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CC - Item 4C - Selection of Professional Consulting Services for Focused General Plan UpdateROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: BEN KIM, CITY MANAGER V/1-- DATE: NOVEMBER 12, 2025 SUBJECT: SELECTION OF PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES FOR FOCUSED GENERAL PLAN UPDATE SUMMARY Over the last couple of years, the State has enacted new laws which would require local jurisdictions to update their General Plan Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety elements. In July, the City released a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking a team of experienced professionals to assist with the preparation of the Focused General Plan Update (project) to ensure the City's General Plan is in compliance with State laws. Through a detailed review of each proposal, Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Inc. (MIG) has been selected for recommendation to the City Council. DISCUSSION California law requires that General Plans be updated "periodically." However, aside from the Housing Element, which must be updated every eight years, there is no specific timeline for regular updates of other elements. The General Plan shall consist of a statement of development policies and include the following eight mandatory elements (land use, circulation, housing, conservation, open space, noise, safety, and environmental justice). The recent updates to State law, which are listed below, would require the City to complete a Focused General Plan Update to ensure our Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety elements align with State law. • Senate Bill (SB) 1425 — Mandates updates to the Resource Management Element to include plans for equitable access, climate resilience, and rewilding. • Assembly Bill (AB) 1889 — Mandates updates to the Resource Management Element to consider the effect of development within the jurisdiction on the movement of wildlife and habitat connectivity. AB 2684 — Mandates updates to the Public Safety Element to address the hazard of extreme heat. AGENDA ITEM 4.0 City Council Meeting November 12, 2025 Page 2 of 4 AB 98 — Mandates updates to the Circulation Element to identifying and establishing specific travel routes for the transport of goods, materials, or freight for storage, transfer, or redistribution to safely accommodate additional truck traffic and avoid residential areas and concentrations of sensitive receptors. Government Code Section 65302, subdivision (g)(3) — Mandates updates to the Public Safety Element requiring planning for Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones. On July 24, 2025, staff published RFP No. 2025-16 (Attachment "A") on the City's PlanetBids portal seeking submissions from a team of experienced professionals to assist with the project. The City received a total of five (5) proposals from the following firms. Details of each proposal are attached in Attachments `B" through "F". No. Firm Location Cost (With Optional Tasks Included 1 CASC Engineering and Consulting Glendora $310,994 2 De Novo Planning Group Tustin $128,700 3 Interwest Consulting Irvine $295,960 4 MIG Pasadena $305,788 5 RRM Design Group San Juan Capistrano $342,956 Following receipt of the submissions, staff from the Community Development Department undertook a thorough review and evaluation of each proposal. They were assessed and ranked based on their completeness considering the following criteria: Evaluation Criteria Max Points Experience and Qualifications 20 Capabilities and Approach 30 References and Past Performance 15 and Completeness 10 —Responsiveness Staffing Plan 10 Pricing and Cost Proposal 10 Community Benefit — Community Investment 1 Community Benefit — Local Engagement: 4 Total 100 City Council Meeting November 12, 2025 Page 3 of 4 /s� 0 10 o O tib Q t Rank Firm F.i4yQG � Q'QQ{ �y�Q�� Q�cSQ C� tn�eGGGG V&� Total 1 MIG 201 29 15 9 10 9 1 4 97 2 RRM 20 28 15 8 10 8 1 4 94 3 De Novo 20 25 15 8 10 7 0 0 85 4 Interwest 20 20 15 8 10 1 0 81 5 CASC 20 20 151 7 101 7 01 01 79 MIG submitted a complete and well -organized proposal that demonstrated a clear understanding of the project and an effective approach to its execution and was the most qualified firm for this project. The proposal also included detailed descriptions of their firm's relevant experience and qualifications, highlighting a project management team with extensive local knowledge and expertise in urban planning, as well as a strong commitment to community involvement. Clarifications were requested from MIG relating to translation, community outreach, and community benefit (local engagement) which were all included in their original proposal. An updated proposal clarifying the requested information was received on October 21, 2025 and is attached as Attachment "G". Notably, MIG was the only firm to propose a comprehensive set of additional updates to the City's General Plan to ensure consistency with current State law, while maintaining a cost-effective proposal. The firm also presented a unique and multifaceted approach to community engagement which include two on -the -go engagement booths at high attendance City events or a hands-on community planning workshop. Furthermore, reference checks yielded positive feedback regarding MIG's competence, responsiveness, and performance in providing similar services to other municipal agencies. MIG was founded in 1982 and provides services from offices throughout California, Colorado, New York, Oregon, Texas, and Washington. Their services include but are not limited to urban planning, design, management, and landscape architecture. The draft Professional Services Agreement has been included in this report as Attachment "H". STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement (including extensions) with MIG to assist with the preparation of a Focused General Plan Update in the amount not -to -exceed $336,367. City Council Meeting November 12, 2025 Page 4 of 4 FISCAL IMPACT The project cost, totaling $336,367 ($305,788 plus a 10% contingency), will be funded from the $350,000 that was allocated to the City's Community Development Department budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 for the Focused General Plan Update. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS This agenda item does not constitute a project under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), and it can be seen with certainty that it will have no impact on the environment. As such, this matter is exempt under CEQA. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT None. PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process. Prepared by: Annie Lao, Senior Planner Submitted by: ,-A -4, Lily Valenzuela, Director of Community Development Attachment A: Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 2025-16 Attachment B: Proposal from CASC Attachment C: Proposal from De Novo Attachment D: Proposal from Interwest Attachment E: Proposal from MIG Attachment F: Proposal from RRM Attachment G: Updated Proposal from MIG Attachment H: Draft Professional Services Agreement Attachment A Request for Proposals No. 2025-16 CITY OF ROSEMEAD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) NO. 2025-16 CITY OF ROSEMEAD — FOCUSED GENERAL PLAN UPDATE SUBMITTALS: Electronic proposal submittal through the City of Rosemead Vendor Portal hosted by PlanetBids at: https://pbsystem.planetbids.com/portal/54150/portal-home Proposals shall be submitted through the PlanetBids Vendor Portal no later than August 14, 2025, at 5:00 pm CONTACT PERSON: Annie Lao, Senior Planner City of Rosemead 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, California 91770 (626) 569-2144, alao(b-cityofrosemead.orq TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL, VENDORS MUST CREATE AN ACCOUNT ON PLANETBIDS OR LOG IN TO AN EXISTING ACCOUNT. PROPOSALS MUST BE RECEIVED ELECTRONICALLY VIA PLANETBIDS. PROPOSALS RECEIVED AFTER THE TIME AND DATE STATED ABOVE SHALL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please direct any questions or concerns regarding this RFP on the City's PlanetBids Vendor Portal. Answers to submitted questions will be posted on Planetbids. This RFP is posted on the City's website Vendor Portal Hosted by PlanetBids at: https://pbsystem. planetbids. com/porta 1/54150/portal-home Please review the requirements of the RFP and submit your proposal by the date specified. Issued by: Community Development Department — Planning Division, City of Rosemead RFP No. 2025-16 Page 1 CITY OF ROSEMEAD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR FOCUSED GENERAL PLAN UPDATE RFP NO. 2025-16 A. OBJECTIVE The City is seeking proposals from a team of professionals ("Consultant") that have extensive experience in preparing General Plans, who are interested in providing assistance with the preparation of developing a focused General Plan update to the City's Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements to comply with the requirements of Senate Bill (SB) 1425, Assembly Bill (AB) 1889, AB 2684, AB 98,Government Code Section 65302, subdivision (g)(3), which pertains to very high fire hazard severity zones, any other relevant updates not listed above, but required for General Plan compliance with State laws ("Project"). The Consultant must have a proven ability to assess a city's current conditions and knowledge of State and Federal regulations as it applies to the completion of General Plan updates and CEQA compliance. The selected Consultant will be tasked with leading the planning process, drafting the General Plan Amendments, conducting the required environmental review in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), coordinating the public outreach and adoption processes with the City, and creating a document for public distribution. B. BACKGROUND OF THE CITY The City of Rosemead is an urban suburb community within the San Gabriel Valley, located approximately 10 miles east from the Los Angeles downtown area. Its boundaries extend northward to the cities of Temple City and San Gabriel, westward to the City of Monterey Park, Alhambra, and unincorporated Los Angeles County, southward to the City of Montebello, and eastward to the cities of El Monte and South El Monte. The City encompasses an area of 5.2 square miles (2,344 acres). Rosemead is characterized as a working-class suburb with a diverse population composition. According to the 2021 Census, the city's population was reported at 50,245. C. AVAILABLE RESOURCES State law requires every general plan to have an open space element (Section 65302[e]) and a conservation element (Section 65302[d]). The open space and conservation elements complement one another due to the overlap in State requirements and the interrelationship of issues within each element. This is particularly true in Rosemead, which no longer has abundant open space and undeveloped natural resources. This circumstance emphasizes the importance of treating with care the City's remaining resources and open spaces. For these reasons, the Open Space and Conservation Elements have been combined into the Resource Management Element. The Resource Management Element was last amended in 2010 and examines both the natural and human -made environments and establishes policies to protect those resources that RFP No. 2025-16 Page 2 distinguish and define Rosemead. Topics addressed in this element include parks, recreation, open space, community facilities, air quality, water resources and conservation, and energy conservation. The Circulation Element was last amended in 2018 and addresses anticipated mobility needs, and the ability of the roadway network and the various transportation modes to meet future travel demands through the buildout year of the Land Use Element (2025). Incremental increases in development intensity increase the use of local and regional roadways by passenger vehicles and trucks. The plan and policies presented in this Element identify strategies that the City will pursue to maintain good service levels wherever possible. In 2022, the Public Safety Element was amended in compliance with recent state legislation related to safety elements, including Senate Bill (SB 379) which requires general plan safety elements to be revised and updated to include climate adaptation and resiliency strategies at the time of the next general plan revision. In addition, environmental justice policies have been added to the General Plan and are located within the Public Safety Element update. Please click on the following link to access the City's General Plan: https://www.citvofrosemead.org/cros/One.aspx?portalld=10035075&pageld=10877703 D. SCOPE OF SERVICES The Scope of Services, as may be modified through negotiation and/or by written addendum, will be made a part of the future Professional Service Agreement (Attachment A). Through this RFP, the City intends to procure a team of professionals to assist with the preparation of a focused General Plan update to the City's General Plan to comply with recent State legislation and to conduct the required environmental review in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as detailed in the objective section of this RFP. Please include a detailed scope of services in your proposal and Exhibit A. E. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION The proposal shall be submitted to the Planetbids.com portal. The City of Rosemead's Vendor Portal is hosted by PlanetBids at: https://pbsystem.planetbids.com/portal/54150/portal-home Proposal submittal due date is: August 14, 2025, at 5:00 P.M. Late Proposals will not be accepted. RFP No. 2025-16 Page 3 F. CONSULTANT SELECTION SCHEDULE Release of Request for Proposals: Deadline to Submit Questions: City Response to Questions: Proposals Due: Tentative City Council Award: First Day of Contract Service: July 24, 2025 August 4, 2025 August 7, 2025 August 14, 2025 September 9, 2025 September 15, 2025 G. STANDARD CITY CONTRACT AND INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS City's Standard Professional Services Agreement template and insurance requirements are provided as Attachment A. Please review and provide any comments you have. City does not guarantee that any revisions to contract language will be accepted. I•Continued on next oagel RFP No. 2025-16 Page 4 H. EVALUATION PROCESS & CONSULTANT SELECTION METHODOLOGY Evaluation Criteria The City will evaluate the Proposals submitted and select the most qualified consultants. In evaluating the Proposals, the City may consider the following factors: EVALUATION CRITERIA CATERGORIES: MAX POINTS Experience and Qualifications: Demonstrated experience and knowledge in planning (current and long-range), project management, 20 CEQA, and effective public involvement process. Capabilities and Approach: Ability to perform the work within a 30 reasonable time frame. Availability and responsiveness of project team. References and Past Performance: Quality of performance on similar contracts (minimum 3 references), including client satisfaction, timelines, 15 and responsiveness. Responsiveness and Completeness: Proposal is well -organized, with all requested information included and thoroughness of proposal. A 10 demonstrated understanding of the objectives and a strategy to meet the contract requirements. Staffing Plan: Availability of personnel for required tasks. Clearly defined roles and responsibilities. Expertise and experience of the proposed project team members and the in-house expertise, or inclusion of sub- 10 consultants, to fully address all items noted in the scope of work Pricing and Cost Proposal: Competitiveness and reasonableness of 10 cost and hourly rates. Provide unit pricing schedule if applicable. Community Benefit — Community Investment: maintains a physical business location within the City of Rosemead and holds a valid business 1 license for at least one (1) year prior to the RFP release date, or (2) has satisfactorily completed work for the City within the past five 5 ears. Community Benefit — Local Engagement: Commitment to participate 4 in City -approved community service during the term of the contract.* Total Possible Points 100 *Community Benefit — Local Engagement: While the City does not prescribe specific qualifying activities, vendors are encouraged to propose services that offer meaningful community benefits. Examples include —but are not limited to —providing scholarships to Rosemead school -age residents, participating in City -sponsored cleanup events, engaging in local school programs such as reading to students, donating trees for City Earth Day celebrations, or maintaining active membership with the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce. All proposed activities are subject to City approval. RFP No. 2025-16 Page 5 I. PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL FORMAT Proposal shall be submitted in the format specified below: Cover Letter: Provide an executive summary of your proposal. Table of Contents: Provide contents of proposal with page number references for each proposal section listed below. Section 1. Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline: Provide your understanding of the project, scope of work, and describe your approach in providing services. A detailed timeline should be provided for the focused General Plan update along with the environmental documents, including the initial study, ND, MND, and/or EIR proposal. Section 2. Project Team, Key Personnel and Resumes: Provide an organization chart showing the names and responsibilities of key personnel and subconsultants. Provide resumes of all key personnel identified in the organization chart. Section 3. Company Qualifications: Provide qualifications of your firm, emphasize similar services provided, and local experience. Section 4. References: Provide three Public Agency references for similar projects. Section 5. Standard City Contract and Insurance Requirements: Proposers shall review the attached Standard City Contract and Insurance Requirements and provide a statement that they will comply with all aspects of the Agreement or provide any comments that they would like the City to consider. Section 6. Addenda Acknowledgement: If any Addenda is issued by the City, they shall be acknowledged in this section. Section 7. Cost Proposal: Consultant must provide a fixed fee for each item listed on the City provided Cost Proposal forms. J. CONTRACT AWARD PROCEDURES Recommendation of Award It is the City's intent to award a single contract to the Consultant that can best meet the requirements of the Request for Proposals document. The City reserves the right to award a contract to multiple Consultants or a single Consultant or to make no award, whichever is in the best interest of the City. Negotiation After selection by City, the successful Consultant will meet with City to review its Proposal, to reconfirm that the Proposal conforms to all minimum requirements established herein, to clarify any items contained herein, and to determine if the Consultant is aware of any ambiguities, inconsistencies, conflicts, errors or omissions in this RFP. If the final negotiation of the Contract, with the highest ranked Consultant, is not successful, the City reserves the right to terminate the negotiations and begin negotiations with the next highest ranked Consultant. This right shall be continued untila satisfactory Contract can be negotiated or until the City elects to reject all Proposals. K. CITY'S RESERVATION OF RIGHTS City reserves the right to determine, in its sole discretion, whether any aspect of a Proposal satisfactorily meets the criteria established in the RFP and the right to seek clarification or additional information from any Consultant submitting a Proposal. City also reserves the right to modify any documents at any time prior to receiving Proposals and to reject any or all Proposals; to extend the submission due date for the Proposals; to modify, amend, reissue or rewrite this RFP. In the event the RFP is withdrawn by City or if City does not proceed for any reason, City shall have no liability to any Consultant or any other entity for any costs or expenses incurred in connection with the preparation and submittal of a Proposal. The City reserves the right to hold discussions and/or negotiations with any of the Consultants in furtherance of the City's evaluation of any Proposal and execution of a contract with a Consultant. The City will hold these discussions and/or negotiations in a fair and impartial manner and will not communicate any confidential information from Consultant. In the event that any questions arise from such discussions and/or negotiations that require clarification to or modification of the performance requirements, the City will issue an addendum to all Consultants. The City reserves the right to waive any informality or irregularity in a Proposal submitted. A Proposal may be considered non -responsive if: • Significant elements requested in the RFP are not provided. • The Proposal fails to meet all mandatory program and performance requirements of the RFP. • The Proposal is conditional, incomplete, or if it contains alterations of forms, additions not called for, or other irregularities that may constitute a material change to the Proposal. All Proposals submitted by Consultants and any other correspondence in connection therewith will become the exclusive property of the City and will become public records under the California Public Records Act (Government Code Section 7920 et seq.). The City will have no liability to any Consultant or other party as a result of any public disclosure of any Proposal or the Contract. RFP No. 2025-16 Page 7 L. PRE -CONTRACTUAL EXPENSES RESPONDING TO THE RFP PREPARATION The City is not liable for any pre -contractual expenses incurred by any proposer or by any selected consultant. Each proposer shall protect, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City from any and all liability, claims, or expenses whosever incurred by, or on behalf of, the entity participating in the preparation of its response to this RFP. Pre -contractual expenses are defined as expenses incurred by proposers and the selected consultant, if any, in: • Preparing and submitting information in response to this RFP • Negotiations with the City on any matter related to this procurement • Costs associated with interviews, meetings, travel or presentations • All other expenses incurred by a proposer/consultant prior to the date of award and a formal notice to proceed. The City reserves the right to amend, withdraw and cancel the RFP. The City reserves the right to reject all responses to this request at any time prior to contract execution or only award a partial. ATTACHMENTS: Attachment A — Professional Services Agreement Template and Insurance Requirements RFP No. 2025-16 Page 8 ATTACHMENT A s E M R O 4 4 RPDRATED 959 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOCUSED GENERAL PLAN UPDATE 1. PARTIES AND DATE. This Agreement is made and entered into this INSERT DATE (Effective Date) by and between the City of Rosemead, a municipal organization organized under the laws of the State of California with its principal place of business at 8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, California 91770 ("City") and CONSULTANT NAME with its principal place of business at ADDRESS ("Consultant"). City and Consultant are sometimes individually referred to herein as "Party" and collectively as "Parties." 2. RECITALS. 2.1 Consultant. Consultant desires to perform and assume responsibility for the provision of certain professional services required by the City on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Consultant represents that it is experienced in providing TYPE OF SERVICE to public clients, is licensed in the State of California and is familiar with the plans of City. 2.2 Project. City desires to engage Consultant to render PROJECT SERVICE OR NAME ("Services") as set forth in this Agreement. 3. TERMS. 3.1 Scope of Services and Term. 3.1.1 General Scope of Services. Consultant promises and agrees to furnish to the City all labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidental and customary work necessary to fully and adequately supply the TYPE OF SERVICE necessary for the City, herein referred to a "Services". The Services are more particularly RFP No. 2025-16 Page 9 described in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. All Services shall be subject to, and performed in accordance with, this Agreement, the exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations. 3.1.2 Term. The term of this Agreement shall be for a one (1) year time period from Effective date [INSERT EFFECTIVE DATE TO EXPIRATION DATE] with the option of two (2), one (1) year extensions at the sole and absolute discretion of the City, unless earlier terminated as provided herein. Consultant shall complete the Services within the term of the Agreement and shall meet any other established schedules and deadlines. 3.2 Responsibilities of Consultant. 3.2.1 Control and Payment of Subordinates; Independent Consultant. The Services shall be performed by Consultant or under its supervision. Consultant will determine the means, methods and details of performing the Services subject to the requirements of this Agreement. City retains Consultant on an independent Consultant basis and not as an employee. Consultant retains the right to perform similar or different services for others during the term of this Agreement. Any additional personnel performing the Services under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant shall also not be employees of City and shall at all times be under Consultant's exclusive direction and control. Consultant shall pay all wages, salaries, and other amounts due such personnel in connection with their performance of Services under this Agreement and as required by law. Consultant shall be responsible for all reports and obligations respecting such additional personnel, including, but not limited to: social security taxes, income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance. 3.2.2 Schedule of Services. Consultant shall perform the Services expeditiously, within the term of this Agreement. Consultant represents that it has the professional and technical personnel required to perform the Services in conformance with such conditions. In order to facilitate Consultant's conformance with the Schedule, City shall respond to Consultant's submittals in a timely manner. Upon request of City, Consultant shall provide a more detailed schedule of anticipated performance to meet the Schedule of Services. 3.2.3 Conformance to Applicable Requirements. All work prepared by Consultant shall be subject to the approval of City. 3.2.4 Substitution of Key Personnel. Consultant has represented to City that certain key personnel will perform and coordinate the Services under this Agreement. Should one or more of such personnel become unavailable, Consultant may substitute other personnel of at least equal competence upon written approval of City. In the event that City and Consultant cannot agree as to the substitution of key personnel, City shall be entitled to terminate this Agreement for cause. As discussed below, any personnel who fail or refuse to perform the Services in a manner acceptable to the City, or who are determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or RFP No. 2025-16 Page 10 timely completion of the Project or a threat to the safety of persons or property, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant at the request of the City. 3.2.5 City's Representative. The City hereby designates the City Manager, or his or her designee, to act as its representative for the performance of this Agreement ("City's Representative"). City's Representative shall have the power to act on behalf of the City for all purposes under this Agreement. Consultant shall not accept direction or orders from any person other than the City's Representative or his or her designee. 3.2.6 Consultant's Representative. Consultant will designate to act as its representative for the performance of this Agreement ("Consultant's Representative"). Consultant's Representative shall have full authority to represent and act on behalf of the Consultant for all purposes under this Agreement. The Consultant's Representative shall supervise and direct the Services, using his/her best skill and attention, and shall be responsible for all means, methods, techniques, sequences and procedures and for the satisfactory coordination of all portions of the Services under this Agreement. 3.2.7 Coordination of Services: Consultant agrees to work closely with City staff in the performance of Services and shall be available to City's staff, consultants and other staff at all reasonable times. 3.2.8 Standard of Care; Performance of Employees: Consultant shall perform all Services under this Agreement in a skillful and competent manner, consistent with the standards generally recognized as being employed by professionals in the same discipline in the State of California. Consultant represents and maintains that it is skilled in the professional calling necessary to perform the Services. Consultant warrants that all employees and subcontractors shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Services assigned to them. Finally, Consultant represents that it, its employees and subcontractors have all licenses, permits, qualifications and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the Services, including a City Business License, and that such licenses and approvals shall be maintained throughout the term of this Agreement. As provided for in the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, Consultant shall perform, at its own cost and expense and without reimbursement from the City, any services necessary to correct errors or omissions which are caused by the Consultant's failure to comply with the standard of care provided for herein. 3.2.9 Laws and Regulations. Consultant shall keep itself fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations in any manner affecting the performance of the Project or the Services, including all Cal/OSHA requirements, and shall give all notices required by law. Consultant shall be liable for all violations of such laws and regulations in connection with Services. If the Consultant performs any work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, rules and regulations and without giving written notice to the City, Consultant shall be solely responsible for all costs arising therefrom. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold City, its officials, directors, officers, employees and agents free and harmless, pursuant to the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with such laws, rules or regulations. RFP No. 2025-16 Page 11 3.2.10 Insurance: Consultant shall maintain prior to the beginning of and for the duration of this Agreement insurance coverage as specified in Exhibit B attached to and part of this agreement. 3.2.11 Safety: Consultant shall execute and maintain its work so as to avoid injury or damage to any person or property. In carrying out its Services, the Consultant shall at all times be in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and shall exercise all necessary precautions for the safety of employees appropriate to the nature of the work and the conditions under which the work is to be performed. Safety precautions as applicable shall include, but shall not be limited to: (A) adequate life protection and life saving equipment and procedures; (B) instructions in accident prevention for all employees and subcontractors, such as safe walkways, scaffolds, fall protection ladders, bridges, gang planks, confined space procedures, trenching and shoring, equipment and other safety devices, equipment and wearing apparel as are necessary or lawfully required to prevent accidents or injuries; and (C) adequate facilities for the proper inspection and maintenance of all safety measures. 3.3 Fees and Payments. 3.3.1 Compensation. Consultant shall receive compensation, including authorized reimbursements, for all Services rendered under this Agreement and shall not exceed INSERT COST AMOUNT per fiscal year. The City agrees to pay Consultant a fee of INSERT COST AMOUNT WRITTEN ($INSERT NUMBERICAL COST) a month. Extra Work may be authorized in writing, as described below, and will be compensated at the rates and manner set forth in this Agreement. 3.3.2 Payment of Compensation. Consultant shall submit to City a monthly itemized statement which indicates work completed and Services rendered by Consultant. The statement shall describe the amount of Services and supplies provided since the initial commencement date, or since the start of the subsequent billing periods, as appropriate, through the date of the statement. City shall, within 45 days of receiving such statement, review the statement and pay all approved charges thereon. 3.3.3 Reimbursement for Expenses: Consultant shall not be reimbursed for any expenses unless authorized in writing by City. 3.3.4 Extra Work: At any time during the term of this Agreement, City may request that Consultant perform Extra Work. As used herein, "Extra Work" means any work which is determined by City to be necessary for the proper completion of the Project, but which the parties did not reasonably anticipate would be necessary at the execution of this Agreement. Consultant shall not perform, nor be compensated for, Extra Work without written authorization from City's Representative. 3.3.5 Prevailing Wages: Consultant is aware of the requirements of California Labor Code Section 1720, et seq., and 1770, et seq., as well as California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 1600, et seq., ("Prevailing Wage Laws"), which require the payment of prevailing wage rates and the performance of other requirements on "public RFP No. 2025-16 Page 12 works" and "maintenance" project, as defined by the Prevailing Wage Laws, and if the total compensation is $1,000 or more, Consultant agrees to fully comply with such Prevailing Wage Laws. City shall provide Consultant with a copy of the prevailing rates of per diem wages in effect at the commencement of this Agreement. Consultant shall make copies of the prevailing rates of per diem wages for each craft; classification or type of worker needed to execute the Services available to interested parties upon request, and shall post copies at the Consultant's principal place of business and at the project site. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its elected officials, officers, employees and agents free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws. 3.4 Accounting Records. 3.4.1 Maintenance and Inspection: Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to all costs and expenses incurred under this Agreement. All such records shall be clearly identifiable. Consultant shall allow a representative of City during normal business hours to examine, audit, and make transcripts or copies of such records and any other documents created pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to the Agreement for a period of three (3) years from the date of final payment under this Agreement. 3.5 General Provisions. 3.5.1 Termination of Agreement. 3.5.1.1 Grounds for Termination: City may, by written notice to Consultant, terminate the whole or any part of this Agreement at any time and without cause by giving written notice to Consultant of such termination, and specifying the effective date thereof, at least seven (7) days before the effective date of such termination. Upon termination, Consultant shall be compensated only for those services which have been adequately rendered to City, and Consultant shall be entitled to no further compensation. Consultant may not terminate this Agreement except for cause. 3.5.1.2 Effect of Termination: If this Agreement is terminated as provided herein, City may require Consultant to provide all finished or unfinished Documents/ Data and other information of any kind prepared by Consultant in connection with the performance of Services under this Agreement. Consultant shall be required to provide such document and other information within fifteen (15) days of the request. 3.5.1.3 Additional Services: In the event this Agreement is terminated in whole or in part as provided herein, City may procure, upon such terms and in such manner as it may determine appropriate, services similar to those terminated. RFP No. 2025-16 Page 13 3.5.2 Delivery of Notices. All notices permitted or required under this Agreement shall be given to the respective parties at the following address, or at such other address as the respective parties may provide in writing for this purpose: CONSULTANT: NAME ADDRESS Attn : Tel: CITY: City of Rosemead 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, CA 91770 Attn: Community Development Department — Planning Division Such notice shall be deemed made when personally delivered or when mailed, forty-eight (48) hours after deposit in the U.S. Mail, first class postage prepaid and addressed to the party at its applicable address. Actual notice shall be deemed adequate notice on the date actual notice occurred, regardless of the method of service. 3.5.3 Ownership of Materials and Confidentiality. 3.5.3.1 Documents & Data; Licensing of Intellectual Property: This Agreement creates a non-exclusive and perpetual license for City to copy, use, modify, reuse, or sublicense any and all copyrights, designs, and other intellectual property embodied in plans, specifications, studies, drawings, estimates, and other documents or works of authorship fixed in any tangible medium of expression, including but not limited to, physical drawings or data magnetically or otherwise recorded on computer diskettes, which are prepared or caused to be prepared by Consultant under this Agreement ("Documents & Data"). Consultant shall require all subcontractors to agree in writing that City is granted a non-exclusive and perpetual license for any Documents & Data the subcontractor prepares under this Agreement. Consultant represents and warrants that Consultant has the legal right to license any and all Documents & Data. Consultant makes no such representation and warranty in regard to Documents & Data which were prepared by design professionals other than Consultant or provided to Consultant by the City. City shall not be limited in any way in its use of the Documents and Data at any time, provided that any such use not within the purposes intended by this Agreement shall be at City's sole risk. 3.5.3.2 Confidentiality. All ideas, memoranda, specifications, plans, procedures, drawings, descriptions, computer program data, input record data, written information, and other Documents and Data either created by or provided to Consultant in connection with the performance of this Agreement shall be held confidential by Consultant. Such materials shall not, without the prior written consent of RFP No. 2025-16 Page 14 City, be used by Consultant for any purposes other than the performance of the Services. Nor shall such materials be disclosed to any person or entity not connected with the performance of the Services or the Project. Nothing furnished to Consultant which is otherwise known to Consultant or is generally known, or has become known, to the related industry shall be deemed confidential. Consultant shall not use City's name or insignia, photographs of the Project, or any publicity pertaining to the Services or the Project in any magazine, trade paper, newspaper, television or radio production or other similar medium without the prior written consent of City. 3.5.4 Cooperation; Further Acts: The Parties shall fully cooperate with one another, and shall take any additional acts or sign any additional documents as may be necessary, appropriate or convenient to attain the purposes of this Agreement. 3.5.5 Attorney's Fees: If either party commences an action against the other party, either legal, administrative or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, the prevailing party in such litigation shall be entitled to have and recover from the losing party reasonable attorney's fees and all costs of such action. 3.5.6 Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, in any manner arising out of or incident to any alleged acts, omissions or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, agents, consultants and contractors arising out of or in connection with the performance of the Services, the Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all consequential damages and attorneys fees and other related costs and expenses. Consultant shall defend, at Consultant's own cost, expense and risk, any and all such aforesaid suits, actions or other legal proceedings of every kind that may be brought or instituted against City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers. Consultant shall pay and satisfy any judgment, award or decree that may be rendered against City or its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers, in any such suit, action or other legal proceeding. Consultant shall reimburse City and its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents and/or volunteers, for any and all legal expenses and costs incurred by each of them in connection therewith or in enforcing the indemnity herein provided. Consultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the City, its directors, officials officers, employees, agents or volunteers.= 3.5.7 Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire Agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings or agreements. This Agreement may only be modified by a writing signed by both parties. 3.5.8 Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Venue shall be in Los Angeles County. RFP No. 2025-16 Page 15 3.5.9 Time of Essence: Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement. 3.5.10 City's Right to Employ Other Consultants: City reserves right to employ other consultants in connection with this Project. 3.5.11 Successors and Assigns: This Agreement shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties. 3.5.12 Assignment or Transfer: Consultant shall not assign, hypothecate, or transfer, either directly or by operation of law, this Agreement or any interest herein without the prior written consent of the City. Any attempt to do so shall be null and void, and any assignees, hypothecates or transferees shall acquire no right or interest by reason of such attempted assignment, hypothecation or transfer. 3.5.13 Construction; References; Captions: Since the Parties or their agents have participated fully in the preparation of this Agreement, the language of this Agreement shall be construed simply, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against any Party. Any term referencing time, days or period for performance shall be deemed calendar days and not work days. All references to Consultant include all personnel, employees, agents, and subcontractors of Consultant, except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. All references to City include its elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. The captions of the various articles and paragraphs are for convenience and ease of reference only, and do not define, limit, augment, or describe the scope, content, or intent of this Agreement. 3.5.14 Amendment; Modification: No supplement, modification, or amendment of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing and signed by both Parties. 3.5.15 Waiver: No waiver of any default shall constitute a waiver of any other default or breach, whether of the same or other covenant or condition. No waiver, benefit, privilege, or service voluntarily given or performed by a Party shall give the other Party any contractual rights by custom, estoppel, or otherwise. 3.5.16 No Third Party Beneficiaries: There are no intended third party beneficiaries of any right or obligation assumed by the Parties. 3.5.17 Invalidity; Severability: If any portion of this Agreement is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. 3.5.18 Prohibited Interests: Consultant maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. Consultant further agrees to file, or shall cause its employees RFP No. 2025-16 Page 16 or subconsultants to file, a Statement of Economic Interest with the City's Filing Officer as required under state law in the performance of the Services. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no member, officer or employee of City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall have any direct interest in this Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom. 3.5.19 Equal Opportunity Employment: Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and it shall not discriminate against any subcontractor, employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, national origin, handicap, ancestry, sex or age. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination. Consultant shall also comply with all relevant provisions of City's Minority Business Enterprise program, Affirmative Action Plan or other related programs or guidelines currently in effect or hereinafter enacted. 3.5.20 Labor Certification: By its signature hereunder, Consultant certifies that it is aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the California Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and agrees to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Services. 3.5.21 Authority to Enter Agreement: Consultant has all requisite power and authority to conduct its business and to execute, deliver, and perform the Agreement. Each Party warrants that the individuals who have signed this Agreement have the legal power, right, and authority to make this Agreement and bind each respective Party. 3.5.22 Counterparts: This Agreement may be signed in counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original. 3.6 Subcontracting. 3.6.1 Prior Approval Required: Consultant shall not subcontract any portion of the work required by this Agreement, except as expressly stated herein, without prior written approval of City. Subcontracts, if any, shall contain a provision making them subject to all provisions stipulated in this Agreement. fSianatures on next paael RFP No. 2025-16 Page 17 CITY OF ROSEMEAD CONSULTANT Bv: Bv: City Manager Date Date Name: Attest: City Clerk Date Title: [If Corporation, TWO SIGNATURES, President OR Vice President AND Secretary Approved as to Form: By: Name: Date City Attorney RFP No. 2025-16 Page 18 EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF SERVICES A-1 EXHIBIT B INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS Prior to the beginning of and throughout the duration of the Work, Consultant will maintain insurance in conformance with the requirements set forth below. Consultant will use existing coverage to comply with these requirements. If that existing coverage does not meet the requirements set forth here, Consultant agrees to amend, supplement or endorse the existing coverage to do so. Consultant acknowledges that the insurance coverage and policy limits set forth in this section constitute the minimum amount of coverage required. Any insurance proceeds available to City in excess of the limits and coverage required in this agreement and which is applicable to a given loss, will be available to City. Consultant shall provide the following types and amounts of insurance: Commercial General Liability Insurance: Consultant shall maintain commercial general liability insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CG 00 01, in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 general aggregate, for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. The policy must include contractual liability that has not been amended. Any endorsement restricting standard ISO "insured contract" language will not be accepted. Business Auto Coverage on ISO Business Auto Coverage form CA 00 01 including symbol 1 (Any Auto) or the exact equivalent. Limits are subject to review, but in no event to be less than $1,000,000 combined single limit per accident. If Consultant owns no vehicles, this requirement may be satisfied by a non -owned auto endorsement to the general liability policy described above. If Consultant or Consultant employees will use personal autos in any way on this project, Consultant shall provide evidence of personal auto liability coverage for each such person. Workers Compensation on a state -approved policy form providing statutory benefits as required by law with employer's liability limits no less than $1,000,000 per accident or disease. Consultant shall submit to Agency, along with the certificate of insurance, a Waiver of Subrogation endorsement in favor of Agency, its officers, agents, employees and volunteers. Excess or Umbrella Liability Insurance (Over Primary) if used to meet limit requirements, shall provide coverage at least as broad as specified for the underlying coverages. Consultant shall obtain and maintain an umbrella or excess liability insurance policy with limits that will provide bodily injury, personal injury and property damage liability coverage at least as broad as the primary coverages set forth above, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and employer's liability. Such policy or policies shall include the following terms and conditions: • A drop down feature requiring the policy to respond if any primary insurance that would otherwise have applied proves to be uncollectible in whole or in part for any reason; • Pay on behalf of wording as opposed to reimbursement; • Concurrency of effective dates with primary policies; and • Policies shall "follow form" to the underlying primary policies. • Insureds under primary policies shall also be insureds under the umbrella or excess policies. Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions Insurance as appropriate shall be written on a policy form coverage specifically designed to protect against acts, errors or omissions of the Consultant and "Covered Professional Services" as designated in the policy must specifically include work performed under this agreement. The policy limit shall be no less than $2,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. The policy must "pay on behalf of the insured and must include a provision establishing the insurer's duty to defend. The policy retroactive date shall be on or before the effective date of this agreement. Requirements not limiting: Requirements of specific coverage features or limits contained in this Section are not intended as a limitation on coverage, limits or other requirements, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance. Specific reference to a given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to a given issue and is not intended by any party or insured to be all inclusive, or to the exclusion of other coverage, or a waiver of any type. If the Consultant maintains higher limits than the minimums shown above, the Agency requires and shall be entitled to coverage for the higher limits maintained by the Consultant. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the Agency. Insurance procured pursuant to these requirements shall be written by insurers that are admitted carriers in the state of California and with an A.M. Bests rating of A- or better and a minimum financial size Vll. General conditions pertaining to provision of insurance coverage by Consultant. Consultant and City agree to the following with respect to insurance provided by Consultant: 1. Consultant agrees to have its insurer endorse the third -party general liability coverage required herein to include as additional insureds City, its officials, employees and agents, using standard ISO endorsement No. CG 2010. Consultant also agrees to require all consultants, and subcontractors to do likewise. 2. No liability insurance coverage provided to comply with this Agreement shall prohibit Consultant, or Consultant's employees, or agents, from waiving the right of subrogation prior to a loss. Consultant agrees to waive subrogation rights against City regardless of the applicability of any insurance proceeds, and to require all consultants and subcontractors to do likewise. 3. All insurance coverage and limits provided by Consultant and available or applicable to this agreement are intended to apply to the full extent of the policies. Nothing contained in this Agreement or any other agreement relating to the City or its operations limits the application of such insurance coverage. 4. None of the coverages required herein will be in compliance with these requirements if they include any limiting endorsement of any kind that has not been first submitted to City and approved of in writing. 5. No liability policy shall contain any provision or definition that would serve to eliminate so-called "third party action over" claims, including any exclusion for bodily injury to an employee of the insured or of any Consultant or subcontractor. 6. All coverage types and limits required are subject to approval, modification and additional requirements by the City, as the need arises. Consultant shall not make any reductions in scope of coverage (e.g. elimination of contractual liability or reduction of discovery period) that may affect City's protection without City's prior written consent. 7. Proof of compliance with these insurance requirements, consisting of certificates of insurance evidencing all of the coverages required and an additional insured endorsement to Consultant `s general liability policy, shall be delivered to City at or prior to the execution of this Agreement. In the event such proof of any insurance is not delivered as required, or in the event such insurance is canceled at any time and no replacement coverage is provided, City has the right, but not the duty, to obtain any insurance it deems necessary to protect its interests under this or any other agreement and to pay the premium. Any premium so paid by City shall be charged to and promptly paid by Consultant or deducted from sums due Consultant, at City option. 8. Certificate(s) are to reflect that the insurer will provide 30 days notice to City of any cancellation of coverage. Consultant agrees to require its insurer to modify such certificates to delete any exculpatory wording stating that failure of the insurer to mail written notice of cancellation imposes no obligation, or that any party will "endeavor" (as opposed to being required) to comply with the requirements of the certificate. 9. It is acknowledged by the parties of this agreement that all insurance coverage required to be provided by Consultant or any subcontractor, is intended to apply first and on a primary, noncontributing basis in relation to any other insurance or self-insurance available to City. 10. Consultant agrees to ensure that subcontractors, and any other party involved with the project who is brought onto or involved in the project by Consultant, provide the same minimum insurance coverage required of Consultant. Consultant agrees to monitor and review all such coverage and assumes all responsibility for ensuring that such coverage is provided in conformity with the requirements of this section. Consultant agrees that upon request, all agreements with subcontractors and others engaged in the project will be submitted to City for review. 11.Consultant agrees not to self -insure or to use any self -insured retentions or deductibles on any portion of the insurance required herein and further agrees that it will not allow any contractor, subcontractor, Architect, Engineer or other entity or person in any way involved in the performance of work on the project contemplated by this agreement to self -insure its obligations to City. If Consultant's existing coverage includes a deductible or self -insured retention, the deductible or self - insured retention must be declared to the City. At that time the City shall review options with the Consultant, which may include reduction or elimination of the deductible or self -insured retention, substitution of other coverage, or other solutions. 12.The City reserves the right at any time during the term of the contract to change the amounts and types of insurance required by giving the Consultant ninety (90) days advance written notice of such change. If such change results in substantial additional cost to the Consultant, the City will negotiate additional compensation proportional to the increased benefit to City. 13. For purposes of applying insurance coverage only, this Agreement will be deemed to have been executed immediately upon any party hereto taking any steps that can be deemed to be in furtherance of or towards performance of this Agreement. 14. Consultant acknowledges and agrees that any actual or alleged failure on the part of City to inform Consultant of non-compliance with any insurance requirement in no way imposes any additional obligations on City nor does it waive any rights hereunder in this or any other regard. 15. Consultant will renew the required coverage annually as long as City, or its employees or agents face an exposure from operations of any type pursuant to this agreement. This obligation applies whether or not the agreement is canceled or terminated for any reason. Termination of this obligation is not effective until City executes a written statement to that effect. 16. Consultant shall provide proof that policies of insurance required herein expiring during the term of this Agreement have been renewed or replaced with other policies providing at least the same coverage. Proof that such coverage has been ordered shall be submitted prior to expiration. A coverage binder or letter from Consultant's insurance agent to this effect is acceptable. A certificate of insurance and/or additional insured endorsement as required in these specifications applicable to the renewing or new coverage must be provided to City within five days of the expiration of the coverages. 17.The provisions of any workers' compensation or similar act will not limit the obligations of Consultant under this agreement. Consultant expressly agrees not to use any statutory immunity defenses under such laws with respect to City, its employees, officials and agents. 18. Requirements of specific coverage features or limits contained in this section are not intended as limitations on coverage, limits or other requirements nor as a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any given policy. Specific reference to a given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to a given issue and is not intended by any party or insured to be limiting or all-inclusive. 19.These insurance requirements are intended to be separate and distinct from any other provision in this agreement and are intended by the parties here to be interpreted as such. 20.The requirements in this Section supersede all other sections and provisions of this Agreement to the extent that any other section or provision conflicts with or impairs the provisions of this Section. 21.Consultant agrees to be responsible for ensuring that no contract used by any party involved in any way with the project reserves the right to charge City or Consultant for the cost of additional insurance coverage required by this agreement. Any such provisions are to be deleted with reference to City. It is not the intent of City to reimburse any third party for the cost of complying with these requirements. There shall be no recourse against City for payment of premiums or other amounts with respect thereto. 22. Consultant agrees to provide immediate notice to City of any claim or loss against Consultant arising out of the work performed under this agreement. City assumes no obligation or liability by such notice, but has the right (but not the duty) to monitor the handling of any such claim or claims if they are likely to involve City. Attachment B Proposal from CASC C k C Engineering and Cons lt.ing SUBMITTED TO: CITY OF ROSEMEAD Annie Lao, Senior Planner 8838 E. Valley Boulevard 4' Rosemead, CA 91770 Phone: 626-569-2144 Email: alao@cityofrosemead. ora SUBMITTED BY: CASC ENGINEERING & CONSULTING, INC. Frank Coyle, Director of Planning 633 West Route 66, Suite A Glendora, CA 91740 v '.. Phone:909-362-7645 fcoyle@cascinc.com https://cascinc.com/ r y AUGUST 14, 2025 1 Submitted Via Planetbids 1 633 West Route 66, Suite A Glendora, CA 91740 Office: 800.260.CASC Engineering and Con ilting 800.260.2272 August 14, 2025 CITY OF ROSEMEAD Attn: Annie Lao, Senior Planner 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, CA 91770 E: alao@citvofrosemead.org Subject: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) NO. 2025-16 FOCUSED GENERAL PLAN UPDATE Dear Ms. Lao, Casc Engineering and Consulting, Inc. (Casc), a California S corporation, is pleased to submit this proposal in response to the City of Rosemead's ("City") Request for Proposals (RFP) for consulting services to update the Circulation, Public Safety, and Resource Management Elements of the City's General Plan. With over 30 years of experience supporting Southern California public agencies, Casc offers a unique combination of technical expertise, regulatory insight, and dedicated client service. Our interdisciplinary team is uniquely equipped to address the City's priority to complete the Resources Management Element update by January 1, 2026, while concurrently advancing the Public Safety and Circulation Elements for completion by January 1, 2028.Our approach emphasizes integrated project management, proactive community engagement, and streamlined coordination to meet these ambitious deadlines without compromising quality. Casc's Planning Team brings decades of experience supporting local governments throughout Southern California, including numerous general plan element updates, CEQA documentation, and on -call planning services for cities such as Glendale, Pomona, Azusa, and Burbank. Our proposed Project Manager, Frank Coyle, brings over 35 years of public and private planning experience and has successfully led and completed numerous efforts across the region. Additionally, our Glendora office is conveniently located just 25 minutes from Rosemead, ensuring timely responsiveness and the ability for in -person collaboration as needed. Casc appreciates the opportunity to submit our qualifications and approach to support the City of Rosemead. We look forward to partnering with the City on the Focused General Plan Update. Should you have any questions or require additional information, please contact our Director of Planning, Frank Coyle, at (909) 362-7645 or via email at fcovle@cascinc.com. ✓ Casc acknowledges receipt of Q & A, Addendum No. 1 released on 817125. ✓ Casc acknowledges receipt of Set 2 Q&A released on 8113125. ✓ Please mail all written correspondence to Casc's Corporate Headquarters located at 1470 E. Cooley Drive, Colton, CA 92324 or email Frank Coyle directly for an immediate response regarding this RFP. Sincerely, CASC ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING 74azai e. % 111�1, Michelle E. Furlong Operations Manager (Authorized to Bind) CASC ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING Frank Coyle Director of Planning (Day-to-day contact) 2025-0156 City of Rosemead www.cascinc.com TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Section Number CoverLetter...................................................................... 1 Tableof Contents............................................................... 2 Section 1. Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline ............... 3 - 13 Approach and Scope of Work .................................. 3 - 12 Timeline.................................................................. 13 Section 2. Project Team, Key Personnel, and Resumes ........... 14 - 21 Organizational Chart ................................................. 14 Team Resumes.......................................................... 15 - 21 Section 3. Company Qualifications ...................................... 22 - 27 CompanyProfile....................................................... 22 Project Experiences................................................... 23 - 27 Section 4. References......................................................... 28 Section 5. Standard City Contract and Insurance 29 Requirements.................................................................... Section 6. Addenda Acknowledgement .............................. 30 Section 7. Cost Proposal...................................................... 31 General Plan Resources Management, Circulation, Public Safety Elements Update Consultant Services SECTION 1. APPROACH, SCOPE OF WORK, & TIMELINE UNDERSTANDING AND APPROACH The City of Rosemead's Focused General Plan Update presents a strategic opportunity to advance compliance with evolving State legislation while ensuring the community's unique character and priorities remain central to the planning process. Our team understands the project's emphasis on updating the Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements in alignment with recent mandates, including SB 1425, AB 1889, AB 2684, and Government Code Section 65302(g)(3), particularly as they relate to environmental resilience and public safety in very high fire hazard severity zones. Recognizing the importance of protecting Rosemead's limited open space and infrastructure assets, our approach will be tailored to reflect both the technical rigor and policy responsiveness required to address state compliance while supporting local values. Casc understands that each California statute related to general plan updates has its own compliance deadlines. SB 1425 requires every city to review and update its open space element by January 1, 2026. AB 1889 requires that the conservation element (or an integrated wildlife connectivity component) be adopted or revised when any general plan element is updated on or after January 1, 2028. AB 2684 requires the safety element to be reviewed and, if necessary, updated to address the hazard of extreme heat upon the next update of one or more general plan elements on or after January 1, 2028. SB 1241 amended § 65302(g)(3), requiring updates to the safety element regarding wildfire hazard mapping, goals, policies, and mapping. Compliance is required when the safety element is next updated, which generally occurs with each housing element or hazard mitigation plan update —at least every eight years per current law framework. Casc brings extensive experience in General Plan updates, CEQA documentation, and inclusive public engagement. We will initiate the project by conducting a comprehensive analysis of existing General Plan elements, followed by a targeted technical review and policy refinement process. Community involvement will be structured to build trust and transparency, including tailored outreach and interactive engagement opportunities that inform and validate planning recommendations. Our team will work collaboratively with City staff and stakeholders to produce clear, actionable updates and a legally defensible CEQA document that meets Rosemead's objectives while staying on schedule and within budget. SCOPE OF WORK 1.1 Project Kick -Off Meeting Casc will coordinate and facilitate a virtual project kick-off meeting with City staff to confirm project goals, discuss expectations for Element content and deliverables, identify key issues and priorities, potential community engagement strategies, and refine the project schedule. This meeting will also address coordination with other ongoing planning efforts, identify key stakeholders, and confirm communication protocols. A summary of key takeaways and agreed -upon action items will be provided following the meeting. Deliverables: • One (1) Virtual Kick -Off Meeting, Agenda, and Action Minutes. • Refined Scope of Work and Schedule. 2.1 Due Diligence Memorandum — Resources Management Element Casc will conduct targeted background research to inform the update of the Resources Management Element within the accelerated project timeline. This effort will include a focused review of the existing Element, applicable State mandates (including SB 1425 and AB 1889), and the most recent technical studies or plans related to parks, recreation, trails, open space, habitat connectivity, and existing or planned wildlife passage features —particularly those identified in the state highway system's connectivity inventory. Casc will utilize the Biological Resources and Conservation Support Assessment prepared by Casc's subconsultant Osprey, to evaluate opportunities for restoration or rewilding. Casc will also incorporate readily available demographic data and regional policies from agencies such as SCAG and LACDPW to identify key issues related to equitable access, climate resilience, and rewilding. Findings will be summarized in a concise background memorandum to support timely policy development and community engagement. This Task includes up to one (1) review cycle. Deliverables: • Due Diligence Memorandum. 2.2 Project Description Casc proposes to prepare a Project Description (PD) for Phase I which will comply with CEQA Guidelines, articulate the proposed development activity, and convey pertinent information based on the Project Kick -Off Meeting and the communication follow- up with City. Once the Project Description is prepared and agreed upon by all entities, Casc will conduct a preliminary environmental compliance review to determine the appropriate level of environmental review to comply with the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"). The Project Schedule will be updated to accommodate for findings, recommendations, and the expected arrival of any requested materials from the City. Deliverables: Project Description. 2.3 Community Outreach — Optional* Given the accelerated timeline, Casc will coordinate with City staff to implement a focused outreach effort to inform the public, interested parties, and decision makers the Resources Management Element update. The following subtask is included as part of Phase 1. 2.3.1 Community Workshop Casc will facilitate one (1) virtual community workshop to gather input on open space access, climate resilience, and rewilding priorities. Outreach will be designed to efficiently engage the public within the available timeframe and coordinated with Phase 2 efforts to ensure consistency in messaging and approach. The PowerPoint prepared for the community workshop will include up to one (1) review cycle. It is recommended that members of the Parks Commission, Planning Commission, and City Council attend the Workshop. Additional workshops and/or review cycles will be provided under separate authorization. Deliverables: • One (1) virtual community workshop and PowerPoint presentation. 2.4 Biological Resources and Conservation Support (Osprey) Osprey will provide technical services to support the City's update to the Resource Management Element and the preparation of CEQA documentation for the Focused General Plan Update. 2.4.1. Biological Resources Analysis — Resource Management Element Osprey will assist the lead planning and CEQA consultant in developing background data, technical findings, and conservation policy recommendations to support the Resource Management Element, which integrates the Open Space and Conservation Elements. Work will include: • Review of existing biological data relevant to the planning area, including CNDDB, USFWS, CNPS, Naturalist, and other available datasets. • High-level desktop assessment of remaining open space, habitat values, tree canopy coverage, and ecological constraints within the planning area. • Input on wildlife connectivity and habitat fragmentation concerns in accordance with AB 1889 ("Room to Roam Act") requirements. • Integration of SB 1425 compliance measures for open space planning and resource protection. • Recommendations for policies and implementation measures to protect and enhance natural resources, biodiversity, and ecological connectivity. Deliverable: • Technical memorandum with figures/maps and policy input for integration into the draft Resource Management Element. 2.4.2. CEQA Biological Resources Section OSPREY will prepare the Biological Resources section for the CEQA document (Initial Study and/or Mitigated Negative Declaration) in compliance with CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. Work will include: • Desktop -level impact assessment of proposed policy updates and citywide conditions. • Review of potential impacts to biological resources, sensitive habitats, special -status species, and wildlife corridors. • Identification of feasible mitigation measures and monitoring requirements, if applicable. Deliverable: • CEQA-ready Biological Resources section, with figures and supporting appendices, for inclusion in the Initial Study/MND. 2.4.3. Public Meeting Support — Optional* If requested, OSPREY will attend one public workshop, stakeholder meeting, Planning Commission meeting, or City Council hearing to present biological and conservation findings, or to respond to technical questions related to natural resources. Deliverable: • Presentation support materials and meeting participation (1 meeting). ASSUMPTIONS The proposed scope, hours, and budget are based on the following assumptions: 1. Role and Coordination o OSPREY will provide technical support on biological resources, conservation, and open space/resource management for the Focused General Plan Update. o Overall project management, integration of deliverables into the General Plan update, and preparation of the full CEQA document will be handled by others. 2. Data and Information o Relevant GIS data, General Plan documents, maps, and available environmental datasets will be provided at project initiation. o Analysis will rely primarily on existing data sources (e.g., CNDDB, CNPS, USFWS, iNaturalist, local data) and will not include new biological field surveys. o Any additional data requiring third -party purchase (e.g., specialized aerial imagery) will be authorized in writing before costs are incurred. 3. Legislative and Policy Integration o Policy recommendations will address relevant state legislation, including SB 1425 and AB 1889, as applicable to the Resource Management Element. o Integration of climate adaptation, wildlife movement, and open space policies will be based on the best available science and current regulatory guidance. 4. Meetings and Presentations o Estimated hours include one (1) kickoff meeting. o Public meeting participation is limited to one (1) meeting under Optional Task 3. Additional meetings will require a scope and budget amendment. o All meetings are assumed to be virtual unless otherwise specified; travel to in -person meetings will be billed at hourly rates plus mileage reimbursement at the current IRS rate. 5. Deliverables o Deliverables will be provided in Microsoft Word and PDF formats; maps and figures will be provided in PDF and GIS- compatible formats. o One (1) draft and one (1) final version of each deliverable will be prepared, with up to one consolidated set of comments incorporated per deliverable. o Additional revisions beyond those specified will be billed on a time -and -materials basis. 6. Schedule o Work will occur according to the agreed project schedule without significant delays in receiving comments, data, or approvals. o If project delays extend beyond the originally anticipated timeline, a budget adjustment may be requested to account for schedule extensions. 7. Budget and Billing o All rates are fully burdened and include overhead, insurance, and administrative costs. o The not -to -exceed budget will not be exceeded without prior written authorization. o Optional Task 3 will only be billed if explicitly authorized in writing. 2.5 Administrative Draft Resources Management Element Casc will update the Resources Management Element of the City's General Plan. The update will indicate ways to provide equitable access to open space for all residents; show climate resilience and other co -benefits of open space; and provide rewilding opportunities pursuant to SB 1425. Due to the accelerated schedule, this Task includes one (1) review cycle prior to preparing the Public Review Draft. Time and budget allocated to this Task are intended to complete all essential updates to the Resources Management Element necessary to meet the accelerated January 1, 2026, deadline, emphasizing a practical and streamlined approach rather than extensive enhancements. Deliverables: • Administrative Draft Resources Management Element. Note: The budget and schedule for the Administrative Draft documents do not account for reformatting or modernizing the existing General Plan Elements. If the City is adopting a new format for the 2023 General Plan and Zoning Code Update, Casc will utilize the format template provided by the City or its consultant and will transfer the original content into the new layout, applying redlines as needed per State Law requirements. 2.6 Public Review Draft Resources Management Element Following review of the Administrative Draft by City staff, Casc will incorporate the comments and prepare a Public Review Draft Resources Management Element for the environmental review process. The City will be responsible for making the Public Review Draft available to the public and stakeholders for a minimum period of thirty (30) days. This task includes one (1) review cycle prior to preparing the Final Resources Management Element. If additional cycles are required, they will be prepared under separate authorization. Deliverables: Public Review Draft Resources Management Element. 2.7 Final Resources Management Element Casc will prepare the Final Resources Management Element, including minor changes to the Public Review Draft required by City Staff, Planning Commission, and City Council. Casc will provide the City with the Final Resources Management Element within five (5) days of receiving comments on the Public Hearing Draft. If additional cycles are required, they will be prepared under separate authorization. Deliverables: • Final Resources Management Element. 2.8 CEQA Compliance Based on the policy -driven nature of the Resources Management Element update, Casc anticipates the City may rely on the Commonsense Exemption (CEQA Guidelines §15061(b)(3)), provided the Element does not propose site -specific projects or result in foreseeable environmental impacts. Casc will prepare supporting documentation for this exemption, including a brief CEQA memorandum justifying its applicability. This task assumes CEQA compliance will proceed in parallel with adoption efforts and will not delay project completion. Deliverables: • Commonsense Exemption under CEQA Guidelines §15061(b)(3). Note: If implementation actions (e.g., habitat restoration or rewilding projects) are introduced that warrant additional analysis, Casc will notify the City and provide a scope and cost estimate for further CEQA review. 2.9 GIS Exhibits Casc's GIS Specialist will update Figure 4-1, Figure 4-2, and prepare one (1) additional exhibit if needed based on further discussions with City staff. A total of twelve (12) hours is allocated to prepare up to three (3) exhibits. If additional time or revisions beyond one (1) review cycle per exhibit are required, they will be provided under separate authorization. Deliverables: • Up to three (3) GIS Exhibits. Note: If extensive discrepancies are identified with the data provided by the City at any time during the duration of the Project or additional revisions to exhibits in excess of one (1), separate authorization will be required. 2.10 Public Hearings (Phase 1) Casc will attend one (1) public hearing before Planning Commission and one (1) public hearing before City Council for the presentation of the draft and final Resources Management Element after which the requested changes shall be incorporated into the document. City Staff will be responsible for the preparation of Staff Reports. Casc can prepare the Staff Report under separate authorization. Deliverables: • One (1) Planning Commission Hearing. • One (1) City Council Hearing. 3.1 Due Diligence Memorandum - Circulation and Public Safety Elements Casc will initiate research for the Circulation and Public Safety Elements concurrently with Phase 1. For the Public Safety Element, this includes a review of existing goals, policies, and programs, as well as relevant State requirements under AB 2684 and SB 1241. Casc will evaluate the City's exposure to wildfire risk and other geologic or climate -related hazards using available Cal Fire data, hazard severity zone maps, and the City's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), if applicable. The update will identify hazard -prone areas, assess the adequacy of existing evacuation routes and emergency response infrastructure, and review the accessibility of critical facilities and vulnerable populations. Casc will analyze fire hazard severity, climate adaptation and resilience strategies, and infrastructure vulnerability, and will recommend feasible land use, design, and policy approaches to reduce long-term risk from natural hazards and strengthen overall public safety. Forthe Circulation Element, Casc will review the City's existing circulation network, truck routes, and relevant regional transportation plans (e.g., SCAG RTP/SCS, Caltrans truck route inventories), along with local infrastructure constraints. A Traffic Study will be conducted to evaluate movement patterns and identify truck routing strategies that minimize impacts on residential neighborhoods and sensitive receptors. This will serve as a foundation for policy development and targeted community engagement in Phase 2. This Task includes up to one (1) review cycle. Deliverables: • Due Diligence Memorandum. 3.2 Project Description Casc proposes to prepare a Project Description (PD) for Phase II, which will comply with CECW Guidelines, articulate the proposed development activity, and convey pertinent information based on the Project Kick -Off Meeting and the communication follow-up with City. Once the Project Description is prepared and agreed upon by all entities, Casc will conduct a preliminary environmental compliance review to determine the appropriate level of environmental review to comply with the California Environmental Quality Act ("CECW'). The Project Schedule will be updated to accommodate for findings, recommendations, and the expected arrival of any requested materials from the City and the Applicant. Deliverables: Project Description 3.3 Community Outreach — Optional* Given the accelerated timeline, Casc will coordinate with City staff to implement a focused outreach effort to inform the public, interested parties, and decision makers of the Circulation and Public Safety Element update. The following subtasks are included as part of Phase 2. 3.3.1 Community Workshop Casc will facilitate one (1) virtual community workshop to gather input on circulation, hazard mitigation, and climate resilience. The PowerPoint prepared for the community workshop will include up to one (1) review cycle. Additional review cycles or in - person workshops will be provided under separate authorization. 3.3.2 Joint Study Session Casc will facilitate two (2) in -person joint study sessions with the 1) Public Safety Commission and Traffic Commission and 2) Planning Commission and City Council to gather input on hazard mitigation, climate resilience, and circulation and to discuss preliminary policy directions. The PowerPoints prepared for the joint study sessions will include up to one (1) review cycle. Additional study sessions and/or review cycles will be provided under separate authorization. Deliverables: • One (1) virtual community workshop and PowerPoint presentation. • Two (2) in -person joint study sessions and PowerPoint presentations. 3.4 Technical Studies LOS-1: TRAFFIC STUDY BASED ON LEVEL OF SERVICE (LOS) Consistent with the currently adopted City General Plan, the traffic analysis will evaluate both intersections and roadway capacities throughout the City. Analysis assumptions will be vetted with City staff prior to commencing with the count progra m or analysis. Land use information (currently Approved and Proposed) will need to be provided to Urban Crossroads along with identification of any proposed roadway network changes (classification or new roadway connections). Scoping LOS-1,1 Establish the required study area intersections to be evaluated in the traffic impact analysis based on the City traffic study guidelines, or as directed by the lead agency. Prepare a draft of the traffic study scoping assumptions and submit it to the jurisdiction for review and approval. Interface with jurisdiction staff to finalize the traffic study scoping agreement. The 2010 General Plan Circulation Element evaluated 28 study area intersections and 24 roadway segments. Roadway System LOS-1.2 Collect peak hour turning movement counts, at up to 28 key roadway segment locations (in consultation with the City). 24-hour roadway segment counts would also be collected at up to 15 key roadway segments. The existing daily traffic volumes at remaining roadway segments will be calculated based on a factor from peak hour volumes. Traffic counts will not be collected until schools return for the 2025-2026 school year and are operating on normal bell schedules. LOS-1.3 Verify intersection traffic control measures, approach lanes at intersections, and through travel lanes along roadway segments. Identify and discuss Congestion Management Program (CMP) System Roadways within the City. Transit System LOS-1.4 Document existing transit services within and near the City, including bus routes, park -and -ride facilities and railway network. Existing Bikeway/Trails System LOS-1.5 Document existing pedestrian and bikeway facilities within and near the City, by type. LOS-1.6 Document existing trails network within and near the City. Truck Circulation LOS-1.7 Document existing truck circulation network and any restrictions based on the City's current Municipal Codes within and near the City. General Plan Buildout Traffic Projections LOS-1.8 Land use information and any network changes will be modified under the "With Project" condition and changes will e coded into the SCAG 2024 ABM horizon year travel demand model. The "without project" volume information will be extracted from the unmodified base horizon year SCAG 2024 model. LOS-1.9 Review the initial estimates of the raw daily traffic volumes for reasonableness, including the review of traffic flow conservation and peak -to -daily volume ratios. Adjust the initial raw model estimates to achieve flow conservation, reasonable growth, and plausible diversion between parallel routes through post -processing. Land use information for Without and With Project conditions to be provided by City staff. LOS-1.10 Calculate General Plan Buildout (2045) Without Project future daily traffic flows on up to 28 study area intersections and 24 study area roadway segments. LOS-1.11 Calculate General Plan Buildout (2045) With Project future daily traffic flows on up to 28 study area intersections and 24 study area roadway segments. Roadway Segment Analysis Assess the peak hour intersection operations and roadway segment volume-tocapacity and corresponding Level of Service (LOS) for up to 28 study area intersections and 24 study area roadway segments, for each of the following traffic conditions: • Existing Conditions • General Plan Buildout Without Project • General Plan Buildout With Project LOS-1.13 Identify physical improvements needed to achieve/maintain acceptable LOS at each study area intersection and roadway segment for each of the traffic scenarios listed in Task LOS-1.11. LOS-1.14 Summarize findings in a draft Traffic Study report. LOS-2: LEVEL OF SERVICE (LOS) RESPONSE TO COMMENTS LOS-2.1 Revise the draft traffic study report based on comments provided by the Client and Lead agency for up to 1 review cycle. LOS-2.2 Assist the CEQA preparer with preparation of response to comments on the draft CEQA document. MA/PH-3: MEETINGS MA-3.1 Attend external team or agency coordination meetings and calls as directed. PH-3.2 Preparation and attendance at up to two public hearings/meetings. 