CC SR 20251007 H - Measure A Grants Open Space
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 10/07/2025
AGENDA REPORT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Calendar
AGENDA TITLE:
Consider authorizing the submittal of two grant applications for the L.A. County Regional
Park and Open Space District Competitive Measure A Grant Program.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 2025-__, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF
THE MEASURE A NATURAL LANDS, LOCAL BEACHES, WATER
CONSERVATION & PROTECTION COMPETITIVE GRANT PROGRAM
APPLICATION FOR HABITAT RESTORATION AND TRAIL REPAIRS IN THE
PALOS VERDES NATURE PRESERVE IN THE AMOUNT OF $1.61 MILLION”;
and,
2) Adopt Resolution No. 2025-__, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF
THE MEASURE A PLANNING AND DESIGN COMPETITIVE GRANT PROGRAM
APPLICATION FOR THE PLANNING AND DESIGN OF THE THREE SISTERS-
FILIORUM CONNECTOR TRAIL AND BRIDGE PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF
$500,000”
FISCAL IMPACT: The City contracts with Blais and Associates (B&A) to provide grant
management and application services, as needed. Given this, the
City has requested B&A to prepare and submit the two grant
applications on the City’s behalf. The cost to do so is $17,255 which
is included in the Fiscal (FY) 2025-26 operating budget for grant
consulting services. The current contract is not to exceed $100,000.
For the grant applications, if awarded, Staff will present separate staff
reports for City Council consideration to accept the grant and its
terms and restrictions, and appropriate the grant revenues. VR
Amount Budgeted: $100,000
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): 101-400-2999-5101 VR
(General Fund/Non-Departmental/Prof & Tech)
ORIGINATED BY: Katie Lozano, Open Space and Trails Manager
Eric Wolterding, Administrative Analyst
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REVIEWED BY: Dan Trautner, Director of Recreation and Parks
APPROVED BY: Ara Mihranian, AICP, City Manager
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A. Resolution No. 2025-___ Authorizing Submittal of a LA County RPOSD Grant
Application for Habitat Restoration and Multiuse Trail Improvements (page A-
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B. Resolution No. 2025- Authorizing Submittal of a LA County RPOSD Grant
Application for a Connector Trail and Bridge (Page B-1)
C. Two Measure A Grants Program Applications (page C-1)
D. Blais & Associates Proposals for Preparation of two LA County RPOSD
Competitive Measure A Grants
BACKGROUND:
The Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) is responsible
for implementing and administering the Los Angeles County Safe, Clean Neighborhood
Parks and Beaches Measure of 2016 (Measure A). Seventy -five percent of Los Angeles
County voters approved Measure A in November 2016, which authorizes dedicated local
funding for park, recreation, and open space projects and their maintenance through an
annual special tax on all taxable real property in the County. Measure A is a parcel tax
based on the square footage of improved property and includes both formula -based
funding allocations to Study Areas and competitive grants that are open to eligible public
entities, non-profit organizations, schools, and other eligible entities . The tax does not
have a sunset date.
Measure A makes funding available to eligible recipients for projects that repair and
upgrade parks and recreational facilities; create new parks; preserve and protect open
spaces and beaches; and support recreational programming. Staff are specifically
proposing for the City to apply for two Measure A Grants:
1. Natural Lands, Local Beaches, Water Conservation and Protection Grant for
habitat restoration and trail repairs within landslide impacted areas of the Palos
Verdes Nature Preserve (Preserve); and
2. Planning and Design Grant to create plans for developing plans for a connector
bridge and trail segment project to connect the Three Sisters and Filiorum
Reserves.
Both grant applications are due by October 30, 2025.
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DISCUSSION:
1. Natural Lands, Local Beaches, and Water Conservation & Protection
Competitive Grant Application
Staff proposes to apply for this Grant in the amount of $1.61 million to restore habitat and
repair trails in and adjacent to areas impacted by landslide remediation efforts. Since the
Greater Portuguese Bend Landslide Complex (Landslide Complex) experienced a
significant increase in movement as a result of the 2023 and 2024 winter storms, 16 miles
of the 33-mile Preserve trail system have been closed due to landslide-related damage
and impacts from landslide remediation efforts; furthermore, several acres of habitat have
also been impacted.
