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REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AGREEMENTS FOR THE PREPARATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE ROBERTSON RANCH MASTER PLAN - EIR 03-03
DEPT. HD.
CITY ATTY.
CITY MGR
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
That the City Council ADOPT Resolution No. 2004-084 , APPROVING agreements
with BRG Consulting, Inc. and Calavera Hills II, LLC, for the preparation of an Environmental Impact
Report (EIR 03-03) for the Robertson Ranch Master Plan - MP 02-03.
ITEM EXPLANATION:
Calavera Hills 11, LLC has submitted a Master Plan application (MP 02-03) and related applications
for the Robertson Ranch Master Plan on property generally located north of El Camino Real and east
of Tamarack Avenue in Local Facilities Management Zone 14. The Master Plan proposes a mix of
uses including single-family residential, multi-family residential, community facilities, commercial, City
park, school site, and open space on approximately 403.7 acres of undeveloped agricultural lands referred to as the Robertson Ranch.
Based on an initial study prepared for the Master Plan and staffs review of the project, staff has
concluded that the proposal could result in potentially significant environmental impacts.
Consequently, the project will require the preparation of an EIR. Staff sent requests for proposal for
the preparation of the Robertson Ranch EIR to eight (8) consulting firms, four (4) of which submitted
formal proposals to the Planning Department. The Planning Department, in conjunction with
representatives from the City’s Engineering Department, conducted a thorough review of each
proposal, the responses to the scope of work, the experience of the individuals involved and the firm
itself, and performance and product delivery schedules.
After reviewing the proposals, staff recommends hiring BRG Consulting, Inc., to prepare the project
EIR. The BRG proposal was well prepared, exhibited a thorough understanding of the scope of
work, and included a schedule and cost proposal that was acceptable to staff and the applicant given
the complexities of the project.
Therefore, staff recommends approval of the attached consulting agreement with BRG Consulting,
Inc., and the agreement with Calavera Hills II, LLC, as the applicant.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The total cost of the consulting services to prepare the EIR is $149,923. The applicant, Calavera
Hills II, LLC, will pay for the EIR per the attached agreement.
EXHIBITS:
1. City Council Resolution No. 2004-084 , with Exhibit 1: Agreement with BRG
Consulting, Inc., for the Preparation of an EIR, and Exnibit 2: Agreement between City and Calavera
Hills II, LLC for Payment of the EIR Consultant.
2. Proposal to prepare an EIR for the Robertson Ranch Master Plan, without appendix, prepared
by BRG Consulting, Inc. (on file with the City Clerk).
DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Barbara Kennedy, (760) 602-4626, bkenn@ci.carlsbad.ca.us
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RESOLUTION NO. 2004-084
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONSULTING
AGREEMENTS WITH BRG CONSULTING, INC. FOR THE
PREPARATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
AND AN AGREEMENT WITH CALAVERA HILLS II, LLC FOR
FOR THE ROBERTSON RANCH MASTER PLAN (MP 02-03)
PAYMENT FOR THE PREPARATION OF EIR 03-03.
The City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, does hereby resolve as
follows:
1. That a consulting agreement with BRG Consulting, Inc. for consulting
services to prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Robertson Ranch Master Plan - MP 02-03 (Exhibit I), and an agreement with Calavera Hills II, LLC for the payment of the EIR
consultant (Exhibit 2) are hereby approved and the City Manager is authorized to execute said
agreements.
2. Following the City Manager’s execution of said agreements, the City
Clerk is directed to forward copies of this resolution and said agreements to BRG Consulting,
Inc., Attention: Erich Lathers, 304 Ivy Street, San Diego, CA 92101; Calavera Hills II, LLC,
Attention: Brian Milich, 2727 Hoover Avenue, National City, CA 91950; and the Planning
Department.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad on the 16th day of March 2004, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Council Members Lewis, Finnila, Kulchin, Hall and Packard
ATTEST:
(SEAL)
EXHIBIT I
AGREEMENT WITH BRG CONSULTING, INC. FOR THE PREPARATION OF AN
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR ROBERTSON RANCH (EIR 03-03)
THIS AGREEMENT, made this l7* day of h**& ,20&-, between the
CITY OF CARLSBAD, a municipal corporation of the State of California, hereinafter
referred to as "CITY", and BRG Consulting, Inc. hereinafter referred to as
TO NT RACTOR.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the CITY has entered into an agreement with Calavera Hills II, LLC
hereinafter called applicant, wherein the CITY agrees to prepare an Environmental
Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed project identified as the Robertson Ranch - MP
02-03 which is located between Tamarack Avenue and Cannon Road and more
precisely shown on the plat marked Attachment I, attached hereto and made a part
hereof; and
WHEREAS, the CONTRACTOR has the qualifications to prepare the required
Environmental Impact Report; and
WHEREAS, it is understood that the CONTRACTOR shall be an independent
contractor of the CITY;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of their mutual covenants and conditions,
the parties hereto agree as follows:
1. CONTRACTOR OBLIGATIONS
CONTRACTOR shall prepare an Environrnenta! Impact Report on !he subject
project in accord with the California Environmental Cuality Act as implemented by the
State Guidelines and by CITY in Title ?9 of ihe Carlsbad Municipal Code and its
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implementing resolutions. In carrying out this obligation the CONTRACTORS duties
shall include the following:
(a) The CONTRACTOR shall, consistent with the Work Program contained in
Attachment 2, (1) make all necessary and required field explorations, reviews and tests;
(2) make all necessary and required laboratory tests and analyses; (3) appear and be
prepared to answer questions and prepare testimony on the final Environmental Impact
Report at all public hearings before the Planning Commission and the City Council prior
to the certification of the report; (4) make all reports necessary to comply with the
requirements of this section. Before preparing the draft report, the CONTRACTOR
shall submit five copies of a preliminary report (first and second screen check EIR) to
the Planning Director for staff review. The CONTRACTOR shall revise the preliminary
reports as requested by staff in order to make it suitable for draft EIR review.
(b) CONTRACTOR shall prepare a draft report in compliance with the Work
(unless Program contained in Attachment 2 on file at the Planning Department
otherwise stated in this agreement), attached hereto and made a part hereof and with
applicable state law and CITY ordinances. The CONTRACTOR shall submit to CITY
fifty copies (25 in 3-ring binders) plus a reproducible master of the draft Environmental
Impact Report to the CITY.
(c) CONTRACTOR shall attempt to determine as soon as possible in the
study of the area involved, those factors which could severely inhibit or prohibit the
proposed project. If it appears that such factors are present, CONTRACTOR shall so
inform the Planning Director who in turn will discuss with the applicant the feasibility of
continuing with the report. The objective of this subsection of the agreement is to
minimize the cost if these adverse factors exist.
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(d) CONTRACTOR shall prepare and file with the CITY written responses to
all comments received subsequent to public notice that the draft Environmental Impact
Report has been filed. CONTRACTOR shall also prepare any response necessary to
matters raised at the public hearings. The written responses shall be prepared in a form
that will permit the responses to be incorporated into the final Environmental Impact
Report.
2. CITY OBLIGATIONS
(a) The CITY will make payment to the CONTRACTOR as provided for in this
agreement.
(b) The CITY will make available to the CONTRACTOR any documents,
studies, or other information in its possession related to the proposed project.
(c) The CITY will review the Preliminary Report presented by the
CONTRACTOR within fourteen working days of their receipt and make written
comments to the CONTRACTOR within that time period.
(d) The CITY shall provide the CONTRACTOR with copies of all written
comments received on the draft Environmental Impact Report subsequent to public
notice that the draft Environmental Impact Report has been filed and is available for
public review.
3. TIME OF COMPLETION
Time is of the essence in carrying out the terms of this agreement. It is
understood that inclement weather conditions may delay the completion of field work.
The CONTRACTOR will be allowed as many additional days as are necessary to
compensate for days lost due to inclement weather. The CONTRACTOR shall submit
to the CITY five copies of the Preliminary Environmental Impact Report within six weeks
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of the signing of this agreement by both concerned parties. The CONTRACTOR shall
submit to the CITY fifty copies of the draft Environmental Impact Report within ten
working days of the completed staff review of the Preliminary Environmental Impact
Report.
4. PAYMENT
The CONTRACTOR will be paid a maximum of One Hundred Forty-nine
Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-three Dollars ($149,923) for all work necessary to
carry out the requirements of this agreement. Actual payment shall be based on the
cost of the report based on the costs as set forth in Attachment 3 on file at the Planning
Department. The CONTRACTOR shall be paid within 30 days, in response to monthly
invoices, based on the percentage of the tasks completed according to Attachment 3.
The final ten (IO) percent of the contract amount will be paid, not to exceed the
maximum amount provided in this agreement, within thirty (30) days after receipt of
invoice, to be submitted after the certification of the Environmental Impact Report by the
City Council.
5. LIMITS OF THE OBLIGATION
The limits of the obligation of the CITY under this agreement is the sum of
$149,923 which amount is estimated to be sufficient to compensate the CONTRACTOR
for all services performed hereunder during the terms of this agreement. In the event
at any time it appears to the CONTRACTOR that said sum may not be sufficient, he
shall immediately so notify the Planning Director. He will not perform any work or incur
any obligation beyond said sum of $149,923 without appropriate amendment to this
agreement.
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6. CHANGES IN WORK
If, in the course of this contract, changes seem merited by the CONTRACTOR or
the CITY and informal consultations indicate that a change in the conditions of the
contract is warranted, the CONTRACTOR or the CITY may request a change in the
contract. Such changes shall be processed by the CITY in the following manner. A
letter outlining the required changes shall be forwarded to the CITY or CONTRACTOR
to inform them of the proposed changes along with a statement of estimated changes
in charges or time schedule. After reaching mutual agreement on the proposal, a
supplemental agreement shall be prepared by the CITY and approved by the CITY
according to the procedures described in Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 3.28.1 72.
Such supplemental agreement shall not render ineffective or invalid unaffected portions
of the agreement. Changes requiring immediate action by the CONTRACTOR or the
CITY shall be ordered by the Planning Director who will inform a principal of the
CONTRACTORS firm of the necessity of such action and follow up with a supplemental
agreement covering such work.
The lump sum amounts detailed in this agreement shall be adjusted for changes,
either additive or deductive, in the scope of work, provided such changes are processed
according to the procedures in this paragraph.
7. COVENANTS AGAINST CONTINGENT FEES
The CONTRACTOR warrants that their firm has not employed or retained any
company or person, other than a bona fide employee working for the CONTRACTOR,
to solicit or secure this agreement, and that CONTRACTOR has not paid or agreed to
pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee, any fee, commission,
percentage, brokerage fee, gift, or any other corisidsration contingent upon, or resulting
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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 full amount of such fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fees, gift, or contingent
fee.
8. NONDISCRIMINATION CLAUSE
The CONTRACTOR shall comply with the state and federal laws regarding
nondiscrimination.
9. TERMINATION OF CONTRACT
The CITY may terminate this agreement at any time by giving written notice to
the CONTRACTOR of such termination and specifying the effective date thereof, at
least fifteen days prior to the effective date of the termination. In the event of
termination, all finished or unfinished documents and other materials prepared pursuant
to this agreement shall become its property. Upon termination for reasons other than
breach of this agreement CITY shall pay CONTRACTOR the reasonable value of the
services completed to the date of notice of determination.
IO. 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 Planning Director. A copy of such documented dispute
shall be forwarded to both parties involved along with recommended methods of
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resolution which would be of benefit to both parties. The CITY Planning Director or
principal receiving the letter shall reply to the letter along with a recommended method
of resolution within ten (IO) days. If the resolution thus obtained is unsatisfactory to the
aggrieved party, a letter outlining the dispute shall be forwarded to the City Council for
their resolution through the office of the City Manager. The City Council may then opt
to consider the directed solution to the problem. In such cases, the action of the City
Council shall be binding upon the parties involved, although nothing in this procedure
shall prohibit the parties seeking remedies available to them at law.
1 I. CLAIMS AND LAWSUITS
The CONTRACTOR agrees that any contract claim submitted to the City must
be asserted as part of the contract process as set forth in this agreement and not in
anticipation of litigation or in conjunction with litigation. The CONTRACTOR
acknowledges that if a false claim is submitted to the City, it may be considered fraud
and the CONTRACTOR may be subject to criminal prosecution. The CONTRACTOR
acknowledges that California Government Code Sections 12650 et sea., the False
Claims Act, provides for civil penalties where a person knowingly submits a false claim
to a public entity. These provisions include false claims made with deliberate ignorance
of the false information or in reckless disregard of the truth or falsity of information. If
the City of Carlsbad seeks to recover penalties pursuant to the False Claims Act, it is
entitled to recover its litigation costs, including attorney’s fees. The CONTRACTOR
acknowledges that the filing of a false claim may subject the CONTRACTOR to an
administrative debarment proceeding wherein the CONTRACTOR may be prevented to
act as a contractor on any public work or improvement for a period of up to five (5)
years. The CONTRACTOR acknowledges debarment by another jurisdiction is
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grounds for the City of Carlsbad to disqualify the CONTRACTOR from the selection
process. c@$' ,(Initial)
The provisions of Carlsbad Municipal Code Sections 3.32.025, 3.32.026,
3.32.027 and 3.32.08 pertaining to false claims are incorporated herein by reference.
iw nitial)
12. STATUS OF THE CONTRACTOR
The CONTRACTOR shall perform the services provided for herein in
CONTRACTORS own way as an independent contractor' and in pursuit of
CONTRACTORS independent calling, and not as an employee of the CITY.
CONTRACTOR shall be under control of the CITY only as to the result to be
accomplished, but shall consult with the CITY as provided for in the 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 to 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, on behalf of the CONTRACTOR. The CONTRACTOR
agrees to indemnify the CITY for any tax, retirement contribution, social security,
overtime payment, or workers' compensation payment which the CITY may be required
to make on behalf of the CONTRACTOR or any employee of the CONTRACTOR for
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work done under this agreement.
The CONTRACTOR shall be aware of the requirements of the Immigration
Reform and Control Act of 1986 and shall comply with those requirements, including,
but not limited to, verifying the eligibility for employment of all agents, employees,
subcontractors and CONTRACTORS that are included in this agreement.
13. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS
All documents and materials prepared pursuant to this agreement are the
property of the CITY. The CITY shall have the unrestricted authority to publish,
disclose, distribute and otherwise use, in whole or in part, any reports, data, or other
materials prepared under this agreement.
14. 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.
15. RELEASE OF INFORMATION BY CONTRACTOR
Any reports, information or other data, prepared or assembled by the
CONTRACTOR under this agreement shall not be made available to any individual or
organization by the CONTRACTOR without prior written approval of the CITY.
16. HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
CONTRACTOR agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City of Carlsbad and
its officers, officials, employees and volunteers from and against all claims, damages,
losses and expenses including attorney fees arising out of the performance 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
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employed by any of them or anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable, except
where caused by the active negligence, sole negligence, or willful misconduct of the
City of Carlsbad.
CONTRACTOR shall at its own expense, upon written request by the City,
defend any such suit or action brought against the City, its officers, officials, employees
and volunteers. CONTRACTOR’S indemnification of City shall not be limited by any
prior or subsequent declaration by the CONTRACTOR.
17. ASSIGNMENT OF CONTRACT
CONTRACTOR shall not assign this contract or any part hereof or any monies
due or to become due thereunder without prior written consent of the CITY.
18. SUBCONTRACTING
If the CONTRACTOR shall subcontract any of the work to be performed under
this contract by CONTRACTOR, the CONTRACTOR shall be fully responsible to the
CITY for the acts and omissions of its subcontractor and of the persons either directly
or indirectly employed by its subcontractor, as it is for the acts and omissions of
persons directly employed by it. Nothing contained in this contract shall create any
employee or contractual relationship between any subcontractor of CONTRACTOR and
the CITY. The CONTRACTOR shall bind every subcontractor and every subcontractor
of the subcontractor by their terms of this contract applicable to its work unless
specifically noted to the contrary in the subcontract in question approved in writing by
the CITY.
19. 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 to take part in negotiating, making, accepting
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or approving any architectural, engineering, inspection, construction, or material supply
contract or subcontract in connection with the construction of the project, shall become
directly or indirectly interested personally in this contract or in any part thereof. No
officer, employee, architect, attorney, engineer or inspector of or for the CITY who is
authorized in such capacity and on behalf of the CITY to exercise any executive,
supervisory or other similar functions in connection with the performance of this contract
shall become directly or indirectly interested personally in this contract or any part
hereof.
20. VERBAL AGREEMENT OR CONVERSATION
No verbal agreement or conversation with any officer, agent or employee or 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 shall such verbal agreement or
conversation entitle the CONTRACTOR to any additional payment whatsoever under
the terms of this contract.
21. SUCCESSOR OR ASSIGNS
Subject to the provision of Paragraph IO, "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.
22. EFFECTIVE DATE
This agreement shall be effective on and from the day and year first written
above.
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23. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
The CONTRACTOR shall file a Conflict of Interest Statement with the City Clerk
in accordance with the requirements of the City of Carlsbad Conflict of Interest Code.
The CONTRACTOR shall report investments or interests in all four categories.
24. INSURANCE
The CONTRACTOR shall obtain and maintain for the duration of the contract
and any and all amendments insurance against claims for injuries to persons or
damage to property which may arise out of or in connection with performance of the
work hereunder by the CONTRACTOR, its 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 a current Best's Key Rating of not less than "A-:V" and shall meet the
City's policy for insurance as stated in Resolution No. 91-403.
A. Coveraaes and Limits.
CONTRACTOR shall maintain the types of coverages and minimum limits
indicated herein, unless a lower amount is approved by the City Attorney or City
Manager:
1. Comprehensive General Liabifity fnsurance. $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 apply
separately to the work under this contract or the general aggregate shall be twice the
required per occurrence limit.
2. Automobile Liability (if the use of an automobile is involved for
CONTRACTORS work for the City). $1,000,000 combined single-limit per accident for
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bodily 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 and
Employer's Liability limits of $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury.
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 shall be named as an additional insured on all policies
excluding Workers' Compensation.
2. The CONTRACTOR shall furnish certificates of insurance to the
City before commencement of work.
3.
4.
The CONTRACTOR shall obtain occurrence coverage.
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, or 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 and the City may collect the same from the
CONTRACTOR or deduct the amount paid from any sums due the CONTRACTOR
under this agreement
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25. 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: Associate Planner
Name: Barbara Kennedv
Address: Citv of Carlsbad, Plannina Department
1635 Faradav Avenue, Carlsbad CA 92008
For Contractor: Title: Senior Proiect Manager
Name: Tim Gnibus
Address: 304 Ivv Street
San Diego CA 92101-2030
Arch itecVLicense Number: NIA
ArchitecVLicense Number: N/A
26. BUSINESS LICENSE
CONTRACTOR shall obtain and maintain a City of Carlsbad Business License
for the duration of the contract.
27. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This agreement, together with any other written document referred to or
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 discharges except by an instrument in
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writing executed by the party against which enforcement of such amendment, waiver or
discharge is sought.
Executed by CONTRACTOR this dayof ,20 03.
CONTRACTOR:
BRG Consulting, Inc.
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(Name of Contract%)
By:
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CITY OF CARLSBAD, a municipal
corporation of the State of California
ATTEST:
(Proper notarial acknowledgment of execution by bONTRACTOR must be attached).
(Chairman, president or vice-president and secretary, assistant secretary, CFO or assistant
treasurer must sign for corporations. Otherwise, the corporation must attach a resolution
certified by the secretary or assistant secretary under corporate seal empowering the offker(s)
signing to bind the corporation.)
(If signed by an individual partner, the partnership must attach a statement of partnership
authorizing the partner to execute this instrument).
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
RONALD R. BALL, City Attorney
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/Deputy City Attorney
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO
On 9 /a9/0 3 before me, /tl 6 me=
Notary Public, personally appeared /?. LA?-&PS , [ ] personally
known to me - or [flproved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be theperson(s) whose
pam~(s)is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me thatWshe/they
executed the same il.Lhis/her/their authorized Mies), and that by hishedtheir $matureis)
on the instrument thehs), or the entity upon behalf of which the persnn(s) acted, executed
the instrument.
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COMM. #1272984 0 M.C.GOMEZ
YCTARY PUBLIC-CALIFORNIA 4 WITNESS my hand and official seal.
(Signature of Notqy
ATTACHMENT 1
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ROBERTSON RANCH
EIR 03-03
ATTACHMENT 2
ROBERTSON RANCH MASTER PLAN
AND RELATED APPLICATIONS
PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT SCOPE OF WORK
EIR 03-03
PROJECT LOCATION & DESCRIPTION
The Robertson Ranch project site is located in northwestern San Diego County in the northeast
quadrant of the City of Carlsbad. The project site is situated within Local Facilities Management
Zone 14. The site is generally located on the east side of El Camino Real, south of Tamarack
Avenue and covers approximately 403.7 acres of undeveloped agricultural lands referred to as
the Robertson Ranch. The property is divided into two ownerships, the 184.3 acre East Village,
owned by the Calavera Hills II, LLC (Applicant; a partnership of McMillin Communities and
Brookfield Homes), and the 219.4 acre West Village, owned by the Robertson Family Trust.
Primary local access to the East Village is provided via future Cannon Road. Primary access to
the West Village is provided from El Camino Real, with local access via Tamarack Avenue and
through the future extensions of Glasgow Drive and Edinburg Drive to the north. The proposed
master plan would provide up to 1 ’1 22 residential dwelling units of varying densities. At least
15% of the units are required to be affordable to lower income households to meet the City’s
inclusionary housing requirements. In addition to the residential component, the master plan
proposes a local shopping center, community facility sites, school, public park, RV storage,
roads, detention basins and open space.
The site is included as a standards area in the City’s Habitat Management Plan (HMP). City
staff and the applicant have been working with the wildlife agencies to develop an acceptable
developmenVpreservation configuration (i.e. a “hardline plan”) for inclusion in the City’s HMP
and the MHCP. A tentative agreement has been reached concerning the proposed hardline.
The existing General Plan Land Use Designation for the Robertson Ranch is primarily RLM with
approximately 14 acres designated RM near the corner of Tamarack Avenue and El Camino
Real. Two “floating” designations also exist on the site: “E” - Elementary School Site and “L” -
Local Shopping Center Designation. The zone designation for the majority of the site is
currently being amended from LC- Limited Control to PC. A 5.7 acre site on the east side of
future Cannon Road will be designated as RMHP - Residential Mobile Home Park to
accommodate the relocation of Rancho Carlsbad Mobile Home Park RV storage and garden
area. The Master Plan will require a General Plan Amendment to reflect the boundaries of the
proposed land uses.
The Robertson Ranch Master Plan will provide a comprehensive set of guidelines, regulations,
and implementation programs intended to ensure the orderly development of the East and
West Villages independently in accordance with the City’s General Plan, amended Local
Facilities Management Plan for Zone 14, and the City’s Habitat Management Plan. The
proposed Master Plan will define the allowable types and intensity of land use, will provide
detailed development and design standards and criteria, and will describe the method by which
the Robertson Ranch Master Plan will be implemented. It is important to note that the draft
Master Plan proposed bv the applicant is currentlv under review bv staff and the location
of the land uses and densities of residential development may be modified. Currently, the
draft Master Plan consists of the uses described below:
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East Villaqe
The East Village is currently proposed-for housing types in the Medium Density (RM) and High
Density (RH) residential categories. Single-family residences proposed in the medium density
category would occur on lots with a minimum lot area of 5,000 square feet. The high-density
multi-family site would be used to satisfy the City’s 15% inclusionary housing requirement for
the East Village. Property on the south side of Cannon Road is designated RM and RMHP.
The RMHP designated site will be used by the Rancho Carlsbad Mobile Home Park as the
relocation site for their RV storage and garden area. Recreational Vehicle storage will also be
required for the East Village and may be located within the developable area in Planning Area
1 IC on the north side of future College Boulevard. Other uses within the East Village include a
community recreation area, detention basin and open space. Access to the East Village would
be via the future extensions of Cannon Road and College Boulevard. The number of units,
density, and location of land uses within the East Village is subject to change pending a more
complete review of the Master Plan.
West Villaqe
The West Village is currently proposed for housing types in the Medium Density (RM) and High
Density (RH) residential categories. Single-family residences proposed in the medium density
category would occur on lots with a minimum lot area of 7,500 square feet. The high-density
multi-family site would be used to satisfy the City’s 15% inclusionary housing requirement for
the West Village and would likely contain market-rate units as well. In addition to the residential
components, the West Village proposes community facility sites, a commercial site, an
elementary school site, and a public park site. Recreational vehicle storage may also be
required for the West Village. Primary access to the West Village would be via El Camino Real.
