CONTRACT 7127 One Page Service Agreement0"1
Agreement No. 7127
CONTRACTOR: Knight Leadership Solutions LLC
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DATE:10/16/24
Below you will find a checklist relating to Insurance and other requirements that are required for doing business with the City of El
Segundo. Only those items checked -off are MANDATORY, however if your standard policies exceed the minimum requirements please.
include. Commercial general liability insurance must meet or exceed the requirements of ISO-CGL Form No. CG 2010 11 85 or
equivalent. The amount of insurance set forth below will be a combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and
property damage for the policy coverage. Liability policies will be endorsed to name the 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 the City will be excess thereto. Such insurance must be on an "occurrence," not a
"claims made," basis and will not be cancelable or subject to reduction except upon thirty (30) days prior written notice to the
City. Please find additional Terms and Conditions on the reverse side of this Services Agreement. This is not a purchase order or
an authorization to begin work.
® Comprehensive General Liability., including coverage for premises, products and completed operations, independent contractors,
personal injury and contractual obligations with combined single limits of coverage of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence.
❑ Auto Liability, including owned, non -owned and hired vehicles with at least:
❑ $1,000,000 per occurrence.
❑ 1 000 - 300,000 per occurrence.
❑ As required by State Statutes. A copy of your current policy must be submitted naming yourself and or your company.
® Workers' Compensation Insurance: as required by State Statutes with Waiver of Subrogation. (Not needed if Self-employed with
no employees and CONTRACTOR signs statement to this effect.)
® Business License: The CONTRACTOR shall agree to have a current City of El Segundo license on file at City Hall or purchase
said license (at no cost to the City).
❑ Permits: Plans must be approved and permit(s) issued (no fee) by the Planning and Building Safety if appropriate. Call the
Planning Manager @ (310) 524-2340 if you have questions.
❑ Copy of valid icture I,D. (Drivers license etc.)
PLEASE NOTE: ALL APPLICABLE INFORMATION LISTED ABOVE MUST BE OBTAINED AND ON FILE, PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF A CITY
PURCHASEORDER BEING SENT TO YOU (VIA FAX OR HARD COPY) BY THE PURCHASING AGENT, THUS AUTHORIZING COMMENCEMENT OF
WORK FOR THE CITY.
Submitted by komolete a0 Wanks,): COLOR COPY RIf QUiRED BACK'TO THE 0TY
Company Name: By (Print name & title):
Kni. ht Leadership Solutions LLC Marie Knight
Company Street Address: Vendor's AuthoriI i Sign trerequired:
2439 E. Quincy Ave
City, State, Zip: Date signed: 10-22-2024
Oran e, CA 92867
Phone: 714-920-6717 FAX:
Vendor's Email address: Vendor's Web site
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Originator/Department Contact:
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Department Head Approval: �-Date Approved:
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1.GENERALLY. The materials, supplies, or services (collectively,
"Purchase") covered by this services agreement and purchase order
("order') must be furnished by Seller subject to all the terms and
conditions contained in this order which Seller, in accepting this order,
agrees to be bound by and comply with in all particulars. No other terms
or conditions are binding upon the parties unless subsequently agreed to
in writing. Written acceptance or shipment of all or any portion of the
Purchase covered by this order constitutes unqualified acceptance of all
terms and conditions in this order. The terms of any proposal referred to
in this order are included and made a part of the order only to the extent
it specified the Purchase ordered, the price, and the delivery, and then
only to the extent that such terms are consistent with the terms and
conditions of this order.
2.INSPECTION. The Purchase furnished must be exactly as specified in
this order, free from all defects in Seller's performance, design,
workmanship, and materials, and, except as otherwise provided, is
subject to inspection and test by City at all times and places. If, before
final acceptance, any Purchase is found to be incomplete, or not as
specified, City may reject it, require Seller to correct it without charge, or
require delivery of such Purchase at a reduction in price that is equitable
under the circumstances. If seller is unable or refuses to correct such
items within a time deemed reasonable by City, City may terminate the
order in whole or in part. Seller bears all risks as to rejected Purchases
and, in addition to any costs for which Seller may become liable to City
under other provisions of this order, must reimburse City for all
transportation costs, other related costs incurred, or payments to Seller
in accordance with the terms of this order for unaccepted Purchases.
Notwithstanding City's acceptance of any Purchase, Seller is liable for
latent defects, fraud, or such gross mistakes as constitute fraud.
3.CHANGES. City may make changes within the general scope of this
order in drawings and specifications for specially manufactured supplies,
place of delivery, method of shipment or packing of the order by giving
notice to Seller and subsequently confirming such changes in writing. If
such changes affect the cost of or the time required for performance of
this order, an equitable adjustment in the price or delivery or both must
be made. No change by Seller is allowed without City's written approval.
