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Mooney-Jones & Stokes
QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSAL FOR
PREPARATION OF THE EIR
(EIR 05-03)
FOR THE HILTON CARLSBAD BEACH
RESORT PROJECT
AND RELATED APPLICATIONS
(SDP 05- 1 4/CDP 05-43/RP 05-1 1 )
MOONEY •JONES & STOKES
9903 BUSINESSPARK AVENUE
SAN DIEGO, CA 92 1 3 1
PHONE: (858) 578-8964
FAX: (858) 578-0573
JANUARY 1 9, 2006
Proposal for Preparation of the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort EIR
Introduction
Mooney • Jones & Stokes, the San Diego branch of Jones & Stokes Associates, is pleased to present this
Statement of Qualifications and Proposal to the City of Carlsbad (City) for the Hilton Carlsbad Beach
Resort Environmental Impact Report (EIR). As requested in the City's Request for Qualifications and
Proposals (RFQ/P), we have provided our qualifications and proposal for your review.
Personnel, Qualifications & References
Key Personnel
Mooney • Jones & Stokes has assembled a team of experienced environmental professionals to provide
the City with the most comprehensive and capable team available. Our project team will be lead by:
Brian F. Mooney, AICP, as Project Director; Jim Harry as Project Manager; and Paul J. Amberg as
Quality Control Officer. As Project Manager, Jim Harry will serve as the primary point of contact for
the City and will be responsible for attending Planning Commission and City Council Hearings. In
addition to these managers, we have assembled a highly qualified team of environmental and land use
planners, visual resources specialists, air quality and noise specialists, biologists, archaeologists and
historians, and water quality/hydrology professionals. We have included the subconsultant firms of:
Ninyo & Moore for geology/soils and hazards/hazardous materials; Linscott, Law & Greenspan
Engineers (LLG) for traffic/transportation; and Best, Best & Krieger for Coastal Act Compliance.
Combined, we have an experienced team who has successfiilly completed similar projects in San Diego
County.
Jim Harry
Brian F. Mooney, AICP
Project Director
Paul J. Amberg
Quality Control Officer
Technical Support Staff
CEQA Analysis & EIR
Matthew Valeric
Dana Preiser
Aesthetics
Peter Langenfeld
Carole Lovell
Air Quality
Keith Cooper
Susan Steed Wilson
Biological Resources
Ted Lee
Kylie Fischer
Kailash Mo2umder
Cultural Resources
Richard Carrico
Stacie Wilson
Geology/Soils (N&M)
Randy Irwin, PG, CFXJ
Erik Olsen, Pii, GK
Gregory Farrand, PG, CEG
Hazardous Materials
(N&M)
Stephan Beck, PG, CEG,
HG, REA
HydrologyAVater Quality
Steve Seville
Tom Trexler
Land Use Planning Transportation (LLG) Coastal Act (BBK)
Russ Hunt
Matthew Valeric
Mike Greene
Keturah Anderson
John Boarman, PR
John Keating, PE
Marguerite Strand
Jim McNairy
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Below are the roles and experience for each of our proposed project personnel. Resumes for each of
these key personnel are provided in Attachment A of this proposal.
Brian F. Mooney, AICP Project Director
Brian Mooney has more than 30 years of experience in the planning
and environmental fields. In 1979, he established a multidisciplinary
environmental planning firm and, since then, has been principally
involved in directing environmental and planning studies in the public
and private sectors. These studies emphasize the incorporation of
natural and cultural resources and utilize constraints and opportunities
analyses that focus on environmental factors, public concerns, and
policy issues. Brian has served as a special consultant to numerous
cities, counties, and water districts, as an extension of staff for the
development of planning policy and preparation of environmental
documents in conformance with Califomia Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
Relevant Project Experience
• City of Carlsbad Cantarini/ Holly
Springs EIR
• Port of San Diego Woodfin Hotel
EIR
• Port of San Diego America's Cup
Harbor Plan Amendment EIR
• Port of San Diego Palm & Carnation
Avenue Street Ends EIR
• City of Solana Beach Mixed-Use Train
Station EIR
• North (bounty Transit District Solana
Beach IVain Station Parkine Structure
Jim Harry Project Manager
Jim Harry will serve as Project Manager for this project, and will serve
as the primary contact for the City of Carlsbad. He will also be the
person responsible for Planning Commission and City Council
presentations for this project. Jim has over 13 years of experience in
environmental analysis and report preparation, government
planning/permitting processes, and project management. He is
responsible for research, analysis, and preparation of environmental
documents; coordination with clients, subconsultants, agencies, and in-
house staff; scheduling and quality control; and budget monitoring and
invoicing. Prior to joining Mooney • Jones & Stokes, Jim served as a
Planner with the City of San Diego Planning Department Multiple
Species Conservation Program (MSCP). While with the City, he was
involved in review of private and public development projects for
consistency with the MSCP, and preparation of CEQA documents as
well as planning documents related to watershed protection and Best
Management Practices (BMPs).
Relevant Project Manager Experience
• City of Carlsbad Cantarini/ Holly
Springs EIR
• City of Carlsbad Shelley Property EIR
• City of Carlsbad Habitat Management
Plan (HMP) MND
• County of San Diego San Luis Rey
River Park Master Plan
• San Diego Unified School District
Memorial Area Middle School F:IR
• Father Joe's A Children's Village EIR
Paul J. Amberg Quality Control Officer
Paul Amberg has over 34 years of experience planning and managing
major multidisciplinary environmental assessment projects throughout
the continental United States, Alaska, and Peru. Paul is responsible for
managing technical studies and engineering/environmental projects;
preparing environmental impact/assessment reports; and coordinating
project quality assurance plans and procedures. He is currendy serving
as the Environmental Program Manager for the San Diego County
Water Authority's Regional Water Facilities Master Plan, for which he
is responsible for determining the appropriate environmental process
Relevant Project Experience
• City of Carlsbad Cantarini/ Holly
Springs EIR
• SDCWA Environmental Program
Manager for Regional Facilities Master
Plan
• San Diego Unified School District on-
Call Environmental Services
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for proposed projects; directing, reviewing, and evaluating consultant
work and project deliverables; organizing and maintaining project
schedules; and administering consultant agreements.
Matthew Valerio Environmental Planner
Matthew Valerio has five years of environmental planning experience
with Mooney • Jones & Stokes, specializing in coastal projects in
California. He earned a Masters degree in Coastal Zone Management
from Bournemouth University and a Bachelors degree in Geology
from the University of Plymouth. Prior to joining Mooney • Jones &
Stokes, he held professional positions with Government departments
in England and South Africa, reviewing environmental impact
documents and supporting pro-active environmental management. His
exposure to different cultures and ideals has equipped him with a
tremendous ability to provide lateral perspectives. His diverse
background and knowledge enable him to discuss environmental issues
and planning projects in an objective manner in order to provide a
balanced approach to projects.
Relevant Project Experience
• City of Carlsbad Cantarini/Holly
Springs EIR
• Port of San Diego Woodfin Hotel
EIR
• Port of San Diego South Bay Boat
Yard MND
• City of Solana Beach Mixed-Use Train
Station EIR
• North County Transit District Solana
Beach Train Station Parking Structure
Dana Preiser Environmental Planner
Dana M. Preiser has approximately one of experience year as an
Environmental Planner. At Mooney • Jones & Stokes, she has served
as an Environmental Planner for a number of coastal development
projects in San Diego County. Dana graduated from Princeton
University in 2002 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and
extensive coursework in environmental studies, chemistry, biology,
geology, environmental economics, science and public policy.
Relevant Project Experience
• Port of San Diego Woodfin Hotel
EIR
• Port of San Diego South Bay Boat
Yard MND
Peter Langenfeld Aesthetics
Peter Langenfeld has 20 years of experience preparing visual
simulations using a variety of methods and techniques that substantiate
project impacts. To validate simulation accuracy, he uses GPS, in
conjunction with DTM in a CAD environment, to produce three-
dimensional models based on proposed development plans. Peter has
prepared simulations for world-class resorts, regional shopping centers,
quarry expansions, Mas ter-Planned communities, wind energy and
cogeneration facilities, water reservoirs, and cellular facilities.
Relevant Project Experience
• City of Carlsbad Cantarini/Holly
Springs EIR
• Port of San Diego Woodfin Hotel
EIR
• Port of San Diego America's Cup
Harbor Plan Amendment EIR
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Keith Cooper Air Quality & Noise
Keith Cooper has more than seven years of experience as an
environmental planner, with specialization in the areas of air quality,
noise, and ground-bome vibration. He has prepared numerous air
quality impact assessments to document air pollutant emissions and
concentrations related to public infrastructure and private development
projects; and noise impact assessments to evaluate impacts from
construction, transportation, industrial, commercial, and recreation
sources. He has a thorough understanding of the National and State
Ambient Air Quality Standards, as well as South Coast Air Quality
Management District (SCAQMD) standards. Keith has experience
using a sound level meter and calibrator and applying the Traffic Noise
Model software developed by the Federal Highway Administration
(FHWA) and the Sound 2000 software developed by Caltrans.
Relevant Project Experience
• City of Beverly Hills Cultural Center
EIR
• Playa Vista Phase II EIR
• USC Health Sciences Campus Project
EIR
Ted N. Lee Biological Resources
Ted Lee has been active in ecological research and field studies for
over eight years and currentiy specializes in natural resource
management and agency consultation. He has an expert knowledge of
preparing a wide range of biological studies in compliance with CEQA,
NEPA, federal and state Endangered Species Acts, Clean Water Act,
California Fish and Game Code as well as numerous other local, state
and federal guidelines. Ted's experience includes consultation with the
California Coastal Commission and other regulatory agencies, wetland
delineations and biological studies, sensitive species surveys,
coordinating large-scale environmental compliance and ecological
restoration programs, and preparing CEQA and NEPA
documentation. He is familiar with the particular needs and
requirements of coastal development projects, and has extensive
expertise in permitting and biological resources management
throughout San Diego County.
Relevant Project Experience
• City of Carlsbad Cantarini/Holly
Springs EIR
• Father Joe's A Children's Village EIR
• Port of San Diego America's Cup Plan
Amendment EIR
Richard L. Carrico Cultural Resources
Richard Carrico has been active in the field of cultural resources
management for more than 25 years. He has an expert knowledge of
CEQA/NEPA, including Section 106 documentation. His experience
includes supervisory roles in both historic and prehistoric
archaeological studies, surveys, evaluations, tests, data recovery, and
mitigation monitoring projects. He has a wide range of experience,
including cultural resources studies and management for water
resources projects, inland and coastal development projects,
transmission line/energy projects, and transportation projects
throughout the western United States. In total, he has been the
Principal Investigator for more than 500 cultural resource projects and
the Native American Coordinator/Liaison for more than 50 projects.
Relevant Project Experience
• City of Carlsbad Cantarini/Holly
Springs EIR
• Olivenhain Municipal Water District
(OMWD) Storage Project
• South Bay Water Reclamation Plant
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Steve Seville, PE Hydrology/Water Quality
Steve Seville has extensive experience as a project engineer, including
working with hydrologic models for use in floodplain mapping and
enhancement of coastal and riverine restoration design. His expertise
includes fieldwork, hydrological data analysis, application of
hydrological models for watershed study and restoration design,
integration of model results with GIS databases, restoration design,
erosion control design, and construction oversight. He also has an
extensive knowledge of AutoCAD.
Relevant Project Experience
• Santa Clara Valley Water District
Upper Guadalupe River Project
• City of South Lake Tahoe Rocky Point
lirosion Control Project
Tom Trexler Hydrology/Water Quality
Tom Trexler has more than 14 years of professional and academic
experience in project management, hydrology, analytic chemistry, water
resource issues, riparian and limnological water quality sampling,
laboratory analysis, hydrologic flow measurement, and GIS analysis.
Hydrologic and water quality modeling with GIS, HEC-RAS, BASINS,
and MIKEl 1 /21 /SHE. Ms expertise includes fluvial geomorphology,
watershed evaluations, total maximum daily loads (TMDL), pollution
prevention plans (BMPs), flow analysis, water use/demand
calculations, and impact/ mitigation analyses. He conducts
interdisciplinary analyses of water quality at a variety of scales ranging
from microscopic to meso-scale catchments, engineering liaison,
hazardous materials handling specialist, and emergency response
protocol tactician; ion chromatography, mass spectroscopy, plasma gas
chromatography, atomic absorption, stable isotope separation and
detection.
Relevant Project Experience
• Port of Stockton West Complex
Development Plan
• City of Vallejo Mare Island
Commercial Dredge Placement
Operation
• San Joaquin River Dissolved Oxygen
TMDL Process
Key Subconsultants
Mooney • Jones & Stokes has selected an experienced team of subconsultants to augment our in-house
capabilities and provide the City with a comprehensive team to complete and process the Hilton Beach
Resort EIR. Below are descriptions of our subconsultants' key personnel.
Randy Irwin, PG, CEG, N&M Geology/Soils
Mr. Irwin's more than 23 years of experience includes a broad range of
project experience, including geologic reconnaissance and mapping,
exploratory boring and trench logging, landslide investigation, coastal
bluff evaluation, and in-grading inspection. Additionai experience
consists of performing and analyzing seismic refraction traverses, aerial
photograph interpretation, installing and monitoring slope indicators,
and investigating potentially compressible surficial deposits. Randy's
responsibilities include constmction services, coordinating and
supervising geotechnical field investigation and research projects.
Relevjint Project Experience
• South Carlsbad State Beach
Geotechnical Evaluation
• Magellan Gateway Hotel FIIR
Geotechnical Evaluation
• Alga Norte Community Park
(Geotechnical Evaluation
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directing technical staff, performing data analyses, and pre-paring and
reviewing geotechnical reports.
Stephan Beck, REA, N&M Hazards/Hazardous Materials
Stephan Beck, PG, CEG, HG, REA, is a Principal Environmental
Geologist with more than 24 years of professional experience. He
provides managerial, technical and QA/QC oversight and support on
all corporate, environmental submittals and projects. Stephan has been
an active participant in the development of the San Diego Department
of Environ-mental Health's (DEH) Site Assessment and Mitigation
(SAM) Manual, which has been adopted by other agencies, in whole or
in part, throughout Califomia. In particular, he has received written
acknowledgements from the DEH for his excellent contributions to
the SAM Manual.
Relevant Project Experience
• (Central Imperial Redevelopment Plan
HMTS
• National City Downtown Specific
Plan HMTS
• Oceanside Unified School District
On-Call Environmental Consulting
John Boarman, PE, LLG Transportation/Traffic
John Boarman, PE, is a Principal at LLG with extensive experience in
traffic/trasnportation engineering in San Diego County. He is a
Registered Civil Engineer (C 50033) and registered Traffic Engineer
(TR 1855) in California. John holds a Master of Science degree in Civil
Engineering from Purdue University, and is a member of the Institute
of Transportation Engineers and Association of Environmental
Professionals. His specific experience includes traffic sections of EIRs,
traffic impact studies, parking studies, and transportation planning.
Relevzint Project Experience
• Faraday Avenue
• Thompson Property
• ("oast Waste Transfer Station
• Price Club (ias
• La Costa Retail Center
Marguerite "Peggy" Strand, BB&K Coastal Act Compliance
Marguerite "Peggy" Strand is a partner with Best, Best & Krieger LLP.
Her experience includes endangered species matters, environmental
compliance and water quality compliance. Ms. Strand assists the North
County Transportation District with project approvals including
coastal consistency issues.
Jim McNairy, BB&K Coastal Act Compliance
Jim McNairy is an Associate Attomey at Best, Best & ICrieger LLP.
He has significant experience in analyzing proposed projects'
compliance with the California Coastal Act. In this regard, Mr.
McNairy has previously worked with teams of lawyers and consultants
to analyze and unplement permitting strategies for major energy
facilities proposed to be built within the coastal zone.
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Level of Effort for Proposed Staff
Below is a table presenting the level of effort for our key staff members by task.
Name Task 1: Project Initiation & Scoping Task 2: Preparation of Screencheck Draft EIR Task 3: Screencheck EIR Processing, Preparation of Draft EIR, NOA, Draft MMRP & Candidate Findings of Fact Task 4: EIR Public Review Process Task 5: Response to Comments & Preliminary Final EIR Task 6: Preparation of Final EIR, MMRP & Findings Task 7: Project Coordination / Meetings/11 e arings Task 8: Califomia Coastal Act Compliance Task 9: Quality Control Brian F. Mooney, AICP 4 2 24
Jim Harry 24 22 26 4 24 10 40 8
Paul Amberg 40
Matt Valerio 2 56 32 8 8 2
Dana Preiser 156 104 4 36 32
Peter Langenfeld 62
Keith Cooper 29
Mike Greene 52
Ted Lee 12
Richard Carrico 21
Randy Irwin, PG, CEG 4
Stephan Beck, PG, CEG,
HG, REA
25
Steve Seville, PE 12
Tom Trexler 12
John Boarman, PE 23
Marguerite Strand 40
Firm Qualifications & Experience
Mooney • Jones & Stokes, a division of Jones & Stokes Associates, has been located in San Diego
County for the past 26 years, and has extensive relevant project experience in the Port of San Diego's
(Port) jurisdictional area. We have successfully completed Environmental Impact Reports for previous
Port projects and for local cities as well as for the County of San Diego (County).
In January 2005, Mooney & Associates merged with Jones & Stokes Associates. The product of the
merger is Mooney • Jones & Stokes, which serves as the San Diego branch of Jones & Stokes. Jones &
Stokes is a Sacramento-based environmental and planning consulting firm with offices in Sacramento,
San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Bakersfield, Los Angeles, Irvine, San Diego and Temecula, California;
Portiand and Ashland, Oregon; Bellevue and Vashon Island, Washington; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Salt
Lake City, Utah. Company-wide, we maintain a full- and part-time staff of approximately 450, including
40 San Diego-based environmental and land use planners, biologists, archaeologists and historians,
landscape architects, geographers. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) professionals and graphic
designers. Through this merger, Mooney • Jones & Stokes has retained all Mooney & Associates' staff
and we continue to offer our clients high-quality environmental consulting services, but now offer
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additional and expanded services including hydrology/water quality, noise, and air quality consulting
services.
Our firm is a recognized leader in California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National
Environmental Quality Act (NEPA) compliance. Our
on-staff environmental attorneys keep abreast of current
court decisions regarding CEQA, NEPA, the Clean
Water Act (CWA), Endangered Species Act (ESA),
Clean Air Act, and other federal and state environmental
laws to provide valuable and up-to-date information and
strategies to clients. Our staff members have written the
standard reference books on environmental laws and
regulatory compliance including: CEQA Deskbook: A
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Comply with the Califomia Environmental Quality Act, Mastering NEPA: A Step-by-
Step Approach; and Wetlands Regulation: A Complete Guide to Federal and Califomia Programs.
City of Carlsbad Cantarini/Holly Springs EIR
Mooney • Jones & Stokes with Jim Harry serving as project manager
recentiy completed an EIR for the City's Cantarini/Holly Springs
Project. Ted Lee, Richard Carrico, Paul Amberg , Matt Valerio and
Peter Langenfeld of Mooney • Jones & Stokes also contributed to the
EIR. The Cantarini and Holly Springs sites are located east of the
proposed Kelly Ranch Project. The Cantarini portion of this project
consists of 105 single-family residential units, 80 multiple-family
residential units, and natural open space within the Habitat
Management Plan (HMP) hardline conservation areas. The Holly
Springs portion of this project consists of 43 single-family residential
units and natural open space. Discretionary actions addressed in the
EIR include a General Plan Amendment to estabUsh HMP hardlines,
two Tentative Maps, a Site Development Permit, Zone Change,
Hillside Development Permit, and Floodplain Special Use Permit.
Issues addressed in the Cantarini/Holly Springs EIR include land use
compatibility, visual aesthetics/grading, biological resources
(consistency with the HMP), transportation/circulation, air quaHty,
agricultural resources, noise, hydrology/water quality, public services
and utilities, geology/soils, hazards and hazardous materials,
archaeological resources, paieontological resources, and population/
housing.
City of Carlsbad Shelley Property EIR
Jim Harry served as Project Manager for the completion of an EIR for
a residential development within the westem portion of the City of
Carlsbad. Discretionary actions covered by the EIR included a
Tentative Map and Rezone. Issues addressed in the CEQA docimient
included impacts on circulation patterns as well as the effects of the
project on visual character, biological resources, and school districts.
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San Luis Rey River Park Master Plan
Jim Harry of Mooney • Jones & Stokes is currentiy serving as in-house
Project Manager for preparation of the San Luis Rey River Park Master
Plan. The Master Plan will identify future uses within an eight-mile
long study area around the San Luis Rey River. Jim's responsibilities
for this project include site analysis, data gathering, land use
opportunities and constraints analysis, and development of the Master
Plan document. Preparation of the constraints report included analysis
of the effects of Caltrans' SR-76 widening project on the study area for
the master Plan. Caltrans is considering multiple altematives for
widening SR-76 the entire length of the Master Plan area. Widening
SR-76 would have extensive effects on park programming and the
sensitive biological resources within the park. As in-house Project
Manager, Jim serves as the primary contact with Hargreaves Associates
and the County of San Diego, and is responsible for coordination of
Mooney • Jones & Stokes staff efforts on the project.
City of Carlsbad Habitat Management Plan (HMP) MND
Jim Harry of Mooney • Jones & Stokes served as Project Manager for
the preparation of CEQA documentation for a 6,400-acre HMP open
space preserve area in the City of Carlsbad. Environmental issues
addressed included estabUshment of a system for preservation of
biological resources, effects of the HMP on the City's General Plan,
and indirect effects of existing and planned urban development on the
open space preserve.
Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP) EIR/EIS
Jim Harry of Mooney • Jones & Stokes served as Principal
Environmental Analyst for preparation of an EIR/EIS for the MSCP.
The MSCP addressed by the environmental document addressed an
open space preserve with a study area of over 200,000 acres and
involved the participation of multiple jurisdictions as weU as state and
federal agencies.
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Rancho Santa Fe Bridge Replacement
Jim Harry of Mooney • Jones & Stokes assisted in the preparation and
processing of CEQA and NEPA documents for the proposed
replacement of a bridge on Rancho Santa Fe Road. Replacement of
the bridge was proposed to involve federal funds. Work included
coordination of technical studies for a Caltrans Environmental
Assessment and a City of Carlsbad CEQA document. Jim also assisted
in the preparation of the Environmental Assessment and CEQA
document for this project.
Memorial Area Middle School
Jim Harry and Paul Amberg of Mooney • Jones & Stokes staff
prepared environmental documentation for the Memorial Area Middle
School Project. The San Diego Unified School District determined the
need for a new middle school in the community of Southeastern San
Diego to aUeviate existing and future enrollment strain on the
Memorial Academy Charter School and Gompers Junior High School,
and to continue to adequately serve the surrounding community. The
district identified three potential sites for the proposed middle school
and analyzed the environmental affects of constmcting the school on
each of the sites. Tasks completed by Mooney • Jones & Stokes for
this project included conducting an environmental constraints analysis
for the school site selection process, preparation of the Draft EIR for
the alternative sites, and participation in pubUc meetings regarding the
project. Issues addressed in the EIR included loss of existing
residences and commercial services, cultural and historic resources,
noise, traffic, and hazardous materials.
Father Joe's A Children's Village EIR
Mooney "Jones & Stokes, with Jim Harry as Project Manager and Paul
Amberg as QuaUty Control Officer, is currentiy preparing an EIR for
the Father Joe's "A Children's ViUage" Project. The project involves
foster care faciUties for 200 children including an onsite school on a
118-acre site in eastern San Diego County. Our services have included
preparation of an EIR, alternative site feasibiUty analysis, management
of subconsultants, and coordination with County of San Diego staff.
Environmental issues addressed during project processing include land
use compatibiUty, noise, visual character, sensitive biological resources,
archaeological resources, transportation, hydrology, water quaUty and
groundwater supply.
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Woodfin Suites Hotel EIR & Port Master Plan Amendment
Mooney • Jones & Stokes is currendy preparing an EIR for the
Woodfin Suites Hotel and Port Master Plan Amendment. The
proposed project includes demoUtion of aU existing stmctures on the
3.79-acre tidelands property. No portions of the existing marina berths
within the submerged tidelands wiU be altered. The proposed
components of this project include: constmction of an eight-story,
140-suite hotel with supporting faciUties over partiaUy suppressed
parking; constmction of a new and separate two story marina services
building; constmction of a 1,120-Unear foot seawaU and pubUc
promenade along the entire shoreUne frontage of the marina;
development of 401 on-site parking spaces; and evaluation of a project
option in which up to 40 of the 140 hotel suites would be marketed
and operated as timeshares. The EIR will address land use, coastal
access, aesthetics, hydrology/water quaUty, transportation/traffic, air
quaUty, noise, geology, hazards and hazardous materials, pubUc services
and UtiUties, and recreation.
America's Cup Harbor Plan Amendment EIR
Mooney • Jones & Stokes was retained by the Port District to prepare
an EIR for the America's Cup Harbor Project. The approved
America's Cup Harbor Project EIR analyzed issues such as the
redevelopment of America's Cup Harbor as defined by various
circulation, land, and water use changes in the Shelter Island Planning
District Precise Plan section of the Port Master Plan. Primary areas of
focus included the reorganization of land use designations for areas of
marine sales and services, commercial recreation, recreational boat
berthing, and pubUc open spaces. Changes also focused on traffic
circulation in order to enhance the flow of people service by these
business and recreational faciUties. Areas of concern included the
intersection of North Harbor Drive and Nimitz Boulevard, North
Harbor Drive, Scott Street, Carlton Street, Dickens Street, and Shelter
Island Drive. The geographic location of America's Cup Harbor
presented unique constraints to the traffic and parking in the area. Our
staff worked closely with Port District staff, the Port Tenants
Association, and the sport-fishing industry to find multiple solutions to
the parking issues and created a parking management program that met
the needs of the project. In addition, the community involvement
represented various interests including the Peninsula Community
Planning Board, Point Loma Village Committee, Point Loma
Association, Marine Recreation Committee, San Diego Mooring
Tenants Association, the United Sport-fishers of San Diego, and
others. Through the use of alternative analysis and community
outreach, a compromise plan was approved by the Board of Port
Commissioners to ensure community support by the majority of the
community.
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References for Mooney • Jones & Stokes
City of Carlsbad
Barbara Kennedy
Associate Planner
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carlsbad, CaUfornia 92008
Phone: (760) 602-4626
Services: Jim Harry prepared an EIR for the Cantarini/HoUy Springs Project
San Diego Unifted School District
James Bray
Constmction Management Supervisor
Maintenance & Operations Center
4860 Ruffner Street
San Diego, CaUfornia 92111
Phone: (858) 573-5773
Services: Jim Harry and Paul Amberg prepared numerous environmental documents for school projects
throughout San Diego County.
Port of San Diego
BiU Briggs
3165 Pacific Plighway
San Diego, CaUfornia 92101-1128
Phone: (619) 686-6284
Services: Brian Mooney and Matt Valerio prepared environmental documents for coastal development
projects.
City of El Centro
OUver M. Alvarado, AICP
Director of Planning and Housing
1275 Main Street
El Centro, CaUfomia 92243
Phone: (760) 337-4545
Services: Brian Mooney prepared numerous environmental documents, including EIRs, for development
projects throughout Imperial County.
Subconsultant Qualifications & Experience
The foUowing represents the quaUfications, relevant experience, and references for our proposed
subconsultants for this project.
AffgfgMQA Ai^^^^^ Since 1986, Ninyo & Moore has provided innovative solutions to complex
' f V T geotechnical and environmental chaUenges. As a leading geotechnical and
environmental sciences engineering and consulting firm, Ninyo & Moore provides speciaUzed services to
cUents in both the pubUc and private sectors. The firm is fuUy committed to being responsive, cost-
efficient, and thorough in meeting its cUents' project needs and objectives.
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Ninyo & Moore's geotechnical division provides geotechnical engineering, feasibiUty studies, seismic and
geologic hazards investigations, foundation investigations, pavement design, pile design, slope stabiUty
evaluations, soil classification, geophysical evaluations, subsurface explorations, evaluation of
Uquefaction potential, preparation of earthwork and foundation specification, water resource
development planning, SWPPP/SUSMP and BMPs planning, and forensic engineering. Ninyo & Moore
has provided these services throughout the westem United States for a variety of projects including
airports, bridges, commercial developments, dams, educational faciUties, harbor and offshore stmcmres,
highways and roadways, hospitals, industrial developments, landfiUs, Ught raU transit Unes, parks and
recreational faciUties, pipeUnes, power stations, railroads, residential developments, reservoirs and tanks,
transmission Unes, tunnels, water treatment plants, and wastewater treatment plants.
Ninyo & Moore's environmental division performs Phase I and II environmental site assessments and
audits, asbestos and lead paint surveys, underground storage tank assessments, hazardous waste
investigations, regulatory compUance, water resource development, soil and groundwater contamination
studies, and remediation services. Ninyo & Moore has provided these services for a variety of cUents
including local, state and federal govemments, Department of Defense agencies, lenders, and
commercial developers.
South Carlsbad State Beach Geotechnical Evaluation
Ninyo & Moore was retained to perform a Umited geotechnical
evaluation for a restroom located at North Ponto Day-Use Area at
South Carlsbad State Beach in the City of Carlsbad, CaUfornia. The
project involved the constmction of a single American DisabiUties Act
(ADA) accessible vault restroom building with an approximately 1,000-
gaUon underground holding tank, with the restroom over it. An
approximately 5-foot excavation wiU be made to accommodate the
holding tank. The restroom wiU be located at the west edge of the
paved parking lot, centered in an existing curbed parking space within
approximately 18 feet of a westerly descending coastal bluff. Ninyo &
Moore's scope of services included review of background information
including available geotechnical data, topographic maps, geologic
maps, and stereoscopic aerial photographs; performance of a geologic
reconnaissance of the proposed site to observe existing conditions, and
to faciUtate the coUection of bulk samples of exposed soils; Umited
laboratory testing consisting of sieve analysis, and soU corrosivity tests;
and preparation of a geotechnical evaluation report presenting our
findings, conclusions, and recommendations regarding faulting and
seismicity, earthwork, excavatabiUty, slope stabiUty, foundations, and
soil corrosivity.
City of Carlsbad Cantarini/Holly Springs EIR
Ninyo & Moore was retained by Mooney • Jones & Stokes for a
limited soUs and geotechnical evaluation and review for the proposed
Cantarini Ranch and Holly Springs projects in the City of Carlsbad,
CaUfornia. The projects are located in northeastem Carlsbad, north of
El Camino Real and east of the future extension of CoUege Boulevard.
Services included review of background project documents including
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available geotechnical reports, geologic Uterature, stereoscopic aerial
photographs, and site development and grading plans; performance of
site reconnaissance to observe surface features; data compilation and
analyses; and preparation of a report presenting our findings,
preUminary conclusions, and recommendations for additional
evaluation. The report wiU include an evaluation of existing
geotechnical reports, a preUminary evaluation of the appUcabiUty of
ripping/blasting, the potential for removals and recompaction of
existing soils, groundwater, and other potential geotechnical impacts to
the projects.
Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan EIR
Ninyo & Moore provided an evaluation of a proposed stormwater
management concept and an analyzed the potential for a proposed
major development to affect the quaUty of surface water in the Agua
Hedionda Lagoon, the Encinas Creek, and the Pacific Ocean. The
proposed erosion and sedimentation engineering controls (e.g., grass-
Uned swales, desiltation and detention basins) to mitigate potential
water quaUty and biological impacts from erosion were analyzed, and
the potential impact from increased mnoff including stormwater
mnoff, from newly created impervious surfaces, such as paving,
combined with urban poUutants associated with mixed land uses (e.g,
agricultural, commercial). Our evaluation included a discussion of
mitigation measures (i.e., Best Management Practices) proposed to
reduce these impacts. Our evaluation concluded that the proposed
project would not have a significant direct negative impact on surface
or groundwater quaUty unless an unauthorized source of
contamination was introduced during the preconstmction,
constmction, and/or maintenance phases of the project. It was
emphasized that specific stormwater control system design criteria be
developed in collaboration with a hydrauUc engineer, so that the system
would safely and effectively convey stormwater from the area and
improve water quaUty. We also recommended the use of vegetative
filters and other poUution control stmctures near poUution sources,
segregation of agricultural and commercial mnoff, BMPs that use
education and incentives to reduce poUution sources, and to plan an
implement good maintenance BMPs including inspecting and repairing
the system, with an appreciation of critical events such as the wet
season's "first flush". We concluded that the strategic use of vegetative
filters, detention basins, and other stormwater quaUty control
stmctures, along with comprehensive ongoing management of the
stormwater system could potentiaUy improve the overaU water quaUty
of the stormwater mnoff from the project area.
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Magellan Gateway Hotel EIR
Ninyo & Moore performed a preliminary geotechnical evaluation and a
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) for an Environmental
Impact Report (EIR) on a 3.5-acre site located east of Highway 101 in
Solana Beach, CaUfornia. The proposed development wiU consist of a
three-story, 115-unit, 74,000 square-foot hotel with underground
parking and a 19-unit, two building condominium development. Ninyo
& Moore's services included a review of background information
including geotechnical reports, geologic reports, geologic and
topographic maps, and stereoscopic aerial photographs; a geologic
reconnaissance; drilUng, logging and sampling six exploratory test
borings with a tmck-mounted drill rig; geotechnical laboratory testing
consisting of in-situ moismre content and dry density, grain size
analyses, expansion index, consoUdation, pH, minimum resistivity,
sulfate content, and chloride content; compUation and analysis of the
data; and preparation of a report presenting preliminary conclusions
and recommendations for inclusion in the EIR.
References for Ninyo & Moore
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Jeff Ahlstrom
8885 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 270
San Diego, CaUfornia 92108
Phone: (619) 220-5300
Services: Geotechnical Evaluation for South Carlsbad State Beach.
Cotton Beland Associates
John Bridges
8954 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 610
San Diego, CaUfornia 92108
Phone: (619) 291-1475
Services: Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan EIR erosion and sedimentation engineering controls.
Scott Englehorn & Associates
Scott Englehorn
345 South Coast Plighway 101, Suite N
Cardiff, CaUfornia 92007
Phone: (760) 436-3296
Services: Hazardous materials for the MageUan Gateway Hotel EIR.
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LINSCOTT
LAW &
GREENSPAN
engineers
Linscott, Law & Greenspan Engineers (LLG) provides transportation planning, traffic
engineering, and parking consulting services. Since its founding in 1966, over 6,000
engagements have been completed involving a wide variety of projects throughout the
United States and overseas; however, the core of its practice is in Southern CaUfornia and
Nevada. LLG's specialties include: Traffic Planning and Operations Studies, Traffic
Impact Studies, General Plan Circulation; Traffic Signal Design, Traffic Signing and
Striping Design, Constmction Zone Traffic Control Plans, PreUminary/Concepmal Engineering, Site
Access and Circulation, Shared Parking Demand Forecasting, and Parking Design and Planning. LLG is
a weU-respected, medium size firm, comprised of dedicated professionals who serve its cUents on a wide
variety of traffic and transportation issues. LLG principals and senior staff are recognized experts in
these practice areas and possess professional registration in Traffic Engineering, CivU Engineering or
both. This diverse experience and expertise enable us to provide services to both pubUc agencies and the
private sector. Project organization is stmctured so that Principals and Senior Staff maintain direct
involvement from project initiation to completion.
Local Facilities Management Plan Zone 15
LLG prepared the traffic study for LFMP Zone 15 to determine
whether or not the circulation system within Zone 15 conforms to the
adopted performance standard. The smdy also addressed aU
circulation element road segments and intersections outside Zone 15
impacted by twenty percent (20%) or more of the traffic generated by
Zone 15 to ensure conformance with the adopted performance
standard.
Coast Waste Transfer Station
LLG prepared traffic impact smdy to determine potential impacts of
increasing the aUowable tonnage at the existing faciUty. Three tonnage
increases were assessed. Recommended roadway improvements, which
would be necessary to accommodate additional tmcks. Traffic study
was completed in an extremely short time frame in order to meet the
City deadlines.
Faraday Avenue
LLG prepared the traffic smdy for the extension of Faraday Avenue to
Cannon Road. The purpose of the smdy was to document impacts of
the roadway extension as weU as intersection configurations and
general roadway geometries.
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References for Linscott, Law & Greenspan
City of Oceanside
Jerry Hittieman
300 N. Coast Highway
Oceanside, CA 92054
Phone: (760) 966-4783
City of Santee
Mr. Cary Stewart
10601 MagnoUa Avenue
Santee, CA 92071
Phone: (619) 258-4100 x 167
City of San Marcos
Jerry Backoff
1 Civic Center Drive
San Marcos, CA 92069
Phone: (760) 744-1050 x 3235
BEST BEST &L ICRIEGER. LLP Best &Krieger currendy assists localpubUc
agencies with project approvals including
coastal act consistency issues. Best Best & Krieger LLP's experience includes endangered species
matters, environmental compUance and water quaUty compUance.
Reference for Best Best & Krieger LLP
North County Transit District
Derrick Anderson
Phone: (760) 727-8625 x 259
Project Understanding
Mooney 'Jones & Stokes understands that the ITUton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project (SDP 05-14/CDP
05-43/RP 05-11) is located in the southwest quadrant of the City and within the Local FaciUties
Management Zone 22. The site is on the east side of Carlsbad Boulevard, south of Poinsettia Avenue
and covers approximately eight (8) acres. Based on our review of the existing documents for the site, we
understand that access to the site is provided by Ponto Road.
We also understand that the proposed project wiU include 215 hotel rooms, 12,820 square feet of
meeting space, a parking stmcture, restaurant, and spa. We understand that the proposed parking
stmcture wiU be located on the eastern end of the property, and that the main hotel wiU be one story at
the north end, adjacent to the Hanover Beach colony single-farmly residential development, but wUl
increase to three stories further south. The proposed project will include a pool area, pubUc pedestrian
trail, and pubUc snack bar/cafe along Carlsbad Boulevard.
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Mooney • Jones & Stokes understands that the existing General Plan Land Use designation for the
HUton Carlsbad Beach Resort site is primarily RMH/TR with approximately 1.24 acres designated TR at
the northernmost end of the site within the Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan area. The zone
designation for the majority of the site is CT-Q/RDM-Q, with the parcel at the north designated CT
within the Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan area. We understand that the proposed project currentiy
compUes with the General Plan, Zoning, and Specific Plan designations.
Detailed Work Program
Mooney • Jones & Stokes has reviewed the Scope of Consultant Services as described in the Request for
QuaUfications and Proposals (RFQ/P). We have gathered a team of quaUfied speciaUsts who are famiUar
with the environmental conditions of the project site and surrounding area, and we are committed to the
tasks outUned in the specific Scope of Work. Mooney • Jones & Stokes' proposed work program
includes the foUowing tasks:
Task 1: Project Initiation and Scoping
Successful completion of the EIR wiU require coordination with Mooney • Jones & Stokes and City staff.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes' project manager wUI attend an initial meeting with City staff to obtain project
information and confirm the work plan that wiU serve to focus our efforts for the EIR.
The initiation process wUl also involve a review of the responses to the Notice of Preparation (NOP)
and confirmation of the specific issues to be addressed in the report. During the NOP review period,
Mooney • Jones & Stokes staff with experience in community meetings and pubUc hearings on pubUc
projects wiU attend a pubUc scoping meeting. Our experience with community meetings and pubUc
hearings has shown that soUciting community input early is critical to identifying the project issues.
Task 2: Preparation of Screencheck Draft EIR
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU prepare a Screencheck Draft EIR, which includes an analysis of the key
issues identified in the Initial Smdy and responses to the NOP. The EIR wiU contain in-depth
discussions of each issue and wUI address existing conditions, impacts, and mitigation measures. The
Draft EIR, and aU associated technical studies and reports, wiU be prepared to meet aU the requirements
of CEQA and include aU sections required by the City. The Screencheck Draft EIR wiU include, but is
not Umited to, the foUowing issues as described in the RFP.
Third-Party Review
Smdies have been completed regarding environmental issues within the Ponto Beachfront ViUage Vision
Plan that include the project site. As described further below, Mooney • Jones & Stokes' project team
members with expertise in these issues wiU conduct a third-party review of these existing smdies and
recommend any additional work necessary to complete the Environmental Impact Report (EIR). AU
third-party review results and any requests for additional analysis wiU be summarized where appropriate
in a single submittal to the City prior to conducting additional technical analysis.
Completion of the EIR for the Cantarini/Holly Springs Project also involved coordination of a third-
party review of multiple technical studies. The third-party review process for that project identified
important issues necessary to complete the analysis for the EIR. Based on our experience with that
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process, the Mooney • Jones & Stokes team can ensure that the third-party review is completed in a cost
effective and timely manner.
Introduction and Executive Summary
The Introduction and Executive Summary wUl include a project synopsis, summary of significant effects
and mitigation measures, alternatives, intended uses of the EIR, and areas of controversy known to the
City. This section wiU be written to serve as a "stand alone" document. The summary of significant
effects, mitigation measures, and altematives that would reduce or avoid significant effects wiU be
provided in a tabular form. The summary and introduction wiU also summarize the scope of the EIR
and any subsequent environmental review required based on the analysis.
Aesthetics
Visual simulations prepared by Mooney • Jones & Stokes' staff wiU be used to analyze proposed
potential effects on visual character of the area. The analysis wiU include: five (5) photo simulations of
the Project, a viewshed map, and cross-sectional profUes to identify the Project's effect on the landscape.
Simulations would be completed to iUustrate views of the project from major pubUc vantage points
including two from north and southbound Carlsbad Boulevard, one from the state campground and
beach, and two additional simulations from Ponto Road and the raUroad. The analysis wiU discuss the
project effects on any federal, state, and local scenic highways and other sensitive receptors identified by
City staff. Mooney • Jones & Stokes' staff that was responsible for preparation of visual simulations and
visual analysis for the Cantarini/HoUy Springs project is famiUar with the requirements ofthe City
regarding the assessment of impacts to visual resources. This same staff would complete the analysis and
prepare the simulations.
Although the CaUfornia Environmental QuaUty Act (CEQA) aesthetics analysis wiU focus on pubUc
vantage points, specific visual issues that wiU need to be addressed wiU be the configuration of the hotel
and the visibiUty of proposed stmctures from single-famUy homes adjacent to the north and west of the
site. A parking garage is proposed along the northem border of the site within close proximity to
homes. Landscape screening wiU be implemented to reduce the visual impacts. However, considering
the scale of the stmcmre additional measures may be required to address impacts.
Agriculture
The Agricultural Resources technical smdy wUl discuss the historic use of parts of the property for
agriculmre as weU as the soU types and the classification of the land. Because this wUl amend the MeUo
II Segment of the Local Coastal Program, compUance analysis for agriculmral conversion wiU be
addressed. The analysis wiU also take into account on-site planned land use designations, zoning, and
land use pattems of surrounding areas to assess where agriculmral production is planned for, or existing
in, the area. It is understood that north coastal San Diego County is undergoing a transformation of
agricultural uses converted to various uses and that this may be of particularly controversial nature,
although not necessarUy significant from a resource standpoint.
Air Quality
Mooney • Jones & Stokes has analyzed numerous hotel property developments and has acquired a deep
understanding of air quaUty issues related to short-term constmction and long-term project operations.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes' air quaUty speciaUsts wUI perform an air quaUty analysis that meet CEQA
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requirements, and is consistent with all analytical methodologies and technical requirements
recommended by the San Diego County Air PoUution Control District (APCD).
Project development wiU result in short-term constmction-period emissions, as weU as long-term
operational-period emissions. During constmction, there is a potential for criteria poUutant daUy
emissions to exceed APCD significance thresholds as a result of the following activities: (1) site clearing
and gmbbing; (2) site grading and excavation; (3) travel by constmction workers to and from the project
sites; (4) deUvery and hauUng of constmction materials and suppUes to and from the project sites; (5) fuel
combustion by onsite constmction equipment; and (6) the appUcation of architectural coatings (i.e.,
paints) and asphalt paving, which release reactive organic compound (ROC) emissions. In addition,
operations-period emissions wiU result from (1) mobUe-source emissions attributable to resident,
consumer, employee, and commercial tmck trips; and (2) stationary- and area-source emissions
attributable to increased energy consumption (i.e., electricity and natural gas) due to new development
space, as weU as landscape maintenance activities.
Regulatory Setting for Air Quality
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU prepare a discussion of pertinent air quaUty statutes and regulations that
apply to the project area, including the federal and CaUfornia Clean Air Acts, the National and CaUfornia
Ambient Air QuaUty Standards, and the Regional Air QuaUty Management Plan (AQMP).
Air equality Conditions
The project site is located within the central-coastal area of San Diego County. As such, local air quaUty
can be characterized by ambient air quaUty data coUected at the Del Mar-Mira Costa CoUege ambient air
monitoring station. Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU provide a three-year summary of local ambient air
monitoring data coUected at the Del Mar-Mira Costa College monitoring station. A summary of cUmate
and meteorology data coUected from the Oceanside Marina climate monitoring station wiU also be
provided.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU prepare a constmction emission inventory that wUI include combustion
emissions related to constmction equipment operation; fugitive emissions related to site preparation and
earthmoving activities; mobUe source emissions related to constmction worker and haul tmck trips; and
ROC emissions related architectural coating appUcation and asphalt pavement. The emission inventory
wUI then be compUed on a daUy basis and compared to appUcable APCD daUy emissions thresholds to
determine significance.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU prepare a regional emissions inventory that wiU include a quantification of
mobUe source emissions related to project-generated traffic and stationary source emissions related to
energy demand (i.e., electricity generation and namral gas consumption). This emission inventory wiU be
compUed with an urban emissions model (URBEMIS 2002, Version 8.7) and South Coast Air QuaUty
Management District (SCAQMD) stationary source emission factors.
Mooney 'Jones & Stokes wiU analyze the degree to which project-related traffic volumes have a
potential to effect local CO concentrations using CaUfornia Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
CO Hotspot Protocol and APCD recommended methodology. Potential impacts wUI be evaluated
UtiUzing the CALINE4 dispersion model at up to ten (10) intersection locations for existing conditions,
the project as proposed, and up to three project alternatives.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU conduct a consistency analysis in accordance with the procedures set forth
by the San Diego Association of Govemments (SANDAG) and the APCD. Mooney • Jones & Stokes
wiU develop mitigation measures, where appUcable, to address significant air quaUty knpacts.
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Biological Resources
Based on review of the Existing Conditions Report (Biological) for the Ponto Land Use Strategy and
Vision Project, the Wetiand DeUneation Report mentioned in the RFP, and the Draft Ponto Beachfront
VUlage Vision Plan, the site is mapped as disturbed and developed. No wetlands were identified on site,
but sensitive biological resources in the vicinity include coastal brackish marsh and coastal bluff scmb
adjacent to the Lagoon.
Mooney 'Jones & Stokes biologists wiU conduct a third-party review of these existing smdies and wiU
complete a biological impact and mitigation analysis that wiU address the specific impacts of the hotel.
As a part of the third-party review of the existing reports, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU provide a
summary of any issues that may need to be reexamined to address specific CEQA analysis requirements
for the hotel site and project impacts. Any additional field surveys or wetiand deUneations that may be
required wiU be determined based on the third-party review and are not included in the proposed scope
of work. Based on our understanding of the existing site conditions, it is not anticipated that additional
survey work would be required.
Cultural Resources
Based on review of the Cultural Resources Constraints Smdy of the Ponto Specific Plan as weU as the
Draft Ponto Beachfront ViUage Vision Plan, the report concluded that there was Uthic scatter associated
with CA-SDI-11026 throughout study area for the Ponto Specific Plan and recommended that testing be
completed to determine significance of any resources. No other significant culmral resources were
identified.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU conduct an updated records search for the project area at the South
Coastal Information Center and perform a Uterature search to provide historical background for the
project area. This is a standard reqiUrement and wUl provide information regarding cultural resources in,
and around, the project area. We wiU also contact the CaUfornia Native American Heritage Commission
to soUcit a review of their records for Native American sacred lands. Mooney • Jones & Stokes staff wUl
conduct a third-party review of the culmral resources document prepared by RECON to ensure that it
adequately addresses the proposed project. This would include a spot check of the project site to
examine existing conditions, review of the field survey techniques, assuring that a State of CaUfornia
Department of Parks and Recreation form was completed for the site noted on the project, ensuring that
the local Native American groups are informed and aware of the project, and review and evaluation of
the proposed archaeological testing program. Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU prepare the culmral
resources section of the EIR that detaUs the results of the records and Uteramre search, describes the
field survey performed by RECON, and presents the results of the field survey. For the prehistoric
resources encountered during the RECON field survey, recommendations wiU be made for further
evaluation and testing as may be required by the state and local agencies. The overaU goal of the
archaeological narrative is to provide the cUent with an assessment of the potential for future land uses
to adversely affect important prehistoric sites and resources and to provide at least a preliminary ranking
of the significance and importance of the resources.
Geology/Soils & Mineral Resources
The PreUminary Geotechnical Investigation Hotel Site on Ponto Road prepared by Geotechnics, Inc.,
concluded that the hotel site was feasible for development. Based on review of the PreUminary
Geotechnical Investigation Hotel Site on Ponto Road as weU as the Draft Ponto Beachfront ViUage
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Vision Plan geotechnical issues to be addressed included compressible fiU and groundwater at 45 feet
below surface.
Ninyo & Moore wiU conduct a third-party review of provided geotechnical reports and pertinent
avaUable Uteramre including topographic maps, geologic maps, stereoscopic aerial photographs, and
avaUable geologic reports. Ninyo & Moore staff wiU perform a geological reconnaissance of the project
study area, and wiU compile and analyze the data obtained. FoUowing its analysis, Ninyo & Moore wUI
prepare a report presenting its findings and conclusions related to geotechnical conditions and the
avaUabiUty of mineral resources at the site, and the potential geotechnical constraints on the proposed
constmction.
Hazardous and Hazardous Materials
Ninyo & Moore wiU: review readUy avaUable maps, reports and other environmental documents
pertaining to the project area; and review regulatory agency environmental databases for the project area
and for properties located within a 1,000-foot radius of the project area to evaluate the possible
environmental impact to the project area from known hazardous waste sites, landfiUs, leaking under-
ground storage tanks, permitted faciUties that utiUze underground storage tanks, and faciUties that use,
store or dispose of hazardous materials.
Ninyo & Moore staff wiU conduct a limited site reconnaissance to document areas of possibly
contaminated surficial soU or surface water, improperly stored hazardous materials, possible sources of
polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and possible sources of contamination from activities at the site and
adjacent properties. The site reconnaissance wiU be limited to a drive-by reconnaissance of the project
area and wiU not include a visual survey of the interiors of any biUldings/stmctures located in the project
area. Ninyo & Moore wiU also review readUy avaUable historical aerial photographs and historic
topographic maps for the project area and adjacent properties, review historical reverse city directories
for the project area, and review readUy available local regulatory agency fUes for the project area and
nearby properties of potential environmental concern. Ninyo & Moore wUI review files for up to ten (10)
properties of potential environmental concern located within and near the project area, as appUcable.
In addition, Ninyo & Moore wiU submit requests to the CaUfomia State Fire MarshaU and San Diego
Gas & Electric (SDG&E) for information regarding whether underground or aboveground pipeUnes
containing hazardous substances or wastes are located within the boundaries of the project area. Ninyo
& Moore staff wiU then review an airport land use plan or similar map to evaluate the distance from the
nearest airport mnway to the project area and to address whether the project area Ues within an airport
landing zone, and review a fire hazard map to document the fire hazard zone for the project area.
FoUowing its review, Ninyo & Moore wiU prepare a Hazardous Materials Technical Smdy (HMTS)
report documenting findings and providing opinions and recommendations regarding possible
environmental impacts to the project area. Photographs wiU be provided in the report. The report wiU
document criteria used to determine significance, impacts resulting from the project, appropriate
mitigation measures, and impacts remaining after implementation of recommended mitigation measures.
Hydrology/Water Quality
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU coUect and conduct a third-party review of the existing hydrology reports
specific to the site. If no reports are avaUable, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU contact the City
Engineering Department to determine the current design standards for evaluation of site hydrology. In
addition to proposed plan kiformation provided by the appUcant, Mooney • Jones & Stokes may reqiure
additional infrastmcmre information from the City to ensure a complete understanding of the existing
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drainage system within the project watershed. Mooney • Jones & Stokes' water resource engineers wUl
apply the City's methodology to determine the project site hydrology that is necessary to estabUsh the
current hydrologic setting and evaluate the proposed project and its alternatives.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes understands the City's deske to maintain or improve the water quaUty
downstream of the proposed project. Mooney • Jones & Stokes' water quaUty speciaUsts wUl compare
the proposed project altematives to determine potential impacts to water quaUty near the site and in
Batiquitos Lagoon and the Pacific Ocean. AvaUable water quaUty assessments provided by the City, the
Jurisdictional Urban Runoff Management Plan (JURMP), and the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation
Plan (SUSMP) wUI be reviewed and utiUzed in the project evaluation
The features of the proposed project have the potential to alter the local hydrology and drainage
patterns. The existing hydrology wiU serve as a baseUne for determination of project impacts. Mooney •
Jones & Stokes' water resource engineers wUl perform a complete evaluation, but focus on the proposed
drainage system capacity and connectivity, changes to peak flow discharges, and potential for mitigation
measures to reduce project impacts.
The project's potential to knpact water quaUty wiU be a major point of concern for this EIR, given the
project's proximity to Batiquitos Lagoon and the Pacific Ocean. UtiUzing information available from the
RWQCB, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU evaluate the potential impacts to water quaUty on a quaUtative
level. PoUutants of concem wiU be identified and evaluated cumulatively considering aU future projects.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes is famiUar with the NPDES permit requkements and wiU include an evaluation
of this project's capabiUty to comply.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU identify the criteria used to determine significance. If project elements are
expected to have a significant impact, mitigation measures to reduce the impact to less than significant
wUl be identified. Each knpact wiU be considered individually to determine the appropriate mitigation.
When appropriate, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU utiUze standard BMPs that have been proven effective
and famiUar to the City's staff. It may be necessary to develop individual mitigation measures to address
potential impacts. Mooney • Jones & Stokes has extensive experience in design and monitoring of
stormwater coUection systems and water quaUty projects. Mitigation measure recommendations wiU also
identify any potential maintenance requked to ensure the measure continues to fiinction properly
through the Ufe of the project.
Land Use Planning
The EIR analysis wiU address both existing and planned land use issues. The compatibiUty of the
proposed hotel with surrounding land uses wiU be addressed in the EIR. The compatibiUty of hotel uses
with existing single-famUy homes to the north and west of the site and raUroad wiU be evaluated. For
purposes of the EIR, land use compatibiUty is based on not only aesthetics but, indkect effects of the
project including traffic and noise generation. Pedestrian and vehicle traffic access from the hotel to the
campgrounds and the state beach wiU be addressed. The results of the aesthetics analysis as weU as the
transportation and acoustical studies wiU form the basis of conclusions regarding the compatibiUty of the
hotel with existing surrounding land uses.
Consistency of the proposed project with planned land uses wUI also be evaluated. A detaUed analysis of
the consistency of the development with the appUcable land use plans wUI be prepared. In accordance
with CEQA, changes to local specific plans or General Plan land use designations do not necessarily
constitute a significant adverse impact under CEQA if the proposed change does not create impacts
from increased traffic or noise.
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Noise
Based on review of the Acoustical Evaluation for the HUton Carlsbad Beach Resort and Spa, the report
addressed only impacts from traffic and the railway on the hotel. Noise from Carlsbad Boulevard at the
Hotel was anticipated to be 68 db and train noise would be 62 db. The report concluded that the project
design would need to include interior noise control measures to comply with City interior noise
standards. The report did not contain any analysis of the impacts of hotel noise and hotel traffic noise
on the surrounding residences.
The moderately traveled Carlsbad Boulevard mns along the western project area boundary; and the San
Diego Northern Raikoad line mns along a large portion of the eastern project area boundary. These
nearby transportation noise sources raise concerns regarding land use/community noise exposure
compatibiUty; and as such, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU evaluate the project site to ascertain land
use/community noise exposure compatibiUty. In addition, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU evaluate the
extent to which noise levels associated with short-term constmction activities, traffic ckculation, and
other aspects of project operations impact the noise-sensitive uses that are located near the project site.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU conduct a thkd-party review of existing studies and provide a discussion
of local plans, regulations, ordinances, and guideUnes that relate to land use/community noise exposure
compatibiUty and community noise level restrictions. Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU conduct a thkd-
party review of existing studies and survey and map noise-sensitive land uses near the project site and
along potential constmction haul routes.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU assess land use compatibiUty for proposed new residential and hotel uses
based on interior and exterior noise exposure criteria estabUshed by the State of CaUfornia Department
of Health Services and/or guidelines outUned in the City of Carlsbad General Plan Noise Element. In
addition, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wUI (1) identify existing noise sources present within the project
viciruty (e.g., Carlsbad Boulevard and the San Diego Northern Raikoad Une), and (2) conduct 24-hour
ambient noise measurements at two project site locations to ascertain baseUne ambient sound levels.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU predict constmction-period noise impacts by (1) utiUzing pubUshed
constmction equipment noise level data to characterize constmction noise sources, and (2) applying
industry standard distance attenuation and barrier insertion loss formulas (where appUcable) to estimate
noise levels at nearby sensitive receiver locations during constmction. Constmction-period noise levels
wUl then be compared to the ambient noise level at each sensitive receiver location to determine
significance.
Mooney "Jones & Stokes wiU evaluate potential mobUe-source and stationary-source noise impacts
related to development of the project. Roadway noise impacts wUl be evaluated at up to 10 roadway
segments using a roadway noise prediction model. To caUbrate the sound prediction model to more
accurately reflect local conditions, up to four short-term (15-minute) noise measurements wiU be
conducted with simultaneous traffic counts along the analyzed roadway segments. Stationary-source
noise impacts (e.g., noise from on-site mechanical equipment) wiU be evaluated using standard sound-
distance attenuation and barrier insertion loss calciUation formulas. This analysis wiU be conducted for
the project as proposed, and up to three project alternatives.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU recommend, to the extent reasonable and feasible, mitigation measures
where significant impacts are identified. Mitigation measures may include performance standards,
changes in the design, location or orientation of proposed uses, or restrictions in the hours and types of
project activities. In addition, noise barriers may also be considered.
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Population and Housing
The analysis of project impacts to population and housing wiU be based on Mooney • Jones & Stokes'
review of the proposed project. Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU compare the proposed project with
existing General Plan land use designations as weU as the LFMP land use aUowances. The impact of the
project and proposed phasing on the existing and planned pubUc faciUties systems, as weU as any growth
inducing aspects of the project, if necessary, wiU be the basis for any significance conclusions in the
Population and Housing section of the EIR.
Public Services
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU coordinate with the Carlsbad PoUce, Fire, Park and Planning and
Recreation departments as weU as City administrative services, and Ubraries to determine the existing
conditions and capabiUties of these pubUc services. Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU evaluate the potential
impacts of the proposed project on these services based on the capabiUties as set out in the LFMP and
further discussions with the City departments. The City's estabUshed performance standards for faciUties
for each of the City's services wiU be used in the EIR to determine the proposed project's potential
impacts and requkements. Considering that the project is a hotel, it is not anticipated that any schools or
school districts would be adversely impacted.
Recreation
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU coordinate with the Carlsbad Park Planning Department and Recreation
Department to determine the existing conditions and avaUabiUty of park and recreation faciUties within
the City. Existing and projected capabiUties of the City's parks and recreational faciUties wUl be evaluated
using the City's LFMP, and dkect communication with the departments. The EIR wiU include
evaluation of the potential impacts of the hotel, if necessary, on existing park and recreation faciUties
within the City including the state campgrounds and beach, the potential envkonmental impact of
proposed recreation faciUties within the hotel site including potential trails and other amenities that may
be used by the pubUc as weU as hotel visitors, and the conformance of proposed recreation faciUties with
the City's estabUshed performance standards for faciUties.
Transportation/Circulation
LLG wiU conduct a thkd-party review of both traffic smdies discussed in the City's RFP, and wiU review
the comments and letters related to the project's City CouncU Hearing. The review wUl be based on
conformance with the City's Growth Management Program and SANTEC guidelines. Specific areas that
wUI be analyzed include: existing conditions, trip generation, trip distribution, level of service
calculations, cumulative analysis, and access/pedestrian/bicycles/parking. The review wiU specificaUy
assess the determination of significant impacts and recommended mitigation measures to ensure these
important areas of the smdy are properly identified. Two letters wiU be prepared, documenting the
results of the review, and two meetings are budgeted. This scope of work does not include additional
analysis by LLG staff.
Utilities and Service Systems
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU provide a description of project setting and determine the demands of the
entire study area for wastewater treatment faciUties, water faciUties, storm water drainage faciUties, and
soUd waste faciUties. Information on existing utiUties contained in the Draft Ponto Beachfront ViUage
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Vision Plan wiU also be utiUzed in the EIR setting. Mooney • Jones & Stokes will contact each of the
service and utiUty providers to determine their abiUty to provide service to the proposed project. The
demand for services wiU be estabUshed in coordination with City staff and estabUshed engineering
formulae. The evaluation wUI address the project's service demands in comparison to those anticipated
by the LFMP for Zone 22. The assessment in the EIR wiU also include review of the consistency of the
LFMP faciUties with the capacity and region-wide demand estknates of local service providers. Based
on the project's demand for each of these service systems, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU identify
whether or not new or physicaUy improved faciUties would be requked that have not been identified in
the LFMP. Mooney • Jones & Stokes wUI identify the significance criteria based on the CEQA
GiudeUnes and provide determinations of the significance of project impacts. Statements of knpact
significance, mitigation measure requkements and significance after mitigation wUI also be provided.
Cumulative Impacts
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU work with City to identify other projects that could result in cumulative
impacts. The area to be considered wiU vary depending on the subject envkonmental topic. Topics of
concern could include traffic, ak quaUty, water quaUty, and pubUc faciUties and infrastmcmre. In
addition, the cumulative analysis wiU need to address the buUdout of the Ponto Beachfront ViUage
Vision Plan. Based on our experience with the Cantarini/HoUy Springs EIR, it is anticipated that
planned projects such as the Cantarini/HoUy Springs, Seawater DesaUnization Plant, Robertson Ranch,
Bressi Ranch, Calavera liUls Master Plan, Mandana Residential Property, and Carlsbad Oaks North
could be incorporated into the cumulative analysis primarily as projects that contribute to cumulative
traffic levels and ak quaUty conditions within the City and region.