Local connections will also be provided to Tamarack Avenue, Edinburg Drive and Glasgow
Drive. The West Village is anticipated to be the second phase of development within the
Master Plan and the existing agricultural uses would continue on for some period of time. The
number of units, density, and location of land uses within the West Village is subject to change
pending a more complete review of the Master Plan.
Proposed Road Improvements
Primary local access to the East Village will be via the future extension of College Boulevard
and Cannon Road proposed with the Calavera Hills Phase I1 Master Plan which is currently
under construction. The environmental analysis for the construction of the portions of College
Boulevard and Cannon Road within the Robertson Ranch Master Plan area is part of the
certified EIR prepared for the Calavera Hills Master Plan Amendment/B&TD #4 (EIR 98-02). In
addition to constructing the on-site local and collector streets in each village, development of
the West Village will necessitate improvements to El Camino Real, a prime arterial on the City’s
Circulation Element. Improvements will require an additional northbound lane, frontage curb,
gutter and sidewalk and landscaping. Build-out design will be 126-foot ROW, three thru-lanes
in each direction, with 18-foot raised median and’bike lanes. Access to the West Village will
also be via the extension of Edinburg Drive and Glasgow Drive, as well as via local access
points on Tamarack Avenue.
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Public Services and Utilities
A City requirement for this project is the preparation of a Local Facilities Management Plan
Amendment for Zone 14. The amendment identifies special conditions which any development
project in the zone must comply with in order to maintain acceptable public facility service
levels. The constraints analysis and build-out calculations will also need to be updated for Zone
14.
PROJECT PHASING
The project is anticipated to be developed in several phases which may occur over a period of
approximately 10-20 years, in response to market demands. It is anticipated that the East
village will be developed as Phase I. Dedication of the park and school sites, and re-vegetation
of the central wildlife corridor may be required with Phase I. The West Village, or a portion
thereof, may remain in agricultural production in the interim, which is anticipated to be 5 - 20
years at this time. The proposed Master Plan and Zone 14 LFMP amendment include detailed
project descriptions and phasing plans.
COVERAGE OF THE EIR
The Program EIR will cover the General Plan Amendment, Master Plan, Local Facilities
Management Plan Amendment (Zone 14), and all other concurrent or subsequent discretionary
actions.
Discretion arv Act ions
The following actions/approvals will be under consideration by the City Council as part of the
proposed project and as analyzed in this EIR:
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Master Plan. The applicant is requesting approval of a new Master Plan that will allow
for the phased development of the East and West Villages. The habitat preserve areas,
open space, and various development areas will be established as part of the Master
Plan
General Plan Amendment (GPA). An amendment of the General Plan is required in
order to designate the various types of development and to designate the open space
preservation areas. The GPA is also required in order to shift allowable dwelling units
provided for by the existing General Plan which are located within the HMP “hardline” in
accordance with the City’s Habitat Management Plan.
Local Facilities Management Plan Amendment for Zone 14. Pursuant to the
requirements of the City of Carlsbad’s Growth Management Program, Title 21, Chapter
21.90 of the Municipal Code, an amendment to LFMP Zone 14 is being proposed in
conjunction with the development proposal. The amended LFMP will describe all public
facilities requirements and set forth the timing of installation and financing for all public
facilities within the East and West Villages.
Master Tentative Map. A master tentative map may be required to designate the
various planning areas and open space lots within each of the Villages.
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TM for Residential Subdivision. A subdivision map has been submitted for Phase I
(East Village). Although this application may be processed concurrently with the Master
Plan, it is anticipated that it will not go forward to Planning Commission and City Council
until after the Master Plan is approved.
Site Development Plan. A Site Development Plan will be required for the affordable
housing components and will need to be processed concurrently with any residential
subdivisions.
Planned Development Permit. A Planned Development Permit will be required for any
condominium or small-lot planned developments and will need to be processed
concurrently with any residential subdivisions.
Hillside Development Permit. Proposed grading within the East and West Villages
must be conducted in conformance with the City of Carlsbad’s Hillside Development
0 rd i nance.
Scenic Corridor Special Use Permit. Scenic Corridors, as designated within the City
of Carlsbad Scenic Corridor Guidelines, consists of arterial streets which the City has
determined are worthy of special treatment in order to improve or protect scenic views
and traffic safety. Three of the project roadways are identified in the Scenic Corridor
Guidelines: El Camino Real is identified as a Community Theme Corridor and College
Boulevard and Cannon Road are identified as Community Scenic Corridors. The
purpose of this permit is to review the project for conformance with the provisions
established in the Scenic Corridor Guidelines and Scenic Preservation Overlay Zone.
Floodplain Special Use Permits. A Floodplain Special Use Permit is required before
construction or development begins within any area of special flood hazards, flood-
related erosion hazards or mudslide hazards, as established in Section 21.1 10.070 of
the Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC). A Floodplain Special Use Permit will be required
for portions of the proposed development prior to tentative map approval and prior to
final map pursuant to Section 21.1 10..180 of the CMC.
State and Federal Permits. As a part of the proposed Project, various state and
federal permits will be required to implement the Project. These permits may include,
but are not limited to, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 404 permit or Nationwide Permit
39, California Department of Fish and Game 1601 and 1603 Permits, and U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service Section 7 Consultation and 401 Permit.
Future Discretionary Actions. The Program EIR will form the basis for environmental
review of future discretionary actions required to implement the Project. Implementation
of the project will require subsequent approval of tentative subdivision maps, planned
development permits, site development permits and other related implementing actions,
including, but not limited to grading and building permits.
The Program EIR will be required to analyze potential impacts of the proposed actions
for the entire project area including the future discretionary actions which will be
required and have been specified in the Draft Master Plan text.
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The issues to be discussed in the Program EIR include:
Air Quality
Agriculture
Archeological and Paleontological Resources
Biological resources
Geology/Soils
Hazards
Land use Compatibility
Noise
Population/Housing
Public Services and Utilities
Solid Waste
Traffic/C i rcu la t ion
Visual AesthetWGrading
Water Quality/Hydrology
BACKGROUND
Carlsbad is a city with a population of approximately 88,000 people. The City is located along
the northern coast of San Diego County thirty miles north of downtown San Diego. It is
bordered to the north and northeast by the City of Oceanside, to the south by the City of
Encinitas, on the east by the Cities of Vista and San Marcos, and on the west by the PaCific
Ocean. Carlsbad has a combination of industrial, commercial and residential development,
including a large regional shopping center, and auto retail center, a large industrial park area,
the LEGOLAND California Educational Park, and a regional airport. The City contains three
lagoons, extensive agricultural areas and large tracts of undeveloped land. The total area of
the City of Carlsbad is approximately 40 square miles.
AVAILABLE INFORMATION
The following studies and pertinent information are available for review and use in the
preparation of this Environmental Impact Report.
It should be noted that some of the studieslreports below prepared for the proposed
proiect may have been revisedlamended, or may include addendum’slupdates since
oriqinal publication. In such cases the Consultant shall use the latestlmost correct
information available.
1. Vesting Tentative Map, Planned Development Permit, Architectural Plans, Landscape
Concept Plan and Constraints Map for Robertson Ranch East Village, O’Day
Consultants, dated received August 2, 2002.
2. Constraints Map for Robertson Ranch, O’Day Consultants, dated June 2003.
3. Robertson Ranch Master Plan, Applicants: Calavera 11, LLC and the Robertson Family,
dated July 12, 2002.
4. Draft Zone 14 Local Facilities Manaclement Plan and Finance Amendment, Planning
Systems, dated July 5, 2002.
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5. Acoustical Site Assessment Robertson Ranch East & West Villaqe - Investigative
Science and Engineering, Inc., dated July 2, 2002.
6. Air Quality Site Assessment Robertson Ranch East & West Villaqe - Investigative
Science and Engineering, Inc., dated July 2, 2002.
7. Bioloqical Constraints Report for the Robertson Ranch Proiect, Merkel & Associates,
dated August 21, 2002.
8. Cultural Resources Survey and Evaluation for the Proposed Robertson Ranch Proiect
and Part II Confidential Appendices, Brian F. Smith and Associates, dated June 17,
2002.
9. Cultural Resources Survey and Evaluation Part I Confidential Appendices, Brian F.
Smith and Associates, dated January 20, 2002.
10. Geotechnical Evaluation of the Robertson Ranch Property, GeoSoils, Inc, dated January
29, 2002.
11. Paleontoloqical Resource Assessment, Robertson Ranch, Brian F. Smith and
Associates, dated January 16, 2002.
12. Phase I Environmental Site Assessment - Robertson Ranch Parcel 1, GeoSoils, Inc.,
dated revised September 13, 2001.
13. Phase I Environmental Site Assessment - Robertson Ranch Parcel 2, GeoSoils, Inc.,
dated revised September 13, 2001.
14. Preliminary Drainaqe Studv for Robertson Ranch East Villaqe, O’Day Consultants, Inc.,
dated March 2002.
Robertson Ranch at San Dieqo Countv, Wetland Delineation Report, Glenn Lukos
Associates, dated June 5, 2002.
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16. Transportation Analysis for Robertson Ranch, Urban Systems Associates, Inc., dated
July 24, 2002.
General studieslreports:
1. Habitat Manaqement Plan for Natural Communities in the City of Carlsbad, City of
Carlsbad, dated December 1999 with addendum.
2. Final Master Environmental Impact Report for the Citv of Carlsbad General Plan Update
(MEIR 93-01), City of Carlsbad Planning Department, dated March 1994.
3. San Dieqo Countv Important Farmland 2000, California Department of Conservation,
dated September 2002.
4. Local Facilities Manaqement Plan Zone 14, Hofman Planning Associates, approved by
the City Council February 6, 1990.
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Calavera Hills Master Plan, Bridqe and Thorouqhfare District No. 4, & Detention Basins
Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR No. 98-02), Recon, Certified by Carlsbad City Council January 15,2002.
Citv of Carlsbad General Plan, adopted by Carlsbad City Council September 6, 1994,
and General Plan Land Use Map.
Citv of Carlsbad Zoninq Requlations, (Title 21 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code) and
Zoning Map.
Open Space and Conservation Resource Manaqement Plan, prepared by Wallace,
Roberts & Todd, dated June 1992.
Citv of Carlsbad Scenic Corridor Guidelines, prepared by CYP, Inc., dated July 1, 1988.
Citv of Carlsbad LandscaDe Manual, adopted by City Council on November 13, 1990.
Citv of Carlsbad Environmental Protection Procedures, (Title 19 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code).
Citvwide Trails Proqram Report, City of Carlsbad, June 2001.
El Camino Real Corridor Development Standards, City of Carlsbad, February 8, 1984.
Citv of Carlsbad Historic Preservation Ordinance, (Title 22 of the Carlsbad Municipal
Code).
Citv of Carlsbad Cultural Resource Guidelines, prepared by RECON, dated December
1990.
2001 Traffic Monitorinq Proqram, prepared by VRPA Technologies, dated December 27,
2001.
Comprehensive Land Use Plan McClellan-Palomar Airport, prepared by San Diego
Association of Governments, adopted April 1994.
California Airport Land Use Planninq Handbook, California Department of
Transportation, Division of Aeronautics, January 2002.
Environmental Impact Assessment Form - Part II for Robertson Ranch dated July 16,
2003.
SCOPE OF CONSULTANT SERVICES
The consultant shall prepare an Environmental Impact Report for the Robertson Ranch Master
Plan and related applications which is acceptable to the City. The EIR shall be prepared
pursuant to all applicable state laws and shall conform to the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) and State EIR guidelines.
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The consultant shall be responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all
information contained in the Final Draft EIR. If the Consultant does not wish to accept
responsibility for the information contained in the technical studies, the Consultant shall
provide to the City statements siqned by the appropriate technical consultant accepting
responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any studies/reports prepared bv that
technical consultant. These siqned statements of responsibility shall be made a part of
the appendices of the EIR.
The Consultant shall:
Obtain all reference material and conduct all research and field data collection
necessary to prepare the EIR.
Identify, discuss and develop appropriate mitigation monitoring programs for any
impacts which may be associated with the short-term and/or long-term development of
the site.
Provide five (5) screen check draft documents for city staff review which will be
consistent with CEQA and the Carlsbad Environmental Protection Ordinance (Title 19 of
the Carlsbad Municipal Code) within six (6) weeks from entering into agreement with the
City.
Provide five (5) copies of the revised Draft EIR text, including appendices and exhibits,
which incorporate staff's written recommendations and revisions to the screen check
Draft EIR, in addition to the first draft of a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
and Candidate Findings of Fact within ten (IO) weeks from entering into agreement with
the City.
Provide fifty-one (51) copies of the City-approved Draft EIR with appendices, exhibits,
and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. Twenty-five (25) of those copies
shall be in 3-ring, loose-leaf binders, and twenty-five (25) shall be spiral-bound copies.
One copy shall be an un-bound reproducible copy.
Provide ten (IO) copies of the City-approved Draft EIR with appendices, exhibits, and
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program on CD's, including one (1) Master CD from
which copies can be made.
Respond to comments made during the Draft EIR public review period. Consultant shall
submit written responses to comments and provide five (5) screen check Final EIR
documents which include all comments on the Draft EIR within two (2) weeks after the
public review period. In addition five (5) copies of the Candidate Findings of Fact
incorporating staff's comments shall be submitted.
Provide five (5) copies of the Final Draft EIR, including appendices and exhibits, which
shall incorporate staff's written recommendations and revisions to the screen check
Final EIR, a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and a separate submittal
consisting of the Candidate Findings of Fact within two (2) weeks of receiving the written
comments from City Staff on the responses to comments and the Final EIR.
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9. Provide fifty-one (51) copies of the City-approved Final EIR with appendices and
exhibits. Twenty-five (25) of those copies shall be in 3-ring, loose-leaf binders, and
twenty-five (25) shall be spiral-bound copies. One copy shall be an un-bound
reproducible copy.
10. Provide ten (IO) copies of the City-approved Final EIR with appendices, exhibits, and
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program on CD’s, including one (1) Master CD from
which copies can be made.
11. Attend up to ten (1 0) meetings, including but not limited to:
w One (I) kick-off meeting with City Staff.
One (1) public scoping meeting.
Two (2) meetings with staff to discuss issues regarding the preparation of the-
screen check draft.
One (I) meeting with staff to review comments on the screen check draft.
One (1) meeting with staff to review responses to public comments and the final
draft.
Up to three (3) public hearings with presentations as necessary as determined
by City staff.
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12. In addition, as part of the proposal, the consultant should provide a detailed Work
Program designed to comprehensively address and analyze the scope of issues
identified and described below:
INTRODUCTION AND EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The introductory chapter and executive summary is a required section under CEQA. This
section should provide sufficient detail to evaluate and review the environmental impacts of the
project, but not excessive detail. It may be used as a “stand alone” document.
Tasks:
1. The consultant shall prepare an introductory chapter and executive summary pursuant
to all applicable CEQA requirements. This section should identify the project location
and boundaries on detailed regional maps. It should include a general description of the
project’s technical, economic, and environmental characteristics. It should include a
statement briefly describing the intended uses of the EIR. It should also list the
agencies which are expected to use the EIR in their decision-making and the approvals
for which the EIR will be used. This section must itemize and discuss briefly each
significant effect of the project, as well as proposed mitigation measures required and
alternatives which would reduce or avoid that impact. It should identify areas of
controversy and issues raised by agencies or the public. Issues which would remain to
be resolved should be called out, including the choices among alternatives and whether
or how to mitigate the significant impacts.
The EIR shall comprehensively address and analyze the scope of issues identified and
described below:
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AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES
Proiect Backuround
Q majority of the project area is being used for on-going agricultural activities. The site has
been used for agricultural uses from at least 1928 to the present. Approximately 286 acres of
farmland will be removed from production and converted to other uses. Various portions of the
property are designated as Prime Farmland, Farmland of Statewide Importance, Unique
Farmland, and Farmland of Local Importance according to the San Diego County Important
Farmland 2000, California Department of Conservation, dated September 2002. Further
analysis is necessary to determine if that loss is significant.
Tasks:
1. The consultants shall describe the project’s agricultural setting and analyze the
agricultural quality of the site and the impact of the project on state and local agricultural
resources. This shall include an analysis of type, amount, location, and economic value
of the farmland which will be converted to non-farming uses. It shall also identify any
impacts or conflicts with thresholds for farmland conversion established by the State
Department of Conservation.
2. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant and/or direct and indirect impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
AIR QUALITY
Proiect Backuround
The project contains a pedestrian and bicycle trail system which will connect to the citywide trail
system. While this system will provide for these alternative forms of transportation to the
automobile it is not anticipated that it will result in a significant reduction in average daily vehicle
trips. Mass transit will be limited to bus routes determined to be feasible by the North County
Transit District (NCTD).
Although the project has been designed to encourage pedestrian traffic to the greatest extent
possible and to accommodate public transit adjacent to the multi-family housing and
commercial areas, the development of the proposed project will result in an incremental
increase in local and regional air pollution. Grading for the project may also contribute
significantly to the generation of fugitive dust. The San Diego Air Basin is classified as a
“severe” non-attainment area for both federal and state standards for ozone (smog). The San
Diego Air Basin also exceeds the state standard for airborne particulate matter.
Impacts from the project may include construction emissions, equipment exhaust, fugitive dust,
and vehicle emissions. The project’s impact may be significant as the region presently does not
meet air quality standards. Additional mitigation measures may be necessary such as providing
for public transit in the project design and implementation of various Transportation Control
Measures (TCMs) to reduce trips, vehicle usage, miles traveled, idling, or traffic congestion.
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Tasks:
1. The consultant shall discuss the project setting, including a review of the regional
meteorology. The consultant shall review and address both short-term and long-term air
quality impacts of the project. Recommended analysis to determine emissions resulting
from the project may include:
a) Provision of a summary of required emissions data;
b) Calculations of air quality impacts and emissions during construction and
operation of the project; and,
c) Modeling of air quality impacts, including modeling of ambient air quality.
2. Air quality impacts shall be analyzed in regard to the following:
a) Project emissions from vehicular and stationary sources
b) GradinglBlasting and Construction
c) Compliance with federal and state standards as well as regional air quality attainment plans.
The consultant shall perform a third party review of the Air Quality Site Assessment and
incorporate the findings of the review into the text of the EIR.
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4. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Proiect Backwound
The Robertson Ranch project area was surveyed for cultural resources in 2002 which resulted
in the identification of 18 cultural resource locations. The report states that 11 of the sites were
determined to be not important either during the current investigation or by previous
investigators: impacts to these sites will not be adverse, and mitigation measures are not
necessary. The remaining seven sites have been determined to be important under CEQA and
mitigation measures will be required to reduce the impacts to these sites to a level below
significant.
A Paleontological Resource Assessment was prepared for the subject property in 2002. The
report supports the necessity of a paleontological monitoring and mitigation program during any
grading/earth moving activities that may occur in conjunction with development of the property.
The western and southern parts of the site are underlain by the middle Eocene Santiago
Formation and by overlain Quaternary fluvial-terrace deposits, both of which have yielded
locally important fossil marine invertebrates, terrestrial vertebrates, and paleobotanical
materials.
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Tasks:
1. The consultant shall demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications for Cultural
Resource Professionals required by the “City of Carlsbad Cultural Resource Guidelines”
dated December 1990.
2. The consultant shall perform a third party review of the cultural resources and
paleontological resource assessments. The consultant shall identify any
flaws/inadequacies in the analysis and conclusions and, if no flaws/inadequacies are
found, shall incorporate the findings of the reports/assessments into the text of the EIR.
3. All field work, research, report preparation and determinations of significance shall be
done in accordance with the requirements of the “City of Carlsbad Cultural Resource
Guidelines” dated December 1990.
4. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Proiect Background
The 403.7-acre site includes extensive tracts of active agricultural lands (288 acres), as well as
a nursery and a number of wetland and upland habitat types. Several drainages occur on site
and a vestigial area of marsh is located at the northwestern corner of the site. A substantial
north-south wildlife corridor is envisioned within the Carlsbad HMP that would link Agua
Hedionda Lagoon with Calavera Hills. The Robertson lands are a critical linkage for the
establishment of this corridor. Since existing native vegetation present on-site does not
naturally provide such a linkage, the development proposals will require revegetation efforts to
accomplish this objective.
Merkel & Associates has prepared a Biological Constraints Reports for the project and has
indicated that impacts to biological resources and wetlands are expected to occur as a result of
the proposed project, and that secondary impacts may occur to gnatcatcher populations. This
study shall be utilized in the preparation of this section of the EIR. Although the City’s Habitat
Management Plan (HMP) has not yet been adopted by all of the State and Federal Resource
agencies, the mitigation measures contained in the draft HMP will be applicable to this project.
Tasks:
1. The consultant shall describe the biological setting and shall perform a third-party review
of the Biological Constrains Report and Wetlands Delineation Report. The consultant
shall evaluate the methodologies and conclusions contained in the reports for legal and
scientific adequacy and accuracy to ensure that the impact and mitigation analyses are
of a scale and level of effort appropriate to the requirements of the project. The
consultant shall identify any flaws in the methodologies and/or conclusions and, if no
flaws are found, shall incorporate the findings of the review into the text of the EIR.
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The Consultant shall evaluate the proposed draft HMP “hardline” for consistency with
the HMP standards for Zone 14.
Light and glare impacts on the preserve areas shall be analyzed.
Project impacts to wetlands areas shall be evaluated.
The consultant shall identify any additional impacts to open space areas resulting from
road easements to service utility or drainage areas.
The consultant shall identify any impacts to open space resulting from the proposed trail
system and potential users including, but not limited to pedestrians, equestrians and
cyclists.
The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
GEOLOGY/SOILS
Proiect Backqround
A variety of soils conditions exist on the project site. The soils report for the site indicates the
presence of rock which may require blasting. Other concerns identified in the soils report are
the removal of unsuitable earth materials and a recommendation for an increased structural
setback of at least 50’ from the top of the existing slope located above Tamarack Drive.
Tasks:
1. The consultant shall describe the geological setting, including existing soil and geologic
conditions. The consultant shall perform a third-party review of the Geotechnical
Evaluation prepared for the project site. The consultant shall evaluate the analysis and
conclusions contained in the report and evaluate the adequacy of the impact analysis,
particularly with regard to unstable soils, remedial earthwork, landslides, rocky soils,
fault rupture, seismic ground shaking, subsidence, settlement, surcharging, liquefaction,
proposed slope stability, and groundwater impacts. The consultant shall identify any
flaws/inadequacies in the analyses and conclusions and, if no flaws/inadequacies are
found, shall incorporate the findings of the reports/assessments into the text of the EIR.
2. The consultant shall evaluate the applicability and limit of ripping, blasting, and/or rock
crushing operations and the additional environmental impacts such operations would
have particularly on nearby developed properties.
The consultant shall evaluate the potential for over-excavation, removal, recompaction,
or export of unsuitable soils relative to creating additional impacts on habitat
preservation areas.
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4. An analysis of groundwater and the potential for groundwater impacts to the proposed
project, roads, and structures will be required.
5. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
HAZARDS
Proiect Backqround
The project site and vicinity has the potential to be impacted by a number of different types of
hazards including floodplains, high fire hazard areas, and electromagnetic field hazards related
to high voltage electrical transmission lines. These potential hazards as they relate to the
project require analysis to determine if project approval would put persons and property at an
unacceptable risk.
A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment was prepared for the Robertson Ranch property.
These studies provide information relating to the potential for agricultural chemical residues and
the presence of hazardous materials on the site.
Tasks:
The consultant shall evaluate all available floodplain mapping and source documents to
determine the boundaries of the floodplain as they apply to the project site. Grade
alterations proposed by the development shall be reviewed to determine their impact on
the floodplain. The consultant shall also review the City of Carlsbad Floodplain
Regulations to determine if the project is in compliance with the requirements contained
within the ordinance.
The consultant shall identify the areas of the project site which are considered to be high
fire hazard areas. The City’s Fire Marshal shall be consulted as to the acceptability of
proposed development sites adjacent to high fire hazard areas as well as possible
mitigation measures needed to reach an acceptable level of safety.
The consultant shall evaluate the analysis and conclusions in the Phase I Environmental
Site Assessment. The consultant shall identify any flaws/ inadequacies in the analysis
and conclusions and, if no flawslinadequacies are found, shall incorporate the findings
of the reports/assessments into the text of the EIR.
