RPVCCA_SR_2011_04_19_06_Neg_Dec_Grandview_Lower_HesseCITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES
MEMORANDUM
ITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
EVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
HONORABLE MAYOR &
JOEL ROJAS,COMMU I
APRIL 19,2011
AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE PREPARATION OF
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATIONS FOR THE
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT PLANS FOR GRANDVIEW
PARK AND LOWER HESSE PARK
CAROLYN LEHR,CITY MANAGER cf2-
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
REVIEWED:
Staff Coordinators:Tom Odom,Deputy Public Works Direct'r'\J\Il"-Nu.
Eduardo Schonborn,AICP,Senior Plan
RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to sign a professional services agreement with
Willdan Engineering,to prepare Mitigated Negative Declarations (MNDs)for the proposed
Grandview Park and Lower Hesse Park Improvement Projects in the amount of $132,779,
and provide for a 5%(Le.,$6,639)contingency allowance should the need arise for
additional technical studies and work.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On November 16,2010,the City Council directed staff to proceed with the environmental
review process for the Pacific Plan alternative for Lower Hesse Park.Further,on
December 7,2010,the City Council directed staff to proceed with the environmental review
process for the Sycamore conceptual plan for Grandview Park.Staff solicited and received
6 proposals from qualified consulting firms for the preparation of a Mitigated Negative
Declaration (MND)for each project.Staff evaluated the proposals and is recommending
that Willdan Engineering be selected as the consultant to prepare the necessary
environmental review documents for the City.
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BACKGROUND
Project Site History
On February 16,2010,the City Council adopted its 2010 Tactical Plan to establish the City
Council's goals and priorities and therefore direct the work of City staff for the upcoming
year.One of the tactical goals adopted includes the following:
Goal:Improve the City's recreational and educational facilities by expanding opportunities
for active recreational uses and improving access to all parks.
Sub-goal:Provide improvements to Lower Hesse Park and Grandview Park.
On April 20,2010,the City entered into a contract with Landscape Architect consultant Mia
Lehrer &Associates to engage the public in community outreach,and to create conceptual
designs of Lower Hesse and Grandview Parks for Council consideration.Since then,staff
has worked with the consultant to perform site analyses,hold community workshops to
share concepts and collect community input,and create conceptual designs of the two
parks.Publicoutreach included three community workshops during which community input
was gathered and preliminary designs were shared.Staff also took public outreach tables
to shopping centers and special events throughout the Peninsula to share information with
the public and to gather input.
On November 16,2010,two conceptual designs for Lower Hesse Park were reviewed by
the City Council.As a result,the City Council directed staff to proceed with the
environmental review process for the Pacific Plan for Lower Hesse Park,and to reopen the
public outreach process for consideration of a skate park facility.
On December 7,2010,two conceptual designs for Grandview Park were reviewed by the
City Council.As a result,the City Council directed staff to proceed with the environmental
review process for the Sycamore conceptual plan for Grandview Park.
It is important to note that although the City Council directed Staff to proceed with the
environmental review process,the two projects are on different time tracks.The
environmental review for the proposed Grandview Park project will be moving forward first,
while the environmental review for the Lower Hesse Park project will likely commence
sometime in August 2011 ,due to additional public outreach that will be conducted by Staff
regarding a possible skate facility at the Lower Hesse Park site.
Staff completed a preliminary environmental review of the project and determined that the
projects are not exempt from CEQA and that preparation of Mitigated Negative
Declarations would be necessary to comply with the requirements of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).As such,on February 21,2011,Staff distributed a
Request for Proposal (RFP)to 21 environmental firms,resulting in the receipt of six
proposals.After reviewing the proposals,Staff is now recommending that the City Council
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authorize a contract with Willdan to prepare the necessary MND's for the proposed
projects.
It is important to note that,although staff prepared an initial project overview and
determined that an MN.D would be required rather than an EIR,the consultant will prepare
a comprehensive initial study for each park site.Although highly unlikely,it is conceivable
that the comprehensive initial studies could ultimately determine that the proposed projects
could result in significant impacts that cannot be mitigated,which would require the
preparation of an EIR instead of an MND.Should an EIR be deemed necessary,then an
amendment to this agreement would be required.
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
GRANDVIEW PARK,SYCAMORE PLAN
The proposed park improvement plan is intended to enhance the accessibility,aesthetic
condition,and recreational opportunities available at the park.The proposed Sycamore
Plan proposes the following facility based programs,amenities,and features:
Facility-Based Programs:
•Flex Lawn area measuring approximately 2.5 acres in size and used for drop-in
recreation (Frisbee,touch football,etc.),picnicking,and relaxation;
•Flexible Cycling Area in the east canyon,which includes a segment of trails
dedicated to bicyclists for riding and skills practice;
•Day Camp area located near the parking lot and restrooms,which would serve as a
gathering space for park visitors and could accommodate future City-run day camp
structured programming;
•Family Fun Zone,which includes more natural and less structured playground
equipment such as climbing/play structures and learning/interactive play equipment
as well as a seating area for families/users;
•Fitness Station;
•Picnic Area;
•Playground;
•Perimeter and Interior Trails,which would increase the number of trails within the
park (there is currently one trail),improve the quality of the trails,and add American
with Disability Act (ADA)compliant trails;
•Discovery Area in the west canyon,which includes trails and more natural play
equipment and some interpretive and discovery elements which would lend itself to
explorative play.
Amenities
•Staff Office/Restroom/Storage
•Shade Structures
•Park Furniture (drinking fountains,trash cans,Mutt Mitt stations)
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•Parking Lot for 22 vehicles
•Driveway Gates
•Landscaping and Irrigation
•Park Signage
•Landscape Buffers
LOWER HESSE PARK,PACIFIC PLAN
The proposed park improvement plan is intended to enhance the accessibility,aesthetic
condition,and recreational opportunities available at the park.The proposed Pacific Plan
proposes the following facility based programs,amenities,and features:
Facility-Based Programs
•Flex Lawn (2)
•One Basketball Court (full size)
•Three Tennis Courts
•Family Fun Zone (including tricycle/bicycle loop)
•Fitness Station
•Two-three Picnic Areas
•Enhanced Trail System
•Discovery Trail
Amenities
•Staff Office/Restroom/Storage
•Shade Structures
•Park Furniture (drinking fountains,trash cans,Mutt Mitt stations)
•Parking Lot
•Driveway Gates
•Landscaping and Irrigation
•Greenbelt
•Park Signage
•Landscape Buffers
DISCUSSION
In response to Staff's RFP,Staff received proposals from the following six environmental
consulting firms for the preparation of environmental documents for the proposed park
projects:Chambers Group;ESA;Impact Sciences;Rincon;SFC;and Willdan
Engineering.All six (6)firms submitted timely proposals,with total costs ranging from the
lowest bid of $103,590 to the highest bid of $192,402.Table No.1 on the following page
identifies the six firms and their proposed bids.
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Table 1:Summary of Zone 2 EIR Proposals Submitted
Firm Location Project Budget
Impact Sciences Pasadena,CA $106,430
Rincon Consultants,Inc.Ventura,CA $127,603
Willdan Engineering Industry,CA $132,779
SFC Consultants Irvine,CA $142,000
ESA Los Anoeles,CA $170,787
Chambers Group .Santa Ana,CA $192,402
A committee comprised of key Staff members from the Recreation and Parks,Public
Works,and Community Development Departments independently reviewed all proposals
utilizing criteria that included the firm's proposed costs,services offered,familiarity with the
City,and references.There were variations in the proposals that impacted Staff's
recommendation,which included reference checks with colleagues in other cities where
the firms'had done previous work.The proposal from the firm with the lowest bid (Impact
Sciences)was lacking in its scope of work.As a result,Staff asked that the firm expand
the scope of its proposal to be consistent with the other firms'proposals.However,the firm
was hesitant to expand the scope,citing that many variables could impact the proposed
cost and they were not comfortable with committing to a dollar amount.Thus,Staff
eliminated Impact Sciences'proposal from consideration.
After reviewing the remaining five proposals and taking into account reference checks,
Willdan Engineering and Rincon Consultants were ranked as the top two proposals.Both
proposals were thorough and comprehensive and addressed all the major environmental
issues likely to be raised by the proposed projects.Although the Rincon proposal would
cost $5,176 less than the Willdan proposal,Staff is recommending that Willdan
Engineering be selected as the firm to prepare the environmental documents because Staff
believes Willdan is more familiar with the areas surrounding the park sites since they have
previously conducted traffic related services in those areas for the City.Thus,the firm
already has a familiarity with the park sites,the unique characteristics of the City,and the
community in general.As such,Staff believes that Willdan will produce quality documents
consistent with CEQA requirements.
The total cost provided by Willdan for preparing the environmental documents for both park
development proposals is $132,779.To account for possible additional studies and work,
Staff is recommending that a contingency of $6,639 be allocated as well,resulting in a non-
to-exceed cost of $139,418 for preparation of environmental documents for both parks.As
such,the City Council is now being asked to approve the contract with the selected
environmental consultant so that preparation of the projects'environmental documents can
begin.
