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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNC L
FROM: ANDREW C. LAZZARETTO, CITY MANAGER
DATE: FEBRUARY 27, 2007
SUBJECT: CONTRACT AGREEMENT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING
SERVICES WITH COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING SERVICES (CPS)
SUMMARY
The City has received an application from a developer who is proposing to construct an
81,000 square foot mixed use development called Big Island Plaza at 7801-7825 E.
Garvey Avenue. This site is located at the northeast corner of Garvey and Del Mar
Avenue and includes all of the parcels fronting Garvey Avenue.
Given the scope of this proposed project and the planning staffs current work plan, staff
worked with the developer to send out requests for proposals (RFP) for environmental
planning services to assist with the preparation of required California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) studies. The cost to hire the consultant will be paid for in full by the
developer.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that the City Council take the following action:
1) Authorize the Mayor to execute the contract agreement.
2) Direct staff to obtain a deposit from the developer to cover the full cost for contract
services prior to authorizing the consultant to proceed.
ANALYSIS
On January 31, 2007, the City sent out a Request For Proposals (RFP) for environmental
planning services to a list of qualified consulting firms (Attachment C). The RFP requested
consultant services to prepare all of the appropriate California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) documentation and studies. Thirteen firms were contacted, three responded with
letters of non-interest, and four submitted formal bid proposals.
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City Council Report
February 27, 2007
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The following four firms submitted two separate bid prices each based on whether the
project ends up qualifying as a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) or a full, project level
Environmental Impact Report (EIR). The cost estimates are outlined below.
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MIT. NEG. DEC.
E.I.R.
Comprehensive Planning Services (CPS)
$46,350
$108,610
Phil Martin & Associates
$59,500
$79,800
RBF Consulting
$79,045
$170,930
EDAW/AECOM
$91,750
$161,640
It is anticipated that a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) will cover the associated
environmental factors adequately for the project rather than a full EIR. However, this
cannot be guaranteed prior to completing the necessary technical studies and analysis.
Staff has selected PCS due to the lowest cost associated with completing a MND and the
reputation of PCS in the field of environmental consulting.
Reference checks were completed on CPS and responses were positive. The approval of
this contract will allow staff to manage the environmental review process without
overextending staff resources and provide a comprehensive analysis to study the impacts
that such a development would have on the surrounding neighborhoods. All associated
studies will be completed, prior to conducting the required public hearings before the
Planning Commission and City Council.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item was not a noticed public hearing item.
Submitted b
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Brad Johnson
Planning Services Administrator
Attachment A: Draft Contract Agreement
B: Proposal by CPS "Big Island Plaza"
C: Sample letter and RFP
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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
CONSULTANT AGREEMENT
This Agreement is entered into this day of March, 2007, by and between the City
Rosemead ("City") and Comprehensive Planning Services ("Consultant"). Based on the mutual
promises and covenants contained herein, the Parties hereto agree as follows.
I . RECITALS. This Agreement is made and entered into with respect to the
following facts:
A. City is desirous of preparing the appropriate level of Environmental
Documentation in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in
connection with processing a development application filed for the Big Island Plaza.
B. Consultant is qualified by virtue of experience, training, education and
expertise to accomplish these services.
2. TERM OF AGREEMENT. This Agreement shall commence upon execution
and shall continue until completion of the Services, unless earlier terminated as provided below.
A. Either party may terminate this Agreement, without cause, by giving thirty
days written notice to the other party.
B. City may terminate this Agreement for cause by giving five days written
notice to Consultant.
C. Upon termination, Consultant shall: (1) promptly discontinue all services
affected, unless the notice directs otherwise: and (2) promptly deliver to City all data, reports,
estimates, summaries, and such other information and materials as may have been accumulated
or prepared to date by Consultant in performing the services under this Agreement. whether
completed or in progress. Consultant shall be entitled to reasonable compensation for the
services it performs up to the date of termination; however, if the Agreement is terminated by
City for cause, or by Consultant without cause. City shall be entitled to deduct any costs it incurs
in payment to another consultant for Services which duplicate Consultant's Services to date. In
the event of termination for other than cause attributable to Consultant. Consultant shall be
deemed released for liability for any work assigned but not completed as of the effective date of
termination.
3. SERVICES. Consultant agrees to provide the services specified as the "Scope
of Work" in Consultant's proposal attached as Exhibit A hereto and incorporated herein by this
reference ("Services"). Unless otherwise specified herein. Consultant shall. at its sole cost and
expense, furnish all facilities, equipment and personnel which may be required for providing the
Services pursuant to this Agreement.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES. If City determines that additional services are
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required to be provided by Consultant in addition to the Services set forth above, City shall
authorize Consultant to perform such additional services in writing ("Additional Services").
Such Additional Services shall be specifically described and approved by City in writing prior to
the performance thereof. Consultant shall be compensated for such Additional Services in
accordance with the agreed upon charges therefore as set forth in the written authorization. No
compensation shall be paid to Consultant for Additional Services which are not specifically
approved by City in writing.
5. PERSONNEL. City has relied upon the professional training and ability of
Consultant to perform the services hereunder as a material inducement to enter into this
Agreement. Consultant shall provide properly skilled professional and technical personnel to
perform all services under this Agreement. In the event that City, in its sole discretion, at any
time during the term of this Agreement, desires the removal of any person or persons assigned by
Consultant to perform Services pursuant to this Agreement, Consultant shall remove any such
person immediately upon receiving notice from City.
6. PERFORMANCE BY CONSULTANT. Consultant shall maintain or exceed
the level of competency presently maintained by other similar practitioners in the State of
California, for professional and technical soundness, accuracy and adequacy of all work, advice
and material furnished under this Agreement.
7. TIMING OF PERFORMANCE. Time is of the essence with respect to
Consultant's performance of the Services required by this Agreement. Consultant shall
diligently and timely pursue and complete the performance of the Services required of it by this
Agreement.
8. MONITORING OF CONSULTANT. Consultant's performance of this
Agreement shall be continuously monitored by the City Planning Director. Consultant shall be
notified in writing of any deficiency in the perfonmance of this Agreement in a timely manner by
the City Planning Director. Consultant shall promptly cure any deficiency to the reasonable
satisfaction of the City Planning Director. All costs for such corrections shall be borne by
Consultant and shall not increase Consultant's fees due hereunder. Should the City Planning
Director determine that Consultant has not performed its obligation as stated in this Agreement
in a satisfactory manner, City may terminate this Agreement for cause as specified in Section 2
above.
COMPENSATION. Consultant shall be compensated as follows:
A. Amount. City shall compensate Consultant for services rendered
pursuant to this Agreement for a not to exceed fee of One Hundred Nine Thousand (5109,000)
Dollars. In no event shall compensation under this Agreement exceed that amount without the
prior written authorization of the City Council.
B. Invoices and Payment. Payment by City to Consultant shall be made upon
receipt and approval of monthly invoices for Services rendered based upon percentage of
completion. In order for payment to be made. Consultant's invoice must include an itemization
as to the services rendered. date(s) of service, direct and/or subcontract costs and be submitted on
an official letterhead or invoice with Consultant's name, address, and telephone number
referenced. City shall review the invoices to determine whether services performed and
documents submitted are consistent with this Agreement. Payment shall be made within thirty
(30) days following receipt of the invoice or City shall provide Consultant with a written
statement objecting to the charges and stating the reasons therefore. Payment by City under this
Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of defects, even if such defects were known to City at
the time of payment.
C. Expenses. Consultant shall not be entitled to any additional
compensation for expenses.
10. INDEMNIFICATION. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless
City, its officers, agents, employees and volunteers from any and all claims, liabilities, expenses,
or consequential darriages of any nature, including attorney's fees proximately resulting from any
act or any omission to act where a duty to act exists on the part of Consultant, its agents, officers,
employees, subcontractors, or independent contractors hired by Consultant, in the performance
of its obligations pursuant to this Agreement. This indemnity shall apply to all claims and
liability regardless of whether any insurance policies are applicable. The policy limits do not act
as a limitation upon the amount of indemnification to be provided by Consultant. This indemnity
shall not apply if the claim arises out of the sole negligence or wilful misconduct of City, its
officers, agents, employees or volunteers.
11. INSURANCE. Except as otherwise provided in the Agreement, Consultant shall
at all times during the term of this Agreement carry, maintain, and keep in full force and effect,
with an insurance company admitted to do business in California and approved by the City (1) a
policy or policies of broad-form comprehensive general liability insurance with minimum limits
of $1,000,000.00 combined single limit coverage against any injury, death, loss or damage as a
result of wrongful or negligent acts by Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, and
independent contractors in performance of services under this Agreement; (2) automotive
liability insurance, with minimum combined single limits coverage of $1,000,000.00; and (3)
worker's compensation insurance with a minimum employer's liability limit of $1,000,000.00.
City, its officers, employees. attorneys, and volunteers shall be named as additional insureds on
the policy (ies) as to comprehensive general liability, property damage, and automotive liability.
A. All insurance policies shall provide that the insurance coverage shall not be
non-renewed, canceled, reduced, or otherwise modified (except through the addition of
additional insureds to the policy) by the insurance carrier without the insurance carrier giving
City thirty (30) day's prior written notice thereof. Consultant agrees that it will not cancel,
reduce or otherwise modify said insurance coverage.
B. Consultant agrees that if it does not keep the aforesaid insurance in full force
and effect, and such insurance is available at a reasonable cost, City may take out the necessary
insurance and pay the premium thereon. and the repayment thereof shall be deemed an obligation
of Consultant and the cost of such insurance may be deducted. at the option of City, from
payments due Consultant.
