CONTRACT 6089 Professional Services Agreement CLOSEDAgreement No. 6089
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
(ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING)
�. .. , BETWEEN
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AND
MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL
This AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 15th day of April, 2021, by and
between the CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, a municipal corporation and general law city
("CITY") and MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL, INC, a Pennsylvania 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 a sum not
to exceed eighty-one thousand six hundred ninety-five dollars ($81,695) for
CONSULTANT's services. CONSULTANT acknowledges that it will be paid
by funds received by the CITY from the Developer and/or Applicant
associated with Pacific Coast Commons Specific Plan project for which
CONSULTANT performs services on behalf of the CITY.
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES.
A. CONSULTANT will perform services listed in the attached Exhibit "A," which
is incorporated by reference.
B. CONSULTANT will, in a professional manner, 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, necessary or proper to perform and complete the work and provide
the professional services required of CONSULTANT by this Agreement.
3. PAYMENTS. For CITY to pay CONSULTANT as specified by this Agreement,
CONSULTANT must submit a detailed invoice to CITY which lists the hours
worked and hourly rates for each personnel category and reimbursable costs (all
as set forth in Exhibit "B") the tasks performed, the percentage of the task
completed during the billing period, the cumulative percentage completed for each
task, the total cost of that work during the preceding billing month, and cumulative
invoiced actual expenditures to date. If the CITY agrees with all of the information
listed in the invoice, CITY will then pay CONSULTANT within net 45 days from
Page 1 of 12
Agreement No. 6089
receipt of the invoice from the Developer / Applicant account created for the
project. CITY agrees that a Notice to Proceed shall not be issued to
CONSULTANT until an adequate amount to cover the costs set out in Exhibit A
have been deposited by the Developer/Applicant with CITY. In the event that the
Developer / Applicant account does not have sufficient funds for payment of
CONSULTANT's services, CITY will notify CONSULTANT immediately upon
knowledge of the lack of funds in writing to suspend any work under this Agreement
until the account is replenished by the Developer / Applicant. The CITY is not
responsible to pay for any of CONSULTANT's services performed 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 this project and for which Developer / Applicant funds are available.
CONSULTANT shall not be obligated to perform any services until and unless the
Developer / Applicant has deposited sufficient funds to cover the services with
CITY.
4. 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 for which the Initial Study, as
specified in the SERVICES, is being prepared. 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).
5. FAMILIARITY WITH WORK.
A. By executing this Agreement, CONSULTANT agrees that it has:
i. Thoroughly investigated and considered the scope of services to be
performed;
ii. Carefully considered how the services should be performed; and
iii. Understands the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending
performance of the services under this Agreement.
B. Although CITY has a duty to the public to independently review any
environmental document, including, without limitation a negative declaration
or draft EIR, prepared by CONSULTANT, that duty to the public, or the
breach thereof, will not relieve CONSULTANT of its duties under this
Page 2 of 12
Agreement No. 6089
Section or any representation provided by CONSULTANT in this
Agreement.
6. 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:
• John Bellas, Department Manager —Environmental; Role: Project
Director
• Jennifer Wu, Project Manager; Role: Project Manager
• Randy Nichols, Senior Project Manager; Role: Senior Technical and
Peer Reviewer
• Greg Tonkovich, Senior Analyst/Principal; Role: Air Quality, GHG,
Energy, and Noise
• Margo Nayyar, Cultural Resources Department Manager; Role:
Cultural and Paleontological Resources Lead
• Carla Dietrich, Traffic Studies; Role: Senior Traffic and Transportation
Engineer (Peer Reviewer)
• Brent Schleck, Senior Environmental Planner; Role: CEQA Analysis,
Co -Author
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, CONSULTANT agrees that it
will replace such persons with individuals that are agreed to by CITY.
7. PROJECT COORDINATION AND SUPERVISION.
David Blumenthal, AICP of Sagecrest Planning + Environmental, will be assigned
as Project Manager and will personally supervise or perform the technical
execution of the Project on a day-to-day basis on behalf of CITY and will maintain
direct communication with CONSULTANT's Project Manager.
Paul Samaras will be assigned as CITY's Project Manager and will be responsible
for project oversight, CONSULTANT performance and coordination with the
Project Manager, and the CONSULTANT's Project manager as needed.
Sam Lee will be responsible for general oversight, negotiations, and contractual
matters.
8. TERM. The term of this Agreement will start on April 15, 2021 and end on
December 31, 2022. If the term of this Agreement is extended beyond December 31,
2022, CONSULTANT reserves the right to negotiate the hourly rates outlined in Exhibit
Page 3of12
Agreement No. 6089
"B." 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:
i. CONSULTANT furnishes proof of insurance as required under
Section 22 of this Agreement; and
ii. CITY gives CONSULTANT a written notice to proceed in accordance
with Section 3.
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 in the delivery of milestone work products,
CONSULTANT must notify the Manager within forty-eight (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. 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.
12. TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER. CONSULTANT will provide CITY with
a Taxpayer Identification Number.
13. 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.
14. 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
Page 4 of 12
Agreement No. 6089
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.
15. 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 thirty (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
CONSULTANT will, at CITY's option, become CITY's property, and
CONSULTANT will receive just and equitable compensation for any work
completed in accordance with professional standards 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.
16. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS. All documents, data, studies, drawings, maps,
models, photographs and reports prepared by CONSULTANT under this
Agreement are CITY's property. CONSULTANT may retain copies of said
documents and materials as desired but will deliver all original materials to CITY
upon CITY's written notice. CITY agrees that use of CONSULTANT's completed
work product, for purposes other than identified in this Agreement, or use of
incomplete work product, is at CITY's own risk.
17. 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
Page 5of12
Agreement No. 6089
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.
18. INDEMNIFICATION.
A. CONSULTANT agrees to the following:
i. 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.
ii. Indemnification for other Damages. CONSULTANT indemnifies and
holds CITY harmless from and against any claim, action, damages,
costs (including, without limitation, attorney's fees), injuries, or
liability, arising out of this Agreement, or its performance, except for
such loss or damage arising from CITY's sole negligence or willful
misconduct. Should CITY be named in any suit, or should any claim
be brought against it by suit or otherwise, whether the same be
groundless or not, arising out of this Agreement, or its performance,
CONSULTANT will defend CITY (at CITY's request and with counsel
satisfactory to CITY) and will indemnify CITY for any judgment
rendered against it or any sums paid out in settlement or otherwise.
iii. Exclusion for CEQA Actions. Notwithstanding the foregoing,
CONSULTANT need not indemnify, defend, or hold CITY harmless
in CEQA actions initiated pursuant to Public Resources Code §§
21167 and 21168 where CONSULTANT's work may form the basis
of a lawsuit. However, should CONSULTANT's work, as
contemplated by this Agreement, contain errors or omissions that
results in an adverse ruling against CITY, CONSULTANT agrees to
indemnify and hold CITY harmless to the extent provided for in
Section 18(A)(i).
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.
Page 6 of 12
Agreement No. 6089
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.
19. 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.
20. 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.
21. 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 three (3) years after termination or final
payment under this Agreement.
22. 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:
Tye 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
Page 7 of 12
Agreement No. 6089
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 terminate pursuant to
Section 15.
23. USE OF CONSULTANT. CONSULTANT must obtain CITY's prior written approval
to use any consultants while performing any portion of this Agreement. Such
approval must approve of the proposed consultant and the terms of compensation.
24. INCIDENTAL TASKS. CONSULTANT will meet or will participate in conference
calls with CITY on an as -needed basis to provide the status on the project, which
will include a schedule update and a short narrative description of progress during
the past month for each major task, a description of the work remaining and a
description of the anticipated work to be,done before the next schedule update.
Page 8 of 12
Agreement No. 6089
25. 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: If to CONSULTANT:
El Segundo Development Services Depart.
350 Main St.
El Segundo, CA 90245
Attention: Sam Lee, Director of Development
Services
Phone: 310-524-2345
Email: SLee@elsegundo.org
Michael Baker International, Inc.
3760 Kilroy Airport Way, Suite 270
Long Beach, CA 90806
Attention: John Bellas, LEED AP
Phone: 562-200-7170
Email: jbellas@mbakerintl.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.
26. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. CONSULTANT will comply with all conflict of interest
laws and regulations including, without limitation, CITY's conflict of interest
regulations.
27. 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.
28. 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.
29. 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.
30. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW. CONSULTANT agrees to comply with all federal,
state, and local laws applicable to this Agreement.
Page 9 of 12
Agreement No. 6089
31. 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.
32. CONSISTENCY. In interpreting this Agreement and resolving any ambiguities, the
main body of this Agreement takes precedence over the attached Exhibits; this
Agreement supersedes any conflicting provisions. Any inconsistency between the
Exhibits will be resolved in the order in which the Exhibits appear below:
Exhibit: A: Scope of Work.
Exhibit: B: Budget / Price Quote
Exhibit: C: Resumes
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. 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.
Page 10 of 12
Agreement No. 6089
39. 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 accordance with professional
standards, which are those standards ordinarily observed by like firms performing
similar services under similar circumstances. 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
agency.
40. WAIVER OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Under no circumstances shall
either Party be liable to the other Party for any consequential damages, including
but not limited to loss of use or rental, loss of profit, loss of revenue, loss of
customers or contacts, o cost of any financing, however caused, including
CONSULTANT's fault, whether such a claim sounds in contract, warranty, tort
(including negligence), strict liability or otherwise.
[Signatures on next page]
Page 11 of 12
A4greffmallnNINIo.6089
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the day
and year first hereinabove written.
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
ctt Mitnick,
City Manager
ATTEST:
Tra y er„
Ci Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
DL � 1<��
for
Mark D. Hensley,
City Attorney
Page 12 of 12
MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL, INC.
a Pennsylvania Corporation
Taxpayer ID No. 25-1228638
LL .... 4
- /�--
By: William Hoose
Its: Associate Vice President
a
au. -- 14 ;""- .--'
Michael A Ty man
Assistant Secreta(y
Exhibit "A" - Scope
Agreement No. 6089
We Make a Difference
INTERNATIONAL
March 31, 2021
Mr. David Blumenthal, AICP, Senior Project Manager
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
Planning Division, Planning and Building Safety
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
RE: PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE CEQA ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES — OFFICE BUILDING
PROJECT AT 19SO-1960 EAST GRAND AVENUE, EL SEGUNDO
Dear David:
We are pleased to submit this proposal to prepare the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) for the proposed Office Building Project
(Project) at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue. We believe that Michael Baker International (Michael
Baker) is an ideal candidate for this assignment due to our experience on similar projects in the
City and other area jurisdictions. For example:
• We recently prepared the IS/MND and technical studies for the 650 N. Pacific Coast Highway
office building renovation and new construction project (650 N. PCH project), located
approximately 0.4 miles northeast of the Project site. This is a similar office campus project
with construction of a new office building, parking structure, and landscaped plaza area and
is proposed in the Corporate Office (CO) zone district. We also prepared the IS/MND and
technical studies for the Chick-fil-A project at 740 N. Sepulveda Boulevard, located
approximately 0.5 miles northeast of the Project site. With this experience, we have inherent
knowledge of the environmental conditions in the Project area.
• Our key staff have significant CEQA experience with similar projects throughout Los Angeles
County. Examples include multi -story commercial and mixed -use projects in the cities of
Pasadena, Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach, and Santa Clarita. The key issues that we describe
in this proposal, along with our solutions to those issues and the corresponding scope of work,
are based on this relevant experience.