Staff are working closely with the City Geologist to reopen 4.5 miles of trails within the
upper area over the next three months. In order to determine if a trail is safe to open for
public access, staff and the City Geologist are considering land movement rates in the
vicinity of the trail and damage that is occurring on or near the trail. The trails proposed
for reopening are in stable areas not currently experiencing significant land movement
and were not originally closed due to damage caused directly by land movement, but
rather close proximity to more actively moving areas and areas of active landslide
remediation and utility repair and improvement projects. All things considered, public
safety is the number one factor when determining if a landslide impacted trail can be
reopened for public use. Staff is also continuously coordinating with the Palos Verdes
Peninsula Land Conservancy (Land Conservancy), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
(USFWS), and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to track impacts to
habitat and find ways to restore lost habitat and impacts on sensitive and endangered
species that depend on that habitat.
The City and Land Conservancy, in coordination with the City Geologist, USFWS, and
CDFW have created a project to restore 25 acres of habitat within the landslide impacted
areas that utilize a broadcast seeding approach. The proposed scope of work is designed
to target open space areas in the Preserve that have not previously been restored with
an approach to restoration focused on seeding quickly and widely, with limited or no
access to supplemental watering sources and irrigation. The Land Conservancy issued a
preliminary project plan highlighting a total of 25 acres of restoration divided into phases
located within the Filiorum, Lower Filiorum, and Lay Reserves.
A secondary component of this grant project includes improvements to trails in the vicinity
of the restoration work. Staff propose to improve approximately five miles of previously
closed trails utilizing assistance from the California Conservation Corps, Volunteer Trail
Crew, and City Open Space and Trails Division staff. The trail work includes
improvements, repairs, and reroutes of trails in the Filiorum and Portuguese Bend
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Reserves with the goal of reestablishing trail connectivity that has been fractured by the
landslide.
With an estimated cost of $60,000 per acre of the proposed seed and rainwater focused
restoration, combined with the proposed trail repairs, the total grant amount requested is
$1.61 million.
2. Planning & Design Competitive Grant Program
Staff proposes applying for a $500,000 Measure A Planning & Design Competitive Grant
for the planning and design of a trail and bridge project connecting the Filiorum Reserve
to the Three Sisters Reserve. This trail is an approved trail in the City Council, USFWS,
and CDFW-approved Public Use Master Plan (PUMP) and Preserve Trails Plan (PTP)
for the Preserve. The purpose of the Connector Trail is to connect the multi-use Pony
Trail within the Filiorum Reserve with the multi-use Barkentine Trail within the Three
Sisters Reserve to provide seamless access throughout the overall Preserve. The reason
the connector trail remains unbuilt is that it involves a steep and complex canyon crossing,
and the only feasible crossing over this canyon is with a costly bridge. The Connector
Trail location is depicted below in the trail map excerpt.
While the Connector Trail has always been a high priority due to how much it enhances
connectivity within the core Reserve properties, its need is exacerbated by the recent
closures of approximately 9 miles of trails impacted by land movement in the immediate
area. Creating this connector trail will greatly enhance user experience and connectivity
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throughout the Forrestal, upper Portuguese Bend, upper Filiorum, and Three Sisters
Reserves.
The grant project and application for $500,000 will be used to create plans and designs
for the trail and bridge including:
• Schematic design and design development
• Preparation of construction documents and permitting
• Feasibility and technical assessments, including geotechnical and hydrology
assessments
• Site planning and cost estimation
If awarded, the Measure A grant funds will be used to plan and design shovel ready
construction plans for this Connector Trail and Bridge project. Once shovel ready plans
are completed, Staff will pursue additional grant funds, such as the Measure A program,
to fund construction in future years.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Grant Application Preparation and Submittal
The City has an existing professional services agreement with B&A to monitor, prepare,
and submit grant applications, as needed and with the City’s approval. Accordingly, B&A
will be assisting in preparing and submitting the grant applications and supporting
documents for the two Measure A Grants. Due to the competitive nature of the grant,
Staff believes that B&A’s grant writing skills will enhance the City’s chances of obtaining
these grants. The cost to prepare and submit the two grant applications is $17,255 which
is budgeted in FY 2025-26 (Attachment D).
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommend that the City Council adopt the attached Resolutions (Attachments A
and B) authorizing the submittal of the two Measure A Grant applications (Attachment C)
including the Natural Lands, Local Beaches, and Water Conservation & Protection
Competitive Grant in the amount of $1.61 million and the Planning & Design Competitive
Grant in the amount of $500,000.
ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to the Staff recommendation, the following alternative actions are available for
the City Council’s consideration:
1. Direct Staff to modify one or both applications before submitting.
2. Direct Staff not to proceed with one or both applications.
3. Take other action, as deemed appropriate.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO PALOS VERDES AUTHORIZING THE
SUBMITTAL OF THE MEASURE A NATURAL LANDS,
LOCAL BEACHES, WATER CONSERVATION &
PROTECTION COMPETITIVE GRANT PROGRAM
APPLICATION FOR HABITAT RESTORATION AND TRAIL
REPAIRS IN THE PALOS VERDES NATURE PRESERVE IN
THE AMOUNT OF $1.61 MILLION.
WHEREAS, the voters of the County of Los Angeles on November 8, 2016,
approved the Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks, Open Space Beaches, Rivers
Protection, and Water Conservation Measure (Measure A); and
WHEREAS, Measure A also designated the Los Angeles County Regional Park
and Open Space District (the District) to administer said funds; and
WHEREAS, the District has set forth the necessary policies and procedures
governing the application for grant funds under Measure A; and
WHEREAS, the District’s policies and procedures require the governing body of
the City of Rancho Palos Verdes (City) to approve of the filing of an application before
submission of said application to the District; and
WHEREAS, said application contains assurances that the City must comply with;
and
WHEREAS, The City will enter into Agreement with the District to provide funds
for acquisition projects, development projects, and/or programs; and
WHEREAS, the City, as applicant, will coordinate grant project work in coordination
with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (Land Conservancy) pursuant to the
Natural Communities Conservation Plan/Habitat Conservation Plan (NCCP/HCP) and
City-Land Conservancy Management Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES
DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE, AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Approves the filing of an application with the Los Angeles County Regional
Park and Open Space District for Measure A Funds for the above -named project or
program; and
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Section 2. Certifies that the City understands the assurances and will comply with the
assurances in the application form; and
Section 3. Appoints the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, and to
execute and submit all documents including, but not limited to, applications, agreements,
amendments, payment requests and so forth, which may be necessary for the completion
of projects or programs.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October, 2025.
_____________________
David L. Bradley, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Teresa Takaoka, City Clerk
State of California )
County of Los Angeles )ss
City of Rancho Palos Verdes )
I, TERESA TAKAOKA, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, hereby certify that
the above Resolution No. 2025-___ was duly and regularly passed and adopted by the
said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on October 7, 2025.
_______________________________
Teresa Takaoka, City Clerk
Resolution No. 2025-___
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-_____
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO PALOS VERDES AUTHORIZING THE
SUBMITTAL OF THE MEASURE A PLANNING AND
DESIGN COMPETITIVE GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION
FOR THE PLANNING AND DESIGN OF THE THREE
SISTERS-FILIORUM CONNECTOR TRAIL AND BRIDGE IN
THE AMOUNT OF $500,000.
WHEREAS, the voters of the County of Los Angeles on November 8, 2016,
approved the Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks, Open Space Beaches, Rivers
Protection, and Water Conservation Measure (Measure A); and
WHEREAS, Measure A also designated the Los Angeles County Regional Park
and Open Space District (the District) to administer said funds; and
WHEREAS, the District has set forth the necessary policies and procedures
governing the application for grant funds under Measure A; and
WHEREAS, the District’s policies and procedures require the governing body of
the City of Rancho Palos Verdes (City) to approve of the filing of an application before
submission of said application to the District; and
WHEREAS, said application contains assurances that the City must comply with;
and
WHEREAS, The City will enter into Agreement with the District to provide funds
for acquisition projects, development projects, and/or programs; and
WHEREAS, the City, as applicant, will coordinate grant project work in coordination
with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy (Land Conservancy) pursuant to the
Natural Communities Conservation Plan/Habitat Conservation Plan (NCCP/HCP) and
City-Land Conservancy Management Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES
DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE, AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Approves the filing of an application with the Los Angeles County Regional
Park and Open Space District for Measure A Funds for the above -named project or
program; and
Section 2. Certifies that the City understands the assurances and will comply with the
assurances in the application form; and
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Section 3. Appoints the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, and to
execute and submit all documents including, but not limited to, applications, agreements,
amendments, payment requests and so forth, which may be necessary for the completion
of projects or programs.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 7th day of October, 2025.
__________________________
David L. Bradley, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Teresa Takaoka, City Clerk
State of California )
County of Los Angeles )ss
City of Rancho Palos Verdes )
I, TERESA TAKAOKA, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, hereby certify that
the above Resolution No. 2025-___ was duly and regularly passed and adopted by the
said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on October 7, 2025.
