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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-07-07; City Council; 14753; TO APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH RECON CONSULTANTS TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ON REACH SOUTH AGUA HEDIONDA-3 OF THE SOUTH AGUA HEDIONDA INTERCEPTOR SEWER, CMWD PROJECT NO. 92-406CITY OF CARLSBAD -AGENDA BILL 4W /- 1TG. 07/07/98 m: TO APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH RECON CONSULTANTS TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ON REACH SAH3 OF THE SOUTH AGUA IEPT. CMWD CITYATTY. - HEDIONDA INTERCEPTOR SEWER, CMWD PROJECT NO. 92-406, RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 98-&,?l to approve an agreement with Recon Consultants to provide environmental services for Reach SAH3 of the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Sewer, CMWD Project No. 92-406. ITEM EXPLANATION: The proposed Reach SAH3 facilities include approximately 500 lineal feet of 24-inch diameter gravity sewer pipeline, 4800 lineal feet of 21-inch diameter force main and a sewage lift station. These facilities are located north of the Cannon Road right-of-way and extend from future Oceanaire Drive west to Car Country Drive. Exhibit 1 shows the location of these proposed facilities. In 1989 and 1990, the City Council certified three Environmental Impact Reports 83-04, 83- 4A, and 87-02 for the interceptor sewer pipeline, sewage lift station and force main to serve the South Agua Hedionda sewer drainage basin. However, proposed changes to the location of facilities and the habitat since 1990 require a review of the area and preparation of biological technical reports. Proposals to prepare an environmental review of the facilities were received from Dudek and Associates, Planning Systems, and Recon Consultants. District staff reviewed the proposals received and selected the firm, Recon Consultants, as having the most responsive proposal for the work. FISCAL IMPACT: The funding for the environmental services will come from the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Sewer, Phase 2 appropriation. The costs and appropriations are as follows: I Remainina Balance I $334.4001 . . - . . . -. . . . . . . . - . . - __. , .~ 'AZ)DI'PIONAC-APP~~PRIATION I -0-1 Therefore, there are sufficient funds available for this project. Ib 0 Page 2 of Agenda Bill 0. /ql ? 53 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: The intent of this professional services agreement with Recon Consultants is to fin, environmental work for the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor System. This work is from CEQA in accordance with Section 15306 Class 6 Information Collection. EXHIBITS: 1. Location Map South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Sewer Reach SAH3. 2. Professional Services Agreement between Recon Consultants and City of CarM 3. Resolution No. 98 -A% l to approve an agreement with Recon Consultants tc environmental services for Reach SAH3 of the South Agua Hedionda Intercept0 CMWD Project No. 92-406. 0 e 1 0 e RESOLUTION NO. 98-221 EXHlE 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 lo l1 12 13 14 15 16 17 l8 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 *' 27 28 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, FOR APPROVAL AND ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL FROM RECON CONSULTANTS TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ON REACH SAH3 OF THE SOUTH AGUA HEDIONDA INTERCEPTOR SEWER, CMWD PROJECT NO. 92-406 WHEREAS, Requests for Proposals were requested to provide the neces environmental services for preparation of design plans and specifications for Rc SAH3 of the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Sewer, CMWD Project No. 92-406; responses were received from Dudek and Associates, Planning Systems, and Re Consultants; and after review of the proposals, the staff recommended Re Consultants based on a good understanding of the work to be performed and as most responsive in meeting the objectives of the environmental review; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, has determinc necessary and in the public interest for approval and acceptance of a proposal f Recon Consultants to review certified ElRs and prepare biological technical reports Reach SAH3 of the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Sewer, CMWD Project No. 406; and WHEREAS, funds appropriated in the amount of $377,000 have bt appropriated in the 1997-98 budget for the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Phasc and the project cost estimated for the environmental services for the Reach SAH: the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Sewer, CMWD Project No. 92406, is $29,~ for environmental services and $1 0,548 for contingencies, therefore, there are sufficii funds available for this project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City Carlsbad, California, as follows: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 lo 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 II 0 0 I. That the above recitations are true and correct. 2. That the attached agreement between Recon Consultants and the Ci Carlsbad be approved and accepted; and 3. That the Mayor, as representative of the City of Carlsbad, is authorized directed to execute the proposed agreement between Recon Consultants and the of Carlsbad. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Co ,I of the City of Carlsbad, California, held on 7th day of July by the following vote to wit: Council Members Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin and Hall AYES: NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Nygaard ATTEST: &$a= ALETHA L. RAUTENKRANZ, City C (SEAL) CMWD92-406 0 0 AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into as of the 7* day o . ( TuL '.i ,19=, by and between the CITY OF CARLSBAD, a municips corporation, hereinafter referred to as "City", and RECON CONSULTANTS, a Ca\jfomjl CorDoration, hereinafter referred to as "Contractor." RECITALS City requires the services of a policv and DrocessinQ environmental rnitiqatioi Contractor to provide the necessary environmental review and studv services fo preparation of maps. reports. and Demit aDDlications for South Aaua Hediond: InterceDtor Sewer. Reach SAH3; and Contractor possesses the necessary skills an( qualifications to provide the sewices required by the City; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of these recitals and the mutual covenants contained herein, City and Contractor agree as follows: 1, CONTRACTOR'S OBLIGATIONS Refer to Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof. - 1 Rev. 10/22/97 0 0 2. CITYOBUGATIONS ' The City shall provide copies of the certified EIR's and alternative alignment anc site information. 3. PROGRESS AND COMPLETION The work under this contract will begin within ten (IO) days after receipt o notification to proceed by the City Engineer or designee and be completed within three hundred sixtv-five [365j calendar days of that date. Extensions of time may be granted if requested by the Contractor and agreed to in writing by the City Engineer 01 designee. The City Engineer or designee will give allowance for documented anc substantiated unforeseeable and unavoidable delays not caused by a lack of foresight on the part of the Contractor, or delays caused by City inaction or other agencies' lack of timely action. 4. FEES TO BE PAID TO CONTRACTOR The total fee payable for the services to be performed shall be $29.452. No other compensation for services will be allowed except those items covered by supplemental agreements per Paragraph 8, "Changes in Work." The City reserves the right to withhold a ten percent (10%) retention until the project has been accepted by the City. Incremental payments, if applicable, should be made as outlined in attached Exhibit "A." 2 Rev. 10/22/97 0 0 5. DURATION OF CONTRACT This agreement shall extend for a period of three hundred sixtv-five (365 calendar davs from date thereof. The contract may be extended by the City Managel for two (2) additional one (1) year periods or parts thereof, based upon a review o satisfactory performance and the City’s needs. The parties shall prepare extensions ii writing indicating effective date and length of the extended contract. 6. PAYMENT OF FEES Payment of approved items on the invoice shall be mailed to the Contractoi within 30 days of receipt of the invoice. 7. FINAL SUBMISSIONS Within thirhr (30) calendar days of completion and approval of the amended 01 new Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) the Contractor shall deliver to the City thf following items: a) Carlsbad Environmental Assessment forms for the alternative pipeline alignments and lift station sites. b) Completed applications for all resource agencies. 