HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 41-16 IKEA FCS Contract RESOLUTION NO. 41-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
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APPROVING A CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH FIRST CARBON SOLUTIONS TO
PREPARE A SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE PROJECT
CLOVER (IKEA) RETAIL CENTER AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE
AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY
WHEREAS, Greenberg Farrow Architects submitted a pre-application for the development of a
new retail center on 27.5 acres in the Easter Dublin Specific Plan area at the intersection of Hacienda
Drive and Martinelli Way; and
WHEREAS, City Staff solicited bids from qualified consultants to prepare the necessary
environmental documentation in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to
analyze the impacts of the proposed project, which, in concept, will be comprised of a 377,479 square
foot IKEA retail store, a 75-room hotel or 16,400 SF retail building (either one or the other), and three
additional buildings with up to 19,600 square feet of retail and restaurant uses; and
WHEREAS, FirstCarbon Solutions prepared a detailed scope of work and fee proposal to
prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for the proposed project that was best suited to
the needs of the project; and
WHEREAS, FirstCarbon Solutions has shown that they have the ability to perform the planning
and environmental consulting services required; and
WHEREAS, a budget not to exceed $377,850 (project budget amount of $343,500 plus
additional 10% contingency fund to be spent only with authorization of City) has been established for
the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report. Furthermore, in the event that both the City and the
Applicant agree that additional tasks are necessary to successfully complete the SEIR, the City
Council authorizes the City Manager to approve an increase to the scope and budget not to exceed
20%; and
WHEREAS, FirstCarbon Solutions will perform the work outlined in the Scope of Work and
Fee Proposals once the contract is executed and once the Project Applicant has funded the
Developer Deposit Account to complete the work described in the Scope of Work; and
WHEREAS, all costs associated with the preparation of the Supplemental Environmental
Impact Report shall be borne by the Applicant.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does
authorize the City Manager to execute a Consulting Services Agreement with FirstCarbon Solutions,
attached hereto as Exhibit A to prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report for a fee not to
exceed $377,850 (project budget amount of $343,500 plus additional 10% contingency fund to be
spent only with authorization of City).
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of March, 2016, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Biddle, Wehrenberg, and Mayor Haubert
NOES: Vice Mayor Gupta
ABSENT: Councilmember Hart
ABSTAIN: None A._ pr,,,kr
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Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF DUBLIN AND
FIRST CARBON SOLUTIONS
THIS AGREEMENT for consulting services is made by and between the City of Dublin ("City")and
First Carbon Solutions("Consultant")as of March 15, 2016.
Section 1. SERVICES. Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, Consultant
shall provide to City the services described in the Scope of Work attached as Exhibit A at the time and
place and in the manner specified therein. In the event of a conflict in or inconsistency between the terms
of this Agreement and Exhibit A, the Agreement shall prevail.
1.1 Term of Services. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date first noted above
and shall end no later than June 30, 2017. Consultant shall complete the work described
in Exhibit A prior to that date, unless the term of the Agreement is otherwise terminated or
extended, as provided for in Section 8. The time provided to Consultant to complete the
services required by this Agreement shall not affect the City's right to terminate the
Agreement as provided for in Section 8.
1.2 Standard of Performance. Consultant shall perform all services required pursuant to this
Agreement in the manner and according to the standards observed by a competent
practitioner of the profession in which Consultant is engaged in the geographical area in
which Consultant practices its profession. Consultant shall prepare all work products
required by this Agreement in a substantial,first-class manner and shall conform to the
standards of quality normally observed by a person practicing in Consultant's profession.
1.3 Assignment of Personnel. Consultant shall assign only competent personnel to perform
services pursuant to this Agreement. In the event that City, in its sole discretion, at any
time during the term of this Agreement, desires the reassignment of any such persons,
Consultant shall, immediately upon receiving notice from City of such desire of City,
reassign such person or persons.
1.4 lime. Consultant shall devote such time to the performance of services pursuant to this
Agreement as may be reasonably necessary to meet the standard of performance
provided in Section 1.1 above and to satisfy Consultant's obligations hereunder.
Section 2. COMPENSATION. City hereby agrees to pay Consultant a sum not to exceed $377,850
(project budget amount of$343,500 plus additional 10%contingency fund to be spent only with
authorization of City), notwithstanding any contrary indications that may be contained in Consultant's
proposal,for services to be performed and reimbursable costs incurred under this Agreement In the event
of a conflict between this Agreement and Consultant's proposal, attached as Exhibit A, regarding the
amount of compensation,the Agreement shall prevail. City shall pay Consultant for services rendered
pursuant to this Agreement at the time and in the manner set forth herein. The payments specified below
shall be the only payments from City to Consultant for services rendered pursuant to this Agreement
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Consultant shall submit all invoices to City in the manner specified herein. Except as specifically
authorized by City, Consultant shall not bill City for duplicate services performed by more than one person.
Consultant and City acknowledge and agree that compensation paid by City to Consultant under this
Agreement is based upon Consultants estimated costs of providing the services required hereunder,
including salaries and benefits of employees and subcontractors of Consultant Consequently,the parties
further agree that compensation hereunder is intended to include the costs of contributions to any pensions
and/or annuities to which Consultant and its employees, agents, and subcontractors may be eligible. City
therefore has no responsibility for such contributions beyond compensation required under this Agreement
2.1 Invoices. Consultant shall submit invoices, not more often than once a month during the
term of this Agreement, based on the cost for services performed and reimbursable costs
incurred prior to the invoice date. Said invoices shall reflect the specific tasks and
timetables identified in Exhibit A attached. Invoices shall contain the following information:
• Serial identifications of progress bills; i.e., Progress Bill No. 1 for the first invoice,
etc.;
• The beginning and ending dates of the billing period;
• A Task Summary containing the original contract amount,the amount of prior
billings,the total due this period,the balance available under the Agreement, and
the percentage of completion;
• At City's option,for each work item in each task, a copy of the applicable time
entries or time sheets shall be submitted showing the name of the person doing
the work,the hours spent by each person, a brief description of the work, and
each reimbursable expense;
• The total number of hours of work performed under the Agreement by Consultant
and each employee, agent, and subcontractor of Consultant performing services
hereunder, as well as a separate notice when the total number of hours of work by
Consultant and any individual employee, agent, or subcontractor of Consultant
reaches or exceeds 800 hours,which shall include an estimate of the time
necessary to complete the work described in Exhibit A.
• The Consultants signature.
2.2 Monthly Payment City shall make monthly payments, based on invoices received,for
services satisfactorily performed, and for authorized reimbursable costs incurred. City
shall have 30 days from the receipt of an invoice that complies with all of the requirements
above to pay Consultant
2.3 Final Payment City shall pay the last 10%of the total sum due pursuant to this
Agreement within sixty(60)days after completion of the services and submittal to City of a
final invoice, if all services required have been satisfactorily performed.
2.4 City shall make no payment for any extra,further or additional services pursuant to this
Agreement unless such extra service and the price therefore is agreed to in writing,
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executed by the City Manager or other designated official of the City authorized to obligate
City thereto prior to the time such extra service is rendered, and in no event shall such
change order exceed twenty-five percent(25%)of the initial contract price.
2.5 Total Payment. City shall pay for the services to be rendered by Consultant pursuant to
this Agreement. City shall not pay any additional sum for any expense or cost whatsoever
incurred by Consultant in rendering services pursuant to this Agreement. City shall make
no payment for any extra,further, or additional service pursuant to this Agreement
In no event shall Consultant submit any invoice for an amount in excess of the maximum
amount of compensation provided above either for a task or for the entire Agreement
unless the Agreement is modified prior to the submission of such an invoice by a properly
executed change order or amendment
2.6 Hourly Fees. Fees for work performed by Consultant on an hourly basis shall not exceed
the amounts shown on the following fee schedule:
2.7 Reimbursable Expenses. Reimbursable expenses are specified in Exhibit A. Expenses
not listed in Exhibit A are not chargeable to City. Reimbursable expenses are included in
the total amount of compensation provided under this Agreement that shall not be
exceeded.
2.8 Payment of Taxes. Consultant is solely responsible for the payment of employment taxes
incurred under this Agreement and any similar federal or state taxes.
2.9 Payment upon Termination. In the event that the City or Consultant terminates this
Agreement pursuant to Section 8,the City shall compensate the Consultant for all
outstanding costs and reimbursable expenses incurred for work satisfactorily completed as
of the date of written notice of termination. Consultant shall maintain adequate logs and
timesheets in order to verify costs incurred to that date.
2.10 Authorization to Perform Services. The Consultant is not authorized to perform any
services or incur any costs whatsoever under the terms of this Agreement until receipt of
authorization from the Contract Administrator.
Section 3. FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT. Except as set forth herein, Consultant shall, at its sole
cost and expense, provide all facilities and equipment that may be necessary to perform the services
required by this Agreement City shall make available to Consultant only the facilities and equipment listed
in this section, and only under the terms and conditions set forth herein.
City may furnish physical facilities such as desks,telephone service,filing cabinets, and conference space,
as may be reasonably necessary for Consultants use while consulting with City employees and reviewing
records and the information in possession of the City. The location, quantity, and time of furnishing those
facilities shall be in the sole discretion of City
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Section 4., INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. Before beginning any work under this Agreement,
Consultant, at its own cost and expense, shall procure"occurrence coverage"insurance against claims for
injuries to persons or damages to property that may arise from or in connection with the performance of the
work hereunder by the Consultant and its agents, representatives, employees, and subcontractors.
Consultant shall provide proof satisfactory to City of such insurance that meets the requirements of this
section and under forms of insurance satisfactory in all respects to the City. Consultant shall maintain the
insurance policies required by this section throughout the term of this Agreement The cost of such
insurance shall be included in the Consultant's bid. Consultant shall not allow any subcontractor to
commence work on any subcontract until Consultant has obtained all insurance required herein for the
subcontractor(s) and provided evidence thereof to City. Verification of the required insurance shall be
submitted and made part of this Agreement prior to execution.
4.1 Workers' Compensation. Consultant shall, at its sole cost and expense, maintain
Statutory Workers'Compensation Insurance and Employer's Liability Insurance for any
and all persons employed directly or indirectly by Consultant. The Statutory Workers'
Compensation Insurance and Employer's Liability Insurance shall be provided with limits of
not less than ONE MILLION DOLLARS($1,000,000.00)per accident In the alternative,
Consultant may rely on a self-insurance program to meet those requirements, but only if
the program of self-insurance complies fully with the provisions of the California Labor
Code. Determination of whether a self-insurance program meets the standards of the
Labor Code shall be solely in the discretion of the Contract Administrator.The insurer, if
insurance is provided,or the Consultant, if a program of self-insurance is provided, shall
waive all rights of subrogation against the City and its officers,officials, employees, and
volunteers for loss arising from work performed under this Agreement
An endorsement shall state that coverage shall not be suspended, voided, canceled by
either party, reduced in coverage or in limits,except after thirty(30)days'prior written
notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to the City.
4.2 Commercial General and Automobile Liability Insurance.
4.2.1 General requirements. Consultant, at its own cost and expense, shall maintain
commercial general and automobile liability insurance for the term of this
Agreement in an amount not less than ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000.00)
per occurrence,combined single limit coverage for risks associated with the work
contemplated by this Agreement If a Commercial General Liability Insurance or an
Automobile Liability form or other form with a general aggregate limit is used,
either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to the work to be
performed under this Agreement or the general aggregate limit shall be at least
twice the required occurrence limit Such coverage shall include but shall not be
limited to, protection against claims arising from bodily and personal injury,
including death resulting therefrom, and damage to property resulting from
activities contemplated under this Agreement, including the use of owned and non-
owned automobiles.
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4.2.2 Minimum scope of coverage. Commercial general coverage shall be at least as
broad as Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability occurrence form
CG 0001 (ed. 11/88)or Insurance Services Office form number GL 0002(ed. 1/73)
covering comprehensive General Liability and Insurance Services Office form
number GL 0404 covering Broad Form Comprehensive General Liability.
Automobile coverage shall be at least as broad as Insurance Services Office
Automobile Liability form CA 0001 (ed. 12/90)Code 1 ("any auto"). No
endorsement shall be attached limiting the coverage.
4.2.3 Additional requirements. Each of the following shall be included in the
insurance coverage or added as an endorsement to the policy:
a. City and its officers,employees,agents, and volunteers shall be covered
as insureds with respect to each of the following: liability arising out of
activities performed by or on behalf of Consultant, including the insured's
general supervision of Consultant; products and completed operations of
Consultant; premises owned, occupied, or used by Consultant and
automobiles owned, leased, or used by the Consultant. The coverage
shall contain no special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to
City or its officers, employees, agents, or volunteers.
b. The insurance shall cover on an occurrence or an accident basis, and not
on a claims-made basis.
c. An endorsement must state that coverage is primary insurance with
respect to the City and its officers, officials, employees and volunteers,
and that no insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City shall be
called upon to contribute to a loss under the coverage.
d. Any failure of CONSULTANT to comply with reporting provisions of the
policy shall not affect coverage provided to CITY and its officers,
employees, agents, and volunteers.
e. An endorsement shall state that coverage shall not be suspended, voided,
canceled by either party, reduced in coverage or in limits,except after
thirty(30)days'prior written notice by certified mail, return receipt
requested, has been given to the City.
4.3 Professional Liability Insurance. Consultant, at its own cost and expense,shall
maintain for the period covered by this Agreement professional liability insurance for
licensed professionals performing work pursuant to this Agreement in an amount not less
than ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000)covering the licensed professionals' errors
and omissions.
4.3.1 Any deductible or self-insured retention shall not exceed $150,000 per claim.
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4.3.2 An endorsement shall state that coverage shall not be suspended,voided,
canceled by either party, reduced in coverage or in limits,except after thirty(30)
days'prior written notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given
to the City.
4.3.3 The policy must contain a cross liability or severability of interest clause.
4.3.4 The following provisions shall apply if the professional liability coverages are
written on a claims-made form:
a. The retroactive date of the policy must be shown and must be before the
date of the Agreement.
b. Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be
provided for at least five years after completion of the Agreement or the
work,so long as commercially available at reasonable rates.
c. If coverage is canceled or not renewed and it is not replaced with another
claims-made policy form with a retroactive date that precedes the date of
this Agreement, Consultant must provide extended reporting coverage for
a minimum of five years after completion of the Agreement or the work.
The City shall have the right to exercise, at the Consultant's sole cost and
expense, any extended reporting provisions of the policy, if the Consultant
cancels or does not renew the coverage.
d. A copy of the daim reporting requirements must be submitted to the City
prior to the commencement of any work under this Agreement
4.4 All Policies Requirements.
4.4.1 Acceptability of insurers. All insurance required by this section is to be placed
with insurers with a Bests'rating of no less than A:VII.
4.4.2 Verification of coverage. Prior to beginning any work under this Agreement,
Consultant shall furnish City with certificates of insurance and with original
endorsements effecting coverage required herein. The certificates and
endorsements for each insurance policy are to be signed by a person authorized
by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. The City reserves the right to
require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, at any time.
4.4.3 Subcontractors. Consultant shall include all subcontractors as insureds under its
policies or shall furnish separate certificates and endorsements for each
subcontractor. All coverages for subcontractors shall be subject to all of the
requirements stated herein.
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4.4.4 Variation. The City may approve a variation in the foregoing insurance
requirements, upon a determination that the coverages, scope, limits, and forms of
such insurance are either not commercially available,or that the City's interests
are otherwise fully protected.
4.4.5 Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Consultant shall disclose to and
obtain the approval of City for the self-insured retentions and deductibles before
beginning any of the services or work called for by any term of this Agreement
During the period covered by this Agreement, only upon the prior express written
authorization of Contract Administrator, Consultant may increase such deductibles
or self-insured retentions with respect to City, its officers,employees, agents, and
volunteers. The Contract Administrator may condition approval of an increase in
deductible or self-insured retention levels with a requirement that Consultant
procure a bond, guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim
administration, and defense expenses that is satisfactory in all respects to each of
them.
4.4.6 Notice of Reduction in Coverage. In the event that any coverage required by
this section is reduced, limited, or materially affected in any other manner,
Consultant shall provide written notice to City at Consultants earliest possible
opportunity and in no case later than five days after Consultant is notified of the
change in coverage.
4.5 Remedies. In addition to any other remedies City may have if Consultant fails to provide
or maintain any insurance policies or policy endorsements to the extent and within the time
herein required, City may, at its sole option exercise any of the following remedies,which
are alternatives to other remedies City may have and are not the exclusive remedy for
Consultants breach:
• Obtain such insurance and deduct and retain the amount of the premiums for such
insurance from any sums due under the Agreement;
• Order Consultant to stop work under this Agreement or withhold any payment that
becomes due to Consultant hereunder, or both stop work and withhold any payment,
until Consultant demonstrates compliance with the requirements hereof; and/or
• Terminate this Agreement
Section 5. INDEMNIFICATION AND CONSULTANTS RESPONSIBILITIES. Consultant shall
indemnify, defend with counsel selected by the City, and hold harmless the City and its officials,officers,
employees, agents, and volunteers from and against any and all losses, liability, claims, suits, actions,
damages, and causes of action arising out of any personal injury, bodily injury, loss of life, or damage to
property,or any violation of any federal, state, or municipal law or ordinance,to the extent caused, in whole
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or in part, by the willful misconduct or negligent acts or omissions of Consultant or its employees,
subcontractors, or agents, by acts for which they could be held strictly liable, or by the quality or character
of their work. The foregoing obligation of Consultant shall not apply when(1)the injury, loss of life,damage
to property, or violation of law arises wholly from the negligence or willful misconduct of the City or its
officers, employees, agents, or volunteers and (2)the actions of Consultant or its employees,
subcontractor, or agents have contributed in no part to the injury, loss of life, damage to property,or
violation of law. It is understood that the duty of Consultant to indemnify and hold harmless includes the
duty to defend as set forth in Section 2778 of the California Civil Code. Acceptance by City of insurance
certificates and endorsements required under this Agreement does not relieve Consultant from liability
under this indemnification and hold harmless clause. This indemnification and hold harmless clause shall
apply to any damages or claims for damages whether or not such insurance policies shall have been
determined to apply. By execution of this Agreement, Consultant acknowledges and agrees to the
provisions of this Section and that it is a material element of consideration.
In the event that Consultant or any employee, agent,or subcontractor of Consultant providing services
under this Agreement is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction or the California Public Employees
Retirement System(PERS)to be eligible for enrollment in PERS as an employee of City, Consultant shall
indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City for the payment of any employee and/or employer contributions
for PERS benefits on behalf of Consultant or its employees, agents, or subcontractors, as well as for the
payment of any penalties and interest on such contributions,which would otherwise be the responsibility of
City.
Section 6. STATUS OF CONSULTANT.
6.1 Independent Contractor. At all times during the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall
be an independent contractor and shall not be an employee of City. City shall have the
right to control Consultant only insofar as the results of Consultant's services rendered
pursuant to this Agreement and assignment of personnel pursuant to Subparagraph 1.3;
however, otherwise City shall not have the right to control the means by which Consultant
accomplishes services rendered pursuant to this Agreement. Notwithstanding any other
City,state, or federal policy, rule, regulation, law, or ordinance to the contrary, Consultant
and any of its employees, agents, and subcontractors providing services under this
Agreement shall not qualify for or become entitled to, and hereby agree to waive any and
all claims to, any compensation, benefit,or any incident of employment by City, including
but not limited to eligibility to enroll in the California Public Employees Retirement System
(PERS)as an employee of City and entitlement to any contribution to be paid by City for
employer contributions and/or employee contributions for PERS benefits.
6.2 Consultant No Agent. Except as City may specify in writing, Consultant shall have no
authority,express or implied,to act on behalf of City in any capacity whatsoever as an
agent. Consultant shall have no authority,express or implied, pursuant to this Agreement
to bind City to any obligation whatsoever.
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Section 7. LEGAL REQUIREMENTS.
7.1 Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.
7.2 Compliance with Applicable Laws. Consultant and any subcontractors shall comply with
all laws applicable to the performance of the work hereunder.
7.3 Other Governmental Regulations., To the extent that this Agreement may be funded by
fiscal assistance from another governmental entity, Consultant and any subcontractors
shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations to which City is bound by the terms of
such fiscal assistance program.
7.4 Licenses and Permits. Consultant represents and warrants to City that Consultant and
its employees, agents, and any subcontractors have all licenses, permits, qualifications,
and approvals of whatsoever nature that are legally required to practice their respective
professions. Consultant represents and warrants to City that Consultant and its
employees, agents, any subcontractors shall, at their sole cost and expense, keep in effect
at all times during the term of this Agreement any licenses, permits, and approvals that are
legally required to practice their respective professions. In addition to the foregoing,
Consultant and any subcontractors shall obtain and maintain during the term of this
Agreement valid Business Licenses from City.
7.5 Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity. Consultant shall not discriminate, on the
basis of a person's race, religion,color, national origin, age, physical or mental handicap or
disability, medical condition, marital status,sex, or sexual orientation, against any
employee, applicant for employment, subcontractor, bidder for a subcontract, or participant
in, recipient of, or applicant for any services or programs provided by Consultant under this
Agreement. Consultant shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws,
policies, rules, and requirements related to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in
employment, contracting, and the provision of any services that are the subject of this
Agreement, including but not limited to the satisfaction of any positive obligations required
of Consultant thereby.
Consultant shall include the provisions of this Subsection in any subcontract approved by
the Contract Administrator or this Agreement.
Section 8. TERMINATION AND MODIFICATION.
8.1 Termination. City may cancel this Agreement at any time and without cause upon written
notification to Consultant.
Consultant may cancel this Agreement upon 10 days written notice to City and shall
include in such notice the reasons for cancellation.
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In the event of termination, Consultant shall be entitled to compensation for services
performed to the effective date of termination; City, however, may condition payment of
such compensation upon Consultant delivering to City any or all documents, photographs,
computer software, video and audio tapes, and other materials provided to Consultant or
prepared by or for Consultant or the City in connection with this Agreement
8.2 Extension. City may, in its sole and exclusive discretion, extend the end date of this
Agreement beyond that provided for in Subsection 1.1. Any such extension shall require a
written amendment to this Agreement, as provided for herein. Consultant understands and
agrees that, if City grants such an extension, City shall have no obligation to provide
Consultant with compensation beyond the maximum amount provided for in this
Agreement Similarly, unless authorized by the Contract Administrator, City shall have no
obligation to reimburse Consultant for any otherwise reimbursable expenses incurred
during the extension period.
8.3 Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only by a writing signed by all the
parties.
8.4 Assignment and Subcontracting. City and Consultant recognize and agree that this
Agreement contemplates personal performance by Consultant and is based upon a
determination of Consultants unique personal competence, experience, and specialized
personal knowledge. Moreover, a substantial inducement to City for entering into this
Agreement was and is the professional reputation and competence of Consultant
Consultant may not assign this Agreement or any interest therein without the prior written
approval of the Contract Administrator. Consultant shall not subcontract any portion of the
performance contemplated and provided for herein,other than to the subcontractors noted
in the proposal,without prior written approval of the Contract Administrator.
8.5 Survival. All obligations arising prior to the termination of this Agreement and all
provisions of this Agreement allocating liability between City and Consultant shall survive
the termination of this Agreement.
8.6 Options upon Breach by Consultant. If Consultant materially breaches any of the terms
of this Agreement, City's remedies shall included, but not be limited to,the following:
8.6.1 Immediately terminate the Agreement;
8.6.2 Retain the plans, specifications, drawings, reports, design documents, and any
other work product prepared by Consultant pursuant to this Agreement
8.6.3 Retain a different consultant to complete the work described in Exhibit A not
finished by Consultant or
8.6.4 Charge Consultant the difference between the cost to complete the work
described in Exhibit A that is unfinished at the time of breach and the amount that
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City would have paid Consultant pursuant to Section 2 if Consultant had
completed the work.
Section 9. KEEPING AND STATUS OF RECORDS.
9.1 Records Created as Part of Consultant's Performance. All reports,data, maps,
models,charts, studies, surveys, photographs, memoranda, plans, studies, specifications,
records,files, or any other documents or materials, in electronic or any other form,that
Consultant prepares or obtains pursuant to this Agreement and that relate to the matters
covered hereunder shall be the property of the City. Consultant hereby agrees to deliver
those documents to the City upon termination of the Agreement. It is understood and
agreed that the documents and other materials, including but not limited to those described
above, prepared pursuant to this Agreement are prepared specifically for the City and are
not necessarily suitable for any future or other use. City and Consultant agree that, until
final approval by City, all data, plans, specifications, reports and other documents are
confidential and will not be released to third parties without prior written consent of both
parties.
9.2 Consultant's Books and Records. Consultant shall maintain any and all ledgers, books
of account, invoices, vouchers,canceled checks, and other records or documents
evidencing or relating to charges for services or expenditures and disbursements charged
to the City under this Agreement for a minimum of three(3)years, or for any longer period
required by law, from the date of final payment to the Consultant to this Agreement.
9.3 Inspection and Audit of Records. Any records or documents that Section 9.2 of this
Agreement requires Consultant to maintain shall be made available for inspection, audit,
and/or copying at any time during regular business hours, upon oral or written request of
the City. Under California Government Code Section 8546.7, if the amount of public funds
expended under this Agreement exceeds TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS($10,000.00),the
Agreement shall be subject to the examination and audit of the State Auditor, at the
request of City or as part of any audit of the City,for a period of three(3)years after final
payment under the Agreement.
Section 10 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS.
10.1 Attorneys' Fees. If a party to this Agreement brings any action, including an action for
declaratory relief,to enforce or interpret the provision of this Agreement,the prevailing
party shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys'fees in addition to any other relief to which
that party may be entitled. The court may set such fees in the same action or in a
separate action brought for that purpose.
10.2 Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under this
Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested exclusively in the
state courts of California in the County of Alameda or in the United States District Court for
the Northern District of California.
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10.3 Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision of this
Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable,the provisions of this Agreement not so
adjudged shall remain in full force and effect The invalidity in whole or in part of any
provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any other provision of this
Agreement
10.4 No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of this
Agreement does not constitute a waiver of any other breach of that term or any other term
of this Agreement
10.5 Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement shall inure to the benefit of
and shall apply to and bind the successors and assigns of the parties.
10.6 Use of Recycled Products. Consultant shall prepare and submit all reports,written
studies and other printed material on recycled paper to the extent it is available at equal or
less cost than virgin paper.
10.7 Conflict of Interest. Consultant may serve other clients, but none whose activities within
the corporate limits of City or whose business, regardless of location,would place
Consultant in a`conflict of interest,'as that term is defined in the Political Reform Act,
codified at California Government Code Section 81000 et seq.
Consultant shall not employ any City official in the work performed pursuant to this
Agreement No officer or employee of City shall have any financial interest in this
Agreement that would violate California Government Code Sections 1090 et seq.
Consultant hereby warrants that it is not now, nor has it been in the previous twelve (12)
months, an employee, agent, appointee,or official of the City. If Consultant was an
employee, agent, appointee, or official of the City in the previous twelve months,
Consultant warrants that it did not participate in any manner in the forming of this
Agreement Consultant understands that, if this Agreement is made in violation of
Government Code§1090 et.seq.,the entire Agreement is void and Consultant will not be
entitled to any compensation for services performed pursuant to this Agreement, including
reimbursement of expenses, and Consultant will be required to reimburse the City for any
sums paid to the Consultant Consultant understands that, in addition to the foregoing, it
may be subject to criminal prosecution for a violation of Government Code§ 1090 and, if
applicable,will be disqualified from holding public office in the State of California.