_______________________________
Teresa Takaoka, City Clerk
Resolution No. 2025-___
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Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District
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APPLICATION QUESTIONS AND REQUIRED SUPPORT DOCUMENTS
Planning and Design
Application Questions and Required Support Documents
1. What specific planning and design activities will be funded by this grant?
Check all that apply:
Conceptual or schematic design
Design development or construction documents
CEQA analysis or documentation
Site feasibility or technical assessments
Permitting
Community engagement related to design
Other (please describe): __________
2. What Category is this application for?
Natural Lands, Local Beaches, Water Conservation & Protection (Category 3)
Regional Recreation, Multi-use Trails & Accessibility (Category 4)
3. Describe the scope of work funded by Measure A. (500 words maximum)
• Be specific. Use bullet points for clarity.
• Clearly define activities and deliverables of Measure A-funded scope.
• If this is part of a larger effort, explain the direct benefits of Measure A funding.
• Include what the work will produce (e.g., 50% construction documents, Hydrology
study).
• Describe how this planning phase will enable a larger future Measure A eligible
development project.
4. Provide a project timeline (with milestones) and be specific on what Measure A will
fund.
5. Provide a project budget.
• Clearly identify costs covered by Measure A funding request and any additional
funding sources required for project completion.
• Identify if additional funding sources are secured or identified.
• List contingency assumptions if applicable.
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APPLICATION QUESTIONS AND REQUIRED SUPPORT DOCUMENTS
6. What is the CEQA status of the work funded by this grant?
Completed (upload documentation)
Not required (provide justification, 100 words maximum)
To be completed with this grant
7. Describe site control for the proposed project.
Property Owner
Letter of intent, draft agreement, or executed agreement that is consistent with the
requirements for site control as defined in the Guidelines.
Narrative: Explain how long-term public access will be secured (max 200 words).
Upload required:
• Proof of site control
8. Are there known site constraints (e.g. contamination, topography)? Are there known
site constraints that may affect project implementation (e.g., contamination,
permitting, topography)?
Yes – Describe constraints and your mitigation plan (500 words maximum)
No – Due diligence has been performed and no major constraints exist. Describe
what due diligence was performed (500 words maximum)
Unknown – Site not yet fully assessed. Describe your plan to characterize and
address (500 words maximum)
9. Describe how funding the proposed work will make the project more competitive for
Measure A development funds or other capital funding in the future? (500 words
maximum)
10. What community engagement has occurred for this project to date? Describe
methods, number and type of participants, and how prior input has informed the
project. (Prior support documents may be submitted) (500 words maximum)
11. What community engagement will occur as part of this grant? (500 words maximum)
12. Are you partnering with any community-based organizations (CBOs) or stakeholder
groups?
Yes (Name and describe role(s))
No
13. Who will manage this project? Provide names, roles, and relevant experience of key
staff or consultants. (Max 500 words)
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APPLICATION QUESTIONS AND REQUIRED SUPPORT DOCUMENTS
14. Describe your project delivery approach. (500 words maximum)
• How will you procure, oversee, and track the work?
• Include fiscal and quality control procedures.
15. Describe your past experience delivering similar planning or technical projects
funded by public grants. (500 words maximum)
16. Is the project site located in a High or Very High Need Study Area? Provide address
and APN, if possible.
Very High Need
High Need
No
If not, will the project meaningfully benefit High/Very High Need residents?
Explain (500 words maximum) including partnerships, visitation patterns, and
outreach strategies.
Location (100 words maximum):
17. Check the applicable indicators based on PNA+ Map Viewer for either Regional
Recreation Need for Rural Recreation Need:
1 indicator
2 indicators
3+ indicators
Upload required:
• PNA+ screenshot.
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APPLICATION QUESTIONS AND REQUIRED SUPPORT DOCUMENTS
Category 3 - Natural Lands, Local Beaches, Water
Conservation and Protection Competitive Grant Program
Application Questions and Required Support Documents
1. Describe the specific scope of work that Measure A will fund. (500 words maximum)
• Be specific. Use bullet points for clarity.
• Clearly define activities and deliverables of Measure A-funded scope.
• If this is part of a larger effort, explain the direct benefits of Measure A funding.
Upload required:
• Boundary map for the Measure A-funded scope
2. Describe the Category 3 benefits directly attributable to this funding. Do not include
scope elements that are not directly a result of Measure A funds. (500 words
maximum)
• What environmental or community outcomes will result from this grant scope?
• What multi-benefit outcomes the project will deliver (e.g., water quality
improvement, heat mitigation, community health).
• Include quantitative or descriptive metrics (e.g., number of trees, acres restored,
number of residents gaining access).