The consultant shall evaluate the potential for electromagnetic field hazards from the
major transmission lines which cross the project site.
The consultant shall identify the location of the high-pressure jet fuel line within El
Camino Real and identify any hazards or constraints which may be associated with the
location of certain land uses, such as the proposed school or day care.
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6. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
LAND USE COMPATIBILITY
Proiect Backqround
The project includes a number of discretionary permits including the creation of a new Master
Plan and a General Plan Amendment, Local Facilities Management Plan Amendment for Zone
14, Tentative Map, Hillside Development Permit, and Special Use Permit. The area is
surrounded primarily by existing residential development or property which has project
applications on file that have been or are being reviewed. The City Council’s adoption of the
Draft Habitat Management Plan (HMP) for the property has established the areas to be
preserved and those areas which may be developed. The HMP provides for amending the
General Plan to designate the preserve areas as open space and adjusting the land use
designations on the areas to be developed. The General Plan Amendment will provide for a
transfer of the allowed residential density to other sites and, in some instances, will result in a
higher-density land use designation than currently exists on the site. The precise location of the
“floating” shopping center and school site designations will need to be adjusted, as well as the
park and community facilities sites.
The project boundaries are adjacent to residential and open space land uses. A variety of
residential product types and lot sizes have been constructed on the properties bordering the
project boundaries. Compatibility between proposed uses and existing/proposed land uses is a
major issue.
Tasks:
1. The consultant shall describe the environmental setting of the project. This will include
a discussion of any inconsistencies between the proposed project and the City’s
adopted General Plan and zoning, and any applicable regional plans. The consultant
shall examine the existing physical conditions as well as the potential future conditions.
2. The consultant shall perform a detailed project review to confirm the project’s
compliance with City ordinances and policies. The ordinances and policies shall include:
1) the City of Carlsbad General Plan, 2) the Draft Habitat Management Plan, 3) the
Carlsbad Zoning Ordinance (Title 21) including the Hillside Development Regulations,
Floodplain Regulations, and Growth Management Chapter, 4) McClellan Palomar Airport
Comprehensive Land Use Plan, 5) Scenic Corridor Guidelines, 6) Landscape Manual, 7)
Open Space and Conservation Resource Management Plan, 8) El Camino Real
Corridor Development Standards, and 9) Subdivision Regulations (Title 20).
3. The consultant shall analyze the land use compatibility between the proposed
development and surrounding existing and proposed development. Areas of particular
concern are the residential development to the north, the mobile home park to the east,
and the residential uses bordering the corner of Tamarack and El Camino Real, and the
future commercial site.
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4. The consultant shall analyze the impacts of the proposed General Plan Amendment,
Master Plan, and related applications on the subject site.
5. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
NOISE
Proiect Backqround
The project site will experience some noise impacts from the surrounding existing and future
roadways. Surrounding existing major streets include El Camino Real and Tamarack Avenue.
Additionally, the College Boulevard/Cannon Road extension is currently under construction as
part of the Phase II Calavera Hills Master Plan. The site is located within the Noise Impact
Notification Area of the McClellan-Palomar Airport Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) and
may experience noise associated with the airport operations. Impacts associated with
construction noise, which may include blasting, ripping, and or rock crushing operations may
introduce additional noise into the area. Increases in traffic volumes may also add incremental
noise. Nuisance noise may be generated from the loading areas of the commercial site,
community facilities site, school site, and the park site.
Tasks:
1. The consultant shall perform a third party review of the acoustical analysis. The
consultant shall identify any flaws/ inadequacies in the analysis and conclusions and, if
no flawslinadequacies are found, shall incorporate the findings of the
reportslassessments into the text of the EIR.
2. Recommendations for mitigation measures or requirements for additional studies shall
be presented as necessary in the EIR.
3. The Noise Element of the General Plan and City of Carlsbad Noise Guidelines Manual
shall be consulted to assure proposed mitigation measures do not conflict with adopted
policies and guidelines.
4. The McClellan-Palomar Airport CLUP shall also be reviewed to determine what
additional requirements of the airport plan shall be imposed on the project.
5. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
POPULATION/HOUSING
Proiect Backsround
The proposal may increase the local population projections for the Zone 14 LFMP since 1,064
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units were estimated for the project area based on the RLM and RM General Plan land use
designations. Furthermore, based on a recent constraints analysis, 984 units would be
permitted under Growth Management. In order to develop the project as proposed, units would
either need to be acquired through a density bonus under state law or allocated to the project
from the City’s “Excess Dwelling Unit Bank’ for the purpose of providing the required 15%
inclusionary housing requirement.
Existing land uses will need to be modified to reflect the proposed type and density of
development and to designate the open space areas.
Tasks:
1. The consultant shall make a comparison to the General Plan and Zone 14 Dwelling Unit
allowances for the East and West Villages.
2. The consultant shall analyze the proposal to determine if it will induce substantial growth
in the area either directly or indirectly.
3. The consultant shall evaluate if sufficient public utilities are provided for the density in
excess of the control point to ensure that the adequacy of the City’s public facility plans
will not be adversely impacted.
4. The consult shall evaluate if there have been sufficient developments approved in‘the
quadrant at densities below the control point so that the project will not result in
exceeding the quadrant limit.
5. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES
Proiect Backsround
The proposed project includes the preparation of an amendment to the Local Facilities
Management Plan for Zone 14. The proposed General Plan Amendment would revise the land
uses for the property, thereby creating the requirement to amend the existing Zone 14 LFMP
and determine if the demand on public services and facilities will be significant.
Tasks:
1. The consultant shall describe the project setting and shall determine the demands of the
entire project for the following: a) water; b) reclaimed water; c) sewer treatment capacity;
d) gas and electric services; e) schools; f) police services; and g) fire protection.
2. The consultant shall determine the ability of the agencies providing the services in item
number 1 above to meet the demands of the proposed project in order to conclude
whether a significant impact will be created.
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3. The emergency response plans of the City of Carlsbad shall be analyzed in conjunction
with the proposed project to determine if the project will interfere with existing plans.
4. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
TRANS PORTATION/C I RC U LATl ON
Proiect Backaround
The change in land uses proposed by this project will alter the densities in various areas and
will have corresponding changes in the amount of traffic generated. The environmental
analysis for that portion of College Boulevard and Cannon Road that will serve the Robertson
Ranch Master Plan is covered by the EIR prepared for the Calavera Hills Master Plan
Amendment (EIR 98-02).
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The consultant shall perform a third party review of the Transportation Analysis for
Robertson Ranch, dated July 24, 2002 (Report, hereinafter). The consultant shall
identify any flaws/inadequacies in the analyses and conclusions and, if no
flaws/inadequacies are found, shall incorporate the findings of the reports/assessments
into the text of the EIR.
Review the traffic report prepared as part of EIR 98-02 and verify that the land-
use/density assumptions for the Robertson Ranch Master Plan areas are not exceeded.
Review the Report to ensure that all requirements of the City’of Carlsbad’s Growth
Management Program are satisfied.
Ensure the study limits of the Report extend to those road segments and intersections
where 20% or more of project-generated traffic is expected to impact.
Ensure that the Report identifies the level-of-service (LOS) for the road segments and
intersections for current, near-term and build-out scenarios are identified as it relates to
the proposed project.
Identify locations of signalized intersections.
Review the Report for conformance against SANTECATE Guidelines for Traffic Impact
Studies in the San Diego Region.
Review the Report against the assumptions made within the City’s latest build-out traffic
model.
Review the Tentative Map exhibits to verify the project is constructing all required
infrastructure to ensure that the City Growth Management standards are met.
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Review the Tentative Map exhibits to identify any potential conflicts for intersection sight
distance and vehicular decisions associated with the project, using Caltrans standards.
Identify if the proposed project offers potential impacts to areas outside the City of
Carlsbad, and if the project requires any mitigation measures.
Ensure that all required mitigation measures identified in the Report are included in the
EIR for this project.
The components of the traffic/circulation analysis should include vehicular traffic, public
transportation, bike and pedestrian traffic, and parking. An evaluation of the pedestrian
and bicycle circulation system for potential hazards shall also be completed.
The consultant’s analysis should make a determination as to the provision of adequate
access to adjacent properties in compliance with City of Carlsbad access requirements.
The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
VISUAL AESTH ETICS/G RAD1 NG
Proiect Backsround
The project site is visible from El Camino Real which is designated as a scenic highway and the site contributes to the “back country vistas” seen along this roadway. The site will also be
visible from Cannon Road and College Boulevard which are designated as Community Theme
Corridors. The potential grading/landform and aesthetic impacts associated with this project
include cut and fill slopes in the hillside topography and alteration of the existing topography.
Tasks:
1. The consultant shall describe the existing visual setting of the site including elevations
and topography.
2. Visual simulations of the final graded project, taken from several vantage points, shall
be prepared and evaluated. The visual simulations should include 1) existing
conditions, 2) the proposed graded pads, and 3) the graded pads with the proposed
maximum building heights depicted. Areas of particular concern are views from El
Camino Real, Cannon Road, College Boulevard, and Tamarack Avenue.
3. The consultant shall analyze the proposed landform alteration for compliance with the
City’s Hillside Development Ordinance.
4. The changes to the visual setting shall be analyzed based on conformance with the
General Plan, Scenic Corridor Guidelines, and the El Camino Real Scenic Corridor
policies to determine if the project would result in a significant negative visual impact.
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5. An evaluation of the aesthetic impacts associated with the proposed phasing of grading, particularly with stockpile and borrow sites, shall be completed.
6. The proposed grading phases shall be evaluated for ways to ensure minimal impacts to
surrounding areas.
7. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
WATER QUALITY/HYDROLOGY
The proposed project will incorporate required erosion and sedimentation control devices to
mitigate potential water quality and biological impacts from erosion. Increased runoff from
newly created impervious surfaces such as paving combined with urban pollutants associated
with the proposed development may significantly impact Calavera Creek and the Agua
Hedionda Lagoon. Mitigation measures to reduce these impacts as prescribed by the California
Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), San Diego Region, will be required.
Development and implementation of Best Management Practices (BMP) and compliance with
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements is required for
urban pollutant runoff mitigation. The preliminary drainage study and preliminary Storm Water
Management Plan (SWMP) to be prepared by the applicant for the proposed project shall be
utilized in the preparation of this section of the EIR.
Tasks:
Using available data, the consultant shall describe the hydrological setting (existing
hydrological conditions) of the site and general drainage characteristics. A discussion of
existing water quality, based on available RWQCB data for the project, shall also be
included in the EIR.
The consultant shall review the Preliminary Drainage Study prepared for the project.
The consultant shall identify any flawslinadequacies in the analyses and conclusions
and, if no flaws/inadequacies are found, shall incorporate the findings of the
reports/assessments into the text of the EIR.
The consultant shall evaluate the proposed drainage systems adequacy in regulating
the discharge rates of drainage from the project site.
The consultant shall evaluate the degree to which the project will alter existing drainage
patterns to determine if a significant impact will be created.
The consultant shall review the preliminary SWMP prepared for the project. The
consultant shall review the SWMP for consistency with the City’s Standard Urban Storm
Water Management Plan (SUSUMP), National Pollution Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) permit (Order No. 2001-Ol), and other applicable Federal, State and local
laws, guidelines, and/or requirements.
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6. The consultant shall address and recommend appropriate mitigation measures to
reduce erosion potential onsite.
7. The consultant shall analyze and evaluate the potential impacts to Calavera Creek and
Agua Hedionda Lagoon and ensure that the reports identify all pollutants of concern for
this project and the BMP measures required to address them.
8. The consultant shall evaluate the proposed project for National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System permit compliance.
9. The consultant shall ensure that maintenance of the permanent detention/pollution
control basins is included in the EIR.
IO. The consultant shall identify maintenance requirements of the structural BMP measures
being implemepted with this project.
11. The consultant shall evaluate the proposed project for impacts to wetlands.
12. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
CUMULATIVE IMPACTS
The development of the proposed project may lead to several cumulative impacts which need
to be addressed. These cumulative impacts may include, but may not be limited to: a)
degradation of air quality; b) increased traffic congestion; c) increased requirements for public
facilities/utilities; and d) habitat loss.
Task:
1. As required by CEQA, the EIR shall address cumulative impacts for the proposed
project. This shall include an identification of past, present, and reasonably anticipated
future projects producing related or cumulative impacts, and shall include a summary of
the environmental impacts expected to result from those projects. It should contain an
analysis of the cumulative impacts of relevant projects and any reasonable options for
mitigating or avoiding any significant cumulative impacts of the proposed project.
2. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
GROWTH INDUCEMENT
The project site is located adjacent to the proposed extensions of Cannon Road and College
Boulevard and is bounded by Tamarack Avenue along the north and El Camino Real on the
south. Over 50% of the perimeter of the site is developed. The proposed development will
extend existing utilities, and improve the frontage along El Camino Real. The project will
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provide a future elementary school site and public park sites, and commercial and community
facilities sites as well as a range of residential development.
Task:
1. As required by CEQA, the EIR shall address the impacts of growth inducement created
by the proposed project.
2. The consultant shall identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any
significant and less than significant, direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the
project; recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify
any impacts remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
ALTERNATIVES
As required by CEQA, the consultant shall analyze various project alternatives and provide an
assessment of the potential impacts associated with each alternative. The consultant shall
include in the EIR some discussion of why each of the selected alternatives was chosen for
analysis. The consultant shall provide a listing of the environmental advantages and
disadvantages of each alternative. The alternatives shall include the following:
1. Proiect Alternative 1 - “No Proiect” Alternative - This alternative shall analyze the
impacts associated with no development on the entire site.
2. Proiect Alternative 2 - “Land Use Alternative” - The consultant shall evaluate a variation
of the project which would delete the proposed commercial site in the event the “Sunny
Creek commercial site is developed.
3. Proiect Alternative 3- “Alternative Sites Analvsis” - The consultant shall analyze one
alternative site for the proposed project. This off-site alternative analysis shall provide a
general level review of all of the environmental issues which were evaluated for the
proposed project site. The alternative site will be identified in consultation with City staff.
4. Proiect Alternative 4 - “Alternatives Considered But Reiected” - This alternative would
be based on one or more of the previous land use alternatives submitted by the
applicant.
CEQA MANDATED SECTIONS
The consultant shall include all sections mandated by CEQA in the EIR.
FORMAT
The Program EIR should be prepared in conformance with the following:
Required format and Contents of an
Environmental Impact Report for the City of Carlsbad
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Table of Contents
Summary Significant Effects, Proposed Mitigation and Alternatives
Areas of Controversy
Issue to Be Resolved
Project Location Maps
Statement of Objectives
Technical, Economic and Environmental Characteristics
Intended Uses of the EIR
Agencies Expected to Use the EIR
List of Permits and Approvals Required
Baseline Environmental Conditions
Resources Unique to the Region
Consistency with Regional Plans
Significant Effects
Significant Effects Which Cannot Be Avoided or Mitigated
Significant Irreversible Changes
Growth Inducing Impacts
Mitigation Measures
Project Description
Environmental Setting
Consideration and Discussion of Environmental Impacts
Measure proposed by the Applicant
Measures recommended by the City or others
Discussion of alternative mitigation measures
Alternatives
Effects Not Found to be Significant
Organizations and Persons Consulted
Discussion of Cumulative Impacts
For Final EIR:
The DElR or a revision of it
Comments and Recommendations Received on the DElR
Persons, Organizations, and Public Agencies commenting on the DElR
Responses to Comments
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ATTACHMENT 3
Fee Proposal for the Robertson Ranch Master Plan Program EIR
C. CONTRACT PRICE AND ALLOWABLE COST
1 .o ITEMIZED FEE SCHEDULE
This section provides our fee proposal for the services to be rendered by the BRG Team. BRG will furnish all of the
labor, technical, administrative, professional and other personnel, as well as all supplies and materials, machinery,
equipment, printing vehicles, transportation, office space and facilities, calculations and other means, except those
specified in the RFP to be furnished by the City or property owners, necessary or proper to perform and complete the
work and provide the services described in the Scope of Work and Deliverables section of this proposal.
The total fee is broken down per task as outlined in the Scope of Work and Deliverables.
r
Task 1 $2,868.00
Task 2 $49,248.00
Task 3 $19,251.00
Task 4 $9,858.00
Task 5 $1 1,322.00
Task 6 $!j,595.00
Task 7 $2,656.00
Task 8 $2,788 .00
Task 9 $1,515.OO
Task 10 $6,979.00
Other Direct Costs $8,720.00
Subconsultants $29,123.00
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Other Direct Costs include but are not limited to: document printing miscellaneous reproduction, travel expenses, and
postage. These reimbursable expenses will be tracked separately and broken out in our monthly invoices. All work
identified in the Scope of Work will be performed at a "Not to Exceed" contract price of $149,923.00
7.0
The following table includes an itemized account of the estimated hours per staff necessary to complete each project
task, as identified in Section 4, Scope of Work and Deliverables, of this proposal.
ESTIMATE OF HOURS TO BE SPENT/PERSON/sUBCONTRACTOR
August 8,2003 If. 3 .1.[3.[ .
10/21/2003 15:28 FAX 6192980146 BRG CONSULTING @I 002
CORPORATE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of BRG Consulting, Inc., having been duly assembled;
and,
WHEREAS, said Board of Directors does wish to install Erich A. Latheis as President of
the corporation; and,
WHEREAS, Mr. Lathers having accepted the office and responsibilitie; of the office of
President of the Corporation; it is
RESOLVED, that Erich A. Lathers be, and is, installed as President of BRG Consulting;
and,
RESOLVED FURTHER that, Mr. Lathers, as President, may bind the Cxporation to any
action to come before the Corporation by affixing his singular signatiire.
The undersigned hereby certifies that she is the duly elected and qualified Secretary
and the custodian of the books and records and seal of BRG Consultilig, Inc., a
corporation duly formed pursuant to the laws of the State of Californ a and that the
foregoing is a true record of a resolution duly adopted at a meeting of the Board of
Directors and that said meeting was held in accordance with state law and the Bylaws
of the above-named Corporation on April 18, 2000,and that said resclution is now in full
force and effect without modification or rescission.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have executed my name as Secretary and have hereunto
affixed the corporate seal of the above-named Corporation this SeDtmber 29,2003.
Terdsa Torices
Secretary
EXHIBIT 2
AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY AND APPLICANT (Calavera Hills II. LLC.)
FOR PAYMENT OF EIR CONSULTANT
THIS AGREEMENT is made this 1%" day of EC\c~-rch 720 0 9,
between the CITY OF CARLSBAD, a municipal corporation of the State of California,
hereinafter referred to as CITY, and Calavera Hills II, LLC. hereinafter referred to as
"AP PL I CANT".
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the APPLICANT has filed with the CITY a request for
approval of a proposed project identified as Robertson Ranch - MP 02-03 requiring an
Environmental Impact Report; and
WHEREAS, CITY has determined that its current staff is inadequate in
number to process the Environmental Impact Report in a timely and thorough manner;
and
WHEREAS, APPLICANT in order to ensure the expeditious processing of
said Environmental Impact Report desires to pay to CITY the amount necessary to hire
a CONSULTANT.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants and conditions, it
is agreed as follows:
I. The CITY will engage the firm of BRG Consulting, Inc. hereinafter
referred to as "CONTRACTOR" to perform the necessary work in the processing and
monitoring of the Environmental Impact Report for that area more particularly depicted
upon a site map attached as Attachment 1 and made a part of this agreement.
2. It is understood that the CONTRACTOR services shall conform to
the Proposal attached as Attachment 2 and made a part of this agreement, and may
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requ ire :
a) Field exploration;
b)
c) Written reports; and
d) Such other work necessary to properly evaluate the
Weekly communication with the City staff;
proposed project as directed by the Planning Director.
3. It is understood that the CITY will direct the CONTRACTOR to
complete a draft and final Environmental Impact Report at the earliest feasible time.
The CITY will advise the APPLICANT in writing of any impacts which may render the
proposed project infeasible within a reasonable time after CITY has received the
CONTRACTOR 's conclusions in writing.
4. The APPLICANT shall pay to the CITY the actual cost of the
CONTRACTOR 's services. Such cost shall be based on the costs set forth in
Attachment 3. The APPLICANT has advanced the sum of $ 149,923 as payment on
account for the actual cost of the CONTRACTOR'S services. In the event it appears, as
the work progresses, that said sum will not be sufficient to cover the actual cost, the
CITY will notify the APPLICANT of the difference between the amount deposited and
the new estimated cost. CITY will ensure, to the extent feasible, that no further work
will be performed by the CONTRACTOR incurring an obligation beyond the amount
advanced without an appropriate amendment to this Agreement. If the actual cost of
preparing the report is less than the APPLICANT'S advance, any surplus will be
refunded to APPLICANT by CITY.
5. It is understood that the CONTRACTOR shall be an independent
contractor of the CITY and CITY shall not be liable for any negligent acts or omissions
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of the CONTRACTOR. The APPLICANT agrees to permit the CONTRACTOR to enter
upon his property and to perform all work thereon as the CONTRACTOR deems
necessary to complete the Environmental Impact Report. It is agreed that the
APPLICANT will not interfere with the CONTRACTOR in the performance of such work
or attempt to influence such CONTRACTOR during the course of his investigation and
report.
6. It is understood that the CITY will attempt to bring the
Environmental Impact Report to Planning Commission and City Council as soon as
possible, barring no delays from the APPLICANT.
7. Applicant hereby agrees to defend and indemnify the City in any
action, proceeding, or claim brought by a third party arising out of the City’s selection
of the environmental consultantkontractor, in accordance with the provisions for
defense and indemnity in paragraph 8. herein.
8. The City shall not be required to defend any third party claims and
suits challenging any action taken by the City with regard to any procedure or
substantive aspect of the City’s environmental process and approval of development of
the property. If the City, in its sole and absolute discretion defends such action or
proceeding, the Applicant shall be responsible and reimburse the City for whatever
legal fees and costs, in their entirely, may be incurred by the City in defense of such
action or proceeding. The City shall have the absolute right to retain such legal counsel
as the City deems necessary and appropriate. Applicant shall reimburse the City for
any award of court costs or attorney fees made against City in favor of any third party
challenging either the sufficiency of a negative declaration or EIR or the validity of the
City’s approval of the application. This obligation survives until all legal proceedings
have been concluded and continues even if the City’s approval is not validated.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this agreement on
the day and year first above written.
Executed by APPLICANT this 8 day of - ,20=.
APPLICANT:
Calavera Hills II, LLC
CITY OF CARLSBAD, a municipal
corporation of the State of California
By:
(Name of Applicant) ‘City Manager ddaycz
ATTEST:
A&7&;dw
(print name herekitle)
(sign here) / i >or3 &w-€LL / d,P
(print name herehitle)
(Proper notarial acknowledgment of execution by Contractor must be attached.)
(Chairman, president or vice-president and secretary, assistant secretary, CFO or assistant
treasurer must sign for corporations. Otherwise, the corporation must attach a resolution
certified by the secretary or assistant secretary under corporate seal empowering the oficer(s)
signing to bind the corporation.)
(If signed by an individual partner, the partnership must attach a statement of partnership
authorizing the partner to execute this instrument).
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
RONALD R. BALL, City Attorney
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO
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On ob*f$jW3before me,
Notary Public, personally appeared /
known to me - or [ e to be the persoawhose
name@pare subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that kekkelthey
executed the same in hMcr/their authorized capaci-, and that by kisffredtheir signaturo
the instrument.
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Attachment 1
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SITE
ROBERTSON RANCH
EIR 03-03
Attachment 2
Fee Proposal for the Robertson Ranch Master Plan Program EIR
C. CONTRACT PRICE AND ALLOWABLE COST
1 .o ITEMIZED FEE SCHEDULE
This section provides our fee proposal for the services to be rendered by the BRG Team. BRG will furnish all of the
labor, technical, administrative, professional and other personnel, as well as all supplies and materials, machinery,
equipment, printing vehicles, transportation, office space and facilities, calculations and other means, except those
specified in the RFP to be furnished by the City or property owners, necessary or proper to perform and complete the
work and provide the services described in the Scope of Work and Deliverables section of this proposal.
The total fee is broken down per task as outlined in the Scope of Work and Deliverables.