3.5 Public Safety and Circulation Elements 3.5.1 Administrative Draft Public Safety Element Casc will update the Public Safety Element of the City's General Plan pursuant to AB 2684 and SB 1241. The update will be informed by the Due Diligence Memorandum, which will summarize baseline conditions and regulatory context. These findings will support the identification and analysis of extreme heat hazards, wildfire hazards, and other hazard mitigation measures within the City. The update will identify hazard -prone areas, assess the adequacy of existing evacuation routes and emergency response infrastructure, and review the accessibility of critical facilities and vulnerable populations. The revised Element will include policies and strategies to avoid, minimize, or mitigate barriers to public safety. This task includes moderate revisions to the Public Safety Element text and up to two (2) review cycles with City staff. Deliverables: • Administrative Draft Public Safety Element. • Draft Public Safety Element. Note: The budget and schedule for the Administrative Draft documents do not account for reformatting or modernizing the existing General Plan Elements. If the City is adopting a new format for the 2023 General Plan and Zoning Code Update, Casc will utilize the format template provided by the City or its consultant and will transfer the original content into the new layout, applying redlines as needed per State Law requirements. 3.5.2 Administrative Draft Circulation Element Casc will update the Circulation Element of the City's General Plan pursuant to AB 1889. The update will be informed by the Due Diligence Memorandum, which will incorporate baseline conditions, relevant policy context, and findings from the Traffic Impact Analysis. These findings will support the identification and refinement of truck routes to safely accommodate the transport of goods, materials, and freight while avoiding residential areas and sensitive receptors. The updated Element will establish or clarify preferred truck routing strategies that prioritize interstate or state divided highways, and, where necessary, maximize the use of arterial roads, major thoroughfares, and commercially oriented local streets. Casc will also recommend steps to make designated truck routes publicly accessible in GIS format to support transparency and long-term implementation. This task includes minor -to -moderate updates to the Circulation Element text and up to two (2) review cycles with City staff. Deliverables: • Administrative Draft Circulation Element. • Draft Circulation Element. Note: The budget and schedule for the Administrative Draft documents do not account for reformatting or modernizing the existing General Plan Elements. If the City is adopting a new format for the 2023 General Plan and Zoning Code Update, Casc will utilize the format template provided by the City or its consultant and will transfer the original content into the new layout, applying redlines as needed per State Law requirements. 3.5.3 Public Review Draft Public Safety and Circulation Elements Following review of the Administrative Draft Elements by City staff, Casc will incorporate the comments and prepare a Public Review Draft Public Safety and Circulation Element for the environmental review process. The City will be responsible for making the Public Review Drafts available to the public and stakeholders for a minimum period of thirty (30) days. One (1) review cycle. Deliverables: • Public Review Draft Public Safety Element. • Public Review Draft Circulation Element. 3.5.4 Final Public Safety and Circulation Elements Casc will prepare the Final Public Safety and Circulation Element, including any minor changes to the Public Review Drafts required by City Staff, Planning Commission, and City Council. Casc will provide the City with the Final Public Safety and Circulation Element within five (5) days of receiving comments on the Public Hearing Draft. One (1) review cycle. 10 Deliverables: • Final Public Safety Element. • Final Circulation Element. 3.6 CEQA Compliance Based on the policy -driven nature of the Public Safety and Circulation Element update, Casc anticipates the City may rely on the Commonsense Exemption (CEQA Guidelines §15061(b)(3)), provided the Element does not propose site -specific projects or result in foreseeable environmental impacts. Casc will prepare supporting documentation for this exemption, including a brief CEQA memorandum justifying its applicability. This task assumes CEQA compliance will proceed in parallel with adoption efforts and will not delay project completion. Deliverables: • Commonsense Exemption under CEQA Guidelines §15061(b)(3). Note: If implementation actions (e.g., habitat restoration or rewilding projects) are introduced that warrant additional analysis, Casc will notify the City and provide a scope and cost estimate for further CEQA review. 3.7 GIS Exhibits It is anticipated that Casc's GIS Specialist will update the following exhibits: • Figure 3-1 Existing Roadway Classifications • Figure 3-2 Level of Service Values - Study Intersections, Future with General Plan Development • Figure 3-3 Level of Service Values - Study Roadway Segment, Future with General Plan Development • Figure 3-4 Circulation Plan for Major Rosemead Roadways • Figure 3-5 Corridors Recommended for Signal Synchronization • Figure 3-6 Existing Bicycle Routes and Potential Future Routes • Figure 5-1 City Area Geology Map • Figure 5-2 Earthquake Faults • Figure 5-3 Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone • Figure 5-4 Fault Hazard Management Zones (FHMZ) • Figure 5-5 Areas Susceptible to Earthquake Induced Liquefaction & Landslides • Figure 5-6 FEMA Flood Hazard Zones • Figure 5-7 Dam Failure Inundation Areas • Figure 5-8 Important Facilities Time allocated to this Task also includes the preparation of two (2) additional exhibits based on further discussions with City Staff. Casc has allocated a total of 100 hours to prepare up to sixteen (16) exhibits. If additional hours are needed to complete this task, they will be provided under separate authorization. One (1) review cycle for each exhibit is allocated to this Task. Deliverables: • Up to sixteen (16) GIS Exhibits. Note: If extensive discrepancies are identified with the data provided by the City at any time during the duration of the Project or additional revisions to exhibits in excess of one (1), separate authorization will be required. 3.8 Public Hearings Casc will attend one (1) public hearing before Planning Commission and one (1) public hearing before City Council for presentation of the draft and final Circulation and Public Safety Elements after which the requested changes shall be incorporated into the document. Casc will prepare staff reports, resolutions and ordinances for the adoption of the Updated Circulation and Public Safety Elements. If additional hearings are requested, they will be provided under separate authorization. Deliverables: • One (1) Planning Commission Hearing. • One (1) City Council Hearing. 11 4.1 Meetings and Coordination Casc has allocated a total of eight (8) hours per month for meetings and coordination over the course of the Project, from September 2025 through July 2026. This includes one (1) scheduled check -in meeting per month with City staff- up to eleven (11) meetings in total and 88 hours allocated. Meetings will be used to review interim deliverables, discuss schedule, budget, and milestones, provide progress updates, and proactively address potential issues or coordination needs. This task also includes coordination with subconsultants. All meetings will be conducted virtually unless otherwise requested. If additional meetings or bi-weekly check -ins are desired by the City, separate authorization will be required. Deliverables: • Virtual Monthly Meetings. 5.1 Contingency Task - Optional* The City may wish to include a contingency in the program budget to cover additional meetings, printing costs and preparation of miscellaneous letters, memos, staff reports, exhibits, notices, or other documents as requested in the Request for Proposals. Casc will bill these tasks and direct costs on a time and material basis. If additional tasks/costs are required beyond this allowance, we will bill for additional work on a reimbursable basis with prior authorization from the City. Tasks within the Contingency Task may include but are not limited to: additional exhibits, additional exhibit modifications, additional meetings and coordination, additional review cycles, extensive comments on planning documents, changes to the project description, translation services, additional printing costs, additional outreach and engagement efforts, additional travel expenses, additional data collection and/or analysis beyond what was initially scoped, etc. The purpose of the Contingency Task is to set aside additional funds to address unexpected issues (risk mitigation), flexibility to adapt to unforeseen challenges without jeopardizing Project success, schedule, quality assurance for extensive revisions, and budget flexibility. Casc has allocated a total amount for the Contingency task in the project budget. Once the contingency task is exhausted, separate authorization would be required. Casc will work with the City to decrease the contingency task if necessary, however, the minimum contingency task recommended is $5,000. Our experience from other projects that having a contingency task allows us to continue working and meeting project milestones without jeopardizing the project's success. The purpose of the contingency task is to address unforeseen circumstances and changes, ensuring that the project remains on track and that the agreed -upon objectives are achieved within the allocated budget and timeline. 12 TIMELINE The schedule below reflects a contract duration from September 2025 to May 2026 (9 months). Prepare Deliverables City Review Period Finalize Deliverables 1.1 Project Kick -Off Meeting 9/15/2025 N/A 9/19/2025 Phase 1. Resources..-ment Element 9/15/2025 — 9/26/2025 9/29/2025—10/03/2025 10/08/2025 2.1 Due Diligence Memorandum 2.2 Project Description 9/15/2025 — 9/19/2025 9/22/2025 — 9/26/2025 10/01/2025 2.3.1 Community Workshop TBD — Week of TBD TBD 10/06/2025 2.4 Biological Resource Assessment 9/15/2025—10/24/2025 10/27/2025—10/31/2025 11/07/2025 2.5 Administrative Draft Resources Management Element 2.6 Public Review Draft Resources Management Element 2.7 Final Resources Management Element 2.8 CEQA Compliance 2.9 GIS Exhibits 2.10 Public Hearings 3.1 Due Diligence Memorandum 3.2 Project Description 3.3.1 Community Workshop 3.3.2 Joint Study Session 3.4 LOS Traffic Study 3.5.1 Administrative Draft Public Safety Element 3.5.2 Administrative Draft Circulation Element 3.5.3 Public Review Draft Public Safety and Circulation Elements 3.5.4 Final Public Safety and Circulation Elements 3.6 CEQA Compliance 3.7 GIS Exhibits 3.8 Public Hearings 9/22/2025 — 10/3/2025 10/06/2025 — 10/10/2025 10/17/2025 10/20/2025 — 10/22/2025 11/18/2025 PR Period: 10/23/2025 — 11/07/2025 TBD 11/12/2025 12/12/2025 10/06/2025 — 10/10/2025 10/13/2025 — 10/17/2025 10/22/2025 9/15/2025 — 9/26/2025 9/29/2025 — 10/03/2025 10/08/2025 PC:11/1712025 CC:12/09/2025 10/27/2025 — 11/07/2025 10/13/2025 — 10/17/2025 TBD — Week of 12/08/2025 TBD 9/15/2025 — 10/24/2025 12/01/2025 — 12/12/2025 12/29/2025 — 01/09/2026 12/01/2025 — 12/12/2025 12/29/2025 — 01/09/2026 01/26/2026 — 02/06/2026 04/07/2026 11/10/2025 — 11/14/2025 10/20/2025 — 10/24/2025 TBD TBD 10/27/2025 — 10/31/2025 12/15/2025 — 12/26/2025 01/12/2026 — 01/16/2026 12/15/2025 — 12/26/2025 01/12/2026 — 01/16/2026 PR Period: 02/09/2026 — 03/06/2026 TBD 01/19/2026 — 01/23/2026 01/26/2026 — 01/30/2026 10/27/2025 — 11/07/2025 11/10/2025 — 11/14/2025 11/20/2025 10/31/2025 TBD TBD 11/07/2025 01/23/2026 01/23/2026 03/13/2026 05/13/2026 02/06/2026 11/20/2025 PC:04/06/2026 CC:05/12/2026 13 SECTION 2. PROJECT TEAM, KEY PERSONNEL, AND RESUMES ORGANIZATIONAL CHART Casc has assembled a skilled team tailored to meet the City of Rosemead's needs. our staff brings extensive experience in General Plan updates and environmental compliance, with credentials that reflect their expertise. The organizational chart below illustrates a streamlined structure designed to ensure clear communication, efficient coordination, and successful project delivery. STEVE WEISS, AICP FRANK COYLE JASON AC SENIOR PLANNER DIRECTOR OF PLANNING CEQA Al ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING DOCUMENTS f!SU!BCON! DOCUMENTS/STUDIES DANIELLE ORNELAS LEAD SENIOR PLANNER KATIE ASSOCIATE FAULKNER PLANNER BEN HAMADA, SUAS GIS SPECIALIST ZTRA AN CROSSROADS FFIC STUDY 14 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 35+ Years EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: B.S. Community and Regional Planning, Iowa State University, IA PROFESSIONAL AWARDS: ASCE Los Angeles Section San Bernardino -Riverside Branch for Urban or Land Development Project - KTM Motorsports Headquarters AEP Award CAP - City of Hesperia AREAS OF EXPERTISE: o Agency Coordination o General Plans o Specific Plans o CEQA/NEPA o Project Management o Planning Entitlements o Presenting at Public Hearings Mr. Coyle brings over 35 years of experience leading complex planning efforts across California, with deep expertise in General Plans, Specific Plans, Zoning Codes, and CEQA compliance. He has managed more than 45 on -call planning and environmental contracts and is known for delivering high -quality, actionable plans that balance regulatory compliance with community priorities. As Casc's Director of Planning, Mr. Coyle oversees a diverse range of long-range planning projects and environmental documents. He regularly works with planning commissions, city councils, and advisory committees to craft policy documents that are both visionary and implementable. His expertise spans visioning, regulatory development, CEQA/NEPA analysis, and public engagement. Prior to joining Casc in 2019, Mr. Coyle served as Deputy Planning Director for the County of Riverside, where he led both the Advanced and Current Planning Divisions. There, he managed the County's first Climate Action Plan and oversaw a comprehensive overhaul of its zoning code. His extensive resume includes: • 20+ General Plan Updates and Amendments • 30+Comprehensive Zoning Code Updates and Zoning Ordinance Amendments • 20+ Specific Plans and Amendments • 100+ Initial Studies and 20+ Environmental Impact Reports • 6 Community Plans and 15+ Design Guidelines • 20+ Planned Unit Developments Selected Protect Experience: • Land Use & Community Design Element and Residential Zoning Code Update, City of Buena Park • City of Hesperia General Plan Update and CAP, City of Hesperia • Riverside County General Plan Update and General Plan EIR, County of Riverside • Business Park Specific Plan Modernization, Economic Analysis, and General Plan Amendment, City of Cypress • Santa Ana River Trail Project Environmental Studies, Riverside County Parks and Open Space District • Highway 74 Community Plan, EIR, and General Plan Amendment, County of Riverside TLMA • General Plan Focused Amendments Land Use and Circulation Elements, City of Banning • Domenigoni—Barton Properties Specific Plan No. 310 and Amendment No. 1, County of Riverside TLMA • Temecula Valley Wine Country Community Plan and Program EIR, Riverside County TLMA • Anaheim Five Coves (Northern Extension) Trail Project IS/MND, City of Anaheim • Redlands Heritage Park Master Plan IS/MND, City of Redlands • Addendum to the General Plan EIR, City of Highland 15 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Mr. Weiss brings 30 years of public and private sector experience throughout multiple Counties and Cities. Mr. Weiss is a resource and mentor that understands that skills can 30 Years make a difference in terms of accountability, productivity, and quality. Mr. Weiss has overseen countless planning, consulting services, code enforcement, building and safety EDUCATIONAL functions, organization and completion of major studies, projects and assignments BACKGROUND: throughout his career. B.A. Urban Planning & Selected Project Experience: Environmental Studies, Sonoma City of Grand Terrace, Planning and Development Services Director State University o Oversaw planning, code enforcement, and building and safety functions, and the organization and completion of major studies, projects and assignments within the department PROFESSIONAL P o Developed, evaluated, and presented departmental operating and capital AFFILIATIONS: budgets. Coordinated departmental activities with other City departments and public and private agencies; attends professional meetings and conferences. o Association Of Environmental o Reviewed major land use, building, and code enforcement policy issues with staff, Professionals (Past Orange other managers, the Planning Commission, City Manager's Office, and City County AEP Scholarship Council. Coordinator, Treasurer, o Oversaw the administration of professional consulting services contracts. Selects, President, Secretary) trains, motivates and evaluates staff; prepares and presents employee o American Institute Of performance evaluations; provides or coordinates staff training; works with Certified Planners (AICP) employees to correct deficiencies; recommends and implements disciplinary since 1999 procedures in consultation with Human Resources. o Member of California State City of Colton, Planning Manager Association Of Counties o Oversaw planning and consultant staff (2017) o Member of Management Team o County Planning Directors o Close working relationship with the Commissions and Council Association (2017) o Project Manager oversaw Development Agreement, General Plan Amendment, o Urban Land Institute Zone Change and other advanced legislative/environmental initiatives o Oversaw budget and personnel AREAS OF EXPERTISE: County of Riverside, Planning Director o Municipal Planning & o Oversaw a large planning and consultant staff Development Oversight o Member of Executive Management o Budget & Contract o Close working relationship with the Board of Supervisors Management o Oversaw business and customer service initiatives o Government Relations & o Completed or nearly completed General Plan, Housing, and Zoning Ordinance Public Agency comprehensive updates Coordination City of Irvine, Principal Planner o Project Entitlements & o Supervised the Economic Development & Environmental Review o Authored the City's Economic Development Plan o Oversaw the City's waste management contract o Supervised the Project Entitlement Division. A 17-member team within the Community Development Department. o Overseen $4 Million of employee and consultant contracts o Appointed Zoning Administrator Coordinator o Appointed Subdivision Committee liaison 44 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 8 Years EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: B.S., Psychology, California Baptist University, Riverside, CA PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS, TRAINING CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & AFFILIATIONS o Fingerprint Rolling Certification, Department of Justice o Salesperson License (Real Estate) - In Progress o American Planning Association (APA) AREAS OF EXPERTISE: o General Plan Updates o Specific Plans o Objective Design Standards o Zoning Code Updates o Community Outreach o Research and Analysis o Planning Entitlements o State Housing Laws Ms. Reineman is a Senior Planner with over eight years of experience in long-range planning, community engagement, and document design. She specializes in developing accessible, user-friendly planning materials that clearly communicate complex planning concepts to a broad public audience. Her work includes the preparation of general plan updates, specific plans, design and development standards, and zoning code updates for jurisdictions throughout Southern California. Ms. Reineman excels in synthesizing existing conditions data, conducting planning -related research, and facilitating meaningful public engagement strategies. She advises clients on inclusive outreach approaches tailored to the unique demographics and values of each community —leveraging both traditional and digital engagement tools. Drawing on her previous experience as a Program Coordinator and Community Outreach Specialist, Ms. Reineman brings a thoughtful, equity -focused perspective to planning efforts, making her well -suited to support La Canada Flintridge's Open Space, Recreation, Conservation, and Circulation Element updates. Selected Project Experience: • General Plan Update, Zoning Code Update, Objective Design Standards, and Focused EIR, City of Buena Park, CA • Comprehensive General Plan Update, City of Banning, CA • Business Park Specific Plan Modernization, Economic Analysis, and General Plan Amendment, City of Cypress, CA • Dome nigoni-Barton Properties Specific Plan No. 310, General Plan Amendment, and Zoning Ordinance, Amendment, Riverside County, CA • Highway 74 Business Corridor Community Plan, Programmatic EIR, and General Plan Amendment, Riverside County, CA • Hybrid Form -Based Code, City of Walnut, CA • Comprehensive Zoning Code Update, City of Desert Hot Springs, CA • KTM Motorsports Planning Entitlements and IS/MND, Riverside County, CA • Riverside 40 Planning Entitlements and Design Guidelines, Vista Santa Rosa, CA • Downtown Ontario Planned Unit Development, City of Ontario, CA • French Valley Marketplace Specific Plan, Riverside County, CA • Diamond Valley Estates Specific Plan, Riverside County, CA • Indian Mesa Specific Plan Amendment, City of La Quinta, CA • IS/MND and Planning Entitlements for Rancho Belago Phase II Apartments, Riverside County, CA • Peer -Review of Environmental Assessment to meet HUD Requirements, City of Moreno Valley, CA • Victor Valley Connection Mixed -Use Planned Unit Development, City of Victorville, CA • Dynasty Estates Planned Unit Development, San Bernardino County, CA • Housing Conditions and Vacant Land Survey, City of El Centro, CA 17 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 10 Years EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: B.S., Environmental Planning and GIS, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, PA AREAS OF EXPERTISE: o Project Management o Zoning Code Updates o General Plan Updates o Planning Entitlements o Community Plans o CEQA/NEPA o Spatial Analysis/GIS o Public Engagement o Website Design & Social Media Ms. Bruckhart brings over a decade of experience in long-range planning, General Plan updates, urban design, and CEQA compliance. She has expertise in Open Space, Recreation, and Conservation planning, with a strong record of developing policy frameworks that balance ecological integrity, recreational access, and community resilience. Notably, Ms. Bruckhart played a key role in the San Bernardino Countywide Plan —a landmark, web -based General Plan update that integrated all elements into a unified policy platform. Her contributions focused on open space preservation, habitat connectivity, and equitable access to parks and recreational amenities across diverse geographies, from dense urban centers to remote desert and mountain communities. Her work involved mapping ecological linkages, evaluating development impacts on wildlife movement, and advancing climate -resilient strategies, including rewilding opportunities. She collaborated closely with County departments and stakeholders to ensure that conservation and recreation policies were data -driven, actionable, and aligned with state mandates such as SB 1000 and SB 379. In addition to her policy work, Ms. Bruckhart has prepared zoning code updates, design guidelines, preliminary drafts of General Plan elements, and urban infill development concepts. Herskill set spans project management, public engagement, code compliance, and environmental review —making her a strong asset for the City of Rosemead. Selected Project Experience: • General Plan Update, Zoning Code Update, Objective Design Standards, and Focused EIR, City of Buena Park, CA • Comprehensive General Plan Update, City of Banning, CA • Comprehensive Zoning Code Update, City of Desert Hot Springs, CA • Domenigoni-Barton Properties Specific Plan No. 310, General Plan Amendment, and Zoning Ordinance, Amendment, Riverside County, CA • 021-2029 Housing Element Update, County of San Bernardino, • Development Code Updates, County of San Bernardino, CA • Open Counter Implementation, County of San Bernardino, CA • San Bernardino County General Plan Update, County of San Bernardino • San Bernardino Countywide Plan Update, County of San Bernardino • Placentia Hotel Notice of Exemption, City of Placentia • Lockhart Solar Peer Review ISMND, County of San Bernardino • Oasis Rd. Gas Station, Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (ISMND) & Fire Protection Plan, San Bernardino County • 021-2029 Housing Element Update, County of San Bernardino, • Velocity Truck Center, Addendum to IS/MND, San Bernardino County • California Street and Redlands Blvd Improvement IS/MND, City of Redlands • Winchester Rd. Industrial Business Center, SPA, Riverside County • Pioneertown Motel ISMND, County of San Bernardino • Dynasty PUD & TTM 20475, IS/MND, City of Victorville • Highway 74 Business Corridor Community Plan and Programmatic EIR, County of Riverside 18 11,A DANIELLE C7 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Ms. Ornelas brings over 10 years of experience as an environmental professional, with a 10 + Years specialized background in open space, recreation, and environmental interpretation. Her career began in park and botanical garden settings, where she developed inclusive programming for diverse audiences —particularly older adults and intergenerational EDUCATIONAL groups —centered around ecosystem services, habitat awareness, and equitable access to BACKGROUND: nature. She has created and evaluated hands-on environmental education programs, o M.S. Conservation designed volunteer docent training, and coordinated community events that highlight the Leadership, Colorado recreational and ecological value of open space. State University At Casc, Ms. Ornelas leads the preparation of CEQA and NEPA documents for a wide range of o B.S. Environmental projects, including General Plan updates, Housing Elements, Zoning Code Amendments, and Studies, Sonoma State site -specific development proposals. She manages technical studies in air quality, GHG, University traffic, cultural resources, and other disciplines, ensuring that environmental documentation o State/National is legally defensible and aligned with agency requirements. AmeriCorps Member Ms. Ornelas's combined experience in compliance and community -based recreation planning makes her especially well -suited to support the City of Rosemead. PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS & Selected Project Experience: CERTIFICATIONS Land Use and Community Design Element and Residential Zoning Code Update, City o California Association of Buena Park (Focused EIR) . General Plan Focused Amendments Land Use and Circulation Elements, City of of Environmental Banning (Focused EIR) Professionals a Frederick's Ridge Residential Development (Focused EIR) o Certified Interpretive Winchester Road Business Park (Focused EIR), Riverside County TLMA Guide, National Pioneertown Motel Expansion (IS/MND), San Bernardino County • Maverick Gas Station (IS/MND & Fire Protection Plan), San Bernardino County Association for Stargazing Glamping (IS/MND), San Bernardino County Interpretation Dos Lagos Luxury Condominiums (IS/MND), City of Corona o Open Standards for Hemet 94 Tentative Tract Map No. 38873 (IS/MND), City of Hemet the Practice of Starling Heights Specific Plan (IS/MND), City of Yucaipa Conservation, The California St. and Redlands Blvd. Intersection Widening (IS/MND), City of Redlands • Proctor Avenue Development Industrial, IS/MND, City of Industry Nature Conservancy 184 South 6th Avenue— Industry Redevelopment IS/MND, City of Industry • 17969 Railroad Street— Industry Redevelopment IS/MND, City of Industry AREAS OF EXPERTISE: Raahauge's Shooting Range, County of Riverside (IS/MND) o Project Management Copart 40 and Copart 10, Palmdale (IS/MND's) o CEQA/NEPA Copart 66 and Copart 18, Adelanto (IS/MND's) • Field Interpretation & Volunteer Training Programs, California State Parks & May o Entitlement Process Arboretum & Botanical Garden, Reno, NV o Environmental Field Research on Overuse in Open Space, Pineridge Natural Area, Fort Collins, CO Compliance Collaborative Conservation and Situation Assessment, Bird Conservancy of the o Environmental Impact Rockies, CO Analysis 19 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Ms. Faulkner is an Environmental Assistant Planner with a background in wildlife biology, conservation, and environmental planning. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Wildlife, 4 Years Fish, and Conservation Biology from the University of California, Davis, where she gained hands-on experience in habitat assessment, ecological field methods, and data -driven environmental analysis. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: At Casc, Katelyn provides technical support on CECIA and NEPA documentation for a variety o B.S., Wildlife, Fish, and of long-range planning efforts, including General Plan updates, Initial Studies, Mitigated Conservation Biology, Negative Declarations, and Specific Plan amendments. Her experience is complemented by University of volunteer work with the California Raptor Center, where she contributed to public education, habitat care, and species interpretation. Katelyn's interdisciplinary foundation in biological California, Davis science and public outreach informs her approach to planning for open space, habitat o Associate's in connectivity, and community -centered conservation. Science, Geographic Information System, Selected Project Experience: Mt. San Jacinto General Plan Update, City of Banning • Land Use and Community Design Element and Residential Zoning Code Update College Focused EIR, City of Buena Park • Specific Plan Amendment to SP 310 Domenigoni- Barton Properties (SPA No. 1), AREAS OF EXPERTISE: Riverside County o Environmental ISMND Rancho 12 Tentative Tract Map No. 38294, City of Temecula Analysis/Compliance Dos Lagos Luxury Condos— Hutton Properties, City of Corona • Design Manual and Focused EIR, Ardis Ranch, County of Riverside o Biological Resources . ISMND Starling Heights Specific Plan, Tentative Tract Map 20372, City of Yucaipa o CEQA/NEPA 0 Loyal Brothers Truck/Trailer Repair and Maintenance Facility, City of Hesperia o Field Surveys Dos Lagos Luxury Condos, City of Corona o Quality Hemet 94 Tentative Tract Map No. 38873, City of Hemet Assurance/Quality • 17969 Railroad Street, ISMND, City of Industry ISMND Proctor Avenue Development Industrial, ISMND, City of Industry Control ISMND 184 South 6th Avenue— Industry Redevelopment, City of Industry • ISMND 17969 Railroad Street— Industry Redevelopment, City of Industry • Raahauge's Shooting Range, County of Riverside • Copart40 and Copart 10, Palmdale • Copart 66 and Copart 18, Adelanto • Copart 61, Adelanto • Oasis Road and Highway 138 Gas Station, San Bernardino County • California Street and Redlands Boulevard Intersection Widening Project, Redlands • Southern California Edison, On -Call Environmental Support, Los Angeles and Riverside County • Southern California Edison, On -Call Environmental Clearance Program, Los Angeles and Riverside County • Southern California Edison, On -Call Vegetation Management, Riverside County 20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Ms. Reineman conducts environmental analysis, offers technical assistance, conducts research on project parameters, and prepares graphics and renderings for General Plans, 5 Years Specific Plans, Master Plans, Zoning Code Updates, and Development Standards. She compiles information from various sources to support the team, applicants, agencies, EDUCATIONAL stakeholders, and the general public. BACKGROUND: Selected Prolect Experience: B.S., Environmental General Plan Update, Zoning Code Update, Objective Design Standards, and Focused EIR, City of Buena Park Science, University of 0 Dome nigoni-Barton Specific Plan Amendment, Riverside County Redlands, CA a Comprehensive General Plan Update and Initial Study, City of Banning • Comprehensive Zoning Code Update, City of Desert Hot Springs AREAS OF EXPERTISE: Form -Based Zoning Ordinance Amendment, City of Walnut o Environmental Business Park Specific Plan Modernization, City of Cypress • KTM Motorsports Initial Study and Project Entitlements, Riverside County Compliance Heacock Logistics Parking Lot, City of Moreno Valley o Planning Entitlements • BEN HAMADA, SUAS o Community Outreach • GIS SPECIALIST o QA/QC • Senior Housing Project Initial Study, City of Yucaipa o Research and Analysis Mr. Hamada is a GIs Specialist, bringing over 8 years of experience across academic, YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: government, and private sectors. He holds a Master's in GIS from the University of Redlands and a Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) certificate. His expertise includes geodatabase 8 + Years management, software integration, data quality control, 3D modeling, and data delivery, Mr. Hamada also supports data collection, map production, and GIS training, contributing valuable EDUCATIONAL insights through his diverse background and current GIS strategies. BACKGROUND: Selected Proiect Experience: M.S. GIS, University of • General Plan, Objective Design Standards, Zoning Code Update, and Program EIR, City Redlands, CA of Buena Park, CA • Form -Based Zoning Ordinance Amendment, City of Walnut, CA • Business Park Specific Plan Modernization, City of Cypress, CA PROFESSIONAL • Domenigoni-Barton Specific Plan Amendment, Riverside County, CA CERTIFICATE: • Highway 74 Business Corridor Community Plan and EIR, Riverside County, CA sUAS Remote Pilot • KTM Motorsports Initial Study and Project Entitlements, Riverside County, CA 4577540 Residential Design Manual for Fredericks Ridge, Riverside County, CA • Residential Design Manual for Ardis Ranch, Riverside County, CA • Residential Design Manual for Halberg Ranch, Riverside County, CA 21 -r - - T- SECTION 3. COMPANY QUALIFICATIONS FIRM PROFILE Casc Engineering and Consulting, Inc. (Casc), a California S Corporation, was established in 1993 and brings - ... p s over g 32 years of experience delivering professional consulting services to public agencies throughout Southern California. As a mid -sized consulting firm, Casc combines the attentiveness and agility of a small practice with the technical breadth and interdisciplinary strength typically found in larger firms —an ideal balance for successfully delivering the City of Rosemead's focused General Plan • • • • Update. - • • • Casc offers continuity and accountability through every phase of a project. Our project managers remain �• �- " engaged from proposal through adoption, ensuring consistent leadership, timely coordination, and efficient • • • delivery. Our low staff turnover further supports this • • - - • • • • • continuity, allowing the team initially assigned to stay •1• •. involved through completion. • - • • • With core strengths in Planning and Environmental Compliance —supported by in-house Water Quality, Land • • • • • • • Surveying, and Civil Engineering expertise—Casc has • • ••• • • •• • • • extensive experience assisting cities across Los Angeles, • • • • •- • -• • • - •-• • • Riverside, Orange, and San Bernardino counties with • • - _• • • long-range planning efforts. Our portfolio includes �.•• - • . • General Plan and Specific Plan updates, Element -specific policy development, CEQA documentation, zoning code • updates, and contract planning. This integrated approach allows us to deliver practical, policy -driven solutions that • • •• •• align with community goals and regulatory • • - • • • • • • • requirements. Casc is a certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE • • • • • • • • • - • • • • • • #1440120) and is fully equipped to advance the City of .. . . . . . -• Rosemead's community values, environmental •• • stewardship, and long-range planning priorities. Project Experience GENERAL PLAN UPDATE, ZONING CODE UPDATE, AND FOCUSED EIR CITY OF BUENA PARK The City of Buena Park recently updated its General Plan 2021- 2029 Housing Element in January 2022 for the 6th Cycle of the City's Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA). With a total RHNA of 8,919 housing units, the City can accommodate approximately 10,322 housing units through pending projects, vacant and underutilized land, ADUs, rezoned sites, and Housing Incentive Overlay sites. To meet the City's RHNA allocation, Buena Park initiated the Land Use and Community Design Element and Residential Zoning Code Updates. These updates aim to establish development standards for the General Mixed -Use zone, create standards for six Housing Incentive Overlays with varying densities, and update the existing Housing Opportunities Overlay to allow increased density. In collaboration with the City, Casc proposed a two-phase project approach. Phase 1, completed in January 2024, included the preparation of an interactive GIS map, Objective Design and Development Standards for Housing Incentive Overlays, Citywide Architectural Styles Objective Design Standards, a Specific Plan Amendment, and an Initial Study/Negative Declaration. Central to this phase, Casc crafted design standards for open space areas and identified key amenity features such as community gardens, BBQgrills/picnic stations, dog parks, recreational courts, and outdoor fitness stations. These elements enhance community engagement, recreational opportunities, conservation, and sustainable practices within the City. Phase 2 encompasses the preparation of a General Plan Update, Residential Zoning Code Update, and Focused EIR. In alignment with the Open Space and Conservation Element, Casc emphasizes maintaining and enhancing public facilities and recreational spaces. A summary memorandum identified public facilities within 5-10 miles of the sites, including schools, community centers, a swim stadium, library district, and train station. This comprehensive overview ensures the City's infrastructure supports the growing population and fosters a vibrant, connected community. Casc's update to Buena Park's General Plan will create a cohesive and forward -thinking blueprint, preserving and enhancing the City's open spaces, recreational facilities, and public amenities for future generations, fostering a balanced, healthy, and sustainable urban environment. .eg... � rwnur. woi�u —, — 23 BUSINESS PARK SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT AND MODERNIZATION CITY OF CYPRESS The Cypress Business Park Specific Plan (CBPSP) is supported by a comprehensive General Plan Amendment and Zoning Code Amendment to ensure consistency across all planning documents and streamline future development. The General Plan Amendment aligns the City's Land Use Element with the modernized CBPSP land use designations, reflecting updated definitions for logistics, warehouse/distribution, light industrial, commercial, office, and mixed -use residential uses. This alignment ensures internal consistency, supports Housing Element implementation, and reflects Cypress's vision for a dynamic, multi- functional business district. Simultaneously, the Zoning Code Amendment updates the City's Municipal Code to reference and reinforce the standards and procedures established in the CBPSP. This includes updated definitions, permitted use tables, development standards, and administrative procedures that apply specifically to properties within the business park boundaries. The amendments also remove outdated zoning references and address compatibility with the Airport Environs Land Use Plan (AELUP). Together, these legislative updates eliminate conflicting regulations, clarify entitlement processes, and establish a unified regulatory framework that enhances predictability for property owners, developers, and City staff. The coordinated amendments are critical to the successful implementation of the CBPSP and the City's broader economic development and housing goals. �• _�1 aT L- ,w;u, Sem.lay M�rul GCn4x,m N�ni.d ARM , s- TFA':'EL LA;1E_' r' P4 Zlr f TPAVE'i AIiE; '. 1,E[`.4'', OVEPH.Ai:­ 24 GENERAL PLAN UPDATE CITY OF BANNING Casc is preparing Phase I of a Comprehensive General Plan Update to the City of Banning, which includes the Introduction and Vision, Land Use and Community Design Element, and Circulation Element. Due to limited funding, the General Plan Update has been divided into multiple phases and includes a total of eleven (11) Chapters. Casc is currently working on Chapters 1- 3. The City's General Plan was last updated in 2006. Casc reviewed the existing General Plan and worked with the City and community leaders to determine an appropriate vision for the General Plan. As part of Casc's community outreach efforts, a General Plan Advisory Committee has been established to solicit input from members of the community. Casc staff then collected applicable background data and consolidated it into user-friendly, graphic fact sheets to guide the elements and quickly communicate the key issues and opportunities to the public. For the Land Use Element, Casc created "PlaceTypes" as a method to characterize land uses and de-emphasize specific uses and focus on the form and character of the City's neighborhoods and districts. For the Circulation Element, Casc created tailored goals, policies, and actions for priority transportation networks that support safe and efficient movement of people driving, walking, biking, and taking transit in Banning. Casc is preparing goals, policies, and programs to create a General Plan Update that proactively responds to state law and the desires of the community to retain a safe, resilient, and small-town community. Lastly, Casc's teaming partner Urban Crossroads prepared a VMT analysis, AQ/GHG Study, and Noise Analysis. Due to a significant impact identified with the AQ/GHG technical analysis, Casc is currently preparing a Focused EIR. 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This project spans approximately 2,220 acres of unincorporated land, covering the communities of Goodhope, Meadowbrook, and Warm Springs. Phase II is designed to master plan future development, promoting economic growth through diverse land uses, including residential neighborhoods, commercial retail, mixed - use areas, light industrial zones, business parks, public facilities, open spaces, and recreational areas. The GPA aims to amend existing General Plan components such as Rural Village Overlays, policy areas, land use designations, trails, and road classifications, while the Zone Consistency Program will recommend specific zoning classifications aligned with the proposed land use designations. Casc's comprehensive role included overseeing the Programmatic EIR, addressing potential cumulative impacts, and proposing broad policy alternatives and program -wide mitigation measures. The team conducted a detailed corridor assessment of over 900 parcels, integrating field and desktop data to create GIS-based land use maps. These findings were presented to various stakeholders, including County Staff, the Board of Supervisors, water districts, and citizen groups, contributing to the Comprehensive General Plan Update. Public outreach was a pivotal component of Phase II. Casc organized multiple community meetings to inform residents and gather feedback, with high public interest noted as approximately 100 residents attended each session. This engagement ensured the community's needs and expectations were thoroughly understood and addressed. Casc's experienced Project Managers, Land Use Planners, and CEQA Practitioners are committed to supporting the County's vision for the Highway 74 corridor, ensuring informed, sustainable development. The plan aims to harmonize conservation and recreation with development, enhancing open spaces and recreational facilities while promoting economic and community growth. The thoughtful integration of public facilities and conservation efforts will ensure a balanced, vibrant community along the Highway 74 corridor. rA HIGHWAY 14 GUSNESS CORRIDOR •NRLYEI! O�I 1111141WAN ; 1 CMINION111 1'I 1V i A PROPOSED LAND USE DESIGNATIONS �I '1 1' T 26 ON -CALL LAND USE PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO Casc served as an "extension -of -staff" to the County of San Bernardino's Land Use Services Department for the preparation of the General Plan Update, Development Code Update, and Community Action Guides. This included the following: General Plan Update Casc's Contract Senior Planner, Jessie Bruckhart, assisted with the preparation with the comprehensive General Plan Update for the County of San Bernardino that included a new set of plans and tools that exceed a traditional general plan. The General Plan Update included a web -based version of the Countywide Plan with interactive dynamic maps and content that allows easy accessibility for County Staff and the public to use the new plan. Casc's Senior Planner, Jessie Bruckhart, was responsible for facilitating and coordinating an extensive public engagement process that included: management and content creation for social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, email newsletters, and in -person meetings. Ms. Bruckhart also created and provided training to County Staff on the new Goals and Policies of the General Plan Update. Development Code Update Casc's Contract Senior Planner, Jessie Bruckhart prepared the Development Code Update for the County of San Bernardino. Casc has reviewed the existing Code to find inconsistencies based on the new General Plan Goals and Policies, and reorganized the current Code to provide a concise and easy to read format with effortless access to specific sections of the Code. Casc facilitated discussions with County Staff to identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in the existing Zoning Code and provided solutions to address feedback in the Zoning Code Update. Casc also drafted updates to the Zoning Code for review and input from County Staff and provided draft documents and a matrix of changes for presentations at the Planning Commission. Casc prepared development training for County Staff to ensure an easy transition, arranging public participation, monitoring comments, and responding to public inquiries regarding the updates to the Zoning Code. Community Action Guides Casc's Senior Planner, Jessie Bruckhart, assisted in the preparation of the County of San Bernardino's Community Action Guides as part of the Countywide Plan. Casc facilitated discussions with community residents about the strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities of their community, assisted in development of the action -oriented direction for each community, and assisted a team of County Staff members to create action items for each community based on feedback from public outreach. The communities were subdivided into three (3) regions within the County: the Valley Region, the Mountain Region, and the Desert Region. cM A CRY cwnty Mlrtirel/Adminilralii � Vedor�- strr is .._ Parceb Land Uape Raster Elevation seat world NA SECTION 4. REFERENCES At Casc, our commitment to client satisfaction is essential, and we take pride in delivering high -quality service to our clients. As a testament to our dedication, we have provided a list of references highlighting our valued clients' positive experiences. t Mai (01 M1� AGENCY: City of Buena Park PROJECT: General Plan Update and Residential Zoning Code Update TERM: 2022- 2025 SUMMARY: Completed a comprehensive General Plan and Zoning Code Update, developed Objective Design Standards and prepared a Focused EIR. Adopted by City Council June 24, 2025 CONTACT: Matt Foulkes, Community & Economic Development Director 6650 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA 90621 EMAIL: MFoulkes(@buenar)ark.com PHONE: (714) 562-3610 AGENCY: City of Banning PROJECT: General Plan Focused Amendments to the Land Use and Circulation Elements TERM: 2020- Ongoing SUMMARY: Currently amending the General Plan Land Use and Circulation Elements, Land Use Map, and Zoning Map to align with SB 743, VMT Guidelines, and the 6th cycle Housing Element/RHNA, and preparing a Focused EIR. CONTACT: David Newell, AICP, Community Development Director 99 E. Ramsey Street, Banning, CA 92220 EMAIL: dnewell@banningca.gov PHONE: (951) 922-3131 AGENCY: County of San Bernardino, Land Use Services (LUS) Department PROJECT: On -Call Land Use Planning & Environmental Services — TERM: 2018- 2024 SUMMARY: Served as an "extension of staff" during this on -call agreement. Casc's Senior Planner, Jess Bruckhart assisted with the Development Code Update, General Plan Update, Parcel Based Zoning Map, Community Action Guides, and the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update. CONTACT: Heidi Duron, MPA (Now at City of Colton), Director 650 N. La Cadena Drive, Colton, CA 92324 EMAIL: hduron(@coltonca.gov PHONE: (909) 370-5185 28 SECTION 5. STANDARD CITY CONTRACT AND INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS Casc Engineering and Consulting, Inc, has reviewed the City's Standard Contract and Insurance Requirements and proposes minor changes to Section 3.5.6. The suggested revisions are outlined below. 3.5.6 Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, in any manner arising out of or incident to any alleged actual acts, omissions or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, agents, consultants and contractors arising out of or in connection with the performance of the Services, the Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all consequential damages and attorneys fees and other related costs and expenses. Consultant shall defend, at Consultant's own cost, expense and risk, any and all such aforesaid suits, actions or other legal proceedings of every kind that may be brought or instituted against City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers. Consultant shall pay and satisfy any judgment, award or decree that may be rendered against City or its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers, in any such suit, action or other legal proceeding. Consultant shall reimburse City and its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents and/or volunteers, for any and all legal expenses and costs incurred by each of them in connection therewith or in enforcing the indemnity herein provided. Consultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the City, its directors, officials officers, employees, agents or volunteers. In no event shall the cost to defend charged to the Consultant exceed the Consultant's proportionate percentage of fault. 29 SECTION 6. ADDENDA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Casc acknowledges receipt of Addendum No. 1 — Questions and Answers, dated August 7, 2025, and Addendum No. 2 — Questions and Answers, dated August 13, 2025, for the City of Rosemead Focused General Plan Update RFP No. 2025-16. We have reviewed both addenda and incorporated the information and clarifications provided into our proposal. 30 ,r Attachment C Proposal from De Novo 1 � VJA CITY OF ROSEMEAD Focused General Plan Update SUBMITTED: August 15, 2025 PREPARED FOR: Annie Lao, Senior Planner City of Rosemead 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, California 91770 (626) 569-2144 alao@cityofrosemead.org De Novo Planning Group A Land Use Planning, Design, and Environmental Firm PREPARED BY: De Novo Planning Group 180 E Main Street, Suite 108 Tustin, CA 92780 IN ASSOCIATION WITH: Kittelson &Associates. Inc. MEMO De Novo Planning Group A Land Use Planning, Design, and Environmental Firm August 15, 2025 Annie Lao, Senior Planner, City of Rosemead 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, California 91770 (626) 569-2144 I alao@cityofrosemead.org Subject: Proposal to Prepare a Focused General Plan Update The process to prepare a focused update to Rosemead's General Plan serves as an opportunity to evaluate cur- rent conditions, conduct analysis, and develop policy direction that reflects community values and complies with State laws. Based on our extensive general plan experience, knowledge of the unique needs of similar cit- ies, our review of the existing General Plan, and extensive recent experience preparing a wide range of planning and environmental projects throughout the region, we are confident that we can complete the assignment within a very competitively priced budget and schedule. De Novo Planning Group would serve as the prime consultant for this contract with the City. Our team is led by De Novo Principal Perry Banner (who will serve as Project Manager), Amanda Tropiano (who will serve as Principal -in -Charge), and Starla Barker, AICP (who will serve as the CEQA lead). We bring to the table a wealth of experience preparing General Plan Updates for jurisdictions with similar contexts, includ- ing for the cities of Brea, Glendale, Glendora, Lomita, and Westminster. We also have special insight into Rosemead's local context, with one of our Principal Planners having grown up in the community. De Novo is a relatively small planning firm in terms of staff size. We know this, and we embrace it. We consider our size to be a tremendous asset to our clients since it allows us to provide superior levels of customer service at very competitive billing rates. Larger firms tend to carry cumbersome overhead costs, which results in the need for higher hourly billing rates, frequent contract modifications, and higher staff turnover. As an owner of the company, your Principal -in -Charge Amanda Tropiano is able to make quick decisions to keep the project moving forward. All of De Novo's principal -level planners prefer to roll up our sleeves and work on our projects ourselves. As managers of the company, we take great pride in our work products, and we strive to build a strong connection with each of our clients. The greatest compliment that our clients pay us is to invite us back to provide additional services. De Novo is joined by Kittelson & Associates, Inc. (circulation/mobility), who will assist with updates to the City's Circulation Element. Kittelson recently lead the City of Montebello's Circulation Element Update and Downtown Specific Plan. This project team has worked together on numerous recent General Plan Up- dates and EIRs; we truly enjoy working together and we bring that shared respect and collaboration to all of our clients. All of our team members are ready to start work immediately upon the City's notice to proceed and are committed to delivering the products on time and on budget. We look forward to the opportunity to discuss our proposal and our approach to the preparation of your Focused General Plan Update. If you have any questions regarding this submittal, please do not hesitate to contact me at (714) 453-7711 or at atropiano@denovoplanning.com. Sincerely, / J�11� Amanda Tropiano Principal Cover Letter 2 Table of Contents 3 Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline 4 Project Team, Key Personnel, and Resumes 11 Company Qualifications 21 References 24 Standard City Contract and Insurance 25 Requirements Addenda Acknowledgement 26 Cost Proposal 27 De Novo Planning Group 3 GENERAL OVERVIEW The City of Rosemead is seeking a highly qualified con- sultant team to partnerwith to prepare a focused update to its General Plan and associated environmental docu- ments. The goal of the Focused General Plan Update is to update the City's Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements to comply with State laws. The successful consultant team must be familiar with the unique needs of communities with similar contexts, and have proven success in assessing a city's current condi- tions and updating General Plans to comply with State laws. As shown throughout this proposal, the De Novo team is exceptionally qualified to undertake this project. The City desires a team to lead and manage all aspects of the General Plan Update, while coordinating with staff, the public, Planning Commission, and City Council. The team should be able to complete this comprehensive work effort in an efficient manner and will maintain strict adherence to the project budget. The General Plan will be prepared in accordance with State of California Gen- eral Plan Guidelines and California Government Code Section 65350 et seq. A solid General Plan is the bedrock for future growth and development in Rosemead and it supports other critical City plans and programs, including specific plans, park planning, fees, and infrastructure master plans. While we believe that the program we have included fully address- es the needs of your community, we welcome the oppor- tunity to refine our approach as needed to ensure that the City's expectations are realized. As the city looks ahead through its General Plan update, our team is excited to guide the City through a diligent, effective, and efficient process that results in a document that reflects local priorities and is in full compliance with all relevant State laws. METHODS De Novo Planning Group draws on proven methods to successfully complete General Plan updates for clients throughout California. These include: PROJECT CONTROLS Our project team is fully committed to implementing an effective and efficient work program and bringing the project forward for adoption expeditiously. We thrive un- der deadlines, and we have a track record of meeting or exceeding our project schedules. Our use of Principal -lev- el staff throughout all stages of the project allows us to work quickly, efficiently, and produce preliminary draft documents of superior quality. Our project managers take a very active and hands-on role, and we diligently manage our team and coordinate with City staff to ensure that all parties are continuously aware of pending deadlines, out- standing tasks, and draft work products that will require staff review. We take tremendous pride in our ability to adhere to our project budgets. Our project managers are also principals and senior managers of the firm, and to this end, we have the authority to take any steps necessary to ensure that our projects remain on budget. We manage our project budgets using sophisticated budget tracking software and all members of the team log and record hours - worked by task to provide a transparent accounting pro- cess. The Project Manager will manage all monthly billing reports and will provide the City with a corresponding monthly status report identify work completed, upcom- ing work efforts, and outstanding action items. We strongly encourage the City to call every one of our references and specifically inquire about the extraordi- nary steps we take to ensure we do not modify or exceed our budgets. De Novo Planning Group 4 Rosemead Focused General Plan Update QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL (QA/QC) Coordinating closely with City staff, De Novo's manage- ment team will ensure that our deliverables address reg- ulatory requirements and are completed in a timely and professional manner. Our internal quality control review includes review of our documents by a Principal Planner and Technical Editor. The first stage of review includes verification of the tech- nical adequacy of the analysis, that the document ad- dresses the format and content requirements of the cli- ent, technical information, and that all components of the project are correct. This review is intended to ensure document accuracy as well as consistency between poli- cy documents. The second stage of review involves senior staff not directly involved in the project to provide a clean set of eyes and encompasses all sections of the docu- ment. The final stage of the review focuses on grammar, spelling, and the internal consistency of the document. This review also ensures that the document is written in a clear and understandable manner. SCOPE OF WORK TASK 1: PROJECT MANAGEMENT 1.1 KICK-OFF MEETING The De Novo team will host a virtual meeting with City staff to kick off the project. We anticipate discussing the following at the kick-off meeting: communication proto- cols; confirm/finalize project scope of work and schedule; discuss community outreach approach; and review data request for key background documents. 1.2 PROJECT ADMINISTRATION Our strategy includes a dedicated Principal -level Project Manager who will be hands-on throughout the project and manage the project schedule and budget. This task includes regular review and updates to a project schedule to identify and monitor progress towards key milestones. De Novo will facilitate twice monthly virtual meetings with City staff to ensure that the project is on time, on budget, and that any issues are quickly resolved. TASK 2: ELEMENT UPDATES 2.1 RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ELEMENT The Resource Management Element will be updated to comply with the following State laws. An Administrative Draft Element will be prepared. The City will provide a consolidated set of comments on the Administrative Draft. A Screencheck Draft Element will be prepared to respond to those comments. The City will provide a con- solidated set of comments on the Screencheck Draft. A Public Review Element will be prepared to respond to those comments. Upon adoption, a Final Element will be prepared. OPEN SPACE ACCESSIBILITY (CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL NO.1425) Senate Bill 1425 was enacted in September 2022, re- quires all cities and counties review and update its local open -space plan by January 1, 2026. The update shall in- clude plans and an action program that address all of the following: (1) access to open space for all residents in a manner that considers social, economic, and racial eq- uity, correlated with the environmental justice element or environmental justice policies in the general plan, as applicable; (2) climate resilience and other co -benefits De Novo Planning Group 5 Rosemead Focused General Plan Update of open space, correlated with the safety element; and (3) rewilding opportunities, which includes preserving, enhancing, and expanding integrated open space net- works for uses like habitat, recreation, natural resources, water management, and establishing natural communi- ties conservation plans. De Novo will complete an SB 1425 assessment checklist and draft targeted amendments to the Resource Man- agement Element to meet State law. This is expected to include additional narrative text and updated goals, policies, and actions. WILDLIFE CONNECTIVITY (CALIFORNIA ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 1889) Assembly Bill 1889, also known as the Room to Roam Act, was approved in September 2024. This law requires the conservation element to consider the effect of de- velopment within the jurisdiction on the movement of wildlife and habitat connectivity on or after January 1, 2028. The updates must identify and analyze connec- tivity areas, permeability, natural landscape areas within the jurisdiction, existing or planned wildlife passage fea- tures, and consider the impacts of development and the barriers caused by development to wildlife, as defined, and habitat connectivity. Local jurisdictions are also au- thorized to incorporate relevant existing plans (like certi- fied local coastal plans) by reference and should consider best available science and consult with relevant entities (e.g., Native American tribes, local land conservancies). De Novo will complete an AB 1889 assessment checklist and draft targeted amendments to the Resource Man- agement Element to meet State law. This is expected to include additional narrative text and updated goals, policies, and actions. The Room to Roam Act includes considering the effects on highways and other transportation facilities on wildlife corridors. Kittelson will contribute to the team's AB 1889 work by reviewing the existing and proposed transporta- tion network to determine if there are effects on wildlife movements that should be addressed through physical or programmatic measures. This will include a review of the City's arterial streets plus freeways and highways that run through Rosemead (1-10, SR-164, SR-60) for potential effects on wildlife movements. 2.2 CIRCULATION ELEMENT UPDATE The Circulation Element will be updated to comply with the following State laws. An Administrative Draft Ele- ment will be prepared. The City will provide a consoli- dated set of comments on the Administrative Draft. A Screencheck Draft Element will be prepared to respond to those comments. The City will provide a consolidated set of comments on the Screencheck Draft. A Public Re- view Element will be prepared to respond to those com- ments. Upon adoption, a Final Element will be prepared. LOGISTIC USE: TRUCK ROUTES (CALIFORNIA ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 98) Assembly Bill 98 (AB 98) places new requirements on local agencies regarding warehousing/logistic uses and related truck traffic. This includes updating their gener- al plans to specifically include truck routes and related goals and policies. Truck routes should maximize the use of highways, arterial roads, major thoroughfares, and commercial streets, and avoid residential areas, schools, daycare facilities, parks, nursing homes, hospitals, and other sensitive uses. Kittelson will assist the City in its AB 98 compliance for an updated truck route map and corresponding circula- tion element goals, policies, and actions. We will obtain and review information that will help understand if mod- ifications are needed to the City's truck route map. This will include information related to: » Sensitive receptors in the city » Existing and future residential, industrial, and other relevant land uses within the city » Existing and planned truck routes for other jurisdictions that connect to Rosemead's city boundaries Based on our review of this data, we will develop a draft updated truck route map. We will add or delete streets from the City's existing truck route map so that it fulfills AB 98 requirements by maximizing the use of arterial roadways and commercial streets and striving to avoid paths through residential areas and sensitive receptors. Kittelson will prepare a final map based on a set of con- solidated comments. In addition to preparing the updated truck route map to incorporate into the circulation element, we will pre- pare edits and additions to the City's circulation element goals, policies, and actions to fulfill AB 98 requirements. Note that this will not include any changes to other Gen- eral Plan elements, such as the Land Use Element. De Novo Planning Group 6 Rosemead Focused General Plan Update PLAN FOR THE FUTURE (CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL NO. 932) Senate Bill 932 (SB 932), also known as the Plan for the Future Bill, requires local agencies to identify high injury streets and intersections in their general plans and pri- oritize safety improvements to reduce traffic collisions. To assist the City in compliance, we will obtain the five most recent years of crash data from the Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS), focusing on crashes that resulted in fatalities or injuries. Using this GIS dataset, we will map the reported crashes and their associated attributes (e.g., severity, primary contributing factors) on the City's public streets. Based on the spatial. network analysis, Kittelson will develop crash severity scores for intersections and roadways using the state -of -the -prac- tice Equivalent Property Damage Only (EPDO) approach, which assigns a weight based on crash severity and its equivalent property -damage -only crash cost. This ap- proach highlights roadway segments and intersections with both frequent and fatal/severe crashes, aligns with the methodology for HSIP grant applications, and can be repeated in future years when new data becomes avail- able for evaluation. The high injury motor vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian networks will be mapped, and a result- ing list of priority locations will be prepared based. 2.3 PUBLIC SAFETY ELEMENT UPDATE The Public Safety Element will be updated to comply with the following State laws. An Administrative Draft Element will be prepared. The City will provide a consol- idated set of comments on the Administrative Draft. A Screencheck Draft Element will be prepared to respond to those comments. The City will provide a consolidated set of comments on the Screencheck Draft. A Public Re- view Element will be prepared to respond to those com- ments. Upon adoption, a Final Element will be prepared, Note that this scope of work does not include additional work related to emergency/evacuation route planning, including AB 747 or SB 99, which are already referenced in the City's most recent Safety Element. EXTREME HEAT (CALIFORNIA ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 2684) Assembly Bill (AB) 2684, approved on September 30, 2024, requires all cities and counties to address extreme heat hazards in the safety element of their general plans. Local municipalities must make this update when they next revise their local hazard mitigation plan, or by Jan- uary 1, 2024, if they do not have one, and then review it each time the housing element or hazard plan is updat- ed, or at least once every eight years. The law applies to all cities, including charter cities, and allows local gov- ernments to use existing planning fees to cover the cost. 2.4 TRIBAL CONSULTATION (SB 18) De Novo will prepare and distribute, via certified mail, Trib- al Consultation Request letters in accordance with SB 18, which is required when an agency amends their Gener- al Plan. We will work with Staff to prepare the letters on agency letterhead prior to distribution. Note that should a Tribe or Tribes wish to consult on the Project, that consul- tation must happen directly with City staff, De Novo will make consultant staff available to participation in the con- sultation discussions as needed. De Novo Planning Group 7 Rosemead Focused General Plan Update TASK 3: ADOPTION 3.1 PUBLIC HEARINGS De Novo and Kittelson will plan for and attend two Public Hearings related to project review and approval. 3.2 CEQA COMPLIANCE The focused updates to the General Plan Resource Man- agement, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements would not involve any land use changes or allow for additional development beyond the development potential current- ly allowed by the existing General Plan. It is not anticipat- ed that the focused updates will result in any direct or in- direct physical changes to the environment. Therefore, we expect the project will be covered by the common sense exemption pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b) (3), which states that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. De Novo will prepare the Notice of Exemp- tion (NOE) and Memorandum to support the approval. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15062, the NOE will include a brief project description, finding that the project is exempt from CEQA, and a brief statement of reasons to support the finding. De Novo will prepare the NOE for City review and prepare a Final NOE incorporating City staff comments. This task includes filing the NOE at the County Clerk and submittal to the State Clearinghouse through the CEQA Submit portal, if approved. If it is determined during preparation of the element up- dates that a CEQA exemption is not the appropriate CEQA clearance document, we will immediately notify the City. An optional task has been provided for preparation of an Initial Study/Negative Declaration, DELIVERABLES » Kickoff meeting agenda, data needs list, summary notes, tour photos, project schedule/work plan with major work components and milestones » Twice monthly meetings with City staff (virtual) for six months; ongoing project administration led by the Project Manager » Administrative, Screencheck, and Public Review Draft Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements (electronic only) » Final Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements (10 hard copies each) » Attendance by De Novo and Kittelson at two public hearings » Administrative Draft and Final Notice of Exemption (NOE) De Novo Planning Group 8 Rosemead Focused General Plan Update OPTIONAL TASK X: CEQA COMPLIANCE - IS/NEGATIVE DECLARATION If through preparation of the element updates, it is deter- mined that the Project will not qualify for an exemption pursuant to CEQA, De Novo will prepare an Initial Study/ Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND). X.1 AB 52 TRIBAL CONSULTATION Preparation of an IS/ND will require compliance with As- sembly Bill (AB) 52. De Novo will work with the City to initiate the AB 52 consultation process with those Tribes that have previously requested notification from the City regarding projects within the City's jurisdiction and with- in the Tribe's traditional use area. As Lead Agency, the City is responsible for coordinating and responding to any requests for consultation. De Novo will draft and mail via certified mailing the notification letter on behalf of the City and participate in consultation meetings along with the City, as requested. These meetings are assumed to occur via conference call and a maximum number of hours have been assumed for budgeting purposes. The consultation process will be summarized in the IS/ND. X.2 PREPARATION OF ADMINISTRATIVE DRAFT INITIAL STUDY/NEGATIVE DECLARATION De Novo will prepare an IS/ND following an approved City format. The IS/ND will include a narrative discussion of the setting, potential impacts and/or benefits specific to the physical environment, and the means by which any potential impacts would be addressed; technical studies are not anticipated. The Administrative Draft IS/ ND will be provided to the City for review. X.3 PREPARATION OF REVISED DRAFT AND PUBLIC REVIEW DRAFT INITIAL STUDY/ NEGATIVE DECLARATION Upon review by the City, De Novo will prepare a Revised Administrative Draft IS/MND with revisions provided in tracked changes for ease of review. Any additional com- ments received from the City will be incorporated into the Public Review Draft IS/ND. De Novo will prepare the Public Review Draft IS/ND and Notice of Intent to Adopt (NOI) for public review. De Novo will coordinate with the City regarding distribution of the IS/ND for public review. This scope of work assumes De Novo will be responsible for posting the NOI with the County Clerk and preparing and submitting the required documents to the State Clearinghouse (SCH) through the CEQA Submit portal. This scope of work includes mailing of the NOI to the City's CEQA distribution list. This scope of work excludes radius mailing and newspaper noticing. De Novo will also prepare and file a No Effect Determina- tion form to the CDFW office. X.4 PREPARATION OF FINAL INITIAL STUDY/ NEGATIVE DECLARATION Upon completion of the public review period, De Novo will prepare written responses to comments received on the Public Review Draft IS/ND, and where necessary make the appropriate revisions to the IS/ND text. All re- sponses will be prepared pursuant to the CEQA Guide- lines and will be provided to City staff for review in the form of a Screencheck Final IS/ND. We will make addi- tional revisions as directed by the City and prepare the Final IS/ND for consideration by the Planning Commis- sion and City Council. De Novo will also prepare the No- tice of Determination (NOD) for City review. If the Project is approved, De Novo will file the NOD with the Coun- ty Clerk, which includes payment of the filing fee. This scope of work assumes the Project will qualify for a No Effect Determination from CDFW and excludes payment of any CDFW fees, if determined applicable. OPTIONAL TASK DELIVERABLES » One (1) electronic (MS Word format and pdf) of the Draft and Final AB 52 Letter for City review and signature » Certified mailing of the AB 52 letters » One (1) electronic (MS Word format and pdf) of the Administrative Draft IS/ND » One (1) electronic (MS Word format and pdf) of the Revised Administrative Draft IS/ND with tracked changes » One (1) electronic (MS Word format and pdf) of the Public Review Draft IS/MND » One (1) electronic (MS Word format and pdf) draft and final Notice of Availability » Up to twenty-five (25) copies of the Notice of Intent to Adopt (NOI) to be mailed to individuals on the City's distribution list. » State Clearinghouse electronic submittal package with Notice of Completion » Submittal of NOI to County Clerk » One (1) No Effect Determination form preparation and submittal to CDFW » One (1) electronic (MS Word format and pdf) draft and final Responses to Comments » One (1) electronic (MS Word format and pdf) of the Final IS/ND » One (1) electronic (pdf) of the Notice of Determination » Submittal of NOD and NED to County Clerk De Novo Planning Group 9 Rosemead Focused General Plan Update TIMELINE Month TASK/ACTIVITY 1 2 3 4 S 6 Task 1. Project Management 1.1 Kick-off Meeting 1.2 Project Administration 2.1 Resource Management Element 2.2 Circulation Element 2.3 Public Safety Element 2.4 Tribal Consultation (SB 18) A . . . 3.1 Public Hearings 3.2 CEQA Compliance De Novo Planning Group 10 De Novo will be the prime consultant and manage a team with deep experience planning and implementing Gen- eral Plan Updates. Below is a chart outlining key management personnel. For ease of reference, the following pages include brief biographies for key staff, and resumes for all team members. Perry Banner Project Manager Erik Anderson Associate Planner Timothy Erney Senior Principal Perry Banner Project Manager, De Novo A _Ah Perry Banner will act as Project Man- ager and primary point of contact with City staff. Perry possesses a di- verse range of skills, including proj- ect management, land use planning, policy development, and economic development. Perry recently led a General Plan Update, EIR, and Zoning Code Update for Lomita, managed several 6th Cycle Housing Element Updates, and is now overseeing a Fo- cused General Plan Update, EIR, and Specific Plan Update for Brea and General Plan Update for Glendora. De Novo Planning Group AmandaTropiano Principal -in -Charge Abdul Jama Assistant Planner Starla Barker,AICP CEQA Project Manager/ Principal Planner MiaYuen Assistant Planner Kittelson & Associates, Inc. J Michael Sahimi,AICP Senior Planner Amanda Tropiano Principal -in -Charge, De Novo With deep professional planning ex- perience in the region, Amanda has successfully managed a wide variety of land use planning projects, all of which have included a robust com- munity engagement program. These projects include General Plan Up- dates for Lake Forest, San Jacinto, San Marcos, Indian Wells, Lawndale, and La Verne and community projects in Irvine, Yorba Linda, Westminster, Rancho Santa Margarita, and Tustin. Amanda is certified by the Interna- tional Association of Public Participa- tion (IAP2). Karen Phan,AICP, RSP Planner Tim Erney, PE Principal -in -Charge, Kittelson Tim Erney is a transportation planner with extensive experience on plan- ning and engineering projects in Cal- ifornia. His primary focus has been on managing analyses and documenta- tion for conceptual/final design proj- ects, access and circulation studies, sustainable transportation practices, travel demand management (TDM) measures, parking evaluations, pe- destrian and bicycle reviews, and data collection programs, In addition, Tim has performed detailed technical analyses of local and regional road- way facilities. De Novo Planning Group 11 Rosemead Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION BA, Economics University of Western Ontario, London, Canada Diploma, Urban and Regional Planning Technology Fanshawe College, London, Canada Ross Minority Program in Real Estate University of Southern California, Los Angeles ORGANIZATIONS American Planning Association Congress for New Urbanism Perry A. Banner PRINCIPAL PLANNER Perry Banner brings a combined 20 years of experience in local government and private practice planning to the firm with work in both the United States and Canada. Perry possesses a diverse range of skills, including project management, land use analysis, and policy development. His capabilities also include economic development and real estate development. Perry has successfully managed a wide variety of urban planning projects, including general plans, community plans, specific plans, transit -oriented development plans, zoning documents, and public outreach programs. His passion lies in helping communities, neighborhoods, and their residents visualize the future and giving them the tools to make well-informed decisions. He believes in questioning conventional wisdom and always looking at problems from multiple angles and viewpoints to find effective and innovative solutions to develop plans that create results. Perry also supports private sector clients in navigating public agency approval processes. RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE General Plan Update, Zoning Code Update and EIR City of Lomita General Plan Update and EIR City of San Marcos General Plan Update and EIR City of San Jacinto General Plan Update and EIR City of Lawndale General Plan Update and EIR City of Rolling Hills Estates* Community Plans Continuum Project County of San Bernardino* Housing Element Update (6th Cycle) City of Stanton Housing Element Update (61h Cycle) City of Hawthorne Housing Element Update (6th Cycle) City of Westminster Housing Element Update (61h Cycle) City of Sausalito Housing Element Update (6th Cycle) City of Sonoma Housing Element Update (6th Cycle) City of Matinez Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, Safety Element Update and EJ Element City of Glendora Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and Safety Element Update City of Lawndale* Meredith International Centre Specific Plan Amendment Craig Development Corp/City of Ontario* Pueblo Viejo Implementation Strategy Plan and Design Guidelines City of Coachella* One Metro West Specific Plan and EIR (Peer Review) City of Costa Mesa* Small Lot Subdivision Ordinance City of Orange TOD Overlay — Marine Avenue Green Line Station Cities of Lawndale, Hawthorne and Redondo Beach* Commercial Cannabis Program City of Pasadena* Short-term Rental Program City of Pasadena* SOMO Village Development Project City of Rohnert Park Pilot Travel Center (Palmdale) Pilot Company 141st and Normandie Townhomes Project IS/MND The Olson Company * Project was completed by Mr. Banner while he was employed at another agency or planning firm. De Novo Planning Group A Land Use Planning, Design, and E.