CONCLUSION
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to sign a
professional services agreement in an amount not to exceed $139,418.00,with Willdan
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Engineering to prepare Environmental documents for the Grandview and Lower Hesse
Parks improvement and development projects.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This item is solely for the City to enter into a contract with a consulting firm to conduct the
necessary environmental evaluation of the Lower Hesse Park and Grandview Park sites.
Ultimately,decisions on the proposed park projects themselves will be conducted by the
City Council through noticed public hearings,which Staff believes would be occur later this
summer.
FISCAL IMPACT
Preparation of the environmental documents will result in a City expenditure of up to
$139,418.This expenditure has been budgeted in the City's current FY10-11 budget,
which includes an appropriation of $2,004,095 in the Parks,Trails &Open Space
Improvements program of the Capital Improvement Projects fund.Although the final cost
to complete these two projects is not known at this time,no budget adjustment is
necessary to pay for preparation of the necessary environmental documents.
Attachments:
•Agreement for Environmental Consulting Services
•Proposal by Willdan Engineering
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CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES
AGREEMENT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICES
1,by and between the
Willdan Group,Inc.
nd development projects for
Hesse Park (APN 7583-022-
uire compliance with the
described in detail in the
ry 21,
al Quality Act (CEQA),the State CEQA
the preparation of Mitigated Negative
pose
T represents that it is professionally qualified and able
nmental Documentation in compliance with the
te,10 al guidelines,and in a format consistent with CEQA
,,,,the parties agree as follows:
to
City's Request for Pr
WHEREA
Guidelines,and CI
Declarati
THIS AGREEMENT is executed this _th day of
City of Rancho Palos Verdes (hereinafter called '
(hereinafter called ("CONSULTANT").
Section 1.CONSULTANT'S Services.Consultant shall perform professional
services by preparing Environmental Documentation for the Grandview Park and Lower
Hesse Park Improvement Projects,as set forth in the "Scope of Work"in the
CONSULTANT'S proposal dated as received on March 16,2011,attached hereto as
Exhibit 'A'and made part hereof by reference,including the following services:
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and participate in meetings
essary for the preparation and
'ng for which CONSULTANT
s identified in the "Scope
e and materials basis at the
hereto and incorporated herein by
raft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
with the deliverables described in the
s Exhibit 'A',including the following documents for each
oft
ial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND)
and Final Responses to Comments
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
Notice of Determination
Computer files for all documentation,with processing documents in
a format useable for the City's Website.
reference.
(a)CONSULTANT,shall prepare,under consultation with the CITY,the
following for each of the proposed projects;(1)data collection and project description,
(2)Draft Initial Study (IS)/Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND)and Supporting
Documentation (3)Revise IS/MND and Circulate Draft IS/,(4)a Response to
Comments on the Draft IS/MND,(5)a Final IS/MND,( ,igation Monitoring and
Reporting Program,and (7)a Notice of Determination in Exhibit "A'.
Each IS/MND shall be prepared in com ce with th
attached in Exhibit "A'and shall contain all .
amended),the State Guidelines,and CITY'
(b)When requested,CONSULTAN
with CITY staff as well as Public s,which a
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ents raised by CITY staff's
thereof.Consultant shall also
cies,and/or other interested
se shall be sent to each
f work to be performed by CONSULTANT
executed by both of the parties to this
ormance.CONSULTANT shall timely perform the
ed in the attached Exhibit 'A'.
nsation.CITY agrees to compensate CONSULTANT,and
to accept in full satisfaction for the services provided for
hereunder,a fixed fee not to exceed $132,779.00 for the IS/MNDs related to the
Grandview Park and Lower Hesse Park Improvement Projects,which includes all labor
and subconsultant costs,as described in each "Fee Schedule"contained within the
attached Exhibit 'A'.In addition,this fixed fee shall include all expenses for printing,
(d)All reports,information,data and exhibits prepared or assembled by
CONSULTANT or any subconsultants in connection with the performance of its services
pursuant to this Agreement are confidential until released by CITY to the public,and
CONSULTANT agrees that they shall not be made avai .to any individual or ,
organization without prior written consent of the CITY p .such release.All such
reports,information,data and exhibits shall be delive pon demand without
additional cost or expense to CITY.All charts,es,figures,maps,which are
prepared with computer-based mapping or s heet programs,s e provided to
CITY in their original formats.
(e)CONSULTANT shall respond to
review of the documents in order
respond to all comments from the
parties regarding each IS/MND.Lett
commenting party.
(f)This
may only be arne
agreement.
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r attending meetings
f key issues in addition
nges in the project
rinting additional
ached Exhibit
xpenses shall be itemized on
said undisputed services and
nt's monthly invoices up to
$65,486.00 +expenses
$71,131.00 (including all expenses)
word processing,delivery,fax,phones,mileage,etc.Prior to printing of any
documents,CONSULTANT shall verify with CITY the total number of documents to
reproduce.
Not included in this fixed fee are expenses incurr
beyond those specified in Section 1(b)of this contract;a
to those identified within the attached "Scope of
description,plans,or scope of work requiring a
copies of any document beyond the number
The actual costs of CONSULTANT'S se
the Invoice form,and CITY shall
expenses.Payments shall be ma
the maximum amounts set forth in the
'A'.
1The maximum ount of each payment serves as a cap on the payments until the correlated
benchmark item is completed to the satisfaction of City Staff.Therefore completion of one benchmark
item allows for billing up to the maximum identified for the following benchmark item.All amounts of
payments shall be less the 5%retention,unless sixty (60)consecutive days of delays occur as the result
of event(s),which the CITY determines were beyond CONSULTANTS control.In such case,CITY shall
release to CONSULTANT the full amount of the payment for the benchmark item(s)that have been
completed to the satisfaction of City Staff.
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invoice ($60,598.00)
1(f)of this agreement shall be included
e foregoing schedules,as determined by the City,and
be adjusted accordingly.
submitted by CONSULTANT shall be held by CITY
etained funds will be released to CONSULTANT when the
Response to Comments/MMRP
2The maximum ount of each payment serves as a cap on the payments until the correlated
benchmark item is completed to the satisfaction of City Staff.Therefore completion of one benchmark
item allows for billing up to the maximum identified for the following benchmark item.All amounts of
payments shall be less the 5%retention,unless sixty (60)consecutive days of delays occur as the result
of event(s),which the CITY determines were beyond CONSULTANTS control.In such case,CITY shall
release to CONSULTANT the full amount of the payment for the benchmark item(s)that have been
completed to the satisfaction of City Staff.
Data Collection,Draft IS/MND
Documents (Technical Studies)
Revisions to IS/MND and Public Ci
Receipt of Notice of
Receipt of Notice of Determination
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environmental documentation for each project is successfully completed by the
submittal of the final Notice of Determinations.
or supplement the
data,information or
to comply with the
(hereafter referred to
supplement at no
TS "failure to
SULTANT
to CONSULTANT upon.
not be based on unwritten
icies of any state,federal or
over the project occur,new,unforeseen
e received from attorneys other than the
of the draft environmental document,
require modification to each projects'
NSULTANT will perform such additional services on a
the set forth within Attachment of Exhibit 'A'.
LTANT hereby acknowledge and agree that the terms of
tion are not dependent upon the CITY'S final action on
env'
these Projects.
Section 4.dependent Contractor.CONSULTANT will act hereunder as an
independent contractor.This Agreement shall not and is not intended to constitute
CONSULTANT as an agent,servant,or employee of the CITY and shall not and is not
Th
CONSULTA
If CONSULTANT is requested by CITY to revise
environmental documentation for each project with additi
analysis solely as a result of the CONSULTANTS
requirements of CEQA,or the State or local CEQA
collectively as "CEQA"),CONSULTANT shall pro .
additional cost to the CITY.For purposes 0
comply"shall be based upon a written c
advising CONSULTANT of the particular ite
comply with the provisions of and whic
interpretations of CEQA that
commencement of this Agreement.
If changes to e . ,rules
local governmenta ority h jurisd
issues arise,or c nts on
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intended to create the relationship of partnership,joint venture or association between
the CITY and CONSULTANT.
r.The CONSULTANT
lIy responsible for the
serve as principal
nsible Project
anager by
r employ associates or
greement,but at all times
may not employ additional
perform under the general
Develop irector of CITY ("Director")or his or her
ns,instructions and directions on the part of the CITY
rough the Director or his or her designee.
d Services to be Furnished b CITY.All information,
aps as are in possession of CITY and necessary for the
all be available to CONSULTANT without charge.
erests of CONSULTANT.The CONSULTANT affirms that it
sha
data,recor
carrying out of t
Section 10.
Section 5.Assignment.This agreement may not be assigned in whole or in
part,without the prior written consent of CITY.
