CC SR 20160606 I - Lower Hesse Park Design Agmt Withers & SandgrenRANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
MEETING DATE: 06/06/2016
AGENDA HEADING: Consent Calendar
Consideration and possible action to award a Professional Services Agreement to
design the Lower Hesse Park Improvement Project.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Award a Professional Services Agreement, in a form approved by the City
Attorney, to Withers and Sandgren, Ltd. for design services for the not -to -exceed
amount of $113,500; and,
(2) Authorize Staff to use an additional 5% ($5,600) as a design contingency.
FISCAL IMPACT: This work is included in the current adopted municipal budget and
is proposed for the subsequent fiscal years.
Amount Budgeted:
Additional Appropriation
Account Number(s):
$500,000
$300,000 (Proposition A grant)
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ORIGINATED BY: Ron Dragoo, PE, Principal Engineer-'
REVIEWED BY: Michael Throne, PE, Director of Public Works °� .)I-)
APPROVED BY: Doug Willmore, City Manager)
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A. Professional Services Agreement – Withers and Sandgren (page A-1)
B. Proposal – Withers and Sandgren (page B-1)
C. Project Location Map and Aerial View (page C-1)
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
Hesse Park opened to the public in 1983 and, since that time, the 18 -acre lower Hesse
Park section has remained mostly undeveloped. In 1999, Lower Hesse Park was
improved with a series of trails, a dirt parking lot and a sand volleyball court. The lower
site was connected to the upper section of the park by a trail on the north side of the
property. An aerial view of Hesse Park's current configuration is attached (Attachment
C).
At the October 20, 2015, City Council meeting, a modified conceptual plan was
approved that matched the budgeted $500,000 for the project. Subsequently, at the
December 1, 2015, meeting the City Council approved the submittal of a grant
application to Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District for a
$300,000 Proposition A grant, which was approved April 11, 2016. The resultant project
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budget increased to $800,000.
Consulting services are needed for the design of the Lower Hesse Park Improvement
Project. Staff issued a Request for Proposals for these services and received three
responses. The proposals were evaluated by Recreation and Parks and Public Works
personnel, and Withers and Sandgren were rated as most qualified to complete the
design (Attachment B). The cost of services were then negotiated. Accordingly, Staff is
recommending awarding a Professional Services Agreement (Attachment A) to Withers
and Sandgren in the not -to -exceed amount of $113,500.
Withers and Sandgren, as part of the proposal, will review and prepare two cost
estimates for the design concepts previously developed. Based on these costs, the
consultant will work with the City to prioritize design elements and discuss phasing
options, based on the approved Lower Hesse Park Improvement Plan concepts
approved on October 20, 2015. Withers and Sandgren will then prepare and complete
the final plan to advertise for the construction of the Lower Hesse Park Improvement
Project.
ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to the recommended actions, the City Council may consider the following
alternative:
Direct Public Works to modify the scope of the project and renegotiate the
services needed, returning with a modified park project.
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CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT
By and Between
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES
and
WITHER & SANDGREN, LTD.
for
DESIGN OF LOWER HESSE PARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
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AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES
BETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES AND
WITHERS & SANDGREN, LTD.
THIS AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES (herein "Agreement") is made and
entered into this 6th day of June, 2016 by and between the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, a
California municipal corporation ("City") and Withers & Sandgren, Ltd., ("Consultant"). City
and Consultant are sometimes hereinafter individually referred to as "Party" and hereinafter
collectively referred to as the "Parties".
RECITALS
A. City has sought, by issuance of a Request for Proposals or Invitation for Bids, the
performance of the services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement.
B. Consultant, following submission of a proposal or bid for the performance of the
services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement, was selected by the
City to perform those services.
C. Pursuant to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes' Municipal Code, City has authority
to enter into and execute this Agreement.
D. The Parties desire to formalize the selection of Consultant for performance of
those services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement and desire that
the terms of that performance be as particularly defined and described herein.
OPERATIVE PROVISIONS
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants made by
the Parties and contained herein and other consideration, the value and adequacy of which are
hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
ARTICLE 1. SERVICES OF CONSULTANT
1.1 Scope of Services.
In compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Consultant shall
provide those services specified in the "Scope of Services" attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and
incorporated herein by this reference, which may be referred to herein as the "services" or
"work" hereunder. As a material inducement to the City entering into this Agreement,
Consultant represents and warrants that it has the qualifications, experience, and facilities
necessary to properly perform the services required under this Agreement in a thorough,
competent, and professional manner, and is experienced in performing the work and services
contemplated herein. Consultant shall at all times faithfully, competently and to the best of its
ability, experience and talent, perform all services described herein. Consultant covenants that it
shall follow the highest professional standards in performing the work and services required
hereunder and that all materials will be both of good quality as well as fit for the purpose
intended. For purposes of this Agreement, the phrase "highest professional standards" shall
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mean those standards of practice recognized by one or more first-class firms performing similar
work under similar circumstances.
1.2 Consultant's Proposal.
The Scope of Service shall include the Consultant's scope of work or bid which shall be
incorporated herein by this reference as though fully set forth herein. In the event of any
inconsistency between the terms of such proposal and this Agreement, the terms of this
Agreement shall govern.
1.3 Compliance with Law.
Consultant shall keep itself informed concerning, and shall render all services hereunder
in accordance with, all ordinances, resolutions, statutes, rules, and regulations of the City and any
Federal, State or local governmental entity having jurisdiction in effect at the time service is
rendered.
1.4 Licenses, Permits, Fees and Assessments.
Consultant shall obtain at its sole cost and expense such licenses, permits and approvals
as may be required by law for the performance of the services required by this Agreement.
Consultant shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments and taxes, plus
applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and arise from or are necessary
for the Consultant's performance of the services required by this Agreement, and shall
indemnify, defend and hold harmless City, its officers, employees or agents of City, against any
such fees, assessments, taxes, penalties or interest levied, assessed or imposed against City
hereunder.
1.5 Familiarity with Work.
By executing this Agreement, Consultant warrants that Consultant (i) has thoroughly
investigated and considered the scope of services to be performed, (ii) has carefully considered
how the services should be performed, and (iii) fully understands the facilities, difficulties and
restrictions attending performance of the services under this Agreement. If the services involve
work upon any site, Consultant warrants that Consultant has or will investigate the site and is or
will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, prior to commencement of services
hereunder. Should the Consultant discover any latent or unknown conditions, which will
materially affect the performance of the services hereunder, Consultant shall immediately inform
the City of such fact and shall not proceed except at Consultant's risk until written instructions
are received from the Contract Officer.
1.6 Care of Work.
The Consultant shall adopt reasonable methods during the life of the Agreement to
furnish continuous protection to the work, and the equipment, materials, papers, documents,
plans, studies and/or other components thereof to prevent losses or damages, and shall be
responsible for all such damages, to persons or property, until acceptance of the work by City,
except such losses or damages as may be caused by City's own negligence.
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1.7 Further Responsibilities of Parties.
Both parties agree to use reasonable care and diligence to perform their respective
obligations under this Agreement. Both parties agree to act in good faith to execute all
instruments, prepare all documents and take all actions as may be reasonably necessary to carry
out the purposes of this Agreement. Unless hereafter specified, neither party shall be responsible
for the service of the other.
1.8 Additional Services.
City shall have the right at any time during the performance of the services, without
invalidating this Agreement, to order extra work beyond that specified in the Scope of Services
or make changes by altering, adding to or deducting from said work. No such extra work may be
undertaken unless a written order is first given by the Contract Officer to the Consultant,
incorporating therein any adjustment in (i) the Contract Sum for the actual costs of the extra
work, and/or (ii) the time to perform this Agreement, which said adjustments are subject to the
written approval of the Consultant. Any increase in compensation of up to ten percent (10%) of
the Contract Sum or $25,000, whichever is less; or, in the time to perform of up to one hundred
eighty (180) days, may be approved by the Contract Officer. Any greater increases, taken either
separately or cumulatively, must be approved by the City Council. It is expressly understood by
Consultant that the provisions of this Section shall not apply to services specifically set forth in
the Scope of Services. Consultant hereby acknowledges that it accepts the risk that the services
to be provided pursuant to the Scope of Services may be more costly or time consuming than
Consultant anticipates and that Consultant shall not be entitled to additional compensation
therefor. City may in its sole and absolute discretion have similar work done by other
contractors. No claims for an increase in the Contract Sum or time for performance shall be
valid unless the procedures established in this Section are followed.
1.9 Special Requirements.
Additional terms and conditions of this Agreement, if any, which are made a part hereof
are set forth in the "Special Requirements" attached hereto as Exhibit `B" and incorporated
herein by this reference. In the event of a conflict between the provisions of Exhibit `B" and any
other provisions of this Agreement, the provisions of Exhibit `B" shall govern.
ARTICLE 2. COMPENSATION AND METHOD OF PAYMENT.
2.1 Contract Sum.
Subject to any limitations set forth in this Agreement, City agrees to pay Consultant the
amounts specified in the "Schedule of Compensation" attached hereto as Exhibit "C" and
incorporated herein by this reference. The total compensation, including reimbursement for
actual expenses, shall not exceed One Hundred Thirteen Thousand Five Hundred Dollars
($113,500.00) (the "Contract Sum"), unless additional compensation is approved pursuant to
Section 1.8.
2.2 Method of Compensation.
The method of compensation may include: (i) a lump sum payment upon completion; (ii)
payment in accordance with specified tasks or the percentage of completion of the services, less
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contract retention; (iii) payment for time and materials based upon the Consultant's rates as
specified in the Schedule of Compensation, provided that (a) time estimates are provided for the
performance of sub tasks, (b) contract retention is maintained, and (c) the Contract Sum is not
exceeded; or (iv) such other methods as may be specified in the Schedule of Compensation.
2.3 Reimbursable Expenses.
Compensation may include reimbursement for actual and necessary expenditures for
reproduction costs, telephone expenses, and travel expenses approved by the Contract Officer in
advance, or actual subcontractor expenses of an approved subcontractor pursuant to Section 4.5,
and only if specified in the Schedule of Compensation. The Contract Sum shall include the
attendance of Consultant at all project meetings reasonably deemed necessary by the City.
Coordination of the performance of the work with City is a critical component of the services. If
Consultant is required to attend additional meetings to facilitate such coordination, Consultant
shall not be entitled to any additional compensation for attending said meetings.
2.4 Invoices.
Each month Consultant shall furnish to City an original invoice for all work performed
and expenses incurred during the preceding month in a form approved by City's Director of
Finance. By submitting an invoice for payment under this Agreement, Consultant is certifying
compliance with all provisions of the Agreement. The invoice shall detail charges for all
necessary and actual expenses by the following categories: labor (by sub -category), travel,
materials, equipment, supplies, and sub -contractor contracts. Sub -contractor charges shall also
be detailed by such categories. Consultant shall not invoice City for any duplicate services
performed by more than one person.
City shall independently review each invoice submitted by the Consultant to determine
whether the work performed and expenses incurred are in compliance with the provisions of this
Agreement. Except as to any charges for work performed or expenses incurred by Consultant
which are disputed by City, or as provided in Section 7.3, City will use its best efforts to cause
Consultant to be paid within forty-five (45) days of receipt of Consultant's correct and
undisputed invoice; however, Consultant acknowledges and agrees that due to City warrant run
procedures, the City cannot guarantee that payment will occur within this time period. In the
event any charges or expenses are disputed by City, the original invoice shall be returned by City
to Consultant for correction and resubmission. Review and payment by City for any invoice
provided by the Consultant shall not constitute a waiver of any rights or remedies provided
herein or any applicable law.
2.5 Waiver.
Payment to Consultant for work performed pursuant to this Agreement shall not be
deemed to waive any defects in work performed by Consultant.