Task 1 $2,868.00
Task 2 $49,248 .OO
Task 3 $19,251.00
Task 4 $9,858.00
Task 5 $1 1,322.00
Task 6 $5,595.00
Task 7 $2,656 .00
Task 8 $2,788.00
Task 9 $1,515.00
Task 10 $6,979.00
Other Direct Costs $8,720.00
Subconsultants $29,123.00
h
Other Direct Costs include but are not limited to: document printing miscellaneous reproduction, travel expenses, and
postage. These reimbursable expenses will be tracked separately and broken out in our monthly invoices. All work
identified in the Scope of Work will be performed at a “Not to Exceed” contract price of.$149,923.00
7.0
The following table includes an itemized account of the estimated hours per staff necessary to complete each project
task, as identifd in Section 4, Scope of Work and Deliverables, of this proposal.
ESTIMATE OF HOURS TO BE SPENT/PERSON/SUBCONTRACTOR
1.i.i.
August 8,2003 L3’/
August 8,2003
Michele Masterson, Management Analyst
City of Carlsbad
Planning Department
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carlsbad, CA 92008
SUBJECT: PROPOSAL FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE ROBERTSON RANCH MASTER PLAN PROGRAM
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
Dear Ms. Masterson:
BRG Consulting, Inc. (BRG) is pleased to submit this proposal for the preparation of a Program Environmental Impact
Report for the proposed Robertson Ranch Master Plan project located in the northeast quadrant of the City of Carlsbad.
BRG is a planning and environmental consulting firm located in San Diego, with over 23 years of experience providing
responsive and cost effective environmental planning services. BRG's qualifications and experience are well-suited for
the proposed project. We have a thorough expertise in the preparation of Environmental Impact Reports and other
CEQA documentation for a wide variety of land use and infrastructure projects located throughout San Diego County.
Mr. Tim Gnibus, AICP, Senior Project Manager will serve as the project manager and day to day contact for the
preparation of the environmental impact report. Mr. Gnibus is a highly experienced project manager with over 15 years
of professional experience in the preparation of CEQA documentation for complex projects throughout Southern
California. He has managed the preparation of ElRs for numerous high profile projects located within the City of
Carlsbad including the Bressi Ranch Master Plan Program EIR, Carlsbad ,Oaks North Specific Plan Program EIR,
Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan Amendment Program EIR, Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan Program EIR, and the
Carlsbad Municipal Golf Course EIR. He has a thorough understanding of the issues surrounding development projects
in the City and is very familiar with City policies and regulations.
We have carefully assembled a team of highly qualified professionals to conduct third-party review of the technical
studies prepared for the project. Our proposed project team does not hold, or expect to hold, a contract with the
applicant (Calavera Hills II, LLC, McMillin Companies or their affiliates, Brookfield Homes, or the Robertson Family
Trust) or property owners affected by the proposed project. BRG has many years of successful experience working
with each proposed member of our project team. Our proposed project team includes the following firms:
VRPA Technologies, Inc. - TrafidCirculation
Marquez 8 Associates - Biological Resources
ASM Affiliates, Inc. - Cultural Resources
Giroux & Associates -Air Quality and Noise
GeoPacifica, Inc. - Geology and Soils
BRG Consulting, Inc . Envrronrnentai Planning and impact Assessment . Lond Use Planning and Permitting
304 Ivy Street San Diego, California . 92101-2030 . 619-298-7127 FAX 619-298-0146
M. Masterson
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We also have an established, professional working relationship with key technical consultants involved in the project
(e.g. Urban Systems Associates, Merkel & Associates, Brian F. Smith and Associates) and have worked with these
firms on other similar projects in Carlsbad. We believe this relationship is critical in bridging the information and
analysis contained in the technical reports to be utilized in the preparation of the Program EIR, with the third-party
review that will be conducted as part of the EIR work program.
In order to be fully responsive to the City's Request for Proposals, our proposal is organized in the following manner:
Cover Letter
1 .O Project Understanding and Approach
2.0 Project Team and Qualifications
3.0 Relevant Project Experience
4.0 Scope of Work and Deliverables
5.0 Schedule
6.0 Itemized Fee Schedule (bound separately in a sealed envelope)
The BRG Team has the ability and depth of experience to perform the work that the City of Carlsbad requires, with the
experience and commitment to complete the CEQA process on time and within budget. The BRG Team is proud of our
track record, represented by the sample projects described in this proposal. We invite you to contact our client
references to confirm the team's record of responsive performance. We recognize the importance of this project and
foresee no constraints or issues that may affect either cost or work progress.
We have reviewed the City's standard EIR consultant contract and we agree to the City's standard contract terms and
conditions.
Thank you for the opportunity to present this proposal to the City of Carlsbad. We look forward to your positive
consideration.
Sincerely,
BRG CONSULTING, INC.
Erich R. Lathe6
President
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1 .o PROJECT UNDERSTANDING AND APPROACH
Proiect Understandinq
The proposed Robertson Ranch Master Plan will guide the orderly
development of an approximately 403-acre area located within the
northeast quadrant of the City. The project area is comprised of
two ownerships, with the 184.3-acre East Village under ownership
of the McMillan Companies, and the 219.4-acre West Village under
the ownership of the Robertson Family Trust. The ownership will,
in part, influence the development phasing of the area.
The project area is one of last remaining large tracts of
undeveloped land in the City. It is highly visible and recognizable
to the surrounding community with views readily available from
Tamarack Avenue and El Camino Real, roadways which define the
western and southern boundaries of the project area. Historically,
the area has been utilized for agricultural production, with field
crops, vacant land, and rolling topography prominently visible from
surrounding areas. Sensitive biological resources on the site
include coastal sage scrub and wetland communities; a creek that
originates from Calavera Lake flows from north to south along the
eastern boundary of the property. The project area is located immediately south of the Calavera Hills II planned
community. The second phase of this community is currently under construction, including the extension of College
Boulevard to its current terminus with El Camino Real, and the extension of Cannon Road, which will intersect with
College Boulevard. To the east of the project area is the Rancho Carlsbad Mobilehome Park, and the Cantarini
Ranch and Holly Springs areas, which are currently in the planning stages. Established residential neighborhoods
border the project area at locations on the north, west, and south.
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The project site is located within a Standards Area of the City’s Draft Habitat Management Plan. The HMP identifies
specific conservation goals and standards which will apply to future development within this area. These standards
include the establishment of a viable linkage to ensure connectivity between Core Areas 3 and 4.
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The City is in the process of amending the zoning of the properly from L-C to PC in order to allow a Master Plan to be
adopted for the project area. The Master Plan is currently under review by City staff, and is subject to modification,
including distribution of land uses, based on that review. The proposed Master Plan will define the distribution and
density of land uses in the project area, as well as provide a comprehensive set of guidelines, regulations, and
implementation programs for the property.
Overall the proposed project will result in the development of residential, commercial, community facilities, school,
public park, RV storage, roads, detention basins and open space uses. Approximately 1,122 residential dwelling
units are proposed. Access to the project area will be via the future extensions of College Boulevard, Cannon Road,
Edinburg Drive and Glasgow Drive, as well as, new access points along Tamarack Avenue.
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The specific phasing of development will ultimately be determined by market demand; however, it is anticipated that
the East Village will be developed as Phase I, with development of the West Village occurring between 5 and 20
years later. Agricultural uses may continue on an interim basis as the area develops. Timing and phasing of
infrastructure and utilities to serve the project will be critical.
Key Environmental Issues
The Program EIR will address a wide range of environmental issues; however, the following are anticipated to be
critical environmental issues:
Land Use. The project will require the approval of numerous discretionary actions, including a Master Plan,
General Plan Amendment, LFMP Amendment, Hillside Development Permit, and Special Use Permit. The
project will need to conform to the standards of the HMP. Also, the West Village is generally surrounded by
established residential neighborhoods, and the East Village is generally surrounded by properties which are in
various stages of planning. The major land use issues are anticipated to involve the project's compliance with
the HMP and the project's land use compatibility with existing and proposed uses surrounding the project area.
Traffic/Circulation. The project area is located northeast of the Tamarack AvenuelEl Camino Real
intersection. Access to the project area will be provided via existing roadways and the construction of new
roadways. Primary local access to the East Village will be provided by the future extensions of Cannon Road
and College Boulevard. Access to the West Village will be provided by Tamarack Avenue as well as the
extension of Edinburg Drive and Glasgow Drive. These streets will connect to existing neighborhoods, which is
likely to result in an increase in interest in the project. The phasing of these roadway improvements will be
important to the orderly development of the project area. The effective communication of traffic and circulation
effects, and proposed improvements will be critical in the EIR.
Biological Resources. The proposed project is located within a Proposed Standards Area as identified within
the City's Habitat Management Plan. The project must be designed, permitted and developed in accordance
with the standards identified in Section D of the HMP, including establishment of habitat linkage area (Link 8).
Conservation goals include establishing, enhancing, and maintaining a viable habitat linkage (Linkage B) to
ensure connectivity for gnatcatchers and other HMP species between Core Areas 3 and 4. The project's impact
to biological resources, and its consistency with the HMP will need to be carefully evaluated. Also, various state
and federal permits will be required prior to development of the property. Resource agencies will rely on the
CEQA documentation as part of issuance of these critical permits.
Agricultural Resources. A majority of the project area has been farmed over the past several decades and
the area is currently utilized for production of irrigated row crops (e.g., tomatoes). The project will result in the
conversion of existing agricultural uses and farmland (Prime, Statewide Importance, Unique Farmland, and
Farmland of Local Importance) to other uses. The feasibility of retaining agricultural uses on-site versus the
increasing costs of water, labor, land values, and City policies regarding agricultural uses will need to be
thoroughly addressed in the EIR.
Water QualitylHydrology. Implementation of the proposed project will result in the conversion of existing
undeveloped land to a variety of land uses. Depending on the land uses proposed, different water quality
standards apply. The project may result in increased runoff and increased pollutants which has the potential to
impact Calavera Creek and the Agua Hedionda Lagoon, an impaired water body.
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Cumulative Impacts. The project area is located in a quadrant of the City that is currently experiencing and is
expected to continue to experience new growth. It is critical that the cumulative impacts associated with this
project and planned development in the surrounding area are comprehensively evaluated, and that the chain of
logic in assessing cumulative impacts closely follows that of recently certified ElRs or ElRs in progress for other
developments within the area.
General Approach
BRG will prepare a Program EIR for the Robertson Ranch Master Plan project that meets all the standards of legal
adequacy under CEQA and the CEQA Guidelines and ensures the City of a thorough, objective analysis. The EIR '
will meet the format and content requirements of CEQA, the CEQA Guidelines, and the Carlsbad Environmental
Protection Ordinance (Title 19 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code). The EIR will be prepared at a level of detail that
provides clear, meaningful, and objective information to the staff, public, and decision-makers, and addresses both
immediate and future discretionary actions and permits under the Master Plan.
We understand that the land use plan will be subject to modification during the initial months of the EIR work
program. The completion, or revision of certain studies will be dependent upon finalization of the land use plan;
however, as an initial step, BRG will assemble all baseline data. Also, the BRG project team will conduct a third-
party review of the technical studies where possible. We propose to conduct third-party review of existing technical
reports as early as possible in the process to confirm findings, identify changes necessary, and recommend changes
(if ncecssary) for completion of the reports so as to be adequate for inclusion into the EIR.
BRG will utilize existing technical studies and the environmental database to maximize efficiency in the EIR
preparation while minimizing the overall cost and schedule. We understand that the role of the third-party review is to
ensure that technical studies are adequate to provide the foundation of the EIR analysis and withstand legal
challenge. We will bridge the information provided in the technical studies with the third-party review; resulting in a
user friendly, technically sound and legally defensible Program EIR.
However, we also have substantial experience in preparing ElRs for new elementary schools in the County. With this
experience, we understand the importance in addressing Title 5 issues that affect school site selection and school
development. The EIR will be prepared in a manner so as to actively address these issues.
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2.0 PROJECT TEAM AND QUALIFICATIONS
BRG is pleased to present the most highly qualified team of environmental professionals to prepare the Program EIR
for the proposed Robertson Ranch Master Plan. A series of technical studies have been prepared for the project
which address the various resources potentially affected by the project. We will utilize these studies to the fullest
extent possible to prepare the Program EIR. As part of our work program, we will also conduct third-party review of
the technical studies. Our team consists of the following firms:
VRPA Technologies - Traffic and Circulation
Marque2 8 Associates - Biological Resources
ASM Affiliates, Inc. - Cultural Resources
Giroux 8 Associates -Air Quality and Noise
GeoPacifica, Inc. - Geology and Soils
The BRG Team will be led by Senior Project Manager Tim Gnibus, AlCP who has 15 years of professional
experience in the field of environmental analysis and the preparation of environmental documents in compliance with
both the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mr.
Gnibus will be supported by a proficient team of environmental professionals and production staff members on the
BRG staff. Mr. Gnibus will be the City's primary contact with the BRG Team. The following provides a description of
the qualifications and experience of the project team. The full resumes for all key personnel on our team are
included as an Appendix to this proposal.
BRG Consulting, Inc.
BRG Consulting, Inc. is a multidisciplinary firm providing professional services in environmental planning and impact
assessment, land use planning and economics, regulatory permitting, and preparation and presentation of
environmental documentation for local, state and federal regulatory requirements. The firm was formed as Butler
Environmental Planning in 1980, and was subsequently incorporated as The Butler Roach Group, Inc. in 1982. After
doing business as The Butler Roach Group for over 14 years, the firm changed its name to BRG Consulting in 1996.
Ms. Patricia A. Butler is Chief Executive Officer and principal environmental planner of the firm. She has over twenty-
seven years of professional experience in environmental and land use planning. Ms. Butler provides principal
direction and oversight of the professional consulting services provided by the firm. Mr. Erich R. Lathers is President
and principal project manager, providing senior technical direction of the firm's environmental, planning and
economic consulting services. Mr. Lathers has over seventeen years of experience in the preparation of state and
federal environmental documents and environmental regulatory permitting. Mr. Tim Gnibus, Ms. Kiersten Giugno,
and Mr. Ralph Kingery provide senior environmental analytical expertise with nearly 45 years of combined NEPA and
CEQA experience.
BRG Consulting has a diverse and comprehensive background in environmental resources evaluation, impact
assessment and documentation, land use planning and permitting. The firm has extensive experience with local and
state requirements for compliance with the CEQA and the federal environmental requirements mandated by the
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). In addition, BRG Consulting staff possesses expertise in compliance and
permitting for all associated state and federal environmental regulations, such as the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act,
National Historic Preservation Act, California and federal Endangered Species Act, and the Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting requirements of CEQA. BRG Consulting emphasizes a planning-oriented approach, which identifies
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feasible mitigations that can be applied in the project planning and development phase to avoid potentially significant
adverse impacts.
BRG Consulting is a California corporation and a Caltrans certified small woman-owned business (SWBE). The firm
has a permanent staff of fourteen employees that includes environmental planners and analysts, land use planners,
economists, GIS and CADD drafting, clerical and administrative personnel. The firm is dedicated to direct project
involvement of its principals on every project.
BRG maintains a state-of-the art in-house computer system with a variety of hardware and software applications.
These include Microsoft Office '97P98 (Word, Excel and Powerpoint) Quark Xpress 3.32 for document layout, and
Microsoft Project 4.0 for project scheduling and cost tracking. BRG possesses state-of-the-art, in-house Geographic
Information Systems (GIS) and computerized visual simulation capabilities. The firm's computer aided design and
drafting (CADD) software packages include AutoCAD R-14, Canvas 5, Freehand 7, PhotoShop 6.0 and Raydream
Design 4.0.3 for rendering images.
BRG has the ability to create adobe portable document "PDF" of our work products and to make these PDF
documents available for viewing or downloading by the public via our website (or other) BRGConsulting.com. BRG
uses a well established internet provider and BRG has broadband access. We use the Internet on a daily basis to
send and retrieve mail from clients and subconsultants.
Key Personnel
€rich R. Lathers, President and Principal-in-Charge
Mr. Lathers has over 17 years of professional experience preparing public documentation in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the attendant
regulations. He is certified by the County of San Diego to prepare Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) and has
prepared ElRs for numerous other CEQA and NEPA Lead Agencies. Mr. Lathers has prepared environmental
documents addressing a wide variety of issues for public works, master plan and private development projects. He
has prepared staged , programmatic, master plan, and project specific EIRs; legislative, programmatic, tiered, and
project specific EISs; and has prepared joint EIWEISs. He provides critical direction and oversight of BRG's
environmental planning services, applying his extensive experience in the successful preparation of defensible CEQA
documentation.
Mr. Lathers has been instrumental in the preparation of many of BRGs recent environmental documents and
permitting services for major commercial development projects. Mr. Lathers was the project manager for the Mission
Bay Park Master Plan project. He was the project manager for preparation of the project-specific EIR and resource
agency permits for the Imperial Marketplace Project, an implementing activity of the Central Imperial Redevelopment
Plan in the City of San Diego. Under his direction, BRG authored the project-specific EIR and findings for CEQA
compliance, and obtained all necessary federal, state and local resource agency permits (Army Corps of Engineers
404, Regional Water Quality Control Board 404 and Department of Fish and Game 1601). In addition, Mr. Lathers
supported SEDC staff at community meetings and City hearings.
Tim Gnibus, AlCP Senior Project Manager
Mr. Gnibus has 15 years of experience in environmental planning and has successfully completed numerous ElRs for
large-scale master plan projects within the City of Carlsbad. Mr. Gnibus has an expertise in State and federal
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environmental regulations including CEQA, NEPA, the State and Federal Endangered Species Acts, and the Clean
Water Act. His experience includes the preparation of environmental documentation for a wide variety of large-scale
land use projects located in Southern California. His direct experience includes project manager and primary
document preparer for the Bressi Ranch Master Plan Program EIR, Carlsbad Oaks North Specific Plan Program EIR,
Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan Amendment Program EIR, Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan EIR, Carlsbad Golf
Course EIR, and Faraday Avenue Extension Mitigated Negative Declaration. He has a proven success with client
relationships, agency and public interaction, budget, schedule, technical staff coordination, consultant management,
and public hearing presentations.
BRG Support Staff
Mr. Gnibus will be supported by BRG environmental analysts Christi Keller, Patrick Zabrocki, Kathie Washington, and
Shannon Hefler, as needed to prepare the environmental documentation for the project. Each of these individuals
possess a minimum of two-years of experience in the environmental field, including CEQA and NEPA document
preparation, resource agency permitting, and other aspects of environmental compliance. BRG personnel assigned
to the project also includes Mettja Hong, Geographic Information Systems analyst and graphics specialist. Ms. Hong
has nearly six years of experience in the deployment of GIS to acquire and analyze diverse data sets. Her
experience has included establishing a GIS database for the Regional Water Quality Control Board and developing
Internet mapping applications for the Tijuana River Watershed Binational Vision Project.
G1S Capabilities
BRG utilizes state-of-the-art software systems and applications to provide
a suite of GIS services, including GIS map production, database
development, quality controllquality assurance of spatial data, and spatial
analysis. BRG's GIS staff can design and produce high quality
cartographic maps for master plans, resource management, and
marketing with output in digital or hardcopy formats. BRG also offers
development of GIS databases and applications through a series of GIS
design strategies: needs assessment, software selection and setup,
custom application development, training, and maintenance. BRG has the
ability to work with both vector and raster data sets (Arclnfo, DLG, DXF,
TIGER, MrSID, SDTS, and other data formats) to investigate spatial
relationships.
Visual Simulation Services
BRG has extensive experience in the preparation of computerized visual simulations of the highest quality. We
initially developed these capabilities ten years ago in support of the firm's comprehensive environmental planning
work for public agencies and private clients. We understand the value and importance of providing accurate
portrayals of proposed developments and improvements to support the evaluation of the visual quality effects of a
proposed project. Accurate simulations can help dispel the perception of subjectivity in the analysis of visual quality
and aesthetic impacts of a project, and BRG's simulations have consistently withstood the most critical scrutiny.
BRG now enjoys a reputation for preparing high quality, state-of-the-art simulations in a cost effective and efficient
manner.
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VRPA Technologies, Inc. - Traffic and Circulation
VRPA Technologies, Inc. specialized fields of service include transportation planninglmodeling, circulation and traffic
engineering analysis, transportation demand and systems management, infrastructure financial planning, Intelligent
Transportation Systems (ITS) planning and integration, as well as mass transportation, bicycle, non-motorized, and
aviation planning and design. In a position to utilize this broad experience base is an energetic staff equipped with
the necessary tools and "can do" attitude to ensure a successful outcome to every challenge undertaken. . VRPAs
direct experience in the City of Carlsbad includes conducting the Traffic Monitoring Program for the City's Growth
Management Plan between 1995 and 2001.
Key Personnel
Erik Ruehr, PI., Director of Traffic Engineering
Mr. Erik Ruehr has over twenty years of experience in traffic engineering and is a registered Civil Engineer and
Traffic Engineer in the State of California. His experience in traffic engineering includes traffic forecasting, corridor
studies, traffic impact analysis, traffic signal design, traffic signal timing, street lighting, signing and pavement striping
design, speed limit analysis, accident analysis, traffic calming, preparation of grant applications, construction
inspection, and response to citizen requests. Mr. Ruehr has completed over 100 Traffic Impact Studies, including
several in the San Diego Region for Poway CostCo, Poway Kohl's, New Venture, Pala Casino, and various libraries
and schools.
Marquez & Associates - Biological Resources
Marquez & Associates Biological Consultants (Marquez & Associates) provides a variety of biological consulting
services including general biological constraints mapping and analysis, wetland delineations, focused sensitive
species surveys including sensitive plant surveys, and California gnatcatcher, southwestern willow flycatcher, and
quino checkerspot butterfly focused surveys. The firm provides expertise in habitat restoration, which was the
emphasis of the Principal's Master Thesis.
Key Personnel
Viviane Marquez, President
Prior to establishing her own firm, Ms. Marquez was a biologist for the California Department of Transportation
(Caltrans) and conducted research at San Diego State University. She has worked over ten years in the biological
field, is a certified wetland delineator and on the County of San Diego's list of qualified consultants. Ms. Marquez has
extensive experience in preparing biological documents. During her six years as a Resource Conservation
Commissioner for the City of Chula Vista, Ms. Maquez has reviewed and commented on many CEQA documents
including dozens of Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs). Ms. Marquez's broad base of experience makes her an
excellent choice to provide third-party review of the Biological Constraints Report and Wetlands Delineation for
Robertson Ranch Master Plan.
ASM Affiliates, Inc. - Cultural Resources
ASM Affiliates, Inc. is a cultural resource management consulting firm that specializes in archaeological and historical
studies for compliance with local, state and federal environmental requirements. During its nearly twenty years of
business, ASM's staff has successfully completed more than 1200 cultural resource investigations for both private
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professional services related to: constraintslfeasibility analysis, literature overviews, predictive modeling, field
reconnaissance and surveys, archaeological sampling and testing, significance and National Register eligibility
evaluations, Native American consultation and ethnography, archival studies, construction monitoring, data recovery
and preservation planning. The ASM senior staff, Drs. Jerry Schaefer, Seetha Reddy, Brian Byrd, Susan Hector,
Sinead Ghabhlain, and Mark Becker have more than 100 years of combined, professional experience in cultural
resource management. John Cook, the company’s founder and Principal, has over 25 years of experience and is
Registered Professional Archaeologist in archaeological administration. By virtue of this experience, all have
acquired a thorough understanding of both National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and CEQA compliance
procedures and their project applications.
Key Personnel
John Cook, Principal-in-Charge
Mr. Cook is a member of the Society of Professional Archaeologists, accredited in field research, theoretical research
and archaeological administration. As Principal of ASM Affiliates, Inc. (ASM) since its incorporation in 1977, he has
more than 23 years of experience and supervised over several hundred cultural resource management contracts for
compliance with federal, state and local agency requirements. Mr. Cook is a County of San Diego certified
archaeologist with experience throughout the County’s jurisdiction including preparation of several cultural resource
surveys and evaluations for numerous water facility projects including proposed storage ponds, tanks and reservoirs,
spray fields, pump stations and pipelines for SDCWA, OMWD, RMWD, City and County of San Diego, MWWD,
among others. As such, he is completely familiar with the City’s needs, the cultural resources of the region and
CEQA/NEPA compliance requirements.
Giroux & Associates - Air Qualitv and Noise
Giroux & Associates has been providing aerometric assessment services (air quality, acoustics, meteorology,
airborne hazardsltoxics and airborne nuisance such as dust and odors) for over twenty (20) years. Within the last
two decades, the firm has participated in over 1,500 environmental investigations. Specialized services include
ambient pollution and noise monitoring] computerized air pollution and noise dispersion modeling, emissions source
testing, inert tracer gas field studies, APCD/AQMD permit preparation and processing, expert witness testimony and
regulatory agency liaison.