C. Consultant shall submit to City (1) insurance certificates indicating
compliance with the minimum worker's compensation insurance requirements above, and (2)
insurance policy endorsements indicating compliance with all other minimum insurance
requirements above, not less than one (1) day prior to beginning of performance under this
Agreement.
12. NON-LIABILITY OF CITY. No official, employee, agent or volunteer of Cin,
shall be personally liable for any default or liability under this Agreement.
13. OWNERSHIP OF WORK PRODUCT. All documents or other information
created, developed, or received by Consultant shall, for purposes of copyright law, be deemed
works made for hire for City by Consultant as City employee(s) for hire and shall be the sole
property of City. Consultant shall provide City with copies of these items upon demand, and in
any event, upon termination or expiration of this Agreement.
14. WAIVER OR BREACH. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall
be deemed, or shall constitute, a waiver of any other provision, whether or not similar, nor shall
any such waiver constitute a continuing or subsequent waiver of the same provision. No waiver
shall be binding, unless executed in writing by the part making the waiver.
15. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. Consultant is and shall at all times remain
as to City a wholly independent contractor and shall not obtain rights to any benefits which
accrue to City employees. Neither City nor its officers, employees or agents shall have control
over the conduct of Consultant or any of its officers. employees or agents, except as expressly set
forth herein. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its
officers, employees or agents are in any manner officers, employees or agents of City.
16. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS. Consultant shall comply with all applicable
laws, ordinances, codes and regulations of the federal, state, and local government.
17. CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND REPORTING. Consultant shall at all times
avoid conflicts of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest in the performance of this
Agreement. If required, Consultant shall comply with the City's Conflict of Interest reporting
requirements.
18. EMPLOYMENT OF ALIENS. Consultant warrants it fully complies with all
laws regarding employment of aliens and others, and that all of its employees performing
services hereunder meet the citizenship or alien status requirements contained in federal and state
statutes and regulations.
19. NON-DISCRIMINATION. Consultant covenants there shall be no
discrimination based upon race. color, creed, religion, sex. marital status. age. handicap. national
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origin, or ancestry, in activity pursuant to this Agreement.
20. FORCE MAJEURE. Consultant shall not be in default for failing to perform in
accordance with the terms of this Agreement if such failure arises out of causes beyond the
control and without the fault or negligence of Consultant.
21. ASSIGNMENT. Consultant shall not assign or subcontract any of its obligations
pursuant to this Agreement, nor any part thereof, except for any monies due the Consultant,
without the prior written consent of City. Such consent by City shall not be unreasonably
withheld. Consultant shall be fully responsible to City for all work performed by assignees or
subcontractors.
22. NOTICES. Whenever it shall be necessary for either party to serve notice on the
other respecting this Agreement, such notice shall be in writing and shall be given by personal
service upon the party to be notified, or by deposit of the same in the custody of the United
States Postal Service. postage prepaid, addressed to the party to be notified as follows:
To Citv: City of Rosemead
8838 E. Valley Boulevard
Rosemead. CA 91770
Attn: City Planning Director
With a copy to: City of Rosemead
8838 E. Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, CA 91770
Attn: City Attorney
To Consultant: Comprehensive Planning Services
Joann Lombardo
P.O. Box 15592
Newport Beach, California 92659
Attn: Joann Lombardo
Notices shall be deemed to have been served upon the date of personal service or three (3)
working days after the same has been deposited in the United States Postal Service.
23. LICENSED STATUS. Consultant shall, at all times during the term of this
Agreement, have in full force and effect, all licenses required of it by law.
24. FAMILIARITY WITH WORK. By executing this Agreement. Consultant
warrants that: (1) it has investigated the work to be performed; (2) it has investigated the site of
the work and is aware of all conditions there; and (3) it understands the difficulties and
restrictions of the work under this Agreement. Should Consultant discover and, conditions
materially differing from those inherent in the work or as represented by City, it shall
immediately inform City and shall not proceed. except at Consultant's own risk. until written
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instructions are received from City.
25. PUBLIC RECORD. This Agreement is a public record of the City.
26. MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS. Consultant shall maintain for a minimum of
three (3) years from the completion date of the Services under this Agreement, the following
records:
A. All accounts and records, including personnel, property and financial,
adequate to identify and account for all costs pertaining to this Agreement and assume proper
accounting for all funds:
B. Records which establish that Consultant and all subcontractors who render
Services under this Agreement are in full compliance with the requirements of this Agreement
and all federal. state and local laws and regulations;
C. Any additional records deemed necessary by City to assume verification
of full compliance with this Agreement.
D. The aforementioned records shall be made available to City or any
authorized representative thereof upon request for audit.
27. BINDING EFFECT. This Agreement shall be binding upon the heirs, executors,
administrators, successors and assigns of the parties hereto.
28. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be interpreted and construed
according to the laws of the State of California. Any action commenced about this Agreement
shall be filed in the appropriate branch of the Los Angeles County Municipal or Superior Court.
29. SECTION HEADINGS. The Section headings used in this Agreement are for
reference purposes only and shall have no binding effect.
30. AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE. The persons executing this Agreement on
behalf of the parties warrant that they are duly authorized to execute this Agreement.
31. ATTORNEY'S FEES. In the event that legal action is necessary to enforce the
provisions of this Agreement, or to declare the rights of the parties hereunder, the parties agree
that the prevailing party in the legal action shall be entitled to recover attorney's fees and court
costs from the opposing party.
32. PREPARATION OF AGREEMENT. Should interpretation of this Agreement,
or any portion thereof, be necessary, it is deemed that this Agreement was prepared by the parties
jointly and equally and shall not be interpreted against either party on the ground that one party
prepared the Agreement or caused it to be prepared.
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33. SEVERABILITY. If any term or portion of this Agreement is held to be invalid,
illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction. the remaining provisions
of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect.
34. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement contains the entire understanding
between City and Consultant. Any prior agreement, promises, negotiations or representations
not expressly set forth herein are of no force or effect. Subsequent modifications to this
Agreement shall be effective only if in writing and signed by both parties. If any term, condition
or covenant of this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or
unenforceable, the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall be valid and binding.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and Consultant have executed this Agreement as of the
date first hereinabove set forth.
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
By:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING SERVICES
By:
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Proposal
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING
SERVICES
Submitted by:
Comprehensive Planning Semces
February 14, 2007
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Comprehensive
February 14, 2007
Mr. Brad Johnson, Planning Services Administrator
City of Rosemead
8838 E. Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, California 91770
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Planning Services
Re: Request for Proposals (RFP) - BIG ISLAND PLAZA
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING
Dear Mr. Johnson:
Thank you for the opportunity to present our proposal to prepare the environmental
assessment for the proposed mixed-use Big Island Plaza. Comprehensive Planning Services
(CPS) is a small, service-oriented company that assists public agencies with a broad range of
environmental and planning projects.
To meet the City's requirements for this project, CPS will be joined by
• Craig Neustaedter, TE, of Transportation Engineering and Planning, Inc., (TEP)
for preparation of traffic and parking studies.
• Todd Brody, Synectecology, for preparation of air quality and noise impact
studies.
CPS currently provides similar environmental consulting services to the Cities of La Verne,
Whittier, Pomona, Chino Hills, Perris, Victorville and Upland. Ninety percent of our work is
from repeat clients, which we feel attests to the quality of our work and the responsiveness of
our services.
As requested in your RFP, enclosed are three copies of our Proposal. Please don't hesitate to
contact me should you have any questions.
Yours truly,
1Joann Lombardo
enclosures
PO Box 15592 Newport Beach,California 92659 Voice: 949/650-3206 Facsimile: 949/548-6981 a-mail: joann@jalcps.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Firm Information
Contact Information
Firm Profile
Relevant Experience
Summary Description of Projects
Documentation of Projects
References
Project Approach & Scope
Project Approach
Scope of Work
Project Team
Project Team
Firm Qualifications
Resumes
Schedule and Costs
Estimated Schedule
Estimated Costs
Rate Schedule
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Table of Contents
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FIRM INFORMATION
Contact Information
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Name:
Comprehensive Planning Services
Mailing Address.
P.O. Box 15592
Newport Beach, California 92659
Street Address:
2916 Clay Street
Newport Beach, California 92663
Telephone:
949-650-3206
Fax.
949-548-6981
Primary Contact
Joann Lombardo
949-650-3206
e-mail:
Joann _ lcps.com
Firm Profile
Comprehensive Planning Services (CPS) is a small, service-oriented environmental and planning
consulting firm.
Size/Organization: Joann Lombardo is the primary consultant, administrator,
manager, technician and author of all documents at CPS. She has
on-going relationships with environmental analysts, planners,
traffic engineers, acoustical specialists, biologists, cultural resource
specialists, geologists, infrastructure engineers, graphic specialists,
and clerical support that are available to assist with the
preparation of technical studies as needed.
Cassandra Kifer is an environmental technician with CPS who
assists with environmental and planning research and document
editing.
Firm Capabilities: CPS has the technical capabilities to provide a full range of
environmental and planning services, including preparation and
peer review of the following documents:
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Environmental Services
• Environmental Assessments / Initial Studies
• Environmental Impact Reports
• Environmental Assessments / Findings of No Significant Impact
• Environmental Impact Statements
• Mitigation Monitoring Programs
• Findings of Facts and Statement of Overriding Considerations
• Air Quality Analyses
• Photo Surveys
• View Assessment Analyses
• Parking Studies
Planning Services
• Zoning Ordinances: including land use ordinances, tree
preservation ordinances, affordable housing ordinances,
mitigation fee ordinances, environmental procedure
ordinances
• General Plans: including updates of entire plans and individual
elements
• Redevelopment Plans: including plans, plan amendments and
implementation plans
• Housing Plans: including housing elements, consolidated plans,
action plans, analysis of impediments to fair housing choice
assessments
• Specific Plans
• Socio-economic Studies: including citizen surveys,
demographic projections, fiscal impact studies
• Design Guidelines.