Section 6.Consultant.Res on sible Pro'ect M
shall have a Responsible Project Manager who shall
CONSULTANT'S obligations under this Agreem
liaison between CITY and CONSULTANT.
Manager is John Bellas.Designation ot
CONSULTANT shall not be made without the
Section 7.Personnel.C
at its own expense,all personnel
this Agreement.CONSULTANT
subconsultants in the p
shall be responsibl
subconsultants .
presently has no interest and shall not have any interest,direct or indirect,which would
conflict in any manner with the performance of the services contemplated by this
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exclusive
uate the performance
Agreement or replace
ection 13 herein.
to CITY certificates
requirements,to be
one (1)day prior to the
similarly to provide such
e to cover its employees as required by
Section 11.Insurance.
'r respective employees.
ecting CONSULTANT in an amount no less than
,000 in the aggregate,for bodily injury,personal
injury an Automobile liability protecting CONSULTANT in an
amount not I ,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
Employer's Iiabilit cting CONSULTANT in an amount no less than $1,000,000 per
accident,bodily injury or disease.CONSULTANT agrees to maintain in full force and
effect during the term of this Agreement professional errors and omissions insurance in
an amount not less than $1,000,000 per claim,and in the aggregate.Such policies of
insurance shall:
Agreement.No person having any such interest shall be employed by or be associated
with the CONSULTANT or any subconsultant.
The parties agree:
(a)CITY has sole discretion to direct the work and
of CONSULTANT and CITY retains the right to termin
CONSULTANT at any time,in accordance with the pr
(b)CITY has sole discretion to determi
CONSULTANT,in accordance with the proviso
(c)CITY shall pay CONSULTAN'j
control of CITY.
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(a)Be issued by an insurance company which is admitted to conduct
business in the State of California and which is rated in Best's Insurance Guide with a
loyer's Liability,such
d shall name the
urance policy
ior written
oyer's Liability,name
agents as additional
reafter the CITY shall have
ONSULTANT under the
NSULTANT shall not be construed as a
erformance of CONSULTANT'S duties
is Agreement.
Compensation and Employer's Liability,
om loss,damage or injury to persons or to property
Igent acts in connection with the performance of
ind
or Worker's Compensation and Employer's Liability,include
a severability of i s clause substantially similar to the following:"The insurance
afforded by this policy applies separately to each insured against whom a claim or suit
is made or suit it brought,except with respect to the limit of the insurer's liability."
rating of A VII or better.
(b)Except for Worker's Compensation and
and list as additional insureds the CITY,its officers and e
(c)Except for Worker's Compensaf
insurance policies shall be primary to any other 'Iar insuran
CITY,its officers,agents and employees,as
shall contain a provision that prohibits can
notice to the CITY.The insurance certi I
endorsements naming
insureds,shall be submitted to the
the right to approve or disapprove an
standards of this secti
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or any of CO SULTANT's officers,agents,employees or
this Agreement.This includes but is not limited to
or bo injury,death or property damage to any individual
agents,employees or contractors of the CONSULTANT.
aph shall not apply to claims to the extent arising out of the
misconduct of the CITY and its officials,officers,employees,
co
efend,indemnify and hold
and volunteers free and
for cia ,suits,actions,expenses or
reatened,actual attorneys'fees,experts'
"ng out of,pertaining to,or in any way
t or reckless acts or omissions or willful
or entity,
The provisio
sole negligence
agents and voluntee "
In addition to the foregoing,CONSULTANT shall indemnify,defend and hold free
and harmless the CITY and the CITY's officials,officers,employees,agents and
volunteers from and against any and all losses,liabilities,damages,costs and
expenses,including reasonable attorneys'fees,experts'fees,and costs to the extent
(f)Contain a clause substantially in the following words:"It is hereby
understood and agreed that this policy shall not be canceled nor materially changed
except upon thirty (30)days prior written notice to the CITY of such cancellation."
(g)Cover the operations of CONSULTANT uant to the terms of
this Agreement.
(h)Be acceptable to the City Attorne
insurance requirements shall be a material breach
3.CONSULTANT shall not comme
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his Agreement may be
SULTANT without
be terminated
the event of
,for work
t in no event to exceed the
,based on the percentage of
tion,provided such work is
quired to be given to the
roperly given upon delivery,if sent to
NSULTANT at such address or other address specified to
CONSULTANT s
CONSULTANT po
nB
the same are caused by negligence or willful misconduct of the CONSULTANT,or any
of the CONSULTANT's officials,officers,agents,employees or volunteers,in the
performance of professional services pursuant to this Agreement.
All duties of CONSULTANT under this section shall 've termination of this
Agreement.
Section 13.Termination.The executory provo
terminated by CITY upon five (5)days written n i
further action by CITY.The executory provisio his agreeme
by the CONSULTANT upon thirty (30)days n notice to the CIT .
such termination by the CITY,the CIT
satisfactorily completed to date of such termi
compensation described in Secti this agre
completion of CONSULTANT'S wo of t
in a form usable by CITY.
Section 14.N
Any notice terials required to be given to the CITY shall be deemed duly
and properly given upon delivery,if sent to the CITY postage prepaid to:
Community Development Director
%Eduardo Schonborn,AICP,Senior Planner
City of Rancho Palos Verdes
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,ment lead
epresents the entire
supersedes all prior
This Agreement
and any dispute arising
h the laws of the State of
t,including but not limited to
erformance or enforcement shall be
in Los Angeles County.
ired.Consultant shall obtain and
e prior to commencing preparation of the Environmental
reement.
exclusively in the
Sectic
30940 Hawthorne Blvd.
Rancho Palos Verdes,CA 90275
or personally delivered to CITY at such address or other address specified to the
CONSULTANT in writing by the CITY.
Section 15.Entire Agreement.
integrated agreement between CITY and
negotiations,representations or agreements,ei
may be amended only by a written instrument
Section 16.Litigation Costs.Sh
to litigation,the prevailing party shall be entit
prosecution of the action.
Section 17.A licable
hereunder shall be governed and inte
California.Venue for
doc
,...=.:.=='This Agreement and its Exhibits are the entire
and there are no other terms or conditions,written or oral,
controlling thi the event of any conflict between the provisions of this
Agreement and a Exhibits,the provisions of this agreement shall prevail.
Section 20.Provisions Cumulative.The foregoing are cumulative and in
addition to and not in limitation of any other rights or remedies available to the CITY.
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Section 21.Anti-Waiver Clause.None of the provisions contained herein shall
be waived because of previous failure to insist upon strict performance,nor shall any
provision be waived because any other provision has been waived in whole or in part.
EXECUTED the day and year first stated above.
Project Schedule,Cost Estimate,Rate Schedule
By ----..:
Thomas Long,MAYOR
By _
"CITY"
lA'
"CONSULTANT"
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WlllDAN I
Scope of Work -Grandview Park
Willdan will conduct the following tasks in preparing the IS/MND for the Grandview Park project:
TASK 1.
TASK 4.
TASK 3.
TASK 2.
Coordination Meetings and Project Management
a.Kick-Off and Coordination Meetings
b.Project Management
Research and Technical Studies
a.Biological Resources Assessment
b.Noise Assessment
c.Traffic Impact Analysis
d.Photo View Simulations
e.California Coastal Gnatcatcher Surveys
f.Delineate Jurisdictional Waters and Acquire Regulatory Permits
Initial Study and Proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration
a.Screencheck Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
b.Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
c.Public Notification and Circulation of the Document
Adoption Process
a.Responses to Comments
b.Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
c.Attendance at a Public Scoping Meeting and a City Council Meeting
d.Notice of Determination
Optional Task:Cultural Resources Assessment
These tasks are described in detail below.
Task 1 Coordination Meetin sand Pro'ect Mana ement
1(a)Kick-Off Meeting and Coordination Meetings
Willdan's Project Manager and key personnel will attend kick-off and coordination meetings with the City.It
is anticipated that the kick-off meeting will clarify expectations,be used to discuss the schedule,identify
City versus consultant responsibilities,and allow City staff to provide Willdan with current information about
the proposed project.It is anticipated that coordination meetings may be conducted to review the
Screencheck Draft Initial Study with City staff and to prepare for pUblic hearings.
Deliverables:
•Attendance of Willdan's Project Manager at one kick-off meeting and additional coordination meetings
(up to 72 hours ofstaff time are budgeted for this purpose).
•Attendance of Willdan's key staff at kick-off and coordination meetings (up to 4 hours of staff time are
budgeted for this purpose).
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1(b)Project Management
Willdan's assigned Project Manager will work as an extension of City staff.This approach optimizes the
communication between the City and consultant team.Management activities include monitoring the
project budget and progress,ensuring critical timeline milestones are met,coordinating with the project
team and City staff,and providing quality control review of all completed work products.
Task 2 Research and Technical Studies
2(a)Biological Resources Assessment
AMEC will conduct a biological resources assessment for the project.The tasks involved in conducting this
assessment are described below.
