, and concerns related to all three
(3) Elements, Circulation, Safety, and Conservation/Open Space. The survey
will be launched in conjunction with the first Community Meeting and will be
made available through the City's website, social media platforms, and other
outreach channels. This survey will be provided in English and Spanish.
Example survey questions or opportunities include:
An option to ask key questions followed by an option to drop pins
on a map and leave comments about truck -related problems that
respondents are experiencing.
A matrix question asking respondents to identify the safety concerns, such as wildfire, flooding, extreme heat,
earthquakes, or other hazards.
A map feature to drop pins on areas that can benefit from improved community access to parks and open space or
areas where the community has seen wildlife.
Following the close of the survey, Michael Baker will prepare a memorandum summarizing the survey findings and
community input. The summarywill include narrative descriptions, charts, infographics, and othervisual materials to clearly
communicate key findings and increase accessibility of the information. Visual communication techniques help improve
understanding and encourage broader community engagement by presenting information in a clear and memorable format.
The analysis will consider principles of equity, inclusivity, and environmental stewardship, ensuring that a variety of
community perspectives are represented. While not all recommendations generated through the outreach process may
ultimately be incorporated into the Element, the project team will be prepared to clearly communicate how community input
informed the planning process and the rationale behind key policy and planning decisions.
Task2.5 Promotional Material
The Michael Baker team will design up to three (3) visually compelling promotional flyers tailored for multi -channel
distribution. Each flyer will available for email blasts, embedded on the project website, and/or adapted for social media
platforms. The Michael Baker team can include OR codes to direct viewers to the City's website or to the directions for the
Community Meetings or launch of the Survey. The Michael Baker team can either create this flyer in Illustrator or Canva
formats to allow for easy updates by the City if preferred. The City will be responsible for distributing the promotional content
through its website, social media channels, newsletters, printed mailings, and other relevant outlets.
Task Deliverables
• Meeting presentation and content for two (2) Community Meetings
• Outreach collateral including boards, agendas, sign -in sheet and meeting summary
• Up to five (5) industry stakeholder interviews
• Two (2) virtual meetings with Los Angeles County
• One (1) virtual coordination meeting with SCAG (MPO)
• Community Survey and Survey summary narrative, up to five (5) pages MS Word and Adobe PDF
• Branding guidelines for the three (3) Elements, up to six (6) pages, in MS Word or Adobe PDF format
• Three (3) promotional material to advertise the Community Meeting created in Illustrator or Canva
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Top images: The Michael Baker team hosting outdoor Community Meetings at existing events for a General Plan Element Updates;
Bottom images: The Michael Baker team hosting Community Meetings through formal presentations and acitivity boards.
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Task 3 Circulation Element Update
Senate Bill 415 (SB 415), signed into law October 3, 2025, requires cities to re-evaluate and designate truck routes, as well
as adopt new siting and building standards for logistics uses. The key intent of the legislation is to minimize freight impacts
on sensitive receptors. Truck routes have always been a sensitive topic: goods movement is necessary to serve residents and
businesses alike, but moving goods by trucks and trains often creates environmental nuisances such as pollution, dust and
noise.
The City designated its truck route network in the 2011 General Plan Circulation Element, not through a specific truck route
ordinance as it broadly classifies "all streets designated as Major and Secondary Highways" as approved truck routes
(Objective C 2.4). This approach is different to many Cities that identify discrete, individually analyzed travel routes. This
does not comply with what AB 98/SB 415 (Gov. Code § 65302.02) requires: those laws mandate that the circulation element
affirmatively identify and establish specific truck routes that maximize use of interstate/state highways first, avoid
residential areas and sensitive receptors, and only use arterials/collectors when state highways aren't available. This is
more of a route by route, impact conscious designation, not a blanket policy.
While the City's truck route network is contained in its General Plan Mobility Element, it has not been formally adopted by
ordinance and codified. Under AB 98, all cities were required to amend their general plan mobility elements to incorporate a
truck route map. SB 415 subsequently added an alternative compliance path, permitting non -Warehouse Concentration
Region jurisdictions, which includes Santa Clarita, to adopt a truck route ordinance in lieu of amending their circulation
element. This scope is structured around a full Circulation Element amendment, which will identify and establish specific
truck routes, update roadway classifications, and incorporate the necessary goals, policies, and implementation measures
directly into the Circulation Element consistent with AB 98/SB 415 (Gov. Code § 65302.02).
Task 3.1 Existing Conditions Research, Review, and Data Collection
Fehr & Peers will evaluate the existing truck routes. We will conduct a field inventory of truck route -related signage within
City limits and document the exact location of the signs, sign type, size, condition, retroreflectivity, mounting height,
orientation, and visibility, as well as the sign's compliance with the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(CAMUTCD). A GIS layer of the sign locations and a photo -database of all signs, including installation context, will be
prepared. As part of this effort, missing, damaged, non -compliant, and obsolete signs will be flagged.
AB 981SB 415 Compliance Review
There are four key steps for evaluating existing truck routes for AB 98/SB 415 compliance:
1. Roadway Classification
2. Design
3. Land Use Considerations
4. Access
First, Fehr & Peers will prepare a GIS map to compare the City's General Plan roadway classifications to Caltrans' functional
classifications and flag any inconsistencies. If the City's designation exceeds Caltrans' functional classification, we will
coordinate with Public Works to determine next steps. For example, for the City of Ontario, Fehr & Peers identified two major
six -lane arterials constructed per the City's General Plan buildout classification that Caltrans continued to functionally
classify as two-lane local roadways. We worked with the City to provide Caltrans with the necessary documentation to
change the functional classifications consistent with the City's General Plan classification and their designation as truck
routes.
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Second, we will meet with Santa Clarita Public Works staff to confirm that existing truck routes are designed to accommodate
heavy-duty trucks and determine if there are any existing truck routes with design deficiencies. As part of this step, we will
also review the City's minimum street design standards and standard roadway cross sections against the latest state and
federal design guidance (e.g., Caltrans Highway Design Manual, AASHTO Green Book, and applicable Complete Streets
requirements) to confirm the cross sections proposed for designated truck routes remain current and adequate for heavy -
vehicle turning movements, pavement loading, and multimodal accommodation.
Third, we will add a GIS layer of sensitive receptors. This layer will depict the different types of sensitive receptors, such as
schools, parks, hospitals, daycare facilities, etc. Lastly, Fehr & Peers will layer additional GIS data depicting logistics and
industrial land uses, as well as any parcels zoned for industrial uses. We will also map existing truck routes, including
freeways. Together, these four pieces will provide the initial basis for evaluating existing truck routes and identifying needed
updates.
Truck Route NetworkAnalysis
Fehr & Peers will evaluate truck routing pursuant to AB 98/SB 415 requirements for designating truck routes throughout the
City. The analysis will consider existing and planned "logistics uses" as defined in AB 98/SB 415 to ensure they are accessible
by a designated truck route. Truck routes will also be assessed pursuant to AB 98/SB 415 requirements relating to proximity
to sensitive receptors. Interjurisdictional truck access will also be considered. We will analyze truck routing activity in the
City through a two-step approach. We will begin by using the truck GPS data, which uses fleet telematics. This analysis will
provide a snapshot of where trucks are moving in the community. Next, we will identify truck -generating uses and delve into
the corridors to analyze temporal and seasonal factors associated with trucks moving through your community. However, it's
important to understand that truck GPS data is a sample, so it only represents anywhere from one percent to 25 percent of
the total truck traffic on a corridor. If changes to truck routes are proposed, we will collect classification counts on the routes
that will be impacted by the change. These counts will assist with understanding how representative the GPS data is on the
affected corridor and also provide the basis for analyzing potential impacts of changing the City's truck routes. For example,
if an existing truck route is removed, it will be necessary to understand how many trucks would be shifted to an alternative
route. If there are sensitive receptors on a proposed route that would be receiving the additional truck traffic, we will need to
analyze the potential air quality, noise and safety impacts. Classification counts would be needed on both the existing truck
route and the proposed alternative truck route.
Next, we will assess the compatibility of land uses and zoning along the existing truck routes. We will map the sensitive
receptors as defined by AB 98/SB 415 and work closely with the City to identify routes that avoid sensitive receptors to the
extent feasible. As part of this exercise, we will also consider the roadway design findings to assess the roadway's
compatibility for accommodating trucks, such as pavement type and thickness, lane widths, intersection turning radii, and
facilities, such as bike lanes, sidewalks, and transit stops, that serve other modes. In parallel with the GPS and classification
count analysis, we will review the City's completed traffic studies and the latest City travel demand model to identify forecast
truck and heavy -vehicle volumes on candidate truck routes, ensuring our recommendations are consistent with the City's
existing planning -level traffic data and do not conflict with previously studied intersection or corridor improvements.
Understanding truck access needs and overall truck patterns is also important for coordinating with neighboring
jurisdictions, as well as with Caltrans and the Southern California Association of Governments (SLAG), the region's
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), to ensure consistency with regional goods movement and mobility plans.
Without a coordinated effort, truck routes cannot be effectively enforced, so it is critical that agencies work together. We will
facilitate meetings between agencies, including SCAG, to coordinate truck routing decisions. Information gathered will be
used to identify potential changes to truck routes. Alternative truck routes will be analyzed using the same information.
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Task3.2 Policy Development
Fehr & Peers will prepare the Circulation Element amendment that carries forward the technical findings from the previous
tasks such as the truck route designations, roadway classification updates, and supporting analysis into General Plan goals,
policies, and implementation measures that comply with AB 98/SB 415. Based on the technical analysis conducted in Task 3
and the Stakeholder Engagement input received in Task 2, Fehr & Peers will prepare a set of truck route recommendations
that meet the following legislative requirements:
• Identify travel routes for the transport of goods, materials, or freight for storage, transfer, or redistribution to safely
accommodate additional truck traffic and avoid residential areas and sensitive receptors;
• Maximize the use of interstate or state divided highways as preferred routes for truck routes. Maximize the use of
arterial roads, major thoroughfares, and predominantly commercially oriented local streets when state or
interstate highways are not utilized;
• Ensure that truck routes comply with the following:
o Major or minor collector streets and roads that predominantly serve commercially oriented uses must be
used for truck routes only when strictly necessary to reach existing industrial zones;
o Trucks must be routed via transportation arteries that minimize exposure to sensitive receptors; and
o On and after January 1, 2028, all proposed development of a logistics use development must be
accessible via arterial roads, major thoroughfares, or roads the predominantly serve commercially
oriented uses. For purposes of the mobility element, local roads shall be considered to predominantly
serve commercial uses if more the 50 percent of the properties fronting the road within 1,000 feet are
designated for commercial or industrial use according to the local zoning ordinance
Fehr & Peers will prepare a GIS map that will be published on the City's website and made available pursuant to the
requirements of AB 98/SB 415.