Insurance: CPS carries professional liability and general liability insurance,
consistent with industry standards.
Firm Philosophy: Treat every project as new and very important
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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
City of La Verne - Various Environmental Reviews
Oient / Reference: Hal Fredrickson, Community Development Director, or Linda Christianson,
Senior Planner, City of La Verne, 3660 "D" Street, La Verne, CA 91750,
(909) 596-8726
Dates: 1984 - current.
Products: Environmental Impact Reports and Initial Studies/ (Mitigated) Negative
Declarations for various City and privately initiated projects. Budgets are
variable, ranging from $3,500 to $150,000 depending on scope of work
Documentation of Recent Projects:
Project Environmental Impact Report for the University of La
Verne Master Plan (January 07): The Project consisted of a multi-
phase master plan for the University of La Verne, which has a main
campus located within and adjacent to the La Verne historic downtown.
Proposed Master Plan improvements would occur in three phases: Phase
1 (1-5 years), Phase 2 (5-10 years), Phase 3 (10+ years). Build-out of
Phase I and 2 of the Master Plan, which is the focus of the EIR, is
expected to result in a net increase of approximately 50,700 square feet
of building area, approximately 50 additional dormitory beds, and
approximately 293 additional parking spaces. These improvements are
proposed to increase the amenities and services available to students and
faculty, as well as alleviate overcrowding in existing offices and
classrooms. The EIR focused on those environmental factors that would
be potentially affected by the Project, including. land use, aesthetics,
historical resources, traffic/parking, and public services. CPS was the
prime environmental consultant for this assignment, responsible for the
EIR analysis, preparation, distribution, public presentations and noticing.
Project Environmental Impact Report for the Live Oak Trail
Development (May 05): The Project consisted of 18 residential lots
and 5 common open space lots, located on one of the last undeveloped
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parcels of land in northern La Verne; and required a zone change from
Specific Plan to P-R-2-D; Tentative Tract Map, and a precise plan of
design. The EIR focused on those environmental factors that would be
potentially affected by the Project, including: land use, aesthetics, air
quality, biological resources, geology, public services (fire safety and
schools), utilities (water, wastewater and storm water drainage), and
recreation (trails). Major issues related to the EIR included: development
of mitigation measures relative to sewer connection and jurisdiction
waters. CPS was the prime environmental consultant for this assignment,
responsible for the EIR analysis, preparation, distribution, public
presentations and noticing.
City of Chino Hills - Various Environmental Reviews and Planning Assistance
Oient / Reference: Zai Abu-Bakar, Assistant Community Development Director, or
Doug La Belle, City Manager, 2001 Grand Avenue, Chino Hills, CA
91709-4869, (909) 364-2742
Dotes: 1986 - current.
Products: Environmental Impact Reports and Initial Studies/ (Mitigated) Negative
Declarations for various City and privately initiated projects. Budgets are
variable, ranging from $3,500 to $125,000, depending on scope of work.
Documentation of Recent Projects:
Review and Management of Project Environmental Impact
Report for Shoppes/Civic Center/Park Mixed Use Project (July
2005): The Shoppes at Chino Hills Project was a joint effort by the City
of Chino Hills and a developer to develop a new lifestyle center,
consisting of a regional high-end retail center with integrated office, a
civic center and multifamily residential components. Entitlements for the
project included a General Plan Amendment, Specific Plan and Zone
Change. Major project issues included traffic, drainage, air quality, noise
and biological resources. CPS' role in this project was to serve as the
City's environmental and planning project manager. CPS' responsibilities
included: review of all technical documents related to the environmental
and planning components; rewrite of major sections of the EIR document
to ensure accuracy and readability; development of mitigation measures;
preparation of Responses to Comments to the Draft EIR, Statement of
Overriding Considerations and Findings, public presentations.
Relevant Experience
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City of Whittier - Various Environmental Reviews and Planning Assistance
Gient / Reference: Don Dooley, Planning Manager, or Jeff Adams, City Planner, or Jeff
Collier, Community Development Director, City of Whittier, 13230
Penn Street, Whittier, California 90602-1772, (562) 4643380
Dates: 2003 - current
Products: Environmental Impact Report and Specific Plan Project Management, and
Initial Studies/ (Mitigated) Negative Declarations for various City and
privately initiated projects. Budgets are variable, ranging from $9,500 to
$50,000 depending on scope of work
Documentation of Recent Projects:
Whittier Boulevard Specific Plan EIR (June 2005): The Whittier
Boulevard Specific Plan project was a plan to revitalize the 7-mile
commercial corridor. Traffic was the major project issue. CPS' role in
this project was to assist the City with the review and management of
the Specific Plan and project EIR. CPS' responsibilities included: review of
project EIR; rewrite of major EIR sections; oversight of EIR traffic study;
development of mitigation measures; public presentations.
The Gables at Whittier MND(on-going): The Gables at Whittier is
an infill project located on Whittier Boulevard, an aging commercial
corridor that had recently been rezoned to allow mixed use. This project
is the first condominium project to be proposed on the Boulevard. It
proposes a 96-unit attached residential development on an approximately
4.91-acre site. The draft MND found that the proposed project could
have significant adverse impacts relative to hazards/hazardous materials,
noise and transportation/traffic. However, with the imposition of
mitigation measures delineated, all potentially significant impacts are
reduced to less than significant levels.
GRC Redevelopment Consultants, Inc. -Various Redevelopment Plan EIRs
Gient / Reference: Ernie Glover, Principal, GRC Redevelopment Consultants
701 South Parker Street, Suite 7400, Orange, CA 92868, (714) 234-1 122
Dotes: 1985 - current
Products: Environmental Impact Reports for Plans, Plan Amendments, and Project
Activities for numerous redevelopment agencies, including: Riverside,
Riverside County, Glendora, Solano Beach, Milpitas, Huntington Park,
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Monterey Park, Cudahy, Maywood, Pomona. Budgets are variable, ranging
from $25,000 to $150,000 depending on scope of work.
Documentation of Recent Projects:
Program EIR for the City of Napa Proposed Soscol Gateway
Redevelopment Project Area and Specific General Plan, Zoning
and Design Guidelines Policy Changes (on-going): The Project
involves the proposed adoption of a new 376 acre Soscol Gateway
Redevelopment Project Area, and related General Plan, zoning and design
guideline policy changes recommended by the Soscol Gateway Vision
Implementation Plan Recommendations report, endorsed by the City
Council in February 2006. The Project is intended to stimulate mixed use
development in the Soscol Gateway and adjacent downtown area. Major
issues include development within the City Rural Urban Limit line,
housing, traffic and hydrology. CPS was the prime environmental
consultant for this assignment, responsible for the EIR analysis,
preparation, distribution, and public presentations.
Project Environmental Impact Report for the Elmwood
Residential and Commercial Development Project (September
2004): This project was initiated by the Milpitas Redevelopment Agency,
jointly with the County of Santa Clara. The Project Site comprised 59
acres of surplus lands previously belonging to the Elmwood Correctional
Facility. The development included 683 residential units, approximately
180,000 square feet of auto sales uses, approximately 6.0 acres in public
park area (including trails) and another 8.4 acres of open space; and
required an amendment to the Milpitas General Plan, Midtown Specific
Plan, and Zoning Map, Tentative Map, Planned Unit Development, Site
and Architectural Approval, and a Use Permit for various exceptions to
the Project The EIR focused on those environmental factors that would
be potentially affected by the Project, including: land use; traffic and
circulation; air quality; noise; biological resources; geology and seismicity;
flooding, drainage, and water quality; cultural resources; hazardous
materials; aesthetics; utilities; and public services. Major issues related to
the EIR included: development of mitigation measures relative to sensitive
wildlife species, cultural internment sites, and drainage. A Statement of
Overriding Considerations was required. This project EIR was fast
tracked to allow required biological field surveys to proceed. CPS was
the prime environmental consultant for this assignment, responsible for
the EIR analysis and preparation.
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• The Big Island Plaza Mixed Use development is an infill project. It would replace a current mix
of vacant land, commercial, a single-family residence and a twenty-foot wide public alley with
• approximately 20,000 square feet of retail/restaurant space and 50 residential condominium
• units. The CEQA analysis for this project will focus on the net change from existing to
• proposed land uses, as well as the proposed change in land use designations from commercial
to mixed use.
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• To satisfy the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) relative to the
• project's development and operation, an Initial Study is required. Various technical studies are
• required to complete the Initial Study. These are expected to include:
• Traffic Study
• • Air Quality Study
• Noise Study
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• • Hydrology Study / Concept Drainage Plan.
• An infill project the size of the Big Island Plaza could require a Mitigated Negative Declaration
• (MND) or a project level Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Applying the findings of the
. above-listed technical studies, the Initial Study will determine whether potential adverse impacts
• associated with the project will occur, and if so, whether mitigation can be applied which would
reduce the potential impacts to less than significant levels. If the potential impacts can be
• reduced, a MND would be the appropriate CEQA documentation. If not, an EIR will be
• required to more fully assess the potential project impacts, and to consider alternatives to the
• project which could reduce impacts to less than significant levels.
• The proposed Scope of Work provided below, outlines a step-by-step process for completing
the required environmental documentation for the project Tasks I through 7 of the Scope of
• Work begin with the gathering and analysis of project information, preparation of a project
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description, completion of technical studies, and preparation of a draft Initial Study. From this
point (Task 8), a determination is made as to whether a MND or EIR is required.