1.Draft Biological Resources Assessment Report
AMEC will prepare a draft biological resources assessment report for the subject site.The report will be
written in general accordance with CEQA guidelines in a format that can be incorporated into an MND.The
report will incorporate the following elements/methodology:
Literature Review:AMEC will perform a literature review to identify previous occurrences of sensitive
biological resources (if any)in the vicinity of the project site.This task will include a review of the California
Department of Fish and Game (CDFG)California Natural Diversity Data Base (CNDDB)computerized data
base,a review of the California Native Plant Society's (CNPS)Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants of
California,a review of recent aerial photographs,and other pertinent documents from the AMEC library and
project files (e.g.,other biological surveys from the general vicinity).
Field Survey:A field survey of the park site will be conducted using methodologies appropriate for the
detection of special-status species (if any)identified during the literature review.Depending on the timing
(season)of the field survey,certain species (such as sensitive annual plant species)may be undetectable.
However,habitat suitability will be assessed for all special-status species potentially occurring on the site.
If habitat is present on-site,focused surveys for species identified during the literature review process may
be required and are not considered part of this proposal.
Reporting:AMEC will prepare a summary report which will include methodologies,photos of the project
site and a discussion of habitat detected on the site.The reports will be in general accordance with CEQA
guidelines.Maps included in the report will show the occurrence(s)of any sensitive species identified
during field surveys.The reports will also include conclusions and recommendations (for incorporation into
the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the project.
2.Final Biological Resources Assessment Report
Following review of the Draft IS/MND by City staff,AMEC will make any necessary revisions to the
biological elements of the document for incorporation into the FinaIIS/MND.We have included time for
one report revision and we will provide electronic copies of the final report.
3.Response to Comments
AMEC will provide response to public comments related to biological issues in the circulated IS/MND.This
is limited to one round of comments on the biological resources assessment.
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2(b)Noise Assessment
MGA will conduct a noise assessment for the project.The tasks involved in conducting this assessment
are described below.
EXisting Environment.Four short-term noise measurements will be made on or in the vicinity of the project
site.The FHWA highway noise model ("FHWA Highway Traffic Noise Prediction Model,"FHWA-RD-77-
108)will be used in conjunction with the measurements to describe existing noise levels in the project
vicinity.Community noise standards relevant to this project are contained in the City of Rancho Palos
Verdes Noise Element and Noise Ordinance.Standards for the appropriate jurisdiction will be summarized
and their relevance to the project discussed.
Potential Impacts.The potential noise impacts can be divided into short-term construction noise,on-site
impacts,and impacts on surrounding land uses.
Noise levels generated by construction activities will be estimated at nearby sensitive receptors.Existing
residences surround the park site.The application of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes Noise Ordinance to
control construction noise will be discussed.
The noise impacts associated with the project's traffic on adjacent land uses will be assessed in terms of
the Community Noise Equivalent Level (CNEL)noise scale.Potential traffic noise level increases will be
calculated,presented,and compared to standard significance thresholds.
The proposed park site is located adjacent to existing residences on all sides.The parking lots,day camp
and picnic areas,as well as recreation (e.g.,Frisbee and touch football)uses,have the potential to
generate noise.Noise levels from park activities will be projected and compared to the City's Noise
Ordinance limits or other suitable criteria.We have conducted noise measurements near similar facilities
and will use these measurements to predict the noise levels generated by the proposed project.The
resulting noise levels will be compared to ambient conditions and City standards to determine potential
impacts.
Mitigation Measures.Strategies will be identified for the control of noise as indicated by the impact analysis.
2(c)Traffic Impact Analysis
Arch Beach Consulting will prepare a traffic impact analysis (TIA)for the project.This study will analyze
the traffic and circulation impacts of the proposed development of an 18-acre City park with 2.5 acres of
''flex lawn"uses (for drop-in activities,picnicking,and relaxation);a flexible cycling area with on-site bicycle
bike trails along with other pedestrian trails;a day camp area for park visitors and possible future City-
structured programs;playground and picnic areas;and,interactive learning areas.Access to the project
site would occur from a new driveway constructed on Montemalaga Drive.
Review of various park trip rates from the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE)indicates that the
proposed project would not generate a significant number of trips during the weekday daily,a.m.and p.m.
peak hours (less than 10 peak hour trips).Also,since there are numerous pedestrian and bicycle trails
planned,a portion of traffic destined to the site would be from pedestrians and bicyclists in the adjacent
residential neighborhoods.Therefore,the traffic/circulation study will focus on the potential access and
parking impacts to the adjacent residential neighborhood from the addition of potential traffic of the
proposed project.
The traffic/circulation study for the proposed project will be prepared to meet the requirements of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes'Public Works Department,the City's General Plan Circulation Element,and
disclosure of project impacts per CEQA.
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Per review of Appendix B of the 2004 Los Angeles County Congestion Management Program's (CMP)
Guidelines for CMP Transportation Impact Analysis,a regional CMP-Ievel traffic analysis is not required for
the proposed project since it would likely not add 50 or more weekday peak hour trips to a CMP facility
(Western Avenue -SR 213 or Pacific Coast Highway).
The tasks involved in conducting the project's TIA are described below.
1:Existing Circulation System
Arch Beach Consulting will prepare a description of the existing circulation system of the study area and
provide an assessment of the current circulation system.Specific topics to be included in this section of the
TIA include:
•Existing street system
•Existing traffic volumes on Montemalaga Drive
•Existing traffic controls
•Existing pedestrian/bicycle facilities and equestrian trails
•Transit service,including bus facilities (if any)
•Special traffic generators
Data Collection:This scope assumes that new roadway segment traffic counts will be collected on
Montemalaga Drive.If the City has current (Le.,within the past one year)traffic counts in their databases,
those counts will be requested and used.For purposes of this scope and budget,up to three (3)roadway
segments will be counted for daily traffic volumes.Based on review of the existing traffic patterns in the
study area,the following roadway segments will be considered for analysis:
1.Montemalaga Drive,west of Silver Spur Road
2.Montemalaga Drive,east of proposed project access
3.Montemalaga Drive,east of Via Del Monte
This list of study area roadway segments will be confirmed with City staff prior to conducting traffic counts.
Arch Beach Consulting will contract with a qualified traffic data collection firm to obtain 24-hour machine
counts over a consecutive three-day weekday period for all study area roadway segments.
Field Reconnaissance:Arch Beach Consulting will conduct field reconnaissance visits during the weekday
peak periods.The purpose of this task is to confirm available data and information.The following will also
be observed and evaluated:
•Traffic patterns and circulation in the study area
•Roadway characteristics
•Pedestrian,bicycle,and equestrian facilities
•Proximity of public transit service routes
•Locations of adjacent schools (if any)
2:Preparation of Traffic/Circulation Analysis
Arch Beach Consulting will prepare a traffic/circulation analysis for incorporation into project's IS/MND to
determine the impacts of the proposed project in terms of vehicular,bicycle,and pedestrian accessibility
and efficiency,and safety.
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Trip Generation:The trip generation estimates for the proposed project will be calculated based on trip
rates published in ITE's Trip Generation,8th Edition.Review of various park trip rates from ITE indicates
that the proposed project would not generate a significant number of trips during the weekday daily,a.m.
and p.m.peak hours (less than 10 peak hour trips).Also,since there are numerous pedestrian and bicycle
trails planned,a portion of traffic destined to the site would be from pedestrians and bicyclists in the
adjacent residential neighborhoods.Prior to conducting any analysis,we will review our trip generation
with the project team and the City to ensure accuracy for the traffic analysis.
Site Plan,Circulation,and Parking:The current site plan will be reviewed with respect to on-site circulation
and driveway ingress and egress.The site plan will also be evaluated for conformity with local and County
standards,emergency vehicle access,and on-site circulation.A driveway sight distance analysis will be
prepared per the Caltrans Highway Design Manual (HDM)for the proposed driveway on Montemalaga
Drive.Improvements to the site plan will be recommended during the concept design phase as
appropriate.
Arch Beach Consulting will review the preliminary parking analysis prepared for the project (to be provided
by the City),and assess the project's potential parking impacts.The parking analysis will determine
whether there would adequate on-site parking for both typical and special event uses.The parking analysis
will also determine whether parking demand would spill-over into the adjacent neighborhood,particularly
along Ironwood Street,which would have pedestrian/bicycle access to the park.
Transit,Bicycle/Pedestrian,and Equestrian Impact Analysis:Arch Beach Consulting will evaluate the
potential additional transit use resulting from the proposed project (if any),consistent with City and the Los
Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)standards.A qualitative bicycle/pedestrian
and equestrian impact analysis will also be included in the study that will focus on safety,access,
amenities,and consistency with any existing City and County policies.
