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CONTRACT 6025 Professional Services Agreement CLOSEDAgreement No. 6025 Agreement No. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AND SAGECREST PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. This AGREEMENT is made and entered into this I day of 021, by and between the CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, a municipal corporation a�gener- I law city ("CITY") and SAGECREST PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL, INC., a California Corporation ("CONSULTANT"). The parties agree as follows: 1. CONSIDERATION. A. As partial consideration, CONSULTANT agrees to perform the work listed in the SCOPE OF SERVICES, below; B. As additional consideration, CONSULTANT and CITY agree to abide by the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement; C. As additional consideration, CITY agrees to pay CONSULTANT for a sum not to exceed a total of $50,000 for CONSULTANT's services for the entire term of this Agreement. CITY may modify this amount as set forth below. Unless otherwise specified by written amendment to this Agreement, CITY will pay this sum as specified in the attached Exhibit "B," which is incorporated by reference, 2. SCOPE OF SERVICES, A. CONSULTANT will perform services listed in the attached Exhibit "A," which is incorporated by reference. B. CONSULTANT will, using a standard of care equal to, or greater than, the degree of skill and diligence ordinarily used by reputable professionals, with a level of experience and training similar to CONSULTANT, performing under circumstances similar to those required by this Agreement, furnish all of the labor, technical, administrative, professional and other personnel, all supplies and materials, equipment, printing, vehicles, transportation, office space and facilities, and all tests, testing and analyses, calculation, and all other means whatsoever, except as herein otherwise expressly specified to be furnished by CITY as specified in Exhibit A, Scope of Services, necessary or proper to perform and complete the work and provide the professional services required of CONSULTANT by this Agreement. 3. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS. While performing this Agreement, CONSULTANT will use the appropriate generally employed professional standards of practice existing at the time of performance utilized by persons engaged in providing similar services in the same vicinity. CITY will continuously monitor CONSULTANT's services. CITY will notify CONSULTANT of any deficiencies and CONSULTANT will have 15 days after such notification to cure any shortcomings to CITY's satisfaction. Agreement No. 6025 4. PAYMENTS. For CITY to pay CONSULTANT as specified by this Agreement, CONSULTANT must submit a detailed invoice to CITY that lists the hours worked and hourly rates for each personnel category and reimbursable costs (all as set forth in Exhibit B) the tasks performed. If the CITY agrees with all of the information listed in the invoice, CITY will then pay CONSULTANT from the Developer/Applicant account created for the project. In the event that the Developer / Applicant account does not have sufficient funds for payment of CONSULTANT's services, CITY will notify CONSULTANT in writing to suspend any work under this Agreement until the account is replenished by the Developer/Applicant. The CITY is not responsible for the cost of any of CONSULTANT's services after the date of such written notice, unless and until the Developer/Applicant account is replenished with sufficient funds. This Agreement will cover only those costs incurred for which Developer / Applicant funds are available. 5. POLITICAL REFORM ACT. CONSULTANT agrees that it will be considered a public official subject to the Political Reform Act of 1974 for purposes of this Agreement. CONSULTANT agrees and warrants that it has no financial interests which may be materially affected by the project(s) for which it is performing services. Such financial interests may include, without limitation, interests in business entities, real property, or sources of income exceeding $500 received within the past year. CONSULTANT further warrants that, before executing this Agreement, it reviewed the Political Reform Act of 1974 and the Fair Political Practices Commission regulations, including, without limitation, Chapter 7 of Title 2 of the California Administrative Code, Section 18700, et seq., in order to determine whether any conflict of interest would require CONSULTANT to refrain from performing the services or in any way attempting to use its official position to influence the governmental decisions underlying the subject project(s). 