Task3.3 Circulation Element Draft Development
The Fehr & Peers team will prepare administrative draft amendments to the Circulation Element incorporating the findings,
maps, policies, and implementation measures developed through the preceding tasks. The draft amendments will include
updated circulation, mobility, and goods movement information necessary to address applicable AB 98/SB 415.
requirements, while remaining consistent with the City's existing General Plan framework and recently adopted planning
efforts.
Task Deliverables:
• Technical memorandum summarizing existing conditions findings, data sources, and mapping products (Word
Document, with figures produced in GIS and Adobe Creative Suite)
o Truck Route Sign Inventory Photo Database and GIS layer
o Existing Truck Routes
o Draft truck route alternatives and recommendations
o Existing and proposed truck routes in GIS (compatible with the City of Santa Clarita's existing GIS
system)
Administrative Draft policy framework (Word Document)
o GIS Truck Route Map
Internal Draft Circulation Element Amendment (Microsoft Word and PDF)
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Task 4 Safety Element Update
Task 4.1 Existing Conditions Research, Review and Data Collection
The Michael Baker team will conduct a targeted review of the City's existing Safety Element, 2021 Local Hazard Mitigation
Plan (LHMP), and 2026 LHMP Update to identify existing policies, hazard assessments, and vulnerability information related
to extreme heat. Michael Baker will compile and evaluate relevant state, regional, and localdatasets (including the California
Heat Assessment Tool, California Extreme Heat Scoring System, Healthy Places Index) and other internal City sources to
characterize community exposure, vulnerability, and sensitivity to extreme heat hazards.
The Michael Baker team will coordinate data development with the Conservation/Open Space Element Update to ensure
consistency across General Plan elements where topics intersect, including urban forestry, tree canopy coverage, heat
island effects, open space resources, and related resilience indicators. Michael Baker will document historic extreme heat
events and occurrences affecting the planning area and prepare maps, figures, and supporting graphics illustrating key
extreme heat vulnerabilities, geographic risk patterns, and disadvantaged or disproportionately affected populations, as
appropriate. The team will summarize the findings into a Technical Memorandum, which will identify areas requiring
revisions and provide recommendations to guide preparation of the Element, including recommendations on the
incorporation of environmental justice policies where applicable.
Task4.2 Policy Development
Using information developed through Task 4.1 and the City's current LHMP, the Michael Baker team will prepare
recommendations for Safety Element goals, policies, and implementation measures addressing extreme heat hazards.
Recommendations will build upon the City's existing Safety Element framework, maintain consistency with the 2026 LHMP
Update, and support integration with applicable climate adaptation, resilience, public health, emergency preparedness, and
open space planning efforts.
As a value-added service, the Michael Baker team will also coordinate the Safety Element update with the City's 2026 Local
Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) Update adoption process and incorporate the LHMP by reference in accordance with AB 2140.
By integrating these efforts into the AB 2684 update process, the City can efficiently position itself to maintain eligibility for
enhanced State cost -share assistance for eligible Public Assistance projects following a presidentially declared disaster,
while avoiding the need for a separate Safety Element amendment in the future.
Michael Baker will prepare a draft policy framework designed to address applicable requirements of AB 2684 and AB 2140,
while maintaining consistency across General Plan elements. Policy recommendations will be provided in a Word Document,
identifying proposed additions, modifications, and updates to Safety Element goals, policies and implementation measures
related to extreme heat and AB 2684.
Task 4.3 Safety Element Draft Development
The Michael Baker team will prepare administrative draft amendments to the Safety Element incorporating the findings,
maps, policies, and implementation measures developed through Tasks 4.1 and 4.2. The draft amendments will include
updated extreme heat hazard information, vulnerability analysis, and policy content necessary to address applicable AB
2684 requirements, while remaining consistent with the City's existing General Plan framework and recently updated LHMP.
The Safety Element will be prepared as a focused amendment to the Safety Element, emphasizing clear, concise updates
that integrate new extreme heat information and resilience strategies without unnecessarily restructuring the existing
document. Michael Baker will provide a draft Safety Element for internal review, assuming one round of comments.
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Task4 Deliverables:
• Technical memorandum summarizing existing conditions findings, data sources, and mapping products (Word
Document, with figures produced in GIS and Adobe Creative Suite)
• Administrative Draft policy framework (Word Document)
• Internal Draft Safety Element Amendment (Microsoft Word and PDF)
Tasks Conservation/Open Space Element Update
Task 5.1 Existing Conditions Research, Review, and Data Collection
Michael Baker has extensive experience preparing and updating Conservation and Open Space Elements throughout
California and will work closely with the City of Santa Clarita to develop an updated Conservation and Open Space Element
that reflects current conditions, regulatory requirements, and community priorities. Building upon the City's 2011
Conservation and Open Space Element, the interdisciplinary team will evaluate existing open space resources, parks, trails,
biological resources, wildlife corridors, groundwater recharge areas, scenic resources, and recreational assets throughout
the Santa Clarita Valley. Particular attention will be given to topics identified in the current Element, including environmental
sustainability, habitat connectivity, climate resilience, open space preservation, recreational trail systems, and protection of
the Santa Clara River corridor and surrounding natural resource areas.
To gain a thorough understanding of existing conditions, Michael Baker will collect and review available plans, studies, GIS
datasets, technical reports, and resource inventories prepared since the adoption of the 2011 Conservation and Open Space
Element. The team will assess how conditions have changed over the past fifteen years, including open space acquisitions,
trail expansions, habitat conservation efforts, park improvements, climate adaptation initiatives, and evolving environmental
regulations. Using GIS and other analytical tools, the team will prepare updated base maps and supporting documentation
to evaluate existing conditions and identify opportunities, constraints, and data gaps. This assessment will serve as the
foundation for the Conservation and Open Space Element update and help ensure that future policies, goals, and
implementation strategies continue to support Santa Clarita's vision for a sustainable, resilient, connected, and
environmentally responsible community. The team will summarize the findings into a Technical Memorandum, which will
identify areas requiring revisions and provide recommendations to guide preparation of the Element, including
recommendations on the incorporation of environmental justice policies where applicable.
Potential new maps may include:
• Proximity: Analysis of community access to various parks within a specified walking radius of the City.
• Accessibility and Connectivity: Ensuring the maps depict how parks and open spaces are interconnected to
promote accessibility and encourage the use of greenways and trails.
• Tree Inventory Map: noting the locations of trees through a density map or highlighting gaps of canopy coverage.
• Urban Heat Island Mapping (vegetated/non-vegetated): Pulling in any relevant existing vegetation mapping or
using aerial imagery to outline vegetated vs. non -vegetated.
• Wildlife/Corridor Movement: looking at statewide wildlife movement layers (will include local layers where
available) to understand wildlife movement in the City.
Review Existing Element
Michael Baker will conduct a review of the City of Santa Clarita's existing Conservation and Open Space Element to evaluate
whetherthe existing conditions, trends, and planning issues identified in the 2011 General Plan remain accurate and relevant
or require updates to reflect current conditions. The review will focus on key topic areas including Environmental
Sustainability, Biological Resources (including wildlife corridors, habitat connectivity, and rewilding opportunities), Climate
Change and greenhouse gas reduction initiatives, Open Space Resources and preservation efforts, and Recreational Trails
and trail system conditions. This assessment will identify changes in regulatory requirements, environmental conditions,
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conservation priorities, and community needs that have occurred since adoption of the 2011 Element and will inform
recommendations for updates to policies, goals, and implementation measures
Accessibility Ana laysis
Michael Baker will evaluate the accessibility, connectivity, and overa[If unction of Santa Clarita's extensive network of parks,
open spaces, trails, and natural resource areas identified in the Conservation and Open Space Element. The assessment will
consider how residents access and use these resources, the connectivity between major open space areas, wildlife
corridors, recreation facilities, and trail systems, and how these assets support community health, recreation, habitat
conservation, and environmental sustainability. Building upon the City's existing inventory of parks, open spaces, trail
corridors, and conservation lands, the team will document changes that have occurred since adoption of the 2011
Conservation and Open Space Element, including acquisitions of open space, trail expansions, park improvements, habitat
preservation efforts, and other recreational amenities. The analysis will incorporate available community input and City staff
feedback to identify priorities, opportunities, and gaps related to open space access, trail connectivity, scenic resources, and
recreation opportunities. Findings will help inform updates to the Conservation and Open Space Element and provide a
framework for future management and preservation efforts that support Santa Clarita's goals for a resilient, connected, and
sustainable open space system.
Rewilding Opportunities Analysis
Michael Baker will conduct a high-level assessment of rewilding and ecological restoration opportunities throughout Santa
Clarita, building upon the extensive network of open space areas, wildlife corridors, natural canyons, and habitat linkages
identified in the City's existing Conservation and Open Space Element. The assessment will focus on opportunities to
enhance habitat connectivity between key resource areas, including the Santa Clara River corridor, Santa Clarita Woodlands,
Whitney Canyon, Elsmere Canyon, Placerita Canyon, and other designated open space lands and wildlife movement
corridors. The team will evaluate opportunities to restore native vegetation communities, improve ecosystem function,
enhance biodiversity, and strengthen connections between existing habitat areas to support wildlife movement and long-
term ecological resilience. Using GIS and available environmental data, Michael Baker will prepare mapping and geospatial
analyses to identify priority restoration and rewilding opportunities, potential habitat gaps, and areas where ecological
enhancements could complement the City's open space preservation goals. The assessment will be informed by available
data and coordination with City staff and will build upon existing Conservation and Open Space Element policies related to
biological resources, wildlife corridors, open space preservation, and environmental sustainability. This effort will consist
of a high-level desktop analysis and does not include field verification, protocol -level biological surveys, orspecies-specific
studies.
Task5.2 Policy Development
Using information developed through Task 5.1 and the City's current Conservation/Open Space Element, the Michael Baker
team will prepare recommendations to clearly respond to Government Code 65560 through 65562, SB 1425, and AB 1889,
To ensure the Conservation and Open Space Element complies with SB 1425 and AB 1889, Michael Baker will analyze and
research the required components, update the existing General Plan Elements, and make policy recommendations in line
with the requirements. Michael Baker will address the potential policy recommendations for the following items as noted in
the Legislative text:
SB 1425:
Access to open space for residents that considers social, economic, and racial equity.