Regardless of whether a MND or EIR is prepared, major issues to be addressed through the
environmental review process will include:
LAND USE
Development of the proposed mixed-use project will initiate a change along Garvey Avenue,
bringing multifamily residential into a primarily commercial area. This change is anticipated in
the City's proposed General Plan amendment. If this project precedes the General Plan
Amendment, it will require a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change. Other required
entitlements are expected to include a Planned Development application, tract map, alley
vacation.
AESTHETICS
As the first mixed use development along the Avenue, Big Island Plaza could be a prototype for
subsequent mixed-use developments. Height, setbacks, materials, massing, open space and
parking are key issues that will determine the project's compatibility with existing commercial
uses and adjacent residences. The aesthetics discussion will evaluate whether this change will
substantially degrade the existing visual character and quality of the site and its surroundings.
The aesthetics section also will address whether light and glare from the proposed
development will substantially and adversely impact day or nighttime views in the area. These
aesthetics impacts will be evaluated graphically with AutoCAD produced shade and shadow
diagrams. AutoCAD will create dimensionally accurate diagrams, illustrating in plan view the
extent of shade and shadow from the proposed four-story structure on adjacent land uses. The
diagrams will be overlaid on an aerial base. Both winter and summer analyses of shade and
shadow will be created. Special attention will be given to visual impacts of the proposed project
on adjacent residential uses.
TRAFFIC AND PARKING
Peak hour traffic generated by a four-story mixed use development will be different from a
traditional single-story commercial structure with surface parking. Requirements for parking
also will be different Appropriate parking ratios must consider guest parking needs, shared
parking from joint uses, and available street parking that could accommodate spillover parking.
Six to ten other mixed use projects are likely to develop in the vicinity of Big Island Plaza. The
cumulative impacts of these developments on traffic and parking will need to be assessed. Craig
Neustaedter, registered traffic engineer with Transportation Engineering and Planning, Inc.
(TEP), Inc., will prepare a traffic impact report that will assess impacts from the project on local
and regional traffic. If appropriate, traffic mitigation and calming strategies to minimize
neighborhood intrusion will be recommended. TEP also will evaluate on-site circulation and the
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proposed parking layout and determine whether the proposed layout satisfies requirements of
codes and regulations, specifically shared parking provisions.
NOISE
Potential nuisance noise sources associated with the development include on-site traffic/parking,
neighborhood traffic, and commercial operations, especially late evening music and restaurant
activity. Potential impacts to project residents and adjacent residents will be of particular
concern. Todd Brody of Synectecology will prepare a noise impact report that will assess the
project noise impacts, relate project noise impacts to the City Noise Element noise/land use
compatibility guidelines and other applicable noise exposure regulations, and recommend
measures to mitigate noise impacts as appropriate.
AIR QUALITY
The proposed project could increase traffic levels. This, in turn, may increase air pollutants
from vehicular traffic. In addition, the proposed development of the site including excavation of
basement parking could contribute to short-term air pollutant levels associated with
construction. Todd Brody of Synectecology will prepare an air quality impact report that will
provide an analysis of air quality impacts using computer modeling approved by the Southern
California Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and the California Air Resources Board
(ARB). Potential for any microscale air pollution "hotspot" formation will be evaluated using the
CALINE4 line source dispersion model. The analysis will include potential for nuisance impacts
on the nearest neighbors from construction dust, parking structure exhaust odor,
cookingirefuse odors from the restaurant, or other impacts due to close residential proximity.
OTHER TECHNICAL ISSUES
The environmental documentation will include discussions and analyses of Geology and Soils,
Hydrology and Drainage, and Hazardous Materials. To prepare these discussions, technical
information will be garnered from project specific technical documents provided by the
applicant, including a preliminary geotechnical report and concept grading plan, a hydrology
report and drainage plan, and a Phase I Environmental Assessment. To ensure the information
contained in these documents is accurate, City engineering staff review and concurrence will be
requested.
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Project Scope of Work
Task 1. Project Background and Orientation
The objectives of this task are to facilitate the Initial Study preparation by obtaining all the
necessary documents and background materials, to obtain a clear understanding of schedule
commitments and the City of Rosemead expectations. This task includes:
Attend a Project Initiation meeting with the City and applicant (if invited by City). During
this meeting, all available project documents will be obtained, including but not limited to:
• City General Plan and Land Use Plan map; General Plan EIR; Zoning Code and map
• Preferred Initial Study, EIR format and public notice formats; Local City of Rosemead
environmental processing guidelines; Protocol for distributing notices and documents,
including numbers of paper and CD-ROM copies required
• Agency distribution list; Identification of interested groups
• Staff comments on the project application; List of cumulative projects
• Project application; Site plan (in full scale and 8"xI I" and in graphic digital format);
Project elevations (in full scale and 8"xI I" and in graphic digital format); Site photos
and aerial map in graphic digital format, if available
• Geotechnical Study, Grading Plan, Phase I Assessment, Hydrology Study, Drainage Plan
and other studies as required by the City.
• Field visit of site.
Products: (1) Project Schedule for both MND and EIR; (2) Memorandum summarizing data
received, any data outstanding and list of potential key project issues.
Task 2. Project Description
Based on information received and reviewed during Task 1, a project description will be
prepared for review by the City that will describe:
• Project components, including: applications required; uses by square footage; building
dimensions including height, setback and FAR; parking; landscape and open space
features; on- and off-site improvements.
• Project location.
• Project background.
• Project objectives.
• Project development assumptions.
• Project schedule and phasing.
Products: (1) Project description.
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Task 3. Traffic Study / Parking Study
The traffic and parking studies will be prepared by TER Inc. Both studies will be prepared in
accordance with accepted professional transportation engineering standards. Primary tasks
related to the traffic and parking studies are as follow:
Traffic Study
• Determine project mixed use trip generation; calculate internal capture and pass-by
trips
• Field Review
• Traffic Counts: 8 intersections/ 3 segments
• Scenario Analysis - five alternatives/ ICU method
1) Existing conditions
2) Year of project opening without project
3) Year of project opening without project
4) General plan build out without project
5) General plan build out with project
• Site access controls: two driveways maximum
• Identify mitigations, if needed
• Prepare draft and final reports.
Parking Study
• Survey parking utilization of existing public parking 500 ft. within project site
• Calculate parking requirement per City code and ITE guidelines
• Calculate overall site parking utilization per ULI shared parking guidelines
• Identify mitigations, if needed
• Prepare draft and final reports
Task 4. Air Quality Study
The air quality study will be prepared by Synectecology. Potential impacts will be determined
based on significance criteria provided by the SCAQMD as presented in the SCAQMD CEQA
Air Quality Handbook as well as the provisions set forth in the federal and State Ambient Air
Quality Standards. Primary tasks related to the air quality study are as follow:
• Describe Existing Setting
• Determine Construction Impacts - The proposed project includes demolition, grading
and construction ultimately resulting in the addition of new land uses. Based on the
proposed changes, emissions will be calculated based on methodology provided with the
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URBEMIS2002 air quality model. These emissions will be assessed for their potential to
exceed the Localized Significance Threshold values recently instituted by the SCAQMD
either using literature values, or using the USEPA SCREEN3 dispersion model.
• Operational Impacts - Operational emissions generated by project implementation and
its land use revisions center on mobile sources. Using data generated in the provided
traffic analysis, project-associated emissions for the proposed land use revisions will be
quantified using the URBEMIS2002 vehicle emissions model. Other emissions are
associated with the use of natural gas for space and water heating, landscape and
structural maintenance equipment, and consumer aerosol products. A review of the
project's consistency with the SCAQMD Air Quality Management Plan would be
included. To determine roadway intersections prone to increases in CO concentrations,
select intersections will be modeled for exceedance of State and federal Ambient Air
Quality Standards for CO using the CALINE4 Air Distribution Model.
• Identify mitigations, if needed
• Prepare draft and final reports.
Task S. Noise Study
The noise study will be prepared by Synectecology. Potential impacts will be related to the City
of Rosemead Noise Element land use compatibility guidelines and local ordinance and
appropriate mitigation measures will be developed as necessary. Primary tasks related to the
noise study are as follow:
• Describe Existing Setting - A field visit shall be performed and existing noise level
measurements will be obtained within the project area. If reasonably feasible,
simultaneous vehicle counts for the roadway shall also be obtained during the
measurement(s). These counts may be used to demonstrate compatibility and calibrate
the Sound32 Noise Model, as applicable.
• Construction Impacts - Construction-generated noise impacts may be produced from
the use of heavy equipment, haul trucks, and worker vehicles. Noise-related impacts
from project construction will be identified using accepted noise data applicable to
construction equipment
• Operational Impacts - Two types of operational impacts are possible. The project could
create a significant impact if it were to site a sensitive land use in an incompatible area
due to excessive noise. Furthermore, the project could create a significant impact if it
were to substantially raise the ambient noise levels at any sensitive receptor locations.
The analysis shall examine both of these scenarios. Using the provided "with project" or
"build out" traffic volumes, traffic noise shall be modeled using the Caltrans Sound32
Noise Model and impacts to the proposed land use will be compared with the goals of
the City of Rosemead General Plan Noise Element Noise levels in excess of those
specked in the Element shall be considered as potentially significant
• Identify mitigations, if needed
• Prepare draft and final reports
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Task 6. Shade and Shadow Analysis
The shade and shadow analysis will be prepared by DKP, Inc. using AutoCAD. The analysis will
be graphically presented in plan view on an aerial of the site and surrounding area. Both
summer and winter diagrams will be prepared.
Task 7. Initial Study
Based on the project description prepared during Task 2 and technical studies prepared during
Task 3-6, the Initial Study will be prepared for review by the City. Careful consideration will be
given to the development of mitigation measures.
Products: (1) Draft Initial Study (5 copies plus digital copy).