8. CHANGES IN WORK If, in the course of the contract, changes seem merited by the Contractor or the City, and informal consultations with the other party indicate that a change in the conditions of the contract is warranted, the Contractor or the City may request a change in contract. Such changes shall be processed by the City in the following manner: A letter outlining the required changes shall be fowarded to the City by Contractor ta inform them of the proposed changes along with a statement of estimated changes in 3 Rev. 10/22/97 0 0 charges or time schedule. A Standard Amendment to Agreement shall be prepared b the City and approved by the City according to the procedures described in Carisbac Municipal Code Section 3.28.172. Such Amendment to Agreement shall not rende ineffective or invalidate unaffected portions of the agreement, 9. COVENANTS AGAINST CONTINGENT FEES The Contractor warrants that their firm has not employed or retained an company or person, other than a bona fide employee working for the Contractor, tc solicit or secure this agreement, and that Contractor has not paid or agreed to pay an! company or person, other than a bona fide employee, any fee, commission percentage, brokerage fee, gift, or any other consideration contingent upon, or resultin! from, the award or making of this agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty the City shall have the right to annul this agreement without liability, or, in its discretion to deduct from the agreement price or consideration, or otherwise recover, the ful amount of such fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fees, gift, or contingent fee. 10. NONDISCRIMINATION CLAUSE The Contractor shall comply with the state and federal laws regardin: nondiscrimination. 1 I. TERMINATION OF CONTRACT In the event of the Contractor's failure to prosecute, deliver, or perform the work as provided for in this contract, the City Manager may terminate this contract for nonperformance by notifLing the Contractor by certified mail of the termination of the Contractor. The Contractor, thereupon, has five (5) working days to deliver saic documents owned by the City and all work in progress to the District Enaineer. The 4 ' Rev. 10/22/97 0 0 District Enaineer shall make a determination of fact based upon the document! delivered to City of the percentage of work which the Contractor has performed which i! usable and of worth to the City in having the contract completed. Based upon tha finding as reported to the City Manager, the Manager shall determine the final paymen of the contract. This agreement may be terminated by either party upon tendering thirty (30, days written notice to the other party. in the event of such suspension or termination upon request of the City, the Contractor shall assemble the work product and put samc in order for proper filing and closing and deliver said product to City. In the event 0. termination, the Contractor shall be paid for work performed to the termination date; however, the total shall no€ exceed the lump sum fee payable under paragraph 4. The City Manager shall make the final determination as to the portions of tasks completed and the compensation to be made. 12. DISPUTES If a dispute should arise regarding the performance of work under this agreement, the following procedure shall be used to resolve any question of fact or interpretation not otherwise settled by agreement between parties. Such questions, if they become identified as a part of a dispute among persons operating under the provisions of this contract, shall be reduced to writing by the principal of the Contractor or the City Engineer or designee. A copy of such documented dispute shall be forwarded to both parties involved along with recommended methods of resolution which’ would be of benefit to both parties. The City Engineer or designee or principal receiving the letter shall reply to the letter along with a recommended method of 5 Rev. 10/22/97 d resolution within ten (IO) days. If the resolution thus obtained is unsatisfactory to thc aggrieved party, a letter outlining the dispute shall be forwarded to the City Council fc their resolution through the Office of the City Manager. The City Council may then or . to consider the directed solution to the problem. In such cases, the action of the Cit Council shall be binding upon the parties involved, although nothing in this procedun shall prohibit the parties seeking remedies available to them at law. 13. CLAIMS AND LAWSUITS The Contractor agrees that any contract claim submitted to the City must bl asserted as part of the contract process as set forth in this agreement and not i anticipation of litigation or in conjunction with litigation. The Contractor acknowledge! that if a false claim is submitted to the City, it may be considered fraud and thi Contractor may be subject to criminal prosecution. The Contractor acknowledges tha Catifomia Government Code sections 12650 et sea, the False Claims Act, provides fo civil penalties where a person knowingly submits a false claim to a public entity. Thesc provisions include false claims made with deliberate ignorance of the false inforrnatioi or in reckless disregard of the truth or falsity of information. If the City of Carlsbad seek! to recover penalties pursuant to the False Claims Act, it is entitled to recover it: litigation costs, including attorney's fees. The Contractor acknowledges that the filing a a false claim may subject the Contractor to an administrative debarment proceedin! wherein the Contractor may be prevented to act as a Contractor on any public work c improvement for a period of up to five years. The Contractor acknowledges debarmer. by another jurisdiction is grounds for the City of Carlsbad to disqualify the Contract0 from the selection process. & 6 Rev. 101229 0 0 The provisions of Carlsbad Municipal Code sections 3.32.025, 3.32.026 3.32.027 and 3.32.028 pertaining to false claims are incorporated herein by reference. P- % 14. STATUS OF THE CONTRACTOR The Contractor shall perform the services provided for herein in Contractor's owr way as an independent Contractor and in pursuit of Contractor's independent calling and not as an employee of the City. Contractor shall be under control of the City on11 as to the result to be accomplished, but shall consult with the City as provided for in thc request for proposal. The persons used by the Contractor to provide services under this agreement shall not be considered employees of the City for any purposes whatsoever. The Contractor is an independent Contractor of the City. The payment made to the Contractor pursuant to the contract shall be the full and complete compensation ta which the Contractor is entitled. The City shall not make any federal or state tax withholdings on behalf of the Contractor or hidher employees or subcontractors. The City shall not be required to pay any workers' compensation insurance or unemployment contributions on behalf of the Contractor or hidher employees or subcontractors. The Contractor agrees to indemnify the City within 30 days for any tax, retirement contribution, social security, overtime payment, unemployment payment 01 workers' compensation payment which the City may be required to make on behalf of the Contractor or any employee or subcontractor of the Contractor for work done under this agreement or such indemnification amount may be deducted by the City from any balance owing to the Contractor. The Contractor shall be aware of the requirements of the Immigration Reform 7 Rev. 30/22/97 e e and Control Act of 1986 and shall comply with those requirements, including, but noi limited to, verifying the eligibility for employment of all agents, employees subcontractors and Consultants that are included in this agreement. 15. CONFORMITY TO LEGAL REQUIREMENTS The Contractor shall cause all drawings and specifications to conform to all applicable requirements of law: federal, state and local. Contractor shall provide all necessary supporting documents, to be filed with any agencies whose approval is necessary. The City will provide copies of the approved plans to any other agencies. 16. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS All plans, studies, sketches, drawings, reports, and specifications as herein required are the property of the City, whether the work for which they are made be executed or not. In the event this contract is terminated, all documents, plans, specifications, drawings, reports, and studies shall be delivered forthwith to the City. Contractor shall have the right to make one (1) copy of the plans for hidher records. 17. REPRODUCTION RIGHTS The Contractor agrees that all copyrights which arise from creation of the work pursuant to this contract shall be vested in City and hereby agrees to relinquish all claims to such copyrights in favor of City. 18. HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City of Carlsbad and the Carlsbad Municipal Water District and its officers, officials, employees and volunteers from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses including attorney fees 8 Rev. 10/22/97 0 e arising aut of the performancb of the work described herein caused in whole or in part by any willful misconduct or negligent act or omission of the Contractor, any subcontractor, anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them or anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable. 19. ASSIGNMENT OF CONTRACT The Contractor shall not assign this contract or any part thereof or any monies due thereunder without the prior written consent of the City. 20. SUBCONTRACTING If the Contractor shall subcontract any of the work to be performed under this contract by the Contractor, Contractor shall be fully responsible to the City for the acts and omissions of Contractor's subcontractor and of the persons either directly or indirectly employed by the subcontractor, as Contractor is for the acts and omissions of persons directly employed by Contractor. Nothing contained in this contract shall create any contractual relationship between any subcontractor of Contractor and the City. The Contractor shall bind every subcontractor and every subcontractor of a subcontractor by the terms of this contract applicable to Contractor's work unless specifically noted to the contrary in the subcontract in question approved in writing by the City. 21. PROHIBITED INTEREST No official of the City who is authorized in such capacity on behalf of the City to negotiate, make, accept, or approve, or take part in negotiating, making, accepting, or approving of this agreement, shall become directly or indirectly interested personally in this contract or in any part thereof. No officer or employee of the City who is authorized 9 Rev. 10/22197 0 e in such capacity and on behalf of the City to exercise any executive, supervisory, or similar functions in connection with the performance of this contract shall become directly or indirectly interested personally in this contract or any. part thereof. 