ARTICLE 3. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
3.1 Time of Essence.
Time is of the essence in the performance of this Agreement.
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3.2 Schedule of Performance.
Consultant shall commence the services pursuant to this Agreement upon receipt of a
written notice to proceed and shall perform all services within the time period(s) established in
the "Schedule of Performance" attached hereto as Exhibit "D" and incorporated herein by this
reference. When requested by the Consultant, extensions to the time period(s) specified in the
Schedule of Performance may be approved in writing by the Contract Officer but not exceeding
one hundred eighty (18 0) days cumulatively.
3.3 Force Majeure.
The time period(s) specified in the Schedule of Performance for performance of the
services rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be extended because of any delays due to
unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Consultant,
including, but not restricted to, acts of God or of the public enemy, unusually severe weather,
fires, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, riots, strikes, freight embargoes,
wars, litigation, and/or acts of any governmental agency, including the City, if the Consultant
shall within ten (10) days of the commencement of such delay notify the Contract Officer in
writing of the causes of the delay. The Contract Officer shall ascertain the facts and the extent of
delay, and extend the time for performing the services for the period of the enforced delay when
and if in the judgment of the Contract Officer such delay is justified. The Contract Officer's
determination shall be final and conclusive upon the parties to this Agreement. In no event shall
Consultant be entitled to recover damages against the City for any delay in the performance of
this Agreement, however caused, Consultant's sole remedy being extension of the Agreement
pursuant to this Section.
3.4 Term.
Unless earlier terminated in accordance with Article 7 of this Agreement, this Agreement
shall continue in full force and effect until completion of the services but not exceeding one (1)
years from the date hereof, except as otherwise provided in the Schedule of Performance (Exhibit
«D„
ARTICLE 4. COORDINATION OF WORK
4.1 Representatives and Personnel of Consultant.
The following principals of Consultant ("Principals") are hereby designated as being the
principals and representatives of Consultant authorized to act in its behalf with respect to the
work specified herein and make all decisions in connection therewith:
(Name) (Title)
(Name) (Title)
(Name) (Title)
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It is expressly understood that the experience, knowledge, capability and reputation of the
foregoing principals were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement.
Therefore, the foregoing principals shall be responsible during the term of this Agreement for
directing all activities of Consultant and devoting sufficient time to personally supervise the
services hereunder. All personnel of Consultant, and any authorized agents, shall at all times be
under the exclusive direction and control of the Principals. For purposes of this Agreement, the
foregoing Principals may not be replaced nor may their responsibilities be substantially reduced
by Consultant without the express written approval of City. Additionally, Consultant shall utilize
only competent personnel to perform services pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall make
every reasonable effort to maintain the stability and continuity of Consultant's staff and
subcontractors, if any, assigned to perform the services required under this Agreement.
Consultant shall notify City of any changes in Consultant's staff and subcontractors, if any,
assigned to perform the services required under this Agreement, prior to and during any such
performance.
4.2 Status of Consultant.
Consultant shall have no authority to bind City in any manner, or to incur any obligation,
debt or liability of any kind on behalf of or against City, whether by contract or otherwise, unless
such authority is expressly conferred under this Agreement or is otherwise expressly conferred in
writing by City. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that Consultant or
any of Consultant's officers, employees, or agents are in any manner officials, officers,
employees or agents of City. Neither Consultant, nor any of Consultant's officers, employees or
agents, shall obtain any rights to retirement, health care or any other benefits which may
otherwise accrue to City's employees. Consultant expressly waives any claim Consultant may
have to any such rights.
4.3 Contract Officer.
The Contract Officer shall be Ron Dragoo, Principal Engineer or Michael Throne,
Director of Public Works or such person as may be designated by the City Manager. It shall be
the Consultant's responsibility to assure that the Contract Officer is kept informed of the progress
of the performance of the services and the Consultant shall refer any decisions which must be
made by City to the Contract Officer. Unless otherwise specified herein, any approval of City
required hereunder shall mean the approval of the Contract Officer. The Contract Officer shall
have authority, if specified in writing by the City Manager, to sign all documents on behalf of the
City required hereunder to carry out the terms of this Agreement.
4.4 Independent Consultant.
Neither the City nor any of its employees shall have any control over the manner, mode or
means by which Consultant, its agents or employees, perform the services required herein, except
as otherwise set forth herein. City shall have no voice in the selection, discharge, supervision or
control of Consultant's employees, servants, representatives or agents, or in fixing their number,
compensation or hours of service. Consultant shall perform all services required herein as an
independent contractor of City and shall remain at all times as to City a wholly independent
contractor with only such obligations as are consistent with that role. Consultant shall not at any
time or in any manner represent that it or any of its agents or employees are agents or employees
of City. City shall not in any way or for any purpose become or be deemed to be a partner of
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Consultant in its business or otherwise or a joint venturer or a member of any joint enterprise
with Consultant.
4.5 Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignment.
The experience, knowledge, capability and reputation of Consultant, its principals and
employees were a substantial inducement for the City to enter into this Agreement. Therefore,
Consultant shall not contract with any other entity to perform in whole or in part the services
required hereunder without the express written approval of the City. In addition, neither this
Agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated or
encumbered voluntarily or by operation of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or otherwise,
without the prior written approval of City. Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the
transfer to any person or group of persons acting in concert of more than twenty five percent
(25%) of the present ownership and/or control of Consultant, taking all transfers into account on
a cumulative basis. In the event of any such unapproved transfer, including any bankruptcy
proceeding, this Agreement shall be void. No approved transfer shall release the Consultant or
any surety of Consultant of any liability hereunder without the express consent of City.
ARTICLE 5. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION
5.1 Insurance Coverages.
The Consultant shall procure and maintain, at its sole cost and expense, in a form and
content satisfactory to City, during the entire term of this Agreement including any extension
thereof, the following policies of insurance which shall cover all elected and appointed officers,
employees and agents of City:
(a) Commercial General Liability Insurance (Occurrence Form CG0001 or
equivalent). A policy of comprehensive general liability insurance written on a per occurrence
basis for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage. The policy of insurance shall be in
an amount not less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence or if a general aggregate limit is used, then
the general aggregate limit shall be twice the occurrence limit.
(b) Worker's Compensation Insurance. A policy of worker's compensation
insurance in such amount as will fully comply with the laws of the State of California and which
shall indemnify, insure and provide legal defense for the Consultant against any loss, claim or
damage arising from any injuries or occupational diseases occurring to any worker employed by
or any persons retained by the Consultant in the course of carrying out the work or services
contemplated in this Agreement.
(c) Automotive Insurance (Form CA 0001 (Ed 1/87,) including "any auto" and
endorsement CA 0025 or equivalent). A policy of comprehensive automobile liability insurance
written on a per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage in an amount not less than
$1,000,000. Said policy shall include coverage for owned, non -owned, leased, hired cars and any
automobile.
(d) Professional Liability. Professional liability insurance appropriate to the
Consultant's profession. This coverage may be written on a "claims made" basis, and must
include coverage for contractual liability. The professional liability insurance required by this
Agreement must be endorsed to be applicable to claims based upon, arising out of or related to
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services performed under this Agreement. The insurance must be maintained for at least 5
consecutive years following the completion of Consultant's services or the termination of this
Agreement. During this additional 5 -year period, Consultant shall annually and upon request of
the City submit written evidence of this continuous coverage.
(e) Subcontractors. Consultant shall include all subcontractors as insureds
under its policies or shall furnish separate certificates and certified endorsements for each
subcontractor. All coverages for subcontractors shall include all of the requirements stated
herein.
(f) Additional Insurance. Policies of such other insurance, as may be required
in the Special Requirements in Exhibit `B".
5.2 General Insurance Requirements.
All of the above policies of insurance shall be primary insurance and shall name the City,
its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents as additional insureds and any insurance
maintained by City or its officers, employees or agents may apply in excess of, and not
contribute with Consultant's insurance. The insurer is deemed hereof to waive all rights of
subrogation and contribution it may have against the City, its officers, employees and agents and
their respective insurers. Moreover, the insurance policy must specify that where the primary
insured does not satisfy the self-insured retention, any additional insured may satisfy the self-
insured retention.
All of said policies of insurance shall provide that said insurance may not be amended or
cancelled by the insurer or any party hereto without providing thirty (30) days prior written notice
by certified mail return receipt requested to the City. In the event any of said policies of
insurance are cancelled, the Consultant shall, prior to the cancellation date, submit new evidence
of insurance in conformance with Section 5.1 to the Contract Officer.
No work or services under this Agreement shall commence until the Consultant has
provided the City with Certificates of Insurance, additional insured endorsement forms or
appropriate insurance binders evidencing the above insurance coverages and said Certificates of
Insurance or binders are approved by the City. City reserves the right to inspect complete,
certified copies of and endorsements to all required insurance policies at any time. Any failure to
comply with the reporting or other provisions of the policies including breaches or warranties
shall not affect coverage provided to City.
All certificates shall name the City as additional insured (providing the appropriate
endorsement) and shall conform to the following "cancellation" notice:
CANCELLATION:
SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE
THE EXPIRATION DATED THEREOF, THE ISSUING COMPANY SHALL MAIL
THIRTY (30) -DAY ADVANCE WRITTEN NOTICE TO CERTIFICATE HOLDER
NAMED HEREIN.
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Consultant Initials
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City, its respective elected and appointed officers, directors, officials, employees, agents
and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds as respects: liability arising out of
activities Consultant performs; products and completed operations of Consultant; premises
owned, occupied or used by Consultant; or any automobiles owned, leased, hired or borrowed by
Consultant. The coverage shall contain no special limitations on the scope of protection afforded
to City, and their respective elected and appointed officers, officials, employees or volunteers.
Consultant's insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made or suit
is brought, except with respect to the limits of the insurer's liability.
Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by City. At
the option of City, either the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self-insured
retentions as respects City or its respective elected or appointed officers, officials, employees and
volunteers or the Consultant shall procure a bond guaranteeing payment of losses and related
investigations, claim administration, defense expenses and claims. The Consultant agrees that
the requirement to provide insurance shall not be construed as limiting in any way the extent to
which the Consultant may be held responsible for the payment of damages to any persons or
property resulting from the Consultant's activities or the activities of any person or persons for
which the Consultant is otherwise responsible nor shall it limit the Consultant's indemnification
liabilities as provided in Section 5.3.
In the event the Consultant subcontracts any portion of the work in compliance with
Section 4.5 of this Agreement, the contract between the Consultant and such subcontractor shall
require the subcontractor to maintain the same policies of insurance that the Consultant is
required to maintain pursuant to Section 5.1, and such certificates and endorsements shall be
provided to City.
5.3 Indemnification.
To the full extent permitted by law, Consultant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold
harmless the City, its officers, employees and agents ("Indemnified Parties") against, and will
hold and save them and each of them harmless from, any and all actions, either judicial,
administrative, arbitration or regulatory claims, damages to persons or property, losses, costs,
penalties, obligations, errors, omissions or liabilities whether actual or threatened (herein "claims
or liabilities") that may be asserted or claimed by any person, firm or entity arising out of or in
connection with the negligent performance of the work, operations or activities provided herein
of Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, subcontractors, or invitees, or any individual or
entity for which Consultant is legally liable ("indemnitors"), or arising from Consultant's or
indemnitors' reckless or willful misconduct, or arising from Consultant's or indemnitors'
negligent performance of or failure to perform any term, provision, covenant or condition of this
Agreement, and in connection therewith:
(a) Consultant will defend any action or actions filed in connection with any
of said claims or liabilities and will pay all costs and expenses, including legal costs and
attorneys' fees incurred in connection therewith;
(b) Consultant will promptly pay any judgment rendered against the City, its
officers, agents or employees for any such claims or liabilities arising out of or in connection
with the negligent performance of or failure to perform such work, operations or activities of
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Consultant hereunder; and Consultant agrees to save and hold the City, its officers, agents, and
employees harmless therefrom;
(c) In the event the City, its officers, agents or employees is made a party to
any action or proceeding filed or prosecuted against Consultant for such damages or other claims
arising out of or in connection with the negligent performance of or failure to perform the work,
operation or activities of Consultant hereunder, Consultant agrees to pay to the City, its officers,
agents or employees, any and all costs and expenses incurred by the City, its officers, agents or
employees in such action or proceeding, including but not limited to, legal costs and attorneys'
fees.