Growth Inducement
The EIR wUI address potential growth inducing effects of the hotel development. Hotel visitors are not
considered a permanent popiUation growth under CEQA. Potential growth issues to be addressed wiU
include any pubUc faciUty knprovements proposed as a part of the project such as road improvements
and extension of utiUties that could induce growth within the area.
Considering that development of the project site is anticipated, any growth inducing effects of the
project may not necessarUy be considered a contribution to unplanned growth. The analysis in the EIR
of the consistency of the project with the LFMP wUI Ukely serve as the threshold for determining if
growth inducing effects of the project are considered to be adverse impacts under CEQA.
Alternatives
Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU evaluate the alternatives identified by the City. Other alternative
discussions to be included in the document in accordance with CEQA include the Alternatives
Considered but Rejected.
The alternate site analysis wiU be based on coordination with City staff and a preUminary review of
avaUable vacant land within the City. The altemative sites analysis wUI be based on identification of
parcels that are siutable for development of hotel uses. The sites to be included in the EIR should be of
a required size, general plan designation and zoning to accommodate a hotel site. The alternative site(s)
should also have adequate access to accommodate traffic patterns associated with a hotel and generaUy
be free of envkonmental constraints that would restrict the size of hotel stmctures.
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Task 3: Screencheck EIR Processing, Preparation of Draft EIR, NOA, Draft MMRP and
Candidate Findings of Fact
FoUowing City review of the fkst Screencheck Draft EIR, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU prepare a
Second Screencheck EIR that incorporates City comments. As a part of this task the draft mitigation
Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) will also be prepared and submitted to the City. The scope
of work for this task also includes preparation of draft Findings and Statements of Overriding
Consideration, if necessary. The Findings and Statements of Overriding Considerations wiU be prepared
in accordance with the City format. This scope of work assumes that both the City and project appUcant
wiU review the Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations.
Task 4: EIR Pubhc Review Process
FoUowing approval of the Draft EIR and MMRP by the City, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU prepare the
requked number of copies for pubUc review distribution.
Task 5: Response to Comments and Preliminary Final EIR
Subsequent to the end of the 45-day pubUc review period of the EIR, and the receipt of aU comments
from the general pubUc and reviewing agencies and groups, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU formulate
responses to a maximum of seventy (70) individual comments. Costs to respond to an extensive number
of comments or comments raising legal chaUenges, which requke attorney review, wiU be evaluated at
the end of the pubUc review period. These wiU then be submitted to City staff for review. Following the
preparation of the responses to pubUc comments, Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU work with the City and
revise the preliminary MMRP.
Task 6: Preparation of Final EIR, MMRP and Findings
Final revisions wUI be made to the Draft EIR/MMRP as requked by the information received during the
pubUc comment period and City on the preliminary Final EIR. A Ust of aU individuals, groups, and
agencies commenting on the Draft EIR wiU be included as part of an introduction to the comments
received and the prepared responses. AU comment letters and responses wiU be included in the Final
EIR. This task also includes revision to the Draft Findings and Statement of Overriding
Considerations. Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU incorporate comments and produce the necessary
document for inclusion in the pubUc record and the documents submitted to the Planning Commission
and City CouncU.
Task ?: Project Coordination/Meetings/Hearings for CEQA document
As Project Manager, Jim Harry wiU be responsible for coordination for project deUverables with in-house
staff and subconsultants. Jim wiU also be the primary point of contact for the City and wUl coordinate
with the City regarding project schedule, deUverables and invoicing. Jim wiU attend aU necessary
meetings including but not limited to:
• Kick-off meeting (1) with City Staff
• PubUc scoping meeting (1)
• Meetings (2) with staff to discuss issues regarding the preparation of the Screen Check Draft
• Meetings (2) with staff to review comments on the Screen Check Draft
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• Meetings (2) with staff to review responses to pubUc comments and the Final Draft
• PubUc hearings (3) with presentations as necessary as determined by City staff for Planning
Commission and City Council.
• One (1) additional meeting as necessary
Task 8: California Coastal Act Comphance
Mooney • Jones & Stokes staff as well as staff with the law firm of Best, Best, and Krieger with expertise
in Coastal Act CompUance wUl assist the City in processing the internal City assessment of project
consistency with the Local Coastal Program (LCP) and the issuance of a coastal development permit for
the project by the City. Mooney • Jones & Stokes wiU work with the City throughout the process to
ensure that the project design and project appUcation materials are consistent with City requkements of
the LCP and any supplemental appUcation requkements for coastal development permits.
To minimize the risk of an appeal of the City permit by the Coastal Commission, it is proposed that the
City and members of the consultant project team coordinate with Coastal Commission staff regarding
the consistency of the project with the LCP and project schedule mUestones. The proposed scope of
work includes dkect coordination with Coastal Commission staff throughout the process as weU as three
official meetings at project mUestones such as distribution of the EIR for pubUc review and prior to
permit approval by the City.
Task 9: Quality Control
Mooney "Jones & Stokes' project team wUI incorporate internal quaUty control into the preparation of
aU documents. Paul Amberg, Senior Envkonmental Planner/Project Manager with Mooney • Jones &
Stokes, wiU complete a quaUty control review of all intemal documents prior to submittal. Paul has over
30 years of experience in project management and preparation of envkonmental documents and served
as quaUty control officer for preparation of the Cantarini/HoUy Springs EIR. Mooney • Jones & Stokes
has developed detailed procedures for quaUty control that are foUowed for preparation of aU
envkonmental documents. The procedures cover quaUty control/quaUty assurance steps necessary at the
foUowing project phases: 1) before a project start; 2) initial smdy; 3) technical studies; 4) scoping
meetings; 5) draft envkonmental reports; 6) pubUc hearings; 7) final envkonmental reports; and 8)
noticing following pubUc hearings.
Schedule of Completion
Our proposed schedule is included on the following page.
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Contract Price and Allowable Cost
Per the instmction in the City's Request for QuaUfications/Proposals (RFQ/P), we have included our
cost estimate in a separate sealed envelope. Our cost estimate provides the total cost figure as weU as a
breakdown of estimated hours spent per personnel for each service outlined below and hourly bilUng
rate for each of our proposed staff members.
Mooney • Jones & Stokes has reviewed the City's Standard Agreement, and we accept aU of the City's
standard contract terms and conditions.
Additional Information
Relationship with Applicants
Mooney • Jones & Stokes does not have any relationships or contracts with any of the property owners
affected by the proposed project.
We are, however, perfomiing biological resources services for a proposed HUton hotel project in Big
Bear Lake, CaUfomia. Mooney • Jones & Stokes' contract for this work is with the City of Big Bear Lake
for a private developer interested in obtaining a HUton franchise in the Big Bear Lake area. We are not
contracted dkectiy with HUton or the private developer, and based on our project manager's
conversation with the City's Christer Westman regarding our work for that project, we do not beUeve
that is a confUct of interest.
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Attachment A -
Key Staff Resumes
Mooney-Jones & Stokes
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology, San
Diego State University, Califomia, 1975
Graduate Studies, Urban History,
University of San Diego, Califomia
Professional Memberships
/Vmerican Institute of Certified Planners
(AICP)
Urban Land Institute
American Planning Association, APA
(Board of Directors, San Diego Section,
1992-1993)
Association of Environmental
Professionals (President, Board of
Directors, 1983-1985)
Awards/Honors
AEP, San Diego 2004 Environmental
Stewardship Award
APA, San Diego 2002 Focused Issue
Planning, Proposition MM New Sch(x)l
Selection Planning and Implementation
Program
AEP, San Diego 2000 Outstanding
Environmental Professional
APA, San Diego 1998 Education Project
Honorable Mention, Sweetwater River
Watershed Management Plan Stakeholder
Involvement Program
APA, San Diego 1998 Planning
Implementation vWard for a Small
Jurisdiction, Community Identity and
Scenic Roadways Element of the City of
vista General Plan
APA, San Diego 1994 Outstanding
Focused Plan, County of Imperial, East
Border Crossing SPA
AIA, Orchid 1994 Environmental
Solutions, Mt. Woodson Ranch
APA, San Diego 1989 Outstanding
Comprehensive Plan, City of El Centro
General Plan
Who's Who in Califomia
Brian F. Mooney, AICP
Project Director/Managing Principal
Brian Mooney has more than 30 years of experience in the planning
and envkonmental fields. From 1974-1979, Brian served as an
Envkonmental Planner and Envkonmental Coordinator for the
County of San Diego Office of Envkonmental Management and
Envkonmental Analysis Division. In this role, he was principal staff to
the Envkonmental Review Board and Planning Commission.
In 1979, he estabUshed a multi-disciplinary envkonmental planning
firm and, since then, has been principaUy involved in dkecting
envkonmental and planning studies in the pubUc and private sectors.
These smdies emphasize the incorporation of namral and culmral
resources and utiUze constraints and oppormnities analyses that focus
on envkonmental factors, pubUc concems, and poUcy issues.
Brian has served as a special consultant to numerous cities, counties,
and water districts, as an extension of staff for the development of
planning poUcy and preparation of envkonmental documents in
conformance with the CaUfornia Envkonmental QuaUty Act (CEQA)
and National Envkonmental PoUcy Act (NEPA). Brian also frequentiy
lecmres at San Diego State University and the American Planning
Association and Association of Envkonmental Professionals
Conferences on envkonmental issues, and regional/community
planning.
Project Experience
South Bay Boatyard MND—Port of San Diego, California. Project
Dkector for the preparation of an MND for improvements and pier
constmction within the South Bay Boat Yard, Chula Vista, for the Port
of San Diego. The project involved resolving adjacency issues related
to biological resources with a variety of local, state, and federal
agencies as weU as complex land use concerns.
Mixed-Use Solana Beach Train Station—City of Solana Beach,
California. Project Dkector for the preparation of an NOP, including
an Initial Smdy for a mixed-use transit orientated development at the
Solana Beach Train Station site. The project involves careful evaluation
of complex and controversial land use, traffic, parking, and aesthetic
issues. In addition, the project includes an opportunistic beach
replenishment component, the impacts of which are to be evaluated in
the EIR.
America's Cup Harbor—San Diego Unified Port District, San Diego,
California. Project Manager for the preparation of a large-scale
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Brian F. Mooney, AICP
envkonmental impact report (EIR) for the America's Cup Harbor Plan
Amendment. Key issues included water quaUty, marine biological
resources, land and water use, coastal access, traffic, visual quaUty/land
use compatibiUty, and ak quaUty, and requked close coordination with
the Port of San Diego.
East Harbor Island Hotel EIR— San Diego Unified Port District, San
Diego, California. Project Dkector for die EIR and Plan Amendment
for a 400-500 room resort hotel on San Diego Unified Port District
land. Major issues were traffic and parking, visual quaUty, marine
habitat and endangered species, pubUc recreation/coastal access, noise,
and infrastmcmre.
Father Joe's A Children's Village (formerly PromiseLand Ranch)—
S.V.D.P. Management, Inc., Campo, California. Project Dkector m the
preparation of an EIR for a 631-acre residential care faciUty for at-risk
youths. FaciUties included home clusters, playing fields, educational
faciUties, and recreational faciUties open to the pubUc. Key issues
include land use/compatibiUty, water use, and culmral resources.
Fairbanks Country Club—Watt Industries, Rancho Santa Fe, California.
Project Dkector for the preparation of a Specific Plan, EIR and permit
acquisition for this golf course/residential community with a 36-hole
golf course covering 500 acres.
Warner Springs Ranch— Warner Springs Ranch Association, Warner
Springs, California. Project Manager for the preparation of a Specific
Plan and Master Envkonmental Impact Report for this golf course
resort community on 3,000 acres. The community included 350 units,
hotel and casita faciUties, 700 second-home residential units, an
equestrian center, and an 18-hole championship golf course. Brian was
also responsible for managing the permit program for constmction of
the golf course and resort. Key issues included the preservation and
integration of significant prehistoric and historic culmral resources and
issues with groundwater quaUty and quantity.
Expert Witness Services. Provided analysis and expert witness
testknony for the Poway Unified School District, Sweetwater Unified
School District, City of Poway, City of El Cajon, San Diego County
Water Authority, and County of San Diego on a variety of
envkonmental and planning lawsuits.
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Education
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Policy
Analysis and Planning, University of
Califomia at Davis, 1990
Professional and Community
Affiliations
Association of F^nvironmental
Professionals (AEP)
Jim Harry
Senior Environmental Planner
Jim Harry has over 13 years of experience in envkonmental analysis and
report preparation, govemment planning/permitting processes, and
project management. He is responsible for research, analysis, and
preparation of envkonmental documents; coordination with cUents,
subconsultants, agencies, and in-house staff; scheduUng and quaUty
control; and budget monitoring and invoicing. Prior to joining Mooney
& Associates, Jim worked for a private envkonmental consulting firm
and served as a Planner with the City of San Diego (City) Planning
Department Multiple Species Conservation Program (MSCP). WhUe
with the City, he was involved in review of private and pubUc
development projects for consistency with the MSCP, and preparation
of CaUfomia Envkonmental QuaUty Act (CEQA) documents as weU as
planning documents related to watershed protection and Best
Management Practices (BMPs).
Project Experience
Cantarini/Holly Springs EIR—City of Carlsbad, California. Project
Manager for the preparation of a joint EIR for the Cantarini and HoUy
Springs developments in the eastern portion of the City of Carlsbad.
The Joint EIR addressed two tentative maps covering approximately
276 acres. Issues addressed in the EIR include consistency of the
project with the City of Carlsbad Habitat Management Plan, and effects
of the project and other planned development on the visual character of
the area. Other issues addressed in detaU in the joint EIR included
biological resources, noise, archaeological and paieontological resources,
transportation/ckculation, ak quaUty, hydrology/water quaUty,
agriculmral resources, pubUc services and utiUties, geology/soUs, hazards
and hazardous materials, population/housing as weU as cumulative
impacts and alternatives.
City of Carlsbad Habitat Management Plan (HMP) MND-City of
Carlsbad, California. Project Manager for the preparation of CEQA
documentation for a 6,400-acre Habitat Management Plan open space
preserve area in the City of Carlsbad. Envkonmental issues addressed
included estabUshment of a system for preservation of biological
resources, effects of the HMP on the City's General Plan, and indkect
effects of existing and planned urban development on the open space
preserve.
Shelley Property EIR—City of Carlsbad, California. Project Manager for
the completion of an EIR for a residential development within the
western portion of the City of Carlsbad. Discretionary actions covered
Jones & Stokes
Jim Harry
by the EIR included a Tentative Map and rezone. Issues addressed in
the CEQA document included impacts on ckculation pattems as weU as
the effects of the project on visual character, biological resources, and
school districts.
San Luis Rey River Park Master Plan—County of San Diego/Hargreaves
Associates, San Diego County, California. Currentiy servkig as ki-house
project manager for preparation of the San Litis Rey River Park Master
Plan. Master Plan wiU identify fumre uses within an eight-mUe long
smdy area around the San Luis Rey River. ResponsibiUties on the
project include preparation of the Envkonmental Planning
Oppormnities and Constraints report for the project. Development of
the report included site analysis, data gathering, land use oppormnities
and constraints analysis, and development of the Master Plan document.
Preparation of the constraints report included analysis of the effects of
Caltrans State Route-76 widerung project on the smdy area for the
Master Plan. Caltrans is considering multiple altematives for widening
State Route 76 the entke length of the Master Plan study area.
Widening State Route 76 would have extensive effects on park
programming and the sensitive biological resources within the Park. As
in-house project manager, Mr. Harry serves as the primary contact with
Hargreaves Associates and the County of San Diego and is responsible
for coordination of Mooney & Associates staff efforts on the project.
Rancho Santa Fe Bridge Replacement Project—City of Carlsbad,
California. Assisted in preparation and processing of CEQA and NEPA
documents for proposed replacement of bridge on Rancho Santa Fe
Road. Replacement of the bridge was proposed to involve federal funds.
Work included coordination of technical smdies for Caltrans EA
envkonmental document and City of Carlsbad CEQA document. Also
assisted in preparation of the acmal EA document and CEQA
document for the project.
Multiple Species Conservation Plan (MSCP) EIR/EIS—City of San Diego,
California. Principal Envkonmental Analyst for preparation of an
EIR/EIS for the MSCP. The MSCP addressed by the envkonmental
document addressed a open space preserve with a smdy area of over
200,000 acres and involved the participation of multiple jurisdictions as
weU as state and federal agencies.
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Education
B.A. F^nvironmental Studies, Califomia
State University, Long Beach, 1976
A.A. Oceanographic Technology,
Fullerton College, 1971
Professional Memberships
Certified EIR Preparer, County of
San Diego
Association of FLnvironmental
Professionals (AEP)
Paul J. Amberg
Project Manager/Senior Environmental Planner
Paul Amberg has over 34 years of experience planning and managing
major multidisciplinary envkonmental assessment projects throughout
the continental United States, Alaska, and Pern. He is experienced in aU
aspects of office and project management including coordination of
administrative, financial, and technical tasks associated with
engineering and envkonmental programs. Paul is responsible for
managing technical smdies and engineering/envkonmental projects;
preparing envkonmental impact/assessment reports; coordinating
project quaUty assurance plans and procedures; and overaU
procurement and subcontractor management.
Project Experience
Environmental Consultant—San Diego County Water Authority,
California. Envkonmental Program Manager (EPM) for
implementation of the San Diego County Water Authority's Regional
Water FaciUties Master Plan. Responsible for identifying Water
Authority projects or actions that requke envkonmental compUance or
technical smdies; determining the appropriate envkonmental process
for proposed projects, preparing requests for proposals; selecting
project consultants; dkecting, reviewing, and evaluating consultant
work and project deUverables; organizing and maintaining project
schedules; and administering consultant agreements. Also responsible
for administering "as-needed" technical smdies and reports prepared
by Mooney & Associates for the Water Authority.
Proposition MM Environmental Consultant—San Diego Unified School
District, California. Principal Envkonmental Planner for the San Diego
Unified School District's (District's) Proposition MM envkonmental
compUance program. Responsible for overseeing "as-needed"
envkonmental consulting services, including site constraints smdies,
envkonmental impact smdies, and mitigation monitoring. Mooney &
Associates is the District's selected envkonmental consultant for the
Proposition MM program. Company responsibiUties include preparing
envkonmental documents for the siting and constmction of new
elementary and middle schools and for the modernization and
expansion of existing schools. Key issues to be addressed as part of
the overaU program include ak quaUty, biological resources, cultural
resources, geology and soUs, hydrology and water quaUty, hazards and
hazardous materials, noise, traffic and ckculation, and loss of
affordable housing. ResponsibiUties also include preparing Negative
Declarations and Categorical Exemptions for school modernization
projects, and overseeing biological and cultural resources analyses and
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permits requked under the project's mitigation monitoring and
reporting program (MMRP). Several of the school projects include
impacts to on-site biological resources (e.g., vernal pools and San
Diego fairy shrimp), which requke coordination with the regulatory
agencies and permit preparation and approvals. Prior to this contract,
served as in-house envkonmental staff overseeing the District's three
envkonmental consultants preparing envkonmental documents for the
Proposition MM program.
Murray Bridge Middle School and River Park Mitigated Negative
Declaration—Oceanside Unified School District, California. Principal
Envkonmental Planner responsible for quaUty assurance/quaUty
control for a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) prepared for the
Oceanside Unified School District and City of Oceanside. The
proposed project included the constmction and operation of a new
middle school and community park on 49 acres of City-owned
property within the Murray Bridge Community of Oceanside. Key
issues addressed as part of project analysis included aesthetics,
biological resources, geology and soUs, hazards and hazardous materials
(i.e.. Phase I ESA), noise, and transportation and traffic.
North County Regional Education Center—San Marcos Unified School
District and San Diego County Office of Education, California.
Principal Envkonmental Planner responsible for the preparation of a
Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the constmction and
operation of the North County Regional Education Center in San
Marcos. The proposed project includes the constmction and operation
of combined faciUties for the San Marcos Unified School District
(SMUSD) and the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE).
FaciUties wiU include school faciUties, educational support and training
faciUties, and administrative offices for SDCOE, and administrative
offices for SMUSD. Key issues addressed as part of project analysis
include biological resources (i.e., vernal pools), hazards and hazardous
materials (i.e.. Preliminary Envkonmental Assessment, RaU Risk
Analysis, and PipeUne Risk Analysis), noise, and transportation and
traffic.
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Education
M.S. Coastal Zone Management,
Bournemouth University, 2000
B.S. Geography, University of Plymouth,
1997
Professional and Community
Affiliations
Association of Environmental
Professionals (AEP) San Diego Chapter,
Secretary and Web Master
Secretariat for Eastern Africa Coastal Area
Management (SEACAM)
Consultant Nominating Committee for
City County and Port of San Diego
Matthew D. Valerio
Associate Environmental Planner
Matthew Valerio has five years of envkonmental planning experience as
an Associate Envkonmental Planner in CaUfomia. Prior to joining
Mooney & Associates, he held professional positions with Government
departments in England and South Africa, reviewing envkonmental
impact documents and supporting pro-active envkonmental manage-
ment. ITis exposure to different culmres and ideals has eqiupped him
with a tremendous abiUty to provide lateral perspectives. Over the past
eight years, he has shown dedication to envkonmental causes through
education and voluntary participation, in an effort to promote his beUef
in the need for sustainable development. His diverse background and
knowledge enable him to discuss envkonmental issues and planning
projects in an objective manner in order to provide a balanced approach
to projects. He has assisted in the preparation of envkonmental
documents in compUance with the CaUfornia Envkonmental QuaUty
Act (CEQA) and the National Envkonmental PoUcy Act (NEPA).
Project Experience
Cantarini/Holly Springs EIR—City of Carlsbad, California.
Envkonmental Planner. Wrote the Draft EIR for the subdivision of two
properties in the City of Carlsbad. The project involved summarizing
technical reports and clearly communicating potential impacts and
subsequent mitigation.
South Bay Boatyard MND—Port of San Diego, California. Project
Manager. Coordinated and prepared an MND for improvements and
pier constmction within the South Bay Boat Yard, Chula Vista, for the
Port of San Diego. The project involved resolving adjacency issues
related to biological resources with a variety of local, state, and federal
agencies as weU as complex land use concems.
Mixed-Use Solana Beach Train Station NOP—City of Solana Beach,
California. Project Manager. Prepared an NOP, including an Initial
Smdy, and presented the project at televised pubUc hearings to obtain
pubUc input on the scoping for the EIR of a mixed-use transit
orientated development at the Solana Beach Train Station site. The
project involves careful evaluation of complex and controversial land
use, traffic, parking, and aesthetic issues. In addition, the project
includes an oppormnistic beach replenishment component, the impacts
of which are to be evaluated in the EIR.
Solana Beach Parking Structure Categorical Exclusion—North County
Transit District, Oceanside, California. Project Manager. Coordination
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of the preparation of a Categorical Exclusion under NEPA for the
North County Transit District (NCTD) development of a below grade
parking stmcture at the Solana Beach train station site. The project
involved coordination of technical information and consideration of the
Federal Transit Authority (FTA) NEPA requkements.
Woodfin Hotel Notice of Preparation/Initial Study—Port of San Diego,
California. Project Manager. Prepared a Notice of Preparation (NOP)
and Initial Study (IS) for a proposed development within the Port's
jurisdiction. WiU also be preparing the EIR for this project.
Father Joe's A Children's Village (formerly PromiseLand Ranch) EIR—
S.V.D.P. Management, Inc., Campo, California. Envkonmental Planner.
Prepared an IS for a property, which is one of a few properties that
could potentiaUy receive a residential development envisioned by Father
Joe of Saint Vincent de Paul, to provide oppormnities for unformnate
young people.
Palm and Carnation Avenue Street Ends Project—San Diego Unified
Port District, Imperial Beach, California. Envkonmental Planner. Wrote
the Draft and Final EIRs for a project to improve beach access and
aesthetics for the pubUc, at two locations in Imperial Beach. A MND
adopted by the Port of San Diego for this project has recentiy been
appealed. The project involves consoUdating technical reports and
clearly communicating potential impacts and subsequent mitigation.
Crescent Warehouse Relocation Project (As-Needed Environmental
Services)—Port of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California.
Envkonmental Planner. Wrote a Notice of Preparation (NOP) and
sections of an EIR for the relocation of warehouse faciUties operated
within the boundaries of the Port of Los Angeles to an adjacent
community. The project involved thorough analysis of several land use
plans and careful consideration of community responses.
Murray Bridge Park Middle School Project—Oceanside Unified School
District, Oceanside, California. Envkonmental Planner. Wrote Sections
of a Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) and assisting with
community workshops for the estabUshment of a joint-use middle
school and park for the Oceanside Unified School District and the City
of Oceanside.
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Education
B.A. Economics, Princeton University,
2002
Awards
All-American Scholar Athlete through
Disney's Wide World of Sports
Complex and the National Fast Pitch
Coaches Association
Languages
Proficient in oral and written Spanish
Dana M. Preiser
Environmental Planner
Dana M. Preiser has a variety of experience including a Print
Advertising/Sales Coordinator for USA Today, an internship with
Morgan Stanley Dean Whitter, and an Envkonmental Science Teacher
with the Head Royce School. Dana graduated from Princeton University
in 2002 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics. Her relevant
coursework includes envkonmental smdies, chemistry, biology, geology,
envkonmental economics, science and pubUc poUcy. Dana was named
AU-American Scholar Athlete through Disney's Wide World of Sports
Complex and the National Fast Pitch Coaches Association.
Project Experience
Woodfin Hotel Notice of Preparation/Initial Study —Port of San Diego,
California. Assistant Envkonmental Planner. The Woodfin Hotel
Project entaUs development of an eight-story hotel, approximately 12,500
square foot clubhouse including spa and restaurant, and approximately
19,000 square feet of subterranean parking on West Harbor Island along
San Diego Bay. A Unear seawaU would be buUt along the entke length of
the marina on top of which, a promenade wiU be provided. In order to
be in compUance with the Port Master Plan, an amendment is also
requked as part of this project.
South Bay Boat Yard ND—Port of San Diego, Chula Vista, California.
The South Bay Boat Yard, in cooperation with the Port of San Diego,
proposes constmction of two steel piers in the Bay to support a 600-ton
travel-Uft. The project also includes the removal of fences and stmctures,
rebuUding, and landscaping of the site. Assisting in finalizing the Initial
Smdy and Negative Declaration.
RoSSWOOd EIR—City of El Centro, California. Assistant Envkonmental
Planner responsible for assisting in drafting and finalizing the Irutial
Smdy and EIR. The proposed project consists of the development of
approximately 40 acres of agriculmral land to include 150 single-famUy
residential homes, a retention basin, and a pubUc park. The project
entaUs a Change of Zone, Tentative Subdivision Map to aUow for the
development of a residential subdivision, and approval by LAFCO for
the annexation of the site to the City of El Centro.
Courtyard Villas EIR—City of El Centro, California. Assistant
Envkonmental Planner. The proposed project consists of the
development of approximately 21 acres of agriculmral land to include 54
single-famUy residential homes, a detention basin, and pubUc park. The
lot size of the single-famUy homes to be buUt would average 10,000
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square feet. The proposed project tiers from the envkonmental analysis
provided by the Westem Annexation EIR (SCH#1999101109) and
requkes a Change of Zone and a Tentative Subdivision Map.
Lotus Ranch EIR—City of El Centro, California. The city proposes to
buUd 616 single-famUy residential units and an elementary school on 213
acres of land south of Interstate-8. Assisting in drafting and finaUzing
the EIR.
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Peter Langenfeld
Director of Technical Services
Education As Dkector of Technical Services, Peter Langenfeld is responsible for
Bachelor of Science, Geography and ensuring that Mooney & Associates/Jones &c Stokes continues to be a
Geology, University of Wisconsin- i j • ^ i i • i • • T-'I • • i i /-^ i • ^ leader in technological innovation. I his includes Geographic
Oshkosh,1985 ^ . .
Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Digital
Terrain ModeUng (DTM), Electronic Surveying, and CAD/COGO
appUcations. Peter has more than 18 years of experience preparing
iUustrative materials for Envkonmental Impact Reports (EIRs),
Envkonmental Impact Statements (EISs), Master Plans, community
outreach programs, and promotional programs. Peter's expertise also
includes over 15 years of experience preparing visual simulations using a
variety of methods and techniques that substantiate project impacts. To
vaUdate simulation accuracy, he uses GPS, in conjunction with DTM in a
CAD envkonment, to produce three-dimensional models based on
proposed development plans. The model is viewed from a
predetermined observation point that has been occupied and post-
processed by a GPS receiver. Digital photographs are taken from the
same location. The model and photograph are digitaUy merged and the
photograph is rendered to produce plainimetricaUy correct simulations.
Peter has prepared simulations for world-class resorts, regional shopping
centers, quarry expansions, Master-Planned communities, wind energy
and cogeneration faciUties, water reservoks, ceUular faciUties, and EHV
transmission Unes.
Project Experience
Cantarini/Holly Springs—City of Carlsbad, California. Visual sknulations
were created for 160 mixed-dwelUng units on an undeveloped parcel on
the City of Carlsbad. KOPs were selected from an adjacent road that is
part of the City's Scenic Roads Element. Simulations ranged from one-
to three-story single-famUy homes to multi-famUy residential, and
included the extension of CoUege Blvd.
Carlsbad Promenade—Private Client, Carlsbad, California. Created a
DTM and visual simulation for a proposed regional shopping center on
the south shore of Agua Hedionda. This smdy was conducted as part of
Project EIR.
America's Cup Harbor—San Diego Unified Port District, San Diego,
California. Visual Resource SpeciaUst responsible for creating four
simulations of the area surrounding America's Cup Harbor and Shelter
Island on San Diego Bay. The simulations were prepared to show
decision-makers improved viewsheds and newly created view corridors
that would be created by the adoption of the Redevelopment Plan. The
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simulations showed redesigned ckculation patterns, parking layouts, new
planting plans, buUdings pedestrian Unkages, and view corridors.
Oak Country Estates—Private Client, Ramona, California. GIS/GPS
Mapping Coordinator for a proposed low-density residential
development in Ramona, CaUfornia. Preliminary resource surveys
revealed an array of threatened and endangered plant and animal species
as weU as extensive archaeological resources. Peter coordinated a
mapping program where resource data could be mapped accurately so
the development would avoid impacting sensitive cultural and biological
resources. The archaeological mapping requked damm to be set and
located using survey grade GPS receivers. Surface artifacts and test pit
locations were recorded using Total Stations with sub-centimeter
accuracy. The subsequent Archaeological Technical Report was awarded
Outstanding Technical Resource Solution for 2003 by the San Diego Chapter of
the Association of Envkonmental Professionals (AEP).
Valley View Estates—City of Escondido, California. Dkected the
visuaUzation of this project in the San Pasqual VaUey in mral San Diego
County. The project included 400 clustered homes and a Ckculation
Element road that has 80-foot cut and fiU slopes. The visual component
of the EIR was critical to the development because of the project's
visibiUty and proximity to the WUd Animal Park.
Rancho Vista Monte EIR—City of Escondido, California. Created
visuaUzations of this 130 home residential development in eastern
Escondido. In addition to the residences and ckculation, the
visuaUzation depicted mamre landscaping from a detaUed Planting Plan.
Extensive grading was requked to create a Ckculation Element road.
Rios Canyon Ranch EIR—Private Client, Lakeside, California. Created
four visual simulations for this residential development in Lakeside,
CaUfornia. The site is currentiy an operating avocado grove. Over 100
residences were simulated on the 600 acres adjacent to Interstate 8.
After the houses and landscaping were created the rest of the acreage of
avocados was rendered to simulate coastal sage scmb habitat that was a
part of the Revegetation Plan for the project.
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Keith Cooper, AICP
Senior Environmental Scientist
Education
B.S. Business Administration, California
State University, Dominguez Hills, 1999
M.A. (Candidate) Urban Planning,
University of Califomia, Los Angeles
Special Training
2005: Fundamentals of Highway Noise,
Bowlby & Associates, Franklin, TN
2005: FHWA Traffic Noise Model
Training Course, Bowlby & Associates,
Franklin, TN
Professional Memberships
American Planning Association
Association of Environmental
Professionals
Mr. Cooper has more than seven years of experience as an
envkonmental planner, with speciaUzation in the areas of ak quaUty,
envkonmental acoustics, and ground-borne vibration. He has prepared
numerous ak quaUty impact assessments that documented ak poUutant
emissions and concentrations related to various pubUc infrastmcmre and
private development projects. Keith has also prepared noise impact
assessments that evaluated impacts from constmction, transportation,
industrial, commercial, and recreation sources. In addition, Keith has
experience in evaluating ground-borne vibration impacts from short-
term constmction and long-term project operations. He has a thorough
understanding of the National and State Ambient Ak QuaUty Standards,
as weU as the mles and regulations adopted by many local ak districts
such as the South Coast Ak QuaUty Management District (SCAQMD).
His expertise includes a comprehensive background in noise
measurement protocols encompassing point-, area-, and mobUe-source
emissions inventory development; constmction- and operations-period
ak quaUty impact analyses; and ak toxics human health risk assessments.
Keith has experience using a sound level meter and caUbrator and
applying the Traffic Noise Model software developed by the Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Sound 2000 software
developed by Caltrans. In addition, Keith has extensive knowledge of
sound propagation and attenuation mathematics.
Project Experience
Beverly Hills Cultural Center EIR—Beverly Hills, California. Noise
analysis. Beverly HiUs Culmral Center Foundation is proposing to
adaptively reuse the historic Beverly HiUs Post Office by converting it
into a culmral and performing arts center. Constmcted in 1933, the
elegant ItaUan Renaissance Revival style post office is Usted on the
National Register of ITistoric Places and is part of a grouping of
buUdings (including the post office, city haU, fke station, Ubrary/poUce
headquarters complex) comprising the Beverly HiUs Civic Center. Jones
& Stokes is preparing the EIR for the project.
Kare Youth Center EA—San Gabriel Valley, California. Noise analysis.
The proposed project's purpose is to develop additional athletic faciUties
to provide recreational activities for the youth in the San Gabriel VaUey.
The Kare Youth League has served the San Gabriel VaUey continuously
since 1931, through a uniquely designed program, integrating athletics,
camping and educational experiences. The purpose of the Kare Youth
Leagues is to provide a wholesome envkonment where a chUd can grow,
make choices, buUd confidence and shape thek future. During 2003
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over 2,000 chUdren participated in over 350,000 chUd-hours of activities.
Jones & Stokes is preparing the federal Envkonmental Assessment (EA)
for the project. The EA wiU describe the envkonmental effects of a
proposed Kare Youth Athletic field complex on approximately 18 acres
of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers lands in the San Gabriel VaUey.
Prior Experience
Playa Vista Phase II (The Village at Playa Vista) EIR—Playa Vista,
California. Located between the Westchester Bluffs and Marina del Rey
in West Los Angeles, this Ill-acre mixed-use development project
included 2,600 dwelUng units, 175,000 square feet of office development,
150,000 square feet of retaU development, and 40,000 square feet of
community-serving uses.
USC Health Sciences Campus Project EIR—Los Angeles, California.
The project proposes to intensify development within the existing USC
Health Sciences Campus, which is located approximately 3 mUes east of
downtown Los Angeles, by adding 765,000 square feet of academic,
medical research, and medical clinic uses. Development would occur on
up to four development sites that total just over 28 acres.
Douglas Park (formally Pacific Center @ Long Beach) EIR. The project
proposes to redevelop approximately 261 acres of akcraft production
faciUties located within the cities of Long Beach and Lakewood. Project
implementation would provide for the replacement of more than five
milUon square feet of research and development (R&D), office,
warehousing, manufacmring, and other aviation-related floor with new
R&D, Ught industrial, office, retaU, hotel, residential, aviation-related
uses, and anciUary uses.
Central Los Angeles Area New High School No. 11 & Vista Hermosa Park
EIR—Los Angeles, California. FormaUy known as the BeUnont Learning
Complex, the project proposes complete development of the
approximately 35-acre site located immediately west of downtown Los
Angeles with a high school (306,240 square feet) that would
accommodate 2,600 smdents and a 10.5-acre park.
National Training Center (Home Depot Center) Project EIR—Carson,
California This project is complete, and is currentiy the largest athletic
training complex on the West Coast, and serves as home to Major
League Soccer's L.A. Galaxy, as weU as several national sports
federations. This project included a 20,000-seat soccer stadium, an
8,000-seat tennis stadium, a velodrome, a track and field complex,
upgrades to existing campus faciUties including the gymnasium, and
various practice courts and fields.
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Education
Master of Science, Ecology and
Evolutionary Biology, University of
Arizona, 1998
Bachelor of Science, Biology, University
of Michigan, 1997
Special Training
Endangered Spedes Act 10(a)(1)(A)
recovery permit for the Quino
Checkerspot Butterfly (1^-038109-0)
Fairy Shrimp Identification Training
Advanced Wetland Soils and Hydrology
Training
Constmction Safety Management and
Regulatory Compliance Training
Revegetation/Habitat Restoration
Training
Erosion and Sediment Control Training
Endangered Species: Regulation,
Planning, and Permits for Development
Professional Memberships
Association of Environmental
Professionals
Society of Ecological Restoration
The Westem Section of the Wildlife
Society
San Diego County Plant Atlas Project
Certifications/Licenses
County of San Diego Certified Biologist
Certified Wetiand Delineator
Awards/Honors
Valley Center Kiwanis Club Invited
Speaker; topic: The Environmental
Planning Process and CEQA -
Examples from Recent Developments
in Valley Center. 2002.
Newland Communities Consultant of
tiie Montii Award. 2002.
National Science Foundation Graduate
Research Fellowship. 1997.
Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. 1997.
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. 1997.
Ted N. Lee
Director of Biological Resources
Ted Lee has been active in ecological research and field smdies for over
eight years and currendy speciaUzes in namral resource management and
agency consultation. He has an expert knowledge of preparing a wide
range of biological smdies in compUance with the CaUfomia
Envkonmental QuaUty Act (CEQA), National Envkonmental PoUcy Act
(NEPA), federal and state Endangered Species Acts, Clean Water Act,
CaUfornia Fish and Game Code as weU as numerous other local, state
and federal giUdeUnes. Ted's experience includes agency consultation,
conducting wetiand deUneations and biological smdies, performing
sensitive species surveys, coordinating large-scale envkonmental
compUance and ecological restoration programs, and preparing CEQA
and NEPA documentation.
Project Experience
Regional Drainage Survey & GIS Database—City of San Diego,
California. Developed survey protocol to coUect biological resource data
for over 350 drainage channel segments throughout the City of San
Diego. Field survey included digitizing vegetation polygons and creating
attribute tables in the field using handheld computers for import into a
Microsoft Access database and ESRI GIS for analysis.
North County Regional Educational Center—San Marcos Unified School
District, California. Managed biological surveys and reporting phase for
a proposed regional educational center in San Marcos. The project
included general biological surveys, focused surveys for rare plants,
vernal pool mapping and assessments and protocol surveys for fairy
shrimp. Currentiy completing the Waste Discharge Requkement
permitting process with the RWQCB.
Rosemary's Mountain Quarry—Granite Construction, Fallbrook,
California. Currentiy managing agency consultation and permitting
process for constmction of a rock quarry near FaUbrook. The project is
located along State Route 76 (SR-76) and the San Luis Rey River and
requkes re-aUgning and widening a 1.25-mUe segment of the highway.
Updated surveys performed include habitat mapping, a detaUed wetiand
deUneation, and focused surveys for CaUfornia gnatcatcher, least BeU's
vkeo, southwestern wiUow flycatcher, and arroyo toad. The project wiU
requke permits and/or agreements from the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers (USACE), CaUfomia Department of Fish and Game (CDFG),
Regional Water QuaUty Control Board (RWQCB), U.S. Fish and WUdUfe
Service (USFWS), County of San Diego, Caltrans and others.
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Golden Key National Honor Society.
1997.
K.L. Jones Award - Excellence in
Undergraduate Botany, University of
Michigan. 1997.
National Science Foundation Research
F^xperience for Undergraduates
Fellowship. 1996.
James B. Angeli Scholar. 1996-1997.
F^xplorer's Club Grant for Independent
Undergraduate Research (Eixplorer's
Club, New York). 1995.
University of Michigan Class Honors.
1995-1997.
Highway 54/94 Road Widening Project—County of San Diego DPW,
Rancho San Diego County, California. Completed comprehensive
wetiand deUneation and Biological Assessment for a highway
improvement project in San Diego County. Issues included
jurisdictional wetiands, noise impacts to least BeU's vkeo, and impacts to
Palmer's goldenbush.
On-Call Biological Services—City of San Diego Streets Division, San
Diego, California. Managing contract to provide biological services in
support of emergency and priority storm drain maintenance projects
throughout the City of San Diego. Services include providing immediate
response 24 hours per day, seven days per week for a wide range of
emergency events.
Father Joe's A Children's Village (formerly PromiseLand Ranch>—
S.V.D.P. Management, Inc., Campo, California. Completed protocol
Quino checkerspot butterfly surveys, general biological surveys, and an
RPO wetiand assessment for an approximately 300-acre project site in
Campo.
Oak Country Estates—Private Client, Ramona, California. Performed
general biological surveys, wetiand delineations, and focused rare plant
surveys and mapping; coordinated agency consultation and co-authored
biological resources technical report. Issues include Stephen's kangaroo
rat, CaUfornia gnatcatcher, arroyo toad, San Diego fairy shrimp, Orcutt's
brodiaea, southern tarplant, vernal pools and other wetiands.
Rios Canyon Ranch—Private Client, Lakeside, California. Performed
general surveys, wetiand deUneations, and prepared a biological resources
technical report for a proposed residential subdivision in Lakeside.
Woods Valley Ranch—Newlands Communities, Valley Center, California.
Managed monitoring and agency reporting for the constmction phase of
a residential subdivision and golf course in VaUey Center. Currentiy
managing implementation of the on-site wetiand mitigation program.
Valley View Estates—Private Client, Escondido, California. Performed
general biological surveys, a wetiand deUneation, and prepared reports
for portions of a large proposed subdivision in Escondido.
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Education
M.A. Historic Preservation, University of
Califomia, San Diego, 1984
B.A. Anthropology, San Diego State
University, 1974
B.A. History, San Diego State University,
1972
Richard L. Carrico
Director of Cultural Resources
Richard Carrico has been active in the field of culmral resources
management for more than 25 years. He currentiy manages Mooney &
Associates/Jones& Stokes' Culmral Resource Group and is responsible
for regulatory compUance and quaUty control. He has an expert
knowledge of CaUfornia Envkonmental QuaUty Act/National
Envkonmental PoUcy Act (CEQA/NEPA), and Section 106
documentation. His experience includes supervisory roles in both
historic and prehistoric archaeological smdies, surveys, evaluations,
tests, data recovery, and mitigation monitoring projects. He has been
the Principal Investigator for more than 500 cultural resource projects
and the Native American Coordinator/Liaison for more than 50
projects. As an educator, he is a weU-known pubUc speaker and has a
long history of presentations at academic and professional conferences.
In addition, he is a weU-recognized authority on southem CaUfornia
Native Americans and is an adjunct professor of American Indian
Smdies at San Diego State University. He also has an extensive Ust of
pubUcations on archaeological and historical topics.
Project Experience
Oak Country Estates—Confidential Client, Ramona, California.
Dkected the excavation and analysis of prehistoric artifacts and culmral
debris from a Kumeyaay viUage site. Known as Pa'mu, the site was
preserved within the context of a proposed residential development.
The resulting technical report was presented with the Association of
Envkonmental Professionals (AEP) 2003 Outstanding Technical
Report Award.
As-Needed Environmental Services—City of San Diego Wastewater
Facilities Division, San Diego, California. Principal Investigator for the
survey and evaluation of culmral resource impacts associated with
various improvement and replacement projects. Primary compUance
issues included CEQA and NEPA.
San Diego County Water Authority Emergency Storage Project—San
Diego County Water Authority, Encinitas, California. Principal
Investigator and Native American Liaison for the field inventory of the
five various alternatives (Hodges, Moosa, Guejito, San Vicente, and
OUvenhain) and the associated pump stations and pipeUnes for this
project. The Project included federal (Section 106) and state (CEQA)
compUance. The work effort included field visits and tribal meetings
with members of the San Pasqual, Mesa Grande, Viejas, and Barona
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Indian Reservations.
As-Needed Cultural Resources—City of San Diego Water Utilities
Department, San Diego, California. Dkected and conducted
archaeological and historical surveys for water faciUties, pipeUnes, and
other actions within the City of San Diego. ResponsibiUties included
consultation with local Indian bands, record and Uterature searches,
assessment of potential significance of identified properties, and report
preparation in accordance with CEQA and NEPA requkements.
Balcor/Santa Fe Valley Land Company Cultural Resources Study-
Santa Fe Land LLC, San Diego, California. Principal Investigator for a
Phase I and II culmral resources survey, testing, and evaluation
program of 25 culmral resource sites on a 645-acre property. The
development consisted principaUy of an 18-hole golf course and
clubhouse faciUty. Dkected aU project archaeological activities
including data analysis, report production, and design of preservation
measures for National Register eUgible culmral resources. Provided
coordination with County of San Diego planning personnel. Bureau of
Land Management (BLM), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE),
and Native Americans and compUance with CEQA, County of San
Diego, and Federal 106 404 Permit requkements.
Otay Ranch—City of Chula Vista, California. Dkected die culmral
resources evaluation for the 23,088-acre Otay Ranch Project. This
included an intensive survey and inventory of 5,674 acres and
development of a Cultural Resource Management Plan that was
subsequentiy adopted by the City of Chula Vista and County of San
Diego. The survey and evaluation included recordation of 111
previously unrecorded archaeological/ historical sites and updated
recordation for 152 previously recorded archaeological/historical sites.
Rancho San Vicente—Ryland Homes Corporation, Ramona, California.
Project Manager and Co-Principal Investigator for field survey and test
investigations at 24 archaeological sites located within an 850-acre
planned development near Ramona in San Diego County. Managed
the Project and supervised analysis and report preparation.
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Education
BS Civil F],ngineering, Califomia State
University, Sacramento, 1997
Professional Licensure
Registered Professional Engineer, Civil,
California, C60513,2000
Registered Professional Engineer, Civil,
Oregon, 75617PE, 2005
Registered Professional Engineer, Civil,
Washington, 41247,2005
Steven Seville, P.E.
Hydrologist/Hydraulic Engineer
Steve SeviUe's experience as a project engineer includes working with
hydrologic models for use in floodplain mapping and enhancement of
coastal and riverine restoration design. ITis expertise includes fieldwork,
hydrological data analysis, appUcation of hydrological models for
watershed smdy and restoration design, integration of model results with
GIS databases, restoration design, erosion control design, and
constmction oversight. He also has an extensive knowledge of
AutoCAD.
Prior Project Experience
Upper Guadalupe River Project—Santa Clara Valley Water District, San
Jose, California. Served as design engineer. Jones & Stokes was the lead
fkm in the preparation of an EIR/EIS and supporting documents for
the Upper Guadalupe River project. The EIR/EIS was certified by the
Santa Clara VaUey Water District m 2001. In 2002, the EIR/EIS was
recognized by the Association of Envkonmental Professionals and
awarded "Outstanding Envkonmental Analysis Document." Jones &
Stokes also conducted vegetation and wUdUfe surveys, developed an
hourly water temperamre model (JSATEMP model) of the Guadalupe
River watershed, prepared a biological assessment that addressed
potential impacts on steelhead and Chinook salmon, and prepared a
habitat management and monitoring plan and riparian habitat mitigation
designs to support the compUance process.
Rocky Point Erosion Control Project—City of South Lake Tahoe, South
Lake Tahoe, California. Design engineer for development of altematives
to improve erosion control and storm water management in the Rocky
Point subdivision. Work included site assessment, hydrologic modeUng,
identification of water quaUty basin sites, ground water monitoring, and
cost estimating.
Lake Tahoe Storm Water Quality Improvement Committee—California
Tahoe Conservancy, Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada. CoUaborated with
other engineers and regulatory officials to develop a draft guideUne
document to be implemented in the Lake Tahoe basin for fumre storm
water and erosion control projects. Contributed design procedure
checkUsts and necessary agency contacts requked to implement projects
that can impact water quaUty in Lake Tahoe. Work included a test
project watershed analysis to evaluate the performance and completeness
of the draft document.
San Francisquito Creek Bank Stabilization and Revegetation
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Demonstration Project—California Coastal Conservancy, Menlo Park,
California. Project manager for a multidiscipUnary team serving the Joint
Powers Authority QPA) through a Conservancy grant to develop
concepmal designs for two demonstration sites along San Francisquito
Creek. Work Included topographic survey, hydrauUc design for fisheries,
hydrauUc design for scour protection, hydrauUc modeUng for flood risk
assessment, and cost estimating.
Guadalupe River Trail Master Plan Pedestrian Bridge Hydraulic
Assessment—City of San Jose, California. Project manager and design
engineer to complete hydrauUc scour analysis for three proposed
pedestrian bridges along Los Alamitos Creek and Guadalupe Creek.
Work included bathymetric survey, pier and abutment design
recommendations, and cost estimating.
Median Creek Habitat Mitigation—WSDOT, Bellevue, Washington.
Developed salmonid habitat enhancement grading plans for mitigation in
association with the proposed 1-405 expansion project. Based on
avaUable hydrology, a relocation of the current stream channel is
proposed to provide an improved hydrauUc connection from the upper
watershed to the downstream wedand complexes.
Lake Tahoe On-Call Services—California Tahoe Conservancy, Lake
Tahoe, California/Nevada. Provided design services to address erosion
control problems identified by the Conservancy. Work included site
assessment, topographic survey, bathymetric survey, hydrauUc design,
constmction oversight, and cost estimating.
Guadalupe Creek Habitat Restoration Project—Santa Clara Valley Water
District, San Jose, California. Design engineer for the development of
constmction documents and constmction oversight for a 2-mUe reach of
creek restoration to improve SRA habitat for the benefit of salmon and
steelhead. Work continued foUowing the completed project to develop a
maintenance guideline document to be used by District staff for the
inspection and maintenance of the unique stmctures that had been
instaUed along the creek.
Douglas County FlS—FEMA, Douglas County, Nevada. Project engineer
for development and appUcation of a hydrologic model (HEC-HMS), a
1-D hydrauUc model (HEC-RAS), and a 2-D hydrauUc model (MIKE
21) to determine the extents of the 100 year and 500 year flood
boundaries to be used in the development of Flood Insurance Rate Maps
(FIRM).
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Education
M.S. (emphasis on Hydrology and Aquatic
Chemistry), School of Forestry and
Environmental Studies, Yale University,
1999
B.A. Geography (focus in Ruvial
Geomorphology and a Minor in
Environmental Studies), University of
Southem Califomia, 1997
Professional Memberships
American Water Resources Association
American Geophysical Union
Association of Califomia Water Agencies
Teaching and Lectures
Adjunct Professor at Amencan River
College Science Department since 2001
teaching courses in Natural Resources and
GIS
Stanford University Guest Lecturer in
Engineering—^^Fopic: "Environmental
Impacts and Regulatory Compliance for
Engineering Applications" May 2003
UC Davis lecturer—(bourse: "TMDL's
for Water Quality" May 2003
Guest Lecture for Ms. Amnee
Chumnanya, Member of Parliament,
Kingdom of Thailand-—"Water Quality
Impacts from Point and Nonpoint
Sources" March 2002
Specialized Training
"Better Assessment Science Integrating
Point and Nonpoint Services (BASINS)
Training Program," April 2001
38-hour wetiand delineation training
course based upon the U.S. Army Corps
of lingineers 1987 Corps Manual,
September 2000
Hazardous Waste Operations and
Emergency Response, OSH/\ 40-hour
training, March 1992 and 8-hour refresher
courses annually
Thonfias Trexler
Project Manager and Environmental Scientist
Tom Trexler has more than 14 years of professional and academic
experience in project management, hydrology, analytic chemistry, water
resource issues, riparian and limnological water quaUty sampling,
laboratory analysis, hydrologic flow measurement, and GIS analysis.
Hydrologic and water quaUty modeUng with GIS, HEC-RAS, BASINS,
and MIKEl 1/21/SHE. His expertise includes fluvial geomorphology,
watershed evaluations, total maximum daUy loads (TMDL), poUution
prevention plans (BMPs), flow analysis, water use/demand
calculations, and impact/ mitigation analyses. Tom prepares
CEQA/NEPA documents, technical reports, and permits appUcations.
He conducts interdiscipUnary analyses of water quaUty at a variety of
scales ranging from microscopic to meso-scale catchments, engineering
Uaison, hazardous materials handUng SpeciaUst, and emergency
response protocol tactician; ion chromatography, mass spectroscopy,
plasma gas chromatography, atomic absorption, stable isotope
separation and detection.
Project Experience
Project Management—Port of Stockton, Stockton, California. Managed
project for the Port of Stockton West Complex Development Plan.
Oversaw CEQA and NEPA documentation of multiyear, multiphase
reuse plan for the former miUtary base on Rough and Ready Island.
FaciUtated communication between the port representatives, the board
of commissioners, the City of Stockton, and the city's Redevelopment
Agency.
Water Quality Lead—City of Vallejo's Mare Island Commercial Dredge
Placement Operation. Served as technical lead to assess potential
impacts to water quaUty and prepare sections of an EIR in support of
the City's project on Mare Island. Impacts to the Napa River and the
San Francisco Bay were addressed.
Capitol Expressway Light Rail Transit Project EIS/EIR—Santa Clara
Valley Transportation Authority, Santa Clara County, California.
Performed technical analysis of potential hydrology and water quaUty
impacts from implementation of the proposed Ught raU transit
extension for the Draft EIS/EIR.
Environmental Impact Services in Support of the Warm Springs
Extension—Bay Area-Rapid Transit District (BART), Alameda County,
California. Performed technical analysis of potential hydrology and
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water quaUty impacts from implementation of the proposed extension.
Prepared section of the supplemental EIR and responses to comments.
TMDL Coordinator—San Joaquin River Dissolved Oxygen TMDL
Process. Led the SJ River TMDL Process in close coordination with
the CaUfornia Bay-Delta Authority, Regional Water QuaUty Control
Board, and numerous stakeholders including krigation districts, local
agencies, and federal agencies. Performed technical smdies and
prepared reports, agendas, and workplans.
Project Management—City of Merced Sewer Expansion. Managed
project to create CEQA documentation that addressed the proposed
sewer service expansion in Merced. The expansion would
accommodate the growing population and proposed UC Merced
campus.
Wastewater Treatment Facility—City of Stockton, California. Prepared
technical smdies and reports in support of City's requked compUance
with National PoUutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
permitting. Smdies included intemal processes, level of dissolved
oxygen in effluent, and suggested actions to remain in compUance with
permit standards.
Hydrologic Modeling—Calfed Consumnes River Watershed Study.
Performed spatial, hydrologic, and geomorphologic analysis of the
entke Consumnes River Water. Used EPA's BASINS model to
estabUsh hydrology and sediment yield under various conditions.
Environmental Impact Report—City of Stockton Redevelopment
Agency, Stockton, California. Prepared technical section for tiie Port
Industrial Redevelopment Plan Envkonmental Impact Report (EIR).
The section included an analysis of water resources.
Regulatory Compliance—Sacramento, California. Created the
hydrology and water resources chapter addressing the kistaUation of a
proposed pipeUne intended to deUver jet fuel to the Sacramento
Intemationai Airport EIR.
CEQA Analysis—Vallejo Sanitation and Flood Control District, Vallejo,
California. Reviewed water quaUty section of the EIR on the sewer
overflow master plan. Analyzed conditions at a wastewater treatment
plant during sanitary sewer overflows that occur during storm events.
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Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants
RANDY IRWIN, PG, CEG
Chief Engineering Geologist
EDUCATION
Master of Science, Geological Sciences, 1986, San Diego State University, San Diego, California
Bachelor of Science, Geology, 1980, Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, California
REGISTRATIONS
Registered Geologist, California, PG 4582 Professional Geologist, Arizona, RG 33171
Certified Engineering Geologist, California, CEG 1521 Registered Engineering Geologist, Oregon, El429
Co. of San Diego Environmental Consultant Certification
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Mr. Inwin's more than 23 years of experience includes a broad range of project experience, including geologic re-
connaissance and mapping, exploratory boring and trench logging, landslide investigation, coastal bluff evaluation,
and in-grading inspection. Additional experience consists of performing and analyzing seismic refraction traverses,
aerial photograph interpretation, installing and monitoring slope indicators, and investigating potentially compressi-
ble surficial deposits. Mr. Irwin's responsibilities include construction services, coordinating and supervising
geotechnical field investigation and research projects, directing technical staff, performing data analyses, and pre-
paring and reviewing geotechnical reports. Mr. Inwin's specific project experience includes:
South Carlsbad State Beach, Carlsbad, California: Chief Geologist during a limited geotechnical evaluation
for a restroom located at North Ponto Day-Use Area at South Carlsbad State Beach. The project involved the
construction of a single American Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible vault restroom building with an approxi-
mately 1,000-gallon, underground holding tank, with the restroom itself over it. An approximately 5-foot
excavation will be made to accommodate the holding tank. Tasks performed by Mr. Inwin for this project in-
cluded review and approval of the proposed evaluation plan, senior review of background information and
stereoscopic aerial photographs, technical advisor throughout the course of the project, and review of all deliv-
erables for the project including the geotechnical design report.
Magellan Gateway Hotel EIR, Solana Beach, California: Project Geologist for a preliminary geotechnical
evaluation for an environmental impact report (EIR) on a 3.5 acre site located east of Highway 101. The pro-
posed development will consist of a three-story, 115-unit, 74,000 square foot hotel with underground parking
and a 19-unit, two building condominium development. Forthis project Mr. Inwin provided technical oversight of
the project's staff operations. Mr. Inwin provided technical review of all deliverables for the project.
Alga Norte Community Park, Carlsbad, California: Principal Geologist for a geotechnical evaluation for the
proposed Alga Norte Community Park. The proposed Alga Norte Community Park will be located on a 33-acre
site northwest of the intersection of the future alignments of Poinsettia Lane and Alicante Road. Tasks per-
formed by Mr. Irwin for this project included review and approval of the proposed evaluation plan, senior review
of background information and stereoscopic aerial photographs, technical advisor throughout the course of the
project, and review of all deliverables for the project including the geotechnical design report.
Cielo North EIR, San Diego County, California: Project Manager during a geotechnical evaluation to provide
the geotechnical portions of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Cielo North project. The proposed
development will consist of approximately 200 residential lots, ranging in size from one-half to two acres in
area. A total of approximately 250 acres of the property will be developed with the remainder left in a relatively
native state. For this project Mr. Inwin provided technical oversight of the project's staff operations. Mr. Inwin
provided technical review of all deliverables for the project.
Encinitas Ranch Specific Plan and Leucadia Boulevard Alignment, Encinitas, California: Principal Ge-
ologist during geologic and geotechnical evaluations to aid in the preparation of an Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) for approximately 836 acres. The EIR was intended for use in the formulation of a Specific Plan
for multi-use development and the realignment and widening of Leucadia Boulevard. For this project Mr. Inwin
was responsible for all geologic aspects including geologic hazards, and faulting and seismicity. Mr. \rw\n co-
authored the geotechnical design report for the project.
Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants
RANDY IRWIN, PG, CEG
Chief Engineering Geologist
City of Chula Vista Natural Hazards/Geology Baseline Study, Chula Vista, California: Project Manager
for a natural hazards and geology baseline study as part of a city-wide City of Chula Vista General Plan Up-
date. Services included the review of geologic, seismic, soils, flood zones, mineral resources and groundwater
maps and reports; and a geologic field reconnaissance to map geologic units, faults, landslides, and related
geologic hazards. An illustrated report was prepared summarizing our findings regarding site geologic units,
soil units, mineral resources, groundwater conditions, geologic hazards (i.e. faulting, seismicity, ground motion,
liquefaction, landslides and related hazards), flooding, dam inundation, and wildfire hazards. The report also
discussed geotechnical constraints and possible mitigation measures. The report included a geologic hazards
map and a wildfire, flood and dam inundation hazards map.
Coastal Erosion Control EIR, Sunset Cliffs and La Jolla, San Diego, California: Project Manager during a
geotechnical evaluation to assist in the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the City of San
Diego. The project will include several tied-back walls (in and above the surf zone), mechanically stabilized
embankment earth retaining walls, a gabian wall, and new storm drains. Sen/ices included review of back-
ground information, performance of geologic mapping at 12 coastal bluff sites where erosion control measures
were planned, and preparation of an illustrated written technical report describing geologic conditions at the
project sites, the proposed erosion control measures, and potential impacts and possible mitigation (from a
geotechnical perspective).
De Anza Harbor Resort and Golf Development Program, San Diego, California: Principal Geologist for a
technical study to address geology and geotechnical issues for the De Anza Harbor Resort and Golf Develop-
ment Program. Tasks performed by Mr. Irwin for this project included review and approval of the proposed
evaluation plan, senior review of background information and stereoscopic aerial photographs, technical advi-
sor throughout the course of the project, and review of all deliverables for the project including the geotechnical
design report.
North Bay Redevelopment Project, San Diego, California: Chief Engineering Geologist during geotechnical,
hazardous materials and water quality services for the North Bay Redevelopment Project. Geotechnical ser-
vices included field reconnaissance and geologic mapping; compilation and analysis of data obtained; and
preparation of draft and final reports presenting a summary of our findings, conclusions, and geotechnical rec-
ommendations including geologic setting, anticipated earth units, faults, and potential geologic hazards as well
as recommendations for detailed geotechnical evaluations and analysis of mitigation alternatives.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Association of Environmental and Engineering Geologists
San Diego Association of Geologists
STEPHAN A, BECK, PG, CEG, HG, REA
Principal Environmental Geologist
EDUCATION
Master of Arts, Geology, 1981, California State University, Fresno, California
Bachelor of Arts, Geology, 1976, University of California at Santa Barbara
Professional Certificate, Hazardous Materials Management, 1989, University of California at San Diego
REGISTRATIONS
Professional Geologist, California, PG 4375 Certified Hydrogeologist, California, HG 126
Certified Engineering Geologist, California, CEG 1512 Professional Geologist, Wyoming, PG 2234
Environmental Assessor I, California, REA 2181 Environmental Manager, Nevada, CEM 1545
Environmental Assessor II, California, REA 20110 County of San Diego Environmental Consultant
Professional Geologist, Arizona, RG 33080 Certification
CEf?T/F/CAT/OA/S
OSHA 40-hour Health and Safety Training (with annual updates)
OSHA 8-hour Health and Safety Supervisor Training
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
As a Principal Environmental Geologist with Ninyo & Moore, Mr. Beck has 24 years of professional experience. Mr.