-i-nm a ntal Firm MEN De Novo Planning Group Rosemead Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION MA, Urban and Regional Planning, University of California, Irvine BA, Urban Studies and Planning, University of California, San Diego BA, Political Science: Comparative Politics, University of California, San Diego Study Abroad Program, University of Sussex ORGANIZATIONS Urban Land Institute International Association for Public Participation (IAP2) American Planning Association Amanda Tropiano PRINCIPAL Amanda Tropiano is responsible for leading the firm's Southern California practice. Amanda has successfully managed a wide variety of land use and environmental planning projects for public and private sector clients, including numerous General Plans, specific plans, corridor plans, strategic plans, sustainability programs, visioning projects, transit -oriented development plans, zoning documents, outreach programs, and CEQA projects. Amanda is also an IAP2 trained public outreach practitioner and has completed project management training with PSMJ. Amanda consistently brings to the table her passion, creativity, and strategic thinking to make sure every project exceeds her client's expectations. Amanda brings a unique project management style to her clients, where she relies on collaboration, communication, and creativity to identify and proactively address potential opportunities and challenges. She is a skilled public speaker and enjoys working with members of the public, stakeholders, and elected and appointed officials throughout the planning process. RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE Focus General Plan Update, Brea Housing Element Updates, Core Specific Plan, and EIR, Cities of Avalon, Hawthorne, Indian City of Brea Wells, Glendale, La Verne, Lake Forest, General Plan Update and EIR, Lawndale, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, City of Lake Forest San Jacinto, San Marcos, Stanton, Temecula General Plan Update and EIR, City of Laguna Niguel General Plan Update, Rezoning, ODS, and EIR, City of Lomita General Plan Update, Hawthorne Blvd Specific Plan Update, and EIR, City of Lawndale General Plan Update and EIR, County of Orange General Plan Update and EIR, City of La Verne General Plan Update and EIR, City of San Jacinto General Plan Update and EIR, City of Indian Wells General Plan Update, Zoning Update, and EIR, City of San Marcos Focus General Plan Update and EIR, City of Glendale Housing Element, Rezoning Program, ODS, and CEQA Compliance, City of Laguna Hills Housing Element Update, Comprehensive Zoning Code, Mixed - Use Implementation Program, City of Westminster Comprehensive Development Code Update, City of Laguna Beach Environmental Justice Element, City of Goleta Objective Design Standards, City of Palos Verdes Estates Springs Specific Plan and EIR, Sonoma County Irvine Neighborhood Plan, City of Irvine 1300 Bristol Mixed -Income Project, City of Newport Beach De Novo Planning Group A Land Use Planning, Design, and F—ironmen[al firm I ■■■ De Novo Planning Group Rosemead Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION Masters, Urban and Regional Planning, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona BA, Business Economics, University of California, Riverside ORGANIZATIONS American Planning Association LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS American institute of Certified Planners, 2009, No. 024079 Starla Barker, AICP PRINCIPAL PLANNER Starla Barker, AICP, is a principal planner with De Novo Planning Group and is primarily responsible for the management and preparation of Hazard Mitigation Plans, as well as environmental documents (Initial Studies, Negative Declaration, Environmental Impact Reports, and Environmental Assessments). With over 20 years of professional planning experience, Starla has successfully managed a wide range of projects with particular emphasis in hazard mitigation planning and urban infill, transit -oriented development, downtown, redevelopment, and General Plan projects. Utilizing her vast background and understanding of the interrelatedness of comprehensive planning, hazard mitigation, and environmental compliance, Starla develops and integrates context -sensitive mitigation strategies that contribute to and improve the resiliency and safety of communities throughout California. Starla is also regularly involved in land use and policy planning, including the development and implementation of community outreach programs, typically leading community engagement and facilitation activities for her projects. RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, City of Laguna Hills Safety Element Update, Environmental Justice and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, City of Glendora Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, Irvine Ranch Water District Housing Element and Safety Element Update City of Rancho Santa Margarita Environmental Justice Element and Public Safety Element Update and General Plan Amendment and Zone Change EIR City of Gardena General Plan Update, Zoning Update, & EIR City of San Jacinto General Plan Update, Hawthorne Boulevard Specific Plan Update & EIR City of Lawndale General Plan Update & EIR City of Laguna Niguel General Plan Update, Zoning Code Update & EIR City of Lomita Safety Element Update City of Camarillo* Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, City of Rancho Santa Margarita* Received the 2020 Award of Excellence from the American Planning Association, Orange Section and 2020 Award of Merit from the American Planning Association, California Chapter General Plan Update and EIR, City of Rancho Santa Margarita* Orange County Regional Water and Wastewater Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Municipal Water District of Orange County* Culver City and Culver City Unified School District Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, City of Culver City and Culver City Unified School District* Hazard Mitigation Plan City of Laguna Woods* General Plan Safety Element, Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and Emergency Operations Plan, City of Lawndale* General Plan Safety Element, Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and Master Plan of Drainage, City of McFarland* General Plan Update and EIR, City of Murrieta* * Project was completed by Ms. Barker while she was employed at another planning firm De Novo Planning Group A Land Ilse Plauuing, Design, and Gnvlrnnmrntal Pinn ■ ■ ■ De Novo Planning Group Rosemead Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION Master of City and Regional Planning, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo BA, Political Science, University of California, Los Angeles ORGANIZATIONS American Planning Association Association of Environmental Professionals Congress for the New Urbanism LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS American Institute of Certified Planners, 2023, No. 343661 Erik Anderson, AICP ASSOCIATE PLANNER Erik has worked on a diverse range of projects for public and private sector clients, with a focus on land -use planning, policy development, and environmental and sustainability planning. Erik provides project support in the preparation of CEQA documentation and long-range planning documents, including General Plans, Housing Elements, Zoning updates, and Local Hazard Mitigation Plans. His background experience includes grassroots lobbying with a non-profit environmental organization and work in the legal field. Erik is passionate about serving communities and creating innovative work through place -based development strategies. RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Laguna Hills, CA Safety Element Update, Environmental Justice, and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan City of Glendora Housing and Safety Element Update City of Rancho Santa Margarita General Plan Update, Zoning Update, and EIR, City of Lomita General Plan Update, Zoning Update, and EIR City of San Jacinto General Plan Update, Hawthorne Blvd Specific Plan Update, and EIR City of Lawndale Zoning Update and Addendum to General Plan EIR City of Westminster General Plan Land Use and Zoning Amendments EIR City of Gardena General Plan Update and EIR City of Red Bluff Downtown Core EIR City of Fontana Mountain House Incorporation IS/ND San Joaquin County SR-120 Interchange IS/MND City of Lath rop/Caltrans 1941 White Avenue Mixed -Use CEQA Exemption City of La Verne Circulation Element Update IS/ND City of Bell Gardens U-Haul Expansion IS/MND City of Gardena 2354 San Clemente IS/MND City of Laguna Beach 16800 Magnolia Addendum City of Fountain Valley 1500 Raymond Ave Industrial IS/MND City of Fullerton 1901 Via Burton Industrial CEQA City of Fullerton 2500 North Hollywood Way Hotel EIR City of Burbank The Harper Mixed Use Project EIR City of West Hollywood The Commons at Aliso Viejo IS/MND City of Aliso Viejo Paradise Chevrolet IS/MND City of Temecula Focused General Plan Update City of Glendale Housing Element Update (6th Cycle) Cities of Lawndale, Glendale, Hawthorne, La Verne, Avalon, Lake Forest, Rancho Santa Margarita, Westminster, Martinez, Temecula, and San Jacinto De Novo Planning Group A Land Use Planning, Design, and Fnviruumental Firm ■O■ De Novo Planning Group Rosemead Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION BA, Political Science, University of California, San Diego Master of City and Regional Planning, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo ORGANIZATIONS American Planning Association Association of Environmental Professionals AWARDS 2023 City and Regional Planning Outstanding Student Award 2023 Academic Award of Excellence, APA Central Coast Division Abdul jama ASSISTANT PLANNER Abdul holds a Master's Degree in City and Regional Planning from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. He brings a strong interest and comprehensive experience in environmental and long-range planning. Abdul has contributed to a wide range of public and private sector projects, focusing on environmental review, land use planning, and policy development. His work includes CEQA document preparation such as initial studies, environmental impact reports, and mitigated negative declaration documents. His long-range planning efforts includes General Plan Update, Zoning Code Update, and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan preparation. Abdul is excited to provide top quality environmental, land use and policy development to all communities and individuals. RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE General Plan Update and EIR City of Lomita General Plan Update and EIR City of Laguna Niguel General Plan Update City of Brea General Plan Update County of Orange General Plan Update Town of San Anselmo General Plan Update EIR City of Glendale Dixon 257 EIR City of Dixon Housing Rezones EIR City of Tracy UC Villages EIR City of Merced Vineyard One EIR City of Saratoga Sustainability Implementation Program City of Lake Forest Local Hazard Mitigation Plan City of Glendora Grevillea-Imperial Hotel CE City of Hawthorne Riddle Field Park CE City of Laguna Beach The Commons ISIMND City of Aliso Viejo 385 Nyes Place ISIMND City of Laguna Beach 820 Gainsborough Drive ISIMND City of Laguna Beach Paradise Chevrolet IS/MND City of Temecula De Novo Plan r i n g Group A i.and Use Planning, Design, and Enviro n—W Finn ■■■ De Novo Planning Group Rosemead Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION Master of Urban and Regional Planning, University of California, Irvine BA, Urban Studies, University of California, Irvine ORGANIZATIONS American Planning Association AWARDS 2024 Emerging Planning Leader Award, American Planning Association - Orange Section 2024 MURP Community Builder Award, University of California, Irvine Mia Yuen ASSISTANT PLANNER Mia earned a Master's Degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of California, Irvine. Prior to joining De Novo, Mia gained experience in the public sector at the City of Rancho Santa Margarita. At De Novo, Mia provides project support including preparation of zoning code updates and research and policy development for General Plans and Local Hazard Mitigation Plans. She also prepares environmental analysis in support of CEQA documentation for a variety of policy and development projects. Mia is passionate about community engagement, equity, and facilitating sustainable cities. Mia currently serves as the Marketing Chair for the APA Orange Section and has been involved with the APA since 2021. RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE General Plan Update, Development Code Update County of Glenn General Plan Update, Zoning Code Update City of La Verne General Plan Update and EIR City of Laguna Niguel General Plan Update and EIR City of Glendale General Plan Update County of Orange General Plan Update City of Brea 1404 Royal Oaks IS/MND City of Duarte Grevillea-Imperial Hotel CE City of Hawthorne 2500 N Hollywood Way EIR City of Burbank Vineyard One EIR City of Saratoga Seraphina Residential CEQA City of Temecula Local Hazard Mitigation Plan City of Laguna Hills Local Hazard Mitigation Plan City of Rancho Santa Margarita* Comprehensive Zoning Code Update City of Eastvale* * Ms. Yuen was involved with these projects while enrolled as a Graduate Student in Urban and Regional Planning at the University of California, Irvine De Novo Planning Group A Laud Use Planning, Design, and Environmental Flan MEN De Novo Planning Group Rosemead Focused General Plan Update TIMOTHY ERNEY I SENIOR PRINCIPAL EDUCATION MCP Transportation Planning, University of California, Berkeley MS Transportation Engineering, University of California, Berkeley BS Mechanical Engineering, Boston University YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Tim Erney is a transportation planner with extensive experience on planning and engineering projects in California. His primary focus has been on managing analyses and documentation for conceptual/final design projects, access and circulation studies, sustainable transportation practices, travel demand management (TDM) measures, parking evaluations, pedestrian and bicycle reviews, and data collection programs. In addition, Tim has performed detailed technical analyses of local and regional roadway facilities, including traffic forecasting, modal split analyses, traffic diversion, grade crossing studies, and operational analyses. He has experience coordinating with local and regional transportation and environmental agencies in California and has been leading the firm's efforts on the evaluation of emerging technologies, alternative evaluation metrics, and the impacts of new mobility services on land use and circulation networks. PROJECT EXPERIENCE General Plans/Specific Plans. Tim has served as manager or principal for the transportation sections for General Plans/Specific Plans and their resulting environmental documents. This has included developing goals, policies and programs to support active transportation and new mobility options, and working with stakeholders and the public to develop implementable actions. In addition, Tim has supported the preparation of the Transportation Elements of CEQA and NEPA documentation, including the determination of VMT-related impacts for land use and transportation projects. 29 Environmental Impact Reports. Tim has led the preparation of standalone AFFILIATIONS transportation impact studies as well as transportation/circulation sections of EIRs ■ American Planning and EISs to support CEQA and NEPA processes. These projects have included a full Association (APA), Member range of project types, including individual development projects, updated citywide ■ Institute of Transportation plans, and significant infrastructure projects. Tim manages technical analysis for all Engineers (ITE), Member modes of travel, including qualitative and quantitative assessments of traffic, transit, pedestrian, bicyclist, loading, construction, and emergency vehicle conditions. These projects have included the development of specialized trip generation rates and use of regional travel demand models to project future traffic volumes. City of Glendale Land Use and Circulation Element Update/Transportation Impact Fee/SB 743 Implementation/Travel Demand Model Update; Glendale, CA. Kittelson is currently developing an updated circulation element for the City of Glendale and updating its citywide travel demand model. As part of this effort, Kittelson is also providing vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and transportation demand management (TDM) services. Tim is leading coordination efforts with the City as its future land use plan, future circulation plan, SB 743 guidelines, travel demand model, and VMT estimating tools have been or are being developed to ensure consistency between these multiple overlapping efforts. City of Montebello General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan Update, EIR, and VMT Implementation; Montebello, CA. Kittelson developed the updated circulation element for the City of Montebello General Plan Update as well as their Downtown Specific Plan area. Kittelson updated the mobility element's goals, policies, and a circulation network to accommodate the City's envisioned land use and circulation buildout. The plan provides an enhanced network of trails, enhanced pedestrian and bicycle mobility, and promotes a vibrant and walkable downtown area and near rail stations. Tim served as project principal and led development of the general plan update. County of Orange General Plan Update; Orange County, CA. Tim is the project principal to support the General Plan Update for the County of Orange. Kittelson is updating the Circulation Element of the County's General Plan, plus the technical analysis to support the EIR document. The focus of this effort is the unincorporated areas within the County, and ensuring consistency with the circulation plans for cities located next to the project area. Tim is providing oversight and quality control for the preparation of the mobility element update and transportation analysis to support the CEQA review. IF-- 1 KITTELSON Nk & ASSOCIATES De Novo Planning Group 18 Rosemead Focused General Plan Update MICHAEL SAHIMI, AICP I SENIOR PLANNER Michael Sahimi is a senior transportation planner with experience in active transportation and safety analysis. Michael's work has included developing citywide active transportation plans, preparing conceptual bicycle and pedestrian improvement designs, and conducting bicycle and pedestrian safety analyses. His safety work has included conducting both citywide as well as site -specific multimodal safety analyses and developing recommended / improvements to reduce conflicts between bicyclists, pedestrians, and motor I vehicles. He also has experience in community outreach, traffic operations, environmental analysis, circulation studies, and parking studies. EDUCATION PROJECT EXPERIENCE ■ Master of Urban and City of Montebello General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan Updates, EIR, Regional Planning, VMT Guidelines, and Bicycle Master Plan; Montebello, CA. Kittelson Transportation Policy and developed the updated circulation element for the City of Montebello General Planning, University of Plan Update and their Downtown Specific Plan area. Kittelson also updated the California, Los Angeles mobility element's goals, policies, and a circulation network to accommodate ■ BA, Urban Studies, the City's envisioned land use and circulation buildout. The plan provides an University of California, enhanced network of trail and enhanced pedestrian and bicycle mobility, and Irvine promotes a vibrant and walkable downtown area and near rail stations. ■ BA, Criminology, Law, Michael supported the development of goals, policies, and actions for the and Society, University of General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan. In addition, he led the development California, Irvine of updates to the City's SB 743-consistent transportation analysis guidelines as YEARS OF EXPERIENCE well as the preparation of a citywide bicycle master plan. 10 City of Glendale Land Use and Circulation Element Update/Transportation LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Impact Fee/SB 743 Implementation/Travel Demand Model Update; ■ Certified Planner, Glendale, CA. Kittelson is developing an updated circulation element for the American Institute of City of Glendale and updating its citywide travel demand model. As part of this Certified Planners, effort, Kittelson prepared a VMT estimating tool for the City and developed its #32066 updated SB 743-compliant transportation impact study guidelines. Michael is working with the City to draft the Circulation Element document including the AFFILIATIONS vision, goals, policies, actions, and networks to accommodate safe and ■ American Planning convenient travel through Glendale via all modes. Association (APA), Member City of Anaheim Circulation Element Update; Anaheim, CA. Kittelson prepared an update to the Circulation Element of the General Plan, which outlines the future transportation network, goals, and policies for the City for the next 10 years. For this effort, Kittelson assessed existing and future conditions, determining how new development potential (such as Disneyland Forward, OC Vibe! and Big A:2050) could affect transportation conditions. From this assessment, Kittelson identified citywide roadway improvements to minimize congestion. Kittelson developed new goals and policies to plan for future mobility services, including shared -ride vehicles, micro -mobility, micro - transit, active transportation, connected/autonomous vehicles, and local transit. As deputy project manager, Michael led the preparation of public and stakeholder outreach materials, citywide LOS analysis, and multimodal goal and policy recommendations. KITTFI SCAN De Novo Planning Group 19 Rosemead Focused General Plan Update KAREN PHAN, AICP, RSPB I PLANNER A California native, Karen holds a master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning from UCLA and a bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley. Karen has experience in traffic operations, multimodal transportation planning, and safety work. Karen's project experience includes traffic impact studies for residential and commercial developments, general plan updates, and complete streets projects. Prior to joining Kittelson, Karen interned at the Orange County ` Transportation Authority (OCTA) in their Active Transportation department. She also previously worked as an environmental planner at a consulting firm in j Orange County, where she supported renewable energy projects and prepared EDUCATION environmental clearances. ■ Master of Urban and PROJECT EXPERIENCE Regional Planning, City of Montebello General Plan Update, Downtown Specific Plan, Transportation Policy and Planning, University of Environmental Impact Report (EIR), VMT Guidelines, and Bicycle Master Plan; California, Los Angeles Montebello, CA. Kittelson developed the updated circulation element for the ■ BA, Integrative Biology, City of Montebello General Plan Update and their Downtown Specific Plan area. University of California, Kittelson updated the mobility element's goals, policies, and a circulation Berkeley network to accommodate the City's envisioned land use and circulation YEARS OF EXPERIENCE buildout. The plan provides an enhanced network of trails, enhance pedestrian 3 and bicycle mobility and promote a vibrant and walkable downtown area and near rail stations. Kittelson also prepared a citywide bicycle master plan (BMP) CERTIFICATIONS as part of this effort. Karen conducted the traffic operations analysis for the ■ Certified Planner, CEQA and non-CEQA environmental documentation and assisted with American Institute of developing the BMP vision, goals, and recommended bicycle improvements. Certified Planners, #35511 City of Glendale Land Use & Circulation Element Update/Transportation ■ Road Safety Professional, Impact Fee/SB 743 Implementation/Travel Demand Model Update; Glendale, Level 1, #1684 CA. Kittelson is currently developing an updated circulation element for the AFFILIATIONS City of Glendale and updating its citywide travel demand model. As part of this ■ American Planning effort, Kittelson also prepared a VMT estimating tool for the City and Association developed its updated SB 743-compliant transportation impact study ■ Women's Transportation guidelines. Karen is assisting with the preparation of the updated circulation Seminar element's goals, policies, and implementation actions. City of Brea General Plan Update; Brea, CA. The Downtown Core Specific Plan addresses active transportation, complete streets, automobile and truck traffic, intersection and roadway vehicular level of service operations, and transit options for the heart of downtown Brea. It also considers transformative technologies such as transportation network companies (e.g., Uber, Lyft, Bird, Lime) and prospective integration of connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs). These advancements and shifts in transportation modes may impact parking demand for various land uses, potentially altering the need for public parking facilities and the City's parking requirements. Kittelson is preparing the Circulation Element, conducting workshops, and transportation analyses in support of the City's General Plan Update and new Downtown Core Specific Plan. Karen supported the existing conditions write-up and assisted with the citywide transportation operations analysis. KITTFI SAN De Novo Planning Group 20 De Novo Planning Group ■ENEM A Land Use Planning, Design, and Environmental Pirm DE NOVO PLANNING GROUP De Novo Planning Group is a land use and environmental planning firm Community Planning specializing in community planning, environmental studies, design, and de- » General Plans velopment services. Founded in 2008 in the greater Sacramento area, De „ Visioning Plans Novo opened an office in Orange County in 2017—led by Principal Aman » Housing Elements da Tropiano—to serve southern California clients. The firm's principal -level staff have successfully completed over 400 projects consisting of compre— hensive general plans, visioning plans, specific plans, housing elements, en- DZoning Codes vironmental impact reports, negative declarations, initial studies, NEPA anal- » Public Facilitation yses, climate action plans, biological assessments, wetland delineations, and » Grant Writing development projects throughout California. As part of essentially all of our » Project Management long-range planning projects, De Novo designs and implements communi- „ Application Processing ty engagement programs. » Project Review/Peer Review OUR MISSION Environmental Studies Our mission is to provide municipal and private sector clients with world -class CEQA Compliance professional services, through principal -level attention to every project. We pride ourselves on our ability to work with clients to balance their economic, NEPA Compliance social, environmental, legal, and political goals. Our services result in an inte- » Biological Studies grated planning and environmental solution for every project that is technical- » Agricultural Studies ly sound, cost effective and delivered within the client's schedule. » Air Quality Studies OUR PHILOSOPHY » Climate Action Plans Our philosophy is to proactively plan and design projects in such a way that » Sustainability Planning public and environmental concerns are addressed and accommodated early » Mitigation Monitoring in the process. We strongly believe in the use of local knowledge for devel- „ Permitting oping sensible and cost-effective solutions to local concerns. Our solutions integrate local knowledge with the best available resources to achieve recog- nized national and international standards for planning and environmental » Land Use Plans management, to achieve a balance in local economic, social, and environ- » Subdivision Layouts mental goals. De Novo Planning Group is dedicated to fostering a partner- » Site Planning ship with each agency we serve, through listening to the community and » Design Guidelines stakeholders and reflecting the ideas and concerns we hear in the approach developed for each project. Development » Feasibility Studies OURTEAM » Due Diligence Packages The work program will be led out of our southern California office located in » Competition Analyses the City of Tustin. De Novo is a California S-Corporation and has 25 full-time staff, including four Principals, three Principal Planners, four Senior Planners, " Cost Estimate and a team of technical associates. We provide personal service to all of our clients and are committed to exceeding your expectations on all components of the work plan. De Novo Planning Group 21 Rosemead Focused General Plan Update ►%� KITTELSON �� L� &ASSOCIATES Kittelson & Associates, Inc. (Kittelson), an S-Corporation, has provided transportation engineering, planning, and research services to public agencies and private organi- zations since inception in Portland, OR in1985. Today, Kit- telson has a staff of over 400 in 31 offices across the U.S., including four offices in California (Orange, San Diego, Oakland, and Sacramento). With this breadth of staffing, Kittelson is able to meet client needs with national ex- pertise and local experience. Kittelson has developed deep familiarity with local, re- gional, and state transportation engineering and design requirements, including best practices and context -sen- sitive treatments for active transportation and safety projects. In addition, we have been working across the state to develop and implement new transportation metric in response to Senate Bill (SB) 743, including the preparation of new transportation impact study guide- lines, vehicle -miles traveled (VMT) mitigation measures, and transportation impact fee programs. Key service areas include: » Transportation Planning » Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning » Multimodal Planning » Traffic Operations » Safety Analysis » Travel Demand Forecasting » Transit Planning » Development Services » Geometric Design » Grant Application Support Kittelson recently led the development of the updated City of Montebello General Plan Mobility Element as part of the overall General Plan update and supported the development of the City's Downtown Specific Plan. Key topics included improving bicycle and pedestrian access and connectivity in the city's downtown area and con- necting to future stations along the planned Gold Line light rail extension. Kittelson's tasks included assessing existing multimodal transportation conditions and op- portunities for private vehicles, bicyclists, pedestrians, transit users, and other modes, and developing mobili- ty element goals, policies, and implementation actions. As part of this effort, Kittelson hosted a series of work- shops and charettes to inform the public and stakehold- ers on key transportation issues and solicited feedback on opportunities to improve the multimodal circulation network. A series of conceptual cross -sections and road diets were incorporated into the downtown area to pro- mote accessibility and better integration of land uses to meet the mobility needs of all users, To support the general plan update process, Kittelson prepared a transportation analysis report that includ- ed both CEQA analysis (based on VMT and other CEQA criteria) and a non-CEQA analysis of intersections and roadway segments in the city. Simultaneously with this effort, Kittelson assisted the City with preparing its SB 743-consistent transportation impact study guidelines. The guidelines included requirements for both CEQA transportation impact analysis and non-CEQA trans- portation assessments. As part of this effort, Kittelson reviewed recommendations for the city developed by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) and provided a final set of recommendations for VMT metrics, significance thresholds, and screening criteria. Kittelson also developed recommendations for traffic operations and other non-CEQA analysis and developed the final guidelines. As a part of this effort, Kittelson worked with the City to develop its first Bicycle Master Plan (BMP), including infrastructure and programmatic recommendations, which will guide the expansion of bicycle infrastructure that meets the needs of the community and promotes a safer environment for people to bike. The plan's goals are to improve bicycling connectivity, access to transit, and safety for all users. Community outreach included bilingual outreach materials, public workshops, an online survey, and outreach at the City's Downtown Street Fest event. De Novo Planning Group 22 AN EXPERIENCED PROJECT TEAM The De Novo Planning Group team represents a full -service team of city planning and subject -matter experts capable of providing all services requested by the City of Rosemead. We recognize and appreciate the tremendous commit- ment you are making to this program; the impacts to your time and financial resources are real and significant and it is our goal to work with you on an innovative program that results in an implementation -oriented plan. We will closely coordinate with City Staff and will provide principal -level attention to every step of the process while adhering to the project schedule and budget. As planning practitioners, we truly see ourselves as your community's "scribes". Every General Plan Update that we un- dertake is specifically tailored to the community we are working in, from developing an appropriate project approach, assembling the best team of subconsultants, listening to and learning from the community, implementing the work plan, and delivering the products. It is our job to guide you and the community through this complicated process while being mindful of local issues, opportunities, and preferences. We have worked with geographically large agencies (cities and counties), cities with small populations, agricultural communities, urban cities, and everything in between. Below is a list of De Novo Planning Group's General Plan Up- date experience over just the past five years (2020-2025). Sample Relevant Project Experience Jurisdiction Atwater General Plan and EIR Size (sci mi) 6.57 Population 31,970 Jobs 7,740 3obs/Pop Patio_ 0.24 Brea General Plan and EIR 12.1 47,325 23,900 0.47 Campbell General Plan, CAP, and EIR 5.9 40,000 25,000 0.63 Clovis General Plan Update and EIR 25.9 125,000 56,000 0.45 County of Orange General Plan and EIR 792.8 136,000 27,900 0.21 Glendale General Plan and EIR 30.5 203,000 84,000 0.41 Glenn County General Plan and EIR and Zoning Code Update 1,327 29,000 9,340 0.32 Hughston General Plan and EIR 1.91 7,500 1,290 0.17 Indian Wells General Plan and EIR 14.5 5,400 3.390 0.62 Jackson General Plan and EIR 3.58 5,000 3,080 0.62 La Verne General Plan and EIR 8.5 33,000 10,000 0.30 Laguna Niguel General Plan and EIR 14.7 64,000 11,400 0.18 Lake Forest General Plan and EIR 16.7 77,000 35,000 OAS Lathrop General Plan and EIR 23.0 18,000 6,800 0.37 Lawndale General Plan, Hawthorne Specific Plan, and EIR 2.0 33,000 4,300 0.13 Lomita General Plan, EIR, and Rezoning Program 2.0 20,000 2,750 0.13 Manteca General Plan and EIR 20.6 75,000 15,000 0.20 Milpitas General Plan and EIR 13.6 67,000 44,000 0.66 Mountain House General Plan and EIR 3.19 24,500 1,140 0.05 Pittsburg General Plan and EIR 19.5 70,000 13,000 0.19 Rancho Santa Margarita General Plan*, LHMP, EIR and Housing and Safety Elements 12.94 48,000 14,250 0.29 Red Bluff General Plan and EIR 7.67 14,710 6,700 0.46 San Jacinto General Plan, Zoning Update, and EIR 26.0 48,000 6,300 0.13 San Marcos General Plan, Zoning Update, and EIR 24.4 96,000 28,600 0.30 * General Plan Updated prepared while De Novo Principal Planner Starla Barker was employed at another planning firm. De Novo Planning Group 23 LA VERNE GENERAL PLAN UPDATE, HOUSING ELEMENT, ZONING CODE & EIR City of La Verne De Novo Planning Group partnered with the City of La Verne to update its General Plan and Environmental Impact Report, approved unanimously by City Council in early 2025. This effort included community engagement through workshops, a General Plan Advisory Committee, surveys, and a dedicated website: http://laverne.generalplan.org. Since the last update in 1998, the City has seen significant changes, including the Gold Line exten- sion, demographic shifts, and land use questions in its Sphere of Influence. The team collaborated with a 15-member advisory committee and hosted 10 meetings to draft goals and policies addressing mobility, economic de- velopment, wellness, and more. With a new Specific Plan guiding develop- ment around the upcoming Gold Line Station, the General Plan balances a vision for vibrant growth with preserving the character of La Verne's estab- lished neighborhoods and historic Old Town. GENERAL PLAN UPDATE, FOCUSED ZONING CODE UPDATE, & EIR City of San Jacinto De Novo Planning Group led the City of San Jacinto's General Plan Update, EIR, Zoning Ordinance update, and Cultural Landscape Study, combining innovative engagement and creative communication. Reflecting the Inland Empire's shifting demographics, San Jacinto's population is diversifying and aging, while affordable housing and the upcoming Downtown Specific Plan attract new residents. Celebrating its history and culture, the City engaged the community through in -person and online outreach, including focus groups, a bilingual direct mailer with record -breaking engagement, and a 3-minute video showcasing its past and future. Key issues like housing, economic development, and historic preservation guided the updated land use plan, expanding housing and business opportunities. The effort culminated in updated zoning regulations, ensuring San Jacinto's growth aligns with its vision as a vibrant, inclusive community proud of its unique place in the region. GENERAL PLAN UPDATE, HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE, MIXED -USE ZONING STANDARDS, AND EIR City of Lake Forest De Novo Planning Group prepared the City of Lake Forest General Plan Up- date. Three years after the City incorporated in 1991, Lake Forest adopted its first General Plan to help guide the City's physical development. Since then, the City has undergone a number of significant changes including the an- nexations of Portola Hills and Foothill Ranch, the closure of the El Toro Ma- rine Corps Base, and the launch of the Opportunities Study Area. De Novo served as the Prime Consultant and directly managed a robust community engagement program including one -one -one interviews, community open houses, visioning workshops, General Plan Advisory Committee meetings, online surveys and feedback tools, and social media campaign. The new General Plan is based on the community's vision and values and will guide the long-term growth and development in Lake Forest for the next 20 years. Candice Bowcock, Principal Planner 909-596-8706 cbowcock@cityoflaverne.org 3660 D St La Verne, CA 91750 Travis Randal, Assistant City Manager 951-654-7337 x 400 trandel@sanjacintoca.gov 595 S. San Jacinto Ave San Jacinto, CA 92583 "uxe 10'est General Plan upd Gayle Ackerman, Director of Development Services 949-461-3463 GAckerma n@lakeforestca.gov 100 Civic Center Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630 De Novo Planning Group 24 Our team has reviewed the Standard City Contract and Insurance Requirements. 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Consultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the City, its directors, officials officers, employees, agents or volunteers. EXHIBIT B INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions Insurance as appropriate shall be written on a policy form coverage specifically designed to protect against acts, errors or omissions of the Consultant and "Covered Professional Services" as designated in the policy must specifically include work performed under this agreement. The policy limit shall be no less than $2,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. The policy must "pay on behalf of the insured a•st defend.inelude a provision establishiiig the insurer's duty to The policy retroactive date shall be on or before the effective date of this agreement. De Novo Planning Group 25 We are in possession of and acknowledge Addendum #1 Q&A Responses Issued 08-07-2025, De Novo Planning Group 26 TASK/ACTIVITY Principal Principal Planner Associate Planner Assistant Planner De Novo Subtotals Mobility ACTIVITY TOTALS Kittelson TOTALS Hours 1 $235 Hours 1 $210 Hours $145 Hours 1 $135 Hours Fee Fee Task 1. Project Management 1.1 Kick-off Meeting 1 8 $1,880 4 $840 4 $580 0 $01 16 $3,3001 $0 $3,300 1.2 Project Administration 1 16 $3,760 12 $2,520 0 $01 0 $01 28 $6,280 $01 $6,280 TASK 1 SUBTOTAL 24 $S,640 16 $3,360 4 $580 0 $01 44 $9,580 $0 $9,580 Task 2. Element Updates 2.1 Resource Management Element 8 $1,880 12 $2,520 40 $5,800 40 $5,400 100 $15,600 $5,100 $20,700 2.2 Circulation Element 16 $3,760 20 $4,200 0 $0 0 $0 36 $7,960 $32,080 $40,040 2.3 Public Safety Element 8 $1,880 16 $3,360 32 $4,640 12 $1,620 68 $11,550 $0 $11,500 2.4 Tribal Consultation (SB 18) 0 $0 2 $420 20 $2,900 14 $1,890 36 $5,210 $0 $5,210 TASK 2 SUBTOTAL 32 $7,520 50 $10500 92 $13,340 66 $8,910 240 $40,270 $37,180 $77,450 Task 3. Adoption 3.1 Public Hearings 8 $1,880 8 $1,680 0 $0 0 $0 16 $3,5601 $2,000 $5,560 3.2 CEQA Compliance 2 $470 4 $840 12 $1,740 10 $1,350 28 $4,4001 $0 $4,400 TASK 3 SUBTOTAL 10 $2,350 12 $2,520 12 E $1,740 10 $1,350 44 $7,9601 $2,000 $9,960 Subtotals • 66 $ 15,510 1 78 $ 16,380 108 $15,660 76 Ifltl#gNN 328 $ 57,810 $ 39,180 $96,990 $96,990 Optional Task X: CEQA Compliance - Initial Study/Negative Declaration TASK/ACTIVITY Principal Principal Planner Associate Planner Assistant PlanneDe r Novo Subtotals Mobility ACTIVITY TOTALS Kittelson TOTALS Hours 1 $235 Hours 1 $210 Hours 1 $145 Hours $135 1 Hours I Fee Fee X.1 AB 52 Tribal Consultation $0 4 $840 4 $580 8 $1,080 16 $2,500 $0 $2,500 X.2 Administrative Draft IS/ND 4 $940 20 $4,200 40 $5,800 32 $4,320 96 $15,260 $0 $15,260 X.3 Revised Draft and Public Draft IS/ND 2 $470 12 $2,520 20 $2,900 24 $3,240 58 $9,130 $0 $9,130 X.4 Final IS/ND 2 $470 6 $1,260 12 $1,740 10 $1,350 30 $4,820 $0 $4,820 Optional Task Subtotal 8 1,880 42 8,820 76 11,020 74 9,990 200 $31,710 0 31,710 De Novo Planning Group 27 Attachment D Proposal from Interwest Ws "Vlm 513112 TI-N pp� CITY OF ROSEM EAD General Plan Update August 14,2025 15:00 P.M. PROPOSAL MAIN CONTACTS: Chantet Power, ACIP, Project Manager 1909.754.1653 cpower(ainterwestgrp.com Victor Aguilar, Business Development Representative 510.996.63511 vaguitar(ainterwestgrp.com www.interwestgrp.com 513112 TI-N pp� CITY OF ROSEM EAD General Plan Update August 14,2025 15:00 P.M. PROPOSAL MAIN CONTACTS: Chantet Power, ACIP, Project Manager 1909.754.1653 cpower(ainterwestgrp.com Victor Aguilar, Business Development Representative 510.996.63511 vaguitar(ainterwestgrp.com www.interwestgrp.com COVER LETTER . August 14, 2025 rw Annie Lao, Senior Planner City of Rosemead I N T E R W E S T 8838 E. Valley Boulevard A SAFEbuiltCOMPANY Rosemead, CA 91770 HEADQUARTERS Re: RFP # 2025-16 for City of Rosemead Focused General Plan Update 444 N. Cleveland Avenue Dear Ms. Lao and Esteemed Review Committee: Loveland, CO 80537 866.977.4111 The City of Rosemead stands as a vibrant and evolving community in the heart of www.interwestgrp.com the San Gabriel Valley just minutes from downtown Los Angeles. Its commitment to thoughtful planning and strategic implementation has shaped a resilient and inclusive OFFICE LOCATIONS urban environment. The upcoming Focused General Plan Update presents a pivotal Elk Grove Fremont opportunity to build upon this legacy, aligning key elements —Resource Management, Fresno Circulation, and Public Safety —with the mandates new applicable state requirements. Irvine Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. (Interwest) is honored to submit our proposal to Roseville San Diego support the City in this important endeavor. San Jacinto The Right Team for Rosemead BUILDING CODE SERVICES This update is more than a regulatory exercise —it is a chance to reaffirm the City's Building Official vision and values. Rosemead deserves a partner that brings creativity, strategic insight, Plan Review and a deep understanding of community engagement. Interwest is that partner. Our Inspection team is led by Nick Pergakes, AICP, Project Director, and Chantal Power, AICP, Code Enforcement Fire Prevention Project Manager —both seasoned professionals with extensive experience in general Permit Technician plans, specific plans, and zoning code updates across California and beyond. Permitting Software To ensure a comprehensive and technically sound approach, we have assembled a PROFESSIONAL SERVICES multidisciplinaryteamthat includestrusted collaborators with expertise in mobility. Our Planning &Zoning collective experience in Southern California equips us with a nuanced understanding Grant Writing & Management of Rosemead s unique needs and cultural dynamics. Engineering Proven Experience, Meaningful Impact Parks/O&M/On-Site Services Construction Services For over two decades, Interwest has helped communities translate vision into reality Landscape Architecture& through inclusive, context -sensitive planning. Our in-house team excels at managing Urbanism projects that reflect the aspirations of diverse populations, including those who may Construction Engineering face language or cultural barriers to participation. We prioritize listening, inclusivity, Inspection IT, Data, &Technology Services and actionable outcomes —ensuring every voice is heard and represented. �' p Real Estate/Right-of-Way A Strategic, Community -Centered Approach Transportation & Mobility Surveying & Mapping Our methodology integrates robust analysis with dynamic community engagement. Disaster& Recovery This foundation informs every aspect of our planning work. For this project, our sub - consultant partner, Kittelson & Associates, will lead the mobility and connectivity POINT OF CONTACT components. Their recentwork in neighboring jurisdictions ensuresthey bring relevant insights and proven strategies to the Circulation Element. Business evlar Business Development Representative Interwest is enthusiastic about the opportunity to collaborate with the City of 510.996.6351 Rosemead. We welcome the chance to further discuss our ideas and approach. Please vaguilar@interwestgrp.com note that our proposed scope and budget are tailored to meet the City's specific goals and priorities. PROJECT OFFICE I Jenner, Ste. 160 Sincere f Irvine, CA 92618 714.899.9039 Iw-bids@interwestgrp.com Matt Causley Chief Opera ions Officer Interwest Consulting Group, a SAFEbuilt Company City of Rosemead I General Plan Update Is too 0 � �► a►;rsls r� CoverLetter................................................................................................................................... 2 Tab1 Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline............................................................................. 4 ProjectUnderstanding.................................................................................................................. 5 CommunityContext..................................................................................................................... 5 Planning Bacl<ground and Need for Update................................................................................ 5 Understanding of Project Goals.................................................................................................... 6 Consultant's Role and Approach.................................................................................................. 6 ProposedScope of Worl<.............................................................................................................. 7 Timeline...................................................................................................................................... 14 Tab2 Project Team, Key Personnel, and R6sumes...................................................................... 15 Project Team and Sub-consultants............................................................................................. 16 OrganizationalChart................................................................................................................... 17 Resumes..................................................................................................................................... 18 Tab3 Company Qualifications..................................................................................................... 28 CompanyProfile......................................................................................................................... 29 Sub -consultant Profiles............................................................................................................... 33 Current Clients and Similar Projects.......................................................................................... 34 Tab4 References......................................................................................................................... 42 Tab 5 Standard City Contract & Insurance Requirements........................................................... 44 Modifications to RFP and Professional Services Agreement...................................................... 45 Certificateof Insurance............................................................................................................... 46 Tab6 Addenda Acknowledgment............................................................................................... 47 Tab7 Cost Proposal.................................................................................................................... 49 3 Approach., Scope of Work, and timeline k =_ 1�VIM r City of Rosemead I General Plan Update PROJECT UNDERSTANDING COMMUNITY CONTEXT Rosemead is an urban suburb in the San Gabriel Valley, roughly ten miles east of downtown Los Angeles. The city's boundaries reach from Temple City and San Gabriel on the north to Monterey Park, Alhambra and unincorporated Los Angeles County on the west, Montebello on the south, and El Monte and South El Monte to the east. Within its compact 5.2 square mile (2,344 acre) area, Rosemead is predominantly built out and functions as a working-class suburb characterized by a diverse population, about 50,245 residents, as of the 2021 Census. These features mean that any adjustments to the General Plan must acknowledge both the pressures of regional growth and the community's desire to maintain livability, affordability and equity. PLANNING BACKGROUND AND NEED FOR UPDATE Rosemead's existing General Plan represents a patchwork of incremental amendments. Recognizing the overlap between state mandated open space and conservation elements, the City has combined them into a single Resource Management Element. This element, last amended in 2010, addresses parks, recreation, open space, community facilities, air quality, water conservation and energy conservation. Because Rosemead has little remaining undeveloped land and few natural resources, this element emphasizes careful stewardship of the city's remaining parks and open spaces. The Circulation Element was last amended in 2018; and focused on maintaining mobility on local and regional roadways, accommodating increased development intensity and goods movement, and meeting future travel demand through the Land Use Element's 2025 build -out horizon. The Public Safety Element was updated in 2022 to comply with recent legislation. The Housing Element has been updated separately, and the Land Use Element has not been comprehensively overhauled since the early 2000s. Taken together, the General Plan does not reflect the State's recent emphasis on environmental stewardship, climate resilience, equitable access to parks, habitat connectivity and goods movement planning. New legislation—SB 1425 (equitable open space and re -wilding), AB 1889 (wildlife connectivity), AB 2684 (extreme heat planning) and AB 98 (goods movement routes) —creates a compelling reason to revisit key elements to ensure legal compliance and consistency with community aspirations. UNDERSTANDING OF PROJECTGOALS City of Rosemead I General Plan Update The City has recently undergone more comprehensive updates to the General Plan and has opted for a "focused" General Plan update to address legislative updates. The primary task is to update the Resource Management, Circulation and Public Safety Elements to comply with SB 1425, AB 1889, AB 2684, AB 98, and California Government Code Section 65302, subdivision (g)(3) pertaining to very high fire severity zones.. This requires integrating equity minded open space policies, habitat corridors and re -wilding opportunities; identifying designated truck routes and goods movement corridors; analyzing extreme heat vulnerability and adaptation strategies; and aligning hazard mitigation and environmental justice policies with recent statutory requirements. The Resource Management update must protect scarce parks and open spaces while finding creative opportunities for multi -benefit green infrastructure. The Circulation update must balance the needs of commuters, pedestrians, cyclists and freight operators, designating specific goods movement routes so heavy trucks do not intrude into residential neighborhoods. The Safety update must integrate extreme heat planning, wildfire mitigation and multi hazard evacuation, all through the lens of equity. CONSULTANTS ROLE AND APPROACH Interwest understands that success requires more than technical compliance; it demands meaningful engagement with residents, businesses, regional agencies and under served communities. We will begin by listening — conducting interviews and workshops in multiple languages to understand how limited park space, goods movement corridors and climate hazards affect daily life. We will map existing parks, habitat areas, logistics corridors, heat vulnerable neighborhoods and hazard zones to identify opportunities and constraints. Because Rosemead's open space is limited, we will explore innovative solutions such as pocket parks, green roofs and linear greenways along corridors. The Circulation study will model the effects of designating truck routes on traffic conditions and environmental justice. The Safety Element work will draw on regional climate projections to develop actionable adaptation strategies. Throughout, Interwest will coordinate with City staff to ensure that the updated elements integrate seamlessly with the Housing Element, Land Use Element and specific plans, and we will prepare a concise CEQA document to support adoption. The result will be a focused General Plan update that honors Rosemead's unique community, complies with the latest legislation and charts a resilient, equitable path forward. "Interwest Consulting Group is a great partner to the City of Perris. They were instrumental in the vision, financing, and now construction of the 22-acre Enchanted Hills Park. Their passion, professionalism, and commitment were instrumental in bringing the project to fruition." Richard Belmudez, Former City Manager, City of Perris, CA PROPOSED SCOPE OF WORK This scope of work outlines the tasks and deliverables for the City of Rosemead's focused General Plan update. The update will focus on the Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements while ensuring compliance with recent state legislation and providing a clear path to adoption. TASK 1 : PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION The Interwest Team will engage in project management and coordination activities, including start-up and close-out tasks, as needed to maintain a productive collaboration with the City staff and to ensure that the focused General Plan update moves forward according to scope, schedule, and budget. More specifically, we will undertake the following tasks in support of effective project management and coordination. Task 1.1 Project Initiation: At the outset of the project, we will convene a kick-off meeting to introduce key team members, confirm the project objectives and schedule, establish communication protocols, and identify initial data needs. We will also join City staff on a field tour to familiarize the consultant team with Rosemead's physical, environmental, and socioeconomic conditions and to capture local insights. It is anticipated that City staff will organize the field tour. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Kick -Off Meeting & City Tour participation ✓ Kick-off Meeting Agenda & Summary ✓ Data Request Memorandum City of Rosemead I General Plan Update Task 1.2 Project Administration and Collaboration: Throughout the life of the project Interwest will maintain regular contact with City staff via monthly coordination meetings and periodic check -ins to monitor progress, manage the budget, and flag any emerging issues. Our goal is to provide proactive management that keeps the project on schedule and within scope while giving City staff confidence that work is progressing smoothly. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Project Coordination Meetings with City Staff, primarily virtual meetings with in -person limited to key meetings ✓ Meeting Agendas ✓ Updated Project Schedule, as needed ✓ Monthly Invoices TASK 2: BACKGROUND RESEARCH AND EXISTING CONDITIONS ANALYSIS Task 2.1 Document Review and General Plan Audit: The Interwest team will conduct a comprehensive review of Rosemead's current General Plan, zoning ordinance, Housing Element, Circulation Element, hazard mitigation plan, and other relevant studies to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and areas where state law has evolved since the last updates. We will assess recent legislation such as Senate Bill 1425, Assembly Bills 1889 and 2684, Assembly Bill 98, and Government Code Section 65302(g)(3), as well as the Office of Planning and Research General Plan Guidance Documents, to ensure that the updated elements address very high fire hazard severity zones, equitable access to open space, re -wilding opportunities, wildlife movement and connectivity, extreme heat hazards, goods movement patterns, and other statutory requirements. Concurrently, we will assemble baseline data on demographics, land use, mobility, community facilities, environmental constraints, and public safety hazards. This information will be mapped using GIS and summarized in an existing conditions report that highlights key issues and opportunities. The research will inform the development of the vision, alternatives, and policy recommendations that follow. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Document Review Summary presented in memo or other format suitable for review and comment ✓ Site Reconnaissance as needed to record key site conditions with emphasis on focus areas ✓ General Plan Study Area Base Map ✓ Focus Area Base Maps, as needed Task 2.2 Socioeconomic Conditions & Community Resources Analysis: The Intenwest team will undertake analysis of the socioeconomic conditions and community resources at a level appropriate to a General Plan. In order to meet AB 2684s mandate to address extreme heat hazards, we will prepare a vulnerability assessment using local temperature, heat index and socio economic data. We will address pertinent demographic and pertinent social characteristics; economic and market conditions and factors; public services and facilities; community and cultural resources and amenities; and related topics as informed by our document review and audit. Community Resources & Amenities: We will collect and review available background data (including GIS data) and provide an analysis of existing community resources and capacities, with a focus on the location, distribution, and condition of physical facilities. More specifically, we will describe and map major public service resources and open space facilities (e.g., civic, recreational, educational, and public safety facilities), as well as community and cultural resources and amenities that serve the planning area. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Socioeconomic Conditions, and Community Resources Analysis presented in memo or other format (with supporting graphics) suitable for review and comment. City of Rosemead I General Plan Update Task 2.3 Built Environment Analysis: Interwest will undertake analysis of the built environment at a level appropriate to a General Plan, aswel I as a more directed analysis of land use, transportation networks, parks and open space, habitat areas, wildlife movement, logistics uses, and climate hazards. GIS mapping will illustrate open space distribution and access to comply with SB 1425s equity requirement. We will analyze wildlife connectivity and identify existing and planned wildlife passage features, as required by AB 1889. To address AB 98, we will document existing truck routes, goods movement patterns and sensitive receptors to design appropriate truck corridors. This task is anticipated to include the following: • Land Use & Community Design: We will collect and review available background data (including GIS data) and provide a planning level analysis of existing land use conditions and community design character. More specifically, we will describe and map land use distribution; growth patterns; local character and identities; and related issues as appropriate. Transportation Impact Assessment: Kittelson will prepare a transportation impact assessment memo, documenting the potential transportation - related impacts consistent with the CEQA Appendix G checklist. Note, it is assumed that a quantitative VMT analysis is not required and that a qualitative VMT review will suffice, since no land use changes will be proposed as part of this general plan update. The memo will document potential transportation impacts related to: C. Vehicle miles traveled Public transit, roadway, pedestrian, and bicycle facilities Geometric design and incompatible use hazards Emergency access Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Built Environment Analysis presented in memo or other format (with supporting graphics) suitable for review and comment ✓ Draft final Transportation Impact Assessment presented in memo or other format (with supporting graphics) suitable for review and comment Task 2.4 Natural Environment & Environmental Resources Analysis: We will undertake analysis of the natural environment ata level appropriate to a General Plan, as well as a more directed analysis as needed. We will collect and review available background data (including GIS data) and describe and map open space resources and environmentally sensitive lands; natural resources and resource conservation programs; natural and environmental hazard risks; and related topics as informed by our document review and audit. Additionally, we will assess the opportunities and constraints to providing equitable access, identifying rewilding opportunities, mitigating barriers to wildlife movement and increasing habitat connectivity, and planning for increased climate resilience. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Natural Environment & Environmental Resources Analysis presented in memo or other format (with supporting graphics) suitable for review and comment TASK 3: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT The Interwest team will facilitate community outreach and engagement, offering various forums for stakeholders, city staff and elected officials, partner agencies, and the broader public to provide feedback and participate in the planning process. The community engagement program will be designed to be inclusive, and accessible to the City's diverse population. Task 3.1 Outreach Plan, Promotional Materials and Online Engagement: We will begin by crafting a comprehensive outreach plan that identifies stakeholders, describes outreach tools, and schedules key milestones. To ground the update in local values and meet SB 1425s call for equitable access to open space, Interwest will design a multilingual outreach program. Engagement will include the preparation of branded educational materials (fact sheets, flyers, social media content) in English, Spanish, Mandarin, and Vietnamese to raise awareness of the update. Online engagement tools, such as surveys or interactive maps, will be deployed to reach residents who cannot attend in person meetings and workshops. The Interwest Team will also design and maintain a simple project landing page, so that the community can reference up-to-date information on the project, upcoming events, and ways to participate in the process. City of Rosemead I General Plan Update Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Outreach Plan, presented in memo or other format suitable for review and comment; to be updated as needed ✓ Project Fact Sheet (what is a general plan?) one draft and one final PDF ✓ Promotional Materials (e.g., flyers, newsletter content, posters, etc.); one draft and one final PDF of each item for key project milestones and events (assume up to six) ✓ Promotional materials will be designed and translated into English, Spanish, Mandarin, and Vietnamese as appropriate Task 3.2 Steering Committee Meetings: The Interwest team will participate in bi-monthly meetings with a General Plan Steering Committee, at which meetings we will provide updates on project status; present work progress; provide professional advice; and receive input and recommendations from Committee members. We will lead facilitation, prepare agendas, provide meeting and collateral materials as needed, and document each event. We anticipate that City staff will take the lead in forming the General Plan Steering Committee, and will organize and provide logistics for each meeting (e.g., invitations, notice, location, equipment, etc.) Consultant Deliverables: ✓ General Plan Steering Committee Meetings; participation and facilitation of bi-monthly meetings ✓ Agenda & Summary for each Steering Committee Meeting, presented in memo format Task 3.3 Stakeholder Engagement: We will engage key project stakeholders and stakeholder groups through interviews and consultation. Participants and precise scheduling will be determined in consultation with the City; nonetheless, we anticipate that these events will include some combination of City leadership, business and property owners, local developers and real estate brokers, representatives of community organizations and advocacy groups, etc. Sessions may be provided in -person or using a virtual format; we will lead each interview and consultation, provide collateral material as needed, and document each event. It is anticipated that City staff will help organize these sessions and provide logistics as appropriate (e.g., invitations, notice, location, equipment, etc.) Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Stakeholder Meetings & Consultation, participation in a maximum of ten (10) hours of consultation; conducted as in -person or virtual meetings ✓ Summary for each Stakeholder meeting, presented in memo format ✓ Collateral Materials, as appropriate (e.g., PowerPoint presentations, exhibits, etc.) Task 3.4 Community Workshops: The Interwest Team will facilitate a maximum of two (2) community workshops. We will coordinate with City Staff to determine the most appropriate timing and location for each workshop, as well as to develop a strategy that ensures each workshop is informative and engaging. For these participation events, we offer a range of interactive formats (e.g., charrettes, small group exercises, round table discussions, open houses, etc.). The overall intent is to inform community members about the project; allow for valuable feedback and evaluation of concepts and recommendations; and build support for the final proposal. It is anticipated that City Staff will organize and provide logistics for these meetings (e.g., notice, location, equipment, etc.). Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Community Workshops, participation and facilitation at a maximum of two (2) workshops (assumes in -person, but could be delivered virtually) ✓ Collateral Materials as appropriate (e.g., PowerPoint presentations, exhibits, etc.) ✓ Community Workshop Agendas & Summaries, presented in memo format Task 3.5 Policymaker Study Sessions: We will coordinate with City staff in conducting up to three (3) Study Sessions with the Planning Commission and City Council. The timing will be coordinated with key milestones and determined in coordination with City staff; the intent is to keep policymakers informed regarding project status and to receive their input on in -progress work product. We will provide collateral materials and facilitate presentations as appropriate. It is anticipated that City staff will organize these meetings (e.g., notice, location, equipment, etc.) and provide agendas and meeting minutes. City of Rosemead I General Plan Update Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Policymaker Study Sessions, attendance and facilitation at a maximum of two (2) sessions ✓ Collaterals Materials as appropriate (e.g., PowerPoint presentations, exhibits, etc.) TASK 4: DRAFT GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS Building on our background review and assessment, the Interwest Team will undertake the following tasks to prepare a Draft General Plan Update. Task 4.1 Outline & Format: Prior to crafting the General Plan Update, we will work with City staff to ensure a workable structure for the document that is easy to maintain and update, as well as a graphic, visually appealing format that is easy to read and navigate. For this task, we will prepare a proposed outline, covering a chapter -by -chapter organization. We will also prepare a graphic template that presents a proposed layout for prototypical page types; the template will be provided using the InDesign software application. Based on consultation with City staff, the existing organization of the General Plan may be maintained or revised as needed to better address changing conditions and future aspirations. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Draft General Plan Outline, presented in memo or other format suitable for review and comment ✓ Draft General Plan Format Template, presented in standard letter or other approved format; provided as InDesign and .pdf copies Task 4.2 Draft Element Updates: We will prepare updates to the various elements of the General Plan, anticipating that some elements will require more extensive revision, whereas some elements will require limited changes as necessary to address changing conditions and maintain consistency throughout the document. We will provide updates to goals and policies, maps and exhibits, and other components of each element as needed to reflect findings from the background analysis; address changing conditions, emerging issues, and new initiatives; and maintain consistency between elements of the General Plan. Focusing on the Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements, we will prepare comprehensive draft text, goals, policies, and implementation measures that reflect the vision, 10 and comply with state law. The updated Resource Management Element will integrate open space, conservation, sustainability, parks, and community facilities, emphasizing the protection and efficient use ofRosemead'slimited natural resources.TheCirculation Element will incorporate goods movement networks and identify high injury streets and intersections and will include safety improvement implementation measures to reduce traffic collisions. The Public Safety Element will consolidate hazard mitigation strategies, emergency preparedness, planning for extreme heat, and requirements for very high fire hazard severity zones, consistent with Government Code Section 65302, subdivision (g)(3), and the latest guidance from CAL FIRE. Where appropriate, we will update related maps and diagrams and propose an implementation program that assigns responsibilities and timelines for carrying out the policies. The draft elements will be presented in a clear, reader -friendly layout with supporting graphics. AB 98 Compliance: Kittelson will assist the City in its AB 98 compliance for an updated truck route map and corresponding circulation element goals, policies, and actions. We will obtain and review information that will help understand if modifications are needed to the City's truck route map. This will include information related to: • Sensitive receptors in the city • Existing and future residential, industrial, and other relevant land uses within the city • Existing and planned truck routes for other jurisdictions that connect to Rosemead's city boundaries Based on our review of this data, we will develop a draft updated truck route map. We will add or delete streets from the City's existing truck route map so that it fulfills AB 98 requirements by maximizing the use of arterial roadways and commercial streets and striving to avoid paths through residential areas and sensitive receptors. Kittelson will prepare a final map based on a set of consolidated comments. In addition to preparing the updated truck route map to incorporate into the circulation element, we will prepare edits and additions to the City's circulation element goals, policies, and actions to fulfill AB 98 requirements. Note that this will not include any changes to other General Plan elements, such as the Land Use Element. AB 1889 Compliance: The Room to Roam Act requires City of Rosemead I General Plan Update local agencies to consider and implement measures to protect wildlife connectivity as part of their general plan. This includes the effects on highways and other transportation facilities on wildlife corridors. Kittelson will contribute to the team's AB 1889 work by reviewing the existing and proposed transportation network to determine if there are effects on wildlife movements that should be addressed through physical or programmatic measures. This will include a review of the City's arterial streets plus freeways and highways that run through Rosemead (1-10, SR-164, SR-60) for potential effects on wildlife movements. SB 932 Compliance: The Plan for the Future Bill requires local agencies to identify high injury streets and intersections in their general plans and prioritize safety improvements to reduce traffic collisions. To assist the City in compliance, Kittelson will obtain the five most recent years of crash data from the Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS),focusing on crashes that resulted in fatalities or injuries. Using this GIS dataset, we will map the reported crashes and their associated attributes (e.g., severity, primary contributing factors) on the City's public streets. Based on the spatial network analysis, Kittelson will develop crash severity scores for intersections and roadways using the state -of -the -practice Equivalent Property Damage Only (EPDO) approach, which assigns a weight based on crash severity and its equivalent property -damage -only crash cost. This approach highlights roadway segments and intersections with both frequent and fatal/severe crashes, aligns with the methodology for HSIP grant applications, and can be repeated in future years when new data becomes available for evaluation. The high injury motor vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian networks will be mapped, and a resulting list of priority locations will be prepared based. AB 2684 Compliance: Interwest will prepare an update of the Safety Element to address extreme heat hazards as required by AB 2684. This will include a vulnerability assessment, identification of high risk populations, and adaptation strategies such as cooling centers, shade infrastructure and heat resilient urban design. 11 Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Draft and final truck route update memo and map ✓ Draft recommendations for changes to transportation networks and wildlife corridors ✓ Transportation network high injury map ✓ Heat vulnerability map ✓ Draft Element Updates, including recommended goals, policies, and implementation measures presented in approved format (with supporting graphics) suitable for review and comment Task 4.3 Administrative Draft General Plan Update: We will prepare an Administrative Review Draft General Plan Update that compiles applicable work product into a cohesive document suitable for review by City staff and other appropriate parties. As appropriate, technical studies will be incorporated as appendices and/or referenced as stand-alone documents. It is anticipated that City staff will handle distribution of administrative draft documentation. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Administrative Review Draft Specific Plan Update, presented in approved format; provided as Microsoft Word (or InDesign) and .pdf copies TASKS: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA) Consistent with the California Environmental Quality Act, we will prepare the appropriate environmental document for the focused General Plan update. Task 5.1 CEQA Initiation: The team will first develop a concise project description and initiate the CEQA process by preparing a Notice of Preparation (NOP), tribal consultation, and conducting a public scoping meeting. Based on the scope of changes proposed to the Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements and the potential for significant impacts, we will prepare either a Negative Declaration (ND), a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND), or a Programmatic Environmental Impact Report (PEIR). Task 5.2 Environmental Analysis: The environmental analysis will address transportation (using VMT methodology), air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, noise, biological resources, and hazards and hazardous materials, as appropriate and will consider the effects of new open space policies, truck routing, habitat connectivity and extreme heat adaptations on land City of Rosemead I General Plan Update use, transportation, air quality, noise and biological resources, as well as cumulative impacts. The draft document will be circulated for public review; we will respond to comments and prepare a Final CEOA document along with a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) to ensure that commitments such as truck route signage, park access improvements, habitat corridor enhancements and extreme heat adaptation measures are implemented. An implementation plan will summarize all actions, responsible parties and time frames for compliance with SB 1425, AB 1889, AB 2684 and AB 98. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Project description, Tribal consultation, Notice of Preparation, and scoping materials, an administrative draft CEQA document, a screencheck draft for City review, the public draft and final CEQA documents, and the MMRP. TASK & ADOPTION AND FINALIZATION In the final phase of the project, Interwest will assist the City in completing the public adoption process. The Interwest team will present the draft General Plan amendments and CEQA findings to the Planning Commission and City Council, incorporating feedback receivedduring study sessions and the publiccomment period. We will work with City staff to refine the documents based on direction from decision -makers and prepare the final adoption version of the updated elements. This phase will include drafting resolutions and staff reports, attending hearings, and providing technical support during deliberations. Upon adoption, we will produce the final formatted General Plan documents for distribution to the public and will deliver digital files, including updated GIS layers, for the City's use. Task 6.1 Public Review Draft General Plan Update: We will prepare a Public Review General Plan Update suitable for public review and comment. This document will incorporate City staff comments and other approved changes that result from review of administrative drafts; we assumethatone consolidated set of non -contradictory comments will be provided. It is anticipated that City staff will handle distribution of public review draft documentation. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Public Review Draft General Plan Update, presented in approved format; provided in InDesign and .PDF copies 12 Task 6.2 Public Hearing Draft General Plan Update: We will prepare draft Public Hearing General Plan Update suitable for review and comment during public hearings. This document will incorporate City staff approved changes that result from comments on public review drafts; we assume that one consolidated set of non -contradictory comments will be provided. It is anticipated that City staff will handle distribution of public hearing draft documentation. Consultant Deliverables: Public Hearing Draft General Plan Update, presented in approved format; provided in InDesign and .PDF copies Task 6.3 Public Hearings: We will participate in a maximum of four (4) public hearings associated with review, public comment, and adoption of the General Plan Update. We anticipate that our participation will be comprised of one (1) or two (2) public hearings before the Planning Commission and one (1) or two (2) public hearings before the City Council, although our participation may be directed toward any combination of Planning Commission and City Council hearings. For each public hearing, we will provide collateral materials as appropriate, and we will be available to present the plan and respond to questions and comments. It is anticipated that City Staff will organize the hearings (e.g., notice, location, equipment, etc.), prepare staff reports, and provide meeting minutes. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Public Hearings, participation in a maximum of four (4) public hearings before the Planning Commission and/or City Council ✓ Collateral Materials, as appropriate (e.g., PowerPoint presentations, exhibits, etc.) Task 6.4 Final General Plan Update: Interwest will guide the adoption process, presenting draft and final elements to the Planning Commission and City Council, addressing City staff, Commission, Council, and public comments, and preparing final documents for adoption. The final Resource Management, Circulation and Safety Elements will explicitly reference compliance with SB 1425 and AB 1889 in the conservation/open space policies, address extreme heat hazards per AB 2684, and include truck routing maps and policies required by AB 98. Digital files and GIS layers will be delivered for integration into the City's systems. City of Rosemead I General Plan Update At this stage we anticipate the requested changes will be minimal; extensive changes will require that we revisit scope and fee. It is also anticipated that City staff will handle distribution of final documentation. Consultant Deliverables: ✓ Final General Plan Update, presented in approved format; provided in InDesign and .PDF copies CONCLUSION This scope of work ensures that Rosemead`s General Plan update is not only legally compliant but also forward looking and community focused, integrating new state mandates into cohesive policies that protect natural resources, manage logistics impacts, and enhance community resilience. 13 N W 3 lz W Z Project Team,_ Ke esumes 1I City of Rosemead I General Plan Update PROJECTTEAM AND SUBCONSULTANTS PROJECT LEADERSHIP AND PRIMARY CONTACTS Interwest is committed to proactive, transparent communication with the City. Regular check -ins between account management, operations, and City staff will be established to identify risks early and ensure smooth contract execution. The account team will work with the City to determine the most effective meeting cadence. Richard "Rick" Smeaton, AICP, Director of Planning and Principal -in -Charge, oversees Interwest's Planning Team and will serve as a resource to the team. His extensive experience in director -level positions in municipal government affords him the skills and sensitivity to complete projects on time and within budget. Nick Pergakes, AICP, will serve as the Project Director. As Project Director he will provide support to the project team and oversee the quality of services provided. Nick has the flexibility to adjust his workload and increase his involvement as needed to meet the City's evolving needs. This adaptable, team -based approach ensures continuity, responsiveness, and consistent delivery of high -quality work. Recent similar projects include the Rio Vista General Plan Update, San Benito County Zoning Code Update, Rancho Cordova Objective Design Standards/Zoning Code Update, and the Corona Downtown Specific Plan. Chantal Power, AICP, will be the Project Manager for the City and will provide the day -today management of the project. Chantal Power is a certified planner with over 13 years of experience in municipal and consulting planning. As Project Manager for the City of Rosemead, she oversees planning initiatives with a focus on zoning, hazard mitigation, and long-range development. Chantal holds a BS in Social Science from CSU San Bernardino and is certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners. As Principal Planner at Interwest she has led updates to zoning codes, subdivision regulations, and hazard mitigation plans for jurisdictions across California. Her background includes progressive roles at the City of San Bernardino, where she managed code amendments, general plan updates, and staff training. Chantal's leadership, technical acumen, and collaborative approach position her to effectively manage complex planning projects for the City of Rosemead. Her commitment to regulatory compliance, community engagement, and sustainable development ensures that Rosemead's planning goals are met with excellence and integrity. Victor Aguilar joined Interwest in May as a Business Development Representative and will serve as the City's main contact during the contract process, ensuring the City's needs are met and helping Interwest address any challenges. Victor will also be available to explore solutions for additional services as needed. Victor brings extensive municipal experience as a former Vice Mayor and current Council memberforthe City of San Leandro, along with service on various boards including the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District. Combined with 15 years in account management and executive roles across industries, he is well-equipped to support the City's needs. 