Our proposal is organized into the following sections:
A. Project Understanding
B. Issues of Concern
C. Scope of Work
il lk .';i'/ lI l
MBAKERIN I L.COM
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 19SO-1960 East Grand Avenue
D. Budget Estimates
E. Schedule Estimates
F. Project Team and Qualifications
G. Closure
A. PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
Michael Baker understands that the City has received an application for an office campus project
located on two parcels at 1950 East Grand Avenue and 1960 East Grand Avenue. The Project
proposes to construct a 4-story (96 feet, 5 inches high), 93,559-net-square-foot office with a new
23-space parking lot at 1950 East Grand Avenue; a 4-level, 258-space parking structure (58 feet,
3 inches high) at 1960 East Grand Avenue; and 3) landscaped and hardscape improvements,
including a large outdoor plaza with outdoor seating (1950 East Grand Avenue and 1960 East
Grand Avenue). The new office building would replace an existing 79-space parking lot and a row
of 8 angled parking spaces and limit views of an existing 11-level parking structure (110 feet high,
819 spaces) at the rear of the property (1950 East Grand Avenue). Similarly, the new 4-level parking
structure would be constructed directly behind and thus shielded by an existing 12-story office
building (162 feet high, 233,799 square feet) at 1960 East Grand Avenue. No changes are proposed
to the existing 12-story office building and the existing 11-level parking structure.
The proposed Project includes the following components:
• The proposed development would require an estimated 9,720 cubic yards of cut and 1,600
cubic yards of fill for both parcels combined, resulting in a net combined total of 8,120 cubic
yards of export.
The Project site would provide a total of 1,103 parking spaces combined for both parcels,
which comprises 258 spaces in the proposed new 4-level parking structure, 26 spaces in the
proposed and existing surface parking lot area, and 819 existing spaces in the existing parking
structure. The new 4-story, 93,559- square -foot office building is required to provide 263
parking spaces, while the existing 12-story 233,799- square -foot office building is required to
provide 614 parking spaces, for a net combined total parking requirement of 877 parking
spaces for the two parcels. There would be a net total of 226 parking spaces in excess of the
zoning code requirements.
Construction of the new 4-story office building, 4-level parking structure, and 23-space
parking lot is anticipated to commence 12 months after Project approval and is expected to
last 17 months.
• Landscape materials include a variety of drought -tolerant native and climate -adapted species
from a Mediterranean plant palette for the grasses, ground covers, shrubs, hedges, and trees.
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Page 3
Seventy-four trees of varying species would be provided throughout the property with a
variety of sizes in compliance with El Segundo Municipal Code (ESMC) requirements.
The Project includes designing and building the new structures with contemporary architecture,
and developing an outdoor landscaped plaza, which would provide shade, increase site
permeability, and reduce the heat island effect.
The Project development would comply with the Corporate Office (CO) zone classification and
would require the following entitlements:
• Site Plan Review for the proposed development, in accordance with ESMC Section 15-3002,
Site Plan Review.
• Environmental Assessment for the new approximately 93,559-net-square-foot 4-story office
building with the 4-level parking structure, 23-space surface parking lot, and outdoor
improvements.
• Off -site parking covenant and agreement for 353 parking spaces for the existing 12-story
office building at 1960 East Grand Avenue to be provided in the existing 11-level, 819-space
parking structure at 1950 East Grand Avenue (reduction from existing 603 off -site parking
spaces).
• Reciprocal access agreement for drive aisles and fire lane.
• Waivers of any additional right-of-way dedication or use of an irrevocable offer for any
dedication requirements, pursuant to ESMC Section 15-24-A-5, on East Grand Avenue.
The Project site is a rectangular shaped property located in the northeastern quadrant of the City
on a large block bounded by Pacific Coast Highway, Grand Avenue, Continental Boulevard, and
East El Segundo Boulevard with street frontage on Grand Avenue. The block is comprised of two
different commercial zoning districts: Corporate Office (CO), and the 199 North Continental
Boulevard Specific Plan (199 NCBSP), which is adjacent to the Project property to the southeast,
and generally includes a mix of office, hotel, and restaurant uses. Office uses are located east and
west of the Project site; office, restaurant, and hotel uses are to the north; and a large parking lot
and the Cambria Hotel (within the 199 NCBSP) are located to the south and southeast of the
Project property.
The Project site is approximately 0.1 mile east of Pacific Coast Highway, within a fully urbanized
setting. The site is approximately 0.8 mile south of the Imperial Highway/Glenn Anderson Freeway
(Interstate 105), 1.3 miles west of the San Diego Freeway (Interstate 405), 0.8 miles south of the
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and 2.2 miles east of the Pacific Ocean. The nearest
residence is located 0.4 mile west along East Grand Avenue.
Based on review of the provided Project application materials, several clarification and additional
data needs are anticipated. We will work closely with the City and the applicant to develop
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Page 4
appropriate assumptions for Project characteristics that are critical to the assessment of
environmental impacts, including:
• Number of construction workers, by stage
• Construction traffic, by stage, including material deliveries and hauls, and vehicle type and
size
• Construction equipment verification and utilization, including use of any portable generators
• Energy consumption needs and proposed sources, including any temporary power
• Energy efficiency measures and renewable energy elements
• Proposed interior and exterior lighting
• Project design measures to avoid or reduce environmental impacts
B. ISSUES OF CONCERN
Based on our recent experience preparing CEQA documents for similar office projects, such as the
650 N. PCH project in the near vicinity, we are familiar with the types of impacts and environmental
concerns that often accompany such land uses. Project concerns depend on the specific
characteristics of the project, project site, and surrounding area, as well as the community's
expectations and sensitivity to past or current land uses on or near the project site. The following
highlights Michael Baker's key advantages of having prepared the recent IS/MND and technical
studies for a similar office campus project (650 N. PCH project) in the close vicinity of the Project.
The Project site is not located within any specific plan area, LAX Airport Influence Area, coastal
zone, or near any scenic or eligible scenic portion of Pacific Coast Highway that would require
additional compatibility analysis and potential design considerations.
As the Project involves construction of expanded facilities which would result in increased trip
generation, operational traffic impacts will need to be analyzed to address both CEQA criteria and
the City's traffic congestion policies. Michael Baker understands that the applicant will be
providing a transportation study to evaluate these items, which we will peer review.
Due to the nature of the proposed Project construction and limited demolition activities, the
Project would generate construction and traffic effects that could result in adverse impacts in air
quality, noise, traffic, and hazardous materials. Therefore, this scope of work includes preparation
of air quality, including energy and greenhouse gas, and noise studies. Additionally, our team
would peer review the applicant's Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) for potential
impacts resulting from any previous release of hazardous materials.
While the Project property has been fully developed, because the site consists of a surface parking
lot and landscaped area which would likely have required a much shallower excavation than the
proposed Project, it is possible that the Project would result in excavation of non -engineered fill
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Paae 5
that may have the potential of containing previously unknown cultural and paleontological
resources. As a result, a cultural and paleontological resources investigation has been included as
an optional task.
The following table identifies the several key issues
to be addressed in the Project's CEQA analysis,
and our proposed solutions to those issues:
Issue Area
Solutions
......_
Potential Public O position,: Based--on'-known recent
__.................._ ......._...........
1) Michael Baker has addressed comments from
actions from the labor union, Supporters Alliance
SAFER and other labor union organizations on
for Environmental Responsibility (SAFER), it is
multiple CEQA documents. We are uniquely
anticipated that this organization may comment on
well -positioned, with ample experience
the Project's CEQA document.
preparing and peer -reviewing environmental
analyses for complex and often controversial
projects, to prepare legally defensible
environmental documents.
2) Though all of our environmental documents are
thorough and legally defensible, based on
knowledge of SAFER's known targeted
environmental issue areas, we will focus on
these resource topics.
...... .................................. .....
Trans odt fi n Vehicle Miles Traveled (VIVID: The
1) The Michael Baker team is familiar with the City's
Project entails additional office uses, which would be
draft VMT methodology and process of
anticipated to increase trip generation. While the
developing a VMT program, and will conduct
Project site is located in close proximity to the Metro
the peer review of the applicant's VMT and LOS
"C" line, given the proposed exceedance of the City's
analyses accordingly,
parking standards, the Project likely cannot be
2) In light of the City's draft VMT program, Michael
screened out of conducting a VMT analysis. The City
Baker has previously prepared and is
is in the process of developing policies to address
knowledgeable of acceptable VMT mitigation
Senate Bill 743 requirements to analyze VMT against
measures for an office campus project.
new CEQA thresholds, while also maintaining
consistency with the City's General Plan policies with
level of service (LOS) assessment.
..... ....__ �
Construction Air Quality: The Project construction
Work with applicant to identify a complete
activities have the potential to generate air
construction equipment list and corresponding
pollutants that could affect the nearby residential
utilization rates. Evaluate potential impacts on
sensitive receptors.
sensitive receptors following the South Coast Air
Quality Management District's Localized
Significance Threshold (LST) methodology.
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Page 6
C. SCOPE OF WORK
We propose to prepare an IS/MND and associated technical studies in accordance with the most
recent version of Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines, updated in December 2018, considering
recent legislation such as Senate Bill 743. The IS/MND will be prepared with a focus on the site -
specific conditions and unique Project characteristics. This will include documenting the local
environmental setting, assessing and explaining the ways the Project would change the existing
environmental conditions, determining the significance of Project impacts, and identifying
measures to mitigate any potentially significant impacts.
Our proposed scope of work would consist of the following tasks.
Task 1: Project Kickoff and Develop Project Description
We will work with City staff and the applicant to develop a complete Project description that will
enable adequate assessment of environmental impacts that could occur during construction and
over the long-term operating life of the Project. A comprehensive narrative and illustrations of
key Project features will be provided.
Upon contract award, we will transmit a detailed Data Needs Checklist which would track and
specify Project characteristics requiring clarification and needed data. This proposal assumes that
the following information will be provided to Michael Baker to develop a sufficient project
description:
• Detailed construction program description —phases, activities, equipment, work crew,
construction stage durations
• Any updated site plans depicting all proposed site improvements, including dimensions and
areas for all types of spaces (e.g., parking, drive aisles, landscaping, loading areas) and building
footprints
• Building elevations
• Grading, drainage, and utility plans, depicting on- and off -site improvements
• Narrative description of indoor and outdoor facilities, structures and operations, employee
intensities, waste generation, storage and disposal, use/storage/generation of volatile or
hazardous substances, and hours of operation
• Exterior lighting plans
• Energy demands and sources, including any temporary backup or renewable sources
• Water and sewer system requirements
• Site photographs, if available
• Environmental Assessment EA-012 for the existing building at 1960 East Grand Avenue, if
available.
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Page 7
Task 2: Peer Review Technical Studies
Michael Baker regularly evaluates the best environmental planning practices being utilized in
California and conducts peer reviews of technical reports for effective CEQA practices and
implementation. This scope of work includes peer review of the following applicant -provided
technical studies.
2.1 Geologic Report
Michael Baker CEQA practitioners will review the applicant's geologic report for sufficient baseline
data, analysis, and recommended additional actions/mitigation measures to support the CEQA
analysis. The review would address the adequacy of the Project's geologic report for addressing
CEQA impact topics and will not include review of engineering calculations.
Issues noted in the review will be documented and transmitted to the City via a technical
memorandum. This scope of work assumes the review of one set of draft documents and an
additional review of a revised set of documents
2.2 Project VMT and LOS Analysis
Michael Baker will conduct peer reviews of the Traffic Impact Analysis and VMT Assessment
technical studies in support of the Project. The peer reviews will determine if the reports have
been prepared in conformance with appropriate guidelines.