Beck provides managerial, technical and QA/QC oversight and support on all corporate, environmental submittals
and projects. Mr. Beck has been an active participant in the development of the San Diego Department of Environ-
mental Health's (DEH) Site Assessment and Mitigation (SAM) Manual, which has been adopted by other agencies,
in whole or in part, throughout California. In particular, Mr. Beck has received written acknowledgements from the
DEH for his excellent contributions to the SAM Manual. Mr. Beck's specific project experience includes
Central Imperial Redevelopment Plan, San Diego, California: Principal Environmental Geologist oversaw
the preparation of the Hazardous Materials Technical Study (HMTS) for the Central Imperial Redevelopment
Plan in San Diego County, California. The HMTS will be included as a section in a Master Environmental Im-
pact Report being prepared by the Southeastern Economic Development Corporation, a non-profit public
benefit corporation responsible for redevelopment activities in southeastern San Diego. The purpose of the
HMTS was to evaluate potential environmental impacts from hazardous substances and wastes currently or
historically located in or nearby the 580-acre study area.
Nationai City Downtown Specific Plan, National City, California: Principal Environmental Geologist in
charge of the completion of a Hazardous Materials Technical Study (HMTS) of the National City Downtown
Specific Plan area for the Community Development Commission of National City. This HMTS was performed
as part of the City's Preliminary Master Environmental Plan for the project area. Its purpose was to identify fa-
cilities of potential environmental concern that could be addressed in later studies and/or remedial activities.
Oceanside Unified School District On-Call Environmental Consulting Contract, Oceanside, California:
Mr. Beck is the Contract Manager and QA/QC Advisor for the Ninyo & Moore contract to provide environmental
site investigation characterization and assessment services to Oceanside Unified School District (OUSD) on an
as-needed basis under the New School Facilities Construction program. The services performed under this
contract will include Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Preliminary Endangerment Assess-
ments (PEAs), Supplementary Site Investigations (SSIs), and Remedial Action Work Plans (RAWs). The site
investigation activities may include conducting subsurface investigations to characterize and delineate the ex-
tent of soil and groundwater contamination; identifying and assessing the actual and potential adverse effects
of contamination to the environment and to public health and safety, and providing appropriate remedial alter-
natives. The RAWs will focus on addressing removal of impacted soils prior to initiation of construction activities
at the selected school sites. Ninyo & Moore will be interacting with the Department of Toxic Substance Control
(DTSC) personnel on a regular basis to determine the most effective method of managing environmental is-
sues associated with proposed school sites while meeting the objectives both of OUSD and DTSC. Because
Mr. Beck routinely interfaces with DTSC, he is familiar with what agency staff requires, and able to expedite
projects by preparing complete concise documents for DTSC review and approval, conduct appropriately
scoped PEAs and SSIs, and prepare RAWs and other documents that require few, if any, revisions.
STEPHAN A. BECK, PG, CEG, HG, REA
Principal Environmental Geologist
CCDC Downtown Community Plan Update and Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR), San Diego,
California: Principal Environmental Geologist during preparation of a hazardous materials technical document
to assist the Centre City Development Corporation (CCDC) in performing a hazardous materials constraints
analysis as part of the Downtown Community Plan Update and Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR).
Mr. Beck reviewed of appropriate sections of the existing MEIR, review of information and regulatory trends
pertaining to toxic substances and general redevelopment issues in the planning area; had discussions with the
San Diego County Department of Health; participated in project team meetings, and reviewed a hazardous ma-
terials technical document.
City of Chula Vista Solid and Hazardous Waste Hazardous Materials Baseline Study, Chula Vista, Cali-
fornia: Principal Environmental Geologist for a Solid and Hazardous Waste Hazardous Materials Baseline
Study (HMBS). The information provided in the HMBS report will be used to assist the City of Chula Vista in
identifying preliminary planning issues to be addressed in the City of Chula Vista General Plan Update process.
The site reconnaissance performed for the HMBS involved a "windshield" sun/ey of properties of significant po-
tential environmental concern (e.g., active and inactive landfills; large-quantity generators; treatment, storage,
and disposal facilities) identified during the regulatory agency database review and through interviews with
regulatory agency representatives. Findings included a summary of the number of sites of potential or identified
environmental concern within the study area, identified by subarea. Conclusions included recommended meth-
ods of mitigating areas of environmental concern before or during redevelopment activities.
San Diego Unified Port District: Contract and quality control principal for continuation of the hazardous mate-
rials identification and management portion of Phase I of the B.P. Goodrich South Campus demolition project.
Under the direction of the District, the project's major goal is to monitor the abatement of hazardous materials
at the site, including ACM, LBP, mercury switches, PCB-containing light ballasts, etc., to assist the demolition
contractor on behalf of the District with performance of all activities in strict conformance with applicable fed-
eral, state, and local regulations. Upon completion of the final report for Phase I, quality control task will focus
on technical review of the preparation of the final report that details the industrial hygiene and on-site safety as-
pects of the demolition process.
Transportation Authorities and Port District Projects, Various Locations, California: Program Manager,
Principal Environmental Geologist, Q/VQC Manager, and Technical Advisor for task order contracts involving
multiple concurrent projects at multiple locations with the Metropolitan Transit Development Board, North
County Transit District, Orange County Transportation Authority, Riverside County Transportation Commission,
San Diego Unified Port District, Port of Los Angeles, Port of Long Beach, and Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transit Authority.
Padres Ballpark, San Diego, California: Principal Environmental Geologist for the construction of the San
Diego Padres Ballpark and ancillary development, which involves the redevelopment of a 26-block area in
downtown San Diego. Tasks for this Brownfields/Polanco Act Project include review of Phase I, Phase II, and
remedial action plans, data, and recommendations, preparation of hazardous materials bid specifications, de-
velopment of a protocol for the evaluation, monitoring, and documentation of 750,000 to 1,000,000 cubic yards
of export soil, preparation of a hazardous materials response plan which included contaminated soil reuse crite-
ria, monitoring and coordinating removal actions, and providing liaison with the San Diego Department of
Health Services, the California EPA-designated lead agency for the project.
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National Groundwater Association
San Diego Association of Geologists
San Diego Environmental Professionals
RESUMES
John Boarman, P.E.
Principal
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PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
Civil Engineer, Califomia (C 50033)
Traffic Engineer, California (TR 1855)
EDUCATION
Purdue University, M.S. in Civil Engineering
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Transportation Engineer: Linscott, Law & Greenspan
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Institute of Transportation Engineers - Associate Member
Association of Environmental Professionals - Member
AREAS OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE
Traffic Sections of Environmental Impact Reports
Traffic Impact Studies
Parking Studies
Transportation Planning
REPRESENTATIVE ASSIGNMENTS
Project Engineer for the following projects:
• Faraday Avenue, Carlsbad
• Thompson Property, Carlsbad
• Coast Waste Transfer Station, Carlsbad
• Price Club Gas, Carlsbad
• Claim Jumper Restaurant, Carlsbad
• Sunny Creek Plaza, Carlsbad
• Carillo Ranch Park, Carlsbad
• La Costa Retail Center, Carlsbad
• Morro Hills Golf Course, Oceanside
• Twin Oaks Golf Course, San Marcos
• Downtown County Courthouse Expansion, San Diego
• San Marcos Landfill Diversion, San Marcos
• Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier Homeporting, Coronado
• Coronado Police Station, Coronado
• National City Marine Terminal, National City
• La Posta Recycling Center, San Diego
• Las Colinas Detention Facility, Santee
• Crawford/Hoover Elementary and Middle Schools, San Diego
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Marguerite S. Strand
Partner
Direct: (619) 525-1346
Peggv.Strand@bbklaw.com
San Diego Office
402 West Broadway
Thirteenth Floor
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 525-1300
Fax: (619)233-6118
Areas of Practice:
Environmental & Natural Resources Law
Schools & Special Education
Special District
Education:
JD, University of San Diego School of Law, CA
MA, University of Chicago, IL
BA, Macalester College
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California, 1989
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Preparation
of an
EnvironmGntal Impact Rgport (EIR 05-03)
for tho
ProposQd Hilton Carlsbad BQach Rosort
Project and Rolatod Applications
(fiDP 05-14CDP 05-43/RP 05-11)
January 19. 2006
ARCADIS
GREYSTONE®
GREYSTONE®
Environmental Consultants, Inc.
January 18, 2006
Mr. Christer Westman
Senior Planner
City of Carlsbad, Planning Department
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carlsbad, Califomia 92008-7314
Re: Proposal for Preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR 05-03) for the
Proposed Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project and Related Applications (SDP 05-
14CDP 05-43/RP 05-11)
Dear Mr. Westman:
Greystone Enviroimiental Consultants, an Arcadis Company, is pleased to submit this proposal
for the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project Environmental Impact Report. We offer a highly
qualified, interdisciplinary team specializing in addressing complex plaiming and environmental
issues, and preparing high quality CEQA comphance documents. Our team's combination of
strong management, rigorous objective science, and effective public and agency outreach will
ensure the successful completion of the planning and compliance process for this project.
Greystone is a full-service environmental consulting firm providing services to govemment
agencies, utilities, and private industry throughout Califomia. We have extensive experience
working with applicable federal, State, and local agencies providing environmental permitting
and regulatory compliance services.
Greystone's Principal in Charge, Mr. Randy Schroeder, is authorized to negotiate the scope of work
and contract terms with the City on behalf of our firm and is the contact for any questions during the
proposal review period. Under penalty of perjury, the undersigned certifies that he is an agent
authorized to submit proposals on behalf of our organization. Contact information is as follows:
Randy Schroeder
Greystone Environmental Consultants, Inc.
10470 Old Placervifie Road, Suite 110, Sacramento, Cahfomia 95827
(916) 843-1900
This proposal is a firm offer for a sixty (60) day period. All work will be performed at a "not to
exceed" contract price unless new levels of impact analysis not originally contemplated are
encountered during the writing or public review period of the Initial Study or EIR.
^ an ARCADIS company
10470 Old Placerville Road, Suite 110 • Sacramento, California 95827
Tel 916.843.1900 • Fax 916.843.1965
www.greystone.us • www.arcadis-us.com
Mr. Christer Westman, Senior Planner
lanuary 18, 2006
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The proposal is organized as follow: (1) Introduction/Project Understanding, (2) Proposed
Consultant Team, (3) Scope of Work (4) Schedule and Program Management, (5) Related
Experience and References, and (6) Budget (included under separate cover in sealed envelope).
We are very interested in this new opportunity to provide high quality, dedicated service to the
City of Carlsbad as we have in the recent past for the Palomar Waste Transfer Station Project.
Thank you for your serious consideration of Greystone, and please do not hesitate to contact me,
or Gary Fink, if you have any questions or need additional information.
Sincerely,
Randy Schroeder
Principal in Charge
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION/PROJECT UNDERSTANDING 1
Proposed Consultant Team 1
SCOPE OF WORK ..4
Environmental Impact Report 4
Review Existing Information 4
Public Scoping Meeting 6
Graphics 6
Prepare Administrative Draft EIR 6
Altematives Evaluation 8
CEQA Required Section 8
Prepare Draft EIR 8
Prepare Final EIR 8
Meetings 9
Kickoff Meeting 9
Project Meetings 9
Public Meetings 9
TECHNICAL APPROACH 9
Aesthetics 9
Agriculture Resources 9
Air Quality 9
Biological Resources 9
Cultural Resources 10
Geology and Soils 10
Hazardous Materials 10
Hydrology and Water QuaHty 11
Land Use and Planning 11
Mineral Resources 11
Noise 11
Population and Housing 12
Public Services 12
Recreation 12
Traffic and Circulation 12
Utilities 13
SCHEDULE AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT 13
Project Management 13
Effective Intemal and Extemal Communications 13
Extension of City Staff 13
Public and Regulatory Agency Meetings 13
Budget and Schedule Tracking 13
Quality Assurance/Quality Control 13
Monthly Progress Meetings and Reports 15
GIS/Mapping Support Capability 15
RELATED EXPERIENCE AND REFERENCES 15
REFERENCES 16
BUDGET 16
TABLES
Table 1 Key Personnel 2
INSERTS
Organization Chart 5
Project Schedule 14
Resumes 17
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INTRODUCTION/PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
Greystone beUeves that the key requirements for the successful preparation of CEQA compUance documents include strong
project management capabilities and technical approach, substantial experience in preparing EIRs and other CEQA documents,
and highly quaUfied personnel to successfuUy and efficiently complete the analyses for aU technical issue areas that must be
addressed. To accompUsh preparation of this Project EIR, Greystone has organized a project team consisting of senior project
management, AICP certified planners and CEQA technical experts.
The Proposed Project is knovm as the HUton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project. The property is located on the east side of Carlsbad
Boulevard, south of Poinsettia Avenue, and near Agua Hedionda lagoon in the City of Carlsbad. Interstate Highway 5, a major
north/south fiieeway, is located to the east of the site. Primary access to the project site is provided by Ponto Road. The project
would be situated on approximately 8.015-acres of land, and would include 215 hotel rooms, 12,820 square feet of meeting
space, a restaurant, and a spa. Existing Cieneral Plan Land Use Designation on the property is RMHTR with 1.5 acres
designated TR at the northernmost end of the site. The zone designation is CT-Q/RDM-Q, with the northernmost parcel
designated CT-Q. The northernmost 1.24-acre parcel is within the Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan, with the Specific Plan
zoning as CT and the General Plan designation TR.
The City of Carlsbad has determined that a Project-level EIR will be required for the Proposed Project. Greystone
will independently review for adequacy any studies that have been prepared for the Proposed Project and will
incorporate information from these studies into the environmental document as appropriate.
PROPOSED CONSULTANT TEAM
Greystone has assembled a highly qualified team to assist the City of Carlsbad with the preparation of the EIR for
the proposed Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project. The Greystone Team represents environmental professional
experts in the following areas: CEQA, air quality, biology, cultural resources, hydrology, geology, land use, noise,
public services, traffic, visual effects/aesthetics, and water quality. The unique qualifications of the Greystone
team for providing professional environmental services to the City include the following:
• Greystone completed the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Palomar Waste Transfer Station for
the City of Carlsbad. The project was approved by the City in February 2005.
• Greystone has just completed an EIR for the City of Calimesa Mesa Verde Estates Specific Plan, a
residential subdivision of 1,493 acres with 3,450 dwelling units and commercial uses proposed.
• Greystone prepared an EIR for another solid waste transfer station in the City of Pomona.
• Greystone completed an Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the Colorado 500 Specific Plan in the
City of BIythe.
• Greystone prepared the Review Draft Final Subarea Habitat Conservation Plan/ Natural Communities
Conservation Plan (HCP/NCCP) for the City of Oceanside.
• Mr. Randy Schroeder, our Principal-in-Charge, has more than 26 years experience as an environmental
professional; offering extensive expertise in environmental impact assessment, project planning, and
public involvement for complex and controversial projects.
• Ms. Kenda Pollio, AICP, our assistant Principal-in Charge, has more than 15 years of experience as an
environmental and planning professional and specializes in public process and public outreach services.
Ms. Pollio will be the day-to-day principal-in-charge of the project. She has extensive expertise in
preparing environmental assessments, land use planning and zoning, and socioeconomic planning.
• Mr. Gary Fink, AICP, RPA, our Project Manager, has 33 years of experience woridng on small to large-scale
subdivision and Specific Plan projects, as weU as use permit projects, during his career. He served as Project Manager
for an EIR for the above-mentioned Mesa Verde Estates Specific Plan, the Santa Fe Valley Specific Plan, the East Otay
Mesa Specific Plan, and for regional planning projects, including the San Luis Rey River Comprehensive Plan and the
Mineral Resource Management Plan. He also worked on a number of General Plan Amendment projects for the
County of San Diego, includmg the Agricultural GPA, the Mmeral Resource Management Plan GPA, and the Central
Mountain Subregional Plan GPA.
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• Mr. Kurtis Steinert, AICP, Assistant Project Manager has over 16 years of experience in environmental
planning, research, analysis, and project management. He has prepared Initial Studies, Environmental
Assessments, Negative Declarations, and EIR sections for General Plans, Specific Plans and General Plan
Amendments. Mr. Steinert was the project manager for the City of Carlsbad's Palomar Waste Transfer
Station Project. In addition to environmental documentation, he has prepared technical background report
sections for General Plan Updates and energy facilities siting studies for private sector clients and for the
Department of Defense. He has also prepared private land development constraints analysis.
• The Greystone Team has worked successfully with Federal, State, and local agencies, including the
Regional Water Quality Control Board, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Califomia Department of
Fish and Game, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Native American tribes.
• Greystone has developed and implemented an innovative procedure for conducting a public involvement
process designed to educate and engage decision-makers and the general public early in the process. This
process can incorporate public involvement, public affairs, and public relations programs, and involves
strategic training and outreach to achieve informed consent among the involved parties.
• Greystone has demonstrated the ability to maintain project quality, budget, and schedule during the course
of planning and permitting activities. Past experience has included the completion of projects on schedule
despite changes to the scope-of-work, technical requirements, or project description.
The table below shows the name and e-mail address of all team members. The organization chart for the project
team follows the Key Personnel table. Resumes for the Principal in Charge, Assistant Principal in Charge, Project
Manager, and Assistant Project Manager are included at the end of the proposal. In addition to Greystone
personnel, we have included subconsultants to assist with the preparation of this document - Ninyo & Moore to
provide assistance on the geotechnical, hydrology, and mineral resources sections, and Linscott, Law, &
Greenspan to assist in the traffic analysis. Summaries of individuals from these firms are also included in the
following table.
Table 1 - Key Personnel
Name Role/
Expertise Education Experience
Greystone Environmental Consultants, Inc.
RANDY SCHROEDER
rschroeder @ arcadi s-us. com
Principal in
Charge
M.S., Environmental
Science
B.S., Natural Resource
Management
26 years experience - Mr. Schroeder has
experience on a wide variety of environmental
projects throughout the United States. He has
developed and implemented comprehensive
strategies for ensuring environmental
compliance for individual projects as well as
for govemment and corporate policies and
programs. He has prepared Environmental
Impact Assessments (EIAs) and acquired
permits for a variety of proposed natural
resource and industrial development projects.
KENDA POLLIO, AICP
kpollio@arcadis-us.com
Assistant
Principal in
Charge
M.A., Political Science
B.S., Environmental/
Urban & Regional
Planning
15 years experience - Ms. Pollio has
conduced environmental assessments, public
participation programming, land use planning
and zoning, and visual resource assessment
for a variety of projects in the westem U.S.
and has provided socioeconomic, land use,
noise, and air assessments for more than 125
environmental studies worldwide. Ms. Pollio
is also certified with the American Institute of
Certified Planners.
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Table 1 - Key Personnel
Name Role/
Expertise Education Experience
GARY R. FINK, AICP, RPA
gfink@arcadis-us.com
Project Manager-
Cultural Resources,
Altematives,
Traffic/Circulation
B.A., Anthropology,
American Institute of
Certified Planners
(AICP)
Registered Professional
Archaeologist (RPA)
33 years experience - Mr. Fink has extensive
experience in the supervision, preparation, and review
of environmental documents pursuant to CEQA arxi
NEPA. This includes prqjaration of environmental
documents, including EIRs, EAs, NDs, and MNDs
throughout Califomia Mr. Fink has managed or
woriced on over 150 multidisciplinary environmental
projects including subdivisions, transportation-related
facilities, water and sewer lines, and comprehensive
long-range planning projects. In addition, Mr. Fink is
certified with the American Institute of Certified
Planners and an RPA witii the Register of
Professional Archaeologists.
KURTIS STEINERT, AICP
ksteinert @ arcadi s-us. com
Assistant Project
Manager-
Aesthetics,
Agriculture, Land
Use, Altematives,
TraflBc/Circulation
M.S., Environmental
Science, Urban Systems
B.S., Marine Biology
16 years experierwe - Mr. Steimert has broad
experience in die technical preparation of
NEPA/CEQA documents and extensive experience
in analysis of land use and socioeconomics. Mr.
Steinert is also certified witii tiie American Institute
of Certified Planners.
JOHN D. KEENE
jkeene@arcadis-us.com
Hydrology/Water
Quality, Public
Services/Utilities,
Other CEQA
Sections
B.A., Physics 21 years experience - Mr. Keene has prepared
and managed tiie preparation of numerous
environmental reports arxi feasibility studies for a
variety of projects; has developed permitting
sti:ategies, prepared and processed numerous permit
applications, and has helped implement
environmental compliance monitoring programs; as
a former member of tiie Califomia governor's staff,
Mr. Keene served as the state's single point of
contact for providing CEQA and pemiit assistance to
tiie public and government agencies.
LEON CRAIN, REA
lcrain@arcadis-us.com
Noise/ Hazards and
Hazardous Materials,
Geology & Soils
B.S., General
Engineering
34 years experience - Mr. Crain has extaisive
experience witii state and federal agency permitting
requirements; NEPA/CEQA and ofliCT regulatory
document production. Specific areas of expertise
include noise, hazaidous materials, traffic, woricer
safety, geology/soils, public healtii, and water quality.
JOEL REISMAN, MS
jreisman@arcadis-us.com
Air Quality, Other
CEQA Sections
M.S., Mechanical
Engineering
B.S., Mechanical
Engineering
26 years experience - Mr. Reisman has
comprehensive experience associated witii
permitting, criteria and air toxics emissions
inventories, regulatory analysis and compliance,
dispersion modeling, air quality impact studies,
environmental compliance reports, and health risk
assessments.
JULIA DUMARS
jdumars@arcadis-us.com
Environmental
Scientist, Biologist
B.S. Environmental
Resource Sciences
9 years experience - Ms. Dumars has experience
in technical preparation of CEQA documents and
Threatened and Endangered (T&E) species and
sensitive habitat surveys and investigations.
JESSICA WILTON
jwilton@arcadis-us.com
Environmental
Scientist, Biologist
Quality
Assurance/Quality
Control
B.A., Biology 5 years experience - Ms. Wilton has experiaice
in the preparation of environmental documents and
quality control /quality assurance for environmental
reports, as well as tiie public involvement process.
CAITLIN NIELSEN
cnielsen@arcadis-us.com
Production Manager A.A.S., Microsoft
Systems Engineer
9 years experience - Ms. Nielsai has experience
in preparation and distiibution of CEQA documents,
feasibility studies, and technical rqx)rts.
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Table 1 -Key Personnel
Name
GREG FARRAND
NINYO & MOORE
Role/
Expertise Education
Geology & Soils,
Hydrology, Mineral
Resources
M.S. City Planning
B. S. Geology
Experience
30 years experience - Mr. Farrand's
experience includes geologic evaluations for
pipelines, treatment plants, reservoirs, large
dams, highways, bridges, and waste disposal
facilities. Mr. Farrand is well versed in the
evaluation of fault activity, and has authored
scientific papers on the activity of the Rose
Canyon Fault Zone. He has performed
extensive field mapping, analyses of borings
and trenches, seismic refraction surveys,
remote sensing surveys, and environmental
studies. His responsibilities consist of
technical direction to the staff of geologists
and field personnel, and in-house Quality
Assurance/Quality Control review of
investigations and analyses on geologic,
hydrogeologic, and geotechnical projects.
JOHN BOARMAN
UNSCOTT, LAW, & GREENSPAN
Transportation and
Circulation
M.S., Civil Engineering 20 years experience - Mr. Boarman has prepared
tis£&c impact studies for numerous developnient
projects tiiroughout California, including commercial,
industiial, and residential developments.
All members of the Greystone team will be accessible and available to work out of the San Diego office. The Project
Manager and Assistant Project Manager will serve as a focal point for all communications and will be available for
meetings, conference calls, and other project-related activities.
Our organization chart on the following page outlines the principle individuals who will be participating in the project.
SCOPE OF WORK
upon receipt of a notice to proceed, Greystone will finalize the Proposed Project description and will prepare a Notice of
Preparation (NOP). After review by City staff, the NOP will be released for the 30-day public review and comment period
within 3 weeks in order to meet the time schedule as shown on page 12. Based on preliminary data in the Request for Proposal,
it is likely that the EIR will identify issues related to aesthetics, agricultural resources, air quality, biological resources, cultural
resources, geology/soils, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, land use planning, mineral resources,
noise, population and housing, public services, recreation, transportation/traffic, and utilities and service systems. Other
environmental issues that appear not to be significant wiU be summarized in the EIR, with rationale provided as to why no
significant effects would occur. Mandatory fmdings of significance will also be addressed.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
Review Existing Information
Greystone will collect and review information applicable to the project purpose and need, prepare the Project Description,
and gather other lcx:al and regional planning and environmental data applicable to the Proposed Project site. Greystone
understands that the City will provide copies of City and County reports, materials, maps, and data in the City's
possession relevant to preparing the EIR. Information sources will include, but are not Umited to:
• Project Description, Technical Studies (including, but not limited to, the following: site development
plan; acoustical evaluation, transportation analysis; geotechnical investigation; biological analysis;
cultural resource analysis; wetland delineation report; initial study; and, other documents related to this
specific site and surrounding properties), and aerial photography for the Proposed Project area;
• Planning documents (i.e., the City General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, City Habitat Management Plan for
City of Carlsbad, and others, as appropriate).
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• Greystone will review the existing technical reports and will provide comments regarding their technical
adequacy, completeness, and conclusions reached. Greystone will also work with the City at the early
stages of the project to identify supplemental details that will be required to ensure a complete and
accurate Project Description and supporting statement of objectives, purpose and need.
Public Scoping Meeting - Greystone will participate in one public scoping meeting designed to invite public
and agency involvement in the EIR process. For the meeting, Greystone will prepare and lead a presentation
regarding the project description, the CEQA process, and other topical materials as needed. We will also assist
the City staff in logisfical planning for the meeting. We recommend an open house format in which, following a
±20 minute presentation of the project description and CEQA process, attendees have multiple topical stations to
visit, ask questions, and submit their comments. If desired by the City, a language interpreter can be provided to
assist all interested persons in understanding the scope of the EIR and the EIR process.
Greystone will work with the City to develop the distribution list for the project and will continue to update the
list as needed throughout the course of the project. The list will be provided to the City for comment prior to the
distribution of public documentation. Greystone will track the mailings to ensure the widest delivery practicable
and will prepare a notice for the local newspaper regarding the public meeting. Greystone will also support the
City's efforts to consult with local, State, and Federal agencies, as well as special-interest groups. After the
scoping meeting, Greystone will prepare a Scoping Summary Report that describes the City's public and agency
scoping efforts. Public, agency, and interest group meetings will be described, and comments received on the
NOP and at meetings will be summarized.
Graphics - Greystone will use all existing graphic materials to prepare all maps and figures necessary to present
a clear understanding of information conveyed in the EIR. These will include basemaps, photo simulations, site
plans, habitat types, and locations of any special-status species or cultural resources. Greystone has access to
USGS topographic databases, aerial photography databases and other GIS databases from which needed baseline
data can be obtained. The maps would consist, at a minimum, of the following:
• A regional location map, which will show the project area (i.e.. City of Carlsbad) in relation to the
surrounding areas of southem Califomia;
• A topographic map or aerial photograph showing the Proposed Project site and altemative site locations
for the altematives analysis;
• Maps showing the development footprint and surrounding features;
• Maps showing hydrologic features, watersheds, and biological habitat, both with and without project features.
Maps included in the EIR will be either page size (8.5 x 11 inches) or foldout tabloid size (11 x 17 inches).
Prepare Administrative Draft EIR
Greystone will prepare an Administrative Draft EIR (ADEIR) according to the requirements of the State CEQA
Guidelines (§§15120-15132). The EIR will describe and analyze the significant environmental effects of the
project and will identify feasible mitigation measures for identified impacts. Significant adverse environmental
impacts will be determined based on defined thresholds of significance, A Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program (MMRP) will be prepared as a tool to assure implementation of all adopted measures.
The EIR will address comments received in response to the Notice of Preparation and will provide the City with
adequate information on which to base an informed decision regarding the Project. CEQA-required analyses will
include potential growth-inducing and cumulative impacts, and identification of any significant, unavoidable
adverse effects. Any new technical reports or studies required for the Proposed Project will be submitted to the
City for review during the preparation of the Administrative Draft EIR. Please refer to Project Schedule on page
12 for the EIR process.
For all topics addressed in the EIR, Greystone will identify the criteria used to determine significance, identify any significant
direct and indirect impacts that may result from the Project, recommend appropriate mitigation, and identify whether residual
inpacts remain after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures. The EIR will explain why any resource areas
were eliminated from consideration (e.g. Aesthetics/Visual Resources), as appropriate.
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Seven hard copies and one electronic copy of the ADEIR will be delivered to City staff for review. Our in-house
QA/QC procedures are designed to produce an ADEIR that is a clean document, as close to the final product as
possible. The specific resource topics to be addressed in this EIR include:
Aesthetics/Visual Resources
Agricultural Resources
Air Quality
Biological Resources
Cultural Resources
Geology & Soils
Hazardous Materials
Hydrology & Water Quality
Land Use and Planning
Mineral Resources
Noise
Population and Housing
Public Services
Recreation
Traffic and Circulation
Utilities
The Administrative draft document will comply with the requirements of the State CEQA Guidelines as identified
on the following page.
Preliminary EIR Section Contents and CEQA Guidelines Index
EIR Sections CEQA Guidelines Sections
Table of Contents 15122
Executive Summary 15123
Introduction 15120, 15121
Project Description 15124
Environmental Setting, Impacts & Mitigation 15125, 15126, 15142-15147
CEQA-Mandated Analyses 15126
Effects Found Not To Be Significant 15128
Significant Effects Which Cannot Be Avoided 15126.2(b)
Growth-Inducing Impacts 15126.2(d)
Cumulative Impacts 15130
Altematives 15126.6; 15064(d)
Mitigation Summary 15126.4
Mitigation Monitoring Plan 15097
Organizations and Persons Consulted 15129
References 15129
The Introduction and Executive Summary will provide sufficient detail to evaluate and review the environmental
impacts of the Project. These chapters will:
• Identify the project location, project boundaries, and technical, economic, and environmental
characteristics.
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• Include a brief statement describing the intended uses of the EIR, including the agencies that are expected
to use the EIR in their decision-making process.
• Itemize and briefly discuss each significant effect of the Project, as well as proposed mitigation measures
required and altematives that would reduce or avoid the impact.
• Identify the rationale for selecting the altematives to be discussed in the EIR. In addition the EIR should
also identify any altematives that were considered by the lead agency but were rejected as infeasible
during the scoping process and briefly explain the reasons underlying the lead agency's determination.
Alternatives Evaluation - As soon as feasible upon Notice to Proceed, Greystone will develop altematives in
consultation with City staff, along with the CEQA-mandated No Project altemative. We will work with City staff
to document altemative locations that were considered but rejected as infeasible or are otherwise unacceptable.
Greystone will identify the altematives and will provide the decision-makers with a clear understanding of the
impacts of the altematives and their environmental consequences. In addition to altemative density/land use mix,
Greystone will evaluate up to two altemative sites and a No Project altemative. These assessments are intended
to document the planning and selection process that led to the selection of altemative. Each altemative will also
be addressed in a matrix table in terms of technical and environmental constraints.
CEQA Required Sections
In addition to the topical areas described above, Greystone will prepare an analysis of all other sections required
by CEQA, including:
Cumulative Impacts;
Growth Inducing Impacts;
Significant Irreversible Changes and Irretrievable Commitment of Resources;
Effects Found Not to be Significant;
Unavoidable Adverse Impacts.
The State CEQA Guidelines require a discussion of growth inducement. Greystone's approach to assessing
potential growth inducing impacts will focus on the Proposed Project's purpose of serving planned growth in City
of Carlsbad area. The EIR will present a detailed evaluation of the potential for growth-inducing effects, and will
document its consistency with the City's land use and long-term development plans.
Prepare Draft EIR
Following City staff review of the ADEIR, we will modify the documents to incorporate comments of City staff, and will
submit seven hard copies and one electronic copy of the Revised ADEIR. Upon approval of the Revised ADEIR, Greystone
will prepare twenty-five (25) printed copies of the Draft EIR, a reproducible hanJ-copy master, and 30 electronic copies on CD.
Prepare Final EIR
After meeting with the City to prepare a strategy for developing responses to comments, Greystone will prepare a
Final EIR that will consist of the EIR text with revisions to the text in strikeout/underline format as needed, and
Responses to Comments. We will also prepare a Resolution, a Findings of Fact, and a Statement of Overriding
Considerations, if needed. As the Final EIR is being prepared, Greystone will submit completed sections to the
City for final review and approval. Greystone will deliver forty (40) printed copies of the Final EIR, a
reproducible hard-copy master, an electronic copy of on a CD. We will also prepare and submit twenty-five (25)
printed copies of the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, a reproducible hard copy master, and an
electronic copy on a CD. The MMRP will list all mitigation measures contained in the EIR and will detail timing
for implementation, the responsible party, and procedures for implementation and verification.
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MEETINGS
Kickoff Meeting - A project team kickoff meeting will be held with the City as soon as possible following
authorization to proceed. Greystone and the City will confirm project description details, review available
information and baseline conditions, and discuss technical approach, schedule, and other project coordination
elements. This meeting could be combined with a field tour to view the project site and surrounding areas, plan
any field investigations, take baseline photographs for the visual simulations, and identify nearby sensitive receptors.
Project Meetings - Greystone's Principal-in-Charge or Assistant Principal-in-Charge and Project Manager will
meet and coordinate with the City throughout the project to review project documents, address comments, provide
progress updates, and strategize subsequent actions.
Public Meetings - Greystone will be available to attend up to four public meetings, including two Planning Commission
Hearings and two City Council Meetings. For the meetings, Greystone will prepare and participate in delivering a presentation to
the Planning Commissioners/City Council regarding the project description, the CEQA process, and the conclusions of the Final
EIR. We will also provide all presentation graphics.
TECHNICAL APPROACH
The following subsections address the resources areas that we believe will be most important in the EIR, and they
include a brief summary of our approach.
Aesthetics - Development of the property will change the visual appearance of the area. Althou^ the City has not adopted a
view preservation ordinance, a conparison of the existing view and view with the proposed project will be provided. Greystone
will provide at least three (3) visual simulations of the project site as seen fiom Carlsbad Boulevard, the railroad ri^t-of-way, and
Ponto Drive. Visual simulations will include existing conditions, the proposed graded pads, and he graded pads with maximum
building heights depicted. Greystone will develop significance criteria related to aesthetic and visual impacts in conjunction with
City staff. If it is found that potential significant inpacts could result from the build-out of the property, Greystone will identify the
impacts and recommend mitigation measures.
Agricultural Resources - Although the site is disturbed and no agricultural activities have occurred on the propeity for over
20 years, Greystone will describe the project site's existing agricultural setting and will analyze the agricultural quality of the site as
it relates to state and local agricultural resources and categories of farmland. CJreystone will develop agricultural significance
criteria, identify potentially significant inpacts, and recommend mitigation measures for agricultural inpacts, if needed.
Air Quality - The San Diego Air Basin is classified as a "severe" non-attainment area for federal and state ozone standards, and
also exceeds the state standard for airborne particulate matter. Air quality inpacts resulting fiom the project would include
emissions that occur during project constmction as well as operational emissions. Greystone will discuss existing conditions on-
site, including a summary of required emissions data, and will calculate potential air quality inpacts based on modeling of ambient
air quality data and projected emissions fiom the proposed use of the site. Emissions fiom vehicular and mobUe sources will be
analyzed during grading and constmction of the site, and conpliance with relevant federal and state air quality attainment plans will
be discussed. Greystone will prepare an Air Quality Site Assessment of the proposed project site that will analyze inpacts, both
during constmction and operation of the project. Mitigation measures, as may be needed, will also be addressed.
Biological Resources - Greystone Environmental will review the biological analysis conducted by others on the property.
Greystone will also:
• Describe the existing biological setting of the proposed project site and conduct a third-party review of the Existing
Biological Conditions Report and Wetland Delineation Report prepared by others. Greystone will evaluate the
methodologies and conclusions used in the reports to determine if there arc any deficiencies in the methodologies used
or the conclusions reached. If no deficiencies arc found, Grcystone will incorporate the findings of the rcview into the
text of the EIR. Since existing conditions studies werc conducted, Grcystone will then complete the biological impact
analysis and recommend mitigation measurcs, as needed, to alleviate impacts to biological rcsources.
• Evaluate the project for consistency with the City of Carlsbad's Habitat Managen^nt Plan. ^ ARCADIS
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• Identify any additional impacts to open space or habitat, including direct impacts from the development, as well as
indirect impacts from the proposed trail system and potential trail users.
• Identify the criteria used to determine significant impacts to biological rcsources, including direct and indirect impacts,
and provide recommendations for mitigation measurcs as needed.
Cultural Resources - (jrcystone will rcview the cultural rcsource analysis conducted on the property by others. Grcystone's
cultural rcsource staff includes an individual certified with the Register of Professional Archaeologists with extensive experience in
San Diego Coimty archaeology. In addition, Grcystone will:
• Describe the existing cultural resource setting of the proposed project site and conduct a third-party rcview of the Cultural
Resources Constraints Study performed by others. Grcystone will evaluate the methodologies and conclusions used in the
rcport to determine if therc arc any deficiencies in the methodologies used or conclusions reached. If no deficiencies arc
found, Grcystone will incorporate the fmdings of the rcview into the text of the EIR. If deficiencies arc found, Grcystone
will conduct additional analysis as needed. Grcystone will also evaluate the need for additional testing prcviously
recommended to determine the need to include this as a mitigation measurc in the Environmental Inpact Report.
• All field woik, research, rcport prcparation, and determinations of significance shall be in accordance with the City of
Carlsbad's Cultural Resource Guidelines.
• Grcystone will identify the criteria to be used to determine significant inpacts to cultural resources, including direct and
indirect inpacts, and provide recommendations for mitigation measurcs as needed.
Geology & Soils - Grcystone, in association with Ninyo & Moorc, will rcview the geotechnical constraints and opportunities
rcport prcpared by others on the property. In addition, we will:
• Describe the existing geological setting of the proposed project site and conduct a third-party rcview of the Geotechnical
Study performed by others. Ninyo & Moorc will evaluate the methodologies and conclusions used in the rcport to
determine if therc arc any deficiencies in the methodologies used or conclusions reached. If no deficiencies arc foimd,
Ninyo & Moorc and Grcystone will incorporate the findings of the rcview into the text of the EIR. If deficiencies arc
found, Ninyo and Moorc will conduct additional analysis as needed.
• Evaluate the rcport in rcgard to imstable soils, rcmedial earthwork, landslides, rocky soils, fault mpturc, seismic ground
shaking, subsidence, settlement, surcharging, liquefaction, proposed slope stability, and groimdwater impacts. Ninyo &
Moorc, subconsultants to Grcystone, will provide this analysis and Grcystone will incorporate the information into the
Environmental Inpact Report.
• Ninyo & Moorc will also conduct an analysis of groundwater and the potential for groundwater inpacts to the proposed
project roads and stmcturcs.
• (jrcystone will identify the criteria to be used to determine significant impacts to geotechnical resources, including direct
and indirect inpacts and provide recommendations for mitigation measurcs as needed.
Mitigation measurcs associated with geological hazards will be provided in the EIR, if required.
Hazardous Materials - The proposed project site has the potential to be impacted by several differcnt hazards due to its use
as former agricultural land and existing facilities that arc located on the propeity. A Riase I Environmental Site Assessment has not
been conducted on the property. As a result, Greystone will:
• The need to conplete a Riase I Environmaital Site Assessmait (ESA) will be cmducted by Greystcxie's Registaed
Envinxmiental Assesses (REA). ff needed, Grcystcxie will conplete the assessmait to ddmnine the pes^ice of hazardous
materials ai the pxposed poject site. Howevr, past use of the site fcr agricultural purposes would not necessarily idaitify the
need to oxxiuct a Phase I ESA because of the low level of contaminants tiiat would be expected at the site.
• Incorporate the findings of the Hiase I ESA into the Environmental Impact Report.
• Evaluate the potential fex aiiport overfli^t trom Palomar Aiipcxt and hi^ pessurc gas fiiel line hazards associated with the
{Mojectsite.
• Identify the criteria to be used to determine significant inpacts to hazards and hazardous materials, including direct and
indirect inpacts, and provide recommendations for mitigation measurcs as needed.
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Proposal - Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project Environmental Impact Report
Hydrology & Water Quality - A hydrological analysis has not been conducted at die proposed project site. Based on
statements in tiie RFP, Grcystone and Ninyo & Moorc will use available data to describe tiie hydrological setting of the project site
and general drainage characteristics. Increased nmoflf from iirpervious surfaces to be created at the site could increase stormwater
nmoff and increase the amount of urban pollutants that could afiect on-site or off-site properties. Grcystone will:
Describe the hydrological setting and existing water quality based on available Regional Water Quality Control Board
data for the project site.
Evaluate the proposed drainage systems to ensurc adequacy in tfie rates of discharge fiom the site.
Evaluate the degree to which the proposed project would alter existing drainage pattems to determine the level of impact.
Recommend appropriate mitigation measurcs to reduce erosion potential offsite.
Analyze and evaluate tiie potential impacts to Batiquitos Lagoon and ti^ Pacific Ocean to ensure tiiat all pollutants of
concem are identified and appropriate BMPs are included to address tfiese inpacts.
Identify the criteria to be used to determine significant inpacts to hydrology and water quality, including direct and
indirect impacts, and provide recommendations for mitigation measures as needed.
Land Use and Planning - Greystone will conduct the land use and planning analysis for tiie proposed project site. This
will include a description of the environmental setting of the project, both on-site and off-site as well as adjacent land uses in tfie
vicinity of the site. In addition, Greystone will:
• Discuss inconsistencies between tiie proposed project and the City's General Plan, Local Coastal Program, zoning, and
any other applicable plans that may be affected by tiie proposed project.
• Conduct a detailed project rcview to confirm conpliance with the City's ordinances and policies, including but not limited
to tfie following: tiie Carlsbad Habitat Management Plan, tiie City Zoning Ordinance, tiie Growtii Management chapter of
the Zoning Ordinance, the McClelland Palomar Airport Comprchensive Land Use Plan, tiie Landscape Manual, the Open
Space and Conservation Resource Management Plan, the Local Coastal Program, and tiie Poinsettia Properties Specific
Plan.
• Analyze land use conpatibility between the proposed project and surrounduig land uses, botfi existing and proposed.
• Identify the criteria to be used to determine significant impacts to land use and planning, including direct and indirect
impacts, and provide recommendations for mitigation measures as needed.
Mineral Resources - Grcystone and Ninyo & Moorc will rcview the prcvious work related to mineral rcsources conducted
on the site by otiiers. In addition, Ninyo & Moorc will:
• Identify any known valuable mineral resource on the site and analyze project-rclated impacts that could occur from tfie
proposed development.
• Describe the existing mineral rcsource setting of the proposed project site and conduct a third-party rcview of the
Geotechnical studies performed by otfiers. We will evaluate the metiiodologies and conclusions used in the rcport to
determine if therc arc any deficiencies in the metiiodologies used or conclusions reached. If no deficiencies arc found,
Ninyo & Moorc and Grcystone will incorporate the findings of the rcview into the text of the EIR. ff deficiencies arc
found, Ninyo & Moorc will conduct additional analysis as needed.
• Identify the criteria to be used to determine significant inpacts to mineral resources, including direct and indirect inpacts,
and provide recommendations for mitigation measurcs as needed.
Noise - (jrcystone will rcview prcvious work rclated to noise inpacts fiom the adjacent Carlsbad Boulevard and tfie raihioad
prcpared by others. In addition, Grcystone will:
• Conduct a third-party rcview of the acoustical analysis prcpared by otiiers. (jrcystone will evaluate tiie methodologies and
conclusions reached in the rcport to determine if therc arc deficiencies in the methodologies uses or conclusions reached,
ff no deficiencies arc found, Grcystone will incorporate the findings of the rcview into the text of the EIR. ff deficiencies
arc found, Grcystone will conduct additional analysis as needed.
• Review tiie Noise Element of tfie City of Carlsbad General Plan and tfie City of Carlsbad Noise Guidelines to assurc that
any proposed rnitigation nieasurcs do not conflict witii adopted poUcies and guiddii^s. 0 ARCADIS
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Proposal - Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project Environmental Impact Report
• Evaluate both constmction and operation-level noise inpacts.
• Identify the criteria to be used to determine significant impacts ftom on-site or off-site noise, including direct and indircct
impacts, and provide recommendations for mitigation measures as needed.
Population and Housing - (jrcystone wiUconparc tfie proposed project to the City's (jeneral Plan, Locd
and Zone 22 Local FaciUties Management Plan to determine tfie potential for growtfi inducement fiom the projecL Growtfi
inducement potential wiU be examined to determine whether growtfi would be direct or indirect The analysis wiU include an
evaluation of pubUc utiUties and the inpact of tiie project upon utiUties, and also whetiier tfie project would displace a substantial
number of existing housing units or people, (jrcystone wiU also identify the criteria to be used to determine if tfierc arc significant
growtfi inducing inpacts, including direct and indirect inpacts, and wUl provide recommendations for mitigation measurcs as needed.
Public Services - (jrcystone wiU describe the project setting and determine the demands of tfie project on firc protection,
poUce protection, schools, parks, and other pubUc faciUties, including govemmental facUities. Grcystone wUl contact tiie service
providers to obtain information about tfie abUity of tiie agencies to provide tiiese services as tiiey rclate to the proposed project site.
The impacts of the proposed project wiU be analyzed to determine tf the project would interferc with existing plans. Ui addition,
Grcystone wiU identify tfie criteria used to determine significant impacts to pubUc services, including direct and indirect impacts,
and wUl provide recommendations for mitigation measurcs as needed.
Recreation - The inpacts of tiie proposed project upon recreation wUl be analyzed and conpared against Zone 22 LFMP.
This wiU include a description of the project setting and a discussion of the recreational demands of the entirc project areas. The
abUity of service-providing agencies to meet the demands of the proposed project wUl also be assessed, and the inpacts of
recreation wUl be analyzed against tiie Zone 22 LFMP. FmaUy, Grcystone wiU identify the criteria used to detemiine signtficant
inpacts to recreational needs of tiie area, includmg an analysis of direct and indirect inpacts, and wUl provide recommendations for
mitigation measurcs tf needed.
Traffic and Circulation - Linscott, Law, and Greenspan (LLG) wUl rcview prcvious tiiaffic rcports prcpared by otiiers to
detemiine tt^ic-rclated inpacts firom the proposed project. LLG wiU:
• Cbnduct a third party rcview of prcvious ttansportation inpact analyses performed for tfie proposed project site by otfiers.
LLG wiU evaluate tfie metfiodologies and conclusions reached in tfie rcport to detemiine tf tfierc arc deficiencies in the
metfiodologies uses or conclusiais reached, ff no deficiencies are found, LLG wUl inccsporate tiie findings of tfie rcview into
tfie text of tfie EIR. ff deficiencies arc found, LLG wUl conduct additional analysis as needed on a time and materials basis.
• Ul addition, LLG wiU rcview comments and letters rclated to the City CouncU hearing on the project and addrcss traffic
Unpact issues in the EIR.
• The rcview wUl be based on conformance with tfie City's Growtfi Managment Program and SANTEC guideUnes.
Areas that wUl be specificaUy analyzed include:
Existing Cbnditions
Trip Generation
Trip Distribution
Level of Servrce CMculations
Cumulative Analysis
Access/Pedesttians/Bicycles/Raiking
The rcview wUl spectficaUy assess the determmation of signUicant mpacts and recommended mitigation measures to ensurc tiiese
inportant areas of tiie study arc properly identified. The rcmamder of the items identified in tfie City's RFP wUl be evaluated and
discussed, (jrcystone wUl summarize the rcsults of tfie LLG rcview and incorporate aU ti^c data into tiie body of tiie EIR,
including any supplemental gr^hics that may be needed.
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Utilities - Grcystone wUl describe the project setting and determme the demands of the proposed project on wastewater, water
facUities, stormwater/drama^ faciUties, and soUd waste facUities. This wUl include contact witfi aU rclevant service providmg
agencies to determme if tfiey can meet the demand needed for the proposed project, and an analysis of inpacts upon each service-
provider. Ul addition, Grcystone wUl identify the criteria to determine significant inpacts to utUities and service systems, mcluding
an analysis of dircct and indirect impacts, and wUl provide recommendations for mitigation measures tf needed.
SCHEDULE AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
The proposed schedule to complete the Initial Study and EIR for the C!arlsbad HUton Resort project is presented on page 14.
Based on a startmg date of Febmary 20,2006, we anticipate that the EIR would be completed and certified by the Carlsbad City
CouncU in February of 2007. To conplete the preparation of the EIR Greystone wUl conduct aU necessary management,
admmistration, and coordination to successfuUy complete the necessary documents. Project Management and C^uaUty Control
wiU be achieved through tiie foUowing activities:
Project Management - Greystone's Project Manager, Gary Fink, and Assistant Project Manager, Kurtis Stemert, AICP,
wiU oversee and coordmate aU project tasks, mcluding project team and staff coordination, schedule and budget tracking, quaUty
control and monthly invoicmg. Mr. Fmk wUl provide oversight of aU project management and documentation activities, and
wiU attend key meetings and hearings.
Effective Internal and External Communications - Proactive communication between aU parties, mcludmg
Grcystone, the City, and the rcsource agencies, wUl ensurc effective execution of the Project. Grcystone wUl lead this
communication process to ensurc consistent management and uiplementation of tiie City's goals. Grcystone wUl woric as the
City's rcpresentative and advocate when deaUng with rcgulatory agencies. Greystone maUitains exceUent workmg relationships
with all key staff at the rcgulatory agencies that may have jurisdiction over the proposed Project.
Extension of City Staff - We understand that our role wUl be to fiinction as an extension of tiie City's staff. This role wiU
be accompUshed through rcgular communication and involvement with City staff to ensurc that project objectives arc achieved
and that requircments arc met.
Public and Regulatory Agency Meetings - Grcystone's management team wUl attend aU pubUc meetings and
rcgulatory/rcsource agency meetmgs and eitiier prcparc or assist the City's staff with tiie prcparation of presentations, project
negotiations and meetmg documentation. Assistance wUl include prcparing meetmg notices, meetmg agendas, prcsentations,
and meeting minutes, as weU as prcparing rcsponses to issues raised at pubUc meetings.
Budget and Schedule Tracking - (Central to management of costs is tfie development of an accurate budget that is
coordinated witfi a specific schedule. Grcystone has estabUshed a schedule witfi tfie goal to control costs and ensurc quaUty control.
The proposed bud^t, mcluded as a separate attachment, breaks out cost into labor cost and otfier direct costs, such as suppUes and
printing costs. Accoimts wiU be set up to retrieve and categorize aU costs to track costs consistent with ^proved budgets.
All personnel who woric on the project wUl be required to rcport time expenditurc on a weekly basis. Grcystone wUl use our
financial accounting and tracking system in order to ensurc tiiat we rcmain withm the cost and hour Umits per task as provided in
our budget estimate. Fmancial rcports wUl be produced monthly, as requUed by the RFP, for progress rcview, analysis, and
fmancial control, and wUl be accompanied by the formal Monthly Progrcss Report.
Trip expense rcports wiU be required of each team member and attached receipts wUl verify expenses. Other expense items wiU
be rcviewed and approved by the Project Manager beforc fimds arc committed. Grcystone wiU provide the City with estimated
and actual expenditurcs on a monthly schedule. The Project Manager will rcgularly comparc the percentage of budget spent
versus the percentage of work completed to identUy cost or the need to shift staffing or other rcsources to meet the requued
schedule and budget.
Quality Assurance/Quality Control - AU of Grcystone's products and deUverables wUl undergo multi-faceted QA/QC
rcview. Our rcview process consists of technical review for accuracy, senior management rcview for compUance with task
requircments and completeness, and editorial rcview for readabiUty, format consistency, and overaU presentation. A vital
component of our quaUty assurance procedurc is to "scope out" major deUverables upon mitiation of tasks and beforc significant
work is started. This approach involves the quaUty rcview team at key points throughout the process to ensurc technical and
legal compliance as weU as high-quaUty final products. .
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Carlsbad Hilton Resort Project EIR
ID I Task Name Duration Start Finish Feb '06 I Mar '06 Apr '06 May'06 ! Jun'06 I Jul'06 I Aug'06 I Sep'06 I Oct'06 I Nov'06 I Dec'06 I Jan'07 I Feb'07
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Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project 261 days Mon 2/20/06 Mon 2/19/07
Task 1 - Project Kickoff and Management 11 days Mon 2/20/06
Notice to Proceed 1 day Mon 2/20/06
Kicl<-off Meeting & Field Visit 1 day Tue 2/21/06
Prepare and Finalize Project Description 5 days Wed 2/22/06
Review Existing Information and Technical Studies
Task 2 - Scoping/Public Involvement
10 days Tue 2/21/06
26 days Wed 3/1/06
Prepare NOP 2 days Wed 3/1/06
City Review of NOP 2 days Fri 3/3/06
Submit NOP to SCH for 30 day Public Review and Comment 22 days Tue 3/7/06
Strategy Development 5 days Tue 3/7/06
Public Scoping Meeting 1 day Thu 3/16/06
Task 3 - Prepare Administrative Draft EIR & Draft MMRP 80 days Wed 3/1/06
Prepare Administrative Draft EIR 70 days Wed 3/1/06
City Review of Administrative Draft EIR 10 days Wed 6/7/06
Task 4 - Prepare Draft EIR 44 days Wed 6/21/06
Revise and Prepare Draft EIR 10 days Wed 6/21/06
Release DEIR for 45-day Public Review 34 days Wed 7/5/06
Submit NOC and NOA to SCH for 45 day Public Review and Comment 1 day Wed 7/5/06
Task 5 - Prepare Formal Responses to Comments 15 days Tue 8/22/06
Prepare Responses to Comments 10 days Tue 8/22/06
City Review of Responses to Comments 5 days Tue 9/5/06
Task 6 - Prepare Final EIR and Responses to Comments 115 days Tue 9/12/06
Prepare Administrative Final EIR 20 days Tue 9/12/06
City Review of Administrative Final EIR 10 days Tue 10/10/06
Revise and Prepare Final EIR and Responses to Comments 10 days Tue 10/24/06
Submit Final EIR and Responses to Comments to City 1 day Tue 11/7/06
Send Notification of Public Hearing 1 day Wed 11/8/06
Send Responses to Comments to Commentors 1 day Wed 11/8/06
Submit NOD to SCH 1 day Mon 2/19/07
Task 7 - Meetings and Hearings 30 days Mon 1/8/07
Public Meeting to Comment on Draft EIR 1 day Mon 1/8/07
Planning Commission Meeting 1 1 day Mon 1/15/07
Planning Commission Meeting 2 1 day Mon 1/29/07
City Council Meeting 1 1 day Fri 2/9/07
City Council Meeting 2 1 day Fri 2/16/07
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Date: January 16, 2006
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Proposal - Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project Environmental Impact Report
Monthly Progress Meetings and Reports - Grcystone wUl attend aU requued meetmgs with tfie City as outimed in
the City's Scope of Woric. (jrcystone wiU also attend other meetings that may be reqmred to address project issues that arise
during tfie course of the envkonmental rcview phase of the project. The Assistant Project Manager wiU prcparc meeting notices,
agendas, and subsequent meeting minutes that highlight aU agreements and technical decisions as weU as any technical or
administrative guidance provided by tiie City. Grcystone wUl also prcparc a summary of activities during tiie prcvious month,
upcommg events, an updated schedule of mspections, deUverable due dates, cost, and status of mvoiced charges, and deviations
firom planned status as needed. A draft of meeting minutes wUl be provided to the City withm 3 days of the meeting. Following
tiie City's rcview, the Assistant Project Manager wUl fmalize tiie mmutes and distribute them to tiie project team.
GIS / Mapping Support Capability - Given tfie nattirc of tfie Proposed Project site, it is assumed tiiat mapping support for
tilis Project wUl be needed for tiie EIR. Grcystone mamtains extensive technical expertise witfi respect to mappmg abUities, which
can be used to monitor activity in sensitive areas (wetlands, habitat, ete.) in tiie vicimty of the proposed Project site and surroundmg
areas, ff GIS products arc wananted for tiiis Project, (jrcystone wUl coordinate development of tiiese products to ensurc deUvery of
high quaUty products to tiie City with a special enphasis placed on consistency, corrpatibUity, and quaUty control.
RELATED EXPERIENCE AND REFERENCES
PALOMAR TRANSFER STATION EIR - City ofCarlsbad
Grcystone prcpared an EIR for expansion of tfie Palomar Transfer Station, a soUd waste handling facUity in tfie City of Clarlsbad. Ui
addition to expanding tiie physical operation, tfie hours of operation of tfie facUity were expanded. The Palomar Transfer Station
has been in continuous operation since 1977. Because of tfie recent closure of several landfUls in tfie region, tfie applicant proposed
to expand the existing operation to handle an increased volume of soUd waste. Greystone reviewed tfie design of tiie proposed
expansion areas and prepared tiie project description. The EIR was prepared to address project-spectfic issues, such as water quaUty
and hydrologic impacts, from increased impervious surfaces, mpacts on down gradient aquatic habitat and water quality, aU quality
firom expanded operations fiom solid waste handling and additional tiuck tiips, consttuction of the expanded facUity and storage
areas, analysis of constmction-related dust, traffic, noise, and air-emissions inpacts firom constmction site activities, tmcking of
removed material and new concrete, on-site wetiand impacts, and hazardous materials risks. The Fmal EIR was approved and
certified by tfie City of Carlsbad m February 2005.
GRAND CENTRAL WASTE TRANSFER STATION EIR - City of Pomona
Grcystone recently prcpared an EIR for the Grand Centt^al Waste Transfer Station project, located m tiie City of Pomona. The
project involves the developmenf of a municipal soUd waste tiansfer station on a 14.5-acrc vacant site. The Proposed Project would
process up to 1,500 tons per day of municipal solid waste. The key environmental issues for tiiis EIR include aestiietics, air
quaUty/odor, noise, pubUc healtfi and safety/hazardous materials, and traffic and circulation. Project is in progress witii expected
completion date tiie Spring of2006.
MESA VERDE ESTATES SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT EIR - City of Calimesa
Grcystone recently conpleted tfie draft EIR for tiie Mesa Verde Estates Specific Plan Amendment project, located in the City of
Calimesa. The project involves the planned development of approximately 3,450 rcsidential dweUmg units, 7 acrcs of commercial
uses, 3-school sites, 490 acrcs of open space and recreational areas, and roadway and drcuiation inprovements on 1,490 acres. The
key envuonmental issues for tfiis EIR include ti:affic and circulation, aU quaUty, ^logy and soUs, biological resources and public
services and utUities. A comprchensive agency and pubUc involvement program was developed for tfiis project because of its size,
naturc, and location. The project is in progress with an expected conpletion date of Spring 2006.
COLORADO RIVER 500 SPECIFIC PLAN MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION - City of BIythe
Grcystone prcpared tfie Mitigated Negative Declaration for tfie Colorado River 500 (CR-500) Spectfic Plan tiiat encompasses
^poxUnately 344 acres of land alcxig tiie Cblaado Riva- in tiie City of Blytiie, CaUfcMnia. The Specific Han designates tfie land fcM"
commacial, residoitial, and (pen space uses. The jxoject would caisist of ajpoximately 258 single-famUy residential units, tiie majaity
of which wiU be inccxpcxated into a lake-system develq)maiL It would also include 1,000 upscale RV spaces, a large commenrial
conpment, and afpoximately 100 acres of habitat presage, conplete witii pedestrian patiiways and habitat viewing areas.
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GREYSTONE
Proposal - Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project Environmental Impact Report
EASTERN GATEWAY RETAIL CENTER EIR - City of BIythe
(ieystcMie was responsible fw jxqjaring an Envircximaital Inpact Rqxxt fex: a Wal-Mart Supercenter develq)mait poject located in tiie
City of Blytiie alcxig tiie Uitastate 10 axridcr. Key oivirMimaital issues fcH* tiie poject inchided ttafific and circulatioi, hydrology and
drainage, pubUc utiUties and socioecoiomic effects. This poject required extaisive pubUc outreach and involvemait effots and rcgulatoy
agaicy cocxdinaticxi witii tiie CaUfcania Departmait of Transpotaticxi, State HisUaic PresCTvatioi OfiBce, Regional Wata- QuaUty Ccaitrol
Board, and tiie Riverside County Depaitment of Environmental Healtii. The EIR is currentiy being updated witii rclease for public rcview
anticipated in tiie Sping of2006.
UNITED ROCK PRODUCTS MINE OPERATIONS AND RECLAMATION PLAN EIR - City of Irwindale
(jrcystme jxeparsd an EIR fcr tiie prcposed amaidmait to Conditioial Use Permits (CUPs) fcr tiie United Rock Quarry to allow
increased mining deptiis and to extmd tiie duratioi of mining activities in Quarries 2 and 3. The Prcposed Project inchided (1) the
coitinued mining qjoatiois at botii C^iarries No. 2 and 3; (2) modified reclamatioi plans to inchide backfiUing tiie quarries in a mann^
tiiat would aUow fo futiire land use coisistait witii tiie City's intaided Post-Reclamation land use designations as outiined in tiieir draft
(joioal Han fo tiie quarries following tiie cessatioi of mining opoatiois and conpletioi of reclamatioi; and (3) post-reclamation land
uses and firturc develq)menL Hie pimaiy envircsunental issues associated witii tiie jxoject inchided air quaUty, geology and soUs,
hydrology and drainage, land use, noise, pubUc healtii and safety/hazardous matoials, pubUc services and utiUties, and ttaflfic/circulaticm.
These resources woe mitigated to less tiian signUicant levels. A mitigatioi-moiitoing plan was also conpiled fo tiiis ProjecL
RNAL HABFTAT CONSERVATION PLAN/NATURAL COMMUNFTIES CONSERVATION PLAN - Gty of Oceanside
(ieystoie assisted in tiie develcpment of tfie Draft Final Habitat Coisovatioi Han/Nattnal Communities Comvation Han
(HCP/NCCP) fo tiie City of Oceanside in 2004. Pt^)aration of tfie HCP involved tiie pieparatioi of a conpdioisive habitat
coisCTvation planning paocess tiiat addressed miltiple species' needs and tiie pesCTvatioi of native veg^oi communities. The
Oceanside Subarea Habitat CoisoYatioi Plan/Natural Communities Coiservatioi Plan corrpehensively addressed how tiie City of
Ooeanskie would coiserve nattiral biotic communities and soisitive plant and wUdUfe species pursuant to tiie ClaUfcxnia Natural
Community Conservation Harming (NCCP) Act of 1991 and tiie CMfonia and U.S. Endang^ed Species Acts (CESA and ESA).