3:Traffic/Circulation Study Document
Prior to its use in the IS/MND,Arch Beach Consulting will prepare one draft study that includes work
assumptions,analysis procedures,findings,graphics,impacts,and recommendations for review by the
project team.Arch Beach Consulting will respond to one set of consolidated comments on the draft study.
The text,graphics,and analysis will be modified as needed.Arch Beach Consulting will proceed with
additional non-scoped work items only after receiving written authorization (if reqUired).Upon receipt of
comments on the draft study,Arch Beach Consulting will prepare a final study that incorporates comments
from the project team for inclusion in the IS/MND.
4:Meetings
Arch Beach Consulting has budgeted for two (2)meetings with the Project Development Team,City or
agency staff.Some of these meetings may also include a City Council Hearing.Additional meetings will
be considered out-of-scope work that can be arranged on a time-and-materials basis through a contract
amendment.
2(d)Photo View Simulations
Willdan will prepare two (2)photo view simulations of the proposed park improvements.This task consists
of:coordinating with staff to determine the desired view points;photographing the site;reviewing project
plans;and preparing draft and final versions of the photo view simulations.Willdan would be available to
prepare additional photo view simulations for an additional fee mutually agreeable to the City and Willdan.
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2(e)California Coastal Gnatcatcher Surveys
AMEC Earth &Environmental Inc.(AMEC)will perform focused surveys for the California Gnatcatcher
(CAGN)on areas identified during AMEC's initial field investigation.It is our understanding that the site is
located in a Natural Communities Conservation Planning (NCCP)area.Thus,the proposed surveys will be
conducted using survey protocol guidelines issued by the U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)for
NCCP areas.All surveys shall be completed by a permitted biologist.The CAGN survey protocol for
NCCP areas requires three (3)visits one week apart between February 15 and August 30.Surveys will
only be performed at a time of day or during weather in which CAGN are likely to be detectable.Surveys
will begin no later than one hour following sunrise,and will cease prior to 11 :00 a.m.No surveys will be
conducted during very cold or very hot temperatures,nor during winds exceeding approximately 10 mph.
Taped recordings of the calls of the CAGN will be played at regular intervals during the surveys.
AMEC will prepare a focused survey report and supporting documentation.The supporting documentation
will include a comprehensive species list,photographic figures,and site map.One revision to the draft
report is included in this scope of services.A draft report will be furnished for review no later than 28 days
after the survey is completed and will be submitted to the USFWS 45 days after the last survey.AMEC's
report will discuss the methodologies used,results,and conclusions of the focused survey as specified by
protocol.Maps included in the report will show the project vicinity,location,any suitable habitat for the
CAGN,and locations of sightings detected during field surveys.
2(f)Delineate Jurisdication Waters and Acquire Regulatory Permits
AMEC Earth &Environmental Inc.(AMEC)will delineate jurisdication waters and acquire regulatory
permits.The tasks involved in conducting this assessment are described below.
Delineation of Jurisdictional Waters
Jurisdictional waters of the U.S.are regulated by the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)under
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and by the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB)under
Section 401 of the Clean Water Act.Jurisdictional waters of the State are regulated by the California
Department of Fish and Game (CDFG)under Section 1602 of the State Fish and Game Code and by
RWQCB under the Porter Cologne Act.In order to make a jurisdictional determination and delineate
potential waters,an AMEC wetland specialist will perform the following tasks:
•Review of Background Information:AMEC will review existing literature related to the site including
historical topographic maps and aerial photos,National Wetland Inventory Maps,Soil Surveys,and
other existing documentation for the site,in order to determine the extent of jurisdictional waters.
AMEC will review preliminary engineering plans for the project to assess potential impacts to waters in
the area.
•Field Assessment and Delineation:An AMEC wetland specialist will visit the site to delineate
jurisdictional waters using approved state and federal methods and collect data using GPS with sub-
meter accuracy.Upstream and downstream information will be collected onsite,and through aerial
photo interpretation,to complete a preliminary jurisdictional determination for the waterways.
•Report and Impact Assessment:AMEC will produce a Jurisdictional Determination and Delineation
Report that defines methods and results of the field assessment.Boundaries of jurisdictional waters
will be overlaid onto aerial photographs for identification.Proposed impact areas will be overlaid onto
the aerial photograph to identify and quantify impacts.Permitting requirements will be identified based
on the results of the report.
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Permitting
Based on information provided,the following permits may be required for regulatory approval:
•Section 404 of the Clean Water Act:Projects that require the deposition of fill material into waters of
the U.S.require a Section 404 permit from the USACE.This scope assumes that impacts to waters
would be less than 0.5 acres,allowing for the use of a Nationwide Permit.
•Section 401 Water Quality Certification:Projects that require Section 404 permits also require Section
401 Water Quality Certification from the RWQCB.An application is required as well as a fee based,in
this case,on the area of project disturbance ($640 Base Price +(Discharge area in acre x $2752)with
a maximum fee of $40,000).Permit fee is not included in this scope.
•Section 1600 of the State Fish and Game Code:Project activities that substantially alter a water of the
State require a Streambed Alteration Agreement (SAA)from the CDFG.A fee is required based on the
cost of the construction phase of the project (with a maximum fee of $4,482.75 for projects costing
more than $500,000).Permit fee is not included in this scope.
An AMEC Permitting Specialist will produce permit applications,provide for review and approval,submit
applications,and follow up with agencies on a monthly basis to insure the proper permit processing timeline
is maintained.
The permitting schedule is contingent upon the completion of CEQA review prior to receipt of permits.
RWQCB and CDFG will not finalize permits without an approved CEQA document.This Task does not
include additional biological resource surveys if required by agencies.If field visits are requested by any of
the permitting agencies,AMEC will provide the scope and cost of that field visit for approval prior to
scheduling the visit.
Contingencies
•This Task does not include biological resource surveys if required by agencies,other than those
included herein.
•This Task does not include developing a mitigation plan that may required for unavoidable impacts to
jurisdictional waters.Mitigation may be addressed in the planning phase and could be incorporated
into permit applications if the information is available.
•If potential impacts to listed species are identified during biological resource assessments,consultation
with the U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service may be required during the 404 process.
•The 404 process requires review of potential for impact to cultural resources.That could be addressed
under a separate scope if necessary.
•If field visits are requested by any of the permitting agencies,AMEC will provide the scope and cost of
that field visit for approval prior to scheduling the visit.
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Task 3 Initial Stud and Pro osed Miti ated Ne ative Declaration
3(a)Screencheck Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
Using the City's CEQA Environmental Checklist Form,Willdan will prepare an Screencheck Draft Initial
Study and proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND)for review by City staff.The evaluation will
include explanations of environmental impacts,which may be termed potentially significant,potentially
significant unless mitigated,less than significant,or non-existent.
Deliverables:
•Five (5)printed copies and an electronic copy ofthe Screencheck IS/MND to the City.
3(b)Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
After receiving the City's comments on the Screencheck Draft IS/MND and making the appropriate
changes,Willdan will prepare a final version of the IS/MND.
Deliverables:
•Ten (70)printed copies and an electronic copy ofthe final version ofthe IS/MND to the City.
3(c)Public Notification and Circulation of the Document
Willdan will assist the City in circulating the environmental document for public review.For this task,
Willdan will submit fifteen (15)paper copies and one (1)electronic copy of the document to the State
Clearinghouse along with a Notice of Completion (State Clearinghouse Transmittal Form).Willdan will also
prepare a Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND for the City to pUblish,distribute,and post with the County
Clerk.
Deliverables:
•Fifteen (75)paper copies and one (7)electronic copy of the IS/MND to the State Clearinghouse.
•One (7)electronic version ofthe Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND for the City to distribute,publish,and
post on the City's website.
•Filing of the Intent to Adopt an MND with the County Clerk.
•Mailing of up to fifty'(50)copies ofthe Notice ofIntent to Adopt an MND.
Task 4 Ado tion Process
4(a)Responses to Comments
CEQA does not require a Lead Agency to prepare formal responses to comments on an ND/MND.
Nonetheless,upon the City's request,Willdan will prepare responses to comments on any environmental
issues raised during the public review period.An administrative version of the responses to comments will
be submitted to the City for review and comment.After receiving the City's comments,and making the
appropriate changes,Willdan will submit a final version of the responses to comments to the City.
Deliverables:
•20 hours ofprofessional staff time for preparing responses to comments.
4(b)Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
If mitigation measures are required,a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program must be completed
prior to adoption of the MND.It may be included in the MND or take the form of a separate document,
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which need not be circulated to the public.Willdan will prepare and submit an administrative version of the
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program to the City for review and comment.After receiving the City's
comments and making the appropriate changes,Willdan will submit the final Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program to the City.
Deliverables:
•Draft and final versions ofthe Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program will be submitted to the City
electronically.
4(c)Attendance at a Public Scoping Meeting and a City Council Meeting
All key members of the Willdan team will be available to attend public meetings on the project,which are
anticipated to include one public scoping meeting and one City Council meeting.