10.8 Solicitation. Consultant agrees not to solicit business at any meeting,focus group, or
interview related to this Agreement, either orally or through any written materials.
10.9 Contract Administration. This Agreement shall be administered by Kristi Bascom,
Principal Planner("Contract Administrator"). All correspondence shall be directed to or
through the Contract Administrator or his or her designee.
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10.10 Notices. Any written notice to Consultant shall be sent to:
Mary Bean, Director of Professional Services
FlrstCarbon Solutions
1350 Treat Blvd.,Suite 380
Walnut Creek,CA 94597
Any written notice to City shall be sent to:
Kristi Bascom,Principal Planner
City of Dublin Community Development Department
100 Civic Plaza
Dublin, CA 94568
10.11 Professional Seal. Where applicable in the determination of the contract administrator,
the first page of a technical report,first page of design specifications,and each page of
construction drawings shall be stamped/sealed and signed by the licensed professional
responsible for the report/design preparation.
10.12 Integration. This Agreement,including the scope of work attached hereto and
incorporated herein as Exhibit A, represents the entire and integrated agreement between
City and Consultant and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations,or agreements,
either written or oral.
CITY OF DUBLIN CONSULTANT
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John D. Bakker, City Attorney
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UNITED STATES
Irvine
February 26,2016 250 Commerce,Suite 250
Irvine,CA 92602
Ms. Kristi Bascom, Principal Planner Los Angeles
Community Development Department 11755 Wilshire Blvd,Suite 1660
Los Angeles,CA 90025
100 Civic Plaza
Dublin,CA 94568 Bay Area
1350 Treat Boulevard,Suite 380
Walnut Creek,CA 94597
Dear Ms. Bascom:
Central Valley
FirstCarbon Solutions(FCS) is pleased to submit this proposal to prepare a Supplemental 7265 N First Street,Suite 101
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Environmental Impact Report(EIR)for the Project Clover Retail Center(Project).The
Supplemental EIR will provide the City of Dublin(City)and the public with an objective evaluation Inla
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of the Project and its consistency with the applicable policies and mitigation measures from the San Bernardino,CA 92408
East Dublin Specific Plan and associated EIR.
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The FCS team offers the needed expertise and leadership to prepare this Supplemental EIR: Sacramento,CA 95811
Connecticut
• The FCS team has direct experience in the local area. My team is actively working in the 1175 Post Road E
Tri-Valley area and is well acquainted with local issues and processes. FCS is currently weatport,a06e80
preparing environmental documents for projects in the cities of Dublin, Pleasanton, EUROPE
Livermore,San Ramon,Walnut Creek,and Contra Costa County.These projects range from United Kingdom
the Kaiser Dublin Medical Center;the Shadelands Development in Walnut Creek,a campus Tel:+44(0)845.165.6245
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Act(CEQA)documentation for the Project. AUSTRALIA
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• The FCS team understands large commercial retail projects. FCS has prepared CEQA Tel:+61(02)9418.7822
documents for large commercial retail projects throughout California,including Fax:+61(02)9418.7833
13-15 Smith Street
documentation for the San Ramon City Center Plaza District, Livermore Sage Project, Chatswood,NSW 2067
Brentwood Executive Course,Brentwood Sciortino Ranch,Chico Walmart Expansion, Napa Australia
Logistics Industrial Park in American Canyon,Fresno North Walmart,Milpitas Walmart AFRICA
Expansion, Patterson Plaza,Los Banos Walmart,and Diamond Dorado Retail Center in El
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• The FCS team regularly prepares complex EIRs for large-scale projects. FCS recently Nairobi,Kenya
completed an EIR for the Warm Springs Fremont Community Plan,an 850-acre innovation ASIA
zone surrounding the Warm Springs BART station and the Tesla factory in the City of
Fremont.The 11 million square feet of research and development uses and up to 4,000 Phlltppin.s
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development of Silicon Valley east,a center of bio-technology and logistics that will spur 26°Hoor,Philippine AXALIfeCentre,
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present complex information and to efficiently address community concerns and Malaysia
comments on an aggressive schedule. Tel:+603 74902112
Fax:+603 79606977
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• FCS has an excellent record of legal defensibility.With our own in-house General Counsel Irvine
and legal staff,we will provide the highest level of oversight to ensure that the EIR is legally 250 Commerce,Suite 250
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defensible.Our in-house legal staff will review key sections of the EIR,providing additional
quality assurance for our analysis and presentation of information. Los Angeles
11755 Wilshire Blvd,Suite 1660
Los Angeles,CA 90025
• Proactive,responsive communication,and accessibility. FCS prides itself on having a high
level of communication with our clients—this is a hallmark of FCS's services and is critical 35Area
to a successful project,especially when the schedule is aggressive. Our references will Walnut Creek,CA 94597
attest to our commitment to service and responsiveness throughout the CEQA process. Central Valley
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We have reviewed the City's Standard Consulting Services Agreement and have no objections to Fresno,CA 93720
its terms and provisions. As a Vice President and Project Director, I am authorized to contractually Inland Empire
obligate the firm. This proposal has a total not-to-exceed price of$377,850,including all optional San 621 E.Carnegie Bernardino,DriveCA ,Suite 92408 100
tasks,and is valid for 60 days.
Sacramento
2000"0"Street,Suite 200
We thank you for the opportunity to submit our proposal to prepare the Project's Supplemental Sacramento,CA 95811
EIR. Should you have any questions or need additional information regarding this submittal, Connecticut
please feel free to email me at mbean @fcs-intl.com or call me at 925.357.2562. 1175 Post Road E
Westport,Cr 06880
Sincerely, EUROPE
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Fax:+44(0)20.3070.0890
Future Business Centre
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Mary Bean,Director of Professional Services Cambridge CB4 2HY
FirstCarbon Solutions United Kingdom
1350 Treat Boulevard,Suite 360 AUSTRAUA
Walnut Creek,CA 94597
New South Wales
Tel:+61(02)9418.7822
Fax:+61(02)9418.7833
13-15 Smith Street
Chatswood,NSW 2067
Australia
AFRICA
Kenya
Tel:+254-737-433-621
ADEC Kenya Services EPZ Ltd.
Nairobi,Kenya
ASIA
Philippines
Tel:+63(2)775.0632
Fax:+63(2)775.0632 local 8050
26th Floor,Philippine AXA Ufe Centre,
Sen.Gil Puyat Avenue,
Makati City,Metro Manila
Malaysia
Tel:+603 74902112
Fax:+603 79606977
15-7,Block A,Jaya ONE
72A Jalan Universitl
46200 Pete ling Jaya
Selangor,Malaysia
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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Project Understanding 1
Approach 2
Scope of Work 3
Supplemental Environmental Impact Report 3
Schedule 26
Personnel,Equipment,and Facilities 28
FirstCarbon Solutions 28
Subconsultants 32
Qualifications and References 33
Project Team Qualifications 33
Similar Completed Projects 34
Cost Schedule 37
Appendix A: FCS Resumes
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Pr oject Understanding
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FCS understands that the proposed Project consists of a 429,879-square-foot commercial-retail center on
a 27.446-gross-acre site that is located on the north side of the 1-580 freeway between Hacienda Drive
and Arnold Road and south of Martinelli Way, in the City of Dublin,California.A portion of the site has
been allocated for dedications that are anticipated along Arnold Road and a future extension to the Bay
Area Rapid Transit line along the Project's I-580 frontage. The result is a 26.894-net-acre site.
The proposed commercial-retail center will be anchored by an IKEA store that would be constructed with
an area of 339,099 square feet. Future expansions would result in an IKEA store with an area of 377,479
square feet and a commercial-retail center with a maximum area of 429,879 square feet.
The commercial-retail center would include up to 52,400 square feet of ancillary retail uses, including a
32,800-square-foot hotel or 16,400-square-foot retail use, an 8,000-square-foot restaurant,a 3,600-
square-foot retail use,and an 8,000-square-foot restaurant or retail use.
FCS understands that the site is currently vacant,with the exception of one small prefabricated sales
office building that is located along in the approximate center of the site along the Project's Martinelli
Way frontage. The site is relatively flat,sloping downward from north to south.The elevation ranges
from approximately 350 feet in the north to approximately 340 feet in the south.The site has been
graded and contains areas where soil has been piled and excavated. As a result, minor topographic
variations occur.The Project site contains 1.92 acres of seasonal wetland depressions regulated by the
Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB)as Waters of the State.These wetlands were determined
to be isolated and are therefore considered nonjurisdictional under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
(Waters of the United States).
The majority of the site is dominated by non-native annual grassland habitat. Approximately 6.81 acres
containing Congdon's tarplant are intermixed with the grassland habitat.
Existing infrastructure elements such as roads,sewer,storm drains, potable and recycled water,natural
gas,and electricity are located immediately adjacent to the site.
The proposed Project would modify the existing site access as follows:
• Martinelli Way:The signalized full entry along Martinelli Way would remain in place,but the non-
signalized driveway to the west of the main driveway would be eliminated. The non-signalized
driveway to the east of the main driveway would remain in place,with turning movements
restricted to right-in and right-out only.
• Major 1 Way/IKEA Way:The signalized full entry would provide access to a private street to be
called IKEA Way.
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• Arnold Road:The median in Arnold Road that restricts movements at the driveway located in the
approximate center of the site would be modified to provide full access to the site. A cul-de-sac
would replace the T-intersection at the terminus of Arnold Road.Access to the site would be
provided from the cul-de-sac.
The Project would ultimately provide 1,325 parking spaces.
Approach
The Project site was previously considered for an IKEA store in the 2003 IKEA&Retail Center
Supplemental EIR and for a mixed-use project in the 2014 The Green Supplemental EIR. In addition,the
Project site was also considered for buildout of Campus Office land uses in the 1993 East Dublin Specific
Plan(EDSP)and General Plan Amendment EIR.
As indicated in the Request for Proposals(RFP),the City of Dublin is seeking a qualified consultant with
experience with large-scale retail centers to prepare a comprehensive project-level Supplemental EIR for
the Project,consistent with CEQA.As per CEQA Guidelines Section 15163,a Supplemental EIR may be
prepared if project changes are proposed or new information is available(per CEQA Guidelines Section
15162)and only minor additions or changes would be necessary to make the previous EIR adequately
apply to the project in the changed situation.As such,this scope of work outlines the process to
compare the site's use as envisioned in the 1993 East Dublin Specific Plan and General Plan Amendment
EIR to that of the proposed Project. Consistent with CEQA Guidelines Section 15163(b),the scope of
work has been streamlined to provide only the information necessary to update and make the previous
EIR adequate for the Project,as revised.
Ensuring Adequate Levels of Service
Ensuring adequate vehicular and circulation on local streets,and to and from 1-580,is a critical
component of the Project and the CEQA analysis.The EDSP notes:
...there are several areas indicated on the land use map that could develop as either general
commercial or campus office uses.This flexibility has been provided in these key areas to
respond to changing market conditions that may occur in the future. The shift from either
campus office or general commercial(the underlying land use designation)to general
commercial or campus office would only be permitted if the established traffic levels of service
are not exceeded. Appropriate traffic studies may need to be conducted in order for the City to
make the proper determination regarding traffic levels of service. (EDSP, p. 17)
The Project will include a careful assessment of traffic impacts associated with the proposed uses and
will identify feasible mitigation measures to ensure that levels of service along local roadway segments
and intersections remain acceptable.
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Iterative Process for Developing Mitigation Measures
FCS will utilize a logical,adaptable,and iterative approach to developing Project mitigation measures
concurrently with the City's Project review. At the outset,our management team will begin to identify
mitigation that can be incorporated into the Project description. Where appropriate, mitigation
measures will be incorporated into the Project itself. In addition, FCS will determine whether the
mitigation measures contained within the 1993 EDSP and General Plan Amendment EIR,or other
uniformly applied development policies or standards from the General Plan or other documents or
codes,would substantially mitigate Project-specific impacts and incorporate these measures,as well as
recommended mitigation measures from Project-specific technical studies, into the Supplemental EIR as
(and where)appropriate.
Facilitating Implementation
Through tiering from the certified EDSP and General Plan Amendment EIR,the Supplemental EIR will
facilitate the City's review and adoption of the site rezoning,design review,and other associated
entitlements for the Project. FCS will work proactively with the City to define the parameters for analysis
as part of Project initiation to ensure that the document is based on a foundation that allows for efficient
review,certification,and adoption of the Supplemental EIR,the Project,and associated entitlements.
SCOPE OF WORK
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The Project is located in the EDSP area,and the City approved the EDSP and certified its associated EIR in
1993.At that time,the Project site was considered for Campus Office development. As such,the City has
determined that the proposed Project would be required to abide by policies and mitigation measures
outlined in the EDSP EIR,and that a Supplemental EIR is the appropriate level of CEQA documentation
required for the Project.
The scope of work for preparing the Supplemental EIR for the Project includes the following tasks.
Task 1: Project Initiation
FCS's Project Director/Project Manager and other key team members will meet with City staff to clarify
and confirm the Project description,identify key contacts,discuss scheduling targets,and obtain copies
of the Project plans and other relevant information. A site visit will be conducted as part of the Project
initiation process and is assumed to occur on the same day as the kick-off meeting.
Schedule:Week 1
Cost:$2,000
Support: Project Description and plans;Applicant-commissioned technical reports
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Task 2: Initial Study
Similar to previously prepared Supplemental EIRs for the Project site, FCS will review the EDSP and
related EIR for policies and mitigation measures that would be applicable to the proposed Project. FCS
will also review and incorporate the findings of the Applicant-provided geotechnical study and Phase
1/Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessments into the Initial Study. The Initial Study will identify applicable
EDSP policies and mitigation measures as well as impact areas that would remain potentially significant
and require further analysis.The Initial Study will be based upon the Initial Studies prepared for the IKEA
&Retail Center Project(2003/2004)and The Green Project(2014). The Initial Study will identify potential
Project impacts that would be avoided through the implementation of EDSP policies or the mitigation
identified in the related EIR and disclose that these impacts would not require further analysis in the
Supplemental EIR. Potential Project impacts that cannot be avoided through the implementation of
existing policies or EIR mitigation would warrant further analysis in the Supplemental EIR,and the Initial
Study will clearly identify these impacts and associated CEQA topical areas.
Based on a review of the 2003 IKEA&Retail Center Project Initial Study,it is expected that the following
CEQA topical sections would not require further analysis in the Supplemental EIR:Aesthetics,
Agriculture,Cultural Resources,Geology and Soils, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Hydrology and
Water Quality, Land Use, Mineral Resources, Population and Housing, Public Services,and Recreation. As
such,the Supplemental EIR is expected to be limited to the following topics:Air Quality/Greenhouse
Gases, Biological Resources, Noise,Transportation,and Utilities. Should the conclusions of the Initial
Study determine that a change to topical sections to be included in the EIR is warranted, FCS will discuss
said changes with the City and a revised scope of work will be provided, if necessary.
FCS shall provide one administrative draft of the Initial Study and implement one set of unified City
comments prior to providing a final Initial Study to the City.
Schedule:Week 4(Administrative Draft);Week 5 (City Comments);Week 8(Final Draft)
Cost:$10,000
Support: Project Description and plans;Applicant-commissioned technical reports;City review and
comments
Task 3: Notice of Preparation/Scoping Meeting
FCS will prepare a Notice of Preparation(NOP)in accordance with the requirements of CEQA Guidelines
Section 15082.Issuance of the NOP is the first milestone in the CEQA process and announces a lead
agency's intent to prepare a Supplemental EIR. The NOP will identify the Project location, provide a
summary of Project characteristics,and list probable environmental effects, supported by color graphics.
FCS assumes that the City will post, make available,and distribute the NOP and the final Initial Study for
the Project.
Following the City's release of the NOP,this scope of work assumes that the City will hold a public
scoping meeting in Dublin,which FCS representatives will attend (Meeting attendance at the scoping
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meeting is accounted for in Task 12). FCS will be available to present an overview of the NOP and CEQA
process.This scope assumes that the City will record the scoping meeting and provide access to the
recording or transcript to FCS.All public comments received during the scoping period will be
documented in the Draft Supplemental EIR.
Schedule:Week 4(NOP); Public Review Period between Week 4 and Week 8;Scoping Meeting(Week 7)
Cost: $5,000
Support:City review and distribution of NOP;City provides transcript of scoping meeting
Task 4: Peer Review and Technical Studies
Subtask 4A: Biological Report Peer Review
FCS will conduct a peer review of the 2013 biological report prepared for The Green Project to determine
its technical adequacy and sufficiency for purposes of CEQA. FCS will review the biological report to
evaluate the characterization of on-site conditions,the adequacy of the biological data collected,and the
consistency of the conclusions with the collected data. Particular attention will be paid to the potential on-
site presence of state jurisdictional wetlands and special-status species(i.e.,white tailed kite and Cogdon's
tarplant). FCS will review recommended actions to mitigate potential impacts related to the presence of
these features/species. FCS will prepare a peer review memorandum that summarizes the site conditions
and potential constraints on development and,if necessary,will recommend additional mitigation
measures or describe conditions that need to be addressed by supplemental investigations or analyses.
Schedule:Week 5
Cost:$2,800
Support: 2013 Biological Report
Subtask 4B:Wetland Delineation Report Peer Review
FCS will conduct a peer review of the existing Wetland Delineation Report prepared for The Green
Project to determine its technical adequacy and sufficiency for purposes of CEQA and wetland
verification. FCS will review the Wetland Delineation Report to evaluate the characterization of on-site
conditions,the adequacy of the data collected,and the consistency of the conclusions with the collected
data. Particular attention will be paid to the Report's consistency with US Army Corps of Engineer,
California Department of Fish and Wildlife,and Regional Water Quality Control Board regulations
regarding the preparation and content of a wetland delineation. FCS will prepare a peer review
memorandum that summarizes conclusions regarding the adequacy and applicability of the Report and,
if necessary,provides the recommended additional tasks needed to ensure the project is supported by
an adequate wetland delineation. Recommendations may include, but not be limited to,report
revisions, a report addendum,or a new report.
Schedule:Week 5
Cost:$3,300
Support: Existing Wetland Delineation Report
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Subtask 4C:Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas Emissions Analysis and Health Risk Assessment
The Project site is located adjacent to 1-580,and as such is subject to emissions of diesel particulates and
other pollutants of concern related to highway traffic.Vista Environmental will perform the following
tasks to analyze potential air quality and greenhouse gas impacts.
Data Gathering
The key to providing a legally adequate air quality/greenhouse gas assessment in an efficient manner is
to start with detailed and accurate modeling assumptions for the Project. The location,extent,and
timing of all emission-generating activities affect the modeling outcomes and related CEQA significance
findings.The most important emission source is typically motor vehicles.Therefore, FCS will need the
City to provide the results of the traffic study before the air quality and greenhouse gas modeling can be
completed.
Vista Environmental and FCS will work closely with the Project team to identify the appropriate modeling
assumptions at the beginning of the process.We propose holding a conference call shortly after Project
kickoff to discuss and finalize the modeling assumptions for the air quality and greenhouse gas analyses.
Key assumptions will include the following:
• Construction schedule(more detail is better);
• Construction equipment types for each phase of work;
• Construction equipment use(hours per day);
• Trip generation rates;
• Energy efficiency and water conservation design features;
• Pedestrian infrastructure;and
• Other sustainability features.
If a detailed construction schedule and equipment list is not available,the analysis will use default
modeling assumptions included in the CaIEEMod model. Using CalEEMod default settings tends to
overstate construction emissions for projects with multistory buildings. Please note that construction
emissions for large development projects often exceed the Bay Area Air Quality Management District
(BAAQMD)'s daily emission thresholds and may require mitigation using newer Tier 3 or Tier 4 emission
certified construction equipment.
Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Analysis Report
Vista Environmental will prepare a comprehensive air quality and greenhouse gas analysis for this
Project,which will focus on short-term (construction)and long-term (operation)air quality impacts.The
analysis will follow guidance presented by the BAAQMD in its CEQA Air Quality Guidelines,where
appropriate. Even though the State Supreme Court provided a decision on California Building Industry v.
BAAQMD on December 17, 2015,the BAAQMD has not yet updated its CEQA Air Quality Guidelines to
address the Supreme Court's decision;therefore,Vista Environmental will utilize the portions of the
BAAQMD's 2011 Guidelines and thresholds of significance that were not overturned by the Court. The
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analysis will answer the CEQA Guidelines Appendix G checklist questions for air quality and greenhouse
gases.Vista Environmental will base the greenhouse gas significance findings on consistency with the
City of Dublin Climate Action Plan 2013 Update. Additional report assumptions and contents will include
the following:
• Background Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas information. The analysis will contain background
information, including a description of air pollutants,a description of greenhouse gases,the
regulatory environment surrounding air pollution and climate change, potential impacts of climate
change,and the existing air quality conditions in the Project area.
• Criteria Pollutant and Greenhouse Gas Emission Estimates. The criteria pollutant and
greenhouse gas emissions associated with construction and operation will be estimated using the
CaIEEMod Emissions Model and emission factors from the Air Resources Board. Emissions will be
compared with BAAQMD thresholds of significance. Greenhouse gas emission reductions
anticipated through Project design features will be quantified. If needed,mitigation measures will
be identified to reduce potentially significant impacts.
• Emission Reductions and Significance Findings. Project design features and mitigation measures
(if required)that will reduce emissions will be identified. A significance finding before and after
mitigation for all potential air quality and greenhouse gas impacts will be provided.
• Report Preparation.Vista Environmental will prepare a draft Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas
Report compiling the results of the analysis as described above. Modeling results and other
supporting documentation will be provided as appendices. Electronic copies of the draft report
will be provided to the City for review and comment, and one electronic copy of the final report
will be provided.
Health Risk Assessment
Vista Environmental will prepare a Health Risk Assessment(HRA)for the Project consistent with the
BAAQMD's Recommended Methods for Screening and Modeling Local Risks and Hazards(HRA
Guidelines; May 2011). The proposed Project would create new sources of toxic air contaminant(TAC)
emissions(Type A project)during construction(from diesel exhaust created by construction equipment)
and Project operation(from diesel truck deliveries,transport refrigeration units(TRUs),and diesel
backup generators and from charbroilers at the proposed restaurants). Preparation of the HRA will
include the following subtasks:
• Vista Environmental will describe the proposed Project and Project location;define what a
sensitive receptor is and identify nearby sensitive receptors to the Project site;and identify
applicable federal, state, and BAAQMD rules and regulations.
• Vista Environmental will identify health risk standards and acceptable cancer, non-cancer(acute
and chronic),and PM2.5 concentration thresholds from TAC emissions(Type A projects)and
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cumulative impacts from the nearby roads and stationary sources of TAC emissions on the nearby
sensitive receptors that are detailed in the HRA Guidelines.
• Vista Environmental will obtain the proposed Project truck trip generation rates from the City or
Applicant and calculate the PM2.5 exhaust emissions rates for idling and truck travel using the
EMFAC2014 model;
• Vista Environmental will obtain the estimated number of trucks that would have an operational
TRU and calculate the PM2.5 exhaust emission rates from the TRUs using the OFFROAD2011 model;
• Vista Environmental will identify any other on-site sources of TAC emissions that would occur from
Project operations,such as charbroilers and generators,and utilize BAAQMD or OEHHA guidance
to develop emissions factors for each source;
• Vista Environmental will calculate the TAC and PM23 concentrations at the nearby sensitive
receptors from operation of the Project using the ISCST3 model and the emissions rates generated
in the previous subtasks;
• Vista Environmental will utilize the calculated TAC concentrations at the nearby sensitive receptors
to determine the proposed Project's cancer and non-cancer(acute and chronic)risks and will
compare the resultant risks to the BAAQMD thresholds. If a significant impact is found, mitigation
will be provided to reduce these risks to less-than-significant levels;
• Vista Environmental will utilize BAAQMD's roadway lookup tables and Google Earth App to
identify all existing sources of TAC emissions within 1,000 feet of the proposed Project and
calculate the combined Project plus cumulative sources of TAC emissions impacts on the nearby
sensitive receptors. Vista Environmental will then compare the resulting cumulated risks to the
BAAQMD's cumulative thresholds. If a significant cumulative impact is found, mitigation will be
provided to reduce the risks to less-than-significant levels.
Schedule:Week 10
Cost:$10,800
Support:Completed Transportation Impact Study
Subtask 4D:Biological Resources Analysis
The Project site is located in an urban area that consists of a patchwork of developed commercial and
residential areas interspersed with undeveloped,open areas. As indicated in The Green EIR,a majority
of the site consists of non-native annual grassland habitat,with occasional stands of non-native mustard.
The Green EIR identified the following biological communities on-site: non-native annual grassland,
ruderal herbaceous stands,and seasonal wetlands. One special-status plant species,Congdon's tarplant,
has been observed on-site. Congdon's tarplant is classified by the California Native Plant Society as Rank
1B.1 and is therefore considered a special-status species for purposes of CEQA. One special-status
wildlife species(white tailed kite)has been observed on-site and four special-status wildlife species
(burrowing owl,pallid bat,Townsend's big eared bat,and Yuma myotis)have a moderate potential to
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occur on the site. Although the Project site appears graded and offers limited biological value,an
evaluation of the proposed Project's effects on sensitive biological resources will need to be completed.
An FCS biologist will review publicly available existing information regarding the Project site and vicinity
to identify protected biological resources that may be present,including species listed as endangered or
threatened under the state and federal Endangered Species Acts,wetlands or other sensitive natural
communities, rare plants,etc. Existing information,including the EDSP and associated EIR,The Green
SEIR,the IKEA EIR,maps,aerial photographs, documents, and correspondence relative to the Project site
will be reviewed and analyzed. Data to be reviewed include but are not limited to:
• Existing documentation and studies of the biological resources within the site and immediate
Project vicinity,including the 2013 Biological Report;
• The Federal Register listing package for each federally listed endangered or threatened species
potentially occurring on the site;
• Literature pertaining to habitat requirements of special-status species potentially occurring on the
site,including California Wildlife Habitat Relationships(CWHR);
• The California Department of Fish and Wildlife(CDFW)Annual Report on the status of California's
listed threatened and endangered plants and animals;
• California Natural Diversity Data Base(CNDDB)and California Native Plant Society Electronic
Inventory(CNPSEI)information regarding special-status species potentially occurring on the site and;
• United States Geological Service(USGS)topographic maps and current aerial photos,which will be
reviewed for evidence of United States Army Corps of Engineers(USACE)or CDFW jurisdictional
areas pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 1602 of the California Fish and
Game Code, respectively.
Following the review of existing information, a reconnaissance-level survey of the Project site will be
conducted. The field survey will focus on verifying conditions described in the 2013 Biological Report
and The Green SEIR and assumes that no new habitat mapping and/or development of additional
mitigation measures will be required. Suitable habitat for special-status plants,animals, or sensitive
habitats on the Project site and potential mitigation measures that were described in the 2013 Biological
Report and/or The Green SEIR will also be verified.
Numerous special-status species potentially occur within the area, but the need for focused special-
status plant and/or wildlife species surveys on the property cannot be determined until the habitat is
evaluated. Therefore,this scope of work does not include focused surveys for any special-status plant or
wildlife species. However,following the biological resources assessment, protocol surveys for specific
species may be recommended.
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All information and analysis conducted as previously described will be incorporated into the Biological
Resources section of the Supplemental EIR and accompanying appendix section. A standalone report
will not be prepared.
Schedule:Week 14
Cost:$4,600
Support:Access to the site; Project boundary and site plan in digital CAD or ArcGIS shape file format.