Any claim by Seller for an adjustment under this section must be made
in writing within thirty (30) days from the date of receipt by Seller of
notification of such change unless City waives this condition in writing.
Nothing in this section excuses Seller from proceeding with performance
of the order as changed.
4. ,TERMINATION. City may terminate this order at any time, either
verbally or in writing, with or without cause. Should termination occur,
City will pay Seller as full performance until such termination the unit or
pro rata order price for the performed and accepted portion of the
Purchase. City may provide written notice of termination for Seller's
default if Seller refuses or fails to comply with this order. If Seller does
not cure such failure within a reasonable time period, or fails to perform
the Purchase within the time specified (or allowed by extension), Seller
will be liable to City for any excess costs incurred by City.
5.TERM I TIME EXTENSION. This Agreement's term will be from
10/16/24 to 6/30125 City may extend the time for completion if, in City s
sole determination, Seller was delayed because of causes beyond
Seller's control and without Seller's fault or negligence. In the event
delay was caused by City, Seller's sole remedy is limited to recovering
money actually and necessarily expended by Seller because of the
delay; there is no right to recover anticipated profit.
6.REMEDIES CUMULATIVE. City's rights and remedies under this order
are not exclusive and are in addition to any legal rights and remedies.
7.TITLE. Title to materials and supplies purchased under this order
pass directly from Seller to City upon City's written acceptance following
an actual inspection and City's opportunity to reject.
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8.PAYM EN—f—C--Iiy will pay Seller after receiving acceptable invoices for
materials and supplies delivered and accepted or services rendered and
accepted. City will not pay cartage, shipping, packaging or boxing
expenses unless specified in this order. Drafts will not be honored.
9.INDEMNIFICATION. Seller agrees to indemnify and hold City
harmless from and against any claim, action, damages, costs (including,
without limitation, attorney's fees), injuries, or liability, arising out of the
Purchase or the order, or their performance. Should City be named in
any suit, or should any claim be brought against it by suit or otherwise,
whether the same be groundless or not, arising out of the Purchase or
order, or their performance, Seller will defend City (at City's request and
with counsel satisfactory to City) and indemnify City for any judgment
rendered against it. or any sums paid out in settlement or otherwise. For
purposes of this section "City" includes City's officers, elected officials,
and employees„ It is expressly understood and agreed that the
foregoing provisions will survive termination of this order, The
requirements as to the types and limits of Insurance coverage to be
maintained by Seller, and any approval of such insurance by City, are
not intended to and will not in any manner limit or qualify the liabilities
and obligations otherwise assumed by Seller pursuant to this order,
including, without limitation, to the provisions concerning indemnification.
10,WARRANTY. Seller agrees that the Purchase is covered by the
most favorable commercial warranties the Seller gives to any customer
for the same or substantially similar supplies or services, or such other
more favorable warranties as is specified in this order. Warranties will
be effective notwithstanding any inspection or acceptance of the
Purchase by City.
11.ASSIGNMENT. City may assign this order. Except as to any
payment due under this order, Seller may not assign or subcontract the
order without City's written approval. Should City give consent, it will not
relieve Seller from any obligations under this order and any transferee or
subcontractor will be considered Seller's agent.
12.INSURANCE. Seller must provide the insurance indicated on the
face sheet of this Services Agreement.
13.PERMITS. Seller must procure all necessary permits and licenses,
and abide by all federal, state, and local laws, for performing this order.
14.INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. City and Seller agree that Seller
will act as an independent contractor and will have control of all work
and the manner in which is it performed. Seller will be free to contract
for similar service to be performed for other employers while under
contract with City. Seller 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 order that
may appear to give City the right to direct Seller as to the details of doing
the work or to exercise a measure of control over the work means that
Seller will follow the direction of the City as to end results of the work
only.
15.WAIVER. City's review or acceptance of, or payment for, work
product prepared by Seller, under this order 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 Seller's performance, A waiver by
City of any breach of any term, covenant, or condition contained in this
order 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 order,
whether of the same or different character.
%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.
17. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.. Seller must not utilize, employ, or
incorporate any form artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other
similar technoloqies (collectively, "AI") in the provision o professional
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services in this Agreement without City's express written consent. The At
prohibition set forth directly above will not apply to general business
tools and software that may have Al components but are not directly
involved in the execution or delivery of professional services that this
Agreement covers, provided that such tools and software do not
significantly impact the quality or nature of such services. Seller must
promptly notify City, in writing, of any proposal to employ Al in
connection its provision of services to the City under this Agreement.