Key Personnel
Mr. Hans Giroux, President
Mr. Hans Giroux received his Master of Science in Meteorology and was a candidate for Doctorate in Metereology at
the University California Los Angeles. With well over 30 years of experience, he has taught coursework on basic
meteorology, and performed numerous air quality and noise impact assessment for a variety of projects including
residential, school, commercial, and park projects.
GeoPacifica, Inc. - Geology and Hazardous Materials
GeoPacifica, Inc. is a professional services firm located in Oceanside, California. The firm provides various services
to public agencies including geotechnical review analysis, geotechnical investigations, management and inspection
programs, review of CEQA documents in relation to geotechnical hazards, and Phase I and Phase II Hazardous
Materials Investigations. GeoPacific staff have extensive experience in geotechnical review, investigation and
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inspection of all phases of land development and construction. The firm is familiar with the implementation and
review of programs for compliance with CEQA and other local, state, and federal regulations. GeoPacifica has
reviewed soils and geology reports submitted for compliance to municipal ordinances and state programs including
the Cities of Carlsbad, Oceanside, Poway, Encinitas, San Diego, the County of San Diego, State of California, and
Department of Transportation.
Key Personnel
Mr. James F. Knowlton, President and Principal fngineer/Geologist
Mr. James F. Knowlton has a wide range of experience with large development projects and geotechnical projects,
ranging from detailed field investigations, geologic mapping, logging of trenches and borings, aerial photo
interpretation, and regional and local reconnaissance mapping. He has provided geotechnical consulting services for
the cities of Poway, San Diego, Oceanside, Carlsbad and Encinitas. He has unique experience with municipal
governments and providing the leadership and interface between staff and outside consultants, contractors and
developers.
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3.0 RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
BRG has successfully prepared environmental documentation for a wide variety of projects that have similar
components and features as the proposed project. This experience includes preparation of ElRs for Master Plans,
residential projects, commercial projects, schools, parks, and infrastructure projects such as roadways and sewer
lines. The following provides a description of our relevant project experience and project references.
BRG Consulting, Inc.
Bressi Ranch Master Plan Program EIR
Reference: Christer Westman, Senior Planner
City of Cadsbad
760-602-4614
Before joining BRG, Mr. Gnibus served as the Project Manager and primary document preparer of the Bressi Ranch
Master Plan Program EIR. The Program EIR analyzed the potential impacts, mitigation measures and alternatives of
the proposed the 585acre Bressi Ranch planned community in the City of Carlsbad. The proposed Master Plan
included a maximum of 623 residential dwelling units, 2,160,500 square feet of planned industrial uses, a mixed-use
area including community commercial uses, public facilities, open space and supporting infrastructure. The analysis
also evaluated the off-site improvements needed to serve the project including the extension of Poinsettia Road and
Alicante Road. Significant environmental issues associated with the project included land use, traffidcirculation,
agricultural resources, biological resources, cultural resources, and hydrology water quality. The proposed project is
located between the City’s Draft HMP Core 5 Preserve Planning Area and Core 6 Preserve Planning Area, with a
connection, Linkage D that crosses the southeast portion of the site. An elevation of the project’s consistency with
HMP requirements, including open space configuration and revegetation requirements, was an important aspect of
the EIR analysis.
Carlsbad Oaks North Specific Plan Program EIR
Reference: Anne Hysong, Associate Planner
City of Cadsbad
760-602-4622
Before joining BRG, Mr. Gnibus served as the Project Manager and primary document preparer of the Program EIR
for the 414-acre Carlsbad Oaks North Specific Plan project. The Program EIR analyzed the potential impacts,
mitigation measures, and alternatives to a project involving: 1) the development and operation of industrial uses
allowed in the Carlsbad Oaks North Specific Plan; 2) the construction and operation of a 1.3 mile extension of
Faraday Avenue (a four lane arterial roadway connecting the cities of Carlsbad and Vista) and El Fuente Road; and,
3) the construction and operation of an 11,700 foot segment of the South Agua Hedionda Trunk Sewer.
The proposed project is located within a hardline preserve area of the City’s Draft HMP and the property contains a
variety of sensitive biological resources. A key component of the EIR work program involved a proactive approach to
identify the least damaging alternatives for the roadway and sewer as required by section 404 of the Clean Water Act
and to address the project‘s consistency with HMP requirements. Significant issues addressed in the EIR included
land use compatibility with adjacent established neighborhoods, biological resources, trafficlcirculation, cultural
resources, hydrologylwater quality, land form alternation, and noise and air quality.
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Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan Amendment Program EIR
Reference: Don Neu, Assistant Planning Director
City of Carlsbad
760-602-4612
Before joining BRG, Mr. Gnibus served as the Project Manager and primary document preparer of the Carlsbad
Ranch Specific Plan Amendment Program ElR. The Specific Plan area encompasses approximately 478 gross
acres consisting of 128 acres for LEGOIAND, 29 acres for the Gemological Institute of America campus, 40 acres of
R&D Office, a 280-room hotel, a 700-suite destination resort, 27 acres of specialty retail (the Carlsbad Company
Stores), 72 acres of golf course, flower fields, and open space. Major environmental issues associated with this
project included agricultural resources (the conversion of Prime Farmland and cancellation of Williamson Act
contracts), traffic/circulation, cultural resources, visual aesthetics, and hydrology/water quality.
Orange County Great Park Program EIR
Reference: Glen Worthington, Principal Planner
Cdy of lrvine
949-724-6370
Before joining BRG, Mr. Gnibus served as the Project Manager for the preparation of a Draft Program EIR for the
Orange County Great Park in the City of Irvine. The proposed project involved a reuse plan for the 4,693-acre former
MCAS El Tor0 property. The Orange County Great Park plan proposed the development of a maximum 3,625
dwelling units, a school, 6,585,594 square feet of non-residential uses, and supporting infrastructure. Significant
environmental issues addressed in the EIR included land use, agricultural resources, hazardous materials,
trafficlcirculation, and biological resources
Mountain Gate Specific Plan Amendment EIR
Reference: Elizabeth Abel, Associate Planner
City of Corona
909-736-2469
Before joining BRG, Mr. Gnibus served as the Project Manager for the proposed Mountain Gate Specific Plan
Amendment in the City of Corona. The proposed project is located on a 66.1 acre site, a portion of which currently is
in agricultural production (orchard), with the remainder in a relatively natural state. The proposed project involved an
amendment to the Mountain Gate Specific Plan, subdivision of the property into 43 residential lots, and 4 acres of
dedicated open space for containment of drainage flush basins and establishment of building setback buffers along
an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone. Environmental issues examined in the EIR included land use, traffic,
geology, biology, air quality, noise, water resources, paleontology, aesthetics, agricultural resources, hazards, and
public services and utilities.
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San Diego Crossroads Redevelopment Plan EIR
Reference: Tracy Reed, Special Projects Manager
City of San Diego, Economic Development Division
619- 533-7519
Before joining BRG, Mr. Gnibus served as the Project Manager for the preparation of an EIR for the San Diego
Crossroads Redevelopment Plan in the City of San Diego. The proposed project area encompassed approximately
1,032 acres with a variety of land uses including residential, commercial, civic/institutional, and school uses. Major
issues analyzed in the EIR included land use, traffidcirculation, historical resources, and public services and utilities.
Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan Program EIR
Reference: Adrianne Landers (retired)
Before joining BRG, Mr. Gnibus served as the Project Manager and primary document preparer for the Poinsettia
Properties Specific Plan Program EIR. This proposed transit-oriented development involved 88 acres of land with the
development of approximately 1,088 residential units and 120,000 square feet of retail and commercial uses. Key
environmental issues addressed in the EIR included land use, trafficlcirculation, aesthetics, and agricultural
resources.
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Mission Bay Park Master Plan
Client: Cdy of San Diego Park and Recreation
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BRG Consulting prepared the EIR and participated in the land planning process for the Mission Bay Park Master Plan Update.
Mission Bay Park provides seven square miles of water and land for recreation that attracts millions of visitors from across the
nation and abroad. It includes a diversity of land uses, including
numerous hotels and marinas, permanent residential uses, Sea
World, designated nesting areas for the endangered California least
tern, the Northern Wildlife Preserve that provides habitat for numer-
ous sensitive species including the endangered light-footed clapper
rail, the City of San Diego Sludge Drying Beds, and developed and
undeveloped recreation areas.
The firm participated in development of solutions to the conflicting
goals of sensitive resources protection and enhancement, in the
context of significant public recreational access demands. The
resulting allocation of land uses was termed "Parks Within a Park,"
which reflected the division of the Park into three distinct land- and
water-use areas: regional recreation, community recreation, and
natural resource preservationhecreation. Specific wildlife preserve
areas with restricted access requirements were identified to maximize their habitat value, as were corresponding opportunities for
locating public observation areas and interpretive centers. BRG efforts included extensive coordination with the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, National Marine Fisheries Service, US. Army Corps of Engineers, California Department of Fish and Game, and
California Coastal Commission.
Specific issues addressed in the EIR included:
H Water quality = Recreational resources
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Land and water use H Dredging
Traffidcirculationlparking H Human health and public safety
Marine resources 8 Mitigation banking
Water quality is one of the most difficult issues in the Park, with contaminants entering via stormwater runoff. Mr. Lathers was
instrumental in advancing the planned use of created wetlands as an important component of a comprehensive water quality
improvement strategy.
BRG was responsible for conducting the biological resources impact assessment. Net wetland loss from planned filling and
dredging was calculated, and impacts were mitigated by identifying areas for the creation of wetland habitats. BRG evaluated
the relative wetlands values that would be created by providing new wetlands at various locations within the Park. Relocation of
designated nesting sites for the endangered California least tem were addressed.
BRG staff were key participants in numerous public meetings and at two allday workshops throughout the master planning effort.
Mr. Lathers, BRG's project manager, acted as City staff on the Environmental Committee of the Mission Bay Planners, which
included concerned citizens, biologists from the University of California at San Diego and San Diego State University, and mem-
bers of various environmental organizations such as the Audubon Society. In addition, the firm provided regular briefings to
Mayor's Wetlands Advisory Board, Park Planning Board, Parks and Recreation Committee, Planning Commission, and City
Council.
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Client: Southeastern Economic Development Corporation (SEDC)
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BRG Consulting was the prime contractor for preparation of the project-specific EIR and resource agency permits for
the proposed Imperial Marketplace Project, an implementing activity of the Central Imperial Redevelopment Plan.
Imperial Marketplace is located in the City of San Diego,
within the Southeast San Diego Community Planning
Area, BRG’s role was to author the project-specific EIR
flood plain with the need to minimize impacts to on-site wetland
functions and values to the extent practicable. BRG worked with
the project team to create a channel design capable of achieving
both flood protection and environmental objectives. The channel
design included a natural channel bottom with open- cell-block
slope protection that allows for vegetation growth.
In addition to authoring the EIR, BRG prepared stand alone techni-
cal studies that addressed the environmental effects of the pro-
posed project for the following areas: biology and neighborhood
. -_ compatibility. For the neighborhood compatibility technical study,
BRG identified land uses in proximity to the project site that may be
affected by loading docks, buck traffic and other operations at the site, and provided mitigation measures to reduce
impacts to below a level of significance. The biology technical study was used as a basis to secure all necessary City,
federal and state approvals for impacts to on-site biological resources.
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Environmental Documents for San Diego Area Schools
Reference: San Diego Unified School District
Mi. Jim Bray
858-573-5773
BRG has completed five environmental impact reports (EIRs) for five new Proposition "MM" elementary schools
within the San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD). Referred to as the Central Area, Winona Avenue Area,
Edison/Hamilton/Parks Area, AdamslFranklin Area, and 52nd Street Area Elementary Schools, each of the potential
school sites are located within an urbanized area of the City Heights Community of San Diego. The ElRs addressed,
at an equal level of detail, at least two alternative locations for each school, as well as all components of the project
including property acquisition, demolition of existing structures, relocation of current owners and tenants,
construction, and school operation. Since these schools are proposed for existing developed communities, the
primary environmental issues of concern included the loss of affordable housing, population displacement, and
hazards related to historic use of the site and demolition of existing structures. Phase 1 Environmental Site
Assessments were summarized in the ElRs and significant impacts from buildings with asbestos containing materials
and lead-based paint addressed. Other significant environmental resources evaluated in the ElRs included Cultural
Resources, Geology and Soils, Hydrology and Water Quality, Land Use Planning and Recreation, Noise, Public
Services and Utilities, and Transportationflraffic.
As part of the school site approval, BRG prepared findings pursuant to applicable California Education Codes,
Government Codes, Public Resources Codes, and California Code of Regulations (Title 5, Section 1401 1). These
findings address a wide range of environmental and planning issues including potential industrial or airport hazards,
geological hazards, hazardous waste/air emissions, power lines, gas pipelines, roadways, and railroad tracks. In
addition, as part of the overall EIR preparation, BRG conducted exhaustive land use surveys within onequarter mile
of each potential school site to identify the type and intensity of existing land uses, as well as the demographics
within the area, to determine the number of residents and commercial establishments that would be displaced by
each of the proposed schools.
Proposition "0" Schools
BRG Consulting has prepared seven environmental impact reports for the SDUSD Proposition '0" schools. A more
detailed description of these schools are on the following pages. BRG Consulting also prepared the Negative
Declaration for the District's Bus Transportation Facility in Clairemont. Because most of these schools and the bus
facility were proposed for existing developed communities, the primary issues of concern centered around the
facilities' compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood, impacts on recreational resources, as well as the
residential and business displacement that would occur. BRG conducted exhaustive land use surveys within one-
quarter mile of the schools to evaluate each school's compatibility with the surrounding community. In addition, the
surveys identified undesirable land uses such as liquor stores and adult entertainment establishments. The surveys
also identified land uses that could pose potential safety risks associated with hazardous materials. BRG examined
the type and intensity of land uses on the proposed school site, as well as the demographics within the area, to
determine the number of residents and commercial establishments that would be displaced by each of the proposed
schools. BRG Consulting also prepared relocation programs for each of the ElRs in conformance with state and
federal regulations.
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for the Kimbrough Elementary
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acquisition, construction, and
operations of a new elementary
school in the Southeast San
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San Diego.
Completion Date: 1993
Client: San Diego Unified School District
Kimbrough Elementary School is one of four schools constructed by the San Diego Unified School
District (District) with funding obtained through the 1992 school construction finance measure
known as Proposition "0." The school was sited on three city blocks in the Southeast San Diego
Community of the City of San Diego. For school construction, the District acquired 56 parcels of
land totaling approximately 7.8 acres, which included the vacation and closure of J Street between
29th Street and Dodson Street and the vacation and closure of 29th Street between Island Street
and K Street.
The school was designed to accommodate 750 students in grades kindergarten through six. The
school includes an outdoor physical education facility that, with the adoption of a joint use agree-
ment with the City of San Diego, would be made available for public use after normal school oper-
ating hours and on weekends.
The EIR addressed land use impacts, specifically the loss of 45 multi-family dwelling units; 42 sin-
gle-family dwellings units; one commercial and one religious use; and, compatibility with surround-
ing land uses. The issue of housing, population, and displacement was addressed, requiring imple-
mentation of a relocation program pursuant to California Relocation Assistance Law. Traffic and cir-
culation impacts addressed included the affect on circulation from the street closures, and the intro-
duction of new school-related vehicle trips to local streets. Noise impacts from school-related vehi-
cle trips and school yard noise was addressed, as was the potential impacts to the school from air-
craft approaching Lindbergh Field. Human health and public safety issues related to site contami-
nation, hazardous materials use, and air emissions from within 114 mile of the site were fully inves-
tigated and addressed. Aesthetics, community character, and cultural resources were also
addressed. The EIR also addressed ten "non construction" alternatives, four alternative sites, the
No Project alternative, and cumulative impacts.
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At the Rosa Parks Elementary School, the District
planned to utilize a portion of an existing communi-
ty park (City Heights Park) for its outdoor play area.
BRG Consulting identified the typical components
of ajoint use agreement that would be required to
implement this proposal.
Client: San Diego Unified School District
Rosa Parks Elementary School is one of four schools constructed by the San Diego Unified School
District (District) with funding obtained through the 1992 school construction finance measure known
as Proposition "0." The school was sited on three city blocks in the Mid-City Community of the City
of San Diego. For school construction, the District acquired 54 parcels of land totaling approxi-
mately 6.3 acres, which included the vacation and closure of 45th Street between Whightman Street
and Landis Street.
The school was designed to accommodate 1,000 students in grades kindergarten through five. The
school includes an outdoor physical education facility that, with the adoption of a joint use agree-
ment with the City of San Diego, would be made available for public use after normal school oper-
ating hours and on weekends.
The EIR addressed land use impacts, specifically the loss of 80 multi-family dwelling units, 14 two-
on-one dwelling units, 23 singlefamily dwellings units; and compatibility with surrounding land uses.
The issue of housing, population, and displacement was addressed, requiring implementation of a
relocation program pursuant to California Relocation Assistance Law. Traffic and circulation impacts
addressed included the affect on circulation from the street closures, and the introduction of new
school-related vehicle trips to local streets. Noise impacts from school-related vehicle trips and
school yard noise was addressed. Human health and public safety issues related to site contami-
nation and hazardous materials use and air emissions from within 114 mile of the site were fully
investigated and addressed. Aesthetics, community character, and cultural resources were also
addressed. The EIR also addressed 10 "non construction" alternatives, four alternative sites, the
No Project alternative, and cumulative impacts.
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Melissa Mailander - 619-686-6200
Plan Master EIR
The North Embarcadero Alliance Visionary Plan is the outcome of a cooperative planning effort between the San Diego Unified
Port District, the City of San Diego, the Centre City Development Corporation, the US Navy and the County of San Diego, to rede-
velop downtown North Embarcadero into the "showcase of the San Diego waterfront and a place or urban grandeur."
Existing Conditions
The Master EIR also analyzed a reasonable range of alterna-
tives at both the plan and project-specific levels to avoid or sub-
stantially reduce significant proposed project impacts as well as
cumulative impacts of theproposed project. In conducting the
Master EIR analysis, BRG prepared a series of computer-gen-
erated photo simulations illustrating post-project conditions from
various public viewing locations in North Embarcadero. As the
lead environmental consultant, it was BRGs responsibility to
coordinate with the various federal, state and local agencies
involved in this major planning effort throughout the environ-
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Uiance Visionary Plan that addressed programmatic impacts
iom the proposed Visionary Plan as well as project-specific
mpacts from four subsequent projects proposed under the
lisionary Plan. The four subsequent projects include the USS
Widway Museum at Navy Pier IIA, a commerciallhotel develop-
nent at Lane Field, expansion of the Cruise Ship Terminal at B
Street into a Super 3 Terminal, and a commerciallhotel develop-
nent at the County Administration Center north and south park-
ng lots. Issues addressed in the Master EIR include the follow-
ng: traffic and circulation; parking; landlwater use compatibility;
irban designlvisual quality; cultural resources; hazardous mate-
ialslpublic safety; water quality; marine biology; air quality;
ioise; seismiclgeologic hazards; public services; and utilities.
visual Simulation
Prior to beginning work on the Master EIR, BRG Consulting
served on the planning consultant team which created the Visionary Plan, in cooperation with the five alliance members, to pro-
vide input on environmental opportunities and constraints for the proposed Plan area. In this effort, BRG Consulting collected
and presented information on land use development constraints, including: noise effects and building height restrictions from
nearby Lindbergh Field; Coastal Act issues such as marine biology and bay access; and, other federal and state related permit-
ting issues. The information development by BRG Consulting was used to guide development of the Visionary Plan and was pre-
sented in a public workshop forum and a Resource Assessment for the Visionary Plan area.
The Final MEIR was certified by the Board of Port Commissioners on April 25,2000.
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BRG will prepare a Program EIR for the proposed project that addresses all project components as well as current
and future discretionary actions associated with implementation of the project. We understand that the CEQA
document must ultimately be certified as reflecting the independent judgement of the City. It is our job to prepare the
lion’s share of the research, analysis, quality control, and writing. We understand that City staff will review
screencheck documents and provide comments, and our work will be responsive to the guidance provided by the
City. BRG will work closely with the City throughout the CEQA process and follow the City Environmental Review
Procedures.
SCOPE OF WORK AND DELIVERABLES
BRG will prepare environmental documents that comply with the criteria, standards and procedures of the California
Environmental Quality Act of 1970 (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq.), the State CEQA Guidelines
(California Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) as amended, the Carlsbad Environmental Protection
Ordinance (Title 19 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code), and the regulations, requirements and procedures of any other
responsible public agency or any agency with jurisdiction by law over the project. If there are any conflicts between
the City of Carlsbad’s requirements and those of any other agency, the City’s shall prevail because the City is the
lead agency.
The Program EIR will assemble all available data, provide an independent evaluation of any existing data, originate
new studies (where applicable), and provide an assessment of the probable short and long-term significant impacts
and cumulative impacts of the project. The EIR will provide an evaluation of all feasible mitigation measures that
could be carried out to reduce or eliminate adverse impacts of the proposed project. BRG will work closely with City
staff to identify project alternatives, which avoid or reduce project-related impacts and provide a quantitative,
comparative analysis of each alternative. The following provides a detailed description of our proposed scope of
services:
Task 1 Project Initiation
Project initiation will involve attendance at a kick-off meeting (see Task lo), initial data collection, and a site visit. In
preparation for the kick-off meeting, BRG will prepare a list of data needs and a refined project schedule. As an
outcome of the meeting, the project team will have a clear understanding of the roles of each team member. The
overall program approach will be discussed and the schedule will be refined. Project goals and objectives will be
identified as well as potential alternatives to be evaluated in the EIR.
Subtask 1.1 Data Collection and Site Visit
Under Subtask 1.1, BRG will conduct initial data collection for the project (e.g., obtain current ambient air quality
data, obtain farmland mapping categories from the Department of Conservation, etc.) and review the existing
environmental database. We will conduct a site visit to obtain a full understanding of the existing environmental
setting of the project site and surrounding land uses and determine potential locations for view simulations. Side
photos will also be taken of the project area.
Su btas k 1.2 Project Description
BRG will prepare a Project Description of the proposed project, suitable for inclusion in the EIR. The purpose of this
task is to ensure that we have a complete understanding of the project prior to commencing environmental analysis.
Note, should the land use plan still be subject to change, in order to facilitate the project schedule, BRG would initially
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focus the environmental analysis on preparation of the environmental setting sections, and environmental issue
areas that would not be affected by land use changes (e.g., agricultural resources, cultural resources, paleontological
resources, etc.).
The city will be responsible for the preparation and distribution of the notice of preparation.
Task 2 First Screencheck Draft EIR
BRG will prepare a First Screencheck Draft EIR for the project. We understand the need for the environmental
analysis to follow the thread of logic from beginning to end (Le., setting, threshold of significance, impact, mitigation
and conclusions) and that conclusions must be supported by fact. We understand that the role of an EIR is to identify
substantial evidence that there may be a significant effect and where there is disagreement among experts, disclose
the disagreement and state the lead agency's position. The Program EIR will include the sections listed below.
Table of Contents
The EIR will begin with a list of its contents including identification of all tables, figures and Technical Appendices.
Introduction
The Introduction will define the purpose, scope and legislative authority of the EIR, requirements of CEQA and other
pertinent environmental rules and regulations. This section will also describe the EIR process, structure, intended
uses of the EIR, required contents and its relationship to other potential responsible or trustee agencies decision-
making and approvals. Supporting maps and figures will be provided.
Executive Summary
The Executive Summary will be prepared in accordance with CEQA Guideline 915123. This section will summarize
the proposed project including the project's technical and economic characteristics. This section will identify each
significant effect of the project, with proposed mitigation measures which would reduce that effect; known areas of
controversy including issues raised by agencies and the public; and, issues to be resolved including the choice
among alternatives and whether or how to mitigate significant effects. The Executive Summary will also include a list
of required discretionary approvals and corresponding agency with approval authority.
Project Description
The Project Description section will be prepared in accordance with CEQA Guideline 915124, and provide the project
location, including project location maps, within the regional context, and a description of the proposed Master Plan,
including proposed land uses, circulation, and phasing. This section will provide an overview of the project's
background and history. The Project Description will list the basic goals and objectives of the project. In addition, the
section will identify the scope of the proposed project that will serve as the "Basis of Analysis." The Project
Description will also describe how public services will be provided, and all off-site improvements proposed. This
section will describe the project's relationship to previous environmental documentation and approvals. Lastly, the
Project Description will include a discussion of the environmental procedures and intended uses of the EIR, as well
as list the discretionary permits and approvals required for project implementation. Maps and figures will be provided
to support text descriptions as necessary.