Optional Subtask 4E:Wetland Delineation
Depending upon the outcome of the peer review of the existing Wetland Delineation Report, it may be
deemed necessary to prepare a new wetland delineation. If the existing wetland delineation is
determined to be sufficient,this optional task would not be implemented. However,if a new wetland
delineation is determined to be necessary,the following will be implemented.
The field survey will include a formal wetland delineation that will document the presence or absence of
waters of the U.S.or State on the Project site that may be potentially subject to the jurisdiction of the
USACE, Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB),and/or CDFW. However,this task does not
include preparation of permit applications. For efficiency and accurate calculations, FCS will need the
City to provide the Project boundary and site plan in digital CAD or ArcGIS shape file format, preferably
as ortho-rectified files. The preliminary assessment of jurisdictional impacts will be presented in graphic
format and will depict the impacts to all jurisdictional features.
The jurisdictional delineation for the USACE and RWQCB will be conducted in accordance with the
USACE Wetlands Delineation Manual(1987),the Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers
Wetland Delineation Manual:Arid West Region(Version 2.0)(2008),and A Field Guide to the
Identification of the Ordinary High Water Mark(OHWM)in the Arid West Region of the Western United
States(2008). Methods include sampling soil and documenting vegetation and hydrology to fill out the
USACE Data Form,and walking the drainages to fill out the OHWM report documentation page. The
jurisdictional delineation for CDFW will be determined based on the presence of hydrophytic vegetation,
the location of a definable bed and bank,and the presence of associated wildlife or fish resources. The
boundaries of these jurisdictions will be mapped using an appropriate scale. Civil surveys of any
delineated areas are not covered in this scope of work. The results of the Wetland Delineation will be
provided in a separate,standalone report that can be used for future permitting purposes.
Schedule:Week 14
Cost:$4,100
Support:Access to the site; Project boundary and site plan in digital CAD or ArcGIS shape file format.
Subtask 4F: Noise Analysis
The site is located directly adjacent to 1-580,a substantial noise source.Careful evaluation will be
required to ensure that future uses are designed to protect employees and visitors from unacceptable
levels of sound. FCS will prepare a Noise Analysis to evaluate Project-related construction and
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operational noise impacts on surrounding land uses. The analysis will be wholly contained in the
Supplemental EIR and the supporting technical data will be appended to this document. The following
subtasks are associated with the preparation of the Noise Analysis:
Compile and Summarize Background Information.The general characteristics of sound and the
categories of audible noise will be described. The regulatory framework related to noise, including
applicable Federal,State,and City plans, policies and standards will be summarized. The existing noise
environment will be documented through traffic noise modeling and ambient noise measurements. Up
to three(3)short-term and one(1)long-term ambient noise measurement(s)will be conducted on the
Project site. The purpose of the noise monitoring effort is to establish the daytime existing noise
environment for comparison to the City's land use compatibility standards. Noise sensitive uses and
existing stationary noise sources in the Project vicinity will be identified.
Conduct Construction Noise Impact Analysis.Construction of the Project would require the short-term
operation of heavy equipment in the vicinity of nearby residential land uses. The construction noise
impact will be evaluated in terms of maximum levels(LmeX)and/or hourly equivalent continuous noise
levels(Leq)and their frequency of occurrence. Noise analysis requirements and thresholds of
significance will be based on the sensitivity of the Project area and the City of Dublin noise ordinance
specifications.
Conduct Operational Noise Impact Analysis.A quantitative assessment of noise impacts from Project
specific and cumulative vehicular traffic trips will be performed. Traffic noise impacts will be assessed
using the U.S. Federal Highway Traffic Noise Prediction Model(FHWA-RD-77-108, December 1978).
Required model input data include without-and with-Project average daily traffic volumes on adjacent
roadway segments,day/night percentages of autos, medium and heavy trucks,vehicle speeds,ground
attenuation factors,and roadway widths. Projections of the future Community Noise Equivalent Level
(CNEL)along selected roadway segments, based on the traffic study to be prepared for the Project,will
be provided in a table format to show the distance/contour relationship. Potential noise impacts from
Project-related stationary noise sources,such as loading/unloading and parking lot activities,as well as
mechanical system operations will also be evaluated.
Summarize Noise Reductions and Significance Findings. Mitigation measures designed to reduce short-
and long-term noise impacts will be identified where appropriate. Both an evaluation of the potential
mitigation measures and a discussion of their effectiveness will be provided.
The technical analysis for potential noise impacts will be directly incorporated into the Supplemental EIR,
with noise monitoring readouts and modeling data being placed in the Appendices. This task does not
include the preparation of a separate,standalone technical noise study.
Schedule:Week 10
Cost:$8,000
Support:Completed Transportation Impact Study
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Subtask 4G:Transportation Impact Study
Fehr& Peers will prepare a Transportation Impact Study for the Project. Fehr&Peers prepared the
transportation impact assessment for the potential IKEA store proposed on the Project site in 2003,so
they are intimately familiar with the Project site and potential Project impacts on traffic and circulation.
Project Characteristics and Study Location Finalization
Fehr&Peers will estimate the weekday daily,morning,and evening peak hour vehicle trip generation for
the Project using appropriate trip generation rates published in Institute of Transportation Engineers'
(ITE)Trip Generation Manual(9th Edition)and other available trip generation data,such as survey data
from other IKEA stores. Saturday daily and peak hour trip generation will also be estimated,as retail
centers tend to generate more traffic on weekend days than on weekdays.
A comparison of driveway counts collected at the Emeryville IKEA store in 2014 to counts collected in the
early 2000s indicate that the peak weekday and Saturday trip generation at the Emeryville IKEA has
decreased over that time period. That decrease could be due to several factors, including the
construction of a second IKEA store in the Bay Area(East Palo Alto). Fehr&Peers have weekday(7:00 to
9:00 AM, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM,and 4:00 to 7:00 PM)on two days and two Saturday peak(11:00 AM to
3:00 PM)period traffic counts at both the Emeryville and East Palo Alto IKEA stores to support trip
generation estimates for this project. Based on the data collection effort,a trip generation rate per
square foot will be developed and applied to the proposed project. Fehr& Peers will either average the
two days of data collection,or use the higher day of counts, based on consultation with the project
team. The timing of peak Saturday trip generation from the surveys will be used to inform the Saturday
peak period intersection turning movement data collection.
Fehr& Peers will estimate the trip distribution of Project traffic under Existing, Near-Term and
Cumulative conditions using sources such as existing counts,the location of complementary land uses,a
select zone analysis from the City of Dublin Travel Demand Model, and prior analyses conducted for the
site. The trip distribution will be used to assign the Project traffic to the roadway network. The results of
this task will be used to finalize the list of intersections to include in the transportation impact
assessment. However,based on the results of the prior analyses conducted for the site and the recently
prepared Dublin Kaiser Transportation Impact Assessment, Fehr&Peers anticipate the following
intersections would be included in the assessment:
1. Amador Valley Boulevard at Dougherty Road
2. Scarlett Drive at Dougherty Road
3. Dublin Boulevard at Dougherty Road
4. 1-580 Westbound Off-Ramp at Dougherty Road
5. 1-580 Eastbound Off-Ramp at Hopyard Road
6. Hopyard Road at Owens Drive
7. Dublin Boulevard at Scarlett Drive
8. Dublin Boulevard at Camp Parks Boulevard
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9. Dublin Boulevard at Iron Horse Parkway
10. Central Parkway at Arnold Road
11. Dublin Boulevard at Arnold Road
12. Martinelli Way at Arnold Road
13. Dublin Boulevard at Sybase Drive
14. Martinelli Way at Project Driveway
15. Gleason Drive at Hacienda Drive
16. Central Parkway at Hacienda Drive
17. Dublin Boulevard at Hacienda Drive
18. Martinelli Way at Hacienda Drive
19. 1-580 Westbound Off-Ramp at Hacienda Drive
20. 1-580 Eastbound Off-Ramp at Hacienda Drive
21. Owens Drive at Hacienda Drive
22. Dublin Boulevard at Hibernia Drive
23. Dublin Boulevard at Myrtle Drive/Toyota Drive
24. Dublin Boulevard at Glynnis Rose Drive
25. Central Parkway at Tassajara Road
26. Dublin Boulevard at Tassajara Road
27. 1-580 Westbound Off-Ramp at Tassajara Road
28. 1-580 Eastbound Off-Ramp at Santa Rita Road
29. Dublin Boulevard at Fallon Road
Fehr& Peers also expects that mainline segments of 1-580 from west of Hopyard Road to east of
Tassajara Road,as well as the ramp merge/diverge areas of the Hacienda Drive interchange would be
evaluated.
As it is unknown if additional intersections may need to be included in the analysis to respond to
concerns of other agencies, an optional task is provided for the inclusion of 5 additional study locations.
Data Collection and Site Reconnaissance
Fehr& Peers will conduct weekday morning(7:00 to 9:00 AM),weekday evening(4:00 to 6:00 PM),and
Saturday afternoon (time period to be determined in consultation with City staff,and based on Saturday
trip generation survey of existing IKEA stores)turning movement counts at the study intersections,
including separate counts of bicycles, pedestrians,and trucks. Based on the trip generation surveys of
the existing IKEA stores,there may be a desire to evaluate the intersections that will provide primary site
access during the mid-afternoon time period(intersections 11, 12, 14, 17 and 18). Fehr& Peers have
included this as an optional task if it is deemed necessary.
Available data from Caltrans and the City will be used to determine freeway mainline volumes,and ramp
merge/diverge volumes will be determined from turning movement counts at the ramp terminal
intersections. Should recent traffic counts be available at any of the intersections,the data collection
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effort would be reduced accordingly. Traffic counts for The Green EIR were collected in 2012 and 2013;
traffic counts used for the Dublin Kaiser analysis were collected in 2015. Fehr& Peers will use available
traffic counts reflective of AM and PM peak period turning movement counts for intersections evaluated
as part of the Kaiser TIA. New weekday peak period turning movement counts would need to be
collected at approximately fourteen intersections not evaluated as part of the Kaiser study,as well as at
all study intersections for Saturday peak period conditions. Additional budget reductions could be
achieved by reducing the number of intersections evaluated for either the weekday AM peak period,or
the Saturday peak period.
Fehr& Peers will conduct a field reconnaissance of the Project site and surrounding roadway network to
verify existing intersection control, lane configurations,and other roadway characteristics. Data for
transit services, bicycle,and pedestrian facilities within the study area will also be collected. Fehr&
Peers will request accident data from the city at intersections within the immediate study area. Using
the data collected,the existing peak hour level of service at each study intersection will be calculated
using the analysis methods outlined in the 2000 and 2010 Highway Capacity Manuals.
Forecast Development
Fehr& Peers will use the recently updated City of Dublin travel demand model to develop traffic
forecasts for 2025 and 2040 conditions, pivoting from the forecasts prepared for the Dublin Kaiser
project to the greatest extent feasible. Saturday forecasts will be developed through the application of a
growth rate developed from the weekday AM or PM peak hour forecasts,or by some other factor
method to be developed in consultation with City staff.
Fehr& Peers will review the 2025 and 2040 models to determine the level of vehicle trip generation
from the site included recently prepared forecasts;this level of trip generation will be subtracted from
the forecasts to develop near-term and cumulative without Project forecasts. Fehr&Peers will consult
with City staff to determine the appropriate level of traffic from pending projects to include in both the
near-term and cumulative traffic forecasts. Traffic generated by the site,as estimated under Task 1,will
then be added to the without Project forecasts to develop with Project forecasts.
Impact Analysis
The impact analysis will be conducted for the following scenarios:
• Existing
• Existing with Project
• Near-term (2025)
• Near-term with Project
• Cumulative(2040)
• Cumulative with Project
In each case,the weekday morning and evening,as well as Saturday peak hour intersection levels of
service,freeway mainline,and ramp merge/diverge area operations will be calculated using the 2010
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Highway Capacity Manual methodology. Mitigation measures will be identified for impacts that exceed
the thresholds established in the significance criteria and the Project's proportionate share of identified
intersection and roadway improvements will be calculated.
Left-turn vehicle queues will also be estimated for each study intersection for each scenario. Locations
where the 95th percentile vehicle queue could exceed the available storage will be identified.
For intersections where the lane configuration is expected to change between scenarios,or mitigation is
proposed,summary graphics indicating the geometry changes will be prepared.
Site Plan Review
Fehr& Peers will review the site plan for the proposed Project phases to ensure safe and efficient
circulation of vehicles,bicycles,and pedestrians through the Project site and on the roadways adjacent
to the Project site for each Project phase. Fehr& Peers will review the plan in terms of:
• Site access and interface with roadway network, including adequacy of turn-pocket lengths,
driveway throat lengths, sight distance,and level of service
• Vehicular circulation and internal intersection operations
• Emergency vehicle access and circulation
• Pedestrian access and circulation within and adjacent to the site
• Bicycle access and circulation within and adjacent to the site
• Transit and shuttle vehicle circulation within and adjacent to the site
• Pedestrian access to and from transit stops
• Truck circulation and loading dock access
• Level of parking supply in relation to code requirements
Transit Analysis
The potential transit trip generation for the Project will be calculated. The existing load factors of the
transit routes in the study area will be reviewed. Potential transit trips from the Project will be added to
the existing routes in the area to determine if Project related transit trips can be accommodated by the
existing system.
Congestion Management Agency Assessment
A separate analysis of regional roadways will be conducted to comply with requirements of the Alameda
County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC). The Alameda CTC requires the analysis of project
impacts to Metropolitan Transportation System (MTS)roadways for development projects that would
generate more than 100 PM peak hour trips. ACTC requires that the baseline forecasts be represented
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by the model run completed by the ACCMA. Fehr& Peers proposes to add the Project-related traffic
directly to the baseline forecasts and compare the net change as a percentage of total traffic.
The ACCMA analysis will be based on the 2020 and 2040 forecast years and will evaluate up to forty(40)
roadway segments on the following roadways in the study area:1-580, 1-680,Dublin Boulevard,and
Tassajara Road/Santa Rita Road. Conditions associated with the Project will be analyzed.
Vehicle Miles of Travel Assessment
Fehr& Peers will estimate the potential vehicle miles of travel(VMT)that would be generated by the
proposed Project. Using the base year,2025,and 2040 City of Dublin models,we will calculate City-wide
VMT without and with the Project. Latest guidance available from OPR will be consulted in the
development of VMT estimates.
Project Alternatives
Fehr& Peers will perform a qualitative evaluation of up to three Project alternatives. Trip generation will
be calculated and compared to that of the proposed Project. The potential for the alternatives to reduce
the significant impacts of the Project will be discussed qualitatively. No level of service analysis will be
conducted as part of this task.
Documentation
The following documents will be prepared:
• Technical Memorandum summarizing the proposed trip generation and distribution assumptions
for City review and approval
• Draft Transportation Impact Analysis(or administrative draft chapter of the Transportation and
Circulation section of the EIR)
• Final Transportation Impact Analysis(or draft chapter of the Transportation and Circulation
section of the EIR for public review)
• Response to comments on the public review draft
This scope of work assumes that editorial comments are received on the Draft Transportation Impact
Analysis. Fehr& Peers have budgeted 20 staff hours to prepare the final report. As the number of
comments on the Draft EIR is unknown, Fehr& Peers have budgeted 10 hours to prepare responses to
comments. A budget amendment may be necessary if the number of comments and the level of
complexity exceed 10 hours of effort.
Meetings
Fehr& Peers anticipates attending three meetings with the Project team and/or City staff and will be
available to attend additional meetings on a time-and-materials basis.
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Schedule:Week 14(Draft Traffic Impact Analysis)
Cost:$158,000(without optional tasks)
Support:City approval of scope of Transportation Impact Study
Optional Subtask 4G.1: Mid-Afternoon Access Analysis
Based on the trip generation surveys of the existing IKEA stores,there may be a desire to evaluate the
intersections that will provide primary site access during the mid-afternoon time period(intersections
11, 12, 14, 17 and 18). As such,this has been included as an optional task, inclusive of mid-day analysis
at site accesses intersections, including counts and documentation.
Schedule:Week 14(with Draft Traffic Impact Analysis)
Cost:$10,000
Support:City approval of scope of Transportation Impact Study
Optional Subtask 4G.2:Additional Intersections
As it is unknown if additional intersections may need to be included in the analysis to respond to
concerns of other agencies,this optional task covers the analysis of up five additional study intersections
for AM, PM&Saturday for all conditions, including counts and documentation.
Schedule:Week 14(with Draft Traffic Impact Analysis)
Cost:$17,600
Support:City approval of scope of Transportation Impact Study
Optional Subtask 4H:Visual Simulations
FCS expects that,similar to the previously prepared IKEA EIR and The Green SEIR,consideration of
aesthetic impacts will be scoped out in the Project's Initial Study. However, if desired by the City,
Environmental Vision will prepare visual simulations from up to two(2)viewpoints to characterize the
effects of the Project on publicly accessible locations.These simulations will be used in the Initial Study
to support the conclusions therein. The simulation images will be presented as"before"and"after"
views showing the appearance of future development superimposed on selected photographic views of
the Project site. The simulations will be based on Project design data provided to Environmental Vision.
Schedule:Week 6
Cost:$7,800
Support: Project model (Sketchup file or 3D ACAD)and drawings(CAD and hardcopy)from the Applicant
Task 5: Administrative Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report
FCS will prepare an Administrative Draft Supplemental EIR in accordance with the applicable
requirements of CEQA Guidelines Sections 15120 through 15132.The Administrative Draft Supplemental
EIR will contain Project-level analyses supported by graphics and tables. The document will identify
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potentially significant impacts,feasible mitigation measures,and the residual significance after
mitigation has been implemented. The contents of the Administrative Draft SEIR will be as follows:
Executive Summary
In accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15123,the Executive Summary will contain a summary of
the Project, list the Project alternatives,identify areas of controversy,and provide a matrix listing
environmental impacts and mitigation measures,and the residual significance of all impacts.
Introduction
The Introduction will include the purpose and background of the Project and will identify the lead
agency,the scope of the Supplemental EIR,and the document's organization. The Introduction will
establish the scope of review of the Supplemental EIR and identify environmental topics that have been
previously evaluated at a sufficient level in prior environmental documentation and will therefore not
need to be evaluated again.
Project Description
Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15124,the Project description will identify the Project location,
describe the Project characteristics,list the Project objectives,identify necessary approvals,and list
other agencies that may use the document. The Project description will describe the relationship of the
Project to the City of Dublin General Plan, Dublin Municipal Code,and East Dublin Specific Plan and use
color graphics and tables to clearly convey relevant information to the reviewer.
The Project Description will present the proposed"Planned Development"land use designation in
relationship to the existing Campus Office designation in the EDSP. The EIR will evaluate the alignment
of the proposed land use category to the established uses and clearance already provided in the EDSP.
The Project Description will clearly set forth the proposed phasing of the Project to ensure a
conservative and accurate evaluation of potential effects. Knowing that the timing and size of the
proposed uses may shift and change before implementation, FCS will work strategically with the City and
Applicant team to present phasing and sizes that provide flexibility in implementation to streamline the
need for additional CEQA review. FCS will take care to define phasing and uses conservatively, based on
triggers that may be identified in the technical studies.
The following specific sections will be prepared that provide a discussion of environmental setting,
impacts,and mitigation measures(if applicable). Each section will include a reference to the Initial Study
and the applicable policies and mitigation measures from the EDSP and its associated EIR. Supplemental
mitigation will be identified as needed.
Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The proposed Project contemplates construction and operational activities that would emit criteria air
pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions. The Project site is also located directly adjacent to 1-580,a
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significant source of diesel particulates and other toxic air contaminants. FCS will prepare the EIR Air
Quality/Greenhouse Gas Emissions section and identify impacts and mitigation (as appropriate). The
section will also include a summary of the analyses and findings from the HRA,which will be prepared as
a separate stand-alone technical study under Task 3C. The findings will be summarized in the EIR Air
Quality/Greenhouse Gas Emissions section and supporting documentation will be provided as an
appendix to the Supplemental EIR.
Biological Resources
FCS will prepare the EIR Biological Resources section and identify impacts and mitigation (as appropriate)
using the analysis prepared as part of Subtask 3D. Supporting documentation will be provided as an
appendix to the Supplemental EIR. FCS assumes that the2013 Biological Report contains sufficient
information to develop the EIR section and that this task will take a maximum of 24 hours to complete; if
the peer review indicates that the 2013 Biological Report is inadequate,additional scope and budget
may be required.
Noise
The proposed Project contemplates construction and operational activities that could potentially expose
surrounding land uses to excessive noise and vibration levels. FCS will prepare the EIR Noise section and
identify impacts and mitigation (as appropriate) using the analysis identified in Subtask 3F. The findings
will be summarized in the EIR Noise section and supporting documentation will be provided as an
appendix to the Supplemental EIR.
Transportation
The proposed Project contemplates development of a retail commercial center on the 27.5-acre Project
site,which has the potential to generate new trips,alter traffic circulation patterns,create a need for
roadway improvements,and increase the use of public transit, bicycle, and pedestrian modes of
transportation. FCS will use the Transportation Impact Study prepared by Fehr& Peers as the basis for
assessing transportation impacts and identifying mitigation.
Utilities
While the analysis of potential utility impacts were scoped out of the 2003/2004 IKEA EIR,due to recent
drought conditions and the Project's size(429,879 square feet) in relation to SB 610 thresholds(a shopping
center having more than 500,000 square feet of floor space), FCS recommends that potential impacts
related to water and wastewater be considered in the Supplemental EIR. As such, FCS will evaluate the
proposed Project's impacts in terms of the need to construct new or expanded existing facilities,acquire
additional supplies,or generate effluent that exceeds the permitted capacity. FCS will use information
provided by the City of Dublin and utility providers to evaluate the adequacy of existing infrastructure and
anticipated utility loads(e.g.,water demand,sewage generation). FCS assumes that the Project Applicant
will supply anticipated water demand and sewage generation estimates for the Project.
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Cumulative Effects
In accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15130,the Supplemental EIR will address the cumulative
effects of the proposed Project in combination with other projects and in addition to cumulative impacts
identified in the EDSP EIR. As set forth in the CEQA Guidelines,the cumulative analysis will focus on
impacts towards which the Project has a significant incremental contribution. The analysis will reflect
the severity of the impacts and their likelihood of occurrence and will be guided by standards of
practicality and reasonableness.
Alternatives
Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15126.6,the EIR will evaluate a range of feasible alternatives to the
proposed Project. One of the alternatives will be the CEQA-mandated"No Project Alternative,"which is
the circumstance under which the Project does not proceed/is not constructed. FCS will evaluate up to
three(3)additional alternatives, likely consisting of a combination of a reduction in Project size and
alternate uses. In addition,the Alternatives section will address the feasibility of an alternative location,
as well as any alternatives that were initially considered but rejected from further consideration.
Effects Found not to be Significant
CEQA Guidelines Section 15143 establishes that EIRs shall focus on significant impacts on the
environment and need not discuss in detail effects that are clearly insignificant or unlikely to occur(e.g.,
tsunami inundation). This section will address specific CEQA checklist questions not addressed in the
topical sections of the Supplemental EIR.
Other CEQA Required Sections
This section will address the CEQA-required issues of significant environmental effects that cannot be
avoided(CEQA Guidelines Section 15126[b]),significant irreversible environmental changes(CEQA
Guidelines Section 15126[c]),growth inducement(CEQA Guidelines Section 15126[d]),and energy
conservation(CEQA Guidelines Appendix F).
Persons and Organizations Consulted/List of Preparers
In accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15129,the Supplemental EIR will identify all agencies,
organizations,and individuals consulted during the preparation of the document,as well as the agency
representatives and firms involved with SEIR preparation.
References
This section will list all resources used in the preparation of the Supplemental EIR. FCS will compile all
documents cited in the References section and include them on a CD.
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Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15147, supporting technical information will be appended to the
Supplemental EIR as technical appendices. This includes but is not limited to technical studies,modeling
data,and correspondence.
Schedule:Week 18
Cost:$40,000
Support:City and Applicant review and approval of Project Description; provision of site plans, including
(but not limited to)photometric,façade elevations,wet and dry utilities,and landscaping
Task 6: Screencheck Draft Supplemental EIR
Upon receipt of final City staff comments on the Administrative Draft Supplemental EIR, FCS will prepare
a Screencheck Draft Supplemental EIR that shows alterations using Track Changes.
Schedule:Week 20
Cost: $12,000
Support:City staff comments on Administrative Draft Supplemental EIR
Task 7: Draft Supplemental EIR
Upon receipt of final City staff comments on the Screencheck Draft Supplemental EIR, FCS will finalize
and produce the Draft Supplemental EIR for public review. FCS assumes a total of 40 hours of technical
staff time will be required to complete revisions to the Draft Supplemental EIR,plus editing and
administrative staff time to prepare the document for publication. If additional hours are required, FCS
will prepare a budget augment to cover the actual level of effort.
FCS will provide copies of the Draft Supplemental EIR to the City of Dublin,which will be responsible for
local distribution, noticing,and posting. FCS will provide copies of the Draft Supplemental EIR to the State
Clearinghouse,which will distribute the document to state agencies. FCS will also prepare the Notice of
Completion that will be provided to the State Clearinghouse as part of this task. Finally, FCS will prepare
the Notice of Availability and provide it to the City for use as part of the local distribution process.
Schedule:Week 22(Public Review Period:Week 22 through Week 28)
Cost:$6,000
Support:City staff comments on Screencheck Draft Supplemental EIR; City distribution of Draft
Supplemental EIR(local)
Task 8: Administrative Final Supplemental EIR
FCS will prepare an Administrative Final Supplemental EIR in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Sections
15088 and 15089.The Administrative Final Supplemental EIR will list all agencies,organizations,and
individuals who submitted written comments on the Draft Supplemental EIR during the public review
period and provide written responses to those comments. To enhance readability and avoid redundancy,
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FCS will use Master Responses to address frequent and reoccurring comments on the Draft
Supplemental EIR's analysis. Additionally,the Administrative Final Supplemental EIR will contain Errata,
which will document minor changes to the Draft Supplemental EIR text in strikeout—underline format.
This scope of work allocates a total of 60 hours for FCS technical staff to respond to comments received
on the Draft Supplemental EIR,in addition to administrative,editorial,GIS,and junior staff time to
prepare the document. If the volume or complexity of comments requires more than 60 hours to
respond to comments, FCS will request authorization from the City for additional budget.
Schedule:Week 30
Cost:$12,000
Support:All comments received on Draft Supplemental EIR
Task 9: Screencheck Final Supplemental EIR
Once City staff provides comments on the Administrative Final Supplemental EIR, FCS will prepare a
Screencheck Final Supplemental EIR that shows changes in strikeout—underline format.
Schedule:Week 31
Cost:$6,000
Support: City comments on Administrative Final Supplemental EIR
Task 10: Final Supplemental EIR
Once City staff provides final comments on the Screencheck Final Supplemental EIR, FCS will proceed
with finalizing and producing the Final Supplemental EIR for public review. FCS assumes a total of 20
hours of technical staff time will be required to complete revisions to the Final Supplemental EIR, plus
editing and administrative staff time to prepare the document for publication. If additional hours are
required,we will prepare a budget augment to cover the actual level of effort. FCS will provide copies of
the Final Supplemental EIR to the City,which will be responsible for local distribution,noticing,and
posting. FCS will send copies of the Final Supplemental EIR directly to state agencies that commented on
the Draft Supplemental EIR. Finally, FCS will prepare and mail the Notice of Availability to the local
agencies and interested parties on the City-provided mailing list.