3. Describe the shovel readiness of the project. (250 words maximum)
Upload required:
• Construction drawings showing at least 50% design completion (or comparable
evidence of shovel-readiness)
4. Provide a detailed project timeline, including major milestones such as when
construction will begin and when the project will open to the public.
5. Provide a project budget.
• Clearly identify costs covered by Measure A funding request and any additional
funding sources required for project completion.
• Identify if additional funding sources are secured or identified.
• List contingency assumptions if applicable.
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APPLICATION QUESTIONS AND REQUIRED SUPPORT DOCUMENTS
6. What is the CEQA status of this project?
Complete – CEQA documentation uploaded
Categorically exempt – Upload explanation and exemption type (500 words
maximum)
Not complete – Upload CEQA schedule and responsible party
Upload required:
• CEQA documentation or exemption
7. What is the current land tenure status of the project site?
Property Owner
Executed agreement between applicant and property owner, consistent with the
requirements for Site Control as defined in the Guidelines
Public agency sponsored development that is consistent with the requirements for
site control as defined in the Guidelines
Narrative (max 200 words): Explain how long-term public access will be secured
and maintained.
Upload required:
• Proof of site control
8. Are there known site constraints that may affect project implementation (e.g.,
contamination, permitting, topography)?
Yes – Describe constraints and your mitigation plan (500 words maximum)
No – Due diligence has been performed and no major constraints exist. Explain
what due diligence was performed (500 words maximum)
Unknown – Site not yet fully assessed. Describe your plan to characterize and
address (500 words maximum)
9. Describe how Measure A funding would advance or unlock larger project phases or
plans. (500 words maximum)
• Include examples of how it complements existing regional, watershed, or
conservation plans.
• Explain why now is the right time to fund this project.
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APPLICATION QUESTIONS AND REQUIRED SUPPORT DOCUMENTS
10. What community engagement has occurred for this project? (500 words maximum)
• Summarize outreach conducted to date.
• Include methods used, demographics or populations engaged, and how input has
shaped the project.
Optional upload: Community engagement summary, meeting materials
11. Are you partnering with any community-based organizations (CBOs) or stakeholder
groups?
Yes (Name and describe role(s))
No
12. Who will manage this project? Provide names, roles, and relevant experience of
key staff or consultants. (500 words maximum)
13. Describe your project delivery approach. (500 words maximum)
• How will you procure, oversee, and track the work?
• Include fiscal and quality control procedures.
14. Describe your past experience delivering similar development projects, especially
those funded by public or environmental grant programs. (500 words maximum)
15. Is the project site located in a High or Very High Need Study Area as determined by
Parks Needs Assessment? Provide address and APN, if possible.
Very High Need
High Need
No
If not, will the project meaningfully benefit High/Very High Need residents?
Explain (500 words maximum) including partnerships, visitation patterns, and
outreach strategies.
Location (100 words maximum):
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APPLICATION QUESTIONS AND REQUIRED SUPPORT DOCUMENTS
16. Check the applicable indicators based on PNA+ Map Viewer for either Regional
Recreation Need for Rural Recreation Need:
1 indicator
2 indicators
3+ indicators
Upload required:
• PNA+ screenshot.
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Quote Prepared By:
Natale Lessey
949-589-6338
operations@blaisassoc.com
www.blaisassoc.com
Client Name
Client Contact(s)
Grant Program
Project Due
Project Name
Date Prepared
Project Cost
$8,555
$0
$0
$0
$0
$8,555
Activity
Project Quote
September 26, 2025
$8,555
City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Daniel Trautner, Director of Recreation and Parks
LA County Competitive Grant Program (Category 3)
October 30, 2025
Restoration and Trail Improvements
Preparatory work including reviewing guidelines and application materials; developing timeline & checklist; hosting a kick-off
conference call with client; attending to follow-up action items from kick-off call; preparing internal e-file system.
Project Narrative (Scope of Work, Benefits, Site Control, CEQA, Constraints, Community Engagement, Delivery Approach,
Project Management, Experience)
Compile Site Information (Assessor's Parcel Map, Proof of Site Control)
Develop Boundary Map
Construction Drawings at 50%
Timeline
Direct Costs
Conference calls and client coordination. Provide 80% draft and 100% final to client for review. Incorporate up to two sets of
written client feedback and comments. Prepare final files for Client's permanent record keeping. Submit application online via
GMS.