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Environmental Setting
The Environmental Setting will be prepared in accordance with CEQA Guideline 915125. The section will provide an
overview of the local and regional physical environmental conditions. This section will describe the existing site
conditions, including a description of the existing land uses and natural resources occurring on the project site. The
Environmental Setting section will be detailed enough to constitute the baseline physical conditions by which impact
significance can be determined.
Environmental Impact Analysis
The Environmental Impact Analysis section will address all the environmental topics listed as potentially significant in
the City's CEQA checklist, some of which will be readily identified as having no potential for an adverse
environmental effect and can be treated briefly as "effects found not to be significant" (CEQA Guidelines $15128).
Each of the environmental topics with the potential for significant impacts will be fully addressed pursuant to CEQA
Guideline 915126, with the EIR analysis including a description of the relevant environmental setting, criteria for
determining significance of environmental impacts, potential environmental impacts, level of significance of
environmental impacts, recommended mitigation measures to significantly reduce or avoid the significant impacts,
and an analysis of significance or residual impacts after mitigation measures are applied.
The EIR will provide an evaluation of feasible mitigation measures that could be carried out to reduce or eliminate
adverse impacts of the proposed project. Where several mitigation measures are available, the basis for selection
from among these measures will be discussed. The discussion of mitigation measures will provide the background
for findings under CEQA Guidelines §15091(a). Mitigation measures will be discussed in sufficient detail to provide
the basis for the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and comply with CEQA Guideline 15126.4.
The following section summarizes the BRG Team approach to the primary technical analyses for the EIR. All text will
be supported by figures, tables, and charts as appropriate. BRG will perform all EIR analyses, with the assistance of
its subconsultants for specific technical studies, as identified below.
Land Use. The Master Plan proposes a variety of land uses including residential, commercial, school, park,
and open space. The proposed General Plan Amendment will result in "shifting" of densities in the area, and the
location of the school and shopping center will be adjusted. Project approval and subsequent actions will include
approval of the Master Plan, a General Plan Amendment, LFMP Amendment, Hillside Development Permit,
tentative map(s), site development plan@), and planned development permit@). Also, the project area will be
developed as two separate villages, with development for the West Village anticipated to occur later than the
East Village. Agricultural uses may continue during this interim period, as the area is developed.
The Land Use section of the EIR will describe existing applicable plans and policies that affect the project site
including, but not limited to, the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Growth Management Plan, Local Facilities
Management Plan, Habitat Management Plan, McClellan-Palomar Airport Comprehensive Land Use Plan, and
Scenic Corridor Guidelines. The existing and planned land uses on and surrounding the project site will be
described and mapped. The analysis will address land use compatibility with both existing and planned land
uses surrounding the project area. The following approach is envisioned:
1. The land use setting will be described in terms of all applicable land use plans and policies, existing on-
site and off-site land uses, and planned on-site and off-site land uses. Exhibits will be provided depicting
the location of existing and planned land uses, and the project's context to other applicable plans.
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The project's consistency with land use plans will be analyzed. This analysis will include a detailed review
of the project with respect to the project's consistency with the General Plan, Draft Habitat Management
Plan, Zoning Ordinance (including Hillside Development Regulations, Floodplain Regulations, and Growth
Management), McClellan-Palomar Airport Comprehensive Land Use Plan, Scenic Corridor Guidelines,
Landscape Manual, Open Space and Conservation Resource Management Plan, El Camino Real
Corridor Development Standards, and Subdivision Regulations (Title 20).
The project's compatibility with existing and planned land uses, both on- and off-site will be addressed.
This analysis will focus on existing residential areas to the north and west of the site, the Rancho
Carlsbad mobilehome park to the east, existing residential areas near Tamarack Avenue and El Camino
Real, as well as the future commercial site. The project's compatibility will be assessed in terms of types
of land uses, proposed densities, and buffer techniques.
The Land Use section will identify all significant, less than significant, direct, and indirect impacts resulting
from project implementation.
Mitigation measures will be identified for any significant land use impacts.
The level of significance after implementation of mitigation measures (if applicable) will be clearly stated.
hffic/cifcu/ation. The project site is currently undeveloped, and buildout of proposed land uses would
generate approximately 20,000 average daily trips. Primary access to the East Village portion of the project site
will be via the newly extended College Boulevard and Cannon Road, and primary access to the West Village
portion of the project site will be via the extension of Glasgow and Edinburg, as well as new access off of
Tamarack Avenue. The increase in vehicular trips generated by the project will need to be carefully examined in
light of the existing and planned capacity of the surrounding roadway system. Urban Systems Associates has
prepared a traffic report for the proposed project (Transportation Analysis for Robertson Ranch, July 24, 2002).
BRG, in conjunction with VRPA Technologies, will conduct a third-party review of the traffic report. We assume
that the traffic analysis would be modified by Urban Systems Associates to reflect the final land use configuration
andlor third-party review comments. The following approach is envisioned:
1. The traffic report will be reviewed for flaws, inadequacies, and inconsistencies. These will be noted and
passed on to the City of Carlsbad and the authors of the traffic report for corrections. When the
corrections are made, the revised traffic study will be passed on to BRG for inclusion in the text of the
EIR. VRPA will review the final version of the traffic report and the EIR text to ensure consistency with the
conclusions of VRPA, BRG, and the City.
EIR 98-02 and its associated traffic analysis will be reviewed to verify that the land use/density
assumptions for the Robertson Ranch Master Plan are not exceeded.
The traffic report will be reviewed to ensure consistency with the City of Carlsbad's Growth Management
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intersections where 20 percent or more of the project's traffic will occur.
The traffic report will be reviewed to ensure that it correctly identifies levels of service for current, near-
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Signalized intersections within the study area for the traffic impact analysis will be identified.
The traffic report will be reviewed to ensure consistency with the SANTECATE Guidelines for Traffic
Impact Studies in the San Diego Region.
The traffic report will be reviewed to ensure consistency with the City's latest build-out traffic model.
The project's Tentative Map will be reviewed to ensure that the project will be constructing the required
transportation infrastructure to meet the City's Growth Management standards.
The project's Tentative Map exhibits will be reviewed to identify sight distance or other potential desigrr
conflicts, based on Caltrans standards.
The project's traffic impacts will be reviewed to determine if there are any potential impacts outside the
City of Carlsbad and to determine if appropriate mitigation measures have been recommended for those
impacts.
The EIR text will be reviewed by VRPA to ensure that all mitigation measures identified in the final traffic
report have been incorporated into the EIR.
The traffic and circulation analysis will include vehicular traffic, public transportation, parking, bicycle
traffic, and pedestrian traffic. The traffic report will be reviewed to ensure that an adequate analysis of
impacts and mitigation measures is provided in each of these areas. In addition, the proposed project's
bicycle and pedestrian system will be reviewed to identdy potential hazards.
The project's site plans will be reviewed to ensure the provision of adequate access to adjacent properties
in compliance with the City's access requirements.
The traffic report will be reviewed to determine whether significance criteria and impacts resulting from the
project have been identified and adequately described. This will include significant impacts, less than
significant impacts, direct impacts, and indirect impacts. The mitigation measures recommended in the
traffic report will be reviewed and additional mitigation measures will be recommended, if necessary.
The level of significance after implementation of mitigation measures (if applicable) will be clearly stated.
VRPA will attend up to two staff-level project meetings to discuss the study with City staff, BRG, and/or
other interested parties.
Air Qualify. The proposed project will result in the conversion of a majority of the project site from
undeveloped land to urban uses. The project will result in the generation of approximately 20,000 average daily
vehicular trips which will result in an increase in mobile source air emissions. Additionally, implementation of the
project will require extensive grading and construction activity which will also result in an increase in emissions,
including fugitive dust and PMlo. An air quality assessment has been prepared by Investigative Science and
Engineering, Inc. (July 2, 2002). BRG, in conjunction with Giroux & Associates, will prepare a third-party review
of the air analysis. We assume that the air quality analysis would be modified by Investigative Science and
Engineering to reflect the final land use configuration and/or third-patty review comments. The following
approach is envisioned:
1. The air quality setting will be described in terms of existing on-site emissions, sensitive receptors in the
vicinity of the site, existing ambient air quality conditions and regional air quality trends, and applicable air
quality plans and regulations.
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2. A third-party review of the air quality report prepared by Investigative Science and Engineering will be
conducted by Giroux & Associates. This third-party review will include a review of modeling assumptions
to ensure that they match with the project characteristics (e.g., quantity of ADT, roadway dimensions,
grading quantities, etc.) as well as technical aspects of the model. Giroux & Associates will assist with the
third-party review by examining the technical aspects of the model parameterslassumptions.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified.
The potential impact associated with construction emissions will be analyzed, utilizing the air quality
assessment prepared (and revised if applicable) by Investigative Science and Engineering. This analysis
will include a quantification of potential Construction emissions as a result of construction worker vehicles,
construction equipment, grading and blasting activity, and post-grading construction activity.
The potential impact associated with the long-term operation of the project will be analyzed. This analysis
will address both stationary (non-point) source emissions associated with energy usage, as well as mobile
emissions associated with the generation of approximately 20,000 additional average daily trips.
Compliance with federal and state standards as well as regional air quality attainment plans will be
evaluated.
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The Air Quality section will identify all significant, less than significant, direct, and indirect impacts
resulting from project implementation.
Mitigation measures will be identified for any significant air quality impacts.
The level of significance after implementation of mitigation measures (if applicable) will be clearly stated.
Noise. The project area will be exposed to vehicular-generated noise as a result of traffic on El Camino Real,
Tamarack Avenue, College Boulevard, and Cannon Road. The project site is located within the Noise Impact
Notification area of the McClellan-Palomar Airport. An air quality assessment has been prepared by Investigative
Science and Engineering, Inc. (July 2, 2002). BRG, in conjunction with Giroux 8 Associates, will conduct a third-
party review of the noise report. We assume that the noise analysis would be modified by Investigative Science
and Engineering to reflect the final land use configuration andlor third-party review comments. The following
approach is envisioned:
1. The noise setting will be described in terms of existing on-site ambient noise levels, sensitive noise
receptors in the vicinity of the site, and applicable plans and regulations including the General Plan Noise
Element and Carlsbad Noise Guidelines Manual.
A third-party review of the noise report prepared by Investigative Science and Engineering will be
conducted by Giroux & Associates. This third-party review will include a review of modeling assumptions
to ensure that they match with the project characteristics (e.g., quantity of ADT, roadway dimensions,
grading quantities, etc.) as well as technical aspects of the model. Giroux 8 Associates will assist with the
third-party review by examining the technical aspects of the model parameterslassumptions.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified.
The potential impact associated with construction noise will be analyzed, utilizing the noise assessment
prepared (and revised if applicable) by Investigative Science and Engineering. This analysis will include a
quantification of potential construction noise as a result of construction worker vehicles, construction
equipment, grading and blasting activity, and post-grading construction activity.
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5. The potential noise impact associated with the long-term operation of the project will be analyzed.
Compliance with applicable noise standards will be evaluated. This analysis will include both noise
impacts to proposed uses, as well as the project's impact on our adjacent uses (e.g., increase in roadway
noise generated by the project).
The Noise section will identify all significant, less than significant, direct, and indirect impacts resulting
from project implementation.
Mitigation measures will be identifd for any significant noise impacts.
The level of significance after implementation of mitigation measures (if applicable) will be clearly stated.
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Biological Resources. The project area is primarily undeveloped, and contains both active farmland, and a
variety of native habitats. The proposed project is located within a Proposed Standards Area as identified within
the City's Habitat Management Plan (HMP). The project must be designed, permitted and developed in
accordance with the standards identified in Section D of the HMP, including establishment of a habitat linkage
area (Link B). Conservation goals include establishing, enhancing, and maintaining viable habitat linkage across
Linkage B to ensure connectivity for gnatcatchers and other HMP species between Core Areas 3 and 4. A
Biological Constraints Report (Merkel 8 Associates, July 2, 2002) and a Wetland Delineation Report (Glenn
Lukos Associates, dated June 5, 2002) have been prepared for the project. BRG, in conjunction with Maquez &
Associates, will conduct a third-party review of the biological reports. We assume that the biological resources
analysis would be modified, if necessary by Merkel 8 Associates and Glenn Lukos Associates to reflect the final
land use configuration andlor third-party review comments. The following approach is envisioned:
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The biology setting will be described in terms of existing habitat types and acreages, sensitive plant and
animal species observed on the site, existing wildlife corridors, and the relationship of the project area to
the standards and requirements of the Habitat Management Plan.
A third-party review of the biological constraints report and the wetland delineation report prepared by
Merkel 8 Associates and Glenn Lukos Associates, respectively will be conducted by Marquez 8
Associates. This third-party review will include an evaluation of the methodologies and conclusions
contained in the reports for legal and scientific adequacy and accuracy. The third-party review will identify
any flaws in the methodologies or conclusions, if applicable.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified.
The potential biological impact associated with implementation of the proposed project will be evaluated
including impacts to both upland and wetland habitats and sensitive plant and animal species.
An evaluation of the proposed project's consistency with the proposed draft HMP 'hardline" and HMP
standards for Zone 14 will be conducted.
Impacts to open space areas as a result of the creation of service roads to maintain utilities and flood
control facilities, as well as impacts to open space resulting from the proposed trail system will be
evaluated.
All habitat impacts will be quantified.
Indirect impacts, including light and glare will be evaluated.
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9. The Biological Resources section will identify all significant, less than significant, direct, and indirect
impacts resulting from project implementation.
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Cultural ResoufceS. The project area has been surveyed by Brian F. Smith and Associates, with 18 cultural
resource sites identified. Eleven of the 18 cultural resource sites were determined to be not important; however,
the remaining seven cultural resources sites have been determined to be important under CEQA, and mitigation
will be required. BRG, in conjunction with ASM Affiliates, Inc. will conduct a third-party review of the Cultural
Resources Survey and Evaluation prepared by Brian F. Smith and Associates (June 17,2002). We assume that
the cultural resources analysis would be modified, if necessary by Brian F. Smith and Associates to reflect the
final land use configuration and/or third-party review comments. The following approach is envisioned:
1. The cultural setting will be described in terms of historical context and description of resources on-site.
2. A third-party review of the cultural resources report prepared by Brian F. Smith and Associates will be
conducted by ASM 8 Associates, Inc. This third-party review will include an evaluation of the
methodologies and conclusions contained in the reports for legal and scientific adequacy and accuracy.
ASM Affiliates will perform a third party review of the cultural resource assessment for the proposed
project in order to identify any flaws and inadequacies in the findings, analysis, and conclusions. This will
consist of a thorough review of previous reports and site records, a field reconnaissance to examine the
sites, and in particular the 7 significant sites proposed for mitigation, and an evaluation of the significance
criteria used to assess eligibility to the California Register of Historic Resources, the impacts, and
appropriateness of the mitigation recommendations. Upon conclusion of this study, ASM will provide a
letter describing our findings and discussing the need for further study, if needed to satisfy CEQA
compliance. We will rely on the previous work of Brian F. Smith and Associates which resulted in a
complete survey of the property and significance evaluation of all identified archaeological sites.
Additionally, a brief reconnaissance of the property and any Register eligible resources will be conducted
to assess current conditions and aid in the assessment of Brian F. Smith's findings, potential project
impacts, and proposed mitigation measures. An updated record search will be requested from the South
Coastal Information Center to enswe all information has been obtained (all archaeologists are required to
submit site records upon completion of all survey, evaluation, and mitigation work). All work will be
performed by ROPA-certified, senior staff of ASM Affiliates who met or exceed qualifications per the City
of Carlsbad's cultural resource guidelines.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified.
The potential cultural resources impact associated with implementation of the proposed project will be
evaluated.
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resulting from project implementation.
Mitigation measures will be identified for any significant cultural resources impacts.
The level of Significance after implementation of mitigation measures (if applicable) will be clearly stated.
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Geology/Soils. The project area encompasses over 400 acres of land, and the underlying soils and geologic
conditions vary throughout the project site. The soils reports conducted for the proposed project indicate that
underlying geologic materials will require blasting and that slopes above Tamarack Drive will require a structural
setback.
A Geotechnical Evaluation of the Robertson Ranch Property (GeoSoils, Inc., January 29, 2002) has been
prepared for the proposed project. BRG, in conjunction with GeoPacifica, Inc. will conduct a third-party review of
the geotechnical report. We assume that the geology and soils analysis would be modified, if necessary, by
GeoSoils, Inc. to reflect the final land use configuration and/or third-party review comments. The following
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The geologic setting will be described in terms of regional geological conditions, faulting and seismicity,
and site-specific geologic and soils conditions on-site.
A third-party review of the Geotechnical Evaluation prepared by GeoSoils, Inc. will be conducted by
GeoPacifica, Inc. The third-party review will include an analysis of unstable soils, remedial earthwork,
landslides, rocky soils, fault rupture, seismic ground shaking, subsidence, settlement, surcharging,
liquefaction, slope stability and groundwater impacts. This third-party review will include an evaluation of
the methodologies and conclusions contained in the reports for legal and scientific adequacy and
accuracy. The third-party review will identify any flaws in the methodologies or conclusions, if applicable.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified.
The potential geologic and soils impact associated with implementation of the proposed project will be
evaluated including those issues identified in Task 2, as well as indirect impacts associated with
aggregate materials processing (ripping, blasting and rock crushing), groundwater, and the deposition of
materials in habitat areas.
The Geology/Soils section will identify all significant, less than significant, direct, and indirect impacts
resulting from project implementation.
Mitigation measures will be identified for any significant geology and soils impacts.
The level of significance after implementation of mitigation measures (if applicable) will be clearly stated.
Paleontological Resources. The paleontological resource assessment prepared for the project site (Brian F.
Smith and Associates, January 16, 2003) identifies the western and southern portions of the project site as
underlain by the middle Eocene Santiago Formation and overlain by Quaternary fluvial-terrace deposits. These
materials are considered sensitive as they have yielded fossils of marine invertebrates, terrestrial vertebrates,
and paleobotanical materials. BRG will conduct a third-party review of the paleontological report. We assume
that the paleontological evaluation would be modified, if necessary, by Brian F. Smith Associates to reflect the
final land use configuration and/or third-party review comments. The following approach is envisioned:
1. The paleontologic setting will be described in terms of the types of geologic formations underlying the site,
and the sensitivity of each formation.
2. A third-party review of the paleontological report prepared by Brian F. Smith and Associates will be
conducted by BRG. This third-party review will include an evaluation of the methodologies and
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review will identify any flaws in the methodologies or conclusions, if applicable.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified.
The potential paleontologic impact associated with implementation of the proposed project will be
evaluated based on the sensitivity of each formation.
Mitigation measures will be identified for any significant paleontologic impacts.
The level of significance after implementation of mitigation measures (if applicable) will be clearly stated.
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Agricultural Resources. A majority of the project area has been farmed over the last decade and is currently
utilized for production of irrigated row crops (e.g., tomatoes). The project will result in the conversion of existing
agricultural uses and farmland (Prime, Statewide Importance, Unique Farmland, and Farmland of Local
Importance) to other uses. The feasibility of retaining agricultural uses on-site versus the increasing costs of
water, labor, land values, and City policies regarding agricultural uses will need to be thoroughly addressed in
the EIR. The following approach is envisioned:
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The agricultural setting will be described in terms of the historical context of farming activity on the project
site, County-wide trends in agricultural conversion, the amount and type of agricultural crops currently under
production, the acreage of each of the various important farmlands inventory mapped farmland on the site.
BRG will contact the Department of Conservation and obtain Important Farmlands Maps for the site. The
areas of important farmlands will be quantified using GIS Arcview.
The agricultural soils on site will be evaluated using U.S. Department of Agriculture Soils Survey data for the
project site. The soils Capability Classes and Storie Index ratings will be identified.
BRG will seek to obtain economic data available for the project site's agricultural activities from the property
owner andlor County of San Diego Department of Agriculture Weights and Measures. This information is
useful in determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant, based on the California
Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment (LESA) Model. BRG also recognizes that agriculture in
San Diego is unique, application of the LESA model to the unique characteristics of farmlands in San Diego
County may not be appropriate. In the event the LESA model is not used, the EIR will describe the
methodology selected and why it is appropriate for the project.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified.
The potential agricultural impact associated with implementation of the proposed project will be evaluated.
This evaluation will include a discussion of the conversion of existing agricultural operations to other uses,
the conversion of existing agricultural lands (Important Farmlands), the project's consistency with City of
Carlsbad General Plan policies related to agricultural uses, and the potential for the conversion of adjacent
agricultural land.
Compatibility of continued agricultural operations as new development occurs within the project area will be
evaluated.
Mitigation measures will be identified (if applicable) for any significant agricultural impacts.
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Hazards/Hazardous Materials. Potential hazards affecting the project site include flooding, wildland fires, and
electromagnetic fields (EMF). The project area has been historically used for agricultural production and there is
a potential for the presence of contaminated soils and/or hazardous materials on-site. The potential presence of
hazardous materials is critical to school district site acquisition in compliance with State of California Title 5
regulations.
A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment has been prepared for the property (GeoSoils, Inc.). BRG will
conduct a third-party review of the Phase I Environmental Site Assessments. We assume that the Phase I
assessments would be modified, if necessary, by GeoSoils, Inc. to reflect the final land use configuration and/or
third-party review comments. The following approach is envisioned:
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The hazards setting will be described in terms of floodplains in or adjacent to the project area, potential
wildfire hazards, EMFs, and contaminated soils and hazardous materials.
A third-party review of the Phase I report@) will be conducted to ensure legal and scientific adequacy and
accuracy.
The available floodplain mapping, including hydrology reports prepared for the project will be reviewed
and the boundaries of the floodplain will be delineated on-site.
The potential for EMF hazards will be evaluated and described.
The location of any major gas or fuel pipelines within, or near the project area will be identified.
State of California Title 5 Regulations, as they pertain to the acquisition and construction of a school, will
be discussed.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified, including Title 5 regulations.
The potential impact of the project will be evaluated including floodplains, fire hazards, EMF, hazardous
materials, and Title 5 regulations.
Mitigation measures will be identified for any significant hazardslhazardous materials impacts.
The level of Significant after implementation of mitigation measures (if applicable) will be clearly stated.
Visual AestheticdGrading. The project site is visible from many locations, including El Camino Real - a scenic
roadway. The project site will also be visible from Cannon Road and College Boulevard, designated Community
Theme Corridors. The project will involve significant grading activity and the alteration of existing topography.
The following approach is envisioned:
1. The existing aesthetic setting will be described in terms of existing views onto the site, unique
topographical features, topography, landscape features, and applicable plans and ordinances related to
visual aesthetics and grading (e.g., Scenic Corridor Guidelines, Hillside Development Regulations,
General Plan policies).
Photos will be taken of the project area from various points on, and surrounding the project area to help
characterize the existing aesthetic setting of the property.
Visual simulations will be prepared showing existing conditions and the proposed development conditions
including proposed grading and development. We assume existing and proposed topographical
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information will be provided to BRG by the project engineer. A maximum of three to four views have been
assumed for this scope of work.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified.
The potential impact of the project will be evaluated including compliance with the City's Hillside
Development Ordinance, General Plan, Scenic Corridor Guidelines, and El Camino Real Scenic Corridor
policies.
The aesthetic impact associated with phased grading and development, including potential stockpile and
borrow site locations will be assessed.
Mitigation measures will be identied for any significant aesthetic impacts.
The level of significant after implementation of mitigation measures (if applicable) will be clearly stated.
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Water Qua/ity#ydm/ogy. The proposed project will result in the conversion of undeveloped land to a variety of
uses. The increase in runoff has the potential to impact the water quality of Calavera Creek and Agua Hedionda
Lagoon. The project will need to comply with the City's Standard Urban Storm Water Management Plan. The
following approach is envisioned:
1. The existing hydrological setting will be described including existing water quality. We will utilize the
Preliminary Drainage study prepared for the proposed project's East Village, as well as other existing
available data. We will contact the Regional Water Quality Control Board to determine the impaired
status of adjacent water bodies, or water bodies that may be recipients of runoff from the project site.