Climate resilience policies or best practices and other co -benefits of open space, correlated with the Safety
Element within the City's General Plan.
Rewilding opportunities and policies, correlated with the Land Use Element within the City's General Plan.
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• May include policies to preserve, enhance, and expand an integrated network of open space to support beneficial
uses, such as habitat, recreation, natural resources, historic and tribal resources, water management, and
aesthetics.
May include a natural resources conservation plan to provide for coordinated mitigation of the impacts of new
development within the City.
AB 1889:
• Policies to minimize adverse impacts by development and human activities to wildlife in the City.
• Address shifts to wildlife due to climate change.
• Policy targets for the City to conserve a percentage of land and coastal waters by 2030 to combat the climate and
biodiversity crisis, in relation to California's goals.
• Policies to protect, restore, and improve fish and wildlife and habitat connectivity.
• Policy targets to avoid, minimize, and mitigate impacts to fish, wildlife, and habitat connectivity from existing and
planned land uses within the City.
Rewilding Opportunities:
Rather than focusing on species reintroduction, the assessment will emphasize practical and achievable strategies for
habitat enhancement, landscape connectivity, native vegetation restoration, watershed health, and long-term stewardship
of the City's natural resources. Following the analysis, Michael Baker will prepare a technical memorandum summarizing
findings, opportunities, and recommendations related to habitat conservation, wildlife connectivity, ecological restoration,
and environmental resilience. The memorandum will include maps, GIS analyses, graphics, and tabular summaries to
support updates to the Conservation and Open Space Element and provide recommendations for future goals, policies,
implementation measures, and resource management priorities. This effort will consist of a high-level desktop assessment
and will not include field verification, protocol -level biological surveys, or species -specific investigations.
Task 5.3 Conservation/Open Space Element Draft Development
The Michael Baker team will prepare administrative draft updates to Santa Clarita's Conservation and Open Space Element
that incorporate the findings, mapping, analyses, goals, policies, and implementation measures developed through the
existing conditions, resource assessment, open space, trail, and habitat connectivity tasks. The update will focus on ensuring
that the Element reflects current conditions and community priorities while building upon the framework established in the
City's 2011 Conservation and Open Space Element. Areas of emphasis will include environmental sustainability, biological
resources, wildlife corridors and habitat connectivity, climate resilience, open space preservation, recreational trails, scenic
resources, and stewardship of the Santa Clara River corridor and surrounding natural resource areas.
Michael Baker understands the importance of preparing a concise, visually engaging, and user-friendly planning document
that will serve as a valuable resource for City staff, decision -makers, stakeholders, and the public over the coming years.
The updated Element will be supported by high -quality mapping, graphics, charts, photographs, GIS-based analyses, and
technical illustrations that clearly communicate key findings and recommendations. The document will include updated
inventories and assessments of open space resources, parks, trails, biological resources, Significant Ecological Areas,
wildlife corridors, groundwater recharge areas, and scenic resources, along with recommendations for conservation, habitat
enhancement, ecological connectivity, climate adaptation, and recreational access.
The draft Element will also include recommended goals, policies, implementation programs, and priority actions designed
to support the City's long-term vision for environmental stewardship, open space conservation, biodiversity protection,
recreational opportunities, and sustainable growth. Recommendations wilt build upon existing Conservation and Open Space
Element policies while addressing changes in environmental conditions, conservation priorities, open space acquisitions,
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trail system expansions, habitat preservation efforts, and climate resilience initiatives that have occurred since adoption of
the current Element. The result will be a modernized Conservation and Open Space Element that provides a clear policy
framework for preserving Santa Clarita's unique natural resources, extensive open space system, and interconnected
network of parks, trails, wildlife corridors, and recreational assets.
Tasks Deliverables:
• Technical memorandum summarizing existing conditions findings, data sources, and mapping products (Word
Document, with figures produced in GIS and Adobe Creative Suite)
• Administrative Draft policy framework (Word Document)
• Internal Draft Conservation/Open Space Element Amendment (Microsoft Word and PDF)
Task 6 CEQA Compliance - General Plan EIR Addendum
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Michael Baker will prepare the appropriate California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documentation for the adoption of
the Circulation, Safety, and Conservation/Open Space Elements Update (Elements Update). We understand the Elements
Update includes identifying a truck route network in the Circulation Element; addressing extreme heat risks and
vulnerabilities in the Safety Element; and identification of wildlife habitat connectivity areas, natural landscapes, and
landscape permeability and implementation measures addressing wildlife movement and habitat connectivity in the
Conservation/Open Space Element. While the updates to the Safety and Conservation/Open Space Elements alone would
likely be exempt from CEQA (e.g., Common Sense Exemption, Class 8 Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the
Environment), the inclusion of the Circulation Element Update in the project may preclude the use of an exemption. While no
CEQA exemption appears to clearly apply, as part of our CEQA scope, Michael Baker's CEQA team will review potential
alternative CEQA pathways, including potential CEQA exemptions, in consultation with the Community Development
Department and City Attorney (as appropriate).
Based on our preliminary review of the project, an Addendum to the City's General Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR)
(SCH #2008071133) appears to be an appropriate and streamlined CEQA option for the proposed Elements Update. We have
successfully used this approach on other similar non-exempt, but minor -to -modest in scope, General Plan Element updates
and zoning ordinance revisions. Hence, our proposed scope and fee assume the preparation of an Addendum to the City's
General Plan EIR. In addition, since we assume that the establishment of a truck route network in the Circulation Element will
not include the identification of any specific roadway improvements, we assume that the analysis in the Addendum will be
qualitative and that no technical studies will be needed to support the Addendum.
Task6.1 Meetings and Task Management
A virtual kickoff meeting with City staff will be conducted to initiate the work effort, review project information, and discuss
the details of the project description and CEQA schedule.
Michael Baker will engage in regular communications with City staff, as necessary. This is anticipated to include emails and
up to three (3) virtual meetings to expedite the completion of the Addendum.
Task6.2 Prepare Addendum Report
Michael Baker will prepare administrative draft, proof -check draft, and final iterations of an Addendum to the City's General
Plan EIR. We anticipate the Addendum will include the following sections:
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• Background and Introduction: This section will introduce the Addendum; provide background on the statutory
requirements of CEQA; and describe the history of the City's General Plan and the purpose of the proposed
updates to the Circulation, Safety, and Conservation/Open Space Elements.
• Project Description: Michael Baker will prepare a detailed description of the proposed updates to the Circulation,
Safety, and Conservation/Open Space Elements.
• Comparative environmental impact analysis: Michael Baker will qualitatively evaluate the proposed Elements
Update and compare its potential environmental effects to those of the General Plan for all impact topics analyzed
in the certified EIR. This proposal assumes that there will not be any new significant impacts beyond those
identified in the General Plan EIR or a substantial increase in the severity of any of the previously identified
significant impacts. Should any such impacts be identified, we will consult with City staff regarding next steps.
• Determination statement to support approval of the Addendum: Michael Baker will provide a determination
statement that none of the circumstances identified in CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 have occurred (generally,
no changes in the project, changes in the circumstances, or new information that result in new significant
environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects), and that
the Addendum will satisfy CEQA requirements for the proposed updates to the Circulation, Safety, and
Conservation/Open Space Elements.
Task6.3 Prepare Notice of Determination
Michael Baker will prepare a Notice of Determination (NOD) for the project. Once the proposed Elements Update is adopted
by the City Council, it is assumed that the City will provide a signed and dated version of the NOD to Michael Baker for filing
with the Los Angeles County Clerk's Office, and for uploading it to State Clearinghouse via CEOAnet. Michael Baker assumes
that the City will provide either proof of prior payment of CA Department of Fish and Wildlife fees from the General Plan EIR
NOD or a check for the payment of such fees.
Task 6 Deliverables:
• Administrative Draft Addendum (electronic)
• Proof -check Addendum (electronic)
• Final Addendum (electronic)
• Notice of Determination (electronic)
• Filing of NOD with the Los Angeles County Clerk
• Uploading NOD to the State Clearinghouse
Task 7 Public Review and Adoption of Elements
Task7.1 Internal Review of Draft Elements
The Michael Baker team will facilitate one (1) internal review cycle of the Administrative Draft Elements, including the
Circulation, Safety, and Conservation/Open Space Elements. Draft documents will be provided electronically in Microsoft
Word format utilizing redline and track changes functionality and made available through a secure SharePoint site or other
mutually agreed -upon file sharing platform. Review participants will provide comments directly within the draft documents
during the established review period.
Upon completion of the review period, the Michael Baker team will consolidate all comments into a single, coordinated set
of review comments and identify conflicting or duplicative feedback for resolution. The Michael Baker team will evaluate
proposed revisions for consistency with applicable State laws, General Plan requirements, adopted City policies, regional
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planning documents, and relevant regulatory guidance. Based on this review, the Michael Baker team will incorporate
appropriate revisions into the Public Review Draft Elements and prepare responses to significant policy or technical
comments, as needed.
Task7.2 Public Review of Draft Elements
Michael Baker will incorporate internal review and comment from Task 7.1 above, to prepare the Public Review Drafts of the
Circulation, Safety, and Conservation/Open Space Elements. These drafts will be submitted electronically to the City for a 30-
day public review period. The City will be responsible for collecting and consolidating any public comments into a single set
to be shared with Michael Baker at the conclusion of the review period. Upon receipt, the team will review the comments and
make any necessary revisions to finalize the Elements for presentation to the Planning Commission and City Council. The
project schedule outlining these timelines is provided in the following section.
Task7.3 Public Hearings andAdoption
Michael Baker will assist the City in presenting the Elements and CEQA documentation at both Planning Commission and City
Council for public hearing and adoption. This scope assumes two informational study sessions (one with the Planning
Commission and one with the City Council) in advance of the formal adoption hearing. These study sessions will allow the
Michael Baker team to present the project, discuss the planning process, and discuss preliminary policy directives. The study
sessions will be attended by a minimum of three Michael Baker team members, including the Project Manager, CEQA lead
and Circulation Element lead. At this stage, it is anticipated that the study sessions will be scheduled in advance of the
adoption hearings, to allow for input or minor changes/comments to be incorporated into each element.
After the study sessions have concluded, Michael Baker will attend two public hearings (one with the Planning Commission
and once with the City Council) to present each element for approval and adoption. Each public hearing will be attended by
a minimum of three Michael Baker team members, including the Project Manager, CEQA lead, and Circulation Element Lead.