Consultant shall incorporate similar indemnity agreements with its subcontractors and if
it fails to do so Consultant shall be fully responsible to indemnify City hereunder therefore, and
failure of City to monitor compliance with these provisions shall not be a waiver hereof. This
indemnification includes claims or liabilities arising from any negligent or wrongful act, error or
omission, or reckless or willful misconduct of Consultant in the performance of professional
services hereunder. The provisions of this Section do not apply to claims or liabilities occurring
as a result of City's sole negligence or willful acts or omissions, but, to the fullest extent
permitted by law, shall apply to claims and liabilities resulting in part from City's negligence,
except that design professionals' indemnity hereunder shall be limited to claims and liabilities
arising out of the negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct of the design professional. The
indemnity obligation shall be binding on successors and assigns of Consultant and shall survive
termination of this Agreement.
5.4 Sufficiency of Insurer.
Insurance required by this Agreement shall be satisfactory only if issued by companies
qualified to do business in California, rated "A" or better in the most recent edition of Best
Rating Guide, The Key Rating Guide or in the Federal Register, and only if they are of a financial
category Class VII or better, unless such requirements are waived by the Risk Manager of the
City ("Risk Manager") due to unique circumstances. If this Agreement continues for more than 3
years duration, or in the event the risk manager determines that the work or services to be
performed under this Agreement creates an increased or decreased risk of loss to the City, the
Consultant agrees that the minimum limits of the insurance policies may be changed accordingly
upon receipt of written notice from the Risk Manager.
ARTICLE 6. RECORDS, REPORTS, AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION
6.1 Records.
Consultant shall keep, and require subcontractors to keep, such ledgers, books of
accounts, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, reports, studies or other documents relating to the
disbursements charged to City and services performed hereunder (the "books and records"), as
shall be necessary to perform the services required by this Agreement and enable the Contract
Officer to evaluate the performance of such services. Any and all such documents shall be
maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall be complete
and detailed. The Contract Officer shall have full and free access to such books and records at all
times during normal business hours of City, including the right to inspect, copy, audit and make
records and transcripts from such records. Such records shall be maintained for a period of three
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(3) years following completion of the services hereunder, and the City shall have access to such
records in the event any audit is required. In the event of dissolution of Consultant's business,
custody of the books and records may be given to City, and access shall be provided by
Consultant's successor in interest. Notwithstanding the above, the Consultant shall fully
cooperate with the City in providing access to the books and records if a public records request is
made and disclosure is required by law including but not limited to the California Public Records
Act.
6.2 Reports.
Consultant shall periodically prepare and submit to the Contract Officer such reports
concerning the performance of the services required by this Agreement as the Contract Officer
shall require. Consultant hereby acknowledges that the City is greatly concerned about the cost
of work and services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement. For this reason, Consultant
agrees that if Consultant becomes aware of any facts, circumstances, techniques, or events that
may or will materially increase or decrease the cost of the work or services contemplated herein
or, if Consultant is providing design services, the cost of the project being designed, Consultant
shall promptly notify the Contract Officer of said fact, circumstance, technique or event and the
estimated increased or decreased cost related thereto and, if Consultant is providing design
services, the estimated increased or decreased cost estimate for the project being designed.
6.3 Ownership of Documents.
All drawings, specifications, maps, designs, photographs, studies, surveys, data, notes,
computer files, reports, records, documents and other materials (the "documents and materials")
prepared by Consultant, its employees, subcontractors and agents in the performance of this
Agreement shall be the property of City and shall be delivered to City upon request of the
Contract Officer or upon the termination of this Agreement, and Consultant shall have no claim
for further employment or additional compensation as a result of the exercise by City of its full
rights of ownership use, reuse, or assignment of the documents and materials hereunder. Any
use, reuse or assignment of such completed documents for other projects and/or use of
uncompleted documents without specific written authorization by the Consultant will be at the
City's sole risk and without liability to Consultant, and Consultant's guarantee and warranties
shall not extend to such use, reuse or assignment. Consultant may retain copies of such
documents for its own use. Consultant shall have the right to use the concepts embodied therein.
All subcontractors shall provide for assignment to City of any documents or materials prepared
by them, and in the event Consultant fails to secure such assignment, Consultant shall indemnify
City for all damages resulting therefrom. Moreover, Consultant with respect to any documents
and materials that may qualify as "works made for hire" as defined in 17 U.S.C. § 101, such
documents and materials are hereby deemed "works made for hire" for the City.
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6.4 Confidentialitv and Release of Information.
(a) All information gained or work product produced by Consultant
in performance of this Agreement shall be considered confidential, unless such information is in
the public domain or already known to Consultant. Consultant shall not release or disclose any
such information or work product to persons or entities other than City without prior written
authorization from the Contract Officer.
(b) Consultant, its officers, employees, agents or subcontractors,
shall not, without prior written authorization from the Contract Officer or unless requested by the
City Attorney, voluntarily provide documents, declarations, letters of support, testimony at
depositions, response to interrogatories or other information concerning the work performed
under this Agreement. Response to a subpoena or court order shall not be considered "voluntary"
provided Consultant gives City notice of such court order or subpoena.
(c) If Consultant, or any officer, employee, agent or subcontractor of
Consultant, provides any information or work product in violation of this Agreement, then City
shall have the right to reimbursement and indemnity from Consultant for any damages, costs and
fees, including attorneys fees, caused by or incurred as a result of Consultant's conduct.
(d) Consultant shall promptly notify City should Consultant, its
officers, employees, agents or subcontractors be served with any summons, complaint, subpoena,
notice of deposition, request for documents, interrogatories, request for admissions or other
discovery request, court order or subpoena from any party regarding this Agreement and the work
performed there under. City retains the right, but has no obligation, to represent Consultant or be
present at any deposition, hearing or similar proceeding. Consultant agrees to cooperate fully
with City and to provide City with the opportunity to review any response to discovery requests
provided by Consultant. However, this right to review any such response does not imply or mean
the right by City to control, direct, or rewrite said response.
ARTICLE 7. ENFORCEMENT OF AGREEMENT AND TERMINATION
7.1 California Law.
This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed and governed both as to validity and to
performance of the parties in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Legal actions
concerning any dispute, claim or matter arising out of or in relation to this Agreement shall be
instituted in the Superior Court of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, or any other
appropriate court in such county, and Consultant covenants and agrees to submit to the personal
jurisdiction of such court in the event of such action. In the event of litigation in a U.S. District
Court, venue shall lie exclusively in the Central District of California, in the County of Los
Angeles, State of California.
7.2 Disputes; Default.
In the event that Consultant is in default under the terms of this Agreement, the City shall
not have any obligation or duty to continue compensating Consultant for any work performed
after the date of default. Instead, the City may give notice to Consultant of the default and the
reasons for the default. The notice shall include the timeframe in which Consultant may cure the
default. This timeframe is presumptively thirty (30) days, but may be extended, though not
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reduced, if circumstances warrant. During the period of time that Consultant is in default, the
City shall hold all invoices and shall, when the default is cured, proceed with payment on the
invoices. In the alternative, the City may, in its sole discretion, elect to pay some or all of the
outstanding invoices during the period of default. If Consultant does not cure the default, the
City may take necessary steps to terminate this Agreement under this Article. Any failure on the
part of the City to give notice of the Consultant's default shall not be deemed to result in a waiver
of the City's legal rights or any rights arising out of any provision of this Agreement.
7.3 Retention of Funds.
Consultant hereby authorizes City to deduct from any amount payable to Consultant
(whether or not arising out of this Agreement) (i) any amounts the payment of which may be in
dispute hereunder or which are necessary to compensate City for any losses, costs, liabilities, or
damages suffered by City, and (ii) all amounts for which City may be liable to third parties, by
reason of Consultant's acts or omissions in performing or failing to perform Consultant's
obligation under this Agreement. In the event that any claim is made by a third party, the amount
or validity of which is disputed by Consultant, or any indebtedness shall exist which shall appear
to be the basis for a claim of lien, City may withhold from any payment due, without liability for
interest because of such withholding, an amount sufficient to cover such claim. The failure of
City to exercise such right to deduct or to withhold shall not, however, affect the obligations of
the Consultant to insure, indemnify, and protect City as elsewhere provided herein.
7.4 Waiver.
Waiver by any party to this Agreement of any term, condition, or covenant of this
Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other term, condition, or covenant. Waiver by
any party of any breach of the provisions of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any
other provision or a waiver of any subsequent breach or violation of any provision of this
Agreement. Acceptance by City of any work or services by Consultant shall not constitute a
waiver of any of the provisions of this Agreement. No delay or omission in the exercise of any
right or remedy by a non -defaulting party on any default shall impair such right or remedy or be
construed as a waiver. Any waiver by either party of any default must be in writing and shall not
be a waiver of any other default concerning the same or any other provision of this Agreement.
7.5 Rights and Remedies are Cumulative.
Except with respect to rights and remedies expressly declared to be exclusive in this
Agreement, the rights and remedies of the parties are cumulative and the exercise by either party
of one or more of such rights or remedies shall not preclude the exercise by it, at the same or
different times, of any other rights or remedies for the same default or any other default by the
other party.
7.6 Legal Action.
In addition to any other rights or remedies, either party may take legal action, in law or in
equity, to cure, correct or remedy any default, to recover damages for any default, to compel
specific performance of this Agreement, to obtain declaratory or injunctive relief, or to obtain
any other remedy consistent with the purposes of this Agreement. Notwithstanding any contrary
provision herein, Consultant shall file a statutory claim pursuant to Government Code Sections
905 et. seq. and 910 et. seq., in order to pursue a legal action under this Agreement.
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7.7 Termination Prior to Expiration of Term.
This Section shall govern any termination of this Contract except as specifically provided
in the following Section for termination for cause. The City reserves the right to terminate this
Contract at any time, with or without cause, upon thirty (30) days' written notice to Consultant,
except that where termination is due to the fault of the Consultant, the period of notice may be
such shorter time as may be determined by the Contract Officer. In addition, the Consultant
reserves the right to terminate this Contract at any time, with or without cause, upon sixty (60)
days' written notice to City, except that where termination is due to the fault of the City, the
period of notice may be such shorter time as the Consultant may determine. Upon receipt of any
notice of termination, Consultant shall immediately cease all services hereunder except such as
may be specifically approved by the Contract Officer. Except where the Consultant has initiated
termination, the Consultant shall be entitled to compensation for all services rendered prior to the
effective date of the notice of termination and for any services authorized by the Contract Officer
thereafter in accordance with the Schedule of Compensation or such as may be approved by the
Contract Officer, except as provided in Section 7.3. In the event the Consultant has initiated
termination, the Consultant shall be entitled to compensation only for the reasonable value of the
work product actually produced hereunder. In the event of termination without cause pursuant to
this Section, the terminating party need not provide the non -terminating party with the
opportunity to cure pursuant to Section 7.2.
7.8 Termination for Default of Consultant.
If termination is due to the failure of the Consultant to fulfill its obligations under this
Agreement, City may, after compliance with the provisions of Section 7.2, take over the work
and prosecute the same to completion by contract or otherwise, and the Consultant shall be liable
to the extent that the total cost for completion of the services required hereunder exceeds the
compensation herein stipulated (provided that the City shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate
such damages), and City may withhold any payments to the Consultant for the purpose of set-off
or partial payment of the amounts owed the City as previously stated.