BRG will review the Preliminary Drainage study and identify any flaws or inadequacies.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified.
The potential impact of the project will be evaluated including compliance with the City's Standard Urban
Storm Water Management Plan and drainage requirements for the project. This analysis will include a
review of the Storm Water Management Plan prepared for the project. All other applicable Federal, State,
and local regulations will be analyzed and discussed.
Mitigation measures will be identified for any significant water qualityhydrology impacts.
The level of significant after implementation of mitgation measures (if applicable) will be clearly stated.,
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Popu/ation/Housing. The proposed project will introduce a new population into the project area. Additionally,
the project may result in more residential units than contemplated in the City's General Plan. The project may
involve a density bonus or request to transfer of units from the City's "Excess Dwelling Unit Bank." The following
approach is envisioned:
1. The existing population/housing setting will be described in terms of existing population and housing on-
site, General Plan and LFMP allowances for the site, and housinglpopulations for the project area and the
City and region as a whole. We will utilize information in the City's existing database and supplement this
information with census data as appropriate.
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3. The potential impact of the project will be evaluated. This will include quantification of the increase of
housing and population on the project site, and a comparison to the General Plan and Zone 14 dwelling
unit allowances for the East and West Villages.
An analysis of whether the project will induce, either directly or indirectly, substantial growth in the area
will be provided.
An analysis of whether the project will result in exceeding the City's growth control point will be provided.
Mitigation measures will be identified for any significant populationlhousing impacts.
The level of significant after implementation of mitigation measures will be clearly stated.
An analysis of the project's impact to public services and utilities will be provided in the ensuing section.
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Public Services and Utilities (including Solid Waste). The proposed project will introduce a new population
and development into the project area which will require the extension or expansion of various public services
and facilities. The project area is located within Local Facilities Management Zone 14. Planning Systems is
preparing the Local Facilities Management Zone 14 Amendment, which will identify the facility requirements for
the project. The following approach is envisioned:
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The existing public services and facilities setting will be described in terms of existing services and
facilities serving the site, their location, capacities, and any planned expansions. We will rely on the
LFMP Zone 14 Amendment under preparation by Planning Systems in order to maximize efficiency and
maintain consistency of the analysis. We will supplement the LFMP with new research and analysis only
as necessary.
This section will evaluate water, reclaimed water, sewer treatment capacity, gas and electric service,
schools, police, fire protection, and solid waste.
Thresholds to determine the significance of impact will be identified, including LFMP Zone 14
requirements.
The potential impact of the project will be evaluated. This will include quantification of the increase of
demand on the various public services and utilities, the ability to meet the demand, and any expansion or
new construction of facilities created by this demand that may cause a physical impact to the
environment.
Mitigation measures will be identified for any significant public services and utilities impacts.
The level of significant after implementation of mitigation measures will be clearly stated.
Other CEQA Mandated EIR Sections
The EIR will contain the following CEQA mandated sections:
Significant lrrewersible Environmental Changes - In accordance with Article 9 of the State CEQA
Guidelines, the EIR will contain a discussion of the irreversible environmental changes that will result from the
proposed project and unavoidable significant impacts. This section will discuss uses of nonrenewable
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resources, long-term commitments of resources, and potential irreversible environmental damage that may
result from environmental accidents associated with the project.
Impacts Found Not To Be Significant - Areas of no significant impact identified in the Initial Study and
subsequent analysis for the EIR will be listed. The justification for such findings will be based on the Initial Study
and results of the Draft EIR analysis.
Cumulative Impacts - The discussion of cumulative effects is an increasingly important analysis in EIRs. The
Cumulative Impacts section will evaluate whether individual project impacts are cumulatively significant when
viewed in combination with other projects. The section will discuss the potential of the proposed project to
compound or increase adverse environmental impacts when added to other closely related past, present and
reasonably foreseeable future projects and project impacts (Calavera Hills II, Cantarini Ranch, Holly Springs,
Carlsbad Oaks North, etc.). This section will discuss any indirect, cumulative impacts and evaluate compliance
with adopted threshold standards and applicable policies and programs.
Growth-lnducing Impacts - The Growth Inducement section will assess the potential of the proposed project
to induce economic or population growth and the construction of additional housing, either directly or indirectly,
in the surrounding environment. The analysis will evaluate the project relative to the phasing of community
services and facilities to serve new development. An analysis of the LFMPlGrowth Management Plan and its
ability to provide adequate infrastructure to meet the demand as the project builds out will also be included. The
section will discuss the potential for the use of large amounts of fuel or energy and evaluate the project's
compliance with regional and local growth management policies.
Alternatives
The Alternatives section of the EIR will identify a reasonable range of alternatives that could feasibly attain the basic
objectives of the project, but reduce significant impacts. BRG will meet with the City to identify at least two project
alternatives that either reduce or avoid project impacts. The alternatives will be fully defined and analyzed in the First
Screencheck Draft EIR submitted to the City. This section will include, at a minimum, the 'No Project Alternative"
which will evaluate two potential scenarios: 1) Plan-to-Plan and 2) No Development (Plan-to-Ground), two land use
alternatives, and an alternative site (if applicable). The analysis for each alternative will include a quantitative,
comparative analysis for the relative environmental impacts and merits of each.
References, Persons and Agencies Contacted and EIR Preparation
This section will include lists of all references and persons and agencies contacted in the preparation of the EIR. In
addition, this section will list all persons involved in the preparation of the document, their title and role
Technical Appendices
The EIR Appendices will include an Initial Study (provided by the City), a copy of the NOP, public comments on the
NOP, and any technical studies prepared for the project.
Task 3 Second Screencheck Draft EIR
BRG will revise the First Screencheck Draft EIR in response to City comments and provide five (5) copies of the
Second Screencheck Draft EIR in three-ring binders for City review and comment.
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Task 4 Draft EIR
BRG will incorporate City comments on the Second Screencheck Draft EIR and perform a quality control review.
BRG will then provide the City with the required amount of copies of the Draft EIR and Technical Appendices.
Our scope of work assumes the City will be responsible for the preparation and posting of the Notice of Completion
and Notice of Availability of the Draft EIR, and distribution of the EIR to the appropriate agencies.
Task 5 Screencheck Final EIR
BRG will prepare (5) copies of the Preliminary Final EIR including Responses to Public Comments (not to include the
Technical Appendices unless revised) for City review and comment. Upon close of public review of the Draft EIR,
BRG understands our role will be to review all comments and prepare a summary of general comment categories.
We will meet with City staff to discuss the general approach to responding to public comments. After agreeing to the
approach, BRG will number each individual comment and prepare corresponding responses, including identification
of responses that affect or supplement information contained in the Draft EIR. BRG will modify the text of the Draft
EIR or add footnotes to the margins identifying relevant responses to comments. Of course, final determination on
the adequacy of responses to comments shall be made by City staff.
The fee proposal included herein assumes a total of 200 individually numbered comments will be received on the
Draft EIR. Please note a single comment letter may contain numerous numbered comments. The estimate of the
level of effort in responding to comments is based on a moderate to high level of controversy.
Task 6 Draft Final EIR
BRG will incorporate City comments on the screencheck Final EIR in response to City comments and provide five (5)
copies of the Draft Final EIR.
Task 7 Final EIR
BRG will incorporate City comments on the Draft Final EIR and perform a final quality control review. BRG will
provide (10) copies of the Final EIR and Technical Appendices as identified.under ‘Deliverables.”
Task 8 CEQA Findings of Fact/ Statement of Overriding Considerations
Subtask 8.1 Screencheck CEQA FindingslSOC
BRG will prepare the Candidate CEQA Findings pursuant to CEQA Guideline §l5091 for ultimate submittal to the
City Planning Commission and City Council. BRG will prepare draft Candidate Findings to be submitted for City staff
review at the Second Screencheck Draft EIR. BRG will identify project changes, alterations and required mitigation
identified in the Draft EIR which avoid or substantially lessen significant environmental effects. If there are mitigation
measures or alternatives to the project identified in the EIR which could reduce the adverse consequences of the
project but which are determined infeasible, BRG will provide the required CEQA findings, giving the specific
economic, social or other conditions which render the mitigation measure or alternatives infeasible. Please note that
development of these findings of infeasibility will likely require the active participation of the City andlor applicant to
provide sufficient facts to support the findings. BRG will coordinate development of the necessary arguments to
support CEQA Findings. In addition, the Candidate Findings will identify any changes or alterations that are within
the jurisdiction of another public agency.
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Should the EIR conclude an impact is significant and unmitigable, BRG will prepare a Statement of Overriding
Considerations (SOC) in accordance with CEQA Guidelines 315093. BRG will work closely with the City to identify
the specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other benefits of the project which outweigh the unavoidable
environmental effects. BRG will coordinate with the City to establish the evidence in the record to support overriding
considerations.
The Findings will follow the format and style specified by the City.
Subtask 8.2 Final CEQA FindingslSOC
BRG will prepare a final set of CEQA FindingslSOC based on City review and changes to the Draft EIR that my have
resulted from public comment.
Task 9 Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
Subtask 9.1 Screencheck MMRP
We understand the need for preparation of a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) in accordance
with Public Resources Code Section 21081.6(a)(i) and California Code of Regulations Section 15091. The MMRP
will include a brief summary of the environmental impact. However, the associated mitigation measure will be
included verbatim from the EIR in order to provide sufficient detail to address impacts at the project level. Each
mitigation measure will reference the appropriate implementing permits to facilitate mitigation monitoring. For each
project change, condition, or mitigation measure the program will include the following:
Specific monitoring activities;
Implementation phase or milestone;
Compliance verifcation criteria.
Identification of the party responsible for implementation;
Identification of the party responsible for monitoring;
Criteria for evaluating the success of each mitigation measure and,
Subtask 9.2 Draft MMRP
BRG will prepare a Draft MMRP incorporating City comments on the screencheck MMRP. The Draft MMRP will be
available for public review with the Draft Program EIR.
Subtask 9.3 Final MMRP
BRG will prepare a Final MMRP based on any changes to mitigation measures as a result of public review and
comment on the Draft EIR.
Task 10 Meetings and Hearings
BRG understands that project management and staff support are crucial elements to preparation of a legally-
defensible EIR. BRG commits attendance of our Project Manager and necessary subconsultants for the following
meetings:
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One (1) kick-off meeting with City staff to initiate the project, discuss work products and overall project schedule.
One (1) public scoping meeting to solicit input from the public on the scope and content of the EIR.
Two (2) staff meetings to discuss and resolve issues related to document preparation, etc.
One (1) staff meeting to review comments on the screencheck Draft EIR.
One (1) staff meeting to review the responses to comments and final draft EIR.
Up to three (3) public hearings with presentations as necessary as determined by City staff.
In addition to providing our Project Manager, BRG commits principal-level attendance at the three (3) required public
meetingslhearings. BRG assumes a maximum of (4) hours each for the project initiation, scoping meeting, and
public hearings.
DELIVERABLES
BRG anticipates the following deliverables to be submitted to the City. All documents will be readable by Microsoft
word 2000:
(5) Copies of the first screencheck Draft EIR in three-ring loose-leaf binders
(5) Copies of the second screencheck Draft EIR in three-ring loose-leaf binders
(5) Copies of the screencheck Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
(5) Copies of the screencheck Candidate CEQA Finding of Fact
(51) Copies of the Draft EIR, Appendices, Exhibits and MMRP consisting of: - 25 copies in 3-ring, loose-leaf binders
- 25 copies spiral bound
- 1 unbound camera ready reproducible
(10) CD Copies of the Draft EIR with appendices, exhibits, and MMRP
(1) Master CD Copy of the Draft EIR with appendices, exhibits, and MMRP
(5) Copies of the screencheck Final EIR
(5) Copies of the Draft Final EIR
(5) Copies of the CEQA Findings of Fact
(51) Copies of Final EIR, Appendices, Exhibits and MMRP consisting of: - 25 copies in 3-ring, loose-leaf binders
- 25 copies spiral bound - 1 unbound camera ready reproducible
(10) CD Copies of the Final EIR with appendices, exhibits, and MMRP
(1) Master CD Copy of the Final EIR with appendices, exhibits, and MMRP
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5.0 SCHEDULE
This section presents BRG's proposed task-by-task work schedule to complete the services requested by the City.
The attached schedule assumes a start-date of September 1 2003; however, this date will be revised upon further
direction by the City. BRG's schedule to complete the CEQA process according to our proposed scope of work is
provided on the following page.
BRG and our subcontractors have the resources and commitment to the City to complete the CEQA process in
approximately nine months.
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APPENDIX
Resumes of Key Personnel
. Erich R. Latheri.
Princi pal-in-C harge/QA-QC
Mr. Lathers has over 16 years of professional experience preparing public documentation in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the attendant
regulations. He is certified by the County of San Diego to prepare Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) and has
prepared ElRs for a number of other CEQA Lead Agencies including:
City and County of San Diego
San Diego Unified School District
Local Agency Formation Commission
San Diego Redevelopment Agency
Metro. Transit Development Board
Port of San Diego
North County Transit District
City of El Centro and Imperial County
Southwestern Community College
California Exposition and State Fair
He has prepared environmental documents for numerous Federal NEPA Lead Agencies including:
Environmental Protection Agency
Bureau of Land Management
Dept. of Housing and Urban Development
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
U.S. Navy
US. Air Force
US. Forest Service
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Mr. Lathers has prepared environmental documents addressing a wide variety of issues for public works, master
plan and private development projects. He has prepared staged, programmatic, master plan, and project specific
EIRs; legislative, programmatic, tiered, and project specific EISs; and has prepared joint EIRIEISs. He has also
prepared Negative Declarations, and Environmental AssessmentslFindings of No Significant Impact and has
prepared findings and mitigation, monitoring, and reporting programs for public agencies. His experience includes
preparation of programmatic environmental documents that addressed larger projects with numerous development
components, and the subsequent environmental documents for implementation of a specific development
component.
Public participation is an important part of CEQA and NEPA compliance, and Mr. Lathers has prepared, facilitated,
and acted as lead agency staff for numerous public participation programs. His experience includes providing
public presentations at workshops and hearings, leading focus groups, and briefing elected officials and
stakeholders. In addition to preparing environmental documentation, Mr. Lathers has obtained the following
permits: Coastal Development, Clean Water Act Sections 404 and 401, Conditional Use, and Encroachment. He
has also obtained Land Use Leases from the State Lands Commission and Streambed Alteration Agreements from
the Department of Fish and Game. Mr. Lathers has prepared socioeconomic analyses including forecasts of
population, demographics (including numbers of school age children), housing vacancylqualityl affordability, and
economic indicators for counties in over 20 States. This experience includes the California counties of Imperial,
Inyo, Kern, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino. He has also prepared population and demographic
forecasts for the City of San Diego.
BRG Consulting, Inc.
. Erich R. ldheu
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Senior Project Manager for preparation of the Mission Bay Park Master Plan Update EIR, San Diego, California.
Provided environmental input into the Master Plan Update, public outreach support, and EIR preparation.
Prepared for the City of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation.
Principal In Charge for preparation of an EIR for the Calexico International Center. The Calexico International
Center is a 231.8-acre mixed use development within the City of Calexico’s sphere of influence. Prepared for the
City of Calexico and Imperial County LAFCO, Current.
Senior Project Manager for EIR preparation for the Central Imperial Redevelopment Project EIR and Central
Imperial Redevelopment Project 2nd Amendment EIR. The Central Imperial Redevelopment Project is located in
the Community of Southeastern San Diego, and encompasses an area of 490 acres. The project envisions
several specific redevelopment activities to reduce and eliminate blight and implement specific recommendation of
the community plan. City of San Diego Redevelopment Agency.
Senior Project Manager and Principal Planner for EIR preparation and regulatory permitting for the Imperial
Marketplace Project, The Imperial Marketplace Project is a 42-acre commercial development that implements a
specific redevelopment activity of the Central Imperial Redevelopment Project. Regulatory permits obtained
included Army Corps of Engineers Section 404 permit, Regional Water Quality Control Board Section 401 Waiver,
and Department of Fish and Game 1601 Streambed Alteration Agreement. These permits were required for the
improvement of South Chollas Creek through the site. City of San Diego Redevelopment Agency.
Senior Project Manager and Principal Planner for EIR preparation and regulatory permitting for the Potter Tract
Project. The Potter Tract Project is a 15-acre commerciallindustrial development that implements a specific
redevelopment activity of the Central Imperial Redevelopment Project. Regulatory permits obtained included
Army Corps of Engineers Section 404 permit, Regional Water Quality Control Board Section 401 Waiver, and
Department of Fish and Game 1601 Streambed Alteration Agreement. These permits were required for the
improvement of the Encanto Branch of South Chollas Creek through the project site. City of San Dqo
Redevelopment Agency.
Senior Project Manager and Principal Planner for MND preparation and regulatory permitting for the Mossy Nissan
Dealership, Oceanside California. This project is the construction and operation of an automobile dealership on a
10.4-acre undeveloped parcel in Oceanside. Regulatory permits obtained included Army Corps of Engineers
Section 404 permit, Regional Water Quality Control Board Section 401 Waiver, and Department of Fish and Game
1601 Streambed Alteration Agreement. These permits were required for the loss of vernal pools occupied by the
endangered San Diego fairy shrimp and the loss of freshwater marsh on-site. City of Oceanside.
Principal for Quality Control, North Embarcadero Visionary Alliance Plan EIR. Prepared for the San Diego Unified
Port District, City of San Diego, County of San Diego, And San Diego Redevelopment Agency.
BRG Consulting, Inc.
Erich R. lotheri .
Relevant Experience (continued)
Senior Project Manager and Principal Planner for EIR preparation and regulatory permitting for the Del Or0
Marketplace Project, Oceanside California. This project is the construction and operation of a 9.1-acre
commercial development. Regulatory permits obtained included Regional Water Quality Control Board Section
401 Waiver, and Department of Fish and Game 1601 Streambed Alteration Agreement. The project qualifies for a
post construction Nationwide Permit under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. These permits were required for
minor encroachments into Lorna Alta Creek.
Senior Project Manager and Principal Investigator, ENFONSI for Tenant Leases at the Viejas Outlet Center, Viejas
Indian Reservation, San Diego County, California. Prepared for the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians and the
Bureau of Indian Affairs for Compliance with NEPA.
Principal for Quality Control, South Embarcadero Master Plan EIR. Prepared for the San Diego Unified Port
District, 1996 to 1998.
Education
1984 University of California, San Diego
Bachelor of Arts, Management Science
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Associate of Arts, Engineering emphasis -
Proferrional Societier and Activitier -
Member: Environmental Subcommittee of the Mission Bay Planners (1 994)
Public Works InfrastructureMlastewater Committee of the San Diego County
Association of Environmental Professionals (Current)
San Diego Maritime Museum Member 1993-present;
- Sunset Commission (1 995)
- Member of Star of India Sailing Crew 1993-present
Member Star of India Sail Training and Maintenance Committee, 2000-present
Supervising Crew Training Instructor for Star of India sailing 2001
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BRG Consulting, Inc.
. Tim Gnibui .
Senior Project Manager
Tim Gnibus has over 15 years of professional experience in preparing environmental documentation pursuant to
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for a variety
of agencies in southern California. His experience also includes the preparation of a variety of land use and
planning documents including General Plans, Housing Elements, Specific Plans, and Master Plans.
Mr. Gnibus has been involved in all aspects of planning for both the public and private sectors. His
environmental experience includes the management and preparation of ElRs for numerous large-scale, complex,
land development projects including the Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan Amendment EIR (Legoland), the Bressi
Ranch Master Plan EIR and the Carlsbad Oaks North EIR in Carlsbad, the Crossroads Redevelopment Project
EIR and the North Bay Redevelopment Project EIR in the City of San Diego, the Otay Ranch SPA One EIR in the
City of Chula Vista, the Valley Center Septic Moratorium EIR and the Alpine Albertson's EIR in the County of San
Diego.
Mr. Gnibus has also worked as an extension of staff for several public agencies including the City of Lake
Forest, City of San Marcos, County of San Diego, and City of Poway. In this capacity, he was responsible for
processing development applications, including environmental review, through the agency.
Relevant Experience
Bressi Ranch Master Plan EIR. Project Manager for the preparation of the Program EIR for the Bressi Ranch
Master Plan project. The proposed project consisted of a 585-acre planned community in the City of Carlsbad
with over 600 residential dwelling units and 2,42,500 square feet of non-residential uses. Awarded "Outstanding
Environmental Document" of 2002 by Association of Environmental Professionals.
Carlsbad Oaks North Specific Plan EIR. Project Manager for the preparation of the Program EIR for the Carlsbad
Oaks North Specific Plan project. The proposed project consisted of a 414-acre planned industrial park, the
extension of two major roadways, and the construction of a sewer trunk interceptor.
Orange County Great Park EIR. Project Manager for the Program EIR that addressed the proposed Orange
County Great Park in the City of lrvine and County of Orange. The proposed project is the reuse of the former
MCAS El Tor0 with a variety of uses including a university, residential, industrial, golf course, and significant
amounts of open space.
Otay Ranch SPA One Second-Tier EIR. Project Manager and primary document preparer of the Second-Tier EIR
for the Sectional Planning Area One of the Otay Ranch. This 1,095-acre area includes Villages 1 and 5 of Otay
Ranch and represented the first phase of development for this 23,000-acre new town. The proposed project
included approximately 3,000 dwelling units, commercial uses, school, a trolley line, and supporting
infrastructure.
BRG Consulting, Inc.
. Tim Gnibur .
Senior Project Manaser
Santee Trolley Square EIR. Project Manager for the preparation of an EIR that addressed the proposed Santee
Square project, a commercial project with approximately 420,000 square feet of commercial retail and restaurant
uses centered around a trolley station.
Mountain Gate Specific Plan EIR. The proposed project is located on a 66.1 acre site, a portion of which
currently is in agricultural production (orchard), with the remainder is in a relatively natural state. The proposed
project involves an amendment to the Mountain Gate Specific Plan, subdivision of the property into 43 residential
lots, and 4 acres of dedicated open space for containment of drainage flush basins and establishment of building
setback buffers along an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone. Environmental issues examined in the EIR
included land use, traffic, geology, biology, air quality, noise, water resources, paleontology, aesthetics,
agriculture, hazards, and public services and utilities.
San Diego Crossroads Redevelopment EIR. Project Manager for the preparation of the San Diego Crossroads
Redevelopment Plan EIR in the City of San Diego. The EIR addresses the potential environmental impacts
associated with the implementation of a redevelopment plan in an approximately 1,032 acre area.
BrooklynlKimbrough and KinglLogan Elementary Schools EIRs. Project Manager for the preparation of ElRs for
two new elementary schools in downtown San Diego. The proposed elementary schools would serve a student
population between 700 and 900.
KinglLoganlPerkins Elementary School EIR. The proposed 700-student elementary school is located in an
existing urban area. Major issues include land use, traffic, noise, cultural resources, hazardous material, and air
quality. Responsibilities include preparation and distribution of all CEQA notices (NOP, NOC, NOD) as well as
CEQA findings and mitigation monitoring program.
Carlsbad Oaks Specific Plan. Project Manager for the preparation of an EIR for the 1.3 mile extension of Faraday
Avenue, a four-lane arterial roadway connecting the cities of Carlsbad and Vista. The extension occurs within the
City of Carlsbad and affects sensitive biological habitats including coastal sage scrub, scrub oak chaparral,
southern coast live oak, riparian forest, and wetlands. Impacts to these habitats require substantial permitting from
the U.S. Army Corps of Engineering, U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the California Department of Fish and
Game. Other issues being addressed include cultural resources, hydrologylwater quality, trafficlcirculation, land
form attraction, geologylsoils, noise and air quality.
Carlsbad Golf Course EIR. CBA prepared the environmental impact report (EIS) for the Carlsbad Municipal Golf
Course. Located on approximately 350 acres of land west of Palomar Airport and east of the LEGOLAND theme
park, the project includes an 18-hole championship course, 22,000 square-foot clubhouse, driving range,
shootingrange (for law enforcement personnel), 6 acres ofgolfrelated retail commercial, and approximately 11
acres of light industrial. Environmental issues addressed *in the EIR include biological resources,
trafticlcirculation, air quality, hydrolog ylwater quality, water resources, public services and utilities, cultural
resources, landfonii alteration, EMF hazards from overhead electrical transmission lines, and agricultural
resources.
BRG Consulting, Inc.