Schedule:Week 34
Cost:$3,000
Support:City comments on Screencheck Final Supplemental EIR;City distribution of Final Supplemental
EIR(local);City-provided mailing list for Notice of Availability distribution
Task 11: Notice of Determination
FCS will prepare the Notice of Determination and provide it to City staff for filing with the Alameda
County Clerk's Office within five(5)business days of Supplemental EIR certification. As indicated in this
scope of work,City staff will be responsible for filing the Notice of Determination and paying the
associated filing fees.
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Schedule:Within 5 days of Project approval
Cost:$500
Support:City/Applicant filing of Notice of Determination with the Alameda County Clerk's Office
Task 12:Team Meetings/Public Hearings
FCS will meet by phone with City staff during the Supplemental EIR preparation process to discuss and
resolve problems,develop strategies,and participate in communications.This proposal and its
associated budget cover attendance by FCS's Project Manager at six(6)meetings in Dublin,which are
outlined as follows:
• Kick-Off Meeting/Site Visit;
• Scoping Meeting;
• Two(2) Meetings With City Staff to Discuss the Administrative Draft Supplemental EIR and
Administrative Final Supplemental EIR;
• Planning Commission Meeting; and
• City Council Meeting.
A not-to-exceed budget has been established to cover meeting attendance. If City staff requests
additional meeting attendance by FCS staff,or if the amount of time involved in these meetings exceeds
the initial budget allocation, FCS will notify City staff of the additional costs and obtain authorization for
the extra meeting time.
Schedule:To Be Determined Based on Project Milestones
Cost: $6,000
Support: None
Task 13: Project Management
Ensuring the successful completion of the CEQA process within the schedule provided in the RFP
(November 2016)requires the ongoing focus and diligence of the Project Manager. In addition to the
research,analysis,communications, and report writing tasks described above, FCS will perform a variety
of Project management duties to ensure that the Supplemental EIR meets the City's standards of quality
and is delivered on time and within budget. These duties will include team supervision and
coordination,oral and written communications with City staff, Project accounting,and quality assurance
review by FCS's Project Director and Technical Editor of all deliverable products. These services also will
include ongoing support to City staff,such as providing input on staff reports, regular schedule updates,
and discussions of technical issues.This task includes 80 hours of staff time.
Schedule:Ongoing
Cost:$8,000
Support: None
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Direct Costs
Direct costs cover an array of activities, including printing costs for the Supplemental Draft EIR and
Supplemental Final EIR,travel costs for technical staff to perform field visits and take photographs of the
site and surroundings. Direct costs also cover the costs of travel to and from meetings at the City offices,
including team meetings,the scoping meeting,and public hearings.
Tasks Outside of Scope of Work
Below are the tasks that FCS has identified as being outside of its scope of work for the proposed Project.
Newspaper Noticing
FCS assumes that City staff will prepare and coordinate the publication of any newspaper notices
associated with the Supplemental EIR.
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
FCS assumes that the City will prepare the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program inclusive of
mitigation from the Project's Supplemental EIR.
Findings of Fact
FCS assumes that the City's legal counsel will prepare the Findings of Fact to allow for certification of the
Supplemental EIR. FCS legal staff is available to draft the Findings of Fact, if directed by the City and can
prepare a cost estimate for providing these services to the City upon request.
Statement of Overriding Considerations
If the Supplemental EIR identifies one or more significant unavoidable impacts,CEQA Guidelines Section
15093 requires the lead agency to adopt a Statement of Overriding Considerations outlining the
economic, legal,social,technological or other benefits of the Project that outweigh its environmental
consequences, if the decision makers elect to proceed with approval. As such, FCS assumes that the
City's legal counsel will prepare the Statement of Overriding Considerations(if required). FCS legal staff
is available to draft the Statement of Overriding Considerations,if required and if directed by the City
and can prepare a cost estimate for providing these services to the City upon request.
Notice of Determination Filing/Payment of Fees
FCS assumes that City staff will file the Notice of Determination with the Alameda County Clerk's Office
within five(5)business days of adoption of the Supplemental EIR. The purpose of the Notice of
Determination filing is to limit the legal challenge period to 30 days. If a Notice of Determination is not
filed within five(5)business days of certification,the legal challenge period defaults to 180 days.
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The Notice of Determination filing requires payment of the CDFW CEQA filing fee(currently$3,070.00)
and a County handling fee(currently$50.00).This scope of work assumes that the City will be
responsible for paying these fees.
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SCHEDULE
FCS has prepared the following schedule outlining the anticipated timing of each task.
Task Week
Project Initiation/Begin Peer Review and Technical Studies ''1(March 14,2016)
Schedule traffic counts 1/2(March 19/26,2016)
Submit Initial Study to City 14(April 4,2016)
Submit draft Notice of Preparation to City 4(April 4,2016)
Receive City comments on Notice of Preparation 4(April 4,2016)
Conduct driveway counts at local IKEA stores(Fehr&Peers) 4(April 4,2016)
Release Notice of Preparation;Begin 30-day review period 4(April 4,2016)
Complete Peer Review 5(April 11,2016)
Receive City comments on Initial Study 5(April 11,2016)
Submit Traffic Technical Memorandum to City(Fehr&Peers) j 6(April 18,2016)
Scoping Meeting 7(April 25,2016)
City approval of Traffic Technical Memorandum 7(April 25,2016)
Finalize Initial Study 8(May 2,2015)
End 30-day NOP review period 8(May 2,2015)
Submit Technical Studies(including Admin Draft Traffic Study)to City for Review 114(June 13,2016)
City comments on Admin Draft Traffic Study and other Technical Studies '18(July 11,2016)
Technical Studies finalized(including Traffic Study) 19(July 18,2016)
Submit Administrative Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report to City 21(August 1,2016)
(inclusive of Draft TIA)
Receive City staff comments on Administrative Draft Supplemental EIR 23(August 15,2016)
Submit Screencheck Draft Supplemental EIR to City ;25(August 29,2016)
Receive City staff comments on Screencheck Draft Supplemental EIR 26(September 5,2016)
Release Draft Supplemental EIR for public review;Begin 45-day review period 27(September 12,2016)
End 45-day review period 33(October 28,2016)
Submit Administrative Supplemental Final EIR 35(November 14,2016)
Receive City staff comments on Administrative Supplemental Final EIR 137(November 28,2016)
Submit Screencheck Supplemental Final EIR to City _ 38(December 9,2016)
Receive City staff comments on Screencheck Supplemental Final EIR 39(December 16,2016)
Submit Supplemental Final EIR !40(December 23,2016)
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Task Week
Planning Commission Meeting January 10,2017
City Council Meetings February 7 and 21,2017
Within 5 business days of
Notice of Determination
project approval
The assumptions used in determining the Project schedule are:
1. All plans,Applicant-prepared technical studies,and complete project description will be made
available upon notice to proceed.
2. The transportation analysis, including the need for any additional counts,can be completed in
less than 14 weeks,assuming authorization to proceed by March 16, 2016 and completion of the
draft analysis by June 13, 2016.
3. The City will provide one set of consolidated comments on the Administrative Draft/Final and
Screencheck Draft/Final Supplemental EIR.
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PERSONNEL, EQUIPMENT, AND FACILITIES
FCS will serve as the primary consultant for this Project,supported by the following subconsultants: Fehr
&Peers, Environmental Vision,and Vista Environmental. Personnel associated with each firm are
described below,including the qualifications and specific responsibilities of each key team member.
FirstCarbon Solutions
Similar to the current Kaiser Dublin Medical Center Project, FCS staff assigned to this Project will include:
• Mary Bean, Project Director
• Janna Waligorski, Project Manager
• Grant Gruber, Lead CEQA Preparer
• Kristiaan Stuart,Senior Ecologist
• Philip Ault,Senior Noise Specialist
FCS will oversee the preparation of the Draft and Final Supplemental EIR for the Project. Mary Bean,
Project Director,will provide Project oversight and direction for the Project team and will be the primary
point of contact for the City. Ms. Bean will be responsible for quality assurance of work products and
monitoring of budgets and schedule to ensure that the Supplemental EIR is delivered according to the
contract. Her billing rate is currently$240 and her time would account for approximately 5 percent of
FCS's professional labor fees.
Janna Waligorski will serve as the Project Manager,working closely with Ms. Bean and with the City on
day-to-day issues. Ms.Waligorski will coordinate the FCS team and subconsultants and oversee overall
document production. Ms.Waligorski's billing rate is currently$140 and her time would account for
approximately 21 percent of FCS's professional labor fees.
Grant Gruber,with a billing rate of$150,will serve as the lead CEQA preparer and be responsible for
drafting Supplemental EIR sections,coordinating graphics,and coordinating internally with FCS staff. Mr.
Gruber's involvement in the Project would account for approximately 28 percent of FCS's labor fees.
Kristiaan Stuart will be the biological lead (billing rate$180; 2 percent of FCS's labor fees)and Phil Ault
will be the noise analysis lead(billing rate$140;4 percent of FCS's labor fees). These latter two team
members will be responsible for preparing their respective technical studies.Full resumes for each of our
key personnel,as well as for our subconsulting team members,can be found in Appendix A.
FirstCarbon Solutions Active Clients
FirstCarbon Solutions operates in six offices across California. We have many on-call contracts with local
public agencies,which may or may not be active at any given time. The following is a list of all public and
private clients for which FCS is currently working, inclusive of the location of the client's projects.
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• 1X CW 500 Orange Tower, LP, Irvine • Desert Alliance For Community
• Amador County,Jackson Empowerment, Mecca
• Amcal Multi-Housing Inc., Unincorporated • Diversified Pacific Development,Woodcrest
Colton • DKN Hotels,Carlsbad
• Andresen Architecture, Inc., Fontana • Eden Housing, Hayward, Pinole
• Armada Armstrong Road,LLC,Jurupa Valley • Fancher Creek Properties,LLC, Fresno
• Athalye Consulting Engineers,Los Angeles • Friends of Hollywood Central Park Board,
• Atkinson,Andelson, Loya, Ruud&Romo, Hollywood, Los Angeles
Colton • G.H. Palmer and Associates, Los Angeles
• Bates Stringer-Pleasant Hill LLC, Danville • Gates&Associates,Richmond
• BCA Development Inc., Rancho Cucamonga • General Dynamics Information,Various
• Beaumont Unified School District, Beaumont Locations, Los Angeles County
• Bemis Development, Inc.,Victorville • GPA Consulting, El Segundo,San Joaquin
• Biggs Cardosa Associates, Inc.,Stanislaus • Grado Equities VII, LLC,Willow Creek, El
County, Fresno, Fresno County Dorado County
• Blackhawk Properties, Inc.,Oakley • Great Ecology,San Diego
• Blair,Church&Flynn, Mariposa • Gresham,Savage, Nolan&Tilden, LLP,Olive,
• Bonadelle Communities,Clovis, Millerton New Desert Hot Springs
Town • GROW Land and Water LLC,Quay Valley
• Bonadelle Neighborhoods,Clovis • Hayward Area Recreation and Park District,
• Brenntag Pacific, Inc, Fresno Hayward
• Brentwood MX4 Investments, LP,Oakley • HDR Engineering,Sacramento,San Carlos,San
• Brookview Properties LLC,Fresno Jose
• California Boutique Rental Fund 1 LLC,San • Highland Fairview Properties, LLC, Moreno
Jose Valley
• California Coastal Conservancy,Sacramento • HP Communications Inc.,Catalina Island
• California Dept.of Corrections and • Inland Empire Utilities Agency, Riverside and
Rehabilitation (CDCR),Statewide San Bernardino Counties
• California Gold Development Corp., Elsinore • Interwest Consulting Group,Chowchilla
• Calistoga Hills Resort Inc.,Calistoga • Johnson Cranberries,LLP, Middleborough
• Callahan Properties,Livermore • K Hovnanian Companies, Lake Elsinore
• CEI Engineering Associates, Inc., Fresno, • Kabbara Engineering, Burbank
Visalia, Bakersfield • KB Homes,Simi Valley
• Central Metal Inc(CMI), Huntington Park • Kimley-Horn and Associates,Inc., Palm Desert
• Chick-fil-A, Inc., Livermore • Knowleton Communities,Corona
• City of American Canyon,American Canyon • KTU&A, Riverside,Costa Mesa
• City of Anaheim,Anaheim • Lake Street Ventures, Menlo Park
• City of Antioch,Antioch • Land Development Consultants, LLC, Morongo
• City of Atascadero,Atascadero Valley
• City of Atwater,Atwater • Lennar Homes,Clayton Ranch,Jurupa Valley,
• City of Baldwin Park, Baldwin Park Eastvale
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• City of Beaumont, Beaumont • Lennar Multifamily Communities, Mountain
• City of Brentwood, Brentwood View,Fremont
• City of Burlingame, Burlingame • Lewis Retail Centers,Chino
• City of Camarillo,Camarillo • Los Angeles Department of Water& Power
• City of Chico, Chico (LADWP), Los Angeles
• City of Chino Hills,Chino Hills • Love's Travel Stops and Country Stores,
• City of Chowchilla Community Development, Madera
Chowchilla • M.J.Harris Construction Services, Modesto
• City of Clovis,Clovis • Mariners Point,Huntington Beach
• City of Colton,Colton • Mark Thomas&Company,Inc.,Tuolumne
• City of Concord,Concord County,Bakersfield, Kern County
• City of Corona,Corona • Marriot International, Napa
• City of Cupertino,Cupertino • McKellar McGowan, Murrieta
• City of Dublin, Dublin • Menlo Business Park, LLC, Fontana
• City of East Palo Alto, East Palo Alto • Mike Spicci,Westport
• City of Eastvale, Eastvale • Mitchell Brown General Engineering, Fresno
• City of Fontana, Fontana • Mojave Aluminum Corporation, Inc.,Barstow
• City of Fremont, Fremont • Moreno Valley Festival, LTD, Moreno Valley
• City of Fresno,Fresno • MRO Engineers,Inc.,Woodland
• City of Gilroy,Gilroy • Mt.San Jacinto College,San Jacinto
• City of Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay • Napa County Transportation and Planning
• City of Healdsburg, Planning Department, Agency(NCTPA), Napa
Healdsburg • Nimish Patel, Newark
• City of Hesperia, Hesperia • Nova Group Inc.,Napa
• City of Irvine, Irvine • NYS Energy Research and Development
• City of La Habra Heights, La Habra Heights Authority(nyserda),Albany
• City of Lake Elsinore, Lake Elsinore • Oakmont Senior Living,Santa Rosa,Orange,
• City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles San Diego,Agora Hills, Novato
• City of Merced, Merced • Orange County Parks,Dana Point
• City of Monterey, Monterey • Orange County Water District,Orange County
• City of Murrieta, Murrieta • Pacific Land Company,Moreno Valley
• City of Orinda, Planning Department,Orinda • PACLAND, Roseville
• City of Palm Springs, Palm Springs • Panattoni Development Co., LLC,San Jose
• City of Porterville, Porterville • Port of Oakland,Oakland
• City of Redding, Redding • Precision Civil Engineering,Clovis
• City of Richmond, Richmond • Prologis,Ontario,Tracy
• City of Riverside, Riverside • Pulte Homes, Inc.,Irvine
• City of Sacramento,Sacramento • Pyramid Network Services,LLC, Los Angeles
• City of San Marcos,San Marcos County
• City of San Ramon,San Ramon • Quad Knopf,Merced
• City of Santa Ana,Santa Ana • Rancho Pacific Properties dba Redlands
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• City of Shasta Lake,Shasta Lake Aviation, Redlands
• City of Simi Valley,Simi Valley • RCK Properties, Inc.,San Bernardino
• City of Tracy,Tracy • Riverside County Regional Park and Open-
• City of Tulare,Tulare Space District, Riverside
• City of Twentynine Palms,Twentynine Palms • Riverside County Transportation Commission
• City of Walnut Creek,Walnut Creek (RCTC), Riverside
• City of Wildomar,Wildomar • RRM Design Group,San Mateo, Fresno,
• City of Woodland,Woodland Redwood City,Cloverdale
• Claremont Homes,Vacaville • San Jose-Evergreen Community College
• Coast Community College District,Costa Mesa District, Milpitas
• Colma SMARA,Colma • Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority,
• Colton Joint USD,Colton San Jose
• Community Design+Architecture, Fresno • Santa Clara Valley Water District,San Jose
• Cornerstone Structural Engineering Group, • Shea Homes,Corona
Stockton, Merced • Shopoff Realty Investments,San Gorgonio
• County of Calaveras,County of Calaveras,San • Sierra Linda Development LLC, Murrieta
Andreas • SimonCRE, Inyokern
• County of Colusa,County of Colusa • SmartLink, LLC., Fontana
• County of Contra Costa, Martinez,Contra • Solano Community College District, Fairfield
Costa County • Solar Frontier Americas,Fresno County,San
• County of Del Norte Community Development Joaquin Valley
Dept.,Crescent City,County of Del Norte • Sonoma County Water Agency,Santa Rosa,
• County of El Dorado, Placerville, El Dorado Sonoma County
County • South Valley Biology Consulting, LLC, Kern
• County of Fresno,Fresno County • Spencer Enterprises, Fresno
• County of Kern, Kern County • SPI Holdings, LLC,San Mateo, Fresno,
• County of Los Angeles,County of Los Angeles Redwood City,Cloverdale
• County of Madera, Madera County • St.Charles Tower,Willow Beach
• County of Merced, Merced County • SunEdison LLC, Merced County
• County of Monterey,Salinas,County of • Sunpin Solar,Thermal
Monterey • Sycamore Environmental Consultants, Inc.,
• County of Orange, Irvine,Santa Ana,Orange
Williams
County • Team Truck,Jurupa Valley
• County of Placer,Auburn, Placer County • Tharaldson Investments,Newark
• County of Riverside, Riverside County
• The Haskell Company,Alhambra
• County of Riverside Flood Control, Riverside
• The Lawrence Ellison Foundation,Saratoga
County • The McCaffrey Group, Fresno
• County of San Bernardino,San Bernardino
County, Fontana • Transportation&Energy Solutions,Inc.,
• County of Solano,Vallejo,County of Solano Moreno Valley
• County of Sonoma,Santa Rosa,Sonoma • TRI-Pointe Homes,Corona
County • Turner Impact Capital,Chino
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• County of Stanislaus Department of Public • United W&M, LLC,San Ramon
Works,Stanislaus County • Valley Oak Partners, Livermore
• County of Tulare—RMA,Visalia,Tulare County • Venture Retail Group,Commerce
• County of Yolo,Woodland,Yolo County • Waste Connections, Inc., El Dorado County
• D.R. Horton, Inc., Rocklin,Tulare, Union City, • Westgate Construction and Development,Inc.,
Pleasanton Fresno
• Dahlin Group Architecture,Fresno • Windsor Bell Village Community, LLC,Windsor
• Dana Point Marina Company, Dana Point • Woodside Homes,Clovis
• Dean Hanson,San Jose • Xebec Realty Partners,Sun Valley,San
• DeNova Homes, Inc., Manteca Bernardino
• Department of General Services,The Ziggurat,
West Sacramento, Statewide
Subconsultants
Fehr& Peers
Fehr&Peers will prepare the Transportation Impact Analysis for the Project. Fehr&Peers specializes in
providing transportation planning and engineering services to public and private sector clients.They
emphasize the development of creative,cost-effective,and results-oriented solutions to planning and
design problems associated with all modes of transportation.
Specialized Services
Rather than trying to offer a multi-disciplined approach, Fehr& Peers chooses to focus on being the best
traffic engineering and transportation planning consulting firm. Fehr&Peers offer specialized expertise
within transportation,including:
• Bicycle&Pedestrian
• Freight&Goods Movement
• Land Use&Transportation
• Sustainable Transportation
• Multimodal Operations&Simulation
• Transit Planning
• Transportation Engineering
• Travel Behavior& Forecasting
Maintaining this singular focus on transportation enables Fehr&Peers to provide state-of-the-practice
expertise to their clients. Fehr& Peers is a nationally-recognized organization in these areas as evidenced
by the fact that they routinely publish many professional papers,serve on national committees,and
teach courses to others in the industry.
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Vista Environmental
Vista Environmental provides air quality and noise impact studies for the development industry.
Experience includes comprehensive studies for recreation, residential,commercial,and industrial
developments,as well as public projects.The firm is presently working on studies throughout California
and has collaborated with FCS for more than five(5)years on various projects.
Environmental Vision
Environmental Vision provides specialized planning and design consulting services that address the
aesthetics and public perception of environmentally sensitive projects. Environmental Vision has
prepared visual simulations for projects throughout the San Francisco Bay Area,including those for the
Kaiser Dublin Medical Center.
The firm approaches each project assignment with an underlying philosophy that recognizes the
uniqueness of places,environmental settings,communities and client needs.The firm has extensive
experience in preparing visual studies for a variety of projects located within sensitive and scenic
viewsheds.The firm's in-depth CEQ.A and NEPA expertise is complemented by considerable experience
with visual and urban design studies for a variety of complex and controversial urban developments and
public infrastructure improvements.
Environmental Vision's technical capabilities are enhanced by advanced computer applications, including
high-resolution visual simulation,three-dimensional and view shed modeling,Geographic Information
Systems(GIS),animation,and graphics. The Environmental Vision computer simulation capability is
unique in several respects. Most importantly,the firm's technical approach embodies a depth of
professional expertise in planning,design,and visual analysis. Environmental Vision computer images
reflect a high level of accuracy and realism based on specialized techniques in site analysis, photo
documentation,computer modeling,and computer rendering.
Founded in 1993 and located in Berkeley, Environmental Vision is a certified Small and Women Business
Enterprise with a strong track record in providing responsive,cost-effective professional services to
public and private sector clients including cities and counties,transportation and resource agencies,
hospitals,school districts, utility companies, and architects,engineering and environmental firms.
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Project Team Qualifications
Incorporated in the State of California in 1982, FCS has provided hundreds of municipalities with on-call
and contract environmental and natural resource management services.Our disciplinary specialties
include environmental planning, regulatory compliance, natural resource management, cultural
resources management, replanting and restoration services, air quality and noise services,and water
resource management. FCS serves clients in the western United States with a staff of approximately 60
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professionals from offices located in Irvine, Los Angeles,San Bernardino, Fresno,Sacramento,and
Walnut Creek.This Project will be predominantly managed from our Walnut Creek office.
The FCS team consists of environmental resource leaders who possess vast knowledge of environmental
regulations,laws,and compliance issues complemented by an in-depth technical understanding of their
individual disciplines. FCS staff experiences range from being in-house CEQA and land use attorneys and
practitioners to technical scientists,all of which are invaluable in addressing the City's project-specific
needs. With this wide range of experience, FCS offers the City a comprehensive team with a unique
understanding of the complexities of managing projects with diverse challenges,including scheduling and
logistics, public relations,long-term field efforts,and multifaceted legal and agency compliance issues.
As a testament to our skill level,members of the FCS staff are called upon to provide expert testimony,
instruct at technical seminars,or lead conferences. To ensure that we keep abreast of current
environmental issues and that we stay involved in the communities we serve, FCS staff members are
actively involved in legislative activity and scientific research and publications.
Similar Completed Projects
San Ramon City Plaza District Finding of Consistency,City of San Ramon,CA
FCS prepared a Finding of Consistency to provide CEO.A coverage for the project-level entitlements
associated with the Plaza District.The San Ramon City Center Project,a 2.1-million-square-foot mixed use
project,was originally approved by the San Ramon City Council in December 2007. In conjunction with
these approvals,the City Council certified the San Ramon City Center Subsequent EIR,which was prepared
by FCS. In 2014,Sunset Development submitted an application for development of the Plaza District
component of the City Center Project.The new Plaza District plans contemplated 325,000 square feet of
commercial uses centered on a public plaza. FCS prepared a Finding of Consistency that concluded that the
revised Plaza District was within the parameters of the 2007 City Center approvals.The Finding of
Consistency was adopted in November 2014 and the project broke ground in August 2015.
Contact Name: Debbie Chamberlain, Division Manager, Planning Services
Contact Address:2226 Camino Ramon,San Ramon,CA 94583
Telephone Number:925.973.2566
Patterson Plaza Project EIR,City of Patterson,CA
FCS prepared an EIR for an approximately 178,000-square-foot shopping center in Patterson(Stanislaus
County)The shopping center included a 158,000-square-foot Walmart store that would retail general
merchandise and groceries and operate 24 hours a day,7 days a week. The shopping center would
feature three outlots that would be tenanted by smaller retail and restaurant uses,with a maximum
development potential of 20,000 square feet. Issues of concern included aesthetics, land use,public
services,traffic,and urban decay.The Patterson City Council certified the EIR and approved the project in
October 2010.The project was fully constructed in 2014.
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Contact Name:Jason Hatwig, Project Manager,CEI Engineering Associates, Inc.
Contact Address:7543 North Ingram Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711
Telephone Number:925.973.2566
Brentwood Country Club Site Project IS/MND,City of Brentwood, CA
FCS assisted the City of Brentwood with the completion of an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative
Declaration (IS/MND)for a 26.01-acre project site located at the southwest quadrant of the Balfour
Road/Summerset Drive intersection in Brentwood.The project site is bounded by State Route 4(west),
Balfour Road (north),Summerset Drive(east),and Upton Pyne Drive(south)and contains a portion of
the Brentwood Golf Club golf course(two holes,a putting green,and a driving range). The project
applicant identified several development alternatives for the project site. Between 56 and 63 dwelling
units would be developed on 19 acres of the project site. Hotel, retail,senior housing,or commercial
uses would be developed on the remaining 7 acres of the site. For the latter uses,the proposed hotel
would consist of 120 to 160 rooms, retail would range from 8,000 to 70,000 square feet,senior housing
would consist of a 3-to 4-story assisted living facility, and commercial would consist of automotive retail.
Contact Name:Tim Nielsen,Assistant Planner
Contact Address: 150 City Park Way, Brentwood,CA 94513
Telephone Number:925.516.5163
Sciortino Ranch Project EIR Addendum, City of Brentwood,CA
FCS prepared an Addendum to the Sciortino Ranch EIR for the creation of 331 single-family residential
lots and 19 non-residential lots, 11 of which were analyzed for the future development of 120,000
square feet of commercial uses. Overall,the project was considered less intense than that considered in
the Sciortino Ranch EIR. The Addendum concluded that none of the conditions described in CEQA
Guidelines Section 15162 calling for preparation of a Subsequent EIR or Negative Declaration(ND)
occurred.The Addendum, checklist,and technical studies constituted substantial evidence supporting
the conclusion that preparation of a Supplemental or Subsequent EIR or ND was not required prior to
approval of the proposed project by the City of Brentwood,and provided the documentation required
under CEQA.
Contact Name: Debbie Hill,Associate Planner
Contact Address: 150 City Park Way, Brentwood,94513
Telephone Number:925.516.5163
Other Relevant Projects
Kaiser Dublin Medical Center EIR,City of Dublin,CA
FCS is currently preparing a comprehensive project-level EIR for the development of an approximately
1.2-million-square-foot medical center on 58 acres in eastern Dublin.The proposed medical center
includes a 950,000-square-foot medical campus and a 250,000-square-foot commercial component.The
Project would be constructed in three phases over 24 years. The EIR will address maximum potential
development to ensure all future development options are covered and addressed under CEQA.The EIR
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will also provide updated transportation analyses in compliance with the forthcoming CEQA
amendments resulting from SB 743.