6. FAMILIARITY WITH WORK. A. By executing this Agreement, CONSULTANT agrees that it has;. Carefully investigated and considered the scope of services to be performed; Carefully considered how the services should be performed; and ii. Understands the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending performance of the services under this Agreement. B. If services involve work upon any site, CONSULTANT agrees that CONSULTANT has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, before commencing the services hereunder. Should CONSULTANT discover any latent or unknown conditions that may materially affect the performance of the services, CONSULTANT will immediately inform CITY of such fact and will not proceed except at CONSULTANT's own risk until written instructions are received from CITY. Page 2 Agreement No. 6025 7. KEY PERSONNEL. A. CONSULTANT's key personnel assigned to perform work under this Agreement and their level of responsibility are as follows but is not limited to: Ron Vargas, Assistant Planner B. The resume of each of the individuals identified in this Section are attached to this Agreement, collectively, as Exhibit C, and incorporated by reference. C. In the event CITY objects to the continued involvement with this Agreement by any of the persons listed in this Section, or any other person selected by CONSULTANT to perform services under this AGREEMENT, CONSULTANT agrees that it will replace such persons with individuals that are agreed to by CITY. 8. TERM. The term of this Agreement will start on the Effective Date and end on December 31, 2023. Unless otherwise determined by written amendment between the parties, this Agreement will terminate in the following instances: A. Completion of the work specified in Exhibit A, B. Termination as stated in Section 15. 9. TIME FOR PERFORMANCE, A. CONSULTANT will not perform any work under this Agreement until: CONSULTANT furnishes proof of insurance as required under Section 23 of this Agreement; and CITY gives CONSULTANT a written notice to proceed, B. Should CONSULTANT begin work on any phase in advance of receiving written authorization to proceed, any such professional services are at CONSULTANT's own risk. 10. TIME EXTENSIONS. Should CONSULTANT be delayed by causes beyond CONSULTANT's control, CITY may grant a time extension for the completion of the contracted services. If delay occurs, CONSULTANT must notify the Manager within 48 hours, in writing, of the cause and the extent of the delay and how such delay interferes with the Agreement's schedule. The Manager will extend the completion time, when appropriate, for the completion of the contracted services. 11. CONSISTENCY. In interpreting this Agreement and resolving any ambiguities, the main body of this Agreement takes precedence over the attached Exhibits; this Page 3 Agreement No. 6025 Agreement supersedes any conflicting provisions. Any inconsistency between the Exhibits will be resolved in the order in which the Exhibits appear below: A, Exhibit: A: Scope of Work. B, Exhibit: B: Budget C. Exhibit: C: Resumes 12. CHANGES. CITY may order changes in the services within the general scope of this Agreement, consisting of additions, deletions, or other revisions, and the contract sum and the contract time will be adjusted accordingly. All such changes must be authorized in writing, executed by CONSULTANT and CITY. The cost or credit to CITY resulting from changes in the services will be determined in accordance with written agreement between the parties. 13. TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER. CONSULTANT will provide CITY with a Taxpayer Identification Number. 14. PERMITS AND LICENSES. CONSULTANT, at its sole expense, will obtain and maintain during the term of this Agreement, all necessary permits, licenses, and certificates that may be required in connection with the performance of services under this Agreement. 15. WAIVER. CITY's review or acceptance of, or payment for, work product prepared by CONSULTANT under this Agreement will not be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights CITY may have under this Agreement or of any cause of action arising from CONSULTANT's performance. A waiver by CITY of any breach of any term, covenant, or condition contained in this Agreement will not be deemed to be a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other term, covenant, or condition contained in this Agreement, whether of the same or different character. 16. TERMINATION, A. Except as otherwise provided, CITY may terminate this Agreement at any time with or without cause. B. CONSULTANT may terminate this Agreement at any time with CITY's mutual consent. Notice will be in writing at least 30 days before the effective termination date. C, Upon receiving a termination notice, CONSULTANT will immediately cease performance under this Agreement unless otherwise provided in the termination notice. Except as otherwise provided in the termination notice, any additional work performed by CONSULTANT after receiving a termination notice will be performed at CONSULTANT's own cost, CITY will not be obligated to compensate CONSULTANT for such work. D. Should termination occur, all finished or unfinished documents, data, studies, surveys, drawings, maps, reports and other materials prepared by Page 4 Agreement No. 6025 CONSULTANT will, at CITY's option, become CITY's property, and CONSULTANT will receive just and equitable compensation for any work satisfactorily completed up to the effective date of notice of termination, not to exceed the total costs under Section 1(C). E. Should the Agreement be terminated pursuant to this Section, CITY may procure on its own terms services similar to those terminated. F. By executing this document, CONSULTANT waives any and all claims for damages that might otherwise arise from CITY's termination under this Section. 17. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS. All documents, data, studies, drawings, maps, models, photographs and reports prepared by CONSULTANT under this Agreement shall become CITY's property, upon CONSULTANT's receipt of full payment for services rendered. CONSULTANT may retain copies of said documents and materials as desired but will deliver all original materials to CITY upon CITY's written notice. CITY agrees that use of CONSULTANT's completed work product, for purposes other than identified in this Agreement, or use of incomplete work product, is at CITY's own risk. 18. PUBLICATION OF DOCUMENTS. Except as necessary for performance of service under this Agreement, no copies, sketches, or graphs of materials, including graphic art work, prepared pursuant to this Agreement, will be released by CONSULTANT to any other person or public CITY without CITY's prior written approval. All press releases, including graphic display information to be published in newspapers or magazines, will be approved and distributed solely by CITY, unless otherwise provided by written agreement between the parties. 19. INDEMNIFICATION. A. CONSULTANT agrees to the following: Indemnification for Professional Services. CONSULTANT will save harmless and indemnify and at CITY's request reimburse defense costs for CITY and all its officers, volunteers, employees and representatives from and against any and all suits, actions, or claims, of any character whatever, brought for, or on account of, any injuries or damages sustained by any person or property resulting or arising from any negligent or wrongful act, error or omission by CONSULTANT or any of CONSULTANT's officers, agents, employees, or representatives, in the performance of this Agreement, except for such loss or damage arising from CITY's sole negligence or willful misconduct. Indemnification for other Damages. For claims arising out of the performance of non-professional services only, CONSULTANT indemnifies and holds CITY harmless from and against any claim, Page 5 Agreement No. 6025 action, damages, costs (including, without limitation, attorney's fees), injuries, or liability, arising out of this Agreement, or its performance, except for such loss or damage arising from CITY's sole negligence or willful misconduct. For claims arising out of the performance of non-professional services only, should CITY be named in any such suit, or should any claim be brought against it by suit or otherwise, arising out of this Agreement, or its performance, CONSULTANT will defend CITY (at CITY's request) and will indemnify CITY for any judgment rendered against it or any sums paid out in settlement or otherwise. B, For purposes of this section "CITY" includes CITY's officers, officials, employees, agents, representatives, and certified volunteers. C. It is expressly understood and agreed that the foregoing provisions will survive termination of this Agreement. D. The requirements as to the types and limits of insurance coverage to be maintained by CONSULTANT as required by Section 22, and any approval of said insurance by CITY, are not intended to and will not in any manner limit or qualify the liabilities and obligations otherwise assumed by CONSULTANT pursuant to this Agreement, including, without limitation, to the provisions concerning indemnification. 20. ASSIGNABILITY. This Agreement is for CONSULTANT's professional services. CONSULTANT's attempts to assign the benefits or burdens of this Agreement without CITY's written approval are prohibited and will be null and void. 21. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. CITY and CONSULTANT agree that CONSULTANT will act as an independent contractor and will have control of all work and the manner in which it is performed. CONSULTANT will be free to contract for similar service to be performed for other employers while under contract with CITY. CONSULTANT is not an agent or employee of CITY and is not entitled to participate in any pension plan, insurance, bonus or similar benefits CITY provides for its employees. Any provision in this Agreement that may appear to give CITY the right to direct CONSULTANT as to the details of doing the work or to exercise a measure of control over the work means that CONSULTANT will follow the direction of the CITY as to end results of the work only. 22. AUDIT OF RECORDS. CONSULTANT will maintain full and accurate records with respect to all services and matters covered under this Agreement. CITY will have free access at all reasonable times to such records, and the right to examine and audit the same and to make transcript therefrom, and to inspect all program data, documents, proceedings and activities. CONSULTANT will retain such financial and program service records for at least 3 years after termination or final payment under this Agreement. Page 6 Agreement No. 6025 23. INSURANCE, A. Before commencing performance under this Agreement, and at all other times this Agreement is effective, CONSULTANT will procure and maintain the following types of insurance with coverage limits complying, at a minimum, with the limits set forth below: Type of Insurance Limits Commercial general liability: $2,000,000 Professional