Deliverables:
•Attendance of Willdan's Project Manager and key personnel at two (2)pUblic meetings.
4(d)Notice of Determination
Willdan will prepare a Notice of Determination (NOD)in accordance with Section 15094 of the State CEQA
Guidelines for the City to file with the County Clerk.Willdan recommends the City file the NOD within five
(5)days of adopting the MND to establish a 30-day Statute of Limitations.
Deliverables:
•Willdan will submit the Notice of Determination to the City electronically.
o tional Task:I Cultural Resources Assessment
Upon request,McKenna et al.(McKenna)would be available to conduct a cultural resources assessment of
the project site.Grandview Park is located in the northern portion of Rancho Palos Verdes and consists of
approximately 18 acres of open space.The park is surrounded by single family residential development
and bisected by a dirt trail.The property has been disked (weed abatement),but represents an area of
relatively undisturbed land on the Palos Verdes Peninsula.As one of the last areas of open space and
relatively intact open space,the potential for identifying archaeological resources is considered relatively
high.
The tasks involved in conducting a cultural resources assessment of the Grandview Park site are described
below.
1:Standard Archaeological Records Search:McKenna will complete a standard archaeological records
search for the site.This research will be completed at the CalState Fullerton,South Central Coastal
Information Center,Fullerton,CA.McKenna will review previously completed reports and obtain copies of
pertinent cultural resource records.McKenna et al.will also review the historic maps for the area.This
level of research will be used to assess the project area for buried cultural resource sensitivity.
2:Historic Background Research:McKenna has completed other projects within Rancho Palos Verdes and
in nearby Rolling Hills Estates,Lomita,and Torrance.McKenna et al.will use previously compiled historic
data and will supplement this data with project specific research through the Los Angeles County Archives
in Norwalk and the County Assessor data files.McKenna will also review historic aerial photographs and
compile information on file at the local historical society and/or library(ies).
3:Native American Consultation:McKenna will contact the Native American Heritage Commission,
Sacramento,and inquire into their records on sacred or religious site locations.McKenna will also use the
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Commission's listing of local Native American representatives to contact individuals wishing knowledge of
projects and/or wishing to provide additional data.
4:Paleontological Overview.McKenna has a standard paleontological overview in-house that can be used
in addressing these properties.
5:Field Survey:McKenna will complete a field survey of the property to obtain current property
descriptions,conditions,and photo-document the area.McKenna will conduct an intensive field survey to
identify and document any evidence of prehistoric,historic,or paleontological resources.The collected
field data will be used to complete the preliminary evaluation of any identified resources and the required
preparation of California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR)523 forms.
6:Analysis and Report Preparation:McKenna will prepare a technical report in a format consistent with
state (Office of Historic Preservation)data requirements.In this case the Archaeological Resource
Management Report (ARMR)guidelines will be followed and all data required for studies in Los Angeles
County will be included.The cultural reports will be completed for CEQA compliance.As such,identified
resources will be formally recorded on the appropriate DPR 523 forms,as required,and the evaluation will
be based on the CEQA criteria for significance or recognition.McKenna will also apply local (City)level
criteria,as applicable.
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TASK 4.
Scope of Work -Lower Hesse Park
Willdan will conduct the following tasks in preparing the IS/MND for the Lower Hesse Park project:
TASK 1.Coordination Meetings and Project Management
a.Kick-Off and Coordination Meetings
b.Project Management
TASK 2.Research and Technical Studies
a.Biological Resources Assessment
b.Noise Assessment
c.Traffic Impact Analysis
d.Photo View Simulations
e.California Coastal Gnatcatcher Surveys
TASK 3.Initial Study and Proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration
a.Screencheck Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
b.Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
c.Public Notification and Circulation of the Document
Adoption Process
a.Responses to Comments
b.Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
c.Attendance at a Public Scoping Meeting and a City Council Meeting
d.Notice of Determination
Optional Task:Cultural Resources Assessment
These tasks are described in detail below.
Task 1 Coordination Meetin sand Pro'ect Mana ement
1(a)Kick-Off and Coordination Meetings
Willdan's Project Manager and key personnel will attend kick-off and coordination meetings with the City.It
is anticipated that the kick-off meeting will clarify expectations,be used to discuss the schedule,identify
City verses consultant responsibilities,and allow City staff to provide Willdan with current information about
the proposed project.It is anticipated that coordination meetings may be conducted to review the
Screencheck Draft Initial Study with City staff and to prepare for public hearings.
Deliverables:
•Attendance of Willdan's Project Manager at one kick-off meeting and additional coordination meetings
(up to 72 hours ofstaff time are budgeted for this purpose).
•Attendance of Wil/dan's key staff at kick-off and coordination meetings (up to 4 hours ofstaff time are
budgeted for this purpose).
1(b)Project Management
Willdan's assigned Project Manager will work as an extension of City staff.This approach optimizes the
communication between the City and consultant team.Management activities include monitoring the
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project budget and progress,ensuring critical timeline milestones are met,coordinating with the project
team and City staff,and providing quality control review of all completed work products.
Task 2 Research and Technical Studies
2(a)Biological Resources Assessment
AMEC will conduct a biological resources assessment for the project.The tasks involved in conducting this
assessment are described below.
1.Draft Biological Resources Assessment Report
AMEC will prepare a draft biological resources assessment report for the subject site.The report will be
written in general accordance with CEQA guidelines in a format that can be incorporated into an MND.The
report will incorporate the following elements/methodology:
Literature Review:AMEC will perform a literature review to identify previous occurrences of sensitive
biological resources (if any)in the vicinity of the project site.This task will include a review of the California
Department of Fish and Game (CDFG)California Natural Diversity Data Base (CNDDB)computerized data
base,a review of the California Native Plant Society's (CNPS)Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants of
California,a review of recent aerial photographs,and other pertinent documents from the AMEC library and
project files (e.g.,other biological surveys from the general vicinity).
Field Survey:A field survey of the park site will be conducted using methodologies appropriate for the
detection of special-status species (if any)identified during the literature review.Depending on the timing
(season)of the field survey,certain species (such as sensitive annual plant species)may be undetectable.
However,habitat SUitability will be assessed for all special-status species potentially occurring on the site.If
habitat is present on-site,focused surveys for species identified during the literature review process may be
required and are not considered part of this proposal.
Reporting:AMEC will prepare a summary report which will include methodologies,photos of the project site
and a discussion of habitat detected on the site.The reports will be in general accordance with CEQA
guidelines.Maps included in the report will show the occurrence(s)of any sensitive species identified
during field surveys.The reports will also include conclusions and recommendations .(for incorporation into
the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the project.
2.Final Biological Resources Assessment Report
Following review of the Draft IS/MND by City Staff,AMEC will make any necessary revisions to the
biological elements of the document for incorporation into the FinaIIS/MND.We have included time for one
report revision and we will provide electronic copies of the final report.
2(b)Noise Assessment
MGA will conduct a noise assessment for the project.The tasks involved in conducting this assessment
are described below.
Existing Environment.Four short-term noise measurements will be made on or in the vicinity of the project
site.The FHWA highway noise model ("FHWA Highway Traffic Noise Prediction Model,"FHWA-RD-77-
108)will be used in conjunction with the measurements to describe existing noise levels in the project
vicinity.Community noise standards relevant to this project are contained in the City of Rancho Palos
Verdes Noise Element and Noise Ordinance.Standards for the appropriate jurisdiction will be summarized
and their relevance to the project discussed.
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Potential Impacts.The potential noise impacts can be divided into short-term construction noise,on-site
impacts,and impacts on surrounding land uses.
Noise levels generated by construction activities will be estimated at nearby sensitive receptors.Existing
residences lie on all sides of the park site.The application of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes Noise
Ordinance to control construction noise will be discussed.
The noise impacts associated with the project's traffic on adjacent land uses will be assessed in terms of
the CNEL noise scale.Potential traffic noise level increases will be calculated,presented,and compared to
standard significance thresholds.
The proposed park site is located adjacent to the existing residences on all four sides.The parking lots as
well as recreation facilities (e.g.,basketball and tennis courts)have the potential to generate noise both in
terms of game activities and crowd noise.Noise levels from park activities will be projected and compared
to the City's Noise Ordinance limits or other suitable criteria.We have conducted noise measurements
near similar facilities and will use these measurements to predict the noise levels generated by the
proposed project.The resulting noise levels will be compared to ambient conditions and City standards to
determine potential impacts.
Mitigation Measures.Strategies will be identified for the control of noise as indicated by the impact analysis.
2(c)Traffic Impact Analysis
Arch Beach Consulting will prepare a traffic impact analysis (TIA)for the project.This study will analyze
the traffic and circulation impacts of the proposed development of an 18-acre City park with two "flex lawn"
areas (for drop-in activities,picnicking,and relaxation);one basketball court;three tennis courts;a Family
Fun Zone;playground and picnic areas;and,interactive learning areas.In addition,a skate park may also
be proposed on site.Access to the project site would occur from a new driveway constructed on Locklenna
Drive,east of Windport Drive.Pedestrian and bicycle access to the existing Upper Hesse Park will also be
proVided internal to the site.Upper Hesse Park contains existing park amenities,a larger parking lot,and
access to Locklenna Drive and Hawthorne Boulevard.