REFERENCES
Contact: Ms. Elaine Blackbum, AICP, Senior Planner Client: City of Carlsbad
Address: 1635 Faraday Avenue Carisbad, Califomia 92008 Phone: (760) 602-4621
Project: Environmental Impact Report for the Palomar Waste Transfer Station
Contact: Mr. Fred Galante, Esq., City Attomey for Irwindale Client: Aleshire & Wynder, LLP
Address: 18881 Von Kannan Avenue Tower 17, Suite 400 Uvme, CA 92612 Phone: (949) 223-1170 x210
Project: Environmental Impact Report for the United Rock Products MUie Operations and Reclamation Plan
Contact: Ms. Jennifer Wellman, Planning Director Client: City of BIythe
Address: 235 North Broadway, BIythe, California 92225 Phone: (760) 922-6130
Project: Eastem Gateway Retail Center EIR
Contact: Mr. Jerry Hittieman, Principal Planner Client: City of Oceanside
Address: 300 North Coast Highway Oceanside, Califomia 92054 Phone: (760) 435-3535
Project: Final Habitat Conservation Plan/Natural Communities Conservation Plan
BUDGET
The cost estimate spreadsheet has been prcpared to show the tasks, personnel, anticipated number of homs for each task, and
cost per task. The geology & soUs, hydrology, and mmeral resources work to be conducted by Ninyo & Moore and the
traffic analysis to be conducted by Lmscott, Law, and Greenspan are shown as a total project cost. The cost estimate is
provided with this proposal under separate cover and m a sealed envelope.
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RANDY SCHROEDER
Project Position
Principal-in-Charge
Degree
M.S., Environmental Science
B.S., Natural Resource Management
Mr. Schroeder has experience on a wide variety of environmental
projects throughout the United States. He has developed and
implemented comprehensive strategies for ensuring environmental
compliance for individual projects as well as for govemment and
corporate policies and programs. He has prepared Environmental
Impact Assessments (EIAs) and acquired permits for a variety of
proposed natural resource and industrial development projects. Mr.
Schroeder has also performed environmental audits of existing
properties and facilities to determine the status of compliance and the potential for environmental liabilities.
He has managed numerous public and interagency involvement processes and has successfully negotiated and
resolved environmental disputes through use of his knowledge of technical issues, environmental regulations, and
managed necessary processes and procedures.
Mr. Schroeder has provided environmental planning assistance on many different types of projects. In this work,
he has helped incorporate environmental considerations and regulatory requirements into plans and designs for
projects and programs that allow them to be successfully implemented.
As part of project planning, he has conducted feasibility studies and fatal flaw analyses for several projects. He
evaluated project plans, conducted permitting analyses to determine which approvals would be necessary, and
conducted site reconnaissance to observe field conditions. His focus during feasibility studies is to identify any
environmental or regulatory fatal flaws that would preclude or hinder the permitting of a potential project.
He also has developed detailed permitting strategies for a variety of projects. He has consulted with the involved
regulatory authorities, identified the technical and scheduling requirements of the various permits and approvals,
developed study plans to collect the needed information, and prepared the needed applications. Mr. Schroeder has
also identified opportunities for modifying a project proposal to avoid unnecessary permitting requirements.
He has also conducted many siting studies and routing studies for projects to identify the best location for them.
He identified environmental constraints and opportunities and categorized constraints as those that would
eliminate the possibility of the project and those where the project would be feasible but would affect the amount
of time and money necessary to perniit it. As a result, he developed detailed project altematives while identifying
the reasons for their inclusion or exclusion from consideration.
Mr. Schroeder has also developed and implemented public and stakeholder involvement plans to solicit input
from the public, agencies, and other interested groups. He has facilitated many hearings, workshops, and informal
meetings and has developed newsletters and press releases designed to keep people informed. He has incorporated
the input received into project modifications or mitigation.
He has also developed and conducted environmental training senrdnars covering a broad range of topics. In
addition, he has developed environmental manuals and checklists to be used to implement environmental
programs and compliance. These programs have been tailored to the specific needs of the individual client.
City ofCarlsbad -Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project JBPJPI^H^bMKMJttiiAliil
L. KENDA POLLIO
Project Position
Assistant Principal-in-Charge
Degree
M.A., Political Science -
Intemationai Environmental Policy
B.S., Environmental/Urban &
Regional Planning
Ms. Pollio is the General Manager of Greystone's Arizona office as
well as a Senior Environmental Planner and Project Manager
specializing in linear corridor and right-of-way assessment, siting,
acquisition, permitting, easements, and govemment compliance. She
has conducted environmental assessments, public participation
programming, land use planning and zoning, and socioeconomic
planning. She has obtained federal, state, and local approvals for a
variety of projects. She is familiar with local govemment zoning
processes, state regulatory requirements throughout the United States,
and federal compliance requirements for EISs, EAs, and ERPs that
have been for FERC, BLM, USDA Forest Service, BOR, BIA and
COE. She also has specialized in noise and air analysis for a variety of linear corridor projects. For these projects,
Ms. Pollio has served in the capacities of technical lead, technical writer, editor, project coordinator, and project
manager.
Ms. Pollio has extensive expertise siting and permitting linear transmission line projects. She has managed and
provided planning support for electric transmission line siting, transmission upgrades and rebuilds, as well as
substation siting and permitting. She has coordinated permitting efforts with federal, state, and local agencies for
transmission lines ranging from 69kV to 500kV.
She has provided socioeconomic, land use, noise and air assessments for more than 125 environmental studies
worldwide. Specifically, she has conducted impact evaluations, siting, and permitting for more than 50 linear
corridor projects worldwide. She has developed and facilitated more than 200 public participation programs
around the world.
Ms. Pollio has developed Public Participation Programs and facilitated public consultation processes, public
workshops and meetings both intemationally and domestically. Public Participation Programs have included
development of public outreach programs, stakeholder identification and coordination, NGO and elected official
coordination, environmental education, development and publication of newsletters, interface with media and
neighbors. Specifically she has developed, facilitated or participated in over 200 public workshops or meetings
throughout the U.S. She specializes in developing public involvement programs for transmission projects.
SPECIALTIES
Environmental Planning
Environmental Impact Assessment
Permitting Strategy
Public Involvement
Local Government Compliance
Environmental Planning
Socioeconomics
Visual Resources
Recreational Planning
Intemationai Projects
CERTIFICATIONS/AFFILIATIONS
• AICP American Institute of Certified Planners
• ESRI Environmental System Research Institute
• Certificate for Arclnfo GIS
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GREYS I OM
GARY R. FINK
Gary R. Fink has over 30 years' experience in the supervision, preparation, and
review of environmental documents pursuant to the Califomia Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This
includes staff coordination and preparation of environmental documents,
including EIRs, EAs, NDs, and MNDs throughout Califomia. Mr. Fink's
responsibilities include project management, contract administration, consultant
management, entitlement processing, and quality control and quality assurance
for all projects.
Proiect Position
Project Manager
Degree
B.A., Anthropology
(Archaeology emphasis)
Mr. Fink has managed or worked on over 150 multidisciplinary environmental projects for both public and private
sector clients. These include transportation-related facilities, water and sewer lines, airports, parks, landfills,
private development projects, Indian casino projects, and special permits for such activities as sand mining and
other heavy industrial uses. He has also been involved in comprehensive long-range planning projects, including
the Mineral Resource Management Plan, the Agricultural General Plan Amendment, and the San Luis Rey River
Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Fink was the Environmental Representative on the San Diego County Planning and Environmental Review
Board (PERB) for 10 years. As a public hearing official for this weekly public hearing body, he was one of the
decision makers on project compliance with planning and environmental regulations for discretionary projects
under CEQA and Califomia Planning and Zoning Law.
In addition, Mr. Fink is a registered professional archaeologist and is certified by the Register of Professional
Archaeologists. He has prepared over 100 cultural resource surveys and reports during the course of his
professional career.
A list of recent representative projects follows:
Santa Fe Valley Specific Plan Project EIR, Rancho Santa Fe, California
Project manager and lead analyst of draft EIR for a residential and golf course development of over 3,200 acres in
northem San Diego County. Prepared final EIR for Board of Supervisors hearing. Managed the cultural resource
analysis and technical report preparation as well as the entire EIR. Dealt with a regionally significant cultural
resource site known as the Harris site, one of the most signtficant sites in San Diego County. Site was preserved aroimd a
proposed goff course.
East Otay Mesa Specific Plan Project EIR, Otay Mesa, California
Project manager and lead analyst of draft EIR for the East Otay Mesa Specific Plan, an industrial, commercial,
and residential development of over 3,000 acres in southem San Diego County. Prepared the final EIR for Board
of Supervisors hearing. Managed the cultural resource analysis and technical report prepeiration as well as the
entire EIR.
Naval Station Treasure Island and Yerba Buena Island, San Francisco, California
Managed a cultural resources testing program on Naval Station Treasure Island and Yerba Buena Island for the
Southwest Division, Department of Navy. The program consisted of subsurface investigation of archaeological
site CA-SFR-04/H, documentation and detailed inventory of historic stmctures eligible for the National Register
of Historic Places, and a marine cultural resource survey surrounding the island. Managed the work of sub-
consultants and coordinated extensively with federal, state, and local agencies.
Valley Center Road Project EIR, Valley Center, California
Managed the draft and fmal EIRs for the widening and realignment of Valley Center Road, northem San Diego
County. Compiled a permit application package for Resource Agency review. Evaluated off-site locations for
mitigation of impacts to biological resources. Coordinated with state and federal resource agencies. Managed and
coordinated the work of sub-consultants.
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KURTIS STEINERT, AICP
Mr. Steinert has over 15 years of experience in environmental planning,
research, analysis, and project management. He has prepared Initial
Studies, Environmental Assessments (EA), Negative Declarations, and
EIR/EIS sections. In addition to environmental documentation, he has
prepared technical background report sections for General Plan Updates and
energy facilities siting studies for private sector clients and the Department of
Defense. He has also prepared private land development constraints analysis.
Proiect Position
Assistant Project Manager
Degree(s)
B.S. Marine Biology
M.S. Environmental Science
Mesa Verde Estates Specific Plan EIR - City of Calimesa, California
Greystone is preparing an EIR for the Mesa Verde Estates Specific Plan Amendment project located in the City of
Calimesa. The project involves the planned development of approximately 3,000 residential dwelling units, 7 acres
of commercial uses, several public schools, open space and recreational areas and roadway and circulation
improvements on 1,500 acres. The City of Calimesa is the CEQA Lead Agency for this project. The key
environmental issues for this EIR include traffic and circulation, air quality, geology and soils, biological resources
and public services and utilities. A comprehensive agency and public involvement program will be developed for
this project because of Us size, nature and location. Mr. Steinert is responsible for the preparation of the Land Use,
Growth Inducement and Cumulative Impacts analyses.
Colorado River 500 Specific Fkm Mitigated Negative Declaration, Gty BIythe, Califomia
Mr. Steinert prepared the Land Use impact analysis for a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Initial Study being
prepared for the City of BIythe, Califomia. The Project involves the development of a Specific Plan covering
approximately 344-acres along the Colorado River in extreme eastem Califomia. The Proposed Project includes a
mixture of land uses including residential, commercial, open space/habitat preserve and recreational uses. A key
feature of the Project is a network of canals that will serve as both recreational and open space uses and will include
the development of water front homes. The Project involves coordination with numerous regulatory agencies
including the US, Army Corps of Engineers, US Fish and Wildlife Service, Califomia Department of Fish and Game
and the Palo Verde Irrigation District.
Lake County General Plan Update and EIR, County of Lake, California
Prepared Technical Background Report (TBR) sections for the Lake County General Plan Update. Sections
included Mineral and Energy, Geologic and Seismic Hazards, and portions of the Soils section.
Village Specific Plan EIR, City of Inglewood, California
Mr. Steinert was responsible for the preparation of the Visual Resources, Population and Housing, Utilities, and Risk
of Upset EIR sections for the Village Specific Plan. The Project was establishment of a mixed-use Specific Plan
area within the City of Ingelwood with the goal of redeveloping commercial uses on a portion of Cenmry Boulevard
and upgrading multifamily housing units (along with the removal of some units) that were within the flight approach
of Los Angeles Intemationai Airport.
San Clemente General Plan Update EIR, City of San Clemente, California
Mr. Steinert was responsible for acquisition and analysis of noise data for General Plan Update and the preparation
of the Noise section for the General Plan' EIR. Mr. Steinert also prepared visual resource data for the General Plan
Update.
West Lake Village General Plan Update EIR West Lake Village, California
Mr. Steinert was responsible for acquisition and analysis of noise data for General Plan Update and the preparation
of the Noise section for the General Plan' EIR. Mr. Steinert was also involved in EIR section preparation for the
Utilities and Public Services section of the General Plan EIR.
Huntington Beach General Plan Update and EIR, City of Huntington Beach, California
Prepared the Biological Resources Section of the Technical Background Report for the City of Huntington Beach
General Plan Update. Directed the acquisition and analysis of noise data for the General Plan update and EIR
section, and prepared Biological Resources section for the EIR.
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Geotectinical and Environmental Sciences Consultants
GREGORY T. FARRAND, PG, CEG
Principal Geologist
EDUCATION
Master of Science, City Planning, 1976, San Diego State University, San Diego, California
Bachelor of Science, CBeology, 1969, California State University, Northridge, Califomia
REG/ST/?>!\T/OA/S
Professional Geologist, California, PG 3645
Certified Engineering Geologist, Califomia, CEG 1087
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Mr. Farrand's experience includes geologic evaluations for pipelines, treatment plants, reservoirs, large dams, high-
ways, bridges, and waste disposal facilities. Mr. Farrand is well versed in the evaluation of fault activity, and has
authored scientific papers on the activity of the Rose Canyon Fault Zone. He has perfomned extensive field map-
ping, analyses of borings and trenches, seismic refraction surveys, remote sensing surveys, and environmental
studies. His responsibilities consist of technical direction to the staff of geologists and field personnel, and in-house
Quality Assurance/Quality Control review of investigations and analyses on geologic, hydrogeologic, and geotech-
nical projects. Mr. Farrand's specific project experience includes:
South Carlsbad State Beach, Carlsbad, California: Principal-in-Charge for a limited geotechnical evaluation
for a restroom located at North Ponto Day-Use Area at South Carlsbad State Beach. Services included review
of background information; performance of a geologic reconnaissance of the proposed site to observe existing
condition; limited laboratory testing; and preparation ofa geotechnical evaluation report presenting our findings,
conclusions, and recommendations regarding faulting and seismicity, earthwork, excavatability, slope stability,
foundations, and soil corrosivity.
Cantarini Ranch And Holly Springs Projects, Carisbad, California: Principal-in-Charge for a limited soils
and geotechnical evaluation and review for the proposed Cantarini Ranch and Holly Springs projects. The pro-
ject area for Cantarini Ranch is approximately 155 acres and the Holly Springs project area is approximately 99
acres. Services included background review; a site reconnaissance to observe surface features; data compila-
tion and analyses; and preparation of a report presenting our findings, preliminary conclusions, and
recommendations for additional evaluation. The report will include an evaluation of existing geotechnical re-
ports, a preliminary evaluation of the applicability of ripping/blasting, the potential for removals and
recompaction of existing soils, groundwater, and other potential geotechnical impacts to the projects.
Magellan Gateway Hotel EIR, Solana Beach, California: Principal-in-Charge for a preliminary geotechnical
evaluation for an environmental impact report (EIR) on a 3.5 acre site located east of Highway 101 in Solana
Beach, California. The proposed development will consist of a three-story, 115-unit, 74,000 square foot hotel
with underground parking and a 19-unit, two building condominium development. Mr. Farrand provided review
of a report presenting preliminary conclusions and recommendations for inclusion in the EIR. Specific issues
addressed included general geologic conditions, faulting and seismicity, the liquefaction potential, groundwater,
slope stability, erosion potential, compressible and expansive soils, mineral resources, and preliminary geo-
technical design considerations.
Long Range Development Plan UCSD EIR, La Jolla, California: Technical Advisor for geotechnical con-
sulting services as part of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for updating the University of California at
San Diego (UCSD) Long Range Development Plan (LRDP). The EIR and LRDP update covers the UCSD La
Jolla campus, which includes the Scripps Institution of Oceanography (160 acres), the West Campus (668
acres) and the East Campus (267 acres), as well as several nearby University properties (38 acres). Mr. Far-
rand provided review of a geotechnical study report with a summary of our findings, conclusions, and
geotechnical recommendations.
Rancho Carisbad Channel and Basin Project, Carisbad, California: Principal-in-Charge during a geotech-
nical evaluation for the design of the proposed Rancho Carlsbad Channel and Basin Project. Proposed
improvements include the portion ofthe channel, also known as Agua Hedionda Creek, that is bounded by the
Rancho Carlsbad Drive bridge on the east, and the El Camino Real bridge on the west. Services included re-
view of background information; a subsurface evaluation; laboratory testing; data compilation and engineering
analysis; and preparation of a geotechnical design report presenting our findings and conclusions and geo-
technical recommendations regarding the proposed project.
Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants
GREGORY T. FARRAND, PG, CEG
Principal Geologist
La Costa Stream Bank Protection Project, Carisbad, California: Principal-in-Charge for a geotechnical
evaluation for proposed erosion control improvements for a stream bank at La Costa Resort. The project in-
cluded construction of approximately 400 feet of improvements to control stream bank erosion along San
Marcos Creek which may include sheet piling, gabions, articulating concrete blocks, or rip-rap. Services in-
cluded review of available background information; drilling of two exploratory borings to depths of 30 feet,
laboratory testing, and preparation of an illustrated report with geotechnical recommendations relative to design
and construction of the project including temporary slope stability, and site preparation and earthworic.
Route 680 EIR, Encinitas, California: Principal-in-Charge during a geologic reconnaissance and limited geo-
technical evaluation to aid in the preparation of an environmental impact report (EIR) for Route 680 alternate
alignments, which extend through Encinitas, Carisbad, San Marcos, and other communities of San Diego
County. Services included review of existing plans and geologic data, an aerial photograph study, reconnais-
sance mapping, and an analysis of the data. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the impact of a
proposed substitution of a major roadway in the City of Encinitas general plan. Existing conditions along five al-
ternative roadways, including the presence of hard igneous rock and soft sedimentary rock susceptible to
landsliding, were studied.
Valley View Estates EIR, Escondido, California: Principal-in-Charge providing input on the geotechnical por-
tion of an Environmental Impact Review (EIR) for the Valley View Estates project. The proposed project will
consist of a residential and resort development and will include approximately 485 residential units, 250 hotel
units, a small commercial center, an 18-hole golf course with clubhouse, and an equestrian center. Grading is
proposed to include cut slopes up to 80 feet in height and fill slopes up to 40 feet in height. Services included a
site reconnaissance, and preparation of a written report. Geotechnical issues addressed included local and re-
gional seismicity, presence of shallow groundwater in the meadow areas, rock rippability, local and regional
joint patterns within the bedrock, and slope stability. Preliminary conclusions and recommendations for site
seismicity, grading, rippability and blasting, constmction, and additional subsurface evaluations were provided.
North Bay Redevelopment Project, San Diego, California: Principal-in-Charge during geotechnical, hazard-
ous materials and water quality services for the North Bay Redevelopment Project. Geotechnical services
included field reconnaissance and geologic mapping; compilation and analysis of data obtained; and prepara-
tion of draft and final reports presenting a summary of our findings, conclusions, and geotechnical
recommendations including geologic setting, anticipated earth units, faults, and potential geologic hazards as
well as recommendations for detailed geotechnical evaluations and analysis of mitigation alternatives.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Public Works Association
American Society of Civil Engineers
American Water Works Association
Association of Engineering Geologists
San Diego Association of Geologists, Past President
Society of American Value Engineers, 2003-04 Treasurer
RESUME
LINSCOTT
LAW &
GREENSPAN
John Boarman, P.E.
Principal
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION
Civil Engineer, Califomia (C 50033)
Traffic Engineer, Califomia (TR 1855)
EDUCATION
Purdue University, Master of Science in Civil Engineering
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Transportation Engineer: Linscott, Law & Greenspan
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Institute of Transportation Engineers, Associate Member
Association of Environmental Professionals, Member
AREAS OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE
Traffic Sections of Environmental Impact Studies and Reports
Traffic Impact Studies
Parking Studies
Transportation Planning
REPRESENTATIVE ASSIGNMENTS
Mr. Boarman has personally prepared, participated in or directed the preparation of several hundred
traffic impact studies and reports and their subsequent integration into Environmental Impact
Reports, Statements and Assessments (EIR, EIS, EIA). His work has included not only traffic
impact studies but studies of parking impact and sufficiency, site access and circulation, and intemal
auto, pedestrian and public transit traffic circulation.
Mr. Boarman has worked closely with other professionals in the preparation and presentation of
environmental documentation to citizens groups, local govemment engineers and planners.
Transportation Commissions, Planning Commissions, and City Councils. He has also made
presentations to the Califomia Coastal Commission.
Mr. Boarman has managed traffic studies for several high profile projects including the San Diego
Convention Center Expansion, the Eastlake Trails, Woods, and Vistas Developments in Chula
Vista, the Hotel Del Coronado Expansion, the Qualcomm Stadium Expansion, and the South
Embarcadero Redevelopment. He has also conducted numerous parking studies including ones for
Downtown Coronado, the Oceanside Harbor area, and the San Diego Convention Center
Expansion.
Mr. Boarman also managed traffic studies for several projects within the City of Oceanside
including the Rancho Del Oro interchange project, Oceanside Pier Hotel, Mission Square,
Belvedere and El Corazon.
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8954 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 610, San Diego, California 921(
T 619.291.1475 F 619.291.1476 www.tcb.aecom.com
January 19, 2006
Ms. Michele Masterson
Management Analyst
City of Cartsbad
Planning Department
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carisbad, CA 92008
Subject: Proposal for Preparation of the Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort EIR
Dear Ms. Masterson:
P&D Consultants, Inc. (P&D) is pleased to submit this proposal to the City of Cartsbad for
preparation of an environmental impact report (EIR) for the proposed Hilton Cartsbad Beach
Resort project. We are highly qualified to prepare the EIR for this project and offer outstanding
talent assembled within our firm and EIR project team, including EDAW, our sister operating
company with the family of firms collectively known as AECOM. We have substantial experience
in prepanng EIRs for a variety of projects involving visitor-serving and tourist-onented
developments projects in California and the City of Cartsbad, and are uniquely qualified to
prepare the Hilton Carisbad Beach Resort EIR for reasons described in this letter.
P&D is an urban and environmental planning firm with substantial environmental consulting
experience throughout California. In aggregate, our portfolio includes over 700 environmental
impact reports, 90 environmental impact statements, and over 6,000 environmental assessments.
We have served as the lead consulting firm for hundreds of planning, design and construction
programs, regulatory compliance, land resource surveys, and environmental impact
assessments. Our dedicated environmental and land use planners, scientists and engineers
provide expertise that extends from a list of traditional services to specialties in evolving
disciplines at the forefront of our industry. Analytical tools such as geographic systems, visual
simulation and three-dimensional modeling support our environmental professionals.
Our team will be directed by Principal/Project Manager John E. Bridges, FAICP. Over the past 26
years, Mr. Bridges has directed the preparation of numerous environmental impact reports for a
variety of projects in San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Monterey, Riverside and Imperial
counties. His direct experience in preparing EIRs for Carisbad is substantial, including the
Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan EIR, the Carisbad Ranch Specific Plan EIR, the Bressi Ranch
Master Plan EIR, the Cartsbad Municipal Golf Course EIR, and the Carisbad Oaks North Specific
Plan EIR. Mr. Bridges will be assisted by Deputy Project Manager Anne Pietro. Ms. Pietro has
over eight years of experience in preparing all facets of CEQA documentation and has a
particulariy strong understanding of public services, aesthetics, utilities, land use, biology, water
quality and cultural resources.
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Ms. Michele Masterson
January 18, 2006
To supplement our own experience and qualifications, we have organized an outstanding
environmental project team that includes EDAW for biological resources, air quality, noise and
cultural resources. For peer review of geotechnical and traffic studies, our team includes Ninyo &
Moore, Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants, and Linscott Law & Greenspan,
both highly respected firms in their fields. With our EIR project team, we can provide the City of
Carisbad with the highest quality environmental consulting services and strong, proven project
management skills.
We understand that three other large property owners in the area have agreed to participate in a
City-initiated Program EIR for the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan; however the Hilton
Cartsbad Beach Resort EIR will be prepared separately. To address this situation, we have
programmed time in our scope and cost estimate to coordinate our work with that of the City
consultant preparing the Program EIR to ensure consistency of information and approach for
completing these two important EIRs on parallel tracks.
We are available to proceed immediately upon authorization and look forward to working with the
City of Carisbad on this important project.
Sincerely,
John E. Bridges, FAI
Principal/Project Manager
TCB AECOM
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Table of Contents
A. Personnel, Qualifications, and References
Personnel 1
Qualifications & References 15
B. Schedule of Completion
Scope of Work 19
Schedule 31
C. Contract Price and Allowable Cost
Provided in a separate envelope, which includes
agreement comments and fee.
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A. Personnel, Qualifications & References
Personnel
We have organized an experienced, multi-disciplinary team of individuals with extensive experience in
environmental impact analysis and direct knowledge and experience in the City of Carisbad.
Descriptions of the project team and of key individuals, including their responsibilities, are provided on
the following pages. John Bridges will be the key person responsible for the Planning Commission and
City Council presentations.
rrojccl Principal Managci
John Bridges, FAICP
l)cpul\ Project MaiiaLicr
Anne Pietro
Anne Pietro
Nk:k Larkin
Anne Pietro
Nk:k Larkin
Bill Maddux EDAW
Debra Leight
Rebecca Apple
Diane Shaum Nick Larkin
(PMT Review by EDAW)
Nick Larkin
Randy Inmn. PG. CEG N&M
Stephen A. Beck, PG,
CEa Ha REA N&M (Peer Review t>y N&M)
Robert Olsen
Nick Larkin
Stephan A Beck. PG,
CEG. HG. REA N&M
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Jennifer Guigliano. CPSWO,
EIT, REA EDAW
Nk:k Larkin
Anne Pietro
Debra Leight
BiN Maddux EDAW
Detna Leight
Anne Pietro
Nick Larkin
N&M = Ninyo & Moore
EDAW = EDAW John Boamuin (Peer Review by
LIndsoott Law A QieMtpan) ' Debra Leight
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John E. Bridges, FAICP
Project Principal/Manager
Education
Master of City Planning, San Diego
State University
BA., Political Science, University of
Texas, Ariington
Professional Affiliations
American Institute of Certified Planners
American Planning Association
Association of Environmental
Professionals Urban Land Institute
Project Experience
Mr. Bridges has over 26 years of experience as an urban and environmental
planner with a broad background in public and private sector planning. He has
directed for comprehensive general plan and specific plan programs for numerous
cities in San Diego, Orange, Riverside, San Mateo, Monterey, Santa Clara and
Imperial Counties, and a wide variety of environmental impact reports/statements
associated with major public and private development projects.
Mr. Bridges' major environmental experience includes the citywide Master EIR for
the Lake Forest General Plan, Carisbad General Plan EIR and the EIR for the
Otay Ranch Specific Plan One in Chula Vista. He has also led environmental
teams for the EIS/EIR for the reuse of MCAS Tustin, Millennium Plan II EIR for
MCAS El Toro, and the EIR for the Cartsbad Ranch Specific Plan, a major mixed-
use project incorporating the Legoland theme park. He has managed EIRs for a
wide variety of other projects, including redevelopment plans, public facilities,
transportation facilities, commercial, industrial and residential projects throughout
southern California.
While working as a public agency planner, Mr. Bridges supervised permit
processing, environmental review, long-range planning, and many other facets of
municipal planning department operations.
Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan EIR, Carlsbad, CA. Served as project manager
for this Specific Plan amendment and mixed use development project. This 478-
acre project included Legoland (a major theme park), the Gemological Institute of
America, research & development, a 280-room hotel, a 700-suite destination
resort, a major outiet mall, golf course and tourist-attracting flower fields.
Carlsbad Golf Course EIR, Carlsbad, CA. P&D/P&D prepared the
environmental impact report (EIS) and land use/environmental permitting for the
Carlsbad Municipal Golf Course.
Otay Ranch SPA I EIR, CA. Served as project manager for the first phase
(sectional planning area) of the Otay Ranch, a 23,000-acre new town in the South
Bay area of San Diego County.
MCAS Tustin Reuse EIS/EIR, Tustin, CA. Served as project manager for the
joint Environmental Impact Report and Environmental Impact Statement for the
Marine Corps Air Station Tustin (MCAS Tustin) Reuse Plan.
North Bay Redevelopment EIR, San Diego, CA. Served as project manager for
an EIR for the 2,000 acre San Diego North Bay Redevelopment Project. The
project area includes the Former Naval Training Center and portions of the
midway. Old Town, Peninsula, Claremont Mesa, and Linda Vista community
planning areas. Redevelopment activities within North Bay will focus on the Bay-
to-Bay connection, Claremont Trolley Station, Morena Shopping Quarter, Caltrans
Site, Sports Arena, Point Loma Village, and Voltaire areas.
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Anne Pietro
Deputy Project Manager
Education
MS, Landscape Architecture, California
State Polytechnic University, Pomona,
1993
BA, Sociology, University of Colorado,
Boulder, 1969
Registration
Habitat Restoration, University of
California, Riverside Extension
Publications
Co-author, Santa Ynez River Plan for
the City of Lompoc - ASLA Award
Winner, 1995; AEP Award Winner,
1994
Project Experience
Ms. Pietro is an environmental planner with over eight years experience in CEQA
and other report writing and documentation, mitigation and performance
monitoring, and habitat restoration. She has researched, analyzed and written
technical elements for a number of EIRs including sections on biology, cultural
resources, water quality, earth resources, land use, and public services and
utilities among others. She has conducted aesthetics assessments for a number
of projects. Her assignments have also incorporated coordination with
subconsultants, client interface, and project coordination.
Her expertise includes the development, implementation and monitoring of
restoration and revegetation plans for native plant communities. She is currentiy
the project manager for all CEQA monitoring for a 15-mile length of water pipeline
project. This monitoring includes the installation and performance monitoring of
coastal sage scrub, chaparral, Riversidean alluvial fan sage scrub, Riversidean
sage scrub, willow riparian and native grassland. She is experienced in
performance monitoring of revegetation sites and is well-versed in vegetation
sampling techniques such as the use f line-intercept transects and quadrants to
assess percent cover. Ms. Pietro has extensive experience in dealing with
construction and installation contractors as well as clients. She is experienced in
all types of report writing and preparation, including annual performance reports
for revegetation sites, and performs quality control oversight for all types of
environmental documents.
One Broadway Plaza EIR, Santa Ana, CA. Environmental Planner responsible
for preparing the aesthetics section ofthis EIR. This project in Santa Ana includes
a 655,000 square foot, 37 story office tower building, which will be the tallest
building in Orange County, and an eight level parking structure.
Preparation of Aesthetic Sections of Various EIRs, CA. Environmentai Planner
responsible for preparing the aesthetics sections of various EIRs and NDs
including the Westgate Specific Plan EIR (Fontana, CA), Zone 9 Reservoir and
Transmission Main ND (Foothill Ranch, CA), Hellman Ranch Specific Plan EIR
(Seal Beach, CA), Walnut Glenn Mixed Use Development and Loop 1 Roadway
Extension of Soquel Canyon Parkway EIR (Chino Hills, CA) and East Branch
Extension Supplemental EIR No 1 (San Bernardino County, CA).
MCAS El Toro Community Reuse Plan Final Environmental Impact Report,
County of Orange, CA. Environmental Planner responsible for the preparation of
the Public Health and Safety portion of this Environmental Document. Project
alternatives for included two aviation and one non-aviation reuse concept. Aviation
concepts included a general aviation facility and a commercial airport (38 MAP).
Robert B. Diemer Filtration Plant Improvements Project EIR, Yorba Linda,
CA. Environmental Planner responsible for the aesthetics section ofthis EIR
prepared for the Metropolitan Water District.
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Nick Larkin
Aesthetics; Agricultural Resources; Geology/Soils & Mineral Resources; Hazards/Hazardous Materials;
Hydrology/Water Quality; Cultural Resources; and Public Services & Utility/Service Systems
Education
MA., Urban Planning, University of
California, Los Angeles, 2002
B.A., Urban Studies and Planning,
University of California, San Diego,
2000
Project Experience
Mr. Larkin has been with P&D Consultants as an Environmental Analyst for one
and a half years. He spent one year as an Environmental Analyst Intern with
another previously. He has prepared environmental documents assessing the
impacts of aquatic enhancements and infrastructure projects and evaluating policy
planning programs. These environmental documents have been prepared for a
variety of Federal and local agencies. This experience includes both CEQA and
NEPA documentation. Mr. Larkin has also conducted storm water quality
monitoring and assisted in hazardous material sampling.
Campbell Sediment Remediation Aquatic Enhancement Supplemental
Environmental Impact Report. Assisted in the production of an environmental
impact report examining the potential impacts of dredging and capping
contaminated materials on the sea floor of the San Diego Bay.
Regional Comprehensive Plan Program Environmental Impact Report.
Assisted in the production of an environmental impact report examining the
potential impacts implementation of SANDAG's Regional Comprehensive Plan.
La Costa Resort and Spa Ballroom Initial Study Prepared an initial study for
the La Costa Resort and Spa Ballroom for the City of Carlsbad. Project
consisted of the redevelopment of existing site into a ballroom.
Bayfront Villages Environmental Analysis, City of Chula Vista, CA. Assisted
in the taking of soil samples from undeveloped land within the project site in
identifying potential hazards and contamination.
King/Logan/Perkins Area Elementary School Environmental Impact Report
Volume II. Assisted in the preparation of the EIR for the King/Logan area
elementary school for the San Diego Unified school District by analyzing technical
reports and wrote cultural and paleontoligical sections ofthe EIR and editing the
document. The project proposed the development of a new elementary school
located in southeast San Diego County.
Del Amo Boulevard Extension Draft EIR/EA, Torrance, CA. Conducted an
environmental justice analysis on whether the construction of a new segment of
road that would connect two existing sections of Del Amo Boulevard would
disproportionately impact minority and/or low-income populations.
Regional Comprehensive Plan Program Environmental Impact Report.
Assisted in the production of an environmental impact report examining the
potential impacts implementation of SANDAG's Regional Comprehensive Plan.
Baseline Conditions Report: San Juan Creek Watershed Final EIR. Updated
the socioeconomics section of the EIR prepared for the Army Corps, of Engineers,
who were conducting a Creek Baseline Conditions Report for the San Juan Creek.
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Debra Leight
Air Quality; Land Use Planning, Population/Housing & Recreation; Noise; and Transportation/Circulation
Education
B.A., Environmental Analysis
and Design, University of California,
Irvine, 1999
Professional Affiliations
Association of Environmental
Professionals
Project Experience
Ms. Leight has over six years of environmental planning experience and has been
involved with each CEQA phase from initial project scoping to final documentation
including Response to Comments and preparation of Finding of Facts. She has
served as project manager and key author on several EIRs and Initial
Studies/Negative Declarations. Her project experience encompasses projects in
Los Angles County, Orange County, Ventura County, and Riverside County and
represents diverse projects including water treatment facilities, road
improvements, recreational facilities, institutional facilities, and residential, retail
commercial, and mixed use developments. She also has experience in preparing
alternatives analysis reports and has been involved in the preparation of various
air and noise technical reports. Ms. Leight has also been involved in the
preparation of general plans, specific plans, and specialized planning studies
located in Orange, Los Angeles, and Riverside Counties. Ms. Leight plays a key
role in coordinating with clients, public agencies, and technical consultants.
City Place EIR, Santa Ana, CA. Ms. Leight assisted in the preparation of the City
Place project on a 17.7 acre site in the northern part of the City of Santa Ana. The
project proposed a mixed use development with a total of 57,000 square feet of
commercial uses, consisting 23,700 square feet of restaurant uses, 7,000 square
feet of retail uses, a 25,000 square foot market, a 2,000 square foot theater and
74 live/work residential units and 168 town homes. Ms. Leight co-wrote the air
quality and noise technical reports and converted them into EIR sections.
Fantasy Springs Master Plan Air Quality and Noise Technical Reports,
Cabazon, CA. The proposed Fantasy Springs project is located approximately 70
miles east of Riverside, California in the Cities of Coachella and Indio in the
Cabazon area. The Fantasy Springs Master Plan is just north of the junction of
lnterstate-10 and State Route 86.
Youth Leadership Academy Project Draft EIR, Orange, CA. Ms. Leight
prepared the Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) Project Focused EIR for the
County of Orange Probation Department.
Noah Community Center IS/MND, Santa Ana, CA. Ms. Leight prepared the
IS/MND which analyzed the impacts associated with the construction of a new
community Center.
Westfield Shoppingtown Expansion EIR, Arcadia, CA. Ms. Leight assisted in
the preparation of an EIR which analyzed the impacts associated with the
expansion and renovation of the City of Arcadia's only regional mall.
Addendum to Program EIR for Planning Area 17 Zone Change and
Conditional Use Permit for Bridge Housing Project, Irvine, CA. Ms. Leight
assisted in the preparation of an initial study/addendum (IS/A) for the development
of a 120-unit affordable housing development in the City of Irvine, California.
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Robert Olsen, RG, REA
Hazards/Hazardous Materials
Education
MS, Geology,
University of Oregon, 1972
BS, Geology,
University of California,
LosAngeles, 1968
Registration
Registered Geologist, 1990
Registered Environmental Assessor,
1992
Registered Environmental Assessor II,
2001
OSHA HAZWOPER, 40 Hours and
Current 8-hour Refresher
Professional Affiliations
National Groundwater Association
South Coast Geological Society
Overview
Mr. Olsen has over 33 years of experience as a geologist and hydrogeologist in
the fields of environmental consulting, petroleum exploration and groundwater
resource development. He has managed projects including geological and
hydrogeological investigations, drilling and monitoring well installation,
environmental site assessments, borehole geophysical logging, geotechnical
sampling, aquifer tests, and subsurface mapping. In addition, Mr. Olsen has
served as liaison with regulatory agencies to determine the applicable regulations
that apply to property transfer site assessments, soil and groundwater
characterization studies, and uncontrolled releases.
Residential and Commercial Sites, Ontario, CA. Under contract to the City of
Ontario Redevelopment and Housing Departments, performed Environmental Site
Assessments on numerous sites in the City Hall South area, the area west of
Ontario Intemationai Airport, and at other sites in the City of Ontario. Evaluated
historical information and deduced historical site usages as part of Phase I
Environmental Site Assessments, in several cases resulting in recommendations
for Phase II assessments. Determined the required Scope of Work for the Phase II
assessments, supervised tield activities and prepared reports on the Phase II
assessments.
Proposed Private High School Site, Yorba Linda, CA. Performed file review.
Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and a soil vapor survey on
the site of a proposed private high school located in an area of historical oil
production and citrus orchards. Conferred with and advised client's legal
representatives regarding appropriate inquiries that would be the equivalent of a
Preliminary Endangerment Assessment if the site had been eligible for
Department of Toxic Substances Control supervision. Performed soil sampling
around abandoned oil well casings and a risk assessment of the hazards posed by
petroleum hydrocarbons and pesticide residues on the site.
Former Hospital, Artesia, CA. Performed Phase II Environmental Site
Assessments and groundwater investigations at a closed hospital that was to be
redeveloped as a shopping center. Installed nine groundwater monitoring wells
and six soil borings in the area of a removed underground storage tank where past
releases of gasoline had impacted groundwater. Performed quarteriy groundwater
monitoring for two years until the site was granted closure by the Regional Water
Quality Control Board.
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Jennifer L. Guigliano,
CPSWQ, E.I.T., REA (EDAW)
Hydrology/Water Quality
Education
M.E., Environmental Engineering,
Pennsylvania State University,
University Park, 1996
B.S., Combined Science, Santa Clara
University, Santa Clara, CA 1994,
Minor Biology; Minor Environmental
Studies
Post-Graduate Researcher,
Environmental Microbiology, University
ofCalifornia at Santa Barbara, 1998
Registration
2005, Registered Environmental
Assessor (REA I No. 08037)
2004, Certified Professional in Storm
Water Quality (CPSWQ) (Certification
No. 0085)
1997, Engineer-in-training, California
(License No. XE103188)
Professional Affiliations
Associate Member of Sigma XI,
Scientific Research Society
California Native Plant Society
National Audubon Society
Manomet Center for Conservation
Women's Environmental Council
Project Experience
Ms. Guigliano is an engineer and project manager with over nine years of
experience working in environmental engineering and resource management,
including storm water, wastewater, and natural resources management, and site
assessment projects. Ms. Guigliano has managed several large integrated
projects and prepared many plans and reports including Integrated Natural
Resources Management Plans, Integrated Pest Management Plans, Water
Quality Technical Reports, Biological Resources Reports, and Storm Water
Management and Pollution Prevention Plans. Ms. Guigliano has extensive
experience in the tields of water quality and natural resources management. Ms.
Guigliano has experience working with a diversity of clients including private,
tribal, municipal, state, and federal entities. Ms. Guigliano's responsibilities and
experience have included project and field management. Phase I site
assessments, environmental monitoring, biological site assessments, watershed
assessments, ecological nsk assessment sampling, wastewater treatment plant
sampling and evaluations, storm water compliance and management, NPDES
program implementation, erosion control projects, water management issues,
groundwater monitoring, spill prevention, contingency, and countermeasure plans.
Water Quality Technical Report for the 52nd Street Seniors Development,
Housing Development Partners, San Diego, CA. Ms. Guigliano prepared the
Water Quality Technical Report (WQTR) for the 52"*^ Street Seniors Development
for compliance with the City of San Diego's Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation
Plan (SUSMP) requirements.
Storm Water Compliance Documents for the 7^*^ Day Adventist Church
Expansion Project, 7^*^ Day Adventist Church, El Cajon, San Diego County,
CA. Ms. Guigliano is preparing storm water compliance documents for the 7*^ Day
Adventist Church expansion project. This includes SWPPP and SWMP
preparation. The expansion project includes development of over 4 acres of land.
Storm Water Industrial Facility Inspections, U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA), Region IX and California State Regional Water Quality Control
Boards (RWQCB), Ventura County to San Diego County, CA. Ms. Guigliano
was a part of the audit team working for California Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) to assist the RWQCB in completing NPDES compliance audits at
industrial facilities in Ventura, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Diego counties.
Storm Water Compliance Documents for the Broadway Animal Hospital
Expansion Project, E. Ricci, Civil Engineering, El Cajon, San Diego County,
CA. Ms. Guigliano is preparing storm water compliance documents for the
Broadway Animal Hospital expansion project. This includes SWPPP and SWMP
preparation.
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John Messina, MS (EDAW)
Biological Resources
Education
C. Philosophy, Ecology, University of
California, Davis, 1990
MS, Ecology, University of California,
Davis, 1990
BS, Conservation & Resource Studies,
University ofCalifornia, Berkeley, 1985
BA, Literature, Manhattan College,
1975
Professional Affiliations
California Native Plant Society
California Native Grass Association
California Invasive Plant Council
Certifications
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetland
Delineation Certification
California Department of Fish and
Game Collecting Permit for State
Designated Endangered, Threatened
and Rare Plants
City and County of San Diego
Environmental Consultant List
Project Experience
John Messina has more than 14 years of experience as a biologist consulting on
biological resources for a wide variety of energy, water, public works, military, and
natural resources management projects. In the university setting, Mr. Messina
has served as an adjunct professor of biology instructing vegetation community
floristic, and ecology courses. In recent positions with environmental consulting
firms, he has prepared biological technical reports for environmental impact
assessments. He has also conducted biological resources investigations for the
preparation of multihabitat and multispecies conservation plans.
Mr. Messina is experienced in GIS vegetation mapping and in conducting rare
plant and botanical surveys. He is also certified in wetlands delineation methods
pursuant to the ACOE Wetlands Training Manual (1987) and assists in
jurisdictional wetlands evaluation and permitting in consultation with federal and
state regulatory agencies. Mr. Messina has found previously undocumented
populations of the following listed plant species: San Diego thornmint
(Acanthomintha ilicifolia), thread-leaved brodiaea (Brodiaea filifolia), Encinitas
baccharis (Baccharis vanessae), laquna beach dudleya (Dudleya stolonifera), San
Diego button-celery (Eryngium aristulatum), Otay tarplant (Deinandra conjugens),
and San Diego mesa mint (Pogogyne abramsii).
In addition to his experience in southern California, Mr. Messina has also
conducted rare plant surveys in northern California, Utah, Colorado, Nevada, and
Arizona.
Manchester Avenue/Interstate 5 Interchange Project, Encinitas and Solana
Beach, CA. Led the botanical field surveys as a subconsultant to Dokken
Engineering for the FHWA, Caltrans, and cities of Encinitas and Solana Beach
roadway improvement project. Field activities included vegetation mapping, rare
plant surveys and floral inventory. Prepared botanical sections for the Caltrans
Natural Environment Study Report.
State Route 56, San Diego, CA. Conducted a wetland determination and
delineation of 13 stream crossings of the middle section of SR 56. Prepared a
wetiand delineation report for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Coordinated
with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Environmental Protection Agency, California
Department of Fish and Game, and Natural Resources Conservation Service for a
site verification of the wetiand delineation.
San Diego County Water Authority Emergency Storage Project, San Diego,
CA. Conducted rare plant surveys, vegetation mapping, wetland delineations and
determinations, and habitat assessments for mitigation sites for the Emergency
Storage Project. Prepared a Habitat Management Plan for the federal-threatened
Encinitas baccharis (Baccharis vanessae).
Biological Resources Management Plan (BRMP), San Marcos, CA. Served as
project biologist for the City of San Marcos' BRMP.
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Bill Maddux (EDAW)
Air Quality and Noise
Education
BS, Urban and Regional Planning,
California State Polytechnic University,
Pomona, 2000
Professional Affiliations
American Planning Association (APA)
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
International Noise Control Engineers
(INCE)
American Public Works Association
(APWA)
California Association of Environmental
Professionals (AEP)
Project Experience
Mr. Maddux is an Environmental Planner with a diverse background in preparing
environmental and technical studies throughout Southern California. He
specializes in acoustics and outdoor air quality projects; he also has extensive
knowledge of community planning regulations, and numerous other environmental
laws and regulations. Mr. Maddux has 6 years of professional experience and is
proficient with various air quality models (e.g., CALINE4, the EMFAC series,
HARP, M0BILE6, and the URBEMIS series) and various noise prediction models
(e.g., BNOISE, SARNAM, LEQV2, STAMINA 2.0, SOUND32/2000, and FHWA
TNM). Mr. Maddux has managed, and prepared environmental impact studies
and technical air quality and noise studies on a wide variety of projects. He has
prepared acoustical and air quality technical studies and related sections of CEQA
and NEPA documents for public works projects as well as commercial, industrial,
residential, and recreation land uses. End users include U.S. Navy and Marine
Corps, Caltrans, water districts, utilities, cities and counties, and private
developers.
Cumming Ranch Specific Plan EIR, Ramona, CA. Mr. Maddux was responsible
for preparation of noise and air quality analyses for an EIR for the development of
a 685-acre property located at the western edge of the Ramona Town Center.
The proposed land use is to develop a portion of the site with 136 single family
home sites, while retaining a substantial portion of the property in open space.
SR-78/Rancho del Oro Interchange, Oceanside, CA. The project involved
development of a new interchange at SR-78 and Rancho Del Oro. Mr. Maddux
was responsible for preparation of a technical noise and air quality impact
analyses using Caltrans standards that evaluated four alternative designs with a
connection to Marin Road, a future connection planned for in the city of Carisbad
General Plan.
EIR for the Disposition of the Offshore Conduits at San Onofre Nuclear
Generating Stations (SONGS), San Diego County, CA. EDAW prepared the
draft and Final EIRs for the removal of buried offshore cooling water conduits at
SONGS Unit 1. The removal ofthe conduits was equired in the original lease
between CSCL and Southern California Edison. EDAW assisted the CSCL in
developing the alternatives that were analyzed in the EIR.
ESCO 2.5-Acre Mixed-Used Development, Escondido, CA. Mr. Maddux was
responsible for preparing noise and air quality sections in support of a Mitigated
Negative Declaration for the development of a 2.5-acre property located east of
Escondido Boulevard between Citracado Parkway and Brotherton Road. The
proposed project would develop the site with 48 condominium units in 12, 3-story
structures, 9 ofwhich would include approximately 400 square feet of commercial
retail space. A particular challenge for the development is noise/land use
compatibility due high existing and future noise levels from adjacent roadways,
particulariy Center City Parkway.
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Lyndon Quon (EDAW)
Biological Resources
Education
BA, Ecology, University ofCalifornia,
San Diego, 1989
Project Experience
Lyndon Quon has 15 years of experience conducting environmental impact and
species diversity studies. Mr. Quon is experienced in conducting biological
studies for military and industrial projects, as well as with utilizing GPS and GIS to
map sensitive species. His other responsibilities have included project
management, managing databases, overseeing quality assurance and quality
control for data collection procedures, conducting field surveys and habitat
analyses for the California gnatcatcher, and writing sections of EIRs and other
environmental technical reports.
Mr. Quon has a wide range of experience in the environmental consulting field.
He has worked on projects for private landowners, development companies,
industrial companies, and government agencies. He is experienced with the
endangered species permitting process and has written BAs for impacts to
federally listed species. He has also developed Habitat Management Plans.
Mr. Quon assisted in the development of the survey protocols for the federally
endangered California gnatcatcher in conjuncfion with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service. He is also qualified to conduct surveys for other federally threatened or
endangered species, including arroyo toad, Mojave desert tortoise, and least Bell's
vireo.
Manchester Avenue/Interstate 5 Interchange Project, Encinitas and Solana
Beach, CA. Led the biological field survey effort as a subconsultant to Dokken
Engineering for the FHWA, Caltrans, and cities of Encinitas and Solana Beach
roadway improvement project. Field activities conducted by Mr. Quon included
general wildlife surveys, and habitat assessments for various sensitive species
known from the region.
SR-56, Middle Segment EIR, San Diego County, CA. Conducted
presence/absence surveys for the federally threatened California gnatcatcher
pursuant to the final survey protocol of July 28, 1997. Also performed vernal pool
surveys and assisted a biologist holding a 10(a) permit in sampling for the
federally endangered San Diego fairy shrimp.
Caltrans District 11 Headquarters Building Sewer Line Project, San Diego,
CA. Coordinated and conducted sensitive-species surveys of the least Bell's vireo
along a portion of the San Diego River. Mr. Quon also assisted in the preparation
of the biological technical report for the project, and assisted in the negotiations
between the client and the resource agencies.
Miramar Water Treatment Plant Expansion EIR, San Diego County, CA. As a
project wildlife biologist, Mr. Quon conducted focused protocol-level surveys for
the coastal California gnatcatcher for the proposed expansion of the Miramar
Water Treatment Plant. Other duties included conducting a raptor nesting
assessment survey of the surrounding eucalyptus woodland vegetation, and the
preparation of a biological technical letter report for the project.
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Rebecca Mccorkle Apple, MA (EDAW)
Cultural Resources
Education
MA, Anthropology, San Diego State
University, 1990
BA, Anthropology, San Diego State
University, 1978
Professional Affiliations
Society for American Archaeology
Society for California Archaeology
Certifications
Register of Professional Archaeologists
(RPA)
Certified Archaeology Consultant,
County of San Diego
Project Experience
Rebecca Apple has over 20 years of experience in cultural resource management
and serves as senior archaeologist for EDAW. Her experience includes managing
cultural resources compliance efforts for large complex projects. She is
knowledgeable in the procedures and guidelines associated with implementation
of NHPA and CEQA. Ms. Apple has managed numerous cultural resource
projects, including prehistoric, historic, and ethnographic studies. She has
directed inventories, evaluations, data recovery efforts, and monitoring programs.
She has also prepared management plans and conducted feasibility studies. Her
work frequentiy includes consultation with municipal, state, and federal agencies,
as well as Native American representatives and the public. As part of
interdisciplinary teams, Ms. Apple has managed cultural resources investigations
and authored cultural resource sections for ISs, EAs, EIRs, and EISs. Her
experience includes cultural resource investigations for pipelines, transmission
lines, power plants, highways, landfills, water resource facilities, military
installations, and commercial and residential development.
Emergency Storage Project, San Diego County, CA. Cultural Resources
Evaluation Program and Treatment Program. EDAW assisted SDCWA with
Native American consultation, implementafion of a programmatic agreement, and
coordination with ACOE. Project involved evaluation of over 20 cultural including
San Vicente Dam. Under an Historic Properties Treatment Plan prepared by
EDAW, research designs were prepared and carried out for prehistoric and
historic period resources. Treatment measures included data recovery, site
stabilization, and preparation of Historic American Engineering Record
documentation for San Vicente Dam.
La Costa Avenue/I -5 Interchange, San Diego County, CA. Directed an
archaeological survey of proposed interchange improvements in the City of
Carisbad. The project requires close coordination with City and Caltrans staff.
SR-56, San Diego County, CA. Cultural resource evaluation program for the SR-
56 EIR. Evaluated 16 sites along two alternative freeway alignments.
Fairbanks Country Villas, San Diego, CA. Prepared testing plan and
implemented testing program for proposed residential development.
Laborde Canyon Off-Highway Vehicle Park, Riverside County, CA. The areas
of the SVRA that would be open to some level of OHV use would cover
approximately 1,480 acres within the 2,640-acre Laborde Canyon site. EDAW
was contracted to conduct environmental studies for the Laborde Canyon site,
including a cultural resource records search and an intensive cultural resources
pedestrian survey of the proposed OHV park. Two prehistoric sites and the
Lockheed Facility (Beaumont Site No. 2) were recorded within the study area
during the survey.
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Diane Shalom (EDAW)
Cultural Resources
Education
MA, Anthropology, San Diego State
University, 2005
BS, Anthropology-Zoology, University
of Michigan, 200
Professional Affiliations
International Council for
Archaeozoology (ICAZ)
American Anthropological Association
(AAA)
San Diego Archaeological Center,
Escondido
Shovelbums.org
Project Experience
Diane Shalom has conducted surveys and performed test excavation and data
recovery. Her experience includes addressing precontact and historic period
resources. She also has experience in artifact classification, taxonomy, and
cataloguing. She has a broad knowledge of animal behavior and ecology and is
able to identify and differentiate California fish bones.
Hilton Carisbad Beach Resort Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Composed
a scope and cost analysis for the proposed Hilton Carisbad Beach Resort.
Veterans Affairs Cemetery, San Diego, CA. Conducted pedestrian survey for
proposed cemetery expansion.
Rancho Jamul Ecological Reserve Land Management Plan, San Diego
County, CA. Composed the existing conditions section for the Rancho Jamul
Ecological Reserve.
Hollenbeck Canyon Wildlife Area Land Management Plan, San Diego
County, CA. Composed the existing conditions section for the Hollenbeck Canyon
Wildlife Area.
Yuma Forage Enhancement, Yuma, AZ. Conducted pedestrian survey of
proposed 50-acre pronghorn drinking area and access roads in Yuma, Arizona.
Boeing Property Monitoring, Seal Beach, CA. Accessioned and catalogued
artifact collection.
Monterey Golf Course Archaeological Survey, Camp Pendleton, CA. Cleaned,
accessioned, and catalogued artifact collection.
North Baja Pipeline Looping and Laterals, Ehrenberg, Arizona to Mexican
Border. Conducted archaeological survey of 46-mile pipeline route and
alternafives in Imperial County. Documented numerous cultural resources.
Conducted archival research, prepared site records, and compiled portions of the
overview and survey report.
Los Angeles Schools No. 9, Los Angeles, CA. Conducted excavation of human
burials form 19th and 20th century cemetery. Site was the location of former Fort
Moore. The area was also known as "the Hill." This was the location of the first
secular cemetery of Los Angeles.
The University of Michigan, Ml. Analyzed and plotted the location of artifacts
from an archaeological site in Willow Run, Michigan. Charted and designed maps
of Michigan archaeological sites occupied during the eariy, middle, and late
Paleolithic, for use in a book about Great Lakes archaeology. Cleaned and sorted
children's artifacts from a slave site in New Orteans, Louisiana.
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Randy Irwin, PG, CEG (Ninyo & Moore)
Geology/Soils & Mineral Resources
Education
M.S., Geological Sciences, 1986, San
Diego State University, San Diego,
California
B.S., Geology, 1980, Sonoma State
University, Rohnert Park, California
Registration
Registered Geologist, California, PG
4582
Certified Engineering Geologist,
California, CEG 1521
Co. of San Diego Environmental
Consultant Certification
Professional Geologist, Arizona, RG
33171
Registered Engineering Geologist,
Oregon, E1429
Project Experience
Mr. Irwin's more than 23 years of experience includes a broad range of project
experience, including geologic reconnaissance and mapping, exploratory boring
and trench logging, landslide investigation, coastal bluff evaluation, and in-grading
inspection. Additional experience consists of performing and analyzing seismic
refraction traverses, aerial photograph interpretation, installing and monitoring
slope indicators, and investigating potentially compressible surficial deposits. Mr.
Irwin's responsibilities include construction services, coordinating and supervising
geotechnical field investigation and research projects, directing technical staff,
performing data analyses, and preparing and reviewing geotechnical reports.
South Carisbad State Beach, Carlsbad, CA. Chief Geologist during a limited
geotechnical evaluation for a restroom located at North Ponto Day-Use Area at
South Carlsbad State Beach. The project involved the construction of a single
American Disabilifies Act (ADA) accessible vault restroom building with an
approximately 1,000-gallon, underground holding tank, with the restroom itself
over it. An approximately 5-foot excavation will be made to accommodate the
holding tank.
Magellan Gateway Hotel EIR, Solana Beach, CA. Project Geologist for a
preliminary geotechnical evaluation for an environmental impact report (EIR) on a
3.5 acre site located east of Highway 101. The proposed development will consist
of a three-story, 115-unit, 74,000 square foot hotel with underground parking and
a 19-unit, two building condominium development For this project Mr. Irwin
provided technical oversight of the project's staff operations.
Alga Norte Community Park, Carlsbad, CA. Principal Geologist for a
geotechnical evaluation for the proposed Alga Norte Community Park. The
proposed Alga Norte Community Park will be located on a 33-acre site northwest
of the intersection of the future alignments of Poinsettia Lane and Alicante Road.
Cielo North EIR, San Diego County, CA. Project Manager during a geotechnical
evaluation to provide the geotechnical portions of an Environmental Impact Report
(EIR) for the Cielo North project. The proposed development will consist of
approximately 200 residential lots, ranging in size from one-half to two acres in
area. A total of approximately 250 acres of the property will be developed with the
remainder left in a relatively native state.
Encinitas Ranch Specific Plan and Leucadia Boulevard Alignment,
Encinitas, CA. Principal Geologist during geologic and geotechnical evaluations
to aid in the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for
approximately 836 acres. The EIR was intended for use in the formulation of a
Specific Plan for mulfi-use development and the realignment and widening of
Leucadia Boulevard.
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Stephan A. Beck,
PG, CEG, HG, REA (Ninyo & Moore)
Geology/Soils & Mineral Resources
Education
M.A., Geology, 1981, California State
University, Fresno, California
B.A., Geology, 1976, University of
California at Santa Barbara
Professional Certificate, Hazardous
Materials Management, 1989,
University of California at San Diego
Registration
Professional Geologist, California, PG
4375
Certified Engineering Geologist,
California, CEG 1512
Environmental Assessor I, California,
REA 2181
Environmental Assessor II, California,
REA 20110
Professional Geologist, Arizona, RG
33080
Certified Hydrogeologist, California,
HG 126
Professional Geologist, Wyoming, PG
2234
Environmental Manager, Nevada, CEM
1545
County of San Diego Environmental
Consultant
Certification
Certifications
OSHA 40-hour Health and Safety
Training (with annual updates)
OSHA 8-hour Health and Safety
Supervisor Training
Project Experience
As a Principal Environmental Geologist with Ninyo & Moore, Mr. Beck has 24
years of professional experience. Mr. Beck provides managerial, technical and
QA/QC oversight and support on all corporate, environmental submittals and
projects. Mr. Beck has been an active participant in the development of the San
Diego Department of Environmental Health's (DEH) Site Assessment and
Mitigation (SAM) Manual, which has been adopted by other agencies, in whole or
in part, throughout Califomia. In particular, Mr. Beck has received written
acknowledgements from the DEH for his excellent contributions to the SAM
Manual.
Central Imperial Redevelopment Plan, San Diego, CA. Principal Environmental
Geologist oversaw the preparation of the Hazardous Materials Technical Study
(HMTS) for the Central Imperial Redevelopment Plan in San Diego County,
California. The HMTS will be included as a section in a Master Environmental
Impact Report being prepared by the Southeastern Economic Development
Corporation, a non-profit public benefit corporation responsible for redevelopment
activities in southeastern San Diego. The purpose of the HMTS was to evaluate
potential environmental impacts from hazardous substances and wastes currentiy
or historically located in or nearby the 580-acre study area.
National City Downtown Specific Plan, National City, CA. Principal
Environmental Geologist in charge of the completion of a Hazardous Materials
Technical Study (HMTS) of the Nafional City Downtown Specific Plan area for the
Community Development Commission of National City. This HMTS was
performed as part of the City's Preliminary Master Environmental Plan for the
project area. Its purpose was to identify facilities of potential environmental
concern that could be addressed in later studies and/or remedial activities.
Oceanside Unified School District On-Call Environmental Consulting
Contract, Oceanside, CA. Mr. Beck is the Contract Manager and QA/QC Advisor
for the Ninyo & Moore contract to provide environmental site investigation
characterization and assessment services to Oceanside Unified School District
(OUSD) on an as-needed basis under the New School Facilifies Construcfion
program. The services performed under this contract will include Phase I
Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Preliminary Endangerment
Assessments (PEAs), Supplementary Site Invesfigafions (SSIs), and Remedial
Action Work Plans (RAWs). The site investigation activities may include
conducting subsurface investigations to characterize and delineate the extent of
soil and groundwater contaminafion; identifying and assessing the actual and
potential adverse effects of contamination to the environment and to public health
and safety, and providing appropriate remedial alternatives.