Level of Service (LOS)/Traffic Impact Analysis: The Traffic Impact Analysis peer review will
determine the adequacy of the following key traffic study components, as appropriate:
• Coordination with City
o Study area definition
o Current traffic counts
o Project trip generation
o Traffic forecasts
• Use of required analysis methodologies
Analysis scenarios addressed
Appropriateness and analysis of mitigation
• Traffic Impact Analysis format and content
VMT Analysis: Michael Baker will conduct a peer review of the VMT study. Issues examined will
include use of appropriate guidelines, Project screening including review of supporting
information, VMT calculation methods, and reasonableness of findings and/or mitigation
measures.
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 19SO-1960 East Grand Avenue
Page 8
Issues noted in both peer reviews will be documented and transmitted to the City via a technical
memorandum. This scope of work assumes the review of one set of draft documents and an
additional review of a revised set of documents.
2.3. Phase I Environmental Assessment
Michael Baker CEQA practitioners will review the applicant's Phase I ESA that would support the
IS/MND hazards and hazardous materials analysis. The Phase I ESA will be reviewed for sufficiency
to support the IS/MND as a technical resource. It should be noted that the review would not
conduct for adequacy with ASTM and All Appropriate Inquiries (AAI) standards. The appropriate
identification of any recognized environmental conditions, historic recognized environmental
conditions, and controlled recognized environmental conditions that may have the potential to
result in significant environmental impacts would be incorporated into the IS/MND. If appropriate,
mitigation measures will be identified to address Project impacts to hazardous materials.
Issues noted in the peer review will be documented and transmitted to the City via a technical
memorandum. This scope of work assumes the review of one set of draft documents and an
additional review of a revised set of documents.
Task 3: Conduct Technical Investigations
The following technical studies will be prepared in-house by Michael Baker technical experts,
3.1 Air Quality Assessment
Existing Conditions/Regulator- Frarnework. The Project is located within the South Coast Air Basin
(SCAB), which is under the jurisdiction of the South Coast Air Quality Management District
(SCAQMD). Baseline meteorological and air quality data developed through the California Air
Resources Board (CARB) will be utilized for the description of existing ambient air quality. Air
quality data from the nearest representative air quality monitoring stations will be included to
help highlight existing air quality local to the Project area. The analysis will also describe and
address the requirements set forth by the SCAQMD CEQA Air Quality Handbook.
Construction -Related Emissions. Construction emissions will be quantified with the California
Emissions Estimator Model version 2016.3.2 (CalEEMod). A general description of the major
phases of construction and their timing will be required. The air pollutant emissions during
construction will be compared to the SCAQMD regional thresholds of significance. Naturally
occurring asbestos impacts will also be discussed qualitatively.
Long -Term Emissions. Operational (i.e., area, energy, and mobile source) emissions will be
quantified and compared to the SCAQMD regional thresholds of significance. Primary sources of
emissions will be related to area sources and local/regional VMT, which will be derived from
CalEEMod and the Traffic Impact Analysis. Project consistency with the 2016 Air Quality
Management Plan will be evaluated.
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Paqe 9
Localized Emissions. The Project is located within the SCAQMD's Source Receptor Area (SRA) 3
(Southwest Coastal Los Angeles County). Based on localized meteorological data for SRA 3,
Michael Baker will analyze localized impacts based upon the SCAQMD's Localized Significance
Thresholds (LST) methodology.
Air Emissions Health Impact . As a result of the California Supreme Court decision for Sierra Club
vs. County of Fresno (Friant Ranch L.P.), the resultant human health impacts from the project's
short-term construction and long-term operational air emissions will be considered.
3.2 Energy Consumption Analysis
Michael Baker will analyze the energy implications of the Project pursuant to Public Resources
Code Section 21100(b)(3) and Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines. These statutes and guidelines
require a project to describe, where relevant, the wasteful, inefficient, and unnecessary
consumption of energy caused by a project. In addition, Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines
requires a consistency analysis with state or local plans for renewable energy or energy efficiency.
The analysis will analyze energy consumption associated with short-term construction activities,
long-term operations, buildings, and transportation. Additionally, the assessment will include
mitigation measures to reduce inefficient and unnecessary consumption of energy, if necessary.
3.3 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Assessment
Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Michael Baker will review the land use data and will prepare an
inventory of the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (i.e., nitrous oxide, methane, and carbon
dioxide) from both direct (i.e., area and mobile sources) and indirect sources (i.e., energy/water
consumption and wastewater/solid waste generation). In addition, total GHG emissions from
construction activities will be amortized into the GHG emissions inventory. CaIEEMod will be used
to quantify GHG emissions. Reductions from recently adopted programs and regulations will be
included, such as improvements in vehicle fuel efficiency, low carbon fuel standards, state building
code energy efficiency, renewable energy portfolio standards, and landscaping water efficiency.
The analysis will also review Project consistency with the Southern California Association of
Governments 2020-2045 Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy,
California Air Resources Board 2077 Climate Change Scoping Plan, and possibly other applicable
plans for the purpose of reducing GHG emissions. We recommend that impact significance be
determined based on the Project's consistency with the applicable GHG reduction programs.
Mitigation measures will be identified and incorporated, as necessary, to reduce potentially
significant GHG impacts of the proposed Project.
3.4 Noise Impact Study
Existing Conditions. The applicable noise and land use compatibility criteria for the Project area
will be reviewed and noise standards regulating noise impacts will be discussed for land uses on
and adjacent to the Project site. A site visit will be conducted and short-term noise level
measurements will be taken along the Project area. The noise monitoring survey will include three
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Paae 10
long-term (24-hour) noise measurements taken in the immediate Project vicinity to determine
existing ambient noise conditions on the Project site and nearby residential areas. In the event
that ambient noise measurements are not possible to record due to COVID-19 restrictions, data
from recent projects in the near vicinity will be reviewed. Additionally, traffic noise may also be
modeled if noise levels cannot be reasonably ascertained.
Construction -Related Noise and Vibration. Noise impacts from construction sources will be
analyzed based on the anticipated equipment to be used, length of a specific construction task,
equipment power type (gasoline or diesel engine), horsepower, load factor, and percentage of
time in use. The construction noise impacts will be evaluated in terms of maximum levels (Lmax)
and hourly equivalent continuous noise levels (Leq) and the frequency of occurrence at adjacent
sensitive locations. An analysis of vibration impacts will be based on the Federal Transit
Administration's vibration analysis guidance. Analysis requirements will be based on the sensitivity
of the area, specific construction activities, and Noise Ordinance specifications.
Operational) Noise Sources. The Project -generated off -site traffic noise levels will be compared to
the City's Noise Ordinance specifications and/or land use compatibility criteria for off -site uses.
On -site noise -generating activities (e.g., stationary sources, truck loading/unloading, etc.) will also
be addressed and analyzed for potential impacts to the adjacent uses and will be assessed against
the Noise Ordinance specifications. Compliance with applicable noise standards will be evaluated,
with recommended mitigation measures included where appropriate. The predicted operational
noise will be modeled using either the FHWA RD-77-108 or SounclPlan, as well as previously
obtained reference noise measurements of office park noise sources (i.e., truck deliveries,
mechanical rooftop equipment, parking lot activities, etc.), to calculate operational on -site noise
impacts to nearby residential land uses and compare the results to the City's stationary noise
standards.
Potential vibration impacts associated with the ongoing operations activities will be analyzed
using methodology from the Vibration Guidance Manual, prepared for Caltrans.
In the event that exceedances occur, feasible mitigation measures will be identified to reduce the
noise and vibration impacts to below significant levels.
Task 3.5 Cultural Resources and Paleontological Resources Evaluations
As previously mentioned, while the Project property has been fully developed, because the Project
involves removing an existing surface parking lot and landscaped area that would be replaced by
office and parking structures, it is possible that the Project would result in excavation of non -
engineered fill that may have the potential of containing previously unknown cultural and
paleontological resources. As a result, the following cultural and paleontological resources
investigation has been included in the event that the Project may encounter previously
undisturbed/non-engineered fill.
a) Cultural Resources Evaluation: The cultural resources evaluation would determine the
potential for archaeological resources. Michael Baker would conduct a review of South Central
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 19SO-1960 East Grand Avenue
Paae 11
Coastal Information Center records, literature and historical maps, and California Register of
Historical Resources evaluations. This scope assumes that an archaeological survey will not be
required because the Project site appears fully hardscaped with no exposed soils.
The results of the assessment will be presented in a memorandum report with attached
Department of Parks and Recreation 523 forms that can be appended to the IS/MND.
b) Paleontological Resources Evaluation: Michael Baker routinely investigates potential project
impacts to paleontological resources through desktop analyses. To assess the paleontological
sensitivity of geologic units exposed at the ground surface and those likely to occur in the
subsurface of the Project area, we would review published geologic maps and paleontological
literature and conduct museum records searches through the Natural History Museum of Los
Angeles County. To augment these results, we would also conduct searches of the online
Paleobiology Database, the University of California Museum of Paleontology, and the Raymond
M. Alf Museum of Paleontology.
Upon compiling all the background information, we would assess the potential for significant and
intact paleontological resources using a classification system for paleontological sensitivity.
Recommendations for avoidance, mitigation, and construction monitoring are made on the basis
of the sensitivity rankings
Task 4: Prepare Draft Initial Study
4.7 — I" Screencheck Draft Initial Study. An IS will be completed, following the form provided in
Appendix G of the State CEQA Guidelines. Concise, explanatory, and annotated responses will be
provided for all checklist responses in the 21 specific impact categories. An electronic copy of the
1st Screencheck Draft IS will be submitted for review and comment by City staff.
4.2 — 2"d Screencheck Draft Initial Study. We will respond to City staff comments on the 1st
Screencheck Draft IS, prepare appropriate revisions to the document, and submit an electronic
version of the 2nd Screencheck Draft IS for City review and comment.
Task 5: Publish and Circulate Draft IS/MND
This proposal assumes that the results of the IS will indicate that a negative or mitigated negative
declaration is the appropriate determination, rather than an environmental impact report. Based
on this assumption, we will make final revisions to the IS as directed by City staff, compile the
official Draft IS/MND for the City's signature, complete a Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND, make
the requested number of printed and electronic copies of each, and send the NOI and Draft MND,
including appendix materials, to the distribution list to be developed in consultation with City
staff. All items would be transmitted via certified mail, except any materials sent to the State
Clearinghouse (if determined to be necessary), which would be shipped via a commercial carrier
such as Federal Express or submitted electronically. This proposal assumes that the document
production would consist of the following:
Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND: 50 printed copies
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 19SO-1960 East Grand Avenue
Page 12
0 Draft IS/MND: 50 thumb drive copies and 2 printed copies (includes appendix materials)
Task 6: Public Review and Adoption
The public review/comment period is estimated to be 30 calendar days, in the event that
distribution to the State Clearinghouse is necessary. At the end of that period, we will prepare
concise written responses to any written comments submitted to the City concerning the
adequacy of the information presented in the Project IS/MND. Since the number and complexity
of comments that may be submitted cannot be predicted, our proposed budget limits this effort
to $5,260 of professional fees. If any responses warrant a corresponding revision to some part of
the Project IS/MND, that revision will be so noted and a budget amendment may be required. A
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) will be prepared to accompany the City's
CEQA findings and action to adopt the Final MND.
Our Project Manager or Director would attend one public meeting to respond to questions
concerning the IS/MND.