Contact Name: Kristi Bascom, Principal Planner,City of Dublin
Contact Address: 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin,CA 94568
Telephone Number:925.556.4557
East Pleasanton Specific Plan EIR,City of Pleasanton,CA
FCS recently completed the Draft EIR for the East Pleasanton Specific Plan in the City of Pleasanton. The
Specific Plan encompasses approximately 1,100 acres located east of Valley Avenue and Busch Road and
north of Stanley Boulevard and includes quarry lakes, public facilities,and undeveloped land. The
Specific Plan will guide the development of residential (1,300 dwelling units),commercial, industrial,
office,and parks/recreation uses within this area,as well as an extension of El Charro Road to the south,
to connect with Stanley Boulevard.The project is no longer moving forward;the Draft EIR was released
in April 2015 and the City elected not to complete the Final EIR.
Contact Name:Adam Weinstein, Planning Manager
Contact Address:200 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton,CA 94566
Telephone Number:925.931.5606
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FCS's proposed fees are based upon the scope of work described above and include all labor and
direct
costs.
Task Fees
Task 1:Project Initiation $2,000 ._
Task 2:Initial Study $10,000
Task 3:Notice of Preparation/Scoping Meeting $5,000
Task 4:Peer Review and Subtask 4A:Biological Report Peer Review $2,800
Technical Studies Subtask 4B:Wetland delineation Report Peer Review $3,300
Subtask 4C:Air Quality/Greenhouse Gas Emissions Analysis and $10,800
Health Risk Assessment(Vista Environmental)
Subtask 4D: Biological Resources Analysis $4,600
Subtask 4E:Wetland Delineation $4,100
Subtask 4F:Noise Analysis
Subtask 4G:Transportation Impact Study(Fehr&Peers) $158,000
__sk5:A_____ �____..._.__�up Supplemental _Environmental Report
Task S____istrative Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact ep $40,000
Task 6:Screencheck Draft Supplemental EIR $12,000
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Task 7:Draft Supplemental EIR �......, � �. ._..... �� $6,000
Task 8:Administrative Final Supplemental EIR $12,000
Task 9:Screencheck Final Supplemental EIR $6,ocio
Task 10:Final Supplemental EIR $3,000
.Task 11:Notice of Determination
$500
Task 12:Team Meetings/Public Hearings $6,000
Task 13:Project Management $8,000
Total Professional Labor j $302,100
Direct Costs $6000
Dire._Costs —$--3.0-8,100-000
Total Project Budget,including Direct Costs
10%Contingency—To be used only with consent of City �ry $30,810
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Total Project Budget(Not To Exceed) $338,910
Optional Subtask 4G.1:Mid-Afternoon Access Analysis $10,000
Optional Subtask 4G.2:Additional Intersections $17,600
Optional Subtask 4H:Visual Simulations „�.�._.... {I $7,800
._,.Total Project Budget with Optional Tasks Included $343,500
10%Contingency for Optional Task—To be used only with consent of City $34,350
_� Total Project Budget with Optional Task Included(Not To Exceed) $377,850
* Total fee subject to increase depending on changes to the project description,additional revisions,and actual direct costs.
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The assumptions used in calculating the above fees are:
1. The price is valid for up to 60 days from the date of this proposal,after which it may be subject to
revision.
2. City staff will be responsible for distribution of public review documents.
3. This price is based on completion of the work within the outlined time frames. If substantial
delays occur through no fault of FCS,an amendment of the price may be warranted to
accommodate additional project management and other costs,and to reflect adjustments for
updated billing rates.
4. Costs have been allocated to tasks based on FCS's proposed approach. During the work, FCS may
with concurrence of the City,re-allocate costs among tasks as circumstances warrant,so long as
the adjustments maintain the total price within its authorized amount.
5. Printing costs are based on the proposed method of printing and binding,number of copies
proposed as work products,and estimated page lengths. Document printing costs are estimated
and will be finalized at the time of printing. On further clarification of the documents(paper
and/or digital CD)that the Applicant team or City staff will need during the preparation effort,
FCS will specifically identify a detailed reproduction work plan with more specific costs.
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OVERVIEW
• More than 20 Years'Experience
Education
• Bachelor's Degree, Environmental Studies and Planning, University of California, Santa Barbara,
1988
Professional Affiliations
• American Institute of Certified Planners(AICP)
• Association of Environmental Professionals(AEP)
• American Planning Association(APA)
• Urban Land Institute(ULI)
• Women's Transportation Seminar(WTS)
Mary Bean,AICP has more than 20 years of experience managing the preparation of California
Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)and National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA)documents in both the
public and private sectors.She is knowledgeable about a broad range of environmental topics,backed
by her experience in the field,research,technical writing,and planning. She specializes in leading
interdisciplinary teams in the preparation of technical studies that support environmental clearance at
the local,state, and national levels.Her depth of experience allows her to be particularly effective in
strategizing with clients about the most efficient approach to environmental review.
RELATED EXPERIENCE AND CLIENT SUMMARY
Commercial Facilities
CarmaxAuto Mall Addendum, City of Pleasanton, C4
Ms. Bean directed the preparation of a comprehensive Addendum to the Stoneridge Drive Specific Plan
Amendment/Staples Ranch EIR for the development of a CarMax Pre-owned Automobile Dealership
(CarMax Superstore)on 19.66 acres in the City of Pleasanton.A total of three buildings were proposed,
including a 45,000-square-foot service building,a 3,708-square-foot quality control/carwash building,
and a combination sales(9,691 square feet)and presentation(3,373 square feet)building.
H3Hotel IS/MND, City of Healdsburg, C.4
Ms. Bean directed the preparation of an IS/MND for the development of a 39-room boutique hotel on
0.59 acre at 227 Healdsburg Avenue in downtown Healdsburg, in Sonoma County,California.The four-
story hotel included ground level parking,rooftop meeting space,and a pedestrian bridge crossing Foss
Creek to a private park. Particular challenges included the assessment of the onsite portion of Foss
Creek,the proposed bridge crossing and resulting potential impacts to streambed and riparian areas,
and potential impacts on special-status species.
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Medical Facilities
Kaiser Dublin Medical Center EIR, City of Dublin, CA
Ms. Bean is directing the preparation of the EIR for a new Medical Center Campus and commercial
development on a 58-acre site along 1-580 in Dublin.The project includes up to 950,000 square feet of
medical uses as well as 250,000 square feet of commercial development,to be built in three phases over
24 years.The EIR will address maximum potential development to ensure all future development
options are covered by CEQA.The EIR will also provide updated transportation analyses compliant with
forthcoming CEQA amendments resulting from SB 743.
Land Planning
East Pleasanton Specific Plan EIR, City of Pleasanton, CA
As the Principal-in-Charge for this project, Ms. Bean directed the preparation of a Draft EIR for the East
Pleasanton Specific Plan in the City of Pleasanton.The Specific Plan encompassed approximately 1,100
acres located east of Valley Avenue and Busch Road and north of Stanley Boulevard and included quarry
lakes, public facilities,and undeveloped land.The Specific Plan would guide the development of
residential(1,300 dwelling units),commercial,industrial,office,and parks/recreation uses within this
area,as well as an extension of El Charro Road to the south,to connect with Stanley Boulevard.The
project is no longer moving forward;the Draft EIR was released in April 2015 and the City elected not to
complete the Final EIR.
Housewives Marketplace Residential Project EIR, City of Oakland, CA
Ms. Bean managed the preparation of the EIR for the redevelopment of the former Housewives
Marketplace to accommodate approximately 387,000 square feet of residential and commercial uses.
The residential portion of the project featured 200 apartments and 34 microlofts that could be
converted into local-serving retail uses.The redevelopment of this site helped to fulfill goals of bringing
10,000 new residents to the downtown area to revitalize the City center.
Arcadia Park Redevelopment EIR, City of Oakland, CA
Ms. Bean was the Principal-in-Charge who directed the preparation of an EIR for this industrial infill
redevelopment project,which proposed to construct 74 single-family units, 108 detached condo units,
and 184 townhomes on 27.5 acres zoned for industrial use(and previously developed as the
Fleischmann Yeast manufacturing plant). Ms. Bean's team prepared a focused EIR that examined
transportation, noise, hazardous materials, and land use impacts.The project emphasized auto-free
mobility given its proximity to Bay Area Rapid Transit(BART)and Amtrak,as well essential services and
job centers.
Fairmont Terrace Park lS/MND for the Hayward Area Recreation District, City of Hayward, CA
Ms. Bean directed the preparation of an IS/MND for the Fairmont Terrace Park Project in the City of
Hayward.According to the Master Plan,the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District(HARD)planned
to both revitalize and expand the existing Fairmont Terrace Neighborhood Park. Based on the approved
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Master Plan,the new park was expanded to approximately 4.95 acres,which allowed HARD to offer a
broader range of both passive and active recreational amenities, improve pedestrian circulation,offer
higher quality family gathering areas,and generally transform the park into a more welcoming and
pleasing setting for all age groups.
Ruschin Drive IS/MND, City of Newark, CA
Ms. Bean is currently directing the preparation of an IS/MND for the demolition of an existing 33,000-
square-foot elementary school facility,mobile home,and related infrastructure,and development of 85
single-family residences.The 10.1-acre project site is located at 36120 Ruschin Drive in the City of
Newark,in Alameda County.The surrounding land uses consist of single-family residences to the north,
east,and west,with Ruschin Drive to the south.The proposed 3-or 4-bedroom residences range from
1,793 to 2,322 square feet,with a resulting density of 8.4 dwelling units per acre.Concerns addressed by
the IS/MND include consistency with the surrounding existing neighborhood and increases in total daily
traffic trips.
San Lorenzo Community Park Master Plan Project IS/MND for the Hayward Area Recreation District, City of
Hayward, CA
Ms. Bean directed the preparation of an IS/MND for the San Lorenzo Community Park Master Plan
Project,which proposed to redevelop an existing 31-acre park that serves as a popular recreational
destination and aesthetic resource within the surrounding San Lorenzo community. Based on the
approved Master Plan,the park would expand its current passive and active recreational elements
within the existing park footprint,while improving pedestrian circulation,offering higher quality group
gathering areas,creating a central core of the park,and generally transforming the park into a more
welcoming setting for a wider-range of different groups and ages. Proposed park amenities and facilities
include a variety of new,improved,and/or expanded recreational elements within the existing park
boundary,such as a two-mile pedestrian and bicycle path network;a central community green;an
active play zone,including basketball courts, dynamic climbing elements,and playground;a 1.2-acre
pond;a larger dog park;a soccer complex;and an enhanced community center area.The proposed park
would also include better internal circulation and parking options,an additional driveway from Via
Catherine,and a potential connection to Kennedy Park via Skywest Golf Course,which would establish a
link between the two parks.
Hollywood Central Park, Cap Park over US 101,Friends of Hollywood Central Park(FHCP),City of Los Angeles
Recreation and Parks,Caltrans, and FHWA, City of Los Angeles, CA
FHCP is planning a 44-acre urban park to be built over a one-mile stretch of the Hollywood Freeway in
Los Angeles.The project would provide needed recreation and community facilities and reconnect
neighborhoods currently divided by the Hollywood Freeway.The proposed land use plan includes
traditional recreations areas(lawns,plazas,sports fields,dog parks),as well an amphitheater,
restaurants,community center, library, police substation,and retail uses. FCS is preparing the EIR/EA
and a broad range of studies and analyses in conformance with CEQA and NEPA,including noise and
vibration assessments and air quality studies. Ms. Bean directed the preparation of the Notice of
Preparation of Environmental Impact Report and Initial Study, illustrating the environmental issues
expected to be addressed in the EIR for the project.An initial scoping meeting demonstrated strong
community interest in the project.
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Tassajara Parks EIR, Contra Costa County, CA
Ms. Bean is the Principal-in-Charge and is directing the preparation of an EIR for this landmark project
that is located outside the boundary of the existing urban limit line(ULL)in Contra Costa County.The
project site consists of two separate parcels:the 155-acre northern site to be developed with 125 single
family residences,a walking trail,and trail staging area;and the 616-acre southern site,the majority of
which would be dedicated to the East Bay Regional Parks District for permanent open space uses,with
two 5-acre parcels dedicated to the San Ramon Valley Unified School District and San Ramon Valley Fire
Protection District. Particular attention will be focused on potential traffic impacts, aesthetic impacts,
and growth inducement.
Trellis Residential Project EIR, City of Walnut Creek, CA
Ms. Bean directed the preparation of an EIR for the Trellis Residential Project,which proposed to
construct 53 single-family homes on 5.28 acres of an 8.15-acre site in Walnut Creek,California.The
project site currently includes a vacant 35,635-square-foot community center,a parking lot,an outdoor
pool,a children's play area,various accessory structures,and a commercial landscape nursery, in
addition to a portion of the City's Tice Valley Park and Gym.The project proposed to demolish the
existing community center and associated structures;however,the Tice Valley Community Gymnasium
would remain in place on roughly 2.87 acres.The project generated significant public interest and
involvement,especially around the issues of transportation and congestion on local roadways,
compatibility with surrounding densities,and the proposed change from an open space designation to a
residential designation.The Final EIR will go before the City Council in December 2015.
Napa Logistics Center EIR, City of American Canyon, CA
Ms. Bean directed the preparation of an EIR for a proposed 2.2 million square-foot project consisting of
warehouse,distribution,e-commerce and ancillary office/retail uses on 176 net acres in the City of
American Canyon.The project represents the second phase of the Napa Logistics Park,which was
originally entitled in 2010 and subsequently annexed into the City of American Canyon in 2011. Issues of
concern included air quality,geology and soils, hydrology and water quality,land use, noise, public
services,and transportation.The American Canyon City Council certified the EIR and approved the
project in December 2015.
Program EIR for the Downtown Neighborhoods Community Plan,Fulton Corridor Specific Plan, and
Downtown Development Code, City of Fresno, G4
Ms. Bean is currently directing the preparation of a Draft Program EIR for the Fresno Downtown
Neighborhoods Community Plan(DNCP), Fulton Corridor Specific Plan (FCSP),and Downtown
Development Code(DDC) Project(Project)in downtown Fresno,California.Together,the DNCP and
FCSP anticipate developing up to 9,990 residential dwelling units,5,900,000 square feet of office space,
1,950,000 square feet of retail space, 3,050,000 square feet of industrial space within the two Plan
areas,with an associated population increase of up to 28,860 people,which is within the limits
established by the Fresno General Plan. Future development and land use activities that occur pursuant
to the DNCP, FCSP,and DDC may require discretionary approvals such as subdivision parcel maps, use
permits,and design review,and/or ministerial approvals such as lot line adjustments and demolition,
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grading,and building permits.The intent of the Program EIR is to provide sufficient coverage for
development and land use activities contemplated by the DNCP, FCSP,and DDC such that no additional
or low-level environmental review(e.g.,a Negative Declaration)will be necessary.
Tra Vigne Subdivision EIR and Recirculated EIR, Madera County, CA
Ms. Bean directed the preparation of a Partially Recirculated Draft EIR(PRDEIR)for the Tra Vigne
Subdivision Project,which proposes to subdivide a 161-acre project site in southeastern Madera County
into 432 residential lots and 17 outlots for neighborhood commercial and office areas,a recreation
center, parks,various detention and retention ponds,and an onsite wastewater treatment plant.The
project is planned as a part of an integrated,cohesive mixed-use development that will provide housing
and recreational opportunities for the community.After careful review of the public comments received
on the project and accompanying 2011 DEIR,the County decided to substantially revise and recirculate
the following portions of the 2011 DEIR to address issues raised during the public comment period:Air
Quality,Biological Resources,Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Hydrology and Water Quality,Transportation
and Traffic,and Utilities and Service Systems.Accordingly, FCS prepared the PRDEIR in July 2015. Ms.
Bean is currently directing the preparation of the Final EIR for the project,which will include written
responses to all public comments on the PRDEIR, as well as previous comments on those sections of the
2011 DEIR that were not recirculated, in accordance with Guidelines Section 15088.5(f)(2).
Richmond Riviera IS/Addendum, City of Richmond, CA
Ms. Bean is currently directing the preparation of an IS/Addendum to the Westshore Marina
Condominium EIR for the development of 59 single-family detached homes located on 4.92 acres at the
intersection of Marina Way South and Hall Avenue,at the southern edge of the aty of Richmond.The
project represents a decrease in residential units as compared to that analyzed in the EIR.The
IS/Addendum focuses on changes in the existing setting and regulatory environment, including updated
air quality and greenhouse gas thresholds,and potential aesthetic impacts to views of the San Francisco
Bay and newly adjacent National Park Service Visitor Center.
West Broadway Avenue Urban Village Transportation and Infrastructure Master Plan, City of Seaside, CA
Ms. Bean is the Principal-in-Charge and is directing the preparation of the CEQA document for this
transportation and infrastructure master plan that will help reshape downtown Seaside.The master
plan builds upon an award-winning Specific Plan the City adopted in 2009.The City had unanimously
approved the EIR's certification.The master plan is intended to catalyze new development along major
corridors by providing substantial streetscape improvements,connections to a new transit facility, and
upgrades to essential infrastructure.
Roddy Ranch Annexation and Master Plan EIR, City of Antioch, CA
As the Principal-in-Charge for this project, Ms. Bean directed the preparation of a Programmatic EIR for
the annexation of 850 acres into the City of Antioch.The annexation was a product of Measure K,a
voter initiative that directed the City to annex and develop the property.The site,which was located in
the foothills of Mt. Diablo,contained sensitive habitats and listed species;the protection of these
resources required the establishment of a resource management plan.The Programmatic EIR provided
the framework for a subsequent,project-level analysis of the construction of 600 residential units, 100
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multi-family units,a hotel,and neighborhood commercial uses. Ms. Bean prepared a project-level EIR
for these components on behalf of the City.
Pantages Residential Development EIR, Contra Costa County, CA
Pantages Bay, a proposed residential community with individual docks and deep water access, is located
in unincorporated eastern Contra Costa County.The project proposed to build 292 detached single-
family residential units, 116 units of which would be water-oriented and would include docks.The
project included the restoration of bank habitat on the project site and in adjacent areas,ultimately
creating emergent marsh and seasonal wetland habitat,and the creation of a vernal pool at an off-site
mitigation bank to compensate for on-site loss.As the Principal-in-Charge for this project, Ms. Bean
directed the preparation of an EIR to assess potential impacts, including noise,traffic,site hydrology,
and adverse effects on sensitive species such as the Delta smelt.Construction of new levees was to have
included extensive, noisy pile driving. In conjunction with the applicant,the team led by Ms. Bean
helped identify a more sensitive method to allow the levees to be built without pile driving.The EIR
provided the environmental basis for all discretionary approvals necessary for the project and served as
the primary document used in the formulation and implementation of a mitigation monitoring and
reporting program.
New Farm Master Plan EIR, Contra Costa County, CA
Ms. Bean is the Principal-in-Charge and is directing the preparation of an EIR for this landmark project
that is located outside the boundary of the existing urban limit line(ULL).The project is highly
controversial because of its implications for other development projects on the urban fringe.The project
is being watched regionally because it proposes a new land use designation —Tassajara Rural Mixed
Use—that would allow the development of clustered rural residential uses alongside agriculture and
other land use components,without requiring adjustment of the ULL. In addition to the rural residential
component,the project also includes an agricultural learning annex,community center, religious facility,
cemetery,fire training facility, and roadside farmstand.
Sufism Reoriented Project EIR, Contra Costa County, CA
Sufism Reoriented proposed to build and operate a new religious facility in the Saranap neighborhood
near Walnut Creek.The project entailed extensive excavation intended to place 2/3 of the 66,000-
square-foot building area below grade. Ms. Bean oversaw the preparation of an EIR for this project;
critical issues examined in the EIR included visual impacts and compatibility,transport and disposal of
excavated materials,and streetscape improvements.
Concar Offices EIR, City of San Mateo, CA
Ms. Bean oversaw the preparation of the EIR for the Concar Office Project,which entailed the
redevelopment of a 4.75-acre site as 200,000 square feet of office space and ground floor retail (such as
a deli and other local-serving uses). Located at the junction of US 101 and SR 92,the project site is
considered a minor focal point of the City due to its prominent location.The site is also located within
the Concar Transportation Land Use Corridor Plan,which analyzes mixed-use development options
within a'A mile radius of two Caltrain stations.The project required consideration of potential traffic,
parking, hazardous materials,aesthetics, land use,and air quality impacts.
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HOPE V/Residential Project EIR/EA, City of Richmond, G4
Ms. Bean managed the preparation of a combined EIR/EA for the HOPE VI Residential Project. HOPE VI
—a federal program administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development—targets
severely distressed public housing and offers grants to allow demolition or renovation.The proposed
project entailed the demolition of 237 existing units and the construction of 301 new units of public
housing.As part of the redevelopment project,local streets were improved for greater access and
circulation.
Piers 1-1/2,3,and 5 Redevelopment Project Environmental Documentation,Port of San Francisco, City of
San Francisco, CA
Ms. Bean managed the preparation of all environmental documentation related to the rehabilitation
and redevelopment of three piers along the prominent San Francisco waterfront to provide
approximately 75,000 square feet of office, restaurant,and public access space. Project plans were
developed consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Historic Rehabilitation.The
project included broad pedestrian walkways that connect with the City's existing Port walk.The City's
Port walk provides a continuous pedestrian pathway around the perimeter of the Embarcadero piers,
including historic monuments and information that celebrates the vibrant history of the San Francisco
waterfront.
Alamo YMCA Campus EIR, Contra Costa County, CA
Ms. Bean oversaw the preparation of an EIR for the Alamo YMCA Campus,which involved the
construction of a new 40,300-square-foot YMCA facility on an undeveloped 12-acre site in the town of
Alamo.The project generated a significant amount of community interest because of the uncertainty
surrounding the project's traffic generation estimates.To address these community concerns,an
extensive traffic study was conducted using various YMCA facilities in the area,and sensitivity analyses
were conducted to ensure that an absolute worst case scenario was evaluated.
Tierra Villas Residential Development Initial Study and Limited Topic EIR,City of Antioch, CA
Ms. Bean directed the preparation of an Initial Study to cover most CEQA topical areas and a single-topic
EIR focusing on anticipated farmland impacts associated with the Tierra Villas Residential Development
Project.The Tierra Villas Project proposed to subdivide a 20-acre lot and construct 115 single-family
homes in southern Antioch.
Transportation
Todd Shipyard Crane Demolition EIR,City of Alameda, G4
Ms. Bean directed the preparation of an EIR to evaluate the demolition of a historic crane at the Todd
Shipyard in Alameda,California.The demolition is required to protect the ongoing operation of the
adjacent Oakland-Alameda ferry terminal,which,in addition to daily ferry service,is also a designated
provider of lifeline transportation services in the event of a catastrophic event. Ms. Bean worked closely
with the City and historic resources consultants to develop acceptable actions that the City can
implement to ensure that future generations understand the historic significance of the crane.
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Pedestrian Improvement Projects, City of Oakland, CA
Ms. Bean directed the environmental review for two projects involving pedestrian streetscape
improvements in two areas of downtown Oakland. Both projects involved the creation of a bike lane
and also included bulb-outs at intersections to slow the flow of auto traffic, benches at bus stops, and
planters to enhance the pedestrian experience. Ms. Bean coordinated technical studies with the
Caltrans Local Assistance Office to facilitate the processing of Preliminary Environmental Study(PES)
forms.Technical studies included hazardous materials,cultural resources,traffic,and parking.
12th Street Reconstruction Project EIR, City of Oakland, CA
This urban design and revitalization project sought to realign 12th Street adjacent to Lake Merritt and
restore the Lake Merritt Channel,which connects the lake to San Francisco Bay based on the vision
developed in the Lake Merritt Master Plan.The project included plans to reconfigure the roadways at
the south end of Lake Merritt,improve bicycle and pedestrian circulation,create a lakeside park and
multi-use paths,and enhance the connection between Lake Merritt and the Oakland Estuary. Ms. Bean
managed the preparation of a focused EIR to address issues associated with the planned channel
improvements,including creation of tidal marsh habitat and improved hydraulic flow between the Lake
and the estuary.Studies conducted as part of this effort included biological resources assessments,
hydrological assessments,cultural resources assessments,and hazardous materials investigations. Ms.
Bean also worked with the City and the project engineer,landscape engineer,and hydrologist to ensure
that project design plans incorporated all applicable environmental mitigation measures. Ms. Bean
helped the City of Oakland write portions of a grant proposal that received$9 million dollars from the
Coastal Conservancy for channel habitat restoration.
Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line EIR,Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission, City of Santa Cruz,
CA
The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission proposed to acquire a portion of the Union
Pacific Rail Road corridor in Santa Cruz County for the purpose of offering recreational rail service along
an approximately six-mile stretch,from Capitola to Aptos,with a possible extension to Seascape. Ms.
Bean prepared a focused EIR covering the areas of noise,air quality,traffic and safety,and hazardous
materials.The project generated a considerable amount of community concern since the existing rail
line travels through many coastal residential areas,and residents wanted to ensure that the proposed
increase in the number of train trips would not adversely affect their way of life.
Silicon Valley Rapid Transit Corridor EIS/EIR,Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority(VTA), CA
The Santa Clara VTA conducted a Major Investment Study and EIS/EIR pursuant to NEPA and CEQA,
respectively,for the extension of rail transit to Silicon Valley. Ms. Bean managed the preparation of the
land use and environmental justice technical studies to support the environmental document,which
included the evaluation of more than 16 miles of rail corridor through the communities of San Jose,
Santa Clara, and Milpitas.
State Route 4 Bypass EIR,SR 4 Bypass Authority, Contra Costa County, CA
The EIR for the construction of a bypass for State Route 4 near the cities of Oakley and Brentwood in
eastern Contra Costa County was approved in 1994. Ms. Bean prepared technical reports and necessary
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CEQA documentation,conducted the necessary environmental analyses,and obtained the necessary
permits as detailed in the EIR,including determining the need for additional environmental review,
mitigation monitoring and reporting,biological studies and permits,cultural resource visual surveys,
noise evaluations,air quality analyses, NEPA environmental clearances,and public involvement.These
analyses and permits required coordination with the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service,California Department of Fish and Wildlife, U.S. Department of Transportation, FHWA,Contra
Costa County Flood Control District,and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission.
Mary Avenue Street Space Allocation,City of Sunnyvale, CA
The Mary Avenue Street Space Allocation Study examined different ways to accommodate motor
vehicles, bicycles,pedestrians,and transit along Mary Avenue between Fremont and Maude Avenues in
the City of Sunnyvale. Ms. Bean directed the environmental analysis,working closely with the City and
outside counsel to provide input and advice in light of legal challenges to the City's certification of the
related Mary Avenue Overcrossing Project EIR.
Ygnacio Valley Road Corridor Enhancement Project EIS/EIR, City of Concord, CA
The Ygnacio Valley Road Corridor Enhancement Project entailed the addition of one through lane in
each direction on a 2-mile stretch of Ygnacio Valley Road,which is designated as a route of regional
significance in Contra Costa County. Ms. Bean oversaw the preparation of the NEPA and CEQA
environmental documents for the project,which addressed a wide range of issues including noise and
the construction of sound walls,traffic impacts,and potential biological impacts to a local creek.
Extensive noise monitoring and analysis was conducted along with consultation with the California
Department of Fish and Wildlife.Traffic simulation models were developed for public presentations.