Liability $1,000,000 Business automobile liability $1,000,000 Workers compensation Statutory requirement B. Commercial general liability insurance will meet or exceed the requirements of the most recent ISO-CGL Form. The amount of insurance set forth above will be a combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage for the policy coverage. Liability policies will be endorsed to name CITY, its officials, and employees as "additional insureds" under said insurance coverage and to state that such insurance will be deemed "primary" such that any other insurance that may be carried by CITY will be excess thereto. Such endorsement must be reflected on ISO Form No. CG 20 10 11 85 or 88, or equivalent. Such insurance will be on an "occurrence," not a "claims made," basis and will not be cancelable or subject to reduction except upon 30 days prior written notice to CITY. C. Professional liability coverage will be on an "occurrence basis" if such coverage is available, or on a "claims made" basis if not available. When coverage is provided on a "claims made basis," CONSULTANT will continue to renew the insurance for a period of 3 years after this Agreement expires or is terminated. Such insurance will have the same coverage and limits as the policy that was in effect during the term of this Agreement and will cover CONSULTANT for all claims made by CITY arising out of any errors or omissions of CONSULTANT, or its officers, employees or agents during the time this Agreement was in effect. D. Automobile coverage will be written on ISO Business Auto Coverage Form CA 00 01 06 92, including symbol 1 (Any Auto). E. CONSULTANT will furnish to CITY duly authenticated Certificates of Insurance evidencing maintenance of the insurance required under this Agreement and such other evidence of insurance or copies of policies as may be reasonably required by CITY from time to time. Insurance must be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Best Company Rating equivalent to at least a Rating of "A:VII." F. Should CONSULTANT, for any reason, fail to obtain and maintain the insurance required by this Agreement, CITY may obtain such coverage at Page 7 Agreement No. 6025 CONSULTANT's expense and deduct the cost of such insurance from payments due to CONSULTANT under this Agreement or terminate pursuant to Section 05. 24. USE OF SUBCONTRACTORS. Unless otherwise referenced in this Agreement, CONSULTANT must obtain CITY's prior written approval to use any sub -consultants while performing any portion of this Agreement. Such approval must approve of the proposed consultant and the terms of compensation. 25. INCIDENTAL TASKS. CONSULTANT will meet with CITY regularly to provide the status on the project, which will include a schedule update and a short narrative description of progress for each major task, a description of the work remaining and a description of the work to be done before the next schedule update. 26. NOTICES. All communications to either party by the other party will be deemed made when received by such party at its respective name and address as follows: If to CITY:. El Segundo Planning & Building Safety Dept. 350 Main St. El Segundo, CA 90245 Attention: Paul Samaras, Principal Planner Phone: 310-524-2340 Email: psamaras@elsegundo.org If to CONSULTANT: Sagecrest Planning and Environmental 2400 E. Katella Ave, Suite 800 Anaheim, CA 92806 Attention: Amy Vazquez, President Phone: (714) 783-1863 x 705 Email- avazquez@sagecrestplanning.com Any such written communications by mail will be conclusively deemed to have been received by the addressee upon deposit thereof in the United States Mail, postage prepaid and properly addressed as noted above. In all other instances, notices will be deemed given at the time of actual delivery. Changes may be made in the names or addresses of persons to whom notices are to be given by giving notice in the manner prescribed in this ,paragraph. 27. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. CONSULTANT will comply with all conflict of interest laws and regulations including, without limitation, CITY's conflict of interest regulations. 28. SOLICITATION. CONSULTANT maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than CONSULTANT's bona fide employee, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, CONSULTANT warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than CONSULTANT's bona fide employee, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. Should CONSULTANT breach or violate this warranty, CITY may rescind this Agreement without liability. Page 8 Agreement No. 6025 29. THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES. This Agreement and every provision herein is generally for the exclusive benefit of CONSULTANT and CITY and not for the benefit of any other party. There will be no incidental or other beneficiaries of any of CONSULTANT's or CITY's obligations under this Agreement. 30. INTERPRETATION. This Agreement was drafted in and will be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, and exclusive venue for any action involving this agreement will be in Los Angeles County. 31. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW. CONSULTANT agrees to comply with all federal, state, and local laws applicable to this Agreement. 32. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement, and its Exhibit(s), sets forth the entire understanding of the parties. There are no other understandings, terms or other agreements expressed or implied, oral or written. This Agreement will bind and inure to the benefit of the parties to this Agreement and any subsequent successors and assigns. 33. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION. Each Party had the opportunity to independently review this Agreement with legal counsel. Accordingly, this Agreement will be construed simply, as a whole, and in accordance with its fair meaning; it will not be interpreted strictly for or against either Party. 34. SEVERABILITY. If any portion of this Agreement is declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, then such portion will be deemed modified to the extent necessary in the opinion of the court to render such portion enforceable and, as so modified, such portion and the balance of this Agreement will continue in full force and effect. 35. AUTHORITY/MODIFICATION. The Parties represent and warrant that all necessary action has been taken by the Parties to authorize the undersigned to execute this Agreement and to engage in the actions described herein. This Agreement may be modified by written amendment. 36. ACCEPTANCE OF ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES. The Parties agree that this Agreement, agreements ancillary to this Agreement, and related documents to be entered into in connection with this Agreement will be considered signed when the signature of a party is delivered by electronic (pdf) or facsimile transmission. Such electronic or facsimile signature will be treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature. 37. CAPTIONS. The captions of the paragraphs of this Agreement are for convenience of reference only and will not affect the interpretation of this Agreement. 38. TIME IS OF ESSENCE. Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement. However, CITY recognizes that CONSULTANT's work must be governed by sound professional practices. Page 9 Agreement No. 6025 39. FORCE MAJEURE. Should performance of this Agreement be prevented due to fire, flood, explosion, acts of terrorism, war, embargo, government action, civil or military authority, the natural elements, or other similar causes beyond the Parties' reasonable control, then the Agreement will immediately terminate without obligation of either party to the other. 40. STATEMENT OF EXPERIENCE. By executing this Agreement, CONSULTANT represents that it has demonstrated trustworthiness and possesses the quality, fitness and capacity to perform the Agreement in a manner satisfactory to CITY. CONSULTANT represents that its financial resources, surety and insurance experience, service experience, completion ability, personnel, current workload, experience in dealing with private consultants, and experience in dealing with public agencies all suggest that CONSULTANT is capable of performing the proposed contract and has a demonstrated capacity to deal fairly and effectively with and to satisfy a public CITY. [Signatures on next page] Page 10 Agreement No. 6025 IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the day and year first hereinabove written. CITY OF EL SEGUNDO a ,Scott Mitnick, City Manager ATTEST: q- �Y) (() A,1,. Tracy haver, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM:. V3 � I l Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney SAGECREST PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. a California Corporation Taxpayer ID No. 30-1218415 Page 11 ey President e Agreement No. 6025 EXHIBIT A Scope of Work Agreement No. 6025 SAGECREST planning+environmental February 3, 2021 Sam Lee, Director City of El Segundo, Planning & Building Safety 350 Main Street El Segundo, CA 90245 SUBJECT: Contract Planning Services- Assistant Planner Dear Mr. Lee: Thank you for the opportunity provide on -call planning services to the City of El Segundo (City). The team at Sagecrest Planning+Environmental (Sagecrest) provides planning and environmental services to local jurisdictions throughout California. Our planners have expertise in discretionary case processing, preparation and review of zoning codes, specific plans, general plans, and other planning documents, code compliance, project management, and environmental analysis, documentation, and review. Sagecrest delivers the highest level of service with proactive solutions, ongoing communication and dependable coordination. We adapt our services to the City's needs and complement its in-house resources as an extension of City staff. Our planners are trained on the latest planning, zoning and environmental legislation and case law. Sagecrest is a local Southern California -based firm with corporate offices in Anaheim. Our clients are in Orange, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino and Los Angeles Counties, which allows us to be accessible to our clients at a moment's notice. We are accustomed to being proactive and anticipating the needs of our clients and recommending practical solutions to complex planning issues. In addition, due to our efficient structure, we are competitive on price while adhering to stringent budgets and