7.9 Attorneys' Fees.
If either party to this Agreement is required to initiate or defend or made a party to any
action or proceeding in any way connected with this Agreement, the prevailing party in such
action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief which may be granted, whether legal or
equitable, shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees. Attorney's fees shall include attorney's
fees on any appeal, and in addition a party entitled to attorney's fees shall be entitled to all other
reasonable costs for investigating such action, taking depositions and discovery and all other
necessary costs the court allows which are incurred in such litigation. All such fees shall be
deemed to have accrued on commencement of such action and shall be enforceable whether or
not such action is prosecuted to judgment.
ARTICLE 8. CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES: NON-DISCRIMINATION
8.1 Non-liabili . of City Officers and Employees.
No officer or employee of the City shall be personally liable to the Consultant, or any
successor in interest, in the event of any default or breach by the City or for any amount which
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may become due to the Consultant or to its successor, or for breach of any obligation of the terms
of this Agreement.
8.2 Conflict of Interest.
Consultant covenants that neither it, nor any officer or principal of its firm, has or shall
acquire any interest, directly or indirectly, which would conflict in any manner with the interests
of City or which would in any way hinder Consultant's performance of services under this
Agreement. Consultant further covenants that in the performance of this Agreement, no person
having any such interest shall be employed by it as an officer, employee, agent or subcontractor
without the express written consent of the Contract Officer. Consultant agrees to at all times
avoid conflicts of interest or the appearance of any conflicts of interest with the interests of City
in the performance of this Agreement.
No officer or employee of the City shall have any financial interest, direct or indirect, in
this Agreement nor shall any such officer or employee participate in any decision relating to the
Agreement which affects her/his financial interest or the financial interest of any corporation,
partnership or association in which (s)he is, directly or indirectly, interested, in violation of any
State statute or regulation. The Consultant warrants that it has not paid or given and will not pay
or give any third party any money or other consideration for obtaining this Agreement.
8.3 Covenant Against Discrimination.
Consultant covenants that, by and for itself, its heirs, executors, assigns, and all persons
claiming under or through them, that there shall be no discrimination against or segregation of,
any person or group of persons on account of race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual
orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry or other protected class in the performance of
this Agreement. Consultant shall take affirmative action to insure that applicants are employed
and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their race, color, creed,
religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry or other
protected class.
8.4 Unauthorized Aliens.
Consultant hereby promises and agrees to comply with all of the provisions of the Federal
Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C.A. §§ 1101, et seq., as amended, and in connection
therewith, shall not employ unauthorized aliens as defined therein. Should Consultant so employ
such unauthorized aliens for the performance of work and/or services covered by this Agreement,
and should any liability or sanctions be imposed against City for such use of unauthorized aliens,
Consultant hereby agrees to and shall reimburse City for the cost of all such liabilities or
sanctions imposed, together with any and all costs, including attorneys' fees, incurred by City.
ARTICLE 9. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
9.1 Notices.
Any notice, demand, request, document, consent, approval, or communication either party
desires or is required to give to the other party or any other person shall be in writing and either
served personally or sent by prepaid, first-class mail, in the case of the City, to the City Manager
and to the attention of the Contract Officer (with her/his name and City title), City of Rancho
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Palos Verdes, 30940 Hawthorne Blvd., California 90275 and in the case of the Consultant, to the
person(s) at the address designated on the execution page of this Agreement. Either party may
change its address by notifying the other party of the change of address in writing. Notice shall
be deemed communicated at the time personally delivered or in seventy-two (72) hours from the
time of mailing if mailed as provided in this Section.
9.2 Interpretation.
The terms of this Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the meaning of the
language used and shall not be construed for or against either party by reason of the authorship of
this Agreement or any other rule of construction which might otherwise apply.
9.3 Counterparts.
This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an
original, and such counterparts shall constitute one and the same instrument.
9.4 Integration; Amendment.
This Agreement including the attachments hereto is the entire, complete and exclusive
expression of the understanding of the parties. It is understood that there are no oral agreements
between the parties hereto affecting this Agreement and this Agreement supersedes and cancels
any and all previous negotiations, arrangements, agreements and understandings, if any, between
the parties, and none shall be used to interpret this Agreement. No amendment to or
modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and approved by the
Consultant and by the City Council. The parties agree that this requirement for written
modifications cannot be waived and that any attempted waiver shall be void.
9.5 Severability.
In the event that any one or more of the phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or
sections contained in this Agreement shall be declared invalid or unenforceable by a valid
judgment or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall
not affect any of the remaining phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections of this
Agreement which are hereby declared as severable and shall be interpreted to carry out the intent
of the parties hereunder unless the invalid provision is so material that its invalidity deprives
either party of the basic benefit of their bargain or renders this Agreement meaningless.
9.6 Warranty & Representation of Non -Collusion.
No official, officer, or employee of City has any financial interest, direct or indirect, in
this Agreement, nor shall any official, officer, or employee of City participate in any decision
relating to this Agreement which may affect his/her financial interest or the financial interest of
any corporation, partnership, or association in which (s)he is directly or indirectly interested, or
in violation of any corporation, partnership, or association in which (s)he is directly or indirectly
interested, or in violation of any State or municipal statute or regulation. The determination of
"financial interest" shall be consistent with State law and shall not include interests found to be
"remote" or "noninterests" pursuant to Government Code Sections 1091 or 1091.5. Consultant
warrants and represents that it has not paid or given, and will not pay or give, to any third party
including, but not limited to, any City official, officer, or employee, any money, consideration, or
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other thing of value as a result or consequence of obtaining or being awarded any agreement.
Consultant further warrants and represents that (s)he/it has not engaged in any act(s),
omission(s), or other conduct or collusion that would result in the payment of any money,
consideration, or other thing of value to any third parry including, but not limited to, any City
official, officer, or employee, as a result of consequence of obtaining or being awarded any
agreement. Consultant is aware of and understands that any such act(s), omission(s) or other
conduct resulting in such payment of money, consideration, or other thing of value will render
this Agreement void and of no force or effect.
Consultant's Authorized Initials
9.7 Corporate Authority.
The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the parties hereto warrant that (i) such
party is duly organized and existing, (ii) they are duly authorized to execute and deliver this
Agreement on behalf of said party, (iii) by so executing this Agreement, such party is formally
bound to the provisions of this Agreement, and (iv) the entering into this Agreement does not
violate any provision of any other Agreement to which said party is bound. This Agreement shall
be binding upon the heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the parties.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on
the date and year first -above written.
ATTEST:
, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ALESHIRE & WYNDER, LLP
David J. Aleshire, City Attorney
CITY:
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, a
municipal corporation
CONSULTANT:
Withers & Sandgren, Ltd.
By:
Name:
Title:
Lo
Name:
Title:
Withers & Sandgren, Ltd.
P.O. Box 276
Montrose, CA 91021
, Mayor
Two corporate officer signatures required when Consultant is a corporation, with one signature required
from each of the following groups: 1) Chairman of the Board, President or any Vice President; and 2)
Secretary, any Assistant Secretary, Chief Financial Officer or any Assistant Treasurer. CONSULTANT'S
SIGNATURES SHALL BE DULY NOTARIZED, AND APPROPRIATE ATTESTATIONS SHALL BE
INCLUDED AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE BYLAWS, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, OR
OTHER RULES OR REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO CONSULTANT'S BUSINESS ENTITY.
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CALIFORNIA ALL-PURPOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the
document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy or validity of that document.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
On , 2016 before me, , personally appeared , proved to me on
the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose names(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and
acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by
his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted,
executed the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is
true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature:
OPTIONAL
Though the data below is not required by law, it may prove valuable to persons relying on the document and could
prevent fraudulent reattachment of this form
CAPACITY CLAIMED BY SIGNER
❑
INDIVIDUAL
❑
CORPORATE OFFICER
TITLE(S)
❑
PARTNER(S) ❑ LIMITED
❑ GENERAL
❑
ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
❑
TRUSTEE(S)
❑
GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR
❑
OTHER
SIGNER
IS REPRESENTING:
(NAME OF PERSON(S) OR ENTITY(IES))
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DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED DOCUMENT
TITLE OR TYPE OF DOCUMENT
NUMBER OF PAGES
DATE OF DOCUMENT
SIGNER(S) OTHER THAN NAMED ABOVE
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CALIFORNIA ALL-PURPOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the
document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy or validity of that document.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
On , 2016 before me, , personally appeared , proved to me on
the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose names(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and
acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by
his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted,
executed the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is
true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature:
OPTIONAL
Though the data below is not required by law, it may prove valuable to persons relying on the document and could
prevent fraudulent reattachment of this form.
CAPACITY CLAIMED BY SIGNER
❑
INDIVIDUAL
❑
CORPORATE OFFICER
TITLE(S)
❑
PARTNER(S) ❑ LIMITED
❑ GENERAL
❑
ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
❑
TRUSTEE(S)
❑
GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR
❑
OTHER
SIGNER
IS REPRESENTING:
(NAME OF PERSON(S) OR ENTITY(IES))
DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED DOCUMENT
TITLE OR TYPE OF DOCUMENT
NUMBER OF PAGES
DATE OF DOCUMENT
SIGNER(S) OTHER THAN NAMED ABOVE
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EXHIBIT "A"
SCOPE OF SERVICES
I. Consultant will perform the following Services:
A. Analysis/design base
i.
Kick-off meeting
ii.
Review existing records
iii.
Develop topographic survey
B. Field Inventory
i.
Prepare cost estimates for 2 current designs
ii.
Utility research
iii.
Prepare recommended design based on costs and priorities
iv.
Review recommendations with City
v.
Prepare presentation materials for first outreach meeting
vi.
Review/revise with City
vii.
Outreach meeting #I
viii.
Prepare final park design
ix.
Prepare final park estimate for final park design
x.
Prepare phasing options
xi.
Review options & make final decision on Phase 1
xii.
100% design submittal
C. Construction Documents
i.
Prepare 60% construction documents submittal
ii.
Review costs and plans with City
iii.
Prepare 90% construction documents submittal
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iv. Review costs and plans with City
v. Outreach meeting #2
vi. Prepare Final construction documents submittal
D. Bidding and Construction
i. Attend pre -construction meeting
II. As part of the Services, Consultant will prepare and deliver the following tangible
work products to the City:
A. Project kick-off meeting with Staff deliverables including
i. Meeting agenda
ii. Meeting notes
B. Updated scope, budget and schedule
C. Meeting notes
D. Field inventory documents including
i. Documentation of field notes, study findings, photographs
ii. Presentation materials
iii. Outreach meeting materials
iv. Topographic survey
E. Construction documents, cost estimates and technical specifications including
i. Meeting minutes
ii. Design memorandum
iii. 60% construction plans, cost estimate, draft technical specifications
iv. 75% design drawing package
v. 90% construction plans, cost estimate, draft technical specifications
vi. 100% construction plans, cost estimate, draft technical specifications
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vii. 100% construction document and plan specifications for the project,
including electronic submittals and required hard copy submittals in full-
sized drawing sets, with wet -signed stamps included
F. Bid support
i. Attendance at pre-bid meeting
G. Construction As-builts
i. As -built drawings received from contractor and updated electronic
drawings
ii. Final distribution of all documents
III. In addition to the requirements of Section 6.2, during performance of the Services,
Consultant will keep the City appraised of the status of performance by delivering
the following status reports:
A. Consultant will provide a written periodic summary of progress when requested to
do so by Staff.
IV. All work product is subject to review and acceptance by the City, and must be
revised by the Consultant without additional charge to the City until found
satisfactory and accepted by City.