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OVERVIEW
• Eight(8)Years of Experience
Education
• Masters of Arts,Geography,With Distinction,California State University, Chico, 2011
• Bachelor of Arts,Geography,California State University,Chico,2004
Professional Affiliations
• California Geographical Society
• Gamma Theta Upsilon Geographic Honor Society
Janna Waligorski,MA,manages the preparation of CEQA and NEPA documentation and has extensive
experience preparing a wide range of planning and environmental impact analysis documents for
jurisdictions throughout California.She has actively overseen the compilation and completion of
Environmental Impact Reports(EIRs), Initial Studies/Mitigated Negative Declarations(IS/MNDs),
Environmental Assessments(EAs),Addendums,and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Programs
(MMRPs).She has completed CEQA and/or NEPA documentation for mixed use,residential,commercial,
retail,transportation,industrial, recreational,and institutional projects,with extensive work on
constraints analyses, land use compatibility,transportation and circulation issues,farmland conversion,
and visual impacts(aesthetics). Ms.Waligorski also offers experience in Geographic Information Systems
(GIS)and graphic applications,which allows her to understand and articulate complex spatial concepts.
RELATED EXPERIENCE AND CLIENT SUMMARY
Commercial Projects
Car Max Auto Mall Addendum, City of Pleasanton, CA
Ms.Waligorski was the Project Manager and primary author of an Addendum to the Stoneridge Drive
Specific Plan Amendment/Staples Ranch EIR for the development of a CarMax Pre-owned Automobile
Dealership(CarMax Superstore)located on 19.66 acres in the City of Pleasanton.A total of three
buildings were proposed, including a 45,000-square-foot service building, a 3,708-square-foot quality
control/carwash building, and a combination sales(9,691 square feet)and presentation(3,373 square
feet) building. In addition to preparing the CEQA document, Ms.Waligorski was also responsible for
general content editing,document management,and team management.
Chico Walmart, City of Chico, CA
Ms.Waligorski is assisting in the preparation of an EIR for the expansion and renovation of the existing
Walmart store in Chico,California.The project includes the expansion of the existing Walmart store up
to 64,386 square feet;development of a fuel station with a convenience market;and the creation of two
outparcels for future commercial use.
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Fresno North Walmart, City of Fresno, C4
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an EIR for the expansion and alteration of the existing
Walmart store in Fresno, California.The project included the addition of approximately 33,093 square
feet of building area to the existing 159,376-square-foot conventional Walmart store and upgrading the
facility to retail groceries and operate 24 hours a day. Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of a
NOP and several EIR topical sections.
H3Hotel IS/MND, City of Healdsburg, CA
Ms.Waligorski was the Project Manager and primary author of an IS/MND for the development of a 39-
room boutique hotel located on 0.59 acre in downtown Healdsburg, in Sonoma County,California.The
four story hotel included ground level parking, rooftop meeting space,and a pedestrian bridge crossing
Foss Creek to a private park. Particular challenges included the assessment of the onsite portion of Foss
Creek,the proposed bridge crossing and associated impacts to streambed and riparian areas,and
potential impacts to special-status species. In addition to preparing the CEQA document, Ms.Waligorski
was responsible for general content editing,document management,team management,and client
interaction.
Creekside EIR,El Dorado County, CA
Ms.Waligorski is the Project Manager overseeing the preparation of a focused EIR for the Creekside
commercial project consisting of three commercial pads totaling 21,000 square feet on approximately
4.3 acres south of the City of Placerville, in El Dorado County. Project site constraints include onsite
wetlands and oak tree canopy protected under the County's oak tree protection policies.
Diamond Dorado Retail Center Project,El Dorado County, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an EIR for the Diamond Dorado Retail Center Project located
in El Dorado County,south of Placerville.The project proposed to construct a 280,515-square-foot retail
center and new access route for the adjacent El Dorado Material Recovery Facility. Implementation
included the approval of a General Plan Amendment, Rezone, Planned Development and a Commercial
Tentative Parcel Map. In addition to preparing the CEQA document, Ms.Waligorski was responsible for
general content editing,document management,team management,and management of client/County
relations.
Napa Junction Phase Ill EIR, City of American Canyon, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an EIR for the construction of 143,500 square feet of retail
commercial and office floor space on a 17-acre site in American Canyon.The project included the
approval of a General Plan Amendment, rezone,design permit,conditional use permit,and tentative
parcel map. Ms.Waligorski provided several EIR topical sections, including Aesthetics and
Hazards/Hazardous Materials.
Willow Creek lS/EIR,El Dorado County, CA
Ms.Waligorski is currently preparing an IS and focused EIR for the Willow Creek commercial project
located adjacent to the City of Placerville in El Dorado County.The project consists of three to four
commercial buildings expected to house office,commercial,retail,and/or restaurant(with potential
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drive through)uses.The project was previously approved by the County but was rescinded at the
developer's request due to potential litigation related to the County-prepared CEQA IS. FCS is revising
the IS and will be preparing an EIR focused on air quality,greenhouse gas,and transportation impacts.
Ms.Waligorski is providing general project and client management and is overseeing document
preparation.
Sonora Walmart EIR, City of Sonora, G4
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an EIR to analyze the proposed expansion of an existing
Walmart store in Sonora,which would include an upgrade to Supercenter status.The existing 130,000-
square-foot Walmart would be expanded to 157,000 square feet. Issues of concern include noise and
potential urban decay impacts from the closure of competing businesses. Ms.Waligorski assisted in the
completion of several EIR sections,including Alternatives and Air Quality and provided general content
editing for the Draft EIR.
Sonora Lowe's/Old Wards Ferry Road EIR, City of Sonora, G4
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an EIR for the construction of a Lowe's Home Improvement
Warehouse and the simultaneous realignment of the adjacent Old Wards Ferry Road.The project
consisted of the development of a 138,916-square-foot Lowe's store and the realignment of Old Wards
Ferry Road to the intersection of Greenly and Sanguinetti Roads. Ms.Waligorski assisted in the
completion of several EIR sections,including Aesthetics,Air Quality, Hazards, and Land Use.
Milpitas Walmart Ell,Sheppard Mullin Richter&Hampton, City of Milpitas, C4
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an EIR for the proposed expansion of an existing Walmart
store in Milpitas,which would include an upgrade to Supercenter status.The existing 131,000-square-
foot Walmart would be expanded to 150,000 square feet. Issues of concern included land use
compatibility,transportation,and potential urban decay impacts from the closure of competing
businesses. Ms.Waligorski assisted in the completion of several EIR sections, including Public Services
and Utilities and Traffic/Transportation.
Los Banos Walmart EIR, City of Los Banos, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an EIR for the Los Banos Walmart Expansion Project.The
project consisted of two phases.The first phase would expand the existing store by 105,487 square feet
(to 214,995 square feet);the second phase would create three commercial retail outlots on the west
side of the WalMart site. Ms.Waligorski prepared the EIR project description and several analysis
sections, including Aesthetics, Biological Resources,Geology, Hazards, Land Use, Public Services and
Utilities,Cumulative Projects, and Alternatives.
Santa Rosa Lowes Elf, City of Santa Rosa, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an EIR for a 165,000-square-foot retail development for the
City of Santa Rosa.The project consisted of a 154,494-square-foot Lowe's Home Improvement
Warehouse and two 4,500-square-foot retail/restaurant structures on 11.77 acres abutting Santa Rosa
Avenue. Ms.Waligorski assisted in responding to public comments on the Draft EIR.
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Oroville Walmart EIR, City of Oroville, G4
Ms.Waligorski assisted in preparing an EIR to analyze the development of a proposed 213,400-square-
foot Walmart Supercenter on 20 acres in Oroville.As part of the project,an existing Wal-Mart store in
Oroville would close.The EIR evaluated the urban decay impacts associated with the new Walmart
Supercenter and the closure of the existing Walmart store,as well as aesthetics, biological resources,
and traffic impacts. Ms.Waligorski prepared several of the EIR topical sections, including Aesthetics,Air
Quality,Cultural Resources,Geology and Soils, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Land Use,Alternatives,
and Public Services and Utilities.
Patterson Plaza EIR, CE1 Engineering Associates,Inc., City of Patterson, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an EIR for a 180,000-square-foot retail center on 16.75
acres in the City of Patterson.The proposed retail center would be anchored by a 160,000-square-foot
Walmart store that would sell general merchandise and groceries and operate 24 hours a day. Ms.
Waligorski prepared several of the EIR topical sections, including Aesthetics, Land Use, Public Services
and Utilities,and Effects Found Not to be Significant.
Rohnert Park Walmart EIR, City of Rohnert Park, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in preparing an EIR for the City of Rohnert Park that evaluated the expansion
and alteration of the existing Walmart store.The project proposed to add approximately 35,226 square
feet of building area to the existing 151,532-square-foot store and upgrade these facilities to retail
groceries and operate 24 hours a day. Ms.Waligorski prepared several Draft EIR topical sections,
including Aesthetics,Geology and Soils, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Hydrology, Land Use,and
Public Services and Utilities.
Medical Facility Projects
Kaiser Dublin Medical Center, City of Dublin, CA
Ms.Waligorski is managing the preparation of an EIR for Kaiser Dublin Medical Center,which proposes
to develop an approximately 1.2-million-square-foot medical center on 58 acres in eastern Dublin.The
proposed medical center includes the 950,000-square-foot medical campus and a 250,000-square-foot
commercial development component.The project is expected to be constructed in three phases over 24
years.The EIR will address the environmental impacts associated with maximum potential development
to ensure all future development options have been adequately addressed pursuant to CEQA.The EIR
will also provide updated transportation analyses compliant with forthcoming CEQA amendments
resulting from SB 743.
Mixed Use Projects
East Pleasanton Specific Plan Draft EIR, City of Pleasanton, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of a Draft EIR for the East Pleasanton Specific Plan,which
consisted of 1,750 residential units and 1.6 million square feet of commercial and industrial uses,with
additional conservation of significant open space uses. Ms.Waligorski provided document writing and
editing services and managed the project team and client interactions.
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Napa Pipe Initial Study/Addendum, City of Napa, CA
Ms.Waligorski prepared an Addendum to the Napa Pipe EIR for the City of Napa,analyzing the City's
proposal to eventually adjust the urban growth limit and annex the Napa Pipe site,which is planned for
the development of up to 945 residential units, 150 senior housing units,a 150-unit hotel and
approximately 385,000 square feet of non-residential uses,as well as parks,open space,and a fire
station.The Addendum was prepared pursuant to Section 15063(c)(7)and 15164 of the CEQA
Guidelines to determine whether additional environmental review was required to support the City's
actions required to annex the site. It was concluded that that the Napa Pipe EIR adequately covered the
City's proposed actions and no additional environmental documentation was required.
Bell Village, Town of Windsor, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an IS/MND for a mixed use project consisting of 77,000
square feet of commercial space and 403 condominiums located in the Town of Windsor,California.The
objective of the project was to develop a parcel formally used as a mobile home park into a mixed-use
center that would complement the existing mixed uses located in downtown Windsor while minimizing
impacts to the surrounding area,with special attention paid to traffic and transportation impacts.
Enchanted Resorts EIR, City of Calistoga, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an EIR for the Enchanted Resorts Project in Calistoga,
California.The project consisted of the development of a mix of residential and resort uses on the
project site as well as associated onsite and offsite infrastructure improvements. Ms.Waligorski
prepared several EIR topical sections, including Cumulative Impacts, Land Use,Alternatives,and Growth-
Inducing Impacts.
ndusthfaD Projects
Chapin Concrete Batch Plant IS and EIR,Merced County, CA
Ms.Waligorski prepared the IS and EIR for a concrete batch plant project in Merced County.The
objective of the project was to establish a concrete batch plant with the production capacity of 300
cubic yards of concrete per day. Specific project constraints included impacts associated with heavy load
trucks and advanced roadway wear, hazardous air quality contaminants that are a byproduct of mixing
activities,and noise impacts associated with facility operations.
A.V. Thomas Produce Expansion IS/MND,Merced County, CA
Ms.Waligorski prepared the IS/MND for an industrial storage expansion project in Merced County.The
objective of the project was to expand the existing Sweet Potato Processing and Storage Facility to
establish 84,000 square feet of new warehouse facilities in the form of three pre-fabricated metal
storage structures,as well as increase storage capacity for approximately 18,000 tons of sweet potatoes.
The project intended to reduce truck trips by providing greater on-site capacity and reducing the need
for off-site storage rental.Specific project constraints included the close proximity to sensitive receptors
and the existing Swenson Lateral Canal and noise impacts associated with 14 roof-mounted evaporative
coolers.
Materials Recovery Facility Relocation Assessment, El Dorado County, CA
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Ms.Waligorski conducted environmental and GIS analysis supporting the preparation of technical
studies for the proposed relocation of the El Dorado Materials Recovery Facility(MRF)from its existing
location on Throwita Way Drive to a vacant, industrially zoned site.The proposed project consisted of
two major actions:the demolition of the existing MRF and the construction/operation of the proposed
new MRF. Ms.Waligorski specifically assisted in the relocation parcel selection process using GIS.
Materials Recovery Facility Renovation IS/MND,El Dorado County, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the completion of an IS/MND inclusive of biological,cultural, noise,and traffic
studies for the Materials Recovery Facility Renovation Project. Ms.Waligorski also prepared the Special
Use Permit Applications on behalf of the client.The proposed project consisted of the partial demolition
of the existing Materials Recovery Facility,renovation of remaining building space,and construction of
two new buildings capable of appropriately housing waste collection,sorting,and transfer activities.
Mid Valley Agricultural Services IS/MND,Merced County, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the provision of CEQA compliance services to the County of Merced for the
Mid Valley Agricultural Services project.The project included the preparation of an IS/MND that
described and analyzed the potential environmental impacts of the proposed project's agricultural
chemical retail,wholesale,and distribution facility.The project consisted of the construction of a
19,300-square-foot sales,storage,and distribution facility on a 15.5-acre parcel zoned as General
Agriculture.
Foster Farms Ewing Poultry Ranch IS/MND,Merced County, C4
Ms.Waligorski managed the provision of CEQA compliance services to the County of Merced for the
Foster Farms Ewing Poultry Ranch Project.The project included the preparation of an IS/MND that
described and analyzed the environmental impacts associated with the proposed project's poultry ranch
operation. Ms.Waligorski successfully managed the preparation of the document, including team
management,document creation,and editing.
Residential Projects
Ruschin Drive IS/MND, City of Newark, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an IS/MND for the demolition of an existing 33,000-square-
foot elementary school facility, mobile home,and related infrastructure,and development of 85 single-
family residences.The 10.1-acre project site was located at 36120 Ruschin Drive in the City of Newark, in
Alameda County. Surrounding land uses consisted of single-family residences to the north,east,and
west,with Ruschin Drive to the south.The proposed three-or four-bedroom residences ranged from
1,793 to 2,322 square feet with a resulting density or 8.4 dwelling units per acre.Concerns addressed by
the IS/MND included consistency with the surrounding neighborhood and increases in total daily traffic
trips. Ms.Waligorski acted as Project Manager,overseeing document preparation and client/applicant
interactions.
Vintage Addendum, City of Pleasanton, CA
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Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an Addendum to the City of Pleasanton's General Plan
Supplemental EIR.The Supplemental EIR considered impacts that were likely to result from
implementation of the policies and programs contained within the updated Housing Element and
Climate Action Plan. FCS provided CEQA analysis and support as sites designated for residential
development in the Housing Plan were developed.The Vintage residential project consisted of 345
residential units and 38,781 square feet of commercial retail space.
Anton Hacienda Addendum, City of Pleasanton, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an Addendum to the City of Pleasanton's General Plan
Supplemental EIR.The Supplemental EIR considered the impacts that were likely to result from
implementation of the policies and programs contained within the updated Housing Element and
Climate Action Plan. FCS provided CEQA analysis and support as sites designated for residential
development in the Housing Plan were developed.
Commons at Gateway Addendum, City of Pleasanton, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an Addendum to the City of Pleasanton's General Plan
Supplemental EIR.The Supplemental EIR considered the impacts that were likely to result from
implementation of the policies and programs contained within the updated Housing Element and
Climate Action Plan. FCS provided CEQA analysis and support as sites designated for residential
development in the Housing Plan were developed.
Summer Hill Homes Addendum, City of Pleasanton, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an Addendum to the City of Pleasanton's General Plan
Supplemental EIR.The Supplemental EIR considered the impacts that were likely to result from
implementation of the policies and programs contained within the updated Housing Element and
Climate Action Plan. FCS provided CEQA analysis and support as sites designated for residential
development in the Housing Plan were developed.
Tra Vigne EIR,Madera County, CA
Ms.Waligorski is the acting Project Manager overseeing the preparation of the Tra Vigne EIR.The
proposed project consists of 432 residential lots and 17 commercial and office outlots,a recreation
center, parks,various detention and retention ponds, and an onsite wastewater treatment plant to be
located in eastern Madera County,adjacent to the San Joaquin River. Issues of concern include the
provision of potable water,groundwater sustainability,biological impacts, proximity to the San Joaquin
River,and use of riparian water rights.
Tassajara Parks EIR, Contra Costa County, CA
Ms.Waligorski is currently managing the preparation of a Draft EIR for the Tassajara Parks Project
located in the Tassajara Valley area of Contra Costa County, outside the County's urban growth limit.
The project site consists of two separate parcels:the 155-acre northern site to be developed with 125
single family residences,a walking trail,and trail staging area;and the 616-acre southern site,the
majority of which would be dedicated to the East Bay Regional Parks District for permanent open space
uses,with two 5-acre parcels dedicated to the San Ramon Valley Unified School District and San Ramon
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impacts,and growth inducement. Ms.Waligorski currently manages client interactions and provides
document editing and general project and team management.
Indianola IS/MND, City of Sanger, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an IS/MND for the Indianola Subdivision Project,which
consisted of 312 single-family residences located adjacent to the City of Sanger's Sphere of Influence
(SOI)in unincorporated Fresno County,California.The 78.34-acre project site,located between E.
Annadale Avenue and E. North Avenue,also included three tot lots,a network of paseos,and a 2.30-
acre dual-use basin.Analyses included an assessment of the conversion of farmland using the California
Department of Conservation's Land and Evaluation Site Assessment(LESA) Model,consideration of
traffic impacts to both city and county facilities,and development and dedication of a new City-owned
groundwater well.
Richmond Riviera Addendum, City of Richmond, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an IS/Addendum to the Westshore Marina Condominium
EIR for the development of 59 single-family detached homes on 4.92 acres at the southern edge of the
City of Richmond.The project analyzed in the IS/Addendum represented a decrease in residential units
as compared to the original EIR.The IS/Addendum focused on changes in the existing setting and
regulatory environment,including updated air quality and greenhouse gas thresholds and potential
aesthetic impacts to views of the San Francisco Bay and newly adjacent National Park Service Visitor
Center. Ms.Waligorski oversaw document preparation, compilation,and delivery.
Mangini IS/MND, City of Brentwood, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an IS/MND for the development of 36 single-family
residences on 9.84 acres at the southeast corner of O'Hara Lane and Smith Road in the City of
Brentwood,California.The 4-to-6-bedroom residences ranged from 2,925 to 4,504 square feet on lots
ranging from 8,000 to 10,000 square feet.The project provided primary vehicular access through the
extension of Big Basin Drive,westward to the current terminus of O'Hara Lane along the northern
boundary of the project site. Ms.Waligorski acted as Project Manager,overseeing document
preparation and interacting with the client.
Turkey Creek Estates Initial Study, City of Lincoln, CA
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an IS for the development of 393 residential lots,three
parks,and 15 open space areas on 251 acres within the City of Lincoln's Village 1 Specific Plan Area.The
project site was separated into three distinct villages or neighborhoods and is expected to be developed
in multiple phases.The IS demonstrated that the project was in conformity with the Village 1 Specific
Plan and,therefore,the project was exempt from further CEQA review,pursuant to Section 15182 of
the CEQA Guidelines.A full CEQA Checklist analysis was provided, including an assessment of impacts to
tree canopy, biological resources,and cultural resources. Ms.Waligorski guided general document
preparation and oversaw team management.
Hawthorne Mills EIR/EIS, City of Fairfield,CA
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Ms.Waligorski assisted in preparing a joint EIR/EIS for the Hawthorne Mill Project for the City of Fairfield
and the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers(USACE).The 412-acre Hawthorne Mill site included a 273.4-acre
habitat conservation area,mixed residential and commercial development involving the construction of
673 homes,plus land for future multi-family and commercial development on 143 acres.A portion of
the project site contained wetlands under USACE jurisdiction thereby requiring the preparation of a joint
EIR/EIS. Ms.Waligorski assisted periodically in graphics preparation and GIS analysis regarding wetland
locations.
1509 El Camino Real Condominiums IS/MND,City of Burlingame, C4
Ms.Waligorski assisted in the preparation of an IS/MND for a residential project consisting of a new 10-
unit condominium complex with at-grade parking and two levels of residential development.The
property was previously developed with 11 apartment units in three separate buildings, all of which are
slated for demolition.The requested approvals included a merger of the two lots and rezoning of the
smaller parcel. Key aspects of the CEQA analysis included impacts on aesthetic resources,air quality,
biological resources(resulting from the project's proximity to Mill Creek),cultural resources,land use,
and public utilities.
Avalon Walnut Creek—Block C Environmental Checklist, Contra Costa County, CA
Ms.Waligorski prepared an Environmental Checklist to analyze and document the potential
environmental impacts associated with the Avalon Walnut Creek—Block C project in relation to the
prior environmental review conducted for the site, including the 1998 Pleasant Hill BART Station Specific
Plan EIR,2002 IS/MND,and 2005 Addendum to the IS/MND.The analysis concluded that the project,
consisting of a four to six story multi-family residential building containing 200 for-rent units,was
consistent with previously completed environmental documentation and applicable mitigation measures
and none of the events set forth in PRC Section 21166 occurred requiring preparation of a new
subsequent or supplemental EIR or MND.
LocaD Government Projects
Alameda Fire Station IS/MND, City of Alameda, C4
Ms.Waligorski assisted in preparing an IS/MND for the City of Alameda's relocation of the existing
Alameda Fire Station#3 to a new site.The project proposed to construct a new fire station and separate
emergency operations center on a site previously used as a railroad right-of-way and located adjacent to
existing residences.The IS/MND focused on potential noise and traffic impacts.
General Plan Housing Element Elf?, City of Napa, C4
Ms.Waligorski managed the preparation of an EIR for the City of Napa's General Plan Housing Element
Update.The updated Housing Element did not propose any new housing sites or changes to land use
designations or development standards. Nonetheless,the EIR considered potential impacts to air
quality,greenhouse gas emissions,population, noise,and transportation facilities that could occur as a
result of full buildout of the identified existing housing sites.A single significant unavoidable
transportation impact was identified as a result of the impacted facility's location in a separate
jurisdiction.
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William J. Carrol Government Center IS/MND,Solano County, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in preparing an IS/MND for the William J.Carroll Government Center in
Vacaville,California.The project proposed to construct a 35,000-square-foot,two-story public health
facility and clinic and associated site improvements.Site improvements included an approximately 175-
space parking lot,public plaza(s),public art space,a bus stop,and the relocation and improvement of up
to two easements that link the City-owned parcel to the north of E. Monte Vista Avenue.The project
was designed with the intent of being architecturally connected with the City's proposed facility through
the use of a plaza, public open spaces,and common materials. Issue areas addressed in the IS/MND
included air quality, biological resources,cultural resources,noise,and traffic.
Arden Arcade Incorporation EIR,Sacramento LAFCo, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in preparing the EIR for proposed incorporation of the community of Arden-
Arcade in Sacramento County.The project proposed to establish a new city and sphere of influence.The
proposed Arden-Arcade incorporation area would consist of the new city limits and sphere of influence
and is comprised of approximately 13,000 acres,or 21 square miles,of land located in the northern-
central portion of Sacramento County.
Elk Grove Sphere of Influence Amendment EIR,Sacramento LAFCo, CA
Ms.Waligorski assisted in preparing an EIR for the Sphere of Influence Amendment for the City of Elk
Grove in Sacramento County.The project proposed to amend the City of Elk Grove's Sphere of Influence
boundaries to include an additional 7,869 acres.Ms.Waligorski completed the Land Use, Noise,
Population and Housing,and Transportation sections of the EIR and provided general project
management assistance.
Morgan Hill Southeast Quadrant General Plan Update EIR, City of Morgan Hill, CA
Ms.Waligorski was the Assistant Project Manager for the preparation of a programmatic/project level
EIR for the Morgan Hill Southeast Quadrant General Plan Amendment, including the establishment of a
Sports-Recreation-Leisure(SRL)zone,agricultural and open space lands zoning,five programmatic level
projects,and a single project-level private high school.
Publications
Maps included in the article"Social Organization and Social Status in Nineteenth and Twentieth Century
Rukwa Tanzania"by Tony Waters.African Studies Quarterly.Volume 11, Issue 1, Fall 2009.
Maps and graphics included in Shasta Valley Groundwater Assessment by Michael Ward and Noel Eaves.
California Department of Water Resources.
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OVERVIEW
• 11 years'experience
Education
• Bachelor's Degree, Environmental Sciences, University of California, Riverside,2004
Grant Gruber holds expertise in the economic and public policy aspects of planning. His work experience
includes the preparation of Environmental Impact Reports(EIRs), Mitigated Negative Declarations
(MNDs), Initial Studies(ISs),and Environmental Assessments(EAs). Mr.Gruber has worked on variety of
projects, including programmatic land use plans,large scale retail projects, mixed-use projects,and
public infrastructure projects. Mr.Gruber's areas of emphasis include land use,agricultural resources,
aesthetic and visual analysis,traffic and circulation, public services and utilities,hazards,and urban
decay.
RELATED EXPERIENCE AND CLIENT SUMMARY
Commercial Projects
Chico Walmart Expansion E1R, Butte County, CA
Mr.Gruber is the principal preparer of an EIR evaluating a proposed 66,500-square-foot expansion of an
existing 131,302-square-foot Walmart store in the City of Chico.The store expansion would involve the
addition of a full-service grocery component and expanding store operations to 24-hours a day, 7 days a
week.Additionally,the project includes the development of an 8-pump gas station and up 52,000
square feet of commercial uses on two outparcels. Issues of concern include air quality,noise,and
traffic.The project is ongoing.
Foxglove Shopping Center Project E1R, Madera County, CA
Mr.Gruber managed the preparation of an EIR analyzing a proposed 190,000-square-foot shopping
center in the northern portion of the City of Madera.The shopping center would be anchored by an
84,000-square-foot, 24-hour grocery store and would feature smaller inline and freestanding
restaurants and retail stores. Issues of concern included air quality,transportation, and urban decay
impacts from the closure of competing businesses.The Madera Planning Commission certified the EIR
and approved the project in February 2013. Following this action,the project was appealed to the City
Council,which denied the appeal and upheld the project in April 2013.
Lemoore Walmart Project EIR, City of Lemoore, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR evaluating a proposed 197,000-square-foot Walmart
store and 2,500-square-foot fast food restaurant in the City of Lemoore,California. Issues of concern
included land use compatibility with Naval Air Station Lemoore,air quality, public services,and traffic.
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Fresno North Walmart Expansion EIR, Fresno County, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR evaluating a proposed 36,000-square-foot expansion of
an existing 160,000-square-foot Walmart store in the northern portion of the City of Fresno.The store
expansion would add a full-service grocery component and expand store operations to 24-hours a day,7
days a week. Issues of concern included air quality,noise, and traffic.The EIR was certified and the
project was approved in October 2012.
Kerman Walmart EIR,city of Kerman, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR evaluating a proposed 184,000-square-foot retail center
in the City of Kerman.The center would be anchored by a 160,000-square-foot Walmart and feature
24,000 square feet of smaller retail and restaurant uses. Issues of concern included agricultural
resources,air quality, hydrology and water quality,noise, public services,and water supply.The Kerman
Planning Commission recommended the certification of the EIR and approval of the project in January
2011.The project received final approval from the Kerman City Council in April 2011.