16 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update PROJECTTEAM The key members of the project team —Kurt Nagle, Liz Golden, Victor Estrada, and Richard Walker —have been strategically assembled to provide specialized expertise while maintaining cost efficiency. Additional team members from across California and the nation —through SAFEbuilt and our associated firm Calvin, Giordano & Associates —will be available on an as -needed basis, providing access to a broad range of expertise without requiring fixed time commitments. This flexible structure ensures we can respond dynamically to project needs, bring in specialized knowledge when required, and maintain cost efficiency by scaling involvement appropriately. Together, this team offers the City immediate access to a wide range of professional disciplines and a proven track record of collaboration, responsiveness, and high -quality service delivery. ORGANIZATIONAL CHART The organizational chart below outlines our team, including the structure and roles of our sub -consultants and the expected time spent on this project for key personnel. Please refer to the following pages for brief team resumes, highlighting the qualifications and relevant experience of our proposed staff for this opportunity. Karen Phan, AICP, RSP1 Planner 17 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update EDUCATION MPA, City Management Northern Illinois University BA, Urban Planning University of Illinois Urbana -Champaign Certificate in Real Estate Development San Jose State University LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS American Institute of Certified Planners Certified Planner WORK HISTORY ■ Director of Planning Services Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. (Interwest) a SAFEbuilt Company 2021- Present ■ Planning Department Manager Michael Baker International 2014 - 2021 ■ Contract Planner and Housing Program Coordinator City of Patterson, CA 2013 ■ Contract Planner Baird + Driskell Community Planning 2013 ■ Independent Contractor Conducting real estate marketing, leasing and property management for rental properties 2002 - 2013 ■ Director of Community Development Village of Matteson, IL 2007 - 2009 ■ Contract Village Planner Village of Glen Ellyn, IL 2006 - 2007 ■ Planner & Zoning Officer City of Batavia, IL 1999 - 2004 PROJECT EXPERIENCE Contract Principal Planner Interwest On -Call Planning Contract with the City of Rio Vista, CA 2024-Ongoing Interwest functions as the City's planning staff, providing as -needed development review and long-term planning services. Current planning involves reviewing development projects, such as residential and commercial additions, site changes, new subdivisions, and commercial centers, for compliance with the City's General Plan, Zoning Code, and other regulations. Long- range planning projects include updating the Rio Vista Waterfront Specific Plan. Principal Planner Interwest On -Call Planning Contract with the City of Claremont, CA The City of Claremont required assistance with processing a very complex and controversial proposed housing development located in a very -high fire zone with numerous potential environmental impacts. Specific tasks include acting as the City's project planner, creating a specific plan for the project, managing consultants for the Environmental Impact Report, coordinating all project entitlements, leading weekly project meetings with the applicant, answering questions from the public, and presenting the project to the Planning Commission and City Council. ■ Principal Planner Interwest On -Call Planning Contract with the City of Orinda, CA Interwest provided on -call planning services to the City of Orinda, handling design reviews, hillside grading permits, exceptions, tree removal permits, and tracking. Responsibilities include managing projects from consultation to final inspections. ■ Interim Planning Director Interwest On -Call Planning Contract with the Town of San Anselmo, CA Acted as the Planning Director while the Town recruited for a full-time replacement. Responsibilities included overseeing all functions of the Planning Department, managing staff and contractors, answering questions from the public, and processing development entitlements. Additional tasks included advising officials on selecting consultants for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update. Principal Planner Interwest On -Call Planning Services Contractforthe City of Benicia, CA 2023-Ongoing Interwest provides on -call planning services for the City, handling development application reviews, permit coordination, and housing program administration. Interwest expedited the review of an affordable housing project underSB 35 and supported zoning code updates for the approved housing element. MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS Member American Planning Association Member American Institute of Certified Planners 18 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update NICHOLAS "NICK" PERGAKES, AICP tw Assistant Planning Director/ Principal Planner I N T E R W E S T A 5AF -it COMPANY EDUCATION MS, Urban Planning University of Washington BS, City and Regional Planning California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS American Institute of Certified Planners Certification #018792 University of Washington Certificate of Urban Design - WORK HISTORY ■ Assistant Planning Director and Principal Planner Interwest Consulting Group, a SAFEbuilt Company 2019 - Present ■ Senior Associate PlaceWorks 2015-2019 ■ Adjunct Professor- Department of Public Administration and Urban Planning College of Charleston 2014 - 2015 ■ Senior Planner/Project Manager Berkeley -Charleston -Dorchester Council of Governments 2012 - 2015 ■ Assistant Planning Director Robert and Company 2007 - 2011 ■ Project Development Planner Charlotte Area Transit System 2004 - 2007 ■ Urban Designer LanclDesign 2003 - 2004 ■ Urban Designer RRM Design Group 2002 - 2003 ■ Project Planner/Designer The Planning Center 1997-2000 PROJECT EXPERIENCE ■ Project Manager Rio Vista General Plan Update Rio Vista, CA 2021 - Present ■ Project Manager Pasadena General Plan Implementation Program Pasadena, CA 2017-2019 ■ Project Manager Palm Desert University Neighborhood Specific Plan Palm Desert, CA 2024 - Present ■ Project Manager Corona Downtown Revitalization Specific Plan Corona, CA 2024 - 2025 ■ Project Manager Future Land Use and Rezoning Analysis Lubbock,TX 2024 - 2024 ■ Project Manager Medium Density Residential Site Planning and Design Concepts Rio Vista, CA 2023 - 2024 ■ Project Manager Housing Implementation Zoning Code Amendments Laguna Beach, CA 2022 - 2023 ■ Project Manager City of San Dimas Downtown Specific Plan San Dimas, CA 2021- 2024 ■ Deputy Project Manager Zoning Code Update Mendocino County, CA 2021- 2024 ■ Deputy Project Manager Zoning Code Update and Objective Design Standards San Benito County, CA 2021 -2023 ■ Project Manager/Urban Designer Multi -Family Zoning Code Update and Objective Design Standards Covina, CA 2021- 2022 ■ Project Manager Zoning Code, Subdivision Regulations, and Design Guidelines Irwindale, CA 2020 - Present ■ Project Manager Zoning Code Update & Objective Design Standards Rancho Cordova, CA 2020 - 2021 ■ Project Manager Temple City Zoning Code Update Temple City, CA 2018-2019 ■ Project Manager Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan Update Pasadena, CA 2017-2019 ■ Project Manager Connect Southwest LA: ATOD Specific Plan for West Athens -Westmont Los Angeles County, CA 2016-2019 ■ Project Manager Palmdale to Burbank Station Area Planning, California High -Speed Rail Southern California 2015-2019 ■ Project Manager City of Hope Campus Specific Plan Duarte, CA 2015 - 2018 MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS Member American Institute of Certified Planners American Planning Association Congress for the New Urbanism AWARDS & RECOGNITION Certificate of Achievement in Urban Design University of Washington 19 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update EDUCATION BS, Social Science, Concentration in Geography, Political Science and Economics California State University, San Bernardino, CA AA, Social Science Crafton Hills College, Yucaipa, CA CECA, Practice Certificate University of California, San Diego, CA Online Extension Certifications LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS American Institute of Certified Planners Certification #32140 WORK HISTORY ■ Principal Planner Interwest Consulting Group, a SAFEbuilt Company 2024 - Present ■ Senior Planner Interwest Consulting Group 2019 - 2024 ■ Associate Planner City of San Bernardino 2016-2019 ■ Assistant Planner City of San Bernardino 2015 - 2016 ■ Planning Technician City of San Bernardino 2013 - 2015 ■ Planning Intern City of San Bernardino 2012 - 2013 PROJECT EXPERIENCE ■ Principal Planner Mendocino County Zoning Code County of Mendocino, CA, 2023 An update to the Mendocino County Zoning Code was needed to address compliance with state law, a streamlined development process, implementation of the County's 2035 General Plan, new graphics to create a better understanding of the code, and overall continuity with existing regulations. Chantal was a co-author of the updated Code. Principal Planner Chico Subdivision Code Chico, CA, 2023 Update of the City of Chico Subdivision Code to reflect current regulations contained in the Subdivision Map Act, SB9, SB35 and SB330. Additionally, refinements were need to streamline the review process for land use proposals to create certainty about future options for utilizing properties, and to simplify use and understanding by the public, decision -makers, and development professionals, Chantal was a coauthor of the updated Code. Principal Planner Angels Camp All Hazards Municipal Code Update Angels Camp, CA, 2023 Update to the existing Angels Camp Municipal Code to address already - identified City hazards including wildfire, flooding, erosion and grading, and stormwater runoff, by preparing applicable implementation guidelines, standards, and best management practices. Angels Camp is a Local Responsibility Area (LRA). surrounded by wild -lands under County jurisdiction and federal ownership on lands generally classified as High Fire Hazard Severity Zones with sections of Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones within the State ResponsibilityAreas and Federal ResponsibilityAreas. Chantal was the project lead for this Municipal Code Update. Senior Planner San Benito County Zoning Code San Benito, CA, 2023 This revision of the County of San Benito Zoning Code represents a top -to -bottom rewrite and rethinking of the Zoning Code. Interwest's work has included a complete reorganization of the Code, the rewriting of most of the existing document, and the creation of dozens of new illustrations to explain the concepts and regulations in the Code. Chantal was a co-author of the updated Code. Senior Planner Pomona Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Pomona, CA, 2023 The update of the Pomona Local Hazard Mitigation Plan ensured Pomona remained eligible for project grants underFEMA's mitigation assistance programs, including the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Pre -Disaster Mitigation and Flood Mitigation Assistance grant programs. Chantal lead the effort and was co-author of the LHMP update. Senior Planner Palmdale Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Palmdale, CA, 2022 This regular five-year update to the Palmdale Local Hazard Mitigation Plan required by the Disaster Mitigation Act 2000 was completed for the City and synchronized with the 2019 County of Los Angeles All -Hazards Mitigation Plan. It was designed to be easily operationalized so that community risks are mitigated, and vulnerabilities are reduced. Chantal was the Planning Lead and co- author of this LHMP update. Senior Planner Santa Clarita Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Santa Clarita, CA, 2021 An update to the Santa Clarita Local Hazard Mitigation Plan was initiated by the City in 2015 but was not adopted, Santa Clarita contracted Interwest to complete this process. A complete re -organization and re -write of the LHMP was undertaken to address FEMA comments and ensure that all information in the document was current and relevant. Pandemidlnfectious Disease was added to the LHMP to address the COVID-19 pandemic, and the potential for other infectious disease outbreaks. Chantal was the planning lead and co-author of the LHMP update. 20 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update EDUCATION Principal Planner, Notable Public Sector Projects, Callison RTKL (formerly RTKLAssociates) MLA, Landscape Architecture Various Project Locations University of Virginia 2017-2023 MCP, City Planning University of California, Berkeley BA, Geography/Urban Studies University of California, Los Angeles LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS American Institute of Certified Planners Certification #9593 WORK HISTORY ■ Principal Planner Interwest Consulting Group, a SAFEbuilt Company 2024 - Present ■ Associate Vice President Callison RTKL(formerly RTKLAssociates) 2006 - 2023 ■ Associate RTKLAssociates, Inc. 2004 - 2006 ■ Designer RTKLAssociates, Inc. 1999 - 2004 PROJECT EXPERIENCE ■ Principal Planner Corona Downtown Revitalization Specific Plan Corona, CA 2024- Present ■ Principal Planner Palm Desert University Neighborhood Specific Plan Palm Desert, CA 2024 - Present ■ Principal Planner City of San Dimas Downtown Specific Plan San Dimas, CA 2021- 2024 ■ Phoenix Downtown Redevelopment Plan (Sub for land use planning to Plan -et.) Phoenix, AZ, 2023 ■ Prescott North Area Land Use Plan (Sub for land use planning to Plan -et.) Presscott, AZ, 2022 ■ Prescott Creek Corridor Master Plan (Sub for land use planning to Plan -et.) Prescott, AZ, 2022 ■ Phoenix Sky Harbor Land Reuse Strategy Phoenix, AZ, 2020 ■ Peachtree Corners Innovation Hub Master Plan Peachtree Corners, GA, 2018 ■ Santa Clara Lawrence Station Area Plan Santa Clara, CA, 2017 ■ Principal Planner, Notable Private Sector Projects, RTKLAssociates Various Project Locations 2001-2016 ■ CityPlace Master Community Plan (entitlement documentfor 8 million SF+/- mixed use development on 230 AC +/-) Santa Clara, CA, 2016 ■ Otay Ranch Eastern Urban Center Sectional Planning Area (SPA) Plan (development standards & design guidelines for entitlement document for 225 AC +/- mixed -use development) Chula Vista, CA, 2009 ■ Tustin Legacy Community Core Public Landscape (schematic landscape design for 100 AC +/- mixed -use development) Tustin, CA, 2008 ■ Riverpark Specific Plan (commercial district development standards & design guidelines for entitlement document for 700 AC +/- new community) Oxnard, CA, 2001 ■ Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment District Specific Plan (urban design standards & signage regulations for entitlement documentfor 4 million SF + on 30 AC +/-) Los Angeles, CA, 2001 MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS Member American Planning Association American Planning Association, Urban Design & Preservation Division American Institute of Certified Planner(AICP) American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) 21 EDUCATION BA, Urban and Regional Planning Ryerson Polytechnic University Toronto, ON, Canada LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS AEP Certification Advanced CEQA UCLA Subdivision Map Act CEQA Advanced CEQA WORK HISTORY ■ Principal Planner Interwest Consulting Group (Interwest), a SAFEbuilt Company 2021 - Present ■ Planning Manager Tuolumne County Community Development Department 2020 - 2021 ■ Senior Associate Planner Quad -Knopf Engineering 2019 - 2020 ■ Senior Planner 4Creeks Engineering 2018-2019 ■ Senior Planner Robert Half Legal 2016 - 2018 ■ Project Manager DSA 2015 - 2016 ■ Project Manager DMA 2012 - 2015 ■ Land Use Planner Latham &Watkins 2007 - 2010 PROJECT EXPERIENCE ■ CEQA Specialist Environmental Planning Services County of Sonoma, CA 2024 - Ongoing Interwest is the on -call CEQA bench to provide CEQA compliance services to the County. Interwest is currently reviewing an EIR for a battery energy storage system (BESS) located near Petaluma CEQA Specialist Environmental Planning Services City of Del Mar, CA 2023 - Ongoing Interwest is providing CEQA compliance services to the City. The most recent example is a CEQA Initial Study Questionnaire (ISO) for a project that involves an update of the City's Short -Term Rental Ordinance. Collaboration with city staff was essential in completing the CEQA compliance services. Interwest has already completed an Initial Study/ Environmental Checklist for the city's proposed municipal code changes affecting short-term rentals and is looking forward to additional projects. CEQA Specialist On -Call Planning & CEQA Services City of Palmdale, CA 2021- Ongoing Interwest provides planning staff services to the City, assisting with the approval of current planning projects and conducting third -party CEQA reviews. CEQA Project Manager On -Call Planning & CEQA Services City of Lodi, CA 2021-Ongoing Interwest provides on -call planning services to the City under the direction of the Community Development Director. Services include general planning functions, community assistance, processing planning applications, coordinating with City departments, conducting CEQA reviews, and attending Planning Commission and City Council meetings. Notable tasks include preparing a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the Lodi Residential Complex Project, processing development applications, assisting with environmental reviews, amending the City'szoning code and growth management program, and completing overdue SB 5 amendments to the general plan and zoning code. City of Rosemead I General Plan Update ■ Principal Planner Planning & CEQA Services City of Oakland, CA 2022- Ongoing Interwest provides on -call planning services to the City of Oakland's Operations, Zoning, and Development Planning Divisions, which include CEQA compliance support. The projects reviewed by Interwest range from single-family hillside homes to 20-story mixed -use developments in downtown Oakland. Interwest has managed CEQA consultants and sub -consultants for large-scale land use projects requiring Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) and Mitigated Negative Declarations (MNDs). Additionally, the team has completed CEQA reviews for various entitlement applications. Projects with Quad -Knopf Engineering (Previous Employer) - CEQA-EIR for the City of Fresno Municipal Code Amendment relating to adult use and medicinal cannabis retail business and commercial cannabis business - NEPA-PES, CEQA-MND, and technical studies for the Caltrans roundabout facility in Chowchilla, CA - NEPA-PES, CEQA-MND, and technical studies for the Caltrans roundabout facility in Woodlake, CA - NEPA-EA, and technical studies fortwo San Joaquin Valley Homes subdivisions in the City of Lemoore, CA. CEQA-MND, and technical studies forthree Lennar Homes subdivisions in Tulare County, CA Projects with 4Creeks Engineering (Previous Employer) - Special Use Permitand CEQA-EIR to allow an asphalt batch plant, concrete batch plant, and recycling of asphalt and concrete - Feasibility Study for the3.5-mile Rocky Hill Drive improvement project, completed for TCAG and Tulare County - General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Tentative Parcel Map, and Site Plan for a 42- acre highway serving site Projects with Robert Half Legal (Previous Employer) - The Lake on Wilshire at 1930 WWilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA - Entitlements include a General Plan Amendment, Conditional Use Permit, Density Bonus, Site Plan Review, Development Agreement, and Vesting Tentative Tract Map. EDUCATION MS, City & Regional Planning Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, CA BS, Urban Planning & Studies California State University, Northridge LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS American Institute of Certified Planners Certified Planner WORK HISTORY ■ Assistant Planner Interwest Consulting Group, a SAFEbuilt Company 2021- Present ■ Long Range Planning Intern San Luis Obispo County San Luis Obispo, CA 2019-2020 ■ Professional Project, Intern City of San Miguel, CA 2019-2020 The project aimed to develop guidelines for including disadvantaged communities (DACs) in the County's Water Conservation Programs. San Miguel, identified as a DAC underSB 1000 by Countystaff, was the focus. The County Staff and Water Programs Supervisor oversaw the project. ■ General Plan Update, Intern McFarland County, CA 2019 - 2020 As part of Cal Poly's Master's program, helped update McFarland's General Plan, enabling grant applications and community organization. She coordinated public meetings and contributed to Safety and Public Facilities updates. ■ Design and Survey Intern Jensen Ventura County, CA 2016 ■ Transportation Research Assistant Northridge - Student Research 2015 PROJECT EXPERIENCE Associate Planner All Hazard Planning Code Update Project Interwest Contract with the City of Angels Camp, CA Municipal Code was updated to address identified city hazards, including wildfire, flooding, erosion, grading, and storm water runoff. This involved developing implementation guidelines, standards, and best management practices. As a Local Responsibility Area (LRA), Angels Camp is surrounded by wilderness in High and Very High fire Hazard Severity Zones under county and federal jurisdiction. ■ Associate Planner Zoning Code Update Interwest Contractwith San Benito County, CA The County of San Benito Zoning Code underwent a complete overhaul, including reorganization, extensive rewriting, and the addition of numerous illustrations to clarify concepts and regulations. Interwest led this comprehensive update. ■ Associate Planner Interwest Contractwith the City of Rio Vista, CA Interwest currently provides both long-range planning support via management of the City's ongoing 2045 General Plan Updates process, as well as current planning support processing several development projects varying from large to small, including over-the-counter design review, mixed -use commercial and industrial developments and a 322-acre Planned Unit Development consisting of 1,100 housing units, a 60-unit multi -family block, a community park, elementary school and a 10-acre mixed -use and commercial area. ■ Associate Planner Interwest Contract with the City of Irwindale, CA ■ Associate Planner Interwest Contract with the City of Palmdale, CA This regular five-year update to the Palmdale Local Hazard Mitigation Plan required by the City of Rosemead I General Plan Update Disaster Mitigation Act2000 was completed for the City and synchronized with the 2079 County of Los Angeles All -Hazards Mitigation Plan. It was designed to be easily operationalized so that community risks are mitigated and vulnerabilities are reduced. ■ Associate Planner Interwest Contract with the City of Wheatland, CA In January2024, Interwest began assisting Wheatland in updating its General Plan, last revised in 2006. This focused update addresses land use and circulation changes in three areas, includes public outreach with stakeholders and a General Plan Advisory Committee, adds an Agriculture and Agriculture Tourism Element, and updates the Safety Element to comply with state law. It also adjusts goals and policies to reflect more accurate growth projections. Final approval is expected in early2025. ■ Associate Planner Interwest Contract with Mendocino County, CA Assisted the County in updating its Zoning Code to align with the General Plan and state laws. The update simplifies processes, adds Objective Design Standards for multi -family housing, updates Inclusionary Housing provisions, and incorporates amendments to comply with SB-9, SB-35, SB-330, and the Housing AffordabilityAct. Associate Planner SAFEbuilt Contract with the Village of Orland Park, IL As -needed development review and long-term planning services. Current planning involves reviewing development projects, such as residential and commercial additions, site changes, new subdivisions, and commercial centers, for compliance with the Village Land Development Code and other regulations. Long-range planning establishes a framework for land use based on policies approved by the Village Board, including sub -area plans, comprehensive plan updates, and recommendations for future development. 23 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update EDUCATION MPA, (Public Administration) California State University Long Beach Long Beach, California BA, Urban and Regional Planning California State Polytechnic University Pomona, California WORK HISTORY ■ Associate Planner Interwest Consulting Group 2024 - Present Victor provides con tract sta ffing services fora variety of municipalities. He provides information to the public regarding development regulations, reviews planning permit applications, processes development proposals, and prepares and presents staff reports on development proposals to Planning Commission. ■ Assistant Planner City of Fullerton, CA 2022- 2023 Victor worked at the City of Fullerton processing planning applications and development plans, addressing city -related inquiries at the front desk, and presenting city zoning projects during City Hall meetings and at City Council Chambers. He executed planning projects as well as processed business licenses for the City of Fullerton. Planning Technician City of Buena Park, CA 2019 - 2022 Victor worked at the City of Buena Park responding to inquiries and questions concerning the city's general plan and upcoming projects as well as reviewing residential and commercial development projects for compliance with city zoning regulations. He organized and facilitated meetings with city departments and prepared government entitlement documents. Victor collected data and research for community projects as well as kept the city's website up to date. ■ Community Research Analyst Cypress Park Neighborhood Council Los Angeles, CA 2017-2017 Victor conducted a case study for the Cypress Park Neighborhood with a focus on displacement and gentrification issues which were significantly affecting the community at the time. He then used this research to provide policy recommendations and presented the information to the community as well as the City Council; 24 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update TIMOTHY ERNEY I SENIOR PRINCIPAL EDUCATION MCP Transportation Planning, University of California, Berkeley MS Transportation Engineering, University of California, Berkeley BS Mechanical Engineering, Boston University YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Tim Erney is a transportation planner with extensive experience on planning and engineering projects in California. His primary focus has been on managing analyses and documentation for conceptual/final design projects, access and circulation studies, sustainable transportation practices, travel demand management (TDM) measures, parking evaluations, pedestrian and bicycle reviews, and data collection programs. In addition, Tim has performed detailed technical analyses of local and regional roadway facilities, including traffic forecasting, modal split analyses, traffic diversion, grade crossing studies, and operational analyses. He has experience coordinating with local and regional transportation and environmental agencies in California and has been leading the firm's efforts on the evaluation of emerging technologies, alternative evaluation metrics, and the impacts of new mobility services on land use and circulation networks. PROJECT EXPERIENCE General Plans/Specific Plans. Tim has served as manager or principal for the transportation sections for General Plans/Specific Plans and their resulting environmental documents. This has included developing goals, policies and programs to support active transportation and new mobility options, and working with stakeholders and the public to develop implementable actions. In addition, Tim has supported the preparation of the Transportation Elements of CEQA and NEPA documentation, including the determination of VMT-related impacts for land use and transportation projects. 29 Environmental Impact Reports. Tim has led the preparation of standalone AFFILIATIONS transportation impact studies as well as transportation/circulation sections of EIRs ■ American Planning and EISs to support CEQA and NEPA processes. These projects have included a full Association (APA), Member range of project types, including individual development projects, updated citywide ■ Institute of Transportation plans, and significant infrastructure projects. Tim manages technical analysis for all Engineers (ITE), Member modes of travel, including qualitative and quantitative assessments of traffic, transit, pedestrian, bicyclist, loading, construction, and emergency vehicle conditions. These projects have included the development of specialized trip generation rates and use of regional travel demand models to project future traffic volumes. City of Glendale Land Use and Circulation Element Update/Transportation Impact Fee/SB 743 Implementation/Travel Demand Model Update; Glendale, CA. Kittelson is currently developing an updated circulation element for the City of Glendale and updating its citywide travel demand model. As part of this effort, Kittelson is also providing vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and transportation demand management (TDM) services. Tim is leading coordination efforts with the City as its future land use plan, future circulation plan, SB 743 guidelines, travel demand model, and VMT estimating tools have been or are being developed to ensure consistency between these multiple overlapping efforts. City of Montebello General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan Update, EIR, and VMT Implementation; Montebello, CA. Kittelson developed the updated circulation element for the City of Montebello General Plan Update as well as their Downtown Specific Plan area. Kittelson updated the mobility element's goals, policies, and a circulation network to accommodate the City's envisioned land use and circulation buildout. The plan provides an enhanced network of trails, enhanced pedestrian and bicycle mobility, and promotes a vibrant and walkable downtown area and near rail stations. Tim served as project principal and led development of the general plan update. County of Orange General Plan Update; Orange County, CA. Tim is the project principal to support the General Plan Update for the County of Orange. Kittelson is updating the Circulation Element of the County's General Plan, plus the technical analysis to support the EIR document. The focus of this effort is the unincorporated areas within the County, and ensuring consistency with the circulation plans for cities located next to the project area. Tim is providing oversight and quality control for the preparation of the mobility element update and transportation analysis to support the CEQA review. KITTELSON Ac" & ASSOCIATES 25 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update MICHAEL SAHIMI, AICP I SENIOR PLANNER Michael Sahimi is a senior transportation planner with experience in active transportation and safety analysis. Michael's work has included developing citywide active transportation plans, preparing conceptual bicycle and (G pedestrian improvement designs, and conducting bicycle and pedestrian safety analyses. His safety work has included conducting both citywide as well as site -specific multimodal safety analyses and developing recommended improvements to reduce conflicts between bicyclists, pedestrians, and motor ! i vehicles. He also has experience in community outreach, traffic operations, environmental analysis, circulation studies, and parking studies. EDUCATION PROJECT EXPERIENCE ■ Master of Urban and City of Montebello General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan Updates, EIR, Regional Planning, VMT Guidelines, and Bicycle Master Plan; Montebello, CA. Kittelson Transportation Policy and developed the updated circulation element for the City of Montebello General Planning, University of Plan Update and their Downtown Specific Plan area. Kittelson also updated the California, Los Angeles mobility element's goals, policies, and a circulation network to accommodate ■ BA, Urban Studies, the City's envisioned land use and circulation buildout. The plan provides an University of California, enhanced network of trail and enhanced pedestrian and bicycle mobility, and Irvine promotes a vibrant and walkable downtown area and near rail stations. ■ BA, Criminology, Law, Michael supported the development of goals, policies, and actions for the and Society, University of General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan. In addition, he led the development California, Irvine of updates to the City's SB 743-consistent transportation analysis guidelines as YEARS OF EXPERIENCE well as the preparation of a citywide bicycle master plan. 10 City of Glendale Land Use and Circulation Element Update/Transportation LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Impact Fee/SB 743 Implementation/Travel Demand Model Update; ■ Certified Planner, Glendale, CA. Kittelson is developing an updated circulation element for the American Institute of City of Glendale and updating its citywide travel demand model. As part of this Certified Planners, effort, Kittelson prepared a VMT estimating tool for the City and developed its #32066 updated SB 743-compliant transportation impact study guidelines. Michael is working with the City to draft the Circulation Element document including the AFFILIATIONS vision, goals, policies, actions, and networks to accommodate safe and ■ American Planning convenient travel through Glendale via all modes. Association (APA), Member City of Anaheim Circulation Element Update; Anaheim, CA. Kittelson prepared an update to the Circulation Element of the General Plan, which outlines the future transportation network, goals, and policies for the City for the next 10 years. For this effort, Kittelson assessed existing and future conditions, determining how new development potential (such as Disneyland Forward, OC Vibe! and Big A:2050) could affect transportation conditions. From this assessment, Kittelson identified citywide roadway improvements to minimize congestion. Kittelson developed new goals and policies to plan for future mobility services, including shared -ride vehicles, micro -mobility, micro - transit, active transportation, connected/autonomous vehicles, and local transit. As deputy project manager, Michael led the preparation of public and stakeholder outreach materials, citywide LOS analysis, and multimodal goal and policy recommendations. KITTELSON & ASSOCIATES 26 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update KAREN PHAN, AICP, RSPB I PLANNER A California native, Karen holds a master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning from UCLA and a bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley. Karen has experience in traffic operations, multimodal transportation planning, and safety work. Karen's project experience includes traffic impact studies for residential and commercial developments, general plan updates, and complete streets projects. Prior to joining Kittelson, Karen interned at the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) in their Active Transportation department. She 1 also previously worked as an environmental planner at a consulting firm in ! Orange County, where she supported renewable energy projects and prepared EDUCATION environmental clearances. ■ Master of Urban and PROJECT EXPERIENCE Regional Planning, City of Montebello General Plan Update, Downtown Specific Plan, Transportation Policy and Planning, University of Environmental Impact Report (EIR), VMT Guidelines, and Bicycle Master Plan; California, Los Angeles Montebello, CA. Kittelson developed the updated circulation element for the ■ BA, Integrative Biology, City of Montebello General Plan Update and their Downtown Specific Plan area. University of California, Kittelson updated the mobility element's goals, policies, and a circulation Berkeley network to accommodate the City's envisioned land use and circulation YEARS OF EXPERIENCE buildout. The plan provides an enhanced network of trails, enhance pedestrian and bicycle mobility and promote a vibrant and walkable downtown area and 3 near rail stations. Kittelson also prepared a citywide bicycle master plan (BMP) CERTIFICATIONS as part of this effort. Karen conducted the traffic operations analysis for the ■ Certified Planner, CEQA and non-CEQA environmental documentation and assisted with American Institute of developing the BMP vision, goals, and recommended bicycle improvements. Certified Planners, #35511 City of Glendale Land Use & Circulation Element Update/Transportation ■ Road Safety Professional, Impact Fee/SB 743 Implementation/Travel Demand Model Update; Glendale, Level 1, #1684 CA. Kittelson is currently developing an updated circulation element for the AFFILIATIONS City of Glendale and updating its citywide travel demand model. As part of this ■ American Planning effort, Kittelson also prepared a VMT estimating tool for the City and Association developed its updated SB 743-compliant transportation impact study ■ Women's Transportation guidelines. Karen is assisting with the preparation of the updated circulation Seminar element's goals, policies, and implementation actions. City of Brea General Plan Update; Brea, CA. The Downtown Core Specific Plan addresses active transportation, complete streets, automobile and truck traffic, intersection and roadway vehicular level of service operations, and transit options for the heart of downtown Brea. It also considers transformative technologies such as transportation network companies (e.g., Uber, Lyft, Bird, Lime) and prospective integration of connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs). These advancements and shifts in transportation modes may impact parking demand for various land uses, potentially altering the need for public parking facilities and the City's parking requirements. Kittelson is preparing the Circulation Element, conducting workshops, and transportation analyses in support of the City's General Plan Update and new Downtown Core Specific Plan. Karen supported the existing conditions write-up and assisted with the citywide transportation operations analysis. IZA KITTELSON 11 & ASSOCIATES 27 Company Qualifications X 11 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update 7J� COMPANY PROFILE Interwest has extensive experience and a proven track record of successfully providing planning services to public agencies for over 22 years. We currently serve more than 330 public agencies, providing planning and community development services. Interwest was founded by individuals with a passion for serving municipalities. In 2021, Interwest became a wholly owned subsidiary of SAFEbuilt, LLC. Interwest, combined with our subsidiaries, employs nearly 350 professional staff in California, supported by SAFEbuilt's larger resources of about 1,600+ national employees. Our employees span a multitude of disciplines, roles, and job placements to municipalities within planning and community development departments throughout California. Providing planning services is at the core of our business. We have highly qualified staff and extensive resources throughout the state. The Interwest team is comprised of Planners, Urban Designers, Grant Writers, Engineers, Building Inspectors, Plan Examiners, licensed Architects, and other professionals specializing in providing community development services to local government agencies. Our staff has held senior and executive management positions within numerous California cities and public agencies, including the titles of Building Official, City Engineer, Public Works Director, Construction Manager, City Planner, and other management personnel. This depth of experience brings a high level of knowledge and sensitivity towards community and special interest group issues. We value the importance of a focus that represents the interests of our public agency clients and reflects positively on the citizens they serve. We furnish both technical excellence and a thorough understanding of the regulatory process to assist our clients through the sometimes -daunting complexities associated with the delivery of projects, implementation of important public programs, and adoption of significant public policy. 29 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update COMPANY STRUCTURE Our firm was founded on March 12, 2002, as a corporation and remains that way today. While our core planning staff is based in California, we have access to additional planning expertise from SAFEbuilt offices in Colorado, Texas, Illinois, Michigan, and Florida. As a member of SAFEbuilt, Interwest leverages the advantages of a trusted national brand. These include advanced technology, scalable systems, and streamlined processes designed to enhance quality and efficiency for all our California clients. Interwest and its subsidiary companies joined the SAFEbuilt family of companies in 2021. By joining SAFEbuilt, a national Community Development Services company, we can fully realize the benefits of being a part of a national brand, including enhanced technology, more scalable systems, and processes designed to improve quality and efficiency for our California clients. The entire SAFEbuilt family of companies is shown above. With the extended capabilities of our parent company, SAFEbuilt, we support a variety of clients with the highest level of service, expertise, and resources to municipalities throughout the nation. 30 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update Interwest's mission is to support thriving communities through thoughtful planning and environmental stewardship. We are committed to providing the City of Rosemead with skilled, punctual, and knowledgeable professionals who will serve as a seamless extension of City staff. Ourteam is prepared to begin work immediately and is available to respond to the City's needs on an as -needed basis. While Interwest believes that the quality of our work, the experience of our staff, and the breadth and depth of our understanding differentiate us from other firms, the level of recognition we received across the municipal services sector is a true indicator. Awards from various renowned organizations in California have been bestowed on Interwest as a firm, as specific projects we have led, and many staff members. Interwest was recently awarded an Award of Merit for our work in the San Dimas Downtown Specific Plan. In 2023 we received the Best Practices Award of Excellence from the APA California Central Section Awards Program for our Planning Services work for Stanislaus County. We present some additional highlighted awards and recognitions below. NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING, AWARD OF MERIT, 2025 SAN nIMAS nOVAINTO\AIN SPECIFIC PLAN I APA Los ANGELES SECTION The APA Los Angeles Section honored Interwest with the 'Award of Merit' for our work on the San Dimas Downtown Specific Plan. This document will be used to guide the development of downtown San Dimas as when the new train station opens. EXCELLENCE AND ACHIEVEMENT IN PLANNING AND BEST PRACTICES, AWARD OF EXCELLENCE, 2023 STANISLAUS COUNTY, URBAN POCKETS PROJECT I APA CALIFORNIA CENTRAL SECTION Adding to the list, the APA Central Section 2023 also honored us with the 'Best Practices Award of Excellence.' This was for our outstanding work on the Stanislaus County Urban Pockets Project. This award reflects our unwavering dedication to adopting best practices and enhancing the Stanislaus County community's quality of life and environment. URBAN DESIGN, AWARD OF MERIT, 2023 i,r,rTv r Crp_I It!-l\flTn 7nnigg-,, ('nF,F UPF),�TF I Amr-PicAt,I PI_ ASSOCIATInI\,!, NORCAI The APA Northern California Section Urban Design acknowledged our group with the 'Award of Merit.' This was for our work on the San Benito County Zoning Code Update, ADU Design Handbook and Construction Drawing Templates project — a testament to our team's commitment to strategic urban design and innovative zoning solutions. LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE —EMERGING PLANNING AND DESIGN FIRM, AWARD OF EXCELLENCE, 2023 APA CALIFORNIA CENTRAL SECTION AND APA CALIFORNIA INLAND EMPIRE SECTION Interwest received the 'Emerging Planning and Design Firm Award of Excellence' from the APA Inland Empire Section 2023 Leadership and Service. This award reaffirms our position as an emerging urban planning and design leader and is a testament to our mission of delivering exemplary services to our communities. BEST PARKA WARD, 2022 L i,laIAN i LD HILLS PARK, CITY OF PERRIS I APWA, SOUTHERN CAI T(-)RNIA CHAPTER The Interwest Team has been working with the City of Perris, California on a new community park utilizing a $8.5M grant from California's Prop 68. The city broke ground on the Enchanted Hills Park in 2021 and celebrated its grand opening in August of 2022. The park was selected as the APWA, Southern California Chapter's Best Park Award in 2022. 31 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update FIRMS UNIQUE QUALIFICATIONS TO BEST PERFORM THESE SERVICES We pride our success in effective communication. We are committed to a "no surprises" approach built upon presenting ideas, asking questions, and identifying and addressing issues early in the process. We will propose options, seek direction, and implement solutions in close coordination with the City. We welcome this opportunity to help maintain the quality of life and character that makes the City of Rosemead a desirable community and we believe our planning team will provide superior resources for meeting your immediate needs and long-term goals. Together, our multidisciplinary team offers the following unique qualifications to the City: �• Zoning, Specific Plan, and General Plan Expertise. We offer the knowledge, experience, and expertise to ensure that your project is a success. Our proposed team has over 125 combined years of experience working on over a dozen zoning code updates, specific plan, and general plan updates for cities and counties in California. CEQA Experience. Richard Walker, CEQA Lead and his team will ensure compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act. Richard has more than 23 years of CEQA experience and brings a thorough understanding of how to streamline the environmental process, focusing only on the items important to the community. Broad Multidisciplinary Skills. Interwest is multi -disciplinary and brings a broad range of practice ' areas, including zoning, comprehensive planning, transportation planning, urban design, and public facilitation. Our range of skills and experience enable us to prepare effective development regulations that work in the real world. n n Urban Design and Place -Making. Interwest is adept at working with local communities and their constituencies to find solutions to complex urban design and planning issues. Our team has I11... ��� ... ►►► ... ��� extensive experience in many aspects of urban planning, economic development marketing, and development review of significant projects to oversee compliance with CEQA, Subdivision Map Act, and Development Codes. Current Housing Law. Interwest staff work diligently to stay current on California's housing laws. As any planner in California knows, housing is one of the most pressing issues in our state and lawmakers have been very active in creating housing legislation for the past three years. Our team is here to help navigate the complex collection of recently enacted housing legislation in a manner that reflects local interests and values while complying with state law. Advance Planning Meets Development. Interwest's staff have long served as extensions to municipal planning and community development departments. We have processed projects, implemented planning documents, and helped to design communities. This hands-on experience leads to practical solutions. ry Innovative Public Participation. We lead public participation programs that are inclusive, o informative, and validating for participants. We offer experience leading public processes for Zoning Code updates, which require a different approach from General Plan and other policy - level planning projects. We have experience using tools such as ESRI Story Maps, Mindmixer, and Open Town Hall to engage the public in an online and web -based setting. UP Unique Clients, Unique Solutions. Interwest's proposed team is recognized throughout California as industry leaders and champions for innovative and effective planning and design. We know each community is unique. With this knowledge, our team will provide on -call planning services when needed that are tailored to the City of Rosemead while meeting state law. 32 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update SUB -CONSULTANT PROFILES Interwest is pleased to introduce our sub -consultants who will be supporting the successful delivery of this project. Each of these firms has been a trusted partner of ours, bringing specialized expertise, proven reliability, and a shared commitment to quality and client satisfaction. Our long-standing relationships with these sub -consultants ensure seamless collaboration, efficient communication, and a deep understanding of project requirements, all of which are essential to delivering results that meet and exceed your expectations. IZA KITTELSON � &ASSOCIATES 155 Grand Avenue, Suite 505, Oakland, CA 94612 Kittelson & Associates, Inc. (Kittelson), an S-Corporation, has provided transportation engineering, planning, and research services to public agencies and private organizations since inception in Portland, OR in1985. Today, Kittelson has a staff of over 400 in 31 offices across the U.S., including four offices in California (Orange, San Diego, Oakland, and Sacramento). With this breadth of staffing, Kittelson is able to meet client needs with national expertise and local experience. Kittelson has developed deep familiarity with local, regional, and state transportation engineering and design requirements, including best practices and context -sensitive treatments for active transportation and safety projects. In addition, we have been working across the state to develop and implement new transportation metric in response to Senate Bill (SB) 743, including the preparation of new transportation impact study guidelines, vehicle -miles traveled (VMT) mitigation measures, and transportation impact fee programs. Key service areas include: • Transportation Planning • Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning • Multimodal Planning • Traffic Operations • Safety Analysis • Travel Demand Forecasting • Transit Planning • Development Services • Geometric Design • Grant Application Support Kittelson has prepared circulation elements and supported environmental analysis for many General Plan updates and housing elements across the Bay Area and throughout California. These include General Plans for cities including Oakland, Livermore, San Mateo, San Pablo, Millbrae, San Leandro, Hayward, Belmont, La Verne, San Jacinto, Forest Hills and Glendale; Housing elements for Belmont, San Mateo, San Carlos, Martinez, San Leandro, Berkeley, Novato, Marin County, and Sausalito. 33 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update CURRENT CLIENTS AND SIMILAR PROJECTS Interwest is a trusted leader in municipal planning services, with over three decades of experience supporting California communities in developing and implementing innovative, compliant, and community -driven General Plans. Our commitment to excellence, responsiveness, and collaboration has earned us long-standing relationships with multiple cities throughout California, where we have delivered timely, actionable, and legally sound planning documents. We look forward to bringing this same level of dedication and expertise to the City of Rosemead. The following is an abridged list of current planning clients in Central California and a selection of recent projects that showcase our experience. • City of Anaheim, CA • City of Buena Park, CA • City of Cathedral City, CA • City of Claremont, CA • City of Coachella, CA • City of Corona, CA • City of Costa Mesa, CA • City of Covina, CA • City of Downey, CA • City of Garden Grove, CA • City of Indio, CA L>3 Ojai sa Oak,Vlew Flllmore rZ Santa Paula Q rat Ventura 1zfi GO Simi Valley 0 91.Camarillo sa oxoard Thousand Port Hueneme Oaks Ma% • City of La Mirada, CA • City of La Quinta, CA • City of Malibu, CA • City of Moorpark, CA • City of Moreno Valley, CA • City of Oxnard, CA • City of Palm Desert, CA • City of Palmdale, CA • City of Rancho Cucamonga, CA • City of Redondo Beach, CA • City of San Dimas, CA Lancaster Lake Hughes Quartz Hill Lake Lo Angeless EI Mirage Palm Aale, uo ra Santa Clarita 0 v Angeles Mt San.Q National Forest Antonio lmr Pasade R�9 Los AngeQes ead Pomona Santa Monica i Q ^ Chino Inglewood v v® �yi V o for Cowan. izi Q QA Rim Long Beach 99 Santa Ana HuntingtoArvine ,,r Beach Mission Viejo • City of San Fernando, CA • City of Santa Ana, CA • City of Signal Hill, CA • City of Westminster, CA • City of Wildomar, CA • Orange County Council of Governments Adelanto Victorville. v Sys Apple ✓alley L� Lucerne Johnson Hesperia Valley Valley )4) 1lB Big Bear Lake r J ae Hidden River zre Joshua Tree San Bernardino 0 San Bernardino Morongo National Forest Valley Riverside Q \ Desert Hot Moren�Valley Beaumont � Springs Sky Valley Mt San Jacinto,Q Palm S0% _ Perris San Jacinto Cat ,Q; CQ ® Ua Hemet y,r Palm Oer In io _ Menifee Santa Rosa aQ noac4rella mQ San Jacinto L Mountains Murrleta Anza ,, National... an es Map of Interwest Planning Clients (abridged to Central CA) 34 SIMILAR PROJECTS CLIENT. City of Wheatland CONTACT INFORMATION: Tim Raney, President, Planning and Management (Project Manager to City of Wheatland) 916.372.6100 timraney@raneymanagement.com PROJECT DATES: 112024 - Ongoing SERVICES PROVIDED: Update of its General Plan City of Rosemead I General Plan Update WHEATLAND GENERAL PLAN UPDATE i3v INTERWEST Wheatland, CA ° ,11-1"' In January of 2024, Interwest began assisting the City of Wheatland (located in Yuba County), with the update of its General Plan. Wheatland's General Plan was last comprehensively updated in 2006. Since then, the City completed its 6th Cycle Housing Element update in 2023. This update is intended to be focused and does not include an extensive visioning process for how the community sees Wheatland's future. The update is focused on land use and circulation changes in three specific areas of the City, public outreach with the stakeholder proper- ty owners within these areas and a General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) appointed by the City Council. The update also includes the addition of an Ag- riculture and Agriculture Tourism Element, and update to the Safety Element in compliance with current State Law. The 2006 update anticipated much higher population growth to occur than what STAFFING: has transpired during the General Plan horizon. This update provides a timely Rick Smeaton, AICP, Principal in opportunity for the City to review the General Plan as a whole, reassess its ef- Charge fectiveness, and provide a framework for decision -makers to establish goals and Jana Wismer, Project Manager policies that more accurately reflect the City's vision. The updated General Plan Chantal Power, AICP. was finalized and approved in the first quarter of 2025. 35 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update CLIENT City of Rio Vista CONTACT INFORMATION Kristina Miller, City Manager kmiller@ci.rio-vista.ca.us 707.374.6451 PROJECT DATES Sept. 2021 - Ongoing SERVICES PROVIDED General Plan Update STAFFING Nick Pergakes, AICP Paul Junker, AICP Ami Upadhyay, Senior Planner Susanna Amaro-Gutierrez . I City Boundary Sphereofinfluence Planning Area i1 C�tD i i N 1 O .......... Ia• 0 660 1320 Fr Land Use Designations Residential Estate Downtown Public/ Quasi -Public Facilities Neighborhood Residential Neighborhood Mixed Use Open Space/ Medium -Density Residential Highway Commercial Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Multi -Family Residential I house Industrial - Warehouse Urban Reserve South Waterfront ® Industrial - Limited North Waterfront Industrial - General • RIO VISTA GENERAL PLAN UPDATE 1W • um..p m«EST wxr Rio Vista, CA In Fall 2021, Interwest began assisting the City of Rio Vista (located in Solano County) with the update of its General Plan. Rio Vista's General Plan was last com- prehensively updated in 2001. Since then, the City has updated its Housing Ele- ment and other elements of the General Plan have been modified through minor amendments. This comprehensive update provides a timely opportunity for the City to review the General Plan as a whole, reassess its effectiveness, and provide a framework for decision -makers to establish goals and policies that will guide Rio Vista in realizing its future vision. The updated General Plan is anticipated to be finalized and approved in Summer 2024. During the updating process, the City has gathered input from the public and stakeholders in three community workshops on topics including land use, cir- culation, housing, safety, and downtown design elements. The City also has an interactive project website through MindMixer that allows residents to provide comments and feedback on the plan online. 36 --al_ - fl 111 t• CLIENT City of Palm Desert CONTACT INFORMATION: Carlos Flores, Principal Planner cflores©palmdesert.gov 760.776.6478 PROJECT: December 2023 - Ongoing SERVICES PROVIDED: Specific Plan Update STAFFING: Nick Pergakes, AICP, Project Manager Kurt Nagle, AICP, ASLA, Principal Planner Emily Stadnik, Senior Engineer L i 1 I I 1 / J j f 1 1 r 1 r I aoterlT�x1. aC G104AL PARK 1117E FRANK SINATRA OR City of Rosemead I General Plan Update csuse uCM i UNSP Boundery Campus Planning Area Patenbel Mkird-Use Nelgtrbor! confer PWRed community Park Patenbal Pedestrian / Bicycle connecllon {, I PALM DESERT UNIVERSITY [MV NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIFIC PLAN eNTERWESN Palm Desert, CA Interwest is assisting the City of Palm Desert in updating its University Neighbor- hood Specific Plan (UNSP) to accommodate a new mix of uses, including a regional park and community spaces, housing, a new town center, and mobility improve- ments. The UNSP outlines land use and development standards for approximately 400 acres near the California State University, San Bernardino, and University of California, Riverside campuses in North Palm Desert. The original plan was adopted in 2016 and envisioned a mixed -use, walkable community with a variety of housing options, commercial opportunities, and open spaces. Since its adoption, substantial development activity has occurred, and ap- provals have been issued for more than half of the planning area. The City launched a plan update effort, with the main focus being the re -imagining and planning of the remaining 170 acres of undeveloped land. In addition to updating the land use plan, objective design standards will be incorporated into the document to provide guidance on the design of new multi -family and mixed -use developments. 37 CLIENT - City of San Dimas CONTACT INFORMATION: Luis Torrico, Planning Manager City of San Dimas Itorrico@sandimasca.gov 909, 394.6208 PROJECT DATES: Sept. 2021 - October 2024 SERVICES PROVIDED: New Specific Plan STAFFING: Nick Pergakes, AICP, Project Manager Kurt Nagle, AICP, ASLA, Principal Planner City of Rosemead I General Plan Update tJtt��`,M��t ,e.�cIrA)�i�>i��:•' ''_ � ��111���1�11 �i�li1il11iii1i� a�ttgM b111111!lltl �//iii ' "I1ffAilt= IliliIil7l� 9it11iF[�!['�illlfitdi �it3llil�=�`tiigll IIIiR)!I!' r!�k14!tlF= 9U�!�S�IIF!yyyLl4l1!!�)!�!t'UEI11F4 Ilttilllilrr : illiiil WHOM " 1l1 look .... ■ PLAN AREAS 7:—j SPacfN Plan Anna Boundary O Trans/ _hlallan _ Galaxcay ve-ago M'l _ Gatovey'1f.'Lnpa East - Transit Vllbpo '/•+'r, 4 NauaingEbenontSao%Owlay •••••• 'AUna' UghtRai Town Core - Publ. 'Scm•PuWc 4Paa Space SAN DIMAS DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC PLAN hv INTERWEST San Dimas, CA a Interwest is assisting the City of San Dimas with the preparation of its first Downtown Specific Plan. The new Specific Plan will help establish a planning and zoning framework to encourage innovative, transit -oriented development in the downtown area while preserving the historic character of the district. It includes an extensive community outreach process, including meetings with a community advisory committee, five public workshops, and an interactive project website to solicit public input. During the planning process, new housing, retail, employment, and hospitality uses in the downtown area will be proposed in conjunction with the opening of a new Metro light rail line and transit station in 2025. Several opportunity sites within walking distance of the transit station will offer significant potential for infill development and adaptive reuse of existing underutilized properties in the downtown area. Creating a strong community identity and sense of place, along with design guidelines for buildings and the public realm, will also be a key outcome of the process. Imagery is courtesy of CRTKL. 38 Ma- CLIENT: City of Corona CONTACT INFORMATION: Joanne Coletta, Community Development Director 6oanne.coletta@coronaca.aov 951.736.2434 PROJECT DATES: January 2024 -January 2025 SERVICES PROVIDED: Specific Plan Update STAFFING: Nick Pergakes, AICP, Project Manager Kurt Nagle, ASLA, AICP, Principal Planner Wb,.o.r W, City of Rosemead I General Plan Update e:5 miff; M ' CORONA DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION SPECIFIC PLAN Corona, CA i1v IN. ERWEST 1 Interwest is assisting the City of Corona to update its Downtown Revitalization Specific Plan. The update will also ensure that the new Specific Plan aligns seamlessly with the City of Corona's recently updated General Plan and Housing Element. It will also provide guidance on how new downtown development can complement the broader vision of the City's future growth and development. The Downtown Revitalization Specific Plan (DRSP) was initially adopted in June 1998 and encompasses 620 acres dedicated to the redevelopment of the downtown area, positioning it as the heart of the community. The overall goal for the update to the DRSP is to harmonize and establish new development and design standards. The standards will aim to encourage downtown -style buildings and businesses, provide the framework for a walkable community, create high quality public spaces that complement existing historic and significant structures and bolster economic activities of the Downtown environment. 39 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update KITTELSON &ASSOCIATES PROJECT EXPERIENCE CITY OF MONTEBELLO GENERAL PLAN UPDATE, DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC PLAN, ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR), VMT GUIDELINES, AND BICYCLE MASTER PLAN Client Reference: Joseph Palombi, Director of Planning & Community Development, City of Montebello, 1600 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, 323-887-1200, jpalombiQcityofmontebello.com Contract Dates: February 2020 — May 2024 Kittelson led the development of the updated City of Montebello General Plan Mobility Element as part of the overall General Plan update and supported the development of the City's Downtown Specific Plan. Key topics included improving bicycle and pedestrian access and connectivity in the city's downtown area and connecting to future stations along the planned Gold Line light rail extension. Kittelson's tasks included assessing existing multimodal transportation conditions and opportunities for private vehicles, bicyclists, pedestrians, transit users, and other modes, and developing mobility element goals, policies, and implementation actions. As part of this effort, Kittelson hosted a series of workshops and charettes to inform the public and stakeholders on key transportation issues and solicited feedback on opportunities to improve the multimodal circulation network. A series of conceptual cross -sections and road diets were incorporated into the downtown area to promote accessibility and better integration of land uses to meet the mobility needs of all users. To support the general plan update process, Kittelson prepared a transportation analysis report that included both CEQA analysis (based on VMT and other CEQA criteria) and a non-CEQA analysis of intersections and roadway segments in the city. Simultaneously with this effort, Kittelson assisted the City with preparing its SB 743-consistent transportation impact study guidelines. The guidelines included requirements for both CEQA transportation impact analysis and non-CEQA transportation assessments. As part of this effort, Kittelson reviewed recommendations forthe city developed by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) and provided a final set of recommendations for VMT metrics, significance thresholds, and screening criteria. Kittelson also developed recommendations for traffic operations and other non-CEQA analysis and developed the final guidelines. As a part of this effort, Kittelson worked with the City to develop its first Bicycle Master Plan (BMP), including infrastructure and programmatic recommendations, which will guide the expansion of bicycle infrastructure that meets the needs of the community and promotes a safer environment for people to bike. The plan's goals are to improve bicycling connectivity, access to transit, and safety for all users. Community outreach included bilingual outreach materials, public workshops, an online survey, and outreach at the City's Downtown Street Fest event. 40 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update CITY OF GLENDALE LAND USE AND CIRCULATION ELEMENT UPDATE/TRANSPORTATION IMPACT FEE/SB 743 IMPLEMENTATION/TRAVEL DEMAND MODEL UPDATE Client Reference: Fred Zohrehvand, Senior Transportation Planner, City of Glendale, 633 E Broadway, Rm 300, Glendale, CA 91206, 818-937-8333, fohrehvand@GlendaleCa.gov Contract Dates: September 2019 — Ongoing Kittelson is developing the updated Mobility Element for the City of Glendale. The mobility element is focusing on improving access and circulation throughout the city, including developing first -/last -mile solutions, enhancing access to transit, and establishing parking management programs. A key element of this task is weaving togetherthe multiple large-scale projects currently ongoing throughout the city, including the LA Metro North Hollywood/Pasadena BRT. Kittelson is working with internal and external stakeholders to determine the common goals and objectives of these efforts and use this information to develop overarching mobility themes, including an emphasis on walking and biking. In addition to updating the Mobility Element, Kittelson is assisting the City with the following: • Updated SB 743-Consistent Transportation Analysis Guidelines • Online Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Estimating Tool • Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Research • VMT Case Studies • Citywide Travel Demand Model Update and VMT Validation CITY OF FONTANA DOWNTOWN CORE PROJECT Client Reference: Alejandro Rico, Associate Planner, City of Fontana, 8353 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, California 92335, 909-350-6558, ARico@fontanaca.gov Contract Dates: September 2020-August 2023 Kittelson developed a circulation plan with substantial modifications to the downtown area and prepared a transportation analysis for the proposed Downtown Core Project. The downtown area includes the Fontana Metrolink Station and City Hall. The project consists of transit -oriented development and changes to parking and an enhanced bike and pedestrian network to invigorate redevelopment and encourage a mixed -use environment. Several concepts were considered including roundabouts at key intersections, angled and parallel parking configurations, and several bike and transit facility configurations. A key element of the plan is ensuring that bus operations to and from the transit center are not affected by local circulation network changes, and that the surrounding roadways can accommodate the anticipated increase in pedestrians and bicyclists. As such, Kittelson prepared conceptual design plans that clearly illustrated potential solutions and confirmed that they could fit within the current rights -of -way. In addition, Kittelson conducted extensive data collection, including daily and peak hour multimodal counts to confirm current activity levels, utilized the regional travel demand model to estimate future growth in activity, and conducted roadway and intersection operations analyses to identify secondary effects to the roadway network. 41 References City of Rosemead I General Plan Update REFERENCES Luis Torrico, Director of Community Development City of San Dimas 245 E. Bonita Avenue, San Dimas CA 91773 9093394.6208 1 Itorrico@sandimasca.gov Joanne Coletta, Community Development Director City of Corona 400 S. Vicentia Avenue, Corona, CA 92882 951.736.2434 1 joanne.coletta@ci.corona.ca.us Marilyn Simpson, City Manager/Community Development Director City of Irwindale 5050 Irwindale Ave., Irwindale, CA 91716 626.430.2217 1 msimpson@irwindaleca.gov Brian Lee, Community Development Director City of Covina 125 E. College St., Covina, CA 91723 626.384.5450 1 blee@covinaca.gov "The people of Interwest are what makes the contract one of the most important ones in our agency. We have also built a long-term working relationship with the Interwest staff. They are irreplaceable!" — Melissa L. Tigbao, Public Works Director, City of Vallejo, CA 43 Standard City Contract & insurance Requirements Y t a City of Rosemead I General Plan Update MODIFICATIONS TO RFP AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT The Interwest Contracts and Legal Team has conducted a thorough review of the terms and conditions outlined in the City's RFP. Should Interwest be selected for contract award, we respectfully request the opportunity to engage in good faith negotiations regarding certain provisions of the proposed agreement. We have noted specific changes to be discussed below. Section Requested Modification 3.2 Responsibilities of Add new sentence "Nothing in this Section shall be understood to modify the Consultant applicable standard of care, specified in Section 3.2.8." Paragraph 3.2.9 3.5 General Provisions We would like to request at least 30 days notice. Paragraph 3.5.1.1 3.5.General Provisions Add sentence at the end of paragraph " For the avoidance of doubt, nothing in Paragraph 3.5.3.1 - this Agreement shall be understood to grant City rights to pre-existing intellectual Documents and Data property of Consultant, including Consultant software and licensed software, or to any improvements thereto." 3.5 General Provisions Replace paragraph with the following - changes highlighted. Paragraph 3.5.6 - To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the Indemnification City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless from any and all third -party claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, Ily manner arising out of or incident to any alleged to the extent arising acts, omissions or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, agents, consultants and contractors arising out of or in connection with the performance of the Services, the Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all consequential direct damages and attorneys fees and other related costs and expenses. Consultant shall defend, at Consultant's own cost, expense and risk, any and all such aforesaid suits, actions or other legal proceedings of every kind that may be brought or instituted against City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers. Consultant shall pay and satisfy any judgment, award or decree that may be rendered against City or its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers, in any such suit, action or other legal proceeding. In the event that Consultant declines to provide a defense, Consultant shall reimburse City and its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents and/or volunteers, for any and all legal expenses and costs incurred by each of them in connection therewith or in enforcing the indemnity herein provided. Consultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the City, its directors, officials officers, employees, agents or volunteers. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, Consultant shall have the right to control the defense and settlement of any action for which indemnification is sought, provided that it shall not enter into any settlement that requires an admission of wrongdoing by any indemnitees without that indemnitees' approval. Consultant's obligations under this Agreement are contingent upon timely receipt of notice of the claim for which indemnification is sought, such that defense of the claim is not prejudiced, and the reasonable assistance of the indemnitees in connection with the defense of the claim." 45 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update 3.5 General Provisions After "consent of the City" add ", which consent shall not be unreasonably delayed Paragraph 3.5.12 or withheld." - Assignment or Tra n sfe r Exhibit B - Insurance Delete the lass sentence of paragraph. Requirements Note: We have insurance to cover all of our business, we allocate that by contract. Requirements not You may get the benefit of higher limits but may not, depending on the number limiting: and nature of claims filed. 46 CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE City of Rosemead I General Plan Update A Q® CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE DATE DIYVYV) 5/12/2 5/12I2025 THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER, AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(ies) must have ADDITIONAL INSURED provisions or be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). PRODUCER McGriff Insurance Services LLC 2200 N. Commerce Parkway Suite 200 CONTACT Lauren Mayer NAME: PHONE FAX 954-385-6022 Alc No : 866-802-8684 E MAIL ADDRESS: lauren.ma er mC riff.com INSURERS AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC # Weston FL 33326 INSURER A: Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Ins Co 20044 INSURED 132SAFEBLLC INSURERB: Everest Indemnity Insurance Company 10851 Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. 444 N Cleveland Ave; Loveland CO 80538 INSURERC: Everest Premier Insurance Company 16045 1 INSURERD: Bridgeway Insurance Company 12489 INsuRER E: Great American E&S Insurance Company 37532 INSURER F: Great American E&S Insurance Company 37532 COVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER: 1840345457 REVISION NUMBER: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. INSR LTR TYPE OF INSURANCE ADDL SUER POLICY NUMBER MMIOPOLICOY EFF MM DpPOLICY EXP LIMITS B X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY Y Y CF3GL00415241 10/3/2024 10/3/2025 EACH OCCURRENCE $1,000,000 CLAIMS -MADE � OCCUR PREM SES Ea occu ante $ 300.000 X MED EXP (Any one person) $ 10,000 10,000 PERSONAL & ADV INJURY $ 1,000,000 GEN'L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: GENERAL AGGREGATE $ 2,000,000 PRODUCTS - COMP/OP AGG $ 2,000,000 RO- X POLICY E JECT LOC $ OTHER: I C AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY Y Y CF3CA00337241 10/3/2024 10/3/2025 COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT Ea accident $ 1,000,000 BODILY INJURY (Per person) $ ANY AUTO BODILY INJURY (Per accident) $ OWNED SCHEDULED AUTOS ONLY AUTOS HIRED X NON -OWNED AUTOS ONLY AUTOS ONLY Ix PROPERTY DAMAGE Per accident $ Excess per occ / a $ 1,000,000 D E X UMBRELLA LIAB EXCESS LIAB X OCCUR CLAIMS -MADE Y Y 8EA7XL000207903 011170903 10/3/2024 10/3/2024 10/3/2025 10/3/2025 EACH OCCURRENCE $10,000,000 AGGREGATE $ 10,000,000 DIED X RETENTION $ n $ 1 A WORKERS COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY Y ANYPROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE Y SAWC666825 5/12/2025 5/12/2026 OTH- X ST ATUTE ER E.L. EACH ACCIDENT $ 1,000,000 E.L. DISEASE - EA EMPLOYEE $ 1,000,000 OFFICERIMEMBER EXCLUDED? � (Mandatory in NH) N / A E.L. DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT $ 1,000,000 If yes, describe under DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below F Professional Liability TERS325879 10/3/2024 10/3/2025 Each Claim/Aggregate 10,000,000 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS / LOCATIONS I VEHICLES (ACORD 101, Additional Remarks Schedule, may be attached if more space Is required) Excess policy # 140002058 effective 10/03/2024-10/03/2025 - QBE Ins Corp NAIC #39217 - Limits- $5,000,000 part of $10,000,000 Excess of $5,000,000. Crime coverage — Federal Insurance Company, NAIC 20281- Policy #J06767825 effective 10/3/24-10/3/25; Limit $1,000,000 D E D $10,000. Technology Errors & Omissions and Cyber Coverage - Coalition Insurance Company NAIC # 29530 - Policy #C4LRS025767CYBER effective 10/3/24 - 10/3/25. Each Claim/AGG $3,000,000 DED $100,000. For informational purposes only. CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. Proof of Coverage AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE J V © 1988-2015 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. ACORD 25 (2016/03) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD 47 Addenda Acknowledgment • I City of Rosemead I General Plan Update ADDENDA ACKNOWLEDGMENT Interwest Consulting Group acknowledges receipt and review of Addendum No. 1, issued by the City of Rosemead on August 7, 2025, for RFP No. 2025-16 — Focused General Plan Update. We confirm that the contents of this addendum have been incorporated into our proposal and that we will comply with all updated requirements and clarifications provided therein. 49 Cost Proposal ,r 0 City of Rosemead I General Plan Update PROJECT BUDGET BUDGET ASSUMPTIONS Based on our understanding of the RFP and the City's needs, we propose a budget of $295,260.00 for the work related to the General Plan Update. This includes all items in the Scope of Work and all members of the Interwest team. The table on the following page explains the proposed budget for each task to be completed and by consulting firms. The budget includes all personnel, meetings, direct costs, and delivery of products identified in the Scope of Work. The budget it based on the following assumptions: DOCUMENTS AND GIS DATA We assume the City will provide relevant planning and zoning materials and ordinances, any uncodified ordinances related to zoning and subdivisions, and any pertinent reports, as well as GIS data files of parcel data and zoning, land use, and other pertinent information. CONSOLIDATED COMMENTS AND DIRECTION City staff will provide a single set of non -conflicting, consolidated comments on the reviewdrafts of all documents. ELECTRONIC DOCUMENTS We will provide digital files of documents in web -ready PDF format, Word, and other software as appropriate. MEETING ATTENDANCE The project budget includes attendance at meetings and public workshops identified in the Scope of Work. The costs of additional meeting attendance would be on a time and materials basis if requested. Teleconferences with staff will be held as needed throughout the project and are included in the project budget. ADDITIONAL SERVICES Additional services beyond those identified in the scope of services will be provided at the market billing rates of Interwest at the time the additional services are requested. We offer our flexibility to the City regarding the scope and the budget, and are willing to discuss this with City staff to see how these could be altered to better fit the City's needs or any budget constraints. 51 r W 0 m W N O CL 1 b 00 0 th N N tD a1 N O t/1 N ei N N M 00 co C O lO O O W O O O Cf O a `o 'u oo 'C 'C �L U � V} r VT VT a VT VT 1/T 1n y- O l0 N O O N O ON l0 r O O lO b O O C (-1 In W o. o o .n a �' N oa¢ c O In m o v N p 03Gi o cr o o o o o N 00 - ti X VY V} i/T N V} LT U1 O m CD O O O m ti 0 w m O a w O t O r b b N m w 00 N 6 V? 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Approach, Scope of Work & Timeline 3 Section 2. Project Team, Key Personnel & Resumes 14 Section 3. Company Qualifications 27 Section 4. References 31 Section 5. Standard City Contract & Insurance Requirements 35 Section 6. Addenda Acknowledgement 35 Section 7. Cost Proposal 36 s lid ,.• '.' � MM.. M �:.. -_ Cover Letter © M August 14, 2025 21 Miller Alley, Suite 210 City of Rosemead Pasadena, CA 91105 Community Development Department (626) 744-9872 8838 East Valley Boulevard www.migcom.com Rosemead, CA 91770 RE., Proposal for the Rosemead Focused General Plan Update CALIFORNIA BERKELEY, FULLERTON, Dear Selection Committee Members: LOS ANGELES, PASADENA, RIVERSIDE, SACRAMENTO, We appreciate the opportunity to submit our proposal to support the City of Rosemead SAN DIEGO, SAN JOSE, in updating the Resource Management, Circulation, and Safety Elements of its General AND SONOMA Plan. This focused update presents a vital opportunity to build on Rosemead's history of proactive, phased planning —guided by your 2010 comprehensive update and subsequent COLORADO DENVER amendments —and align your policies with evolving State mandates, the 2030 Strategic Master Plan, and recent Local Hazards Mitigation Plan. NEW YORK BROOKLYN Our team is uniquely qualified to deliver a focused, technically rigorous, and community- centered update grounded in deep local knowledge and longstanding collaboration with OREGON the City. I will serve as Principal -in -Charge, bringing extensive leadership experience PORTLAND shaped not only by my role leading the 2010 Comprehensive General Plan Update for TEXAS Rosemead and the Garvey Avenue Specific Plan but also by my work on General Plan SAN ANTONIO updates for Whittier, Costa Mesa, Cudahy, and Redwood City. Supporting me as Project WASHINGTON Manager will be Jose M. Rodriguez, who also played a critical role in the 2010 update SEATTLE and has broad expertise navigating the intersection of policy, community engagement, geographic information services, and implementation. Jose has led or is leading updates for Compton, Downey, Santa Fe Springs, and Walnut, and has directed key elements such as safety, environmental justice, land use, and natural resources for Paramount, Signal Hill, Long Beach, and Marin County. We are pleased to include key advisors who bring specialized expertise and historical context to this update. Lochner, formerly KOA, whose team prepared the City's 2010 Circulation Element, will partner closely with us to provide invaluable technical and policy assistance, assuring continuity and evolution of your transportation framework. Additionally, MIG's Principal Cindy Mendoza, CPRP, national leader in parks and recreation planning, will guide the Resource Management Element, while our Director of Engineering, Nathaniel Riedy, PE, will provide expert policy guidance on infrastructure planning integral to the Circulation Element. To center health equity and environmental justice in the update, Rachel Bennett, MIG's Director of Health Equity, will advise primarily on the Safety Element and contribute across all three elements. Our interdisciplinary team will provide a General Plan Update that is not only compliant with State law but is also adaptive, inclusive, and responsive to community priorities. We will build upon the foundation of the Strategic Master Plan and incorporate robust public engagement strategies, leveraging MIG's recognized leadership in innovative, culturally inclusive outreach tailored to Rosemead's diverse population. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 1 We look forward to partnering with Rosemead to craft a resilient, equitable, and visionary General Plan Update that honors your past achievements while positioning the City for sustainable growth and community well-being in the decades ahead. We are excited about the possibility of continuing this partnership and supporting Rosemead's next chapter. Please feel free to contact me, Lisa A. Brownfield, Principal, at IisabC@migcom.com or by phone at (626) 744-9872, or visit our Pasadena office at 21 Miller Alley, Suite 210, Pasadena, California 91105 with any questions or to discuss next steps. Sincerely, d (PI v 1��i Lisa A. Brownfield Principal -in -Charge 2 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Section 1. Approach, Scope of Work & Timeline Understanding AN EVOLVING BLUEPRINT: ROSEMEAD'S TARGETED PATH TO PROGRESS The City of Rosemead has taken a proactive, phased approach to updating its General Plan since adopting a comprehensive update in 2010. Rather than a single overhaul, the City has implemented targeted amendments to address evolving land use needs, enhance corridor planning, and comply with new State mandates. Early amendments included GPA 09-01, which introduced a High -Intensity Commercial designation, established mixed -use nodes, and updated the Resource Management and Safety Elements to comply with Assembly Bill 162. In 2018, the City adopted the Garvey Avenue Specific Plan and amended the Land Use Element to incorporate its area and update policy maps. In 2021, the City added the Freeway Corridor Mixed -Use Overlay, opening new development opportunities along major freeway corridors. In 2022, the Public Safety Element was updated to meet SB 379 climate adaptation requirements and integrate environmental justice policies in response to SB 1000— reinforcing the City's commitment to equity and resilience. That same year, Rosemead became one of the first jurisdictions in the SCAG region to achieve certification of its 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029), adopted in January and certified by HCD in August. This milestone plan accommodates a RHNA of 4,612 units through rezoning, by -right standards, and density thresholds with affordability requirements consistent with SB 166. Collectively, these efforts demonstrate Rosemead's commitment to smart growth, housing choice, and policy integration across all General Plan elements. 2030 Strategic Master Plan Prepared by MIG, the Rosemead 2030 Strategic Master Plan builds on the City's values of safety, diversity, service, and family. It presents a people -centered vision for a connected, resilient, and economically vibrant city. The Plan prioritizes safety, responsive government, thriving local businesses, and high -quality parks and programs. With a focus on modern infrastructure, climate readiness, and smart land use, the Strategic Master Plan positions Rosemead as an active, inclusive, and forward -looking community. STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK VALUES SAFETY DIVERSITY COMMUNITY SERVICE FAMILY VISION Rosemaed Is a safe, welcoming, connected, end •attve city, a destinatlon with thrlving lout bualne..... well -maintained perks end tnfrastruRure, end quality progremming end ser i— which support the enttra community. MISSION Rosemead provides quality programs, sarvlces, end support that builds community, increases opportunity, end makes Rosemead a groat piece to live, work, end play. GOALS SAFETY RESPONSIVE, INFRASTRUCTURE AND ' PARKS AND Rosemaed iae safe city for INCLUSIVE CITY FACILITIES PROGRAMS ell who live, work, end play Rosemaed provide.. quality Rosemaed support a safe, Roaemeed has pe,ks, here. ez, pregmmming, end end dimeta -id- fecilides, green apace, end engaging end unity through its a nel end cultural culwrelly aenauve manner well meinained.beet ounce• w meet the ,„.,support the changing andzidewelks, connnuelly .ads of our resident. needs of..r population. improving iirili ucture, and u:e end p-6— of renewable ergy. EMPLOYEE RETENTION FINANCE ACTIVATION AND LAND USE AND AND DEVELOPMENT Rosemead is fi—Ily ECONOMY ZONING Rosemead is en ed.pt,,ble solvent end is aucc.szful R--d is a „bran, dry Resamaed sapporc new orgonizeuon (eased m laveroging new with a diverse buainaa development end loml growd,, oppore,nide: to fund unity, end a bu:ine::ez, (.cases an the eveemployee dlopment, end retenbon, the dty4 Progmmz end de:eneuon which draws vitelieetion of our mejer end ene that promotes a semcez. or. from acme the Sen omd. end find: creebve altar. of colleboreuon, :upper,, end sate.•.. Gebnel Valley end beyond solutions to the changing needs of resident end basin.::e. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 3 CHARTING THE NEXT CHAPTER The upcoming Focused General Plan Update will address the Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements, assuring Rosemead's planning framework is aligned with new State laws and best practices for hazard mitigation, climate adaptation, and transportation planning. Legislative Compliance and Key Mandates Public Safety Element. SB 1425 requires wildfire risk and evacuation route assessments; AB 1889 mandates integration of climate resilience strategies; AB 2684 updates safety planning for emergency response and hazard mitigation; Government Code §65302(g)(3) requires planning for Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones; AB 98 calls for long-range land use and infrastructure alignment. The concurrent Local Hazards Mitigation Plan presents an opportunity to unify hazard identification, risk reduction, and resilience strategies. Circulation Element. SB 99 and AB 233 require comprehensive evacuation route planning; AB 2583 mandates the Safe System Approach and multimodal planning; AB 444 requires mapping and management of designated truck routes to protect vulnerable communities; Government Code §65302(b)(2)(A) requires Complete Streets policies to support all modes of travel. Resource Management Element. AB 1757 supports natural carbon sequestration and aligns with the State's 30x30 conservation goals; SB 379 reinforces climate adaptation strategies in open space and conservation planning, with emphasis on biodiversity, habitat connectivity, and climate resilience. Planning Objectives and Process This targeted update will strengthen the City's capacity to manage natural hazards, adapt to climate change, protect open space, and deliver safe, equitable, and efficient transportation systems. The process will include existing conditions analysis, policy revisions, CEQA review, and a transparent public engagement program —culminating in a modernized General Plan that meets State mandates while advancing Rosemead's local priorities. A PROVEN PARTNER WITH DEEP ROOTS IN ROSEMEAD MIG's understanding of Rosemead is informed by more than 15 years of continuous, hands-on work with the City and its community. We have partnered on transformative planning, design, and visioning efforts that have shaped the City's priorities and outcomes. This long-standing relationship means our team begins this update already attuned to Rosemead's values, strategic direction, and community expectations. Selected Projects in Rosemead: » Civic Center Design Concept Plan (Ongoing). High-level concepts for reconfiguring or rebuilding the City Hall, Recreation Center, and County Library to create a more efficient and welcoming civic destination with increased parking and open space. » Rosemead 2030 Strategic Plan (2022). A citywide vision and roadmap for decision -making, service delivery, and investment priorities. » Garvey Avenue Specific Plan (2018). A revitalization strategy for the 1.2-mile Garvey Avenue corridor, promoting mixed -use development, placemaking, and an improved pedestrian and bicycle environment. » Comprehensive General Plan Update (2010). Led by MIG's Lisa Brownfield, with technical support from Jose M. Rodriguez. KOA, now a Lochner company, partnered on the Circulation Element, establishing a strong transportation planning foundation. The process included robust engagement and a programmatic EIR, Our institutional knowledge, combined with a proven ability to deliver actionable and innovative plans, assures the Focused General Plan Update will be grounded in local context while advancing a clear and ambitious vision for Rosemead's future. 