Task 7: Prepare and File NOD
Within five business days following the City's action to approve the project, we would prepare and
file a Notice of Determination (NOD) with the Los Angeles County Clerk. Prior to filing an NOD,
we will submit a No Effect Determination Request to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife
(CDFW); however, in our experience, it is extremely rare that they concur with such requests, even
on previously developed properties in a fully urbanized area. Should the payment of CDFW fees
be required, we assume that the applicant will provide a check in the proper amount (in calendar
year 2021 = $2,555.25) made payable to the Los Angeles County Clerk. The CDFW fee has not
been included in our proposed budget, but can be added upon the City's request.
Task 8: Project Management and Meetings
Throughout the entire process of preparing and adopting the IS/MND, we will be conducting
regular communications with City staff and our team, as well as other agencies and entities as
needed. Troubleshooting, budget and schedule monitoring and reporting will occur on a regular
basis. Attendance at the Project start-up meeting and one additional formal meeting is included.
This task also includes compilation of all background documents, to maintain that portion of the
administrative record on an ongoing basis, with regular submittals to the City. A budget limit of
40 hours is proposed for this task. Should additional effort be required or requested, we will work
with City staff to develop an appropriate budget augment at that time.
Task 9: Contingency Fee
The purpose of the contingency fee is to address unforeseen issue areas that may arise during the
entitlement and environmental review process that would require additional effort beyond those
scoped in the prior Tasks 1 through 8. This budget would allow for the Project work to continue
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Paae 13
without interruptions that could delay the Project schedule. The contingency fee shall only be
used with prior written approval from the City's Director of Development Services.
The following table, Project Budget Estimate by Task, summarizes estimated costs to complete
the Project IS/MND, in accordance with the scope of work described above.
Project Budget Estimate by Task
Task 1 — Project Kickoff and Develop Project Description
$5,710
.��........................._........................_._._
Task 2 — Peer Review Technical Studies
$6,820
2.1 Geologic Report
$1,480
$3,860
2.2 Project VMT and LOS Analysis
$1,860
2.3 Phase I ESA
_WWW .WW... .W ...................................................................._...
Task 3 — Conduct Technical Investigations
$13,760
2.1: Air Quality Assessment
$5,645
2.2: Energy Consumption Analysis
$1,235
2.3: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Assessment
$1,655
2.4: Noise Impact Study
$5,225
2.5: Cultural Resources and Paleontological Resources Evaluations
$7,540
.......... _....
Task 4 — Prepare Draft Initial Study
.................
$20 865
•
_........................................_.
Task 5 — Publish and Circulate Draft IS/MND
..................
$1,330
................. _.........................._.
Task 6 — Public Review and Adoption
$7,675
......................................................................... .._____._______.......
Task 7 — Prepare and File NOD
$725
..................... .
Task 8 — Project Management and Meetings
$8,620
.........................................................................................................................................
Task 9 — Contingency Fee (10 Percent), with Director of Development Services Approval
$7,305
....
Labor Subtotal:
$80,350
_........................................... �_m....
Expenses: Printed documents, thumb drives, County Clerk NOD Fee (includes $75 standard fee, but
.......W
$1,345
excludes potential additional fee charged by California Department of Fish and Wildlife, set at $2,555.25
(in 2021), mileage, shipping and materials, postage. *County Clerk NOD Fee for an MND.
GRAND TOTAL:
.....................
1 $81,695
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Page 14
E. SCHEDULE ESTIMATES
Michael Baker International is committed to making any reasonable delivery schedule that the
City desires and will work with City staff at the initiation of the Project to identify the target
completion date and corresponding milestones. As shown in the below representative schedule,
we estimate a Project schedule of 26 weeks (approximately 7 months) from the Project kickoff to
the Project decision. Assuming an RFP award date of March 30, 2021, our tentative schedule
outlines our proposed timeline such that the Project may be in public hearings in October 2021.
This estimate assumes two review iterations of the Draft IS/MND and a full 30-day public review
period. A breakdown of the projected schedule and durations by milestone are provided below.
Projected Project Schedule
VFA
Kickoff Meeting/Site Review
Week 1
Prepare Project Description
Weeks 1-2
Conduct Review of Applicant's Technical Reports: Geologic Study, VMT and LOS
Weeks 1-3
Analysis, and Phase I ESA
Complete Technical Studies* (Air Quality, GHG, Energy, and Noise)**
Weeks 3-7
Prepare and Submit 1st Screencheck Draft IS/MND
Weeks 2-8
City Staff Review and Comment
Weeks 9-11
Prepare and Submit 2"d Screencheck (Proof -Check) Draft IS/MND
Weeks 12
City Staff Review and Comment
Week 13
Finalize, Produce, and Distribute Draft IS/MND
Week 14
Public Review and Comment Period (30 calendar days)***
Weeks 15-18
Prepare Responses to Comments on Draft IS/MND and MMRP
Week 19
City Staff Review and Comment
Week 20
Finalize Responses and MMRP
Week 21
Public Hearing(s)
Weeks 23-25
Project Decision/File Notice of Determination
Week 26
*This schedule assumes that the construction data and the applicant's final traffic study
will be provided at the time
that the air quality and noise technical studies commence.
** Please note that the cultural resources records search conducted by the South Central
Coastal Information Center
may result in uncontrollable delays that would extend this time frame. We will work with
the City to minimize the
effect this could have on the overall schedule.
***If State Clearinghouse submittal/circulation is not required, this task would be reduced to
20 days.
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Paae 15
F. PROJECT TEAM AND QUALIFICATIONS
Key members of our team are identified below, all of whom have significant experience with
similar projects. Refer to Attachment A of this scope for the key team member resumes.
mggggniggge
•
• s
• 1.
Jennifer Wu
18
Project Manager for the 650 N. PCH Office Campus Project
Project Manager
in El Segundo and on multiple additional IS/MND, EIR, and
CEQA compliance documents for office, commercial,
Role: Project Manager
residential, and utility projects in Southern California.
Technical Lead, SLO Council of Governments for on -call
regional population growth forecast and regional
transportation/ sustainable communities.
John Bellas
21
Project Director, IS/MND, 650 N. PCH Office Campus
Department Manager—
Project, City of El Segundo
Environmental
Project Director, IS/MND, Chick-fil-A Project, City of El
Role: Project Director
Segundo
Peer review of multiple EIRs for office campus and mixed -
use projects in the cities of Pasadena and Los Angeles,
including significant Class A office projects, such as the
Parsons Corporate Headquarters and Alexandria Real Estate
Head uarters in Pasadena.
Randy Nichols
36
Project Manager, IS/MND, Chick-fil-A Project, City of El
Senior Project Manager
Segundo
Role: Senior Technical
Project Manager for preparation of numerous IS/MNDs and
and Peer Reviewer
EIRs for office, commercial, residential, and industrial uses
in multiple jurisdictions in Los Angeles County.
Greg Tonkovich
...........................
15
Air Quality, Health Risk Assessment, GHG, Energy, and
Senior Analyst/Principal
Noise Technical Lead for numerous CEQA environmental
review process for multiple types of new development
Role: Air Quality, GHG,
projects, including residential, business, and industrial uses.
Energy, and Noise
................
Margo Nayyar
11
Cultural resources manager and senior architectural
historian specializing in CEQA cultural resources
Role: Cultural Resources
technical studies, built environment surveys,
and Paleontological
evaluation of historic -era resources using guidelines
Resources Lead
outlined in the National Register of Historic Places
and the California Register of Historical Resources,
and Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation
Act (N H PA).
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Paqe 16
. �...............................................................................................................................
Carla Dietrich
_.. .. _.
23
Traffic engineer on multiple business park, residential,
industrial projects in Southern California to provide
Role: Senior Traffic and
conceptual engineering studies, corridor studies,
Transportation Engineer
traffic impact studies, feasibility studies, interchange
(Peer Reviewer)
justification reports, and traffic analysis in support of
_
environmental documents.
Brent Schleck
8
Senior environmental planner assisting and managing
CEQA IS/MNDs and EIRs for residential, industrial,
Role: CEQA Analysis, Co-
institutional, and commercial projects throughout
Author
ICalifornia,
G. CLOSURE
The scope of work, budget and schedule estimates provided herein are based on our preliminary
understanding of the environmental setting and general nature of the proposed office campus
construction. Michael Baker assumes that the scope of work set forth in this proposal will be
conducted under a Professional Services Agreement between the City and Michael Baker with
terms similar to previous executed Agreement No. 5981 (dated September 24, 2020). The cost and
schedule estimates assume there will be no change to the Project description after it has been
submitted and reviewed by the City. Certain specifics will need to be determined and provided as
we move into the preparation of the IS and there is a potential that one or more tasks will need
to be adjusted or expanded to respond to significant new information through more research or
analysis. In those circumstances, we will work with the City to develop modifications to our scope,
budget, and schedule, as needed. Given our preliminary understanding of the scope of the
proposed Project and the environmental concerns, we anticipate that the IS will support an MND.
Should any potentially significant impacts be identified that warrant more extensive analysis
and/or should any other issues arise that indicate preparation of an environmental impact report
would be prudent, we would develop a corresponding scope of work, budget, and schedule for
the City's consideration.
We appreciate this opportunity to be of service to the City of El Segundo and are ready to proceed
with the work described in this proposal upon your authorization. If you have any questions
concerning this proposal, please contact John Bellas at (562) 200-7170 or Jennifer Wu at (310)
436-5931.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Wu John M. Bellas
Project Manager - Environmental Department Manager — Environmental
Exhibit "C" - Budget
Mr. David Blumenthal, City of El Segundo Agreement No. 6089
RE: CEQA Compliance Services for Office Campus Project at 1950-1960 East Grand Avenue
Page 13
without interruptions that could delay the Project schedule. The contingency fee shall only be
used with prior written approval from the City's Director of Development Services.
D. BUDGET ESTIMATES
The following table, Project Budget Estimate by Task, summarizes estimated costs to complete
the Project IS/MND, in accordance with the scope of work described above.
Project Budget Estimate by Task
Task 1 — Project Kickoff and Develop Project Description
$5,710
................ ..................... ................................
Task 2 — Peer Review Technical Studies
$6,820
2.1 Geologic Report
$1,480
$3,860
2.2 Project VMT and LOS Analysis
$1,480
2.3 Phase I ESA
_.................
Task 3 — Conduct Technical Investigations
$13,760
2.1: Air Quality Assessment
$5,645
2.2: Energy Consumption Analysis
$1,235
2.3: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Assessment
$1,655
2.4: Noise Impact Study
$5,225
2.5: Cultural Resources and Paleontological Resources Evaluations
$7,540
_.
Task 4 — Prepare Draft Initial Stud y
$20,865
................ ........ .....—..____- ...............................
Task 5 — Publish and Circulate Draft IS/MND
$1,330
.._......................... ......
Task 6 — Public Review and Adoption
. ..
$7,675
..... _.............. ___ .........................
Task 7 — Prepare and File NOD
...........
$725
..................................... ...
Task 8 — Project Management and Meetings
......................
$8,620
...................................... ..... .............................
Task 9 — Contingency Fee (10 Percent), with Director of Development Services Approval
$7,305
.w............................... .......
Labor Subtotal:
........
$80,350
Expenses: PrintedWWWWdocum _ ........------------ ...................._
p ents, thumb drives, County Clerk NOD Fee (includes $75 standard fee, but
$1 345
excludes potential additional fee charged by California Department of Fish and Wildlife, set at $2,555.25
(in 2021), mileage, shipping and materials, postage. *County Clerk NOD Fee for an MND.