V. Consultant will utilize the following personnel to accomplish the Services:
A. Lacey Wither, Project Manager, Withers & Sandgren, Ltd.
B. KOA Corporation
C. KDM Meridian
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EXHIBIT "B"
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(Superseding Contract Boilerplate)
4.5 Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignment.
Therefore, Consultant shall not contract with any entity other than the ones listed below
to perform in whole or in part the services required hereunder without the express written
approval of the City.
a. KOA Corporation
b. KDM Meridian
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EXHIBIT "C"
SCHEDULE OF COMPENSATION
I. Consultant shall perform the following tasks at the following not to exceed amounts:
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RATE
TIME
SUB -BUDGET
A. Analysis/design base
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$48,500
i. Kick-off meeting
$150/hr
20 hr
$3,000
ii. Review existing records
$150/hr
20 hr
$3,000
iii. Develop topographic survey
$125/hr
100 hr
$12,500
B. Field Inventory
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-
$50,900
i. Prepare cost estimates for 2
$150/hr
76 hr
$11,400
current designs
ii. Utility research
$125/hr
28 hr
$3,500
iii. Prepare recommended
design based on costs and
$150/hr
90 hr
$13,500
priorities
iv. Review recommendations
$150/hr
9 hr
$1,350
with City
v. Prepare presentation
materials for first outreach
$150/hr
52 hr
$7,800
meeting
vi. Review/revise with City
$150/hr
9 hr
$1,350
vii. Outreach meeting #1
$150/hr
8 hr
$1,200
viii. Prepare final park design
$125/hr
58 hr
$7,250
ix. Prepare final park estimate
$150/hr
9 hr
$1,350
for final park design
x. Prepare phasing options
$140/hr
7 hr
$860
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xi. Review options & make
final decision on Phase 1
xii. 100% design submittal
C. Construction Documents
i. Prepare 60% construction
documents submittal
ii. Review costs and plans with
city
iii. Prepare 90% construction
documents submittal
iv. Review costs and plans
with City
v. Outreach meeting #2
vi. Prepare Final construction
documents submittal
C. Bidding and Construction
i. Attend pre -construction
meeting
TOTAL SER VICES
$140/hr
1 hr
$140
$150/hr
8 hr
$1,200
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-
$38,600
$130/hr
95 hr
$12,350
$150/hr
29 hr
$4,350
$130/hr
95 hr
$12,350
$150/hr
29 hr
$4,350
$150/hr
8 hr
$1,200
$125/hr
32 hr
$4,000
-
-
$5,000
$5,000
-
$5,000
$113,000
II. Within the budgeted amounts for each Task, and with the approval of the Contract
Officer, funds may be shifted from one Task subbudget to another so long as the
Contract Sum is not exceeded per Section 2.1, unless Additional Services are
approved per Section 1.8.
III. The City will compensate Consultant for the Services performed upon submission of
a valid invoice. Each invoice is to include:
A. Line items for all personnel describing the work performed, the number of hours
worked, and the hourly rate.
B. Line items for all materials and equipment properly charged to the Services.
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C. Line items for all other approved reimbursable expenses claimed, with supporting
documentation.
D. Line items for all approved subcontractor labor, supplies, equipment, materials, and
travel properly charged to the Services.
IV. The total compensation for all the Services shall not exceed a maximum of $113,500
as provided in Section 2.1 of this Agreement.
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EXHIBIT "D"
SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE
I. Consultant shall perform all Services timely in accordance with the schedule found
in Exhibit D-1 where June 6, 2016 is the assumed start date. The actual start date
will be determined by the City and the schedule adjusted accordingly. The updated
schedule will be delivered to the City by the Consultant.
II. Consultant shall deliver the following tangible work products to the City by the
following dates as they correspond with Exhibit D-1.
A. Project kick-off meeting with Staff deliverables including
i. Meeting agenda will be delivered on the start date corresponding with task
A.1
ii. Meeting notes will be delivered within two business days of the finish date
corresponding with task A.1
B. Updated scope, budget and schedule will be delivered on the finish date
corresponding with task A.2
C. Meeting notes will be delivered on the finish date corresponding with task A.2
D. Field inventory documents including
i. Documentation of field notes, study findings, photographs will be
delivered on the start date corresponding with task B.4
ii. Presentation materials will be delivered on the finish date corresponding
with task B.5
iii. Outreach meeting materials will be delivered two business days prior to
the start date corresponding with task B.7
iv. Topographic survey will be delivered on the finish date corresponding
with task A.3
E. Construction documents, cost estimates and technical specifications including
i. Meeting minutes will be delivered on the finish dates corresponding with
tasks C.2 and CA
ii. Design memorandum will be delivered on the finish date corresponding
with task C.1
M.
iii. 60% construction plans, cost estimate, draft technical specifications will
be delivered on the finish date corresponding with task C.1
iv. 75% design drawing package will be delivered three business days after
the start date corresponding with task C.2
v. 90% construction plans, cost estimate, draft technical specifications will
be delivered on the finish date corresponding with task C.3
vi. 100% construction plans, cost estimate, draft technical specifications will
be delivered on the finish date corresponding with task C.5
vii. 100% construction document and plan specifications for the project,
including electronic submittals and required hard copy submittals in full-
sized drawing sets, with wet -signed stamps included will be delivered on
the finish date corresponding with task C.6
F. Bid support
i. Attendance at pre-bid meeting will be determined by the City instead of
task D.1
G. Construction As-builts
i. As -built drawings received from
drawings will be determined by
construction of the project
contractor and updated electronic
the City of the completion of the
ii. Final distribution of all documents will be determined by the City of the
completion of the construction of the project
The Contract Officer may approve extensions for performance of the services in
accordance with Section 3.2.
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April 28, 2016
Ms. Nicole Jules
Deputy Director Public Works
City of Rancho Palos Verdes
30940 Hawthorne Blvd.
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
WITHERS &
SANDGREN
LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTURE
+PLANNING
RE: Statement of Qualifications for Landscape Architectural Services for Lower Hesse Park
COST PROPOSAL
Withers & Sandgren, Ltd.
Item
Amount
Comments
Field Inventory
$ $ 9,000
Time and Materials not to
exceed amount
Item 1- Civil Design Services
Time and Materials not to
(a) Project Kick-off meeting
$ $ 3,000
exceed amount
$ $ 3,000
(b) Review Existing Records
$ $10,000
(c) Public Outreach (2)
(d) Utility Coordination
$ $ 3,500
(e) Prepare Construction Plans
$ $52,000
(f) Prepare Engineer's Estimates
$ $ 5.000
(g) Prepare Technical Specifications and
Special Provisions
$ $ 5,000
(h) Attend Pre -Construction Meeting(s)
$ $ 5,000
$ $ 4,000
(i) Final Deliverables & As-Builts
(j) Project Schedule
$ $ 1,000
(k) Project Surveying
$ $12,500
GRAND TOTAL
$ $113,500
Individual construction drawing sheets can range from $1,000 to $3,000 based on complexity
of content.
P.O. BOX 276, MONTROSE, CA 91021 DELIVERIES: 20948 TULSA ST., CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 mail@withersandsandgren.com (818) 291-0200 B — 2
April 28, 2016
Ms. Nicole Jules
Deputy Director Public Works
City of Rancho Palos Verdes
30940 Hawthorne Blvd.
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
WITHERS &
SANDGREN
LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTURE
+ PLANNING
RE: Statement of Qualifications for Landscape Architectural Services for Lower Hesse Park
Dear Ms. Jules:
The landscape architecture and planning firm of Withers & Sandgren and our highly qualified
team respectfully submit this proposal for consideration by the City of Rancho Palos Verdes for the
Request for Proposal for Engineering Design Services related to the City's Lower Hesse Park
Improvement Project. We thoroughly understand the complexities of public park design and
rehabilitation, planning, design and construction processes. Our team would very much like the
opportunity to provide our expertise and assist the City in its endeavor to expand the existing
Hesse Park into the lower 18 acres.
Withers & Sandgren is deeply committed to working with the City and the community to deliver
comprehensive quality work that will maximize the Park's recreational amenities, lovely natural
setting, and historical connections to the local community. Our approach to the field inventory
and preliminary analysis would be to start with a thorough preliminary conceptual cost estimate
for both concepts. We would then work closely with the City to prioritize proposed design
elements based on construction costs and available construction budget. Sustainability and best
management practices would also be evaluated and proposed at this time. This may include a
variable combination of surfaces that are permeable, green/recycled materials, smart irrigation,
vandal resistant improvements, solar powered lighting and native or drought tolerant plantings.
Some of these features such as solar powered security lighting and native plant species may also
be multi -beneficial to value engineering the proposed project by saving in utility infrastructure
throughout the 18 acres.
Withers & Sandgren has extensive experience with this type of work. We have designed, costed,
prepared construction documents and performed construction administration on similar park
projects located all over Southern California, ranging in size from 1/2 acre to 142 acres. In the past
we have had a good working relationship with the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. Working with
Siamak Motohari, we prepared construction documents for the playground improvements at
Hesse Park and Eastview Park, various improvements at Ryan Park and the Hawthorne and Palos
Verdes Drive landscaped medians. Withers & Sandgren's strength is working closely with our client
to define and refine the scope of work to stay within the construction budget. Our last five years of
working closely with the Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation Development Division has
sharpened the experience needed to help the City of Rancho Palos Verdes construct this park
within the proposed budget. Each of 13 Los Angeles County park renovation projects we were
involved in was given a construction budget and a facility program that included an expansive list
of needed improvements. Ourjob as the lead consultant was to create a design, re -design or value
engineer a formerly prepared design that fits within the Board of Supervisors' previously approved
P.O. BOX 276, MONTROSE, CA 91021 DELIVERIES: 20948 TULSA ST., CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 mail@withersandsandgren.com (818) 291-0200 Q
budget. More often than not, there was not enough money in the budget to cover all
improvements listed in the facility program, so our prioritizing and negotiating work was needed
on each project we have undertaken for the County. We take our cost estimates very seriously and
work closely with actual costs throughout each phase of the design process to ensure we are
within the proposed budget for each project we undertake.
Our firm has been involved in a number of new and rehabilitated park projects that included
stormwater management: collection, retention and cleaning. Both Rio de Los Angeles State Park
(Taylor Yard) and Rosecrans Recreation Center have bioswales. Many of our projects are
maximized to obtain grant funding as well. Our concept for Jacaranda/9821 Street Park in Los
Angeles was recently awarded funding. Our Mill Creek Wetlands project in Chino was made
possible by a large grant from the California Natural Resources Agency. We believe in the value of
nature. It is both our passion and endeavor to assist communities and Cities in maximizing the
development or revitalization of precious and scarce open space.
Withers & Sandgren principals lead as production -oriented project managers and our strong
design and planning staff, all of whom are experienced, long term employees work with every
aspect of production in the office.
The Withers & Sandgren team of professionals has a proven record of completed projects of
various sizes and scopes, and are able to meet the creative, technical and political challenges of
this scope of work. The team includes:
■ Withers & Sandgren Ltd. Landscape Architecture and Planning - Prime Consultants (WBE)
■ KOA Corporation - Engineering, Traffic and Planning
■ KDM Meridian - Survey
Lacey Withers will be the lead project manager with the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and will direct
the field inventory, phasing/budget scope refinement and community outreach efforts. Withers &
Sandgren is a landscape and planning S corporation founded in 1994 and Lacey Withers is the
firm's principal licensed landscape architect.
Please refer to our resumes, references and project descriptions for a proven record of previous
projects with successful time and budget management results. Lower Hesse Park is exactly the
type of project we most enjoy working on; a lovely undeveloped parcel awaiting transformation
into a beloved community asset. We look forward to leading the transformation of this wonderful
asset within the City of Rancho Palos Verdes.