Del Rio Commercial Area Specific Plan EIR, City of Atascadero, CA
Mr.Gruber served as project manager and principal preparer of an EIR that evaluated a specific plan
encompassing approximately 39 acres in Atascadero.The Specific Plan seeks to guide the development
of two projects with a total development potential of 260,000 square feet and 50 dwelling units.One of
the developments would be anchored by a 129,000-square-foot Walmart and would feature two outlots
totaling 10,000 square feet.The other would feature smaller retail and restaurant uses,with a total
development potential of 120,900 square feet.The Specific Plan required a General Plan Amendment.
Issues of concern included cultural resources,hydrology and water quality, noise,traffic,and urban
decay.The Atascadero City Council certified the EIR and approved the project in June 2012.
Oroville Walmart Project EIR, Butte County, CA
Mr.Gruber was the project manager of an EIR that analyzed the development of a proposed 200,000-
square-foot Walmart on 20 acres in Oroville.As part of the project,an existing,smaller Walmart store in
Oroville would close. Issues of concern included biological resources,hydrology and water quality,
traffic,and urban decay.The Oroville City Council certified the EIR and approved the project in
December 2010. Following project approval,a local activist organization filed suit against the EIR.A
Butte County Trial Court upheld the adequacy of the EIR in December 2011;however,an Appellate
Court determined that additional review of greenhouse gas emissions was required in 2013.A Partially
Recirculated EIR was released in May 2014 and certified in August 2014;the project was re-approved in
August 2014.
Los Banos Walmart Expansion EIR,City of Los Banos, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR for the proposed expansion of the existing Los Banos
Walmart store and the associated development of three commercial retail outlets.The existing 109,000-
square-foot Walmart would be expanded by maximum of 69,300 square feet and be upgraded to a
Supercenter that would operate 24 hours a day and retail groceries and general merchandise.The three
commercial retail outlots would total 69,900 square feet and would be developed on the west side of
the Walmart parking lot. Issues of concern included aesthetics,agricultural resources,traffic,and urban
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decay.The Los Banos Planning Commission certified the EIR and approved the project in October 2010.
The project was completed in 2014.
Rohnert Park Walmart Expansion EIR, City of Rohnert Park, CA
Mr.Gruber managed the preparation of an EIR analyzing the proposed expansion of an existing Walmart
store in Rohnert Park,which would include an upgrade to Supercenter status.The existing 131,000-
square-foot Walmart would be expanded to 171,000 square feet.As part of the expansion,the store
would retail groceries and operate 24 hours a day. Issues of concern included noise,traffic,and
potential urban decay impacts from the closure of competing businesses.The Rohnert Park City Council
certified the EIR and approved the project in July 2010.After a lawsuit was filed,a Partially Recirculated
EIR was released in January 2014 and certified in January 2015;the project was also re-approved in
January 2015.
Sonora Walmart Expansion Project EIR, City of Sonora, CA
Mr. Gruber was the project manager of an EIR that evaluated the proposed expansion of an existing
Walmart store in Sonora.The existing 130,000-square-foot Walmart would be expanded to 157,000
square feet and would be upgraded to operate 24 hours a day and retail groceries. Issues of concern
included noise and potential urban decay impacts from the closure of competing businesses.The Sonora
Planning Commission certified the EIR and approved the project in June 2010, and the project received
final approval from the Sonora City Council in October 2010.A lawsuit was filed against the project and
the California Supreme Court ultimately upheld the project approvals in August 2014.
Patterson Plaza Ell, City of Patterson, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR analyzing the proposed development of a 178,000-
square-foot retail center that would be anchored by a Walmart store on 16.75 acres in the City of
Patterson.The Walmart store would total 158,000 square feet and would be surrounded by three
commercial retail outlots with a development potential of 20,000 square feet. Issues of concern
included air quality,noise,traffic, and urban decay.The Patterson City Council certified the EIR and
approved the project in 2010.The project was completed in 2013.
Justin-Siena High School Master Plan Ell, City of Napa, CA
Mr.Gruber is the principal preparer of an EIR for a proposed Master Plan that seeks to guide future
development and land use activities within the Justin Siena High School campus in the City of Napa.The
Master Plan encompasses the entire 40-acre campus and includes capital improvements to school
facilities within the core of the campus,as well as the potential development of a 143,000-square-foot
Lowe's retail store on approximately 9.5 acres of the campus. Issues of concern include aesthetics,light
and glare, noise, public services,traffic,and urban decay.The project is ongoing.
Sonora Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse/Old Wards Ferry Road Realignment Project EIR, City of
Sonora, CA
Mr.Gruber was the project manager of an EIR analyzing the development of a 138,900-square-foot
Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse and the associated realignment of Old Wards Ferry Road.The
City of Sonora had previously analyzed the store and the road realignment in separate MNDs. In 2007,
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the Court of Appeal de-certified the Lowe's MND on the grounds that it failed to evaluate the road
realignment,which it determined to be part of the project,and ordered the City to prepare a new CEQA
document that evaluated both components. Hence, FCS was retained to prepare an EIR to evaluate both
the Lowe's store and the road realignment.The Sonora City Council certified the EIR in May 2009 and
approved the project in June 2009.The Lowe's store and road realignment projects were completed in
2010.
Santa Rosa Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse Project EIR, City of Santa Rosa, G4
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR analyzing the development of a 155,000-square-foot
Lowe's and 9,000 square feet of smaller retail uses in Santa Rosa.The 11.77-acre project site contained
several trucking and vehicle repair businesses that would be removed as part of the development of the
proposed project. Issues of concern included air quality and noise impacts on a nearby mobile home
park,traffic,and potential urban decay impacts from the closure of competing businesses.The Santa
Rosa City Council certified the EIR in May 2009.
Milpitas Walmart Project EIR, City of Milpitas, CA
Mr. Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR analyzing the proposed expansion of an existing
Walmart store in Milpitas,which would include an upgrade to Supercenter status.The existing 131,000-
square-foot Walmart would be expanded to 150,000 square feet. Issues of concern included land use
compatibility,transportation,and potential urban decay impacts from the closure of competing
businesses.The Draft EIR was released in November 2009 and the Final EIR was released in February
2010.The Milpitas Planning Commission certified the EIR and approved the project in March 2010 and
the project received final approval from the Milpitas City Council in April 2011.The project was
completed in 2015.
Del Norte County Walmart Project EIR,Del Norte County, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR for the proposed 87,000-square-foot expansion of an
existing 77,000-square-foot Walmart store in unincorporated Del Norte County.As part of the project,
the store's existing parking lot would be expanded and its storm drainage system would be upgraded to
accommodate additional runoff. Issues of concern included biological resources,water quality,and
urban decay.The Del Norte Board of Supervisors certified the EIR and approved the project in August
2008. Following approval,a local activist organization filed suit against the EIR and approvals.A Del
Norte County trial court upheld the adequacy of the EIR and approvals in 2009.The project was
completed in 2012.
North Camino Ramon Specific Plan and EIR, City of San Ramon,CA
Mr.Gruber managed the preparation of the Specific Plan EIR and associated environmental review for
the North Camino Ramon Specific Plan.The specific plan boundaries encompass approximately 250
acres of existing developed commercial and industrial land uses in the northern portion of San Ramon.
The intent of the specific plan is to guide the logical and orderly transition of these properties to higher
and better uses, including large-floor plate retail,high-density residential,and mixed-uses.Additionally,
the specific plan addresses the need for public plazas and open space,centralized parking facilities,and
public transit, bicycle,and pedestrian amenities. Issues of concern included air quality, noise, public
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services,and transportation.The San Ramon City Council certified the EIR and adopted the Specific Plan
in July 2012.
Commons at Madera Fair Project EIR, Madera County, CA
Mr. Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR for a proposed 306,500-square-foot commercial retail
center in Madera,California.The project is located on 35 acres of the Madera District Fair and would be
anchored by a 172,000-square-foot Lowe's Home Improvement store.The project approvals included
annexing the fairgrounds site into the City of Madera. Issues of concern included air quality,noise,
traffic congestion, utility improvements,and water supply.The Madera City Council certified the EIR and
approved the project in August 2007.The project was completed in 2008.
Walters Road West Project Ell?,Suisun City, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR for this 227,000-square-foot commercial retail project
located on 20 acres in the eastern portion of Suisun City,at the intersection of SR 12 and Walters Road.
The project would be anchored by a 215,000-square-foot Walmart store and would include an 8,000-
square-foot sit-down restaurant and a 12-pump gas station with a 4,000-square-foot convenience store.
Issues of concern included airport land-use compatibility,traffic,and urban decay.The Suisun City
Council certified the EIR and approved the project in February 2008. Following approval,a local activist
organization filed suit against the EIR and approvals.A Solano County trial court upheld the adequacy of
the EIR and approvals in 2008 and an appellate court did the same in 2010.The project was completed
in 2015.
Cabrillo Corners Office/Retail Project El!, City of Half Moon Bay, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR for this proposed 100,000-square-foot office and retail
development in the City of Half Moon Bay.The project is located on 5 acres adjacent to the intersection
of SR-1 and SR-92. Issues of concern included aesthetics, air quality, noise,and traffic,as well as impacts
on Pilarcitos Creek and its associated species (the California red-legged frog and the San Francisco garter
snake).
Residenfiai/Mixed-Use Projects
Warm Springs/South Fremont Community Plan EIR, City of Fremont, CA
Mr.Gruber was the project manager of the EIR for this 879-acre community plan in the Warm Springs
district of Fremont.The Community Plan envisioned developing as many as 4,000 high-density dwelling
units, 11 million square feet of nonresidential uses,and associated bicycle/pedestrian/transit facilities
over a two-decade period around the future Warm Springs/South Fremont BART Station. Issues of
concern included air quality, noise, public services,and transportation.The Fremont City Council
certified the EIR and adopted the Community Plan in July 2014.
Sunset Crossing/Catalina Crossing EIR, City of Livermore, CA
Mr. Gruber was the project manager of the EIR for two separate residential development proposals in
the City of Livermore.Sunset Crossing proposed to redevelop a 1970s-era office property with 87
dwelling units,while Catalina Crossing proposed to redevelop another 1970s-era office property with 31
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dwelling units. Issues of concern included aesthetics, land use, noise, public services,and transportation.
The Livermore City Council certified the EIR and approved the Catalina Crossing Project in July 2014.
Livermore Trails Specific Plan Environmental Study, City of Livermore, CA
Mr.Gruber contributed to a document that examined the environmental effects of Pardee Homes'
proposed Livermore Trails Specific Plan.The Specific Plan encompassed approximately 1,400 acres and
included federally protected critical habitat and wetlands,as well as substantial topographic features.
The environmental document analyzed the proposed development of more than 2,400 dwelling units,a
130-acre Sports Park,two school sites, neighborhood commercial uses,a 200-acre environmental
preserve,and a public trail system on the project site.The document also analyzed the Specific Plan's
proposed General Plan Amendment,which included an adjustment to the City of Livermore's Urban
Growth Boundary.
Selma Crossings EIR, City of Selma, CA
Mr.Gruber was the project manager and principal preparer of an EIR that evaluated a multi-phase,3.1-
million-square-foot commercial and residential project in the City of Selma.The project consisted of
three phases: Northeast(1 million square feet of commercial retail uses on 83 acres), South(1.2 million
square feet of retail, entertainment,office,and automall uses on 102 acres)and Northwest(875,000
square feet of retail and residential uses on 76 acres).A major issue associated with the project was
identifying the timing of improvements to the State Route 99/Mountain View Avenue interchange.
Issues of concern included agricultural resources,air quality, public services and utilities,and
transportation.The Selma City Council certified the EIR and approved the project in August 2013.
Preston Property Presidential Project EIR, City of Milpitas, C4
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of the EIR for this 220-unit residential project in the City of
Milpitas.The project site is a 15-acre infill site in the central portion of the City that is currently occupied
by light industrial uses. Issues of concern included hydrology and water quality, land use,and
transportation.The Final EIR was released in October 2013.
The Trails of Manteca Project EIR,City of Manteca,CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of the EIR for this 1,650-unit residential project.The project site
encompasses 477 acres in the southwest portion of the City and is bisected by a dry-levee. Under the
proposed project,the area north of the levee would support residential development,while the area
south of the levee would be retained as agricultural open space. Issues of concern included agricultural
resources, biological resources,land use,and transportation.The Draft EIR was released in October
2010 and the Final EIR was released in January 2011.The Manteca City Council certified the EIR and
approved the project in February 2011.
San Ramon City Center Project Subsequent EIR, City of San Ramon, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of the Subsequent EIR for a 2.1-million-square-foot mixed-use
infill project.The project is located on 44 acres at the intersection of Bollinger Canyon Road and Camino
Ramon and included 487 residential units,a 165-room hotel,635,000 square feet of commercial retail,
670,000 square feet of office space, 110,000 square feet of civic uses associated with a new City Hall,
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and nine parking structures with more than 6,600 spaces.The Subsequent EIR tiered off the previously-
certified City of San Ramon General Plan EIR and the City Civic Center EIR. Issues of concern included
aesthetics,air quality, land use, noise,traffic congestion,parking supply,and water supply.The San
Ramon City Council certified the SEIR in December 2007.
El Centro Residential Subdivision EIRs, City of El Centro, CA
Mr. Gruber prepared the Agriculture Resources and Public Services and Utilities sections for two
separate residential subdivision projects totaling 614 dwelling units.The Agriculture Resources analysis
employed the Land Evaluation and Site Assessment(LESA) Model to evaluate the significance of
converting more than 100 acres of farmland to non-agricultural use.The Public Services and Utilities
analysis evaluated project impacts on police protection,fire protection,schools, parks, potable water,
wastewater,and energy.
Apartment Complex EIRs, City of Fontana, CA
Mr. Gruber managed and prepared the EIRs for three proposed apartment complexes in North Fontana.
The three projects were the subject of vociferous local opposition and required additional coordination
with the City of Fontana,the applicants, and subconsultants to address the concerns raised by various
parties. Relevant environmental issues included air quality,geology,land use, mineral resources, noise,
public services and utilities,and traffic and circulation.
Fagan Canyon Speck Plan EIR, City of Santa Paula, CA
Mr.Gruber analyzed various environmental aspects of a proposed 2,500-unit subdivision that included
25,000 square feet of commercial retail,59.8 acres of parks,two elementary school sites, major off-site
utility improvements,and a public trail system in central Ventura County.The project was the subject of
organized local opposition as well as close scrutiny by numerous agencies.Accordingly,document
preparation was subject to dramatic revisions with little to no notice.The environmental issues
discussed in the EIR included air quality,aesthetics, biological resources, cultural resources,geology,
hazardous materials, land use and planning, noise,public services and utilities, public safety and risk of
upset,transportation, circulation, and water resources.The Santa Paula City Council certified the EIR in
December 2005.
General Plan Environmental impact Reports
Mill Valley 2040 General Plan EIR, City of Mill Valley, CA
Mr.Gruber managed the preparation of the Mill Valley 2040 General Plan EIR,which evaluated the
comprehensive update of the City of Mill Valley's General Plan(last updated in 1989).The 2040 General
Plan largely maintained the land use pattern set forth in the 1989 General Plan but amended several
policies to allow lower levels of service in the downtown area and included greenhouse gas reduction
measures.The 2040 General Plan also included a Climate Action Element that serves as the city's
Climate Action Plan. From start to finish,the entire EIR process was completed in less than 6 months.
The Mill Valley City Council certified the EIR and adopted the 2040 General Plan in October 2013.
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Yolanda Avenue General Plan Amendment Supplemental Ell?, City of Santa Rosa, CA
Mr. Gruber was the principal preparer of the Supplemental EIR that programmatically analyzed a
General Plan Amendment involving the re-designations of several sites within the City of Santa Rosa.
The intent of the General Plan Amendment re-designations was to create a development-ready
commercial site along the Santa Rosa Avenue corridor and transfer the existing Medium Density
Residential land use designation(and associated dwelling unit potential)to other sites better suited for
residential uses.The Santa Rosa City Council certified the EIR and approved the General Plan
Amendment in September 2012.
City of San Ramon General Plan 2030 and EIR, City of San Ramon, CA
Mr.Gruber provided technical assistance in the preparation of the General Plan Elements that included
aesthetics and visual resources,agricultural resources,air quality, biological resources,cultural
resources, mineral resources,noise,public safety,transportation,and water resources and supply.The
General Plan 2030 EIR was certified by the San Ramon City Council in July 2010.
Monterey County General Plan Update EIR,Monterey County, CA
Mr.Gruber was the assistant project manager and principal preparer of a Program EIR analyzing the
2006 General Plan Update for the County of Monterey.The General Plan planning area encompassed
the entire unincorporated area of the 3,771-square-mile County and serves a blueprint for future
growth in this area.The Program EIR analyzed the land use concepts and policies established in the
General Plan Update that pertained to urban growth areas,rural areas,agriculture,transportation,air
quality, noise, public safety, public services and utilities, open space, parks and trails,and other related
areas. In addition to the preparation of the EIR, Mr.Gruber advised County staff on revisions to General
Plan Update policies so as to better mitigate potential environmental impacts that would occur as a
result of General Plan buildout.The Monterey County Board of Supervisors certified the EIR in January
2007.
Resort/Visitor-Serving Commercial Projects
Eagle Ranch Specffic Plan EIR, City of Atascadero, CA
Mr.Gruber is currently the project manager and principal preparer of an EIR that will evaluate proposed
resort,residential, recreational,and open space uses on approximately 3,547 acres in the City of
Atascadero.The proposed project requires several land use approvals,including a General Plan
Amendment,the adoption of a Specific Plan,and annexation of a portion of the project site into the City
of Atascadero. Issues of concern include biological resources,cultural resources,wildland fires, public
services,and water supply.The project is ongoing.
Enchanted Resorts Project EIR, City of Calistoga,CA
Mr.Gruber served as project manager and principal preparer of an EIR that evaluated a full-service,
destination resort on approximately 88 acres in the City of Calistoga.The resort would contain 143 units,
including hotel units,club residences,and custom residential lots and would be located within a
forested setting overlooking Calistoga.As part of the project,sewer and recycled water pipelines would
be extended to the project site.The proposed project required several land use approvals, including a
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General Plan Amendment,re-zone,vesting tentative map, conditional use permits,and Timber Harvest
Plan/Permit. Issues of concern included aesthetics, biological resources,land use compatibility, public
services,and traffic.The Calistoga City Council certified the EIR and approved the project in August
2012.
St.Regis Napa Valley EIR, City of Napa, CA
Mr.Gruber served as project manager and principal preparer of an EIR that evaluated a proposed St.
Regis resort on approximately 92 acres in the City of Napa.The resort would contain 245 units and a
25,000-case winery.As part of the project,sewer and recycled water pipelines would be extended to the
project site from the Napa Sanitation District Soscol Water Recycling Facility.The proposed project
required several land use approvals, including a General Plan Amendment,the adoption of a Master
Plan,and annexation into the Napa Sanitation District. Issues of concern included agricultural resources,
airport land use compatibility, cultural resources, hydrology and water quality, noise, public services,
and water supply.The Napa City Council certified the EIR and approved the project in April 2010.
Business Park/ Industrial Projects
Napa Logistics Park Phase 2 EIR,American Canyon, Napa County, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR for a proposed 2.2-million-square-foot project consisting
of warehouse,distribution,e-commerce,and ancillary office/retail uses on 176 net acres in the City of
American Canyon.The project represents the second phase of the Napa Logistics Park,which was
originally entitled in 2010 and subsequently annexed into the City of American Canyon in 2011. Issues of
concern included air quality,geology and soils, hydrology and water quality, land use, noise, public
services,and transportation.The American Canyon City Council certified the EIR and approved the
project in December 2015.
Napa Airport Corporate Center EIR,City of American Canyon, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR for a proposed 580,000-square-foot project consisting of
warehouse and winery warehouse uses on 50 acres in the City of American Canyon.The applicant also
has a separate application on file to replace one of the warehouse buildings with a gas station,
convenience market,and fast food restaurant. Issues of concern include air quality,biological resources,
hydrology and water quality, land use, noise, public services, and transportation.The project is ongoing.
West Patterson Business Park Expansion EIR, City of Patterson, CA
Mr. Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR for this proposed 11.75-million-square-foot project
consisting of business park,general commercial,and light industrial uses on 950 net acres near the City
of Patterson.The project represents the logical expansion and continuation of the land use activities in
the adjacent,fully-entitled West Patterson Business Park.The project site was proposed to be annexed
into the City of Patterson and,therefore,required Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO)
approval. Issues of concern included agricultural resources,air quality, hydrology and water quality, land
use,noise, public services,and transportation.The Patterson City Council certified the EIR and approved
the project in July 2012.
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Creekside Landing Warehouse Addendum, City of Manteca,CA
Mr.Gruber managed the preparation of an Addendum for the Creekside Landing Warehouse,which
consisted of amending prior entitlements that were approved in 2009 for a commercial retail
development on a site in southwest Fremont.The proposed warehouse uses would be approximately
750,000 square feet,whereas the retail center would have been approximately 500,000 square feet.
However,warehouse uses were less intense in terms of trip generation and,therefore,the use of an
Addendum was appropriate under CEQA because impacts would be lessened.The Addendum was
certified in 2012.The project was completed in 2015.
Pacffic Business Center Addendum, City of Manteca, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an Addendum for an industrial project in the City of Manteca.
The project consisted of amending prior entitlements that were approved in 2004 for a light industrial
warehouse development on a site in western Manteca.The net effect of the amendments was to reduce
the amount of developable square footage by 200,000 square feet.The City of Manteca certified the
Addendum and approved the project in December 2012.
Northwest Airport Way Master Plan EIR, City of Manteca, CA
Mr.Gruber was the principal preparer of an EIR for the Northwest Airport Way Master Plan that would
guide the development of industrial and commercial uses on approximately 390 acres in the City of
Manteca.The main component of the master plan was the CenterPoint Intermodal Facility,an
approximately 4-million-square-foot integrated logistics center that would interface with the
neighboring Union Pacific Railroad Lathrop Intermodal Terminal.The area encompassed by the Master
Plan was proposed to be annexed into the City of Manteca and,therefore, required LAFCO approval.
Issues of concern included air quality, biological resources,land use, noise,and transportation.The
Manteca City Council certified the EIR and approved the project in November 2010 and San Joaquin
LAFCO approved the annexation in December 2010.
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OVERVIEW
• Nine(9)Years' Experience
• Primarily responsible for the measurement, analysis, and reporting of noise and air quality
impacts for a variety of projects
Education
• Master of Science,Advanced Environmental and Energy Studies for Architecture, University of East
London at Center for Alternative Technology,Wales, U.K., 2007
• Bachelor of Science, Mathematics, Bob Jones University, Greenville,South Carolina, 1991
Trainings and Certifications
• United States Green Building Council (USGBC), Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
Accredited Professional(LEED-AP)
• TRAFFIX Training, Dowling Associates, Inc.,Oakland,California
• FHWA Traffic Noise Model 2.5 and Traffic Noise Fundamentals Training Course, Bowlby &
Associates, Inc., Franklin,Tennessee
• Principles of Ecological Design, Case Studies in Ecological Design, San Francisco Institute of
Architecture San Francisco,California
Professional Affiliations
• Associate Member, Institute of Noise Control Engineering
• Association of Environmental Professionals(AEP)
Philip Ault,MS, has nine years of experience in noise and air quality environmental impact analysis. He
is primarily responsible for the measurement,analysis and reporting of noise and air quality impacts for
a variety of FCS projects. He is proficient with the use of the FHWA Highway Traffic Noise Prediction
Model(FHWA RD-77-108),SOUND32 noise model, FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM)2.5,and
SoundPLAN 7.4,a 3-D noise mapping computer modeling program. He conducts field noise
measurements with the Larson Davis LxT,720,820 and 824 models and Extech 407780 model sound
level meters in compliance with FWHA, FTA,and HUD standards. Mr.Ault prepares stand-alone noise
and air quality studies as well as studies in compliance with CEQA and NEPA requirements. Mr.Ault has
conducted extensive research in environmental and energy topics, including energy efficient project
design,sizing of wind and solar PV hybrid generator systems,and project greenhouse gas emission
impacts related to global climate change. He has also conducted extensive research into LEED for
Neighborhood Developments,a tool developed by the U.S.Green Building Council as a standard for
sustainable community design and development,and how such tools can blend with CEQA
requirements.
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RELATED EXPERIENCE AND CLIENT SUMMARY
Napa Logistics Park Phase II Project BR for the City of American Canyon,CA
Mr.Ault prepared the construction and operational noise impact analysis supporting the EIR for the
Napa Logistics Park Phase II Project.The project site is located in the City of American Canyon, in Napa
County,California.The project proposed to subdivide 176 acres to facilitate the development of
industrial uses, infrastructure,and wetland preservation areas(Phase II).Total build-out potential was
2,270,640 square feet of warehouse,distribution, E-commerce and accessory retail/office uses.This
square footage was in addition to the 646,000 square feet approved in Phase I of the development.
Fairmont Terrace Park IS/MND Noise Analysis for the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District(HARD), CA
Mr.Ault prepared the construction and operational noise impact analysis for the Fairmont Terrace Park
IS/MND.The noise analysis addressed impacts from stationary noise sources,such as users of the park,
and from project-related mobile noise sources.According to the Master Plan, HARD planned to both
revitalize and expand the existing Fairmont Terrace Neighborhood Park. Based on the approved Master
Plan,the new park was expanded to approximately 4.95 acres,which allowed HARD to offer a broader
range of both passive and active recreational amenities,improve pedestrian circulation,offer higher
quality family gathering areas,and generally transform the park into a more welcoming and pleasing
setting for all age groups.
Apple Campus 2 Project EIR, City of Cupertino, CA
Mr.Ault prepared the noise and vibration impact analysis for the Apple Campus 2 Project EIR.This effort
included the coordination of ambient noise levels measurements and modeling of existing and future
project traffic noise impacts.The construction noise and vibration impacts were found to be significant
and mitigation was recommended to reduce these impacts to a less than significant level.
Trellis Residential Project EIR for the City of Walnut Creek, CA
Mr.Ault prepared the construction and operational noise impact analysis supporting the EIR for the
Trellis Residential Project.The project proposed to construct and operate 71 single-family detached
residences,as well as associated improvements in the southern portion of the City of Walnut Creek.The
project included a series of paseos that traversed the project site and connected residences to common
landscape areas,as well as to offsite locations.As part of the project,the existing community center and
associated structures were demolished. However,the adjacent lice Valley Community Gymnasium and
Tice Valley Neighborhood Park remained in place and the associated existing parking lot was improved
with new landscaping and lighting.
Napa Housing Element Update EIR for the City of Napa, CA
Mr.Ault prepared the noise impact analysis focusing on potential construction and traffic noise impacts
associated with buildout anticipated under the proposed Napa Housing Element Update.According to
State laws,the City was required to prepare Housing Element updates for the 2014-2022 planning
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period.The draft 5th cycle RHNA allocation for Napa was 835 units compared to 2,106 units in the
previous planning period.