Task 8. MND vs. EIR
At this point, based on the findings of the Initial Study and determination by City Staff, a
decision will be made. If the decision is the proceed with a MND, the Initial Study will be
finalized; a notice of intent to adopt a mitigated negative declaration will be prepared and issued
to the County Clerk and as required by City Staff. This Scope of Work would then jump to
Task 15, Public Hearings. If the decision is to prepare an EIR, the Initial Study will be finalized; a
notice of preparation will be prepared and issued to the County Clerk and State Clearinghouse
and as required by City Staff. This Scope of Work would then proceed to Task 9.
Products: (1) Distribution ready Initial Study (up to 20 copies and one reproducible
original; one digital copy)
(2) Applicable notice.
Task 9. Service Provider Letters
To supplement information obtained through the Notice of Preparation process, letters will be
submitted to each agency providing services to the project site. The letter will request
information from the agencies regarding existing and planned capacities, and their ability to
serve the proposed development.
Products: (1) Service provider letters (to be sent via first class mail).
Task 10. Scoping Meeting
A Scoping meeting will be conducted. Exhibits and handouts will be provided with input from
the City.
Products: (1) Scoping meeting
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Task 11. NOP Comments
Both NOP and Scoping comments will be reviewed; EIR scope will be reviewed to ensure all
salient issues are being addressed. If necessary, modifications to EIR or technical study scopes
will be discussed.
Task 12. Screencheck Draft t EIR
A Screencheck Draft EIR (SCEIR) will be prepared for the City review and comment The
SCEIR will be a complete draft document, containing all sections of the Draft EIR. It will be
prepared in clear, concise language with ample use of exhibits and graphics to illustrate key
project issues. Anticipated contents of the SCEIR are identified below:
I. SUMMARY - This section includes: Summary Project Description; Areas of Controversy
and Issues to be Resolved; Summary of Impacts and Mitigation Measures; Summary of
Project Alternatives. The summary will contain a matrix of project impacts, mitigation
measures and significance after mitigation by environmental topic.
2. INTRODUCTION - This section includes: Purpose, Intent and Scope; Authority; Project
Proponent; Incorporation by Reference from other documents; Relationship of the Project
to Other Planning Documents; Effects Found Not to be Significant
3. PROJECT DESCRIPTION - (See Task 2 discussion, above.)
4. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSES - This section provides an assessment of each
environmental topic identified as potentially significant in the project Initial Study (Task 3,
above). This assessment includes: discussions of environmental setting and existing
conditions; thresholds of significance (based on CEQA guidelines, City Procedures for the
Implementation of CEQA, and direction from City Staff); project impacts; mitigation
measures; and impacts after mitigation. Environmental topics expected to be addressed in
the EIR include: Land Use, Aesthetics, Population and Housing, Traffic and Parking, Air
Quality, Noise, Geology and Soils, Hydrology/Drainage/Stormwater, Hazardous Materials,
Public Services and Public Utilities.
5. PROJECT ALTERNATIVES - The EIR will analyze up to three project alternatives: two
alternative development scenarios and the mandatory "no project" alternative. Each
alternative will be evaluated according to the environmental topics covered by the EIR;
quantitative analyses of each alternative for traffic, noise, air quality and shade and shadow
will be included. A matrix summarizing the alternatives and their impacts will be prepared;
the alternatives will be rated, and the environmentally superior alternative identified.
6. SIGNIFICANCE AFTER MITIGATION - This section will include a summary of. Irreversible
unavoidable impacts; Growth Inducing Impacts; Cumulative Impacts.
7. INFORMATION SOURCES - This section will contain: Bibliography; Persons and
Organizations Contacted; Preparation Staff.
8. PROJECT GLOSSARY - A listing of technical terms and acronyms used in the EIR will be
provided at the front of the document to assist the community in their review of the EIR.
Products: (1) SCEIR (5 review copies plus digital copy).
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Task 13. Draft t EI R
Subsequent to receiving and incorporating the City input, the Draft EIR (DEIR) will be prepared
and distributed.
Products: (1) DEIR (20 paper copies, one original, 25 CD Rom copies; mailing of NOA via
first class mail to up to 30 recipients; mailing to State Clearinghouse and County Clerk via
overnight mail).
Task 14. Responses to Comments / Findings and Statement of Overriding
Considerations / Final EIR
Following the public review period for the DEIR, responses to comments received will be
prepared for review and comment by the City. Tasks include:
• Prepare draft responses to comments.
• Prepare final responses to comments.
• MITIGATION MONITORING MATRIX - A Mitigation Monitoring Matrix will be
prepared, identifying implementation responsibility for any and all mitigation measures
identified in the EIR.
• FINAL EIR - Prepare a Final EIR incorporating comments, response to comments and
mitigation monitoring matrix.
• STATEMENT OF FINDINGS AND OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS (SOC) - These
elements will be prepared as required by CEQA.
Products: (1) Response to comment letters (assume 40 hours of required response
preparation time); Findings and SOC as required.
(2) FEIR (5 copies plus one digital) .
Task U. Public Hearings
Attend and present at public hearings as required.
Products: (1) Public Hearings (two).
Task 16. Notice of Determination
Within five days of MND or EIR certification, the Notice of Determination will be prepared and
filed. Payment of County and De Minimus filing fees will be the responsibility of the City or
applicant.
Products: (1) NOD, copy to State and/or County).
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PROJECT TEAM
For this project, we have assembled a team of very experienced professionals with a strong
desire to work with the City of Rosemead. Each member of our team is a principal member of
his or her firm. Our Project Team will be headed by Joann Lombardo. She has long standing
working relationships with each of the team members.
Our Project Team consists of the following key firms and individuals:
• Comprehensive Planning Services (CPS) - Joann Lombardo, principal and owner of
CPS, will be the Principal-in-Charge, Project Manager, day-to-day contact, and primary
author of the environmental documents.
• Transportation Engineering and Planning, Inc. (TEP) - Craig Neustaedter, principal
and owner of TEP and registered traffic engineer, will prepare the traffic and parking
study for the project
• Synectecology - Todd Brody, principal and owner of Synectecology will prepare the air
quality and noise impact studies for the project Todd, who also extensive experience
preparing environmental documents, will serve as assistant project manager should
Joann require back-up to complete the project
These are the individuals who will be working on the project Because these team members are
principals of their respective firms, they are committed to treating this project as very important
and ensuring its successful completion. Complete qualifications and resumes for Project Team
members follow.
In addition to these key members, Perry Burch, certified AutoDesk technician and instructor and
principal AutoCAD operator at DKP, Inc., will be responsible for preparation of AutoCAD
shade and shadow analyses.
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FIRM QUALIFICATIONS
Comprehensive Planning Services (CPS) is a small, service-oriented planning and
environmental consulting firm. Areas of expertise include policy planning; land use planning;
preparation of CEQA and NEPA environmental impact analyses; air quality studies; housing
studies and socio-economic assessments.
Representative Services:
Environmental Assessments:
Environmental planning assistance, both in the
preparation and review, of Environmental Assessments, Initial Studies, Environmental
Impact Reports, Environmental Impact Statements, Mitigation Monitoring Programs,
Findings and Statements of Overriding Consideration.
Planning Studies: Advanced planning assistance in both the preparation and review of
General Plans, Housing Elements, Circulation Elements, Specific Plans, Master Plans, Land
Use Plans, Zoning Ordinances, Socio-economic Studies, and Site Planning Studies.
Current planning services including: Variances, Conditional Use Permits, Precise Plans of
Design, Development Agreements, Tract/Parcel Maps, Use Determinations and other
applications.
Representative Projects
Environmental Assessments:
University of La Verne Master Plan EIR
City of Napa Proposed Soscol Gateway Redevelopment Project Area and
Specific General Plan, Zoning Policy Changes Program EIR
City of La Verne Puddingstone Hill Specific Plan EIR
City of La Verne Live Oak Trails EIR
Grace Church of La Verne EIR
City of Chino Hills Commons EIR
City of Pomona Mission Boulevard Mixed Use Projects MND
City of Upland Foothill Walk Infill Residential MND
City of Upland Benson and 15" Infill Residential MND
City of Milpitas Elmwood Residential and Commercial Development Project
Comprehensive Planning Service
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City of Milpitas Midtown Area Redevelopment Plan Program EIR
City of Pomona Downtown Plan EIR
City of San Gabriel Multistory Commercial EIR
Old Town Lompoc Redevelopment Plan Amendment Nos. I and 2 Program EIRs
City of Westminster Infrastructure Revitalization Plan Program EIR
City of Chino Hills Walnut Glen Revised EIR
City of Half Moon Bay Downtown Community Plan EIR
City of Riverside Arlington Center Redevelopment Plan Amendment EIR
City of Riverside Magnolia Center Redevelopment Plan EIR
Riverside County Eagle Mountain Redevelopment Plan EIR
Riverside County El Cerrito Redevelopment Plan Amendment EIR
Riverside County Homeland Redevelopment Plan Amendment EIR
Riverside County Thousand Palms Redevelopment Plan EIR
Riverside County Homeland Redevelopment Plan Amendment EIR
Riverside County Jurupa Valley Redevelopment Plan EIR
City of La Verne General Plan Update EIR
City of La Verne Environmental Processing Guidelines
West Anaheim Commercial Corridors Redevelopment Plan EIR
Town of Apple Valley Redevelopment Project Area No. 2 EIR
Ontario Guasti Plaza Specific Plan EIR
Planning.