schedules. Sagecrest looks forward to your favorable review of our firm's proposal. For additional information or to further discuss our qualifications, please contact me directly at the phone numbers or email below. Sincerely, Amy Vazquez, President Office: (714) 783-1863 x705 Mobile: (714) 914-5605 E-mail: avozquez@sagEgLst.us 2400 E. Katella Ave. 9 Suite 800 • Anaheim, CA 92806 *� Agreef?q;E�,WgAg05 On -Call Planning Services SAG CR ST �Ionmwayp�urrwCrmm�womntln� RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND PROJECT APPROACH Sagecrest is an award winning, full service, professional planning firm providing on -call planning, land use, and environmental consulting to public agencies throughout California. The American Planning Association (APA) recently awarded Sagecrest the 2018 Emerging Planning & Design Firm by the Orange Section and the 2019 Grassroots Initiative Award by the CA State Chapter and the Orange Section. With considerable experience in Southern California, the Sagecrest team has strong working relationships with key staff, applicants and public officials. Our mission is to provide outstanding service at competitive rates to the clients and communities we serve while adding value and making a positive impression with each assignment. Because of our extensive experience and focus on providing planning staff to public agencies, Sagecrest is uniquely qualified to deliver high -quality planning and environmental services. We have assembled an exceptional team of experienced planners. Our staff has professional planning experience in the public sector, giving them a unique and thorough understanding of the processes and the challenges faced by planning departments. We employ highly qualified and experienced professionals whose skills, qualifications and previous responsibilities are a strong match to the needs of the City of El Segundo. We ensure this high level of quality by employing the following practices: • City contract managers interview proposed staff before they are assigned. • Our planners have experience working for public agencies prior to working with us, allowing them to integrate seamlessly into department operations. • We know that our reputation is our most valuable asset. With that in mind, we do not overcommit our staff and only accept work that our staff has the qualifications to perform. • Our staff maintains ongoing professional development and we provide extensive training in project management, land use law, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), writing and public presentation skills. • We are based in Anaheim, maintain regular office hours, and are accessible as needed. • We reliably meet departmental standards, including deadlines, quality of work products, courtesy and accessibility, accuracy of reports and information given to the public, and responsiveness. • We ensure we have a clear understanding of expectations and maintain consistent communication with our clients. • We are committed to providing services that are cost effective while maintaining high standards of quality and productivity. The Sagecrest management team has over 50 years of combined experience in a broad range of land use planning and development activities. The Sagecrest team has extensive experience as municipal agency staff, which has uniquely positioned to integrate the project management of the planning and environmental review process with the Applicant, their architect, civil engineer, technical consultants, and City staff. One of our unique strengths is the ability to understand the project delivery process from inception to completion. 2 Agreement No. 6025 EXHIBIT B Budget w SAG EC EST ptC�uvnJar(p �+r�-,warwa,�+, sR,��utl BILLING STRUCTURE Agreep o hq 6(5 On -Call Planning Services Sagecrest will perform consulting services based on the following breakdown of classification of hourly rates for key personnel: Position Hourly rate Planning Director $170.00 City Planner $160.00 Zoning Administrator $150.00 Principal Planner $140.00 Senior Planner $110.00 Associate Planner $100.00 Assistant Planner $80.00 Planning Technician $70.00 Minutes Clerk/Planning Administration $55.00 4 Agreement No. 6025 EXHIBIT C Resumes rr SAGECREST planning+environ men lol KEY TEAM MEMBER SUMMARY Agreef?ep;E�% J�g05 On -Call Planning Services The Sagecrest team is comprised of a diverse group of planners and other professionals with expertise in urban planning and design, environmental planning, public policy, and project management. Our team is recognized forthe collaborative and insightful approach that results in high quality work and proven results. Proposed Assistant Planner RON VARGAS, ASSISTANT PLANNER Ron is a planner with current planning experience working at the Cities of Fountain Valley, Placentia and Stanton. He has also worked on behalf of public agencies to deliver engagement strategies and manage public relations between residents and stakeholders. His experience working in these cities has given him the knowledge and skills to perform plan check services and process ministerial and discretionary permits. Ronald also has experience working at the public counter where he can utilize his valuable communication skills at the cities and agencies for which he works. 3