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Qualifications
P&D Consultants
Founded in the 1950s, P&D has 250 employees in offices headquartered in Orange, Pasadena, San
Diego, Sacramento and Camarillo, California; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Oak Brook, Illinois. P&D's roots
began in California, Arizona, Texas and Illinois with community and environmental planners and
professional engineers providing environmental services, land development, transportation, and public
works engineering to a variety of public and private clients. Quality, consistency and commitment to
service have long been our trademarks.
P&D is part of AECOM, a global company providing design and management services in the
transportation, facilifies and environmental markets through a family of operating companies. This
relationship has enhanced our capabilities with even stronger qualificafions, manpower and resources
for providing our clients with the quality products and services demanded by today's pressing issues.
Our many dedicated professionals provide expertise that extends from a blend of traditional services to
specialties in evolving disciplines at the forefront of our industry.
Environmental
P&D keeps abreast of the fast-changing environmental preservation and conservafion regulafions and
applies our superior knowledge to every project we undertake. P&D provides natural resources
management, land use planning and regulatory compliance services. Our dedicated environmental
planners, scientists and engineers provide expertise that extends from a blend of traditional services to
specialties in evolving disciplines at the forefront of our industry. This ranges from land banking,
mitigation planning, turnkey revegetation design and mitigation implementation to land use planning,
traffic impact analyses and air quality/noise impact studies. In the last 25 years alone, P&D has
completed over 700 Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs), 90 Environmental Impact Statements (EISs)
and 6,000 Environmental Assessments. We have served as the lead for hundreds of planning, design
and construction programs involving hazardous materials management, regulatory compliance, land
resource surveys, and environmental impact assessment and mitigation.
Restoration
P&D has a substantial record in the restoration and preservation of sustainable nafive plant
communities. Our experience includes site selection, conceptual planning (i.e. planting/seeding and
irrigation layout), cost estimations, negotiations with resource agencies, construction drawings,
overseeing the bid process, installation monitoring and reporting on performance criteria for both
riparian as well as upland plant communifies in arid climates. P&D prepares revegetation plans and
corresponding specificafions. Our biologists and landscape architects work together to select a site with
appropriate hydrology and soils, prepare a conceptual planfing program, seed mix, irrigafion concept
and maintenance and monitoring program.
Regulatory Compliance
P&D has proven expertise in completing Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); federally-required Environmental Impact Statements
(EISs) pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); and other environmental analyses
and assessments for a variety of proposed infrastructure and land development projects. The principal
services offered by P&D in safisfying environmental compliance requirements include identification of
federal, state and local requirements for permits and environmental reports; evaluafion of sites in terms
of environmental and regulatory criteria; design, implementation and monitoring of environmental impact
mitigation programs for the construction and future operations of a project; and expert testimony in
public hearings and litigation. Our regulatory specialists, who are intimately familiar with complex
permitting regulations, have designed solutions for efficiently meeting regulatory requirements.
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EDAW
Founded 67 years ago, EDAW is a planning and environmental firm with extensive experience in
general plan preparation and environmental impact analysis. EDAW staff members have a strong
understanding of urban planning processes and issues, planning elements, compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), air quality and noise studies, wetland/vernal pools and
endangered species permit requirements, cultural resources, zoning, and environmental regulatory
requirements. EDAW has over 1,200 employees woridwide, and 300 employees in five California
offices.
EDAW has extensive experience in the preparation of environmental impact studies. These documents
must describe the existing environmental setting, assess project impacts on that setting, and identify
feasible mitigation measures to eliminate or avoid significant adverse effects. With a thorough
knowledge of site conditions, EDAW can often contribute constructively to a project design as well as
make the environmental assessment of its impacts. We have provided expert testimony on
environmental matters for regulatory agencies and project owners. Our citizen participation and
outreach programs have also been highly successful in ensuring community participation in the
planning process.
Ninyo & Moore
Since 1986, clients have turned to Ninyo & Moore for innovative solutions to complex geotechnical and
environmental challenges. As a leading geotechnical and environmental sciences engineering and
consulting firm, Ninyo & Moore provides specialized services to clients in both the public and private
sectors. With offices in California, Nevada, and Arizona, the firm is fully committed to being responsive,
cost-efficient, and thorough in meeting its clients' project needs and objectives.
The quality of Ninyo & Moore's personnel base has become widely recognized. The firm's 300
professionals include registered geotechnical and civil engineers, geologists, hydrogeologists,
engineering geologists, geophysicists, environmental scienfists, and specialists in fields such as
regulatory issues and interpretation, hazardous waste management, health and safety, and remedial
action planning.
Ninyo & Moore's geotechnical division provides geotechnical engineering, feasibility studies, seismic
and geologic hazards investigations, foundation investigations, pavement design, pile design, slope
stability evaluations, soil classification, geophysical evaluations, subsurface explorations, evaluation of
liquefaction potential, preparation of earthwork and foundation specification, water resource
development planning, SWPPP/SUSMP and Best Management Practices planning, and forensic
engineering. We have provided these services throughout the western United States for a variety of
projects including airports, bridges, commercial developments, dams, educational facilities, harbor and
offshore structures, highways and roadways, hospitals, industrial developments, landfills, light rail transit
lines, parks and recreational facilities, pipelines, power stations, railroads, residential developments,
reservoirs and tanks, transmission lines, tunnels, water treatment plants, and wastewater treatment
plants.
Linscott, Law & Greenspan, Engineers
Linscott, Law & Greenspan, Engineers (LLG) provides transportation planning, traffic
engineering and parking consulting services. Since our founding in 1966, over
6,000 engagements have been completed involving a wide variety of projects throughout the
United States and overseas; however, the core of our practice is in Southern California and
Nevada.
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References
Bressi Ranch Master Plan EIR, Carisbad, CA
CBA prepared a Program EIR for the 585-acre Bressi Ranch planned community in the City of
Carisbad. The proposed project includes over 600 dwelling units, 12 acres of commercial, 133 acres of
industrial, and 205 acres of open space uses. Key issues analyzed in the EIR include land use, traffic,
biology, noise, cultural resources, and air quality. CBA and the City of Carisbad received the San Diego
AEP Award for Outstanding Environmental Document of 2002.
Client Reference: Christer Westman, Senior Planner
City of Carisbad
(760) 602-4614
Carlsbad Ranch SP EIR (Legoland Park), Carlsbad, California
CBA prepared a program EIR for an amendment to the Carisbad Ranch Specific Plan. The Specific
Plan area comprised approximately 478 gross acres of land consisting of 128 acres for LEGOLAND
Carisbad, 29 acres for the Geological Institute of America, 40 acres of R&D Office, a 280-room hotel on
10 acres, a 700-suite desfination resort on 53 acres, 27 acres of specialty retail, 72 acres for a golf
course, 53 acres of flower flelds, and 10 acres of natural open space.
Environmental issues analyzed in the EIR included agricultural resources, traffic, air quality, cultural
resources, biological resources, hazardous waste, land use, noise, public services and utilities, solid
waste, visual aesthetics, and water quality.
Client Reference: Don Neu
City of Carisbad
(760) 602-4612
One Broadway Plaza Environmental Impact Report & Traffic Study
P&D prepared the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the proposed One Broadway Plaza 38-story
office building in downtown Santa Ana. The proposed office building consists of office, retail, casual
dining and formal dining complex. The proposed project includes the rehabilitation of five historical
residential structures located along Broadway Street for commercial office uses. The total square
footage of the building is estimated at 655,000 and would be 432 feet tall. In addition to the office
building, an 8-level parking structure is proposed. The proposed project would be the tallest office
building in Orange County. The major environmental issues include traffic generation and level of
service impacts at key intersections. Other environmental issues evaluated included aesthetics, air
quality, cultural resources, land use, noise and public services/ utilities. The environmental document
included a No Project Alternative and a smaller configuration of an office building. The document was
prepared for the City of Santa Ana Planning and Building Agency. The project has been modified a
number of times and P&D continues to provide all documentation support services.
Client Reference: City of Santa Ana
Mr. Don Bott
(714) 667-2719
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SDSU Research Foundation Paseo EIR
P&D prepared the Environmental Impact Report for this proposed major mixed use project located on
approximately 11 acres of land at San Diego State University. The project is a major redevelopment
project (one of 5 San Diego City of Villages pilot projects) and includes demolition of existing
development and construction of approximately 135,000 square feet of retail, 60,000 square feet of
restaurants, a 2,900 seat multi-screen cinema, 110,000 square feet of office, and 470 multi-family
residential units. The project also includes 1,922 subterranean parking spaces and has immediate
access to the Metropolitan Transit Development Board Mission Valley East underground light rail
station. Key environmental issues examined in the EIR included land use, traffic, air quality, historic
resources, hydrology and water quality, aesthetics/neighborhood character, noise and biological
resources.
Client Reference: Teresa Nakata
SDSU Research Foundation
(619) 594-8762
Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan EIR, Carisbad, California
CBA prepared the EIR for this transit-oriented specific plan located adjacent to the NCTD rail transit
station located in southwest Carisbad. The proposed development involved 88 acres of land consisting
of 1,085 residential units and 120,000 square feet of retail and commercial service building floor area.
Environmental issues addressed in the EIR included: land use, air quality, transportation/circulation,
population and housing, biological resources, noise, public services, public services and utilities,
aesthetics and cultural resources.
Client Reference: Dee Landers (retired)
City of Carisbad
Orange County Great Park Plan and EIR
Following a vote of Orange County residents to move forward with a non-aviation land use on the
former MCAS El Toro property, CBA, a division of P&D Consultants, worked with City staff and other
team members to reflne the Orange County Great Park Plan in Irvine. The plan provides a variety of
open space and recreational uses to serve all of Orange County, including major cultural and museum
facilities, outdoor sports complexes, golf courses, and a wildlife habitat corridor. To balance the plan
and help fund the extensive infrastructure improvements required to support these community uses, the
plan also provides for housing, research and development uses, retail and office uses (375,000 square
feet), a transit-oriented design district, and a university satellite campus (7,600 students). The City of
Irvine is responsible for planning and zoning the property and will require landowners to dedicate major
portions of the land to public uses.
Client Reference: City of Irvine
Glen Worthington
Principal Planner
(949) 724-6370
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B. Schedule of Completion
Scope of Work
Environmental Impact Report
This scope of work describes the specific tasks P&D Consultants (P&D) proposes to perform in
preparing the EIR for the proposed Hilton Cartsbad Beach Resort project (herein after referred to as
"the project") based on our current understanding of the project and scope of environmental issues.
The project consists of a major resort hotel on approximately eight acres of land including 215 hotel
rooms, parking structure, 12,820 square feet of meeting space, a restaurant and spa. We understand
that three other large property owners in the area have agreed to participate in a City-initiated Program
EIR for the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan; however the Hilton Carisbad Beach Resort EIR will be
prepared separately. We have programmed time in our scope and cost estimate to coordinate our work
with that of the City consultant preparing the Program EIR to ensure consistency of information and
approach for completing these two important EIRs on parallel tracks.
This scope of services has been tailored to meet the requirements of the City of Carisbad based on the
City's RFP and our past experience in preparing EIRs in Carisbad. The EIR will be prepared in
accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and its Guidelines, as well as the
Carisbad Environmental Protection Ordinance (Titie 19 of the Carisbad Municipal Code). Task
objectives, work products, and methods are described for each task.
Technical Studies
Our scope of work assumes that the following technical studies prepared under separate contract will
be provided to P&D in a timely manner:
Acoustical Evaluation for the Hilton Carisbad Beach Resort and Spa (Wieland Associates)
Transportation Analysis for Carisbad Beach Resort and Spa (Urban Systems Associates)
Preliminary Geotechnical Invesfigation Hotel Site on Ponto Road (Geotechnics)
Existing Conditions Report (Biological) for the Ponto Land Use Strategy and Vision Project
(RECON)
Cultural Resources Constaints Study of the Ponto Specific Plan (RECON)
Geotechnical Constratints and Opportunities - Ponto Area Land Use Plan (TerraCosta Consulting
Group)
Wetiand Delineation Report for the Ponto Land Use Strategy and Vision Project (RECON)
Ponto Vision Plan Traffic Constraints Study (RBF)
Initial Study Part II, draft Mitigated Negative Declaration and draft Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program - Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan
Proposed Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan (RBF)
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The project description will also include the project objectives, a statement of benefits that may accrue,
and what needs are met by the project. The project objectives and statement of justification will be
prepared by P&D after consultation with the City staff and project applicant. A final project description
will be prepared which incorporates revisions based on City review of the draft project description.
Maps and figures will be provided as applicable to support the textual descriptions of the project.
Subtask 1.6 Notice of Preparation (NOP)
P&D will be responsible for preparation of the Notice of Preparation for the EIR and the City will be
responsible for its distribution. P&D will prepare a draft of each of these documents to ensure issues
are properiy identified and discussed and the documents are prepared consistent with CEQA
requirements.
Task 1.0 Work Products:
• Draft Project Description (3 copies)
• Final Project Descripfion (3 copies)
• Draft Cumulative Projects List (3 copies)
• Final Cumulative Projects List (3 copies)
• Draft Notice of Preparation (3 copies)
• Final Notice of Preparation (3 copies)
Task 2.0 First Screencheck EIR
The purpose of this task is to prepare a complete screencheck EIR and Appendices for review by the
City. The document organization described is designed to meet the requirements of CEQA, the CEQA
Guidelines and the Carisbad Environmental Protection Ordinance. The screencheck EIR and
Appendices will be complete documents, providing all text, tables, and figures.
The following structure and content will be used for the EIR:
Introduction/Summary
The Introduction/Summary will include: 1) project synopsis; 2) summary of significant impacts and
mifigafion measures that reduce the significant impacts; 3) project alternatives; 4) areas of controversy;
5) issues to be resolved by the decision making body.
The Summary will be formatted to cleariy identify appropriate agency findings with regard to mitigation
measures and significant effects of the project in each environmental issue area analyzed. This will be
accomplished by providing the summary of impacts and mitigation measures in a tabular format listing
the environmental impacts identified for each environmental issue area, recommended mifigation
measures, and level of significance after mifigation. (Exhibits: Project Maps, Project Description Table,
Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures Table, and Comparison of Alternatives Table.)
Section 1.0 Project Description
The project descripfion will provide a detailed description of the proposed project. This section will
include a description of the project location in a local and regional perspective, statement of project
objectives, technical/economic/environmental characteristics ofthe project, intended uses ofthe EIR,
agencies expected to use the EIR, list of permits/approvals/discretionary actions associated with the
project, environmental setting, and availability of reports. (Exhibits: Regional Setting Map, Project
Location and Boundaries Map, Project Plans and Figures, Aerial Photograph, others as appropriate)
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Section 2.0 Environmental Setting
Section 2.0 will provide a general environmental setting of the proposed project This section will
describe baseline environmental conditions, resources unique to the region, and consistency with
regional plans. A more detailed environmental setting will be provided within each impact section.
Section 3.0 Significant Environmental Impacts
Section 3.0 of the EIR will provide the detailed environmental analysis for each of the environmental
issues below to be examined in the EIR. The format of each environmental section (e.g., land use,
traffic, air quality, etc/) will be: existing conditions, thresholds of determining significance, analysis of
project effects (including any significant effects resulting from proposed mitigation) and determination as
to significance, mitigation measures (including discussion of available mitigation and feasibility), and
impact after mitigation (including significant effects that cannot be avoided). The following issues will be
analyzed in the EIR using the approaches/methods described below:
Section 3.1 Aesthetics. P&D will describe the exisfing visual setting of the site including public
viewsheds, elevations and topography. We will prepare three (3) visual simulations of the proposed
project as seen from public viewsheds, such as Carisbad Boulevard, the railroad ROW, and Ponto
Drive) based on the proposed graded pads with proposed maximum building heights. Impacts
associated with the project will be analyzed for compliance with the City policies and ordinances.
Development of the site will also generate new sources of light and glare and P&D will also analyze
such impacts.
Section 3.2 Agricultural Resources. P&D will describe the project site's agricultural setting and
proposed project impacts based on State Department of Conservation and any local criteria for
assessment of agricultural resource quality. This analysis will the type, amount, location and economic
value of any significant farmland that will be lost to the proposed project
Section 3.3 Air Quality. P&D will utilize the services of team member EDAW to complete the technical
analysis for air quality impacts. EDAW staff will prepare an Air Quality Technical Report to determine if
the predicted emissions during construction or operation of the project would result in significant
impacts on local or regional air quality. The air quality analysis will consider emission of pollutants from
construction activities and operation of the project. Projected construction emissions would be
generated from construction data (e.g., assumed duration of construction, phasing, amount of disturbed
soil, types of equipment to be used, number of construction workers, etc.) provided by the applicant
and/or the City. Mobile source emissions will be estimated based, in part, on trip generation data from
the traffic report prepared for this project. The URBEMIS 2002 model will be used to estimate regional
emissions associated with the project. EDAW staff will use Transportation Project-Level Carbon
Monoxide Protocol methodology to determine if project traffic may result in local carbon monoxide
hotspots. If necessary, EDAW will then use the project traffic data to perform a quantitative analysis of
local mobile source impacts using the CALINE4 model for up to 3 area intersections. Intersections will
be modeled under peak-hour traffic conditions to determine potential localized carbon monoxide hot
spots impacts.
The technical analysis will address the project's conformance with the San Diego Regional Air Quality
Strategy and/or the State Implementation Plan and whether the project would result in emissions that
violate any air quality standard or contribute substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation.
The analysis will also determine if the project will expose any sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant
concentrations or create objectionable odors. We have assumed that the traffic report prepared for the
project will provide all necessary traffic information to complete the air quality analysis.
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Section 3.5 Cultural Resources. P&D will utilize the services of team member EDAW to address
cultural resources. EDAW will solicit an updated record search from the South Coast Information
Center at San Diego State University. EDAW cultural resource staff will then provide a third-party
review of the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan cultural resources study prepared by RECON. If no
fiaws/inadequacies are found in this report, its findings will be incorporated into the EIR. In addition, the
RECON recommendafion for testing will be assessed on the information provided in the RECON (2003)
study and the results of an on-site examination of the resources present. All work will be conducted in
accordance with the requirements of the "City of Carisbad Cultural Resource Guidelines" dated
December 1990. If the testing recommended by RECON is warranted, it will be determined whether
this testing should occur immediately, or if it will be incorporated into the EIR as a mitigation measure.
If testing is required, a separate cost estimate will be prepared.
Assumptions
The scope of work and costs are based on the following assumptions:
The City will provide a copy of the 2003 RECON report
No technical report will be prepared
Cultural resource staff will be available for one meeting
No field work will be conducted other than a site walk-over to familiarize staff with resources extant.
Section 3.6 Geology/Soils. P&D team member Ninyo & Moore will perform the following tasks for the
preliminary geotechnical evaluation to address geology and soils issues for the EIR:
a)
b)
c)
d)
Review of pertinent available literature including topographic maps, geologic maps, stereoscopic
aerial photographs, and available geologic reports.
Third party review of geotechnical reports prepared by Geotechnics and TerraCosta Consulting
Group for the site
A geologic reconnaissance of the project study area.
Compilafion and analysis of the data obtained.
e) Preparation of a report presenting our findings and conclusions related to geotechnical conditions at
the site, and potential geotechnical constraints on the proposed construction. The report will discuss
unstable soils, remedial earthwork, landslides, rocky soils, fault rupture, seismic ground shaking,
subsidence, settlement surcharging, liquefaction, proposed slope stability, groundwater, and
mineral resource impacts.
Section 3.7 Hazards/Hazardous Materials. P&D will utilize team member Ninyo & Moore (N&M) to
prepare a hazardous materials technical study (HMTS) for the EIR. N&M will:
a) Review readily available maps, reports and other environmental documents pertaining to the project
area. N&M requests that the client provide copies of all existing environmental documents pertinent
to the assessment, including electronic versions of figures and/or maps of the project area.
b) Review of regulatory agency environmental databases for the project area and for properties
located within a 1,000-foot radius of the project area. The purpose of this review is to evaluate the
possible environmental impact to the project area from known hazardous waste sites, landfills,
railroad operations, leaking underground storage tanks, permitted facilities that utilize underground
storage tanks, and facilities that use, store or dispose of hazardous materials.
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Assumptions
It is assumed that technical analyses will be conducted by a consultant that address hydrology and
water quality for the project, including a Drainage Study and Storm Water Management Plan/Water
Quality Technical Report. If these documents are not available prior to preparation of the EIR, then
they will be included as mitigation measures for the proposed project.
• Scope does not include the preparation of a Drainage Study or hydrological analysis.
• Scope does not include the preparation of a Storm Water Management Plan/Water Quality
Technical Report as required by the NPDES Municipal Permit.
• Assessment assumes that an existing topographic map and site layout is available. No surveying is
included.
• Scope does not include the preparation of a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.
Section 3.9 Land Use/Planning. Land use impacts will be described in terms of existing and proposed
land uses on the site with a focus on: a) land use compatibility (i.e., types of uses and scale,
development intensity, infrastructure, and pattern of development) between the proposed use and
surrounding uses, either existing or planned; b) consistency with existing plans and policies for the site;
and c) consistency with other adopted plans, ordinances and policies as applicable. The land use
section will provide an evaluation of the project's consistency with related plans, such as the General
Plan, Palomar Airport Comprehensive LUP, Landscape Manual, Local Coastal Plan, MSHCP,
Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan, related Master Plans, Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision
Regulations.
Section 3.10 Mineral Resources. As described in Section 3.6 above, P&D team member Ninyo &
Moore (N&M) will conduct third party review of geotechnical reports prepared by Geotechnics and
TerraCosta Consulting Group for the site. As part of that review, N&M will identify impacts to known
valuable mineral resources resulting from the project.
Section 3.11 Noise. P&D team member EDAW will provide a third-party review of the acoustical
analysis prepared by Wieland. If no fiaws/inadequacies are found in this report, its findings will be
incorporated into the EIR.
The review will include the following specific points:
• Review assumpfions governing the noise analysis and objectives of the Wieland report.
• Review technical approach relative to assumptions, methodology, and analysis/conclusions. In
particular, determine if the modeling methodology was correctly applied and whether the results are
reasonable.
• Review and identify significance criteria and identify the significance of direct and indirect impacts.
• Review recommendations for mitigation as to feasibility and consistency with the City's General
Plan and Noise Guidelines Manual. Comment as to whether the recommendations will resolve
stated noise issues and whether the measures are feasible.
EDAW will conduct a site visit to observe the general conditions and activities in and around the project
site.
If inadequacies or flaws are found in the analysis, EDAW will prepare a letter report documenting its
flndings. Additional analysis and recommendations may be appropriate depending on the results of the
review, for which a scope and cost would be prepared at that time.
The scope of work provides for modification of the letter report should the City have comments or
quesfions.
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Limitations
The work to be performed will be limited to review of information that is contained within the Wieland
report and no efforts will be made to replicate the modeling results, noise measurements, or other
analytical assessments and/or calculations. However, the experience of the reviewers will be engaged
to evaluate the professional and technical quality of the methods employed, conclusions made, and
recommendations presented.
Assumptions
• The scope of work and costs are based on the following assumptions:
• The City will provide a copy of the 2005 Wieland acoustical analysis
• No technical report will be prepared
• A noise technician will be available for one meeting
• No field work will be conducted other than a site walk-over to familiarize staff with the project site.
Section 3.12 Population/Housing. P&D will analyze the potenfial for the project to result in significant
environmental impacts associated with additional population and housing in Carisbad. The proposed
project may indirectiy induce growth through the provision of a new hotel, road extensions and
infrastructure to support new homes. We will compare the proposed project to the General Plan, LCP
and Zone 22 Local Facilities Management Plan to determine if it will induce substantial growth in the
area directly or indirectly. Displacement of exisfing housing units and occupants will also be assessed
and public ufilities will be evaluated to ensure that the adequacy of the City's public facility plans will not
be adversely impacted by the project. Mifigation measures will be identified for any potentially
significant impacts identified.
Section 3.13 Public Services. Development of the proposed project will result in an increase in
demand for public services, including; a) police protecfion; b) fire protecfion; c) schools; and d) solid
waste. The EIR will address project impacts on the above public services in terms of the increase in
demand the project places on services, as well as the environmental impact associated with the
expansion or construction of new facilities required to serve the project.
Section 3.14 Recreation. P&D will analyze the proposed projects impacts on recreation within Zone
22. This analysis will assess the ability of the City and State to meet the recreational demands of the
proposed project and will be compared against those identified in the Zone 22 LFMP.
Section 3.15 Transportation/Circulation. P&D team member Linscott Law & Greenspan (LLG) will
review both traffic studies discussed in the RFP, as well as comments and letters related to the project's
eariier City Council hearing. The review will be based on conformance with the City's Growth
Management Program and SANTEC guidelines. Areas that will be specifically analyzed include:
existing conditions; trip generafion; trip distribution; level of service calculations; cumulative analysis;
and access/pedestrians/bicycles/parking. The review will specifically assess the determinations of
significant impacts and recommended mifigation measures to ensure these important areas of the study
are properiy idenfified.
Section 3.16 Utilities and Service Systems. Development of the proposed project will result in an
increase in demand for ufilities, including; a) water; b) reclaimed water; c) sewer; d) gas and electric.
The EIR will address project impacts on the above utilities in terms of the increase in demand the
project places on services, as well as the environmental impact associated with the expansion or
construction of new utilities required to serve the project We have assumed that information on the
water, sewer and reclaimed water systems for the project will be available from other consultants
working for the project applicant.
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Section 4.0 Project Alternatives
As described in the CEQA Guidelines, P&D will prepare an EIR that describes a reasonable range of
alternatives to the project, focusing on alternatives capable of eliminating any significant adverse
environmental effects or reducing them to a level of insignificance. P&D will examine up to three
alternafives within the EIR. The specific description of alternatives will be based on discussion and
agreement between the City and P&D, but are likely to include "no project," "alternative site analysis,"
and "reduce development."
(Exhibits: Matrix comparing environmental effects of alternatives, graphic exhibits of alternatives as
appropriate) To allow decision makers to easily weigh the advantages and disadvantages of the
alternatives compared to the proposed project, P&D will include a matrix comparing the relative impacts
of each altemative and a narrative description of the environmental advantages and disadvantages of
each alternative.
Section 5.0 Cumulative and Growth Inducing Environmental Impacts
This section will identify the potential cumulative effects resulting from this project and other known
projects identified by City staff. All cumulative effects will be discussed in this section to cleariy
separate the project effects from effects which are only significant when combined with effects of other
projects. P&D will work with the City to prepare a draft and final list of related projects that will need to
be considered in the cumulative analysis. We will also identify assumptions regarding regional growth
forecasts and General Plan buildout, absorption rates, and other factors important in estimating
cumulative impacts.
This section will also address growth-inducing impacts, significant irreversible environmental changes
resultant from project implementation, and significant environmental effects which cannot be avoided if
the proposed project is implemented. The growth-inducing secfion will address the potential of the
proposed project to either directiy or indirectiy induce economic or population growth in the surrounding
environment The phasing of community services and facilities to serve the new development and the
potential for the development to use large amounts of fuel or energy are also discussed. Potenfial
growth inducing impacts will be assessed in terms of the project's compliance with local and regional
growth management policies. The EIR will also address significant irreversible environmental changes
associated with implementation of the project, such as the use of nonrenewable resources and the
irretrievable commitment of the resources. A subsection of this section of the EIR will also identify
areas of significant impact that based on the analysis contained within the EIR cannot be reduced to a
less than significant level.
Section 6.0 Environmental Impacts Found to be Not Significant
This secfion will address the impacts found to be not significant as part of the EIR process and the
impacts found not to be significant.
Section 7.0 References
This secfion will identify organizations, persons and documents consulted in preparation ofthe EIR.
Section 8.0 List of Persons who Prepared the EIR
Firms and individuals involved in the preparation ofthe document will be identified in this section.
Task 2.0 Work Products
First Screencheck EIR and Appendices (5 copies in 3-ring binders)
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Task 3.0 Second Screencheck EIR
The City will review the first screencheck EIR and Appendices and identify revisions in the form of a
single marked-up copy of the document/appendices indicating all desired changes, corrections and
areas for expansion, etc. P&D will prepare a second City screencheck EIR and appendices
incorporating City's comments on the first screencheck EIR, as well as a first draft of the Mifigation
Monitoring and Reporting Program and Findings of Fact. A separate draft Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program will be prepared and will include monitoring team qualifications, specific monitoring
activities, and a reporting system for evaluating the success of mitigation measures.
Work Products:
Second Screencheck EIR, Appendices, Mifigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Findings of
Fact (5 copies in 3-ring binders)
Task 4.0 Draft EIR
The City will review the second screencheck EIR/Appendices/MMRP and prepare revisions in the form
of a single marked-up copy of the document indicating all desired changes, corrections and areas for
expansion, etc.
P&D will incorporate City comments on the second screencheck EIR, Appendices and MMRP into a
public review Draft EIR. The public review Draft EIR, including appendices and MMRP, will be printed
and copies will be prepared for distribution. The City will be responsible for the distribution of the Draft
EIR to public agencies and other interested parties.
Work Products:
Draft EIR, Appendices and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
• 25 copies in 3-ring binders
• 25 copies spiral bound
• 1 unbound reproducible copy
• 1 CD ROM
Task 5.0 First Screencheck Responses to Comments, Final EIR and Findings of Fact
P&D will prepare first screencheck responses to comments received on the Draft EIR during the 45-day
public review period. We have provided a budget estimate for preparation of responses to comments
that assumes a moderate amount of controversy with respect to this project based on the size and
location of the project. This estimate will need to be refined based on the actual volume and complexity
of the comments received on the Draft EIR. Based on comments received from City staff on the
screencheck Findings of Fact, P&D will prepare Draft Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding
Considerations (SOC), if necessary.
The first screencheck Final EIR will be prepared including the following changes to the Draft EIR:
Revised cover page;
Introduction to Final EIR;
Revised table of contents;
Project Overview;
Revised text of EIRs incorporating changes;
List of Comments Received on the Draft EIR; and.
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• Comments received and responses to comments on the Draft EIR.
Work Products:
• First Screencheck Responses to Comments (5 copies in 3-ring binders)
• First Screencheck Final EIR (5 copies in 3-ring binders)
• Draft Findings of Fact/SOC (5 copies in 3-ring binders)
Task 6.0 Second Screencheck Final EIR
Based on comments received from City staff on the first screencheck Final EIR, P&D will prepare a
second screencheck.
Final EIR for staff review, including the MMRP and Draft Findings of Fact/SOC.
Work Products:
Second Screencheck Final EIR, MMRP and Draft Findings of Fact/SOC (5 copies in 3-ring binders)
Task 7.0 Final EIR, Appendices and MMRP
Based on comments received by City staff on the second screencheck Final EIR, P&D will prepare the
Final EIR, Appendices and MMRP for consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council.
Following EIR certificafion, P&D will prepare copies ofthe certified Final EIR, Appendices, MMRP and
Findings of Fact
Work Products:
Final EIR and Appendices
• 25 copies in 3-ring binders
• 25 copies spiral bound
• 1 unbound reproducible copy
• 1 CD
Certified Final EIR, Appendices, MMRP and Findings of Fact
• 5 copies spiral bound
• 1 CD
Task 8.0 Meetings and Hearings
Subtask 8.1 City Staff Meetings
P&D will attend meetings with the City staff to facilitate preparation of the EIR, resolve issues, and
review screencheck documents. The attached budget spreadsheet identifies the hours assumed for
this task. We have budgeted for 9 staff meetings.
Subtask 8.2 Hearings
The P&D principal/project manager will also attend hearings before the Planning Commission and City
Board of Supervisors to provide expert testimony on the EIR. Our cost estimate assumes a total of
three (3) public hearings. The attached budget spreadsheet identifies the hours assumed for this task.
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Schedule
P&D will maintain the following EIR project schedule, subject to the timely provision of information and
response to draft material by the City and applicant or other circumstances beyond our control:
Day 1 Contract initiation
Day 14 Draft Project Description and Draft Related Projects List
Day 28 Final Project Description, Final Related Projects List and Notice of Preparation
Day 80 First Screencheck Draft EIR and Appendices to City
Day 100 City comments on First Screencheck Draft EIR and Appendices to P&D
Day 130 Second Screencheck Draft EIR/Appendices and First Draft MMRP and Findings
of Fact/Statement of Oveniding Considerations to City
Day 150 City comments on Second Screencheck Draft EIR and Appendices to P&D
Day 165 Public Review Draft EIR, Appendices, MMRP and Notice of Completion to City
for distribution
Day 210 Draft EIR Public Review comments to P&D
Day 240 First Screencheck Responses to Comments, Final EIR, MMRP and FOF/SOC to
City
Day 260 City Comments on Responses, Final EIR, MMRP and FOF/SOC
Day 290 Second Screencheck Responses to Comments. Final EIR, MMRP and
FOF/SOC to City
Day 300 Authorization from City to print Final EIR and MMRP
Day 310 Final EIR and MMRP to City for distribution
Following EIR Final Certified EIR to City
Certification
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PACIFIC MUNICIPAL
CONSULTANTS
January 19, 2006
Michele Masterson
Management Analyst
City of Carlsbad
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carlsbad, CA 92008
RE: PROPOSAL FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES TO PREPARE AN EIR
FOR THE CARSLBAD HILTON BEACH RESORT
Dear Ms. Masterson:
On behalf of Pacific Municipal Consultants (PMC) and the rest of the Project Team, we
are pleased to submit this proposal for consultant services to prepare an Environmental
Impact Report (EIR) for the Carlsbad Hilton Beach Resort. We are enthusiastic about
the opportunity to provide this service for the project and are eager to use our
knowledge of the project area.
This project is similar in scope and issues to other PMC projects highlighted in this
proposal, which comprise the core of our planning and environmental service
experience. These projects demonstrate our capability to manage projects and
successfully resolve a wide range of environmental issues. We are confident that our
familiarity with the environmental review process and our staff located in San Diego
County will enable us to provide a high level of service toward the preparation of
required for this important project.
PROJECT TEAM
To complete the proposed scope of work, PMC is dedicating key staff members
including Gary Wayne, Project Director and Kevin Grant, EIR Project Manger. Through
the identification of these individuals, we are making a commitment to the City
regarding their availability for all tasks within the work scope. Mr. Wayne in particular
has extensive experience working with residential and commercial projects and is very
familiar with local issues and conditions. Mr. Grant has a broad range of experience in
the preparation of EIRs. Additional specialized staff resources within PMC include Lance
Schulte for financial and planning services. All PMC staff selected for this project are
familiar with the local and regional resource issues in the area.
To assist PMC in the completion of the scope of services, we have assembled a qualified
Project Team with whom we share successful and long-term relationships and/or who
have considerable experience working in the region.
CHICO
140 Independence Circle
Suite C
Chico, CA 95973
Phone(530)894-3469
Fax (530) 894-6459
DAVIS
1590 Drew Avenue
Suite 120
Davis, CA 95616
Phone(530)750-7076
Fax (530) 750-2811
MONTEREY
585 Cannery Row
Suite 304
Monterey, CA 93940
Phone (831)644-9174
Fax(831)644-7696
MI SHASTA
508 Chestnut Street
Suite A
Mt. Shasta, CA 96067
Phone(530)926-4059
Fax(530)926-4279
OAKLAND
1440 Broadway
Suite 1008
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone(510)272-4491
Fax (510) 268-9207
PHOENIX
1616 E.Indian School Road
Suite 440
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Phone (602) 279-1360
Fax (602) 279-1326
RANCHO CORDOVA
10461 Old Placerville Road
Suite 110
Rancho Cordova, CA 95827
Phone (916) 361-8384
Fax (916) 361-1574
SAN DIEGO
10951 Sorrento Valley Road
Suite 1-A
San Diego, CA 92121
Phone(858)453-3602
Fax(858)453-3628
Michele Masterson, Management Analyst
City of Carlsbad
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We have reviewed the RFP and have enclosed six (6) copies of the proposal for your review and
consideration. This proposal shall remain valid for a period of not less than 120 days from the date of
submittal. We encourage you to check our references. PMC works diligently to meet project deadlines
within established budgets. It is more important to perform well and meet the needs of our clients than
to be sidetracked by administrative issues.
If you should have any questions on the proposal, please contact:
Gary Wayne. Senior Associate
Pacific Municipal Consultants
Tel: (858) 453-3602
Email: GWayne@pacificmunicipal.com
We appreciate your consideration of PMC for this important assignment, and look forward to
participating further in the consultant selection process. Please let us know if you require any additional
information, or have questions regarding this submittal.
Sincerely.
PACIFIC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS
Philip O. Carter
President
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PACIFIC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS
Submitted to:
Michele Masterson,
Management Analyst
City of Carlsbad
Planning Department
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carisbad, CA 92008
Submitted by:
PACIFIC MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS
10951 Sorrento Valley Rd., Suite 1-A
San Diego, CA 92121
Phone: (858) 453-3602
Fax: (858) 453-3628
PMG
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Project Understanding and Approach 1
Detailed Work Program 3
Personnel, Qualifications, and References 16
Schedule of Completion 18
Contract Price and Allowable Cost 19
Additional Information 21
APPENDIX
Ability to Comply
ATTACHMENTS
CD: 2006 Statement of Qualifications
City of Carlsbad I^M C
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PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
AND APPROACH
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING AND APPROACH
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The proposed project is the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Hilton Carisbad Beach
Resort, a 215-room hotel with meeting facilities, a restaurant, spa, parking structure, and pedestrian trail on
8.015 acres in the southwest quadrant of Carisbad. The project involves analysis of all required CEQA topics,
and covers the Site Development Plan (SDP 05-14), Redevelopment Permit (RP-05-11), Coastal Development
Permit (CDP 05-43), and Tentative Parcel Map (MS 05-23).
BACKGROUND
The site ofthe proposed development is the northernmost portion ofthe Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan
area. The Vision Plan study area encompasses approximately 130 acres, 50 acres of which are considered
viable for future development The City has initiated a Program EIR covering the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision
Plan as well as three out of a total of four individual development projects within the study area; the fourth
being the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort, for which the aforementioned project-specific EIR will be prepared.
PMC understands that the existing General Plan Land Use Designation for the Hilton Carisbad Beach Resort
site is RMH/TR with approximately 1.5 acres designated TR, and the zone designation ofthe site is CT-Q/RDM-
Q, with the northernmost 1.5 acre parcel designated CT-Q. The northernmost 1.24-acre parcel is within the
Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan, and zoned CT, General Plan designation TR. PMC's planners are well
versed in local land use compatibility analysis and are experienced with the City of Carlsbad's ordinances and
policies.
PMC is equipped to adequately and systematically cover all issues relatlngto this EIR. As has been shown with
the response to the previously presented Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Ponto Beachfront Village
Vision Plan, coastal development projects such as the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort require a great deal of
attention to existing land uses that may be impacted, and public concern must be addressed accordingly.
TECHNICAL STUDIES
PMC recognizes that a number of technical studies and other supporting documents have already been
generated for the proposed project. Third party reviews will be conducted to determine the adequacy of
existing studies. These include site-specific technical reports, reports generated for the Ponto Study Area, and
pre-existing technical studies. These documents will be utilized to the greatest extent possible in the
preparation of this EIR, which will allow the Project Team to focus on the resource issues specific to the project
site. In the event the adequacies of these technical documents are found to be insufficient, additional studies
will be performed and subsequentiy analyzed.
PROJECT APPROACH
PMC's approach to preparing the Hilton Carisbad Beach Resort EIR shall be based upon the following:
• Provision of Environmental Documents Meeting all Regulatory Requirements. One of PMC's many
strengths is our ability to prepare environmental documents for complex projects. Our Project
Team brings a comprehensive level of understanding of the legal requirements and nuances of
CEQA documentation. In working with the City, local, state and Federal agencies, as well as the
community, we will pursue a work plan leading to the preparation ofthe requisite environmental
documents meeting all regulatory requirements, focused on relevant issues.
• Use of Technical Expert SuthConsultants. In the event that the project may require additional
technical studies, such deficiencies will be met efficiently by utilization of a team of sub-
consultants PMC has developed that have previous experience in the greater San Diego area.
PMC will work closely with each sub-consultant and coordinate to ensure the entire team has the
benefit of the full complement of expert analysis. The technical studies will form the basis of the
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environmental analysis in the EIR, which will provide an assessment of the probable short, long-
term, and cumulative impacts ofthe project
• Determination of Project Mitigation Measures and Monitoring Program. The EIR prepared for the
Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort project will be successful only to the extent it can identify project
impacts and appropriate mitigation measures to reduce those impacts to less than significant
levels. The establishment of impact thresholds will be a critical component of the environmental
analyses, leading to the identification of appropriate mitigation and development of a mitigation-
monitoring program that will cleariy define the timing and implementation of mitigation measures.
• Project Team with Experience In the Region. PMC shall provide technical staff that have assisted
in the preparation of environmental documents for other projects in the greater San Diego area
and are experienced with the City of Carlsbad and the issues pertinent to the Ponto Study Area
and the Hilton site.
• Provide Optimum Use of PMC Team Resources. As a means of maintaining compliance with the
project Scope of Work, project schedule and operating budget, the Project Management Team will
ensure the work of all team members remains focused and on task. By using sub-consultants
that have worked successfully with PMC in the past we will avoid the need for extraneous work
and reduce the potential for significant redrafting of documents.
• Continuous Coordination with the City and Agencies. The project will require significant effort in
the area of communication, and will necessitate working closely with local, state and Federal
agencies. Communication with City staff will also be emphasized to ensure our team achieves
desired project objectives. PMC often operates as an extension of agency staff. Our municipal
focus and extensive experience working as staff for public agencies provides our clients with a
unique perspective oriented toward the development of practical and feasible mitigation
strategies. When PMC is selected to assist a community with a planning or environmental
compliance effort, we are also committing the resources of the entire firm. Since we work for
agencies throughout California, we are able to provide excellent examples of successful
approaches utilized by other Jurisdictions.
• Use of Existing Environmental Information Whenever Possible. PMC has developed a wealth of
environmental information in recent years through work on numerous EIRs and other
environmental documents. We will draw upon this information where possible to facilitate
meeting the project schedule and as a means of reducing project costs. In addition, we pride
ourselves on utilizing existing information to the greatest extent possible to improve efficiency and
reduce project costs, where possible.
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SCOPE OF WORK
Presented below is the proposed Scope of Work for preparation and processing of the Hilton Carlsbad Beach
Resort EIR, based on PMC's understanding of the proposed project. For purposes of this scope of work, it is
assumed that once the detailed project description has been established, the proposed project will not change
during the preparation ofthe EIR. Once the technical studies are underway, any project modification resulting
in the need for new or revised technical analysis may be considered a significant change to the project scope
and potentially subject to a contract amendment.
TASK I: PROJECT INITIATION/REVIEW EXISTING REPORTS/TEAM MEETINGS
PMC will attend up to four meetings with City staff to review and finalize the proposed scope of work and to
coordinate key steps in the program approach. PMC will gather and review all relevant documents in order to
understand the range of issues associated with this project and for use in conducting the environmental
analysis. PMC will also prepare a detailed project description for City review during Task 1. PMC will prepare
the Notice of Preparation. There will be a public scoping meeting associated with the release of the Notice of
Preparation, which PMC will attend and provide assistance to the City.
TASK 2: PREPARE SCREENCHECK DRAFT EIR
FIRST SCREEN CHECK DRAFT EIR
PMC will prepare a Screencheck Draft EIR and submit five hard copies for review by City staff. The First Screen
Check Draft EIR will contain an analysis of potentially significant, adverse environmental effects ofthe project,
and will document if any mitigation is needed in order to reduce impacts to a less-than-significant level. The
First Screen Check Draft EIR will be written in a clear and concise way de-emphasizing technical Jargon to
create a document that is defensible and easily understood by the general public. PMC will remain in close
contact with the City and discuss any significant impacts that may not be possible to mitigate to a less-than-
significant level. PMC will utilize existing technical information prepared for the Hilton Carisbad Beach Resort
and Spa, and the adjacent Ponto Study Area.
Following one round of comments from City staff on the Screencheck Draft EIR PMC will revise the
Screencheck Draft EIR as needed and will prepare and deliver five (5) copies of the Draft EIR to City staff.
Following the second round of comments from City staff PMC will revise the Screencheck Draft EIR as needed
and will prepare and deliver fifteen (15) copies to the State Clearinghouse, and fifty (50) hard-copies, one (1)
un-bound reproducible copy of all documents, twenty-five (25) 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.
The EIR will be prepared in accordance with the requirements of CEQA guidelines 2006 Section 15161, and
the City of Carisbad. The content of the EIR and the work tasks for the individual topic areas are described
below.
introduction
The introductory section will discuss the legal authority for preparing the EIR under CEQA and will describe the
City's environmental review process. The introduction will also include a list of issues addressed in the EIR, as
well as those issues that clearly do not pertain to the project Included will be a discussion of the discretionary
approvals and permits required by the City and other agencies relying on the EIR for environmental
information. Also included will be a brief background discussion on the planning history of the City, as well as
relevant General Plan policies concerning this site.
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Executive Summary
This section will include a brief description of the project and a summary table, which lists all of the potential
impacts identified in the EIR by topic, along with the corresponding mitigation measures and the level of
significance after mitigation.
Project Description
The project description will provide a clear and concise description of the project setting conditions, project
objectives, project features and requested entitlements. The project description shall be consistent with the
requirements of State CEQA Guidelines Section 15124 and relevant case law.
Environmentai Setting, Impacts, and Mitigation Measures
This is the main chapter of the EIR, and will include separate sections for each environmental topic, with the
discussion for each topic formatted under the subheadings Environmental Setting, Impacts, and Mitigation
Measures. This chapter will be formatted so that the impact statements and corresponding mitigation
measures will stand out from the text for easy reference. Findings will be made as to the level of significance of
each impact after mitigation. The topics that are expected to be evaluated in the EIR are described below.
Aesthetics/Visual Resources
The project site is visible from Carlsbad Boulevard and the railroad right-of-way. The following tasks shall be
conducted to address potential visual resource impacts:
• Describe the existing visual setting of the site including public view sheds, elevations, and
topography.
• PMC will prepare and evaluate at least three (3) visual simulations for the proposed project as
seen from public view sheds (Carisbad Boulevard, railroad right-of-way, Ponto Drive, etc.). The
visual simulations will include existing conditions, the proposed graded pads, and the graded pads
with the proposed maximum building heights depicted. An initial site visit will include collecting
measurements, assessing the existing condition of the site, and identifying and analyzing the
landscape context Photographs of the existing condition will be taken and will be documented in
relation to the existing condition survey. This task will include walking the site to gain an
understanding of the existing conditions including topography, views to and from the site, and the
general context of where the property is located. We will utilize existing natural features and other
methods to take site photographs for the existing conditions based on predetermined locations by
the City of Carisbad for use when developing simulations. In addition, existing surrounding
structures will be photographed for context imagery and perhaps to use on the final simulations.
The three dimensional modeling process consists of the construction of a digital model of the site
and building massing. The proposed structures will be modeled in massing form only and will be
"generic" in nature. A topographic map ofthe site and a preliminary site design will be provided to
the City. This phase will also be completed for one project alternative at the same level of detail.
The three dimensional model will be merged with the existing photos and applicant renderings to
create approximate illustrations of the project and the alternative. This will include approximate
placement of proposed landscaping elements within the digital photographs.
• PMC will analyze changes to the visual setting based on conformance with the General Plan, Local
Coastal Program, and Zoning Ordinance to determine if the project would result in a significant
negative visual impact
• PMC will identify the criteria used to determine significance, and will identify any significant and
less than significant direct and indirect impacts resulting from the project. PMC will also
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recommend appropriate mitigation measures as may be required, and identify any impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Agricultural Resources
The proposed project site is disturbed and no agricultural activities have occurred on the property for over 20
years. The northern parcel ofthe project site is located within the Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan and Mello
II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and will require compliance with the agricultural conversion
requirements of those documents.
Local impact analysis tasks would include:
• PMC will 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. PMC will also identify any
impacts or confiicts with thresholds for farmland conversion established by the State Department
of Conversion.
• PMC will 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
ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Air Quality
The City of Carlsbad is within the South Coast Air Quality Management District. The project is within the
Jurisdiction of the South County Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). The SCQAMD Governing Board
adopted the 2003 Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) on August 1, 2003. The 2003 AQMP updates the
attainment demonstration for federal standards for ozone and PMIO; replaces the 1997 attainment
demonstration for the federal carbon monoxide (CO) standard and provides a basis for a maintenance plan for
CO for the future; and updates the maintenance plan for the federal nitrogen dioxide (N02) standard that the
South Coast Air Basin has met since 1992. The revision of the AQMP points to the urgent need of additional
emissions reductions (beyond those incorporated in the 1997/99 Plan) from all sources, specifically those
under the Jurisdiction of the California Air Resources Board and the US EPA which account for approximately
80 percent ofthe ozone precursor emissions in the Basin (www.aqmd.gov/aqmp/). We will provide an analysis
of the potential air quality impacts that may result from construction and operation of the proposed project
The analysis described below will be consistent with policies and criteria of the South Coast Air Quality
Management District.
Impact analysis tasks would include:
• PMC will detail the project setting, including a review of the regional meteorology. PMC will also
review and address both short-term and long-term air quality impacts of the project.
Recommended analysis to determine emissions resulting from the project shall 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.
• -Air quality impacts shall be analyzed in regard to the following:
a) Project emissions from vehicular and stationary sources
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b) Grading and Construction
c) Compliance with federal and state standards as well as regional air quality attainment plans.
• PMC will complete an Air Quality Site Assessment of the project and incorporate the findings of
the review into the text of the EIR.
• PMC will 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
ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Biological Resources
PMC will utilize and evaluate the Existing Conditions (Biological) for the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan
Study Area. The following tasks shall be preformed:
• PMC will describe the biological setting and shall perform a third-party review of the Existing
Biological Conditions Report and Wetiands Delineation Report. PMC will evaluate the
methodologies and conclusions contained in the reports for legal and scientific adequacy and
accuracy to ensure that the analysis is of a scale and level of effort appropriate to the
requirements of the project. PMC will also identify any flaws in the methodologies and/or
conclusions and, if no flaws are found, will incorporate the flndings of the review into the text of
the EIR. PMC will complete a biological impact and mitigation analysis of the project and
incorporate this into the EIR.
• An evaluation of the project for consistency with the Carlsbad HMP.
• PMC will identify any additional impacts to open space and habitat areas resulting from the
project.
• Identify any impacts to open space resulting from the proposed trail system and potential users
including, but not limited to pedestrians and cyclists.
• Identify the criteria used to determine signiticance; identify any signiflcant and less than
signiflcant direct and indirect impacts resulting from the project; recommend appropriate
mitigation measures as may be required; and identify any impacts remaining after implementation
ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Cultural Resources
PMC will utilize and evaluate the Cultural Resources and Constraints Study of the Ponto Speciflc Plan, dated
June 17, 2003. The following tasks shall be performed.
• PMC meets the minimum qualiflcations for Cultural Resource Professionals required by the "City
of Carlsbad Cultural Resource Guidelines" dated December 1990. John Nadolski is PMC's in-
house archeologist and would assist with the cultural and historical resources section ofthe EIR.
• Conduct a third-party review of the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan cultural resources study.
PMC will evaluate the methodologies and conclusions contained in the reports for legal and
scientiflc adequacy and accuracy to ensure that the analysis is of a scale and level of effort
appropriate to the requirements of the project. PMC will also identify any flaws in the
methodologies and/or conclusions and, if no flaws are found, will incorporate the flndings of the
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review into the text of the EIR. In addition, PMC will evaluate the need to perform the additional
testing recommended in the Recon study at this time to establish condition, content and research
potential of signiflcant cultural resources, or whether this should be incorporated into the EIR as a
mitigation measure.
• All fleldwork, research, report preparation and determinations of signiticance shall be done in
accordance with the requirements of the "City of Carisbad Cultural Resource Guidelines" dated
December 1990.
• 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
ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Geology and Soils
PMC will utilize and evaluate the Geotechnical Constraints and Opportunities Report that was completed for
the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan area by Terra Costa Consulting Group in June 2003.
• Describe the existing geologic and soil conditions of the project site and conduct a third-party
review of the geotechnical evaluations that cover the project site. PMC will also identify any flaws
in the methodologies and/or conclusions and, if no flaws are found, will incorporate the findings
of the review into the text of the EIR.
• Analyze groundwater and the potential for groundwater impacts to the proposed project, roads,
and structures.
• Identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any significant and less than
signiflcant direct and indirect impacts resulting from the project recommend appropriate
mitigation measures as may be required; and identify any impacts remaining after implementation
ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Hazards/Risk of Upset
The project site and vicinity has the potential to be impacted by a number of different types of hazards
including past agricultural hazardous materials, a 12-inch high-pressure gas fuel line, high flre hazard areas,
past industrial-type land uses, and airport over-flight hazards. These potential hazards as they relate to the
project require analysis to determine if the project approval would put persons and property at an
unacceptable risk.
• PMC will evaluate the need to complete a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment. If needed, PMC
will complete the assessment and incorporate the flndings of the reports/assessments into the
text of the EIR.
• Evaluate the potential for airport over-flight and high-pressure gas fuel line hazards associated
with the project site.
• Identify the criteria used to determine signiticance; identify any signiflcant and less than
signiflcant direct and indirect impacts resulting from the project recommend appropriate
mitigation measures as may be required; and identify any impacts remaining after implementation
ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Hydrology and Water Quality
Development of the project site could result in construction and operational water quality impacts if not
properly designed with appropriate water quality control features (Best Management Practices). The proposed
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project will incorporate required erosion and sedimentation control devices to mitigate potential water quality
and biological impacts from erosion. Preliminary drainage studies and preliminary Storm Water Management
Plans (SWMPs) will need to be prepared for any future proposed projects.
Using available data, PMC will 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.
PMC will evaluate the proposed drainage systems adequacy in regulating the discharge rates of
drainage from the project site.
Evaluate the degree to which the project will alter existing drainage patterns to determine if a
signiflcant impact will be created.
Address and recommend appropriate mitigation measures to reduce erosion potential onsite.
Analyze and evaluate the potential impacts to Batiquitos Lagoon and/or Paciflc Ocean and ensure
that all future projects identify all pollutants of concern and the BMP measures required to
address them.
Ensure that maintenance of any permanent detention/pollution control basins is included in the
EIR.
Identify maintenance requirements of the structural BMP measures being implemented with this
project.
Evaluate the proposed project for impacts to wetlands
Evaluate the proposed project for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit
compliance.
Identify the criteria used to determine signiticance; identify any signiflcant and less than
signiflcant, direct and indirect impacts resulting from the project recommend appropriate
mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify any impacts remaining after
implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Land Use and Planning
Speciflc tasks that will be conducted in the analysis will include the following:
• PMC will descnbe 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, Local Coastal
Program, and zoning, and any applicable Master Plans, Speciflc Plans, habitat plan, and regional
plans. The consultant shall examine the existing physical conditions as well as the potential future
conditions.
• Perform a detailed project review to conflrrn the project's compliance with City ordinances and
policies. The ordinances and policies shall include: 1) the City of Carisbad General Plan, 2) the
Carisbad Habitat Management Plan, 3) the Carisbad Zoning Ordinance (Titie 21) including the
Growth Management Chapter, 4) McClellan Palomar Airport Comprehensive Land Use Plan, 5)
Landscape Manual, 6) Open Space and Conservation Resource Management Plan, 7) Local
Coastal Program, and 8) Poinsettia Properties Speciflc Plan.
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• PMC will analyze the land use compatibility between the proposed project and surrounding
existing and proposed development. Areas of particular concern are the single-family residential
development to the north, the mobile home park and single-family residential to the east and the
Carlsbad State Beach and Campground and Carlsbad Boulevard to the west.
• Identify the criteria used to determine signiticance; identify any signiflcant and less than
signiflcant direct and indirect, impacts resulting from the project recommend appropriate
mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify any impacts remaining after
implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Mineral Resources
Two reports have been prepared that provide information on the site. Geotechnical Constraints and
Opportunities- Ponto Area Land Use Plan, dated June 11, 2003 and Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation
Hotel Site on Ponto Road, dated February 18, 2005.
• PMC will identify any known valuable mineral resource and shall analyze the project for impacts
that would result in the loss of a known valuable mineral resource or result in the loss of
availability of a locally important mineral resource.
• PMC will perform a third-party review of both of the Geotechnical Constraints and Opportunities
reports prepared for the project site. PMC will evaluate the analysis and conclusions contained in
the reports and evaluate the adequacy of the impact analysis with regard to mineral resources.
PMC will identify any flaws/inadequacies in the analyses and conclusions and, if no
flaws/inadequacies are found, shall incorporate the flndings ofthe reports/assessments into the
text of the EIR. If flaws/inadequacies are found, PMC will complete any necessary additional
analysis and shall incorporate the flndings of the additional analysis into the text of the EIR.
Noise
The project site will experience some noise impacts from the adjacent roadway, Carisbad Boulevard and the
San Diego Northern Railroad line. Additional noise Impacts associated with grading and construction may be
introduced into the area. Increases in trafflc volumes may also add incremental noise. Nuisance noise may be
generated from the loading areas and daily operations of the hotel and retail uses proposed with the project.
An acoustical evaluation has been prepared for the project dated August 2005:
• PMC will perform a third party review of the acoustical analysis. PMC will identify any flaws/
inadequacies in the analysis and conclusions and, if no flaws/inadequacies are found, shall
incorporate the flndings of the reports/assessments into the text of the EIR. If flaws/inadequacies
are found, PMC will complete any necessary additional analysis and shall incorporate the flndings
of the additional analysis into the text of the EIR.
• Recommendations for mitigation measures or requirements for additional studies shall be
presented as necessary in the EIR.
• 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.
• Identify the criteria used to determine signiticance; 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 ofthe recommended mitigation measure.
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Population and Housing
The proposed project may indirectiy induce growth through the provision of a new hotel, road extensions and
infrastructure to support new homes. Specific tasks to be conducted include the following:
• Compare the proposed project to the General Plan, Local Coastal Program, and Zone 22 Local
Facilities Management Plan.
• Analyze the proposal to determine if it will induce substantial growth in the area either directly or
indirectiy.
• Evaluate if sufficient public utilities are provided for the intensity of development proposed in the
Plan to ensure that the adequacy of the City's public facility plans will not be adversely impacted.
• Evaluate whether or not the project will displace a substantial number of existing housing units or
people.
• 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 ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Public Services and Utility Services
The proposed project site is located within Local Facilities Management Plan Zone 22. Tasks will include:
• Describe the project setting and determine the demands of the entire project for the following: a)
fire protection; b) police protection; c) schools; d) parks; and e) other public facilities (government
offlces, etc.).
• Determine the ability of the agencies providing services to meet the demands of the proposed
project in order to conclude whether a significant impact will be created.
• The proposed project's impacts on public services should be analyzed and compared against the
Zone 22 LFMP.
• The emergency response plans of the City of Carlsbad shall be analyzed in conjunction with the
proposed project to determine ifthe project will interfere with existing plans.
• 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 ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Recreation
The proposed project site is located within Local Facilities Management Plan Zone 22. The proposed project's
impacts on recreation should be analyzed and compared against the Zone 22 LFMP. The project is envisioned
as a piace that is attractive not only to visitors, but also to residents of Carlsbad. To this end, the project
includes recreational amenities including pedestrian and bicycle trails that connect to the regional system.
• Describe the project setting and determine the recreation demands of the entire project area.
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• Determine the ability of the agencies providing the recreational services to meet the demands of
the proposed project in order to conclude whether a signiflcant impact will be created.
• The proposed projects impacts on recreation will be analyzed and compared against the Zone 22
LFMP.
• 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 ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Traffic and Circulation
The Project fronts Carisbad Boulevard, while vehicular access to the site will be from Ponto Road. Ponto Road
currentiy provides access to the adjacent residential development and any increase in traffic generation has
raised concerns with nearby residents. A transportation analysis for the project was completed by dated August
04, 2005. A Traffic Constraints Study was completed for the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan in September
2004 and should also be reviewed. There is a potential for traffic increases to result in physical effects to the
environment
• PMC will perform a third party review of the Transportation Analysis for Carisbad Beach Resort and
Spa, dated August 4, 2005 (Beach Resort Report, hereinafter) and the Traffic Constraints Study
completed for the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan in September 2004 (Ponto Report,
hereinafter). PMC will then identify any flaws/inadequacies in the analyses and conclusions and, if
no flaws/inadequacies are found, shall incorporate the flndings of the reports/assessments into
the text of the ERR. If flaws/inadequacies are found, PMC will complete any necessary additional
analysis and shall incorporate the flndings of the additional analysis into the text of the EIR.
• Review the comments and letters related to City Council hearing on the project and address traffic
impact issues in the EIR.
• Review the Beach Resort Report and Ponto Report to ensure that all requirements of the City of
Carlsbad's Growth Management Program are satisfled.
• Ensure that the Beach Resort Report and Ponto Report identify the level-of-service (LOS) for the
road segments and intersections for current, near-term and build-out scenarios as they relates to
the proposed project.
• Identify locations of signalized intersections.
• Review the Beach Resort Report and Ponto Report for conformance against SANTEC/ITE
Guidelines for Trafflc Impact Studies in the San Diego Region.
• Review the Beach Resort Report and Ponto Report against the assumptions made within the City's
latest build-out traffic model.
• Review the Site Development Plan exhibits to verify the project is constructing all required
infrastructure to ensure that the City Growth Management standards are met.
• Review the Site Development Plan exhibits to identify any potential conflicts for intersection sight
distance and vehicular decisions associated with the project using Caltrans standards.
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• Identify if the proposed project offers potential impacts to areas outside the City of Carlsbad, and
ifthe project requires any mitigation measures.
• Ensure that all required mitigation measures identifled in the Beach Resort Report and Ponto
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. As the project site is
entirely within the Coastal zone, an analysis of the project's impact on public and private parking
is critical.
• PMC's analysis will make a determination as to the provision of adequate access to adjacent
properties in compliance with City of Carlsbad access requirements.
• PMC will 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 ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Utilities and Services Systems
The proposed project site is located within Local Facilities Management Plan Zone 22. Tasks shall include:
• PMC will describe the project setting and shall determine the demands of the entire project for the
following: a) wastewater treatment facilities; b) water facilities; c) stormwater drainage facilities;
and d) solid waste facilities.
• Determine the ability of the agencies providing the services determined above to meet the
demands of the proposed project in order to conclude whether a significant impact will be
created.
• The proposed project's impacts on utilities and service systems should be analyzed and compared
against the Zone 22 LFMP.