Review of various park trip rates from the ITE indicates that the proposed project would not generate a
significant number of trips during the weekday daily,a.m.and p.m.peak hours (less than 10 peak hour
trips;and not including a skate park).Also,since the site is located within a residential community and
bounded by a residential street,a portion of traffic destined to the site would be from pedestrians and
bicyclists in the adjacent residential neighborhoods.Therefore,the traffic/circulation study will focus on the
potential access and parking impacts to the adjacent residential neighborhood from the addition of potential
traffic of the proposed project.
The traffic/circulation study for the proposed project will be prepared to meet the requirements of the City of
Rancho Palos Verdes'Public Works Department,the City's General Plan Circulation Element,and
disclosure of project impacts per CEQA.
Per review of Appendix B of the 2004 Los Angeles County Congestion Management Program's (CMP)
Guidelines for CMP Transportation Impact Analysis,a regional CMP-Ievel traffic analysis is not required for
the proposed project since it would likely not add 50 or more weekday peak hour trips to a CMP facility
(Western Avenue -SR 213 or Pacific Coast Highway).
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The tasks involved in conducting the project's TIA are described below.
1:Existing Circulation System
Arch Beach Consulting will prepare a description of the existing circulation system of the study area and
provide an assessment of the current circulation system.Specific topics to be included in this section of the
TIA include:
•Existing street system
•Existing traffic volumes on Locklenna Drive
•Existing levels of service at Hawthorne Boulevard/Locklenna Drive
•Existing traffic controls
•Existing pedestrian/bicycle facilities and equestrian trails
•Transit service,including bus facilities (if any)
•Special traffic generators
Data Collection:This scope assumes that new a.m.and p.m.peak hour traffic counts will be collected at
Hawthorne Boulevard/Locklenna Drive.Per the RFP,a preliminary traffic study has been prepared for the
Lower Hesse Park neighborhood.If that document,or the City,has current (i.e.,less than one year)traffic
counts in their databases,those counts will be requested and used.For purposes of this scope and
budget,one (1)intersection will be counted for the a.m.and p.m.peak hours.Arch Beach Consulting will
contract with a qualified traffic data collection firm to obtain peak hour traffic counts during a typical
weekday,while school is in session.
Field Reconnaissance:Arch Beach Consulting will conduct field reconnaissance visits during the weekday
peak periods.The purpose of this task is to confirm available data and information.The following will also
be observed and evaluated:
•Traffic patterns and circulation in the study area
•Roadway characteristics
•Pedestrian,bicycle,and equestrian facilities
•Proximity of public transit service routes
•Locations of adjacent schools (if any)
2:Preparation of Traffic/Circulation Analysis
Arch Beach Consulting will prepare a traffic/circulation analysis for incorporation into project's IS/MND to
determine the impacts of the proposed project in terms of vehicular,bicycle,and pedestrian accessibility
and efficiency,and safety.
Trip Generation:The trip generation estimates for the proposed project will be calculated based on trip
rates pUblished in ITE's Trip Generation,8th Edition.Review of various park trip rates from ITE indicates
that the proposed project would not generate a significant number of trips during the weekday daily,a.m.
and p.m.peak hours (less than 10 peak hour trips;and not including a skate park).Also,since the site is
located within a residential community and bounded by a residential street,a portion of traffic destined to
the site would be from pedestrians and bicyclists in the adjacent residential neighborhoods.Prior to
conducting any analysis,we will review our trip generation with the project team and the City to ensure
accuracy for the traffic analysis.
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If a skate park is proposed at a later stage,Arch Beach Consulting will research skate park trip rates from
previously approved facilities,and include those in the trip generation analysis.
Intersection Level of Service Analysis.Intersection analysis and impact threshold determination will be
performed according to City requirements.Per consultation with the City Traffic Engineer on other recent
projects,the County of Los Angeles,Traffic Impact Analysis Report Guidelines (1997)was used for TIAs
previously prepared in the City.Analysis of the unsignalized intersection of Hawthorne
Boulevard/Locklenna Drive will be based on the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM)methodology.The
assessment of intersection conditions addresses levels of service (LOS),in terms of control delay values.
The TRAFFIX level of service software package will be used to determine intersection LOS.For any
impact found to be significant we will determine the traffic contribution from the proposed project.The
thresholds to be used for significance criteria will be consistent with City guidelines.
Site Plan,Circulation,and Parking.The current site plan will be reviewed with respect to on-site circulation
and driveway ingress and egress.The site plan will also be evaluated for conformity with local and County
standards,emergency vehicle access,and on-site circulation.A driveway sight distance analysis will be
prepared per the Caltrans Highway Design Manual (HOM)for the proposed driveway on Locklenna Drive.
Improvements to the site plan will be recommended during the concept design phase as appropriate.
Arch Beach Consulting will review the preliminary traffic study prepared for the Lower Hesse Park
neighborhood (to be provided by the City),and assess the project's potential impacts to neighborhood
traffic circulation.According to the RFP,this preliminary study analyzes existing traffic conditions and
accounts for access and circulation along Locklenna Drive,Verde Ridge Road,and Hawthorne Boulevard.
Traffic calming measures have been recommended in the preliminary analysis.These measures and other
recommendations will be evaluated and included in the traffic/circulation study for the IS/MND as
appropriate.
Arch Beach Consulting will also review the preliminary parking analysis prepared for the project (to be
provided by the City),and assess the project's potential parking impacts.The parking analysis will
determine whether there would adequate on-site parking for both typical and special event uses.The
parking analysis will also determine whether parking demand would spill-over into the adjacent
neighborhood,particularly along Locklenna Drive.
Transit,Bicycle/Pedestrian,and Equestrian Impact Analysis.Arch Beach Consulting will evaluate the
potential additional transit use resulting from the proposed project (if any),consistent with City and the Los
Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)standards.A qualitative bicycle/pedestrian
and equestrian impact analysis will also be included in the study that will focus on safety,access,
amenities,and consistency with any existing City and County policies.
3:Traffic/Circulation Study Document
Prior to its use in the IS/MND,Arch Beach Consulting will prepare one draft study that includes work
assumptions,analysis procedures,findings,graphics,impacts,and recommendations for review by the
project team.Arch Beach Consulting will respond to one set of consolidated comments on the draft study.
The text,graphics,and analysis will be modified as needed.Arch Beach Consulting will proceed with
additional non-scoped work items only after receiving written authorization (if required).Upon receipt of
comments on the draft study,Arch Beach Consulting will prepare a final study that incorporates comments
from the project team for inclusion in the IS/MND.
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4:Meetings
Arch Beach Consulting has budgeted for two (2)meetings with the Project Development Team,City or
agency staff.Some of these meetings may also include a City Council Hearing.Additional meetings will
be considered out-of-scope work that can be arranged on a time-and-materials basis through a contract
amendment.
2(d)Photo View Simulations
Willdan will prepare two (2)photo view simulations of the proposed park improvements.This task consists
of:coordinating with staff to determine the desired view points;photographing the site;reviewing project
plans;and preparing draft and final versions of the photo view simulations.Willdan would be available to
prepare additional photo view simulations for an additional fee mutually agreeable to the City and Willdan.
2(e)California Coastal Gnatcatcher Surveys
AMEC Earth &Environmental Inc.(AMEC)will perform focused surveys for the California Gnatcatcher
(CAGN)on areas identified during AMEC's initial field investigation.It is our understanding that the site is
located in a Natural Communities Conservation Planning (NCCP)area.Thus,the proposed surveys will be
conducted using survey protocol guidelines issued by the U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)for
NCCP areas.All surveys shall be completed by a permitted biologist.The CAGN survey protocol for
NCCP areas requires three (3)visits one week apart between February 15 and August 30.Surveys will
only be performed at a time of day or during weather in which CAGN are likely to be detectable.Surveys
will begin no later than one hour following sunrise,and will cease prior to 11 :00 a.m.No surveys will be
conducted during very cold or very hot temperatures,nor during winds exceeding approximately 10 mph.
Taped recordings of the calls of the CAGN will be played at regular intervals during the surveys.
AMEC will prepare a focused survey report and supporting documentation.The supporting documentation
will include a comprehensive species list,photographic figures,and site map.One revision to the draft
report is included in this scope of services.A draft report will be furnished for review no later than 28 days
after the survey is completed and will be submitted to the USFWS 45 days after the last survey.AMEC's
report will discuss the methodologies used,results,and conclusions of the focused survey as specified by
protocol.Maps included in the report will show the project vicinity,location,any suitable habitat for the
CAGN,and locations of sightings detected during field surveys.