4 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Our Approach The Rosemead Focused General Plan update process provides a critical chance to align key policy frameworks with both evolving State mandates and the City's guiding documents, including the 2030 Strategic Master Plan and the forthcoming Local Hazards Mitigation Plan (LHMP). By embedding robust public engagement throughout, the effort assures that policy updates for resource management, circulation, and safety not only meet regulatory requirements but also reflect community priorities and insights. MIG's interdisciplinary team of advisors and experts, supported by staff with a strong understanding of Rosemead based on extensive prior work in the City, will guide the policy direction. Drawing on diverse technical knowledge and practical experience, the team will help craft a responsive, inclusive, and adaptive plan. This approach fosters a meaningful integration of State law compliance with local values, enabling a plan that advances equity, resilience, and sustainability across Rosemead's parks, transportation networks, and emergency preparedness systems. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ELEMENT: CULTIVATING COMMUNITY LIVABILITY The Resource Management Element update will align with the Strategic Master Plan's vision to expand and diversify access to parks, green space, and cultural resources through inclusive planning, targeted investment, and strong community partnerships, with a focus on improving access in underserved areas. It will promote equitable distribution of recreational amenities, focusing on youth, seniors, non-English speakers, and individuals with special needs. To strengthen the Element's policy foundation, MIG Director of Parks and Recreation Cindy Mendoza will serve as a senior advisor, bringing her national leadership and award -winning expertise in park and recreation planning. With nearly four decades of experience, from hands-on program delivery to shaping policy for cities across the country, Cindy will provide strategic guidance on integrating best practices, equity - driven approaches, and actionable policies into the Plan. Future policies will build upon the foundation established in the Strategic Master Plan, supporting new parks and greenbelts, urban open spaces, enhancements to existing facilities, and responsive programming. These policies will remain flexible to incorporate insights and priorities that emerge through ongoing community engagement. Strong partnerships with local organizations, cultural groups, and sports teams will continue to play a vital role in expanding services and activating public spaces. The update will also elevate cultural arts through initiatives such as a Cultural Arts Commission, expanded citywide events, and public art opportunities like an Art Walk. Additionally, it will advance environmental and equity goals, including natural resource conservation, air and water quality improvement, mineral resource management, and climate resilience. Policies will encourage sustainable practices such as green building, low -impact development, climate -adaptive landscapes, tree canopy expansion, and green infrastructure for stormwater and heat management. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 5 •.'� � t' li�� I -&A ; dl 1418 r �- CIRCULATION ELEMENT: MOVING ROSEMEAD FORWARD The updated Circulation Element will assure compliance with evolving State laws, including Complete Streets policies, emphasizing safe, accessible, and equitable mobility for all users. Active transportation, such as walking, biking, and transit, will be prioritized through policies that support enhanced sidewalks, improved crosswalks, and expanded bicycle infrastructure integrated into street improvement projects. The Element will align with the 2030 Strategic Master Plan by advancing ongoing street and infrastructure improvements, pursuing funding opportunities, and promoting multi -modal transportation systems. Additionally, it will explore solutions to parking challenges through the development of structured parking and preferential residential parking districts, fostering a balanced and sustainable transportation network. In addition, MIG Team Member Lochner, who prepared the City's 2010 Circulation Element, will work closely with the team to provide technical and policy assistance, leveraging their knowledge of the Plan's foundational framework and its evolution over time to inform updated strategies and priorities. The Element will also include an infrastructure analysis that addresses the condition, capacity, and future needs of essential systems such as water supply, wastewater, storm drainage, and utilities. This analysis will support coordinated capital improvements so that mobility and infrastructure investments are aligned to meet long-term community needs and resilience goals. To strengthen this component, MIG Director of Engineering Nathaniel Riedy, PE, will provide policy guidance on infrastructure planning, verifying that the Element reflects technical expertise, aligns with industry best practices, and supports the City's operational and sustainability objectives. SAFETY ELEMENT: PROTECTING PEOPLE & PLACE The updated Safety Element will align closely with the City's forthcoming LHMP for a coordinated approach to risk identification, mitigation, and emergency preparedness. It will address natural hazards like seismic activity, fault rupture, flooding, and climate -related threats such as extreme heat, storms, and drought. The Element will also evaluate human -related risks, including wildfire exposure and hazardous materials, promoting policies that reduce vulnerabilities through smart land use, coordinated response, and strong public safety services. Fire protection and law enforcement capacities will be reviewed for adequate staffing and resources. Climate resilience will be a key focus, guiding adaptation strategies to protect vulnerable populations and critical infrastructure. Environmental justice will also be integral, prioritizing pollution reduction and risk mitigation in disadvantaged communities. While the Safety Element update will not completely redo the existing environmental justice analysis, it will augment it as needed to reflect new data, policies, and community priorities. In line with the 2030 Strategic Master Plan, the Element will promote proactive community safety through stronger neighborhood partnerships, enhanced public safety presence, ongoing education, infrastructure maintenance, and regional collaboration. To enhance these efforts', MIG Director of Health Equity Rachel Bennett will provide her expertise in health equity, primarily guiding the Safety Element but also informing the Resource Management and Circulation Elements. With over 15 years of experience advancing environmental justice and building healthy, thriving communities, Rachel works closely with community organizations, public agencies, and funders to address challenges including climate change, health inequities, and disinvestment in underserved neighborhoods. Her contributions will support a General Plan update centered on equity and resilience across all elements. 6 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT MIG is a recognized innovator and leader in public engagement, committed to inclusive and participatory planning that authentically reflects community diversity and voices. The Public Engagement strategy for Rosemead will focus on accessible outreach tailored to the City's richly diverse population, including its significant Spanish- and Chinese -speaking communities. To enable broad and meaningful participation, the approach will employ a variety of engagement methods such as an interactive project website featuring story maps, targeted outreach to local leaders and key community groups, and culturally relevant storytelling materials designed to connect with residents on a personal level. Mobile engagement booths and/or hands-on community workshops will offer convenient, welcoming spaces for residents to share their ideas and feedback. Throughout the process, regular plan review and feedback meetings will promote transparency, keep the community informed, foster collaboration, and help build a shared, community -driven vision for Rosemead's future. Scope of Work This scope of work outlines the tasks, subtasks, meetings, and deliverables associated with the Focused General Plan Update for the City of Rosemead. The project is anticipated to span one year and is structured to allow for strategic collaboration and flexibility throughout its duration. Coordination is assumed to occur through regular virtual and in -person check -ins, with clear roles, expectations, and communication protocols maintained throughout the process. This scope assumes a collaborative approach in which City staff will review and provide feedback on all major deliverables; final deliverables will reflect City staff input. TASK 1: KICK-OFF, COORDINATION, AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT 1.1 Kick-off Meeting MIG will facilitate an in -person project kick-off meeting with City staff to confirm project goals, roles, scope, deliverables, and the overall timeline. The meeting will be limited to one hour and will also cover data needs, mapping expectations, and coordination protocols. MIG will provide an agenda and data needs list; MIG will prepare a meeting summary and action item list. 1.2 Ongoing Coordination and Check -ins MIG will maintain regular communication with City staff through up to 10 virtual check -in meetings throughout a one-year (12 months) time frame, each lasting no more than 15 to 30 minutes. These meetings will support continuous progress, troubleshoot emerging issues, align upcoming deliverables, and keep the project on schedule. MIG will also participate in up to two additional in -person coordination meetings at key milestones, each lasting no more than one hour. Following each meeting, MIG will provide a summary email identifying key discussion points and action items. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 7 1.3 Project Management: Tracking Progress and Deliverables MIG will manage internal workflows and timelines, coordinate across team members, and monitor deliverables for consistency with the approved scope, schedule, and budget. This includes internal tracking tools, status updates, and preparing materials for review cycles, as well as coordinating with City staff on deadlines and expectations. If MIG's assigned Project Manager changes during the course of the project, MIG will provide a replacement with comparable qualifications at no additional cost to the City. If the City's designated Project Manager changes, MIG may incur additional costs related to project orientation, transition meetings, and review of prior work. Such costs will be billed as additional services upon approval by the City. Task 1 Deliverables: » Kick-off meeting agenda and summary » Internal project schedule and tracking tools » Ongoing coordination notes and check -in updates Task 1 Meetings: » 1 in -person Kick-off Meeting (1 hour) » Up to 10 virtual check -ins (30-minutes each) » Up to 2 in -person coordination meetings (1-hour each) TASK 2: BASELINE REVIEW AND EXISTING CONDITIONS 2.1 Policy Trends and Regulatory Compliance Brief MIG will prepare a concise Compliance Brief summarizing relevant State and regional planning mandates, best practices, and emerging trends that impact the Resource Management, Safety, and Circulation Elements. The Brief will identify key requirements and provide guidance on aligning with current regulatory frameworks. The City will have one review period to provide comments on this Brief. 2.2 Conditions Report and Interactive Story Map MIG will synthesize findings from the baseline review and Compliance Brief into a technical Existing Conditions Report that highlights key issues, opportunities, and considerations for each element. MIG will prepare the technical sections for the Resource Management and Safety Elements, while Lochner will provide the analysis for the transportation component of the Circulation Element. MIG will also provide the existing conditions analysis for infrastructure within the Circulation Element. To support broader public understanding, MIG will create an interactive, multilingual Story Map that draws from the content of the report but presents the information in a more visual and accessible format. The Story Map will be mobile -friendly and feature graphics, interactive maps, and digestible summaries tailored for the public. The Story Map will be updated once to incorporate new information prior to finalization. The City will have one round of review and comment on both the draft Conditions Report and Story Map prior to finalization. Task 2 Deliverables: » Policy Trends and Regulatory Compliance Brief (PDF) » Technical Existing Conditions Report (PDF) » Multilingual Interactive Story Map (ArcGIS Online Story Map) 8 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 1DENZ�E`i accEss�ssoES.WHAIPREVlR151tu��ttsse., a.::, TASK 3: CULTURAL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 3.1 Community Engagement Plan MIG will develop a comprehensive Community Engagement Plan outlining a strategic approach to reaching Rosemead's diverse populations, with specific attention to Chinese, Latino/Hispanic, and White communities. The Plan will define tailored engagement goals for each cultural group, informed by local demographic trends and community dynamics. The Community Engagement Plan will detail culturally appropriate outreach methods, translation and interpretation needs, and preferred communication channels. The Community Engagement Plan scope of work allows one round of review. 3.2 Project Website MIG will design and launch a multilingual, mobile - friendly website using the Esri ArcGIS Online platform that serves as an interactive digital hub for the project. Available in English, Spanish, and Simplified Chinese, the site will present key information in accessible formats and include a document library, project schedule, news updates, and an overview of the Focused General Plan Update process. Developed in coordination with the City, the Story Map will be regularly updated to reflect project milestones and incorporate community feedback tools that support ongoing public engagement. One round of review will be provided for the project website. 3.3 Cultural Community Partnerships MIG will focus on identifying and engaging a short list of culturally rooted organizations —such as community centers, religious institutions, schools, small business associations, and neighborhood -based groups —that can help share project information and promote engagement activities. These partners will serve as trusted messengers, helping to extend the City's reach into diverse communities. To support this effort, MIG will prepare a brief Community Partnership Matrix that includes a list of recommended partner organizations with contact information and focus areas, along with suggested roles for each (e.g., message dissemination, promoting events, volunteer referrals). This streamlined approach will emphasize building connections that can be leveraged throughout the project while keeping tasks aligned with the available budget. 3.4 Outreach and Storytelling Materials MIG will create a suite of culturally relevant and multilingual outreach materials that reflect the identities, values, and priorities of Rosemead's communities. This suite will include up to 10 different collaterals, including flyers, social media content, posters, and digital graphics. Each of the 10 collaterals will be translated into three languages: English, Spanish, and Chinese. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 9 �}�{ Downey f orward Rha�t is your vision for Downey intla ym 2opt fk 3.5 Community Engagement Option: Pop -Up Booths or Hands -On Workshop MIG will organize and facilitate one of the following engagement formats, based on the City's preference: » Option A: Two On -the -Go Engagement Booths. MIG will host two pop-up booths at high -attendance cultural events or community gatherings, such as the Lunar New Year Festival, Cinco de Mayo celebrations, and/or night markets. Each booth will last up to two hours and be staffed by up to two MIG team members, including bilingual and bicultural staff who will facilitate conversations, distribute multilingual materials, and offer interactive activities to spark engagement. A single set of interactive boards and handouts will be developed for use at both events. MIG will coordinate with City staff to select strategic venues and will prepare a summary of community input. » Option B: One Hands -On Community Planning Workshop. MIG will host a two-hour, interactive, in -person workshop focused on the three updated General Plan elements: Resource Management, Safety, and Circulation. The workshop will include collaborative mapping, visual preference surveys, and small -group discussions designed for cultural inclusivity. Translators and child -friendly activities will be provided to encourage participation. MIG will prepare all workshop materials, print presentation boards, and facilitate the event; the City will secure the venue, print handouts, provide refreshments and staff support, and promote the event through its outreach channels. MIG will prepare a summary of community input. 4 In both formats, MIG will make certain engagement is accessible, culturally responsive, and designed to gather meaningful feedback from a broad cross-section of Rosemead's community. 3.6 Study Sessions: Plan Review and Feedback with Commissions MIG, in conjunction with City staff, will coordinate and facilitate up to four study sessions with key City commissions to present draft Plan recommendations, gather feedback, and assure alignment with community priorities and departmental objectives. Sessions may be scheduled with the Parks Commission, Planning Commission, Public Safety Commission, and Traffic Commission. Each meeting will last no more than 1.5 hours and include one MIG staff member. MIG will prepare tailored presentation materials, summaries, and supporting visuals, as needed. Each session will be designed to encourage meaningful discussion, address commission -specific concerns, and document input to help refine final Plan deliverables. Task 3 Deliverables: » Community Engagement Plan (PDF) » Multilingual project website / Story Map (ArcGIS Online) » Community Partnership Summary (Word/Excel) » Multilingual outreach and storytelling materials (up to 10 pieces; various file types) » Interactive boards and handouts for events » Planning workshop materials (PDF) » Presentations and summaries for 4 commission study sessions (PowerPoint) 10 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Figure PARK ACCESS ,;' it i / j Task 3 Meetings: » 2 "On -the -Go" pop-up engagement booths at community events or one hands-on, in -person Community Planning Workshop » 4 study sessions with City Commissions (e.g., Parks, Planning, Public Safety, Traffic) TASK 4: FOCUSED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS 4.1 Preliminary Draft: Resource Management Element MIG will prepare a Preliminary Draft of the updated Resource Management Element aligning with the City's 2030 Strategic Master Plan and reflecting community priorities for equitable access to parks, green space, and cultural amenities. The Element will include technical context text along with goals, policies, and programs addressing recreational programming, cultural arts, natural resource conservation, and climate resilience, with a focus on underserved areas. Up to two rounds of review will be provided on the Preliminary Draft by City staff. 4.2 Preliminary Draft: Circulation Element MIG, in collaboration with Lochner, will prepare a Preliminary Draft of the Circulation Element that complies with Complete Streets policies and State mandates, prioritizes active transportation, and includes an infrastructure analysis addressing water, wastewater, storm drainage, and utilities. The Element will include context text plus goals, policies, and programs aligned with ongoing mobility improvements and community infrastructure goals. City staff will have up to two rounds of review on the Preliminary Draft. 4.3 Preliminary Draft: Safety Element MIG will prepare a Preliminary Draft of the Safety Element, coordinated with the City's forthcoming Local Hazards Mitigation Plan. The Element will include context text and goals, policies, and programs addressing natural and human -related hazards, climate adaptation, emergency preparedness, and environmental justice, with a focus on protecting vulnerable populations. The Preliminary Draft will undergo up to two rounds of review by City staff. 4.4 Public Review Drafts: Updated Elements Following revisions to the Preliminary Drafts, MIG will prepare Public Review Drafts of the Resource Management, Circulation, and Safety Elements. These versions will incorporate feedback from City staff and commissions. One round of review may be provided by City staff before finalizing the drafts for public release. 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Since the update does not propose any changes to land use designations or buildout assumptions, no new growth -related impacts are anticipated. The Circulation Element amendments will not add any new vehicle -carrying capacity to roadways, focusing instead on safety, multimodal access, and system efficiency. The Addendum will summarize the relevant findings from the 2008 EIR, describe the proposed amendments, compare them to the original project, and qualitatively evaluate potential environmental effects to confirm they remain within the scope of the prior EIR. If the analysis identifies environmental effects outside the scope of the prior EIR, additional CEQA documentation would be required, which is not included in the current scope or budget. The document will conclude with findings under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162-15164 that no supplemental or subsequent EIR is required. 5.2 Final CEQA Addendum Following one round of City review, MIG will finalize the CEQA Addendum for adoption alongside the updated General Plan Elements, incorporating any necessary revisions based on City feedback. Task 5 Deliverables: » Preliminary Draft CEQA Addendum (Word) » Public Review Draft CEQA Addendum (PDF) Task 5 Meetings: » 1 review meeting for Draft CEQA Addendum (1-hour) Figure MI-3: Bus Transit Routes ewe.m.. - vaPm+urnao-m ._.._ aarmin,9w-ms - ue.lw.lm lMn.treWr-In — — — I.Wrrelrb.5o .Wr.vv9.TrmJr.1 WrwdYTnn+h�] ..-.-.. Sunalurw Nrrr,la-B Be.Mpfxnrrn ----- 15M1Bhr Crrveamm� -------- 15M1trin spinndNlW.n. Canty BwN..ry pr Se.nr x.r md(I..�Ya oprn ip.c.MawrY Nxa roN+d4h.YdrtmlrR rro�). O 7 ~7 — TASK 6: ADOPTION AND FINAL DOCUMENTS 6.1 Planning Commission Hearings and Recommendations MIG will support up to two Planning Commission hearings, preparing technical materials and PowerPoint presentations to summarize the updated elements and facilitate Commission discussion. Feedback will be documented and used to inform final revisions. 6.2 City Council Hearings and Adoption MIG will support up to two City Council hearings, including preparation of staff reports, presentation slides, and talking points to assist with the adoption of the Focused General Plan Amendments and CEQA Addendum. 6.3 Final Approved Elements and Supporting Materials Following adoption, MIG will prepare final, professionally formatted versions of the approved Resource Management, Circulation, and Safety Elements, as well as any supporting materials requested by the City, such as summaries or presentation graphics. Task 6 Deliverables: » Presentation materials for up to 4 public hearings (PowerPoint) » Final approved General Plan Elements (PDF) Task 6 Meetings: » Up to 2 Planning Commission hearings » Up to 2 City Council hearings 12 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update CJ • cio� d a E '•o�C9: "gQ� I rn E `o m c E o � O� m U mE N n V E u .E O� u IL u C:' s Y o� o. C)' v oa LL 3 C%' Eo -C 11'I 1 w a u N oa E E w U m E ITITT N U al u � z rn Ow `o A rn ua3 O �ni OD V 0 E If T, T,T,7 1� al m E 1111 A m o d E E ® o E - ��w v z a ca �� M N 0 Section 2. Project Team, Key Personnel & Resumes About the MIG Team For the Rosemead Focused General Plan Update, MIG has assembled an exceptional team of professionals and advisors. Leading the effort is Lisa Brownfield as Principal -in -Charge, bringing nearly 40 years of General Plan experience to assure high -quality deliverables that meet legislative requirements. Her extensive leadership experience includes General Plan updates for Whittier, Costa Mesa, Cudahy, and Redwood City, among others, as well as a deep understanding of Rosemead having led the City's 2010 Comprehensive General Plan Update and the Garvey Avenue Specific Plan. With nearly 30 years of experience, Jose M. Rodriguez will serve as Project Manager, overseeing key components such as community engagement and preparation of General Plan Elements. Having played a critical role in Rosemead's 2010 update, Jose has worked on and led over 25 General Plans across California, including updates for Compton, Downey, Santa Fe Springs, and Walnut, and has directed key elements such as safety, environmental justice, land use, and natural resources for Paramount, Signal Hill, Long Beach, and Marin County. Lisa and Jose will be supported by key technical staff and advisors who bring specialized expertise. Cultural Community Engagement Lead Ana Sheila Victorino and Engagement Associate Sara Perez Rojas specialize in communicating complex planning concepts and engaging the public in these efforts. Planning Associate Alfonso Ramirez will work closely with Jose to prepare the Resource Management and Safety Elements updates and support engagement efforts. MIG Director of Environmental Services Bob Prasse will lead preparation of the CEQA Addendum to the 2008 General Plan Update EIR. MIG's Principal Cindy Mendoza, CPRP, national leader in parks and recreation planning, will guide the Resource Management Element, while MIG Director of Engineering Nathaniel Riedy, PE, will provide expert policy guidance on infrastructure planning integral to the Circulation Element. To center health equity and environmental justice in the update, Rachel Bennett, MIG's Director of Health Equity, will advise primarily on the Safety Element and contribute across all three elements. Lochner, formerly KOA, will lead transportation planning and analysis for the Circulation Element, drawing on their experience preparing the City's 2010 Circulation Element, as well as general plans, circulation elements, and active transportation plans throughout Southern California. Principal Carlos Velasquez, AICP, will lead transportation planning and analysis, with support from Planners Hilary Mau and Armin Jorgenson, AICP. TEAM ORGANIZATION COE EAMIG PROJECT MANAGEMENT Lisa Brownfield, Principal -in -Charge Jose Rodriguez, Project Manager I I RESOURCE CIRCULATION PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNITY MANAGEME ENGAGEMENT Jose Rodriguez, Lead Carlos Velasquez, Lead Jose Rodriguez, Lead Ana Sheila Victorino, Bob Prasse, Lead Alfonso Ramirez Hilary Mau Alfonso Ramirez Lead Armin Jorgenson Jose Rodriguez Lochner Sara Perez Rojas Cindy Mendoza, Nathaniel Riedy, Rachel Bennett, Advisor Advisor Advisor 14 City of Rosemead 1 Focused General Plan Update f EDUCATION » MArchUP, University of California, Los Angeles » BScUP, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS » American Planning Association (APA) CERTIFICATIONS » American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP),1990 AWARDS » Merit Award for Small Jurisdiction: Adelanto North 2035: Sustainable Comprehensive Plan, APA, Inland Empire Section, 2017 » Outstanding Achievement for Small Jurisdiction Planning Effort: Redwood City General Plan, APA Northern Section and California Chapter, 2012 Lisa Brownfield PRINCIPAL -IN -CHARGE I MIG Lisa Brownfield leverages her 30+years of planning expertise to help public and private clients find and define the best path forward on issues ranging from land use and housing to sustainability, environmental justice, and circulation. As a child sitting in the backseat of her mother's Mustang, Lisa had an innate curiosity for cities; she imagined how vacant or run-down spaces could be improved and become community assets. Now she directs and manages projects that create positive change for entire cities and their residents. Lisa is adept at working collaboratively with client staff, ensuring that they have a sense of ownership and accomplishment throughout the planning process. The diversity and depth of her experience allows her to frame discussions, keeping projects moving toward successful outcomes. Whether she's developing a general plan, specific plan, or environmental analysis, Lisa's focus is always on the future and the potential benefits that can be achieved for each community. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Rosemead General Plan, Rosemead, CA » Garvey Avenue Corridor Specific Plan, Rosemead, CA » Whittier General Plan and Housing Element Update, Whittier, CA » Commerce General Plan, Commerce, CA » Cudahy General Plan and Zoning Code, Cudahy, CA » Costa Mesa General Plan Update and EIR, Costa Mesa, CA » Huntington Beach General Plan, Huntington Beach, CA » Redwood City General Plan Update, Redwood City, CA » Redwood City Inner Harbor Specific Plan, Redwood City, CA » Monrovia Housing Element Update, Monrovia, CA » Monrovia TOD Specific Plans, Monrovia, CA » Adelanto North 2035: Sustainable Comprehensive Plan, Adelanto, CA » Arrow Highway Corridor Specific Plan, Glendora, CA Big Bear Lake Moonridge Corridor Specific Plan and EIR, Big Bear Lake, CA » San Carlos Housing Element and Safety Element, San Carlos, CA » Half Moon Bay Housing Strategy Study, Half Moon Bay, CA City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 15 EDUCATION MUP, University of California, Los Angeles BS, Urban and Regional Planning California State Polytechnic University, Pomona PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS » American Planning Association (APA) TEACHINGS » Adjunct Professor, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Jose M. Rodriguez PROJECT MANAGER, DIRECTOR OF GIS SERVICES I MIG With extensive experience spanning 25 years, Jose M. Rodriguez is a seasoned manager of advanced planning projects who excels in leading community engagement and outreach programs. His expertise includes managing a wide range of planning projects such as general plans, housing elements, specific plans, zoning ordinances, objective design standards, and guidelines. Jose has also helped numerous cities adopt certified housing elements that satisfy the Regional Housing Needs Assessment requirements, utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) to pinpoint suitable housing sites. He has a track record of developing both focused and comprehensive zoning ordinances and development codes, and is currently aiding the City of Whittier in preparing their objective design standards and focused zoning code amendments. Additionally, Jose is providing his expertise to other cities in preparing zoning amendments to address the 6th Cycle Housing Element implementation programs. As Director of MIG GIS Services, Jose specializes in land use analysis and zoning map updates, having successfully updated the land use and zoning maps for the cities of Paramount and Montebello, converting their outdated maps to parcel -specific GIS maps. His most recent project involves assisting municipalities in Contra Costa County to create an online GIS map that identifies 6th Cycle Housing Element sites and their proximity to high -quality transit corridors. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Rosemead General Plan, Rosemead, CA » Paramount Housing, Safety, and Environmental Justice Elements, Paramount, CA » Santa Fe Springs General Plan Update and Target Zoning Code Amendments, Santa Fe Springs, CA » Whittier General Plan Update and Planning Services, Whittier, CA » Compton General Plan, Compton, CA » Commerce General Plan and Zoning Update, Commerce, CA » Desert Hot Springs General Plan Update, Desert Hot Springs, CA » Santa Ana General Plan Technical Studies and Zoning Code Update, Santa Ana, CA » Long Beach Land Use Element, Long Beach, CA » Burlingame General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, Burlingame, CA » Signal Hill Environmental Justice and Environmental Resources Elements, Signal Hill, CA » Walnut General Plan Update, Walnut, CA » Montebello GIS Zoning Map Services, Montebello, CA » Lakewood Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Long -Range Plan, Lakewood, CA 16 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION » MA, Geography, (Teaching Fellowship), University of Oregon » BS, Geography (Honors Scholar), James Madison University CERTIFICATION » NRPA Certified Park and Recreation Professional PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS » National Recreation and Park Association » Oregon Recreation and Park Association PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS » Searching for the Fourth Pillar of Parks & Recreation. NRPA 2021. » Wildfire Implications for Park Conservation, Equity & Health. NRPA Magazine, 2020. >> Parks & Recreation in the 21st Century. CPRS 2016. Cindy Mendoza DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES I MIG Cindy Mendoza's leadership and award -winning expertise in park and recreation planning is a catalyst for community livability across the nation. Her affinity for developing parks and programs began 35 years ago as a recreation leader and soccer coach for underserved kids in her community. Through this work, she saw firsthand the life -changing benefits of parks, programs, and natural areas to youth and their families. Clients and colleagues find Cindy to be a solution -oriented pragmatist, working collaboratively to strategize the right mix of programs, facilities, and policies to maximize resources and meet each community's unique needs. As a writer and facilitator, she brings together diverse perspectives, synthesizing outreach findings and technical data to articulate desired outcomes and support action. An authority in the field, she has published and spoken extensively at the state and national level on the evolution of parks and recreation and its contributions to community livability. As MIG's Director of Parks and Recreation, Cindy offers best practices and the capacity to make all communities thrive though people, parks, and programs. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Long -Range Plan, Lakewood, CA » Comprehensive Parks Recreation and Open Space Plan, Lancaster, CA » Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Corona, CA » Parks Master Plan, Santa Ana, CA » Parks and Recreation Master Plan (CPRS Award), Apple Valley, CA » Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan, Hercules, CA » Parks and Recreation System Plan, Cupertino, CA >> Youth, Parks, and Community Enrichment Strategic Plan, Sacramento, CA » Facility Needs Assessment, Los Altos Hills, CA » Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Plan, Mountain House, CA » South Lake Tahoe Parks, Trails, and Facilities Plan, El Dorado County, CA » Park Master Plan for New Developments, Tracy, CA » Parks and Recreation Master Plan (ORPA Planning Award), Tualatin, OR >> Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan, Monroe, WA » Tualatin Basalt Creek Recreation Plan, Tualatin, OR » Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan, West Linn, OR » Parks and Recreation, Trails, and Natural Areas Master Plan (ORPA Vision, Insight, Planning Award), Gresham, OR Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Murray, UT >> Parks, Recreation, and Open Lands Plan, Loveland, CO » Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan, Addison, TX City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 17 EDUCATION » BS, Civil Engineering, University of Washington REGISTRATIONS » Professional Engineer: CA #80161, CO #0050429, TX #126555, WA #50177, AL #35421 Nathaniel Riedy, PE DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING I MIG Nathaniel Riedy is a highly skilled and adaptable civil engineer whose experience and expertise have contributed to infrastructure projects across the country. Nathaniel's early aspiration to improve quality of life in the built environment is continuously achieved with each new project — from site engineering and stormwater management to utility design and street improvements. As a project manager, he is committed to project stewardship from initial planning to post -construction sustainability. As a water resources and environmental engineering specialist, Nathaniel focuses on using green infrastructure and Low Impact Development principles to meet performance targets, mitigate costs, facilitate future maintenance, and protect or enhance the environment. His cross -training and collaboration with urban designers and landscape architects enables him to develop projects that are both functional and experiential. Nathaniel's technical communication and writing skills yield plans and documents that are succinct, well -organized, and easily readable by clients and laypersons alike. Registered in five states, he strives to ensure that project solutions are context sensitive to meet not just engineering standards, but also the multifunctional needs and expectations of each community. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Green Infrastructure and Parks Master Plan (Implementation of Cudahy General Plan Update), Cudahy, CA » Covina Town Center Specific Plan Infrastructure Planning, Covina, CA » San Antonio Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan and Sub -Area Plans, San Antonio, TX » San Marcos Comprehensive Plan and Sub -Area Plans, San Marcos, TX » 21st Street Green Storm Water Infrastructure Improvements, Paso Robles, CA » Yellow Brick Road Green Infrastructure, Richmond, CA » Three Creeks Trail SWPPP, San Jose, CA » Sunnydale Redevelopment Infrastructure Planning, San Francisco, CA » North Beach Resilient Plan, Corpus Christi, TX » San Saba Street and Pedestrian Improvements, San Antonio, TX » Corpus Christi North Beach Boulevard, Corpus Christi, TX » National Western Center Campus Placemaking Study, Denver, CO » Lutheran Legacy Campus Master Plan, Wheat Ridge, CO » GSI Retrofit Project for CSO Control, King County, WA » Hillcrest Terrace Community Center, Redmond, WA 18 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION » MPH, University of California, Los Angeles, Fielding School of Public Health » MURP, University of California, Los Angeles, Luskin School of Public Affairs » BA, Psychology, University of California, Davis PRESENTATIONS » Urban Land Institute Building Healthy Places Forum, Building Health, Community, and Resilience at Earvin "Magic" Johnson Park, 2023 » American Public Health Association, Parks and Public Spaces — Working to Achieve Health Equity, 2021 » America Walks, Addressing Gentrification and Displacement in Creating Vibrant Communities, 2017 RECENT PUBLICATIONS » "'A park is not just a park': Toward counter -narratives to advance equitable green space policy in the United States", Cities, 2022 Rachel Bennett HEALTH AND EQUITY SPECIALIST I MIG Rachel Bennett is a national expert in public health and community planning. Rachel has created and implemented projects impacting communities across the nation to address a range of issues, including health, environmental justice, transportation, and climate resilience. She began her career with an international nonprofit organization that provided medical care and health education in countries around the world. Since then, Rachel has worked closer to home, focusing on how urban planning decisions and public infrastructure investments impact community health. Rachel earned one of UCLA's first dual degrees in public health and urban planning, and has spent the last 15 years advancing health equity through planning and public policy. Prior to joining MIG in 2023, Rachel spent a decade working at Prevention Institute, where she worked with local health departments and funders to invest in upstream prevention. Rachel's deep thinking, organizational acumen, and ability to segment a vision into its component parts enable her to lead collaborative processes that center marginalized communities in determining the trajectory of their health. As Director of Health Equity, Rachel works with clients, communities, and MIG's own team to co -create policies, places, and programs that advance health for all. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Los Angeles County Public Works Equity in Infrastructure Initiative, Los Angeles County, CA » Los Angeles County Parks Needs Assessment Plus Implementation Project, Los Angeles County, CA » City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County Strategic Plan, San Mateo County, CA » San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission Environmental Justice Advisors Program Organizational Development Assessment, San Francisco Bay Area, CA » City of San Antonio Planning Department Strategic Plan, San Antonio, TX » City Parks Alliance Parks and Green Stormwater Infrastructure Initiative, Nationwide » Health in All Policies Regional Learning Community, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, CA* » People, Parks, and Power National Initiative, Nationwide* » American Planning Association Planners4Health Learning Series, Nationwide* » First 5 LA Built Environment Policy Advocacy Fund, Los Angeles County, CA* » Eden Area Livability Initiative Community Charrette, Alameda County, CA* *Work completed prior to joining MIG City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 19 EDUCATION » MBA, University of California, Los Angeles, Anderson School of Management » BA, Stanford University CERTIFICATIONS » Mind Body Coaching Certification, Embody Lab PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS » The Latino Giving Circle, Community Partnerships Committee » New Leaders Council, Governing Board Member, 2014-2015 » Los Angeles Education Partnership, Governing Board Member, 2018-2020 » UCLA Anderson Latino Management Alumni Association, 2017-2019 » COLAGE, Governing Board Member, 2012-2014 » Hispanic Heritage Foundation, Senior Tech Advisor, 2008-2016 Ana Sheila Victorino INCLUSIVE ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST I MIG Ana Sheila Victorino is a dynamic strategic planner and community engagement specialist focused on community -led, justice -oriented design, community building, and placemaking. Her work has helped cultivate environments —physical, digital, and cultural —where people feel safe, seen, and connected. Whether it's through a community workshop, a strategic planning process, a podcast, or a wellness initiative, Ana Sheila is most fulfilled when the work supports belonging and agency, especially for those who are often excluded. As a Mexican immigrant who first moved to a vibrant and low-resourced multicultural community in Chicago called Little Village, her formative years gave her a unique community -oriented lens and early deep curiosity about the human experience. She wanted to understand how people interact with systems, spaces, and each other. Through her time in software development as a product manager, Ana Sheila realized she craved a deeper connection to the people behind the data —to move from user experience to people experience and placemaking beyond the cloud —and wanted to make the interaction between people, systems, spaces, and each other more meaningful, equitable, and affirming. Ana Sheila brings a multidisciplinary toolkit—spanning product strategy, technology, storytelling, coaching, wellness, and community engagement strategy —to thoughtfully move forward projects that are rooted in connection, care, and collective impact. She bridges her analytical, cross -functional skillset with a people -first, justice -oriented approach to build experiences that are context -driven, ecologically rooted, and truly liberatory. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Downey General Plan and Housing Implementation, Downey, CA >> Bell Gardens Strategic Plan, Bell Gardens, CA » SELA Cultural Center Advisory Panel Facilitation, Los Angeles, CA » LA County Internal Services Department Strategic Planning, Los Angeles County, CA » West Hollywood Strategic Plan, West Hollywood, CA* » West Hollywood Economic Study, West Hollywood, CA* » Samtrans Safety Culture Assessment, Several Bay Area cities, CA* » Designing in Color, The Wathen Group, and Launch Latinx; Culture, Community Engagement, and Development Strategist* » Google, Prose, Launch Latinx, Emerson Collective, and WITH is for you; Holistic Career and Brand Coach* *Work completed prior to joining MIG 20 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION » MURP, University of Southern California » BA, Public Affairs (Urban Planning), University of Southern California Bob Prasse DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES I MIG Bob Prasse has extensive knowledge and expertise in urban planning and environmental analyses. A college class on the economics of environment peaked Bob's interest in the factors affecting the built environment, which led to a 35+-year career working with public agencies and developers throughout Southern California. With his analysis, communications, and writing skills, Bob helps clients anticipate and adjust to changing conditions while still meeting project goals related to development reviews, general and specific plans, zoning ordinances, and entitlement services. He has managed, prepared, and processed CEQA and NEPA documentation for a wide range of planning projects, including large-scale mixed -use communities, public facilities, general plans, retail centers, and warehouse/logistics complexes. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Santa Fe Springs General Plan EIR, Santa Fe Springs, CA » Whittier General Plan EIR, Whittier, CA >> Clayton General Plan EIR, Clayton, CA » Monterey Park General Plan EIR, Monterey Park, CA » Cudahy General Plan EIR, Cudahy, CA » Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR, Desert Hot Springs, CA » Covina Town Center Specific Plan EIR, Covina, CA » Smoky Hollow Specific Plan EIR, El Segundo, CA » Duarte Station Residential/TOD Specific Plan EIR, Duarte, CA » Arrow Highway Specific Plan EIR, Glendora, CA >> Duke Realty Logistics Warehouse EIR, San Bernardino County, CA » Compton General Plan EIR, Compton, CA* » El Camino Bottling Plant EIR, Rancho Cucamonga, CA* » PEMCOR Business Park EIR, Menifee, CA* » Westminster Gardens Transitional Retirement Community EIR, Duarte, CA* » Clearwater Specific Plan and EIR, Paramount, CA* » Paramount Housing Element Negative Declaration, Paramount, CA » Azusa Housing Element, EIR Addendum, Azusa, CA » S. Alhambra Residential Condo IS/MND, Monterey Park, CA » Santa Ana Centennial Dog Park IS/MND, Santa Ana, CA » Condor Battery Energy Storage Facility Project IS/MND, Grand Terrace, CA *Work completed prior to joining MIG City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 21 EDUCATION » BA, Geography/Environmental Studies, and Minor in Urban and Regional Studies and GIS and Technology, University of California, Los Angeles Sara Perez Rojas ENGAGEMENT ASSOCIATE I MIG Sara Perez Rojas is a project associate dedicated to amplifying community members' voices. She has supported numerous planning and community engagement programs for multidisciplinary projects across Southern California. Sara has successfully designed and implemented survey instruments to elicit community input over digital platforms and in paper format. With her experience and knowledge of GIS, Sara has effectively aided the visualization of data that she has adapted and applied to the production of community engagement materials and documents using Adobe InDesign. Sara utilizes her fluency in Spanish to connect and communicate with Spanish-speaking communities. Her passions and interests lie in equity, housing, transportation, social justice, and urban forestry. She aims to ensure public outreach materials that are easy to comprehend and access. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Compton 2040 General Plan, Compton, CA » Pasadena Housing Element Community Engagement, Pasadena, CA » Pasadena Safe Speed Campaign, Pasadena, CA » Covina Active Streets, Covina, CA » LA County and LA City Urban Forest Management Plans Engagement, Los Angeles County, CA » Broadway -Manchester Active Transportation (ATP) Equity Project, Los Angeles, CA » San Gabriel Valley Greenway Network Strategic Implementation Plan, San Gabriel Valley, CA » LA County Department of Parks and Recreation Parks Needs Assessment Plus (PNA+), Los Angeles County, CA » Redwood City Environmental Justice Element, Redwood City, CA » Santa Ana Parks, Facilities, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan, Santa Ana, CA 22 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION » BA, Urban Studies, and BA, Social Ecology, University of California, Irvine Alfonso Ramirez PLANNING ASSOCIATE I MIG Alfonso Ramirez supports planning and public engagement work, contributing his Spanish language skills and adept abilities in online engagement platforms. He is passionate about work that helps advance equity in disadvantaged communities. Alfonso believes in creating spaces that are sustainable, where communities can interact with their environment in ways that promote social welfare and economic viability. He enjoys community engagement and ensuring that diverse groups of planners, community members, and stakeholders be involved in every step of the planning process. He is knowledgeable in ArcMap and GIS and uses these tools to present data to the public in a graphic, easy -to -understand manner. This empowers community members and encourages them to become actively involved in their communities and local politics. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE Santa Fe Springs General Plan Environmental Justice Workshop, Santa Fe Springs, CA » Whittier Housing Element, Whittier, CA » Paramount Housing and Environmental Justice Elements, Paramount, CA » Garden Grove Housing Element, Garden Grove, CA » Compton 2040 General Plan, Compton, CA » Pasadena Housing Element Community Engagement, Pasadena, CA » Monrovia Environmental Justice Element, Monrovia, CA » Contra Costa County ABAG — Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Collaborative Technical Report, Contra Costa County, CA » Redwood City Environmental Justice Element, Redwood City, CA » Santa Ana Parks, Facilities, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan, Santa Ana, CA » Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation Parks Needs Assessment Plus (PNA+), Los Angeles County, CA City of Rosemead 1 Focused General Plan Update 23 EDUCATION » MA, City and Regional Planning, University of California, Berkeley >> BA, Geography/Environmental Studies and History, University of California, Los Angeles REGISTRATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS » American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), #026845 PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS » American Planning Association » Urban Land Institute, Young Professionals in Transportation » League Certified Instructor, League of American Bicyclists Carlos Velasquez, AiCP PRINCIPAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I LOCHNER Carlos Velasquez has experience in transportation planning, general plan and specific plan circulation element updates, traffic circulation, and bicycle/pedestrian planning. He has worked on projects addressing transit operations, pedestrian circulation and safety, bikeway planning, traffic studies, and economic revitalization. He is experienced in a number of planning studies that address transportation planning for existing and planned rail transit stations and transit -oriented districts. He also has experience in conducting analyses of transit trip generation and transit system capacity, analyzing pedestrian safety issues involved with sidewalk level of service and access to/from transit stations and parking; and assistance in analyzing traffic circulation impacts and mitigation on surface streets and highways. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Monterey Park Circulation Element for General Plan Update. Project Manager. Lochner updated the Circulation Element for the City of Monterey Park General Plan. Lochner forecasted the future year 2040 traffic volumes for the land use plan scenarios. To comply with SB743, Lochner estimated the vehicle miles traveled (VMT) for each land use scenario, under the existing conditions and future year 2040 settings. Lochner conducted level -of -service (LOS) analysis for more than 40 intersections by using the NCHRP765 methodology. Lochner provided mobility recommendations that incorporated improved transit use, active transportation opportunities, and the leverage of proximity to assets such as the Metro Gold Line. » Bell Gardens Circulation & Transportation Element Update. Project Manager. The City retained Lochner to prepare their circulation element update. The project entailed re -envisioning the City's transportation network to ensure that the City is positioned for California's VMT policy and is more conducive to non -motorized transportation facilities. The Circulation Element update was incorporated into the City's overall General Plan and sought to guide the City's transportation policy over the next three decades. Carlos led the Lochner team that analyzed the existing transportation network. Lochner modeled existing and anticipated build -out VMT numbers. In the study, Lochner provided recommendations to update parking and transportation demand management policies and to reclassify any streets based on their existing volumes and anticipated usage. An assessment of micromobility strategies and microtransit was included. The study ensured that the City remains forward -thinking regarding transportation planning and policy. As Project Manager, Carlos oversaw the overall recommendations, coordinated with the client, and ensured staffing resources were adequate for completing project deliverables. Carlos worked closely with Public Works to present the proposed circulation element to City Council for formal approval. 24 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION MS, Urban and Regional Planning, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona BA, Environmental Studies, University of California, Santa Cruz Hilary Mau TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I LOCHNER Hilary Mau has more than 18 years of experience assisting with the preparation of transportation planning project studies for public and private clients throughout the Southern California region. Her responsibilities include preparation and review of transportation impact studies, parking supply and demand studies, shared parking analyses, traffic circulation and access studies, Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Plans, mitigation monitoring reports, and traffic signal warrant analyses. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE City of Buellton Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) & Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Guidelines. Project Planner. Lochner is preparing the City of Buellton's traffic impact analysis (TIA) guidelines as well an updated set of TIA policies that incorporate vehicle miles traveled (VMT) as a criterion in determining transportation impacts under the State's California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) required by Senate Bill (SB) 743 and the recent changes to Section 15064.3 of the CEQA Guidelines. Lochner is also developing a set of screening criteria to determine if a project would be screened out from requiring a CEQA-level TIA via the development of a Buellton-specific set of VMT criteria. » City of Los Angeles Veteran Affairs West Los Angeles Master Plan. Project Planner. Originally, Lochner assisted the project team with an assessment of the traffic and parking implications of a proposed Master Plan to be developed in four phases. The traffic analyses included determining existing phase trip generation and future operating conditions at fourteen study intersections. Subsequently, we prepared an updated traffic and parking report with and analysis based on new traffic counts and an updated parking survey of the North Campus parking facilities. The existing and future conditions analysis evaluated 33 surface street intersections, 8 internal site intersections, and 10 internal site roadway segments, both without and with the project. Lochner also provided services for a master planning effort by analyzing traffic and parking impacts associated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs preparation of a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement and Programmatic Environmental Impact Report (PETS/PEIR) for the West Los Angeles Campus Master Plan. The analysis for the North and South Campuses included a total of 55 study intersections and 22 roadway segments. Lochner also prepared a Campus Circulation Plan, which included developing strategies for improving the efficiency and sustainability of the internal roadway network. A parking impact analysis, transit analysis, Caltrans freeway impact analysis, construction traffic analysis, and vehicle miles traveled analysis were also prepared. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 25 EDUCATION MUP, Mobility and Transportation Planning, Price School of Public Policy, University of Southern California, Los Angeles » BA, Urban Studies and Planning/ BS, Environmental Chemistry, Revelle College, University of California, San Diego REGISTRATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS » American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), #35558 Armin Jorgenson, AiCP TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I LOCHNER Armin Jorgenson is a Planner with an emphasis on travel demand modeling, transportation analysis, public policy, and spatial analysis. In this role, he conducts travel demand modeling analyses, assesses future land use scenarios, their effects on Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), and prepares any necessary narratives to support CEQA documents. He has supported the cities of Twentynine Palms and Palm Desert with their Caltrans ATP applications and the City of Huntington Beach with their Local Roadway Safety Plan. Prior to joining Lochner, Armin held roles at the City of Temecula, the Center for Sustainable Energy, and Omnitrans. In these roles, he produced maps, performed asset management, wrote grant applications, and made design recommendations for infrastructure projects. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » City of La Habra La Habra Boulevard Specific Plan. Project Planner. Lochner is helping the City to outline future mobility improvements along the historic downtown corridor, La Habra Boulevard. Lochner is supporting the City's environmental impact report efforts by analyzing current and future Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), as well as vehicle delay and level of service as part of proposed land use changes. Lochner is analyzing and proposing corridor improvements that focus on multi -modality and improved safety at key intersections. Improved linkages to adjacent neighborhoods are being explored as part of this effort. Lochner is assisting the City with community engagement. This involves working with staff to identify engagement opportunities and attend to receive comments on issues relating to transportation and mobility. Lochner staff are developing treatments and improvements to improve overall corridor safety, walkability, and access for users of all transportation modes. » City of Walnut Mixed -Use Traffic Impact Analysis. Project Planner. Armin developed trip generation estimates, researched related projects, and evaluated impacts to Level -of -Service at study intersections, and analyzed Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) impacts based on land use and socioeconomic data changes, utilizing procedures found in traffic study guidelines for the City of Walnut, the County of Los Angeles, and the City of Industry. » County of Riverside University Highlands Mixed -Use Traffic Impact Study. Project Planner. This Masterplan development includes nearly 1,400 residential dwelling units, 3,500 sq. ft. commercial, 3,800 sq. ft. community center/police station, a 1.7-acre fire station, and a 3.5-acre park. Lochner's services include the preparation of a VMT and LOS traffic impact assessment, The study includes: Assessment of school queuing and pedestrian paths in vicinity of adjacent school; queuing analysis at study intersections; development of traffic calming measures on Morton Road; evaluation of roadway cross-section; and potential pre-emption of Morton Road for the proposed Fire Station. 26 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Section 3. Company Qualifications About MIG Moore lacofano Goltsman, Inc. (MIG), improves, adapts, and creates organizations, environments, and tools for human development. We are a community of designers, planners, engineers, scientists, and storytellers who engage people in creative problem -solving and collective action. We believe that the physical and social environment around us have a profound impact on our lives, and this belief shapes the principles that guide our work: » Communities can plan their own futures. » The world needs an ecological perspective. » Great projects work for everyone. » Elegant design inspires new thinking. » Every project presents an opportunity to advance racial and social equity. » All work must be context driven. MIG is at the forefront of innovation. We are leading local, regional, and national planning and design initiatives to maximize accessibility and equity; engage, educate, and empower people through participatory processes; facilitate strategy development for social change; create playful and inclusive communities; reimagine streets and repurpose infrastructure; revitalize cities and restore ecosystems; and promote environmental stewardship by recognizing that the health of the natural and built world is mutually dependent. AREAS OF EXPERTISE » Community -Based Planning and Visioning » General and Specific Plans » Zoning Codes and Objective Design Standards » Urban Design and Placemaking » CEQA Documentation and Environmental Planning » Community Outreach and Engagement » Facilitation and Consensus Building » Strategic Communications and Web Technology » Mapping and GIS Analysis » Graphic Design and Visual Simulations » Parks, Recreation, and Trails Planning » Landscape Architecture >> Sustainability and Green Infrastructure Community -Based Planning. MIG offers a unique combination of community planning, urban design, and public engagement expertise that brings community interests together to frame land use, development, and urban design issues. We have a successful record in preparing General and Comprehensive Plans, Community and Neighborhood Plans, Specific Plans, and Zoning Codes that can advance a community's sustainability, livability, and economic vibrancy. We strive to conduct land use planning in a highly interactive process involving key constituent groups. This process generates a clear and collective vision of development and growth that serves as an inspirational expression of future possibilities and an overarching framework for implementation. LA City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 27 Our approach is based on a thorough understanding of existing conditions and guiding regulations, efficiency, accuracy in information gathering and analysis, creativity, and innovation in collaborative problem - solving and strategic development. Innovative Skillsets. MIG has the technical and analytical capability to perform a variety of GIS analyses, including land use modeling, site suitability analysis, holding capacity and buildout analysis, data collection and conversion, database creation, and natural resource mapping. We have extensive experience using the ArcGIS family of software products and have an in-depth knowledge of ArcMap, Spatial Analyst, and 3D Analyst. We maintain an extensive database of up-to-date geospatial information. MIG incorporates GIS mapping and analysis into all of the services we provide. We analyze GIS data for baseline studies and alternatives analysis. We prepare small maps for documents and reports and large-scale maps for use in our public participation efforts. Additionally, our in-house multidisciplinary team includes seasoned professionals with exceptional qualifications in web technology, 3D/AR/VR visualization, UI/UX design, environmental graphic design, exhibit and interpretive design, and strategic communications. MIG has award -winning qualifications in translating technical and educational content into transformative digital communication strategies, websites, animations, exhibits, and visualizations. We deeply understand the dynamics of communications and human behavior. Equally important, we are adept at melding this understanding with storytelling, design, and technology to deliver state-of-the-art digital educational experiences and web applications. Community Engagement. MIG is known for effectively communicating complex issues to key stakeholders, businesses, and the public, enabling them to actively participate in policy, planning, and design processes and make informed decisions that impact every aspect of their lives. We design and implement multilevel community engagement processes aimed at increasing public understanding and participation in local planning processes. The depth of our expertise encompasses outreach and engagement in every form —in -person, written, visual, and electronic —combined with exceptional skills in facilitation and consensus building. MIG has designed and led outreach and education programs including large festivals, pop-up events, tactical urbanism, walking tours, and speaker bureaus. We have experience working with elected officials, community leaders, business representatives, and other stakeholders to assess potential issues and opportunities that can shape the community engagement process. Our Subconsultant LOCHNER Lochner provides planning, environmental, design, construction engineering and inspection, and right- of-way services for surface transportation, aviation, rail and transit clients across the United States. With offices in 22 states, Lochner's 1000+ employees are problem -solvers, driven by transforming transportation infrastructure challenges into opportunities. 28 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Founded in 1944, Lochner's mission is to improve the lives of people and their communities. As a people - centric organization, its professionals are dedicated to transforming challenges into opportunities. Lochner leads in delivering planning, environmental, design, construction engineering and inspection, right-of-way, and drainage services for highway, bridge, rail, transit, municipal, and aviation clients across the United States In December 2022, Lochner expanded its services and geographic footprint through the acquisition of California -based KOA Corporation and Colorado - based Armstrong Consultants. In May of 2023, Lochner acquired Texas -based K. Friese + Associates, establishing and growing water/wastewater and drainage services as a core component of their civil infrastructure offering. In 2024, Lochner acquired Triunity, expanding their transit and rail practice. In January of 2025, Green International Affiliates, Inc. joined Lochner. Areas of Expertise » Mobility Planning and Transportation Engineering » Highway and Roadway Design » Traffic Operations and ITS » Multimodal and Active Transportation (Pedestrian and Bicycle, SRTS, First Mile/Last Mile) » Complete Streets Planning & Design » Assessment of Transportation Impacts » Safety Implementation (HSIP, ADA, LRSP, SSARP, and SS4A) » Signals, Signing and Striping, Traffic Control Plans Circulation Elements. Lochner has provided general plan and circulation element services for multiple jurisdictions throughout Southern California. Blending comprehensive community outreach approaches, with planning, and engineering design and support, Lochner has been an essential partner for agencies seeking to reach their mobility goals. For such projects, Lochner has provided services such as: Travel Demand Modeling; GIS analysis, literature and policy review, existing conditions field assessments and documentation, engineering conceptual design support, cost estimation, project implementation, and grant writing. A signature feature to Lochner's approach to such studies is constructability, where Lochner's certified planners and registered civil and traffic engineers work together to ensure that circulation elements balance creative mobility approaches with widely accepted engineering standards. Such an approach has led to the successful implementation of numerous bicycle and pedestrian facilities throughout Southern California. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 29 Relevant Experience The table below and relevant projects showcased in Section 4. References, highlight the MIG's deep experience with general plans, public engagement, and implementation for communities similar in size and planning issues to the City of Rosemead. MIG GENERAL PLANS AND SIMILAR DOCUMENTS • • • • • *1 • • • • • • • • Atascadero General Plan Update, CA Arcadia General Plan and Development Code, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • Baldwin Park General Plan, Health & Sustainability Element*, Environmental Justice Element, and Zoning Code, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • Blueprint Denver and Comprehensive Plan, CO* • • • • • • • • • • • • Burlingame 2040 General Plan ePlan and Zoning Code, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Carlsbad Growth Management Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan, NC** • • • • • • • • • • • • • Commerce General Plan, Corridor Plans & Zoning, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Compton General Plan and EIR, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Costa Mesa General Plan - Land Use and Circulation, CA • • • • • • • • • • • Covina Town Center Specific Plan and EIR, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • Cupertino General Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Desert Hot Springs General Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Downey General Plan and Specific Plan Amendments, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • El Segundo General Plan Land Use Element Update, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Garden Grove Focused General Plan Update, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Garvey Avenue Specific Plan, Rosemead, CA • • • • • • • • • • • Hayward General Plan ePlan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Lancaster Environmental Justice Element, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • La Palma General Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • La Puente General Plan and Zoning Code, CA • • • • • • • • • • Long Beach 2030 Focused General Plan - Land Use, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Monterey Park General Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • Mountain View General Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Paramount Housing, Safety, and EJ Elements, CA • • • • • • • • • • • Poway Road Corridor Specific Plan and EIR, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, CA* • • • • • 01 • • • • • • Redwood City General Plan and Mixed Use Zoning, CA* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Rialto General Plan, CA* • • • • • • • • • • • • Richmond General Plan, CA* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Riverside General Plan and Zoning/Subdivision Codes, CA* • • • • • • • • • • 101 • Rosemead General Plan, CA • • • • • • 01 • • • • • • San Antonio Comprehensive and SA Tomorrow Area Plans, TX* • • • • • • • • • • • • San Carlos Focused General Plan & Zoning Ordinance, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Santa Fe Springs General Plan Update, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Santa Rosa General Plan Update, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Signal Hill Focused General Plan Update, CA • • • • • • • • • 16 • le • • • Smoky Hollow Specific Plan Update & EIR, El Segundo, CA • • • • • • • • • 10 • • Vernon General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • Walnut General Plan and West Valley Blvd Specific Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Whittier General Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • *APA Award Winner ** 2023 National APA Daniel Burnham Award 30 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update A: Section 4. References 1 �as `P''f4 Disadvantaged Communities (DAC)i' �,��y e Percentile Scores (75 to 100 = DAC) w 71 (Not a Disadvantaged Community) - i 87 7 536.02 89 Percentiles Scores i between 75 and 100: 90 Disadvantaged Communities 1 Rosecrans Ave. 94 96 l 97 98 f 1 _u2 535.02 Census Tract I Compton Blvd. Number L.-J 1 &a Existing Residential y 00 538.01 Uses (2020)--j y ofCity Boundary v 0` Alondra Blvd. c Q I ai 0 Q -J d 538.02 l 535.03 535.02 m C- 7 O E El 539.02 MIG provided a Focused General Plan Update that included developing the first Environmental Justice Element for the City of Paramount, which had been contending with industrial manufacturers emitting air pollution beyond permissible thresholds. MIG collaborated with community groups and businesses to identify pollution burdens and strategies within the industrial areas of the city. To create the Environmental Justice Element, MIG took a neighborhood -based approach to identify community needs such as park access, urban greening strategies, pedestrian and bicycle safety, access to healthy foods and grocery stores, and pollution burden strategies. MIG also pinpointed areas where the concentration of industrial businesses resulted in significant air pollution and proposed measures for proper enforcement and monitoring to hold local industrial sites accountable and regulate the amount and type of pollution they release. Concurrently, MIG also prepared the 2021-2029 Housing Element, which received full compliance from the California Department of Housing and Community Development. The Housing Element included a comprehensive implementation program with approaches that addressed the sites, shortfall, new affirmatively furthering fair housing actions, and Zoning Code amendments to streamline multifamily and mixed -use housing projects. The Safety Element was also updated to comply with current State laws regarding resiliency planning. ?or I I l I . J Q m 0 PROJECT DETAILS Location: Paramount, CA Client: City of Paramount Reference: John King, AICP Assistant Planning Director City of Paramount (562) 220-2049 jking@paramountcity.com For more information, see the General Plan Elements here City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 31 / \ lNest Nrhirtier/ Penn 51 Los Niezos Ba / >'":� Pico Rivera 46y il,VX, 13u111,11n9 Figure LU-5: Downtov,n Concept Diagram Dwelling Urn,, Population Square Feet Employees (000) 9,421 30,351 78,273 59,3254,716 ' 5,513 18,292 - - - �l 1 MI C!-� 2� South GONE; Wh , \ L I t 1 \ Norwalk' Z. ,y'C'3'— j o :. w tFi 01 r�y5�J1ptl�[rg^'"` o -.. LL�IOn L a M f r a d a � - Roa ti Ave 11r� � � r.�E.am., :, .. »ra�,•b wa, € \� Irk \ FYcebax or ._._J i .�.... Clu— .,.- 2.�a q..2spa.y.. z4n. - Alantln 9h4 _ _ o r. The City of Santa Fe Springs last updated its General Plan in 1993, over 30 years ago. MIG was hired in early 2020 to completely overhaul the General Plan, including preparation of a new Environmental Justice Element. A major component of the project was updating the Housing Element for the 6th Cycle Regional Housing Needs Assessment to accommodate nearly 1,000 new housing units. MIG used GIS to analyze underutilized industrial properties, which involves measuring quality of life metrics, including classifying hazardous waste and contamination data to determine which properties could easily and safely transition to multifamily housing. Following General Plan adoption, MIG completed focused Zoning Code amendments to implement General Plan land use policies, which included creating new mixed -use zoning districts and adding standards to encourage housing production. Santa Fe Springs historically has been an industrial city, with a very engaged business sector. To balance business interests with residents' desire for additional housing and places to shop and dine locally, MIG conducted numerous listening sessions with community members, held meetings with a Council -appointed advisory group, and designed and ran an online survey. : `, ...n 1� Figure LU-8: Telegraph Road/Bloomfield Avenue Infill Sitl ±II o Well C.— C.— op- Sp— M9divm c—fty Rea dental Figure LU 9 Florence/Norwalk Boulevards Infill Site �� Pu.�ali..nC n..rtvn /-Cnnnw�u+t C.ntu. Ail R-dtWt r 7 T . Ix -_ tHdu^ penny _ PROJECT DETAILS Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA Client: City of Santa Fe Springs Reference: Cuong Nguyen, Director City of Santa Fe Springs (562) 868-0511, ext. 7359 cuongnguyen@santafesprings.org For more information, see the General Plan Elements here 32 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update t I�SpeclBc Plan i� Hillside Residential n7aR Low Densityflesidenlial(3.17DU/AC1 Medmm Density Resdemial17.1 75 DU/AC'Medium High Density Residential (15.1-25 DU/AQ Canyon Rd High Density Residential(25.1-35 DU/AC) - Very High Density Residential (35.1-55 DU/AC) NEW .QJ�\ Mixed Use 1 (30 DU/AC) NEW Mixed Use 2(40 DU/AC) NEW _ Mixed Use 3 (up to 60 DU/AC W/ Comm. Benefits) NEW General Commercial (C-G) �C-Gw/ Housing Overlay 25 DU/AC NEW Neighborhood Commercial Office Medical NEW O Innovation NEW _ General Industrial Park 1 Inch = 875 feet Open Space Whittier City Boundary Puente Golf Course Sphere of Influence Hills Public and Quasi Public Preserve �P I City of 1 La Habra y Heights o do 7 — MIG worked with the City of Whittier to update its General Plan. The plan establishes new policies to address sustainability, climate change, environmental justice, and community health. MIG developed an extensive community engagement program to keep residents informed and engaged throughout the process. The community engagement program includes high -touch outreach techniques, such as stakeholder interviews, community intercepts, and interactive workshops. High-tech approaches include a multimedia campaign, social media outreach, online questionnaires, and a comprehensive website. Community engagement was strategically launched to attain public feedback loops to inform the vision, guiding principles, goals and policies, and land use alternatives. Following General Plan adoption, the City retained MIG to prepare the 2021-2029 Housing Element and to undertake focused Zoning Code amendments necessary to implement housing policies and new General Plan land use designations. PROJECT DETAILS Location: Whittier, CA Client: City of Whittier Reference: Luis Escobedo, AICP, MPA Assistant Director of Community Development, City of Whittier (562) 567-9320 lescobedo@cityofwhittier.org For more information, see the General Plan Elements here City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 33 Lochner References BELL GARDENS CIRCULATION & TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT UPDATE Lochner was retained by the City of Bell Gardens to prepare their circulation element update. The project entails re -envisioning the City's transportation network to ensure that the City is positioned for California's Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy and is more conducive to non -motorized transportation facilities. The Circulation Element update will be incorporated into the City's overall General Plan and will seek to guide the City's transportation policy over the next three decades. For this project, Lochner staff analyzed the existing transportation network to determine street usage, volumes, and origin- destination pairs. Lochner also modeled existing and anticipated build -out VMT numbers. As part of the study, Lochner recommended updated parking and transportation demand management policies, and recommended any streets to be reclassified based on their existing volumes and anticipated usage. Additionally, an assessment of micromobility strategies and microtransit is also included. The study will ensure that the City remains forward -thinking when it comes to transportation planning and policy. Location: Bell Gardens, CA Reference: Chau Vu, Previously at City of Bell Gardens (Currently at City of Huntington Beach); (714) 374-5345; chau.vu@surfcity-hb.org MONTEREY PARK CIRCULATION ELEMENT FOR GENERAL PLAN UPDATE Lochner updated the Circulation Element for the City of Monterey Park General Plan. Lochner forecasted the future year 2040 traffic volumes for the City's land use plan scenarios. To comply with SB743, Lochner estimated the vehicle miles traveled (VMT) for each land use scenario, both under the existing conditions and future year 2040 settings. Lochner also conducted level -of -service (LOS) analysis for more than 40 intersections by using the NCHRP765 methodology. In addition, Lochner provided mobility recommendations that incorporated improved transit use, active transportation opportunities, and the leverage of proximity to assets such as the Metro Gold Line. Lochner is now updating the City's roadway classifications to ensure that they are consistent with existing and anticipated land use patterns. Furthermore, Lochner is working with the City to ensure that suggested plans, policies, and programs address future transportation patterns and technologies. Transportation Networking Companies (TNCs), micro -mobility, and other trends in mobility are being addressed. Location: Monterey Park, CA Reference: Frank Lopez, Previously at City of Monterey Park (Currently at City of Laguna Beach); (949) 497-0741; flopez@lagunabeachcity.net SAN BERNARDINO GENERAL PLAN UPDATE As a subconsultant on a planning team, Lochner provided a circulation and mobility analysis for a concurrent downtown area specific plan and general plan process for the City of San Bernardino. The mobility analysis incorporated data for vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle volumes; transit ridership data to provide for an analysis of balanced transportation system; and for Complete Streets planning. The land use plan scenarios were reviewed versus mobility and transit networks. Recommendations for the development of the future mobility network included a hierarchy of priorities for transit improvements, bicycle network improvements, and pedestrian access improvements. Land use was analyzed for both the Specific Plan sub -area and the overall General Plan area, with Lochner developing three alternatives for the City. The inputs that Lochner utilized in the development of the alternatives were population/ employment details, floor area, and units for each Traffic Analysis Zone (TAZ) and sub-TAZ as defined for the analysis. A summary of trips generated by zone for each of three alternatives was developed. A vehicle miles traveled (VMT) analysis was conducted using the San Bernardino County Traffic Analysis Model (SBTAM). The VMT analysis measured the effects of the Specific Plan and overall General Plan separately. The effects on local area VMT were measured against CEQA standards. Location: San Bernardino, CA Reference: Oliver Mujica, City of San Bernardino; (909) 384-5001; mujica_ol@sbcity.org 34 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Section 5. Standard City Contract and Insurance Requirements MIG has reviewed the Standard City Contract and Insurance Requirements included in the City's Request for Proposals and kindly requests consideration of the following modifications. 3.5.6 Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, in any manner actually caused by the negligent acts, omissions or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, designated agents, consultants and contractors arising out of or in connection with the performance of the Services, the Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all consequential damages and reasonable attorneys fees and other related costs and expenses Consultant shall defend, at Consultant's own cost, expense and risk, any and all such aforesaid suits, actions or other legal proceedings of every kind that may be brought or instituted against City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers. Consultant shall only be responsible to defend costs according to its proportionate share of fault as determined by a court of competent jurisdiction. Section 6. Addenda Acknowledgement MIG acknowledges receipt of Q&A Responses issued on August 7, 2025, and August 13, 2025, via the PlanetBid Portal. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 35 O a O a N u r4 C u N III MIN 11111 III III IIIINII MIN 1111111 IN in MEN HIM IN 1111 iai III oil 1111111 loom 1111111, 1111111 IRS III IN JIM III MINE MIN oil MIN i €: Ist l E y; Nil III MEN MIN III III WIN 111 1111111 11111 Is No In In IN Nil IN III JOIN MIN M— 11 1111 min I 1. a jlul. 12 9 S Attachment F Proposal from RRM City of Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Proposal Submitted by RRM Design Group on August 14, 202S Z? rrm fi design group Re: Rosemead Focused General Plan Update design Dear Annie Lao, group The City of Rosemead has timely identified the need to update its General Plan for Creating compliance with recent State legislation. RRM Design Group is excited to have the Environments opportunity to collaborate with staff again in an effort of such importance. Our team People is prepared to support the City of Rosemead with a Focused General Plan Update Enjoy- which will incorporate the following updates to the Resource Management Element, Public Safety Element, and Circulation Element. August 14, 2025 Annie Lao The Resource Management Element update will include revisions in relation to wildlife habitat connectivity and equitable access and climate resilience compliant with Senior Planner City of Rosemead SB 1425 and AB 1889. The Public Safety Element update will incorporate revisions in 8838 E. Valley Boulevard relation to new extreme heat requirements compliant with AB 2684 and Government Rosemead, California Code Section 65302, subdivision (g)(3). Lastly, the Circulation Element update will 91770 include revisions addressing wildlife habitat connectivity measures, as well as relevant •...... updates to the truck route map, addressing warehousing/logistic uses and related RRM Design Group truck traffic avoiding paths through residential areas and sensitive receptors to be Lead office: compliant with AB 1889 and AB 98. 