GRAND TOTAL:
$81,695
Agreement No. 6089
Exhibit "C" - Resumes
UTM i I i -11-4
A re lr nt I� Je089
e a e a 17erence
INTERNATIONAL
Jennifer . u
Project Manager
General Qualifications
Years with Michael Baker. <i
Degrees
B.A., 2000, Environmental
Chemistry, University of California,
San Diego
Ms. Wu is an accomplished project manager, team leader, and effective Licensesl erti fications
team player, and has worked over 14 years in environmental consulting..
Ms. Wu has a proven track record managing and serving as technical lead Environmental Management, 2002,
on complex and oftentimes controversial projects involving substantial University of California Extension,
federal, state, and local agency and public coordination, permitting, and Irvine
environmental review processes (National Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)), through
project planning/development, permitting, and construction phases. Ms. Wu's project experience is diverse, and
includes local planning, residential, commercial, industrial, and utility development.
Residential and Commercial Project Experience
650 N PCH Office Campus Project IS/MND, El Segundo, CA,. Managed preparation of IS/MND and technical
studies for an office campus renovation and new construction project. The project involved renovation of two
existing 98,885 square feet, for a total of 99,916 square foot and 69,692 square foot office buildings and
construction of a new,122,156-square-foot, 7-level office building with an integrated 7-level,1,185-space
parking structure. Key technical issue areas addressed in the IS/MND included glare, air quality, noise,
hazardous materials, and transportation/vehicle miles traveled.
Newhall Ranch Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)/EIR, Valencia, CA: Prepared EIS/EIR
alternatives analysis for a large-scale master -planned community development, involving 20,000 residential
dwelling units, commercial district, water reclamation plant, public schools, fire stations and regional and community
parks.
Santa Barbara Ranch EIR, Santa Barbara, CA: EIR task leader and co-author for the controversial residential
development of 70 estate developments in the Gaviota Coast on 3,250 acres, including coastal zone development.
for the Aviation Boulevard at Artesia Boulevard Southbound to Westbound Right Turn Improvement Project. Key
issues being addressed within the IS/MND include air quality impacts, noise, hazardous materials, and circulation.
Fess Parker Waterfront Hotel and Youth Hostel, Santa Barbara, CA: Environmental compliance manager for the
project remediation activities and construction of a waterfront hotel and youth hostel. Managed and implemented
mitigation monitoring and reporting program, and prepared weekly reports to the City of Santa Barbara. Participated
in and presented at regular meetings with construction managers, project stakeholders, and agency representatives,
and interfaced with and responded to public inquiries and concerns.
Regional and Transportation Project Experience
San Luis Obispo Council of Governments, Master Services Agreement, San Luis Obispo, CA: Technical lead for
population growth, for on -call MSA services to provide regional population growth forecast services and associated
Regional Transportation/Sustainable Communities Strategy in support of the Sustainable Communities and Client
Protection Act of 2008 (SB 275).
MBAKERINTL.COM
AKe aCe a�of f6089e
INTERNATIONAL
San Bernardino County Transit -Oriented District: Managed land disposal and acquisition process for a planned
transit oriented district (TOD) for the City of San Bernardino. Efforts included preparation of CEQA Categorical
Exemption noticing and documentation for the San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG) land disposal
process.
High Speed Rail, Kern and Fresno County: Prepared re-examination in accordance with the California High -Speed
Rail Authority Environmental Compliance Manual. Re-examination packages included engineering design proposal
and resulting environmental review of the route and design changes on the Central Valley alignment.
Energy and Transmission Project Experience
Estrella Substation and Paso Robles Area Reinforcement Project, San Luis Obispo County: Conducted and
prepared environmental due diligence, cultural and historic resources investigations, biological surveys, California
Public Utility Commission (CPUC) Proponent's Environmental Assessment (PEA), and public outreach and workshops
for the construction and operation of two substations (together comprising Estrella Substation), and new and
upgraded powerline facilities.
Greenbean Works C and D, City of Palmdale: Managed and prepared Mitigated Negative Declarations (MNDs) for
two solar photovoltaic (PV) and grid battery projects located in the City of Palmdale. The MNDs were prepared
simultaneously and accepted by the City for circulation within a month (total). Minimal comments were received for
each project and the client received project permits and approvals within one month after draft MND circulation.
Fort Irwin Reinforcement Project, San Bernardino County: Managed and prepared NEPA Environmental
Assessment (EA) and Plan of Development (POD) accepted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the US.
Army Fort Irwin National Training Center for a 13-mile powerline reinforcement and rebuild project.
AV Solar Ranch One, Los Angeles County: Deputy Project Manager and Project Manager to conduct environmental
due diligence, permitting, and prepare CEQA Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and NEPA EA, for the construction
of a 230 megawatt (MW) solar PV electric generation facility located on 2,100 acres, in unincorporated Los Angeles
County.
Antelope Solar Farm Project, Los Angeles County: Managed and prepared environmental risk assessment,
permitting, baseline surveys and technical studies, and Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND), for a
20 MW solar PV facility on 320 acres in unincorporated Los Angeles County.
Desert Sunlight Solar Farm Project, Riverside County: Managed permitting, CEQA environmental review, and
construction of a 550 MW solar PV facility on 4,000+ acres, on BLM-administered land and Riverside County
jurisdictional lands.
Tehachapi Renewable Transmission Project, multiple county area (Los Angeles, Kern, San Bernardino, Riverside,
and Angeles National Forest): Technical lead for multiple NEPA and CEQA environmental discipline areas for a PEA
for an 80+ mile regional transmission line and substation network upgrade and new facility construction.
Arroyo Grande Oil Field and Lompoc Oil Field Development, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties:
Managed state and local permitting for oil field production well development, including preparing of permit
application submittals and technical study preparation. Participated in project presentations to the public (scoping
meetings and town council meetings) addressing project controversies and public safety.
Jennifer Wu
Apxeelrnt I�oe089
v e a e a irence
I N T E R N AT 1 0 N A L
John M. Bellas, LEED A
Senior Associate/Department Manager Years of Experience: 21
Degrees
General Qualifications BS,1999, Environmental Resource
With more than 20 years of experience, Mr. Bellas is a recognized expert in Management, Penn State
the environmental planningfield in Southern California. He has managed the University
preparation of numerous CEQA and NEPA documents for a wide range of Professional Affiliations
projects, including land development/entitlement projects, land use Association of Environmental
plans/programs, and capital improvement projects. In addition, he served as
an in-house/on-call environmental administrator/coordinator for several Professionals (AEP)
prominent cities in Southern California. He has also conducted specialized American Planning Association (APA)
CEQA training programs for client cities, served as an instructor in AEP's LEED AP, U.S. Green Building
Advanced CEQA and CEQA Essentials series, and presented on CEQA Council/Green Building Certification
topics at AEP and APA conferences. Institute
CEQA Advice and Strategy Experience
Mr. Bellas has served as an in-house and/or on -call CEQA advisor to the Cities of Los Angeles, Pasadena, Santa Clarita, Laguna
Woods, Blythe, and California City. In this role, he has reviewed numerous environmental documents for technical and legal
adequacy and provided strategic guidance on countless CEQA matters. Notable assignments include:
City of Los Angeles, EIR Peer Review Services. Mr. Bellas leads a team of five senior/principal-level environmental planners
that provide EIR Peer Review Services to the Los Angeles Department of City Planning. In this role, he provides technical
review of initial studies, Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessments (SCEA), draft/final environmental impact
reports (EIRs), and CEQA findings/statements of overriding considerations. He also regularly advises the City on CEQA
matters. Examples include working with the City Attorney's Office to develop an approach to analyzing greenhouse gas
emissions in CEQA documents; drafting/compiling standardized regulatory framework language for the City's EIRs; and
contributingto the City's white paper on addressingthe Friant Ranch case in CEQA documents.
City of Pasadena, Environmental Coordinator/Administrator. Mr. Bellas has served as the City of Pasadena's
environmental coordinator/administrator for more than 10 years, where he is responsible for all of the City's environmental
documents. Tasks include supervising the CEQA process for all projects in the City; reviewing CEQA and NEPA documents
prepared by City staff and other consultants; providing recommendations on the appropriate procedures for complyingwith
CEQA and other environmental regulations; strategizing with the City Attorney's Office on CEQA matters; reviewing
technical studies for adequacy; drafting comment letters on behalf of the City for projects outside of the City'sjurisdiction or
forwhich the City is a responsible agency; overseeingthe preparation, posting, and distribution of environmental notices; and
participating in public meetings and hearings.
CEQA Document Project Management Experience
Mr. Bellas has managed the preparation of numerous CEQA documents, ranging from program El Rs for community plans,
specific plans, and other land use plans to project -level EIRs and initial study/mitigated negative declarations (IS/MND) for
land development and public works projects. He served as project manager for the following CEQA documents for long-range
plans/land use plans, which represent a limited sample of his experience:
McI)ael Baker
■ City of Arcadia, Arroyo Pacific Academy Specific Plan IS/MND
City of Calimesa, JP Ranch EIR*
City of Calimesa, Holbert Ranch EIR*
City of Fontana, Summit at Rosena Specific Plan EIR*
• City of Industry, Puente Hills Mall Expansion Project IS/MND
City of Industry, Chestnut Street Warehouse Project EIR
■ City of Laguna Woods, General Plan EIR
City of Laguna Woods, Golden Rain Foundation GPA/ZC IS/MND
City of Laguna Woods, Gate 12 Community Center Improvement Project IS/MND
City of Lomita, Cypress Street Reservoir EA/EIR*
City of Manhattan Beach, Downtown Specific Plan IS/MND
City of Monterey Park, DoubleTree Hotel IS/MND
City of Morro Bay, Housing Element IS/ND
■ City of Ontario, Cimarron Redevelopment Project Area Plan EIR, Project Manager*
City of Ontario, Diamante Terrace EIR, Project Manager*
City of Ontario, Tessier Work/Live Project EIR, Project Manager*
City of Pasadena, Villa Esperanza Master Plan IS/MND
City of Pasadena, Housing Element IS/ND
City of Pasadena, 39 Congress Medical Building IS/MND
City of Pasadena, Caltech Astrophysics Building (Cahill Center) IS/MND*
City of Pasadena, Monk Hill Treatment Facility IS/MND*
• City of Pasadena, Hahamongna Watershed Park Master Plan CEQA Document*
City of Pasadena, Urban Wildlife Management Plan IS/MND
City of Rancho Palos Verdes, Lower Hesse Park Master Plan IS/MND
• City of Rancho Palos Verdes, Grandview Park Master Plan IS/MND
City of Rolling Hills Estates, General Plan EIR (ongoing)
City of Rolling Hills Estates, United Methodist Church School Project IS/MND
• City of Rolling Hills Estates, The Village/Merrill Gardens Project IS/MND
City of Rolling Hills Estates, Chandler Ranch/Rolling Hills Golf Course EIR*
City of Rolling Hills Estates, Peninsula Center Revitalization Project IS/MND
City of Rolling Hills Estates, Butcher Ranch IS/MND*
City of Rolling Hills Estates, Covenant Church Project IS/MND
City of Santa Clarita, Jobs Creation Overlay Zone IS/MND
City of Santa Clarita, Canyon Country Community Center Project IS/MND
City of Santa Clarita, Kaiser Permanente Medical Office Building IS/MND
■ City of Santa Clarita, Valencia Suites Hotel IS/MND
City of Santa Clarita, Rent -A -Bin IS/MND
City of Santa Clarita, Sierra Highway Pedestrian Bridge and Roadway Improvement Project IS/MND
• City of Santa Clarita, Canyon Brook Estates Project IS/MND
City of Santa Clarita, Newhall Mixed -Use Project IS/MND and EA/FONSI
City of South Pasadena, Dog Park IS/MND
• City of South Pasadena, Pasadena Avenue Lofts EIR *
City of South Pasadena, Wilson Reservoir Replacement Project IS/MND*
Agreement No. 6089
INTERNATIONAL
v City of Westlake Village, Community Park EIR*
0 City of Westlake Village, Opus West Development EIR*
City of Westlake Village, Sunrise Senior Assisted Living EIR*
City of Westlake Village, Russell Ranch Retail Center EIR*
County of Santa Barbara, Energy and Climate Action Plan EIR
South Pasadena Unified School District, Mission Place Project EIR
Santa Monica -Malibu Unified School District, Santa Monica High School Campus Plan EIR
* Denotes work or projects completed priortojoining Michael Baker International.