Task 3 Initial Stud and Pro osed Miti ated Ne ative Declaration
3(a)Screencheck Draft Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
Using the City's CEQA Environmental Checklist Form,Willdan will prepare an Screencheck Draft Initial
Study and proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND)for review by City staff.The evaluation will
include explanations of environmental impacts,which may be termed potentially significant,potentially
significant unless mitigated,less than significant,or non-existent.
Deliverables:
•Five (5)printed copies and an electronic copy of the Screencheck ISIMND to the City.
3(b)Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
After receiving the City's comments on the Screencheck Draft IS/MND and making the appropriate
changes,Willdan will prepare a final version of the IS/MND.
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Deliverables:
•Ten (70)printed copies and an electronic copy of the final version ofthe IS/MND to the City.
3(c)Public Notification and Circulation of the Document
Willdan will assist the City in circulating the environmental document for public review.For this task,
Willdan will submit fifteen (15)paper copies and one (1)electronic copy of the document to the State
Clearinghouse (if required)along with a Notice of Completion (State Clearinghouse Transmittal Form).
Willdan will also prepare a Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND for the City to publish,distribute,and post with
the County Clerk.
Deliverables:
•Fifteen (15)paper copies and one (1)electronic copy of the IS/MND to the State Clearinghouse.
•One (7)electronic version of the Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND for the City to distribute,publish,and
post on the City's website.
•Filing ofthe Intent to Adopt an MND with the County Clerk.
•Mailing ofup to fifty (50)copies of the Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND.
Task 4 Ado tion Process
4(a)Responses to Comments
CEQA does not require a Lead Agency to prepare formal responses to comments on an ND/MND.
Nonetheless,upon the City's request Willdan will prepare responses to comments on any environmental
issues raised during the public review period.An administrative version of the responses to comments will
be submitted to the City for review and comment.After receiving the City's comments,and making the
appropriate changes,Willdan will submit a final version of the responses to comments to the City.
Deliverables:
•20 hours of professional staff time for preparing responses to comments.
4(b)Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
If mitigation measures are required,a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program must be completed
prior to adoption of the MND.It may be included in the MND or take the form of a separate document,
which need not be circulated to the pUblic.Willdan will prepare and submit an administrative version of the
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program to the City for review and comment.After receiving the City's
comments and making the appropriate changes,Willdan will submit the final Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program to the City.
Deliverables:
•Draft and final versions of the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program will be submitted to the City
electronically.
4(c)Attendance at a Public Scoping Meeting and a City Council Meeting
All key members of the Willdan team will be available to attend public meetings on the project,which are
anticipated to include one public scoping meeting and one City Council meeting.
Deliverables:
•Attendance of Willdan's Project Manager and key personnel at two (2)public meetings.
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4(d)Notice of Determination
Willdan will prepare a Notice of Determination (NOD)in accordance with Section 15094 of the State CEQA
Guidelines for the City to file with the County Clerk.Willdan recommends the City file the NOD within five
(5)days of adopting the MND to establish a 3D-day Statute of Limitations.
Deliverables:
•Willdan will submit the Notice of Determination to the City electronically.
o tiona I Task:Cultural Resources Assessment
Upon request,McKenna et al.(McKenna)would be available to conduct a cultural resources assessment of
the project site.Lower Hesse Park is the southern extent of Upper Hesse Park and consists of
approximately 18 acres of relatively undisturbed land adjacent to the existing recreational complex and
residential properties.The property exhibits some minor improvements (trails,parking,and some minor
park-related features).The property has been disked (weed abatement)and has a small drainage
bisecting the property.Located in the southern portion of Rancho Palos Verdes,this area is considered
sensitive for the presence of archaeological and paleontological resources.
The tasks involved in conducting a cultural resources assessment of the Lower Hesse Park site are
described below.
1:Standard Archaeological Records Search:McKenna will complete a standard archaeological records
search for the site.This research will be completed at the CalState Fullerton,South Central Coastal
Information Center,Fullerton,CA.McKenna will review previously completed reports and obtain copies of
pertinent cultural resource records.McKenna et al.will also review the historic maps for the area.This
level of research will be used to assess the project area for buried cultural resource sensitivity.
2:Historic Background Research:McKenna has completed other projects within Rancho Palos Verdes and
in nearby Rolling Hills Estates,Lomita,and Torrance.McKenna et al.will use previously compiled historic
data and will supplement this data with project specific research through the Los Angeles County Archives
in Norwalk and the County Assessor data files.McKenna will also review historic aerial photographs and
compile information on file at the local historical society and/or library(ies).
3:Native American Consultation:McKenna will contact the Native American Heritage Commission,
Sacramento,and inquire into their records on sacred or religious site locations.McKenna will also use the
Commission's listing of local Native American representatives to contact individuals wishing knowledge of
projects and/or wishing to provide additional data.
4:Paleontological Overview:McKenna has a standard paleontological overview in-house that can be used
in addressing these properties.
5:Field Survey:McKenna will complete a field survey of the property to obtain current property
descriptions,conditions,and photo-document the area.McKenna will conduct an intensive field survey to
identify and document any evidence of prehistoric,historic,or paleontological resources.The collected
field data will be used to complete the preliminary evaluation of any identified resources and the required
preparation of California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR)523 forms.
6:Analysis and Report Preparation:McKenna will prepare a technical report in a format consistent with
state (Office of Historic Preservation)data requirements.In this case the Archaeological Resource
Management Report (ARMR)guidelines will be followed and all data required for studies in Los Angeles
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County will be included.The cultural reports will be completed for CEQA compliance.As such,identified
resources will be formally recorded on the appropriate DPR 523 forms,as required,and the evaluation will
be based on the CEQA criteria for significance or recognition.McKenna will also apply local (City)level
criteria,as applicable.
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Cost Estimate
We are committed to negotiating a fee that is mutually agreeable to the City and Willdan.Our proposed
cost estimates for the two projects are presented on the following pages.These cost estimates identify the
anticipated fee per task,along with identifying the person-hours and expenses anticipated per task.This
"menu"of tasks/fees allows the City to eliminate tasks that the City feels are unnecessary.We are open to
any suggestions that the City may have to reduce our fees to meet the City's needs.
Please note the following regarding our proposed cost estimates:
•Willdan's key employees are offered to the City at discounted rates.Notably,Willdan's Project
Manager is offered to the City at a special rate of $125 per hour.
•The proposed fee assumes one round of City review of administrative draft versions of the
environmental documents,and we have included 24 hours of professional Willdan staff time for
responding to City comments and transforming each of the administrative draft documents into final
versions.
•If multiple administrative reviews of the environmental documents are requested by the City,additional
Willdan staff time will be necessary.If such a scenario arises,Willdan will notify the City before
exceeding the established budget and will work with the City to obtain a mutually agreeable budget
augmentation.
•The proposed fee assumes a reasonable amount of comments will be received on the draft CEQA
documents,considering the type of project and the anticipated level of community involvement.As
such,we have budgeted up to 20 hours of professional Willdan staff time in preparing responses to
comments for each project.However,if a large number of comments are received,or if uniquely
substantive comments are submitted,additional staff time could be necessary.If such a scenario
arises,Willdan will notify the City before exceeding the established budget and would work with the
City to obtain a mutually agreeable budget augmentation.
•Optional tasks and their corresponding fees are not included in cost totals.
•The proposed fee assumes the Project Description will not substantially change during the course of
work.If the Project Description changes during the course of work,additional Willdan staff time may be
necessary to adjust the CEQA document and technical studies accordingly.If such a scenario arises,
Willdan will notify the City before exceeding the established bUdget and would work with the City to
obtain a mutually agreeable budget augmentation.
•Reimbursable items,including subconsultant costs,will be billed with a 10%mark-up.
•Any technical studies required to prepare the projects'CEQA documentation other than those
specifically identified in our proposed scope of work are assumed to be outside the scope of this
proposal.At the City's request,Willdan will be available to prepare any additional technical studies per
the mutual agreement of the City and Willdan.
•Willdan assumes that the project site will be accessible to any field investigation personnel executing
the tasks identified in this proposal and that repeat site visits will not be necessary due to inaccessible
areas.
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Schedule
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Our proposed schedules for the environmental documents are presented on the following page.Our
schedules reflect the project schedules identified in the RFP,which we believe are reasonable.We
understand the importance of completing the projects'CEQA processes in a timely manner and the Willdan
team is committed to meeting any reasonable schedule the City desires.
The Willdan team offers the following strategies to prevent delays and expedite the CEQA process:
•Our team includes firms and individuals with existing knowledge and baseline information that allow us
to hit the ground running.
•We are prepared to initiate biological resource surveys immediately upon authorization to ensure
surveys are conducted at the appropriate time of year.
•We are prepared to initiate traffic counts immediately upon authorization to ensure counts are taken
while school is in session.
•MGA will coordinate early and often with Arch Beach Consulting to obtain the needed traffic data for
the noise investigations.
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