Tim Gnibu,
Senior Proiect Monoqer
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Valley Center EIR. Project Manager for the preparation of a Program EIR for a 14,000 acre area in the Valley
Center portion of San Diego County. The Program EIR evaluated the potential environmental impacts of lifting a
20-year sewer moratorium, in addition to amending County policies regarding small wastewater treatment
systems and septic systems.
City Heights Redevelopment Project EA. Project Manager for the preparation of an Environmental Assessment/
FONSI for the City Heights Redevelopment project. The project includes commercial, office, residential, and
public cultural and recreational uses.
Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan EIR. Project Manager for the preparation of an EIR for a transit-onented
development located in proximity to the Poinsettia coaster (commuter train) station. The proposed development
involved 88 acres of land consisting of approximately 1,000 dwelling units and 120,000 square feet of retail and
commercial area.
North Bay Redevelopment Plan EIR. Project Manager for the preparation of an EIR for the proposed 2,000 acre
North Bay Redevelopment project area, located in the City of San Diego.
Education
University of California, lrvine
1989 - Bachelor of Arts in Social Ecology - Environmental Health and Planning
Proferrional Societie, and Activitie,
Member: American Planning Association
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
Association of Environmental Professionals
BRG Consulting, Inc.
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ERIK 0. RUEHR, P.E.
Director of Traffic Engineering
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EDUCATION
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 1980-1981, Master
of Science in Engineering (Civil Engineering)
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 1976-1979,
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Civil
Engineering)
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Twenty-one (21) years [Five (5) years with VRPA]
REGISTRATION
California, Civil Engineer, 1983
California, Traffic Engineer, 1986
Oregon, Professional Engineer, 1986
Washington, Professional Engineer, 1986
Minnesota, Professional Engineer, 1986
Florida, Professional Engineer, 1990
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Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), Member
1992-2002; Associate Member 1981-1992; Student
Member 1979-1981 ; President, California Border
Section, 1999-2000; Vice President, California Border
Section, 1998-1999; Treasurer, California Border
Section, 1997-1998; Secretary, California Border
Section 1996-1997
Technical Program Chair, ITE District 4 Annual
Meeting, Minneapolis, 1990
Local Arrangements Committee, ITE District 6 Annual
Meeting, San Diego, 2000
Transportation Research Board, Associate Member
1989-2002; Member, Committee on Highway
Capacity and Quality of Service 1996-2002;
Subcommittee Member, Committee on Highway
Capacity and Quality of Service 1990-1996
San Diego Regional Transportation Technology
Alliance, Member 1993-2001 ; Board of Directors
1996-2001 ; President 1998-1999; Membership Chair
Member, San Diego Highway Development
Association, 1991 -2002
Member, Women's Transportation Seminar, 1987-
2002
Member, Southwest Region Transportation Model
Users Group, 1991-2002
1995-1999
EXPERIENCE
Intelligent Transportation Systems .
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Feasibility Study and Implementation Plan for ITS
Data Collection in the Washington, DC Metropolitan
Area
Hampton Roads Advanced Traffic Management
System
Central Coast ITS Strategic Plan (Santa Cruz,
Monterey, San Luis Obisbo, and Santa Barbara
Counties)
Riverside County Transportation Commission Smart
Call Box Monitoring Program (Riverside County,
California)
Southern California Priority Corridor ITS Strategic
Plan - Commercial Vehicle Operations Element
West San Gabriel Valley Traffic Signal
Synchronization Study (Los Angeles County,
California)
Green River Valley Traffic Signal Coordination Study
(King County, Washington)
Snelling AvenuelUniversity Avenue Traffic SignaVAir
Quality Improvement System (St. Paul, Minnesota)
Advantage 1-75 Project (Design of Weigh-in-Motion
Components for Weigh Station in Hamilton County,
Florida)
Design of Automated Gateway System for
RailroadKrucking Operations at the Union Pacific
Intermodal Yard in Houston, Texas
Traffic Engineering
Traffic Operations
On-Call Traffic Engineering Analysis for Caltrans -
District 11 (San Diego, California)
San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge Toll Removal Traffic
Analysis
Carlsbad, California Growth Management Plan Traffic
Monitoring Program, 1994-2001
Traffic Control Plans for Rancho Bernard0 Pipeline
No. 2, City of San Diego
Southern California Association of Governments
Regional Highway Monitoring System
1983 Cordon Count of Downtown San Francisco, California
Traffic engineering assistance to the City of Danville,
California in the role of City Traffic Engineer
City of Santa Clarita High Accident Location and
Mitigation Analysis
City of San Diego Bicycle Accident Records System
Comprehensive Traffic Engineering Study for the City
of Dublin, California (Accident Analysis, Speed Limit
Study, Traffic Control Device Inventory, Computerized
Database of Accidents and Traffic Control Devices)
Comprehensive Speed Limit Study, City of Fremont,
California
ERIK 0. RUEHR, P.E.
Director of Traffic Engineering
EXPERIENCE, Continued
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- Roadway Design
Conceptual design of the roadway system serving the
MinneapolislSt. Paul International Airport
University of Minnesota Transitway Design (Traffic
Signal Design, Signing, and Pavement Marking) -
Traffic Signal Systems
South Bay Traffic Signal System - Signal Timing
Analysis (100 signals), Los Angeles County,
California
Honolulu Traffic Signal System - Signal Timing
Analysis (100 signals), Honolulu, HI
Ann Arbor, Michigan Traffic Signal System (150
signals)
Casper, Wyoming Traffic Signal System (75 signals)
Traffic Signal Timing Analysis and Implementation:
Berkeley, California (72 signals); St. Paul, Minnesota
(15 signals); Anoka County, Minnesota (14 signals);
Riverside County, California (15 signals)
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On-Call Traffic Signal and Ramp Meter Design for
Caltrans - District 11 (San Diego, California)
City of Santa Clarita, California Traffic Signal Design
Standards Design of 50 traffic signals at various locations in
California, Arizona, and Minnesota
Traffic Impact Analysis
Transportation and Parking Analysis of the San Diego
State University Foundation Master Plan
Traffic Impact Analysis of the San Diego State
University Student Activities Center and Basketball
Arena Traffic Impact Analysis of the Mall of America
(Bloomington, Minnesota)
Traffic Impact Analysis of Rosenblatt Stadium
(Omaha, Nebraska)
Traffic Impact Study Guidelines for Monroe County,
Florida
Assistance to the City of San Diego, California in the
revision of the City Traffic Impact Study Manual
Assistance to the City of San Diego, CA in revision of
the City Trip Generation Manual
Traffic Impact Analysis for approximately 100 large
and small development projects in California,
Nevada, Colorado, Nebraska, Minnesota, Wisconsin,
Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, and New York
Parking
City of San Diego, California Shared Parking Analysis
Downtown Parking Studies: Carlsbad, California;
Santa Barbara, California; Danville, California
City of Concord, California Parking Meter Feasibility
Analysis
Transportation Planning
Corridor Studies
State Route 56 Corridor (San Diego, California)
State Route 125 Tollway (San Diego County,
California)
State Route 7 Major Investment Study (Imperial
County, California)
State Route 91 Corridor (Riverside County, California)
Cajalco RoadlState Route 91 Toll Feasibility Analysis
(Riverside County, California)
State Route 137 Major Investment Study (Tulare
County, CA)
Interstate 494 Corridor (Minneapolis/St. Paul,
Minnesota)
Interstate 25llnterstate 40 Major Investment Study
(Albuquerque, New Mexico)
South Tulare County East-West Road Study (Tulare
County, CA)
System Financing
2000 Fresno County Measure “C” - % Sales Tax
Extension Expenditure Plan
Traffic Engineering Analysis for the Laguna Public
Facilities Financing Plan (Sacramento County,
California)
Transportation Plans
Circulation Elements of the General Plan: Solana
Beach, CA; Palm Springs, CA; Imperial Beach, CA;
Brawley, CA; Dixon, CA; Sanger, CA; Holtville, CA; El
Centro, CA
Riverside County Integrated Plan - Comprehensive
analysis of transportation corridors, multiple species
habitat conservation, and update of the circulation
element of the General Plan
Ann Arbor Transportation Plan (Ann Arbor, Michigan)
Hennepin County, Minnesota Light Rail Transit
System (Feasibility Study, Environmental Impact Analysis, Conceptual Design of Traffic Improvements)
Bakersfield, California Transportation System Study
Southern California Association of Governments 2001
Regional Transportation Plan
Madera County, CA 2001 Regional Transportation
Plan 8, Environmental Impact Report Update
Goods Movement
San Joaquin Valley Goods Movement Study
Transportation Analysis of the Impacts of NAFTA on
the Southern California Region
Traffic Modeling
Comprehensive Traffic Forecasting Models: Palm
Springs, CA; Chico, CA; Danville, CA; Durango, CO
ERIK 0. RUEHR, P.E.
Director of Traffic Engineering
EXPERIENCE, Continued
e Review and Update of SANDAG Regional Traffic
Model Forecasts for the City of Poway, CA -
Bicycle Planning
Toledo, Ohio Bikeway Plan
Chula Vista, California Bikeway Plan
San Diego County, California Bicycle Survey
Research
Performance Measures and Levels of Service for the
Year 2000 Highway Capacity Manual
Development of the Weaving Analysis Procedure for
the 1985 Highway Capacity Manual
Development of the Multi-Lane Rural Roads
Procedure for the 1991 Update of the Highway
Capacity Manual
Automatic Updating of Traffic Signal Timing Using
Traffic Detectors (1.5 GC)
VIVIANE JEANNE MARQUE2
505 North Willowspring Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024
760-633-3066
EDUCATION:
MASTERS OF SCIENCE, BIOLOGY Ecology Program. San Diego State University.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, BIOLOGY Emphasis in Ecology. San Francisco State University.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Marquez & Associates Biological Consultants. July 15, 1994 to present.
OWNER AND PRINCIPAL BIOLOGIST (COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO-CERTIFIED)
Conduct biological surveys and prepare biological reports including wetland delineations, habitat
mapping, environmental constraints analyses and focused surveys for endangered, threatened and sensitive
animal and plant species (California Gnatcatcher and Southwestern Willow Flycatcher permit PRT-
800930), and mitigation monitoring;
restoration work including restoration plan preparation, installation, maintenance, and monitoring of
coastal sage scrub, riparian, freshwater marsh, and native grassland habitats (Pesticide Applicator License
# 34039 from the California State Department of Pesticide Regulation);
prepare permit application packages and represent clients during 1601, 404, 401, and 4(d) habitat loss
permit applications proceedings;
general administration duties include submitting proposals and bids for biological contracts, hiring,
training and supervising personnel on an as-needed basis.
California Department of Transportation. San Diego State University Foundation. May 199 1 to August 1994.
BIOLOGIST
Conducted biological surveys including sensitive species surveys for California Gnatcatcher, Light-footed
Clapper Rail, Cactus Wren and numerous plant species for CEQA and NEPA analysis;
identification of birds by sight and call and identification of plants by sight and taxonomic keys
plant identification and use of taxonomic keys;
prepared biological reports and biological assessments;
prepared mitigation reports to satisfy Section 404 requirements;
conducted project construction monitoring;
monitored and statistically analyzed riparian mitigation projects;
collected seed for salt marsh mitigation project;
translocated and monitored sensitive plant species;
proposed alternatives andor appropriate mitigation for resource impacts;
coordinated with biologists, generalists, landscape architects, engineers and resource agency personnel on
proposed projects.
San Diego State University Foundation. October 1992 to January 1995.
RESEARCH BIOLOGIST
Principal investigator: Restoration of Coastal Sage Scrub: Effect of Annual Legumes on the Growth and
Establishment of Artemisia californica ; Assistant Investigator: Restoration of Nassellu pulchra (Purple Needlegrass) under various water regimes.
PUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS Restoration of Coastal Sage Scrub; The Effect of Annual Legumes on the Growth and Establishment of
Artemisia californica .1994. San Diego State University Library; The Ecology of Ferocactus viridescens, (Barrel Cactus), Preservation and Translocation. 1 992. Canyon
News; Society for Ecological Restoration 1 995 International Conference Presentation. Restoration of Coastal
Sage Scrub. September, 1995; Ineffectiveness of Two Annual Legumes as Nurse Plants for Establishment of Artemisia californica in
Coastal Sage Scrub. 1996. Restoration Ecology 4: 1 pps. 42-5 1. What are the Limits to Restoration of Coastal Sage Scrub in Southern California in 2nd Interface Between
Ecology and Land Development in California. Keeley, J. E. and C.J. Fotheringham (eds). 2000.
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Personnel Qualifications
John R. Cook
Principal
Education and Professional Experience
Mr. Cook received a B.A. in Anthropology from San Diego State University, a B.A. in
Philosophy from that same institution. He is a member of the Society of Professional
Archaeologists, accredited in field research, theoretical research, and archaeological
administration. As owner and President of ASM Affiliates since its incorporation more than 19
years ago, and more recently division manager and Principal for Brian F. Mooney Associates, Mr.
Cook has supervised and participated in several hundred CRM contracts. In the capacity of
Principal Investigator, Supervisory Archaeologist, and technical analyst, Mr. Cook has experience
throughout Southern California on all types of cultural resource studies. During this time he has
developed particular strengths in lithic analysis, quantitative methods, predictive modeling, and
government compliance procedures. As projectkontract manager of large-scale projects for both
public and private clients, he has proven his ability to complete studies in a timely, coateffective
manner, and to communicate with all levels of project personnel (research team members, agency
staff, planners, and engineers), thereby securing the requisite approvals for project
implementation.
Experience in Perjhming Cultural Resource Studies
ACOE Open-End Military Projects Contract. Mr. Cook has served as Senior Project
Manager and Principal Investigator on five consecutive multi-year open-end contracts
between 1986 and 1995 (the current contract will extend into 1997) for the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles District. To date, more than 76 individual delivery
orders have issued on these contracts, totaling in excess of 5.4 million dollars. Services
include surveys, eligibility evaluations, preparation of research designs, overviews,
I HARPs/HPPs, preservation plans and exhibits, construction monitoring, and historic
archival and archaeological studies in Southern California and Arizona. Given the nature
of these contracts, multiple, simultaneous delivery orders are issued necessitating the
coordination and supervision of numerous large crews, research staff, and subcontractors.
State Route 125 Cultural Resource Studies. Mr. Cook was the Contract/Project Manager
on the SR 125 studies which were performed under contract to the California
Transportation Venture through Caltrans District 11. This project involved the
coordination of 25 separate cultural resource investigations of varying scopes for CEQA
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and Section 106 compliance for a proposed 30-mile highway from the International Border
north to the community of Spring Valley in San Diego County, California. Requisite
studies included Phase 11 National Register of Historic Places eligibility evaluations,
Historic Study Reports and Historic Architectural Survey Reports, as well as Native
American coordination. All of the studies had to be completed within an eight-month
period, and were completed on or before their scheduled due date of September 1994.
As-Needed Cultural Resources Contract for the City of San Diego's Metropolitan
Wastewater Depament. Mr. Cook served as Project Manager and Principal Investigator
for this multi-year contract. Services include City and County of San Diego compliance
as well as state and federal Section 106 compliance in accordance with the Metropolitan
Wastewater Department's (MWWD) Programmatic Agreement with the Environmental
Protection Agency, State Historic Preservation Office, and Advisory Council on Historic
Preservation. To date, services have included intensive surveys of proposed disposal sites,
major sewer pipelines through historic areas of the City, enhanced survey testing (a method
for pre-construction subsurface resource detection), and prehistoric site significance and
eligibility evaluation. Related work involved preparation of a Background Study for the
entire MWWD area of potential effect which provides a detailed prehistoric, ethnohistoric,
and historic overview, discussion of research issues, and predictive analysis of potential
site locations.
1990-93 As Needed Cultural Resources Services Contract for Caltrans, District 11. Mr .
Cook was Project Manager for this Caltrans contract. Archaeological and historical
resource surveys, eligibility (Section 106) evaluations, and data recovery mitigation
programs were conducted for sites within the alignments of State Routes 52, 78, 86, 94,
and 125 within San Diego, Riverside and Imperial Counties.
Rancho Cielo Data Recovery. Mr. Cook was Principal Investigator, lithic analyst, and
author of an investigation of thirteen lithic scatters, workshops, and quarries in San Diego
County. The analysis of more than ten thousand artifacts resulted in the identification of
technological traits known only for the San Dieguito cultural complex.
Parno Dam and Reservoir. Mr. Cook was Co-Principal Investigator for this 3,000-acre
survey for the San Diego County Water Authority. Work included the preparation of a re-
search design for Phase II evaluations of resource significance with Drs. Cleland and
Schaefer .
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Goleta Flood Protection Cultural Resource Survey. As Project Manager, Mr. Cook was
responsible for administrative and supervisory duties involving the study of some 1,700
acres of the Goleta Slough in Santa Barbara County, California. The project was conducted
under contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles District.
Mount Laguna Recreation Area Cultural Resource Inventory and Evaluation. Mr. Cook
was Project Manager, Supervisory Archaeologist, and Report Author for an intensive
survey of 8,750 acres of U.S.D.A. Forest Service property which resulted in the location,
mapping, and evaluation of 145 Late Prehistoric Horizon sites. From this study, the
researchers were able to generate a detailed settlement subsistence model with applicability
for future investigations.
McCain Valley Study Area Class 11 Cultural Resource Inventory. As Co-Principal
Investigator and Project Manager, Mr. Cook was responsible for all aspects of this
98,000-acre study for the U.S.D.I. Bureau of Land Management which took more than
fourteen months to complete. Analysis of resource data using quantitative methds resulted
in the formulation of a predictive model for the evaluation of potential impacts.
References
The following persons can be contacted for references regarding Mr. Cook's management
capabilities :
1. Mr. Russell Kaldenberg, U.S.D.I. Bureau of Land Management, Sacramento, California
(916) 979-2840
2. Mr. Chris White, California Department of Transportation, San Diego, California (619)
688-6764
3. Mr. C. Michael Elling, City of San Diego Metropolitan Wastewater Department, San
Diego, California (619) 533-5265
4. Mr. Steve Laub, Home Capital Development, San Diego, California (619) 699-8272
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Giroux & Assodat@
Environmental Consultants
HANS D, GIROUX
SrJMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS AND -CE
EDUCATION:
BacheXor of Arts in German Literature, University of California, 1965.
Bachelor of Science in Meteorology, University of Utah, 1966,
Graduate studies in Meteorology, Univmsity of Wmmsin, 1967-68.
Mastas of Science in Meteorology, UCLA, 1972.
Candidacy for Doctorate in Meteorology, UCLA, 1974,
]PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Weather Forecaster, US, Air Force, T~ax AFB, Madison, WI, 1966-67. .
Staff Weather OfficedChief Porecastet, McChord AFB, WA, 1968-69.
Teaching Assistant, Bask Meteorology/Advanced Dynamics, UCLA, 1969-71.
Research Assistant, California Marine Layer Structure, UCLA, 1971.
Reseat.ch Assistant, Remote Air Pollution by Satellites, UCLA, 1972.
Research Assistant, Climatic Change - Aircraft Pollution, UCLA, 1973.
Instructor, Basic Meteorology, Cal State Northridge, 1972-74.
Air Pollution Meteorologist, S-Cubed, LaJoila, CA 1973-75.
Senior Meteorologist, Meteorology Research, Inc., Altadena, CA 1975-77.
hstructor, Weather for Flight Airnews, Orange Coast College, 1976.
Instructor, Basic Meteorology, Golden West Community College, 1976-8 1.
Insbructor, Basic Metsorology, Orange Coast College, 1977-81.
Consultant, Atmospheric Impact Processes, Me, CA, 1977-present.
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ahCrc3w6: trained new personnel: responsible for ground safety, security, records administration, quality control, forecasting methodology research, and liaison with other base unit's: air defense battle staff weather officer: and tieputy.detachment commander.
University: Conducted laboratory sessions; instructed students in the use of mreteorological instrumentation; demonstrated weather analysis. techniques: supervised student weather observation progrd; gave lectures and tests.
private: Prepared air quality impact assessmente for coal-fired, oil-fired, nuclear, geothermal and wind energy power generation systems; prepared impact assessments for transportation systems, industrial emissions sources, wastewater treatment plants, landfills, toxic disposal sites, oil procesfsing facilities, mining operations, commercial, residential, institutional and.-.recreational land uses, airpcmts and harbors; conducted atmospheric gas tracer experiments; developed numerical airflow analyses; and conducted numerous meteorological and air quality data acquisition programs with a very strong emphasi6 in arid environments, geothermal development, odors and nuisance and in regional pollution impacts from Southern California urbanization.
Naisa Developed impact assesenents for roadways FIOU~CBS, construction equipment, sand and gravel plants, wineries, industrial equipment, gas recovery plants, railroads, recreational activities and oi& refineries i monitored ambient noise levels from above sources, calibrated highway traffic noise model (FEfwA-RD-77-108), and calculated sensitive receptor noise exposures; wrote community noise ordinances, purchased monitoring equipment and trained city staff: performed noise mitigation studies including barrier design, location, equipment noise control, and residential building retrofits.
Dr. Don B. Blumenthal, President, Sonoma Technology, Inc., 707-527-9372 Mr. Tom J. Lockhart, CCM, Meteor. Standards Institute, 206-549-2179
Ms. Sylvia Salenius, D&r., Env, Studies, PCD Technologha, 714-635-4447 Mr. Mike TOlmaSOff, Director, No. Sonoma County APCD, 707-433-5911 Mr. Harry Dillon, Deputy Director, Imperial County APCD, 619-339-4314 Dr. Alan Eschenroeder, ]?resident, Alanova, Inc., 617-259-0886 Mr. Ken R. Richards, Sr. Engineer, Consoer-Townsend ASSOC., 615-244-8864
Mr. John Ledbetter. City of Berkeley Planning DepC., 510-644-6534 Ms. Barbara Reid, City of Chula Vista Planning Dept-, 619-691-5097
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JAMES F. KNOWLTON
PRESIDENT - PRINCIPAL ENGMEEWGEOLOGIST
ExoerienCe
Mr. Knowlton has a wide range of experience in running both large and small scale organizatons, as well
as large development projects and geotechnical projects, ranging hm detailed field investigations,
geologic mapping, logging of trenches and boring% aerial photo interpretation and regional and local recOnnaissance mapping for residential developments, electrical transmission lines and wastewater
treatment plants. He has also provided geotechnical consulting services for the cities of Poway, San Diego,
Oceanside, Carlsbad and Enchitas.
Mr. Knowlton is uniquely qualified to run, organize and direct large projects with diverse staff and
requirements. His experience with municipal governments and providing the leadership and interface
between staff and outside consultants, contractors and developers has given him insight and experience that
few can surpass. Mr. Knowlton has worked with both federal, state and municipal agencies on a wide
variety of projects and is very familiar with getting things accomplished in a bureaucratic environment.
Other assignments have included work on dam and slope stability problems, faulting, and foundation
studies in Orange, Los Angeles and San Diego Counties, and several large-scale geotechnical and
environmental impact reports for pipelines, offshore Wig platforms, and nuclear power plant sittings.
Professional Societies
Association of Engineering Geologists
South Coast Geological Society
San Diego Association of Geologists
Building Industry Association of Sau Diego
Home Builders Council
American Society of Civil Engineers APWA
Hobbies.
Hiking, Auto Racing (SCCA National License), Opera, Restoring race and collectible cars and traveling to
unique environments.
JAMES F. KNOWLTON
PRESIDENT - PIUNCIPAL ENGINEEWGEOLOGIST
Education
Graduate Studies, California State University, Long Beach, 1976 - 1980
B.S., Engineering Geology, California State university, Long Beach, 1973
Reeisb.ation and Certification
California RegiSterea Geologist No. 3564
California Certified Engineering Geologist No. 1045
Califomia Registered Civil Engineer No. 055754
Professional History
.. May 1,1985 PresidentPrincipal GeoIogistEngineer, GEOPACIFICA
to Present Consulting Engineering GeologWCivil Engineer
April 1983 to
April 1985
Vice PresidentPhcipal Geologist
OWEN GEOTECHNICAL, San Diego, California
1980 to 1983 Senior Engineering GeologWEngineer, IRVINE SOILS ENGINEERING,.
Me, and SAN DIEGO SOILS, San Diego, California
Project Geologisf LEIGHTON & ASSOCIATES, INC., bine
and San Diego, California
1978 to 1980
1976 to 1978 Staff Geologist, FUGRO, INC., Consulting Engineers and Geologists
(now ERTEC, INC.), Long Beach, California
1973 to 1976 Engineering Associate, PACIFIC SOILS ENGINEERING,
bine, California