At this stage, it is anticipated that feedback from the Planning Commission and City Council will not result in significant
revisions. For both the study sessions and public hearing, the Michael Baker team will prepare presentation materials and
supporting handouts that outline statutory requirements, the collaborative planning process, community feedback received,
and final policy recommendations. Michael Baker will also provide one round of review and comments on the staff reports
prepared by City staff.
Task7.4 Project Closeout
Following receipt of final comments, the team will address all feedback and submit the Final Circulation, Safety, and
Conservation/Open Space Elements in electronic formats for final distribution. At the conclusion of the project, Michael
Baker will conduct a comprehensive closeout process to ensure all deliverables are finalized and aligned with the City's
expectations. This will include a final review of all work products, incorporation of any remaining feedback, and delivery of
all approved documents in both editable and final formats.
In addition to providing a PDF version of the Final Element for easy on -screen viewing and distribution, Michael Baker can
also develop an interactive, web -based version of the plan. Built on the same platform as the PDF to avoid maintaining two
separate versions, the digital plan will feature interactive maps, intuitive navigation, and exploration tools. This format offers
flexible layouts and user-friendly features tailored to the unique needs of the community. Michael Baker will also provide a
copy of all completed work products on an external drive or similar medium at project completion.
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Examples of web -based plans include:
• https://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/development-services/planning/general-plan
• https://www.goodyearaz.gov/qovernment/departments/development-services/planninq-zoning/goodyear-
2035-general-plan
Task 7 Deliverables:
Circulation Element
• One (1) Public Review Draft Circulation Element (MS Word and Adobe PDF)
• Two (2) Planning Commission Hearings for the Circulation Element to present the draft and then the final Element
• Two (2) City Council Hearings for the Circulation Element to present the draft and then the final Element
• Informational presentation and handouts in support of Planning Commission/City Council Hearings
• Final Circulation Element with integrated changes from the Public Review
• Web -based Circulation Element
Safety Element
• One (1) Public Review Draft Safety Element (MS Word and Adobe PDF)
• Two (2) Planning Commission Hearings for the Safety Element to present the draft and then the final Element
• Two (2) City Council Hearings for the Safety Element to present the draft and then the final Element
• Informational presentation and handouts in support of Planning Commission/City Council Hearings
• Final Safety Element with integrated changes from the Public Review
• Web -based Safety Element
Conservation/Open Space Element
• One (1) Public Review Draft Conservation/Open Space Element (MS Word and Adobe PDF)
• Two (2) Planning Commission Hearings forthe Conservation/Open Space Element to present the draft and then the
final Element
• Two (2) City Council Hearings for the Conservation/Open Space Element to present the draft and then the final
Element
• Informational presentation and handouts in support of Planning Commission/City Council Hearings
• Final Conservation/Open Space Element with integrated changes from the Public Review
• Web -based Conservation/Open Space Element
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Optional Tasks- Not Included within the Baseline Fee
1. Truck Route Signage Plan (OPTIONAL)
Building on the signage inventory collected in the Circulation section and the recommended truck routes identified, Fehr &
Peers will develop a truck route signage plan for the City, complete with sign types, installation locations, a phasing plan,
and cost estimate for use in bidding out the work.
Deliverables
Signage Installation Package consisting of:
• Sign location maps
• Sign schedule
• Detailed installation drawings
• Installation phasing plan
• Cost estimate
2. Municipal Code Update for Logistics Uses (OPTIONAL)
AB 98/SB 415 does not explicitly require cities to update their zoning codes; however, the legislation requires that all new
warehouse and logistics development meet 21 st-Century Warehouse standards related to truck circulation, loading,
Landscaping, lighting, and community protection measures. While city staff can apply these standards through conditions
of approval on a case -by -case basis, the absence of codified standards creates an additional administrative burden and
increases the risk of inconsistent application across development applications. To streamline the development review
process and ensure durable, consistent implementation of AB 98/SB 415 requirements, Fehr & Peers will coordinate with a
specialized land use and zoning firm to review the City's existing zoning ordinance and prepare draft zoning code language
that incorporates 21 st-Century Warehouse standards as codified development regulations. This task is optional but
recommended, as updated code language significantly reduces staff review time, minimizes legal exposure from
inconsistent application, and provides applicants with clear, predictable standards at the outset of the entitlement process.
Existing Code Review
The team will review the City's current zoning ordinance, including all applicable industrial and commercial/industrial
zoning districts, overlay zones, and any existing truck route, loading, or landscaping standards. The review will identify
gaps between existing code language and the requirements of AB 98/SB 415, including but not limited to:
• Truck access and on -site circulation standards
• Loading dock quantity, orientation, and setback requirements
• Truck queuing and staging area provisions
• Landscaping and screening buffers adjacent to sensitive receptors
• Lighting standards for truck courts and loading areas
• Prohibited uses and operating hour restrictions where applicable
• Any defined thresholds triggering 21 st-Century Warehouse compliance (e.g., minimum square footage)
3. Draft Zoning Code Language (OPTIONAL)
The team will prepare draft zoning code amendments that incorporate AB 98/SB 415 21 st-Century Warehouse standards
into the City's development regulations. Draft language will be formatted to match the City's existing code structure and
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style, and will include definitions, applicability thresholds, development standards, and any required findings or findings
templates that city staff must make during project review. Draft code language will be provided to city staff and the City
Attorney for review and comment.
Final Zoning Code Language
The team will incorporate comments from city staff and the City Attorney to prepare a final version of the proposed zoning
code amendments. The final code language will be ready for introduction through the City's standard ordinance adoption
process, including any required Planning Commission and City Council hearings. Fehr & Peers can provide staff report
support and attend up to two public hearings as part of this task; additional hearing attendance will be billed as additional
services.
Assumptions
• The City will provide all existing zoning ordinance documents, municipal code sections, and
• any previously adopted warehouse or industrial development standards in digital format.
• Legal review and formal adoption of the ordinance are the responsibility of the City and City
• Attorney; this scope covers technical drafting support only.
• This task assumes one consolidated round of review comments from city staff and the City
• Attorney. Additional revision cycles beyond one round will be billed as additional services.
• Translation of code language into languages other than English is not included in this scope.
Deliverables
• Existing Code Gap Analysis Memorandum
• Draft Zoning Code Amendments (for staff and City Attorney review)
• Final Zoning Code Amendments (incorporating one round of consolidated comments)
• Staff Report Language Support (up to two public hearings)
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PROPOSED PROJECT TIMELINE
The Michael Baker team is equipped to accommodate changes to the schedule, including adjustments to start or end dates, project duration, or the sequence of tasks.
The following project timeline assumes a tentative start date of September 2026 and with the team's ability to complete the project prior to the January 1, 2028
statutory deadline.
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Task 2.2 Community Meetings
Task 2.3 Stakeholder Meetings
Task 2.4 Community Survey
Task 2.5 Promotional Material
Task 3.1 Existing Conditions Research, Review, and Data Collection
Task 3.2 Policy Development
Task 3.3 Circulation Element Draft Development
TASK 4 SAFETY ELEMENT
Task 4.1 Existing Conditions Research, Review and Data Collection
Task 4.2 Policy Development
Task 5.1 Existing Conditions Research, Review and Data Collection
Task 5.2 Policy Development
Task 4.3 Conservation/0 en S ace Element Draft Develo ment
Task 6.1 Meetings and Task Management
Task 6.2 Prepare Addendum Report
Task 7.1 Internal Review of Draft Elements
Task 7.2 Public Review of Draft Elements
Task 7.3 Public Hearings and Adoption
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PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
As our Project Manager, Valerie Clarke, AICP, PLA has considerable experience managing both long range and community
planning projects in southern California. Ms. Clarke will manage the Scope by starting with a clear and in-depth
understanding of the project and then translating this into a comprehensive work plan, manage the schedule by utilizing the
resources of our team to meet the project -specific needs and by rigorously holding ourselves to interim milestones so that
key delivery dates are met, and manage the budget by developing detailed man-hour estimates for each task and vigilantly
monitoring weekly timesheets and status reports to determine if there are areas of the project that require extra attention.
Contract Management - Michael Baker has assembled the resources and developed the procedures needed to properly
execute this agreement. Members of the Michael Baker team have worked together extensively in the past, establishing a
strong and well -functioning Project Team for these Element Updates. Our management approach is to efficiently complete
the assignments within budget and on schedule with complete and transparent client coordination.
Managing Project Scope - Through open communication, documentation of the project goals and objectives in a concept
plan and establishing a clear understanding of project deliverables at the outset, scope creep can be avoided throughout the
execution of the project. Should out -of -scope work be requested or identified, the Project Manager will immediately notify
the liaison staff in writing prior to performing the task. If approved, a formal technical and price proposal will be prepared
and submitted.
Managing Project Costs - After an assignment is received, our Project Manager will establish a budget for the assignment
in Michael Baker's Enterprise Resource Planning (Oracle ERP) system. The budget will be broken down as necessary into
individual tasks (Work Breakdown Structure - WBS) to better track the expenditures on the assignment. In addition to
tracking assignment budgets, the ERP system is used to capture timesheet charges and produce invoices on a monthly basis
for each assignment. ERP has many reports, including the Project Management Report that allows a manager to view weekly
updates to project charges against the established budget, see details on all charges, and provide expected budget variances
based on calculated percent complete estimates for each task of an assignment. Through this vigilant weekly monitoring of
expenditures combined with the monthly senior management Project Status Reviews, adjustments to the work plan can be
made rapidly to keep the project on budget.
Managing Project Schedule -The Michael Bakerteam's overall effort will be controlled by following a detailed Critical Path
Method' schedule driven' Work Plan. By understanding where critical and near -critical activities lie in the schedule (and
where activities with substantial float exist), we can dedicate resources toward attacking production activities with the
greatest overall schedule efficiency. The schedule will identify the total project duration from receipt of NTP to the
submission of the final project deliverables. Major activities, durations, submission dates, required review times,
interdependencies, and critical path items will be identified in this schedule. Michael Bakerwill review and update the project
schedule on a regular basis and provide monthly updates with progress reports. When necessary, Michael Bakerwill develop
and provide a recovery plan/schedule if unanticipated factors affect the originally planned project schedule.