Select Lectures and Course Instruction
Mr. Bellas regularly speaks/presents on CEQA matters. Select examples of past engagements include:
• "Advanced CEQA" Association of Environmental Professionals (Inland Empire Section). 2011, 2018, and 2020.
• "CEQA Essentials." Association of Environmental Professionals (Inland Empire Section). 2017, 2018, and 2019.
• "EIR Review: A How To Guide, Parts I-V" (City of Los Angeles CEQA Training). Los Angeles, CA. 2020.
• "CEQA Overview for the Pasadena City Council." Pasadena, CA. 2019.
"CEQA Update for the Pasadena Planning Commission." Pasadena, CA. 2017.
"CEQA Overview for the California City Planning Commission." California City, CA.2019.
"The Ethics are Right." Association of Environmental Professionals. Monterey, CA.2019.
"Mitigation Measures: A Rose by Any Other Name..." American Planning Association. San Diego, CA 2o18.
* "CEQA's Mid -Life Crisis." American Planning Association. Pasadena, CA. 2o16.
0, "Blazing the Trail: Pasadena's Path to Adopting VMT Transportation Metrics." American Planning Association.
Pasadena, CA.2016.
• "Success and Challenges for Cities in Streamlining CEQA." Association of Environmental Professionals. San Diego,
CA. 2o16.
"City of Santa Clarita CEQA Training, Part I (CEQA Basics) and Part II (Advanced CEQA Topics)." Santa Clarita, CA.
2016.
a "City of Santa Clarita CEQA Training, Parts 1,11, and I II." Santa Clarita, CA.2013.
Agxe�mnt 0e089
T e a e a erence
INTERNATIONAL
a dd y Nichols
Senior Project Manager
Mr. Nichols is a veteran land use planner with more than 36 years of
professional experience in California. He conducts quality assurance
reviews of technical reports, evaluating planning policies and
performing due diligence investigations for various clients, including
municipal agencies, builders, land developers, and utility agencies.
Years with Michael Baker: 6
Years with Other Firms: 30
Degrees
BS, Urban & Environmental
Mr. Nichols has worked for local government agencies as a staff Studies
planner, for a municipal planning consultant where he was a contract Professional Affiliations
planner in a dozen cities, and as an environmental planning consultant LEED Green Associate
for several firms and as a sole proprietor. He has written/managed Advanced Certificate in
CEQA documents for a wide variety of land development projects, Sustainable Innovation
rezonings, general plan updates, specific plans, and infrastructure Global Reporting Initiative (G 4)
master plans and projects, and has also written zoning ordinances. His Basic Training
blend of urban planning skills and CEQA expertise is particularly
valuable where an ability to interpret and apply the conceptual
planning elements in an effective environmental impact assessment is crucial. Because of his experience in
preparing updated general plans/elements and in conducting professional critiques of general plans and general
plan EIRs, Mr. Nichols is also skilled in assessing impacts at a programmatic level and in developing mitigation
measures that will facilitate a streamlined environmental review effort for subsequent site -specific development
applications.
Relevant Experience
Canyon Country Community Center IS/MND I City of Santa Clarita
Senior Project Manager to develop a new community center with spaces for community events, trails, passive and
active outdoor recreation, and flood control improvements on a mostly vacant site. Randy oversaw critical
document revisions, was the consultant team liaison with City, responded to public and other government agency
comments, completed all documentation for local agency approvals. IS/MND was certified and City approved the
project.
Lincoln Middle School Modernization and Site Improvements Subsequent IS/MND I Santa
Monica Unified School District
Senior Project Manager to complete a Subsequent Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration, pursuant to CEQA.
Project was to replace an existing building, construct various modernization improvements and site improvements,
including resurfacing and lighting of an existing sports field, at the Lincoln Middle School. Specific responsibilities
included overseeing critical revisions to the IS/MND, applying directions of school district land use attorney, editing
and quality control, team management, responding to public and other government agency comments, and
distribution and filing of all required documents and notices. The IS/MND was certified and project was approved
by the school district.
MBAKERINTL.COM
A re a e r l nt I�gff6089
e a i erence
INTERNATIONAL
Chick fil-A Drive-Thru/Fast Food Restaurant IS/MND I City of El Segundo
Senior Project Manager responsible for preparation and certification of a detailed Initial Study/Mitigated Negative
Declaration, pursuantto CEQA. Project was redevelopment of a 1960's era bank building with a fast food restaurant
with drive-thru service, along a busy major arterial road and close to a major intersection. Specific responsibilities
included team coordination, project management, editing of all document sections, preparation of certain sections,
liaison with the Lead Agency, distribution and filing of all required documents and notices, public presentations,
responding to public and other agency comments. IS/MND was certified and the project was approved by the City
of EI Segundo.
Dockweiler 21 Subdivision IS/MND I City of Santa Clarita
Senior Project Manager responsible for preparation and certification of a detailed Initial Study/Mitigated Negative
Declaration, pursuant to CEQA. Project is subdivision of19.4 acres of undeveloped land for development of 96, two-
story, single family detached homes on lots to be sold as condominium ownerships. Specific responsibilities include
team coordination, project management, editing of all document sections, preparation of certain sections, liaison
with the Lead Agency, distribution and filing of all required documents and notices, public presentations,
responding to public and other agency comments. IS/MND is nearing completion and is to be circulated for public
review and comment in the near future.
Signal Hill Business Park IS/MND I City of Signal Hill
Senior Project Manager responsible for preparation and certification of a detailed Initial Study/Mitigated Negative
Declaration, pursuant to CEQA. Project is development of 152,000 square feet of light industrial building space, with
related site improvements, on 8.7 acres of vacant land that supported an oil refinery for over 70 years. Specific
responsibilities include team coordination, project management, editing of all document sections, preparation of
certain sections, liaison with the Lead Agency, distribution and filing of all required documents and notices, public
presentations, responding to public and other agency comments. IS/MND is in process and is to be circulated for
public review and comment in the near future.
Heritage Square EIR I City of Signal Hill
Senior Project Manager responsible for preparation and certification of a comprehensive environmental impact
report (EIR), pursuantto CEQA. Project is development of a mixed use retail/restaurants, high density residential
development on an active oilfield site. Specific responsibilities include team coordination, project management,
editing of all document sections, preparation of certain sections, liaison with the Lead Agency, distribution and filing
of all required documents and notices, public presentations, respondingto public and other agency comments.
Notice of Preparation and scoping process has been completed and EIR is in process, pending project design
revisions.
Bouquet Canyon EIR I City of Santa Clarita
Senior Project Manager responsible for preparation and certification of a comprehensive environmental impact
report (EIR), pursuantto CEQA. Project is development of approximately 370 new for -sale homes, including
detached, townhomes, and motorcourts, together with site improvements and realignment of a major arterial
roadway. Project site lies on 57 acres of undeveloped land classified within a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone.
EIR will be supported by air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, energy, geotechnical, greenhouse gas,
noise, and visual simulation studies. Specific responsibilities include team coordination, project management,
editing of all document sections, preparation of certain sections, liaison with the Lead Agency, distribution and filing
of all required documents and notices, public presentations, responding to public and other agency comments.
Notice of Preparation and scoping process has been completed and EIR is in process, pending project design
revisions.
Randy Nichols
VISTA
ENVIRONMENTAL
Agreement No. 6089
HIGHLIGHTS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
.._.............
Education Mr. Tonkovich has over 15 years of air quality and noise analysis experience.
M.S., Electrical Engineering, He specializes in air quality and noise impact analyses for governmental
University of Southern agencies and the business community and has completed numerous complex
California air and noise studies that conform to both the California Environmental
B.S., Planning and
Development, University of
Southern California
Key Strengths
Air quality
Global Climate Change
Heath Risk Assessments
Noise
Training
in Stays up to date with modeling
techniques and regulations
through continuing education
courses
Registrations/Certifications
American Institute of Certified
Planners (AICP)
American Planning Association
(APA)
Institute of Noise Control
Engineering (INCE)
State of California General "B"
Contractor License
Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
requirements.
Mr. Tonkovich's air quality analysis experience includes global climate change
analyses and health risk assessments. He is proficient in utilizing CaIEEMod,
LIRBEMIS2007, CALINE4, ISCST3, AERMOD, EMFAC2014, and 0ffRoad2011
models, in order to quantify emissions impacts as well as to assess the efficacy
of proposed mitigation.
Mr. Tonkovich is also experienced in noise analyses and is proficient in utilizing
FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM), FHWA Roadway Construction Noise Model
(RCNM), FAA Integrated Noise Model (INM), and SounclPlan. In addition he has
created and implemented a noise program based on the FHWA-RD-77-108
Standard. Through the use of the above models he is able to efficiently
determine noise impacts to nearby sensitive land uses and assess the efficacy
of proposed mitigation.
He has successfully run an environmental consulting business for over 14 years
and has been responsible in managing costs, scheduling, and accounting. Mr.
Tonkovich has a proven record of preparing air quality and noise impact
analyses to successful completion. During his 15+ year career he has prepared
more than 500 environmental documents with a 100 percent success rate.
Mr. Tonkovich is experienced in a wide range of project types, including:
residential, commercial, industrial, and recreational projects as well as public
projects that include specific plans and general plans. He has experience in
preparing studies to specific standards and formats such as Caltrans Air Quality
and Noise Study Reports and NEPA Environmental Assessments and has completed air quality and/or noise
analyses in over 200 different local jurisdictions throughout California.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Camino Town & Country Center Revitalization Project, Oceanside, CA.
Prepared an Air Quality and Global Climate Change Analysis, a Health Risk Assessment (HRA) and Noise Impact
Analysis for the demolition of 84,305 square feet of existing building space and construction of 109,150 square
feet of shopping center building space. The air quality and GHG report analyzed the regional construction and
operational air and GHG emissions with the CalEEMod model and provided a qualitative analysis of local fugitive
dust impacts from construction. The analysis found that construction and operational activities would create
less than significant air quality impacts. The GHG analysis compared the business -as -usual GHG emissions to
the with project year 2020 GHG emissions and found that the proposed project would result in a significant
GHG emissions impact. Mitigation was provided that limited parking supply, required the installation of four
electric vehicle charging stations, improvements to pedestrian network, and implementation of a ride sharing
www.vistalb.com
Agreement No. 6089
program to the shopping center employees. With implementation of the GHG mitigation measures, the GHG
emissions were reduced to less than significant levels. The HRA utilized diesel truck running and idling emission
rates from the EMFAC2014 model, TRU emission rates from the OFFROAD2011 model and the AERMOD View
to calculate the diesel particulate matter (DPM) concentrations from operation of the proposed project at the
nearby sensitive receptors. No significant health risks were found. The noise analysis utilized the FHWA's RCNM
model to analyze the noise impacts from onsite construction activities and utilized the FHWA RD-77-108 model
to analyze the noise impacts associated with the additional vehicles on the nearby roads and utilized typical
noise propagation rates to analyze the new onsite stationary noise sources. No significant construction or
operational noise or vibration impacts were found.