City of Victorville Comprehensive General Plan Update
City of Canyon Estates Housing Element Update
City of Rolling Hills City of Grand Terrace Housing Element Update
City of Chino Hills Housing Element Update
City of Chino Hills Development Code Update
Grand Terrace General Plan Circulation and Housing Elements
City of Los Alamitos General Plan Update
City of Grand Terrace General Plan Update Updates
City of Chula Vista General Plan Update
City of Moreno Valley Circulation Element Update
City of Upland Circulation Element Update
City of La Verne Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan Amendment
Yucaipa Redevelopment Agency Uptown District Specific Plan
Cypress Redevelopment Agency Lincoln Avenue Specific Plan
Comprehensive Planning Services
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Joann Lombardo- Principal
Joann Lombardo is an environmental and urban planner with over twenty-five years
experience. Areas of expertise include preparation of CEQA and NEPA
environmental impact analyses; policy planning; land use planning; housing studies and
socio-economic assessments. Her range of experience includes assignments with
over fifty western United States communities, allowing her to work effectively with
city staff and the public, and to ensure quality work products within established time
frames.
Credentials:
Masters of City and Regional Planning, Harvard University Kennedy School of
Government, 1982
Urban Design Studies, Harvard University Gund School of Design, 1980
Bachelor of Art, American Studies/Economics, Reed College, 1978
Publications:
"Arterial Access Management Issues/Opportunities - Three California Case Studies",
National Research Council, Transportation Research Board
"Foothill Boulevard - Transition form Service Road to Access Guidelines",
Institute of Traffic Engineers
"Homeless in our Cities", Orange County Magazine
Appointments:
Orange County Transportation Commission Measure M Citizen Oversight
Committee Member
County of Orange Bicycle Trails Committee Past Member
City of Newport Beach Bicycle Trails Committee Past Member
City of Newport Beach Historic Preservation Committee Past Member
Professional History:
Comprehensive Planning Services - Principal (1993 - current)
P&D Technologies - Senior Manager (1985 - 1993)
City of El Segundo - Planner/Housing Specialist (1983 -1985)
City of Downey - Housing & Redevelopment Specialist (1981-1983)
Harvard University - Teaching Assistant - Economics, Forecasting (1980 - 1981)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Public Information Specialist (1978 - 1979)
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Transportation Engineering and Planning, Inc.
Phone: 909 263-0383
Craig S. Neustaedter, P.E., AICP P.O. Box 18355
California License # TR1433 Irvine, CA 92623
PROFESSIONAL RESUME
EDUCATION
M.S.C.E. received from the University of California, Irvine. Major fields of study: transit planning,
environmental analysis, traffic engineering, and travel demand forecasting.
Honors: Recipient of National Highway Institute Fellowship for Graduate studies.
B.A. received from the University of Colorado, Boulder.
Graduate of Certificate Program in Engineering Management, University of California, Irvine
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS AND AFFILIATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer (Transportation, CA license # TR 1433)
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
Institute of Transportation Engineers, Fellow
Forensic Expert Witness Association
American Planning Association
American Public Works Association
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Forensic Engineering Technical Group
Orange County Traffic Engineers Council (OCTEC)
Riverside - San Bernardino Institute of Transportation Engineers (RSBITE)
Traffic Signal Association of the Inland Empire
PROFESSIONAL AND ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES
Instructor, University of California, Riverside Extension - Fundamentals of Transportation Engineering
Member, Cal State University, San Bernardino - Leonard University Transportation Center Advisory Board
Member ITE Technical Council Committees: Refinement of Traffic Forecasts; Transportation Expert
Information Notebook
Author: "Fontana Truck Trip Generation Study", September. 2003
"Arterial Access Management Issues and Opportunities, Three Southern California Case Studies",
Transportation Research Board, August 4, 1993;
AChorro Street Area Traffic Calming Plan, A Case Study of Residential Traffic Control=, Institute of
Transportation Engineers District 6, July, 1997;
"Demand Predictive Models Based On Omnitrans Route 61 Ridership Data", Institute of Transportation
Engineers District 6, July, 2002.
Technical Committee Chairman, RSBITE (1995 through 2004)
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
On-call Traffic and Transportation Consultant to Local Governments - Colton, Whittier, San Luis Obispo,
Grand Terrace, Banning, Loma Linda, Fontana, Palm Desert, Omnitrans (San Bernardino County).
Traffic Engineering _ Ontario New Model Community Access Management Plan; Traffic Safety
Investigations for Loma Linda, Colton, and Grand Terrace; Traffic Control Plans and Signing and Striping
Plans for Banning, Colton, Fontana, Moreno Valley, Tustin, and Irvine; Over 500 Traffic Speed Zone Studies
for Palm Desert, Moreno Valley, Grand Terrace, Whittier and Colton.
Transportation Infrastructure Financing - Circulation Impact Fee Programs for the Irvine Business
Complex and Cities of Grand Terrace, Moreno Valley, Colton, Yucaipa, and Whittier. Grant preparation for
federal surface transportation act (CMAQ, STP, TEA,) programs. Other programs including SB 821,
SRTS, HES, OTS.
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Transit and TDM Studies - Demand Predictive Models Based On Omnitrans Route 61 Ridership Data; North
State Route 57 Corridor Transit System Opportunities and Options Study; Orange County Master Plan Study for
Park and Ride Facilities; Study of the Effectiveness of Shared Ride Incentives; San Joaquin Hills Transportation
Corridor Transit Demand Analysis, Anaheim Tour Bus Study.
Computer Modeling - Upland Traffic Demand Model, Fontana Travel Demand Model, North-South Corridor
Model, Hawaii Kai Traffic Model, Santa Ana Heights/John Wayne Airport Traffic Model, Laguna Niguel Traffic
Model, North Orange County Circulation Study Model.
Corridor Studies -Whittier Blvd Specific Plan Traffic Study; Foothill Blvd. Improvement Plan (Fontana); Las
Virgenes Road Corridor Design Plan; North/South Corridor Study; 1-5/San Joaquin Hills Transportation
Corridor Confluence Area Traffic Study; Moulton Parkway Super Street Feasibility Study; Foothill Blvd. Vision
Plan (Upland) - Traffic Technical Report; Cajalco / SR 91 Systems and Funding Alternatives Analysis; San
Joaquin Transportation Corridor West End Conceptual Design; Live Oak Canyon/1-10 Interchange Circulation
and Prioritization Study.
EIR/General Plan Traffic Studies - La Verne Circulation Element Update, Loma Linda Circulation Element,
Grand Terrace Circulation Element Update, Village 34 General Plan Amendment and Zone Change; Irvine
Business Complex Supplemental EIR; Irvine Conservation/Open Space Element General Plan Amendment;
Irvine Business Complex Five Year Circulation Phasing Improvement Program; John Wayne Airport/Santa
Ana Heights; Laguna Niguel Comprehensive Traffic Study.
Parking Studies - University Village, Pomona Parking Study, Mission Promenade Shared Parking Analysis,
City of Fontana Fast Food Restaurant Parking Analysis, Shared Parking Analyses for various projects
throughout Southern California.
Site Impact Studies - Site impact studies for development projects in California and Hawaii, including
residential, retail, commercial office, industrial, golf courses, hospitals, parking facilities, commercial and
general aviation airports, parks, multi-modal facilities, mixed use developments, and government facilities.
Bicycle Facilities - San Sevaine Creek Bike Trail TEA Application, City of Fontana; City of Grand Terrace
Bike Trail Plan (AB 1020); City of Moreno Valley Bike Trail Plan; Village 38 Bike Trail Study, City of Irvine;
Moulton Parkway Bike Trail Study, County of Orange; California Aqueduct Bike Trail Conceptual Design,
Moreno Valley.
LIST OF REPRESENTATIVE CLIENTS
Regional Agencies - San Bernardino Associated Governments, Riverside County Transportation
Commission, Orange County Transportation Corridors Agency, Orange County Environmental Management
Agency, Riverside County Transportation Department, Omnitrans.
Municipalities -Santa Ana, Colton, Loma Linda, Yucaipa, Upland, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Grand
Terrace, San Bernardino, Calimesa, Brea, Diamond Bar, Buena Park, Yorba Linda, Fullerton, Placentia, Irvine,
San Juan Capistrano, Palm Desert, Anaheim, Corona, Pomona, Escondido, San Diego, Laguna Beach,
Palmdale, Calabasas, Chino Hills, San Luis Obispo, La Verne, Whittier.
Developers - Arteco Partners, Barclay Associates, Walmart, ARCO Oil and Gas Company, Santa Anita Land
Development Company, Unitex Management Corporation, Bedford Properties, Bixby Ranch Company, Alper
Development/ Hunter's Ridge, 3M Property Management Company, San Manuel Indians Reservation, Carl
Karcher Enterprises, Lewis Homes, Trimark Pacific Homes, Stratham Homes, Western Pacific.
Miscellaneous - Salvation Army, San Antonio Hospital (Upland), Loma Linda Cancer Research Institute,
Orange County Marathon, Orange County Fair, HNTB Corporation, John Wayne Airport (Orange County,
GSA), RRM Design Group, The Dike Partnership, UMA Engineering, Fluor Daniel.
TEP, Inc.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Synectology - Todd Brody
DESCRIPTION OF THE FIRM
Derived from the two words, "synectic" meaning a theory or system of problem-stating
and problem-solution based on creative thinking within a carefully selected small group
of individuals of diverse personality and areas of specialization and "ecology" dealing with
the interrelationship of man and the environment, Synectecology was established in
1994 to answer the call for personalized service at an economical rate.
The firm's principal and founder, Todd Brody, has over 27 years of experience in the
environmental consulting field in Southern California. His broad background includes
project management, air emissions analysis and modeling, noise analysis, traffic analysis,
and environmental site assessments and remediation programs for toxicities and
hazardous wastes. Projects have been performed for both the public and private sector
including the military, the Corps of Engineers, various state and local governmental
agencies, and planned unit developers.