Managing Sub -consultants - The team provides overall project management and coordination of the consultant team
throughout the planning process. As the prime consultant, Michael Baker oversees subconsultant contracts, schedules,
budgets, quality control reviews, and deliverable integration, ensuring that all technical disciplines work collaboratively and
that project milestones are completed on time and within budget. Regular coordination meetings, clear communication
protocols, and ongoing progress tracking help maintain alignment among team members and provide the client with a single
point of contact throughout the project.
Progress Reporting and Invoicing - Progress reports will include a summary of work completed in the previous month,
work to be performed, actions/decisions required, and an updated project budget summary for the entire project that
indicates the percent of work completed by task and overall. Michael Baker will submit invoices monthly, no later than the
15th of each month (or as requested), and we will comply with Invoicing Procedures.
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The success of any project is dependent on clear, concise, and consistent communication between all members of the Project
Team. The Michael Baker team will be constructed of planners and engineers that have experience coordinating meetings
and maintaining effective communication within the Project Team for analysis and design. While doing so, our approach is to
continually strive to develop ways to deliver projects better, cheaper, and faster while adhering to the original goals and
objectives.
Quality Controt/Assurance Program — Michael Baker has a well -established and standardized company -wide Project and
Quality Management Program called Project Management - The Michael Baker Way. Project Management - The Michael Baker
Wayserves to clearly define the process forwhich all projects are managed throughout Michael Baker. The ultimate objective
is to improve project performance and product delivery excellence through better organization, tools and methods to monitor
budgets, an emphasis on communication, and a structured approach to delivering quality. The key features of Project
Management - The Michael Baker Way include:
• Improving project performance through consistency, organization, and efficiency.
• Defining project management processes for every project that are consistent yet scalable.
• Serving as a one -stop reference for forms, policies, references, and procedures.
• Leveraging existing best practices throughout Michael Baker, as well as referencing accepted and established
practices from outside sources.
• Providing management tools, procedures, and references at the fingertips of project managers through a user-
friendly, intuitive site.
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profile planning documents. American Planning Association (APA)
standards and reference documents including Planning Advisory
Service (PAS) Reports that will guide the team's best practices and
quality control standards.
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS UPDATE
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AUGUST 2q 2026
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PERSONNEL, EQUIPMENTAND FACILITIES
Michael Baker has identified the project team organizational chart on the following page. This team is available to initiate the
work program immediately and remain active throughout the term of the contract. Team members will not be replaced or
removed from the team without priorwritten approval from the City. Principal -in -charge, Richard Beck, CEP, PXS, CPESC,
CERP, is authorized to negotiate the contract on behalf of Michael Baker.
Project Manager, Valerie Clarke, AICP, PLA will be the main point of contact and brings 12 years of long range community
planning and design to the benefit of the Circulation, Safety, and Conservation/Open Space Elements preparation process.
Ms. Clarke regularly leads the development of long range community planning projects across southern California, utilizing
her experience as both a registered landscape architect and certified planner. As the Project Manager, Ms. Clarke brings
significant experience in managing multi -disciplinary projects with complex scopes, tight schedules, and defined budgets.
Ms. Clarke will be supported by John Muggridge and Noelle Anderson, AICP who will lead the Circulation Element and
Safety Element, respectively. Mr. Muggridge's skillset spans a variety of multi -disciplinary transportation planning and
research topics, including travel demand modeling, parking studies, environmental and CEOA services, and multimodal
planning. He frequently manages complex projects and has retained relationships with key clients for a number of decades.
Ms. Anderson provides planning and comprehensive community planning services across California, with a strong emphasis
on community engagement, stakeholder collaboration, and inclusive public processes. She is highly skilled in preparing
public policy related to land use, safety, conservation, technology, and environmental justice, and in translating complex
technical topics into materials that are accessible and meaningful to the public. She brings deep expertise in hazard
mitigation planning, Safety Element updates, and Local Coastal Programs, all grounded in current State and federal
guidelines.
Client manager and CEOA technical director, John Bellas, will oversee quality assurance and quality control on all aspects
of the project and will serve as the lead for the environmental review, With more than 25 years of experience, Mr. Bellas is a
recognized expert in the environmental planning field in California. He has managed the preparation of numerous CEOA and
NEPA documents for a wide range of projects, including land use plans/programs, land development/entitlement projects,
and capital improvement projects. In addition, he served as an in-house/on-call environmental administrator/coordinator
for several prominent California cities.
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
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ORGANIZATION CHART
The organization chart below shows the responsibility of the project team. Key project team resumes are provided.
Supportive team members are available to assist as needed, offering specialized skills and additional capacity when
project demands arise.
John Muggridge, AICP
Noelle Anderson, AICP
Valerie Clarke, PLA, AICP
(Circulation Lead)
__________________________
(Safety Lead)
O en S ace Lead)
(Cons ervation/p-P
_------_--_---_---_-----
Jolene Hayes, AICP
Jake Poland (Planner)
Anisha Malik, SITES AP, CERP
(Principal)
Casey Marchese
(Senior Biologist)
Jongyang Lin
(Planner)
Ryan Phaneuf, WAS, CERPIT, CAE
(Senior Transportation Engineer/Planner)
Jeffrey Karmazin, CFM
(Re -wilding Lead)
Gavin Derleth, AICP
(G!S Lead)
Jeffrey Karmazin, CFM
(G!S Lead)
(Transportation Planner)
John Bellas, LEER AP
(Technical Director)
Frankie H. Tong
(Senior Environmental Planner)
Vicky S. Rosen, AICP
(Environmental Planner)
Emily Morrison
(Environmental Associate)
Noelle Anderson, AICP
(Engagement Lead)
Valerie Clarke, PLA, AICP- _ _ _ _ _
(Conservation) Open Space Lead)
Jongyang Lin
(Senior Transportation Engineer/Planner)
Natasha Victa
(Planner)
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PROJECT MANAGER I CONSERVATION/ OPEN SPACE LEAD
Valerie Clarke, AICP, PLA
Ms. Clarke brings extensive experience in long-range planning, master planning, urban design, and landscape architecture
with a strong emphasis on translating community vision into clear, actionable policy frameworks. Her work integrates
land use, urban design, and sustainable planning with regulatory implementation tools, ensuring thathigh -level goals are
effectively codified into plans, ordinances, and actionable programs. Her multidisciplinary background supports a systems -
based approach that aligns policy, infrastructure, public investment, and development standards to achieve equitable and
sustainable outcomes.She has led the development of planning documents and frameworks
for complex, multi -phase initiatives with a strong emphasis on high -quality graphics, visual
communication, and compelling storytelling. Her experience includes drafting goats, policies,
and implementation measures; coordinating across agencies and stakeholders; and ensuring
consistency with state requirements and bestpractices.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
The City of Fullerton Open Space and
Conservation Update and Environmental Justice
Element, Fullerton, California. City ofFulierton.
PROJECT MANAGER. Ms. Clarke is managing the Element
updatesto address equitable accessto open space,
climate resilience, environmentaljustice, and rewilding
opportunities, Ms. Clarke's role includes managing document
production, including the existing conditions assessment,
mapping exhibits, and updated goals and policies. She is also
directing and implementing a robust community engagement
program. Community outreach included interactive pop-up
events featuring hands-on engagement activities, along
with a project surveyto gather inputfrom residents and
stakeholders. Interactive socialmedia posts, digital display
boards, and email blasts were used to build awareness of the
project. More than 650 participants responded to the survey.
The City of Seal Beach Open Space, Recreation,
and Conservation Element, Seal Beach,
California. City of Seat Beach. PROJECT MANAGER.
Responsible for day-to-day oversight, Ms. Clarke is leading
the comprehensive update of the Open Space, Recreation,
and Conservation Element. She is also overseeing the
community engagement strategy and plan development,
including the review of existing documents and the creation
of GIS-based mapping exhibits. The updated Element will
refine existing goals and policies to preserve and expand
the open space network of Seal Beach. Ms. Clarke led an
open house forum to garner interest, raise awareness of the
project, and encourage community members to engage with
one another.
San Pedro Waterfront Mobility Plan, Los
Angeles, California. Pnrt of l n..Anoa[eS. PLAN N E R
Ms. Clarke was tasked with transforming San Pedro's
historically underutilized and fragmented waterfront into
a cohesive, accessible, and vibrant destination. The plan
outlines public transportation connectivity improvements
that build upon existing public access while strategically
integrating future private development within the Port of
Los Angeles. It re -envisions haw the public will access and
experience the waterfront through new goals, policies, and a
comprehensive mobility framework. The proposed network
of connected pedestrian paths, bike routes, trolleys, and
water taxis is designed to function not only as transportation
infrastructure but as an engaging, continuous waterfront
experience. Ms. Clarke facilitated stakeholder charrettes
and community engagement events to gather input and build
consensus around the plan's recommendations.
The City of Poway Safety Element, Poway,
California. Cityof Poway. PLANNER. The Safety Element
is a key component of the General Plan, designed to protect
public health, safely, and welfare by addressing risks from
natural and human -made hazards such as wildfires, floods,
earthquakes, and climate change. It integrates findings from
the Multi Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and other
emergency planning documentsto guide preparedness,
response, and recovery efforts. The Safety Element outlines
goals and policies that promote low-densily development,
preserve open space, and enhance environmental quality,
while also incorporating climate adaptation strategies.
Lake Forest Mixed -Use Zoning Codes, Lake
Forest, California. CityofLake Forest PLANNER. The
City of Lake Forest worked to implement its General Plan
Update 2040 by developing and adopting code for Mixed -
Use Zones. Specifically, the City's General Plan included
a mixed -use category with five distincttypes of mixed -
use designations, allowing fora blend of residential and
complementary retail, hotel, office, and/or industrial uses at
varying densities and intensities in key locations throughout
the City. The Mixed -Use codes were developed as clear, user-
friendly documents that allowed the General Plan's intent to
be realized through development standards. The goal was to
encourage the development of new, high -quality mixed -use
projects that blended residential with non-residential uses.
This was accomplished through form -based codes.