Mangini Residential Project for the City of Brentwood, CA
Mr.Ault prepared the noise impact analysis supporting the CEQA documentation for the Mangini
Residential Project for the City of Brentwood.The 9.77-acre project site is bounded by a single-family
residential subdivision(west), undeveloped land planned for a future school (north);an under-
construction single-family residential subdivision;and undeveloped land planned for a single-family
residential subdivision (south).The project applicant(Lafferty Communities) proposed to develop 36
single-family dwelling units on the project site.The dwelling units would consist of two-story structures
and have floor plans ranging from 2,900 to 4,200 square feet.Vehicular access would be provided by
extensions of Bond Lane and O'hara Lane/Big Basin Drive.The project application required approval of
a Planned Development and tentative subdivision map.
Woodlake Wastewater Treatment Plant Noise Analysis for Collins&Schoettler, City of Woodlake, CA
Mr.Ault performed ambient noise measurements in the project vicinity as well as noise measurements
of the existing facility operations for the Woodlake Wastewater Treatment Plan in the City of Woodlake.
He also prepared the technical noise report analyzing the potential impacts of the proposed expanded
facility operations.
Santa Clara County Soundwall GIS Project for the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority(VTA), CA
Mr.Ault managed the Santa Clara County Soundwall Project for LSA Associates, coordinating the
surveying and GIS mapping effort and providing weekly updates and a final report summary for VTA. LSA
provided GIS data and mapping of existing soundwalls along County roadways and populated multiple
informational fields,including route number,directional side,length,average height,grade,
beginning/ending post miles,City,year of construction,construction material,real world coordinates of
soundwalls,and photo documentation.
Redlands Heritage Master Plan, City of Redlands, GA
Mr.Ault prepared the noise impact analysis for the Redlands Heritage Master Plan(Park),a city-owned
site.The concept of the Park is to interpret the City's history through various time periods with
amenities such as kiosks providing local heritage information at locations throughout the Park.The Park
is the site of the Barton School House which was built in 1901 and moved to the site in 2009.The park
amenities will include the existing Barton School House,the existing Grove School facilities,
entertainment facilities,cultural facilities, recreational facilities and finally, parking and maintenance
facilities.
Kern County Solar Projects for Recurrent Energy, Kern County, CA
Mr.Ault managed the noise and trip generation and traffic operations impact analysis for Recurrent
Energy, a leading solar project developer,for five solar energy generation projects throughout Kern
County. He prepared the noise impact analysis for both the construction phase of the projects and for
on-going operation and maintenance of the solar facilities.These solar projects have ranged in size,with
the largest consisting of 400 megawatts on 3,700 acres.
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Senior Assisted Living Facility for the City of Loma Linda, C4
Mr.Ault prepared the noise impact analysis in support of the Initial Study CEQA document.The
proposed project was located at 25405 Cole Street,just east of Benton Avenue within the City of Loma
Linda.The 40-unit Assisted Living Facility Project(project)required approval of the following
entitlements:Change of Zone(CZ);General Plan Amendment(GPA);Precise Plan of Design;and
Environmental Initial Study and associated technical studies.
Pacif c Beach Assisted Living Center in the City of San Diego for Oakmont Senior Living, CA
Mr.Ault prepared the technical noise impact analysis for the construction and operation of the project,
an Assisted Living Facility located at 955 Grand Avenue in the City of San Diego.The proposed sixty five
(65)room project was designed to accommodate ninety residents offering a wide range of services.This
three story structure is approximately fifty six thousand(56,000)square feet,with all sixty five rooms
supplemented with common areas.Existing on-site structures were demolished.The project included an
underground parking structure of thirty two(32)parking spaces including one accessible space per city
parking requirements.
Special Noise Reports
Mr.Ault has extensive experience in performing noise impact analysis for a wide variety of roadway
projects. He is proficient with the use of the FHWA Highway Traffic Noise Prediction Model (FHWA RD-
77-108),SOUND32 noise model,and FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM)2.5. His road and highway project
experience includes the following projects.
Travers Creek Bridge at Manning Avenue Replacement Project,Fresno County, CA
Mr.Ault prepared the construction noise impact analysis to meet the requirements for a Type III
roadway project established in 23 CFR 772. In a routine Bridge Inspection Report(BIR) by Caltrans dated
December 9,2010,the bridge was given a sufficiency rating of 48.4 and flagged as structurally deficient.
The proposed project removed the structurally-deficient 2-lane bridge and replaced it with a precast,
prestressed concrete voided slab bridge with a concrete deck supported on concrete columns/piles.The
new Travers Creek Bridge is striped for two lanes,but wide enough to accommodate the County of
Fresno's future plan to widen Manning Avenue from 2 to 4 lanes within 10 years.The bridge was
constructed according to current Caltrans and American Association of State Highway and
Transportation Officials(ASSHTO)standards.
Kern Council of Governments Noise Study Report for the Kern Council of Governments, CA
Mr.Ault performed the background noise measurements and simultaneous traffic counts used to
perform the model calibration for the Kern Council of Governments Noise Study Report.As the Project
Manager for this project,he directly coordinated with County staff and attended the County Council
Board hearing to answer questions regarding approval of the final Noise Reports.This retrofit noise
abatement project in Kern County consisted of analyzing traffic noise impacts along three separate State
and County highways where complaints had been received in order to determine if these areas qualified
for federally funded retrofit sound barriers. Existing and future traffic noise levels at modeled sensitive
receptors were modeled using the FHWA approved model TNM 2.5.
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State Route 99/Veterans Boulevard Interchange Noise Study Report for the City of Fresno, as a sub to Mark
Thomas&Company, Inc., CA
Mr.Ault prepared the NEPA and CEQA noise impact documentation for the proposed new State Route
99 Interchange Project in the City of Fresno. He performed the necessary noise measurements and
concurrent traffic counts to calibrate the traffic noise model,TNM 2.5;the traffic noise impact analysis
included modeling of existing,future no-build,and two future build alternatives. Impacts were identified
and abatement was recommended,and Mr.Ault prepared the Noise Abatement Decision Report for the
project. He also incorporated the findings of these reports into the final environmental document and
provided the additional analysis needed to determine impacts pursuant to CE 1 .
Retrofit Noise Barrier Analysis Report for the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority(WA), CA
VTA had identified over 22 locations where traffic noise complaints had been received along County
roadways throughout the County. For impacted locations,noise barrier height and locations were
modeled and analyzed for feasibility. Mr.Ault prepared the Retrofit Noise Barrier Report and conducted
the noise analysis to determine which of the potential sites were eligible for retrofit noise barriers to
reduce traffic noise impacts at these sensitive receptors. During the report preparation, Mr.Ault
conducted preliminary screening modeling,conducted site surveys and noise measurements,and
performed final detailed traffic noise modeling, utilizing the FHWA model TNM 2.5. Mr.Ault prepared
the final Retrofit Noise Barrier Analysis Report in which all the findings of the analysis and
recommendations for abatement were included and all impacted sites were prioritized according to the
VTA guidelines.
Dogtown Road over San Domingo Creek Bridge Improvement Project for Calaveras County, CA
Mr.Ault prepared the construction noise impact analysis to meet the requirements for a Type Ill
roadway project established in 23 CFR 772.The existing bridge was classified as structurally deficient per
the Caltrans Bridge Inspection Report dated February 2012.The project replaced the existing bridge
over San Domingo Creek with a new structure.The new two-span structure accommodates two 10-foot
travel lanes with 2-foot shoulders and barrier rails.
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OVERVIEW
• Over 24 years'experience
Education
• Graduate Study in Biology and Plant Ecology,California State University,Chico, 2000
• Bachelor of Science, Biology and Ecology,California State University,Chico, 1997
Professional Affiliations
• Cal-IPC(California Invasive Plant Council) Member
• California Society for Ecological Restoration
• California Native Grasslands Association
• Ecological Society of America Member
• California Association of Environmental Professionals
• California Native Plant Society
Licenses, Permits, and Certifications
• Authorization to Collect Voucher Specimens of State Designated Endangered, Threatened and
Rare Plants, Voucher Permit/California Department of Fish and Wildlife (#2081(a)-12-78-V), 2009
—Present
• Scientific Taking Permit for the Collection of Intertidal Marine Vertebrate and Invertebrate
Species/Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, 2005
Specialized Training
• 2014-Inter-Agency Sea Level Rise Panel Discussion(Webinar)-FEMA
• 2013-Public Assistance Alternative Procedures Pilot Program Guide for Permanent Work—FEMA
• 2011-Project Management Certification Training—URS
• 2010-BNSF&eRailsafe Safety Training—URS
• 2009-EMMIE& EMIS Database Training—FEMA
• 2009-NEPA, NHPA, ESA, Floodplain, Environmental Justice,CBRA,and CWA Training—FEMA
• 2006-Dept. of Homeland Security, FEMA, NEMIS Database System—FEMA
• 2006-Project Worksheet Development Training—FEMA
• 2000-Union Pacific Railway Safety Training
• 1999-DOI Aviation Safety Training, Helicopter& Fixed Wing Aircraft(OAS Course B-3)—USGS
• 1997-GIS/ESRI ArcView, ArcReader, Global Mapper, Trimble GeoExplorer & software
• 1997-Wetland Delineation Training(scored 100%on field delineation and written exam)—CSUC
• 1997-ESRI ArcView GIS Certification—BCC
• 1997-NEPA&CEQA Training—CSUC
• 1992-Identification of Bankfull Width Training—Region 6, USFS
• 1992-Stream Hydrology Training,Gold Beach RD, USFS
• 1992-Juvenile Salmonid In-stream Identification Training,Gold Beach RD, USFS
• 1992-Stream Inventory Training—Region 6, USFS
• 1991-Marbled Murrelet Identification (Visual&Vocal)Training—USFS
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Security Clearance
• Department of Homeland Security, FEMA — June/2006, Nov/2009, September/2012 — 2015,
Active Badge: February 04, 2015 -February 03, 2020
• Department of Defense - Dec/2010, RAPIDGate, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton Department
of Defense-June/1998—Sub-meter accurate GPS technology
Kristiaan G.Stuart has more than 24 years of professional experience as an ecologist and environmental
protection specialist in the environmental science and consulting fields. His areas of expertise include
project management,field management,technical writing and editing,CEQA and NEPA compliance
review and documentation development,environmental permitting and permit integration,
comprehensive botanical and wildlife resource surveys,wetland delineations,jurisdictional
determinations, stream inventory surveys, plant salvage inventories and plans, mitigation development
and implementation and site restoration.As a project manager, Mr. Stuart manages budgets, logistics,
and the health and safety of crew and interfaces with program coordinators and state and federal
environmental agencies. Mr.Stuart frequently works with personnel from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service, U.S.Army Corps of Engineers, NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service,and the U.S. Bureau of
Land Management(as well as other state and local agencies)to facilitate the achievement of project
goals while maintaining environmental compliance.The range of his experience,for example, includes
working as a NEPA and federal environmental law subject-matter expert for FEMA in the post-Sandy
presidentially declared disaster in New Jersey and New York;the Katrina/Rita and Gustav/Ike hurricane
disaster recovery effort in southern Louisiana;and post-flooding and landslide disasters in California. In
addition, Mr.Stuart served as the Environmental Program Coordinator for the California Department of
Water Resources statewide Levee Geotechnical Evaluation Project and has conducted comprehensive
environmental,floodplain and historic resource surveys for clients throughout California, Florida,
Louisiana, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, and Oregon.
RELATED EXPERIENCE AND CLIENT SUMMARY
California State Projects-- Program Coordination, Plead Management, CEQA Compliance,
Environmental Scientist
Plant Ecologist,Botanical Survey for Sensitive Plant Species at the Sunnyvale(Stevens Creek)Stream
Crossing, California Department of Fish and Wildlife,Santa Clara County, CA
Mr.Stuart conducted botanical resource surveys and report. Key species included the western
leatherwood.
Senior Project Biologist&Field Manager, California High Speed Train(HST), California High Speed Rail
Authority,Fresno, Kings, Tulare&Kern Counties, CA
Mr.Stuart served several different roles on the HST project including: Field Manager,Team Leader,
Technical Editor,Wetland Delineator, Botanist and Wildlife Biologist.As a field manager Mr.Stuart was
responsible for the coordination and oversight of a 120-mile supplemental biological resource survey
effort that included the efforts of three different environmental disciplines:wildlife biology, botany and
wetland ecology.As a wetland delineator, Mr.Stuart trained several different biologists while in the
field conducting expert level wetland delineations. He also resolved several in-field problem areas where
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additional data was required or was in need of correction.As a botanist, Mr.Stuart conducted late
season,comprehensive, botanical resource surveys in habitat areas including alkali flats,vernal
pool/swale,alkali annual grassland/wetland mosaics,and riparian areas.As a wildlife biologist, Mr.
Stuart recorded data on the available habitat and presence of existing species of fauna including vernal
pool shrimp species,spade foot toads,San Joaquin kit fox,American badger,golden eagle;Swainson's,
red tail and ferruginous hawk species.
Environmental Clearance Program Coordinator/Senior Biologist,Levee Geotechnical Investigations,
Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys, Callfomia Department of Water Resources
Mr.Stuart evaluated potential impacts of subsurface soil explorations on special status species,
wetlands,and other sensitive biological resources for over 350 miles of project levees. He routinely
provided environmental training to all field personnel, monitored and worked with field crews to avoid
sensitive biological resources,managed sub-contractors to facilitate the completion of task goals,
worked with local,state, and federal agencies to facilitate project goals while maintaining
environmental compliance,and prepared environmental documentation for state and federal permits
and technical assistance.California counties included Butte,Yuba,Sutter,Yolo,Sacramento,Stanislaus,
and San Joaquin.
Senior Biologist,Mineral Curve Shoulder Widening Project, Caltrans, Tehama County, CA
Mr.Stuart conducted botanical resource surveys at a project area adjacent to Hwy 36.The project
constraints included many sensitive wildlife and botanical species as well as adjacent wetlands.
Senior Biologist, RSP/Drainage Repairs—Hwy 96, Caltrans,Humboldt County,C4
Mr.Stuart conducted wildlife and botanical surveys and wetland delineations on three project areas
requiring culvert replacements and road shoulder buttressing. He completed all necessary permitting
per project area requirements.
Senior Biologist, Wall Failure Repair Project—Hwy 169, Caltrans, Humboldt County, CA
Mr.Stuart conducted wildlife and botanical surveys and wetland delineations on two project areas
requiring the excavation and repair of road shoulders that were damaged in winter storms. He
completed all necessary permitting per project area requirements.
Senior Biologist,Storm Damage Repairs—Hwy 169, Caltrans,Humboldt County,CA
Mr.Stuart conducted wildlife and botanical surveys and wetland delineations at nine project areas
requiring the excavation and repair of road shoulders and culvert replacements that were damaged in
winter storms. He completed all necessary permitting per project area requirements.
Senior Biologist,Red Rock Permanent Restoration—Wetland Delineation Studies and Biological Studies,
Caltrans,Lassen County, CA
Mr.Stuart conducted wildlife and botanical surveys and wetland delineations at a project area adjacent
to Hwy 395 where the road slope had failed adjacent to a wetland area. He completed all necessary
permitting per project area requirements.
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Solar Projects
Senior Project Ecologist-Plant Ecologist,IVS Solar Project, Imperial Valley Solar, Imperial County, CA
Mr. Stuart conducted comprehensive late summer botanical resource surveys for a 6,465 acre proposed
solar energy installation site located approximately 20 miles west of El Centro,CA. Surveys focused on
annual species following a brief late summer rain period typical in this region of the Sonoran Desert.
Focus species included:Abrams'sandmat,flatseed sandmat,Arizona cottontop,bladdermallow and
small coastal germander.
Senior Project Biologist,Rio Mesa Solar Project, Bright Source Energy(BSE), Riverside County, CA
Mr.Stuart was responsible for the budget,subcontracting, methodology,training and field leadership
for the botanical resource and state and federal waters jurisdictional determination tasks.The 13,000-
acre site is located near Blythe, California in the southern Mojave Desert adjacent to the Colorado River
and included federal and private lands. Mr.Stuart devised a sampling methodology,for the vast number
of jurisdictional desert wash/drainages that dominated the project area, based on field measured
fluvial geomorphological and biological features.This sample data was used in a GIS to extrapolate field
measurements to high resolution,geo-referenced imagery. Botanical surveys were conducted based on
a synthesis of protocols outlined by Bureau of Land Management,California Dept.of Fish and Game and
the California Native Plant Society.A sampling based inventory was also devised for California Desert
native Plants Act species to support a Desert Plant Species Salvage Plan per the requirements of the
California Energy Commission.
Senior Project Biologist,Bethel 10 Hybrid Solar Project Clean Water Act Jurisdictional Delineation,Bethel
Energy, LLC, Imperial County, CA
Mr.Stuart conducted an approved jurisdictional delineation field assessment and report for a hybrid
solar project near Calexico,California. Field conditions included active agricultural lands,the adjacent
American Canal,a locally elevated water table and unique alkaline soil properties resulting in challenging
soil chemistry.Through the use of advanced field diagnostic techniques Mr. Stuart derived an accurate
and defensible wetland delineation report.
Senior Project Biologist/Plant Ecologist, Calico Solar Project, Tessera Solar,San Bernardino County, CA
Mr.Stuart led and conducted comprehensive spring and late summer botanical resource surveys for a
proposed solar energy installation site located approximately 37 miles east of Barstow,CA.The
approximately 8,200 acre site is located in the Mojave Desert, on a bajada below the Cady Mountains.
Surveys included GPS guided line transects over large areas,covering approximately 13 miles per person
per day.Target species included crucifixion thorn,white margined beardtongue penstemon,small-
flowered androstephium,fish-hook cacti,fringe-toed lizard, and desert tortoise.
U.S. Department of Defense
Senior Project Biologist, Camp Pendleton, NAVFAC, Base-wide Communication&Electrical Upgrades, Camp
Pendleton,San Diego County, CA
Mr.Stuart devised and executed an interactive natural resources inventory and baseline conditions
report that utilized an interactive map of Camp Pendleton on a GIS platform with the intent of making
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the map as user friendly as possible to the myriad of professionals that would be using the linked
information in their project planning tasks.The interactive map included a point-and-click interface
where the user could see digital video,digital still images and notes on environmental constraints per
each site on the map. Sites were chosen based on known upgrade routes,potential environmental
interactions,known sensitive resources and newly surveyed resources.
Various Projects—Plant Ecology
Plant Ecologist,Botanical Survey for Sensitive Plant Species at Soda Bay Bridge(Cole Creek Crossing)
Replacement Project, Lake County Department of Public Works,Lake County, C4
Mr.Stuart conducted botanical resource surveys and report. Key species included: Baker's navarretia,
beaked tracyina,bent-flowered fiddleneck, big-scale balsamroot, Bogg's Lake hedge hyssop,bristly
sedge,Cobb Mountain lupine,Colusa layia,Jepson's milk-vetch, Mayacamas popcorn-flower, round-
leaved filaree,and wooly meadowfoam.
Plant Ecologist,Pre-and Post-Bum Vegetation Monitoring for the Lassen Foothills Project:Denny Ranch,Dye
Creek& Vina Plains Preserve, The Nature Conservancy, Tehama County, CA
Mr.Stuart conducted transect based,Trimble GPS assisted surveys on several large habitat areas
including blue oak woodland,foothill and valley grassland,and vernal pool and vernal swale wetlands to
determine the efficacy of controlled burning in the reduction of invasive exotic plant species(medusa-
head and yellow star thistle)and the effects on native plant associates. Data included a comprehensive
species list,0.25m2 species point releve data,and cover abundance for the target invasive exotic
species.
Plant Ecologist, Wetland Delineation,Freeport Shores Sports Complex,City of Sacramento Parks and
Recreation Department,Sacramento County, CA
Mr.Stuart conducted wetland delineation and botanical resource surveys and report.The constraints
included a frequent disturbance regime in mixed soils.
Plant Ecologist, Twelve Bridges Vernal Pool Mitigation Monitoring, City of Lincoln, CA
Mr.Stuart conducted vernal pool plant and hydrology mitigation monitoring for hundreds of vernal
pools in the Twelve Bridges project area.
Plant Ecologist,Cable Installation Route Wetland Delineation and Botanical Resource Surveys, Hallwood-
Cordua Irrigation District, Yuba County, CA
Mr.Stuart conducted wetland delineation and botanical resource field surveys and reports located in
central valley foothill grassland,valley grassland and vernal pool wetland habitats.
Research Projects— Plant Ecology
Plant Ecologist,Pre-and Post-Bum Vegetation Monitoring for the Lassen Foothills Project:Denny Ranch,Dye
Creek& Vina Plains Preserve, The Nature Conservancy, Tehama County, CA
Mr.Stuart conducted transect based,Trimble GPS assisted surveys on several large habitat areas
including: blue oak woodland,foothill and valley grassland,and vernal pool and vernal swale wetland to
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determine the efficacy of controlled burning in the reduction of invasive exotic plant species:medusa-
head and yellow star thistle and the affects to native plant associates. Data included a comprehensive
species list, .25m2 species point releve data and cover abundance for the target invasive exotic species.
Plant Ecologist/Principal Scientist, Ecology of Perennial Pepperweed(Lepidium Iatifolium), US Geological
Survey,Klamath and Colusa National Wildlife Refuges and Grizzly Island State Wildlife Refuge, Klamath,
Colusa and Solana Counties,CA
Mr.Stuart studied the ecology of perennial pepperweed,an invasive exotic plant species; in three
different ecological settings in California.Studies included determining the rate and behavior of spread
of nascent foci populations per soil moisture,salinity and associate species diversity and abundance.
Research was also conducted on plant morphology, phenotypic plasticity,growth and reproductive
biology. Plant community data was taken for spatial autocorrelation analysis.
Plant Ecologist,Effects of Soil Strati cation Properties on Sacramento River Riparian Restoration Species,
The Nature Conservancy;Tehama, Glenn and Butte Counties, CA
Mr. Stuart conducted hundreds of hand auger soil investigations to 16 foot depths classifying soils in one
foot increments at several Sacramento River pre-restoration sites.Data was collected for analysis of
species response to soil mosaic conditions in a peer-reviewed publication (see below). Mr.Stuart
suggested a restoration planting regime that would target appropriate riparian restoration species to
different soil mosaic properties to maximize restoration efficacy,cost and efficiency.
Publications and Presentations
Riparian Forest Restoration Along Large Rivers: Initial Results from the Sacramento River Project.
Restoration Ecology 1999 Vol. 7(4):360-368.
Perennial pepperweed research findings presented at California Dept.of Fish and Game, Pesticide
Applicators Seminar, Fresno,CA-3/10/99
Perennial pepperweed preliminary research findings presented to USFWS Ecological Service as an infield
tutorial of the ecology of perennial pepperweed,Colusa NWR, Colusa,CA-7-22-99
Perennial pepperweed research findings presented for Ecology and Conservation of Native Plants in
California, Dept. of Biological Sciences,California State University,Chico 10-21-99
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OVERVIEW
• More than 10 Years' Experience
Education
• Ph.D., Near Eastern Art and Archaeology, University of California at Berkeley(May 2012)
• M.A., Near Eastern Art and Archaeology, University of California at Berkeley(December 2005)
• B.A.,Archaeology and History(double major), University of California at San Diego(June 2002)
Fellowships and Awards
• Albright Institute Educational and Cultural Affairs Fellowship(2015)
• Katherine Davis Foundation Projects for Peace Prize(2012)
• International House Gateway Fellowship(2011-2012)
• The George Franklin Dales Foundation Fellowship for Archaeological Research(2011)
• CAORC Multi-Country Dissertation Research Fellowship(2010)
• Albright Institute ECA Fellowship for Dissertation Research in Jerusalem (2009)
• U.C. Berkeley Dean's Normative Time Fellowship(2009)
• U.C. Berkeley Department of Near Eastern Studies Block Grant Award(2006-2011)
• U.C. Berkeley Graduate Division Summer Research Grant(2006)
• Tel Dor Scholarship for Summer Excavations in Israel (2005-2006)
• USA Funds Access to Education Scholarship (2005-2007)
• U.C.Berkeley Archaeological Research Facility Stahl Research Grant(2004)
• American University in Cairo Simpson Scholarship for Studies in Egyptology(2001)
• California Scholastic Federation Life Membership Award(1998)
Dana DePietro, PhD is a professional archaeologist who meets the Secretary of Interior's standards for
historic preservation programs in archaeology. Dr. DePietro has over 10 years of experience in all
aspects of cultural resource management, including prehistoric and historic archaeology, paleontology,
materials conservation, history of art and architecture, and community engagement. He has experience
in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA),the California Environment Quality Act
(CEQA),the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and the Archaeological Resources Protection Act
(ARAP). Dr. DePietro has completed cultural resource projects that have involved agency, client, Native
American, and subcontractor coordination; treatment plans and research design development; archival
research; field reconnaissance; site testing; data recovery excavation; construction monitoring; site
recordation; site protection/preservation, mapping/cartography; spatial analysis/ GIS; laboratory
analysis; materials conservation; artifact curation and exhibition; and report production. He has
completed projects in California within the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and
other federal agencies requiring compliance with section 106 of the NHPA. He has also completed
projects throughout California for state and local governments and municipalities, including the
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), and has worked with clients to insure deliverables
meet and exceed the standards set by the State Historic Preservation Office(SHPO).
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RELATED EXPERIENCE AND CLIENT SUMMARY
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• Archaeologist,Cultural Resource Specialist(January 2014—Present)
• Conducts evaluation and field documentation of historic and prehistoric cultural resources
• Prepares EIR,CRA, DPR and Section 106 reports
• Conducts mapping and GIS,and state and county record searches
• Leads archaeological surveys and field monitoring
• Coordinates with state,federal and tribal officials and institutions
The Society for Humanitarian Archaeological Research and Exploration
• Founder, Executive Director(July 2010—Present)
• Manages projects,staff and daily operation of a not-for-profit organization
• Establishes relationships with partner universities and institutions
• Writes grant proposals and supervises fundraising
• Maintains accounts,financial records and online presence
University of California at Berkeley
• Lecturer(August 2003—January 2015)
• Prepared University-level course and lectures in the history of the modern and ancient Middle East
• Performed student advising and evaluation,and university administrative duties
• Provided resources and opportunities that empower people to critically engage with other
cultures as well as with their own communities
Penn State University—Tell Akko Total Archaeology Project
• Director of Community Engagement(Summers,2013-2014)
• Developed and executed a community engagement program
• Supervised staff and community participants
• Taught excavation and conservation techniques to groups of young people in Akko
• Performed outreach,dialogue and program development in partnership with community leaders
Harvard University—Leon Levy Expedition to Ashkelon, Israel
• Excavation Supervisor Summers(2007-2013)
• Supervised excavation and stratagraphic interpretation
• Instructed students in excavation techniques, data collection, photography, analysis and
publication
Early Iron Age Cemetery Excavation --Dhamar, Yemen
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• Area Supervisor (Summer, 2004)
• Supervised excavation and stratagraphic interpretation
• Taught excavation techniques, strategy and implementation, field conservation, surveying
techniques,data collection and analysis, site management
Journal of Associated Graduates in Near Eastern Studies (JAGNES)
• Associate Editor (August 2003—May 2012)
• Solicited and proofread submissions, fundraising,and advertisement
"Travel Today: Egypt" Magazine
• Archaeological Correspondent(December 2002—February 2005)
• Wrote magazine articles
• Conducted relevant interviews and research
• Procured photos and images to compliment articles
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COMPENSATION SCHEDULE
City hereby agrees to pay Consultant a sum not to exceed $377,850(project budget amount of$343,500
plus additional 10%contingency fund to be spent only with authorization of City).
In the event of a conflict between this Agreement and Scope of Services, attached as Exhibit A, regarding
the amount of compensation, the Agreement shall prevail.
Consultant shall not bill for any reimbursable items unless previous approval has been granted.