22. VERBAL AGREEMENT OF? CONVERSATION No verbal agreement or conversation with any officer, agent, or employee of the City, either before, during or after the execution of this contract, shall affect or modify any of the terms or obligations herein contained nor entitle the Contractor to any additional payment whatsoever under the terms of this contract. 23. SUCCESSORS OR ASSIGNS Subject to the provisions of Paragraph 18, "Hold Harmless Agreement," all terms, conditions, and provisions hereof shall inure to and shall bind each of the parties hereto, and each of their respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns. 24. EFFECTIVE DATE This agreement shall be effective on and from the day and year first written above. 25. CONFLICT OF INTEREST The City has determined, using the guidelines of the Political Reform Act and the City's conflict of interest code, that the Contractor will not be required to file a conflict of interest statement as a requirement of this agreement. However, Contractor hereby acknowledges that Contractor has the legal responsibility for complying with the Political Reform Act and nothing in this agreement releases Contractor from this responsibility. 10 Rev. 10122l97 0 0 26. INSURANCE The Contractor shall obtain and maintain for the duration of the cantract and any and all amendments insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damage tc .property which may arise out of or in connection with performance of the work hereunder by the Contractor, his agents, representatives, employees or subcontractors Said insurance shall be obtained from an insurance carrier admitted and authorized to do business in the State of California. The insurance carrier is required to have 6 current Best's Key Rating of not less than "A-:V" and shall meet the City's policy foi insurance as stated in Resolution No. 91403. .. A. Coveraaes - and Limits. Contractor shall maintain the types of coverages and minimum limit5 indicated herein, unless a lower amount is approved by the City Attorney or CiQ Manager: 1. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance. $1,000,000 combined single-limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage. If the submitted policies contain aggregate limits, general aggregate limits shall appll separately to the work under this contract or the general aggregate shall be twice thc required per occurrence limit. 2. Automobile Liability (if the use of an automobile is involved fo Contractor's work for the City). $1,000,000 combined single-limit per accident for bodil) injury and property damage. 3. Workers' Compensation and- Employer's Liability. Workers Compensation limits as required by the Labor Code of the State of California anc 11 Rev. 10/22/9; 0 e Employer's Liability limits of $il,OOO,OOO per accident for bodily injury. 4. Professional Liability. Errors and omissions liability appropriate tc the contractor's profession with limits of not less than $1,000,000 per claim. Coverage shall be maintained for a period of five years following the date of completion of the work. B. Additional Provisions. Contractor shall ensure that the policies of insurance required under this agreement contain, or are endorsed to contain, the following provisions. 1. The City and the Carlsbad Municipal Water District shall be namec as additional insureds on all policies excluding Workers' Compensation anG Professional Liability. 2. The Contractor shall furnish certificates of insurance to the CiQ before commencement of work. 3. The Contractor shall obtain occurrence coverage, excludinc Professional Liability which shall be written as claims-made coverage, 4. This insurance shall be in force during the life of the agreement and any extension thereof and shall not be canceled without 30 days prior written notice to the City sent by certified mail. 5. If the Contractor fails to maintain any of the insurance coverages required herein, then the City will have the option to declare the Contractor in breach, 01 may purchase replacement insurance or pay the premiums that are due on existing policies in order that the required coverages may be maintained. The Contractor is responsible for any payments made by the City to obtain or maintain such insurance 12 Rev. 1012Z97 0 e and the City may collect the same from the Contractor or deduct the amount paid from any sums due the Contractor under this agreement. 27. RESPONSIBLE PARTIES The name of the persons who are authorized to give written notices or to receive written notice on behalf of the City and on behalf of the Contractor in connection with the foregoing are as follows: For City: Title William E. Plummer. District Enaineer Name Carlsbad MuniciDal Water District Address 5950 El Camino Real Carlsbad. California 92008 For Contractor: Title Charles S. Bull, President Name Recon Consultants Address 4241 Jutland Drive, Suite 201 San Diego. CA 921 17 Architect/License Number: N/A ArchitedLicense Number: N/A 28. BUSINESS LICENSE Contractor shall obtain and maintain a City of Carlsbad Business License for the duration of the contract. 29. ENTIRE AGREEMENT This agreement, together with any other written document referred to or 13 Rev. 10/22197 0 0 contemplated herein, embody the entire agreement and understanding between the parties relating to the subject matter hereof. Neither this agreement nor any provision hereof may be amended, modified, waived or discharged except by an instrument in writing executed by the party against which enforcement of such amendment, waiver 01 discharge is sought. Executed by Contractor this 2 2nd day of June , 19 98 . CONTRACTOR: CITY OF CARLSBAD, a municipal RECON CONSULTANTS, a California Cor oration (name of C tractor) (sign here) ‘i CHARLES S. BULL. President (print name/title) ATTEST: By: QmJ L (sign here) DIANE PEARSON. Secretarv (print namehitle) ALETHA L. l?&J City Clerk (Proper notarial acknowledgment of execution by Contractor must be attached.) (President or vice-president and secretary or assistant secretary must sign for corporations. If only one officer signs, the corporation must attach a resolution certified by the secretary or assistant secretary under corporate seal empowering that officer to bind the corporation.) APPROVED AS TO FORM: RONALD R. BALL ci”L I2 L? 43qwty City Attorney BY 7- e *T)e 14 Rev. 10/22/97 e e STATE OF CALIFORNIA 1 COUNTYOF Sari DieV I I ss. On June 22, 1938 before me, Annette R. Hirt, Notary Public DATE NAME AND TITLE OF OFFiCER personally appeared Charles Bull and Diane Pearson to be the person( !&ersonally known to me - 8R- r! w-i- nf - name(s) &/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that 4g&&e/they executed the +&#her/their authorized capacity(ies). and that by hiskdtheir signature(s) on the instrument the person(s). or upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. NAME@) OF SIGNER@) W'ITNESS my hand and official seal. - LL-#& c (This area for official notary seal.) SIGNATURE OF NOTARY Title orType of Document Asreement for CMWD Project No. 92-406 Diate of Document June 22, 1998 No. of Pages 14 Signer(s) other than named above L ClVlWD 92406 06/' 0 e EXHIBIT "A" ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FOR SOUTHAGUA HEDIONDA INTERCEPTOR SEWER SYSTEM REACH SAH3-CMwD PROJECT NO. 92-406 Prepared for: Carlsbad Municipal Water District 5950 El Camino Real Carlsbad, CA 92008 RECON larl May 27,1998 RECON NUMJ3ER 98-111 q-; - .-- -_- - ' 1'1 2 7 !M 4241 Jutland Drhre, Sub 201 Sari Dm, CA 921 17-3653 619 / 270-5066 fax 2703414 - - - 0 Thir daument printed on recycled paper - - -. / REON 0 e Table of Contents !a TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION -1 It. PERSONNEL QUAIJ,FICATIONS 2 III. U"DERSTA"G OF THE WORK TO BE PERFORMED 5 IV. APPROACH AND SCOPE OF WORK 7 V. SCHEDULE 14 VI. COST 16 VII. PROJECT EXPERIENCE AND REFERENCES 18 TabIe 1: Projectcost, 17 Figures 1 : Sample 404 NWP bess 13 2: Project Schedule 15 Attachment A Resumes 0 e I. Introduction I. Introduction RECON is pleased to submit the following proposal for fd environmental review and permitting of the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Sewer Reach SAH3. We have assembled a project team unmatched for experience and expertise on not only similar issues and projects, but on this very project. RECON, and especially RECON’S Project Manager for this effort, Mr. Tom He14 has been involved with this project Since 1988. ln- all issues, solutions, and alternatives presently under consideration were developed in the prior documentation prepared by Mr. Held and RECON. We weicome the opporhmity to continue our involvement with this project. RECON’S unparalleled qualifications for this project are further demonstrated by our vast experience OD water and sewer projects services to numerous water agencies for the development of water and sewer pipelines, wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and reservoirs. RECON has an exceptional 26-year track record of service. We have a highly qualified staff of 38 dedicated professionals and a full range of company resources to ensure the successful and timely completion of this project. RECONS experience on the South Agua Hedionda project is unmatched. throughout the San Diego area. We have provided environmental 1 i 0 QI. Personnel Qualifications 