N T E R N A T I 0 N A L
Years of Experience
13
Education
M.L.A., Landscape
Architecture,
Illinois Institute of
Technology
B.A., Urban and
Regional Planning,
University
s of Illinois at
Urbana -Champaign
Licenses/Certifications
Landscape Architect
s 11096115-2202
Certified Planner
(AICP), 37368
Professional Affiliations
American Planning
Association (APA)
American Society
of Landscape
Architects (ASLA)
Commercial Real
Estate for Women
(CREW)
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PRINCIPAL IN CHARGE
Richard Beck, CEP, P.w.s, cPEsc, CERP
Mr. Beck wouldserve as the Principal -in -Charge providing high-level leadership, strategic oversight, and accountability for
the successful delivery of the project. Mr. Beck has extensive experience in the regulatoryand environmental disciplines. He
successfully leads federal, state, local, and private -sector clients through the Clean Water Act, California Porter -Cologne
Act, California Fish and Game Code, Endangered Species Act, and the California Coastal Act. Mr. Beck, a Professional
Wetland Scientist, has conducted hundreds of jurisdictional delineations throughout the
southwest. Mr. Beck proactively leads delineation field crews and regulatory specialists that
effectively draft, coordinate, and process regulatory agency applications. As a key component
of the above processes, Mr. Beckalso prepares environmental documents with respect to the
California Environmental LlualityAct (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
General Plan and Local Coastal Program Update,
Carlsbad, California. Cityof Carlsbad, PROJECT
MANAGER. Responsible for leading a studyto assess
vulnerable infrastructure and property in the City from
sea level rise as part of preparing the first comprehensive
revision of the City'sZoning Ordinance since the 1950s,
Conducted extensive background research and best -
practices recommendationsfor policy revisions relating to
sea level rise. Additionally, low-cost visitorserving uses
and accommodations policies were updated. Acoastl'me
vulnerability study was also produced forthe City that
identifies coastalareas susceptible to damage from SLR.
The project implemented the 2015 General Plan Update
and the revised Local Coastal Program and involved a full
reorganization of the code consistent with best practices,
including the consolidation and streamlining of much of
the redundant provisions, new and amended definitions
including graphics, and substantial reformatting to make
the code userfriendly and easy to navigate. Michael Baker
also produced a coastline vulnerability studyforthe citythat
identifies coastal areas most susceptible to sea level rise
and provides adaptation strategiesfor mitigation.
Santiago Creek Bicycle Trail Regulatory
Services, Orange, California. City of Orange.
PROJECT MANAGER. Michael Baker performed the
delineation of jurisdictional waters for the construction of
the Santiago Creek Bicycle Trail. Michael Baker identified
state and federal jurisdictional waters on -site, prepared an
impact analysis, and provided a permit recommendation to
better define the future regulatory process, and obtained all
regulatory permits. Michael Baker also processed permits
for the restoration of Santiago Creek.
Peters Canyon Regional Park - Regulatory
Services, Orange County, California. Orange
County. PROJECT MANAGER. Michael Baker provided
regulatory services for improvements to Peters Canyon
Regional Park. Michael Baker's services included
identification of channel and trail improvements to alleviate
sediment issues, delineation of jurisdictional waters,
development of site plans, and preparation of regulatory
agency applications for the proposed improvements. Michael
Baker also coordinated the on -site mitigation, which included
exotic species removal nearthe northern portion of the
reservoir.
Aliso / Woods Canyon Mathis Trait Restoration
Project - Biotogical and Regulatory Services,
Aliso Viejo, California. CilyofAliso Viejo. TECHNICAL
MANAGER. Michael Baker provided professional services for
the Mathis Trail and Creek Restoration Project, located inthe
sensitive AlisofWoada Canyon Wilderness Park. The project
site had been impacted by erasion and invasive species.
Michael Ba ker processed regulatory agency permits,
conducted biological monitoring, and photo -monitored the
site. Michael Baker biologists and landscape architects
designed a native plant palette appropriate for each habitat
type.
Stormwater Management Plan for California
State Parks, Statewide, California. California
0epartmentof Parks and Recreation. ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGER. Responsible for environmental engineering.
Michael Baker developed a stormwater management plan
(SWMP) forthe Off -Highway MotorVehicle Recreation
Division of California State Parks. Two of the division's
parks (PismofOceano and Carnegie) were named as
nontraditional MS4s in the most recent Phase II National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit
released by the state board. Michael Baker and the division
determined that a SWMP should be developed and describe
the requirements and best management practices (BMPs)
for the two named parks and could also be applied at the
other non -enrolled parks to demonstrate good stewardship
of public lands.
N T E R N A T I D N A L
Years of Experience
26
Education
B.A., Environmental
Studies, University
of California, Santa
Cruz
Certificate,
Ecological
Restoration,
Saddleback College
LicenseslCertifications
Certified Ecological
Restoration
Practitioner, #0099
Certified
Environmental
Professional,
10050455
EPA Watershed
Management
Academy
Certified
Professional
in Erosion and
Sediment Control,
California, 5611
Wetland Delineator
Certification
Program
Professional
Wetland Scientist,
2160
CRAM for Riverine
Wetlands -Certified
Practitioner
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CLIENT MANAGER I CEQA TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
John Bellas, LEEDAP
With more than 25 years of experience, Mr. Bellas is a recognized expert in the environmental planning field in California.
He has managed the preparation of numerous CEQA and NEPA documents fora wide range of projects, including land use
plans/programs, land development/entitlement projects, and capital improvement projects. In
,li ,may, addition, he served as an in-house/on-call environmental administrator/coordinator for several
prominent California cities. He has also conducted specialized CEQA training programs for client
cities, served as an instructor in AEP'sAdvanced CEQA and CEQA Essentials series, contributed
j to a variety ofAEP CEQA topic papers, andpresented on multiple CEQA topics atAEPandAPA
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
CEQA Document Project Manager/Project
Director Experience
Mc Bellas has managed and directed the preparation
of numerous CEQA documents. A limited sample of his
relevant experience leading the preparation of CEQA
documents for land use plans/programs includes:
• Rolling Hills Estates Comprehensive
General Plan Update and EIR, City of Rolling
Hills Estates, Project Director
• George F. Canyon Nature Center ISIMNO,
City of Rolling Hills Estates, Project Director
• Chandler Ranch/Rolling Hills Country Club
Project EIR, City of Rolling Hills Estates,
Project Manager
• Open Space, Conservation, and Recreation
Elements ISIMND, City of Glendale, Project
Director
• Grandview Park Master Plan ISIMND, City of
Rancho Palos Verdes, Project Manager
• Lower Hesse Park Master Plan ISIMND, City
of Rancho Palos Verdes, Project Manager
• Via Princessa Park ISIMND, City of Santa
Clarita, Project Director
• Town Center Specific Plan and EIR, City of
Santa Clarita, Project Director
• Haskell Canyon Bike Park ISIMND, City of
Santa Clarita, Project Director
• Canyon Country Community Center &
Park Project ISIMN D, City of Santa Clarita,
Project Manager
• Hahamongna Watershed Park Annex Master
Plan CEOA Document, City of Pasadena,
Project Manager
• Urban Wildlife Management Plan ISIMND,
City of Pasadena, Project Director
• Lower Arroyo Trailhead and Sunset
Overlook ISIMND, City of Pasadena, Project
Manager
• Eastside-JPLConnector TraiIISIMND.City
of Pasadena. Project Manager.
• Westlake Village Park/Triunfo YMCA Project
SEIR, City of Westlake Village, Project
Manager
• South Pasadena Dog Park ISIMND, City of
South Pasadena, Project Manager
• Descanso Trail Project ISIMND, City of La
Canada-Flintridge, Project Manager
I N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
Years of Experience
27
Education
B.S., Environmental
i Resource
Management/
Marine Science, The
I Pennsylvania State
University
of%,t,ri?f'Ons
American Planning
Association (APA)
Association of
Environmental
Professionals (AEP)
Leadership
in Energy and
Environmental
Design (LEED)
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ENGAGEMENT LEAD
Noellekderson,AICP
Ms. Anderson provides planning and comprehensive community planning services across California, with a strong
emphasis on community engagement, stakeholder collaboration, and inclusive public processes. She is highly skilled in
preparing public policy related to land use, safety, conservation, technology, and environmental justice, and in translating
complex technical topics into materials that are accessible and meaningful to the public. She brings deep expertise in
hazard mitigation planning, Safety Element updates, and Local Coastal Programs, all grounded in current State and federal
guidelines. Nerbackground includes managing both local and multi jurisdictional hazard mitigation plans in compliance
with California Governor's Office of Emergency Services and FEMA guidelines, as well as emergency action plans focused on
dam and reservoir infrastructure failure. Ms. Anderson is also highly experienced in conducting
PONinteractive and inclusive public engagement, applying her training in the international
Association of Public Participation framework to ensure meaningful input from diverse
communities, Her multidisciplinary approach and technical proficiency support the development
of actionable planning solutions tailored to project needs.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Safety Element Updates, California. PROJECT
MANAGER. Responsible for managing Safety Element
Updatesas required by the 6th and 7th Cycle Housing
Element Updates far a variety of clients across California.
Policy updates focused an compliance with new state
requirements including AB 747 and SB 99,to evaluate
evacuation route capacity and viability; SB 379, to
incorporate climate vulnerability, climate adaptation and
resilience strategies; and, AB 2140, to incorporate LHMP
findings by reference. Incorporated relevant community
outreach strategies to receive policyfeedback. Forclients
with jurisdiction within the Very High Fire Hazard Severity
Zone, facilitated review between Cal FIRE and the Board of
Forestry for policy review and concurrence. An abbreviated
list of clients and deliverables is included, below:
■ City ofYorba Linda Safety Element Update,Yorba Linda, CA
■ City of Poway Safety Element Update, Poway, CA
■ City of South Gate Safety Element Update, South Gate, CA
• City of Pinole Safety Element Update, Pinole, CA
■ City of LosAltos Safety Element Update, LosAltos, CA
■ City ofLosAltosHillsSafetyElement Update, LosAltos
Hills, CA
■ City of Seal Beach Safety Element Update, Seal Beach, CA
Hazard Mitigation Plans and Engagement, West
Region, United States. Various Clients. PROJECT
MANAGER. Responsible for facilitating a comprehensive,
community -centered planning process focused on natural
and human -caused disasters in accordance with Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) guidelines. Led
preparation of thefirst city -prepared hazard mitigation plan
in California completed under updated FEMApolicyand
guidance in 2023, with a strong emphasis on inclusive public
engagement, stakeholder collaboration, and consensus
building. Actively collaborated with internal representatives
from the lead jurisdiction and a wide range of external
stakeholders, including utilities, school districts, community
groups, homeowners associations, and nonprofit and
nongovernmental organizations, to ensure community
priorities, local knowledge, and lived experience informed
the planning process. This engage me nt-driven approach
helped build community capacity and shared ownership of
future resilience and mitigation actions. An abbreviated list of
clients and deliverables is included below.
• Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, City of Fullerton, CA
■ Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, Seal Beach, CA.
■ Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, Beverly Hills, CA
■ Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, San Clemente, CA
General Plans, Comprehensive Plans,
Long -Range Planning, California. Vac in-c clients.
PROJECT f,10A.GFR 4NO TASK MANAGFP. Manage
comprehensive planning initiativesthat emphasize inclusive
visioning and equitable community engagement. Her
expertise in public participation, policy development, and
strategic implementation, delivering plansthat advance
sustainability, resilience, and community well-being. By
fostering collaboration and applying data driven approaches,
she champions planning excellence and creates frameworks
that serve the entire community.
NT ER N AT I U N AL
Years of Experience
12
Education
M.U.P., Urban
Planning and
Developmentr
University of
Southern California
B.A., Environmental
Studies/
Environmental
Planning, University
of California, Santa
Barbara
Licenses/Certifications
American
Institute of
Certified Planners
(AICP),37980
^rs,;
American Planning
Association (APA)
California
Emergency Services
Association
(CESA)
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SENIOR BIOLOGIST
Anisha Malik SITES AP, CERP
Ms. Malik would serve as a Restoration Ecologist with experience in voluntary restoration projects for wetlands, riparian
systems, and coastal sage scrub habitats, as well as a wide variety of compensatory mitigation projects required for
jurisdictional impacts, With a background in chemistry, Ms. Malik brings a unique analytical skill set to herprojects. Ms.
Malik identifies mitigation site opportunities and designs site plans that will provide beneficial
results for stakeholders involved as well as the local watershed. She identifies native species to
be included in the plant palette and works with landscape contractors to design the placement of
plants. Additionally, she is responsible forbaseline studies, including conducting jurisdictional
delineations, vegetation mapping, and California RapidAssessment Method (CRAM) analysis at
projectsites.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Yorba Linda Fuel Reduction Project, Yorba
Linda, California. Cityof YorbaLinda. PROJECT
MANAGER. Managed the CAL FIRE grant -funded fuel
reduction project spanning over 15 acres. Worked with
the City to prepare environmental documents, conduct
baseline studies of each site, determine prioritization
of methodologies to implement the proposed work,
and oversaw the contractor during implementation.
Responsible for state reporting and coordination with
local agencies. Prepared community outreach materials
and conducted annual workshopsto educate the public
on the project and general fire safety in partnership with
OC Fire Authority. As part of the project, a Restoration
and Sustainability Plan iscurrently underwayto help
manage the sitesfor long-term public safety and
ecological value.
Buck Gutty Canyon Restoration, Buck Gully
Channel, Newport Beach, California. City
of Newport Beach. RESTORATION SPECIALIST.
Responsible for supporting with the monitoring program
of the Buck Gully Canyon Restoration project. Conducted
plant survival assessments as well as identified any
unknown species on -site. In addition, prepared the
annual reportr providing suggestions for future success.
Michael Baker provided engineering and environmental
services forthe stabilization and restoration of Lower
Buck Gully, Michael Baker's services included planning,
hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, right-of-way support,
design, and permitting forthe construction of erosion
control improvements, and preparing annual monitoring
reports.
Ballona Wetlands Restoration Project, Playa
del Rey, California. LosAngeles Department of
Reachesand Harhors_ PRFIJFCT HAN,ACFR. Currently
developing a restoration program for 0.5 acres of
compensatory mitigation. Conducted baseline studies of
the mitigation site, requiring identification of potential
access paths and temporary impacts associated with
the restoration effort. The project requires close
collaboration with California Department of Fish and
Wildlife who are the managers of the Reserve.
Morrison Creek Revitalization Study,
Sacramento, California. City of Sacramento.
LEAD RESTORATION ECOLOGIST. Created multiple
restoration approaches for Morrison Creek to meet
requirements stated in the DWR grant funding forthe
feasibility study. Provided materials for constructive
community outreach in order to curate restoration
approachesto meet ecological and social needs of the
community. Michael Baker is preparing a feasibility
study for the construction of a bike and pedestrian path
adjacent to Morrison Creek in Sacramento, California. The
study includes analysis and evaluation of alternativesfor
improved bicycle and pedestrian connectivity, improved
pedestrian crossings of local roadways, and restoration
of the natural environment along the creek corridor.
INTERNATIONAL
Years of Experience
10
Education
M.N.R.S., 2023, Ecological
Restoration, Colorado State
University
A.S., 2013, Biological
Sciences, College of San
Mateo
A.A., 2013, Interdisciplinary
Studies: Science and
Society, College of San
Mateo
B.S., 2012, Chemistry,
Santa Clara University
Licenses/Certifications
CRAM for Riverine
Wetlands -Certified
Practitioner, California,
2016
SITES Accredited
Professional, 2017,
00001261-SITES
Wetland Delineator
Certification Program,
California, 2016
Certified Ecological
Restoration Practitioner,
2017, 0123
Professional Affiliations
Ecological Society of
America (ESA)
Society for Ecological
Restoration (SER)
U.S. Green Building Council
(USGBC)
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AUGUST 20, 2026
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SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
Frankie H. Tong
Ms. Tong is a Senior Environmental Planner experienced in environmental planning. She specializes in preparing California
Environmental QualityAct (CEQA) documents for mixed -use projects. Ms. Tong is highly organized and has worked
successfully with development teams and lead agencies to produce deliverables with multiple
deadlines. Ms. Tong 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.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Altamira Canyon Creek Restoration Project and
Point View Property Addenda, Rancho Palos
Verdes, California. Cityof Rancho Palos Verdes. TEAM
MEMBER. Responsible forwriting a portion of the Altamira
Canyon Creek Project CEQAdocumant and coordinating with
the Project Manageron data needsand impactanalysis.
Michael Baker is preparing an initial study/mitigated
negative declaration (ISIMND) forthe Altamira Canyon
Creek Restoration Project in the city of Rancho PatosVerdes,
California. A property owner along the creek installed
gabions without proper permits from regulatory agencies a nd
received a notice of violation forfailure to obtain a Section
401 Water Quality Certification. The purpose of this project
is to make corrections in response to the notice of violation.
Michael Baker is also preparing two addenda for proposed
revisions to prior approvals and entitlements granted for
improvements on the Point View property in Rancho Palos
Verdes, California.
City of Pasadena Environmental Coordination
and Planning, Pasadena, California. Cityof
Pasadena, ralifornia. REVIEWER. Responsible for
peer review, of California Environmental Quality (CEQA)
documents (e.g., Environmental Impact Reports, Initial
Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations) for projects
submitted tothe Cityof Pasadena Planning Department.
Michael Baker is providing environmental coordination
and planning services to the City of Pasadena. Since
2013, Michael Baker has undertaken a variety of
assignments under this contract including preparing
California Environmental QualityAct (CEQA) and National
EnvironmentalPolicyAct (NEPA) documents, reviewing and
processing CEQA documents, and providing contract staff
assistance.
On -Call EnvironmentaLConsutting and EIR
Review Services, LosAngeles, California. City
of LosAngeles. REVIEWER. Responsible for peer review
of California Environmental Quality (CEQA) documents
(e.g., Environmental Impact Reports, Initial Studies,
Mitigated Negative Declarations) for projects submitted
to the City of LosAngeles Planning Department. Michael
Baker has provided on -call environmental consulting and
environmental impact report (EIR) peer review services
to the cityof LosAngeles Departmentof City Planning
since March 2017. In this capacity, Michael Baker has
reviewed initialstudies, draft and flnalEIRs, and California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) findings and statements
of overriding considerations prior to public release. Michael
Baker has overseen the FIR process for development
projects, ensured compliance with CEQA requirements, and
frequently offered strategic CEQA advice to the city.
Scattergood EIR Support, LosAngeles,
California. Los Angeles Department of Waterand Power.
TEAM MEMBER. Responsible fordrafting portionsof the
Draft FIR and participating in meetingswith LADWP. Michael
Baker is preparing the environmental impact report (EIR)
and supporting technical analyses for the Scattergood
Generating Station Units 1 and 2 Green Hydrogen -Ready
Modernization Project. The purpose of the project isto
constructand operate a rapid -response combined -cycle
generation system capable of operating on a fuel mixture of
natural gas and a minimum of 30 percent hydrogen gas. This
project is part of a current on -call environmental services
contract to provide environmental support services on a
diverse range of energy and water infrastructure projects for
the LosAngeles Department of Water and Power, a prominent
utility provider in LosAngeles County.
Rolling Hills Estates General Ptan Update,
Rolling Hills Estates, California. CilyofRoflingHills
Estates. REAR WFR. Responsibilities included reviewing
the CEQA documentation for submittal to the City. Michael
Baker is updating the general plan for the city of Rolling Hills
Estates, ensuring that it reflects the City'svision of tomorrow
and includes a strong focus on enhancing sustainability,
complying with changes in state law, and improving
the plan's usefulness. The general plan is focused and
organized around "placemaking" and sustainability, while
maintaining the guiding principles needed to preservethe
unique characterand identityof Rolling Hills Estatesand the
neighborhood areasthat make upthe community.
INTERNATIONAL
Years of Experience
10
Ed�rrahnr?
M.P.A., 2016,
Environmental
Policy and
Management,
University of
Washington
B.A., 2012,
Environmental
Studies, University
of California, Santa
Barbara
B.A., 2012, Global
Studies, University
of California, Santa
Barbara
Professional Affiliations
Association of
Environmental
Professionals (AEP)
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CIRCULATION LEAD
John Muggridge,AICP
John is a principal, senior market leader, and skilled project manager with over28 years of experience in transportation
planning and engineering. John serves as a trusted consultant to private clients and public agencies across southern
California and Hawaii. John's skillset spans a variety of multi -disciplinary transportation planning and research topics,
including travel demand modeling, parking studies, environmental and CEQA services, and multimodal planning. He
frequently manages complex projects and has retained relationships with key clients fora
number of decades, due to the expertise and quality he provides. John has extensive experience
working on various projects in Ventura County and regularly support City of Oxnard on various
transportation engineering and planning tasks.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
City of Rolling Hills Estates 2040 General Plan
Mobility Element Update. Rolling Hills Estate, CA,
LEAD. Fehr & Peers helped the City of Rolling Hills Estates
develop their Mobility Element as part of their 2040 General
Plan Update. The element was co -created with the City's
General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC), comprised
of the City Mayor and City Manager, as well as several
Commissioners and local residents. Additionally, Fehr &
Peers modified the 2016 SCAG RTPfSCS regionaltravel
demand model information to better reflect the existing and
future conditions in the City in order to establish a more
accurate baseline to assess future growth in the General
Plan. Lastly, Fehr& Peers analyzed the General Plan buildout
scenarios using the new CEQAVMT metrics, which are
required per SB 743.