Sincerely,
Lacey Withers, Principal, ASLA
W- ORK APPROACH -UNDERSTANDING OF THE PROJECT
Withers & Sandgren,
LOWER HESSE PARK DESIGN APPROACH
Withers & Sandgren (WS) is highly experienced with the development of new, rehabilitated, or renovated
park landscapes. Many of our projects include complicated regulatory agency issues to be resolved
between land owners and the various agencies working to develop a park such as Jacaranda Park (see
enclosed project sheet). Some of our projects are postindustrial sites and are brownfields such as Rio de
Los Angeles Park and the Puente Hills Landfill Park.
Our main location of work is within Los Angeles County where we landscape architects say, "All the easy
land is long gone." Having worked for decades with these complex sites for various state, city and county
agencies, we have tremendous experience with not only the problem solving needed to get these
projects built but the determination and patience that are also essential. We pride ourselves on being
experienced and knowledgeable partners and have been told by several clients that we feel like a true
and seamless extension of the agency/city staff. This client consultant partnership is highly valued by Jan
and Lacey, the founding principal partners of the firm and each and every member of our staff.
Our first responsibility with this project would be to provide realistic costs to the two previously prepared
concepts if that is not already available. With these costs in hand, priorities for phasing need to be given
to individual elements such as the restroom/staff building, tennis and basketball courts and court
lighting. Cost cutting ideas such as modular buildings, setting park hours for daylight only to eliminate
lighting, and hydroseeding with temporary irrigation designed in a drift style rather than the entire site
are a few that should be considered. Parking lot paving materials can be proposed out of loose,
permeable materials such as gravels or decomposed granite to reduce material and installation costs.
Some of these items can ultimately be upgraded in future phases of the park if so desired. The approach
must be to have a realistic idea of proposed elements and a phasing plan that reflects the budget and
satisfies the community. Grant funding may be available for some elements of the park. Careful attention
must be given to the phasing to allow for a complete infrastructure to be installed within the first phase
so the future improvements can be brought online in the simplest and most efficient way.
Our approach to keeping the costs of the structure down is to propose the use of a modular building for
the restroom and staff offices at Lower Hesse Park. We saved several hundred thousand construction
dollars on this approach at a Los Angeles County Equestrian Center project as well as the architects
design fees. As landscape architects we are able to work with the supplier and specify the product and
our engineering consultant KOA can set the pad and bring utilities to the building.
We also propose that Withers & Sandgren and the team prepare the design for the park in its entirety
with elements shown as additive or deductive alternates so that the City will have a full set of drawings
that can phase in items not able to be constructed within the first phase. Several logical items for
inclusion in phase two might be tennis courts, basketball courts, lighting and/or restroom/staff building.
Our preliminary estimates for the construction of the Lower Hesse Park Improvements are coming in over
$ 1,000,000. Our experience tells us that the construction of this park will need to be phased since the
construction and design fee budget is shown to be $800,000. Based on our experience with this type of
work we are highly qualified to help the City of Rancho Palos Verdes create the first phase of the park. In
the last several years we have had much experience in value engineering park projects. Below is a listing
Sim
B. WS will develop a meeting, submittals, and presentation schedule with the City, and provide
schedule updates as the schedule changes.
Deliverables:
• Project kick-off meeting with Staff
• Meeting Agenda
• Meeting notes
2. Review of Previously Completed Work & Project Review
A. Review of Existing Data
WS will review and analyze existing data and plans available from the City, plus any documents
that may provide additional opportunities for background information and/or project
enhancement. WS will meet with the team in order to provide detailed information and create a
list of questions prior to a scheduled meeting with the City.
B. Team Management
WS and the City will jointly review and clarify project objectives, goals, and strategies and will
refine and submit final project scope, schedule and budget. WS will lead a team site visit to
ensure full project understanding and scope.
Deliverables:
• Updated scope, budget and schedule
• Meeting notes
3. Field Inventory
A. Field Reconnaissance and Analysis of Project Site
At the beginning of the project, all available documentation will be obtained and reviewed. This
includes the items furnished by the City, including available as-builts. The WS team will identify
and conduct field reconnaissance, inventories, photo documentation, and analysis required for
the subsequent design development and scope of work. The team will work from available site
materials and assess any data gaps in order to record existing conditions in the project
development not supplied.
Prepare cost estimates for 2 concept designs unless previously done.
C. Prioritize design elements with City based on budget and propose phasing options.
D. Prepare presentation materials for Outreach meeting 1
E. Prepare topographic survey
Coordinate Utility requests and research
Deliverables:
• Documentation of field notes, study findings, photographs
• Presentation materials
• Outreach meeting materials
• Topographic Survey
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ID LOWER HESSE PARK
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1 Task A Analysis/Design Base
2 A.1 Kick-off Meeting w/City
3 A.2 Review Existing Records
4 A.3 Develop Topographic Survey
5 Task B. Field Inventory
6 B.1 Prepare cost estimates for 2 current designs
7 13.2 Utility Research
8 B.3 Prepare recommended design based on costs and priorities
9 B.4 Review recommendations with City
10 B.5 Prepare presentation materials for first outreach meeting
11 B.6 Review/Revise with City
13.7 Outreach Meeting #1
B.8 Prepare Final Park Design
B.9 Prepare Final Park Estimate for Final Park Design
15 B.10 Prepare Phasing Options
16 B.11 Review Options w/City -Make Final Decision on Phase I
17 B.12 100% Design Submittal
18 1 Task C. Construction Documents
CA Prepare 60% Construction Documents Submittal
C.2 Review Costs and Plans with City
21 C.3 Prepare 90% Construction Documents Submittal
22 C.4 Review Costs and Plans with City
23 C.5 Outreach Meeting #2
24 C.6 Prepare Final Construction Documents Submittal
Task D. Bidding and Construction
D.1 Attend Pre -Construction Meeting
IV,
FIRM PROFILE
Withers & Sandgren, Ltd.
Withers & Sandgren is a professional consulting corporation, certified as a WBE/SBE, and
LEED accredited, offering services in Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning,
and Urban Design since 1995. The principals, Lacey Withers and Jan Sandgren have
assembled a firm of highly talented people with a diversity of experience. Within this
diversity lies a shared vision of incorporating sustainable systems within projects of any
scale. As growing public awareness of the urban environment demands non-traditional
solutions to existing environmental problems, the firm's emphasis on sustainable design
has contributed to its recognition by numerous public agencies.
Withers & Sandgren's strength lies in the firm's range of expertise. Much of the principal's
collective years of experience in landscape architecture directly relate to environmental
issues and the redefinition of urban environmental practices. Many of our guideline
packages for both drought tolerant and pavement reducing landscapes have set
standards that many agencies are currently following. Two such documents are the
Landscape and Plant Palette Standards for the Los Angeles River for the County
Department of Public Works, and the Cool Schools Technical Guidelines for the
Department of Water and Power and the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Great emphasis is placed on quality of design in the urban environment to assist
community identity. Designing tree lined, shaded street corridors, numerous amenities
for the pedestrian, and easy access routes to local facilities strengthen the concept of
neighborhoods. Water management, greening of streets and parks, rooftop gardens, and
tree preservation are issues that are addressed regularly within the scope of many of the
firm's projects.
Principals and staff also have unique practical experience in site restoration. Projects
encompass large scale city and county park work, city advisory work in the form of reviews
and assistance with new or revised standards and planning strategies, and in the areas of
urban design, streetscape development, industrial, commercial and institutional work,
and master planning.
The firm has gained a reputation for being exceptionally responsive to clients and capable
of managing projects efficiently, as the principals themselves are directly involved with
each project. For this reason Withers & Sandgren has chosen to maintain a small, but
effective corporate structure with four staff members that enables them to have complete
management control over each project.
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LACEY WITHERS
Principal, Withers & Sandgren, Ltd.
Over the course of her career in Landscape Architecture, Lacey has served as designer and project
manager for numerous projects including residential, park, commercial development and
institutional. She has experience in all phases of implementation, from planning and schematic
design through construction documents and site observation and is also an expert on water
conservation and co-authoring water conservation guidelines. She has her B.S. degree in
Landscape Architecture and is licensed in the State of California.
"It is the public work that I find most gratifying, the creation and preservation of beauty within the
surroundings of the urban population and the synthesis of nature, city and art."
Puente Hills Landfill Park Master Plan, EIR and Community Outreach - ongoing to 11 /16
Lacey and Jan are joint project managers, selected by the Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation
to provide a master vision for a 142 acre regional park atop the former second largest landfill in the
nation. Located at the western tip of the Puente/Chino Hills, the scenic views of the San Gabriel
Mountains and valley below are glorious. Ongoing landfill environmental systems are a challenge
for park phasing and implementation. A sustainable design approach included multi -modal
transporation considerations, bike skills, gravity play, waste recycle education and state -of -the art
Green Building Visitor Center construction. Jan is leading the CEQA scoping effort and production
of the EIR. Withers & Sandgren is working closely with both 1 I and 411 Supervisor Districts.
Lacey is the principal leading an extensive multi -pronged outreach effort. Outreach materials
include materials for site tours, city council presentations, e -blasts, community presentations, news
media information packets, graphic boards, webpage design, a call -to -action brochure and
additional outreach methods utilizing current social media technology.
Whittier Narrows Equestrian Center and Horseman's Park - 2012/Current
Numerous agencies are involved in the complex renovation of a County of Los Angeles equestrian
center adjacent to the San Gabriel River. Lacey is the project manager for the 70 -acre site planning
and construction which emphasizes sustainable storm water management, LEED criteria for new
structures and facilities, drainage solutions in a flood zone, and multi -agency coordination
including US Army Corps of Engineers and Department of Water and Power.
Rivers & Mountains Conservancy Funded: 98" St Park Concept Development - 2011
Lacey managed the concept development for the 98th Street Park project in the Watts district of
Los Angeles. A series of five workshops with the community produced a rich palette of activities
and design ideas that ultimately were distilled into a beautiful five acre park site utilizing the
Department of Water and Power corridor running through the neighborhood. Reduction of turf,
water wise plantings, and height restrictions due to power lines were significant aspects of the
design criteria. State Proposition 84 Grant award notification is anticipated in December 2011.
Canyon Inn Azusa River Wilderness Park - 2012
In a joint venture agreement with BlueGreen Consulting, Lacey was the project manager for the
community outreach and master planning effort to integrate the newly acquired land into the
approved EI Encanto Master Plan for the Water Conservation Authority. Three draft alternative
plans for the site were developed. Opportunities and options were explored with the public in a
series of three workshops in the City of Azusa for this important piece of public parkland. The final
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JAN SANDGREN
Principal, Withers & Sandgren, Ltd.
Jan's professional emphasis is environmental restoration and protection, applied to residential and
urban projects. Her expertise in planting designs, urban sustainability methods, and bio -engineering
for erosion control have been successfully applied to small residential designs, public parking lots, and
to regional parklands. She has managed master plans and construction implementation projects
involving numerous government agencies, multi disciplinary teams, and special interest groups. Her
eight years with a design firm as campus planner to a major university honed communication and
negotiation skills. Jan holds a Bachelors of Landscape Architecture from the University of Oregon and
is LEED accredited.
The micro scale is of equal importance in both planning and design. "Itis at the intimate level where
good design allows people the opportunity to relate and absorb the beauty and enlivening potential of
nature. It is where the respect for our surroundings begins. The challenge is to provide those opportunities
abundantly throughout the urban environment."
Rosecrans Sports Park Improvements - 2014
Two differing granting agencies, Proposition 0, and Proposition K worked together to provide
funding for storm water and recreational improvements for an existing 13 acre park located in
Gardena, CA for the City of Los Angeles. A bio-swale between new ball fields cleans storm water,
and a new synthetic soccer field allows year-round play. Specific elements that transformed the
park included native trees and plants, permeable paving, decomposed granite paths throughout
the park, and a detention/wetlands area as part of the storm water treatment system. A series of
four VNOC meetings with both the surrounding community and organized sports representatives
determined the selection of active park elements.