11. Personnel Qualifications RECON is a San Diego-based environmental consulting company established in 1972. Our staff of 38 professional and support personnel includes 16 biologists, 4 archaeologists, 6 environmental analysts, and 2 acousticiandair quality specialists. Support personnel at RECON include technical editors, graphic illustrators, geographic information system (GIS) specialists, word processors, administrators, and accountants. The key personnel assigned to this project include Tom Held as project manager, Gerry Scheid as botanist, and Markus Spiegelberg as zoologist. Each of these key staff is highly qualified and available to perform the required services under this contract. CMWD can be assured that RECON will commit all necessary staffing and company resources to this project to ensure each milestone is achieved on schedule. The qualifications and experience of each of the key staff are provided below with resumes provided in Attachment A. Key staff are highly qualified and available for this project. Tom Held, Project Manager Prepared two ElRs for the South Agua Hedionda system. Mr. Held has over 16 years of experience in the preparation and processing of environmental documents with special emphasis on water and sewer development projects. He has worked with many reservoirs, and wastewater treatment plants. Mr. Held's consid- crable project experience in the city of Carlsbad includes the El Camino Real widening project environmental studies; Caanon Road Reaches 1,3 and 4; and the Rancho Carrillo EIR Mr. Held has worked extensively with the California Coastal Commission in obtaining Coastal Development Permits, as well as with the US. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG), and Regional Water Quality Control Board. Mr. Held prepared two EIIPS for the South Ap Hedionda Sewer Interceptor System. One of these, the 83-4A EIR, dealt with alternatives for the sewer line crossing of Macaxio Canyon, including jacking the line fiom the east side of the myone Mr. Held also prepared numerous CEQA and N"A documents for other sewer and water pipeline projects. Sewer Interceptor water agencies in southern California on pump stations. pipelines, Project manager for two on-call environmental senrices contracts with Otay Water District. .2 I 0 Q. Personnel Qualifications Mr. Held is currently managing RECON'S second consecutive two- year contract with Otay Water District to provide environmentaI consulting services on an as-needed basis. As project manager, he provides environmental review and documentation for the implementation of the district's proposed Master Plan projects and Capital Improvement Projects, as well as provides extension of staff services. Mr. Held recently provided an analysis of CEQA and NEPA environmental review requirements for a portion of the Olivenhain Municipal Water District Recycled System and prepared the North Santee Reservoir Negative Declaration for the Padre Dam Municipal Water District. He prepared the EIR for the Otay Water District Water Resources Master Plan for the storage, transmission, and distribution of potable and reclaimed water throughout the district's service area Similarly, he prepared the draft EIR for the City of Oceanside's Water and Sewer Master Plans. Last year, he completed an EIR for a project with extensive land outfall pipeline alternatives, the City of Rialto's wastewater treatment plant expansion. Additionally, Mr. Held prepared EIRs for the City of Oceanside's San Luis Rey Wastewater Treatment Plant Interim Expansion, the Beaumont Wastewater Collection and Treatment System, and the Tecate California Water District and Sewage Treatment Plant. These EIRs evaluated a full range of environmental issues. Gerry Scheid, Botanist Mr. Scheid is a senior biologist at RECON with 14 years' experi- ence conducting biological fesource studies. He is experienced with Endangered Species Act Section 7 consultations with the USFWS. He is trained in the current methodologies for the detmnination of "waters of the U.S." and the delineation of wetlands used in the preparation of 404 permit applications for compliance with the clean Watcr Act Mr. Scheid is also experienced in securing Streambed Alteration Agreements with the CDFG for compliance with Sections 1600-1603 of the Fish and Game Code. Mr. Scheid maaaged the biological studies for CMWD's North Batiquitos Sewer Force Main System, which involved analysis of three alternative aligmnents for pipeline replacement on the north sick of Satiquitos Lagoon. Other project experiemx in Carlsbad includes Cannon Road Reaches 3 ad 4 wetland delineation, Rancho cartsbad detention basin biology study, and Evans Point wetland delineation. Successful in obtaining resource agency permits. - 3 I 4 M El 111. Understand; @ the Work to be Performed III. Understanding of the Work to be Performed RECON is uniquely positioned to understand and accornpiish the final environmental review of the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Sewer System Reach SAH3, having been a central figure in environmental review of this very project since 1988. Furthermore, the preparer of the previous EIRs 83-04 and 83-4A, Mr. Tom Held, is RECONS Project Manager assigned to the present project. Placement of pump stations and the alignments and methods of construction of the sewer in the area of Macario Canyon are driven by the sensitivity and resource agency rQgulation of wetlands These constraints and possible solutions to minimize impacts were fvst identified by Mr. Held in the EIRs for Cannon Road Reach 1 (83-04) and the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Sewer in Cannon permitting that would be required were dso first identified in those documents. EIR 83-04 provided the fmt environmental review of the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor Sewer west of Macario Canyon, in generally the same alignment now proposed, and located the potential pump station site on the west side of the canyon. EIR 83-4A provides the initial analysis of alternative routes across Macario Canyon from the east and also in the sensitive lagoon wetland area just west of the canyon. TInat ElR identified the alternative routes still &led the "slope route alternative" and "prefemd alternative"4e latter located in the Hidden Valley Road dike across the wetland area Various methods of crossing Macario Canyon as either a force main or gravity he were also discussed in the 834A EIR, and the discussion included relative engineering considerations as well as environmental issues. Among the alternatives for mssing Macario Canyon. jacking was considered in EIR 834. Directional drilling and microtunneling were not, but the approach to the consideration of impacts for those techniques would be similar to the approach for jacking. Although conditions and the sensitivity classifications of some species may have changed since that time, the general biological picture and concerns related 00 the projwt remain valid. The alternatives section of EIR 834A is a model for the general consideration of the most important issues associated with this project for environmental consideration and agency permitting. Clearly, the hierorical involvement of RECON and especially Mr. Held with issues such as the relative mitigation requirements for the alternative routes which led to the selection of the Prepared EIRs for 83-04 and 83-4A. associated with Agua Hedionda Lagoon and Mho Canyon. Road Reach 2 (83-4A). Resource agency involvement and RECON'S in-depth understanding of the project will expedite the environmental process. 5 1 0 111. Understandin !Q the Work to be Performed “preferred alternative” translate into a decided advantage for RECON, as well as CMWD, in subsequent processing and final environmental review. .~ RElli 6 @I 0 Iv. @ roach and Scope of Work 11 Approach and Scope of Work A. Approach RECON will direct the work effort under a single Project Manager who will be the point of contact for CMWD and will be in charge of all tasks. Mr. Tom Held has been selected for this position because of his familiarity with prior environmental documentation for this project, his active and aggressive management skills, and his experience with similar projects elsewhere. Mr. Held will also perform those tasks related to general environmental review and issue of concern, RECON has assigned Mr. Gerry Scheid as the senior biologist in charge. Mr. Scheid is a botanist who is fully qualifed to perform wetland delineations and who has extensive experience and knowledge of state and fedeml resource permitting processes. Mr. Scheid will be assisted by Mr. Markus Spiegelberg, particularly on zoological issues. These key members of the RECON team will begin the effort with a rapid assessment of the present project and its relation to both previously performed environmental work and the need to securc the necessary permits and agreements for implementation. Expedited by the experience of all members of the team with both this project and similar projects and procQdures, rapid movement toward the objective of a fully permitted project with complete environmental review is the goal. CMWD will be able to call on the services and advice of any of the key team members at any coastal development compliance. Because biology is the central RECON’S goat & to promptly obtain permits and complete the environmental review. time, and the team will work efficiently toward the succcss of the project. Following orientation to the project and establishment of li~es of communication between CMWD and RECON, the RECON team will pursue the course of work generally in the order of the scope of work that follows. All tasks requested by CMWD in the Request for Proposals have been included, but in some cases the sequence of tasks has been reordered, The assessment of biological conditions on the site will follow immediately after the orientation to the project. Prompt completion of the assessment of resources will’be necessary to allow the permitting and documentation tasks to begin. Clear communication with 0 will be assured through the reporting procedures and through the standard project management technique, employed by Mr. Held and Mr. Scheid on nurnerous other projects, of quickly identifying and resolving ’ problems and issues while keeping the client fully informed of project status. 