Home 2 Hotel by Hilton Project, Redlands, CA. Prepared an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Impact
Analysis and a Noise Impact Analysis that analyzed the development of a 77-room hotel adjacent to Interstate
10 and Tennessee Street. The air quality and greenhouse gas emissions analyses utilized the CaIEEMod model
to analyze the regional air and GHG emissions from construction and operational activities and the SCAQMD's
Look -Up Tables were utilized to analyze the criteria pollutants local air concentrations at the nearby sensitive
receptors. No significant air quality or GHG emissions impacts were found. The noise analysis utilized the
FHWA's RCNM model to analyze the noise impacts from onsite construction activities, utilized the FHWA RD-
77-108 model to calculate the off -site roadway noise impacts from project -generated trips, and utilized the
SounclPlan model to calculate the freeway and nearby road noise impacts to the proposed hotel rooms and
outdoor pool and BBQ areas. Significant noise impacts were found to occur at the outdoor pool and BBQ area
and mitigation of a 10-foot high wall was recommended to reduce the outdoor noise impacts to less than
significant levels. Significant noise impacts were also found in the hotel rooms that would face Interstate 10
and mitigation of upgraded windows with a minimum STC rating of 28 STC was recommended to reduce the
hotel room noise impacts to less than significant levels.
HR Transmission Line Project, Redondo Beach, CA. Prepared air quality, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and
noise initial study sections as a subcontractor for Chambers Group, Inc. for California Water Service company
for the development of a 1.81 mile water transmission line to connect existing wells at Station 8 and Station 22
to the existing 3.5 MG tank at Station 5. The air quality analysis utilized CalEEMod to analyze the project's
regional criteria pollutant and GHG emissions and SCAQMD's Mass Rate LST Look -up Tables to analyze the
project's local criteria pollutant impacts from construction activities. The GHG analysis also utilized CaIEEMod
to analyze construction -related GHG emissions and provided a qualitative operational analysis. The noise
analysis utilized the FHWA RCNM to analyze construction noise impacts to the nearby homes and school and
provided a qualitative analysis of operational activities. No significant construction or operational impacts were
found.
Overhill Drive Improvement Project, Windsor Hills, CA. Prepared air quality, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions,
and noise initial study sections for Los Angeles County Department of Public Works for the development of a
Class I Bicycle Path and Pedestrian Path on the east side of Overhill Drive from Stocker Street to Slauson Avenue,
construction of retaining walls, bus pads, parkway drains and catch basins, reconstruction of pavement curbs
and gutters, street lighting upgrades, and landscape improvements. The air quality analysis utilized CaIEEMod
to analyze the project's regional criteria pollutant and GHG emissions and SCAQMD's Mass Rate LST Look -up
Tables to analyze the project's local criteria pollutant impacts from construction activities. The GHG analysis
also utilized CaIEEMod to analyze construction -related GHG emissions and provided a qualitative operational
analysis. The noise analysis utilized the FHWA RCNM to analyze construction noise impacts to the nearby homes
and school and provided a qualitative analysis of operational activities. No significant construction or
operational impacts were found.
www.vistalb.com
AgX.ee 1r e�nt I�,e089
v e a e a erence
INTERNATIONAL
Margo A. Nayyar
Cultural Resources Department Manager
General Qualifications
Ms. Nayyar is a senior architectural historian with cultural management
Years with Michael Baker: 6
Years with Other Firms: 5
Degrees
M.A., 2013, Public History,
California State University at
Sacramento
experience in California. Her experience includes built environment
surveys, evaluation of historic -era resources using guidelines outlined in B.A., 2006, History, University of
the National Register of Historic Places and the California Register of California, Santa Cruz
Historical Resources, and preparation of cultural resources technical
studies pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and
Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) including identification studies, finding of effect
documents, memorandum of agreements, programmatic agreements, and Historic American Building
Survey/Historic American Engineering Record/Historic American Landscape Survey HABS/HAER/HALS mitigation
documentation. She prepares cultural resources environmental document sections for CEQA environmental
documents including infill checklists, initial studies, and environmental impact reports (EIR), as well as National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) environmental documents including environmental impact statements and
environmental assessments. She also specializes in municipal preservation planning, historic preservation
ordinance updates, Native American consultation, and provision of Certified Local Government (CLG) trainingto
interested local governments. She develops Survey 123 and ESRI Collector applications for large-scale historic
resources surveys, and authors National Register nomination packets. Ms. Nayyar meets the Secretary of the
Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for history and architectural history.
Experience
650 N PCH Project IS/MND, El Segundo, California. CityofE(Segundo. Cultural and Historic Resources Specialist
providing oversight on the evaluation of the project properties at 650-700 N PCH Highway. Oversaw preparation of
the cultural resources and historic resources technical memorandum and DPR forms in support of the Project
IS/MND.
Cypress Village Mixed Use Project EIR, California. Cityof Covina. Cultural Resources Specialist. Authored the
cultural resources identification memo completed in support of the CEQA environmental compliance for the
project. The memo summarized the methods and results of a SCCIC records search, literature review, map review,
archaeological sensitivity assessment, and paleontological resources sensitivity assessment. The memo provided
mitigation measures for the late discovery of archaeological resources and paleontological monitoring due to the
high sensitivity for paleontological resources within the project area. Developmentfor14,000 square feet of retail
and fast food service business on 2.9 acres, and 61 for -sale, detached single family homes on 5 acres. Project
includes all onsite infrastructure, off -site infrastructure connections, landscaping, lighting and recreation area
improvements. Project requires City approvals of general plan and zoning amendments.
Podium 93 SDP.AiexandriaRea/Estate Equities, Inc. Cultural Resources Specialist. Authored the cultural
resources memo report summarizingthe methods and results of a South Coastal Information Center records
search, literature and map review, and geoarchaeo logical sensitivity assessment. No historical, archaeological, or
human remains were identified within the project area. Late discovery mitigation measures were recommended for
MBAKERINTL.COM
A re ynt 1�0
e a e a i ere6089nce
INTERNATIONAL
archaeological resources. Findings of the study were incorporated into the IS/MND completed for the project,
which proposed redevelopment of the site with mixed -use commercial buildings.
UCI - Health Campus Amb. Care. UniversityofCaiifornia Irvine. Cultural Resources Specialist. Completed a South
Central Coastal Information Center records search, literature review, map review, and California Register
evaluation of one historic district and one cultural landscape in support of the CEQA-compliant cultural resources
technical study completed for the project. The built environment resources were recommended ineligible for listing
in the California Register. The project area included known archaeological resources and data recovery
was recommended before the site was to be destroyed. Findings of the report were incorporated into the CEQA
environmental document completed forthe Project.
Old Gym Modernization. South Pasadena UnifiedSchoo/District. Architectural Historian. Completed a Secretary
of the Interior's Treatment of Historic Properties: Rehabilitation review for the modernization plans completed by
SVA Architects for the South Pasadena Middle School Gym, commonly referred to as the Old Gym. The Old Gym
was evaluated as eligible for listing as a City of South Pasadena Landmark in 2004 and again in 2017 and is therefore
a historical resource as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15064.5(a). This project
review was completed to determine if the project would result in a substantial adverse change in the significance of
the Old Gym and if the project is consistent with the Secretary of Interiors Standards for the Treatment of Historic
Properties to support a Class 31 Categorical Exemption (CCR Title 14 Section 15331- Historical Resource
Restoration/Rehabilitation). Determined that the project complies with the Standards for Rehabilitation because it
emphasizes preservation and replacement in kind of historic features of the building, as well as adds a compatible
but distinctively new addition. Therefore, according to CCR Title 14 Section 15064.5(b)(3) and CCR Title 14 Section
15126.4 (b)(1) the project would not result in a substantial adverse change to the significance of the Old Gym,
because the project is consistent with the Standards for Rehabilitation.
Infineon Historic Evaluations, El Segundo, California. CityofE/Segundo. Project Manager. Completed a South
Central Coastal Information Center (SCCIC) records search, field survey, literature and historical map review, and
California Register of Historical Resources (California Register) evaluation of an industrial complex to determine
whether the project site contained significant historical resources as defined by CEQA Section 15064.5(a). Authored
a memo summarizingthe methods and results of the cultural resources identification efforts. Findings will be
incorporated into a future CEQA environmental document completed for the project. The project proposed
demolition of three buildings and redevelopment with multi -family housing. Michael Baker completed the cultural
resources identification memo report and California Register of Historical Resources evaluation of three buildings
proposed for demolition and redevelopment. The findings of the memo report and evaluation determined the
direction of the environmental document required for the project pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act.
East Village Green Redevelopment Phase I, San Diego, California. Civic San Diego. Project Manager. Authored
the cultural and paleontological resources study. As part of MM HIST-A.1-1, five built environment resources were
identified within the area of potential effects (APE); two were San Diego HRB designated resources, and three were
evaluated for significance and recommended ineligible for listing in the National Register, California Register, and
San Diego HRB. Michael Baker provided engineering services to satisfy historic resources measures for the
redevelopment of an urban area into a two -acre community park in the East Village neighborhood. For the project,
Civic San Diego had to comply with mitigation measures contained in the Final Environmental Impact Report
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Downtown Community Plan (FEIR), as well as condition 8 of
the Centre City Site Development Permit. Michael Baker prepared the cultural and paleontological resource
identification study to partially satisfy the requirements of the FEIR and condition 8.
Margo A. Nayyar
AKI%a�Ce a�Qf fe�en9 e
I N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
Carla R. Dietrich, P".E., PTOE
Traffic Studies
General Qualifications
Ms. Dietrich is experienced in traffic engineering and transportation
planning studies. She has served as a traffic task manager on various
projects including conceptual engineering studies, corridor studies, traffic
impact studies, feasibility studies, interchange justification reports, and
traffic analysis in support of environmental documents. Ms. Dietrich is
knowledgeable in the areas of traffic signalization, safety, complete
streets, access management, bicycle and pedestrian design, and context
sensitive solutions. Her technical expertise includes crash analysis, traffic
simulation, capacity analysis including roundabouts and coordinated signal
systems, queuing analysis, and trip generation analysis.
Experience
Years with Michael Baker. 22
Years with Other Firms: 1
Degrees
B.S.,1997, Civil and Environmental
Engineering, Carnegie Mellon
University
Licenses/Certifications
Professional Engineer,
Pennsylvania, 2004, PE070655
Professional Traffic Operations
Engineer, 2008, 2468
Professional Engineer, Louisiana,
2010, 35480
Dockweiler Residential. CityofSanta Ciarita. Traffic Engineer. Conducted peer review of traffic impact
study. Michael Baker reviewed the traffic impact study to determine if the report had been prepared in
conformance with appropriate guidelines for preparation of traffic impact analysis reports and in accordance with
City procedures for implementing the State CEQA guidelines. Michael Baker performed development of19.4 acres
of heavily sloping land containing an inactive oilfield, with 93 for sale, single family detached homes and related site
improvements.
Signal Hill Business Park IS/MND, California. CityofSigna/Hi//. Traffic Engineer. Conducted traffic impact study
peer review. Michael Baker reviewed the study to determine if the report had been prepared in conformance with
appropriate guidelines and in accordance with City procedures for implementing the State CEQA guidelines.