• PMC will identify the criteria used to determine significance; identify any signiflcant and less than
signiflcant, direct and indirect impacts resulting from the project; recommend appropriate
mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify any impacts remaining after
implementation ofthe recommended mitigation Measures.
Mandatory Findings of Significance
As required by and consistent with CEQA Guidelines 2006 Section 15065, the EIR shall address all mandatory
flndings of signiflcance.
Cumulative impacts
The development of the proposed project may lead to several cumulative impacts that need to be addressed.
These cumulative impacts may include, but may not be limited to degradation of air quality and increased
trafflc congestion.
• As required by CEQA, the EIR shall address cumulative impacts for the proposed project. This shall
include an identiflcation of past present, and reasonably anticipated future projects producing
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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 signiflcant cumulative
impacts ofthe proposed project.
• PMC will 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 ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Growth Inducement
The proposed development will relocate and extend existing utilities, re-align and extend Ponto Drive, and
complete improvements to Carisbad Boulevard.
• As required by CEQA Guideline 2006, the EIR shall address the impacts of growth inducement
created by the proposed project.
• The consultant shall identify the critena used to determine signiflcance; identify any signiflcant
and less than signiflcant direct and indirect impacts resulting from the project recommend
appropriate mitigation measures as may be required; and, identify any impacts remaining after
implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
Effects Found Not To Be Significant
This section will include brief discussions of those topics that were found not to have signiflcant impacts
associated with them.
Other CEQA Topics
This chapter will provide brief discussions of other topics speciflcally mandated by CEQA, as follows:
Unavoidable Signiflcant Impacts; Signiflcant Irreversible Changes; and Growth-Inducing Impacts of the
Proposed Project.
Project Alternatives
The EIR will contain a discussion ofthe following project alternatives:
• No Project (required under CEQA)
• Reduced Project
• Alternative Site
Each ofthe alternatives will be described in detail to provide a basis for the comparative impact evaluation. (As
discussed above, a draft description of alternatives will be prepared eariy in the EIR preparation process for
review and verification by City staft) The analysis of alternatives will be qualitative in nature, except where
quantitative data is available. The analysis will compare the alternatives to the proposed project, and will
identify the environmentally superior alternative. A summary table will be p.^'ovided to facilitate easy
comparison of impacts among the alternatives and the proposed project.
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DETAILED WORK PROGRAM
TECHNICAL APPENDICES
The technical studies prepared for this EIR, plus any previously prepared studies which are extensively relied
upon in the EIR, will be included in a separate volume.
PRINTING AND DELIVERY
Upon completion of the preliminary First Screen Check Draft EIR, 5 copies of the ADEIR will be printed and
delivered to the City staff for their review. An electronic version (without the technical appendices) will be
provided should City staff wish.
TASK 3 - PREPARATION, PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION OF DRAFT EIR
Based on comments received from the City staff, the First Screen Check Draft EIR will be revised. Twenty-Five
(25) spiral bound copies and twenty-five (25) copies in three ring binders of the City-approved Draft EIR and
technical appendices, one (1) unbound reproducible copy of all documents, twenty-five (25) copies of the City-
approved Draft EIR with appendices, exhibits, and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program on CD's,
including one Master CD from which copies can be made.
TASK 4 - PREPARATION, PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION OF FINAL EIR
Response to comments made during the Draft EIR public review period. PMC will submit written responses to
comments and provide five (5) First Screen Check Final EIR documents in three-ring loose-leaf binders which
include all comments on the Draft EIR within four (4) weeks after the close of the public review period. In
addition, five (5) First Screen Check copies in three-ring loose-leaf binders of the Candidate Findings of Fact
incorporating staff's comments shall be submitted.
PMC will provide five (5) Second Screen Check copies in three-ring loose leaf binders of the Draft Final 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 four (4) weeks of receiving the written comments from City
staff on the responses to comments and the Final EIR.
PMC will provide twenty-five (25) spiral-bound copies and twenty-flve (25) copies in three-ring binders of the
City-Approved Draft Final EIR and technical appendices, one (1) unbound reproducible copy of all documents,
twenty-flve (25) copies ofthe City-approved Draft 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.
PMC will provide flve (5) spiral bound copies of the Certifled Final EIR with technical appendices, exhibits,
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and Findings of Fact, including one (1) Master CD from which
copies can be made which incorporate any changes made to the Final Draft EIR documents during the public
hearing and certiflcation process.
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DETAILED WORK PROGRAM
TASK 5 - MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM AND CEQA FINDINGS
As part of the EIR preparation effort, a comprehensive Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP)
will be prepared for the project pursuant to Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code. PMC will
coordinate with the City in designing the monitoring and reporting program. The program will enumerate
mitigation measures specifled in the EIR, identify the parties responsible, and indicate the time frame for
implementation of monitoring for each mitigation measure. PMC will provide the City with flve (5) copies ofthe
draft MMRP and after one round of comments by City Staff, PMC will provide flfteen (15) hard copies and one
(1) electronic copy of the final MMRP.
PMC will also prepare the required CEQA Findings for project consideration in coordination with City staff. The
format will be based on City input and will include a statement of overriding considerations (if required).
TASK 6 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND MEETINGS
The PMC Project Director and manager will attend up to twelve (12) project and public meetings on the project
as well as maintain regular contact with the City on the status of the project.
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PERSONNEL, QUALIFICATIONS, AND
REFERENCES
PERSONNEL, QUALIFICATIONS, AND REFERENCES
PERSONNEL AND QUALIFICATIONS
Resumes are available upon request
GARY WAYNE^SENIOR ASSOCIATE
Mr. Wayne has over 25 years of experience in urban and environmental planning, with an extensive
background in public sector planning. Mr. Wayne has been responsible for the management of planning
operations including current and long-range planning, growth management habitat management local coastal
program administration, environmental planning, regional planning, redevelopment planning, as well as
compliance with state and federal mandate laws and programs. His public sector planning includes
considerable background in capital improvements planning and financing as well as developing optimal
organizational processes and structures to provide public facilities and services either concurrent or in
advance of demand.
KEVIN GRANT—SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
As a project manager and senior environmental planner, Mr. Grants responsibilities include environmental and
land use planning. Mr. Grant has over 9 years of experience in the planning and environmental field. He has
experience with analysis and project management in support of environmental document preparation and
production, as well as long-range planning experience with general/comprehensive plans, master plans,
specific plans and design guidelines, in addition to current planning. Mr. Grant's experience also includes
involvement with the CEQA/NEPA processes on various projects throughout California.
Mr. Grant has assisted a variety of communities throughout California with their environmental, urban land use
planning, and community development needs. Mr. Grant has worked with the cities of San Diego, Chula Vista,
El Centro, Palm Springs, Carlsbad, Imperial, Los Angeles, Westmorland, Calipatria, Calexico, and Holtville. He
has prepared CEQA/NEPA documents for these cities as well as assisted with general plan updates and
specific plan preparation. In addition, he has consulted on current planning issues within San Diego County,
Imperial County, Riverside County, including; population and housing impacts of planned land uses and
development that is allowed under their General Plan. Mr. Grant has also worked with Solana Beach,
Huntington Beach, and in the City of Los Angeles on environmental compliance issues in relation to
NEPA/CEQA documents.
LANCE SCHULTE—MUNICIPAL CONSULTANT
Mr. Schulte has over 20 years of experience in both public and private sectors. He has successfully lead
organizations and large scale planning and growth management projects using a unique combination of
planning and business skills and experience. Mr. Schulte is currentiy leading a consultant team in supporting
the city of Palm Springs in the managing of planning projects. Mr. Schulte works out of the San Diego office.
Mr. Schulte served as project manager for the creation of a specific plan for the Monarch Beach Resort, a 400-
key 5-star resort and 238-home coastal golf course community. The project involved the creation of fiscally
responsible and environmentally sensitive development entitiements that also advanced the provision of
important public facilities. Extensive coordination with the community and relevant agencies such as the
California Coastal Commission and U.S. Fish and Wildlife was a critical component ofthis project
STACY BLACKWOOD—ASSISTANT PLANNER
Ms. Blackwood serves as a current planner for projects in the City of Carisbad and the City of Palm Springs.
Her duties also include research and writing. She has several years of experience as a team leader, project
manager, policy analyst presenter and trainer.
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PERSONNEL, QUALIFICATIONS, AND REFERENCES
CHRISTINA KELLER—ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
Ms. Keller serves as an Environmental Planner, with duties including project management researching,
writing, editing, processing, and quality control of documents prepared in accordance with CEQ/\/NEPA for a
wide variety of public and private projects primarily in Southern California. Ms. Keller has more than six years
experience working with environmental. Coastal Zone, and land use planning issues, including project
management technical writing, environmental analysis, client representation, and resource agency processes
and permitting.
PRIMARY CONTACT
Gary Wayne
10951 Sorrento Valley Road, Suite 1-A
San Diego, CA 92121
gwayne@pacificmunicipal.com
(858) 453-3602
Mr. Wayne will also be responsible for attending all Planning Commission and City Council meetings.
REFERENCES
Edward Knight, Community Development Director
City of Orange
300 E Chapman Ave
Orange, CA 92866
(714) 744-7220
Troy Butzlaut Assistant City Manager
City of Palm Springs
3200 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 322-8336
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SCHEDULE OF COMPLETION
Task Name
Project Initiation
Kickoff meeting
Public Meeting
Data Collection
NOP / Initial Study
Screencheck Draft EIR
Intro, Executive Summary,
AestheticsA/isual Resoura
Agricultural Resources
Air Quality
Biological Resources
Cultural Resources
Geology & Soils
Hazards/Hazardous Materi
HydrolgyAA'ater Quality
Land Use/Planning
Mineral Resources
Noise
Population & Housing
Public Services
Recreation
Transporta ion/Traffic
Utilities & Service Systems
Cumulative Impacts
Growth Inducement
Alternaitves
Mandatory Findings of Sigr
Document Review / Production
City review
Draft EIR
Second SDEIR
DEIR Production
Printing
NOC / Publication
City Review
Final EIR
Screencheck FEIR Respon
FEIR Documenl Prep
Printing
City Review
MMRP
Prepare MMRP / Findings
Public Hearings
Planning Commission
City Council
Duration
30 days
4 hrs
2 hrs
24 hrs
30 days
14.38 days
65 hrs
115 hrs
17 hrs
25 hrs
86 hrs
40 hrs
30 hrs
36 hrs
33 hrs
46 hrs
17 hrs
17 hrs
19 hrs
11 hrs
24 hrs
75 hrs
20 hrs
8 hrs
6 hrs
35 hrs
8 hrs
53 hrs
21 days
12.25 days
80 hrs
34 hrs
10 hrs
1 day
21 days
21 days
120 hrs
44 hrs
8 hrs
2 wks
4.88 days
39 hrs
0.5 days
Start
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/20/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/27/06
Mon 2/27/06
Mon 2/27/06
Mon 2/27/06
Fri 3/3/06
Mon 3/13/06
Wed 4/12/06
Wed 4/12/06
Fri 4/21/06
Wed 4/26/06
Thu 4/27/06
Thu 4/27/06
Fri 5/26/06
Fri 5/26/06
Mon 6/19/06
Mon 6/26/06
Tue 6/27/06
Wed 7/t2i'08
Wed 7/12/06
Mon 7/24/06
Mon 7/24/06
Mon 7/24/06
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Fri'3/24/06
Mon 2/13/06
Mon 2/20/06
Wed 2/15/06
Fri 3/24/06
Fri 3/3/06
Thu 2/23/06
Fri 3/3/06
Wed 2/15/06
Thu 2/16/06
Mon 2/27/06
Fri 2/17/06
Thu 2/16/06
Fri 2/17/06
Fri 2/17/06
Mon 2/20/06
Wed 2/15/06
Wed 2/15/06
Wed 2/15/06
Tue 2/14/06
Wed 2/15/06
Fri 2/24/06
Wed 2/15/06
Mon 2/27/06
Mon 2/27/06
Fri 3/3/06
Mon 2/27/06
Mon 3/13/06
Tue 4/11/06
Fri 4/28/06
Tue 4/25/06
Thu 4/27/06
Thu 4/27/06
Fri 4/28/06
Thu 5/25/06
Mon 6/26/06
Fri 6/16/06
Mon 6/26/06
Mon 6/26/06
Mon 7/10/06
Tue 7/18/06
Tue 7/18/06
Mon 7/24/06
Mon 7/24/06
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CONTRACT PRICE AND ALLOWABLE
COST
CONTRACT PRICE AND ALLOWABLE COST
Task Description
Project
Director
$135
Project
Manager
$105
Senior Res.
Special
$105
Environ.
Planner
$85
Assist.
Planner
$70
Admin.
$60
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Outside
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Screencheck Draft EIR
Intro, Exec Sum, Project Description 3 18 0 10 30 4 65
Intro, Exec Sum, Project Description
$405 $1,890 $0 $850 $2,100 $240 $5,485
AestheticsA/isual Resources 2 5 0 100 8 115 AestheticsA/isual Resources
$270 $525 $0 $0 $7,000 $480 $8,275
Agricultural Resources 2 1 6 8 17
Agricultural Resources
$270 $105 $0 $510 $0 $480 $1,365
Air Quality 1 8 0 0 16 0 25 Air Quality
$135 $840 $0 $0 $1,120 $0 $2,095
Biological Resources 2 4 8 70 0 2 86 Biological Resources
$270 $420 $840 $5,950 $0 $120 $7,600
Cultural Resources 1 2 16 0 20 1 40
Cultural Resources
$135 $210 $1,680 $0 $1,400 $60 $3,485
Geology and Soils 1 4 0 1 24 0 30 Geology and Soils
$135 $420 $0 $85 $1,680 $0 $2,320
Hazards/Hazardous Materials 1 3 0 8 24 0 36 Hazards/Hazardous Materials
$135 $315 $0 $680 $1,680 $0 $2,810
Hydrology/Water Quality 1 2 4 24 0 2 33 Hydrology/Water Quality
$135 $210 $420 $2,040 $0 $120 $2,925
Land Use Planning 3 2 16 0 24 1 46 Land Use Planning
$405 $210 $1,680 $0 $1,680 $60 $4,035
Mineral Resources 1 2 6 8 0 0 17 Mineral Resources
$135 $210 $630 $680 $0 $0 $1,655
Noise 1 4 0 0 12 0 17 Noise
$135 $420 $0 $0 $840 $0 $1,395
Population & Housing 1 4 2 0 12 0 19
Population & Housing
$135 $420 $210 $0 $840 $0 $1,570 $3,175
Pubiic Services 1 2 0 8 0 11 Pubiic Services
$135 $210 $0 $0 $560 $0 $905
Recreation 1 3 12 0 8 0 24 Recreation
$135 $315 $1,260 $0 $560 $0 $2,270
Transportation/Traffic 3 8 24 0 40 0 75 Transportation/Traffic
$405 $840 $2,520 $0 $2,800 $0 $6,565
Utilities & Service Systems 2 4 0 4 10 0 20 Utilities & Service Systems
$270 $420 $0 $340 $700 $0 $1,730
Cumulative Impacts 2 4 0 2 0 0 8 Cumulative Impacts
$270 $420 $0 $170 $0 $0 $860
Growth Inducement 2 4 0 0 0 0 6 Growth Inducement
$270 $420 $0 $0 $0 $0 $690
Project Alternatives 4 16 0 15 0 0 35
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CONTRACT PRICE AND ALLOWABLE COST
Task Description
Project
Director
$135
Project
Manager
$105
Senior Res.
Special
$105
Environ.
Planner
$85
Assist.
Planner
$70
Admin.
$60
Sub-
Consultants
Outside
Direct
Costs
Totals
$540 $1,680 $0 $1,275 $0 $0 $3,495
Mandatory Findings of Significance 1 3 0 4 0 0 8 Mandatory Findings of Significance
$135 $315 $0 $340 $0 $0 $790
Printing / Graphics 1 0 0 4 48 53 Printing / Graphics
$0 $105 $0 $0 $280 $2,880 $880 $4,145
Document Review / Production 16 8 16 0 0 8 48 Document Review / Production
$2,160 $840 $1,680 $0 $0 $480 $5,160
Subtotal 42 83 104 135 232 74 670
Tasl< 11 $5,670 $8,715 $10,920 $11.475 $16,240 $4,440 $2,450 $59,910
Final EIR
Screencheck FEIR-Response to Comments 4 30 4 4 50 28 120
Document Preparation $540 $3,150 $420 $340 $3,500 $1,680 $9,630
FEIR 12 0 4 16 12 44
Document Preparation $0 $1,260 $0 $340 $1,120 $720 $3,440
Printing 0 0 0 0 0 8 8 Printing
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $480 $2,200 $2,680
Subtotal 4 42 4 8 66 48 172
Task IV $540 $4,410 $420 $680 $4,620 $2,880 $0 $2,200 $15,750
Project Management and Meetings
Kickoff meeting 4 4 4 4
Public Scoping Meeting 3 3 3 3
2 mtgs w/ Staff re Prep of SCD 2 4 4 4
2 mtgs w/ Staff re SCD coms 2 4 4 4
2 mtgs w/ Staff resp to comments 4 4 4 4
Three Public Hearings 12 12 0 0
Additional Meeting 2 2 2 2
Subtotal 29 33 21 21 0 0 104
Task VI $3,915 $3,465 $2,205 $1,785 $0 $0 $0 $600 $11,970
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
No contractual agreement exists between Pacific Municipal Consultants and any property owners affected by
the proposed Hilton Carisbad Beach Resort project Our firm is committed to working exclusively for public
agencies and we do not expect to hold a contract with the said property owners in the future. In limiting our
contractual agreements to public entities, PMC is able to provide sound, unbiased environmental services and
documentation.
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APPENDIX: ABILITY TO COMPLY
ABILITY TO COMPLY
PMC has reviewed the Standard EIR Consultant Contract and can agree to the terms and conditions contained
therein, however, PMC has some questions about the payment provisions and would request the opportunity
for clarification should we be selected for this project. PMC has executed past agreements with the City of
Carisbad and is confident that we will be able to agree to mutually acceptable terms.
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January 19, 2006
Michelle Masterson, Management Analyst
City of Carlsbad
Planning Department
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Subject: Proposal to Prepare an Environmental Impact Report for the Hilton Carlsbad Beach
Resort Project
Dear Ms. Masterson:
LSA Associates, Inc. (LSA) is please to submit this proposal to prepare an Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) for the proposed Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort. This proposal is based on careful review
of the Request for Qualifications and Proposals issued on December 12, 2005, investigations of the
proposed project site, knowledge of the area, and specific experience preparing environmental
documentation for resort projects.
LSA is a 100 percent employee-owned, multidiscipline environmental planning and project
management firm with offices throughout Califomia, including one in the Cityof Carlsbad. Preparation
and review of documents prepared pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) has
been an LSA core service since the founding of the finn in 1976. Over the past 30 years, LSA has
expanded its services to include virtually all environmental planning and permitting-related services to
provide a "one-stop" firm for the completion of CEQA documentation and resources agency permitting.
LSA has extensive experience preparing EIRs for large, complex resort projects in California, including
the Treasure Island Resort, now called the Montage (Laguna Beach), the Waterfront Hilton Resort
(Huntington Beach), and the Headlands Resort (Dana Point). We encourage you to contact the
references listed in this proposal to hear first-hand about the quality of services that LSA's dedicated
team of professionals provide to each and every project. Having prepared environmental documents for
these projects and other similar projects, LSA is thoroughly familiar with the potential environmental
issues that the City may face and confident in its ability to provide expert services to the City of
Carlsbad's Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project.
The enclosed proposal further describes LSA's professional capabilities and expertise. Although we
have made every effort to anticipate the needs of the City, we welcome the opportunity to discuss our
strategy and the details of our scope of work. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Mona
DeLeon or me at (760) 931 -5471.
Sincerely,
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
AND PROPOSAL
TO PREPARE AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
FOR THE
HILTON CARLSBAD BEACH RESORT PROJECT AND RELATED
APPLICATIONS (SDP 05-14/CDP 05-43/RP 05-11)
Submitted to:
City of Carlsbad
Planning Department
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Prepared by:
LSA Associates, Inc.
703 Palomar Airport Road, Suite 260
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 931-5471
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LSA
January 19, 2006
STATEMENT OF QUAL! F I CATONS AND PROPOSAL
PREPARATION OF AN EIR FOR THE HILTON CARLSBAD DEACH RESORT PROJECT
LSA ASSOCIATES. INC.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION 1
RELIABILITY OF THE FIRM I
LSA ASSOCIATES, INC 2
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL CAPABILITIES 2
SUBCONSULTANTS 3
2. PERSONNEL, QUALIFICATIONS, AND REFERENCES 6
PROJECT MANAGEMENT 6
PROJECT TEAM 8
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE 14
CLIENT REFERENCES 25
3. SCOPE OF SERVICES 26
4. SCHEDULE OF COMPLETION 45
5. CONTRACT PRICE AND ALLOWABLE COST 47
6. APPENDICES 48
SUBCONSULTANT COMMITMENT LETTERS
RESUMES
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LSA ASSOCIATES, INC.
L INTRODUCTION
LSA ASSOCIATES, INC. (LSA) has prepared this proposal in response to the City of Carlsbad's (City)
Request for Qualifications and Proposals (RFQ/P) to prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR)
for the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort project. Preparation and review of California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) documents has been an LSA core service since the founding ofthe firm in 1976.
This expertise includes coordination with local, State, federal, and other governmental agencies;
managing public participation programs; issuing necessary legal notices; and incorporating the
document into the overall planning process.
LSA has worked successfully with other cities, agencies, community groups, and private entities to
support their efforts for similar projects: Treasure Island Resort Community EIR (Laguna Beach),
Waterfront Hilton Resort (Huntington Beach), Newport Dunes Resort (Newport Beach), Headlands
Resort (Dana Point), Spanish Bay Resort (Monterey County), and Disney Vacation Resort at Newport
Coast/Marriott Resort (Orange County) are among our most notable resort projects.
After thoroughly reading the Request for Qualifications and Proposals, several visits to the project
site, and in-depth discussions with staff who would be involved in the project, we have tailored this
proposal to provide information about LSA's approach, organizational structure, qualifications, and
project experience relevant to the services the City is seeking through this solicitation. One of the key
factors that LSA brings to the success ofthe proposed contract is the assignment of staff who are
experts in CEQA and technical analysis services. With this in mind, LSA is confident of its ability to
provide expert services to the City of Carlsbad on the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project.
To supplement project management, environmental planning, and natural resources expertise, LSA
has teamed with Ninyo & Moore (Peer Review, Geology/SoiIs, Hazardous Materials, and Mineral
Resources issues), Fuscoe Engineering (Water Quality), and VisionScape Imagery, Inc.
(Aesthetics). LSA specifically sought out these firms because they are local and because of the
extensive qualifications of their staff. LSA has a history of working with these firms on other projects
and has found their work to be high quality and professional.
RELIABILITY OF THE FIRM
LSA has been in business providing environmental consulting services for 30 years. Our team has a
reputation for delivering aggressively scheduled assignments as required. Before bidding on a project,
LSA evaluates its workload and assignments to determine whether it can meet the client's goals. LSA
pursues projects only when it can comfortably commit the appropriate resources. LSA's reliability is
demonstrated by both its successful track record, as summarized in the Relevant Project Experience
section, and it commitment of senior-level staff to the project.
LSA is motivated and committed to exceed the City's expectations on task assignments within the
desired time frames. It is LSA's intent that staff play a consistent lead role from start to finish.
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LSA ASSOC I ATES. INC.
Through submission ofthis proposal, LSA guarantees that the key team members, and most
important, the Project Manager, will be available to respond to requests in a timely manner.
This Statement of Qualifications and Proposal has been prepared to respond completely and
comprehensively to the requirements ofthe RFQ/P and the Selection Evaluation Criteria. It includes
the specific experience and qualifications of LSA and our subconsultants. Specific background
information for LSA (Prime) and our subconsultants is presented in this section.
LSA ASSOCIATES, INC.
LSA is a diversified community planning, transportation, and environmental firm. Founded in 1976,
LSA leads the fields of environmental sciences, planning, and design by blending broad technical
expertise, years of experience, enlightened yet pragmatic solutions, and a commitment to complete
tasks on time and within budget. LSA is a 100 percent employee-owned company, with more than
200 full-time employees in its nine California offices and one office in Colorado. The LSA staff
includes experts in environmental analysis, transportation planning and engineering, biology,
wetlands, habitat restoration, natural resource management, Geographic Information Systems (GIS),
community and land planning, archaeology, paleontology, historic resources, noise impact
assessment, and air quality analysis. LSA has no pending litigation or adverse conditions that would
affect its ability to complete the requested professional consulting services to the City.
Environmental Planning has been the cornerstone of LSA's professional practice and continues to
be one ofthe firm's key practice areas. Over the past 30 years, LSA has expanded its service to
include virtually all environmental planning-related services to provide a "one-stop" firm for the
completion of all technical studies required to support CEQA analysis. LSA's environmental staff
includes expert practitioners of CEQA and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); LSA has
prepared hundreds of Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) and Environmental Impact Statements
(EISs). Our multidisciplinary project teams are assembled to fit the specific needs of each client and
project.
LSA's work begins with the collection and analysis of baseline data, used to determine the
significance ofthe project's impacts. Mitigation measures are then proposed to reduce impacts,
where possible, to below levels of signiticance. LSA also provides recommendations on project
design refinements and/or alternatives to avoid or reduce otherwise significant impacts. Thorough
and accurate documentation—including use of our Geographic Information System (GIS) Division—
is provided to help regulators make informed decisions and to protect our clients from litigation.
Working with specialists across disciplines, LSA's environmental planners offer deep knowledge of
science and regulations, solid problem-solving skills, and well-reasoned solutions. This balanced
approach has earned LSA a reputation for thorough, credible, objective analysis that accommodates
agency requirements without compromising our clients' objectives.
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL CAPABILITIES
LSA's Natural Resources staff is known for outstanding expertise in the evaluation, management,
and restoration of biological resources. Our staff of scientists prepares biological resource inventories.
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constraints analyses, and impact assessments. LSA's extensive experience in wetlands analysis,
special status species evaluation, and environmental permitting is respected by both clients and
regulatory agency staff LSA designs habitat restoration plans and mitigation banks, implements and
monitors revegetation programs, and facilitates successful completion of permitting assignments.
Extensive use of GIS and Global Positioning System (GPS) has become a regular part of our work.
LSA's Natural Resources staff is the single largest technical discipline within LSA, with 32
professional staff members in our two Southern California offices. With 69 biologists statewide, we
can always consult internally with someone who has dealt with and overcome similar complex issues.
LSA has managed and monitored numerous habitat restoration and habitat creation projects until
released from further obligations by the resource agencies, including the United States Army Corps of
Engineers (Corps), California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG), the California Coastal
Commission (CCC), and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). LSA has experience
with sites ranging in area from less than 1 acre to 100 acres. The projects address habitat types
ranging from desert scrub to coastal wetlands. The professional staff has a broad base of hands-on
experience to effectively address and correct problems encountered during implementation.
LSA's Transportation staff offers comprehensive planning and engineering services for all aspects
of development and transportation projects. Our services include preparation of traffic impact
assessment reports, modeling for regional transportation networks, identifying roadway funding and
cost-sharing opportunities, and assessing traffic and parking conditions.
In Noise and Air Quality, LSA offers complete assessment modeling and monitoring of noise/air
quality impacts for residential, commercial, and industrial development; General Plan/Specific Plan
studies; and transportation projects. These services include modeling of construction and operational
emissions with mobile and stationary sources.
LSA's Cultural Resources staff provides field surveys, testing, laboratory services, resource
evaluation, and historical assessments. When required to offset significant impacts, we will develop
cost-sensitive and practical mitigation for cultural resource protection and preservation.
LSA's Geographic Inforniation Systems staff utilizes up-to-date technology to map and analyze
environmental data and information. GPS technology is applied to locate resources and geographic
reference points for surveys. Spatial data are used to generate digital maps and aerial photographic
overlays to facilitate project planning, augment environmental impact assessments, and enhance
public presentations.
LSA's Graphics staff is critical to our success, presenting complex information in visually appealing
presentations. Accurate and clear mapping, visual simulations, shade/shadow analyses, and
photography are essential components of our presentation of environmental analyses and planning
projects.
SUBCONSULTANTS
LSA has built its environmental services business on 30 years of strong performance, client
satisfaction, and repeat/referral business. While the demand for LSA's services remains strong, the
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key personnel identified in this submittal are available to provide bolh management/supervisorial and
direct/hands-on services for this assignment. The LSA team includes the following firms and key
personnel that we have worked with in the past and have found to be highly responsive and
professional.
NiNYO AND MOORE. Since 1986, clients have turned to Ninyo & Moore for innovative solutions to
complex geotechnical and environmental challenges. As a leading geotechnical and environmental
sciences engineering and consulting firm, Ninyo & Moore provides specialized services to clients in
both the public and private sectors. With offices in California, Nevada, and Arizona, the firm is fuliy
committed to being responsive, cost-efficient, and thorough in meeting its clients' project needs and
objectives.
Ninyo & Moore's geotechnical division provides geotechnical engineering, feasibility studies,
seismic and geologic hazards investigations, foundation investigations, pavement design, pile design,
slope stability evaluations, soil classification, geophysical evaluations, subsurface explorations,
evaluation of liquefaction potential, preparation of earthwork and foundation specification, water
resource development planning, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program/Standard Urban Storm
Management Plan (SWPPP/SUSMP) and Best Management Practices planning, and forensic
engineering. Ninyo & Moore has provided these services throughout the western United States for a
variety of projects including airports, bridges, commercial developments, dams, educational facilities,
harbor and offshore structures, highways and roadways, hospitals, industrial developments, landfills,
light rail transit lines, parks and recreational facilities, pipelines, power stations, railroads, residential
developments, reservoirs and tanks, transmission lines, tunnels, water treatment plants, and
wastewater treatment plants.
Ninyo & Moore's environmental division performs Phase I and II environmental site assessments and
audits, asbestos and lead paint surveys, underground storage tank assessments, hazardous waste
investigations, regulatory compliance, water resource development, soil and groundwater
contamination studies, and remediation services. These services have been provided for a variety of
clients including local. State, and federal governments; Department of Defense agencies; lenders; and
commercial developers.
Ninyo & Moore offers fully equipped, well-staffed, state-of-the-art geotechnical and materials
laboratory facilities performing a range of laboratory testing services under the supervision of a
registered civil engineer. Field and laboratory technicians and special inspectors are ACI, ICBO,
NICET, OSHA, and Caltrans-certified. Ninyo & Moore's testing laboratories have been inspected
and/or accredited by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
(AASHTO), American Materials Reference Laboratory (AMRL), Arizona Department of
Transportation, American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), Caltrans, California Division of
the State Architect, City of Los Angeles, City of San Diego, Nevada Department ofTransportation,
Clark County, City of Las Vegas, Tri-Chapter Special Inspection Committee, and the Corps.
VISIONSCAPE IMA(;ERY, INC. Founded in 1992 by brothers Eddie and Joe Font, VisionScape
Imagery has grown into a full-service architectural visualization firm serving all aspects ofthe
development process with architectural illustrations, visual simulations, terrain modeling, video
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animation, and interactive presentation solutions. The VisionScape team, headquartered in Irvine,
California, has the technical expertise, creative skills, and production capacity to perform highly
accurate and photo-realistic modeling and imaging. VisionScape has completed projects of varying
size and purpose, claiming clients in the public sector as well as in the private residential and
commercial segments. At VisionScape Imagery, unlike many firms in this industry, the two
Founding Principals are still involved in the day-to-day activities of the firm, making certain through
both their professional qualifications and personal attention to timeliness that each and every project
is carried out with a prompt turnaround time and with absolute accuracy.
FUSCOE ENCINEERINCJ, INC. is a civil engineering, watershed management, and land surveying firm
headquartered in Irvine with branch offices in Rancho Cucamonga and San Diego, California. Since
1992, the firm has completed hundreds of design projects in Central and Southern California, with
occasional assignments out of State.
The firm specializes in site development projects for residential, recreation, retail, and commercial
construction, as well as highway and flood control work for public agencies. These projects have
ranged in construction values up to $150 million and have involved clientele such as the County of
Santa Barbara; Federal General Services Administration; the University of California, Santa Barbara;
the University of California, Irvine; and the Orange County Fair and Exposition Center (32nd District
Agricultural Association).
Fuscoe is committed to providing timely and professional services that maximize value for clients.
Fuscoe has been named in 14 awards by the Building Industry Association and has been recognized
by a national organization as being one of the top 25 best-managed engineering firms.
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2. PERSONNEL, QUALIFICATIONS, AND REFERENCES
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The LSA team will provide the City ofCarlsbad with local, experienced, and well-recognized
personnel who will work together to prepare the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project Environmental
Impact Report. The Project Manager, Mona DeLeon, has over 20 years of environmental planning
experience. Ms. DeLeon will be supported by a distinguished team of task managers, as described
later in this section ofthe proposal.
Our project management approach encompasses three key facets to meet the City's needs:
• Provision of a strong, proven, dedicated Project Manager will provide the City of Carlsbad with
one primary contact. Ms. DeLeon will direct the team effort, ensure the team is acting in the best
interest ofthe City, and will verify that the work is completed to the highest technical levels. Ms.
DeLeon will also establish and maintain communication to keep the City informed and to resolve
issues quickly, including regularly scheduled status updates on all work products.
• Provision of a Principal in Charge, Robert Balen, with 30 years of professional planning
experience and expertise in the CEQA clearance process. Mr. Balen has successfully managed
scores of controversial large-scale projects, including the Waterfront Resort and Residential
Complex in Huntington Beach, Walt Disney Studios Expansion EIR in Burbank, Burbank Empire
Center Retail and Hotel EIR, San Joaquin Marsh EIR, Bolsa Chica Residential Project EIR,
Solana Beach Elementary School EIR, Los Coches/Cajon Valley Middle School EIR, and
Headlands Development and Conservation Plan EIR.
• Provision of a strong supporting team of task managers. These staff members will be responsible
for the technical adequacy and processing of technical reports and EIR sections. These task
managers will interface with their counterparts in the reviewing City staff to ensure that the
technical studies are completed in a manner satisfactory to the City.
The LSA Team is organized to effectively carry out the required planning and environmental
consulting services of the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project EIR on a fast-track, 13-month
schedule. Our Team has been structured to work directly with the City staff, the cooperating agencies
as required, and the citizens of Carlsbad.
The organizational chart on the following page represents the entire LSA Team. These are the
individuals who will be responsible for carrying out the required planning and environmental services
for the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project EIR. Other than routine data and information requests,
all LSA Team members will work through the Project Manager to communicate with the City,
approval agencies, and interested citizens. Resumes are provided in the appendix.
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PROJECT TEAM
Rob Balen: Principal in Charge
Project Involvement: 15%
Responsibility: As Principal in Charge, Mr. Balen will provide Ms. DeLeon with the corporate
support required to meet the project's schedule, budget, and staffing requirements. Mr. Balen will
provide contract oversight for the project and will be responsible for ensuring contract compliance
and implementation of LSA's Quality Control Plan. He will work with Ms. DeLeon and the City staff
and will be available for meetings as needed with the City.
Qualiflcations: Rob Balen is a Principal in LSA's Irvine and Carlsbad office and has been with LSA
for 20 years. Mr. Balen brings 28 years of professional planning experience to each project. As
manger of the Environmental Planning Group, Mr. Balen oversees CEQA and NEPA document
preparation, planning document preparation, and development project processing for projects in
Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego Counties. He has successfully managed EIRs for
controversial large-scale projects and had primary responsibility for the Walt Disney Studios
Expansion EIR in Burbank, Bolsa Chica Residential project. Headlands Resort and Residential
Development and Conservation project (Dana Point), San Joaquin Marsh Restoration project, the
Waterfront Resort and Residential Complex in Huntington Beach, and the Burbank Empire
Center/Lockheed B-I Site Redevelopment project. Mr. Balen is a California Certified Mediator.
Mona DeLeon, AICP: Project Manager
Project Involvement: 40%
ResponsibiUty: Ms. DeLeon will have primary responsibility for maintaining effective working
relationships with the City of Carlsbad and all team members. She will be responsible for the
management and administrative aspects ofthis project, as well as the team's performance with regard
to technical issues. In this regard, she will provide the LSA Team with all relevant information at the
outset of this assignment and will ensure, during the course ofthe work, that the LSA Team
coordinates its efforts in an effective and efficient manner. To this end, she will conduct regular
coordination, review progress, and coordinate the work of each participating party as necessary. Ms.
DeLeon will keep the City informed of all significant project information on a timely basis
throughout the life of this contract by way of informal and formal reporting via e-mail, fax, or phone
conversations.
Qualiflcations: Ms. DeLeon, AICP, is an Associate serving in the Environmental Planning Unit and
has been with LSA for six years. Ms. DeLeon's primary responsibilities include managing and
preparing EIRs, Environmental Impact Statements (EISs), Initial Studies, Negative Declarations,
Specific Plans, and land planning documents. She has over 20 years of experience in the planning
profession, with specialization in land planning, policy planning, development processing, and public
participation. Currently, Ms. DeLeon is managing the preparation of a Master Plan and EIR for the
Long Beach Sports Park project. Other recent experience include preparation of the North Long
Beach Police Station EA/FONSI, the Outdoor Education Camp EIR for the Boy Scouts of America
(Orange County), and an Addendum to the Headlands EIR (Dana Point). Ms. DeLeon is a key
member of the Los Angeles Airport EIR/EIS on-call FAA team.
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TASK MANA(JERS
The following key staff will serve as Task Managers responsible for conducting quality control/peer
review (as needed), technical evaluations, and preparation of technical reports.
Adrianne Beazley: Assistant Project Manager
Project Involvement: 40%
Responsibility: Ms. Beazley will act as Assistant Project Manager, responsible for assisting Ms.
DeLeon with document organization and effective communication between the City and the Project
Team.
Qualiflcations: Ms. Beazley has five years of experience related to environmental analysis. In
addition to preparing environmental docuinents pursuant to CEQA, Ms. Beazley prepares and reviews
constraints analyses and biological technical reports, biological assessments, and focused surveys for
a variety of animal species. Ms. Beazley specializes in ornithology and desert ecology. She has
experience working with permit application submittals to agencies such as the Corps (Corps Section
404 permits), USFWS (Section 7 and Section 10 endangered species consultations), and CDFG
(Section 1600 Streambed Alteration Agreements).
Lisa Williams, REHS, REA: Water Quality
Project Involvement: 15%
Responsibility: Ms. Williams will be responsible for preparation of the hazaidous materials and water
quality analysis in the EIR forthe proposed project.
Qualiflcations: Ms. Williams is a Senior Environmental Specialist with more than 14 years of
experience involving project management and expertise related to hazardous waste and water quality
issues. Her technical experience includes Preliminary Environmental Site Assessment (Phase I)
reports. Soil and Water Investigations (Phase II), Hazardous Waste Initial Site Assessments (ISA),
Water Quality Assessments Reports, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Permit Compliance.
Tony Petros: Transportation/Circulation
Project Involvement: 15%
Responsibility: Ponto Road provides access to the adjacent residential development, and the increase
in traftic generation has raised concerns with nearby residents. As lead traffic planner, Mr. Petros
will be responsible for third-party review of previous reports completed by Urban Systems
Associates, Inc. and RBF Consulting; review comments and letters related to City Council hearings;
and develop traffic control and parking plans for the EIR.
Qualiflcations: Mr. Petros is an LSA Principal and Manager of the Transportation Group. Mr. Petros has
been with LSA for 20 years. His primary responsibilities at LSA include managing transportation
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engineering services, reviewing comprehensive traffic and parking studies, and assisting in the
preparation of environmental documents. Mr. Petros has conducted traftic studies throughout the State of
California, applying the California Department ofTransportation (Caltrans) Traffic Manual, Highway
Design Manual, and Project Development Process guidelines and requirements. He has developed
numerous trafTic and parking management plans for both public and private projects. Representative
projects for Mr. Petros include the Montage Resort, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa,
Oceanside Walkable Communities project, and the Ramada site traffic studies within the Anaheim
Platinum Triangle Specific Plan.
Tony Chung, Ph.D.: Air Quality and Noise Analysis
Project Involvement: 15%
Responsibility: As the proposed project will result in an incremental increase in local and regional air
pollution and traftic volumes, air and noise impact studies are very important on this project. Dr.
Chung will be responsible for conducting these studies in reference to the proposed resort project and
incorporating the findings of the review into the EIR.
Qualiflcations: Dr. Chung, Ph.D., is a Principal and Director of Acoustical and Air Quality Services
in LSA's Irvine office. He has over 16 years experience in environmental studies, specializing in
noise and air quality impact analysis. Dr. Chung is a Board-certified member ofthe Institute of Noise
Control Engineering (INCE) and is on the certified acoustical consultant list in both Orange and San
Diego Counties. Dr. Chung has conducted more than 500 community and transportation noise impact
analyses for highways/freeways, airports, railroads, landfills, industrial/manufacturing plants, schools,
hospitals, and residential communities. He is experienced with noise models such as the Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) Integrated Noise Model (INM) and Federal Highway Administration
(FHWA) Stamina/TNM, Caltrans Sound32, and methods to assess rail noise and other stationary
noise sources. Dr. Chung has substantial experience in air quality analysis in numerous air quality
management/control districts throughout the State of California and southwestern United States. He
has conducted more than 150 air quality studies for highways/freeways, airports, seaports and bays,
landfills, commercial and industrial developments, and residential communities. He is experienced
with the California Air Resource Board (ARB) EMFAC7, URBEMIS, CALINE, FAA's Emission
and Dispersion Modeling System (EDMS), and United States Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) CAL3QHC, as well as air quality models for regional emissions and local carbon monoxide
(CO) hot spot analyses.
Deborah McLean, MA, RPA: Cultural Resources
Project Involvement: 15%
Responsibility: A Cultural Resources Constraints Study of the Ponto Specific Plan completed by
RECON (June 17, 2003) identified a light scatter of shell, several flakes, and two stone tools outside
of the project area. Additional testing is needed and documentation is required in the proposed EIR.
This task will be completed by Ms. McLean.
Qualiflcations: Ms. McLean is a Principal with LSA's Irvine office and an archaeologist with 21
years of field experience in cultural resource management, the last 11 at LSA. Ms. McLean is
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responsible for coordinating and directing archaeological projects in compliance with CEQA and
NEPA. Ms. McLean coordinates and directs archaeological and paieontological laboratory operations
and is responsible for departmental staffing and management. Ms. McLean conducts archaeological
fleld surveys and excavations and prepares technical reports. She has authored and coauthored well
over 100 technical reports.
Mike Trotta: Biological Resources
Project Involvement: 25%
Responsibility: Mr. Trotta will be responsible for reviewing the Existing Biological Conditions
Report and Wetlands Delineation Report and evaluating potential biological impacts to open space
and habitat areas of the proposed project.
Qualiflcations: Mr. Trotta has experience with the San Diego County Multiple Species Conservation
Program (MSCP), the County Biological Resources Protection Ordinance, Biological Mitigation
Ordinance, City of San Diego Biology Guidelines, California Endangered Species Act (CESA), and
Federal Endangered Species Act (ESA). Mr. Trotta has managed biological resource and wetland
assessments and mapping and prepared reports in compliance with City and County of San Diego
guidelines. He has obtained environmental permits from the resource agencies for San Diego clients
and is currently managing biological resource surveys for three sites on behalf of the County of San
Diego. He is currently managing the monitoring for four mitigation sites for construction of two
schools on behalf of the Escondido Union School District and is currently implementing mitigation
measures for Cajon Valley Union School District, both in San Diego County.
Mike Trotta is an Associate with LSA with more than 10 years of experience relative to biological
resource assessment, permitting, and native habitat restoration in Southern California. His
responsibilities include project management; assisting clients in obtaining environmental permits
from federal. State, and local agencies; preparing biological evaluations and assessments;
coordinating with clients, contractors, subcontractors, monitoring firms, developers, and government
agencies; preparing reports on revegetation projects, jurisdictional waters, and wetlands delineations;
and monitoring and managing construction crews in restoration construction of native habitat, with
emphasis on coastal sage scrub (CSS), riparian, and saltwater marsh plant and animal communities.
Mr. Trotta's monitoring responsibilities include constmction monitoring during project preparation,
plant and seed material installation, regular maintenance monitoring, qualitative and quantitative data
collection for progress analysis, and noise analysis. In addition, he has attended seminars relating to
the flora of San Diego County and exotic weed eradication and has completed a course in Methods of
Habitat Restoration offered by the University ofCalifornia, Riverside.
Nicole Dubois: CEQA Compliance
Project Involvement: 20%
Responsibility: Ms. Dubois will be responsible for review of environmental analysis and technical
reports for consistency with the project description and compliance with CEQA.
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Qualifications: Ms. Dubois, Senior Environmental Planner, contributes to project planning for large
land use proposals and development projects. Her responsibilities include management, preparation,
and research of environmental documents pursuant to CEQA and the National Environmental Policy
Act (NEPA). Her recent projects include Headlands Development and Conservation Plan EIR
Addendum, Long Beach Home Depot EIR, the Orange County Fair and Exposition Center Master
Plan EIR, Santa Ana College Master Plan EIR, Santiago Canyon College Master Plan EIR, and the
Long Beach Sports Park EIR. Ms. Dubois also participates in a multidisciplinary team that provides
ongoing land planning and environmental management support for Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E).
Stephen A. Beck, PG, CEG, HG, REA, Principal Environmental Geologist, Ninyo & Moore:
Agricultural Resources, Geology/Soils, Hazards/Hazardous Materials, Mineral Resources
Project Involvement: 15%
Responsibility: Mr. Beck will be responsible for the geotechnical investigations for CEQA
documentation.
Qualifications: As a Principal Environmental Geologist with Ninyo & Moore, Mr. Beck has 24 years of
professional experience. Mr. Beck provides managerial, technical, and QA/QC oversight and support on all
corporate, environmental submittals and projects. He has been an active participant in the development of
the San Diego Department of Environmental Health's (DEH) Site Assessment and Mitigation (SAM)
Manual, which has been adopted by other agencies, in whole or in part, throughout California. In particular,
Mr. Beck has received written acknowledgements from the DEH for his excellent contributions to the SAM
Manual.
Eddie Font, Principal and Co-Founder of VisionScape Imagery: Architectural Visualization
Project Involvement: 10%
Responsibility: Mr. Font will be responsible for preparation of visual simulations of the project.
Qualifications: Mr. Font provides overall strategic responsibility forthe firm with almost 15 years of
hands-on experience in the field of Architectural and Engineering Visualization. Mr. Font holds a Bachelor
of Architecture from the University of Southern California. In 1987 he began his career at Pardee Homes,
and in 1992, formed VisionScape Imagery with his brother and partner, Joe Font. Mr. Font has
distinguished himself as a principal who truly interacts and enjoys working with clients. Bringing his
customer-centric philosophy, as well as his expertise in the fields of architecture and engineering, Mr. Font
ensures adherence to a prompt turnaround time and close attention to detail.
Ian Adam, M.E.S.M., Fuscoe Engineering: Water Quality Management
Project Involvement: 5%
Responsibility: Mr. Adam will be responsible for preparation of a preliminary Water Quality
Management Plan in accordance with the proposed project.
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Qualifications: Mr. Adam's specialty is water resources, with an emphasis in water quality
regulations and Resource Agency interaction. As such, Mr. Adam emphasizes storm water regulations
and water quality best management practices (BMPs) design to public and private clients. Mr.
Adam's technical background in waler quality, combined with his engineering and regulatory
experience, provides clients with a uniquely trained individual to work with stakeholders, regulatory
agencies, and other consultants.
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RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
LSA has prepared several hundred environmental evaluations ofthe past 30 years for both public and
private projects and has extensive experience with resort and coastal resort projects. A description of
several recent resort projects are presented below.
LSA ASSOCIATES, INC.
Waterfront Hilton Resort EIR
Client: Thc Robert Mayer Corporation
Project Location: Huntington Beach, California
LSA prepared an EIR for a four-star hotel, commercial, and residential complex along Pacific Coast
Highway in Huntington Beach. The project is located in the coastal zone. Issues discussed in the EIR
included redevelopment of downtown/coastal Huntington Beach; phasing issues; aesthetics issues
related to beachfront hotel towers; beach access; on-site wetlands; and relocation of 209 mobile
homes. LSA is involved in ongoing wetland mitigation, traffic parking and access issues, and
environmental clearances for the subsequent phases of development.
Newport Dunes Resort EIR
Client: City of Newport Beach
Project Location: Newport Beach, California
he project consisted of the adoption of a LSA prepared an EIR for the Newport Dunes Resort.
Planned Community District Plan forthe entire lOO-acjre Newport Dunes Resort and the development
ofa Hotel and Time-Share Resort with 400 hotel and 100 time-share units on a 30-acre portion of the
existing Newport Dunes Resort. In addition to other discretionary actions, the project included an
amendment to the Newport Beach Local Coastal Program and an amendment to the Coastal
Development Permit for the project site. Hearings were held on the project by the Planning
Commission and City Council, but the project was withdrawn by the applicant prior to EIR
certification after approval of a voter-sponsored antigrowth initiative.
Treasure Island (Montage) Resort Community EIR
Client: The Athens Group
Project Location: Laguna Beach. California
LSA prepared an EIR to address the redevelopment of the Treasure
Island mobile home park, a 30-acre site that includes a beach and
bluffs and is now a world-class resort and residential complex. The
proposed project is a resort hotel with banquet facilities, multiple
keyed resort residential units, and single-family homes. The applicant
is .seeking a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, and Local
Coastal Plan (LCP) approval (the site is in a deferred certified LCP
area). Assessment of a'tentative tract map and Development
Agreement were also included in the EIR. Key issues addressed in the
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EIR included visual impacts to surrounding residents, public coastal access and safety issues, water
quality, protection of tide pools/marine resources, effects on sand movement, and land use
compatibility issues.
Treasure Island (Montage) Resort TrafTic Impact Analysis
Client: The Athens Croup
Project Location: Laguna Beach, California
After EIR certification and approval ofthe project, LSA was recommended
to the property owner by the City of Laguna Beach to prepare the traffic
impact analysis for the Treasure Island Resort project, one of the more
controversial projects in Laguna Beach. LSA prepared the level of service
impact assessments at intersections and arterials within the project's sphere
of influence. LSA staff conducted detailed operational analyses ofthe resort
drop-off/valet areas, beach drop-off areas, and individual turn movement
operations at the access locations. LSA also prepared the Parking
Management Plan for the resort that incorporated monitoring and shared use
of an adjacent retail/commercial parking area. LSA provided detailed
analyses and presentation materials as part of the lengthy public hearing and
review process. The project and the attendant Parking Management and
Transportation Demand Management Plans were approved by the City
Council and used to gain CCC approval of the resort project. The project has
been constructed and is now operational as The Montage Resort.
Spanish Bay Resort Resource Management Plan
Client: t'ebble Beach Conipany
Project Location: Monterey County. Calilornia
LSA was instmmental in providing environmental documentation and restoration planning for the
Spanish Bay Resort reviewed through the Coastal Commission and the County of Monterey. The
236-acre resort is located on the coast of the Monterey Peninsula in the Del Monte Forest and
includes plans for an 18-hole championship golf course, a 270-room resort hotel, and 80
condominiums.
As consultant to the Pebble Beach Company, LSA provided special professional services in numerous
environmental planning and design disciplines. Our emphasis focused on managing technical studies,
as well as implementation. Specialists on the LSA staff studied the biological sensitivity of the
Spanish Bay environment, making recommendations regarding the preservation of resources in light
of development potential. Other programs included a shoreline accessibility study and plan, a signing
program, and a Transportation Systems Management program. After project approval, LSA
conducted one of the largest and most complex dune restoration projects in the State in order to
restore the on-site sand dunes to their native condition.
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Disney Vacation Resort/Marriott Resort at Newport Coast EIR/F>IR Addendum
Client: Disney Developnient Company/Marriott Corporation
Project Location: Newport Coast. County of Orange. California
LSA prepared an EIR for construction ofthe Disney Vacation Resort on the Newport Coast. The
project site is a 70-acre parcel designated on the LCP for tourist commercial use. The resort was
proposed to include 650 vacation units, restaurants, retail, health club, swimming pools, tennis courts,
tot-lots, and parking. The property subsequently was sold to Marriott Resorts and was modified for
construction of 500 for-sale timeshare units.
While the land use and development of the site were addressed in previous environmental documents
for the Newport Coast (which LSA prepared), LSA prepared an updated EIR to address the specific
resort project and refine mitigation measures for construction approval. These issues included:
landform alteration; water quality, including relationship ofthe Resort project to the Master Drainage
Runoff Management Plan; biological resources, including assessment of coastal sage scrub habitat
and development of a mitigation plan to offset impacts to the California gnatcatcher; visual impacts,
including consistency with LCP policies and height limitations; traffic and circulation; air quality;
noise; and socioeconomics, especially affordable housing issues for employees of the resort. LSA
prepared an EIR Addendum for the Marriott Resort project on this site in 1998 to address changes in
design and grading. The project has been construcied and is now operational.
Lake Isabella Hot Springs Resort EIR
Client: Lake Isabella Hot Springs Resort, Inc.
Project Location: Lake Isabella, California
LSA prepared an EIR for the Lake Isabella Hot Springs Resort in the town of the Lake Isabella in
Kern County. The projeci proposed the developmenl ofa 100-room hotel with 60 cottage units, a
Recreational Vehicle Resort with 100 sites, and thermal pools and spas that will utilize the 47-acre
site's existing hol springs. LSA biologists conducted a focused survey for the Alkali mariposa lily and
prepared a wetland impact analysis for the projeci, which were incorporated into the EIR biological
impact assessment. LSA provided resource agency scoping and coordination for biological resources
studies and the wetlands impact report. The project proponent decided not to pursue the project, and
the Draft EIR was withdrawn prior to full for public review.
Hyatt Resort at Pelican Hill EIR
Client: Hyatt Development Corporation
Project Location: Newport Coast. Orange County, California
LSA prepared the EIR for a new Hyatt Resort Hotel wilhin the Irvine Coast Planned Community in
unincorporated Orange County. The project implements the tourist commercial component of the
Irvine Coast LCP Land Use Plan. Discretionary approvals include a combined Coastal Development
Permit/Site Developmenl Plan and a Tentative Parcel Map. The 450-room destination resort includes
restaurants, retail, meeting and banquet rooms, a spa, and tennis courts. Primary environmental issues
include landform modification, aesthetics, affordable housing for hotel employees, and compliance
with the Irvine Coast LCP.
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Headlands Development and Conservation Plan EIR/EIR Addendum
Client: Headlands Reserve. LLC
Project Location: Dana Poinl. Calilornia
LSA prepared an EIR for the Headlands Development and Conservation Plan (HDCP) in the City of
Dana Point. The HDCP includes development of 115 single-family residential lots; Visitor/
Recreational Commercial uses; a 65-room resort and spa with frontage on Pacific Coast Highway.
Other components ofthe project include 30.3 acres of conservation open space with public safety
constraints, environmental resources, and/or scenic value; and 31.7 acres of recreation open space that
includes a trail system, public parks, public recreation visitor facilities, and a public beach. The
project required an amendment to the Dana Point Local Coastal Program and the approval of a Master
Coastal Development Permit.
Solana Beach Elementary School No. 6 EIR
Client: Solana Beach School District
Project Location: Solana Beach. California
LSA prepared an EIR for the propo.sed site acquisition,
construction, and operation of a new elementary school
intended to serve 550 students. The site is located in the
Carmel Valley community of the City of San Diego.
Population growth in this area has resulted in a substantial
increase in student enrollment, and the Solana Beach School
District identified a critical need for a new school to address both current and future enrollment needs.
The EIR addressed air quality and noise, geology and soils, hazards, hydrology, population and
housing, land use and planning, recreation, and transportation and circulation. The EIR was litigated
and successfully withstood the legal challenge.
Los Coches Creek Middle School EIR
Client: Cajt)n Valley Union School District
Project Location: El Cajon. California
LSA prepared an EIR for a new middle school. The
proposed 1,200-student school will provide
educational facilities for grades 6-8, with 100
employees estimated at build out. Potentially
significant issues addressed include aesthetics,
hydrology, water quality, biology, cultural
resources, data recovery, traffic, air quality, and noise.
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County of San Diego On-Call Services (Contract No. 506119)
Client: County of San Diego
Project Location: San Diego, California
LSA was retained by the County of San Diego to provide on-call environmental services. The
following Task Orders have been performed to date:
• Protocol Surveys for Pala Temecula and Pala Mission Road Improvements. LSA is
conducting surveys for the arroyo toad (Bufo californicus) in accordance with United States Fish
and Wildlife Service (USFWS) protocols for the species, in addition to surveys of the three sites
for the presence of suitable habitat to support the Quino checkerspot butterfly (Euphydryas editha
cfuino; QCB). LSA biologists are also conducting a database search for recorded observations of
the least Bell's vireo (Vireo bellii pusillus) and will prepare a letter with recommendations on the
need for least Bell's vireo surveys based on site observations and the results of the database
search.
• San Elijo Lagoon Focused Surveys. LSA is conducting focused surveys and preparation of
reports that document the surveys for the following federally listed as threatened or endangered
species: the light-footed clapper rail (Rallus longirostris levipes; LFCR), southwestern willow
flycatcher (Empidonax traillii extimus; SWF), least Bell's vireo (Vireo hellii pusillus; LBV), and
coastal California gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica californica; CAGN) at the approximately
27-acre site proposed for the San Elijo Lagoon Visitor Center Improvements project located at
2710 Manchester Avenue, Encinitas, San Diego County, California. The surveys are being
conducted in accordance with USFWS and CDFG protocol for the respective species.
• South Santa Fe Avenue Reconstruction Project Least Bell's Vireo Surveys. LSA is
conducting surveys of the 3.32-acre site for the federally listed as endangered LBV in accordance
with USFWS protocol for the species in anticipation ofa road improvement project for this site in
the City of Vista.
• Floral and Faunal Species Inventory for San Diego County Lands near Palomar Airport,
Carlsbad, San Diego County. LSA recently conducted floral and faunal species inventory
surveys ofthe approximately 50-acre site located east of Palomar Airport, northeast of the
intersection of Palomar Airport Road and El Camino Real.
• Protocol-Level Surveys for San Diego Fairy Shrimp at Palomar Airport, Carlsbad, San
Diego County. LSA is the lead consultant for focused fairy shrimp surveys, including both dry-
and wet-season surveys for the federally listed as endangered San Diego fairy shrimp
(Branchinecta sandiegoensis).
• Biological Survey and Wetland Delineation Report, Fallbrook Burn Dump Mitigation. LSA
is conducting a biological survey and jurisdictional wetland and waters delineation for the
approximately six-acre site located in unincorporated Fallbrook, County of San Diego, California.
• Development of an Arroyo Toad Biological Assessment for Cottonwood Creek Habitat
Restoration Project. The project involves the removal of saltcedar (Tamarix spp.) and giant reed
(Arundo donax) in Cottonwood Creek for the County of San Diego Department of Public Works
within habitat of the federally endangered arroyo toad. Under Section 7 of the Endangered
Species Act, the project requires consultation with USFWS for the application ofa take permit.
LSA is the prime consultant and TAIC is the subconsultant preparing the biological assessment.
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City of San Diego On-Call Environmental Services
Client: City of San Diego
Project Location: San Diego, California
LSA was contracted by the Waler and Sewer Design Division (formerly Wastewater Facilities and
Engineering) and Capital Project Department ofthe City of San Diego to provide environmental
consulting services. The services requested and provided include a biological resources assessment
and GPS/GIS mapping; interpretation of federal. State, and local environmental regulations; and
construction monitoring. Additionally, LSA is currently teaming with City of San Diego staff and
consultants to provide mapping, impacts analysis, and recommendations for compliance with City
Guidelines. The project team assisted the City in developing standards for GIS dala collection and
vegetation mapping.
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South Carlsbad State Beach, Carlsbad, California
Client: California Departnient of Parks and Recreation
Location: Carlsbad, California
Ninyo & Moore was retained to perform a limited geotechnical evaluation for a restroom located at
North Ponto Day-Use Area at South Carlsbad State Beach in the City ofCarlsbad, California. The
project involved the constmction of a single American Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible vault
restroom building with an approximately 1,000-gallon underground holding tank, with the restroom
over it. An approximately five-foot excavation will be made to accommodate the holding tank. The
restroom will be located at the west edge ofthe paved parking lot, centered in an existing curbed
parking space within approximately 18 feet of a westerly descending coastal bluff Ninyo & Moore's
scope of services included review of background information, including available geotechnical data,
topographic maps, geologic maps, and stereoscopic aerial photographs; performance of a geologic
reconnaissance of the proposed site to observe existing conditions and to facilitate the collection of
bulk samples of exposed soils; limited laboratory testing consisting of sieve analysis and soil
corrosivity tests; and preparation of a geotechnical evaluation report presenting findings, conclusions,
and recommendations regarding faulting and seismicity, earthwork, excavatability, slope stability,
foundations, and soil corrosivity.
Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan EIR, Carlsbad, California
Client: Cotton Beland Associates
Project Location: San Diego. California
Ninyo & Moore provided an evaluation of a proposed stormwater management concept and analyzed
the potential for a proposed major development to affect the quality of surface water in Agua
Hedionda Lagoon, Encinas Creek, and the Pacific Ocean. The proposed erosion and sedimentation
engineering controls (e.g., grass-lined swales, desiltation and detention basins) to mitigate potential
water quality and biological impacts from erosion were analyzed, and the potential impact from
increased runoff including stormwater runoff from newly created impervious surtaces, such as
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paving, combined with urban pollutants associated with mixed land uses (e.g., agricultural,
commercial). The evaluation included a discussion of mitigation measures (i.e., Best Management
Practices [BMPs]) proposed to reduce these impacts. The evaluation concluded that the proposed
project would not have a significant direct negative impact on surface or groundwater quality unless
an unauthorized source of contamination was introduced during the preconstruction, construction,
and/or maintenance pha.ses of the project. It was emphasized that specific stormwater control system
design criteria be developed in collaboration with a hydraulic engineer so that the system would
safely and effectively convey stormwater from the area and improve water quality. Ninyo & Moore
also recommended the use of vegetative filters and other pollution control structures near pollution
sources, segregation of agricultural and commercial runoff, BMPs that use education and incentives
to reduce pollution sources, and to plan and impiemenl good mainlenance BMPs including inspecting
and repairing the system, wilh an appreciation of critical events such as the wel .season's "first flush."