7 Iml e IV. @ proach and Scope of Work Scope of Work Task I: Project and Environmental Document Review a. Meet with CMWD and others invited by CMWD to visit the project site, receive project plans and other information related issues prior to beginning the rest of the scope of work. This meeting is one of the three site visits specified in the Request for Proposal and may include, at CWs discretion, a further meeting at CMWD’s offices. RECON attendees will incIude Mr. Tom Held, the Project Manager, and at least one senior biologist. b. Review prior environmental docummtation for the projax, including the City of Carkbad’s EIRs 87-02,83-04, and 834& particularly with regard to biological issues but also for all other issues. This review will establish the adequacy of prior review and identify any additional work needed to assure that environmental review is adequately and completely updated. If this review discovers the need for additional work not included in this scope of work, CMWD will be notified immediately. This review will be conducted under the direction of Mr. Tom Held, who prepared ElRs 83-04 and 834A. A RECON biologist will conduct the review of biological sectjons of these documents in preparation for Item 2.f. below). c. With the engineering advice of CMWD staff, review the potential environmental implications of alternative methods of constructing the sewer line across M&o Canyon. CMWD will provide the necessary descriptions of the construction methods, such as conventional trenching, microtunnehg, pipe jacking, or directional drilling. to the project, establish lines of communication, and resolve Tmk 2: Perform Biological Stdies a Conduct a search of the records of the California Natural Diversity Data Base (California Department of Fish and Game) to determine what sensitive species have been reported ham the vicinity of the project. Review the existing biological documentation of the sites for site-sgecifc infodon on sensitive species and habitats. b. Conduct a biological resources survey of the two proposed lift station sites, two alternative gravity sewer pipeline alignments, and two alternative sewage force main alignments. The survey will include a botanical survey of the property to search for RECON has on staff. 16 biologists RBxlw 8 Irrr( 0 Iaproach and Scope of Work . sensitive plant species and a zoological survey to search for sensitive animal species. c. Prepare vegetation maps of the six sites showing natural plant communities and the observed locations of rare and endangered species. d. Record any inventoried biological resources located during the survey and comply with the reporting requirements of the Natural Diversity Data Base. e. Perform a wetland delineation consisting of the following tasks: Biologists have specialized training in wetland delineations. Conduct a jurisdictional wetlands and "waters of the U.S." delineation in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1987. Prepare a map depicting the USACE and CDFG jurisdictional limits and calculate acreage of jurisdictional limits. Prepare a wetlands debeation report that defines jurisdictional wetlands and waters according to USACE and CDFG criteria. Submit the report to CMWD. 0 f. Submit to CMWD a written summary of the present biological conditions on the site as compared to the conditions described in EIRs 87-02,83-04, and 834A (see Item 1.b. above). Biologists hold USFWS permit for California gnat- catcher and least Bell's vireo. Additional studies may be required by the jurisdiction or resources agencies, such as directed searches for the coastal California gnatcatcher or least Bell's vireo, both off which are known to OCCUT on the project sites. These ind any other special studies would only be conducted with additional authorization from the client. Task 3: Analyze Compliance with City of Curkbd Habifat Management Ptan a. Review the City of Carlsbad's Habitat Management Plan (HMP) and compare the ~~OIIIW~OR developed in Task 3 to the HMP and its requirements. b. Contact Planning Systems of Carlsbad and City planning and engineering staff for information regarding the City's Cannon Road project, which will affect much of the same area as the proposed project. 9 I 0 IV. alb roach and Scope of Work c. Prepare a letter report on the results of the anafysis conducted as Tasks 3.a. and 3.b. above and submit to CMWD. Task 4: Visit Proposed Alignments and Sites The RECON Project Manager and at least one biologist will, at the request of and by arrangement with CMWD, meet twice on the project site with CMWD and other resource agencies to discuss the project and its issues. These meetings will be in addition to the meeting described in Task 1.a above. Task 5: Prepare Bwlugical Techtdcal Report a. Prepare a biological technical report according to the City of Carlsbad’s guidelines at the time this contract is executed which describes biological resources occurring on the sites, assesses the impact of the proposed project on the biological resources, and discusses mitigation measuns. The alternative sites will be ranked according to biological impacts and mitigation requirements. This report will update existing biological documentation and will include the results of the analyses conducted as Tasks 1,2, and 3 above. b. Submit the report to the client. Task 6: Prepare ELA Initial Study a. Consult with CMWD to select a recommended project of project €eatures, alignment, and methods of constmction. Wormation developed in preceding tasks will aid in selecting an alignment that will meet the operatiod needs of CMWD with the least possible environmental impacts. b. Amend the existing or prepare a new Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the recommended pject selected in the preceding task. The EIA will consist of a checklist in the form found in Appendix I of the CEQA Guidelines. as amended January 1,1997. The appropriate checklist box (i.e., no impact, less than significant impact, potentially signiticant unless mitigation incorporated, or potentially significant) will be marked, and references or explanations for each issue question in the checklist will be incorporated, with attachments as necessary. The biological teehnid report deveIoped as Task 5 above will be attached to the EIA 10 1 0 IV. db proach and Scope of Work c. Submit the draft EIA to the CMWD for review and, at the discretion of CMWD, submittal to the City Planning Director for determination of CEQA compliance. This task does not include preparation of a CEQA review document, such as a Negative Declaration, Mitigated Negative DecIaration, or Notice of Prior Compliance. RECON can prepare such a document upon further authorization by CMWD. Tusk 7: Prepare Permit App&&ns a. Schedule the project for one of the regularly scheduled preapplication meetings with the CDFG and USACE and attend the meeting with the client. b. Prepare an application package as required by Section 1603 of the Fish and Game Code for alteration of the streambed on the application form and copies of appropriate environhental documents, including the Mitigated Negative Declaration or Notice of Prior Compliance, the biology technical report, and project site. The package will include the completed RECON is highly successful in obtaining resource agency permits. the revegetation plan. c. Prepare a letter to the USACE requesting codition that the project can proceed under the Nationwide No. 26 permiL The letter will include the environmental documents as attachments. d Submit the 1603 application package to the client for signature, check inclusion, and forwarding to the CDFG. Following the client’s review by the client, submit the letter to the USACE. e. Prepare a draft letter to the Regional Water Quality Control Board pursuant to Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. Submit the draft letter to the client to be put on their Ietterhead. signed aud a check included. RECON will assemble and provide the envirOnmentai documents that will be included as attachments to the letter. f. To assist CMWD in securing permits, expend up to 12 hours attending additional meetings and following up on the agreement and permits with the agencies. g. Prepare an application package for a Coastal Development Permit and submit to CMWD for transmittal to the Planning Director. Since part of the project site is within the Agua Hedionda Land Use Plan area, it is anticipated that approval of the application by the Coastal Commission as well as the City of Carlsbad will be required. 