Michael Baker provided development of approximately 150,000 square feet of light industrial space, arranged in
nine tilt -up concrete buildings, on an 8.9 acre site highly contaminated from a former oil refinery that operated
onsite for over 60 years.
Beverly Boulevard Warehouse Project, Pico Rivera, California. inSiteProperties Traffic Engineer. Responsible
for preparation of traffic operations study and vehicle miles traveled (VMT) technical memorandum associated
with proposed warehouse development. Oversaw traffic volume forecasts using passenger car equivalents,
capacity analysis, safety review, VMT screening, and documentation of results. Proposed project includes
approximately 360,000 square feet of warehousing development. Michael Baker is preparing the environmental
documentation, conceptual bridge plans, and facilitating permitting by working closely with City and Agency staff..
1-15 Logistics Center (CapRock Warehouse) Project, Fontana, California. CityofFontana. Traffic Engineer.
Responsible for conducting traffic impact study. Michael Baker is providing environmental engineering services for
the CapRock Warehouse Project. The proposed project consists of the development of a warehouse, as well as the
annexation of adjacent parcels and portions of the right-of-way for Lytle Creek Road, Sierra Avenue, and the
Interstate 15 freeway. Michael Baker is providing a health risk assessment, an environmental impact report, a traffic
impact study, and a habitat assessment to determine any possible impacts to wildlife and special -status plant
species.
MBAKERINTL.COM
Agreement I�,e089
e Make a i erence
INTERNATIONAL
Beaumont Ave - Traffic Study. CityofBeaumont. Traffic Engineer. Oversaw traffic signal study preparation
including warrant analysis. Michael Baker prepared a signal warrant study for eight (8) existing stop -controlled
intersections along the Beaumont Avenue corridor, approximately 1.22 miles. The study was in support of the
Beaumont Avenue Rehabilitation Project.
CarMax Auto. CenterPoint/ntegrated5o(utions, LLC. Traffic Engineer. Responsible for preparation of traffic
impact study. Michael Baker documented the traffic impacts associated with the proposed 7,590 square -foot
CarMax development located in the City of Victorville. The TIA included trip generation analysis, traffic forecasts,
traffic operations analysis, impact analysis, development of mitigation strategies, signal warrant analysis, and fair -
share calculations. Analysis also conducted for a what -if scenario given the potential for future development
adjacent to the site.
Cathedral City Development. DesertHousing Ventures, LLC. Transportation Engineer. Oversaw preparation of
traffic impact study. Michael Baker documented the traffic impacts associated with the proposed 110 single-family
residential development located in the City of Cathedral City. The study included trip generation analysis, traffic
forecasts, operations analysis, and impact analysis.
Griffin Homes Project, Redlands, California. CityofRediands. Traffic Engineer. Conducted traffic impact study
peer review. Michael Baker reviewed the study to determine if the report had been prepared in conformance with
appropriate guidelines and in accordance with City procedures for implementing the State CEQA guidelines.
Michael Baker is providing engineering services for the Griffin Homes project, a plan of 207 single-family residences
with associated utilities, infrastructure, open space, and recreational areas on approximately 37.2 acres.
Phelan Industrial IS/MND Peer Review, Rancho Cucamonga, California. CityofRancho Cucamonga. Traffic
Engineer. Conducted traffic impact study peer review. Michael Baker is providing engineering consulting services
for the city of Rancho Cucamonga. As part of an on -call agreement, it is assisting the city with California
Environmental Quality Act compliance by performing peer reviews of initial studies/mitigated negative
declarations (IS/MND) and environmental impact reports (EIR). For this project, Michael Baker reviewed the
IS/MND and associated technical studies for an 11.73-acre industrial project.
Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle 7 Traffic Signal Modifications, Palm Springs, California. Cityof
PaimSprings. Traffic Engineer. Responsible for overseeing traffic analysis using Synchro software and traffic study
documentation. Michael Baker was retained to prepare the design plans for 19 signal modifications and American
with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant pedestrian access ramps to improve safety throughout the City of Palm
Springs, California. The improvements include increasing signal visibility and installing advance dilemma -zone
detection systems. Design efforts included roadway plans, striping and signing plans, traffic signal plans, and
quantity and cost estimates. The design team coordinated with the City, Caltrans' utility coordination staff, and
utility owners to avoid any conflicts.
On -Call General Plan Planning and Environmental Support, Riverside County, California. Riverside
County. Traffic Engineer. Provided traffic engineering support including review of traffic impact studies. Michael
Baker has provided on -call general plan support to the County since 2014. Responsibilities include processing
General Plan Amendments, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance, zoning code amendments, and
climate action plan support.
Carla R. Dietrich, P.E., PTOE
A�Ve a�Ce a Ui f�erence
I N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
Brent Schleck
Senior Environmental Planner
General Qualifications
Mr. Schleck is a Senior Environmental Planner with Michael Baker's
Long Beach Office. He has eight years of experience assisting in and
managing the preparation of environmental compliance
documentation in accordance with the National Environmental Policy
Act (NEPA) and the Endangered Species Act for a variety of federal
actions. Currently, Mr. Schleck assists in and manages the
preparation of environmental documentation in accordance the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), such as Initial
Study/Mitigated Negative Declarations and Environmental Impact
Reports for residential, industrial, institutional, and commercial
projects throughout California.
Years with Michael Baker: 2
Years with Other Firms: 6
Degrees
M.U.P., 2012, Environmental Planning,
University of Michigan
B.S., 2010, Environmental Biology,
Purdue University
Professional Affiliations
Association of Environmental
Professionals (AEP)
Mr. Schleck's background includes preparing Biological Evaluations required under the Endangered Species Act for
the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and crafting federa I environmental regulations.
Additionally, his experience includes preparing NEPA documentation for NOAA-funded coastal infrastructure
improvements and coastal storm resilience and mitigation projects in the Great Lakes region.
Relevant Experience
Jobs Creation Overlay Zone IS/ND. CityofSanta Clarita PianningDivision. Mr. Schleck assisted in the completion
of an Initial Study for the City of Santa Clarita for a proposed Jobs Creation Overlay Zone (JCOZ), which would
establish new procedures for permitting office and industrial development projects that exceed the height
established for their underlying zone. The proposed JCOZ would replace an existing CUP requirement with an
appealable, Director -level discretionary review process for office buildings up to 5 stories and industrial buildings
up to 55 feet in height. The IS focused on aesthetic impacts that could reasonably be expected to result from the
project, which could encourage development of buildings taller than those currently requiring a CUP.
MetroWalk Specific Plan (ongoing). CityofSanta C/aritaPianningDiv&ion. Mr. Schleck is currently assisting in the
preparation of a Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment (SCEA) forthe MetroWalk Specific Plan, which
is a residential project involvingthe development of 498 residential units comprising of a mix of housingtypes,
including market -rate apartments and townhomes, age -qualified apartments, and affordable senior apartments. In
addition, the project would include a multi -use path that would linkthe project site with the future Metrolink Vista
Canyon Station to the east and the Vista Canyon Specific Plan developmentto the north, while connecting project
amenities, including park nodes, open space, a central clubhouse, and a playground. The multi -use path would terminate
at a public plaza at the far eastern area of the project site, which would provide a publicly accessible outdoor amenity
adjacent to the Metrolink station and a connection to other amenities within the Vista Canyon Specific Plan area.
Sierra West Assisted Living and Memory Care Project IS/MND (ongoing). CityofSanta CiaritaPianningDivision.
Mr. Schleck is currently managing the preparation of an IS/MND for the City of Santa Clarita for the Sierra West
Assisted Living and Memory Care Project. The project site is located on Sierra Highway, 800 feet south of Newhall
MBAKERINTL.COM
AKeff aUiffe�en9e
I N T E R N AT 1 0 N A L
Avenue and would develop an 83-unit senior livingfacility on 3.99 acres of mostly undeveloped land immediately
north of Eternal Valley Memorial Park. The proposed project would include five above -ground levels in addition to
one subterranean level used for guest and resident parking. The proposed project would also include amenities such
as separate outdoor spaces for assisted living and memory care residents, an indoor gymnasium and salon, and a
multi -use trail along Sierra Highway.
Bouquet Canyon Residential Project and Roadway Realignment EIR. CityofSanta CiaritaPianningDivision. Mr.
Schleck assisted in the preparation of an EIR for the City of Santa Clarita regarding the Bouquet Canyon Residential
Project, located along the eastern and southern sides of Bouquet Canyon Road between Copper Canyon Drive and
Plum Canyon Road. The proposed project would construct of 45 single-family detached units,102 bungalows,132
row homes, g0 homes arranged in motor courts, and 92 townhomes on 57 acres of mostly undeveloped land. The
proposed project would also include closing a portion of and constructing a new alignment of Bouquet Canyon Road.
The project requires a CUP, development and architectural design review, a ridgeline alteration permit, an oak tree
permit, and a tentative tract map to subdivide the property into 70 lots.
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital Master Plan Supplemental EIR (ongoing). CityofSanta CiaritaPianningDivision.
Mr. Schleck is currently assisting in the preparation of a Supplemental EIR for an amendment to the Henry Mayo
Hospital Master Plan. The Hospital, located at the intersection of McBean Parkway and Orchard Village Road, is
proposing to revise the Master Plan to allow for an additional200,000 square feet of building space, as well as
expansion of an existing parking facility. The proposed development includes an 84,300-sf, 3-story diagnostic and
treatment building, a 115,700-sf, five -story inpatient building, and the addition of three aboveground levels to an
existing parking structure for an additional292 parking spaces. The EIR analyzes aesthetics; air quality; energy;
greenhouse gas emissions; noise; transportation; tribal cultural resources; and utilities and service systems.
Dockweiler Residential Development IS/MND. CityofSanta CiaritaPianningDivision. Mr. Schleck assisted in the
preparation of an IS/MND for the City of Santa Clarita for the Dockweiler Residential Development Project, located
at the southwest corner of Dockweiler Drive and Sierra Highway in the City of Santa Clarita. The project involved
developing 96 detached residential condominiums on 21.44 acres of mostly undeveloped land previously used for
oil extraction and storage. The proposed gated community included homes ranging in size between 2,050 and 2,450
and included amenities such as a pool, clubhouse, children's playground, passive park, and a multipurpose trail.
NEPA documentation for CDBG- and HOME -funded Projects. Mu/tipieMunicipaiities. Mr. Schleck leads the
preparation environmental reviews and the completion of categorical exclusions, categorical exemptions,
environmental assessments, and environmental review records (ERRS) for municipal clients in California, such as
the Cities of Redondo Beach, Rosemead, Norwalk, Union City, and South San Francisco. Projects in these cities are
funded by CDBG and HOME programs and include minor home repair, homeless services, public facilities and
infrastructure improvement, and rehabilitation programs. Mr. Schleck's role includes managing project budgets,
conducting Section 106 consultations, and completing environmental review documentation and ERRs.
Salvation Army Hope Center EA and Affordable Housing Exemption. CityofPasadena. Mr. Schleck managed the
preparation of documentation to support an affordable housing exemption pursuant to CEQA and a NEPA
Environmental Assessment for demolition of an office building and construction of the Salvation Army Hope Center
in Pasadena. The Project would consist of a four-story mixed -use building on the southwest corner of East Walnut
Street and North Catalina Avenue. The first floor of the structure will be operated by the Salvation Army, providing
social services for the residents of the community. The second, through fourth floors of the structure will include 65
units of permanent supportive housing for single adults who meet the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development's definition of homeless (with a subset of units reserved for homeless veterans).
Brent Schleck