River Wilderness Park - ongoing - currently at the 90% construction document process
This future rustic passive park is located adjacent to the natural river banks of the San Gabriel River
in upper Azusa. The new status of the San Gabriel Mountains as Monument elevates the significance
of this special park as THE gateway for the Forest Service and the Watershed Conservation
Authority. Jan is the project manager and park designer. A community outreach process for the
park included a series of mailers, three workshops, site visits, focus group meetings and the
formation of a technical advisory committee. As the park area is undeveloped land, the extension
and undergrounding of electrical and communication lines is a challenging process that is
underway. Massive sewer, gas and water lines are being brought up Highway 39 and into the site.
Jan and Barbara Hall are coordinating with CalTrans on the development of a Traffic Circle on the
highway at the park entrance. The rustic park will have log structures, day camping, a bicycle path,
picnic facilities and a nature playground.
Jacaranda Park - ongoing - currently 100% permitting approval process
Withers & Sandgren was selected by the Los Angeles Neighborhood Land Trust (LANLT) to work
with the Watts community to finalize the design and construct the 5 acre linear park under Los
Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) high voltage transmission lines in the powerline
corridor. Extensive community outreach including five park design workshops included park
visioning, a group design charrette, alternative park design selection and park element selection.
Using City of Los Angeles Recreation and Park standards and LADWP's "California Friendly" plant
selection criteria, the park is a gorgeous mix of trees, plants, decorative fencing, playgrounds, fitness
equipment stations and other active and passive recreational uses. The success of this park is LANLT
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Since beginning her career, Desiree has designed, drafted, and coordinated a variety of projects, including
residential, school, low-income housing, commercial and municipal landscape planting and irrigation
designs. She was able to assume the production management of a large streetscape project in Rancho
Cucamonga, addressing red line comments and interfacing with the City and the developer to meet a tight
time schedule for bidding and construction. Desiree also designed Brooklyn Early Education Center's
Nature Explore Classroom, which has become LAUSD's first Certified Nature Explore Classroom.
Desiree has become focused and passionate about water conservation in the landscape and has become
an EPA WaterSense Partner (since 2010), a Certified Irrigation Designer (I.A. # 77460 since October 2009),
and successfully passed the Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor exam. Desiree is versed in current
legislation regarding Water Conservation Standards, including CA AB 1881. Desiree's previous career in
law provides a strong background in communication, written and organizational skills, as well as a keen
attention to detail, all of which augment her career in landscape architecture. She holds a BSLA from
California Polytechnic University, Pomona and an AA from Pasadena City College.
Water Conservation Renovations - Construction Documents
City of Lancaster - Tierra Bonita Park Phases I and II Water Conservation Renovations
Construction Documents, Bid Assistance, Administration
City of Rancho Palos Verdes - Hesse Park Play Area Improvements, Ryan Park Improvements,
Hawthorne Median Improvements - Construction Documents, Bid Assistance
Construction Documents
Jacaranda Park, Los Angeles - Construction Package, Two -Wire Irrigation
Wiseburn Walking Path, Los Angeles - CDs, CalTrans bridge crossing, Reclaimed Irrigation
Descanso Gardens - CDs, Smart Irrigation Design
Brooklyn Early Education Center, LAUSD - Construction Package, Bid Assistance & Admin.
Cucamonga Creek Water Quality Project, Ontario - Irrigation Design
Rosecrans Park, City of Los Angeles - Synthetic Field Cooling System & Construction Observ.
Hollywood High School, Los Angeles - Synthetic Field Cooling System Design
John Anson Ford Park, Bell Gardens - Irrigation & Synthetic Field Cooling System Designs
Boulder Bay Park, Big Bear Lake - Irrigation Design & Construction Observation
Rio de Los Angeles State Park, City of Los Angeles - Construction Package
Victoria Arbors, City of Rancho Cucamonga - Construction Package
Day Creek Blvd., City of Rancho Cucamonga - Construction Package
Church Street, City of Rancho Cucamonga - Construction Package
Baseline Rd., City of Rancho Cucamonga - Construction Package
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REFERENCES
Withers & Sandgren, Ltd.
Mr. Jim Smith, Chief Architect, Development Division
Los Angeles County, Department of Parks and Recreation
510 South Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 639-6702
Projects: Whittier Narrows Equestrian Center - 2012/2013
Descanso Gardens Oak Woodland Restoration - 2014
Wiseburn Walking Path Project - 2014
2nd District Equestrian Facility - 2013/2014
Crescenta Valley Skatepark - 2013/2014
Stoneview Nature Center Programming- 2013
Ms. Michelle O'Connor, Section Head, Land Management + Compliance
Los Angeles County, Department of Parks and Recreation
510 South Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 351-5121
Project: Puente Hills Landfill Park Master Plan - 2015 - ongoing
Ms. Debora Enos, Deputy Executive Officer
Watershed Conservation Authority
100 North Old San Gabriel Canyon Road
Azusa, CA 91702
denos@wca.ca.gov
(626) 815-1019 ext 112
Projects: River Wilderness Park Front Entry Improvements - ongoing
Emerald Necklace Feasability and Implementation - 2010 - ongoing
Canyon Inn Master Plan, Joint Venture Project - 2012
City of Los Alamitos Coyote Creek Park - 2014
EI Encanto Park Master Plan (subconsultant) - 2010
Mr. Tom Gibson, L.A.
City of Los Angeles Recreation and Parks
206 South 1 st Street, Suite 1005
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 202-2666
Projects: Jacaranda Park - Demonstration California Friendly Plants - ongoing
Rosecrans Park - 2014
Los Feliz Golf Course Improvements, Recycled Water and Native Plants - 2014
Rio de Los Angeles State Park (Taylor Yard) - 2007
San Fernando Road Improvements - 2007
Elysian Park Master Plan - 2004
Griffith Park Master Plan (subconsultant) - 2003
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Mr. Omar Dandashi, P.E., Vice President - Engineering
(While with) Lewis Operating Corporation
1156 N. Mountain Avenue, P.O. Box 670
Upland, CA 91785
(909) 268-9918 (Current Cell)
Projects: Mill Creek Wetlands - 2015
New Model Colony Streetscape Master Plan - 2007
Corona City Hall and Child Care Center Landscape - 2005
Mr. Mark Glassock, Special Projects Manager
Los Angeles Neighborhood Land Trust
315 West 911 Street, Ste. 950
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 572-0188 x221
Projects: Jacaranda Park (formerly 98th Street Park) - 2010 - ongoing
Del Amo Park Cost Estimating - 2015
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HOURLY RATES T
Withers & Sandgren, Ltd.
Mail:
P.O. Box 276, Montrose, CA 91021-0276
Deliveries:
20948 Tulsa Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311-1564
Phone:
(818) 291-0200, (818) 882-3519
Web:
www.withersandsandgren.com
Principal $150.00
Water Conservation/Irrigation Specialist $135.00
Associate Landscape Architect $110.00
Senior CAD Draftsperson $105.00
Draftsperson $ 95.00
Clerical $ 75.00
Schedule of Costs/Reimbursable Expenses:
The schedule of Reimbursable Expenses for the Landscape Architect's "in-house" services is as
follows:
Reprographics:
Blueline or Blackline Prints
CAD Plots (on mylar)
CAD Plots (on heavy bond)
CAD Plots (on translucent bond)
Plotter Color Sheets
Plotter Color Sheets
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KOA'S BRIEF PROFILE
Founded in 1987, KOA Corporation (KOA) is a leading provider
in civil and traffic engineering, transportation planning and
construction management services for public agencies and private
sector clients. Driven by our mission - "Changing the Future of
Travel", we offer our clients technical knowledge, creative
solutions and responsive services. The hallmark of our success is
our dedication to each and every project designed to leave a
legacy of extraordinary contributions to our communities. As a
100% employee -owned firm, our staff includes certified
transportation planners and registered civil and traffic engineers,
project/construction managers, and construction inspectors.
With five offices and over 90 employees located in Southern
California, KOA has provided engineering services for the largest
public works and transportation planning projects throughout
California.
SAMPLE PROJECT PROFILES
TYPES OF SERVICES
Traffic Engineering
Transportation Planning
Highway & Transportation Design
Program Management
Construction Management
FORM OF ORGANIZATION
S Corporation
SIZE/LOCATION OF OFFICES
Monterey Park (46 employees)
Ontario (6)
Orange (13)
San Diego (14)
Culver City - Crain (12)
PROJECT OFFICE LOCATION
3190 C Shelby Street
Ontario, CA 91764
Tel: 909.890.9693
Fax: 909.890.9694
Sunnyside Ridge Trail Segment Project
KOA prepared the plans, specifications, and estimate for the
Sunnyside Ridge Trail Segment Project located between Sunnyside Ridge Road and Palos Verdes Dr E.
The project utilized the undeveloped land within the existing city easement to connect to the existing
trial located on Palos Verdes Dr E. These improvements consisted of a trail design, precast bridge
design, retaining wall design and minor landscaping.
Buena Park SCE Parking Lot Improvement Project
KOA prepared the plans, specifications, and estimate for the SCE Parking Lot Improvement Project west
of Beach Blvd behind the Movieland Wax Museum property. The project included complete
improvements to unimproved property within the Southern California Edison electrical transmission
tower easement, consisting of conventional and permeable asphalt pavement, median and perimeter
curbs, ADA walkways and parking, landscaping, lighting, perimeter walls, and on-site stormwater
retention.
Santa Ana River Trail, Orange County, CA.
KOA provided civil, lighting, and traffic engineering design for the construction of a new I 0 -foot wide by
1,200 -foot -long pedestrian pathway along the Santa Ana River Trail adjacent to the new ARTIC
multimodal station in Anaheim. The development of the plans required coordination with the City of
Anaheim, the Orange County Flood Control District, Orange County Public Works, Caltrans, and the
contractor and engineer for the construction of the ARTIC station. The project included the
construction of a planted modular retaining wall topped with decorative railing. The plans are in final
Caltrans review. The project is expected to be constructed by the end of 2014
Port of Long Beach South Waterfront/ Pier J Bike/ Pedestrian Path, Long Beach, CA. The
Port of Long Beach (POLB) selected KOA to conduct an extensive site investigation and analysis of the
POLB Pier J waterfront area, and complete a Preliminary Scoping Report regarding development of
proposed continuous bike and pedestrian trail systems for a 1.5 -mile stretch along the Port. The Pier J
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RESUMES OF PROPOSED STAFF
CHUCK STEPHAN, PE, LEED AP
PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE/CONSTRUCTABILITY
KOA Corporation
Mr. Stephan has 33 years of experience in engineering design and
management of projects for various agencies and private firms. He has
diverse project experience in project planning, design, management,
and construction of transportation, educational, institutional,
industrial, aerospace, municipal, residential and commercial projects.
Mr. Stephan works in multiple capacities as Principal -In -Charge,
project manager, project engineer, lead engineer, design engineer, and
construction engineer in both the civil and construction management
disciplines.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
➢ Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, Los Angeles River
Regional Bike Path Project, Preliminary Scoping Report, Los Angeles,
CA
➢ Juan Bautista de Anza Trail Project, Moreno Valley, CA
➢ Flint Canyon Trail Restoration, La Canada Flintridge, CA
➢ Port of Long Beach South Waterfront/ Pier J Bike/ Pedestrian Path,
Long Beach, CA
EDUCATION
B.S., Agricultural Engineering,
California Polytechnic State
University, San Luis Obispo, 1982
REGISTRATIONS
Professional Engineer (Civil), CA
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CURRENT LOCATION
ONTARIO
YEARS WITH FIRM
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ANDREW OSAKI, EIT
EDUCATION
ASSISTANT ENGINEER
B.S., Civil Engineering, Cal Poly
KOA Corporation
Pomona, 2012
Mr. Osaki has is very well skilled in the application of AutoCAD and
CERTIFICATION
Civilsoft and has been instrumental in preparing roadway plans and
Engineer in Training (Civil), CA
profiles. His recent projects have involved parking lot design, street
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widening, curb ramp design, trail design, signing and striping, and site
grading design.