32332 Camino RRM's familiarity with Rosemead and our recent work on other Rosemead General Capistrano, Ste 205 Plan elements, including the Housing Element and Public Safety Element with San Juan Capistrano, environmental justice policies, as well as our work on the City's Freeway Corridor CA 93401 p: (949)361-7950 Mixed -Use Overlay zone, provide our team with a strong understanding of Rosemead's www.rrmdesign.com context and a solid foundation for this assignment. In addition to our previous work Headquarters: for the City of Rosemead, our team has tackled a variety of general plan assignments, 3765S. Higuera St, Ste 102 including the preparation of general plan updates for the cities of Alhambra, Son Luis Obispo, CA93401 Calabasas, Cerritos, Camarillo, Buena Park, Dana Point, El Monte, and Long Beach. p: (805) 543-1794 We have assembled a team with the right expertise to prepare the City's Focused www.rrmdesign.com General Plan Update. Our experience working with City of Rosemead allows us to hit the ground running with our knowledge and understanding of the local setting. RRM Design Group will lead this project team as the prime consultant preparing the Focused General Plan Update policies and documents, conducting community and stakeholder engagement, and coordinating public outreach and adoption processes with the City. RRM's multidisciplinary expertise will be augmented with a complementary team of experienced subconsultants that include Ascent, Inc. providing environmental planning and CEQA compliance services, and Kittelson & Associates providing traffic engineering and mobility planning services. Thank you for considering RRM Design Group to support the City of Rosemead with these efforts. We look forward to answering any questions you might have about our proposal or our keen interest in serving your needs. If you need more information or have any questions regarding our capabilities, please feel free to contact Elizabeth Ocampo Vivero at on (805) 456-8860 or eocampo@rrmdesign.com. Sincerely, RRM Design Group Diane Bathgate, AICP, CNU-A Principal -in -Charge 0 Elizabeth Ocampo Vivero Principal Planner/Project Manager Evaluation Criteria RRM Design Group has tailored this proposal and structured its contents in response to the evaluation criteria categories included in the RFP. Below we include a brief description of how we are responding to each category: Experience and Qualifications Our team has been thoughtfully assembled to include a well-rounded group of professionals with strong experience and knowledge in a wide range of current and long-range planning efforts, including General Plans, demonstrated community engagement expertise, skilled in CEQA compliance, and a successful project management approach that has led many efforts to completion. The team has a strong understanding of State law and is at the forefront of implementing recent legislation. Section 2 of this proposal includes the organizational structure of our team, including RRM Design Group as a lead consultant, and Ascent and Kittelson as technical subconsultants. This section also includes the resumes of key staff members of each firm which demonstrate our experience and qualifications. Our firm's profile is included in pages i and ii of this proposal, while Section 3 includes a selection of our team's relevant project experience. Capabilities and Approach As demonstrated in Section 1, we have developed a project approach that will allow us to conduct our work in a reasonable timeframe. We have crafted a scope of work which will serve as the roadmap for our project, and our project timeline shows how the tasks and subtasks are proposed to be carried out throughout the duration of the project. References and Past Performance We are proud of our work! Our previous clients can provide references for our past performance on similar contracts. Section 4 includes our references. RRM Project Pictured: Balboa Avenue Station Area Specific Plan, San Diego, CA Responsiveness and Completeness Our team has developed the content of this proposal with the utmost care for the written and graphic information included. Our Table of Contents provides an overview of the document's organization. Additionally, our cover letter, and our project approach and scope of work included in Section 1 address how we understand the project objectives and have a strategy to meet the project requirements. Staffing Plan We have selected a team of professionals that have the expertise and skillsets to serve this effort. Our organizational structure and our resumes included in Section 2 explain the roles and responsibilities of our team members. Pricing and Cost Proposal The cost proposal included in Section 7 details the proposed project budget and breaks down the subtotals by task accordingly. Community Benefit - Community Investment Conducted within the last five years, RRM's prior experience working for the City of Rosemead includes a series of projects such as the City's 2021-2029 Housing Element Update, the preparation of the City's Public Safety Element Update incorporating environmental justice policies, and the Freeway Corridor Mixed -Use Overlay. This is shown on page i. of the proposal. Community Benefit - Local Engagement RRM's core values include giving back, championing diversity and inclusion, and being stewards of the environment. Our firm profile pages includes details about our firm's dedication to community benefit actions. During our work on the City's Focused General Plan Update, RRM commits the participation of two staff members during two community events which may include City -sponsored cleanup events, engaging in local school programs such as reading to students, and/or City Earth Day activities. Our team's volunteering will be coordinated with staff to confirm the activity is in line with the City's priorities. This is shown on page ii. of the proposal. Proposal For Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Table of Contents 1. Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline ........................1 2. Project Team, Key Personnel, and Resumes.................17 3. Company Qualifications ......................................... 29 4. References........................................................... 46 5. Standard City Contract and Insurance Requirements... 49 6. Addenda Acknowledgment ...................................... 51 7. Cost Proposal........................................................ 55 Graphics & Photographs: This document features images of RRM Design Group and its subconsultant partners' projects, the graphics and photos of which are owned, copyrighted, and/or licensed by our respective firms. Some images may be modified due to privacy concerns. About RRM Design Group: 3765 South Higuera St, Ste 102 • San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 • (805) 543-1794 • rrmdesign.com • A California corporation • Leonard Grant Architect C26973 • Robert Camocho, PE 76597 • Steven Webster, LS 7561 • Jeff Ferber, PLA 2844 The written and graphic materials contained in this proposal are the exclusive property of RRM Design Group. The unauthorized use of any portion of these text or graphic materials without RRM's prior written consent is expressly prohibited. @2025 RRM Design Group RRM Design Group Firm Profile 50 Years of Creating Environments People Enjoy All of us at RRM thrive on our passion for crafting enjoyable environments, a commitment that has fueled our success for fifty years. From the inception of our journey to our current state of expansion, our team of architects, landscape architects, engineers, surveyors, and planners collaborates closely with clients to shape our communities. Whether the project is public or private, commercial or residential, we excel in attentive listening, thoughtful design, and timely, budget -conscious delivery —values we've upheld since our establishment in 1974. We're doing an incredible amount of work: 2,300+ RRM projects in the last decade Our clients enjoy Our employees like their the experience of careers at RRM: working with us: Best Firm 8.5 NPS to Work for" (Overall Net 2022, 2023, 2024 Promoter Score) - Zweig Group well above AEC industry average of Z2 RRM by the Numbers 7 RRM Offices Our headquarters are located at: 3765 South Higuera St., Ste.102 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 p: (805) 543-1794 All offices: San Juan Capistrano, San Diego, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, San Leandro, and Seattle 200+ Employees in 6 Disciplines • Architects • Civil Engineers • Landscape Architects • Planners & Urban Designers • Structural Engineers • Surveyors 100 % Employee - Owned Firm RRM Design Group is a California corporation and a 100% employee -owned company (ESOP), incorporated November26, 1974 We Know Rosemead Community Benefit - Community Investment Qualification RRM Design Group qualifies under the Community Investment criteria, having satisfactorily completed work for the City of Rosemead within the past five years. RRM led the City's 2021-2029 Housing Element Update, addressing a substantial RHNA allocation of 4,612 units and navigating complex State housing legislation. In tandem, RRM prepared a Public Safety Element Update to meet the requirements of SB 379 and SB 1000 including incorporating environmental justice policies. The Housing Element* was adopted by the City Council in January 2022, demonstrating RRM's successful delivery of compliant planning documents for the City. In addition, RRM developed the Rosemead Freeway Corridor Mixed -Use Overlay Zone successfully adopted in September 2021. *See page 31 for details. RRM Design Group III Our Core Values Community Benefit - Local Engagement Qualification RRM Design Group's core values such as giving back, championing diversity and inclusion, and being stewards of the environment are deeply embedded in our company culture and daily operations. These principles naturally align with the City of Rosemead's emphasis on meaningful community benefit. Our team E is passionate about strengthening communities, making us a willing partner for City -approved initiatives like cleanup events, Earth Day tree donations, and school based programs. T We've demonstrated this commitment through efforts like Draws for a Cause, where our designers create free renderings for nonprofits, including projects for the Charles Paddock Zoo and international school programs. Our offices also host sustainability-focused events like No -Waste Earth Week, reflecting our environmental stewardship. RRM is fully prepared and enthusiastic about participating in Rosemead's local engagement activities, RRM commits the participation of two staff members during two community events i f which may include City -sponsored cleanup events, engaging in local school programs such as reading to students, and/or City Earth Day activities. Our team's volunteering will be coordinated with staff to confirm the activity is in line with the City's priorities. n 1. RRM Design Group Donation to YMCA 2. RRM Design Group Staff Food Bank Volunteering 3. RRM Design Group Beach Clean-up Volunteer Effort RRM Design Group "Web: r * Downtown Orr 1:4 �' V, 40 ► will, =4q, A Iff"411 -vlb4 AND! zi w Z" Vk rmo A— Vill joe 'Af fE wrl 2' Section One: Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update t Pictured: )wntown Vision Plan, Approach In response to the RFP published by City of Rosemead, our team presents the following approach to the preparation of a Focused General Plan Update which will incorporate the following updates to the Resource Management Element, Public Safety Element, and Circulation Element to ensure compliance with recent State legislation. The scope of work, cost proposal, and timeline included in this proposal have been prepared based on our team's professional experience on projects of similar scope and size. Our team proposes to structure the work program in five tasks which are anticipated to be completed in twelve months. For tasks that may add value to this effort but were not specifically requested in the issued RFP, our approach also identifies a series of optional subtasks for the City's consideration which are included under a sixth task. Task A: Project Initiation and Project Management. Our initial task will provide a solid foundation for the development of the Focused General Plan Update. Beginning with a kickoff meeting intended to confirm project goals, milestones, and schedule, which provides alignment and sets the tone for the project ahead. Our approach includes an early subtask for the project team to review existing documents and review current Elements for compliance with State law Senate Bill (SB) 1425, Assembly Bill (AB) 1889, AB 2684, Government Code Section 65302, subdivision (g)(3), and AB 98. Research and analysis will yield initial insights and preliminary General Plan recommendations. This task also includes ongoing project management and coordination to ensure smooth communication with City staff and effective collaboration with our team of consultants. City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Task B: Community Engagement. The proposed scope of work includes a series of community engagement activities that are intended to provide a transparent process, engage stakeholders to seek their input on these efforts, inform the public about the Focused General Plan Update through social media and the City's webpage, and obtain feedback from the community at large through an online questionnaire. At the beginning of this task, our team will confirm the community engagement program with staff to ensure the proposed activities are in line with the City's direction. Task C: Focused General Plan Update Documents. At the heart of this assignment will be the development of the multiple iterations of the updates to the Resource Management Element, Public Safety Element, and Circulation Element. Our team will build upon the review and recommendations from task A and will incorporate feedback received as part of task B. Our scope of work includes the preparation of an administrative draft, a screencheck draft, and a public review draft as part of this task. This approach allows for review and refinements to be incorporated as the draft progresses and ensures quality outcomes. Task D: CEQA Compliance. Our team believes that the Focused General Plan Update may qualify for a streamlined CEQA compliance approach. Based on our understanding of the scope of this effort, there may be opportunities to utilize a statutory or categorical exemption or tiering from the prior General Plan Environmental Impact Report. Our scope includes the preparation of a memorandum documenting how the project would qualify for an exemption pursuant to CEQA. Should the project not qualify for an exemption, our work program includes an optional task for the preparation of an Initial Study (IS) / Negative Declaration (ND) which would require an additional fee. Task E: Public Meetings and Final Document. Engaging decision makers will be a key element of the Focused General Plan Update process. Our team proposed to facilitate a study session with Planning Commission and/or City Council to introduce the efforts, which will also serve the purpose of inviting the community at large to learn about the effort and provide input as well. Our approach includes taking the Focused General Plan Updates through the public hearings process until its adoption. Lastly, our team will prepare the final General Plan Elements incorporating any minor revisions that resulted from the public hearings. Task O: Optional Tasks. Our team has developed the proposed scope of work in response to the City's RFP. As part of this proposal, we have included four optional subtasks which could be selected by staff to be incorporated into the scope of work at additional fees, the preparation of draft tailored zoning ordinance amendments to incorporate standards compliant with AB 98, tribal consultation pursuant with SB 18 and AB 52, and Circulation Element review and recommendations pursuant with SB 932. Additionally, as described above, the preparation of an Initial Study (IS) / Negative Declaration (ND), should it be deemed necessary, is included in this proposal as an optional subtask. Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline I Section 1 Scope of Services Task A - Project Initiation and Project Management Subtask A.1: Kickoff Meeting RRM Design Group will prepare for and conduct an initial kickoff meeting with City staff. This task is anticipated to be conducted as a virtual meeting and will include the following topics: • Identification of key project contacts and information exchange. • Review of project objectives, scope of work, and project timeline. • Discussion of issues to be focused on during the project. • Identification of optimal working relationship (such as turnaround times). • Review and refinement of the public outreach strategy. As a follow-up to the kickoff meeting, RRM Design Group will share a meeting summary with the project team, and a refined project schedule will address project tasks/milestones and anticipated review timelines. Deliverables: • Meeting agenda and list of data needs. • Meeting summary and refined project schedule. Subtask A.2: Review of Existing Documents and Compliance Review The purpose of this task is to provide a foundation for the updates to the General Plan and to shape recommendations to ensure compliance with recent State legislation. Under RRM's lead, Ascent and Kittelson will provide technical support in the areas of environmental planning, traffic engineering, and mobility planning. Building on our experience with previous updates to the City's General Plan, RRM will be overseeing the preparation of technical memoranda which will inform the goals, policies, programs/actions to be incorporated into the Focused General Plan Update. Resource Management Element and Public Safety Element Ascent will review the current Resource Management and Public Safety Elements to ensure compliance with State law and consistency with State law Senate Bill (SB) 1425, Assembly Bill (AB) 1889, AB 2684, and Government Code Section 65302, subdivision (g)(3). This task will include an analysis of progress toward meeting goals, policies, and programs of the current Resource Management and Public Safety Elements. After completion of the review, Ascent will prepare memoranda to include findings and a list of recommended sections and/or topics to be revised. City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update ill • Resource Management Element: Ascent will review available information to ensure compliance with SB 1425 and AB 1889. For the purposes of compliance with SB 1425 and AB 1889, Ascent will review the Resource Management Element and will identify and analyze relevant information from the California Essential Habitat Connectivity Project, State Wildlife Action Plan, Regional Advance Mitigation Plan, Areas of Conservation Emphasis, and Restoring California's Wildlife Connectivity 2022. Ascent will also identify information related to equitable access and climate resilience, incorporating relevant information from Public Safety Element, which also includes environmental justice information and policies. • Public Safety Element: Ascent will review the current Public Safety Element to determine its compliance with State law, including new extreme heat requirements under AB 2684, and provide a memorandum addressing findings, including identification of information or policy gaps, topics for policy development, and a list of potential resources/data for use in the update process. For the purposes of compliance with AB 2684, Ascent will review the current Safety Element, the City of Rosemead Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and the 2020 County of Los Angeles All -Hazards Mitigation Plan, as well as available information from the State's Extreme Heat Action Plan or other statewide sources on extreme heat identified in AB 2684 or other statewide or regional sources. Additionally, for compliance with Government Code Section 65302, subdivision (g)(3), Ascent will identify and analyze areas at risk from wildfires, including those in State Responsibility Areas (SRAs) and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones, per recent updates to Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps published by CAL FIRE in March 2025. Ascent's work will rely on the extensive data available to inform these General Plan updates. This approach provides efficiency and ensures consistency between the City and other agency documents. No new technical studies are proposed. As part of the due diligence process indicated by the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI)(formerly Office of Planning and Research (OPR)), our team recommends and can assist the City with outreach and consultation with the California Geological Survey of the Department of Conservation and the Office of Emergency Services to obtain available information to inform the Public Safety Element update. This task will rely on existing available information at the local, regional, State, and federal level relating to vulnerability and risks that climate change poses to Rosemead, preliminarily including: • City of Rosemead Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (2017) (Update in process) • Los Angeles County 2045 Climate Action Plan • Los Angeles County Vulnerability Assessment • County of Los Angeles All -Hazards Mitigation Plan (2020) • Rosemead 2030 Strategic Plan • CAL FIRE's updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps • California Adaptation Planning Guide • Internet -based Cal -Adapt Tool • California Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation resources: • General Plan Guidelines • Defining Vulnerable Communities in the Context of Climate Adaptation Ascent will review the current Resource Management and Public Safety Elements to determine compliance with State law and to ensure consistency with the 2022 Housing Element and the 2030 Strategic Plan. The Housing Element and Strategic Plan identify safety, resource management, inclusivity, and street maintenance goals that will be incorporated as part of this effort. Our work will rely on the extensive available data to inform the Resource Management and Public Safety Elements updates. This approach provides efficiency and ensures consistency between the City and other agencies' documents. No new technical studies are proposed. Circulation Element Kittelson will review the current Circulation Element to ensure compliance with State law in relation to Assembly Bill (AB) 1889 and Assembly Bill (AB) 98. In addition, General Plan Circulation Elements must constantly be reviewed to be brought to current standards for new and evolving transportation technologies and concepts such as micro -transit, e-bikes/e-scooters, delivery services, and connected/autonomous vehicles. At the same time, circulation elements must continue to plan for a complete streets network that accommodates multiple modes of travel such as transit, pedestrians, and bicycles. Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline I Section 1 Kittelson will assist the project team with bringing Rosemead's Circulation Element into compliance with these state requirements while meeting the needs of all modes and all users. AB 1889, also known as the Room to Roam Act, requires local agencies to consider and implement measures to protect wildlife connectivity as part of their General Plan. This includes the effects on highways and other transportation facilities on wildlife corridors. Kittelson will contribute to the team's AB 1889 work by reviewing the existing and proposed transportation network to determine if there are effects on wildlife movements that should be addressed through physical or programmatic measures. Per AB 1889, a General Plan must include a wildlife connectivity element or alternatively, include the related goals, policies, and actions in other elements, our team's proposed approach is to incorporate these into the Circulation Element. This will include a review of the City's arterial streets plus freeways and highways that run through Rosemead (1-10, SR-164, SR- 60) for potential effects on wildlife movements. AB 98 places new requirements on local agencies regarding warehousing/logistic uses and related truck traffic. This includes updating their General Plans to specifically include truck routes and related goals and policies. Per AB 98, truck routes should maximize the use of highways, arterial roads, major thoroughfares, and commercial streets, and avoid residential areas, schools, daycare facilities, parks, nursing homes, hospitals, and other sensitive uses. Kittelson will assist the City in its AB 98 compliance for an updated truck route map and corresponding circulation element goals, policies, and actions. Kittelson will obtain and review information that will help understand if modifications are needed to the City's truck route map. This will include information related to: • Sensitive receptors in the city • Existing and future residential, industrial, and other relevant land uses within the city • Existing and planned truck routes for other jurisdictions that connect to Rosemead's city boundaries Based on the review of this data, Kittelson will develop a draft updated truck route map. Our team will add or delete streets from the City's existing truck route map so that it fulfills AB 98 requirements by maximizing the use of arterial roadways and commercial streets and striving to avoid paths through residential areas and sensitive receptors. Kittelson will prepare a final map based on a set of consolidated comments. In addition to preparing the updated truck route map to incorporate into the circulation element, Kittelson will prepare edits and additions to the City's circulation element goals, policies, and actions to fulfill AB 98 requirements. Note that this will not include any changes to other General Plan elements, such as the Land Use Element. Deliverables: • Resource Management Element memorandum summarizing findings and recommendations, including findings and recommendations for compliance with SB 1425 and AB 1889. • -Public Safety Element memorandum summarizing findings and recommendations, including findings and recommendations for compliance with AB 2684 and Government Code Section 65302, subdivision (g)(3)• • Circulation Element memorandum summarizing findings and recommendations for compliance with AB 1889 and AB 98, including recommended updates to General Plan Circulation Element goals, policies, and actions. • Preparation of draft and final transportation network. • Preparation of draft and final truck route update memo and map. Subtask A.3: Project Management and Coordination Project management and coordination include regular communication between the project manager and the City. This task is intended to allow for necessary coordination between the project team members and City staff, including teleconferences, meetings, correspondence, record keeping, electronic file management, and additional necessary coordination. This task includes up to ten (10) progress meetings between RRM City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update ill Design Group and the City of Rosemead. These progress meetings are assumed to be virtual, and a meeting summary, including action items, will be prepared for each progress meeting. This task assumes a twelve (12) month project duration. Deliverables: I Ongoing project management and coordination. This task assumes up to ten (10) progress meetings between RRM Design Group and the City of Rosemead. Task B - Community Engagement Subtask B.1: Community Engagement Activities RRM believes in an effective community outreach program that creates confidence in the planning process, promotes broad -based understanding, and reflects the interests and needs of the community. RRM also believe that every project and every community deserve a customized approach to maximize success. As this project primarily entails focused updates to the General Plan for compliance with recent State legislation, the recommended engagement has been scaled to this effort and emphasizes an informed and transparent process, however, we look forward to further refinements in collaboration with City Staff to best meet City needs. Refined Community Engagement Program RRM will work with City staff to refine and customize an effective community engagement program, which will provide a clear strategy to educate about the planning process, build collaborative interest, and broad - based understanding to guide the development of the specific updates to the General Plan. The community engagement program will lay out a path forward for its implementation, including the planned activities, methods, timing, roles and responsibilities, potential locations, and an outline of community stakeholder groups identified. In addition to the proposed activities described below, a study session (subtask E.1) to share information and seek feedback from the community will complement engagement strategies. Deliverables: • One (1) refined community engagement program. RRM Project Pictured., Community Outreach - Santee Arts and Entertainment District, Santee, CA Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline I Section 1 Communications (Social Media/Webpage Content) RRM will develop content for a webpage to be hosted on the City of Rosemead's website. The webpage will serve as a single point of reference for information regarding the Focused General Plan Updates effort. The webpage will provide up-to-date information about the General Plan element updates, inform about upcoming and past engagement activities, and allow users to access the online questionnaire/public input gathering platform to be prepared as part of this effort. This task assumes coordination with the City staff member(s) responsible for updating the webpage on the City's website. RRM will develop social media content to update the public regarding the focused General Plan Update. Our team will develop engaging content to be shared on the City's social media accounts and build upon their existing followers to spread the message about the project. RRM will develop copy text and graphics for up to three (3) postings. Deliverables: Copy text and images to be included on the City's webpage. This assumes up to three (3) updates. Copy text and images to be posted on the City's social media channels. This assumes up to three (3) postings. Stakeholder Meetings RRM will conduct a series of stakeholder interviews and focus group/roundtable meetings to solicit input from community stakeholders. The stakeholder interviews involve a series of half-hour to one -hour confidential meetings (held via video/teleconference). The purpose, of these meetings is to provide an intimate setting for conversations with the community stakeholders identified for our team to listen to their needs, issues, and priorities as part of the specific General Plan Update. The stakeholder meetings task is a critical step in gaining a candid understanding of issues to be considered as part of the updates to the General Plan from various perspectives. RRM will collaborate with City staff to define a list of stakeholders to include as part of these meetings. We ask that City staff notify and manage the meeting invitations of the stakeholders. Deliverables: • Prepare for and attend up to eight (8) hours of virtual stakeholder interviews to be scheduled back- to- back in blocks of time to allow for effective use of time. Stakeholder meetings are assumed to be between 0.5 hours to 1.0 hours each. • One (1) summary of stakeholder meetings. Online Questionnaire In recent years, it has become evident that there is proportionately more participation when an individual can provide input on their own time and in a location that best suits their availability and needs. RRM will develop an online questionnaire of approximately 10 questions, allowing the public to submit location -based responses on a map. Our team will be able to create interactive online GIS maps that capture the responses received and sort them by topic and/or other values. The team will ensure that the online questionnaire and location -based mapping features are public -focused, have no technical jargon, and are easy to use on different devices, such as desktop, tablet, and mobile. Deliverables: IOne (1) online questionnaire and location -based mapping feature, including one round of edits. • One (1) summary of results from the online questionnaire and location -based mapping feature. City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Task C - Focused General Plan Update Documents Subtask C.1: Administrative Draft Focused General Plan Update Building upon the summary memorandum of recommended updates to the General Plan, the RRM team will develop the Administrative Draft of the Focused General Plan Update. This General Plan Update will focus on amendments to the Resource Management Element, Public Safety Element, and Circulation Element based on the recommendations developed as part of subtask A.2. The update to the Resource Management Element will include revisions addressing compliance to SB 1425 and AB 1889, in relation to wildlife habitat connectivity, equitable access and climate resilience. The update to the Public Safety Element will incorporate revisions in relation to new extreme heat requirements compliant with AB 2684 and Government Code Section 65302, subdivision (g)(3). The Circulation Element update will include revisions to address compliance with AB 1889 and AB 98, including goals, policies, and actions recommended as part of subtask A.2. The update will address wildlife habitat connectivity measures, including any relevant updates to the transportation network, as well as an updated truck route map, addressing warehousing/logistic uses and related truck traffic avoiding paths through residential areas and sensitive receptors. As part of the Administrative Draft, our team will identify any correlations between the topics addressed as part of the update with other elements such as Land Use Element and Circulation Element. Proposed updates will be shown in a track changes format to clearly distinguish between existing and revised content. Deliverables: • RRM will provide a Screencheck draft of the Focused General Plan Update. RRM requests City staff to provide one (1) consolidated, marked -up redline version, including staff comments. Subtask C.2: Screencheck Draft Focused General Plan Update Following the completion of the Administrative Draft General Plan Update and receipt of the single set of redlined comments from the City, RRM will produce a Screencheck draft. At this point, the City's comments will have been integrated, and this draft will provide an additional internal review opportunity before the Public Review Draft is developed. Deliverables: RRM will provide a Screencheck draft of the Focused General Plan Update. RRM requests City staff to provide one (1) consolidated, marked -up redline version, including staff comments. Subtask C.3: Public Review Draft Focused General Plan Update Following the completion of the Administrative Draft General Plan Update and receipt of the single set of redlined comments from the City, RRM will produce a Screencheck draft. At this point, the City's comments will have been integrated, and this draft will provide an additional internal review opportunity before the Public Review Draft is developed. Deliverables: • Public review draft of the Focused General Plan Update. This will consist of an electronic copy of the document suitable for distribution and posting on the City's website. Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline I Section 1 9 RRM Project Pictured: Los Altos Downtown Vision Plan, Los Altos, CA Task D - CEQA Compliance Subtask D.1: CEQA Exemption or Tiering Under RRM's lead, Ascent will work closely with the City to determine the most appropriate CEQA documentation for the project. Based on our current understanding of the scope of the Focused General Plan Update, our team believes there may be opportunities to streamline the environmental review either with a statutory or categorical exemption, or tiering from the prior General Plan Environmental Impact Report. For the purposes of this proposal, our team proposes to prepare a memorandum documenting how the project would qualify for a statutory or categorical exemption pursuant to CEQA. The memorandum will identify the criteria associated with the respective section(s) of the Public Resources Code and/or the CEQA Guidelines, and how the project complies with the relevant criteria. For instance, the project may qualify for a common sense exemption identified in Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, which would describe how it can be seen with certainty that the project would not have the potential to cause a significant effect on the environment. A draft memorandum would be submitted, followed by a final memorandum to address any comments/requested edits by the City. Ascent would prepare a Notice of Exemption (NOE) and file it with the County Clerk. Deliverables: • Draft and final Memorandum. • Preparation of a Notice of Exemption (NOE) and County Clerk filing. Task E - Public Meetings and Final Document Subtask E.1: Study Session and Public Hearings RRM will facilitate a study session for the team to obtain input by the Planning Commission and/or City Council, share information, solicit feedback, and cover topics such as the analysis conducted to date, a summary of community participation, and preliminary direction for the Focused General Plan Update. The study session could also serve the purpose of inviting the community at large to learn about the effort and provide input as well. The public hearings will be intended for the Focused General Plan Updates to be heard by the Planning Commission to provide a recommendation to the City Council and, ultimately, for these to be adopted by the City Council. Errata sheets may be used between public hearings to track recommended document edits and changes. Deliverables: • Prepare for and attend up to one (1) study session. • Prepare for and attend up to two (2) public hearings. IN City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update III Subtask E.2: Final Focused General Plan Update Following the action taken by the City Council, RRM will make the final edits and modifications to the Focused General Plan Update. It is assumed that one set of minor revisions will be made, incorporating both the Planning Commission recommendations and City Council action. Errata sheets may be used to discuss preferred changes between the Planning Commission and City Council hearings. Deliverables: • Final edits to the document resulting in an electronic file of the final Focused General Plan Update. Task O - Optional Subtasks Subtask 0.1: Zoning Ordinance Amendments - Logistics Requirements (AB 98 compliance) RRM will draft tailored zoning ordinance amendments to incorporate standards compliant with AB 98 which would be applicable to new or expanded logistics uses. Draft zoning standards will include requirements related to warehouse design and location, parking, truck loading bays, landscaping buffers, entry gates, and signage. The type of requirements would vary depending on the presence of sensitive receptors, the size of the project, and the existing zoning. RRM would prepare an administrative draft, screencheck draft, and public review draft of the zoning amendments. Lastly, after City Council action, RRM will prepare the final zoning amendments. Deliverables: • Administrative draft, screencheck draft, and public review draft of the zoning amendments to address AB 98 logistics requirements. • Final zoning amendments to address AB 98 logistics requirements. Subtask 0.2: Tribal Consultation (SB 18 and AB 52) The Ascent team will support the City's efforts to consult with Tribes pursuant to SB 18 (Statutes of 2004), which is required for all proposed amendments to General Plans in California. AB 52 (Statutes of 2014) is triggered by CEQA and follows a separate process from SB 18 consultation, with different timelines. AB 52 consultation is only required if a lead agency for a proposed project prepares an environmental document. If the City determines that the project is exempt, no AB 52 consultation would be required (see Task D for additional discussion on the proposed scope of work for environmental review). Ascent's cultural resources specialists will assist the City with SB 18 consultation efforts as required for a General Plan amendment; and AB 52 consultation efforts required prior to the release of the environmental document, if applicable. Because these consultation efforts have different requirements and different response timings, they should be conducted separately. During development of the City's Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements, Ascent will request a tribal contact list from the Native American Heritage Commission's (NAHC); this list will be used for both SB 18 and AB 52, unless the City has their own tribal contact list. Consultation assistance may include writing letters on the City's behalf, attending meetings, collaborating on approach to tribal communications, and guidance on mitigation measures, Any information pertaining to Native American tribal cultural resources gleaned from AB 52 consultation will be incorporated into the tribal cultural resource section of the environmental document, while input obtained under SB 18 should be incorporated into the Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements. Deliverables: • Obtain tribal contacts from NAHC. • Draft formal consultation letters to tribes. • Attend up to four (4) consultation meetings with tribes. Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline I Section 1 Subtask 0.3: Circulation Element - Active Transportation (SB 932 Compliance) As an optional subtask, Kittelson will review the current Circulation Element to ensure compliance with State law in relation to Senate Bill (SB) 932. SB 932, also known as the Plan for the Future Bill, which requires local agencies to identify high injury streets and intersections in their general plans and prioritize safety improvements to reduce traffic collisions. If the City chooses to include this optional subtask, the work described below will be conducted concurrently with subtask A.2 and will inform the updates to the Circulation Element. To assist the City in compliance, Kittelson will obtain the five most recent years of crash data from the Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS), focusing on crashes that resulted in fatalities or injuries. Using this GIS dataset, Kittelson will map the reported crashes and their associated attributes (e.g., severity, primary contributing factors) on the City's public streets. Based on the spatial network analysis, Kittelson will develop crash severity scores for intersections and roadways using the state -of -the -practice Equivalent Property Damage Only (EPDO) approach, which assigns a weight based on crash severity and its equivalent property - damage -only crash cost. This approach highlights roadway segments and intersections with both frequent and fatal/severe crashes, aligns with the methodology for HSIP grant applications, and can be repeated in future years when new data becomes available for evaluation. The high injury motor vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian networks will be mapped, and a resulting list of priority locations will be prepared based. Deliverables: • Motor vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian high injury networks map. • Priority safety intersections and roadway segments. Subtask 0.4: Initial Study/Negative Declaration Should the project not qualify for an exemption, our team would negotiate a change to the scope and budget to prepare an Initial Study (IS) with the intention of enabling the City to adopt a Negative Declaration (ND). This would involve preparation of administrative draft IS/ND using the City's preferred format, which will address all required environmental issues in Appendix G of the State CEQA Guidelines. For each environmental topic, the IS/ND will describe the environmental setting, identify applicable policies and measures from the plan that will minimize environmental impacts (i.e., "self -mitigating"), and provide an analysis of the impacts from implementation of the plan. The impact analysis will be programmatic in nature and will be largely qualitative without the application of technical analysis or modeling (i.e., air quality, noise, traffic). Should potential impacts be identified during the analysis, Ascent will work with the City to refine any policies or measures aimed to minimize environmental impacts without the need to require mitigation to the extent possible. Following the City's review of the administrative draft IS/ND, Ascent will prepare a screencheck draft IS/ ND that addresses the City's comments and includes any revisions necessary prior to completion of the public draft IS/ND. Ascent will then prepare a public draft IS/ND that addresses the City's comments on the screencheck draft. Ascent will prepare the document for public release and distribution and will prepare and file the notices. Notices will include the Notice of Intent (NOI) to Adopt a Negative Declaration, which Ascent will file electronically with the County Clerk, and the Notice of Completion (NOC) for the State Clearinghouse, which our team will post on CEQASubmit for publication on CEQANet. At the close of the public review period, Ascent will compile, review, and evaluate all comments received on the draft IS/ND and will prepare responses to the substantive environmental comments received. The responses to comments will be submitted to the City for review. Ascent will then incorporate the responses to comments along with any revisions to the IS/ND to create a final IS/ND. 12 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update III Following adoption of the ND and approval of the plan, Ascent will prepare the Notice of Determination (NOD) and file the NOD with the County Clerk, along with payment of County filing fees and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) environmental document filing fees. Ascent will also post the NOD and the final IS/ND on the State Clearinghouse CEQANet site within five days of project approval. In support of the ND preparation, Kittelson will prepare a transportation impact assessment memo, documenting the potential transportation -related impacts consistent with the CEQA Appendix G checklist. Note, it is assumed that a quantitative VMT analysis is not required and that a qualitative VMT review will suffice, since no land use changes will be proposed as part of this General Plan update. The memo will document potential transportation impacts related to: • Vehicle miles traveled • Public transit, roadway, pedestrian, and bicycle facilities • Geometric design and incompatible use hazards o Emergency access Deliverables: • Draft project description. • Draft and final transportation impact assessment memo. • Administrative draft IS/ND. • Screencheck draft IS/ND. • Public draft IS/ND, NOI, and NOC, filing of NOI with County Clerk and posting of NOI and NOC on the State Clearinghouse CEQANet, and distribution of NOI via email to public agencies. • Administrative final IS/ND, final IS/ND, and NOD. Work Program Assumptions • City Data and Materials. The City is responsible for providing relevant City data and materials necessary for RRM to conduct required analyses for the preparation of the General Plan Amendment. City resources may include native document files of existing General Plan elements, records and information from various City departments/divisions and GIS parcel data from the City or County of Los Angeles. • Meeting Notices. The City is responsible for preparation and distribution of public hearing notices. • Meeting Attendance. The project budget includes attendance at public meetings identified in the work program. The costs of additional meeting attendance would be on a time and materials basis if requested. • Draft Documents. A draft of each document will be provided to staff and revised based on a single set of consolidated City comments in redlines/track changes providing clear direction. • Printing. The project budget assumes the City will be responsible for printing and distributing documents and plans if needed. • Filing Fees. The City is responsible for any filing fees, such as the Notice of Exemption filing fee, if required. • Additional Services. Additional services beyond those identified in the scope of work will be provided at the market billing rates of the firm at the time the additional services are requested. RRM Project Pictured: Whittier Greenway Trail and Trail East, Whittier, CA Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline I Section 1 13 Project Timeline Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Project Timeline August 14, 2025 Task A: Project Initiation and Project Management Subtask A.1: Kickoff Meeting Subtask A.2: Review of Existing Documents and Compliance Review Subtask A.3: Project Management and Coordination 'Task B: Community Engagement Subtask B.1: Community Engagement Activities INN UpdateTask C: Focused General Plan Documents Subtask C.1: Administrative Draft Focused Plan Update Subtask C.2: Screencheck Draft Focused General Plan Update Subtask C.3: Public Review Draft Focused General Plan Update Task D: CEQA Compliance Subtask D.1: CEQA Exemption or Tiering PublicTask E: • Final Document Subtask E.1: Study Session and Public Hearings Subtask E.2: Final Focused General Plan Update Task • Optional SubTasks Subtask 0.1: Zoning Ordinance Amendments - Logistics Requirements (AB 98 Compliance) Subtask 0.2: Tribal Consultation (SB 18 and AB 52) Subtask0.3: Circulation Element -Active Transportation (SB 932 Compliance) Subtask 0.4: Initial Study / Negative Declaration Meeting N Deliverables Duration 14 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update (;�a ■ iQ Approach, Scope of Work, and Timeline I Section 1 b .0 Section Two: Project Team, Key Personnel, and Resumes Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update :t Pictured: 5eneral Plan/ �t Code Update and �, Azusa, CA 2 17 Assembling Our Team Hiring RRM Design Group means investing in unparalleled expertise, exceptional service, and innovative solutions tailored to your specific needs. We bring a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success, ensuring that your projects are executed with precision and efficiency. Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to delivering outstanding results, leveraging the latest technologies and best practices to drive your business forward. We pride ourselves on our customer -centric approach, building strong relationships and understanding your unique challenges to provide customized solutions that exceed expectations. By choosing us, you gain a reliable partner dedicated to your growth and success. City of Rosemead Creating iron RRM Design Group Env jements Diane Bathgate Elizabeth Ocampo Vivero Brian Hannegan /Ir'P r:INH-A Policy Planner and Project a`'LA. PL/'. Principal -in -Charge) Manager Parks, Recreation, and Principal Principal Planner Open Space Specialist Landscape Architect E t_ As a multidisciplinary firm, RRM Design Group has a variety of in-house supporting staff including Architects, Planners, Urban Designers, Engineers & Landscape Architects available to support this effort as needed. Subconsultants Ascent, Inc. go Environmental Planning and CEQA t Erik de Kok I AICP Claire Moss Environmental Technical �_ Environmental Project Director Manager Ali: IKKITTELSON Kittelson & Associates, Inc. &ASSOCIATES Traffic and Mobility IQ 4.1 Chad Beckstrom I AICP Environmental Planner/ Director Timothy Erney Transportation & Mobility i Michael Sahimi 1 AICP Transportation &Mobility Karen Phan I AICP, RSPI Transportation &Mobility Principal Planner i s Senior Planner Planner 18 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan UpdateC� Creating Environments People Enjoy Principal with 37 years of experience Education • Bachelor of Arts, Environmental Studies and Psychology, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA • Coursework, Planning Law, Environmental Design, Architecture, University of California, Irvine, CA • Graduate Studies, Public Administration, California State University, Long Beach, CA Licenses and more • Congress for the New Urbanism Accredited (CNU-A) • American Planning Association (APA), Member • American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) • Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP) Diane Bathgate I AICP, CNU-A Project Role: Principal -in -Charge With an early drive to serve both the community and the environment, Diane Bathgate embodies compassionate leadership as a Principal at RRM. Her collaborative approach to leadership and design fosters an all-inclusive space for creativity and problem -solving. Specializing in both public and private sectors, Diane offers a versatile approach to planning and design. Her experience spans land -use planning and urban design to environmental consulting and community leadership. Ultimately, her expansive knowledge and commitment to public wellbeing fuel her professional endeavors. Valuing collaboration and mutual respect, Diane is dedicated to creating projects that, not only fulfill each client's need, but benefit the greater community. Featured project experience • Alhambra General Plan Update • Anaheim City Center Corridors Vison and Specific Plan • Azusa TOD General Plan/ Development Code Update and Specific Plan • Buena Park Housing Element Update and Environmental Justice Policies • Capitola Housing Element Update • Cerritos Housing Element Update • Chino Hills Open Space Management Plan • Dana Point General Plan Update Vision and Outreach • El Monte Housing Element and Safety Element • Hawthorne Zoning Code Amendments • La Puente Housing Element Update • Long Beach General Plan Urban Design Element • Rancho Santa Margarita Housing Element Rezoning and Objective Development Standards • Rosemead Housing Element Update and Safety Element Update with Environmental Justice Policies • Torrance Housing Corridor Districts Analysis and Housing Corridor Overlay • Torrance Land Use Element and Safety Element Update • Ventura County General Plan Contract Planning • Vista Zoning Code Amendments • Yorba Linda Housing Element Implementation Program (Multi -Family Design Guidelines), Yorba Linda Project Team, Key Personnel, and Resumes I Section 2 19 Creating Environments People Enjoy Principal Planner with 17 years of experience Education • Master of City Planning, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA • Bachelor of Science, Architecture, Universidad Autdnoma de Baja California, MX Affiliations • American Planning Association (APA), Member • San Diego American Planning Association (SDAPA), Board Member, Awards Chair *Work performed prior to joining RRM Design Group Elizabeth Ocampo Vivern Project Role: Policy Planner and Project Manager Elizabeth Ocampo Vivero is a passionate urban planner with extensive experience in community planning, land use planning, and urban design. She has extensive experience in community outreach, and project management of multi -disciplinary projects. Elizabeth often works in collaboration with our landscape architecture, architecture, and civil engineering teams, to ensure project designs enhance the communities where they are proposed. Elizabeth's experience includes seven years at the City of San Diego Planning Department, where she participated in the preparation of multiple community plans and grant funded efforts. She is skilled in preparing and conducting engaging community outreach strategies for a wide range of planning efforts. Featured project experience • Agoura Village Specific Plan, Agoura Hills • Avalon Mode Shift Feasibility Study* • Cerritos Housing Element Implementation • Clairemont Mesa Community Plan, San Diego* • Culver City ADU Prototypes/ Handbook • Dana Point General Plan Outreach • Escondido ADU Prototypes/ ADU Handbook • El Segundo Downtown Specific Plan Update • Encinitas Community Park Feasibility Analysis • Fiske Family Property/Site Improvements • Goleta Objective Design Standards for Multiple Dwellings/Mixed-Use Developments • Hawthorne Zoning Code AmendmentsHuntngton Beach ADU Prototypes and Outreach • Walnut Creek ADU Prototypes and Outreach • 1029 Winecreek Ct., San Diego • 1933 Coast Boulevard, San Diego • Jurupa Valley ADU Prototypes/ Handbook • Laguna Niguel ADU Prototypes and Outreach • La Jolla Streetscape Improvement Plan, San Diego* • Long Beach ADU & S139 Local Ordinances • Mariners' Cove Redevelopment Project, San Diego* • Midway - Pacific Highway Community Plan, San Diego* • Mission Boulevard Public Spaces/Active Transportation, San Diego* • North Park Community Plan, San Diego* • Old Town San Diego Community Plan, San Diego* • Rams Hill Specific Plan Amendment, Borrego Springs* • Santee Town Center Specific Plan/Arts & Entertainment District • Rancho Del Oro Transit Oriented Development, Oceanside • Torrance Land Use Element and Safety Element Update 20 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update JJ1 Creating Environments People Enjoy - Manager of Landscape Architecture with 34 years of experience Education • Bachelor of Science, Landscape Architecture, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA Licenses and more • American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), Southern California Chapter, 2008-present • Trust for Historic Preservation, member, 2003-present • Orange County Bicycle Coalition, 2011-present • International Mountain Biking Association, 2000-present • Surfrider Foundation, 2001, present Up Next: Subconsultant Resumes Brian Hannegan i ASLA, PLA Project Role: Urban Parks, Streetscapes, and Open Space Specialist Interweaving his early love of nature and community, Brian Hannegan was led to a career in landscape architecture. With over twenty five years of experience in various architectural sectors, Brian offers an expansive view of design. Inspired by the needs of the client and community and the diverse talent of his team, Brian's excitement for creative collaboration transcends into each of his projects. From streetscapes, trails, urban greenways, and open spaces to regional parks, he brings an all -encompassing approach to design. Through collaborative participation and multidisciplinary engagement, Brian is committed to creating accessible spaces that both enhance the natural environment and benefit the vitality and health of communities. Featured project experience • 27 Acre, 11 Acre, Regency Heritage Parks, Wildomar • Agoura Village Specific Plan, Agoura Hills • Anaheim Center City Corridors Existing Conditions/Opportunities Analysis • Azusa TOD General Plan/ Development Code Update/ Specific Plan • Balboa Avenue Station Area Specific Plan, San Diego • Balboa Village Design Guidelines, Streetscape Improvement Plan/ Wayfinding Sign Program, Newport Beach • Buena Park Multi -Modal Mobility Action Plan • Calabasas General Plan Update • Carlsbad Village/Barrio Master Plan • Chula Vista Urban Core Specific Plan/Design Guidelines • Dana Point General Plan Outreach • El Corazon Community Park Master Plan, Oceanside • El Monte Downtown TOD Specific Plan • Escondido Creek Trail Expansion/ Renovation Design • Escondido Public Art Master Plan • Foothill Boulevard Master Plan for Public Improvements, Claremont • Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan/ Design Guidelines, Rialto • Fullerton Downtown Core/ Corridors Specific Plan • Huntington Beach Downtown Specific Plan • Long Beach Urban Design Element/On-Call Planning Services • Mission Boulevard Public Spaces/ Active Transportation Network (ATN), San Diego • Olympus Park Design, Encinitas • Otay River Trail Design/ Restoration, Chula Vista • Porterfield Creek Trails Open Space Preserve, Cloverdale • River Vista Access Planning/ Environmental Review, Madera • San Luis Rey River Trail Study/ Implementation, Oceanside • Stanton Livable Beach Boulevard Mobility Plan • Thousand Oaks Boulevard Specific Plan • Thousand Oaks Civic Center Master Plan Feasibility Study • Whittier Boulevard Specific Plan Improvements • Whittier Greenway Trail/Trail East • Yorba Linda Town Center Specific Plan Project Team, Key Personnel, and Resumes I Section 2 21 r Technical Director Planner with 29 years of experience Education • MS, Urban Planning, Hunter College, City University of New York • BA, Geography, Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI Licenses and more • American Institute of Certified Planners (No. 026568) • American Planning Association (APA) —member since 2013 • APA California Chapter Board of Directors, Vice President, Policy and Legislation (2023-2024) • American Society of Adaptation Professionals (ASAP) member since 2024 Erik de Kok I AICP Project Role: Environmental Technical Director Erik de Kok, AICP, brings nearly 30 years of professional planning, project management, and team leadership experience with deep expertise in general plan updates, CEQA compliance, and state planning mandates. He has prepared and implemented a variety of long-range planning projects and related programs, including community and neighborhood plans; comprehensive plans, general plans, and regional plans; and climate action, climate adaptation, and sustainability and resilience plans. He is also experienced in the performance of technical analysis, environmental document preparation, and public outreach and involvement for project compliance under CEQA and NEPA. As Ascent's Director of Interdisciplinary Planning and former Deputy Director at the Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (formerly Office of Planning and Research), he led the preparation of several planning guidance documents, technical advisories, and best practices guides for environmental justice, wildfire hazard mitigation and the wildland-urban interface, and CEQA streamlining. Featured project experience • Encinitas Resource Management Element Update • California Fire -Adapted Communities Roadmap and Dashboard Project • Fire Hazard Planning Technical Advisory • Rancho Cordova General Plan Update • Paradise Long -Term Recovery Planning: Long -Range Planning Roadmap, Butte County • Truckee 2040 General Plan Update and Downtown Specific Plan Update, Nevada County • San Francisco Community Health Risk Reduction Plan • Millbrae General Plan Update and EIR, San Mateo County • Elk Grove General Plan Update and Climate Action Plan Update, Sacramento County • Ventura County General Plan Update and EIR • Folsom General Plan Update and EIR, Sacramento County • Hayward General Plan Update and EIR, Alameda County • San Luis Obispo County General Plan Update and EIR • Sacramento 2030 General Plan and Master EIR, Sacramento County • Ben Ali and Hagginwood Strategic Neighborhood Action Plans, Sacramento County • Wildland-Urban Interface Planning Guide: Examples and Best Practices for California Communities • Plan Alignment Guides for Wildfire and Flood -After -Fire Resilience • Fire -Adapted Communities Working Group • California Adaptation Planning Guide Update • Environmental Justice (SB 1000) Guidance for General Plans • CEQA Technical Advisory on the Review of Sustainable Transportation Projects • CEQA Technical Advisory on Local Hazard Mitigation Plans and CEQA Review • Safety Element Update 22 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update III MI[A7011A Environmental and Climate Project Manager with 8 years of experience Education • Master of City Planning, Boston University • BS, Public Health, University of Massachusetts, Amherst Licenses and more • American Public Works Association (APWA) • APWA, San Diego and Imperial Counties Chapter, Sustainability Committee • APWA, San Diego and Imperial Counties Chapter, Young Professionals Committee • APWA Emerging Leaders Academy XVII • APWA Sustainability and Resiliency Committee (2020- 2024) • American Planning Association, Mentorship (2022, 2023) • Outstanding Negative Declaration or Environmental Assessment, Organic Materials Ordinance Update, Association of Environmental Professionals, 2023 Claire Moss Project Role: Environmental Project Manager Claire Moss is an environmental and sustainability professional with a demonstrated history of leading climate action and adaptation planning, with a public works and infrastructure focus including waste reduction and water conservation and quality management. She has experience in long-range and sustainability planning and public works including land use, development feasibility, ordinance updates, long-range planning, communications, and program development and management. Claire has also led the preparation and administration of several grant initiatives in the local government sector. She is fascinated by the intersection of people and the built environment and how that translates to climate adaptation. She approaches projects through a public health and equity lens, and excels in community engagement. Featured project experience • Encinitas Resource Management Element Update • San Diego County Development Feasibility Analysis • Elk Grove Climate Action Plan Update, Sacramento County • Napa County Regional Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, Napa County • San Diego County Climate Action Plan Update • San Diego County 2018 Climate Action Plan • San Diego County Sustainable Operations in Land Stewardship Program • Wakefield Hazard Mitigation Plan, Middlesex County, Massachusetts Project Team, Key Personnel, and Resumes I Section 2 23 Principal Environmental Planner with 29 years of experience Education • MURP, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona • BA, Environmental Analysis and Design, University of California, Irvine Licenses and more • American Institute of Certified Planners (No. 016758) • American Planning Association (APA) • Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP) Chad Beckstrom l AICP Project Role: Environmental Planner/Director Chad Beckstrom, AICP, is a collaborative leader with nearly 30 years of consulting experience in the planning industry covering environmental impact analysis documentation, environmental plans and programs, general plans and specific plans, constraints/opportunities studies, policy consistency reviews, project management, strategic planning, and team leadership. He is committed to exceptional client service, with a steadfast dedication to technical excellence. Chad is well known for the ability to address complex issues, deliver strategic solutions, and help our clients to communicate scientific results in an understandable way to their stakeholders and decision -makers. He provides his clients with professional advice to solve problems related to compliance with CEQA, NEPA, and other environmental regulatory requirements. Chad brings an expert understanding of how the full range of environmental laws and regulatory requirements are integrated into the CEQA/NEPA review processes, including the Clean Water Act (CWA), Clean Air Act (CAA), California Fish and Game Code, and National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). He has experience on a wide range of project types, including comprehensive plans; specific plans; residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed -use development and redevelopment; public infrastructure; renewable energy and transmission, roadway and transit projects; schools and campus plans; recreation and parks; and large-scale infrastructure projects. Featured project experience • Encinitas Resource Management Element Update • SCAG Development Streamlining Guidance • Los Angeles River Master Plan Program EIR • Port of Long Beach Port -Wide Community Impacts Study • Monrovia Nursery Specific Plan EIR • Rosedale Ranch Specific Plan Project Program EIR • Old River Ranch Specific Plan EIR • The Met at South Coast IS/MND • Yorba Linda Estates IS/MND • Arboreta William Lyons Homes Specific Plan Development EIR • The Village Santa Ana Specific Plan Supplemental EIR Peer Review • Case Road Mixed -Use Development Project Addendum • Metro East Mixed -Use Overlay/ Elan Development Supplemental EIR • Mile Square Park Master Plan EIR • Hollister Ranch Coastal Access Plan EIR • Pomona San Jose Creek Bikeway Plan IS/MND • Exposition Park Addendum to Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum Renovation Project EIR • Meadowpass Road EIR • Fire Station No. 39 EIR • White Point Park Nature Preserve EIR • Wildwood Canyon State Park Fuels Treatment Project Notice of Exemption 24 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update 011 I<FL<KITTELSON &ASSOCIATES Senior Principal with 29 years of experience Education • MCP Transportation Planning, University of California, Berkeley • MS Transportation Engineering, University of California, Berkeley • BS Mechanical Engineering, Boston University Licenses and more • American Planning Association (APA), Member • Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), Member • General and Specific Plans: Transportation Timothy Erney Project Role: Principal Transportation and Mobility Planner Tim Erney is a transportation planner with extensive experience on planning and engineering projects in California. His primary focus has been on managing analyses and documentation for conceptual/ final design projects, access and circulation studies, sustainable transportation practices, travel demand management (TDM) measures, parking evaluations, pedestrian and bicycle reviews, and data collection programs. In addition, Tim has performed detailed technical analyses of local and regional roadway facilities, including traffic forecasting, modal split analyses, traffic diversion, grade crossing studies, and operational analyses. He has experience coordinating with local and regional transportation and environmental agencies in California and has been leading the firm's efforts on the evaluation of emerging technologies, alternative evaluation metrics, and the impacts of new mobility services on land use and circulation networks. Featured project experience City of Glendale Land Use and Circulation Element Update/Transportation Impact Fee/SB 743 Implementation/Travel Demand Model Update; Glendale, CA. Kittelson is currently developing an updated circulation element for the City of Glendale and updating its citywide travel demand model. As part of this effort, Kittelson is also providing vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and transportation demand management (TDM) services. Tim is leading coordination efforts with the City as its future land use plan, future circulation plan, SB 743 guidelines, travel demand model, and VMT estimating tools have been or are being developed to ensure consistency between these multiple overlapping efforts. planningfor General and City of Montebello General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan Update, Specific Plans, including environmental documentation. EIR, and VMT Implementation; Montebello, CA. Kittelson developed the Developing policies for updated circulation element for the City of Montebello General Plan Update active transportation and as well as their Downtown Specific Plan area. Kittelson updated the mobility new mobility, engaging element's goals, policies, and a circulation network to accommodate the stakeholders, and creating City's envisioned land use and circulation buildout. The plan provides an actionable strategies. CEQA/ enhanced network of trails, enhanced pedestrian and bicycle mobility, and NEPA Transportation Elements, promotes a vibrant and walkable downtown area and near rail stations. Tim including VMT impact served as project principal and led development of the general plan update. assessments. • Environmental Impact County of Orange General Plan Update; Orange County, CA. Tim is the Reports: Manages project principal to support the General Plan Update for the County of transportation analyses for EIRs/EISs and standalone Orange. Kittelson is updating the Circulation Element of the County's General studies across diverse project Plan, plus the technical analysis to support the EIR document. The focus types. Expertise in all travel of this effort is the unincorporated areas within the County, and ensuring modes, using both qualitative/ consistency with the circulation plans for cities located next to the project quantitative methods, including area. Tim is providing oversight and quality control for the preparation of the custom trip generation rates mobility element update and transportation analysis to support the CEClA and regional travel demand review. models. Project Team, Key Personnel, and Resumes I Section 2 25 : Ak ,. 'KITTELSON LXN &ASSOCIATES Michael Sahimi I AICP Project Role: Transportation and Mobility Senior Planner Senior Planner with 10 years of experience Education • Master of Urban and Regional Planning, Transportation Policy and Planning, University of California, Los Angeles • BA, Urban Studies, University of California, Irvine • BA, Criminology, Law, and Society, University of California, Irvine Licenses and more • Certified Planner, American Institute of Certified Planners, #32066 • American Planning Association (APA), Member Michael Sahimi is a senior transportation planner with experience in active transportation and safety analysis. Michael's work has included developing citywide active transportation plans, preparing conceptual bicycle and pedestrian improvement designs, and conducting bicycle and pedestrian safety analyses. His safety work has included conducting both citywide as well as site -specific multimodal safety analyses and developing recommended improvements to reduce conflicts between bicyclists, pedestrians, and motor vehicles. He also has experience in community outreach, traffic operations, environmental analysis, circulation studies, and parking studies. Featured project experience City of Montebello General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan Updates, EIR, VMT Guidelines, and Bicycle Master Plan; Montebello, CA. Kittelson developed the updated circulation element for the City of Montebello General Plan Update and their Downtown Specific Plan area. Kittelson also updated the mobility element's goals, policies, and a circulation network to accommodate the City's envisioned land use and circulation buildout. The plan provides an enhanced network of trail and enhanced pedestrian and bicycle mobility, and promotes a vibrant and walkable downtown area and near rail stations. Michael supported the development of goals, policies, and actions for the General Plan and Downtown Specific Plan. In addition, he led the development of updates to the City's SB 743-consistent transportation analysis guidelines as well as the preparation of a citywide bicycle master plan. City of Glendale Land Use and Circulation Element Update/Transportation Impact Fee/SB 743 Implementation/Travel Demand Model Update; Glendale, CA. Kittelson is developing an updated circulation element for the City of Glendale and updating its citywide travel demand model. As part of this effort, Kittelson prepared a VMT estimating tool for the City and developed its updated SB 743-compliant transportation impact study guidelines. Michael is working with the City to draft the Circulation Element document including the vision, goals, policies, actions, and networks to accommodate safe and convenient travel through Glendale via all modes. City of Anaheim Circulation Element Update; Anaheim, CA. Kittelson prepared an update to the Circulation Element of the General Plan, which outlines the future transportation network, goals, and policies for the City for the next 10 years. For this effort, Kittelson assessed existing and future conditions, determining how new development potential (such as Disneyland Forward, OC Vibel and Big A:2050) could affect transportation conditions. From this assessment, Kittelson identified citywide roadway improvements to minimize congestion. Kittelson developed new goals and policies to plan for future mobility services, including shared -ride vehicles, micro -mobility, micro -transit, active transportation, connected/autonomous vehicles, and local transit. As deputy project manager, Michael led the preparation of public and stakeholder outreach materials, citywide LOS analysis, and multimodal goal and policy recommendations. 26 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Oil Karen Phan I AICP, RSP1 Project Role: Transportation and Mobility Planner IZA KITTELSON � &ASSOCIATES Planner with 3 years of experience Education • Master of Urban and Regional Planning, Transportation Policy and Planning, University of California, Los Angeles • 0 BA, Integrative Biology, University of California, Berkeley Licenses and more • Certified Planner, American Institute of Certified Planners, #35511 • Road Safety Professional, Level 1, #1684 • American Planning Association • Women's Transportation Seminar A California native, Karen holds a master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning from UCLA and a bachelor's degree from UC Berkeley. Karen has experience in traffic operations, multimodal transportation planning, and safety work. Karen's project experience includes traffic impact studies for residential and commercial developments, general plan updates, and complete streets projects. Prior to joining Kittelson, Karen interned at the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) in their Active Transportation department. She also previously worked as an environmental planner at a consulting firm in Orange County, where she supported renewable energy projects and prepared environmental clearances. Featured project experience City of Montebello General Plan Update, Downtown Specific Plan, Environmental Impact Report (EIR), VMT Guidelines, and Bicycle Master Plan; Montebello, CA. Kittelson developed the updated circulation element for the City of Montebello General Plan Update and their Downtown Specific Plan area. Kittelson updated the mobility element's goals, policies, and a circulation network to accommodate the City's envisioned land use and circulation buildout. The plan provides an enhanced network of trails, enhance pedestrian and bicycle mobility and promote a vibrant and walkable downtown area and near rail stations. Kittelson also prepared a citywide bicycle master plan (BMP) as part of this effort. Karen conducted the traffic operations analysis for the CEQ4 and non-CEQA environmental documentation and assisted with developing the BMP vision, goals, and recommended bicycle improvements. City of Glendale Land Use & Circulation Element Update/Transportation Impact Fee/SB 743 Implementation/Travel Demand Model Update; Glendale, CA. Kittelson is currently developing an updated circulation element for the City of Glendale and updating its citywide travel demand model. As part of this effort, Kittelson also prepared a VMT estimating tool for the City and developed its updated SB 743-compliant transportation impact study guidelines. Karen is assisting with the preparation of the updated circulation element's goals, policies, and implementation actions. City of Brea General Plan Update; Brea, CA. The Downtown Core Specific Plan addresses active transportation, complete streets, automobile and truck traffic, intersection and roadway vehicular level of service operations, and transit options for the heart of downtown Brea. It also considers transformative technologies such as transportation network companies (e.g., Uber, Lyft, Bird, Lime) and prospective integration of connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs). These advancements and shifts in transportation modes may impact parking demand for various land uses, potentially altering the need for public parking facilities and the City's parking requirements. Kittelson is preparing the Circulation Element, conducting workshops, and transportation analyses in support of the City's General Plan Update and new Downtown Core Specific Plan. Karen supported the existing conditions write-up and assisted with the citywide transportation operations analysis. Project Team, Key Personnel, and Resumes I Section 2 27 Compa Proposal for Qualifications :t Pictured: owntown Master Plan, 3 29 General Plan Elements and Implementation RRM projects featured here: Buena Park Housing Element Update and Corridors Study, Vista Zoning Code Amendments, Rosemead Freeway Mixed -Use Overlay Zone, Long Beach Noise Element and Urban Design Element, and La Puente Housing Element Update CREATING ENVIRONMENTS PEOPLE L EWNW logo Gh�ter Lt e'4�� J id�n'.e ti 4 �• •.v.nn. wrv•:.0 �.�.�m. �MK �.m wi•id: en.fmu x..� mow;_. wr. .,..e: �w ra-u..w v...w vn.ase•:. SR7B rrm I ROSEMEAD FCMUO (�^� W= SREONE: CONCEPTUAL SITE PLAN&MASSING Al NOISE element Oy d Lang Beach G�ea .Flail r„o. LONGBEACH URBAN DESIGNelement Oty d Laq Beach GeaTil. n n 30 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead focused General Plan Update III F4- I _1I�s City of Rosemead 2021-2029 Housing Element City of Rosemead Community Development Department Public Hearing Draft December2021 y .m Minaonrv: lo. Ana.ka—y 0o1, Zola) 'M+urwe.lnnn'.lun.r.ve� min mxnl Iar�. d w. envr.rcuww L9A9d nW 1uu% Ifai3a nm I aneR P✓wv.�5^n �avmmoeYs+. I� un m lafJca 15% If4lK a]% AN ah— in —1, d, Ut. pmdv--plv,mml mdnuin fa. Rvaemud rtddenn — Ed.uuvwl, H.J�b avd gvoal gemcea (ta!•,:): Almu4cmdvg (IiP/•): and Av, F+�nnainmm4 aeve+uen. Acmmmvdadm,md Fvvdg.mun (II.ffA).O.<mllemplvnnem mmbpappmmnRnlp l2per+ntfmm ? 2011.Mmu4rn�a�grnpbNnm.npmmc.d V.e vfmyinJunydudng2iaum dmPpng by NA The public Advuni..i.. vv andd Odme gemaa nnbode. bW ecullymJl,bm pmpvm Jm n4,l LRSg.:. mm�plopment (mvrt.hm lIXN.iv boo um.). Crina of mom duv 'A peRml wrz vbmmed'm Rewl Tnde (22au), and Av, Evmminmm4 Remnum, Acmmmvd.uvq and Food Seencn (—A) umgader. Over 8I percent of unploy.d rtddenn ddee m wd� oid� m.<emge mmmum of abw.22 mmum, mlgnmg Ln man ue employed ouuide of RnrtmndbmaiAm b. Avgelea Cvunry. mp r m by march: Rmemn.d me,rey win wdmlrze I.mry lwar�n�w. m..«. »m �9m 77. Rosemead Housing Element Update and Safety Element Update with Environmental Justice Policies The City of Rosemead hired RRM to complete the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update in October 2020 . The Southern California Association of Governments allocated 4,612 units for Rosemead's 6th Cycle Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) numbers. The Housing Element outlines development feasibility, policies and, strategies to accommodate those units, considering the State's ever -changing housing legislation. The Housing Element was adopted by the Rosemead City Council on January 11, 2022. Furthermore, RRM prepared a companion Public Safety Element update that included the development of environmental justice policies, for compliance with recently enacted state laws (Senate Bill 379 and Senate Bill 1000). L SYaRE ,.• �'•:: anew a%MIa1 Fla11 alap n Client & Location City of Rosemead, CA The RRM Teams Involved • Planning & Urban Design • Architecture Key Staff • Diane Bothgate Project Timeline 2020-2022 Company Qualifications I Section 3 31 ry ' Element(Update 11,111"Sal— Of the IMMdlol C11,,I-1rem 1.1 "Pollu,km Burden" the 1.11_ng iM1.1— crowIndkawn, ermn scored above the 75e pdk In at Inrt one Tomnc. s .nn (,ee 1W. In aPpemi. lining mn,useractsa Wthdrsc9res that exceed the 75^penemlle). fell s�'tF}y PM ZS Dk,d grdmlate rnner . Children, Lead Rhk from Houdrg - - — Pealed. Um ./( Toxic R.I—. rmm FadWes [recoup 5Wa Gmwdwater Thro. Haaardous W.. • Solid Wart. Slat Questions? Jif ivy �, Torrance Land Use Element, Safety Element, and Community Resources Element Update The City of Torrance has retained RRM Design Group to work on the General Plan Land Use Element & Safety Element Updates. The Land Use Element update will amend density ranges and other policies to ensure consistency with Housing Element programs and objectives. The Safety Element will be updated pursuant to Government Code Sections 65302 et seq. established by Senate Bill 379 (SB 379), to provide updated baseline information along with policies addressing natural and man-made hazards. Environmental justice goals, policies, and objectives will be incorporated into the General Plan Safety Element which will be tailored to reduce pollution exposure, improve air quality, and promote equitable public facilities, food access, safe and sanitary homes, and physical activity as established by SB 1000. The City of Torrance has augmented this effort's original contract for RRM to prepare updates to the Safety Element and Community Resources Element for compliance with recent State legislation. The update to the Resource Management Element will include revisions addressing compliance to SB 1425 and AB 1889, in relation to wildlife habitat connectivity, equitable access and climate resilience. The update to the Public Safety Element will incorporate revisions in relation to new extreme heat requirements compliant with AB 2684. An ongoing community engagement program has included the facilitation of a community workshop, pop-up outreach events, and stakeholder meetings, as well as an online questionnaire, project website, and social media posts. Project information and a questionnaire QR code were shared via the Torrance Seasons newsletter, Torrance Cable, Torrance Unified School District, Civic Center Library displays, and Torrance Transit bus stop signs. Future outreach events include a community open house. This effort is anticipated to be completed later this year. A,r.mby Bill (AB) gd 16 0016) AB 7616 a 1r she Cnas.l An w iprc he Uff—W C .W ComMsrlon aM ky to sp.tl .Hy m dv mNmnmend IwJce w . =Wng pernd, d-ldms In ,he Cmrd Zone. In mpoma the C.mNd adopted an Emlro A Jumm Porky In M19, whldi aMrms the Coud CorrvN. on a mnmltmen, w implement 1be Cmsd An Ire the 6eneB, of ill people. The polry Is des geed w adJeve mare mean ngml eisgagemmS "u table proms, and s ,,, mud prmec bench. 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Hgure 3: Recommended 5 nfeg No for Idendrylng D1.dw W.d CammanM., ::::■Q■■ ....■14: Client & Location City of Torrance, CA The RRM Teams Involved • Planning & Urban Design Key Staff • Diane Bathgate • Elizabeth Ocampo Vivero Key Features & Elements • Updating the General Plon's Land Use and Safety Element. • Ongoing community engagement program, Facilitated community workshop. Pop-up outreach events. Stakeholder meetings. Project Timeline 2024-Present 32 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update III Goals and Policies The Hwufng Jrmenl is abwl aealinea Nabk mrv�waay �NwgA I'eaidme9"�YF°wY'6buWags=femdnummgneld,hrhm4 and ¢ainme F] Almle rzddmm web .I.al F<.um,g n<.dn Thk euem !owes m gdn Nxm. and po8aw fu eaa yrmnelm la8va'd by a god _mini and pa1-1. g .. the RESINKM NEIGHBORHOODS NelghFmM1ma arz IFe IwdammW Waddg Nor. m Fd Almle and IM1emwmn tkmme.«olquahryolxfe El AlmlemnaW ammak old. mapemhimlW nelghbvhmi=,erh dminguW tq'luown Mnmy, mFneewt dmdry, M1wdnB ryM N polema, and erzn mN iMt IFe NmrmdU�uTke ndghMhwd mmnpm.m med.bd of NJ M1lmle Th4 nlgM1bahod k durmmaed q' enaNkM1d mgk. lonely M1mm auhmN 6I. lwlml raL li umlaou IM1e Nudes HareaeaL ad N) —e M doing fFe 19_'N as pan of m epummW kd:N ln8u^ InLmduil dmp la< w>n ndehbuFmd k dWdryiad by bs equeadm ma ag<MJlud M1uvage. Almy of the angM(anNY boon dlamn to dwa+rz aux uvd fin equntrW ryT u. Mmy of the maeu N iAe nmhem hnpmrd weA ddewd4 rcReeing IM1e mine rvd nvurz maFwmyollh<naghMAmd. Id--, k Maus , Jae .. Hmda RNar, El —, Akpwt kdlm m Ade ®nr ra dw ag<ivxaval manna¢ n<am v�xase Today k dmkgoWd ly a mull vnlfmm luh trdn{md angle. lamuy hm.