Il was concluded that the strategic use of vegetative fillers, detention basins, and other stormwater
quality control .structures, along wilh comprehensive ongoing managemeni ofthe stormwater system,
could potentially improve the overall waler quality of the stormwater runoff from the project area.
Cantarini Ranch and Holly Springs Projects, Carlsbad, California
Client: City ofCarlsbad Planning Departnient c/o Mooney Associates
Project Location: Carlsbad, California
Ninyo & Moore was retained for a limiled soils and geotechnical evaluation and review for the
proposed Cantarini Ranch and Holly Springs projects in the City of Carlsbad, California. The projects
are locaied in northeastern Carlsbad, north of El Camino Real and east of the future extension of
College Boulevard. The project area for Cantarini Ranch is approximately 155 acres, and the Holly
Springs project area is approximately 100 acres. Services included review of background project
documents including available geotechnical reports, geologic literature, stereoscopic aerial
photographs, and site development and grading plans; performance of site reconnaissance to observe
surface features; data compilation and analyses; and preparation of a report presenting the findings,
preliminary conclusions, and recommendations for additional evaluation. The report included an
evaluation of existing geotechnical reports, a preliminary evaluation of the applicability of
ripping/blasting, the potential for removals and recompaction of existing soils, groundwater, and other
potential geotechnical impacts to the projects.
Magellan Gateway Hotel EIR, Solana Beach, California
Client: City of Solana Beach c/o Curtis Scott Englehorn & Associates
Project Location: Solana Beach. California
Ninyo & Moore performed a preliminary geotechnical evaluation and a Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment (ESA) for an EIR on a 3.5-acre site located east of Highway 101 in Solana Beach,
California. The proposed development will consist of a three-story, 115-unit, 74,000-square-foot hotel
with underground parking and a 19-unit, 2-building condominium development. Ninyo & Moore's
services included a review of background information including geotechnical reports, geologic
reports, geologic and topographic maps, and stereoscopic aerial photographs; a geologic
reconnaissance; drilling, logging, and sampling six exploratory test borings with a truck-mounted drill
rig; geotechnical laboratory testing consisting of in-situ moisture content and dry density, grain size
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analyses, expansion index, consolidation, pH, minimum resistivity, sulfate content, and chloride
content; compilation and analysis ofthe data; and preparation ofa report presenting preliminary
conclusions and recommendations for inclusion in the EIR. Specific issues addres.sed included
general geologic conditions, faulting and seismicity, the liquefaction potential, groundwater, slope
stability, erosion potential, compressible and expansive soils, mineral resources, and preliminary
geotechnical design considerations.
Ninyo & Moore's Phase I ESA services included review of maps and reports pertaining to the site, as
provided by the client; interviews with property representatives regarding the environmental status of
the site; performance of a site reconnaissance to visually identify areas of possibly contaminated
surficial soil or surtace water, improperly stored hazardous materials, possible sources of
polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and possible risks of contamination from activities at the site and
adjacent properties; and review of regulatory agency databases for the site and for properties located
within a specified radius of the site to evaluate the possible environmental impact to the site. These
databases list locations of known hazardous waste sites, landfills, and leaking underground storage
tanks, permitted facilities that utilize underground storage tanks, and facilities that use, store, or
dispose of hazardous materials. Services also included review of historical documents, including
aerial photographs (site and vicinity), historical fire insurance rate maps (site and available adjacent
properties), building department records (site only), and city directories (site and available adjacent
properties); and preparation ofa Phase I ESA report, documenting findings and providing opinions
and conclusions regarding possible environmental impacts at the site.
Alga Norte Community Park, Carlsbad, Califorma
Client: City ofCarlsbad c/o Wimmer Yamada Caughey
Project Location: Carlsbad. California
Ninyo & Moore was retained to perform a geotechnical evaluation for the proposed Alga Norte
Community Park to be located in Carlsbad, California. The propo.sed Alga Norte Community Park
will be located on a 33-acre site northwest of the intersection of the future alignments of Poin.settia
Lane and Alicante Road. Ninyo & Moore's .services included review of available background
information such as pertinent existing geotechnical reports, aerial photographs, and topographic and
geologic maps; performance of a field reconnaissance and geologic mapping ofthe site; subsurface
exploration with borings; laboratory testing; compilation and analysis of data obtained; and
preparation ofa written report providing findings, conclusions, and geotechnical recommendations to
assist in design and construction.
Cielo North EIR, San Diego County, California
Client: Lettieri-Mclntyre & Associates
Project Location: San Diego. California
Ninyo & Moore was retained to provide the geotechnical, hazardous materials, and water quality
portions of an EIR for the Cielo North project located adjacent to Lake Hodges Dam and San
Dieguito River. The site consists of an irregularly shaped parcel that comprises approximately 573
acres located south of Elfin Forest Road and Harmony Grove Road in the Elfin-Forest Harmony
Grove area of northem San Diego County. The site consists of a series of moderate to steep-sided
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chaparral covered ridges and hills separated by steep ravines. The majority ofthe site is a north-to-
northwest-facing slope with shallow steep gradients. A major southwesterly-trending drainage,
Escondido Creek, exists along the northern and northwestern edges of the site. The bedrock units
underlying the site are metavolcanic rock ofthe Santiago Peak Volcanics and igneous granodiorite of
the southern California batholith. Surficial units include stream-deposited alluvium along Escondido
and topsoil/colluvium. The proposed development will consist of approximately 200 residential lots,
ranging in size from one-half to two acres in area. A total of approximately 250 acres of the property
will be developed, with the remainder left in a relatively native state. Ninyo & Moore's services
included a site reconnaissance ofthe property and surrounding vicinity; review of available geologic,
geotechnical, and hydrogeologic maps and literature pertaining to the site; review of regulatory
agency information; review of historic stereo.scopic aerial photographs; and preparation of separate
written reports for each phase ofthe study. Geotechnical issues addressed included local and regional
seismicity, presence of shallow groundwater along Escondidio Creek, rock rippability, and local and
regional joint patterns within the bedrock. Of particular issue was the stability of bedrock cut slopes.
Preliminary conclusions and recommendation for site seismicity, grading, rippability and blasting,
construction, and additional subsurface evaluations were also provided.
VISIONSCAPE IMAGERY, INC.
Carlsbad Resort - Planning Area 5
Client: Grand Pacific Resorts
Project Location: Carlsbad, California
The Carlsbad Resort was a project completed for Grand Pacific Resorts in 2004 that required the use of
visual simulation. By merging high-resolution digital photography, along with accurate three-
dimensional modeling and GPS data, VisionScape Imagery created an accurate and photo-realistic view
ofthe resort as it would appear following construction, thus enabling concerned citizens and City decision
makers to truly understand the full scope of the project.
ACDA South Canyon Resort and Golf
Client: Terra Nova Planning
Project Location: Palm Springs, California
The ACDQA South Canyon Resort was a project completed for Terra Nova in 2003 and included the
rendering of three visual simulations. These three "before and after" images produced by
VisionScape Imagery enabled nonarchitectural audiences to objectively envision the many design
elements of the development.
Pacific City
Client: Makar Properties. Inc.
Project LocaUon: Huntington Beach, California
For the Pacific City project commissioned by Makar Properties in 2003, VisionScape Imagery was
responsible for crafting 12 visual simulations for a large development effort to be carried out near
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retail shops, and condominiums.
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Orange County Fair and Exposition Center Master Plan
Client: 32nd District Agricultural Association
Project Location: Costa Mesa, California
This site, located in the City of Costa Mesa, is Stale-owned. Current uses include the Orange Counly
fairgrounds, swap meet, equestrian center, amphitheater, and exhibition buildings. Fuscoe's
assignment includes civil engineering support to land planners for a complete redesign of the
fairgrounds master plan, as well as an assessment of current and future uses to increase site
efficiency. Plans include refurbishment of the amphitheater; removing the lawn to increase public
seating; moving 200,000 cubic yards of dirt, and adding theater roofing. Additionally, Fuscoe is
reassessing water, sewer, and storm drain systems for future uses. Fuscoe is developing a runoff and
water quality management plan and other on-site modifications for the fairgrounds equestrian center
(currently 15 acres ofthe 110-acre site). Fuscoe is working with the land planner to reduce the size of
the existing equestrian site from 15 acres to 8 acres while maximizing land uses. Proposals have
included demolition of the stables, corrals, and other facilities to accommodate a larger parking area
and new water quality facilities to improve the proposed runoff condition.
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Modernization
Client: City of Santa Barbara
Project Location: Santa tiarbara. California
The proposed project is centrally located in the Oak Park neighborhood of the City of Santa Barbara
on what are presently four separate parcels totaling approximately 14.54 acres. The proposed project
will increase the size of the medical campus by approximately 46 percent and includes adding a
helipad and structured parking.
Fuscoe Engineering is part of a team to prepare a comprehensive EIR for this project. Fuscoe
Engineering is providing expertise in hydrology, floodplain mapping, and water quality for
construction and postconstmction related impacts. The EIR will describe the existing hydrologic
conditions of the project, and the regulatory framework for flood control requirements and flood
mapping revisions will be outlined. The EIR will also describe the existing water quality
environmental setting in terms of local discharges into the municipal separate storm sewer system, the
downstream receiving water body, and the Mission Creek watershed.
The three major potential impacts of the proposed project are changes to the flood pattems and
conditions, water quality impacts due to the phased construction plan, and water quality impacts due
to the long-term operations of Cottage Hospital after all construction has been completed. Fuscoe
Engineering is providing peer review and evaluation of the two hydrology studies and the
construction management plan previously prepared and identifying any deficiencies. Specific
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mitigation measures are designed to comply with local grading and water quality ordinances, as well
as with the State General Permit for Construction Activities. Fuscoe Engineering is analyzing the
iong-term potential water quality impacts within the context of the Phase II storm water regulations.
Dana Point Harbor Revitalization Project
Client: County of Orange
Project Location: Dana Poinl, California
After nearly three years of planning and preparation of technical documents for the EIR, the Dana
Point Harbor Revitalization project was .stmggling to properly address the large-and small-scale water
quality and hydrology issues that are important to the local community and resource agencies. Fuscoe
Engineering was brought in to "peer review" the existing work to date and to prepare the final Water
Quality Management Plan for the EIR. The scope of work includes evaluating the drainage
improvements and selected water quality BMPs by two other respected firms for the project;
verifying sizing requirements, functionality, feasibility, and long-term maintenance costs; and
providing recommendations for other applicable BMPs when necessary. The scope also includes
setting policy and guidelines for future development within the Harbor for compliance with existing
and future water quality measures. Lastly, the final report will summarize regional efforts to improve
water quality and drainage within the Harbor itself and the upstream end in addition to a field
reconnaissance evaluation to provide further recommendations for water quality improvements from
local off-site run-on into the project boundary. In addition to this work, Fu.scoe has been coordinating
the water quality planning strategies between the County and the City of Dana Point.
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Ken Frank, City Manager Allen Haynie, esq. Kyle Butterwick, Community
City of Laguna Beach Latham & Watkins LLP Development Director
505 Forest Avenue 600 West Broadway, Suite 1800 City of Dana Point
Laguna Beach, CA 92651 San Diego, CA 92101-3375 33282 Golden Lantern
(949) 497-0704 (619) 236-1234 Dana Point, CA 92629
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Jeff Ahlstrom John Bridges Scott Englehorn
California Department of Parks Cotton Beland Associates Curtis Scott Englehorn &
and Recreation 8954 Rio San Diego Drive Associates
8885 Rio San Diego Drive Suite 610 345 South Coast Highway 101
Suite 270 San Diego, CA 92108 Suite N
San Diego, CA 92108 (619)291-1475 Cardiff, CA 92007
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Donald Dirian, Project Manager Brian Fisk, Planning Manager Tom Smith, President
RBF Consulting City of Irvine BonTerra Consulting
74-130 Country Club Drive I Civic Center Plaza 320 N. HaLstead Street
Palm Desert, CA 92260 Irvine, CA 92623-9575 Suite 130
(909) 974-4953 (949) 724-6429 Pasadena CA 91 107
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Wade J. Brown, Project Howard Weldon, NPDES Stephan Wandel, Real Estate
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City of Laguna Beach City of Yorba Linda Boeing Realty Corporation
505 Forest 4845 Casa Loma Avenue 4900 Conant Street
Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Yorba Linda, CA 92886-3364 Building 1, M/C DOO 1-0097
(949) 497-0360 (714)961-7133 Long Beach, CA 90846
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3. SCOPE OF SERVICES
Per the City of Carlsbad's (City) Request for Proposal (RFP), the following scope of work is provided
for the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR 05-03) for the Hilton Carlsbad Beach
Resort project and related applications (SDP 05-14/CDP 05-43/RP 05-11).
1.0 PROJECT BACKGROUND
This scope of work was prepared in accordance with the requirements of the City's RFP for the
preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort located in
the City's southwest quadrant.
The site is generally located on the east side of Cartsbad Boulevard, south of Poinsettia Avenue, and
covers approximately eight acres of land. Primary local access to the project is provided via Ponto
Road. The proposed project would include 215 hotel rooms, meeting space, a restaurant, and a spa.
The project consists of one main 215-room hotel building and parking structure on the eastern end of
the property. The main hotel will be one story at the northern end, adjacent to the single-family
homes, and then will increase to three stories farther south. The grounds will include a pool area,
public pedestrian trail, and public snack bar/cafe along Carlsbad Boulevard. The project will provide
a number of publicly accessible amenities totaling approximately 24,000 sf, including oceanfront
meeting rooms for weddings and functions, public spa, restaurant, snack bar/cafe, and pedestrian trail
along Carlsbad Boulevard.
The City is also currently preparing an EIR for the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan and three
associated projects. The Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan is a document that will help guide
development within the 130-acre plan area as an active pedestrian, bicycle-oriented, and mixed-use
area with a village atmosphere. Recognizing the Ponto area's potential for redevelopment and its
prime coastal location across from the state campgrounds and near new single-family neighborhoods,
the city decided to create a "vision plan" for the area to direct future development in the Ponto area.
The project complies with General Plan, Zoning, and Specific Plan designations. A City-initiated
Program EIR will address the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan as well as three individual
development projects.
Still within the Vision Plan area, a fourth larger property is the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort project
site, for which the owner has submitted a formal development application. The City-Initiated Program
EIR for the Ponto Beachfront Village will not specifically analyze the Hilton project, but will include
Hilton development components in the analysis. The Hilton Resort project will be analyzed for the
purposes of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance in a separate, project-specific
EIR, which is the subject of this scope of work.
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2.0 DISCRETIONARY ACTIONS
The EIR will cover the Site Development Plan, Redevelopment Permit, Coastal Development Permit,
and Tentative Parcel Map.
The following actions/approvals will be under consideration by the City Council as part of the
proposed project and as analyzed in this EIR:
1. Site Development Plan (SDP 05-14). The project site is located within a "Q" overlay and
therefore must process a Site Development Plan.
2. Redevelopment Permit (RP 05-11). The project site is within the South Carlsbad Coastal
Redevelopment Area and therefore must process a Redevelopment Permit.
3. Coastal Development Permit (CDP 05-43). The project site is within the Coastal Zone and
therefore must process a Coastal Development Permit.
4. Tentative Parcel Map (MS 05-23). A tentative parcel map is required to create two parcels and a
remainder parcel.
3.0 SCOPE OF WORK
3.1 General Assumptions
The EIR will be prepared using the studies and pertinent information identified in the RFP.
LSA will prepare a Draft EIR for the construction and operation of the proposed Hilton Carlsbad
Beach Resort. The EIR shall be prepared pursuant to all applicable State laws and shall conform to
CEQA and State EIR guidelines. A detailed work program designed to comprehensively address and
analyze the issues identified and described in the RFP is provided beginning with Section 3.2 of this
Scope of Work.
To complete the CEQA process, LSA will:
1. Identify, discuss, and develop appropriate mitigation monitoring programs for significant impacts
that may be associated with the short-term and/or long-term development of the site.
2. Provide five copies of the Draft EIR Screencheck I documents in three-ring loose-leaf binders for
City staff review that will be consistent with CEQA and the Carlsbad Environmental Protection
Ordinance (Title 19 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code) within 12 weeks from entering into
agreement with the City and receipt of all named reports and data specified in the RFP as being
provided by the City and the Applicant.
3. Provide five copies of the revised Draft EIR Screencheck 2 documents in three-ring loose-leaf
binders, including appendices and exhibits, which incorporate staff's written recommendations
and revisions to the Draft EIR Screencheck 1. A first draft of the Executive Summary, the
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and candidate Findings of Fact will also be
included. This task will be complete within 12 weeks from receiving a consolidated set of first
screencheck comments from the City.
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4. Provide 25 spiral-bound copies and 25 copies in three-ring binders ofthe City-approved Draft
EIR and technical appendices, one unbound reproducible copy of all documents, 25 copies ofthe
City-approved Draft EIR with appendices, exhibits, and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program on CDs, including one Master CD from which copies can be made.
5. Respond to comments made during the Draft EIR public review period. LSA Team shall submit
written responses to comments and provide five Final EIR Screencheck 1 documents in three-ring
loose-leaf binders that include all comments on the Draft EIR within four weeks after the close of
the public review period. In addition, five copies in three-ring loose-leaf binders ofthe Candidate
Findings of Fact Screencheck I incorporating staffs comments shall be submitted,
6. Provide five copies in three-ring loose-leaf binders ofthe Final Draft EIR Screencheck 2,
including appendices and exhibits, which shall incorporate staffs written recommendations and
revisions to the screencheck Final EIR, a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and a
separate submittal consisting of the Candidate Findings of Fact within four weeks of receiving the
written comments from City Staffon the responses to comments and the Final EIR.
7. Provide 25 spiral-bound copies and 25 copies in three-ring binders of the City-approved Final
Draft EIR and technical appendices, one unbound reproducible copy of all documents, 25 copies
of the City-approved Final Draft EIR with appendices, exhibits, and Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program CDs, including one Master CD from which copies can be made.
8. Provide five spiral-bound copies of the Certified Final EIR with technical appendices, exhibits.
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and Findings of Fact, including one Master CD
from which copies can be made that incorporate any changes made to the Final Draft EIR
documents during the public hearing and certification process.
9. Attend up to 12 meetings, including:
• One kick-ofT meeting with City staff
• One public scoping meeting
• Two meetings with staff to discuss is.sues regarding the preparation of the screencheck Draft
EIR
• Two meetings with staff to review comments on the screencheck Draft EIR
• Two meetings with staff to review responses to public comments and the final Draft EIR
• Up to three public hearings with presentations as necessary as determined by City staff
• One additional meeting as necessary
3.2 Introduction and Executive Summary
The introductory chapter and executive summary is a required section under CEQA. This section will
provide sufficient detail to evaluate and review the environmental impacts ofthe project, but not
excessive detail. It may be used as a ".stand-alone" document.
Tasks. The LSA Team will prepare an introductory chapter and executive summary pursuant to all
applicable CEQA requirements. This section will identify the project location and boundaries on
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detailed regional maps. It will include a general description ofthe project's technical, economic, and
environmental characteristics. The Introduction will include a statement briefly describing the
intended uses ofthe EIR, list the agencies that are expected to use the EIR in their decision making,
and the approvals for which the EIR will be used. The Introduction will identify areas of controversy
and issues raised by agencies or the public. Issues that remain to be resolved should be called out,
including the choices among alternatives and whether or how to mitigate the significant impacts. The
Executive Summary will itemize and briefly discuss each significant effect ofthe project, as well as
proposed mitigation measures required and alternatives that would reduce or avoid that impact. The
Executive Summary will be included in copies ofthe revised Draft EIR Screencheck 2.
The Draft EIR will comprehensively address and analyze the scope of issues identified and described
below.
3.3 Aesthetics
Background. The project site is visible from Carlsbad Boulevard and the railroad right-of-way.
Surrounding land u.ses include single-family homes to the north; existing older single-family homes
and various industrial-type uses to the south; the railroad, a mobile home park, and single-family
homes to the east; and South Carlsbad State Beach and Campground and the Pacific Ocean to the
west. The potential aesthetic impacts associated with this project relate to public viewsheds and the
design and orientation ofthe project.
Tasks.
LSA and its subconsultant, VisionScape Imagery, will describe the existing visual setting ofthe
site, including public viewsheds, elevation, and topography.
At least three visual simulations of the project, as seen from public viewsheds (Carlsbad
Boulevard, railroad right-of-way, Ponto Drive) will be prepared and evaluated. The visual
simulations will include: (I) existing conditions; (2) the proposed graded pads; and (3) the graded
pads with the proposed maximum building heights depicted.
VisionScape Imagery will coordinate the engineered site photography and site visits. This
includes identification of reference points, GPS technology, and specific fields of vision for each
view. VisionScape Imagery staff will develop an exact computer model of the proposed
development whereby each computer model camera is set to match the on-site photography.
The base data and view locations will be digitized utilizing the site plans and technical drawing
files. A series of accurate 3D models will be generated illustrating the proposed elevations and
natural and finished grades, including existing and surrounding contextual elements such as
streets, terrain, pads, and adjacent buildings to be used as reference. Based on the technical
drawings provided, VisionScape Imagery will integrate subtle details by applying realistic
materials and textures into the image to produce a photo-realistic nature of the visual simulations.
Visual effects such as lighting, shadows, contours, and landscaping allow our models to replicate
the appearance of the actual development following construction.
The simulations are assembled by in.serting the modeling into the photographs taken from site
visits using camera match technology. A computer model camera is aligned with the on-site
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photography to depict the project setting within the view. The digital imaging and landscape
concept is applied last, and final artistic touches are made to ensure that the accuracy, as well as
the look and feel, is consistent with the vision ofthe project. Once the production is finalized,
VisionScape is able to provide a variety of media types of the finished project, including digital
images, prints, and/or PowerPoint presentations.
The changes to the visual setting shall be analyzed based on conformance with the General Plan,
Local Coastal Program, and Zoning Ordinance to determine whether the project would result in a
significant negative visual impact.
The LSA Team will 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
3.4 Agricultural Resources
Background. The site is disturbed, and no agricultural activities have occurred on the property for
over 20 years. The northern parcel of the project site is located within the Poinsettia Properties
Specific Plan and Mello II Segment ofthe Local Coastal Program and will require compliance with
the agricultural conversion requirements of those docunients.
Tasks.
The LSA Team 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 any farmland that will
be lost with development to nonfarming uses. It shall also identify any impacts or conflicts with
thresholds for farmland conversion established by the State Department of Conservation.
The LSA Team 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.
3.5 Air Quality
Background. 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" nonattainment 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
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transit in the project design and implementation of various Transportation Control Measures (TCMs]
to reduce trips, vehicle usage, miles traveled, idling, or traffic congestion.
Tasks.
1. The LSA Team will discuss the project setting, including a review ofthe regional meteorology.
The LSA Team shall review and address both short-term and long-term air quality impacts ofthe
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
c. Modeling of air quality impacts, including modeling of ambient air quality
2. Short-term air quality impacts will be analyzed for the following:
a. Grading emissions as a result of earth movement, construction vehicle emissions,
construction worker commutes, and haul trips for the import or export of fill, if required, and
removal of demolition debris
b. Construction emissions as a result of construction vehicle emissions, constmction worker
commutes, and trips for the delivery of construction materials
c. Cumulative short-term air quality impacts that could occur if construction of the proposed
project occurs in the same time period as construction of other projects as included in the
Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan
3. Long-term air quality impacts shall be analyzed in regard to the following:
a. Project emissions from vehicular and stationary sources
b. Compliance with federal and State standards as well as regional air quality attainment plans
4. Vehicular traffic on major arterials and local streets in the project vicinity would be affected by
trips associated with the proposed project. A detailed carbon monoxide (CO) hot spot analysis
will be conducted based on the turn volumes projected at up to eight key intersections in the
project vicinity that would be affected by the project. The CALINE4 and EMFAC2002 models
will be used for the CO hot spot analysis.
5. The LSA Team shall complete an Air Quality Site Assessment of the project and incorporate the
findings ofthe review into the text of the EIR.
6. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
3.6 Biological Resources
Background. The 8.015-acre site consists of mostly disturbed or developed land. Recon prepared a
biological survey in 2003 for the entire Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan Study Area
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encompassing 130.5 acres. Although six sensitive habitat types and four sensitive plant species were
found on the overall Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan Study Area, no sensitive habitat or plant
species appeared on the project site.
Tasks.
1. The LSA Team shall describe the biological .setting and shall perform a third-party review of the
Existing Biological Conditions Report and Wetlands Delineation Report. The LSA Team shall
evaluate the methodologies and conclusions contained in the reports for legal and scientific
adequacy and accuracy to ensure that the analyses are of a scale and level of effort appropriate to
the requirements of the project. The LSA Team 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. As the two Recon reports provide only an existing condition analysis, the LSA
Team shall complete a biological impact and mitigation analysis of the project and incorporate
this into the EIR.
2. The LSA Team shall evaluate the project for consistency with the Carlsbad Habitat Management
Plan (HMP).
3. The LSA Team shall identify any additional impacts to open space and habitat areas resulting
from the project.
4. The LSA Team shall identify any impacts to open space resulting from the proposed trail system
and potential u.sers including but not limited to pedestrians and cyclists.
5. The LSA Team 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 signiticant impacts
remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
3.7 Cultural Resources
Background. The project site is within the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan project area that
was surveyed for cultural resources in 2003 (Recon, Cultural Resources Constraints Study of the
Ponto Specific Plan, RECON, dated June 17, 2003) that resulted in the identification ofa light scatter
of shell, several flakes, and two stone tools outside of the future area to be developed. The report
recommended that due to the potential of a subsurface component, additional testing should occur.
Tasks.
1. The LSA Team shall demonstrate that it meets the minimum qualifications for Cultural Resource
Professional required by the "City of Carlsbad Cultural Resource Guidelines" dated December
1990.
2. The LSA Team shall perform a third-party review of the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan
cultural resources study prepared by Recon. The LSA Team 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. If flaws/inadequacies are found, the
LSA Team shall complete any necessary additional analysis and shall incorporate the findings of
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the additional analysis into the text ofthe EIR. In addition, the LSA Team shall evaluate the need
to perform the additional testing recommended in the Recon study at this time to establish
condition, content, and research potential of significant cultural resources, or whether this should
be incorporated into the EIR as a mitigation measure.
3. All field work, research report preparation, and determinations of significance shall be completed
in accordance with the requirements of the "City ofCarlsbad Cultural Resource Guidelines,"
dated December 1990.
4. The LSA Team shall identify the criteria u.sed 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 signiticant impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
3.8 Geology/Soils
Background. Two reports have been prepared that provide information on the site:
• Geotechnical Constraints and Opportunities - Ponto Area Land Use Plan (TerraCosta Consulting
Group, June 11, 2003).
• Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation, Hotel Site on Ponto Road (Geotechnics, Inc.,
February 18, 2005).
Tasks.
The LSA Team shall describe the geological .setting, including existing soil and geologic
conditions. The LSA Team shall perform a third-party review of the geotechnical evaluations that
cover the project site. The LSA Team shall evaluate the analysis and conclusions contained in the
reports and evaluate the adequacy of the impact analysis, particularly with regard to unstable
soils, remedial earthwork landslides, rocky soils, fault mpture, seismic ground shaking,
subsidence, settlement, surcharging, liquefaction, proposed slope stability, and groundwater
impacts. The LSA Team shall identify any flaws/inadequacies in the analysis and conclusions
and, if no flaws/inadequacies are found, shall incorporate the findings of the report/assessments
into the text of the EIR.
Ninyo and Moore will perform the following tasks relative to the preliminary geotechnical
evaluation to address geology and soils issues for the EIR:
a. Review of provided geotechnical reports and pertinent available literature, including
topographic maps, geologic maps, stereoscopic aerial photographs, and available geologic
reports
b. A geologic reconnaissance of the project study area
c. Compilation and analysis of the data obtained
d. Preparation of a report presenting our findings and conclusions related to geotechnical
conditions at the site, and potential geotechnical constraints on the proposed construction
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3. An analysis of groundwater and the potential for groundwater impacts to the proposed projeci,
road, and structures will be included.
4. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
3.9 Hazards/Hazardous Materials
Background. The project site and vicinity has the potential to be impacted by a number of different
types of hazards, including past agricultural hazardous materials, a 12-inch high-pressure gas fuel
line, high flre hazard areas, past industrial-type land uses, and airport overflight hazards. These
potential hazards as they relate to the project require analysis to determine whether project approval
would put persons and property at an unacceptable risk.
A Pha.se I Environmental Site Assessment has not been prepared for the project site. These studies
provide information relating to the potential for agricultural chemical residues and the presence of
hazardous materials on the site.
Tasks.
The LSA Team shall evaluate the need to complete a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment. If
needed, the LSA Team shall complete the assessment and the LSA Team shall incorporate the
findings of the reports/ assessments into the text of the EIR.
The LSA Team shall evaluate the potential for airport overflight and high-pressure gas fuel line
hazards as.sociated with the project site.
The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
3.10 Hydrology/Water Quality
Background. 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 the Batiquitos Lagoon and/or Pacific Ocean.
Measures to reduce these impacts are required to be implemented with the project. Development and
implementation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) and compliance with National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements are required to be documented in the
EIR.
The applicant shall be responsible for providing the following conceptual or preliminary items:
grading plan, backbone storm drain layout and sizes, identification of off-site connections (receiving
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drai nage/water body [Bataquitos Lagoon] or MS4 storm drain system), and peak flow estimates. The
applicant/City is also responsible for providing a conceptual/preliminary SUSMP identifying the
proposed site design and treatment control BMPs. Please note that the LSA approach lo water quality
differs from the RFP in that the design detail that is required to comply with CEQA is more extensive
than assumed in the RFP,
Tasks.
1. Using available data, the LSA Team shall describe the hydrological setting (existing hydrological
conditions) of the site and general drainage characteristics.
2. The LSA Team shall evaluate the proposed drainage system's adequacy in regulating the
discharge rates of drainage from the project site.
3. The LSA Team shall evaluate the degree to which the project will alter existing drainage patterns
to determine whether a significant impact will be created.
4. The LSA Team shall address and recommend appropriate mitigation measures to reduce erosion
potential on site.
5. The LSA Team shall analyze and evaluate the potential impacts to Batiquitos Lagoon and/or the
Pacific Ocean and identify pollutants of concern and the BMP measures required to address them.
6. The LSA Team will evaluate the proposed project for NPDES permit compliance.
7. The LSA Team will ensure that maintenance of any permanent detention/pollution control basins
is included in the EIR.
8. The LSA Team shall identify maintenance requirements ofthe structural BMP measures being
implemented with this project.
9. The LSA Team shall evaluate the proposed project for impacts to wetlands.
10. In order to prepare the Hydrology and Water Quality section of the EIR, LSA will require that a
preliminary hydrology study be provided that includes the following:
a. A discussion and illustration of existing watersheds, drainage systems, drainage patterns, and
receiving waters at the project site. Identify any off-site drainage
b. Existing flows for the design storm in accordance with County of San Diego standards
c. Proposed flows for the design storm and evaluation of impacts
d. An evaluation of existing drainage capacity and a determination of what drainage
improvements are needed beyond what has been identified by the applicant to accommodate
the project
In addition, the applicant shall provide a conceptual SWMP for the project, or LSA will be
contracted to have one prepared through a qualified engineering subconsultant subject to
additional scope and fee. (See attached optimal scope from Fuscoe Engineering) The SWMP
for the project must be prepared in accordance with the City of Carlsbad Standard Urban
Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) Storm Water Standards (Apnl 2003) that identifies
Site Design, Treatment, and Maintenance BMPs that will be included as part of the project to
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target pollutants of concern and prevent adverse impacts to receiving waters based on the
project description and proposed hydrology at the site.
11. In summary, the LSA Team will prepare a Hydrology and Water Quality section ofthe EIR that:
a. Identifies existing surface water and groundwater conditions
b. Identifies applicable regulations
c. Identifies exi.sting concerns, related to drainage capacity, flooding, impairments. Section
303(d) listings. Total Maximum Daily Loads, and other water resources constraints
applicable to the project site
d. Evaluates impacts based on the preliminary hydrology study and the conceptual SUSMP in
accordance with Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines
12. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
13. Fuscoe Engineering shall perform the following subtasks:
Task A: Existing Hydrology and Drainage Review. Research, collect, and review existing
hydrology, drainage, and hydraulic data and design drawings as they relate to the proposed
project. Review the proposed site plan with respect to preliminary grading and storm drain
systems.
Task B: Existing Conditions Analysis. Summarize the existing drainage and hydrology
condition, including identification of existing watersheds, drainage .systems, drainage patterns,
and receiving water bodies. Identify any existing flooding, capacity constraints, and areas
demonstrating excessive erosion.
Task C: Proposed Conditions Analysis. Utilizing the preliminary hydrology information
provided by the applicant (see Background, above), analyze and evaluate the proposed hydrology
system and drainage plan. Verify that the proposed flows are in accordance with County of San
Diego standards.
Task D: Impact Evaluation. Evaluate impacts on downstream receiving water bodies in terms of
increased mnoff, capacity of existing drainage facilities, and erosion potential. Verify that
existing facilities have adequate capacity and/or verify that the proposed drainage plan provides
sufficient drainage improvements for those facilities that are deemed under capacity. Evaluate
runoff impacts with respect to California Coastal Commission (CCC) regulations regarding new
development. Provide mitigation measures where appropriate to reduce potential impacts to less
than significant.
Task E: Existing Water Quality Review. Summarize the existing water quaiity regulations as
they relate to the propo.sed development in terms of CEQA guidelines. Research, review, and
summarize available surface and groundwater water quality data as it relates to affected
downstream receiving water bodies. Identify any 303(d) listed water bodies potentially affected
by the project and their impairment constituents of concern.
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Task F: Proposed Water Quality Evaluation. Evaluate the proposed project with respect to the
proposed pollutants, the pollutants of concern, and the proposed drainage system. Evaluate
proposed project in terms of NPDES compliance with respect to the City of Carlsbad Standard
Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) Storm Water Standards. Verify that site design,
source control, and treatment control BMPs are consistent with SUSMP standards to reduce
potential water quality impacts to less than significant. Provide mitigation measures in the form
of water quality BMPs where appropriate. Provide Conditions of Approval/Mitigation that
confirm compliance with all applicable state and local water quality and construction regulations.
Task G: Technical Appendix Report. Summarize the analysis and results of Task A-F into a
technical appendix for the EIR, including CCC hydrology and water quality requirements.
3.11 Land Use Planning
Background. Surrounding land uses include single-family homes to the north; existing older single-
family homes and various industrial-type uses to the .south; the railroad, a mobile home park, and
single-family homes to the ea.st; and South Carlsbad State Beach and Campground and the Pacific
Ocean to the west. The project covers an area consisting of approximately eight acres. The project site
is included in the South Carlsbad Coastal Redevelopment Area, Ponto Beachfront Village Vision
Plan, and the northernmost 1.24-acre parcel is located within the boundaries of the Poinsettia
Properties Specific Plan
Tasks.
1. The LSA Team shall describe the environmental .setting of the project. This will include a
di.scussion ofany inconsistencies between the proposed project and the City's adopted General
Plan, Local Coastal Program, zoning, any applicable Master Plans, Specific Plans, habitat plan,
and regional plans. The LSA Team shall examine the existing physical conditions as well as the
potential future conditions.
2. The LSA Team shall perform a detailed project review to confirm the project's compliance with
City ordinances and policies. The ordinances and policies shall include: (I) the City of Carlsbad
General Plan; (2) the Carlsbad Habitat Management Plan; (3) the Carlsbad Zoning Ordinance
(Title 21), including the Growth Management Chapter; (4) McClellan Palomar Airport
Comprehensive Land Use Plan; (5) Landscape Manual; (6) Open Space and Conservation
Resource Management Plan; (7) Local Coastal Program; and (8) Poinsettia Properties Specific
Plan.
3. The LSA Team shall analyze the land use compatibility between the proposed project and
surrounding existing and proposed development. Areas of particular concern are the single-family
residential development to the north, the mobile home park and single-family residential to the
east, and the Cartsbad State Beach and Campground and Carlsbad Boulevard to the west.
4. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
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3.12 Mineral Resources
Background. Two reports have been prepared that provide information on the site:
• Geotechnical Constraints and Opportunities - Ponto Area Land Use Plan (TerraCosta Consulting
Group, June 11,2003),
• Preliminary Geotechnical Investigation, Hotel Site on Ponto Road (Geotechnics, Inc.,
February 18, 2005).
Tasks.
1. The LSA Team shall identify any known valuable mineral resource and shall analyze the project
for impacts that would result in the loss of a known valuable mineral resource or result in the loss
of availability ofa locally important mineral resource.
2. The LSA Team shall perform a third-party review of both the Geotechnical Constraints and
Opportunities reports prepared for the project site. The LSA Team shall evaluate the analysis and
conclusions contained in the reports and evaluate the adequacy of the impact analysis with regard
to mineral resources. The LSA Team 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 ofthe EIR. If flaws/inadequacies are found, the LSA Team shall
complete any necessary additional analysis and shall incorporate the findings of the additional
analysis into the text ofthe EIR.
3. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
3.13 Noise
Background. The project site will experience some noise impacts from the adjacent roadway,
Carlsbad Boulevard, and the San Diego Northern Railroad line. Additional noise Impacts associated
with grading and construction may be introduced into the area. Increases in traffic volumes may also
add incremental noise. Nuisance noise may be generated from the loading areas and daily operations
of the hotel and retail uses proposed with the project. An acou.stical evaluation has been prepared for
the project by Wieland Associates, Inc., dated August 2005.
Tasks.
I. The LSA Team shall perform a third-party review of the acoustical analysis. The LSA Team 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. If
flaws/inadequacies are found, the LSA Team shall complete any necessary additional analysis
and shall incorporate the findings of the additional analysis into the text of the EIR.
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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 cind City ofCarlsbad Noise Guidelines Manual shall be
consulted to ensure that proposed mitigation measures do not conflict with adopted policies and
guidelines.
4. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
3.14 Population and Housing
Background. The proposed project may indirectly induce growth through the provision of a new
hotel, road extensions, and infra.structure to support new homes.
Tasks.
1. The LSA Team will compare the proposed project to the General Plan, Local Coastal Program,
and Zone 22 Local Facility Management Plan.
2. The LSA Team shall analyze the proposal to determine whether it will induce substantial growth
in the area, either directly or indirectly.
3. The LSA Team shall evaluate whether sufficient public utilities are provided for the intensity of
development proposed in the Plan to ensure that the adequacy of the City's public facility plans
will not be adversely impacted.
4. The LSA Team shall evaluate whether or not the project will displace a substantial number of
existing housing units or people.
5. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
3.15 Public Services
Background. The proposed project site is located within Local Facilities Management Plan Zone 22.
Surrounding parcels have been developed, and the project site has been partially developed and used
for various purposes in the past.
Tasks.
The LSA Team shall describe the project setting and shall determine the demands of the entire
project for the following: (1) fire protection; (2) police protection; (3) schools; (4) parks; and
(5) other public facilities (governmental offices, etc.).
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The LSA Team 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.
The propo.sed project's impacts on public services should be analyzed and compared against the
Zone 22 LFMP.
The emergency response plans ofthe City of Cartsbad shall be analyzed in conjunction with the
proposed project to determine whether the project will interfere with existing plans.
The LSA Team shall identify the critena 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
3.16 Recreation
Background. The proposed project site is located within Local Facilities Management Plan Zone 22.
The proposed project's impacts on recreation should be analyzed and compared against the Zone 22
LFMP. The project is envisioned as a place that is attractive not only to visitors, but also to residents
of Carlsbad. To this end, the project includes recreational amenities, including pedestrian and bicycle
trails that connect to the regional system.
Tasks.
1. The LSA Team shall describe the project setting and shall determine the recreation demands of
the entire project area.
2. The LSA Team shall determine the ability of the agencies providing the recreational services to
meet the demands ofthe propo.sed project in order to conclude whether a significant impact will
be created.
3. The proposed project's impacts on recreation should be analyzed and compared against the
Zone 22 LFMP.
4. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
3.17 Transportation/Circulation
Background. The Project fronts Cartsbad Boulevard, while vehicular access to the site will be from
Ponto Road. Ponto Road currently provides access to the adjacent residential development, and any
increa.se in traffic generation has raised concerns with nearby residents. A transportation analysis for
the project was completed by Urban Systems Associates, Inc., dated August 4, 2005. A Traffic
Constraints Study was completed for the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan by RBF Consulting
(September 2004) and will also be reviewed.
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Tasks.
1. The LSA Team shall perform a third-party review of the Transportation Analysis for Carlshad
Beach Resort and Spa, dated August 4, 2005, (Beacii Resort Report) and the Traffic Constraints
Study completed for the Ponto Beachfront Village Vision Plan by RBF Consulting in September
2004 (Ponto Report). The consultant shall identify any flaws/inadequacies in the analyses and
conclusions and, if no flaws/inadequacies are found, shall incorporate the findings ofthe
reports/assessments into the text of the EIR. If flaws/inadequacies are found, the consultant shall
complete any necessary additional analysis and shall incorporate the findings of the additional
analysis into the text of the EIR.
2. Review the comments and letters related to the City Council hearing on the project and address
traffic impact issues in the EIR.
3. Review the Beach Resort Report and Ponto Report to ensure that all requirements of the City of
Carlsbad's Growth Management Program are satisfied.
4. Ensure that the Beach Resort Report and Ponto Report identify the level of service (LOS) for the
road .segments and intersections for current, near-term, and build-out scenarios as they relate to
the proposed project.
5. Identify location of signalized intersections.
6. Review the Beach Resort Report and Ponto Report for conformance against SANTEC/ITE
Guidelines for Traffic Impact Studies in the San Diego Region.
7. Review the Beach Resort Report and Ponto Report against the assumptions made within the
City's latest build-out traffic model
8. Review the Site Development Plan exhibits to verify the project is constructing all required
infrastructure to ensure that the City Growth Management standards are met.
9. Review the Site Development Plan exhibits to identify any potential conflicts for intersection
sight distance and vehicular decisions associated with the project, using Caltrans .standards.
10. Identify whether the proposed project offers potential impacts to areas outside the City of
Carlsbad and whether the project requires any mitigation measures.
11. Ensure that all required mitigation measures identified in the Beach Resort Report and Ponto
Report are included in the EIR for this project.
12. 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. As the project site is
entirely within the Coastal Zone, an analysis of the project's impact on public and private parking
is critical.
13. The LSA Team's analysis should make a determination as to the provision of adequate access to
adjacent properties in compliance with City of Carlsbad access requirements.
14. Analyze cumulative impacts using the 2004 SANDAG Congestion Management Program Update
(updated since the preparation of the project traffic report), the EIR for the Ponto Beachfront
Village Vision Plan, and other relative planning documents.
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5. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
3.18 Utilities and Service Systems
Background. The proposed project site is located within Local Facilities Management Plan Zone 22.
Tasks.
1. The LSA Team shall describe the project setting and shall determine the demands of the entire
project for the following: (I) wastewater treatment facilities; (2) water facilities; (3) stormwater
drainage facilities; and (4) solid waste facilities.
2. The LSA Team shall determine the ability of the agencies providing the services in item
number 1 above to meet the demands of the propo.sed project in order to conclude whether a
significant impact will be created.
3. The propo.sed project's impacts on utilities and service systems will be analyzed and compared
against the Zone 22 LFMP.
4. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures.
MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
As required by and consistent with CEQA, the EIR shall address all mandatory findings of
significance.
CUMULATIVE IMPACTS
Background. The development of the proposed project may lead to several cumulative impacts that
need to be addressed. These cumulative impacts may include but may not be limited to degradation of
air quality and increased traffic congestion.
Tasks.
I. 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 rea.sonable options for mitigating or avoiding any significant
cumulative impacts of the proposed project.
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2. The LSA Team 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 significant impacts
remaining after implementation ofthe recommended mitigation measures.
GROWTH INDUCEMENT
The proposed development will relocate and extend existing utilities, realign and extend Ponto Drive,
and complete improvements to Cartsbad Boulevard.
Tasks.
1. As required by CEQA, the Program EIR shall address the impacts of growth inducement created
by the propo.sed project.
2. The LSA Team shall identify the critena 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 significant 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 altemative. The LSA Team shall include in
the Program EIR some discussion of why each of the selected alternatives was chosen for analysis.
The LSA Team shall provide a listing of the environmental advantages and disadvantages of each
alternative. The alternatives shall include but not necessarily be limited to, the following:
1. Alternative 1: "No Project" Alternative. This alternative shall analyze the impacts associated
with the existing conditions at the time the Notice of Preparation (NOP) is published as well as
what would be reasonably expected to occur in the foreseeable future if the project were not
approved, ba.sed on the current plan and consistent with available infrastructure and community
services.
2. Alternative 2: "Alternative Sites Analysis." The LSA Team 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 that were evaluated for the proposed project site. The alternative
site will be identified in consultation with City staff.
3. Alternative 3: "Reduced Project " Alternative. The LSA Team shall evaluate a variation of the
project, that would allow for a reduced level of development intensity.
CEQA MANDATED SECTIONS
The LSA Team shall include all sections mandated by CEQA in the Program EIR.
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FORMAT
The EIR will be prepared in conformance with the "Required Format and Contents of an
Environmental Impact Report forthe City of Cartsbad," as follows:
Table of Contents
Summary
Significant Effects, Proposed Mitigation, and Alternatives
Areas of Controversy
Issue to be Resolved
Project Description
Project Location Maps
Statement of Objectives
Technical, Economic, and Environmental Charactenstics
Intended Uses of the EIR
Agencies Expected to Use the EIR
List of Permits and Approvals Required
Environmental Setting
Baseline Environmental Conditions
Resources Unique to the Region
Consistency with Regional Plans
Consideration and Discussion of Environmental Impacts
Significant Effects
Significant Effects which Cannot be Avoided or Mitigated
Significant Irreversible Changes
Alternatives
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4. SCHEDULE OF COMPLETION
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Carlsbad Hilton EIR Schedule
ID Task Name Duration Start Finish 1, 2006 Qtr 2, 2006 Qtr 3, 2006 Qtr 4. 2006 Qtr 1. 2007
Feb 1 Mar Apr 1 May j Jun Jul 1 Aug 1 Sep Oct 1 Nov 1 Dec Jan 1 Feb j Mar 1 Contract Awarded 1 day Thu 2/16/06 Thu 2/16/06 ^ 2/16
2 Project Kickoff Meeting 1 day Wed 2/22/06 Wed 2/22/06 ^ 2/22
3 1st Screencheck DEIR 12 wks Thu 2/16/06 Wed 5/10/06
4 City Review and Comments on 1st Screencheck DEIR 2 wks Thu 5/11/06 Wed 5/24/06
5 2nd Screencheck DEIR and Draft MMRP 12 wks Thu 5/25/06 Wed 8/16/06
6 City Review and Comment 2 wks Thu 8/17/06 Wed 8/30/06
7 Public Review DEIR and MMRP 2 wks Thu 8/31/06 Wed 9/13/06
8 Fiie Notice of Completion 1 day Thu 9/14/06 Thu 9/14/06 ^ 9/14
9 Public Review Period 45 days Thu 9/14/06 Wed 11/15/06
10 1st Screencheck RTC, FEIR, Candidate Findings of Fact 4 wks Thu 11/16/06 Wed 12/13/06
11 City Review and Comment 1 wk Thu 12/14/06 Wed 12/20/06
12 2nd Screencheck RTC, FEIR, and Candidate Findings of Fact 4 wks Thu 12/21/06 Wed 1/17/07
13 City Review and Comment 1 wk Thu 1/18/07 Wed 1/24/07
14 Final RTC, FEIR, and Candidate Findings of Fact 2 wks Thu 1/25/07 Wed 2/7/07
15 Planning Commission Hearing 1 day Wed 2/21/07 Wed 2/21/07 2/21 ^
16 City Council Hearing 1 day Tue 2/27/07 Tue 2/27/07 2/27 ^
Project: Carlsbad Hilton EIR Schedule
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5. CONTRACT PRICE AND ALLOW^ABLE COST
As requested in the RFQ/P, the contract price and allowable cost are submitted under separate cover.
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6. APPENDICES
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January 12, 2006
Proposal No. S-5546
Ms. Gnselda Smith
LSA Associates
20 Executive Park, Suite 200
Irvine, California 92614-4731
Subject: City of Cartsbad Hilton Beach Resort EIR
Dear Ms. Smith:
Ninyo & Moore is pleased to join LSA Associates in its submittal of qualifications for the subject
project. As your subconsultant, we understand that we will provide professional geotechnical
consulting services, as required.
Ninyo & Moore is fully committed to satisfying the subcontracted scope of work. We will provide
all necessary resources to successfully complete those tasks assigned to us.
Thank you for including us in your submittal team.
Sincerely,
NINYO & MOORE
Chartes G. "Mike" Bennis, CEG
Pnncipal Geologist
CGB/jta
5710 Ruffin Road • San D/ego. Ca/ifornia 92123 • Phone (858) 576 IOOO • Fax (858) 576-9600
San Diego • Irvine • Ontario • Los Angeles • Oakland • Las Vegas • Salt Lalce City • Phoenix
VisionScope
I M A G F R Y
153 7h Barranca Parkway
Buildmg B211
Irvine. California 92618
949.727.3591
fax 949 727 3692
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January 9, 2006
Ms. Griselda Smith
LSA Associates, Inc.
20 Executive Park, Suite 200
Irvine, CA 92614
Subject: Commitment Letter to team with LSA Associates, Inc. on the
E.I.R. forthe Hilton Cartsbad Beach Resort Project
Dear Ms. Smith,
VisionScape Imagery is pleased to be part of the LSA Associates team and
will provide Architectural Visualization services, including 3D Visual
Simulations, for the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project. VisionScape will
dedicate the necessary personnel and resources to ensure the successful
performance of this contract.
We are pleased to be a part ofthe LSA team and look forward to working on
this important project.
Eddie Font
Pnncipal
Architectural
Storytelling
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January 18, 2006
Ms. Griselda Smith
LSA Associates, Inc.
20 Executive Park, #200
Irvine, CA 92614
Subject: Hilton Cartsbad Beach Resort Project EIR City of Cartsbad
Dear Ms. Smith:
FUSCOE ENGINEERING, INC. is pleased to join LSA Associates in its submittal of qualifications
for the subject project. As your sub-consultant, we understand that we will provide hydrology and
water quality technical support for the proposed EIR, as required.
FUSCOE ENGINEERING, INC. is fully committed to satisfying the subcontracted scope of work.
We will provide all necessary resources to successfully complete those tasks assigned to us.
Thank you for including us in your submittal team. If you have any questions regarding this
submittal, please contact me at 949-474-1960.
Sincerely,
lan Adam
Environmental Resources Manager
Fuscoe Engineering, Inc.
6 795 Vori KrjdTioM SuitelOO livme C. olitornio 92606 tei 949 474 I960 fax 949 4 74 53 1 5 wv/v,' tuscoc com
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ROBERT W. BALEN
PRINCIPAL
EXPERTISE
Environmental Planning/Environmental Impact Reports
Community Planning
School/University Project Processing/Environmental Documentation
Site Planning, Constraints Analysis, and Siting Studies
EDUCATION
University of Texas at Austin, Master of Science in Community and Regional Planning, 1978.
Califomia State University Fullerton, Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, 1976.
University of Califomia, Irvine and AICP Training Services, Post-Graduate Studies in Planning
Management, Urban Affairs and Economic Development.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Principal, LSA Associates, Inc., environmental, planning, and traffic engineering consultants, Irvine,
1986-present. Principal in Charge for school and private development, entitlements, environmental
studies. Environmental Impact Reports, and community planning.
Senior Planner, City of Santa Ana, Community Development, Housing and Planning Agency, Santa
Ana, CA, 1980-1986. Managed current planning, environmental and advance planning sections.
Associate Planner, County of Riverside, Planning Department subdivision and community planning
divisions, Riverside, CA, 1978-1980.
Program Evaluation Specialist, Texas Welfare Department, statewide information management system
and social services evaluation, Austin, Texas, 1977-1978.
Planner, City of Austin Planning Department, Austin, Texas, 1977.
PRINCIPAL PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Mr. Balen manages the Environmental Planning group in LSA's Irvine office. Mr. Balen oversees a
number of diverse projects including preparation of Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs), review of
EIRs, preparation of planning documents, and development project processing.
Mr. Balen has been Senior Project Manager for neighborhood and community plans, specific plans,
redevelopment strategy plans, housing elements and major General Plan revision programs. In
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addition, he has prepared annexation studies and a statewide information inanagement program.
Mr. Balen has successfully managed several EIRs for large-scale projects that have been very
controversial. Mr. Balen had primary responsibility for the Brightwater/Bolsa Chica Residential
Project EIR in the County of Orange, the Headlands Conservation and Development EIR in Dana
Point, the Walt Disney Studios Expansion EIR in Burbank, the Waterfront Resort and Residential
Complex EIR in Huntington Beach, the San Joaquin Marsh Enhancement Plan and EIR in the City of
Irvine, the Long Beach Sports Park Master Plan and EIR in Long Beach, and the Burbank Empire
Center/Lockheed B-1-Site Redevelopment Project EIR in Burbank.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Headlands EIR, Dana Point, CA. LSA prepared an EIR for the Headlands Development and
Conservation Plan (HDCP) in the City of Dana Point within the Coastal Zone. The HDCP will allow
development of 125 single-family residential lots and a maximum of 110,750 square feet of
Visitor/Recreational Commercial land uses composed of a 65-room inn and a 40,000 square feet
commercial site at the comer of Green Lantem and Pacific Coast Highway. Other components of the
project include 30.3 acres of conservation open space and 31.7 acres of recreation open space that
include a trail system, public parks, a public beach, and a series of public recreation visitor facilities.
On-site circulation and parking are provided for these uses. The project requires an amendment to the
Dana Point Local Coastal Program and will also require the approval of a Master Coastal Development
Permit. Mr. Balen served as Project Manager for this project.
Home Depot EIR, Vista, CA. As Principal in Charge, Mr. Balen oversaw the preparation of an
Environmental Impact Report for the development of a Home Depot home improvement retail and
garden center and a separate commercial retail building. The site consists of approximately 14.1 acres
of previously graded, vacant land at the northeast comer of South Melrose Drive and Park Center
Drive in the City of Vista. LSA prepared air quality and noise analyses for the project and
subcontracted to URS Corporation for the preparation of a traffic impact analysis and water quality
analysis.
Burbank Empire Center Environmental Impact Report, Burbank, CA. Principal in Charge for
the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report for this 101 -acre mixed-use development
previously occupied by the Lockheed Martin Corporation aircraft and aerospace facilities.
Controversial issues included site cleanup and health risk assessment due to contamination issues, land
use compatibility with surrounding residential uses, air quality impacts, increased traffic, and
reconfiguration of a five-point intersection to four points.
Walt Disney Studios Master Plan Environmental Impact Report, Orange County, CA. Mr. Balen
served as Principal in Charge and was responsible for overseeing the preparation of an EIR for the
Walt Disney Studios Master Plan project for Disney Development Company. The master plan will
allow approximately 2.7 million square feet of office, media office, movie and television production,
and animation facilities. The EIR was prepared under a very rapid schedule and with a high level of
public scmtiny.
County of San Diego - On-Call Environmental Services, San Diego County, CA. Mr. Balen
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provides principal oversight of LSA's existing on-call environmental services contract (506119) with
the County of San Diego. The seven work efforts assigned to date include a number of fast-track
biological surveys. Mr. Balen has ensured the commitment of needed staff and other resources to
comply with the tight schedule conditions. LSA has worked successfully with several County project
managers to meet County objectives for these projects.
Los Coches Creek Middle School EIR, San Diego County, CA. As Principal in Charge, oversaw
the preparation of an EIR for a proposed new middle school that would provide educational facilities
for grades 6 through 8 and is designed to serve up to 1,200 students, with approximately 100
employees at build out. Issues addressed include aesthetics, hydrology, water quality, biology, cultural
resources, data recovery, traffic, air quality, and noise.
Blossom Valley School Environmental Impact Report, San Diego, CA. As Principal in Charge,
oversaw the preparation of an EER for a new middle school that would provide educational facilities
for grades 6 through 8 serving up to 1,200 students, with approximately 100 employees at build out.
Issues addressed include aesthetics, hydrology, water quality, biology, cultural resources, data
recovery, traffic, air quality, and noise.
Solana Beach Elementary School Environmental Impact Report, San Diego, CA. Mr. Balen
served as Principal in Charge for site acquisition, constmction, and operation of a new elementary
school intended to serve 550 students. The EIR addressed air quality and noise, geology and soils,
hazards, hydrology, population and housing, land use and planning, recreation, transportation and
circulation. The EIR withstood legal challenge.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS
Elected Member—Santa Ana Unified School District Board of Tmstees (1989 through 1998)
Member—Santa Ana Redevelopment Commission (1987 to 1988)
Member—Board of Directors, Discovery Museum of Orange County (1990 to 2002)
President, Founding Officer, Santa Ana Education Foundation (1994 to 1998)
Member—Board of Directors, El Sol Academy Charter School (2004 to present)
American Planning Association—Charter Member
Urban Land Institute—Member
CERTIFICATIONS
Califomia Certified Mediation Consultant
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ADRIANNE BEAZLEY
BIOLOGIST/ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
EXPERTISE
Wildlife Biology
Desert Ecology
CEQA/NEPA Environmental Planning
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Noise Monitoring
Graphics
EDUCATION
University of Califomia, Davis. B.S., Environmental Biology and Management, 1999.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Biologist/Environmental Planner, LSA Associates, Inc., enviroimiental, planning, and traffic
engineering consultants, Carlsbad, Califomia, September 2005-present.
Wildlife Biologist, Essex Environmental, Inc., biological and environmental consultants, Carlsbad,
Califomia, Febmary 2005-September 2005.
Wildlife Biologist, P&D Consultants, Inc., environmental, plarming, engineering, and restoration
consultants, San Diego, Califomia, September 2003-Febmary 2005.
Assistant Planner, LSA Associates, Inc., environmental, planning, and traffic engineering consultants,
Carlsbad, Califomia, April 2002-September 2003.
Environmental Analyst, North State Resources, environmental and biological consultants. Redding,
Califomia, July 2001-April 2002.
Environmental Planning Assistant, Terry A. Hayes Associates, environmental, air quality, and noise
consultants. Culver City, Califomia, August 2000-June 2001.
PRINCIPAL PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Ms. Beazley has five years of experience conducting biological surveys, preparing reports, and
preparing permitting and environmental impact documents throughout Califomia. She is experienced
in preparing and reviewing constraints analyses and biological technical reports, performing
biological assessments, and performing focused surveys for a variety of animal species. Ms. Beazley
specializes in omithology and desert ecology and also has experience preparing Califomia
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents for
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projects involving endangered species, transportation, air quality, noise, land use, population growth,
and aesthetic issues. She has experience working with permit application submittals to agencies such
as the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE Section 404 permits). United States Fish
and Wildlife Service (Section 7 and Section 10 endangered species consultations), and Califomia
Department of Fish and Game (Section 1600 Streambed Alteration Agreements). Her project
experience includes public utility projects in a variety of habitats. Her impact analyses have included
such issues as habitat fragmentation, sensitive and endangered species, modification and loss of
wetlands and waters of the United States, effects on nesting birds, noise, air quality, growth, and
habitat conservation. She is experienced in modeling noise and lighting impacts, as well as utilizing
geographic information systems (GIS) to quantify impacts and prepare complex landscape-level
analyses.
TRAINING
2005 - Camp Pendleton Non-Live Fire Range Safety Officer Certification Course, provided by
SDG&E.
2004 - Introduction to Plant Identification and Ecology. University of Califomia Riverside Extension.
2003 - Annual Surveying, Monitoring & Handling Techniques Workshop. Desert Tortoise Council.
2003 - Identification of the Fairy Shrimp of Califomia. Mary Schug Belk. Davis, CA.
2003 - Reptiles and Amphibians of Joshua Tree National Park. The Desert Institute/University of
Califomia Riverside Extension.
2003 - Flora of Joshua Tree National Park-Wildflowers. The Desert Institute/University of Califomia
Riverside Extension.
2003 - Natural History of the Desert Tortoise. University of Califomia Riverside Extension.
2003 - Spring CEQA Workshop. Association of Environmental Professionals. Corona, CA.
2003 - Field Study of Birds-Winter. University of Califomia Riverside Extension.
2002 - Fall CEQA Workshop. Association of Environmental Professionals. Riverside, CA.
2002 - Mammals of Joshua Tree National Park. The Desert Institute/University of Califomia
Riverside Extension.
2002 - Birds of Joshua Tree National Park. The Desert Institute/University of Califomia Riverside
Extension.
2002 - Ecology of Southem Califomia Butterflies. (Gordon Pratt and Greg Baimer) University of
Califomia Riverside Extension.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Burrowing Owl Surveys, Fontana and Rancho Cucamonga, CA. These projects involved two
planned residential subdivisions that required habitat assessment, burrow surveys, and burrowing owl
surveys on primarily undeveloped land with scmb and grassland habitat. Multiple site visits were
required to cover the entire area. Ms. Beazley served as a biologist for this project. She utilized hand-
held GPS to indicate potential nest burrows and owl sightings.
Riverside County Integrated Project (RCIP): Community Environmental and Transportation
Acceptability Process (CETAP) EIR/EIS, Riverside, CA. This project involved two potential new
transportation corridors within Riverside County, each with several alignment altematives. A first-tier
EIS/EIR was prepared for each corridor, analyzing and quantifying impacts associated with each
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corridor with the intent to narrow down the number of altematives carried forward into Tier 2
analysis. As an assistant planner, Ms. Beazley created a GIS model to analyze habitat fragmentation
and to locate potential wildlife corridors. She also prepared sections in the EIS/EIR and supporting
technical studies.
RCIP Riverside County General Plan EIR, Riverside, CA. The 2002 Riverside County General
Plan is a comprehensive update for the County, following the RCIP vision statement. Broad policy
changes throughout the County required extensive transportation and growth analyses. The EIR
addressed all issues on the CEQA checklist. As an assistant planner, Ms. Beazley prepared several
sections of the document and attended meetings with the client and other representatives, as well as
prepared a substantial portion of the Response to Comments.
North State Resources, Eastside Sewer Mitigation Monitoring, Redding, CA. As an
environmental analyst, Ms. Beazley verified the implementation of the mitigation monitoring
program for the installation of a sewer line through wetland and riparian habitat. Mitigation measures
included covering exposed stockpiles, avoiding certain trees, installing and maintaining silt fences,
and avoiding erosion into the adjacent stream. She also prepared mitigation reports for the City of
Redding to document mitigation activities.