11 I 0 IV. a roach and Scope of Work h. Provide support to CMWD and the City for the processing of the Coastal Development Permit. including consultation with Coastal Commission staff. Because Coastal Commission hearings are held at different locations in the state, costs of attending a hearing would vary and attendance at a Coastal Commission hearing is not included in this scope of work. If CMWD determines that RECON'S attendance at a Coastal Commission hearing is required, further authorization wouldbe necessary. Task 8: Provide Permir Flow Chart Prepare a flow chart showing the regulatory permitting processes and time frames. The alternative project construction methods such as microtuxmeling, pipe jacking, and directional drilling will be considered in the flow chart. A sample flow chart depicting the 404 Natiouwide pennit process with the USACE is shown on Figure 1. Task 9: Attend Meetings Schedule up to six monthly meetings wiah CMWD, attended by a senior RECON biologist, to discuss progress of the biological mey and environmental permit pmcesshg. Tusk 10: Prepare SWs Reports for Permit AppZWiUnS Repe and submit to CMWD biweekly statusreports of progress in peparing and processing the permit applications. The status report will be in the form of a letter reporting, for each permit application, the status of processing and the dates, times, and D~MS of persons contacted to verify the status. Task 11: Prepare Monthly Stutus Report Each month until RECON'S scope of work is completed, the RECON Project Manager will prepare a status repor& in the form of a letter to Mr. Christer Westman of the City of Carlsbad. The status report will briefly summarize all work accomptished in the reparcing period, budget and schedule perfonnance, work scheduied to be performed in the next reprhg period. and problems or issues that may have arisen. Tht latter item is not intended to replace the prompt reporting of unforeseen developments or new issues to CMWD by thc most rapid means possible as they occur. RECON places a high priority on communication. 12 H - z .p : .- ZS .- - s= 0 ("2 Be oE 0 a 5 w 00 E CJI a 0 0 W e- -- 6 L-._ ow .- +, E.? Q5 a L U a, L.;za f '= E 9 ;- E- OE :: s Z d. c 0 .- ?;= 7 .o A s;z *oo-- oz b Q 0 d- a, Q 0 Q h E g 30 Z .S n E.: 2 - - >x E m 0 0 -- 3 4 a aa 7 00 = .e 2 3 z 3 e *; rn Cr'"? rn aE6 ra 0 .= 0 0 -I=- a, -c m - .= mmn .g : E c %s .oo=, - cNz& 0 0- n-z- Q ziz €0, 0s 2 oz a ). 5-gu-z 'f' 0 uaz .- J 0 - 2.5 - - I !ig 1 1 :I! j z .o nz Ye L L zn 3 t-z 0 LL -L 3 m- - .- E- Q)a om 4 I I I I 1 ,I V. Schedule 0 0 V. Schedule knowledge of the RECONS . RECON’S schedule to complete the tasks identified in the scope of June 1, 1998, and would result in completion of studies for final environmental review in approximately 3% months. This does not document, which was not included in the request for proposals. Permit processing shown in this schedule should not be regarded as the resource agency controls the pace of processing. In our experience, the amount of time to secure such permits is variable, typically taking three to six months for similar projects. work is shown on Figure 2. This schedule assumes a start date of project will expedite the process. * environmental include preparation and public review of an environmental specifying a particular end date. Once the application is submitted, rn 14 a 0 e 0 0 VI. cost VI. cost RECON will complete the tasks described in the Scope of Work, Section IV, for a total cost of $29,102.00. A summary of costs per task is provided in Table 1. The following individuals have the authority to negotiate and contractually bind RECON: Charles S. Bull, President Diane Pearson, Vice President 4241 Jutland Drive, Suite 201 San Diego, California 921 17 (619) 270-5W Mt. Bull or Ms. Pearson may be contacted during proposal evaluation for contractual questions and technical inquiries may be directed to Tom Held. 16 I 0 8 TABLE 1 PROJECT COST Task Name Total Hours Total Cost Project and document review 26b $3248.00 Meet with CMWD 8h $688.00 Review prior environmental doeummtation 12h $1,056.00 Review potential altemdve construction methods 6h sscw.00 Perform biological studies lMh $8,418.00 FiekfJurvcy 16h s1,m.w Prepan vegetation map 38h $3,os0.00 Record moumes 41, szso.00 Wef&nd &lineation 24h $2208.00 Prepare and produce biological technical report 56b $3,842.00 Pmpare bwtech 32h sz592.00 Product biotech 24h $1,250.00 i Record search 4h $530-.00 Swvnaritc existing coditiom 14h $1,024.00 Compliance with CarIsbad HMP 16b s134..00 ReviewpIOn 8h $736.00 Gmad Pkuvling System 2h $184.00 Prcpl~r &umenta.tim Lrtrr 6h $424.00 site visi 8h $640.00 Prepare and produce EIA initial study 16h $1J54.00 Prepan initiaL study 12.h $1,104.00 Produce inilia1 study 4h suo.00 Prepare permit applications 49b $49222.00 Prepare application package Ph s65z.m Prepare ktter to USACE rquesting NWP 26 2h $186.00 Submit 1603 appricationpachge lh $70.00 Prepare draft Ltter to RWQCB re: 401 Sh un.w Prepare oppkation packup for coatrol DrVerOpmmr Pmnit (CDP) 8h $736.00 Provide permit flow &art 12h $928.00 Biweekly progress reports 36h $2,83ZM Monthly status report 18h $1,416.00 All task totals: 377.68h $29,452.00 Meet with CDFG d USFWS 8h $736.00 Assist C' in securing prnnirr 8h $736.00 Provide support w CMWD and Ciry for processing CDP 8h $736.00 MonthIy meetings 24h $2Jm.o0 ~ 0 VII. Proje !Q xperience and References VII. Project Experience and References RECON has extensive experience preparing environmental documents for water storage facilities, water and kwer pipelines, wastewater treatment plants and reclamation facilities, and pump stations, as well as systems involving a combination of these facilities. We have worked with water agencies and jurisdictions throughout southern California including the Carlsbad Municipal Water District, Otay Water District, San Diego County Water Authority, Padre Dam Municipal Water District, Olivenhain Municipal Water District, and the cities Qf Cabbad, oceanside, San Diego, Vista, and Rialto. A representation of ow relevant project experience is presented below. The fmt four were managed by Tom Held and the remaining projects were managed by Geny Scheid. South Agua Hetiwnda Sewer Intctceptor SysrCm completion Dm# EIR (834A). RECON prepared the Dratt EIR for the installation of a 30-inch underpound sewer line from El Camino Real to join an approved sewer line on the western side of Macario Canyon in order to complete the South Agua Hedionda Interceptor System. The Draft EIR was prepared as a supplement to the original Kelly Ranch EIR to evaluate the crossing of Macario Canyon by the sewer line and to present alternative alignments and configurations. An access road to an approved sewer pump station on the west side of Macario Canyon was also part of the proposed project. The length of the sewer line would be about 7,200 feet. The project required the discretionary approval of the City of Msbad, a Coastal Development Permit from the California Coastal Commission, notification and agreement with the CDFG subject to Section 1601 of the California Fish and Game Code, and a permit from the USACE under Section 404 of the federal Clean Water Act. The EIR examined the issues of biology, topography safety/odor. Project alternatives included no project and alternative sewer line alignments and configurations. Drrrp’ EIR for Cannon Rd Reach I (83-04). RECON prepared the Draft EIR for an approximately one-mile segment of Cannon Road in the city of Carlsbad. This roadway is located between Interstate 5, south of Agua Hedionda Lagoon, and proposed Faraday Red. The project also included a major sewer line and pump station located both sithin and outside of the road alignment. The project is located within the Coastal Zone. The major issue was biological resources, siace the road would cross a wetland area RECON specializes in CEQA and NEPA documents for water and sewer pipeline projects. Evaluated several alternatives for the sewer line crossing of Macario Canyon. and visual aesthetics, land use, hydrology, arcbIogy, and public 18 1 e VI1. Pro !@ Experience and References at the east end of the lagoon. A bridge crossing of this area was included to mitigate potential biological impacts. Cultural resources, land usdcoastd policies, hydrology, visual aesthetics, and traffic were also addressed in the EIR The visual aesthetics section included a photosirnulation of the bridge crossing to assess visual impacts. The EIR was certified and the project approved by the CarIsbad City Council in 1989. Otay Woter District On-Call Envimnmental Services Contract. RECON is currently managing the second consecutive on4 envkonmend services contract for the Otay Water District RECON’S responsibilities include the preparation of environmental documents and technical reports for the implementation of the district’s Capital Improvement Program to include pump stations, pipelines, pressure reducing stations, surge tanks, tank modifi- cations or recoatings, water reservoirs and sewage treatment projects, natural resource enhancements, and infrastructure improvements. As project manager for this contract. he has managed 14 task orders, including preparation of a Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP) Subarea Plan, CEQA review of subsequent projects, and NEPA documentation of reclaimed water projects to assure Bureau of Reclamation grant eligibfity. Mr. Held is also providing extension of staff services to the district under this contract. Otay Water LXstrict War Resources Mastcr Plan EIR The orderiy and phased development of potable and reclaimed water supply, storage, transmission, and distribution in the district’s service area and designated area of influence. The draft EIR prepared by Mr. Held evaluated the issues of land use, noise, geology and soildpaleontology, biology, cultural resources, landform alteratiodvisual aesthetics, public safetykirculation, air quality, and water resources. The EIR addresses nearly 300 sepafate projects planaed in thne phases to buildout of the district’s 125-square-mile service area Principal features of the Master Plan are pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, and disinfection facilities, though all planned facilities and projects in the district’s Capital Improvements