¢ and dmmnwe dml< mmuy'. The Imdu A<dm VilkB aem abo mmnpnw< IAe GlburAlalpm neIgM1MM1oM looud neu Ne minxdlm d BJdwdn Avmu a and 4'aNeY Bm Mad. Thk MgAMhood aim vmmw a mla of amdk-lamlly and mu h tyM ® ee.d.omlm, I amiF�� am.maemyamr El Monte Housing Element Update and Safety Element Update The City of El Monte is home to a large culturally and ethically mixed community located in the center of the San Gabriel Valley. RRM was retained to update the city's 2021-2029 Housing Element to identify and address the resource and housing needs of all residents as well as ensure compliance with state housing requirements, including satisfying an RHNA allocation of 8,502 units in one of the densest cities in the region. The effort focused on programs to significantly expand housing opportunities and affirmatively further fair housing to address issues such as overpayment, overcrowding, concentrations of poverty, and housing discrimination in a city that consist of 66% Hispanic/Latino residents and 29%Asian residents. The Housing Element included policies, programs, and strategies to accommodate the RHNA, including the creation of new Urban Housing and Flex Housing Zones, allowing by -right approval of multiple -family residential projects up to 50 units/acre with reduced parking and open space requirements and increased floor area standards; establishment of several new residential and mixed -use specific plans along major corridors in the city; adoption of an Inclusionary Housing Ordinance with incentives to encourage the on -site construction of affordable housing units at various income levels; and re-establishing "One Stop Housing Clinics" with the Housing Rights Center (HRC) to continue to provide multilingual fair housing resources for residents, apartment owners and property managers. A companion effort included updating the Public Health and Safety Element for compliance with recent state legislation, including SB 379. RRM and city staff conducted public outreach with residents, stakeholders, service providers, and decision -makers using various tools to reach a broad spectrum of the community including virtual and in -person workshops where Spanish and Mandarin interpretation was provided, surveys/polls, study sessions, and ad hoc committee meetings. The City Council unanimously adopted the 2021- 2029 Housing Element on February 1, 2022. Houn'¢ Hamg Roam 1 al lhb dwwnm\ mW fin IAe Garvey sine Gmdm \o h eayndd to ydude IF< N.Pomu Arm gM1e m of f'wxy Avmot Vallry NwM+1 FlwnmN \'Im Nod aM CuBnTN RodlaM mleWgd la pmnx udm hwuwg a eddmmmymdd Inhll t4�elolui.nl Th<Ctly a10 Al min eemgnka Iles hm W y pmdueim <m ako wve Mu gmk Ndu a de Ih pM1l�id hnrmmw¢ of ndghboamda. 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Amclee-Lag Bmch�Avabrim hlNopvliW Mu relin .1 ed ih Wel Duy w mmeme in,ha M1owehnld lud e<peimwd i lm vfwplgmm ircave Canpuwrcry lmlu ibvwd Ww u e wdnle 31 perm (l i N f. idWu in Ik US repvnd IN1 Dhp or mmmrc b Ihrir h9u+eMld hN lae n rm, mmmed.p1nymm income aaim ue <me liw Period Buena Park Housing Element Update and Environmental Justice Policies Buena Park, home to the country's first theme park, Knott's Berry Farm and Orange County's first regional mall, Buena Park Mall, is a built -out community of 10 square miles that consist primarily of low -profile single- and multi- family residences. Buena Park received a challenging RHNA allocation of 8,919 units for the 2021-2029 Housing Element, which was 26 times higher than the City's previous allocation in this largely built -out community. The City selected RRM to complete its Housing Element update, which included an assessment of housing needs; analysis of government and market constraints; identification of housing resources and over 400 possible sites for housing development; evaluation of existing housing programs; and updates to housing goals, policies, programs; and quantified objectives updates. The housing element update process included a robust public outreach program with several in -person and virtual community workshops featuring Korean and Spanish interpretation, interviews with stakeholders, service providers, and decision -makers, and multi-lingual surveys and polls to prepare the housing element update. Based on input from the community, the Housing Element outlined development feasibility, policies, and strategies to accommodate the RHNA allocation, including increasing density up to 100 units per acre in specific locations, expanding housing opportunities through hotel conversions and on religious and fraternal sites, facilitating ADU construction via pre -approved plans for streamlined approval, and creating new mixed -use zoning overlays with incentives to develop units for extremely low -and very low-income households. RRM also developed environmental justice policies for the City's new Environment Justice Element of their General Plan, in compliance with state law (Senate Bill 1000). On January 25, 2022, the City Council unanimously adopted the 2021-2029 Housing Element. 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Hwwvv Flemu eW ude sine Client & Location City of Buena Park, CA The RRM Teams Involved Planning & Urban Design Key Staff - Diane Bathgote Project Timeline Adopted in 2022 34 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Ill URBAN 4 __ GO AHEAD DESIGNelement SET SOME GOALS rnyot e genera> IR DID AM [� — eppl, .111 n the - - - long Beach a gu, to ens.re theirap� re. --.—�-mm ¢Ilea high-q. hty design. and ennch r Wh the(euse «eled within a sidlk « a the st qt eliva nd Innovative solutions ereewaa .raged to 6h the Wrest cape. +� s Y ape a pedestrian e"imment Thal meatsnthasa goals. review, special studies, peer reviews, and other similar tasks. As part of this contract, RRM has provided a significant amount of support to the General Plan Update process including, preparing the Urban Design Element and Noise Element, assisting with graphics and peer review of the Land Use Element, and facilitating an extensive multi-lingual outreach effort including surveys, pop-up events, traditional workshops, and informational campaigns to ensure community -driven elements. The Urban Design Element outlines strategies and policies intended for long-term effects of incorporating sustainable design practices, promotion of health and wellness opportunities, appropriate transitions for infill development, protection of the existing neighborhood character, and creation of vibrant and active public spaces into development decisions. RRM also served as part of the Long Beach Housing Element Update team, including Veronica Tam and Associates. Additionally, RRM developed a Parklet and Outdoor Dining Handbook, providing design guidelines and development standards to enhance the public realm with vibrant outdoor spaces that activate the street, foster social interaction, and improve pedestrian activity adjacent to businesses. Most recently, RRM has completed an update to the Subdivision Ordinance and is currently working on updating the City's ADU Ordinance and Enhanced Density Bonus Program. • Architecture • Landscape Architecture Key Staff • Diane Bathgote • Elizabeth Ocampo Vivero Key Features & Elements • Urban Design Element j Community Engagement for General Plan Update Noise Element • Parklets and Sidewalk Dining Guide • Subdivision ordinance Update • Drive-Thru Facilities Guide • ADU and S89 Local Ordinances Project Timeline 2015-Present Company Qualifications I Section 3 35 Alhambra General Plan Update In collaboration with Rincon Consultants, the City of Alhambra retained RRM Design Group to prepare the community's comprehensive 2015 General Plan Update. RRM provided land use/urban design services, community engagement, and meeting facilitation. As part of the community outreach strategy, RRM led the effort to educate, inform and promote interaction and dialogue throughout the project process in this diverse community. RRM devised an outreach campaign that improved citizen participation, including public workshops, commission work sessions, stakeholder interviews, young professional sessions, pop-up events, project website support, a custom community survey and press releases. After gaining consensus on the update's general direction, RRM guided the urban design effort by providing vision concepts for focus areas of change and architectural and urban design guidelines to illustrate concepts to town citizens. RRM drafted the community design components of the Land Use Element and supported policy development for recreation, open spaces, mobility and public realm improvements. 11111111111V 1 u General Plan Update Vision 2035- A Community Mosaic Client & Location: City of Alhombro, CA The RRM Teams Involved • Planning • Landscape Architecture • Architecture • Architectural Visual Simulations • Branding and Identity Key Staff • Diane Bathgote Project Timeline 2020-2025 36 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update III Cerritos Housing Element The City of Cerritos hired RRM to complete their 2021-2029 Housing Element Update. SCAG assigned the City a Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocation of 1,908 units. The 2021-2029 Housing Element features programs and strategies to accommodate the units, including the development of government -owned property for lower -income housing and the redevelopment of the former Sears site at the Cerritos Town Center into a 100% residential project, among others. The Housing Element team held several community outreach events, including an in -person community workshop, stakeholder interviews, an online housing needs survey, and multiple study sessions with City decision -makers. Additionally, in collaboration with City staff, we also developed conceptual site plans and architectural renderings to show how selected sites could be developed to accommodate the capacity assumptions made in the housing element. The Cerritos City Council unanimously adopted the Housing Element on January 27, 2022. As a follow up implementation project, the City engaged RRM to prepare Area Development Plans for the rezoning three sites to support RHNA implementation, currently underway. Client & Location City of Cerritos, CA The RRM Teams Involved • Planning & Urban Design • Architecture Key Staff • Diane Bothgate • Elizabeth Ocampo Vivero Key Features & Elements • Housing Element Update • Community Outreach • Conceptual Site Plans • Architectural Renderings Project Timeline 2021-2022 Company Qualifications I Section 3 37 ILA t 4 1 N 'aryNe..xv .c.ur,vwe v • ..N..w� �t.v...�v,..awv.•,. e,v,.muur..n OYP+e.,hlMu Or.n Sp.e. Dana Point General Plan Update Visioning Phase RRM Design Group was retained by the City of Dana Point to conduct the visioning phase of the General Plan Update. The intent of this effort was to capture the community's collective vision and thoughts to develop a framework to guide the future of Dana Point. RRM Design Group conducted a robust community -based participatory process, resulting in over 8,000 data points gathered. The resulting visioning framework will guide the policies, procedures, and priorities of the next version of Dana Point's General Plan. Accessible and meaningful communication tools and in -person and virtual engagement activities were utilized to reach a wide range of community members to understand their needs, interests, and priorities. Information was collected digitally and through in -person conversations including engaging pop-up outreach conducted at well -attended events, a community workshop that included multiple interactive stations, and a multi -faceted project website that hosted a suite of virtual education and feedback tools (questionnaire and interactive map), among other events and techniques. Client & Location City of Dana Point, CA The RRM Teams Involved • Planning & Urban Design • Landscape Architecture Key Staff • Diane Bathgate • Elizabeth Ocampo Vivero • Brian Hannegan Key Features & Elements • 8,000 Data Points Gathered • In -Person and Virtual Engagement • Multiple Events • Website • Questionnaire • Interactive Map Project Timeline 2022-2024 38 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update A Fresh Take On Community Engagement Communication in our modern era has become increasingly distant, making effective and thorough engagement with communities and stakeholders more challenging. Our team utilizes a variety of methods to engage participants of diverse backgrounds, education levels, and abilities with a cross -platform approach that gives agencies the ability to listen, offer remote participation, and collect feedback from all voices in the community. Bringing people together for a conversation: Utilizing in -person and virtual platforms, we will help you engage with a broad cross- section of stakeholders •Project committee & key stakeholder interviews •Community workshops • Public hearings *Open houses Reaching communities where they already are We will help increase participation by meeting your community where they already are, utilizing modern communication methods as well as more traditional approaches • Project website & branding •Social media advertising • Newsletters & e-blasts •Mailers, flyers, & business cards •Community ambassadors • Pop-up engagement booths •Walking tours •Student involvement Formal Outreach Methods & Processes We will promote a smooth public review and adoption process through continual check -ins with decision -makers throughout the project Expand possibilities with digital tools We will help you engage with key demographics in a remote way •Virtual meetings & webinars • Real time & static surveys •360 video site tours •White -boarding & brainstorming tools • QR codes Company Qualifications I Section 3 39 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Services RRM Design Group's Landscape Architects and Engineers have been delivering high -quality park and open space projects throughout California for over thirty years. In the past five years, our team has led community outreach efforts and developed master plans for numerous parks across cities near Rosemead and throughout the surrounding region, including La Mirada, Downey, Glendale, Anaheim, Riverside, Encinitas, Whittier, Anaheim, and Wildomar. Our experience working with a diverse range of agencies has equipped us with a strong understanding of the integration of open space planning within broader municipal frameworks, making us well -prepared to support the City of Rosemead in updating its Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements in accordance with recent State legislation. Featured Projects in the Rosemead Surrounding Area: N City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Folsom River District Vision Plan I City of Folsom, CA The River District encompasses a visually stunning, six -mile -long stretch of the American River adjacent to the City of Folsom. It meanders past the highly visited historic district, the famous Folsom Prison, and hundreds of acres of State Park land. The Vision Plan, prepared by RRM and adopted in 2024, includes environmental analysis, economic feasibility studies, and design concepts for several key opportunity sites featuring parks, mixed -use developments, and trails. To engage stakeholders and community members across such a large area, RRM utilized an online platform Social Pinpoint that enabled users to geo-reference their input and comments on various topics and areas of interest from the convenience of their homes. Hundreds of data inputs were then filtered and used to inform the final design, ensuring a transparent, community -driven plan. The heat map (1) shows the intensity of community interest across the entire project area at a glance and comments are pinned to the location they relate to, and are color -coded in pre -determined categories (2). Up Next: Subconsultant Project Experience Company Qualifications I Section 3 C! Rancho Cordova General Plan Update Ascent is leading a comprehensive General Plan Update for the City of Rancho Cordova. The project includes a new vision and guiding principles, development of land use alternatives, a new Environmental Justice element, policy development, an action -oriented implementation plan, and a comprehensive community engagement and outreach program that will inform each stage of the process. Ascent and the City launched the 2050 General Plan Update with a community workshop that drew more than 100 residents eager to share their vision for Rancho Cordova in 2050. Ongoing engagement activities include pop-up events, Environmental Justice focus group discussions, and online engagement on a Social Pinpoint site. As part of the outreach plan, the Ascent team also developed and launched an interactive project website (www.yourcityrc2050.org), which facilitated broad community participation by providing a platform for continuous input and feedback throughout the duration of the project. Client & Location City of Rancho Cordova, Sacramento County, CA Teams Involved • Urban Design & Planning • Environmental Practice Group Key Staff • Erik DeKok Key Features and Elements • Comprehensive General Plan Update • New Safety Element • New Environmental Justice Element • Climate Adaptation and Hazard Mitigation Policies • Disadvantaged Community Analysis • Environmental Justice Goals and Policies • Updated Land Use and circulation Elements • Community Outreach and Stakeholder Engagement • CEQA Compliance and Environmental Analysis Project Tlmeline 2024 - Ongoing 42 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Oil Management Ascent is assisting the City of Encinitas with a focused update to its General Plan Resource Management Element to meet the new legislative requirements of SB 1425 (equitable access, rewilding, climate resilience) and AB 1889 (habitat connectivity). The Resource Management Element encompasses the City's open space and conservation elements, and this effort ensures compliance ahead of the January 2026 deadline. Ascent coordinated with City staff to analyze existing conditions and identify key issues and opportunities on the topics of equitable access to open space, climate resilience, rewilding, and habitat connectivity. These analyses, outreach and engagement with the community, and tribal coordination inform the actionable policy amendments. Ascent's Conservation, Open Space, and Recreation Planning team is guiding analysis of existing conditions and development of draft policies. The Natural Resources team is supporting habitat management and connectivity analysis to inform rewilding strategies. Climate resilience and consistency with the City's Safety Element and upcoming Climate Action Plan are being addressed by Ascent's Climate Action and Adaptation Planning team. The Urban Design & Planning team is supporting equitable access analysis, while the Environmental Practice Group will prepare CEQA documentation for the update. Teams Involved • Open Space, and Recreation Planning • Climate Action and Adaptation Planning • Natural Resources • Urban Design & Planning • Environmental Practice Group Key Staff • Erik DeKok • Claire Moss Key Features and Elements • Compliance with SB 1425 and AB 1889 • Habitat Connectivity Analysis • Equitable Access to Open Space • Rewilding Policy Development • Climate Resilience Integration • Consistency with Safety Element (SB 379) • CEQA Documentation • Interdisciplinary Planning Team • focused Policy Amendments • Coordination with Upcoming Climate Action Plan • Environmental Justice and Underserved Communities Analysis Project Timeline 202S - Ongoing Company Qualifications I Section 3 43 Project Experience I Kittleson & Associates, Inc. 17A KITTELSON K & ASSOCIATES Client & Location City of Montebello, CA Key Staff • Karen Phan • Tim Erney • Michael sahimi Project Timeline February 2020- May 2024 City of Montebello General Plan Update, Downtown Specific Plan, Environmental Impact Report (EIR), VMT Guidelines, and Bicycle Master Plan Kittelson led the development of the updated City of Montebello General Plan Mobility Element as part of the overall General Plan update and supported the development of the City's Downtown Specific Plan. Key topics included improving bicycle and pedestrian access and connectivity in the city's downtown area and connecting to future stations along the planned Gold Line light rail extension. Kittelson's tasks included assessing existing multimodal transportation conditions and opportunities for private vehicles, bicyclists, pedestrians, transit users, and other modes, and developing mobility element goals, policies, and implementation actions. As part of this effort, Kittelson hosted a series of workshops and charettes to inform the public and stakeholders on key transportation issues and solicited feedback on opportunities to improve the multimodal circulation network. A series of conceptual cross -sections and road diets were incorporated into the downtown area to promote accessibility and better integration of land uses to meet the mobility needs of all users. To support the general plan update process, Kittelson prepared a transportation analysis report that included both CEQA analysis (based on VMT and other CEQA criteria) and a non-CEQA analysis of intersections and roadway segments in the city. Simultaneously with this effort, Kittelson assisted the City with preparing its SB 743-consistent transportation impact study guidelines. The guidelines included requirements for both CEQA transportation impact analysis and non-CEQA transportation assessments. As part of this effort, Kittelson reviewed recommendations for the city developed by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCCG) and provided a final set of recommendations for VMT metrics, significance thresholds, and screening criteria. Kittelson also developed recommendations for traffic operations and other non-CEQA analysis and developed the final guidelines. As a part of this effort, Kittelson worked with the City to develop its first Bicycle Master Plan (BMP), including infrastructure and programmatic recommendations, which will guide the expansion of bicycle infrastructure that meets the needs of the community and promotes a safer environment for people to bike. The plan's goals are to improve bicycling connectivity, access to transit, and safety for all users. Community outreach included bilingual outreach materials, public workshops, an online survey, and outreach at the City's Downtown Street Fest event. 44 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update s:I 4 C ORANGE WAY City of Fontana Downtown Core Project Client & Location City of Fontana, CA Key Staff • Karen Phan • Tim Erney • Michael Sahimi Project Timeline September 2020-August 2023 Kittelson developed a circulation plan with substantial modifications to the downtown area and prepared a transportation analysis for the proposed Downtown Core Project. The downtown area includes the Fontana Metrolink Station and City Hall. The project consists of transit -oriented development and changes to parking and an enhanced bike and pedestrian network to invigorate redevelopment and encourage a mixed -use environment. Several concepts were considered including roundabouts at key intersections, angled and parallel parking configurations, and several bike and transit facility configurations. A key element of the plan is ensuring that bus operations to and from the transit center are not affected by local circulation network changes, and that the surrounding roadways can accommodate the anticipated increase in pedestrians and bicyclists. As such, Kittelson prepared conceptual design plans that clearly illustrated potential solutions and confirmed that they could fit within the current rights -of -way. In addition, Kittelson conducted extensive data collection, including daily and peak hour multimodal counts to confirm current activity levels, utilized the regional travel demand model to estimate future growth in activity, and conducted roadway and intersection operations analyses to identify secondary effects to the roadway network. ®®®©• Client &Location �`,/���• .�^.... ���a z City of Glendale, CA ��-=� • . ` — Key Staff �� E ,d �� Karen Phan . Tim Erney w � �, � J . !� �_' i� Michael Sahlmi ! ,�� n — _ Project Timeline September 2019—Ongoing City of Glendale Land Use and Circulation Element Update/ Transportation Impact Fee/SB 743 Implementation/Travel Demand Model Update Kittelson is developing the updated Mobility Element for the City of Glendale. The mobility element is focusing on improving access and circulation throughout the city, including developing first -/last -mile solutions, enhancing access to transit, and establishing parking management programs. A key element of this task is weaving together the multiple large-scale projects currently ongoing throughout the city, including the LA Metro North Hollywood/ Pasadena BRT. Kittelson is working with internal and external stakeholders to determine the common goals and objectives of these efforts and use this information to develop overarching mobility themes, including an emphasis on walking and biking. In addition to updating the Mobility Element, Kittelson is assisting the City with the following: • Updated SB 743-Consistent Transportation Analysis Guidelines • Online Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Estimating Tool • Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Research • VMT Case Studies • Citywide Travel Demand Model Update and VMT Validation Company Qualifications I Section 3 45 RW RRM Project Pictured: Alhambra General Plan Update, Alhambra, CA Section Four: References Proposal For Rosemead Focused General Plan Update RRM References Vanessa Reynoso Deputy Director Community Development Contact: (626)-570-5033 1 www.cityofalhambra.org Client: City of Alhambra 111 S. First St., Alhambra, CA 91801 Kristin Aguila Community Development Director Contact: (562) 860-0311 1 kaguila@cerritos.us Client: City of Cerritos 18125 Bloomfield Ave, Cerritos, CA 90703 Carolyn Chun Senior Planning Associate Contact: (310) 618-5990 1 CChun@TorranceCA.Gov Client: City of Torrance 3031 Torrance Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90503 Subconsultant References Ascent, Inc. Darcy Goulart Community Development Director Contact: (916) 851-8784/(916)-208-6193 1 dgoulart@ CityofRanchoCordova.org Client: City of Rancho Cordova 2729 Prospect Park Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 Patty Anders Planning Manager Contact: (760) 633-2721 1 panders@encinitasca.gov Client: City of Encinitas Development Service 505 S. Vulcan Ave. Encinitas, CA 92024 Kittleson & Associates, Inc. Joseph Palombi Director of Planning & Community Development Contact: (323)-887-1200 1 jpalombi@cityofmontebello.com Client: City of Montebello 1600 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640 Fred Zohrehvand Senior Transportation Planner Contact: (818)-937-8333 1 fzohrehvand@GlendaleCa.gov Client: City of Glendale 633 E Broadway, Rm 300, Glendale, CA 91206 Alejandro Rico Associate Planner Contact: (909)-350-6558 1 ARico@fontanaca.gov Client: City of Fontana 8353 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, California 92335 References I Section 4 47 American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), California Southern Chapter, a, 2010 u�t �y, r J'• 5i 4-1. _ APO .�T ,fit ..• -'' ;� r'. ,► or- i r . r p a� j• YT. A 'Ale- Exceptions and Acceptions to the Contract Agreement RRM Design Group is in substantial agreement with the City's Agreement for Professional Services Agreement sample. However, there is some language we believe would be of mutual benefit to discuss. Please see below for a description of the proposed changes. As part of our due diligence effort in preparing a responsive qualifications package, we reached out to our insurance provider to review the City's Professional Services Agreement for compliance with Civil Code Section 2782.8 as amended by SB 496. The amended Civil Code went into effect January 1, 2018 and limits the cost of defense charged to the design professional to an amount not to exceed the design professional's proportionate percentage of fault after a ruling of fault is determined. Providing defense for claims and allegations, sometimes referred to as "dollar one" defense, is no longer enforceable due to the passage of SB 496. The following proposed changes bring the City's indemnification clause into compliance with the amended Civil Code. In addition, related clarifications are provided regarding insurance provisions. Professional Services Agreement 3.5.6 Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted bylaw, Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, but only to the extent actually caused by the negligent acts, omissions or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, agents, consultants and contractors arising out of or in connection with the performance of the Services, the Project or this Agreement, including vvithOdt lifflittl the payment of a!' eonseeltienti- daniages ai-rd attorneys fees and other tested reasonable legal costs and expenses. Consultant shall defend, at Consultant's own cost, expense and risk, any and all such aforesaid suits, actions or other legal proceedings of eveiq-kin-d that may be brought or instituted against City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers. In no event shall the cost to defend charged to the Consultant exceed the consultant's proportionate percentage of liability. Consultant shall pay and satisfy any judgment, award or decree that may be rendered against City or its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers, in any such suit, action or other legal proceeding. Consultant shall reimburse City and its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents and/or volunteers, for any and all legal expenses and costs incurred by each of them in connection therewith or in enforcing the indemnity herein provided. Consultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the City, its directors, officials officers, employees, agents or volunteers. Exhibit B Insurance Requirements Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions Insurance as appropriate shall be written on policy form coverage specifically designed to protect against acts, errors or omissions of the Consultant and "Covered Professional Services" as designated in the policy must specifically include work performed under this agreement. The policy limit shall be no less than $2,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. The policy must "pay on behalf of" the insured . The policy retroactive date shall be on or before the effective date of this agreement. 9. It is acknowledged by the parties of this agreement that all insurance providing Additional Insured coverage required to be provided by Consultant or any subcontractor, is intended to apply first and on a primary, noncontributing basis in relation to any other insurance or self-insurance available to City. 50 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Addenda Acknowledgment RRM Design Group hereby acknowledges receipt and review of all addenda issued by the City related to this Request for Proposal, including Q&A Set 1 Responses Issued 8/07/2025 and Q&A Set 2 Responses Issued 8/13/2025. Q&A Set 2 Responses Issued 8/13/2025: MAYOR: s E M City of Rosemead MARGARET CLARK o e G MAYOR PRO TEM: SANDRA ARMENTA 3838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD COUNCIL MEMBERS: � } RO TELEPHONE CALIFORNIA 9-2 91770 SEAN DANG PoL,Y Low MOwnop.,e� •6� FAX (626) 569-2303 STEVEN LY REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) NO.2025-16 CITY OF ROSEMEAD — FOCUSED GENERAL PLAN UPDATE QUESTIONS AND RESPONSES ISSUED AUGUST 7, 2025 1. Question: What is the anticipated project schedule for the project and does the city plan on doing 2 phases with the different state law compliance deadlines? Response: The project will not be phased and shall be completed before January 1, 2028. The City would prefer the project to be completed as soon as possible. 2. Is the project being funded through a grant or the City's general fund? (if general fund, does the City have an ideal budget in mind to complete the scope of services) Response: The project will be funded through the City's general fund and approximately $300,000 has allocated. 3. Does the City anticipate any community engagement as part of these General Plan updates? If so, what types of engagement activities are expected, and how many would you like to see included? Responses: Community Engagement is anticipated. The City will be posting updates on our City website in addition to our social media platforms (Instagram, X, and Facebook). All community engagement and noticing will comply with standards set forth by State law or as recommended by the consultants. 4. What is the City's anticipated timeline for the focused General Plan Update? Responses: The project shall be completed before January 1, 2028. The City would prefer the project to be completed as soon as possible. 5. What is the City's target budget for the focused General Plan Update? Is any part of the budget, or its entirety, grant funded? Response: The project will be funded through the City's general fund and approximately $300,000 has allocated. 52 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update If 6. What type of outreach activities/events does the City anticipate as part of the public outreach process for the General Plan Update? How many activities/events are anticipated? Response: Community Engagement is anticipated. The City will be posting updates on our City website in addition to our social media platforms (Instagram, X, and Facebook). All community engagement and noticing will comply with standards set forth by State law or as recommended by the consultants. 7. Because the City of Rosemead includes disadvantaged communities and is updating multiple General Plan elements, state law requires that environmental justice (EJ) be addressed; would the City prefer to include a standalone Environmental Justice Element or integrate EJ analysis and policies into the Resource Management, Circulation, and Safety Elements? Response: On January 11, 2022, the Public Safety Element was amended in compliance with recent state legislation related to safety elements, including Senate Bill (SB 379) which requires general plan safety elements to be revised and updated to include climate adaptation and resiliency strategies at the time of the next general plan revision. In addition, environmental justice policies have been added to the General Plan and are located within the Public Safety Element update, located here: https://cdnsm5- hosted.civiclive.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server 10034989/File/Gov/City%2ODepartments /Community%20Development/PlamungLRosemead%2OPublic%2OSafgiy%20EIement%2 OADOPTED%201-11-21.pdf 8. What level of community engagement does the City expect for this focused General Plan Update of the Resource Management, Circulation, and Safety Elements? Response: Community Engagement is anticipated. The City will be posting updates on our City website in addition to our social media platforms (Instagram, X, and Facebook). All community engagement and noticing will comply with standards set forth by State law or as recommended by the consultants. 9. When is the City's update to the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan expected to be completed, and will it be available during the Safety Element update process? Response: The City's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan was approved on November 13, 2024. The approval is for a period of five years and is valid until November 13, 2029. The Local Hazard Mitigation Plan will be available during the Safety Element update process. Q&A Set 2 Responses Issued 8/13/2025: Set 2 Released via Email 08/13/202512:42 PM (PDT) —1 question 2.1 Section 7 of the Proposal Submittal Format for RFP No. 2025-16, states that, "Consultant must provide a fixed fee for each item listed on the City provided Cost Proposal forms" 8/14/25, 2:41 PM Q&Afor Focused General Plan Update Answer The City would like to clarify that there are no City provided forms included in the RFP or Planetbids website. Instead, consultants are encouraged to provide their own fee schedule depicting costs and hourly rates as applicable. Addenda Acknowledgment I Section 6 53 0 • Class 1 multi use Trails • New corridor landscape • Pollinator gardens • Safety and accessibility Improvements 2,r�=`? F3.. ♦ • 3 - - . � � �� _ ate_ � VOL all Section Seven: Proposal Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update RRM Project Pictured: Escondido Creek Trail Expansion and Renovation Design, Escondido, CA 55 Cost Proposal Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Cost Proposal August 14, 2025 Task A Value: $ 95,876 Task B Value: $ 34,541 Diane Bathgate Principal -in -Charge 260 $ per hour "4$ 36 $9,360 FEE UpdateTask C: Focused General Plan Documents TYPE CA Administrative Draft Focused General Plan Update T&M/NTE $ 41,493 1 16 $4,160 C.2 Screencheck Draft Focused General Plan Update T&M/NTE Is 17,152 8 $2,080 C.3 Public Review Draft Focused General Plan Update T&M/NTE $ 9,096 6 $1,560 Task C Value: $ 67,741 Task D Value: S 7.568 30 $7,800 2 $520 Task E Value: S 35.957 Task • Optional 0.1 Zoning Ordinance Update - Logistics Requirements (AB 98 Compliance) TYPE T&M/NTE $ 12,208 6 $1,560 0.2 Tribal Consultation (SB 18 and AB 52) T&M/NTE $ 4,598 0 $0 0.3 Circulation Element - Active Transportation (SB 932 Compliance) T&M/NTE $ 16,874 0 $0 0.4 Initial Study/Negative Declaration T&M/NTE $ 65,593 0 $0 Task O Value: S 99.273 $ 241,683 $ 2,000 $ 243,683 56 City of Rosemead I Proposal for Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Elizabeth Brian Kittelson & Ocampo Hannegan Staff Ascent, Inc. Associates, Inc. Vivero Policy Planner and Project Parks Recreation and production Environmental Planning Traffic and Mobility Manager Open Space Specialist and CEQA 225 $ per hour 196 $ per hour 164 $ per hour lump sum per task lump sum per task 50 T60$$13,!5100 3 $588 4 $0 $0 $0 00 4 $784 8 $1,312 $40,953 $24,409 0 $0 0 $0 $0 $0 42 $9,450 1 8 $1,568 1 64 $10,496 1 $5,159 "$1,628 P48"$10,800 8 $1,568 104 $17,056 $7,909 $0 32 $7,200 0 $0 48 $7,872 $0 $0 16 $3,600 0 $0 24 $3,936 $0 $0 Note: Although not specifically requested in the issued RFP, we have included optional subtasks that could add value as part of this effort. Should City staff decide to include subtasks 0.1, 0.Z and/or 0.3, the estimated project total would still be under $300,000 as indicated in the Q&A. Should the preparation an Initial Study (IS)/Negative Declaration (ND) (subtask 0.4) be deemed necessary, it could be incorporated at an additional fee as noted. Fee Footnotes Estimated fees for tasks shown as "Time and Materials - Not to Exceed" (T&M/NTE) are provided for informational purposes only. Amounts billed for these tasks, which will reflect actual hours, will not be exceeded without prior approval by the client. We have detailed proposed hours and fees by subtask. However, we recommend consolidating billing using a task -based structure to streamline project management and simplify invoicing. Reimbursable Expenses Incidental expenses incurred by RRM Design Group or any subconsultant it may hire to perform services for this project are reimbursed bythe client at actual cost plus 10%to cover its overhead and administrative expenses. Adjustment to Hourly Billing Rates RRM reserves the right to adjust hourly rates on an annual basis. Cost Proposal I Section 7 57 I-M., jbk 71 h*T!l PI 10, Creating Environments People Enjoy- Attachment G Updated Proposal from MIG CITY OF ROSEMEAD -�� Focused General Plan Update Revised Proposal I October 21, 2025 M I G 21 Miller Alley, Suite 210 1 Pasadena, CA 91105 (626) 744-9872 1 www.migcom.com In association with: Lochner TABLE OF CONTENTS Cover Letter 1 Section 1. Approach, Scope of Work & Timeline 3 Section 2. Project Team, Key Personnel & Resumes 14 Section 3. Company Qualifications 27 Section 4. References 31 Section 5. Standard City Contract & Insurance Requirements 35 Section 6. Addenda Acknowledgement 35 Section 7. Cost Proposal 36 Cover Letter © © October 21, 2025 21 Miller Alley, Suite 210 City of Rosemead Pasadena, CA 91105 Community Development Department (626) 744-9872 8838 East Valley Boulevard www.migcom.com Rosemead, CA 91770 RE. Proposal for the Rosemead Focused General Plan Update CALIFORNIA BERKELEY, FULLERTON, Dear Selection Committee Members: LOS ANGELES, PASADENA, RIVERSIDE, SACRAMENTO, We appreciate the opportunity to submit our proposal to support the City of Rosemead SAN DIEGO, SAN JOSE, in updating the Resource Management, Circulation, and Safety Elements of its General AND SONOMA Plan. This focused update presents a vital opportunity to build on Rosemead's history of proactive, phased planning —guided by your 2010 comprehensive update and subsequent COLORADO DENVER amendments —and align your policies with evolving State mandates, the 2030 Strategic Master Plan, and recent Local Hazards Mitigation Plan. NEW YORK BROOKLYN Our team is uniquely qualified to deliver a focused, technically rigorous, and community- centered update grounded in deep local knowledge and longstanding collaboration with OREGON PORTLAND the City. I will serve as Principal -in -Charge, bringing extensive leadership experience shaped not only by my role leading the 2010 Comprehensive General Plan Update for TEXAS Rosemead and the Garvey Avenue Specific Plan but also by my work on General Plan SAN ANTONIO updates for Whittier, Costa Mesa, Cudahy, and Redwood City. Supporting me as Project WASHINGTON Manager will be Jose M. Rodriguez, who also played a critical role in the 2010 update SEATTLE and has broad expertise navigating the intersection of policy, community engagement, geographic information services, and implementation. Jose has led or is leading updates for Compton, Downey, Santa Fe Springs, and Walnut, and has directed key elements such as safety, environmental justice, land use, and natural resources for Paramount, Signal Hill, Long Beach, and Marin County. We are pleased to include key advisors who bring specialized expertise and historical context to this update. Lochner, formerly KOA, whose team prepared the City's 2010 Circulation Element, will partner closely with us to provide invaluable technical and policy assistance, assuring continuity and evolution of your transportation framework. Additionally, MIG's Principal Cindy Mendoza, CPRP, national leader in parks and recreation planning, will guide the Resource Management Element, while our Director of Engineering, Nathaniel Riedy, PE, will provide expert policy guidance on infrastructure planning integral to the Circulation Element. To center health equity and environmental justice in the update, Rachel Bennett, MIG's Director of Health Equity, will advise primarily on the Safety Element and contribute across all three elements. Our interdisciplinary team will provide a General Plan Update that is not only compliant with State law but is also adaptive, inclusive, and responsive to community priorities. We will build upon the foundation of the Strategic Master Plan and incorporate robust public engagement strategies, leveraging MIG's recognized leadership in innovative, culturally inclusive outreach tailored to Rosemead's diverse population. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 1 We look forward to partnering with Rosemead to craft a resilient, equitable, and visionary General Plan Update that honors your past achievements while positioning the City for sustainable growth and community well-being in the decades ahead. MIG will also make a commitment to participate..in.._a. City and MIG-approved _community activity_ at_n_oadded cost.. We are excited about the possibility of continuing this partnership and supporting Rosemead's next chapter. Please feel free to contact me, Lisa A. Brownfield, Principal, at lisab@migcom.com or by phone at (626) 744-9872, or visit our Pasadena office at 21 Miller Alley, Suite 210, Pasadena, California 91105 with any questions or to discuss next steps. Sincerely, Lisa A. Brownfield Principal -in -Charge 2 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Section 1. Approach, Scope of Work & Timeline Understanding AN EVOLVING BLUEPRINT: ROSEMEAD'S TARGETED PATH TO PROGRESS The City of Rosemead has taken a proactive, phased approach to updating its General Plan since adopting a comprehensive update in 2010. Rather than a single overhaul, the City has implemented targeted amendments to address evolving land use needs, enhance corridor planning, and comply with new State mandates. Early amendments included GPA 09-01, which introduced a High -Intensity Commercial designation, established mixed -use nodes, and updated the Resource Management and Safety Elements to comply with Assembly Bill 162. In 2018, the City adopted the Garvey Avenue Specific Plan and amended the Land Use Element to incorporate its area and update policy maps. In 2021, the City added the Freeway Corridor Mixed -Use Overlay, opening new development opportunities along major freeway corridors. In 2022, the Public Safety Element was updated to meet SB 379 climate adaptation requirements and integrate environmental justice policies in response to SB 1000— reinforcing the City's commitment to equity and resilience. That same year, Rosemead became one of the first jurisdictions in the SCAG region to achieve certification of its 6th Cycle Housing Element (2021-2029), adopted in January and certified by HCD in August. This milestone plan accommodates a RHNA of 4,612 units through rezoning, by -right standards, and density thresholds with affordability requirements consistent with SB 166. Collectively, these efforts demonstrate Rosemead's commitment to smart growth, housing choice, and policy integration across all General Plan elements. 2030 Strategic Master Plan Prepared by MIG, the Rosemead 2030 Strategic Master Plan builds on the City's values of safety, diversity, service, and family. It presents a people -centered vision for a connected, resilient, and economically vibrant city. The Plan prioritizes safety, responsive government, thriving local businesses, and high -quality parks and programs. With a focus on modern infrastructure, climate readiness, and smart land use, the Strategic Master Plan positions Rosemead as an active, inclusive, and forward -looking community. 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'�. eede of redden. and busm­ City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 3 CHARTING THE NEXT CHAPTER The upcoming Focused General Plan Update will address the Resource Management, Circulation, and Public Safety Elements, assuring Rosemead's planning framework is aligned with new State laws and best practices for hazard mitigation, climate adaptation, and transportation planning. Legislative Compliance and Key Mandates » Public Safety Element. SB 1425 requires wildfire risk and evacuation route assessments; AB 1889 mandates integration of climate resilience strategies; AB 2684 updates safety planning for emergency response and hazard mitigation; Government Code §65302(g)(3) requires planning for Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones; AB 98 calls for long-range land use and infrastructure alignment. The concurrent Local Hazards Mitigation Plan presents an opportunity to unify hazard identification, risk reduction, and resilience strategies. » Circulation Element. SB 99 and AB 233 require comprehensive evacuation route planning; AB 2583 mandates the Safe System Approach and multimodal planning; AB 444 requires mapping and management of designated truck routes to protect vulnerable communities; Government Code §65302(b)(2)(A) requires Complete Streets policies to support all modes of travel. >> Resource Management Element. AB 1757 supports natural carbon sequestration and aligns with the State's 30x30 conservation goals; SB 379 reinforces climate adaptation strategies in open space and conservation planning, with emphasis on biodiversity, habitat connectivity, and climate resilience. Planning Objectives and Process This targeted update will strengthen the City's capacity to manage natural hazards, adapt to climate change, protect open space, and deliver safe, equitable, and efficient transportation systems. The process will include existing conditions analysis, policy revisions, CEQA review, and a transparent public engagement program —culminating in a modernized General Plan that meets State mandates while advancing Rosemead's local priorities. t I 1111115W A PROVEN PARTNER WITH DEEP ROOTS IN ROSEMEAD MIG's understanding of Rosemead is informed by more than 15 years of continuous, hands-on work with the City and its community. We have partnered on transformative planning, design, and visioning efforts that have shaped the City's priorities and outcomes. This long-standing relationship means our team begins this update already attuned to Rosemead's values, strategic direction, and community expectations. Selected Projects in Rosemead: » Civic Center Design Concept Plan (Ongoing). High-level concepts for reconfiguring or rebuilding the City Hall, Recreation Center, and County Library to create a more efficient and welcoming civic destination with increased parking and open space. » Rosemead 2030 Strategic Plan (2022). A citywide vision and roadmap for decision -making, service delivery, and investment priorities. >> Garvey Avenue Specific Plan (2018). A revitalization strategy for the 1.2-mile Garvey Avenue corridor, promoting mixed -use development, placemaking, and an improved pedestrian and bicycle environment. » Comprehensive General Plan Update (2010). Led by MIG's Lisa Brownfield, with technical support from Jose M. Rodriguez. KOA, now a Lochner company, partnered on the Circulation Element, establishing a strong transportation planning foundation. The process included robust engagement and a programmatic EIR. Our institutional knowledge, combined with a proven ability to deliver actionable and innovative plans, assures the Focused General Plan Update will be grounded in local context while advancing a clear and ambitious vision for Rosemead's future. 4 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Our Approach The Rosemead Focused General Plan update process provides a critical chance to align key policy frameworks with both evolving State mandates and the City's guiding documents, including the 2030 Strategic Master Plan and the forthcoming Local Hazards Mitigation Plan (LHMP). By embedding robust public engagement throughout, the effort assures that policy updates for resource management, circulation, and safety not only meet regulatory requirements but also reflect community priorities and insights. MIG's interdisciplinary team of advisors and experts, supported by staff with a strong understanding of Rosemead based on extensive prior work in the City, will guide the policy direction. Drawing on diverse technical knowledge and practical experience, the team will help craft a responsive, inclusive, and adaptive plan. This approach fosters a meaningful integration of State law compliance with local values, enabling a plan that advances equity, resilience, and sustainability across Rosemead's parks, transportation networks, and emergency preparedness systems. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ELEMENT: CULTIVATING COMMUNITY LIVABILITY The Resource Management Element update will align with the Strategic Master Plan's vision to expand and diversify access to parks, green space, and cultural resources through inclusive planning, targeted investment, and strong community partnerships, with a focus on improving access in underserved areas. It will promote equitable distribution of recreational amenities, focusing on youth, seniors, non-English speakers, and individuals with special needs. To strengthen the Element's policy foundation, MIG Director of Parks and Recreation Cindy Mendoza will serve as a senior advisor, bringing her national leadership and award -winning expertise in park and recreation planning. With nearly four decades of experience, from hands-on program delivery to shaping policy for cities across the country, Cindy will provide strategic guidance on integrating best practices, equity - driven approaches, and actionable policies into the Plan. Future policies will build upon the foundation established in the Strategic Master Plan, supporting new parks and greenbelts, urban open spaces, enhancements to existing facilities, and responsive programming. These policies will remain flexible to incorporate insights and priorities that emerge through ongoing community engagement. Strong partnerships with local organizations, cultural groups, and sports teams will continue to play a vital role in expanding services and activating public spaces. The update will also elevate cultural arts through initiatives such as a Cultural Arts Commission, expanded citywide events, and public art opportunities like an Art Walk. Additionally, it will advance environmental and equity goals, including natural resource conservation, air and water quality improvement, mineral resource management, and climate resilience. Policies will encourage sustainable practices such as green building, low -impact development, climate -adaptive landscapes, tree canopy expansion, and green infrastructure for stormwater and heat management. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 5 CIRCULATION ELEMENT: MOVING ROSEMEAD FORWARD The updated Circulation Element will assure compliance with evolving State laws, including Complete Streets policies, emphasizing safe, accessible, and equitable mobility for all users. Active transportation, such as walking, biking, and transit, will be prioritized through policies that support enhanced sidewalks, improved crosswalks, and expanded bicycle infrastructure integrated into street improvement projects. The Element will align with the 2030 Strategic Master Plan by advancing ongoing street and infrastructure improvements, pursuing funding opportunities, and promoting multi -modal transportation systems. Additionally, it will explore solutions to parking challenges through the development of structured parking and preferential residential parking districts, fostering a balanced and sustainable transportation network. In addition, MIG Team Member Lochner, who prepared the City's 2010 Circulation Element, will work closely with the team to provide technical and policy assistance, leveraging their knowledge of the Plan's foundational framework and its evolution over time to inform updated strategies and priorities. The Element will also include an infrastructure analysis that addresses the condition, capacity, and future needs of essential systems such as water supply, wastewater, storm drainage, and utilities. This analysis will support coordinated capital improvements so that mobility and infrastructure investments are aligned to meet long-term community needs and resilience goals. To strengthen this component, MIG Director of Engineering Nathaniel Riedy, PE, will provide policy guidance on infrastructure planning, verifying that the Element reflects technical expertise, aligns with industry best practices, and supports the City's operational and sustainability objectives. SAFETY ELEMENT: PROTECTING PEOPLE & PLACE The updated Safety Element will align closely with the City's forthcoming LHMP for a coordinated approach to risk identification, mitigation, and emergency preparedness. It will address natural hazards like seismic activity, fault rupture, flooding, and climate -related threats such as extreme heat, storms, and drought. The Element will also evaluate human -related risks, including wildfire exposure and hazardous materials, promoting policies that reduce vulnerabilities through smart land use, coordinated response, and strong public safety services. Fire protection and law enforcement capacities will be reviewed for adequate staffing and resources. Climate resilience will be a key focus, guiding adaptation strategies to protect vulnerable populations and critical infrastructure. Environmental justice will also be integral, prioritizing pollution reduction and risk mitigation in disadvantaged communities. While the Safety Element update will not completely redo the existing environmental justice analysis, it will augment it as needed to reflect new data, policies, and community priorities. In line with the 2030 Strategic Master Plan, the Element will promote proactive community safety through stronger neighborhood partnerships, enhanced public safety presence, ongoing education, infrastructure maintenance, and regional collaboration. To enhance these efforts, MIG Director of Health Equity Rachel Bennett will provide her expertise in health equity, primarily guiding the Safety Element but also informing the Resource Management and Circulation Elements. With over 15 years of experience advancing environmental justice and building healthy, thriving communities, Rachel works closely with community organizations, public agencies, and funders to address challenges including climate change, health inequities, and disinvestment in underserved neighborhoods. Her contributions will support a General Plan update centered on equity and resilience across all elements. 6 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT MIG is a recognized innovator and leader in public engagement, committed to inclusive and participatory planning that authentically reflects community diversity and voices. The Public Engagement strategy for Rosemead will focus on accessible outreach tailored to the City's richly diverse population, including its significant Spanish- and Chinese -speaking communities. To enable broad and meaningful participation, the approach will employ a variety of engagement methods such as an interactive project website featuring story maps, targeted outreach to local leaders and key community groups, and culturally relevant storytelling materials designed to connect with residents on a personal level. Mobile engagement booths and/or hands-on community workshops will offer convenient, welcoming spaces for residents to share their ideas and feedback. Throughout the process, regular plan review and feedback meetings will promote transparency, keep the community informed, foster collaboration, and help build a shared, community -driven vision for Rosemead's future. Scope of Work This scope of work outlines the tasks, subtasks, meetings, and deliverables associated with the Focused General Plan Update for the City of Rosemead. The project is anticipated to span one year and is structured to allow for strategic collaboration and flexibility throughout its duration. Coordination is assumed to occur through regular virtual and in -person check -ins, with clear roles, expectations, and communication protocols maintained throughout the process. This scope assumes a collaborative approach in which City staff will review and provide feedback on all major deliverables; final deliverables will reflect City staff input. TASK 1: KICK-OFF, COORDINATION, AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT 1.1 Kick-off Meeting MIG will facilitate an in -person project kick-off meeting with City staff to confirm project goals, roles, scope, deliverables, and the overall timeline. The meeting will be limited to one hour and will also cover data needs, mapping expectations, and coordination protocols. MIG will provide an agenda and data needs list; MIG will prepare a meeting summary and action item list. 1.2 Ongoing Coordination and Check -ins MIG will maintain regular communication with City staff through up to 10 virtual check -in meetings throughout a one-year (12 months) time frame, each lasting no more than 15 to 30 minutes. These meetings will support continuous progress, troubleshoot emerging issues, align upcoming deliverables, and keep the project on schedule. MIG will also participate in up to two additional in -person coordination meetings at key milestones, each lasting no more than one hour. Following each meeting, MIG will provide a summary email identifying key discussion points and action items. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 7 1.3 Project Management: Tracking Progress and Deliverables MIG will manage internal workflows and timelines, coordinate across team members, and monitor deliverables for consistency with the approved scope, schedule, and budget. This includes internal tracking tools, status updates, and preparing materials for review cycles, as well as coordinating with City staff on deadlines and expectations. If MIG's assigned Project Manager changes during the course of the project, MIG will provide a replacement with comparable qualifications at no additional cost to the City. If the City's designated Project Manager changes, MIG may incur additional costs related to project orientation, transition meetings, and review of prior work. Such costs will be billed as additional services upon approval by the City. Task 1 Deliverables: >> Kick-off meeting agenda and summary » Internal project schedule and tracking tools » Ongoing coordination notes and check -in updates Task 1 Meetings: » 1 in -person Kick-off Meeting (1 hour) » Up to 10 virtual check -ins (30-minutes each) >> Up to 2 in -person coordination meetings (1-hour each) TASK 2: BASELINE REVIEW AND EXISTING CONDITIONS 2.1 Policy Trends and Regulatory Compliance Brief MIG will prepare a concise Compliance Brief summarizing relevant State and regional planning mandates, best practices, and emerging trends that impact the Resource Management, Safety, and Circulation Elements. The Brief will identify key requirements and provide guidance on aligning with current regulatory frameworks. The City will have one review period to provide comments on this Brief. 2.2 Conditions Report and Interactive Story Map MIG will synthesize findings from the baseline review and Compliance Brief into a technical Existing Conditions Report that highlights key issues, opportunities, and considerations for each element. MIG will prepare the technical sections for the Resource Management and Safety Elements, while Lochner will provide the analysis for the transportation component of the Circulation Element. MIG will also provide the existing conditions analysis for infrastructure within the Circulation Element. To support broader public understanding, MIG will create an interactive, multilingual Story Map that draws from the content of the report but presents the information in a more visual and accessible format. The Story Map will be mobile -friendly and feature graphics, interactive maps, and digestible summaries tailored for the public. The Story Map will be updated once to incorporate new information prior to finalization. The City will have one round of review and comment on both the draft Conditions Report and Story Map prior to finalization. Task 2 Deliverables: » Policy Trends and Regulatory Compliance Brief (PDF) >> Technical Existing Conditions Report (PDF) » Multilingual Interactive Story Map (ArcGIS Online Story Map) 8 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update \DE�11\FI AiiESiliS�ES,WHa1va�[�s�wrs� 11 .>i TASK 3: CULTURAL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT 3.1 Community Engagement Plan MIG will develop a comprehensive Community Engagement Plan outlining a strategic approach to reaching Rosemead's diverse populations, with specific attention to Chinese, Latino/Hispanic, and White communities. The Plan will define tailored engagement goals for each cultural group, informed by local demographic trends and community dynamics. The Community Engagement Plan will detail culturally appropriate outreach methods, translation and interpretation needs, and preferred communication channels. The Community Engagement Plan scope of work allows one round of review. 3.2 Project Website MIG will design and launch a multilingual, mobile - friendly website using the Esri ArcGIS Online platform that serves as an interactive digital hub for the project. Available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Simplified Chinese, the site will present key information in accessible formats and include a document library, project schedule, news updates, and an overview of the Focused General Plan Update process. Developed in coordination with the City, the Story Map will be regularly updated to reflect project milestones and incorporate community feedback tools that support ongoing public engagement. One round of review will be provided for the project website. b� 3.3 Cultural Community Partnerships MIG will focus on identifying and engaging a short list of culturally rooted organizations —such as community centers, religious institutions, schools, small business associations, and neighborhood -based groups —that can help share project information and promote engagement activities. These partners will serve as trusted messengers, helping to extend the City's reach into diverse communities. To support this effort, MIG will prepare a brief Community Partnership Matrix that includes a list of recommended partner organizations with contact information and focus areas, along with suggested roles for each (e.g„ message dissemination, promoting events, volunteer referrals). This streamlined approach will emphasize building connections that can be leveraged throughout the project while keeping tasks aligned with the available budget. 3.4 Outreach and Storytelling Materials MIG will create a suite of culturally relevant and multilingual outreach materials that reflect the identities, values, and priorities of Rosemead's communities. This suite will include up to 10 different collaterals, including flyers, social media content, posters, and digital graphics. Each of the 10 collaterals will be translated into three languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Chinese. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 9 wo What is your vision for Downey In?hr y.nro�o? 3.5 Community Engagement Option: Pop -Up Booths or Hands -On Workshop MIG will organize and facilitate one of the following engagement formats, based on the City's preference: >> Option A: Two On -the -Go Engagement Booths. MIG will host two pop-up booths at high -attendance cultural events or community gatherings, such as the Lunar New Year Festival, Cinco de Mayo celebrations, and/or night markets. Each booth will last up to two hours and be staffed by up to two MIG team members, including bilingual and bicultural staff who will facilitate conversations, distribute multilingual materials, and offer interactive activities to spark engagement. A single set of interactive boards and handouts will be developed for use at both events. MIG will coordinate with City staff to select strategic venues and will prepare a summary of community input. >> Option B: One Hands -On Community Planning Workshop. MIG will host a two-hour, interactive, in -person workshop focused on the three updated General Plan elements: Resource Management, Safety, and Circulation. The workshop will include collaborative mapping, visual preference surveys, and small -group discussions designed for cultural inclusivity. Translators and child -friendly activities will be provided to encourage participation. MIG will prepare all workshop materials, print presentation boards, and facilitate the event; the City will secure the venue, print handouts, provide refreshments and staff support, and promote the event through its outreach channels. MIG will prepare a summary of community input. In both formats, MIG will make certain engagement is accessible, culturally responsive, and designed to gather meaningful feedback from a broad cross-section of Rosemead's community. 3.6 Study Sessions: Plan Review and Feedback with Commissions MIG, in conjunction with City staff, will coordinate and facilitate up to four study sessions with key City commissions to present draft Plan recommendations, gather feedback, and assure alignment with community priorities and departmental objectives. Sessions may be scheduled with the Parks Commission, Planning Commission, Public Safety Commission, and Traffic Commission. Each meeting will last no more than 1.5 hours and include one MIG staff member. MIG will prepare tailored presentation materials, summaries, and supporting visuals, as needed. Each session will be designed to encourage meaningful discussion, address commission -specific concerns, and document input to help refine final Plan deliverables. Task 3 Deliverables: » Community Engagement Plan (PDF) » Multilingual project website / Story Map (ArcGIS Online) » Community Partnership Summary (Word/Excel) Multilingual outreach and storytelling materials (up to 10 pieces; various file types) >> Interactive boards and handouts for events >> Planning workshop materials (PDF) Presentations and summaries for 4 commission study sessions (PowerPoint) 10 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update i7 Task 3 Meetings: » 2 "On -the -Go" pop-up engagement booths at community events or one hands-on, in -person Community Planning Workshop >> 4 study sessions with City Commissions (e.g., Parks, Planning, Public Safety, Traffic) TASK 4: FOCUSED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS 4.1 Preliminary Draft: Resource Management Element MIG will prepare a Preliminary Draft of the updated Resource Management Element aligning with the City's 2030 Strategic Master Plan and reflecting community priorities for equitable access to parks, green space, and cultural amenities. The Element will include technical context text along with goals, policies, and programs addressing recreational programming, cultural arts, natural resource conservation, and climate resilience, with a focus on underserved areas. Up to two rounds of review will be provided on the Preliminary Draft by City staff. 4.2 Preliminary Draft: Circulation Element MIG, in collaboration with Lochner, will prepare a Preliminary Draft of the Circulation Element that complies with Complete Streets requirements of Section 65302(b)(2)(A) and the specific safety provisions of SB 932. We will also address other State mandates, prioritizes active transportation, and includes an infrastructure analysis addressing water, wastewater, storm drainage, and utilities. The Element will include context text plus goals, policies, and programs aligned with ongoing mobility improvements and community infrastructure goals. City staff will have up to two rounds of review on the Preliminary Draft. 4.3 Preliminary Draft: Safety Element MIG will prepare a Preliminary Draft of the Safety Element, coordinated with the City's forthcoming Local Hazards Mitigation Plan. The Element will include context text and goals, policies, and programs addressing natural and human -related hazards, climate adaptation, emergency preparedness, and environmental justice, with a focus on protecting vulnerable populations. The Preliminary Draft will undergo up to two rounds of review by City staff. 4.4 Public Review Drafts: Updated Elements Following revisions to the Preliminary Drafts, MIG will prepare Public Review Drafts of the Resource Management, Circulation, and Safety Elements. These versions will incorporate feedback from City staff and commissions. One round of review may be provided by City staff before finalizing the drafts for public release. Task 4 Deliverables: » Preliminary Drafts of all 3 Elements (Word) >> Public Review Drafts of all 3 Elements (PDF) © � Sou�ce. CM1y of Senor Fe Spnr.3s and I.fIG, ZOZO - I ,., City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 11 Figure RM-2: -?creation Facilities ArlwendRwr.rabn fulRtle � t4lull.r Pa\, � lm AMeW [nrnlYYrb � ramnval.x,nwn H,d PURsvd<. Arwlo Wyal'RnrRanm NNI., Ir.rMJ. H'dbr., P,uru. NSrM Ir}A4k VNYir., fM•a>„re Opmdpua ri Jr IlaWlelPNl,wny Opni SAuc.(A'aawd x.0 mu. eew.vry RV ....... ..mxrylrJ lalemiwr 0 rry RalAweu Pdnu — aFrc)rmn O UAu inJ kuu po4x,rtrdl,ed Ruex.pixloru —.—.— Nl,.rn.r Cny RouMwy ,••••-- }Huller SP-0lntb .. [wna/RarMrY TASK 5: CEQA ADDENDUM 5.1 Draft CEQA Addendum MIG will prepare a Draft CEQA Addendum to the 2008 General Plan Update EIR for the Focused General Plan Amendments to the Circulation, Resource Management, and Safety Elements. Since the update does not propose any changes to land use designations or buildout assumptions, no new growth -related impacts are anticipated. The Circulation Element amendments will not add any new vehicle -carrying capacity to roadways, focusing instead on safety, multimodal access, and system efficiency. The Addendum will summarize the relevant findings from the 2008 EIR, describe the proposed amendments, compare them to the original project, and qualitatively evaluate potential environmental effects to confirm they remain within the scope of the prior EIR. If the analysis identifies environmental effects outside the scope of the prior EIR, additional CEQA documentation would be required, which is not included in the current scope or budget. The document will conclude with findings under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162-15164 that no supplemental or subsequent EIR is required. MIG will also prepare Tribal Consultation materials consistent with the requirements of SB 18 and AB 52, including letter templates and supporting documentation. MIG will not participate directly in Tribal Consultation, but can provide guidance to City staff as needed. Participation in Tribal Consultation would be an added cost. 5.2 Final CEQA Addendum Following one round of City review, MIG will finalize the CEQA Addendum for adoption alongside the updated General Plan Elements, incorporating any necessary revisions based on City feedback. Task 5 Deliverables: >> Preliminary Draft CEQA Addendum (Word) >> Public Review Draft CEQA Addendum (PDF) Figure MI-3: Bus Transit Routes - rcwnnrr«,rn.m ---�- faahllixnJa)RS LA rAxroIto Arwneblb-IR ....••. A1anSebelb-iO and SO — — Alemelx1650 x.rwd4imJ1-1 Ilarwd4innul-] -- SrnJJrc Shualle-A .____.. SunJJne yrurrle.R R.a. 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As part of the adoption the City shall include a Zoning Amendment to update Chapter 10.08 to incorporate any revised truck routes, if applicable. 6.2 City Council Hearings and Adoption MIG will support up to two City Council hearings, including preparation of staff reports, presentation slides, and talking points to assist with the adoption of the Focused General Plan Amendments and CEQA Addendum. 6.3 Final Approved Elements and Supporting Materials Following adoption, MIG will prepare final, professionally formatted versions of the approved Resource Management, Circulation, and Safety Elements, as well as any supporting materials requested by the City, such as summaries or presentation graphics. Task 6 Deliverables: >> Presentation materials for up to 4 public hearings (PowerPoint) >> Final approved General Plan Elements (PDF) Task 6 Meetings: » Up to 2 Planning Commission hearings >> Up to 2 City Council hearings 12 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA Rosemead Focused General Plan Update Ongoing Camdlnatlan Cry StafflMIG Calls Kickoff Coadination Inpenan In -person Impenon Inperson Meeting all.Meeting Meeting Meeting Meeting WaW3 Webshe Cammunnry Engagement Oand Plan 00 O StoMelfng M—td-katerials v Pop Up Boothe wIlirds-Dn WoAshop Study Sessions:Plan (^R,eNewand FeedbackwithC—mm lorrs Co amm�unkl' �� Panks Commission jP c''L � � � Planniy ��� Workshop Pubfc Salery u D R 3 Traffic Cullunl Commission —V Co talon Community �� �� OntheG aMerso Poµp ^ Pbips n 0r 'nent Booth �Q u 411 pluming Cammisslon Sorry Map Policy Trends& Regulatory pl—ing Compliance Brief Condw— Ca .-- Report AdaPtlan Hearkg Preliminary Drafts Public Review Dmhs Resource Resource _ Clralar Salary 0—wion Safety M Element nt Element Element MElemenmtnt Element Element MONTHS: PROCESS SCHEDULE Cq Council Adoption Haaning CEOA Final Elemenn DraftCEOA Frei CEOA Resourrs Circulation Salery Addendum Addendum Managemem E ement Element Element City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 13 Section 2. Project Team, Key Personnel & Resumes About the MIG Team For the Rosemead Focused General Plan Update, MIG has assembled an exceptional team of professionals and advisors. Leading the effort is Lisa Brownfield as Principal -in -Charge, bringing nearly 40 years of General Plan experience to assure high -quality deliverables that meet legislative requirements. Her extensive leadership experience includes General Plan updates for Whittier, Costa Mesa, Cudahy, and Redwood City, among others, as well as a deep understanding of Rosemead having led the City's 2010 Comprehensive General Plan Update and the Garvey Avenue Specific Plan. With nearly 30 years of experience, Jose M. Rodriguez will serve as Project Manager, overseeing key components such as community engagement and preparation of General Plan Elements. Having played a critical role in Rosemead's 2010 update, Jose has worked on and led over 25 General Plans across California, including updates for Compton, Downey, Santa Fe Springs, and Walnut, and has directed key elements such as safety, environmental justice, land use, and natural resources for Paramount, Signal Hill, Long Beach, and Marin County. Lisa and Jose will be supported by key technical staff and advisors who bring specialized expertise. Cultural Community Engagement Lead Ana Sheila Victorino and Engagement Associate Sara Perez Rojas specialize in communicating complex planning concepts and engaging the public in these efforts. Planning Associate Alfonso Ramirez will work closely with Jose to prepare the Resource Management and Safety Elements updates and support engagement efforts. MIG Director of Environmental Services Bob Prasse will lead preparation of the CEOA Addendum to the 2008 General Plan Update EIR. MIG's Principal Cindy Mendoza, CPRP, national leader in parks and recreation planning, will guide the Resource Management Element, while MIG Director of Engineering Nathaniel Riedy, PE, will provide expert policy guidance on infrastructure planning integral to the Circulation Element. To center health equity and environmental justice in the update, Rachel Bennett, MIG's Director of Health Equity, will advise primarily on the Safety Element and contribute across all three elements. Lochner, formerly KOA, will lead transportation planning and analysis for the Circulation Element, drawing on their experience preparing the City's 2010 Circulation Element, as well as general plans, circulation elements, and active transportation plans throughout Southern California. Principal Carlos Velasquez, AICP, will lead transportation planning and analysis, with support from Planners Hilary Mau and Armin Jorgenson, AICP. TEAM ORGANIZATION 1 COE EAD MIG PROJECT MANAGEMENT Lisa Brownfield, Principal -in -Charge Jose Rodriguez, Project Manager RESOURCE COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT CIRCULATION PUBLIC SAFETY ENGAGEMENT Jose Rodriguez, Lead Carlos Velasquez, Lead Jose Rodriguez, Lead Ana Sheila Victorino, Bob Prasse, Lead Alfonso Ramirez Hilary Mau Alfonso Ramirez Lead Armin Jorgenson Jose Rodriguez Lochner Sara Perez Rojas Cindy Mendoza, Nathaniel Riedy, Rachel Bennett, Advisor Advisor Advisor 14 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 4 f EDUCATION » MArchUP, University of California, Los Angeles » BScUP, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Lisa Brownfield PRINCIPAL -IN -CHARGE I MIG Lisa Brownfield leverages her 30+ years of planning expertise to help public + and private clients find and define the best path forward on issues ranging from land use and housing to sustainability, environmental justice, and circulation. As a child sitting in the backseat of her mother's Mustang, Lisa had an innate curiosity for cities; she imagined how vacant or run-down spaces could be improved and become community assets. Now she directs and manages projects that create positive change for entire cities and their residents. Lisa is adept at working collaboratively with client staff, ensuring that they have a sense of ownership and accomplishment throughout the planning process. The diversity and depth of her experience allows her to frame discussions, keeping projects moving toward successful outcomes. Whether she's developing a general plan, specific plan, or environmental analysis, Lisa's focus is always on the future and the potential benefits that can be achieved for each community. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Rosemead General Plan, Rosemead, CA » Garvey Avenue Corridor Specific Plan, Rosemead, CA PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS » Whittier General Plan and Housing Element Update, Whittier, CA » American Planning Association (APA) » Commerce General Plan, Commerce, CA » Cudahy General Plan and Zoning Code, Cudahy, CA CERTIFICATIONS » Costa Mesa General Plan Update and EIR, Costa Mesa, CA » American Institute of Certified » Huntington Beach General Plan, Huntington Beach, CA Planners (AICP), 1990 » Redwood City General Plan Update, Redwood City, CA AWARDS » Redwood City Inner Harbor Specific Plan, Redwood City, CA » Merit Award for Small » Monrovia Housing Element Update, Monrovia, CA Jurisdiction: Adelanto » Monrovia TOD Specific Plans, Monrovia, CA North 2035: Sustainable Comprehensive Plan, APA, » Adelanto North 2035: Sustainable Comprehensive Plan, Adelanto, CA Inland Empire Section, 2017 » Arrow Highway Corridor Specific Plan, Glendora, CA » Outstanding Achievement for » Big Bear Lake Moonridge Corridor Specific Plan and EIR, Small Jurisdiction Planning Big Bear Lake, CA Effort: Redwood City General » San Carlos Housing Element and Safety Element, San Carlos, CA Plan, APA Northern Section and California Chapter, 2012 » Half Moon Bay Housing Strategy Study, Half Moon Bay, CA City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 15 EDUCATION >> MUP, University of California, Los Angeles » BS, Urban and Regional Planning California State Polytechnic University, Pomona PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS » American Planning Association (APA) TEACHINGS » Adjunct Professor, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona Jose M. Rodriguez PROJECT MANAGER, DIRECTOR OF GIS SERVICES I MIG With extensive experience spanning 25 years, Jose M. Rodriguez is a seasoned manager of advanced planning projects who excels in leading community engagement and outreach programs. His expertise includes managing a wide range of planning projects such as general plans, housing elements, specific plans, zoning ordinances, objective design standards, and guidelines. Jose has also helped numerous cities adopt certified housing elements that satisfy the Regional Housing Needs Assessment requirements, utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) to pinpoint suitable housing sites. He has a track record of developing both focused and comprehensive zoning ordinances and development codes, and is currently aiding the City of Whittier in preparing their objective design standards and focused zoning code amendments. Additionally, Jose is providing his expertise to other cities in preparing zoning amendments to address the 6th Cycle Housing Element implementation programs. As Director of MIG GIS Services, Jose specializes in land use analysis and zoning map updates, having successfully updated the land use and zoning maps for the cities of Paramount and Montebello, converting their outdated maps to parcel -specific GIS maps. His most recent project involves assisting municipalities in Contra Costa County to create an online GIS map that identifies 6th Cycle Housing Element sites and their proximity to high -quality transit corridors. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Rosemead General Plan, Rosemead, CA » Paramount Housing, Safety, and Environmental Justice Elements, Paramount, CA >> Santa Fe Springs General Plan Update and Target Zoning Code Amendments, Santa Fe Springs, CA >> Whittier General Plan Update and Planning Services, Whittier, CA » Compton General Plan, Compton, CA >> Commerce General Plan and Zoning Update, Commerce, CA >> Desert Hot Springs General Plan Update, Desert Hot Springs, CA » Santa Ana General Plan Technical Studies and Zoning Code Update, Santa Ana, CA >> Long Beach Land Use Element, Long Beach, CA >> Burlingame General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, Burlingame, CA » Signal Hill Environmental Justice and Environmental Resources Elements, Signal Hill, CA » Walnut General Plan Update, Walnut, CA » Montebello GIS Zoning Map Services, Montebello, CA » Lakewood Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Long -Range Plan, Lakewood, CA 16 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION >> MA, Geography, (Teaching Fellowship), University of Oregon >> BS, Geography (Honors Scholar), James Madison University CERTIFICATION » NRPA Certified Park and Recreation Professional PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS » National Recreation and Park Association » Oregon Recreation and Park Association PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS >> Searching for the Fourth Pillar of Parks & Recreation. NRPA 2021. Cindy Mendoza DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES I MIG Cindy Mendoza's leadership and award -winning expertise in park and recreation planning is a catalyst for community livability across the nation. Her affinity for developing parks and programs began 35 years ago as a recreation leader and soccer coach for underserved kids in her community. Through this work, she saw firsthand the life -changing benefits of parks, programs, and natural areas to youth and their families. Clients and colleagues find Cindy to be a solution -oriented pragmatist, working collaboratively to strategize the right mix of programs, facilities, and policies to maximize resources and meet each community's unique needs. As a writer and facilitator, she brings together diverse perspectives, synthesizing outreach findings and technical data to articulate desired outcomes and support action. An authority in the field, she has published and spoken extensively at the state and national level on the evolution of parks and recreation and its contributions to community livability. As MIG's Director of Parks and Recreation, Cindy offers best practices and the capacity to make all communities thrive though people, parks, and programs. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE >> Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Long -Range Plan, Lakewood, CA » Comprehensive Parks Recreation and Open Space Plan, Lancaster, CA >> Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Corona, CA » Parks Master Plan, Santa Ana, CA » Parks and Recreation Master Plan (CPRS Award), Apple Valley, CA » Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan, Hercules, CA >> Parks and Recreation System Plan, Cupertino, CA >> Youth, Parks, and Community Enrichment Strategic Plan, Sacramento, CA » Facility Needs Assessment, Los Altos Hills, CA >> Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Plan, Mountain House, CA » South Lake Tahoe Parks, Trails, and Facilities Plan, El Dorado County, CA >> Park Master Plan for New Developments, Tracy, CA » Parks and Recreation Master Plan (ORPA Planning Award), Tualatin, OR » Wildfire Implications for Park >> Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan, Monroe, WA Conservation, Equity & Health. » Tualatin Basalt Creek Recreation Plan, Tualatin, OR NRPA Magazine, 2020. » Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan, West Linn, OR >> Parks & Recreation in the 21st >> Parks and Recreation, Trails, and Natural Areas Master Plan Century. CPRS 2016. (ORPA Vision, Insight, Planning Award), Gresham, OR >> Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Murray, UT >> Parks, Recreation, and Open Lands Plan, Loveland, CO » Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan, Addison, TX City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 17 EDUCATION >> BS, Civil Engineering, University of Washington REGISTRATIONS » Professional Engineer: CA #80161, CO #0050429, TX #126555, WA #50177, AL #35421 Nathaniel Riedy, PE DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING I MIG Nathaniel Riedy is a highly skilled and adaptable civil engineer whose experience and expertise have contributed to infrastructure projects across the country. Nathaniel's early aspiration to improve quality of life in the built environment is continuously achieved with each new project — from site engineering and stormwater management to utility design and street improvements. As a project manager, he is committed to project stewardship from initial planning to post -construction sustainability. As a water resources and environmental engineering specialist, Nathaniel focuses on using green infrastructure and Low Impact Development principles to meet performance targets, mitigate costs, facilitate future maintenance, and protect or enhance the environment. His cross -training and collaboration with urban designers and landscape architects enables him to develop projects that are both functional and experiential. Nathaniel's technical communication and writing skills yield plans and documents that are succinct, well -organized, and easily readable by clients and laypersons alike. Registered in five states, he strives to ensure that project solutions are context sensitive to meet notjust engineering standards, but also the multifunctional needs and expectations of each community. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Green Infrastructure and Parks Master Plan (Implementation of Cudahy General Plan Update), Cudahy, CA >> Covina Town Center Specific Plan Infrastructure Planning, Covina, CA » San Antonio Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan and Sub -Area Plans, San Antonio, TX >> San Marcos Comprehensive Plan and Sub -Area Plans, San Marcos, TX >> 21st Street Green Storm Water Infrastructure Improvements, Paso Robles, CA >> Yellow Brick Road Green Infrastructure, Richmond, CA >> Three Creeks Trail SWPPP, San Jose, CA » Sunnydale Redevelopment Infrastructure Planning, San Francisco, CA >> North Beach Resilient Plan, Corpus Christi, TX » San Saba Street and Pedestrian Improvements, San Antonio, TX » Corpus Christi North Beach Boulevard, Corpus Christi, TX » National Western Center Campus Placemaking Study, Denver, CO >> Lutheran Legacy Campus Master Plan, Wheat Ridge, CO » GSI Retrofit Project for CSO Control, King County, WA » Hillcrest Terrace Community Center, Redmond, WA 18 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION » MPH, University of California, Los Angeles, Fielding School of Public Health » MURP, University of California, Los Angeles, Luskin School of Public Affairs >> BA, Psychology, University of California, Davis PRESENTATIONS » Urban Land Institute Building Healthy Places Forum, Building Health, Community, and Resilience at Earvin "Magic" Johnson Park, 2023 » American Public Health Association, Parks and Public Spaces — Working to Achieve Health Equity, 2021 » America Walks, Addressing Gentrification and Displacement in Creating Vibrant Communities, 2017 RECENT PUBLICATIONS >> "'A park is not just a park': Toward counter -narratives to advance equitable green space policy in the United States", Cities, 2022 Rachel Bennett HEALTH AND EQUITY SPECIALIST I MIG Rachel Bennett is a national expert in public health and community planning. Rachel has created and implemented projects impacting communities across the nation to address a range of issues, including health, environmental justice, transportation, and climate resilience. She began her career with an international nonprofit organization that provided medical care and health education in countries around the world. Since then, Rachel has worked closer to home, focusing on how urban planning decisions and public infrastructure investments impact community health. Rachel earned one of UCLA's first dual degrees in public health and urban planning, and has spent the last 15 years advancing health equity through planning and public policy. Prior to joining MIG in 2023, Rachel spent a decade working at Prevention Institute, where she worked with local health departments and funders to invest in upstream prevention. Rachel's deep thinking, organizational acumen, and ability to segment a vision into its component parts enable her to lead collaborative processes that center marginalized communities in determining the trajectory of their health. As Director of Health Equity, Rachel works with clients, communities, and MIG's own team to co -create policies, places, and programs that advance health for all. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Los Angeles County Public Works Equity in Infrastructure Initiative, Los Angeles County, CA >> Los Angeles County Parks Needs Assessment Plus Implementation Project, Los Angeles County, CA » City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County Strategic Plan, San Mateo County, CA >> San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission Environmental Justice Advisors Program Organizational Development Assessment, San Francisco Bay Area, CA >> City of San Antonio Planning Department Strategic Plan, San Antonio, TX » City Parks Alliance Parks and Green Stormwater Infrastructure Initiative, Nationwide >> Health in All Policies Regional Learning Community, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, CA* >> People, Parks, and Power National Initiative, Nationwide* » American Planning Association Planners4Health Learning Series, Nationwide` » First 5 LA Built Environment Policy Advocacy Fund, Los Angeles County, CA* » Eden Area Livability Initiative Community Charrette, Alameda County, CA* *Work completed prior to joining MIG City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 19 EDUCATION » MBA, University of California, Los Angeles, Anderson School of Management » BA, Stanford University CERTIFICATIONS » Mind Body Coaching Certification, Embody Lab PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS » The Latino Giving Circle, Community Partnerships Committee » New Leaders Council, Governing Board Member, 2014-2015 » Los Angeles Education Partnership, Governing Board Member, 2018-2020 » UCLA Anderson Latino Management Alumni Association, 2017-2019 » COLAGE, Governing Board Member, 2012-2014 » Hispanic Heritage Foundation, Senior Tech Advisor, ►z•Z111► eSL Ana Sheila Victorino INCLUSIVE ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST I MIG Ana Sheila Victorino is a dynamic strategic planner and community engagement specialist focused on community -led, justice -oriented design, community building, and placemaking. Her work has helped cultivate environments —physical, digital, and cultural —where people feel safe, seen, and connected. Whether it's through a community workshop, a strategic planning process, a podcast, or a wellness initiative, Ana Sheila is most fulfilled when the work supports belonging and agency, especially for those who are often excluded. As a Mexican immigrant who first moved to a vibrant and low-resourced multicultural community in Chicago called Little Village, her formative years gave her a unique community -oriented lens and early deep curiosity about the human experience. She wanted to understand how people interact with systems, spaces, and each other. Through her time in software development as a product manager, Ana Sheila realized she craved a deeper connection to the people behind the data —to move from user experience to people experience and placemaking beyond the cloud —and wanted to make the interaction between people, systems, spaces, and each other more meaningful, equitable, and affirming. Ana Sheila brings a multidisciplinary toolkit—spanning product strategy, technology, storytelling, coaching, wellness, and community engagement strategy —to thoughtfully move forward projects that are rooted in connection, care, and collective impact. She bridges her analytical, cross -functional skillset with a people -first, justice -oriented approach to build experiences that are context -driven, ecologically rooted, and truly liberatory. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Downey General Plan and Housing Implementation, Downey, CA >> Bell Gardens Strategic Plan, Bell Gardens, CA >> SELA Cultural Center Advisory Panel Facilitation, Los Angeles, CA » LA County Internal Services Department Strategic Planning, Los Angeles County, CA >> West Hollywood Strategic Plan, West Hollywood, CA* » West Hollywood Economic Study, West Hollywood, CA* » Samtrans Safety Culture Assessment, Several Bay Area cities, CA* » Designing in Color, The Wathen Group, and Launch Latinx; Culture, Community Engagement, and Development Strategist* >> Google, Prose, Launch Latinx, Emerson Collective, and WITH is for you; Holistic Career and Brand Coach* *Work completed prior to joining MIG 20 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION » MURP, University of Southern California >> BA, Public Affairs (Urban Planning), University of Southern California Bob Prasse DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES I MIG Bob Prasse has extensive knowledge and expertise in urban planning and environmental analyses. A college class on the economics of environment peaked Bob's interest in the factors affecting the built environment, which led to a 35+-year career working with public agencies and developers throughout Southern California. With his analysis, communications, and writing skills, Bob helps clients anticipate and adjust to changing conditions while still meeting project goals related to development reviews, general and specific plans, zoning ordinances, and entitlement services. He has managed, prepared, and processed CEQA and NEPA documentation for a wide range of planning projects, including large-scale mixed -use communities, public facilities, general plans, retail centers, and warehouse/logistics complexes. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE >> Santa Fe Springs General Plan EIR, Santa Fe Springs, CA >> Whittier General Plan EIR, Whittier, CA >> Clayton General Plan EIR, Clayton, CA » Monterey Park General Plan EIR, Monterey Park, CA » Cudahy General Plan EIR, Cudahy, CA » Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR, Desert Hot Springs, CA >> Covina Town Center Specific Plan EIR, Covina, CA » Smoky Hollow Specific Plan EIR, El Segundo, CA » Duarte Station Residential/TOD Specific Plan EIR, Duarte, CA >> Arrow Highway Specific Plan EIR, Glendora, CA » Duke Realty Logistics Warehouse EIR, San Bernardino County, CA >> Compton General Plan EIR, Compton, CA* >> El Camino Bottling Plant EIR, Rancho Cucamonga, CA* » PEMCOR Business Park EIR, Menifee, CA* >> Westminster Gardens Transitional Retirement Community EIR, Duarte, CA* >> Clearwater Specific Plan and EIR, Paramount, CA* >> Paramount Housing Element Negative Declaration, Paramount, CA » Azusa Housing Element, EIR Addendum, Azusa, CA » S. Alhambra Residential Condo IS/MND, Monterey Park, CA >> Santa Ana Centennial Dog Park IS/MND, Santa Ana, CA » Condor Battery Energy Storage Facility Project IS/MND, Grand Terrace, CA *Work completed prior to joining MIG City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 21 EDUCATION >> BA, Geography/Environmental Studies, and Minor in Urban and Regional Studies and GIS and Technology, University of California, Los Angeles Sara Perez Rojas ENGAGEMENT ASSOCIATE I MIG Sara Perez Rojas is a project associate dedicated to amplifying community members' voices. She has supported numerous planning and community engagement programs for multidisciplinary projects across Southern California. Sara has successfully designed and implemented survey instruments to elicit community input over digital platforms and in paper format. With her experience and knowledge of GIS, Sara has effectively aided the visualization of data that she has adapted and applied to the production of community engagement materials and documents using Adobe InDesign. Sara utilizes her fluency in Spanish to connect and communicate with Spanish-speaking communities. Her passions and interests lie in equity, housing, transportation, social justice, and urban forestry. She aims to ensure public outreach materials that are easy to comprehend and access. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Compton 2040 General Plan, Compton, CA » Pasadena Housing Element Community Engagement, Pasadena, CA » Pasadena Safe Speed Campaign, Pasadena, CA >> Covina Active Streets, Covina, CA >> LA County and LA City Urban Forest Management Plans Engagement, Los Angeles County, CA » Broadway -Manchester Active Transportation (ATP) Equity Project, Los Angeles, CA San Gabriel Valley Greenway Network Strategic Implementation Plan, San Gabriel Valley, CA LA County Department of Parks and Recreation Parks Needs Assessment Plus (PNA+), Los Angeles County, CA » Redwood City Environmental Justice Element, Redwood City, CA >> Santa Ana Parks, Facilities, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan, Santa Ana, CA 22 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION » BA, Urban Studies, and BA, Social Ecology, University of California, Irvine Alfonso Ramirez PLANNING ASSOCIATE I MIG Alfonso Ramirez supports planning and public engagement work, contributing his Spanish language skills and adept abilities in online engagement platforms. He is passionate about work that helps advance equity in disadvantaged communities. Alfonso believes in creating spaces that are sustainable, where communities can interact with their environment in ways that promote social welfare and economic viability. He enjoys community engagement and ensuring that diverse groups of planners, community members, and stakeholders be involved in every step of the planning process. He is knowledgeable in ArcMap and GIS and uses these tools to present data to the public in a graphic, easy -to -understand manner. This empowers community members and encourages them to become actively involved in their communities and local politics. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE » Santa Fe Springs General Plan Environmental Justice Workshop, Santa Fe Springs, CA » Whittier Housing Element, Whittier, CA » Paramount Housing and Environmental Justice Elements, Paramount, CA » Garden Grove Housing Element, Garden Grove, CA » Compton 2040 General Plan, Compton, CA » Pasadena Housing Element Community Engagement, Pasadena, CA » Monrovia Environmental Justice Element, Monrovia, CA » Contra Costa County ABAG — Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Collaborative Technical Report, Contra Costa County, CA >> Redwood City Environmental Justice Element, Redwood City, CA » Santa Ana Parks, Facilities, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan, Santa Ana, CA >> Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation Parks Needs Assessment Plus (PNA+), Los Angeles County, CA City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 23 EDUCATION » MA, City and Regional Planning, University of California, Berkeley » BA, Geography/Environmental Studies and History, University of California, Los Angeles REGISTRATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS » American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), #026845 PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS >> American Planning Association » Urban Land Institute, Young Professionals in Transportation » League Certified Instructor, League of American Bicyclists Carlos Velasquez, AiCP PRINCIPAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I LOCHNER Carlos Velasquez has experience in transportation planning, general plan and specific plan circulation element updates, traffic circulation, and bicycle/pedestrian planning. He has worked on projects addressing transit operations, pedestrian circulation and safety, bikeway planning, traffic studies, and economic revitalization. He is experienced in a number of planning studies that address transportation planning for existing and planned rail transit stations and transit -oriented districts. He also has experience in conducting analyses of transit trip generation and transit system capacity, analyzing pedestrian safety issues involved with sidewalk level of service and access to/from transit stations and parking; and assistance in analyzing traffic circulation impacts and mitigation on surface streets and highways. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE >> Monterey Park Circulation Element for General Plan Update. Project Manager. Lochner updated the Circulation Element for the City of Monterey Park General Plan. Lochner forecasted the future year 2040 traffic volumes for the land use plan scenarios. To comply with SB743, Lochner estimated the vehicle miles traveled (VMT) for each land use scenario, under the existing conditions and future year 2040 settings. Lochner conducted level -of -service (LOS) analysis for more than 40 intersections by using the NCHRP765 methodology. Lochner provided mobility recommendations that incorporated improved transit use, active transportation opportunities, and the leverage of proximity to assets such as the Metro Gold Line. >> Bell Gardens Circulation & Transportation Element Update. Project Manager. The City retained Lochner to prepare their circulation element update. The project entailed re -envisioning the City's transportation network to ensure that the City is positioned for California's VMT policy and is more conducive to non -motorized transportation facilities. The Circulation Element update was incorporated into the City's overall General Plan and sought to guide the City's transportation policy over the next three decades. Carlos led the Lochner team that analyzed the existing transportation network. Lochner modeled existing and anticipated build -out VMT numbers. In the study, Lochner provided recommendations to update parking and transportation demand management policies and to reclassify any streets based on their existing volumes and anticipated usage. An assessment of micromobility strategies and microtransit was included. The study ensured that the City remains forward -thinking regarding transportation planning and policy. As Project Manager, Carlos oversaw the overall recommendations, coordinated with the client, and ensured staffing resources were adequate for completing project deliverables. Carlos worked closely with Public Works to present the proposed circulation element to City Council for formal approval. 24 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update EDUCATION MS, Urban and Regional Planning, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona BA, Environmental Studies, University of California, Santa Cruz Hilary Mau TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I LOCHNER Hilary Mau has more than 18 years of experience assisting with the preparation of transportation planning project studies for public and private clients throughout the Southern California region. Her responsibilities include preparation and review of transportation impact studies, parking supply and demand studies, shared parking analyses, traffic circulation and access studies, Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Plans, mitigation monitoring reports, and traffic signal warrant analyses. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE City of Buellton Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) & Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Guidelines. Project Planner. Lochner is preparing the City of Buellton's traffic impact analysis (TIA) guidelines as well an updated set of TIA policies that incorporate vehicle miles traveled (VMT) as a criterion in determining transportation impacts under the State's California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) required by Senate Bill (SB) 743 and the recent changes to Section 15064.3 of the CEQA Guidelines. Lochner is also developing a set of screening criteria to determine if a project would be screened out from requiring a CEQA-level TIA via the development of a Buellton-specific set of VMT criteria. City of Los Angeles Veteran Affairs West Los Angeles Master Plan. Project Planner. Originally, Lochner assisted the project team with an assessment of the traffic and parking implications of a proposed Master Plan to be developed in four phases. The traffic analyses included determining existing phase trip generation and future operating conditions at fourteen study intersections. Subsequently, we prepared an updated traffic and parking report with and analysis based on new traffic counts and an updated parking survey of the North Campus parking facilities. The existing and future conditions analysis evaluated 33 surface street intersections, 8 internal site intersections, and 10 internal site roadway segments, both without and with the project. Lochner also provided services for a master planning effort by analyzing traffic and parking impacts associated with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs preparation of a Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement and Programmatic Environmental Impact Report (PETS/PEIR) for the West Los Angeles Campus Master Plan. The analysis for the North and South Campuses included a total of 55 study intersections and 22 roadway segments. Lochner also prepared a Campus Circulation Plan, which included developing strategies for improving the efficiency and sustainability of the internal roadway network. A parking impact analysis, transit analysis, Caltrans freeway impact analysis, construction traffic analysis, and vehicle miles traveled analysis were also prepared. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 25 EDUCATION » MUP, Mobility and Transportation Planning, Price School of Public Policy, University of Southern California, Los Angeles » BA, Urban Studies and Planning/ BS, Environmental Chemistry, Revelle College, University of California, San Diego REGISTRATIONS/ CERTIFICATIONS » American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), #35558 Armin Jorgenson, AiCP TRANSPORTATION PLANNER I LOCHNER Armin Jorgenson is a Planner with an emphasis on travel demand modeling, transportation analysis, public policy, and spatial analysis. In this role, he conducts travel demand modeling analyses, assesses future land use scenarios, their effects on Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), and prepares any necessary narratives to support CEQA documents. He has supported the cities of Twentynine Palms and Palm Desert with their Caltrans ATP applications and the City of Huntington Beach with their Local Roadway Safety Plan. Prior to joining Lochner, Armin held roles at the City of Temecula, the Center for Sustainable Energy, and Omnitrans. In these roles, he produced maps, performed asset management, wrote grant applications, and made design recommendations for infrastructure projects. SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE >> City of La Habra La Habra Boulevard Specific Plan. Project Planner. Lochner is helping the City to outline future mobility improvements along the historic downtown corridor, La Habra Boulevard. Lochner is supporting the City's environmental impact report efforts by analyzing current and future Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT), as well as vehicle delay and level of service as part of proposed land use changes. Lochner is analyzing and proposing corridor improvements that focus on multi -modality and improved safety at key intersections. Improved linkages to adjacent neighborhoods are being explored as part of this effort. Lochner is assisting the City with community engagement. This involves working with staff to identify engagement opportunities and attend to receive comments on issues relating to transportation and mobility. Lochner staff are developing treatments and improvements to improve overall corridor safety, walkability, and access for users of all transportation modes. >> City of Walnut Mixed -Use Traffic Impact Analysis. Project Planner. Armin developed trip generation estimates, researched related projects, and evaluated impacts to Level -of -Service at study intersections, and analyzed Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) impacts based on land use and socioeconomic data changes, utilizing procedures found in traffic study guidelines for the City of Walnut, the County of Los Angeles, and the City of Industry. » County of Riverside University Highlands Mixed -Use Traffic Impact Study. Project Planner. This Masterplan development includes nearly 1,400 residential dwelling units, 3,500 sq. ft. commercial, 3,800 sq. ft. community center/police station, a 1.7-acre fire station, and a 3.5-acre park. Lochner's services include the preparation of a VMT and LOS traffic impact assessment. The study includes: Assessment of school queuing and pedestrian paths in vicinity of adjacent school; queuing analysis at study intersections; development of traffic calming measures on Morton Road; evaluation of roadway cross-section; and potential pre-emption of Morton Road for the proposed Fire Station. 26 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Section 3. Company Qualifications About MIG Moore lacofano Goltsman, Inc. (MIG), improves, adapts, and creates organizations, environments, and tools for human development. We are a community of designers, planners, engineers, scientists, and storytellers who engage people in creative problem -solving and collective action. We believe that the physical and social environment around us have a profound impact on our lives, and this belief shapes the principles that guide our work: >> Communities can plan their own futures. » The world needs an ecological perspective. » Great projects work for everyone. >> Elegant design inspires new thinking. >> Every project presents an opportunity to advance racial and social equity. » All work must be context driven. MIG is at the forefront of innovation. We are leading local, regional, and national planning and design initiatives to maximize accessibility and equity; engage, educate, and empower people through participatory processes; facilitate strategy development for social change; create playful and inclusive communities; reimagine streets and repurpose infrastructure; revitalize cities and restore ecosystems; and promote environmental stewardship by recognizing that the health of the natural and built world is mutually dependent. f 1 r ° N, 01! / W ° I I AREAS OF EXPERTISE >> Community -Based Planning and Visioning » General and Specific Plans » Zoning Codes and Objective Design Standards » Urban Design and Placemaking >> CEQA Documentation and Environmental Planning >> Community Outreach and Engagement » Facilitation and Consensus Building » Strategic Communications and Web Technology » Mapping and GIS Analysis >> Graphic Design and Visual Simulations >> Parks, Recreation, and Trails Planning >> Landscape Architecture >> Sustainability and Green Infrastructure Community -Based Planning. MIG offers a unique combination of community planning, urban design, and public engagement expertise that brings community interests together to frame land use, development, and urban design issues. We have a successful record in preparing General and Comprehensive Plans, Community and Neighborhood Plans, Specific Plans, and Zoning Codes that can advance a community's sustainability, livability, and economic vibrancy. We strive to conduct land use planning in a highly interactive process involving key constituent groups. This process generates a clear and collective vision of development and growth that serves as an inspirational expression of future possibilities and an overarching framework for implementation. i City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 27 Our approach is based on a thorough understanding of existing conditions and guiding regulations, efficiency, accuracy in information gathering and analysis, creativity, and innovation in collaborative problem - solving and strategic development. Innovative Skillsets. MIG has the technical and analytical capability to perform a variety of GIS analyses, including land use modeling, site suitability analysis, holding capacity and buildout analysis, data collection and conversion, database creation, and natural resource mapping. We have extensive experience using the ArcGIS family of software products and have an in-depth knowledge of ArcMap, Spatial Analyst, and 3D Analyst. We maintain an extensive database of up-to-date geospatial information. MIG incorporates GIS mapping and analysis into all of the services we provide. We analyze GIS data for baseline studies and alternatives analysis. We prepare small maps for documents and reports and large-scale maps for use in our public participation efforts. Additionally, our in-house multidisciplinary team includes seasoned professionals with exceptional qualifications in web technology, 3D/AR/VR visualization, UI/UX design, environmental graphic design, exhibit and interpretive design, and strategic communications. MIG has award -winning qualifications in translating technical and educational content into transformative digital communication strategies, websites, animations, exhibits, and visualizations. We deeply understand the dynamics of communications and human behavior. Equally important, we are adept at melding this understanding with storytelling, design, and technology to deliver state-of-the-art digital educational experiences and web applications. Community Engagement. MIG is known for effectively communicating complex issues to key stakeholders, businesses, and the public, enabling them to actively participate in policy, planning, and design processes and make informed decisions that impact every aspect of their lives. We design and implement multilevel community engagement processes aimed at increasing public understanding and participation in local planning processes. The depth of our expertise encompasses outreach and engagement in every form —in -person, written, visual, and electronic —combined with exceptional skills in facilitation and consensus building. MIG has designed and led outreach and education programs including large festivals, pop-up events, tactical urbanism, walking tours, and speaker bureaus. We have experience working with elected officials, community leaders, business representatives, and other stakeholders to assess potential issues and opportunities that can shape the community engagement process. Our Subconsultant LOCHNER Lochner provides planning, environmental, design, construction engineering and inspection, and right- of-way services for surface transportation, aviation, rail and transit clients across the United States. With offices in 22 states, Lochner's 1000+ employees are problem -solvers, driven by transforming transportation infrastructure challenges into opportunities. 28 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Loi i� Founded in 1944, Lochner's mission is to improve the lives of people and their communities. As a people - centric organization, its professionals are dedicated to transforming challenges into opportunities. Lochner leads in delivering planning, environmental, design, construction engineering and inspection, right-of-way, and drainage services for highway, bridge, rail, transit, municipal, and aviation clients across the United States In December 2022, Lochner expanded its services and geographic footprint through the acquisition of California -based KOA Corporation and Colorado - based Armstrong Consultants. In May of 2023, Lochner acquired Texas -based K. Friese + Associates, establishing and growing water/wastewater and drainage services as a core component of their civil infrastructure offering. In 2024, Lochner acquired Triunity, expanding their transit and rail practice. In January of 2025, Green International Affiliates, Inc. joined Lochner. Areas of Expertise » Mobility Planning and Transportation Engineering » Highway and Roadway Design >> Traffic Operations and ITS » Multimodal and Active Transportation (Pedestrian and Bicycle, SRTS, First Mile/Last Mile) » Complete Streets Planning & Design >> Assessment of Transportation Impacts >> Safety Implementation (HSIP, ADA, LRSP, SSARP, and SS4A) » Signals, Signing and Striping, Traffic Control Plans _ r Zvi � ►st IN 114i 1 If ® e ■ Circulation Elements. Lochner has provided general plan and circulation element services for multiple jurisdictions throughout Southern California. Blending comprehensive community outreach approaches, with planning, and engineering design and support, Lochner has been an essential partner for agencies seeking to reach their mobility goals. For such projects, Lochner has provided services such as: Travel Demand Modeling; GIS analysis, literature and policy review, existing conditions field assessments and documentation, engineering conceptual design support, cost estimation, project implementation, and grant writing. A signature feature to Lochner's approach to such studies is constructability, where Lochner's certified planners and registered civil and traffic engineers work together to ensure that circulation elements balance creative mobility approaches with widely accepted engineering standards. Such an approach has led to the successful implementation of numerous bicycle and pedestrian facilities throughout Southern California. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 29 Relevant Experience The table below and relevant projects showcased in Section 4. References, highlight the MIG's deep experience with general plans, public engagement, and implementation for communities similar in size and planning issues to the City of Rosemead. MIG GENERAL PLANS AND SIMILAR DOCUMENTS Atascadero General Plan Update, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Arcadia General Plan and Development Code, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • Baldwin Park General Plan, Health & Sustainability Element% Environmental Justice Element, and Zoning Code, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • Blueprint Denver and Comprehensive Plan, CO* • • • • • • • • • • • • Burlingame 2040 General Plan ePlan and Zoning Code, CA • • • • 610161 • • lei • 010101 • Carlsbad Growth Management Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan, NC** • • • • • • • • • • • • • Commerce General Plan, Corridor Plans & Zoning, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Compton General Plan and EIR, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Costa Mesa General Plan - Land Use and Circulation, CA • • • • • • • • • • • Covina Town Center Specific Plan and EIR, CA • • le • • • • • • • • • Cupertino General Plan, CA • • le • • • • • • • • • • • • Desert Hot Springs General Plan, CA • • 10 • • • • • • • • • • • • Downey General Plan and Specific Plan Amendments, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • El Segundo General Plan Land Use Element Update, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Garden Grove Focused General Plan Update, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Garvey Avenue Specific Plan, Rosemead, CA • • • • • • • • • • • Hayward General Plan ePlan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Lancaster Environmental Justice Element, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • La Palma General Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • La Puente General Plan and Zoning Code, CA • • • • • • • • • • Long Beach 2030 Focused General Plan - Land Use, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Monterey Park General Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • Mountain View General Plan, CA • • • • lele • 1 • • • *lei* • Paramount Housing, Safety, and EJ Elements, CA • • • • • • • • • • • Poway Road Corridor Specific Plan and EIR, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • Rancho Cucamonga General Plan, CA* • • • • • • • • 10 • • • Redwood City General Plan and Mixed Use Zoning, CA* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Rialto General Plan, CA* • • • • • • • • • • • • Richmond General Plan, CA* • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Riverside General Plan and Zoning/Subdivision Codes, CA* • • • • • • • • • • • • Rosemead General Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • San Antonio Comprehensive and SA Tomorrow Area Plans, TX* • • • • • • • • • • • • San Carlos Focused General Plan & Zoning Ordinance, CA • • • • • • • • 01 • • • • 1 • Santa Fe Springs General Plan Update, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Santa Rosa General Plan Update, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Signal Hill Focused General Plan Update, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Smoky Hollow Specific Plan Update & EIR, El Segundo, CA • • 161 • • • • • • • • • Vernon General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • Walnut General Plan and West Valley Blvd Specific Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Whittier General Plan, CA • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • *APA Award Winner ** 2023 National APA Daniel Burnham Award 30 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Section 4. References Disadvantaged Communities (DAC) ! Percentile Scores (75 to 100 = DAC) r 71 (Not a Disadvantaged Community) 1 87 89 Percentiles Scores / between 75 and 100: 90 Disadvantaged Communities 91 .- 94 -- 96 , 97 __-98 jf 537.02 535.02 Census Tract Number Existing Residential Uses (2020) r- J City Boundary 535.03 rr r h a/ eq j 536.02 535.04 Rosecrans Ave. P).0" Compton Blvd. I ., ,� ., i 538.01 Alondra Blvd. m . ai I > Q ° m E a d 538.02 ; 539.02 a I S MIG provided a Focused General Plan Update that included developing the first Environmental Justice Element for the City of Paramount, which had been contending with industrial manufacturers emitting air pollution beyond permissible thresholds. MIG collaborated with community groups and businesses to identify pollution burdens and strategies within the industrial areas of the city. To create the Environmental Justice Element, MIG took a neighborhood -based approach to identify community needs such as park access, urban greening strategies, pedestrian and bicycle safety, access to healthy foods and grocery stores, and pollution burden strategies. MIG also pinpointed areas where the concentration of industrial businesses resulted in significant air pollution and proposed measures for proper enforcement and monitoring to hold local industrial sites accountable and regulate the amount and type of pollution they release. Concurrently, MIG also prepared the 2021-2029 Housing Element, which received full compliance from the California Department of Housing and Community Development. The Housing Element included a comprehensive implementation program with approaches that addressed the sites, shortfall, new affirmatively furthering fair housing actions, and Zoning Code amendments to streamline multifamily and mixed -use housing projects. The Safety Element was also updated to comply with current State laws regarding resiliency planning. PROJECT DETAILS Location: Paramount, CA Client: City of Paramount Reference: John King, AICP Assistant Planning Director City of Paramount (562) 220-2049 jking@paramountcity.com For more information, see the General Plan Elements here City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 31 Bulldin9 Figure LU-5: Downtown Concept Diagram Dwelling Units POPulatlon 5gee1 10001lnrployees 59,32- 9,921 30,351 78,273 76,]90 54,]16 ,•.s-• r. .'�FF6111�i',, �*� - ,,..« 5,513 ID P lee RIV* ra yo.. Pe oM R.vhn � HeR twary Rarde, � Cr-wal � Darrnca Ha dWad 4Ta F. SanKh.,�LLym Soave:Gn' NLma FSpmg. i@I. MaP Dnc Fabivary <. NV3 The City of Santa Fe Springs last updated its General Plan in 1993, over 30 years ago. MIG was hired in early 2020 to completely overhaul the General Plan, including preparation of a new Environmental Justice Element. A major component of the project was updating the Housing Element for the 6th Cycle Regional Housing Needs Assessment to accommodate nearly 1,000 new housing units. MIG used GIS to analyze underutilized industrial properties, which involves measuring quality of life metrics, including classifying hazardous waste and contamination data to determine which properties could easily and safely transition to multifamily housing. Following General Plan adoption, MIG completed focused Zoning Code amendments to implement General Plan land use policies, which included creating new mixed -use zoning districts and adding standards to encourage housing production. Santa Fe Springs historically has been an industrial city, with a very engaged business sector. To balance business interests with residents' desire for additional housing and places to shop and dine locally, MIG conducted numerous listening sessions with community members, held meetings with a Council -appointed advisory group, and designed and ran an online survey. Figure LU-8: Telegraph Road/Bloomfield Avenue Infill Siti Peden-. 2--ion Oil Woll t" � --- Commerdal Cenler Com open sp.m Lrve,Work �' - Medium �nAy Re ideMbl Figure LU-9: Florence/Norwall< Boulevards Infill Site P. d. srr. nCc­__r— �Cemnere,..l C.•n,,r �'-, Medium Denvly RaWalial Med:umDeuly- Re.,de,e�l cemmm, ------ orMn sp...^ PROJECT DETAILS Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA Client: City of Santa Fe Springs Reference: Cuong Nguyen, Director City of Santa Fe Springs (562) 868-0511, ext. 7359 cuongnguyen@santafesprings.org For more information, see the General Plan Elements here 32 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update rf i J West Whittier -Los Nietos W slauson Ave - -i Mel(rbOtr Pork \ 'Canyon Rd Puente �Q Hills sce ` Preserve'�� \ .�everly Blvd Iroadway Ave HadlW St d L1 I try "Ia `Sra 111-11 ` I t Puente HIl(s Preserve o o j o• g. o MIG worked with the City of Whittier to update its General Plan. The plan establishes new policies to address sustainability, climate change, environmental justice, and community health. MIG developed an extensive community engagement program to keep residents informed and engaged throughout the process. The community engagement program includes high -touch outreach techniques, such as stakeholder interviews, community intercepts, and interactive workshops. High-tech approaches include a multimedia campaign, social media outreach, online questionnaires, and a comprehensive website. Community engagement was strategically launched to attain public feedback loops to inform the vision, guiding principles, goals and policies, and land use alternatives. Following General Plan adoption, the City retained MIG to prepare the 2021-2029 Housing Element and to undertake focused Zoning Code amendments necessary to implement housing policies and new General Plan land use designations. 5pecRc Plan v Hillside Residential tnw Density Residential (3.1-7 DU/AC) Medium Density Residential (7.1-15 DU/AC) �� Medium High Density Residential (15.1-25 DU/AC) i� High Density Residential (25.1-35 DU/AC) Very High Density Residential (35.1-55 DU/AC) NEW Mixed Use 1 (30 DU/AC) NEW Mixed Use 2140 DU/AC) NEW I� Mixed Use 31up to 60 DU/AC w/ Comm. Benefits) NEW General Commercial (C-G) C-G w/ Housing Overlay 25 DU/AC NEW Neighborhood Commercial i� office Medical NEW O Innovation NEW _ General Industrial ® Park I inch=875 feet Open Space Whittler City Boundary Golf Course Sphere ofln0uence Public and Quasi Public A i City of La Habra Heights i I_ — PROJECT DETAILS Location: Whittier, CA Client: City of Whittier Reference: Luis Escobedo, AICP, MPA Assistant Director of Community Development, City of Whittier (562) 567-9320 lescobedo@cityofwhittier.org For more information, see the General Plan Elements here City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 33 Lochner References BELL GARDENS CIRCULATION & TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT UPDATE Lochner was retained by the City of Bell Gardens to prepare their circulation element update. The project entails re -envisioning the City's transportation network to ensure that the City is positioned for California's Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy and is more conducive to non -motorized transportation facilities. The Circulation Element update will be incorporated into the City's overall General Plan and will seek to guide the City's transportation policy over the next three decades. For this project, Lochner staff analyzed the existing transportation network to determine street usage, volumes, and origin- destination pairs. Lochner also modeled existing and anticipated build -out VMT numbers. As part of the study, Lochner recommended updated parking and transportation demand management policies, and recommended any streets to be reclassified based on their existing volumes and anticipated usage. Additionally, an assessment of micromobility strategies and microtransit is also included. The study will ensure that the City remains forward -thinking when it comes to transportation planning and policy. Location: Bell Gardens, CA Reference: Chau Vu, Previously at City of Bell Gardens (Currently at City of Huntington Beach); (714) 374-5345; chau.vuC@surfcity-hb.org MONTEREY PARK CIRCULATION ELEMENT FOR GENERAL PLAN UPDATE Lochner updated the Circulation Element for the City of Monterey Park General Plan. Lochner forecasted the future year 2040 traffic volumes for the City's land use plan scenarios. To comply with S13743, Lochner estimated the vehicle miles traveled (VMT) for each land use scenario, both under the existing conditions and future year 2040 settings. Lochner also conducted level -of -service (LOS) analysis for more than 40 intersections by using the NCHRP765 methodology. In addition, Lochner provided mobility recommendations that incorporated improved transit use, active transportation opportunities, and the leverage of proximity to assets such as the Metro Gold Line. Lochner is now updating the City's roadway classifications to ensure that they are consistent with existing and anticipated land use patterns. Furthermore, Lochner is working with the City to ensure that suggested plans, policies, and programs address future transportation patterns and technologies. Transportation Networking Companies (TNCs), micro -mobility, and other trends in mobility are being addressed. Location: Monterey Park, CA Reference: Frank Lopez, Previously at City of Monterey Park (Currently at City of Laguna Beach); (949) 497-0741; flopez@lagunabeachcity.net SAN BERNARDINO GENERAL PLAN UPDATE As a subconsultant on a planning team, Lochner provided a circulation and mobility analysis for a concurrent downtown area specific plan and general plan process for the City of San Bernardino, The mobility analysis incorporated data for vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle volumes; transit ridership data to provide for an analysis of balanced transportation system; and for Complete Streets planning. The land use plan scenarios were reviewed versus mobility and transit networks. Recommendations for the development of the future mobility network included a hierarchy of priorities for transit improvements, bicycle network improvements, and pedestrian access improvements. Land use was analyzed for both the Specific Plan sub -area and the overall General Plan area, with Lochner developing three alternatives for the City. The inputs that Lochner utilized in the development of the alternatives were population/ employment details, floor area, and units for each Traffic Analysis Zone (TAZ) and sub-TAZ as defined for the analysis. A summary of trips generated by zone for each of three alternatives was developed. A vehicle miles traveled (VMT) analysis was conducted using the San Bernardino County Traffic Analysis Model (SBTAM). The VMT analysis measured the effects of the Specific Plan and overall General Plan separately. The effects on local area VMT were measured against CEQA standards. Location: San Bernardino, CA Reference: Oliver Mujica, City of San Bernardino; (909) 384-5001; mujica_ol@sbcity.org 34 City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Section 5. Standard City Contract and Insurance Requirements MIG has reviewed the Standard City Contract and Insurance Requirements included in the City's Request for Proposals and kindly requests consideration of the following modifications. 3.5.6 Indemnification: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, in any manner actually caused by the negligent acts, omissions or willful misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, designated agents, consultants and contractors arising out of or in connection with the performance of the Services, the Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all consequential damages and reasonable attorneys fees and other related costs and expenses. Consultant shall defend, at Consultant's own cost, expense and risk, any and all such aforesaid suits, actions or other legal proceedings of every kind that may be brought or instituted against City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers. Consultant shall only be responsible to defend costs according to its proportionate share of fault as determined by a court of competent jurisdiction. Section 6. Addenda Acknowledgement MIG acknowledges receipt of Q&A Responses issued on August 7, 2025, and August 13, 2025, via the PlanetBid Portal. City of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update 35 Section 7. Cost Proposal Estimated Project Cost The table provides the MIG Team's full fixed fee proposal by task to complete the Scope of Work, Professional time Is billed according to the hourly rates as presented in the table. 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Hli. 0 S0 tr SU1i 0 SO 36 �.rf�J-.Ir,J�ni 0 )0 1U9 .t19,10U s_9Ju 1�9Jn 7%MaXU (On Subco:.11a and 51-Costs) _ 55,bb8 TOTAL PROJECT COM illy 36 Clly Of Rosemead I Focused General Plan Update Attachment H Draft Professional Services Agreement AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Contract No. This AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ("AGREEMENT") is made and entered into effective as of , 20_, by and between the CITY OF ROSEMEAD, a charter law city, located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead CA 91770, ("CITY") and [inset corporation, LLC, partnership etc.], located at ("CONSULTANT"). WITNESSETH: For and in consideration of the promises and of the mutual covenants and agreements herein contained, said parties hereby agree as follows: 1. RECITALS. This AGREEMENT is made and entered into with respect to the following facts: A. CITY requires professional services ("SERVICES"); and B. On , 202_, CITY issued a Request for Proposals # ("RFP") to obtain professional services for the CITY's and CONSULTANT was selected; and C. CONSULTANT is qualified to provide those certain services to the CITY necessary for said SERVICES; and, therefore, the Rosemead City Council has elected to engage the services of CONSULTANT upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth. 2. SCOPE OF SERVICES. A. CONSULTANT shall furnish to the CITY all labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidental customary work necessary to fully and adequately perform those services described in CONSULTANT's Proposal for Services dated , ("PROPOSAL") consistent with the CITY's Request for Proposals dated ("RFP") attached hereto as Exhibits "A" and "B" respectively and hereby incorporated by reference. To the extent that Exhibits A and B are proposals from CONSULTANT, such proposals are incorporated only for the description of the scope of services and no other terms and conditions from any such proposal shall apply to this AGREEMENT. B. Performance of the SERVICES specified herein is made an obligation of CONSULTANT under this AGREEMENT, subject to any changes made subsequently upon the mutual written agreement of the parties. Professional Services contract _1 _ Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 v] C. The scope of services to be performed by CONSULTANT under this AGREEMENT shall include, but not be limited to, those services specified in Paragraph 2A hereof. D. If there is a conflict between any of the provisions of the AGREEMENT and Exhibit A, this AGREEMENT shall have priority in the interpretation of the Parties rights and obligations under this AGREEMENT. 3. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS. While performing this AGREEMENT CONSULTANT will use the appropriate generally accepted professional standards of practice existing at the time of performance utilized by persons engaged in providing similar services. CONSULTANT shall cooperate with CITY if CITY opts to monitor CONSULTANT's services. CITY will notify CONSULTANT of any deficiencies and CONSULTANT will have fifteen (15) days after such notification to cure any shortcomings to CITY's satisfaction. Costs associated with curing the deficiencies will be borne by CONSULTANT. 4. FAMILIARITY WITH WORK. A. By executing this AGREEMENT, CONSULTANT agrees that, to the best of CONSULTANT's knowledge and belief, CONSULTANT has (i) Carefully investigated and considered the scope of services to be performed; (ii) Carefully considered how the services should be performed; and (iii) Understands the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending performance of the services under this Agreement. B. If services involve work upon any site, CONSULTANT agrees that CONSULTANT has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, before commencing the services hereunder. Should CONSULTANT discover any latent or unknown conditions that may materially affect the performance of the services, CONSULTANT will immediately inform CITY of such fact and will not proceed except at CONSULTANT's own risk until written instructions are received from CITY. 5. CITY SUPERVISION. The Director of the Department of of CITY, or the Director's designee, shall have the right of general supervision of all work performed by CONSULTANT and shall be the CITY's agent with respect to obtaining CONSULTANT's compliance hereunder. No payment for any services rendered under this AGREEMENT shall be made without the prior approval of the Director of or the Director's designee. 6. FEE. Compensation to CONSULTANT for the total services pursuant to this AGREEMENT shall be in an amount not to exceed $_ Professional Services contract _2_ Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vl to be rendered 7. EXTRA SERVICES. Notwithstanding any other provision herein, no extra services shall be rendered by CONSULTANT under this AGREEMENT unless such extra services first shall have been authorized in writing by the CITY. Any such services so authorized shall be paid by the CITY at rates approved of by the CITY. 8. PAYMENT BY CITY. A. Compensation. Subject to any limitations provided in the Contract Documents, CITY agrees to pay CONSULTANT as full consideration for the faithful performance of all of the Work the total amount of Dollars ($ .00) ("Compensation"). B. Monthly Invoice. CONSULTANT must furnish CITY with an invoice for the Work performed in accordance with the Contract Documents. CONSULTANT may not submit invoices more often than once every 30 days. C. City Review of Invoices. CITY will review each invoice and determine whether the Work performed is in accordance with the Contract Documents. The Director may require CONSULTANT to provide a release of all undisputed Contract amounts contained in the invoice. D. Disputes on Invoices. If CITY disputes any item on an invoice, CITY will give CONSULTANT notice stating the reasons for the dispute. The Parties will meet and confer in good faith to attempt to resolve the dispute. E. 30 Days to Pay Invoice. Except as to any charges for the Work performed that the CITY disputes, CITY will cause CONSULTANT to be paid within 30 days of the date of the invoice or the date that CONSULTANT furnishes CITY with a release of all undisputed Contract amounts, whichever occurs later. F. Partial Invoices. In the event there is any claim specifically excluded by CONSULTANT from the operation of any release, CITY may retain an amount not to exceed the amount of the excluded claim. G. No Additional Compensation. Said compensation shall cover all expenses, losses, damages, and consequences arising out of the nature of the work during its progress or prior to its acceptance including those for well and faithfully completing the work and the whole thereof in the manner and time specified in the contract documents, and also including those arising from actions of the elements, unforeseen difficulties or obstructions encountered in the prosecution of the work, suspension or discontinuance of the work, and all other unknowns or risks of any description connected with the work. Professional Services contract _3_ Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vl 9. TERM. The term of this AGREEMENT shall expire on unless sooner terminated as provided in Section 12 herein. The CITY may extend said time of completion for delays caused by circumstances beyond the control of either party to this AGREEMENT. Should the consulting contract extend beyond the estimated time for completion of said services, CITY hereby reserves the right to continue CONSULTANT's services hereunder with any and all fees for such additional services to be compensated by the CITY at rates approved by the CITY. 10. DISPUTES AND REMEDIES. A. Claims, disputes, and other matters in question between the Parties arising out of or relating to this AGREEMENT or the breach thereof, must be resolved by the following procedure: (i) CITY and CONSULTANT will exercise their best efforts to resolve disputes through the development of a consensus. A meeting may be requested by CITY or CONSULTANT at any time for the purpose of resolving a dispute. A determination by CITY'S Director of the Department of will be made within two (2) weeks after a meeting to resolve the dispute; (ii) If unresolved within thirty (30) days, then City Manager, or his designee, will make a final determination; (iii) Following the City Manager's final determination, the Parties may submit any unresolved matters to non -binding mediation. The parties may, but are not required to be, represented by counsel in mediation; (iv) If the Parties do not agree to mediation, or if mediation does not resolve the Parties' dispute, the matter may be pursued in Los Angeles County Superior Court, or the United States District Court, Central District of California, if federal jurisdiction exists. B. The Parties' rights and remedies under this Agreement are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law. 11. PREVAILING WAGE. CONSULTANT is aware of the requirements of California Labor Code Section 1720, et seq., and 1770, et seq., as well as California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 1600, et seq., ("Prevailing Wage Laws"), which require the payment of prevailing wage rates and the performance of other requirements on "public works" and "maintenance" projects. If the SERVICES are being performed as part of an applicable "public works" or "maintenance" project, as defined by the Prevailing Wage Laws, and if the total compensation is $1,000 or more, CONSULTANT agrees to fully comply with such Prevailing Wage Laws. The CITY shall provide CONSULTANT with a copy of the prevailing rates of per diem wages in effect at the commencement of this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall make copies of the prevailing rates of per diem wages for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to execute the SERVICES available Professional Services contract _4- Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vl to interested parties upon request, and shall post copies at the Consultant's principal place of business and at the project site. CONSULTANT shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its elected officials, officers, employees and agents free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws. 12. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT. The CITY may terminate this AGREEMENT upon giving a ten (10) day advance written notice of such termination to CONSULTANT. In that event, the City Manager, or his or her designee, based upon work accomplished by CONSULTANT prior to notice of such termination, shall determine the amount of fees to be paid to CONSULTANT for such services based upon accepted accounting practices. This finding by the City Manager, or his or her designee, shall be considered by the Rosemead City Council and the Council's determination shall be final and conclusive as to the amount of such fee. 13. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. CONSULTANT shall act as an independent contractor in the performance of the services provided for in this AGREEMENT and shall furnish such services in CONSULTANT's own manner and method and in no respect shall CONSULTANT be considered an agent or employee of the CITY. 14. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS. All financial documents, data, studies, and reports prepared by CONSULTANT under this AGREEMENT are CITY's property. CONSULTANT may retain copies of said documents and materials as desired, but will deliver all original materials to CITY upon CITY's written notice. CITY agrees that use of CONSULTANT's completed work product, for purposes other than identified in this AGREEMENT, or use of incomplete work product, is at CITY's own risk. CITY will indemnify and hold CONSULTANT harmless for any use of the work product other than as contemplated by this AGREEMENT. 15. PUBLICATION OF DOCUMENTS. Except as necessary for performance of service under this AGREEMENT, no copies, sketches, or graphs of materials, including graphic artwork, prepared pursuant to this Agreement, will be released by CONSULTANT to any other person or City without CITY's prior written approval. All press releases, including graphic display information to be published in newspapers or magazines, will be approved and distributed solely by CITY, unless otherwise provided by written agreement between the parties. 16. NONASSIGNMENT. This AGREEMENT is not assignable either in whole or in part by CONSULTANT without the written consent of CITY. 17. TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER. CONSULTANT will provide CITY with a valid Taxpayer Identification Number. 18. PERMITS AND LICENSES. CONSULTANT, at its sole expense, will obtain and maintain during the term of this AGREEMENT, all necessary permits, licenses, and certificates that may be required in connection with the performance of services under this Agreement. Professional Services contract _5_ Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 v1 19. INDEMNIFICATION. A. CONSULTANT hereby agrees to the following: (i) Indemnification for Professional Services. CONSULTANT will save harmless and indemnify CITY and, at CITY's request, reimburse defense costs for CITY and all its officers, volunteers, employees and representatives from and against any and all suits, actions, or claims, of any character whatever, brought for, or on account of, any injuries, including death or damages sustained by any person or property resulting or arising from any negligent or wrongful act, error or omission by CONSULTANT or any of CONSULTANT's officers, agents, employees, volunteers or representatives, in the performance of this Agreement. (ii) Indemnification for other Damages. CONSULTANT indemnifies and holds CITY harmless from and against any claim, action, damages, costs (including, without limitation, attorney's fees), injuries, or liability, arising out of this Agreement, or its performance. Should CITY be named in any suit, or should any claim be brought against it by suit or otherwise, whether the same be groundless or not, arising out of this Agreement, or its performance, CONSULTANT will defend CITY (at CITY's request and with counsel satisfactory to CITY) and will indemnify CITY for any judgment rendered against it or any sums paid out in settlement or otherwise. B. For purposes of this section "CITY" includes CITY's officers, officials, employees, agents, representatives and volunteers. C. It is expressly understood and agreed that the foregoing provisions will survive termination of this Agreement. D. CITY does not, and shall not, waive any rights against CONSULTANT which it may have by reason of the aforesaid hold -harmless AGREEMENT because of the acceptance by CITY or the deposit with CITY by CONSULTANT, of any of the insurance policies hereinafter described in this AGREEMENT. E. The aforesaid hold -harmless AGREEMENT by CONSULTANT shall apply to all damages and claims for damages of every kind suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, by reason of any of the aforesaid operations of CONSULTANT, or any subcontractor of CONSULTANT, regardless of whether such insurance policies shall have been determined to be applicable to any of such damages or claims for damages. F. Notwithstanding any provision of this Agreement to the contrary, design professionals shall be required to defend and indemnify the CITY only to Professional Services contract _6- Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 v1 the extent allowed by Civil Code Section 2782.8, namely for claims that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the design professional. The term "design professional" includes licensed architects, licensed landscape architects, registered professional engineers, professional land surveyors and the business entities which offer such services in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Business and Professions Code. G. The provisions of this section do not apply to Claims occurring as a result of the CITY's sole negligence or willful acts or omissions. In the event of any dispute between CONSULTANT and CITY, as to whether liability arises from the sole or active negligence of the CITY or its officers, employees, or agents, CONSULTANT will be obligated to pay for CITY's defense until such time as a final judgment has been entered adjudicating the CITY as solely or actively negligent. CONSULTANT will not be entitled in the absence of such a determination to any reimbursement of defense costs including but not limited to attorney's fees, expert fees, and costs of litigation. 20. INSURANCE. CONSULTANT shall not commence work under this contract until CONSULTANT shall have obtained and shall maintain for the entire term of the AGREEMENT all insurance required by this AGREEMENT and such insurance shall have been approved by CITY as to form, amount and carrier, nor shall CONSULTANT allow any subcontractor of CONSULTANT to commence work on any subcontract until all similar insurance required of the subcontractor of CONSULTANT shall have been so obtained and approved. Any delays caused by CONSULTANT or its subcontractors' failure to procure or maintain required insurance are inexcusable and shall not be a basis for extending the time for completion, and the CITY shall not be liable for reimbursing CONSULTANT for costs due to such delay. A. WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE. CONSULTANT shall take out and maintain, during the life of this contract, Workers' Compensation Insurance and Employer's Liability Insurance for all of CONSULTANT'S employees employed to perform the SERVICES as described section 2 of the AGREEMENT; and, if any work is sublet, CONSULTANT shall require the subcontractor of CONSULTANT similarly to provide Workers' Compensation Insurance and Employers' Liability Insurance in accordance with the laws of the State of California, Section 3700 for all of the latter's employees, unless such employees are covered by the protection afforded by CONSULTANT. If any class of employees engaged in work under this AGREEMENT is not protected under any Workers' Compensation law, CONSULTANT shall provide and shall cause each subcontractor of CONSULTANT to provide adequate insurance for the protection of employees not otherwise protected. CONSULTANT shall indemnify CITY for any damage resulting to it from failure of either CONSULTANT or any subcontractor of CONSULTANT to take out or maintain such insurance. Professional Services contract _7_ Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vI (i) Workers Compensation Insurance in the amount of not less than Statutory Limits set by the State of California. (i i) Employer's Liability Insurance in the amount of not less than ONE MILLION DOLLAR ($1,000,000). B. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY, PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY, AND AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY INSURANCE. (i) Commercial General Liability Insurance. CONSULTANT shall maintain commercial general liability insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CG 00 01, in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 general aggregate, for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. The policy must include contractual liability that has not been amended. Any endorsement restricting standard ISO "insured contract" language will not be accepted. (ii) Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions) Insurance. CONSULTANT shall maintain professional liability insurance that covers the Services to be performed in connection with this agreement, in the minimum of $1,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. Any policy inception date, continuity date, or retroactive date must be before the effective date of this agreement and CONSULTANT agrees to maintain continuous coverage through a period no less than three years after completion of the services required by this agreement. (iii) Automobile Liability Insurance. CONSULTANT shall maintain automobile insurance at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CA 00 01 covering bodily injury and property damage for all activities of the CONSULTANT arising out of or in connection with work to be performed under this agreement, including coverage for any owned, hired, non -owned, or rented vehicles, in an amount not less than $1,000,000 combined single limit for each accident. Umbrella or excess liability insurance. [If required to meet higher limits]. CONSULTANT shall obtain and maintain an umbrella liability insurance policy with limits that will provide bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage liability coverage, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and employer's liability. Such policy or policies shall include the following terms and conditions: (1) A drop -down feature requiring the policy to respond if any primary insurance that would otherwise have applied proves to be uncollectible in whole or in part for any reason, other than bankruptcy or insolvency of said primary insurer; Professional Services contract -$- Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vl (2) "Pay on behalf of wording as opposed to "reimbursement"; (3) Concurrency of effective dates with primary policies. (4) Should VENDOR obtain and maintain an excess liability policy, such policy shall be excess over commercial general liability, automobile liability, and employer's liability policies. Such policy or policies shall include wording that the excess liability policy follows the terms and conditions of the underlying policies. C. PROOF OF INSURANCE. CONSULTANT shall provide certificates of insurance and required endorsements to CITY as evidence of insurance coverage required herein. Insurance certificates and endorsements must be approved by CITY prior to the commencement of work. Current certification of insurance shall be kept on file with CITY for the contract period and any additional length of time required thereafter. CITY reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, at any time. D. NOTICE TO COMMENCE WORK. The CITY will not issue any notice authorizing CONSULTANT or any subcontractor to commence work under this AGREEMENT until CONSULTANT has provided to the CITY Clerk the proof of insurance as required. E. DURATION OF COVERAGE. CONSULTANT shall procure and maintain for the contract period, and any additional length of time required thereafter, insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property, or financial loss which may arise from or in connection with the performance of work hereunder by CONSULTANT, their agents, representatives, employees, or subconsultants. F. PRIMARY/NONCONTRIBUTING. Coverage provided by CONSULTANT shall be primary and an insurance or self-insurance procured or maintained by CITY shall not be required to contribute with it. The limits of insurance required herein may be satisfied by a combination of primary and umbrella or excess insurance. Any umbrella or excess insurance shall contain or be endorsed to contain a provision that such coverage shall also apply on primary and non-contributory basis for the benefit of CITY before the CITY's own insurance or self-insurance shall be called upon to protect it as named insured. G. CITY'S RIGHTS OF ENFORCEMENT. In the event any policy of insurance required under this agreement does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced, CITY has the right but not the duty to obtain the insurance it deems necessary, and any premium paid by CITY will be promptly reimbursed by CONSULTANT or CITY will withhold amounts sufficient to pay premium from CONSULTANT'S payments. In the alternative, CITY may cancel this agreement. Professional Services contract -9- Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vl H. ACCEPTABLE INSURERS. All insurance policies shall be issued by an insurance company currently authorized by the Insurance Commissioner to transact business of insurance or is on the List of Approved Surplus Line Insurers in the State of California, with an assigned policyholder's Rating of A- (or higher) and Financial Size Category Class VII (or larger) in accordance with the latest edition of Best' Key Rating Guide, unless otherwise approved by the City Clerk's Office and Risk Management. WAIVER OF SUBROGATION. All insurance coverage maintained or procured pursuant to this agreement shall be endorsed to waive subrogation against CITY, its elected or appointed officers, agents, officials, employees, representatives and volunteers or shall specifically allow CONSULTANT or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to waive their right of recovery prior to a loss. CONSULTANT hereby waives its own right of recovery against CITY and shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subconsultants. J. ENFORCEMENT OF CONTRACT PROVISIONS (NON ESTOPPEL). CONSULTANT acknowledges and agrees that any actual or alleged failure on part of the CITY to inform CONSULTANT of non-compliance with any requirement imposes no additional obligations on the CITY nor does it waive any rights hereunder. K. REQUIREMENTS NOT LIMITING. Requirements of specific coverage features or limits contained in this section are not intended as limitation on coverage, limits or other requirements, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance. Specific reference to a given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to a given issue and is not intended by any party or insured to be all inclusive, or to the exclusion of other coverage, or a waiver of any type. If the CONSULTANT maintains higher limits than the minimums shown above, the CITY requires and shall be entitled to coverage for the higher limits maintained by the CONSULTANT. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the CITY. L. NOTICE OF CANCELLATION. CONSULTANT agrees to oblige its insurance agent or broker and insurers to provide the CITY with a thirty (30) day notice of cancellation (except for nonpayment for which a ten (10) day notice is required) or nonrenewal of coverage for each required coverage. If any of the CONSULTANT'S insurers are unwilling to provide such notice, then CONSULTANT shall have the responsibility of notifying the CITY immediately in the event of CONSULTANT'S failure to renew any of the required insurance coverages, or insurer's cancellation or nonrenewal. Professional Services contract _1 0- Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vt M. ADDITIONAL INSURED STATUS. General Liability, Automobile Liability, and umbrella/excess liability insurance policies shall provide or be endorsed to provide that CITY and its officers, officials, employees, agents, representatives, and volunteers shall be additional insureds under such policies. N. PROHIBITION OF UNDISCLOSED COVERAGE LIMITATIONS. None of the coverages required herein will be in compliance with these requirements if they include any limiting endorsement of any kind that has not been first submitted to CITY and approved of in writing. O. SEPARATION OF INSUREDS. A severability of interests provision must apply for all additional insureds ensuring that CONSULTANT'S insurance shall apply separately to each insured again whom claim is made or suit is brough, except with respect to the insurer's limits of liability. The policy(ies) shall not contain any cross -liability exclusions. P. PASS THOUGH CLAUSE. CONSULTANT agrees to ensure that its subconsultants, subcontractors, and any other party who is brough onto or involved in the project/service by CONSULTANT (hereinafter collectively "subcontractor"), provide the same minimum insurance coverage and endorsements required of CONSULTANT. CONSULTANT agrees to monitor and review all such coverage and assumes all responsibility for ensuring that such coverage is provided in conformity with the requirements of this section. However, in the event CONSULTANT'S subcontractor cannot comply with this requirement, which proof must be submitted to the CITY, CONSULTANT shall be required to ensure that its subcontractor provide and maintain insurance coverage and endorsements sufficient to the specific risk of exposure involved with subcontractor's scope of work and services, with limits less than required of the CONSULTANT, but in all other terms consistent with the CONSULTANT's requirements under this agreement. This provision does not relieve the CONSULTANT' of its contractual obligations under the agreement and/or limit its liability to the amount of insurance coverage provided by its subcontractors. This provision is intended to solely provide CONSULTANT with the ability to utilize a subcontractor who may be otherwise qualified to perform the work or services but may not carry the same insurance limits as required of the CONSULTANT under this agreement given the limited scope of work or services provided by the subcontractor. CONSULANT agrees that upon request, all agreements with subcontractors, and others engaged in this project, will be submitted to CITY for review. Q. CITY'S RIGHT TO REVISE SPECIFICATIONS. The CITY reserves the right to at any time during the term of the contract to change the amounts and types of insurance required by giving the CONSULTANT ninety (90) days advance written notice of such change. If such change results in substantial Professional Services contract Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vl additional cost to the CONSULTANT, the CITY and CONSULTANT may renegotiate the CONSULTANT'S compensation. R. SELF -INSURED RETENTIONS. Any self -insured retentions must be declared to and approved by CITY. CITY reserves the right to require that self -insured retentions be eliminated, lowered, or replaced by a deductible, or require proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administrative, and defense expenses within the retention through confirmation from the underwriter. S. TIMELY NOTICE OF CLAIMS. CONSULTANT shall give CITY prompt and timely notice of claims made or suits instituted that arise out of or result from CONSULTANT'S performance under this agreement, and that involve or may involve coverage under any of the required liability policies. T. ADDITIONAL INSURANCE. CONSULTANT shall also procure and maintain, at this own cost and expense, any additional kinds of insurance, which in its own judgment may be necessary for its proper protection and prosecution of the work. 21. NON-DISCRIMINATION. CONSULTANT shall not discriminate in its recruiting, hiring, promotion, demotion or termination practices on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, or sexual orientation in the performance of this AGREEMENT and shall comply with the provisions of the California Fair Employment and Housing Act as set forth in Part 2.8 of Division 3, Title 2 of the California Government Code; the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964, as set forth in Public Law 88-352, and all amendments thereto; Executive Order 11246; and all administrative rules and regulations issued pursuant to such acts and order. 22. UNAUTHORIZED ALIENS. CONSULTANT hereby promises and agrees to comply with all of the provisions of the Federal Immigration and Nationality Act (8 USCA 1101, et seq.), as amended; and, in connection therewith, shall not employ unauthorized aliens as defined therein. Should CONSULTANT so employ such unauthorized aliens for the performance of work and/or services covered by this AGREEMENT, and should the Federal Government impose sanctions against the CITY for such use of unauthorized aliens, CONSULTANT hereby agrees to, and shall, reimburse CITY for the cost of all such sanctions imposed, together with any and all costs, including attorney's fees, incurred by the CITY in connection therewith. 23. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. CONSULTANT will comply with all conflict of interest laws and regulations including, without limitation, CITY's conflict of interest regulations. 24. WAIVER. Waiver by any party hereto of any term, condition, or covenant of this AGREEMENT shall not constitute the waiver of any other term, condition or covenant hereof. Professional Services contract -12- Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 v I 25. ATTORNEY'S FEES. If litigation is reasonably required to enforce or interpret the provisions of this AGREEMENT, the prevailing party in such litigation shall be entitled to an award of reasonable attorney's fees, in addition to any other relief to which it may be entitled. 26. BINDING EFFECT. This AGREEMENT shall be binding upon the heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the parties hereto. 27. PROVISIONS, CUMULATIVE. The provisions of this AGREEMENT are cumulative and in addition to and not in limitation of any rights or remedies available to CITY. 28. NO PRESUMPTION RE: DRAFTER. The parties acknowledge and agree that the terms and provisions of this AGREEMENT have been negotiated and discussed between the parties and their attorneys, and this AGREEMENT reflects their mutual AGREEMENT regarding the same. Because of the nature of such negotiations and discussions it would be inappropriate to deem any party to be the drafter of this AGREEMENT; and, therefore, no presumption for or against validity or as to any interpretation hereof, based upon the identity of the drafter, shall be applicable in interpreting or enforcing this AGREEMENT. 29. ASSISTANCE OF COUNSEL. Each party to this AGREEMENT warrants to each other party as follows: A. That each party either had the assistance of counsel or had counsel available to it, in the negotiation for, and execution of, this AGREEMENT, and all related documents; and, B. That each party has lawfully authorized the execution of this AGREEMENT. 30. MODIFICATION. This AGREEMENT shall not be modified except by written agreement of the parties. 31. GOVERNING LAW. This AGREEMENT shall be interpreted and construed according to the laws of the State of California. 32. NOTICE. Whenever it shall be necessary for either party to serve notice on the other regarding this AGREEMENT, such notice may be furnished in writing by either party to the other and shall be served by personal service as required in judicial proceedings or by certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested, addressed to the parties as follows: CITY: City of Rosemead 8838 East Valley Boulevard Rosemead CA 91770 Tel: Professional services contract -1 3- Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 v] CONSULTANT: Email: Tel: _ Email: Notice will be deemed effective on the date personally delivered or transmitted by facsimile. If the notice is mailed, notice will be deemed given three days after deposit of the same in the custody of the United States Postal Service, postage prepaid, for first class delivery, or upon delivery if using a major courier service with tracking capabilities. Changes may be made in the names or addresses of persons to whom notices are to be given by giving notice in the manner prescribed in this paragraph. Changes may be made in the names or addresses of persons to whom notices are to be given by giving notice in the manner prescribed in this paragraph. 33. FORCE MAJEURE. Neither party shall be responsible for delays or failures in performance resulting from acts beyond the control of the offending party. Such acts shall include, but not be limited to, acts of God, fire, flood, earthquake, or other natural disaster, nuclear accident, explosion, war, terrorist attack, embargo, strike, lockout, riot, freight embargo, public regulated utility, or government statutes or regulations superimposed after the fact. Notwithstanding the foregoing, this provision shall only have effect if written notice of the force majeure event is given by the party claiming such excuse for delay within ten days of the commencement of such event. 34. ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION OF AGREEMENT AND SIGNATURE. The Parties agree that this AGREEMENT may be signed and transmitted by electronic mail by either/any or both/all Parties, and that such signatures shall have the same force and effect as original signatures, in accordance with California Government Code section 16.5 and Civil Code section 1633.7. 35. RECORD AUDIT. In accordance with Government Code section 8546.7, records of both the CITY and the CONSULTANT shall be subject to examination and audit by the CITY for a period of three (3) years after final payment. [SIGNATURES ON NEXT PAGE] Professional Services contract _14_ Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vl IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be executed on its effective date by their respective officers duly authorized on their behalf. ATTEST: Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Rachel Richman, City Attorney M CITY OF ROSEMEAD, a general law city Mayor "CONSULTANT" FULL NAME OF CONSULTANT TAXPAYER ID # By Print Name: Title: By Print Name: Title: Professional Services contract _1 5_ Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vl Exhibit A Proposal Professional Services contract _1 6_ Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vl Exhibit B Request for Proposal Professional Services contract _1 7_ Over $50,000 10/2025 Form 4923-0664-0215 vI