City will have the sole discretion to grant or deny such proposal.
18. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES; SIGNATURE AUTHORITY. In
accordance with Government Code §16.5, the parties agree that this
Amendment will be considered signed when the signature of a party is
delivered by electronic transmission. Such electronic signature will be
treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature.
Seller warrants that its signatory (or signatories, as applicable) to this
Agreement has the legal authority to enter this Agreement and bind
Licensor accordingly.
19. CONSISTENCY. In interpreting this Agreement and resolving any
ambiguities, this Agreement takes precedence over any attached exhibit
with conflicting provisions.
20. CONSIDERATION. As consideration, City agrees to pay Seller for
Seller's services not to exceed a total of $ G,000 for the work. City will
pay for work as specified in the attached Exhibit "A," which is
incorporated by reference. Notwithstanding the foregoing, should City
terminate the Agreement less than 60 days before Seller's work as set
forth in Exhibit 'A" City will pay Seller one-half of the total fee set forth in
such exhibit, and if City terminates the Agreement less than 30 days
before Seller's work as set forth in Exhibit "A," City will pay Seller the
entire fee set forth in such exhibit.
21. EXHIBITS.
Exhibit A — Contract Price Breakdown and Scope of Work
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Exhibit A — Contract Price Breakdown & Scope of Work
Two half -day retreats, 4 hours for each retreat, for the Recreation, Parks and Library
team (approximately 30 people) _ $6,000 each x 2 = $12,000
Two check -in meetings, 1 hour each, with the Recreation, Parks and Library
management team = $250 x 2 = $500
One half -day retreat (4 hours) for the Cultural Arts Committee = $6,000
Contract total: $20,000
Please see attached scope of work for details (9 pages total).
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This option includes two- pre -retreat meetings with Department Representatives
via phone or virtually, one facilitated four-hour retreat, (date, location, time TBD),
and one follow-up summary report.
Team Bonding Activities: Throughout the retreat there will be several Ice Breaker
and Team activities designed to help the team continue to deepen their knowledge
of each other and also allow for "mind -breaks" and fun.
Discussion Topics: There will be several focused discussions that will help the team
begin to lay the groundwork for the Strategic Plan
Prouds and Sorries: During this exercise the Consultant will facilitate a
discussion that will start in smaller groups and then sharing as a large group.
The team will be asked to talk about the achievements in the past year that
they are Proud of, and any missed opportunities- things that they are Sorry
have not yet been achieved, and why.
The B's and C's of a High Performing Team: During this time the Consultant
will lead a short discussion related to bringing the right perspective and
attitude as a member of the team and the importance of Collaboration,
Communication, Accountability, and having the right Compass.
Vision -Mission -Values: The Consultant will lead a discussion/review of the
City's current Vision, Mission, and Values focusing on the relevance to the
team and their day-to-day work and lead a brainstorming exercise identifying
actions and behaviors that coincide with the City's Values.
Setting SMART Goals and Objectives for the future: The Consultant will
facilitate an overall training on the value of setting goals, and the mechanics
of making sure they are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Related
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to Mission, and Timely) and how to identify the most effective SMART
objectives to achieve the goals. Then the team will break off into workgroups
and using the City's overarching Strategic Plan Goals, create goals and
objectives for the next 2-3 years.
This option includes two- pre -retreat meetings with Department Representatives
via phone or virtually, one facilitated four-hour retreat, (date, location, time TBD-
ideally this retreat will be within one month of the first retreat), and one follow-
up summary report.
Team Bonding Activities: Throughout the retreat there will be several Ice Breaker
and Team activities designed to help the team continue to deepen their knowledge
of each other and also allow for "mind -breaks" and fun.
Discussion Topics: There will be several facilitated discussions that will help the
team finalize the groundwork for the Strategic Plan.
Success indicators- for each Goal established, what will success look like,
what are the desired outcomes, how will we know it has been achieved?
Resources needed- For each Goal established, what are the resources —
either financial or staffing, needed to succeed?
Evaluation Methods: What are the means and methods that will be used to
evaluate the progress, and ultimate success of the team related to each Goal?
o Support needed- How can Department leadership and the rest of the team
support each Workgroup/Division in achieving their Goals?
Client Responsibilities: Client will be responsible to provide an appropriate venue,
the audio-visual equipment necessary to display a Power Point Presentation with
sound, any desired food and beverage, and all participant communication.
Consultant Responsibilities: Consultant will create all necessary training content,
provide training materials for all participants, and bring a laptop with the
appropriate adapters to connect to Client's AV system.