Resolution (must submit proof of jurisdictional support)
Develop Project Budget with documentation of matching funds
PNA+ Screenshot
CEQA
SUBTOTAL
SUBTOTAL
Final Files (link)
Reproduction for hard copy (not applicable)
Express Delivery mail or courier services (not applicable)
GRAND TOTAL
RPV: LA County Competitive Grant Program 1 of 2
Quote Prepared By:
Natale Lessey
949-589-6338
operations@blaisassoc.com
www.blaisassoc.com
Signature Approving Costs and Authorizing Notice to Proceed Date
Printed Name
Please note that this quote is fixed fee for service based on current conditions and understandings. Many factors may change
during the development of a project, including Client requests, that may increase the amount of work required to successfully
perform services. During the course of work, if there is a material change in scope, B&A will notify the point of contact and
mutually agree to a change order or discuss alternatives.
By signing this quote, the Client agrees to:
- Provide requested information prior to stipulated deadline, dates to be jointly agreed upon and incorporated into the Timeline
and Checklist.
- Attend all scheduled calls and be available for ad-hoc calls, as needed.
- Respond to inquiries from the B&A team within one business day.
- Assign a person to be B&A's main point of contact throughout the duration of the project.
Notes and Assumptions
1) To best serve you, B&A has reserved staff time for this project until the response date requested in the transmittal e-mail.
5) Resolution: Not required; however, must submit proof of jurisdictional support to apply, accept, Measure A funds.
3) Minimum funding: Planning and Demonstration Grants: $500,000
2) Maximum funding: Planning and Demonstration Grants: $4 million
4) Match: Not required. Leverage of federal or state park, conservation, water, or climate funding programs is strongly
encouraged.
RPV: LA County Competitive Grant Program 2 of 2
Quote Prepared By:
Natale Lessey
949-589-6338
operations@blaisassoc.com
www.blaisassoc.com
Client Name
Client Contact(s)
Grant Program
Project Due
Project Name
Date Prepared
Project Cost
$8,700
$0
$0
$0
$0
$8,700
Activity
Project Quote
September 26, 2025
$8,700
City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Daniel Trautner, Director of Recreation and Parks
LA County Competitive Grant Program (Planning)
October 30, 2025
Connecting Two Preserves with Pedestrian Bridge
Preparatory work including reviewing guidelines and application materials; developing timeline & checklist; hosting a kick-off
conference call with client; attending to follow-up action items from kick-off call; preparing internal e-file system.
Project Narrative (Project Description, CEQA, Community Engagement, Project Management, Experience)
Compile Site Information (Assessor's Parcel Map, Proof of Site Control)
Conference calls and client coordination. Provide 80% draft and 100% final to client for review. Incorporate up to two sets of
written client feedback and comments. Prepare final files for Client's permanent record keeping. Submit application online via
GMS.
Resolution (must submit proof of jurisdictional support)
Develop Project Budget with documentation of matching funds
PNA+ Screenshot
Project Schedule
Direct Costs
SUBTOTAL
SUBTOTAL
Final Files (link)
Reproduction for hard copy (not applicable)
Express Delivery mail or courier services (not applicable)
GRAND TOTAL
RPV: LA County Competitive Grant Program 1 of 2
Quote Prepared By:
Natale Lessey
949-589-6338
operations@blaisassoc.com
www.blaisassoc.com
Signature Approving Costs and Authorizing Notice to Proceed Date
Printed Name
Please note that this quote is fixed fee for service based on current conditions and understandings. Many factors may change
during the development of a project, including Client requests, that may increase the amount of work required to successfully
perform services. During the course of work, if there is a material change in scope, B&A will notify the point of contact and
mutually agree to a change order or discuss alternatives.
By signing this quote, the Client agrees to:
- Provide requested information prior to stipulated deadline, dates to be jointly agreed upon and incorporated into the Timeline
and Checklist.
- Attend all scheduled calls and be available for ad-hoc calls, as needed.
- Respond to inquiries from the B&A team within one business day.
- Assign a person to be B&A's main point of contact throughout the duration of the project.
Notes and Assumptions
1) To best serve you, B&A has reserved staff time for this project until the response date requested in the transmittal e-mail.
5) Resolution: Not required; however, must submit proof of jurisdictional support to apply, accept, Measure A funds.
3) Minimum funding: Planning and Demonstration Grants: $100,000
2) Maximum funding: Planning and Demonstration Grants: $500,000
4) Match: Not required. Leverage of federal or state park, conservation, water, or climate funding programs is strongly
encouraged.
RPV: LA County Competitive Grant Program 2 of 2