His background in the preparation of CEQA and NEPA documentation is extensive. He
was instrumental in the preparation of the South Coast Air Quality Management
District's 1993 CEQA Air Quality Handbook, providing methodology used in the
determination of volatile organic compound emissions from the application of
architectural coatings. This methodology has been carried over and is now used in the
URBEMIS2002 computer model distributed by the SCAQMD. He is working with the
SCAQMD on the preparation of the new, still to be released, Air Quality Handbook, as
well as other on-going SCAQMD projects.
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Todd P. Brody
EDUCATION:
1978, California State University, Northridge, California
B.A., Environmental Biology, Cum Laude
SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND:
Mr. Brody is a Senior Environmental Scientist/Project Manager for both CEQA and
NEPA documents including the preparation of specialized technical analyses for air
emissions, noise, and traffic analyses, and environmental site assessments for toxic and
hazardous wastes. In his over 27 years of experience, he has performed projects for
private and public sectors (local, state, and federal), and the military. His expertise also
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QUALIFICATIONS
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includes the preparation of proposals, qualifications packages, brochures, and SF
254/255s. As Project Manager, he has been responsible for client, and agency contacts,
and for management of technical and cost controls of subcontractor and in-house staff
efforts.
RANGE OF EXPERTISE:
Mr. Brody has served as Project Manager on CEQA and NEPA documentation for
projects for military base operations improvements, container tank farm modifications,
and air quality and noise elements of General Plans, and commercial and industrial
development. Over the last 17 years, Mr. Brody has prepared these assessments for
well over 500 projects including, but not limited to, recreational facilities, roadway
improvements, water reservoir and water pipeline projects, natural gas pipeline
projects, landfills, hazardous waste treatment facilities and waste residuals repositories,
waste transfer and minimization stations, geothermal projects, marine terminal facilities,
mining operations, beach erosion control projects, port and harbor improvement
projects, military base BRAC closure actions, and military facility improvement projects.
Mr. Brody has also prepared air quality, noise, and traffic assessments for a number of
General Plans, EIRs for Master Plans, General Plans, and Specific Plans, and for city
planning elements of Master and General Plans for a range of industrial, commercial,
residential, and recreational developments.
Mr. Brody is current on various air and noise computer models, has implemented
changes to improve the efficiency of some of these models, and has programmed
specialized models when no commercially available software was available. Air quality
analysis includes the use of EMFAC2002, BURDEN2002, URBEMIS20002, CALINE4,
DTIM, MAAQI, and EPA SCREEN, as well as AP-42, "A Compilation of Air Pollutant
Emission Factors," distributed by the EPA. Mr. Brody has written air quality models to
determine air emissions for both construction and project occupancy. He developed
methodology for determining emissions from paint and architectural coatings, which was
ultimately adopted into the South Coast Air Quality Management Districts CEQA Air
Quality Handbook for Preparing Environmental Impact Reports (released April 1993) as well
as the URBEMIS7 and URBEMIS2002 computer models and was directly responsible for
many revisions to the Handbook.
He performs noise analyses using on-site noise measurements, computer models, and
literature review. He is current on the both the Federal Highway Administration
(FHWA) and Sound32 noise models, which uses noise profiles updated for the
California area (CALVENO version) and has had the FHWA version revised to his
specifications for direct readout of both CNEL and Ldn noise levels. Additionally, he
has written noise propagation models in MathCAD when no commercially distributed
models were available.
Synectecology
QUALIFICATIONS
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SCHEDULE AND COST ESTIMATES
Estimated Schedule
The schedule will be driven primarily by the technical studies. Eight weeks, approximately two
months, are expected to be required to complete the studies. The Initial Study with MND is
expected to be completed by week 11, an approximately 2-1/2 to 3 month schedule. An EIR
would require considerably more time, with expected completion of a Draft EIR by week 16,
and a Notice of Determination by week 27, approximately a 6 month schedule.
BIG ISLAND PLAZA
ESTIMATED SCHEDULE
Task
Task Start Week
Task Completion
Week
I. Project Background and
Orientation(l)
Week I
Week 2
2. Project Description
Week 2
Week 3
3. Technical Studies
Week 2
Week 9
4. Draft Initial Study
Week 2
Week 10
5. Initial Study - MND (2)
Week 9
Week 11
6. Initial Study - MND Public Hearings
Week 14
Week 15
7. Draft EIR (3)
Week 10
Week 16
8. Draft EIR 45 Day Review
Week 17
Week 23
9. Final EIR
Week 23
Week 25
10. Public Hearings
Week 25
Week 27
I I . Notice of Determination
Week 27
Week 27
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BIG ISLAND PLAZA
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BIG ISLAND PLAZA
ESTIMATED SCHEDULE
Notes:
(I) Receive all materials listed in Scope of Work
(2) Staff comments on Initial Study within one week
(3) Staff comments on SCEIR within two weeks.
Estimated Cost
Project costs are presented below, assuming both an Initial Study with MND and a project level
EIR. An EIR would require considerably more cost than the MND.
BIG ISLAND PLAZA
ESTIMATED COSTS
Task Hours
Traffic Study
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Parking Study
Air Quality Study
Noise Study
Shade and Shadow
Initial Study MND 100
Total Cost with MND (1)
EIR 516
Technical Studies Review of Alternatives
Total Cost with EIR
Notes:
(1) Assumes 2 public hearings; 2 staff meetings
(2) Assumes 2 public hearings; 4 staff meetings.
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Schedule and Cost
BIG ISLAND PLAZA
Reimbursables cost
$15,000
$15,000
7,000
3,000
$7,000
$3,000
4,000
$4,000
7,000
$6,000
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2,500 59,260
3,000
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Rate Information
Hourly rates for Project Team staff time associated with this scope of work are as follows:
• Comprehensive Planning Services - Principal:
• Comprehensive Planning Services - Technician:
• TEP - Principal:
• TEP - Assistant:
• Synectecology
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Schedule and Cost
BIG ISLAND PLAZA
$110
$ 65
$120
$ 80
$100.
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MAYOR:
GARY A. TAYLOR
MAYOR PRO TEM:
JOHN NUn)EZ
COLINCILMEMBERS:
MARGARET CLARK
JAY T. IMPERIAL
JOHNTRAN
January 31, 2007
URS Corporation
Frank B. Wein, DPDS, FAICP
911 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 800
Los Angeles, CA 90017-9491
Dear Environmental Consultant:
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This letter is requesting that you prepare a proposal to prepare the required CEQA related documents
and technical studies for the attached mixed use project proposed for "Big Island Plaza" in the City
of Rosemead. The City has six to ten, proposed, inixed-use projects that are in various stages of
conceptual development and limited staff resources to complete the necessary related CEQA
documents.
Attached is an RFP and the conceptual design for one of these projects. The City is requesting
proposals for your firm to complete the work on this project. Although it does not initially appear
that a complete EIR would be required for a project of this size and scope, the required technical
studies have not been completed to justify the level of environmental review required. We would
request that your proposal include utilizing your firm or a sub-consultant team to also complete at a
minimum the necessary traffic, air quality, noise, shade/shadow studies to accompany the supporting
environmental documents for the proposed project. This project is supported by the City and we do
not anticipate any public opposition or controversy related to the proposed project.
The Citv.is requesting a quick turn around on this RFP with a due date of February 14, 2007 at 6:00
pm. We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. If you have any further questions with
regards to this request, please do not hesitate to call me. My phone number is (626) 569-2141.
Sincerely,
Brad son
P1amlina Services Manaaer
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8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD • P.O. BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569.2100
FAX (626) 307.9218
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS- CITY OF ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Environmental Consulting Services to the City of Rosemead Community Development
Department. Please Respond Immediately - Deadline February 14, 2007
The City of Rosemead Planning Department seeks a qualified firm to provide environmental
consulting services. Each of the firms being contacted has been pre-qualified for this purpose on
the basis of extensive reference checks; the City seeks to expedite the selection process.
The City may initially select a single firm for each of the projects under consideration, but may
also choose to pre-select firms for future projects among the several private party and
redevelopment agency projects under active negotiation. To this extent, proposals submitted for
this process serve as both specific proposals for the one site under consideration, and Statements
of Qualifications for future work within the City of Rosemead.
ABOUT THE TASKS
The City of Rosemead Community Development Department is working on six development
projects along Garvey Avenue and Valley Boulevard. All of the projects involve mixed-use
developments consisting of ground floor commercial/restaurant and residential condominiums
two to three floors above. These projects currently will need to be entitled using a Planned
Development Overlay zone, however a comprehensive general plan update is underway and will
completed within the next four to five months. The new general plan land use designations is
proposed to allow mixed use projects at higher densities than the existing general plan currently
allows for. The environmental review scope of work requested for the first of these projects is
outlined in Attachment A -Scope of Work.
Site "A" Description
The approximately 1.1 acre project site is located on the northeast corner of Garvey and Del Mar
Avenues. The site is currently developed with a mix of vacant land, approximately 6,568 square
feet of commercial uses, a 1,080 square foot, single-family residence and a twenty foot wide
public alley. The project proposes to remove the on-site uses and construct a four story, mixed-
use development with approximately 20,000 square feet of retail/restaurant space along the first
floor and 50 residential condominium units for the second through fourth floor. Parking is
proposed as a combination of surface and 1.5 stories of subterranean basement parking. The city
is proposing to participate by vacating the existing public alley that bisects the site. The project
has not completed any technical studies to date. Please refer to Attachment B for conceptual
project site plans and elevations.
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ABOUT THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
Rosemead, 10 miles northeast of Los Angeles,
The community has substantial commercial land, is well connected to transportation, and
possesses a richly, diverse demographic base. Strong municipal services and specialized
programs distinguish Rosemead as one of the region's leading communities in which to live and
work.