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For each half -day facilitated retreat included two pre -meetings, content
creation, printed materials, and follow-up summary report:
$6,000 per Retreat
Miscellaneous: hourly rate for additional meetings, calls, or one-on-one coaching
services
$250 per hour
DISC Behavior Assessments: Using the Maxwell Method of DISC, a tool that is the
universal language of behavior. Research has shown that behavioral characteristics
can be grouped together in four major groups. People with similar styles tend to
exhibit specific behavioral characteristics common to that style. All people share
these four styles in varying degrees of intensity. The acronym DISC stands for the
four personality styles represented by the letters: D = Dominant/Driver, I =
Influencing & Inspiring, S = Steady & Stable, C = Correct & Compliant.
Through the DISC assessment team members will gain important self-awareness
knowledge of their personality, communication, and leadership style, as well as
that of their colleagues.
Professional Services Fees:
Individual DISC Assessments:
Team Report
Half -Day Team DISC Training
$75 Discounted to $50
$75 Discounted to $50
$ 6, 000
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Department/Staff Training
Topics could include Generational Diversity, Time Management, Dealing
with Difficult Conversations, Everyone Communicates/Few Connect,
Becoming a Leader of Influence, Job Coaching— Evaluation Success, Leading
Through Change, Becoming a High Road Leader
Professional Services Fees:
2-hour Training
$3,000
Half -Day Training
$6,000
Full -Day Training
$10,000
*Depending on the training topic, a materials fee may apply
Customized Customer Service Trainin : Training for all employees customized to
"The El Segundo Way". Professional Services Fee includes content creation, two
pre meetings with lead staff, training materials, and five 3-hour sessions for up to
500 employees total.
Professional Services Fees: $25,000
Additional Training sessions $5,000
Developing the Leader Within You Book Club: This is a leadership intensive
designed for work teams who want to grow as leaders, develop a collective
perspective on the characteristics of great leaders, grow stronger as a team, and
learn how to support each other. Utilizing John Maxwell's Developing the Leader
Within You Workbook, this is an 11 week course covering topics such as: The five
levels of leadership, setting vision, prioritization, planning for change etc.. Each
week the consultant will facilitate a one -hour meeting discussing the lesson topic
and the "growth -work" in the workbook. Three meetings will be in person: Kick-
off meeting, a midway check -in, and the wrap up. Eight meetings will be facilitated
via zoom. Professional Services Fees include one workbook per participant. The
maximum number of participants per book club is 25.
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Professional Services Fee $8,000
$16 per person
workbook fee
Executive Coaching
Professional Services Fees:
Intake meeting and DISC Assessment $300
Hourly Coaching Fee $250
About Me
• I have been in the municipal government and non-profit profession for over 35
years. I have worked for a variety of cities in both size and community dynamic -
Garden Grove, Newport Beach, Orange, Long Beach, and Huntington, Beach.
(Yes, there does seem to be a bit of a beach theme.) I have also spent time
working with the Boys and Girls Clubs in Orange County on county -wide
program development, fund development and governance initiatives.
• I have led departments of over 1,000 staff and $60 million dollar budgets and
stewarded over $100 million in capital improvement projects. I am well versed
in community relations as well as working with local/regional/state elected
officials.
• During my career I have had a keen focus on people development. I have
taught/trained/mentored over 10,000 people and have become a highly sought
out speaker/trainer/instructor in the areas of Talent Management, Employee
Development, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Customer Service,
Time Management, Leadership, Volunteer Recruitment and Retention, and
Non-profit Board Development.
• I have conducted over 60 workshops, training sessions, and keynote speeches
for California Parks and Recreation Society and my profession statewide. I have
also been an instructor/facilitator for the State-wide Parks and Recreation
Associations in Florida, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Oregon, Minnesota, Colorado,
Kansas, and Illinois.
a I have created award winning Organizational Development programs and have
a reputation for turning struggling teams into dynamic high performing ones. In
each City I have worked in I have been a leader in City-wide employee
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development initiatives, and customer service training including Steven Covey's
7 habits of Highly Effective People, Building Trust, and First Things First, as a
Licensed facilitator for Franklin -Covey Leadership courses, and I am a trained
facilitator in the "Future Search" strategic planning, organizational/community
development process.
Additionally, I am a certified Speaker, Teacher, Coach, Facilitator and DISC
Behavioral Specialist as a member of the John Maxwell Team, the world's
leading leadership and development company. As a member of the John
Maxwell Team, I have access to a wide variety of proprietary leadership
development resources.
I am also affiliated with MRG — Municipal Resource Group in Northern California
as a consultant in the areas of Executive Coaching and Leadership and
Organizational Development.
Knight Leadership Solutions
714-920-6717
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