hgram are included and covered in the ER North Batiquitos Sewer Forcemain. The Carlsbad Municipal Water District is planning to construct a pipeline to replace the Batiquitos Lagoon near Interstate 5. The replacement of a wakr line is also proposed. RECON conducted biological surveys for three alternative pipeline alignments of the new sewage force main Environmentat review and documentation for CiP projects. Water Resources Master Plan is a comprehensive program for the Biological studies and gnatcatcher CMWD pipeline. sunteys fer existing North Batiquitos Sewage Force Main on the north side of I f 19 0 VII. Proje a xperience and References as well as for the proposed water line. California gnatcatcher surveys were also conducted. RECON prepared a biological technical report that recommended mitigation measures for unavoidable impacts to sensitive biological resources. Evans Point Least Bet's Vireo SWV~J. RECON conducted directed surveys to determine the presence of least Bell's vireo in riparian habitat within the 128-acre project site adjacent to El Camino Real in the city of Carlsbad. Surveys were conducted over a two-year period in accordance with current USFWS guidelines. Results of the surveys were documented in technical reports submitted to the client. State Route 76. A Section 484 jurisdictional wetland delineation was conducted by RECON along State Route 76 west of Interstate 15 for use by Caltrans in evaluating the impacts and regulatory issues related to widening the existing highway. The USACE has reviewed and made a jurisdictional detexmination which agreed with RECONS evaluation. RECON consulted with Caltrans and the USACE on the project. Wetland delineation approved by USACE. References Mike Coleman, Otay Water District, (61 9) 670-2293 Lloyd Hubbs, City of Carlsbad, (760) 438-1 161 Don Chadwick, Pa& Dam Municipal Water District, (619) 2584637 20 I 0 e ATTACHMENT A 0 6 TOM HELD Senior Project Manager Educatiod Master of Arts, English, San Diego State University, 1979 Certifications Bachelor of Arts, English, San Diego State University, 1976 Certified EIR Preparer for the County of §an Diego Experience 20 years of experience RECON 1984-present, Senior Project Manager His excellent written and verbal communication skills contribute to his reputation as a well-respected project manager. Prepares highquality documents that are accurate, thorough, and easy to read. Clearly articulates environmental conditions at public meetings and communicates schedules and budgets to his team. His broad range of experience with a variety of development projects includes public idrastn~cture, landfiils, roadways, and commercial and residential uses. Manages and prepares environmental documents- Is responsible for research, analysis, and writing of EJR. Coordinates an interdisciplinary team of specialists and the assembly of a coherent final product, performing analyses in land use, noise, air quality, hydrology, visual quality, traffic, and other issues as necessary, either independently. or in association with colleagues or consultants. Develops mitigation plans in concert with clients and regulatory agencies. Brown University, Providence, Mode Island Comty of san Diego 1979-1984, Teacher and Teaching Assistant 1976-1979, Environmental Management Specialist f (Generalist) Selected Projects Roadway Projects State Route 125 South Technical Studies and EIS Support, Caltrans, San Diego Vista Village MvdState Route 78 Interchange Supplemental EIR, Vista, CA canno0 Road Reach 1 EIR, Carlsbad, CA Cannon Road Reaches 3 and 4 EIR, Carlsbad, CA Me Cristobal Assessment District EIR, San Diego, CA Mercy RoadAuterstate 15 Interchange, San Diego, CA State Route 125 EIR, Chula Vista, CA Interstate 805/Mira Mesa Boulevard Interchange Negative Declaration, San Diego, Public FaciIi-dfiUs SanLuisReyWastewaterTreatmentPlantInlnterim~onEIR,oceanside,CA El Camino Memorial Park Master Plan EIR, San Diego, CA Loma Alta Creek EIR Addendum, Oceanside, CA Ramona Landfill Environmental Studies, San Diego County, CA County. CA CA ' REIN Held, 2 0 @ Environmental Studies for Sycamore Landfill Operating Permits, San Diego FIetcher Cove Master Plan EIR, Solana Beach, CA Ramona Landfill Technical Studies, San Diego County, CA Solana Beach Transit Station and Mixed-Use EIR, Solana Beach, CA Tecate California Water District EIR, San Diego County, CA Sycamore Landfill Modification EIR, San Diego County, CA Reservoir No. 5 EIR, Rincon del Diablo Municipal Water District, San Diego Hacienda Drive Knoli Grading Supplemental EIR, Vista, CA Pipelines l!!, County, CA Lorna Alta Creek Flood Control Project EIR, Oceanside, CA County, CA Environmental Assessment for Telegraph Canyon Road and Paseo Ranchero Reclaimed Water Pipelines (NEPA), San Diego County, CA (NEPA), San Diego County, CA Environmental Assessment for Otay Mesa Road Reclaimed Water Pipeline Otay Water District On-call Environmental Services Contract Otay Water District Water Resources Master Plan Master EEL San Diego County, CA City of Rialto Wastewater Treatment Plant EJR, Rialto, CA City of oceanside Sewer and Water Master plans Master ElR, oceaoside, CA Beaumont Wastewater Management EIR, Beaumont, CA South Agua Hedionda Sewer Interceptor System EIR, Carlsbad, CA General Plan Amendment EJRs Eagle Crest, Escondido, CA Regents Park, San Diego, CA Mira Mesa Marriott, San Diego, CA Mira Mesa Rarnada Inn, San Diego, CA Gateway Fair, San Diego, CA Tierrasanta Nom, San Diego, CA Commercial Developments Oceanside Pier Plaza Subsequent mR, Oceanside, CA Fashion Valley Expansion EIR, San Diego, CA Vista Auto Park Negative Declaration, Vita, CA Melrose Hacienda SEIR, Vista, CA Melrose Hacienda EIR Addendum, Vita, CA Encinitas Resort Hotel, Encinitas, CA Solana Beach Transit Station and Mixed-Use EIR, Solana Beach, CA Village at Hillcrest, San Diego, CA Tierrasanta Gateway, San Diego, CA Sunset Del Mar EIR Del Mar, CA Rancho Buena Vista EIR, Vista, CA Tomy Pines Inn EIR, San Diego, CA Gateway Fair EIR, San Diego, CA La Valencia Hotel Expansion EIR, San Diego, CA Regents Park EIR, San Diego, CA Clairernont Residence Inn, San Diego. CA Lusk Mira Mesa Business Park Lots 6 & 7 EJR, San Diego, CA Lusk Mira Mesa Business Park East Unit 5, San Diego, CA Held, 3 e 0 Industrial Developments La Jolla Spectrum EIR, San Diego, CA Lusk Mira Mesa Business Park East Unit 5 EIR, San Diego, CA Residential Developments Engineering Command M Cholla Heights Environmental Assessment, Southwest Division, Naval Facilities Highland Vista EIR, San Diego County, CA Spring Canyon EIR San Diego, CA Rancho Cdo EIR, Carlsbad, CA Heights of Del Ceno EIR, San Diego, CA Cloverdale Specific Plan EIR, Escondido, CA Eagle Crest (Clovedale) Specific Plan Amendment Subsequent EIR, Escondido, CA McMiIlin Scripps N EIR, San Diego, CA Camino Bemardo PRD EIR, San Diego, CA Lusk Tierrasartla Norte EIR, San Diego, CA Creekside Estates EIR, Oceanside, CA Habitat Collservation Plans East H Street HCP for the Coastal California Gnatcatcher, Chula Vista, CA HCP/Natural Community Conservation Plan Subarea Plan for Multiple Species, Otay Water District, San Diego County, CA e 0 GERALD A. SCHEID Senior Biologist Education/ Master of Science, Ecology, San Diego State University, 1986 Certifications Bachelor of Science, Biology, Arizona State University, 1979 Basic Wetland Delineation Workshop, Wetland Training Institute, 1989 Wetland Delineation in Southern California, Certificate of Training; Huffman and Certified Biologist for the County of San Diego Certified Ecologist, Ecological Society of America Associates, 1994 Permits U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Permit #PRT-797665 for California Gnatcatcher (under supenision), San Diego Mesa Mint, Otay Mesa Mint, CaLifomia Orcutt Grass, and San Diego Button Celery, Riverside Fairy Shrimp, Conservancy Fairy Shrimp, Longhorn Fairy Shrimp, VernaI Pool Tadpole Shrimp, and Vernal Pool Fairy Shrimp U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Desert Tortoise Handling Pennit to Biological Opinion ( 1 -6-92-F-39) for Eagle Mountain Landfill Memorandum of Understanding with the California Department of Fish and Game Related to Desert Tortoise at Eagle Mountain Landfill California Department of Fish and Game Scientific Collector’s Permit (##2910) California Department of Fish and Game Scientifk Collector‘s Pennit for Rare and Endangered Plant Species Experience 15 years of experience RECON 198&present, Senior Biologist Responsible for conducting botanicaI research in California and Arizona since 1981. Over the last six years, has dealt primarily with surveying for sensitive, rare, and endangered species; mapping vegetation; assessing project-related impacts to biological resources; and working with clients and agencies to prepare mitigation recommendations. Experienced with Endangered Species Act Section 7 consultations with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). Trained in the cmnt methodologies for the determination of ‘Waters of the U.S.” and the delineation of wetlands used in the preparation of 404 pedt applications for compliance with the Clean Water Act. Also, has experience securing Streambed Alteration Agreements with the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG) for compliance with Sections 1600-1603 of the fish and Game Code. Prepares mitigation plans for riparian and upland habitat restoration programs and conducts monitoring of restoration efforts. California Department of Parks and Recreation 1987-1988, Project Director Calilornia Nature Conservancy 1987, Research Biologist REON Scheid, 2 e 0 RDIN U.S. Air Force Office of Scientific Research 1986-1988, Research Biologist California Department of Transportation, District 