City of Carson 2030 General Plan Mobility
Element Update. Carson, CA. LEAD. Fehr & Peers
assisted the team with the Carson 2030 General Plan
Update. Fehr & Peers completed the existing conditions
review, including data collection and analysis, with particular
attention to multimodaltransportation and goods movement
in the City of Carson. Following the existing conditions
analysis, the focus shifted to development of the General
Plan Mobility Element and preparing the environmental
analysis for CEQA clearance of the project. Through the
development of analysis tools and utilization of the regional
travel model, Fehr & Peers identified the future roadway
network to serve future anticipated development provided
by the project team. Due to the varied nature of land uses,
neighborhoods, travel patterns, and individual preferences
for travel, Fehr& Peers also developed a set of policy and
project recommendations for active transportation networks
and goods movement that are intended to advance quality
of life through mobility options, increased opportunities for
physical activity, increasing accessto services and goods,
and helping reduce the impact of vehicle travels.
City of LosAngeles General Plan Citywide
Housing Element. LosAngeles, CA. LEAD. Fehr & Peers
assisted the City of LosAngeles in the preparation of an
environmental analysis forthe citywide housing element
of the General Plan. One of the first tasks the City was
interested in completlog was an EIR addendum evaluation to
determine if the housing growth estimatesAocations were
comparable to the information and assumptions contained
in the City of LosAngeles General Plan Framework and the
2016 SCAG SCSiRTP.
City of Malibu Safety Element Update. Malibu,
CA. LEAD. Fehr & Peers is currently supporting the City of
Malibu'sSafety Element update to identify opportunities
on the existing Transportation Plan for Wildfire and
Tsunami Evacuation Study (Transportation Plan). As part
of this effort, John is coordinating with City staff and
emergency response staff to determine whetherany
additional facilities orevacuations scenarios need to be
considered. Following the review and interview, ourteam
will develop recommendations that are supplementary and
complimentaryto the Transportation Plan.
City of Los Angeles OTLA 2040: Downtown Los
Angeles Community Plan Update. LosAngeles, CA.
LEAD. Fehr& Peers finalized the Downtown Community
Plan Update forthe City of Los Angeles. This community plan
was initiated as part of an ongoing processto update a1135
community plans in the city and serves as an example to
future community plan updates in both analysis format and
integration of latest city initiatives.
City of Pasadena General Plan EIR. Pasadena, CA.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT As part of a team, Fehr & Peers
assisted with the City of Pasadena General Plan Update.
Ourarea of responsibility was the EIR for the land use and
Mobility Elements. As part of this effort, John oversaw the
development of a mobility performance measures and
metrics for use in the General Plan Environmental Impact
Review (EIR) and Revised Traffic Study Guidelines.
Years of Experience
i 30
Fdracafion
Master of Science,
Transportation
Planning and
Engineering,
University of Leeds
Bachelor of
Engineering,
Mechanical
and Process
Engineering,
University of
Sheffield
Wealions
American Institute
of Certified
Planners (AICP) No.
021874
Professional Affiliations
California
Association of
Environmental
Professionals (AEP)
American Planning
Association (APA)
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PRINCIPAL- CIRCULATION
Jolene HayeS,AICP
Jolene has more than two decades of experience in local, regional, andstatewide transportation, land use and goods
movement planning, environmental analysis, and implementation. With a focus on stakeholder input, Jolene focuses on the
JW development of sustainable transportation solutions. Her current work requires a deep level of
understanding community concerns, industry needs, and State economic and environmental
sustainability goals to develop cross -cutting solutions that improve community livability and
foster economic vitality. Jolene is a national expert on supply chains and currently serves as
t f the Freight Group Chairon the National Academies of Science's Technical Activities Council,
Transportation Research Board's Intermodal Freight Transportation Committee.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
San Bernardino County Transportation
Authority/Western Riverside Council of
Governments Assembly BILL 98 (AB 98)
Guidance. San Bernardino & Riverside Counties, CA.
LEAD. Following the passage of AB 98 an September 30,
2024, Jolene led a reg ional effo rt for SBCTA and WRCOG
member agencies to assist tham with implementation. AB
98 requires jurisdictions to adopt truck routes consistent
with the legislation, such as using roadwaysthat avoid
sensitive receptors. Forthis effort, her team mapped all
existing truck routes and developed guidance on updating
development standards and codes to comply.
City of Colton AB 98/SB 415 Implementation.
Colton, CA. LEAD. Jolene led the implementation of
Senate Bit1415 (SB 415), which superseded AB 98
on October 3, 2025, for the City of Colton. This effort
included public outreach and inter -jurisdictional
coordination effort combined with data analysisto
identify preferred truck routes throughout the community.
Pursuant to the legislation, Colton was required to
incorporate truck routes into its General Plan byJanuary
1, 2026. Doing so also required an addendum to the
General Plan EIR and tribal consultation. Currently, Jolene
is ensuring the code amendments comply with the law's
zoning and building standards.
City of Jurupa Valley Freight Study. Jurupa
Valley, CA. LEAD. Jolene is currently leading the City's
AB 98 compliance and Mobility Element Update with a
special focus on improving safety by reducing truck -
involved collisions and conflicts. This effort consists
of a robust public outreach process to identify areas of
concern, such asbikelped concerns, a deep analysis of
truck movements throughout the City, and a full update to
the City's Mobility Element.
Orange County Transportation Authority
Goods Movement Vision Strategic Plan. Orange
County, CA. LEAD. Jolene led the 2026 update to Orange
County's Goods MovementVision. The plan identified
truck activity associated with major freight generators
nearJohn Wayne Airport, Anaheim, Irvine, and along 1-5
at the Los Angeles County border. Using Social Pinpoint
to gather input from localjurisdictions, primary concerns
focused on truck staging near industrial facilities, lack of
available truck parking, and truck routing concerns, which
raised the need for developing new policies to assist Vocal
jurisdictions to comply with AB 98 and SB 415.
County of Sacramento AB 98 Implementation.
Sacramento County, CA. TECHNICAL LEAD. Fehr&
Peerssupported Sacramento County in the development
of a truck routing plan, perAB 98 requirements. Our
team established analysis criteria forevaluating route
alternatives, prioritizing minimal impacts on sensitive
receptors, alignment with noise and air quality standards
legal considerations, and community input gathered
through outreach efforts.Jolene provided technical
expertise and strategic advisoryto help screen potential
routes, identify constraints, and develop planning -level
cast estimates far up to three alternatives.
Caltrans Southern California Strategic Freight
Plan. California. PROJECT MANAGER. Jolene was
the Project Managerforthis studyfor Caltransthat
covers Districts 7, 8 and 12. The study delved deeper
into local issues, projectsand programsto furtherthe
implementation of the California Freight Mobility Plan
and the Governor's Executive Order20-04, isto identify
strategies for greening freightto reduce greenhouse gas
emissions and air quality impacts on local communities.
Caltrans California Freight Mobility Plan
Update. California. TECHNICAL EXPERT.Jolene served
as a technical expert on port intermodal operations,
stakeholder engagement, and policy development far
Caltrans' California Fright Mobility Plan Update. She
conducted interviews with 25 industry stakeholders
and obtained survey responsesfrom another100
stakeholders, including governmental agencies, industry
(rail, trucking, ports, airports, 3PLs, BCOs, etc.), and
community groups and coordinated with the technical
team to develop the policy recommendations section.
Years of Experience
27
Educa tion
Master of City &
Regional Planning,
University of Texas at
Arlington
Bachelor of Arts,
Political Science,
University of Texas at
Arlington
Licenses/Certifications
American Institute
of Certified Planners
(AICP) No. 26392
Affiliations
Transportation
Research Board
Technical Activities
Council, Freight Group
Chair
American Planning
Association
Urban Land Institute
Women'sTransportation
Seminar
Presentations
Cal APA 2024, Supply
Chain Shifts &
Warehousing
AB 98 Implementation —
SBCTA (2025)
AB 98 Implementation —
AEP Conference (2025)
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS UPDATE
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AUGUST 20, 2026
SUB -CONSULTANTS
Michael Baker will be supported by our sub -consultant Fehr & Peers, which will
lead the Circulation Element update and support community engagement.
FEHR & PEERS FIRM PROFILE
Fehr & Peers is a transportation planning and engineering firm with 25 offices and
over 400 staff nationwide. Since 1985, Fehr & Peers has partnered with public and
private clients to design safer, more effective ways for people and goods to move.
Fehr & Peers continues to successfully create spaces where everyone can thrive,
today and for generations to come. Bringing together data, technology, and the lived experiences of the communities they
serve, Fehr & Peers helps clients make confident, well-informed decisions. Along the way, they have earned national
recognition for raising the bar on how transportation projects are planned, designed, and delivered. Fehr & Peers doesn't
just follow trends —they help clients anticipate what is next. With a blend of multimodal expertise, national perspective, and
local insight fueled by strong and longstanding relationships, Fehr & Peers tailors their solutions across a wide range of
services to meet each community's unique needs.
I N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
Fehr & Peers has performed numerous transportation studies for projects throughout California. The knowledge of the
requirements and expectations for transportation studies allows Fehr & Peers to perform defensible transportation
analyses in support of any project. Fehr & Peers has also been extensively involved in the development and implementation
of the CEQA transportation analysis guidelines associated with the passage of Senate Bill 743 (SB 743). SB 743
fundamentally alters the methods of conducting CEQA transportation analysis, moving CEQA away from traditional level of
service (LOS) roadway analysis and towards vehicle -miles traveled (VMT) analysis. Fehr & Peers has developed, and
successfully applied, VMT analysis tools to projects throughout California to comply with SB 743. Fehr & Peers has retained
its role in being a leader in LOS roadway analysis to comply with requests from Cities, Counties or Caltrans to continue to
analyze roadway capacity for operational analysis purposes.
Fehr & Peers has expertise in both freight and environmental compliance related to transportation. We have been working
intimately with state and local agencies on how to be compliant with AB 98 - Warehouse Standards (2024, Reyes and
Carrillo). Beginning a week after the bill became law, larger transportation MPOs have tasked us with assisting their
member agencies named in the legislation as being in the "Warehouse Concentration Region", with the tools to comply with
the law in advance of the January 1, 2026 deadline. More recently, Fehr & Peers has continued to assist numerous Cities
and Counties to adopt new truck routes.
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