The Organization
Rosemead operates under the Council/Manager form of government. The Council is elected at
large to four year, overlapping terms. The Mayor is elected by a majority vote of the City
Council and rotates each year. The City Manager is appointed by, and serves at the pleasure of,
the Council. Andrew C. Lazzaretto has served as City Manager since March 2006. The Council
serves as the City's Community Development Commission (redevelopment agency), with the
City Manager acting as the executive director.
The Planning Department Under the direction of the Community Development Director, Jesse
Duff, the Community Development Department combines the functions of economic
development, redevelopment, planning, engineering, public works, building and safety and code
enforcement. The Planning Division, managed by Planning Services Administrator, Brad
Johnson, has three full-time staff members and one part-time staff.
Rosemead Community Development Commission
Under its current management, the City has worked aggressively to establish a progressive
program of redevelopment and economic development. In 2000, the City established the second
Rosemead Redevelopment Project Area (RDA#2) along Valley and Rosemead Boulevards. A
second redevelopment project area comprising of two commercial corridors, Garvey Avenue and
portions of San Gabriel Boulevard was established in 1972. The Community Development
Commission is staffed by the Community Development Department under the direction of the
Executive Director (City Manager), Community Development Director, and the
Redevelopment/Economic Development Manager. Staffing for the economic development
division includes a Redevelopment/Economic Development Manager, Brian Saeki.
The Work Program
The community has expressed a great need for new commercial developments including mixed-
use projects with housing located above ground floor retail/ national/regional retailers; as a
result, the City and Agency have a total of at least six different sites under negotiation, most
within the redevelopment project area. The Agency proposes in the short term to undertake
environmental impact reports or mitigated negative declarations on three specific sites that have
reached a phase in the development process where sufficient information exists to prepare a
project description; as other sites come to the same point, this selection process will have
identified those consultants from which the City/Agency may directly obtain services.
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KEY ISSUES
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While the range of issues identified for each of those sites which may ultimately require an
environmental impact report vary, at a minimum the key issues to be addressed include
circulation and traffic impacts, infrastructure (including underground utilities, lighting and
sewerage), air quality, noise, aesthetics, geology and soils and land use. A full description of
work scope appears as Attachment A.
FIRM QUALIFICATIONS
In selecting one firm to provide these services, the City of Rosemead seeks the following
qualifications:
1. Education, experience, and background in environmental consulting.
2. Qualifications of the Proposal Team. Has the firm been in this type of business for a
reasonable length of time? Are referenced prior consulting engagements clearly related
to the scope of services desired?. Were clients of this firm satisfied that they received
high quality professional work?
3. Adequacy of the consultant's staff to perform the work, including sufficient depth of staff
to ensure completion in the event the assigned principals or project managers are unable
to perform their duties.
4. Outstanding communication and work skills, including the ability to work in a team
environment within a public atmosphere that is demanding.
5. Documentation of errors and omissions insurance, other insurance as required by City
policy, and equal employment opportunity as required by law.
6. For continuing services subject to annual renewal, willingness to participate in an annual
cost-effectiveness and performance evaluation in writing by the City's finance director
and community development director prior to contract renewal.
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Proposal Review
Selection will follow these steps:
1. Proposal Review: Upon receiving a satisfactory number of proposals, candidates and
firms will be evaluated by Community Development personnel. If needed, the best-
qualified firms will be invited to participate in an interview.
2. Interview: If needed, a panel consisting of at least three individuals, of City of Rosemead
personnel, and planning staff, will interview Firm/s. Each firm will be given an hour's
space, with the first 10 minutes allocated for a brief presentation. Work samples are
encouraged, fancy audio-visual presentations are discouraged.
3. Professional Services Agreement: Upon identification of a preferred provider, the
Community Development Director will request a professional services agreement subject
to negotiation of precise work program, terms of payment, and other City requirements.
4. Contract Approval and Execution: The City Manager or designee will present the
agreement to the City Council for approval and execution.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
All proposals shall include the following material:
1. Contact Information: name, address and contact information including fax, e-mail and
other means of reaching the firm.
2. Firm Profile: including size and organization, rates, functions and capabilities, and firm
philosophy.
3. Relevant Experience and Skills: focusing on the specific needs identified in this proposal,
including a description of at least three (but no more than six) prior assignments of the
firm during the past five years in which services similar in scope to those outlined in this
RFP. Each description must be limited to one page. For each of these prior assignments,
provide the following:
a. The name of the organization, mailing address, contact name and telephone
number. The dates during which the services were performed.
b. A summary of the products delivered for the contracted work.
4. Project Approach, where applicable, including an outline of how services would be made
available to the City.
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Project Team, including precise designation of responsible principals and project
manager handling day-to-day work program; names and resumes of back-up personnel
supporting the project manager; and designation of an alternate project manager in the
event illness or other occurrence prevents the project manager from overseeing the
contract.
6. Resumes of Key Project Personnel demonstrating experience and capabilities in the
subject areas requested.
Documentation of Recent Projects specifically addressing the types of work products and
activities contained in the request for proposals; the budget employed; references or
contacts currently available to answer City questions.
8. Current and Accessible References. References must have experience with the particular
individuals assigned rather than to the firm. Proposal should be clear and correct with
respect to what firm the respondent was with when performing the work.
9. Falsification of work experience by documenting projects not handled by the firm or
individuals will be grounds to eliminate the proposal from further consideration.
10. Cost breakdown. A bid proposal for one initial study and negative declaration or EIR
with a dollar amount break down is requested along with hourly rates for the team's
personnel.
11. Timeline. A detailed timeline should be provided for the environmental documents
including the initial study and either a mitigated negative declaration or an EIR proposal.
Please submit three copies of the firm's/individual's proposal no later than Wednesday, February
14th by 6:00 p.m. to:
Brad Johnson, Planning Services Administrator
8838 E. Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, California 91770
Postmarks will not be accepted. This RFP does not obligate the City to enter into a
contract should project circumstances change.
Should you have any questions, please contact Brad Johnson, Planning Services Administrator
(bwjohnson@cityofrosemead.org) at (626) 569-2140 extension 141. We look forward to
receiving your proposal.
Attachments:
A. Scope of Work
B. Conceptual Plans
C. Distribution List
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Attachment A -Scope of Work
CEQA related Tasks:
Project scoping
i. Research and investigation.
ii.. Agency Consultation.
iii. Field Reconnaissance.
iv. Initial Study.
v.. Notice of Preparation
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2. Preparation of Administrative Draft EIR, Mitigated Negative Declaration, or Negative
Declaration.
i. Executive summary.
ii. Introduction and purpose.
iii.Project description.
iv. Cumulative projects to be considered.
v. Environmental analysis
(a) Land use
(b) Population and Housing
(c)Aesthetics
(d) Traffic and parking
(e) Air quality
(f)Noise
(g)Geology and soils
(h) Hydrology/Drainage/Stormwater
(i) Hazardous materials
O)Public services and utilities.
vi.Growth inducement.
vii. Cumulative impacts.
viii. Graphic Exhibits
3. Draft Neg. Dec., MND, or EIR
i. Preliminary Draft Neg. Dec., MND, or EIR.
ii. Completion of the Draft Neg. Dec., MND, or EIR
Final Neg. Dec., MND, or EIR
i. Response to comments - administrative final Draft Neg. Dec., MND, or EIR.
ii.. Mitigation monitoring and reporting program (if required).
iii. Final Neg. Dec., MND, or EIR
5. Finding and statement of overriding Considerations (if required)
6. Project Coordination, meetings and hearings
Attachment C - Distribution List
RFB Consulting
Collette L. Morse, AICP
14725 Alton Parkway
Irvine, CA 92618-2027
Phone:9498553653
Fax: 9498374122
Email:cmorse@rbf corn
EIP Associates
Teri Vitar
12301 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 430
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone:3102688132
Fax: 3102688175
Comprehensive Planning Services
Joann Lombardo
P.O. Box 15592
Newport Beach, CA 92659
Phone:9495486981
Fax: 9495486981
Email: joann@jalcps.com
EDAW
800 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 270
Pasadena, CA 91101-2103
Phone:6263040102
Fax:6263040402
URS Corporation
Frank B. Wein, DPDS, FAICP
911 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 800
Los Angeles, CA 90017-9491
Phone:2139962200
Fax: 2139962458
Civic Solutions
Jennifer Lilley
31726 Rancho Viejo Road
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Phone:7144469965
Fax: 7146800625
Email: lilley@civicsolutions.com
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ECORP Consulting, Inc.
Attn: Kathy Kondor
Director of Marketing
1801 East Park Court Place
Building B, Suite 103
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Phone:9093070046
Fax: 9093070056
Email: ecorp@ecorpconsulting.com
PCR Services Corporation
233 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 130
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Phone:3104514488
Fax: 3104515279
Email: b.barakett@pcrnet.com
Alta Planning + Design
707 C St.
San Rafael, CA 94901
Phone:4154828660
Phil Martin & Associates
Attn: Phil Martin
1990 W. Corporate Way
Anaheim, CA 92801-5373
Phone:9492500503
Fax: 9496600920
Email: pmartin@philmartinassociates.com
Crawford, Multari, Clark
641 Higuera Street, Suite 302
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone:8055412622
Fax: 8055415512
cmca@cmcaplans.com
Impact Sciences
Attn: Marina
803 Camarillo Springs Road, Suite Al
Camarillo, CA 93012
Phone:8054371900
Fax: 8054371901
Email: paula@impactsciences.com
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Jones and Stokes
Attn: Lee Lisecki
811 W. 7`h Street, Suite 800
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Phone: 2136275376
Fax: 2136276853
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