11 1985, Research Biologist San Diego State University 1983-1988, Research Biologist San Diego State University 198 1, Team MemberResearch Biologist Selected Projects Biological Resources Inventory and Analysis Reports Santa Clara River Enhancement and Management Plan Tequesquite Landfill, Riverside, CA Newhall Raocb, Santa Clarita, CA River Road Environmental Studies, Tucson, AZ Whitewater River Levee Improvements and Proposed Water Line 34 Extension, Riverside County, CA FDIC Properties in Tecate, CA Eagle Mountain Landfill and Rail Line, Riverside County, CA River Management Plan for Newhall Ranch, Los Angel& Ventura Counties, CA Vista Alegre, San Diego, CA Three Alternative Sites for Pima County Landfill, Tucson, AZ Siting Studies for Pima County Landfill (1 1 sites), Tucson, AZ Sabin0 Springs, Tucson, AZ International Wastewater Treatment Facilities, San Diego. CA Sycamore Ridge EKR, Sa Diego, CA Fairbanks Highland Property EIR, San Diego, CA Ted Wash Vegetation Mapping and Impact Assessmeor, Riverside County, CA Rare Plant Survey and Constraints Analysis for Sweetwater Authority Projects, Vegetation Mapping of Otay River Valley, Fenton Copration Property, San Sycamore Ridge Rock Quarry, San Diego County, CA City of San Diego Clean Water Frogram, San Diego, CA Biological Assessments for Section 7 Cornsultation Gila River Crossing: 116th Avenue Bridge, Maricopa County, AZ Headworks Acceleration Project, San Diego, CA Proposed Expansion of Cyprus Casa Gmde Mine, Casa Grande, Az Naval Radio Transmitting Facility, Chollas Heights, San Diego, CA Eagle Mountain Landfill Project, Riverside County, CA Secondary Treatment System, Clean Water Program, San Diego, CA IBWC International Wastewater Treatment Plan, San Diego, CA Vernal Pool Habitat on NAS Miramar, San Diego, CA Montana War, San Diego, CA San Diego County, CA Diego, CA Carroll Canyon Golf and Recreation Center, San Diego, CA Scheid. 3 0 0 8 Wetland Delineation and Jurisdictional Analysis for USACE North Avenue Widening, Oceanside, CA Olivenhain Road. Encinitas, CA Tequesquite Landfill, Riverside County, CA Stallions Crossing, San Diego, CA Whitewater River Levee and Pipeline 34, County of Riverside, CA Doublz Butte Landfill, Riverside County, CA State Route 86 Alternative Alignments, Imperial County, CA State Route 76 Improvements, San Diego County, CA Black Mountain Ranch, San Diego, CA kmderson wastewater outfall Pipebe. Henderson, NV Calleguas Creek. Ventura County, CA Carroll Canyon Golf and Recreation Center, San Diego, CA Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion at Hale Avenue, Escondido, CA Pilgrim Creek Wetland and Riparian Habitat Cumulative Analysis, OceansiQe, CA Buena Vista Creek, Vista, CA Habitat Restoration Plans and Monitoring Programs Penasquitos Creek near Black Mountain Road Bridge, San Diego, CA Coastal Sage Scrub on Black Mountain Ranch, San Diego, CA Riparian Revegetation Plan for Black Mountain Ranch, San Diego, CA Westwd Valley coastal Sage Scrub, San Diego, CA Montana Mirador, San Diego, CA Jones Ranch FIood Control Channel, San Bernardino, CA Mono J3ills Country Club, Oceanside, CA Brocatto Development, Carlsbad, CA Vernal Pool Projects state Route 125 vd Pool Study. Caltrans &Gct 11, San Diego, CA State Route 905 Otay Mesa Survey and Mapping, Caltram District 11, San Diego, CA Interstate 15 Vernal Pool Monitoring. Caltrar~~ District 11, San Diego, CA Vista Ale- Vernal Pool and Fairy Shrimp Monitoring, San Diego, CA CaHornia Terraces Soil Hydration and Fairy Shnmp Culture Trial, San Diego, CA Clean Water Program Vernal Pool Survey and Mapping, Sa Diego, CA Publications ''TranspIant TriaIs for Alverson's Foxtail Cactus at Eagle Mountain Mine in River- i& County." Presentation to the Desert Lands Rehabilitation Workshop. Population Status and Management of Cuymaca Cypress (Cupressus arizonica ssp. srepkm~i) in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. Department of Parks and Recreation, San Diego, CA. Chaparral Site in Santa Barbara County, California Madrono 35:196-201. Co-author with Paul H. Zedler. Invasion of Carpobrotus eciulis and Salk lasiolepis after Fire in a Coastal Impact of Extreme Acid Deposition on Competitive Interactions Between Pinus Force Office of Scientific Research: The Effect of Acid Deposition on Potentially Sensitive Soil-Plant Systems at Vandenberg AFB, California, P. H. Mer and G. Marion. Co-author with Paul H. Zedler. muricatu and Artemisia califomicu. Chapter 3 in Final Report b the Air Scheid. 4 0 REJN Habitat Characteristics of Willowy Monardella (Monardella linoides ssp. vinrinea) in San Diego County. In Proceedings from a Conference of the California Endangered Plants, edited by T. S. Elias, pp. 501-506. Non-serotiny. M.S. thesis, San Diego State University, California Manugemenf Notes 5(2):88-89. Co-author with Paul H. Zedler, Carla Scheidlinger, and Greg McMaster. Vegetation and Vascular Flora of Sky Oaks Biological Field Station. Chapter 3 in Sky Oaks Biological Field Station-Baseline Studies, edited by W. C. Oechel. Dl Native Plant Society: The Conservation and Management of Rare and Comparison of Reproductive Modes in Two Species of Cupressus; Sero~ny IS. Fire in the Ecology and Management of Torrey Pine (California). Restoration and 0 e MARKUS SPIEGELBERG Ecologist, Wildlife Biologist Education/ Master of Science, Biology, San Diego State University Certifications Bachelor of Arts, Environmental Science, University of California at Berkeley, Workshops and Declining Reptiles and Amphibians. San Diego Natural History Museum, 1997 1990 symposiums Participant in the MSHCP Workshop for Avifauna for the Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy, 1997 1996, and 1997 Least Bell's Vireo and Southwestern Willow Flycatcher Recovery Meetings, 1995, Fifth Mountain Lion Workshop, 1996 Willow Flycatcher Workshop. San Diego Natural History Museum, 1996 Calgnat '95. Symposium on the Biology of the California Gnatcatcher, 1995 Exotic Pest Plant Symposium, 1994 Bird Banding Workshop, hyo County, 1993 Permits U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Permit #PRT-787924 for California Gnatcatcher, Southwestern Willow Flycatcher (survey and nest monitor), and Least Bell's Vi (nest monitoring), and remove cowbird eggs and chicks from these Memorandum of Understanding with the California Department of Fsh and Game Species for Califka Gnatcatchex, Least Bell's Vireo, and Willow Flycatcher to nest monitor and remove cowbird eggs and chicks Experience 6 yeam of experience RECON 1997-present, Ecologist, Wildlife Biologist Conducts zoological surv~ys, including directed surveys for beate& and endangered species such as the coastal California Gnatcatcher, least Bell's vireo, and willow flycatcher. Has nest-monitored least Bell's vireo and coastal California gnatcatchers. Has sm-mammal trapping and tagging experience. Maps vegetation of sensitive habitats, analyzes potential impacts to biological resouras which may result from proposed development, develops appropriate mitigation measures, and prepares technical reports. Is knowledgeable of both CEQA and NEPA and consults with resource agencies, including California Departmeut of Fish and Game, U.S. Amy Corps of Engineers, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Cmatly field coordinator for a noise impact study. Nest-monitoring bird species found m coastal sage scrub and riparian habitats, including managing field crews in surveys. Also, conducting zoological surveys for impact reprts. MS BiologiCai Services 1996-1997, Wildlife Biologist RECON Spiegelberg. 2 a e B San Diego State University, Department of Biology 1995- 1996, Wildlife Biologist University of California, Riverside 1996, Wildlife Biologist CaIifoda Department of Transportation, District 11 1992-1995 and 1996-1997, Contract Ecologist Sari Diego State University, Department of Biology 1995, Teaching Assistant Bidystems Analysis, Inc. 1992, hm Parks and Recreation, Oakland 1989-1990, Environmental Technician Selected Projects Biological Resoarces Inventory and Andy& Reports East J Street School Site, City of aula Vista Brandywine Site, City of Chula Vista Interstate 15 Widening at Pomerado, Caltrans I- 15/Balboa pipe Realignment, Caltrans SR-67 Pavement Overlays, Caltrans ResearchProjects Work plan for Effects of Noise on Least Bell's Vireo at MCAS Pendleton (co- Work Plan for Effects of Noise on Coastal California Gnatcatcher at MCAS First-Year Study Results of the Effects of Noise on Least BeU's Vireo at MCAS First-Year Study Results of the Effects of Now on Coastal Wornia Gnatcatcher \ author) Miramar (-author) Camp Pendleton atMCASMiramar Habitat Restoration Plans and Modtoring Programs Bonita Road Mitigation Site, Caltrans First Annual Report for Bonita Road Mitigation Site, Caltrans Publications Sediment Survey in the Montclair Park Pond In Conservation and Restoration in An Investigation of Extra-pair Paternity in Least Bell's Vireo, Vireo bellii pusillus. San Francisco California, edited by D. Sloan. U.C. Berkeley. 1990. Master's Thesis. San Diego State University. Grants and Sigma Xi National Chapter, 1995 Fellowships Sigma Xi San Diego Chapter, 1996 __-- __ But', , CHARLES 4241 IUTLAND DR 9201 SAN DIEGO, CA PEARSON, DIANE CORP. OFFICE 4241 JUTLAND DR #201 5kN DIEGO, CA RECON 4241 JUTLAND DR #201 SAtJ DIEGO, CA 92 I 17-3653 ISSUED TO (BUSINESS OWNER): REGIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULT 4241 JUTLAND DR e201 LICENSE MUST BE POSTED SAN DIEGO, CA 321 17 619-270-5066 BUSXNESS PREMISES TO CONDUCT THE (BUSINESS CLASSIFICATION):* SEAV ICES , NEC NOTIFY BUSINESS LICENSE 0 BUSINESS AS (DBA, BUSINESS NAME): IF YOU CHANGE LOCATION OR RECON OPERAT ION. 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