CURRENT LOCATION
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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
➢ Sunnyside Ridge Trail, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
YEARS WITH FIRM
➢ Buena Park SCE Parking Lot Improvement Project, City of Buena Park, 3
CA
➢ Hayden Spur Tract Parking lot, Culver City, CA
➢ Traffic Signal and Intersection Improvement Project, Fontana, CA
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SELECTED PROJECT LIST
Withers & Sandgren, Ltd.
VARIOUS CITY & AGENCY URBAN PARKS AND OPEN SPACE EXPERIENCE
• Watershed Conservation Authority, River Wilderness Park - 2015/ongoing
• City of Ontario, Mill Creek Wetlands -2016
• City of Los Angeles, Los Feliz Golf Course native plant and storm -water management restoration
project - 2015
• City of Los Angeles Recreation and Parks, Rosecrans Park - sports renovations and storm -water
improvements -2014
• City of Los Alamitos, Coyote Creek Park - S.C.E. property, restoration landscape - 2014
• Watershed Conservation Authority, Canyon Inn Restoration Plan - 2012
• City of Big Bear Lake, Boulder Bay Park- Native plant shoreline restoration landscape, 2010
• City of Beverly Hills, Coldwater Canyon Park -2010
• City of Los Angeles, 981 Street Park, Watts - DWP property, restoration and park design - ongoing
• City of La Habra, La Bonita Park - 40 acre recreation and storm -water management, 2006
• City of Beverly Hills, Four Mini Pocket Parks w/shade shelters and play structures - 2007
• Los Angeles Unified School District - Prop BB Greening/Cool Schools, Brooklyn EEC Nature Explore
Classroom (2013)
• City of Pasadena, Central Arroyo Seco Restoration Services - 2002 to 2008
• City of La Verne, Lordsburg Park - 2002
• Conejo Recreation and Park District, Thousand Oaks Dog Park - 2001
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PARK AND OPEN SPACE EXPERIENCE
• Puente Hills Landfill Park Master Plan and EIR - ongoing to 11/16
• Wiseburn Walking Path -ongoing
• Crescento Valley Regional Park - Skate/Scooter Park - 2015
• Desconso Gardens, Oak Woodland, restoration / native plants, ongoing
• Stoneview Nature Center - 2013
• 2nd District Equestrian Center - ongoing
• Horseman's Park and the Whittier Narrows Equestrian Center, sustainable design, guidelines, and
implementation - 2013
• Hart Park Renovation - 2012
• Whittier Narrows Beautification Plan - 2001-2004
• Roosevelt Park, Amelia Mayberry Park and Various Ten Parks General Play Area Improvements for 2nd
District - (from 1997 to 1999)
STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES FOR SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
• Los Angeles County Sustainable Guidelines for Equestrian Facilities - 2012
• Los Angeles County Department of Public Works - Landscape and Plant Palette Standards for the
Los Angles River and Tujunga Wash - 2004
• Department of Water and Power, and Los Angeles Unified School District - Cool Schools Technical
Guidelines - 1998
• City of Glendale, Grand Central Business Center Master Plan and Design Standards
• Central and West Basin Water District, The Water Conservation Design Guidelines
• City of La Verne, Tree Preservation Ordinance & Historic Lordsburg Design Guidelines
• City of La Canada, Tree Preservation Ordinance
• City of Santa Monica, Design Guidelines for Meeting the City's Water Conservation Ordinance
(Past history of standards and guidelines froml992 to 1995)
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An imaginative new park beckons atop a
re -engineered 8.3 million gallon subterranean
4$ reservoir. Swirling beds of textural plantings,
a synthetic jogging/walking track, vine -covered
., trellises and large shade trees define this instantly
_ popular destination. Artistic, interactive features
include a Withers & Sandgren custom-designed
bronze fountain, boulders and water runnel.
Hawthorne Ave. & Palos Verdes Blvd. Medians
City of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA DESIGN COST: $13,800 TIMELINE: 2010
A lively color and textural mix of native and drought tolerant
plants are showcased in the median plantings at the
intersection of Hawthorne Avenue and Palos Verdes Drive, in
the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. The moist coastal
environment allows a more lush growth of dudleyas, lupines,
sages and buckwheats without increased water usage that
shortens the life span of many natives.
Withers & Sandgren developed the planting and irrigation
from concept through construction documents and
responded to comments from native plant experts reviewing
the construction document package for the City. Final plant
selection was based upon availability. Steep slope plantings
at the upper end of Hawthorne Avenue included a greater
mix of non -natives to ensure erosion control.
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Whittier Narrows Equestrian Center,
Horseman's Park and Adjacent Areas DEPARTMENT OF PARKS & RECREATION
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT: $1.2 MILLION
County of Los Angeles, CA PROJECT TIMELINE: 2012-2014
Withers & Sandgren was tasked with
designing a completely new equestrian area,
including a 15 -site campground, new barns,
corrals, arenas, bridges, trails, parking and
circulation throughout the sites, plus a new
alignment of Rooks Road for better
equestrian use. Innovative biofiltration
swales and ponds clean and capture
stormwater on-site to protect the San Gabriel
River from pollution, and extensive public
outreach yielded vigorous community
involvement and feedback.
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Puente Hills Landfill Park Master Plan
County of Los Angeles, CA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES DEPT. OF PARKS AND RECREATION
BUDGET: $35 MILLION DESIGN TEAM FEE: $1.03M
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The creation of the County's newest regional park is facing
unparalleled opportunities and challenges. Withers & Sandgren
is leading the design team for a 1-1/2 year master plan and EIR
process to envision a new life for this imposing 500 foot -tall
mountain made of 130 million tons of waste. An unprecedented
community outreach process is informing the visionary plan.The
park design seeks to balance community desires, changing
recreational trends, on-going management of landfill operations,
and preservation of critical wildlife corridors in the Puente -Chino
Hills. Withers and Sandgren is weaving together unique
recreation experiences, interpretive opportunities and trail
connections with methane gas pipelines and stunning
panoramic vistas.
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Rio de Los Angeles State Park Stormwater BMP's
City of Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering & CA State Parks
PARK CONSTRUCTION BUDGET: $12 MILLION PARK PROJECT TIMELINE: 2004-06
Withers and Sandgren was the Prime design
consultant for this new State owned, City leased
parkland. Years of planning with community
input determined the active recreational facilities.
The park's location near the Los Angeles River
promoted the use of native trees for habitat
enhancement.
Stormwater treatments throughout the 40 acre
site retain a hundred year storm. Permeable
pavers and swales filter parking lot runoff and
reduce nitrogen from the ballfields prior to basin
collection.
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Thousand Oaks Dog Park
City of Thousand Oaks, CA CONEJO RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
CONSTRUCTION COST: $300,000
Dogs were brought in by the truckload by their
human friends to participate in the opening day
celebrations at the new park built just for them,
customized for both large and small dogs.The
ground level drinking fountains were especially
popular after an initial run around the 23 -acre site.
In addition, benches, picnic tables, Sycamore trees,
and a spoof fire hydrant (donated by the
contractor) were gratefully received by those
committed to hours of serious playtime.
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Boulder Bay Park Landscape Improvements, Phase II
City of Big Bear Lake, CA DESIGN COST: $20,000 TIMELINE: 2008-09
CONSTRUCTION COST: $1 MILLION
Boulder Bay Park, an extraordinary scenic lakeside
park nestled along Boulder Bay, was dedicated to
the City of Big Bear Lake in 2004. Withers &
Sandgren prepared the final landscape concept
and Construction Documents for the City of Big
Bear Lake.
Plan features include preservation of all existing
pine trees, the introduction of a native and
drought -tolerant landscape to meet the strict
water -conservation guidelines imposed by the
local water district and the cold climate of the
San Bernardino Mountain winters, and
interpretive signage,
New facilities include an ADA accessible entry to
the lake, controlled pedestrian access to the lake,
discrete fencing, additional boulders, picnic areas,
fishing dock and lake -shore appropriate plants to
control shoreline erosion. A new shade and
events pavilion with a view terrace provide an
excellent lakeside destination within the park.
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DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION: $400,000
PROJECT TIMELINE: ON-GOING
the proposed park design includes river
overlooks and trails, environmental
interpretive installations, event spaces,
children's exploratory play area, a terminus
for an extension of the San Gabriel River
Bicycle Path, and in a future phase, a
National Parks -style lodge with a cafe Aall
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Mill Creek Wetlands Landscape, Recreation & Interpretive Elements
NMC Builders & City of Ontario, CA CONSTRUCTION: $2.5 MILLION
TIMELINE: 2009 - ONGOING
Seventy acres of treatment wetlands within the
greater Prado flood control basin are in the first
phase of development for the City of Ontario.
Withers & Sandgren is a team member providing
the construction documents for the wetland
plantings that will treat stormwater runoff from
the City of Ontario residential and commercial
developments. In conjunction with water quality
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designed.These include trails, wildlife viewing
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connect to the Santa Ana River Coast to Crest Trail
in future phasing.
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NMC Builders & City of Ontario, CA CONSTRUCTION: $2.5 MILLION
TIMELINE: 2009 - ONGOING
Seventy acres of treatment wetlands within the
greater Prado flood control basin are in the first
phase of development for the City of Ontario.
Withers & Sandgren is a team member providing
the construction documents for the wetland
plantings that will treat stormwater runoff from
the City of Ontario residential and commercial
developments. In conjunction with water quality
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designed.These include trails, wildlife viewing
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connect to the Santa Ana River Coast to Crest Trail
in future phasing.
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City of La Habra, CA
Phase II
Winner
2006 Project of the Year
Parks & Public Facilities,
American Pt.iblic Works Association
All twenty-two acres of this popular regional
park are being heavily utilized for community
purposes. Beyond the design of sports fields,
a new concessions and restroom building,
pathways, parking lots, and a detention and
swale system for one hundred year flood
protection were open to the public in 2006.
Eleven young oak trees were relocated in
order to accommodate softball fields and
one multi-purpose soccer field in the
relatively small central area of the park.
Existing parking areas, mature trees, and a
recently renovated playground structure
were protected in place or modified to
function with the new park design.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION COST: $5 MILLION
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HALF BASKETBALL COURT WRH SEAT WALL 2-5 & 5-12 PLAY STRUCTURES
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SMALL PICNIC SHELTERS REALIGNED CONCRETE PATH 5-12 PLAY STRUCTURE
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OROUGNT-TOLERANT DEMONSTRATION GARDENS
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PAR COURSE ELEMENTS INDIVIDUAL PICNIC TABLES HALF BASKETBALL COURTVATH SEAT WALL
Jacaranda Neighborhood Park
Los Angeles Neighborhood Land Trust
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COMMUNITY PARK DESIGN
Grant Awardee
$5 Million Prop 84 Park
Development Grant
Destined to be a community gem from opening day, this
5.35 -acre, three block -long park is within the Watts
neighborhood of South Los Angeles, an area with a
critical need for park space and recreational
opportunities. Surrounded by single family homes and
an elementary school, this long linear park under
overhead transmission wires includes recreational
elements for all age groups.
Beautifully landscaped play spaces, colorful
California -friendly demonstration gardens, basketball
half -courts, bicycle/walking paths, group and family
picnic structures, chess tables and a fitness zone are
included in this triumph for community -led
planning and design, funded by the Proposition 84
Park Development Program.
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