North State Resources, Stillwater Business Park, Redding, CA. The Stillwater Business Park is an
industrial/commercial center proposed in the City of Redding. Building on site is constrained by the
presence of numerous wetland features, including vemal pools and riparian habitat. Ms. Beazley
served as the environmental analyst and was extensively involved in the preparation of the EIR for
the project, as well as the inventory of biological resources on the site. She assisted in the preparation
of the wetland delineation and in the biological surveys and incorporated this information into a GIS
database.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton certified Non-Live Fire Range Safety Officer.
Califomia Department of Fish and Game Scientific Collecting Permit.
Women's Environmental Council. 2003-present.
Association of Environmental Professionals (2004 Board Member and Newsletter Editor). 2002-
present.
Project Wildlife Rescue/Transport Team. 2003-present.
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TUNG-CHEN CHUNG, PH.D.
PRINCIPAL/
DIRECTOR OF ACOUSTICAL AND AIR QUALITY SERVICES
EXPERTISE
Community and Transportation Noise Studies
Room Acoustics Design and Analysis
Interior Noise and Vibration Isolation Studies
Air Quality Studies
Expert Witness Testimony
EDUCATION
University of Califomia, Los Angeles, Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, 1991.
University of Califomia, Los Angeles, Engineer Degree in Mechanical Engineering, 1985.
University of Mississippi, Oxford, M.S., Mechanical Engineering, 1981.
Nafional Tsing-Hua University, Taiwan, B.S., Mechanical Engineering, 1978.
University of Califomia, Irvine, Business Development Techniques for High Value Contracts, 1994.
University of Califomia, Irvine, UAM Regional Air Quality Modeling, 1992.
University of Louisville, Kentucky, FHWA Highway Noise Analysis Certificate, 1990.
BBN/San Francisco, Noise Control for Building and Manufacturing Plants Certificate, 1987.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Principal, Director of Acoustical and Air Quality Services, LSA Associates, Inc., Environmental
Planning and Traffic Engineering, Irvine, Califomia, 1997-present.
Director of Technical Services, The Planning Center, Planning and Environmental Impact Report
Consultants, Newport Beach, Califomia, 1995-1997.
Section Manager, MBA, Environmental and Planning Consultants, Santa Ana/Irvine, Califomia,
1989-1995. Manager for acoustic and air quality analysis.
Acoustical Specialist, County of Orange Environmental Management Agency, 1989.
Project Manager, Smith, Pause & Associates, Inc., Acoustical Consulting, 1986-1989.
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PRINCIPAL PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Dr. Chung performed more than 600 CEQA/NEPA related and stand-alone noise studies for
community and transportation noise analyses, including field measurement, modeling, and data
analysis. Typical noise analysis includes constmction, vehicular traffic, and long-term stationary
source operations. Others include rail, airport, and shooting range noise impact analysis.
Dr. Chung performed more than 300 air quality studies for projects such as transportation facilities,
landfills, office buildings, and ocean bay enhancement/sediment management projects.
Dr. Chung conducted the design and analysis of architectural room acoustics (interior configuration
and absorption required for proper room use) for more than 20 theaters, studios, workshop places, and
convention centers.
Dr. Chung performed more than 50 acoustical analyses on building interior sound and vibration
isolation for hospitals, apartment complexes, office buildings, performing arts centers, schools, etc.,
throughout the United States.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
North River Street Commercial Development Project, Santa Cruz, CA. Dr. Chung conducted
noise and air quality impact analysis for the proposed North River Street Commercial Center, which
included neighborhood commercial and professional office buildings. Constmction, vehicular traffic,
and railroad noise impacts were examined, as well as onsite loading/unloading activity noise impacts.
Potential significant impacts were identified for the proposed project on both noise and air quality
emissions. Feasible mitigation measures were identified.
Sutter Bay Specific Plan EIR, Sutter County, CA. Dr. Chung conducted noise impact study for the
proposed Sutter Bay Specific Plan EIR. The proposed specific plan area would be potentially exposed
to vehicular traffic noise, as well as commercial activity such as loading and unloading noise in early
moming hours. Noise monitoring and traffic noise modeling were conducted. Feasible mitigation
measures were identified for the proposed project.
Walmart Placerville EIR, Placerville, CA. Dr. Chung conducted noise impact study for the
proposed Walmart project. The proposed project would generate vehicular traffic noise, as well as
onsite operational noise in early moming/late evening hours. Noise monitoring and traffic noise
modeling were conducted. Loading/unloading activity noise was monitored at an existing Walmart to
assess potential noise impacts at existing residential community adjacent to the proposed project.
Feasible mitigation measures were identified for the proposed project.
Kaiser Medical Center Expansion EIR, Sacramento, CA. Dr. Chung conducted noise impact study
for the proposed Kaiser Medical Expansion EIR. Noise impacts associated with vehicular traffic and
stationary noise sources such as air conditioning system, and constmction activity noise were
examined. Noise monitoring and traffic noise modeling were conducted. Potential significant noise
impacts were identified. Feasible mitigation measures were identified.
Rocklin Sunset West Specific Plan EIR, Rocklin, CA. Dr. Chung conducted noise impact study for
the proposed Rocklin Sunset Specific Plan EIR. The proposed mixed use community would be
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potentially exposed to vehicular traffic noise, as well as stationary sources such as loading and
unloading activities. Feasible mitigation measures were identified for the proposed project.
Gateway Village Air/Noise, Bakersfield, CA. Castle and Cooke Califomia, Inc. proposed to develop
a 2,658 acre site into a mixed use community, in Madera County, Califomia. Dr. Chung conducted
both air quality and noise impacts for the proposed mixed use community. Impacts were found to be
significant for long-term regional air pollutant emissions, and feasible mitigation measures were
identified. No significant impacts were found for short-term constmction noise and air pollutant
emissions and long-term localized CO hot spot impacts.
South of Brimhall Mixed Use Development, Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Chung conducted noise and air
quality technical study reports for the proposed mixed use development in the area south of the
Brimhall Road, in the sphere of influence of the City of Bakersfield. Mitigation measures were
identified for both short- and long-term impacts from noise and air quality emissions associated with
the proposed project.
West of Buena Vista Mixed Use Development, Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Chung conducted noise and air
quality technical study reports for the proposed mixed use development in the area west of Buena
Vista Avenue, in the sphere of influence of the City of Bakersfield. Mitigation measures were
identified for both short- and long-term impacts from noise and air quality emissions associated with
the proposed project.
San Diego County project experience for Dr. Chung includes:
Solana Beach Elementary School No. 6, Solana Beach, CA. LSA prepared an EIR for the proposed
site acquisition, constmction, and operation of a new elementary school located in the Carmel Valley
community in San Diego. The school is intended to serve 550 students. Dr. Chung served as Task
Manager for the air quality and noise studies portion of the EIR.
Lomas Santa Fe/I-5 Interchange, Solana Beach, CA. LSA conducted air quality and noise impact
analyses as part of the necessary environmental compliance documents for the proposed Lomas Santa
Fe/I-5 Interchange improvement project. Noise monitoring, modeling, sound wall evaluation,
feasibility study, and cost effectiveness were included in the noise study. Localized carbon monoxide
(CO) hot spot analysis and conformity determination were conducted.
Camp Pendleton Family Housing EA, San Diego County, CA. Dr. Chung conducted noise impact
study for the proposed housing units at Camp Pendleton, Califomia. Noise monitoring and traffic noise
modeling were conducted. Noise impacts associated with constmction and use of the proposed project
were examined. Feasible mitigation measures were identified for the proposed project.
North Metro Sewer Interceptor Pipeline Construction Project, San Diego, CA. Dr. Chung
conducted noise and air quality impact analysis for the North Metro Sewer Interceptor Pipeline
Constmcfion Project in the City of San Diego, Califomia. Constmction impacts from noise-generating
acfivities and air pollutant emissions from equipment exhaust and soil disturbance were calculated.
Feasible mitigation measures were recommended for sensitive receptors located adjacent to and along
the proposed pipeline routes.
Hale Avenue Wastewater Pipeline System Project
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City of Escondido, Escondido, CA. Dr. Chung conducted air quality and noise impact analyses for
the City of Escondido's proposed wastewater pipeline along Hale Avenue. Air pollutant emissions
were calculated. Noise levels were projected. Mitigation measures were identified for both air quality
and noise impacts.
SDG&E PL/2000 Construction Project, San Diego, CA. Dr. Chung conducted noise and air quality
impact analysis for the proposed SDG&E Pipeline 2000 (PL/2000) Project. A comprehensive pipeline
network has been planned in preparation of the need for SDG&E in and after the year 2000 to provide
sufficient capacity and service to customers in the greater San Diego area. Constmction impacts along
the planned pipeline routes were the main concems. Feasible mitigation measures were identified for
the proposed project.
Route 15/Parks Project, San Diego, CA. Dr. Chung conducted air quality and noise impact analyses
for the City of San Diego's proposed parks along Route 15. Air pollutant emissions were calculated.
Noise levels were projected. Mitigation measures were identified for both air quality and noise
impacts.
Carlsbad Boulevard Widening, Carlsbad, CA. The City of Carlsbad plarmed to widen and extend
Carlsbad Boulevard within its boundary. Dr. Chung conducted air quality analysis, noise monitoring
and modeling for the proposed widening/extension. Impacts and feasible mitigation measures,
including soundwalls and building facade upgrades, were identified for the proposed project.
PUBLICATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Noise Standards, Control, and Market Outlook, Chinese American Professional Society Technical
Conference, Environmental Fomm, September 7, 1996.
Noise Impacts on People and Wildlife, and Govemmental Regulations. University of Southem
Califomia Environmental Engineering Seminar Guest Speaker, January 31, 1994.
Noise and the Environment - Impacts and Regulations, Chinese American Professional Society Annual
Conference, Environmental Fomm, June 23, 1993.
Defect of the Kolmogorov Power Laws for Turbulence Using the Wiener-Hermite Expansion, Ph.D.
dissertation, December 1991.
Defect of the Five-thirds Law Using the Wiener-Hermite Expansion, Journal of Statistical Physics,
Volume 55, June 1989.
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS/AFFILIATIONS
Institute of Noise Control Engineering, Board Certified Member
Certified Acoustical Consultant, County of Orange
Certified Acousfical Consultant, County of San Diego
American Physics Society
Acousfical Society of America
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MONA MCGUIRE DE LEON
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EXPERTISE
Environmental Planning
Community and Land Planning
Development Processing/Coastal Development Permits
EDUCATION
University of Arizona. M.S., Urban Planning, 1982.
University of Arizona. B.A., Anthropology, 1980.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Associate, LSA Associates, Inc., environmental, planning, and traffic engineering consultants, Irvine,
Califomia, April 1999-present.
Planner, City of Long Beach, Department ofPlanning and Building, Long Beach, Califomia, 1993-
1999.
Airport Planner, Tucson Airport Authority, Tucson, Arizona, 1988-1989.
Project Planner, Jerry R. Jones and Associates, Inc., Tucson, Arizona, 1987-1988.
Community Planner, City of Tucson, Department ofPlanning and Zoning, Tucson, Arizona, 1983-
1987.
Planner, Ruiz Engineering, Tucson, Arizona, 1982-1983.
PRINCIPAL PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
As an Associate for the Environmental Planning Division at LSA, Ms. De Leon's primary
responsibilities include managing and preparing Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs),
Enviroimiental Impact Statements (EISs), Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, Specific Plans, and
land planning documents.
Ms. De Leon has over 15 years of experience in the planning profession, with specialization in land
planning, policy planning, airport planning, coastal development permits, development processing,
and public participation. Since joining LSA, Ms. De Leon has prepared environmental analyses for a
variety of projects, including a neighborhood shopping center, a police station, and military base
reuse plan. Her background in public participation includes organizing and facilitating public
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meetings, designing public outreach strategies, and working with community groups, politicians, and
local govemments. Prior to joining LSA, Ms. De Leon worked for municipalities in Califomia and
Arizona, as well as the Tucson Airport Authority.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Headlands Development and Conservation Plan EIR Addendum, Dana Point, CA. LSA prepared
a Draft EIR for the Headlands Development and Conservation Plan (HDCP) in the City of Dana
Point. The HDCP proposes development of 125 single-family residential lots and a maximum of
110,750 square feet of Visitor/Recreational Commercial land uses composed of a 90-room irm and a
40,000-square-foot commercial site at the comer of Green Lantem and Pacific Coast Highway. Other
components of the project include over 30 acres of conservation open space with public safety
constraints, environmental resources, and/or scenic value and over 30 acres of recreation open space
that includes a trail system, public parks, a public beach, and public recreation visitor facilities. The
project also required an amendment to the Dana Point Local Coastal Program and will require the
approval of a Master Coastal Development Pemiit. LSA prepared an EIR Addendum in September
2004 that analyzed the potential environmental effects of the project modifications resulting from the
Coastal Commission action on the project. Ms. DeLeon was the Project Manager of the EER
Addendum approved by the City of Dana Point City Council in September 2004 and subsequently
submitted to the Califomia Coastal Commission.
Burbank Empire Center Environmental Impact Report, Burbank, CA. Ms. DeLeon prepared
Califomia Environmental Quality Act findings for a proposed mixed-use development on the site
previously occupied by the Lockheed Corporation's B-1 and B-199 aerospace facilifies. Totaling two
million square feet, the proposed redevelopment of the 100-acre site includes constmction of a
combination of retail and office uses in an integrated commercial center. Key issues under review in
the EIR include General Plan Amendment and zone change (from industrial to commercial), traffic
generation and mitigation, compatibility with ongoing on-site hazardous materials remediation
activities, market impact on surrounding businesses, and compatibility with adjacent residential
neighborhoods.
Chino Hills Great Indoors, Chino Hills, CA. As Project Manager, Ms. DeLeon prepared an initial
study/addendum (IS/A) for a proposed retail center featuring a home fumishing store. The IS/A
compared the environmental effects of the proposed project with those of the original project,
previously disclosed in a 1981 PUD EIR' evaluated whether or not there are any new or more severe
significant environmental effects associated with changes in circumstances under which the proposed
project is undertaken that were not disclosed in the earlier 1981 PUD EIR; and reviewed whether
there is new information or circumstances that would require preparation of additional environmental
documentation in the form of an EER or an Addendum.
The IS/A reviewed the proposed project in conjunction with the previously approved EIR for each of
the topics on the CEQA environmental checklist and found that the significant effects that would
result from the proposed project have been addressed in the earlier EIR. The city Council approved
the IS/A.
North Tustin Village EIR, Orange County, CA. Ms. DeLeon authored land use, traffic, air quality,
and aesthetics sections of the EIR for a proposed neighborhood retail center in unincorporated Orange
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County, on a vacant lot at the comer of Newport Avenue and 17th Street in North Tustin. LSA
prepared the EIR in addition to technical studies of traffic and circulation and air quality and noise
issues and prepared detailed visual graphics of the proposed project from numerous vantage points.
Ms. De Leon assisted in preparation of the responses to comments document.
Long Beach Sports Park, Long Beach, CA. Ms. DeLeon is leading the LSA team, including six
subconsultants, in the preparation of a Sports Park Master Plan and EIR for the City of Long Beach.
The development site is a 55-acre site that is potentially constrained by an earthquake fault, operating
oil wells, a stmcture potentially eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, undocumented
fill, wetlands, petroleum-impacted soil, significant grade changes, and substantial storm water
detention requirements. The technical analyses include a Human Health Risk Assessment,
geotechnical exploration and characterization, and engineering analyses pertaining to site grading.
LSA is coordinating with the Environmental Protection Agency with regard to the site's Brownfields
designation, funding of site remediation, and National Environmental Policy Act requirements. The
draft EIR is currently in preparation under Ms. DeLeon's direction.
Outdoor Education Camp (ICD 231), Irvine, CA. LSA prepared an EER for a proposed Outdoor
Education Camp on a 210-acre area of ranch land adjacent to the Irvine Ranch Land Reserve and
Irvine Regional Park. The project has been designed to minimize adverse impacts to the natural and
built environment through a collaborative planning process, including the project architects,
landscape architects, engineers, and fire safety experts, combined with guidance from LSA's
biologists, cultural resource experts, and planners. The EIR addresses issues related to land use and
visual compatibility with surrounding residences, potential impacts to sensitive vegetation and
wetlands, and consistency with adopted plans including the Natural Community Conservation Plan
and Master Plan of Arterial Highways. The site will be dedicated to the County of Orange by The
Irvine Company and constmcted and operated by the Boy Scouts of America. Ms. DeLeon managed
the preparation of the EIR in coordination with the County of Orange. The DEER was certified in
December 2004.
County of San Diego On-Call Environmental Services, San Diego, CA. Ms. DeLeon is the Project
Manager for seven current work efforts for the County of San Diego, under an existing on-call
environmental services contract (No. 506119). These projects include a number of Focused and
Protocol Biological Surveys under very tight schedule conditions. LSA has worked successfully with
several County project managers to meet County objectives for these projects.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS
Member, American Planning Association (APA)
Member, American Institute of Certified Planners (AECP)
APA: Los Angeles Section Award, 1998, Public Education (Design Award Program)
APA: Los Angeles Section Award, 1998, Focused Issue (Gateway Cities Altemative Fuels Strategy)
Chapter Professional Development Officer for Arizona Planning Associafion (1986-1988): Created
first State awards program and first Chapter AICP Exam Preparation course
Women's Transportation Seminar
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NICOLE DUBOIS
SENIOR PLANNER
EXPERTISE
Social and Environmental Planning
Land Use Planning
Community Economic Development
EDUCATION
University of Southem Califomia, Los Angeles. Master ofPlanning, 2002.
Pitzer College, Claremont, California. Bachelor of Arts in Art History and Organizational Studies,
2000.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Planner, LSA Associates, Enc, Irvine, CA, 2004-present.
Project Coordinator, The Center for Economic Development, Los Angeles, Califomia, 2001-2002.
Professional Intern, Office of the City Manager, City of South Pasadena, Califomia, 2001-2002.
Intem, LSA Associates, Inc., Environmental Planning Consultants, Irvine, Califomia, 2000.
Intem, National Tmst for Historic Preservation, Washington, DC, 1999.
Intem, Federal Partnerships Division, National Endowment for the Arts, Washington, DC, 1999.
Intem, Lauderdale House, House Museum and Community Arts Center, London, England, 1998.
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Ms. Dubois contributes to project planning for large land use proposals and development projects.
Her primary responsibilities include research and preparation of environmental documents pursuant to
the Califomia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA).
As a Senior Plarmer, Ms. Dubois manages and prepares planning documents and environmental
analysis for a variety of projects, including the Orange County Fair and Exposition Center Master
Plan and the Santa Ana and Santiago Canyon Colleges. She also participates in a multidisciplinary
team that provides ongoing land planning and environmental management support for Pacific Gas and
Electric. Prior to joining LSA, Ms. Dubois worked for the City of South Pasadena and the Center for
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Economic Development, a U.S. Department of Commerce funded economic development center that
provides technical assistance and training to organizations engaged in community capacity building.
Previous experience includes the organization of a feasibility study on the use of high-speed intemet
lines as a tool for redevelopment, preparation of an economic analysis for a mixed-use development
in Los Angeles, and developing a community redevelopment plan for downtown Compton.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Headlands Development and Conservation Plan EIR Addendum, Dana Point, CA. LSA prepared
a Draft EIR for the Headlands Development and Conservation Plan (HDCP) in the City of Dana
Point. The HDCP proposes development of 125 single-family residential lots and a maximum of
110,750 square feet of Visitor/Recreational Commercial land uses composed of a 90-room inn and a
40,000-square-foot commercial site at the comer of Green Lantem and Pacific Coast Highway. Other
components of the project include over 30 acres of conservation open space with pubiic safety
constraints, environmental resources, and/or scenic value; and over 30 acres of recreation open space
that includes a trail system, public parks, a public beach, and public recreation visitor facilities. The
project also required an amendment to the Dana Point Local Coastal Program and will require the
approval of a Master Coastal Development Permit. LSA prepared an EIR Addendum in September
2004 that analyzed the potential environmental effects of the project modifications resulting from the
Coastal Commission action on the project. The EER Addendum was approved by the City of Dana
Point City Council in September 2004 and subsequently submitted to the Califomia Coastal
Commission.
Ms. Dubois assisted in the preparation of an EIR Addendum for development of the Headlands area
of Dana Point, directly north of Dana Point Harbor. The Headlands site is the last remaining
privately-owned coastal property in Orange County. Issues related to the Harbor project include: local
coastal plan consistency, marine resources impacts, water quality, hydrology, biological resources,
and land use. LSA prepared an EIR Addendum in September 2004 that analyzed the potential
environmental effects of the project modifications resulting from the Coastal Commission action on
the project. The EIR Addendum was approved by the City of Dana Point City Council in September
2004 and subsequently submitted to the Califomia Coastal Commission.
Home Depot Center, Long Beach, CA. Ms. Dubois is the Assistant Project Manager for the Home
Depot Center of Studebaker Road in the City of Long Beach. The project includes preparation of a
Draft EIR for a Home Depot home improvement retail and garden center and separate retail buildings
on approximately 18 acres in Long Beach. Prior use of the site was as a tank farm, which was part of
an interconnected terminal and distribution network for various petroleum-based fuels. Discretionary
approvals required from the City include a Local Coastal Development Permit, a Standards Variance
from open space requirements, a Conditional Use Permit to allow a retail use in a specific plan area,
and approval of a Site Plan. The Draft EIR was released for public review on May 2, 2005.
Orange County Fair and Exposition Center, Costa Mesa, CA. As Assistant Project Manager, Ms.
Dubois was responsible for preparation of a Draft EIR and coordination with the master planning
process for the 150-acre Orange County Fair and Exposition Center (32nd District Agricultural
Association). The Master Plan included a vision for the future of the fairgrounds, as well as a site
plan, business plan, govemance reform plan, and a strategic implementation plan. The team included
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four subconsultants and required coordination with several State agencies. EIR preparation included
supporting technical studies. The EIR was certified and the Master Plan adopted in August 2003.
Imperial Valley Commons, El Centro, CA. LSA is providing technical support and expertise in
Califomia land use and environmental planning to a developer from Termessee. The proposed project
includes constmction of a 715,000-square-foot retail center adjacent to the Imperial Valley Mall in El
Centro, Califomia. Ms. Dubois is responsible for preparation of a Conditional Use Permit, review of
screencheck and Draft CEQA documents, and coordination between the client, EIR consultant,
subconsultants, and City of El Centro.
Ms. Dubois also prepared a visual analysis technical report that was used in preparation of the EIR.
The report included analysis of the change in view from six public vantage points.
Imperial Valley Mall, El Centro, CA. LSA provided technical support and expertise in Califomia
land use and environmental planning to a developer from Texas. The project included constmction of
an 800,000-square-foot regional indoor mall, annexation of the project site to the City of El Centro,
and conversion of farmland to urban use. As Assistant Project Manager, Ms. Dubois reviewed
screencheck and draft CEQA documents prepared by an outside firm and assisted with strategy
development and coordination between the developer and local agencies. The Imperial Valley Mall
held its grand opening in March 2005.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Plarming Association
American Planning Association, Orange County Section. Director of Public Information, 2003-2005
National Tmst for Historic Preservation
Steel Tigers, 1 -77th Armor Association Newsletter Editor, 2004-present
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DEBORAH K. B. MCLEAN
PRINCIPAL/ARCHAEOLOGIST
EXPERTISE
Cultural Resources Project Management
Archaeology
Laboratory Director
EDUCATION
Califomia State University, Fullerton, M.A., Anthropology, specialization in Archaeology, 2001
Thesis title: An Assessment of the Manufacture, Use, Origin, and Nomenclature of Utilitarian
Ceramics Produced by Native American Peoples of Orange County, Califomia.
Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois, B.A., Anthropology, 1973
SPECIAL TRAINING
Seminar on providing expert witness testimony, presented by the Califomia Energy Commission,
2000.
Analysis and Preservation of Historic Bridges, presented by the American Society of Civil Engineers,
1999.
Federal Projects and Historic Preservation Law, presented by the Advisory Council on Historic
Preservation and the GSA Interagency Training Center, 1994.
Cultural Resources Compliance Workshop, presented by State of Califomia Department of
Transportation, 1994.
Cultural Resource Management (unofficial attendance), presented by the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, 1991.
SCUBA diver under the sanctions of N.A.U.I.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Principal/Archaeologist, LSA Associates, Inc., Environmental Planning Consultants, Irvine, 1993-
present.
Archaeology and Paleontology Laboratory Manager, John Minch and Associates, 1992-1993.
Assistant Project Archaeologist, Gallegos & Associates, 1991.
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Logistical Field Coordinator, ENFOTEC Research, Inc., 1991.
Staff Archaeologist, Chambers Group, Inc., 1989-1991.
Archaeological Writer/Editor, Scientific Resource Surveys, 1988.
Archaeologist/Assistant to the Principal Investigator, Center for Anthropological Studies, University
of Califomia at Santa Barbara, 1986.
Realtor, First Hawaiian Realty, 1977-1984.
Staff Archaeologist, Historic Preservation Division, Denver Service Center, National Park Service,
1975-1976.
FIELD AND LABORATORY EXPERIENCE
Ms. McLean's experience includes 19 years of prehistoric and historic archaeology in Califomia; two
years of historic archaeology in several New England states and Texas (underwater archaeology in
the Gulf of Mexico); and prehistoric archaeology in the Midwest, including work at Cahokia Mounds
State Park, a World Heritage site. She has laboratory experience with prehistoric and historic
archaeology collections from various parts of the United States, including extensive work with
Califomia archaeological and paieontological collections.
PRINCIPAL PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
A Principal at LSA, Ms. McLean is responsible for coordinating and directing archaeological projects
in compliance with CEQA and NEPA. Ms. McLean coordinates and directs archaeological and
paieontological laboratory operations at LSA. She performs archival and records searches for
archaeological projects; conducts archaeological field surveys and excavations; and prepares
technical reports. Ms. McLean is also responsible for departmental staffing and management.
Ms. McLean has authored and coauthored over 90 technical reports for LSA. The following are some
of these reports:
Cultural section for the Preliminary Environmental Assessment Report for the Base Line Road/I-15
Interchange Project (Project Study Report phase). City of Rancho Cucamonga, Califomia, 2001.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Bouquet Canyon Road Bridge over the Santa Clara River
Project, City of Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County, California, 2001.
Historic Property Sun/ey Report for the Citrus Avenue/Interstate-10 Interchange Project, City of
Fontana, San Bernardino County, Califomia, 2001.
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Historic Property Survey Report for the Gahilan/Natividad Creeks Class I Bicycle/Pedestrian Path
Project, City of Salinas, Monterey Coimty, California, 2001.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Pacific Coast Widening from Seaward Road to Cameo
Shores Road, City of Newport Beach, Orange County, California, 2001.
Archaeological and Historical Assessment at 7911 El Paseo Grande, La Jolla (City of San Diego),
San Diego County, Califomia, 2000.
Cultural Resources Assessment for the Rancho Cucamonga Retail Center Project, City of Rancho
Cucamonga, San Bernardino County, California, 2000.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Main Street/State Route 91 Project, City of Corona,
Riverside County, California, 2000.
Historic Property Survey Report for the West Barton Road Bridge (U54C-379) Replacement Project,
City of Grand Terrace, San Bernardino County, California, 2000.
Preliminary Staff Assessment, Moss Landing Power Plant Project, Cultural Resources, for the
Califomia Energy Commission, Monterey County, Califomia, 2000.
Results of Archaeological and Paieontological Monitoring at 8356 Paseo del Ocaso, La Jolla (City of
San Diego), 92037, San Diego County, California, 2000.
Archaeological and Historical Assessment of the Washington Street Bridge Widening Project for the
City of La Quinta, Riverside County, California, 1999.
Cultural Resources Assessment for the Highland Surface Transportation Program Roadways Project,
City of Highland, San Bernardino County, California, 1999.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Boronda Road Bridge, Carmel Valley, Monterey County,
California, 1999.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Corps Park Bicycle Path, City of Ripon, San Joaquin County,
California, 1999.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Etiwanda Avenue/Interstate-10 Interchange Project,
San Bernardino County, California, 1999.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Ninth Street Bridge Project in the City of Modesto, Stanislaus
County, Califomia, 1999.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Replacement ofthe City Creek Bridge on Fifth Street, City of
Highland, San Bernardino County, California, 1999.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Sandholdt Road Bridge, Moss Landing, Monterey County,
California, 1999.
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Historic Property Survey Report for the Toomes Avenue Low Water Crossing over Jewett Creek, City
of Corning, Tehama County, California, 1999.
Results of Archaeological/Historical and Paieontological Records Searches and Survey for the
Northside Commons Apartments Project, City of Victorville, San Bernardino County, California,
1999.
Cultural Resources Assessment: San Antonio Heights Project, City of Upland, San Bernardino
County, Califomia, 1998.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Riverside Avenue/Interstate-10 Project, San Bernardino
County, Califomia, 1998.
Results of Archaeological Monitoring for the San Joaquin Marsh Enhancement Plan Project, City of
Irvine, Orange County, California, 1998.
Cultural and Paieontological Resources Assessment for Blue Sky Properties, San Juan Capistrano,
Orange County, Califomia, 1997.
Cultural Resources Assessment for the Francisco Oaks Project, El Dorado County, California, 1997.
Cultural Resources Assessment for the Marketplace Restaurant and Retail Site, City of Long Beach,
Los Angeles County, California, 1997.
Cultural Resources Assessment for Proposed Changes to Wickland Pipelines LLC, Richmond
Marine-Link Pipeline Alignment, Alameda County, California, 1997.
An Evaluation ofthe Dolph House, 34000 Capistrano by the Sea, City of Dana Point, Orange
County, Califomia, 1997.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Carona Avenue Bridge Replacement Project, City of
Corning, Tehama County, California, 1997.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Route 99/Jack Tone Road Interchange Reconstruction
Project, City of Ripon, San Joaquin County, California, 1999.
Second Supplemental Historic Property Survey Report for the Proposed State Route 30 Freeway
Project, Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties, California, 1997.
Cultural Resources Assessment for Amargosa Creek Improvement Project, Los Angeles County,
Califomia, 1996.
Cultural Resources Assessment for the Home Depot - San Juan Capistrano Site, Orange County,
Califomia, 1996.
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Cultural Resources Assessment for tite Leah Drive Remedial Grading Project, Dana Point, Orange
County, California, 1996.
Cultural Resources Assessment for Newport Coast Drive Extension, Off-Site Mitigation Areas,
Orange County, Califomia, 1996.
Cultural Resources Assessment for Ritter Ranch, Planning Area 1, Los Angeles County, California,
1996.
Cultural Resources Assessment, Southern California Gas Company Natural Gas Transmission Line
6902 El Centro to Mexicali, Imperial County, California, 1996.
EIR for Bixby Ridge, Orange County, California, 1996.
Historic Property Survey Report for Newport Avenue/State Route 55, Tustin, Orange County,
California, 1996.
Historic Property Survey Report for Cajalco Road - 1st Supplemental, Riverside County, California,
1995.
Cultural Resources Assessment for 278.4 Acres Within East Highlands Ranch, San Bernardino
County, Califomia, 1995.
Cultural Resources Assessment for the Alviso Marina, Santa Clara County, California, 1995.
Cultural Resources Assessment for Central Avenue Realignment Extension Project, Cities of Chino
and Chino Hills, San Bernardino County, California, 1995.
Cultural Resources Assessment - La Sierra University Specific Plan, Riverside County, California
1995.
Cultural Resources Assessment - Newport Coast Drive Extension, City of Irvine, Orange County,
California, 1995.
Historic Property Survey Report for Route 73 and 1-405 Improvements, Orange County, California,
1995.
Results of an Archaeological Windshield Survey in the Wheeler Ridge Area of the Tejon Ranch Near
Grapevine, Kern County, California, 1995.
Test Level Investigations at CA-ORA-1371/H, East Hicks Canyon, Orange County, California, 1995.
Historic Property Surx'cy Report for Apela Drive Bridge, Riverside County, California, 1994.
Arciiaeological and Historical Investigations of the Cram School Site and Tentative Tracts 13551 and
15554, East Highlands, San Bernardino County, California, 1994.
Archaeology Assessment Report for Tract 13551 and Tract 15554 East Highlands Ranch, 1994.
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Historic Property Sur\>ey Report for Cajalco Road, Riverside County, California, 1994.
Cultural Resources Assessment Angeles Forest Highway at Mile Marker 23.00 Angeles National
Forest, Los Angeles County, California, 1994.
Cultural Resources Assessment for Five Vacant Lots and 42 Potentially Historic Buildings within the
Northeast Anaheim Redevelopment Area, Orange County, California, 1994.
Cultural Resources Assessment Hicks Canyon and East Hicks Canyon Retarding Basins, Orange
County, Califomia, 1994.
Cultural Resources Assessment Planning Area 10 City of Irvine, Orange County, California, 1994.
Cultural Resources Assessment ofthe Proposed Road System for TT6649 Alameda County,
California, 1994.
Cultural Resources Assessment San Dimas Canyon Road at Mile Markers 0.45 and 0.93 Angeles
National Forest, Los Angeles County, California, 1994.
Cultural Resources Assessment - Tentative Tract No. 14232, 1994.
Cultural Resources Assessment Tentative Tract No. 14747, Orange, Califomia, 1994.
EIR for the Northwest Specific Plan, 1994.
Historic Property Survey Report for Proposed Material Borrow Sites for the State Route 58 Mojave
Freeway Project in Mojave, Kern County, California, 1994.
Historic Property Survey Report for the Washington Street Bridge Project, 1994.
Adelanto-Lugo Transmission Project Cultural Resources Assessment, San Bemardino County,
California, 1993.
Cultural Resources Assessment of Altemative Sites for the Russell Ranch Project, 1993.
Evans Road/Ellis Avenue/I-215 IS/EA, 1993.
Moss Landing Marine Laboratories Relocation Draft Environmental Assessment, 1993.
Watsonville Community Hospital Alternative Sites, 1993.
Ms. McLean authored or co-authored the following technical reports prior to her employment with
LSA:
Cultural Resources Investigations: Meadow Insect Salvage Timber Sale, for ENFOTEC Research,
Inc., 1991 (with Roderic N. McLean).
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Cultural Resource Survey and Assessment for the Geysers Geothermal Leasing Program, for
Chambers Group, Inc., 1991 (with Peter Carr and Roderic N. McLean).
Cultural Resource Survey and Assessment for Raging Waters, for Chambers Group, Inc., 1990.
Cultural Resource Survey and Assessment for Rolling Hills Ranch, for Chambers Group, Inc., 1990
(with Paul Famsworth).
An Assessment of Site 5MF605 in Browns Park National Wildlife Refuge, Colorado, for National Park
Service, Department of the Interior, 1976 (with Catherine H. Blee and Laurence L. Loendorf).
Harper's Ferry National Historical Park Archaeological Investigation of Buildings 8 and 9, for
National Park Service, Department of the Interior, 1976.
Harper's Ferry National Historical Park, West Virginia, Archaeological Investigation of Buildings 9
and 10, for National Park Service, Department of the Interior, 1976 (with Catherine H. Blee).
William Howard Taft National Historic Site Archaeological Investigation of Foundation and Cistern,
for National Park Service, Department of the Interior, 1975.
PROFESSIONAL PUBLICATIONS
Test excavation ofthe Charles and Mildred Washington gravesite. Magazine of the Jefferson County,
West Virginia Historical Society XLIII: 31-33, 1977.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA)
Orange County Certified Archaeologist
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Society for Historical Archaeology
Society for Califomia Archaeology
Pacific Coast Archaeological Society
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ANTHONY L. PETROS
PRINCIPAL
EXPERTISE
Transportation Planning and Impact Analysis
Parking Analysis
EDUCATION
Comell University, candidate Master of Regional Planning, June 1985.
University of Califomia, Irvine, Bachelor of Arts, Social Ecology, June 1983.
University of Califomia, Irvine, Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences, June 1982.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Principal, LSA Associates, Inc., environmental planning and engineering consultants, offices in
Northem and Southem Califomia and Colorado, 1984-present.
Intem, Special Assistant to Chairman, City of Irvine Planning Commission, 1981-1982.
Research Assistant, Califomia State Department of Health Services, Hazardous Waste Management
Branch, Abandoned Sites Project, 1980-1981.
PRINCIPAL PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities include the management and supervision of the transportation function of
LSA Associates, Inc. This role includes the preparation and review of comprehensive traffic and
parking studies, operational analyses. Environmental Impact Reports, and Environmental
Assessments. Emphasis is placed on the coordination of transportation projects with municipal and
agency administrators and real estate interests.
Mr. Petros has prepared and/or supervised a variety of transportation projects, including the A-Town
Mixed-Use Development within the Platinum Triangle in the City of Anaheim, west in the City of
Irvine, the Central Park Countryside Specific Plan Retail/Residential project in the County of
Riverside, and the MCAS Iwakuni and Yokota Air Base Master Plans in Japan.
While at LSA, Mr. Petros has also been involved in many General Plan work efforts, including the
development of the General Plan Circulation Elements of Calaveras County, and the Cities of Garden
Grove, Buena Park, Calabasas, Arcadia, and Laguna Hills. Mr. Petros has overseen the preparation of
neighborhood traffic analyses in the Cities of Tustin, Whittier, Lakewood, and San Clemente, as well
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as in the Del Monte Forest. His range of experience covers large-scale land development projects and
small-scale detailed operational analyses.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa, Huntington Beach, CA. LSA conducted a
traffic impact analysis to assess the potential circulation impacts associated with the proposed
development of the Waterfront Ocean Grand Resort in the City of Huntington Beach. The analysis
was directed by Mr. Petros and included a comparison of new project impacts to those impacts named
in the previously approved 1988 Master Plan to comply with CEQA Addendum requirements. As far
back as 1991, Mr. Petros was involved with this project, first preparing the original Master Plan
analysis for the City of Huntington Beach. This analysis also included site-specific analysis, including
parking analysis, gate access queue analysis, signal warrant analysis for new intersections, a signal
progression analysis along State highways, and a sight distance analysis for project access. These
independent analyses established the basis for a conceptual striping plan prepared for arterials
adjacent to the proposed project. The parking analysis focused on identification of the potential
parking demand using other site surveys, as well as historical parking surveys. The final circulation
and parking analysis was included in the overall Environmental Impact Report for the proposed
project and was approved by the Huntington Beach City Council in August 1998. The Ocean Grand
Resort opened in January 2003. Mr. Petros used his expertise in analysis as well as his experience
with parking and geometric design to assist in the development of the world-class resort.
Oceanside Walkable Communities Project, San Diego, CA. The intent of the Oceanside Walkable
Communities Project was to increase the ease of, and broaden the options for, moving about
Oceanside's downtown, and to create logical extensions of the existing transportation network and the
primary beach destination. The downtown currently enjoys a high level of beachfront activity, but
bringing this activity into the downtown area has been challenging. In addition, the dominance of the
automobile along downtown roadways has decreased the walkability of the area. Mr. Petros was a key
meniber of the design and analysis team that developed altemative plans for the Downtown
Oceanside area. Mr. Petros made numerous presentations to both receptive and hostile audiences and
with both groups resolved issues and developed a common vocabulary for future tasks in the Plan
development. The specific recommendations for streetscape improvements, circulation, parking and
traffic, and implementation strategies contained in the Walkable Communities Plan will create an
environment that will encourage people, including the young and elderly, to feel comfortable walking
around all parts of the downtown area.
Orange County Gateway EIR Traffic Analysis, Orange County, CA. Mr. Petros managed the
traffic forecasting and analysis of the Orange County Gateway traffic analysis that involved over 100
intersections in five jurisdictions within North Orange County. His preparation of the analysis
involved the key element of multijurisdictional coordination. He also prepared the delay analysis of
the elimination of railroad gate crossings and developed criteria used in the identification of
altemative paths during constmction.
City of Laguna Niguel Shared Parking Model, Orange County, CA. The mixed-use shared
parking model for the City of Laguna Niguel prepared by LSA is now being used for determining
parking supply at mixed-use developments. Mr. Petros provided technical oversight during the
collection of parking statistics conducted at five stand-alone and two mixed-use centers in the vicinity
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of Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo. The empirically derived rates and hourly accumulations were
adjusted to include 95th percentile confidence levels, to account for peak monthly variations
according to the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Shared Parking document, and to include parking supply
buffers. The results of the parking model defined the parking demand rates and hourly accumulation
curves for six commonly combined land uses at mixed-use centers. Mr. Petros was responsible for the
data collection and synthesis ofthe statistics into a practical model currently in use.
Del Monte Forest Luciano Pavarotti Concert Parking Management Plan, Monterey, CA. Mr.
Petros was selected on behalf of the Del Monte Forest to prepare a circulation and parking
management plan for a fund raising special event concert to be held in the Forest. Thousands of
tickets were sold and created concems from the cities of Pacific Grove, Carmel and Monterey, the
Califomia Highway Patrol, and the U.S. Army. The Del Monte Forest has limited access and
circulation opportunities and a lack of abundant parking sites. As a result of Mr. Petros'
recommendations, all agencies accepted the plan and cooperated in its execution. The special event
went off without incident and was considered a success on the peninsula.
Calaveras County General Plan Update EIR Traffic Analysis, Calaveras, CA Calaveras County
staff selected LSA to provide the environmental documentation to support the update of the General
Plan. The purpose of the update was to address issues that had arisen in litigation. The primary issue
involved traffic and circulation. On behalf of LSA, Mr. Petros assisted in the clarification of standard
level of service and traffic operations thresholds. LSA conducted an inventory of every public road in
the County and provided an assessment of existing conditions. Levels of service were identified for a
forecast General Plan build out scenario and mitigation measures were recommended where
necessary.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Enstitute ofTransportation Engineers, Member
Orange County Traffic Engineers Council
City of Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce, Past President
City of Costa Mesa Residential Rehabilitation and Redevelopment Commission
Organization of Comell Planners, Past Chairman
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MICHAEL B. TROTTA
ASSOCIATE/BIOLOGIST
EXPERTISE
Wetlands/Waters Delineations
Ecological Restoration
Biological Assessment
Permitting Assistance
EDUCATION
University of Califomia at Santa Barbara, Bachelor of Arts, June 1986.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Associate/Biologist, LSA Associates, Inc., Irvine, Califomia, November 1996-present
Native Habitat Restoration Supervisor, Habitat West, Vista, Califomia, October 1993-April 1997
(intermittent)
Diver, Aquafic Inspections, Encinitas, Califomia, May 1994-October 1996 (intermittent)
Carpenter, Laird McClintock Builders, Vista, Califomia, January 1993-January 1995
Office Manager, Tri-City Cardiology Medical Group, Inc., Oceanside, Califomia, June 1986-
December, 1992
Manager, Heart Diagnostics Medical Group, Inc., September 1989-December 1992
PRINCIPAL PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Mr. Trotta has 11 years of experience relative to native habitat restoration in Southem Califomia. His
responsibilities include project management; monitoring and managing constmction crews in
restoration constmction of native habitat, with emphasis on coastal sage scmb, riparian and saltwater
marsh plant and animal communities; assisting clients in obtaining environmental permits from
federal. State, and local agencies; preparing biological evaluations and assessments; coordinating with
clients, contractors, and subcontractors, monitoring firms, developers, and govemment agencies; and
preparing reports on revegetation projects. Monitoring responsibilities include constmction
monitoring during project preparation, plant and seed material installation, regular maintenance
monitoring, jurisdictional waters and wetlands delineations, qualitative and quantitative data
collection for progress analysis, and noise analysis. In addition, Mr. Trotta has attended seminars
relating to the flora of San Diego County, exotic weed eradication, and has completed a course in
Methods of Habitat Restoration offered by the University of Califomia, Riverside.
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REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
City of San Diego, Water & Sewer Design Division On-Call Environmental Services, San Diego,
CA. Mr. Trotta was Project Manager for multiple task orders issued on this contract. LSA worked
closely with City staff and subconsultants in determining how to provide permanent maintenance
access to existing and or proposed sewer manholes with consideration of biological resources and
jurisdictional waters. During the process, LSA worked to help City staff prepare Geographic
Information Systems (GIS) data collection standards for biological resource mapping.
Biological Management Plan, Tijuana River Valley Regional Park, San Diego County
Department of Parks and Recreation, San Diego, CA. Mr. Trotta served as Project Manager for
the preparation ofa biological management plan for the Tijuana River Valley Regional Park with an
emphasis on accommodating biological management goals with human uses. LSA biologists mapped
the existing condition of 274.29 acres of recently acquired County owned parcels within the Tijuana
River Valley to be incorporated into the Tijuana River Valley Regional Park. The results of the
fieldwork were recorded and mapped using GIS technology. The existing vegetation communities
and human uses were mapped and the entire area was evaluated for future uses as habitat areas and
public uses.
County of San Diego - On-Call Environmental Services, San Diego, CA. Under the existing
contract, Mr. Trotta serves as Biological Task Manager responsible for multiple focused and protocol
biological surveys. Seven work efforts have been assigned to date, each under the direct supervision
of Mr. Trotta, such as the Valley Center Road Bridge Replacement Project. Mr. Trotta has worked
successfully with County project managers on these and other projects.
Newport Coast Planned Community, Orange County, CA. Task Manager for on and off-site
revegetation implementation monitoring, qualitative and quantitative data collection, and nonnative
weed eradication monitoring on 100 acres of restoration sites for the Newport Coast areas in coastal
Orange County.
On-Call Environmental Services for City of San Diego Water and Sewer Design Division, San
Diego, CA. Mr. Trotta's management responsibilities for this on-call contract includes mapping of
biological resources and coordination with City staff and canyon equipment consultants to
recommend permanent maintenance routes for existing and proposed sewer alignments in
environmentally sensitive urban canyons.
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LISA D. WILLIAMS
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
EXPERTISE
Hazardous Waste
Water Quality/Hydrology
EDUCATION
Califomia State University, Fullerton, Master of Science in Environmental Studies, 2002.
University of Califomia, Irvine, Extension, Certificate in Environmental Site Assessment and
Remediation, 1996.
University of Califomia, Irvine, Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, 1983.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Environmental Specialist, LSA Associates, Inc., Irvine, Califomia, 2000-present.
Environmental Scientist, Charles Abbott Associates, Inc., Torrance, Califomia, 2000.
Environmental Health Specialist, Los Angeles County Department of Health Services, San Pedro,
Califomia, 1996-1999.
Environmental Scientist, Bryant Palmer Soto, Inc., Torrance, Califomia, 1994-1996.
Industrial Hygiene Technician, Muranaka Environmental Consultants, Inc., Honolulu, Hawaii, 1993.
Diving and Salvage Officer, U.S. Navy, 1988-1992.
PRINCIPAL PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Ms. Williams manages environmental analysis projects and provides expertise related to hazardous
waste and water quality issues. Her project management experience includes residential, commercial,
school facility, and infrastmcture projects. Ms. Williams's technical experience includes Preliminary
Environmental Site Assessment (Phase I) reports. Soil and Water Investigations (Phase II), Hazardous
Waste Initial Site Assessments (ISAs), Water Quality Assessments, and National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) Permit compliance.
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Montage Resort, Laguna Beach, CA. Ms Williams prepared a water quality analysis of
preconstmction and constmction sampling at discharges in the vicinity of this coastal resort to assess
whether project constmction was affecting mnoff water quality. As a follow-up project, Ms.
Williams is reviewing annual bacterial sampling data from the surf zone to assess trends or
relationships to the operation of the resort.
Home Depot Center, Long Beach, CA. Ms. Williams is the Project Manager for preparation of the
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for a Home Depot home improvement retail and garden center
and separate retail buildings on approximately 18 acres in Long Beach. Prior use of the site was as a
tank farm, which was part of an interconnected terminal and distribution network for various
petroleum-based fuels. Discretionary approvals required from the City include a Local Coastal
Development Permit, a Standards Variance from open space requirements, a Conditional Use Permit
to allow a retail use in an industrial zone, and approval of a Site Plan.
Headlands Development and Conservation Plan (HDCP) EIR, Orange County, CA. Ms.
Williams was responsible for review of water quality and hydrology technical reports and for
preparation of EER sections based upon these reports. The water quality sections required
consultation with experts in the field and review of pertinent regulations and data regarding removal
efficiency of best management practices.
Melrose Triangle, West Hollywood, CA. Ms. Williams is the Project Manager for the
Environmental Impact Report for this 295,600-square-foot mixed-use development adjacent to the
City of Beverly Hills. The project includes five subterranean levels. Key environmental and
controversial issues include groundwater control, traffic, public services, and land use.
North Coast Church EIR, San Diego County, CA. Ms. Williams was responsible for the
preparation of hydrology and water quality sections in the EIR for the proposed development of a
church campus on a 40.6-acre site. The proposed project consists of 365,000 square feet of sanctuary,
private school, day care, and administrative offices associated with the church, supporting food and
beverage services and a caretaker residence in multiple buildings with surrounding parking, with up
to 20,000 square feet of commercial office space.
Brightwater Development Project Subsequent EIR, Huntington Beach, CA. Task Manager for
the hydrology and water quality sections and technical report oversight of this project, which is
adjacent to the Bolsa Chica Wetlands in Orange County.
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Santa Barbara, CA. Ms. Williams prepared the hydrology and
water quality section of the EER for this hospital expansion project in the City of Santa Barbara. Her
work included research of existing monitoring data, pollutants of concem and review of the
hydrology and water quality report for the project.
Bolsa Chica Residential EIR, Orange County, CA. Ms. Williams was responsible for review of the
Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, hydrology report, and water quality technical
report, and for preparation of EIR sections based on these reports. Ms. Williams also attended
meetings with the County and the Regional Water Quality Control Board to discuss water quality
issues of the project.
LSA ASSOCIATES,
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SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL S P E C 1 A L I S T
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CETAP Transportation Corridors EIS/EIR, Riverside, CA. Ms. Williams prepared technical
reports and environmental impact analyses for comparison of altemative routings and alignment
preservation for two major transportation corridors in westem Riverside County. Analyses addressed
to the potential impacts of project implementation on hazardous materiaFwaste sites. Ms. Williams
prepared the EIS/EIR impact sections for each corridor.
Orange County Gateway EIS/EIR, Placentia, CA. Ms. Williams acted as an Assistant Project
Manager for this proposed lowering/grade separation of a section of heavily traveled railroad through
parts of Placentia and Anaheim. She prepared the Notice of Intent, Notice of Preparation, and the
Scoping Report. She provided technical review expertise for the Drainage Study, Hazardous Waste
Assessment, and the Geotechnical Evaluation, and prepared the following sections of the Draft
EIS/EIR: Hydrology and Floodplains, Water Quality, Hazardous Substances, and Geology.
CERTIFICATIONS
Certificate in Environmental Site Assessment and Remediation, 1996
REGISTRATIONS
Registered Environmental Health Specialist, Califomia #6541
Registered Environmental Assessor I, Califomia #06116
Ian Adam, M.E.S.M.
Project Manager
M.E.S.M., Master of Environmental
Science and Management, Donald Bren
School of Environmental Science and
Management, University of California,
Santa Barbara, 2001
B.S., Science, Ecology and Systematic
Biology, 1996
Southern California SETAC, Board
Member
National Association of Environmental
Professionals
40-Hour OSHA Certified HAZWOPER
Training
U. S. Green Building Council
Mr. Adam is a key member of Fuscoe's Watershed
Management Division headed by Dr. J.T. Yean. His
specialty is water resources, with an emphasis in water
quality regulations and Resource Agency interaction. He
has extensive research and assessment skills garnered
from his studies at the Donald Bren School of
Environmental Science and Management at the
University of California, Santa Barbara. Mr. Adam's
research included watershed modeling for TMDLs within
the Santa Ana River Watershed.
Since joining Fuscoe in 2001, Mr. Adam has served as
an effective Project Manager and resource for a number
of projects and clients. His emphasis in storm water
regulations and water quality BMP design has served as
a valuable resource for cities, private developers and
public entities. He has worked extensively with the
University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) on
various projects involving compliance with water quality
treatment requirements.
Mr. Adam is currently working as the storm water
consultant to the City of Yorba Linda for the
development, implementation and training of numerous
storm water programs within the City and is also
developing a Storm Water Management Plan for MCAS,
Camp Pendleton. He also sen/ed as the lead consultant
for the review of the City of Bueno Park's Storm Water
Program and regularly interacts with the RWQCB and
County of Orange on water quality issues and grant
opportunities.
Mr. Adam's technical background in water quality
combined with his engineering and regulatory
experience at FEI provides clients with a uniquely trained
individual to work with stakeholders, regulatory agencies
and other consultants.
ffi .s
Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants
STEPHAN A. BECK, PG, CEG, HG, REA
Principal Environmental Geologist
EDUCATION
Master of Arts, Geology, 1981, California State University, Fresno, California
Bachelor of Arts, Geology, 1976, University of California at Santa Barbara
Professional Certificate, Hazardous Materials Management, 1989, University of California at San Diego
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Professional Geologist, California, PG 4375 Certified Hydrogeologist, California, HG 126
Certified Engineering Geologist, California, CEG 1512 Professional Geologist, Wyoming, PG 2234
Environmental Assessor I, California, REA 2181 Environmental Manager, Nevada, CEM 1545
Environmental Assessor II, California, REA 20110 County of San Diego Environmental Consultant
Professional Geologist, Arizona, RG 33080 Certification
CERTIFICATIONS
OSHA 40-hour Health and Safety Training (with annual updates)
OSHA 8-hour Health and Safety Supervisor Training
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
As a Principal Environmental Geologist with Ninyo & Moore, Mr. Beck has 24 years of professional experience. Mr.
Beck provides managerial, technical and QA/QC oversight and support on all corporate, environmental submittals
and projects. Mr. Beck has been an active participant in the development of the San Diego Department of Environ-
mental Health's (DEH) Site Assessment and Mitigation (SAM) Manual, which has been adopted by other agencies,
in whole or in part, throughout California. In particular, Mr. Beck has received written acknowledgements from the
DEH for his excellent contributions to the SAM Manual. Mr. Beck's specific project experience includes
Central Impenal Redevelopment Plan, San Diego, California: Principal Environmental Geologist oversaw
the preparation of the Hazardous Materials Technical Study (HMTS) for the Central Imperial Redevelopment
Plan in San Diego County, California. The HMTS will be included as a section in a Master Environmental Im-
pact Report being prepared by the Southeastern Economic Development Corporation, a non-profit public
benefit corporation responsible for redevelopment activities in southeastern San Diego. The purpose of the
HMTS was to evaluate potential environmental impacts from hazardous substances and wastes currently or
historically located in or nearby the 580-acre study area.
National City Downtown Specific Plan, National City, California: Principal Environmental Geologist in
charge of the completion of a Hazardous Materials Technical Study (HMTS) of the National City Downtown
Specific Plan area for the Community Development Commission of National City. This HMTS was performed
as part of the City's Preliminary Master Environmental Plan for the project area. Its purpose was to identify fa-
cilities of potential environmental concern that could be addressed in later studies and/or remedial activities.
Oceanside Unified School Distnct On-Call Environmental Consulting Contract, Oceanside, California:
Mr. Beck is the Contract Manager and QA/QC Advisor for the Ninyo & Moore contract to provide environmental
site investigation characterization and assessment services to Oceanside Unified School District (OUSD) on an
as-needed basis under the New School Facilities Construction program. The services performed under this
contract will include Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Preliminary Endangerment Assess-
ments (PEAs), Supplementary Site Investigations (SSIs), and Remedial Action Work Plans (F^Ws). The site
invesfigation activities may include conducting subsurface investigations to characterize and delineate the ex-
tent of soil and groundwater contamination; identifying and assessing the actual and potential adverse effects
of contamination to the environment and to public health and safety, and providing appropriate remedial alter-
natives. The F^Ws will focus on addressing removal of impacted soils prior to initiation of construction activities
at the selected school sites. Ninyo & Moore will be interacting with the Department of Toxic Substance Control
(DTSC) personnel on a regular basis to determine the most effective method of managing environmental is-
sues associated with proposed school sites while meeting the objectives both of OUSD and DTSC. Because
Mr. Beck routinely interfaces with DTSC, he is familiar with what agency staff requires, and able to expedite
projects by preparing complete concise documents for DTSC review and approval, conduct appropriately
scoped PEAs and SSIs, and prepare F^Ws and other documents that require few, if any, revisions.
Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants
STEPHAN A. BECK, PG, CEG, HG, REA
Principal Environmental Geologist
CCDC Downtown Community Plan Update and Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR), San Diego,
California: Principal Environmental Geologist during preparation of a hazardous materials technical document
to assist the Centre City Development Corporation (CCDC) in performing a hazardous materials constraints
analysis as part of the Downtown Community Plan Update and Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR).
Mr. Beck reviewed of appropriate sections of the existing MEIR, review of information and regulatory trends
pertaining to toxic substances and generat redevelopment issues in the planning area; had discussions with the
San Diego County Department of Health; participated in project team meetings, and reviewed a hazardous ma-
terials technical document.
City of Chula Vista Solid and Hazardous Waste Hazardous Matenals Baseline Study, Chula Vista, Cali-
fornia: Principal Environmental Geologist for a Solid and Hazardous Waste Hazardous Materials Baseline
Study (HMBS). The information provided in the HMBS report will be used to assist the City of Chula Vista in
identifying preliminary planning issues to be addressed in the City of Chula Vista General Plan Update process.
The site reconnaissance performed for the HMBS involved a "windshield" survey of properties of significant po-
tential environmental concern (e.g., active and inactive landfills; large-quantity generators; treatment, storage,
and disposal facilities) identified during the regulatory agency database review and through interviews with
regulatory agency representatives. Findings included a summary of the number of sites of potential or identified
environmental concern within the study area, identified by subarea. Conclusions included recommended meth-
ods of mitigating areas of environmental concern before or during redevelopment activities.
San Diego Unified Port Distnct: Contract and quality control principal for continuation of the hazardous mate-
rials identification and management portion of Phase I of the B.P. Goodrich South Campus demolition project.
Under the direction of the District, the projecfs major goal is to monitor the abatement of hazardous materials
at the site, including ACM, LBP, mercury switches, PCB-containing light ballasts, etc., to assist the demolition
contractor on behalf of the District with performance of all activities in strict conformance with applicable fed-
eral, state, and local regulations. Upon completion of the final report for Phase I, quality control task will focus
on technical review of the preparation of the final report that details the industrial hygiene and on-site safety as-
pects of the demolition process.
Transportation Authorities and Port Distnct Projects, Vanous Locations, California: Program Manager,
Principal Environmental Geologist, Q/VQC Manager, and Technical Advisor for task order contracts involving
multiple concurrent projects at multiple locations with the Metropolitan Transit Development Board, North
County Transit District, Orange County Transportation Authority, Riverside County Transportation Commission,
San Diego Unified Port District, Port of Los Angeles, Port of Long Beach, and Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transit Authority.
Padres Ballpark, San Diego, California: Principal Environmental Geologist for the construction of the San
Diego Padres Ballpark and ancillary development, which involves the redevelopment of a 26-block area in
downtown San Diego. Tasks for this Brownfields/Polanco Act Project include review of Phase I, Phase ll, and
remedial action plans, data, and recommendations, preparation of hazardous materials bid specifications, de-
velopment of a protocol for the evaluation, monitoring, and documentation of 750,000 to 1,000,000 cubic yards
of export soil, preparation of a hazardous materials response plan which included contaminated soil reuse crite-
ria, monitoring and coordinating removal actions, and providing liaison with the San Diego Department of
Health Services, the California EPA-designated lead agency for the project.
ASSOCIATIONS
National Groundwater Association
San Diego Association of Geologists
San Diego Environmental Professionals
EDDIE FONT
SUBCONSULTANT- VISIONSCAPE IMAGERY
VISUAL STUDIES
(EXECUTIVE/MANAGER)
CONTACT INFORMATION
15375 Barranca Parkway, Building B211
Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: (949) 727-3591
Fax: (949) 727-3592
eddie.font@visionscapeimaqerv.com
EDUCATION
• Bachelor of Architecture
University of Southern California, 1992
TASKS TO PERFORM
• Site Analysis
• 3-D Modeling
• Digital Imaging
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Eddie Font, Principal and Co-Founder of VisionScape Imagery, provides overall strategic responsibility
for the firm with almost 15 years of hands-on experience in the field of Architectural and Engineering
Visualization. Mr. Font holds a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Southern California. In
1987 he began working for Pardee Homes, and in 1992, formed VisionScape Imagery with his brother
and partner, Joe Font. Mr. Font has distinguished himself as a principal that truly interacts and enjoys
working with clients. Bringing his customer-centric philosophy, as well as his expertise in the fields of
Architecture and Engineering, Mr. Font ensures adherence to a prompt turnaround time and close
attention to detail.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Project: Pacific City (Huntington Beacti, CA)
For the Pacific City project, VisionScape Imagery was responsible for crafting twelve (12) Visual
Simulations for a large development effort to be carried out near Huntington Beach's popular Main
Street Promenade. These Visual Simulations were utilized to showcase the intended visual impact of
the sizeable development project which included retail and commercial components, such as retail
shops, condominiums, and a resort. By merging high-resolution digital photography, along with
accurate three-dimensional modeling, GPS data, and a digital landscape concept, VisionScape created
an accurate and photo-realistic view of the Pacific City project as it would appear following construction,
thus enabling concerned citizens and City decision-makers to truly understand the full scope of the
project.
Project: Valencia Town Center (Valencia, CA)
Valencia Town Center was completed for Newhall Land which included the rendering of five (5) Visual
Simulations, as well as a Video Animation of a street scene drive-by. Within the Visual Simulations,
VisionScape demonstrated what visual effect the addition of new buildings, retail stores, and a parking
structure to the existing Valencia shopping center wouid have on the surrounding environment. These
five "before and after" images produced by VisionScape Imagery, along with the animated video
presentation, enabled non-architectural audiences to objectively envision the many design elements of
the project with a sense of scale and space.
JANUARY 19, 2006
PREPARED F C)
City of Cartsbad
Planning Department
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carlsbad, CA 92008
PREPARED B
Dudek & Associates, Inc.
605 Third Street
Encinitas, CA 92024
RECEIVED
JAN 1 9 2006
CITY OF CARLSBAD
PLANNING DEPT
DUDEK
& ASSOCIATES, INC
Pro fessional Teams for Complex Projects
Engineering, Planning,
Environmental Sciences and
Management Services
Corporate Office:
605 Third Street
Encinitas, California 92024
760.942.5147
Fax 760,632,0164
206004-300 January 19, 2006
City of Carlsbad, Planning Department
Ms. Michele Masterson, Management Analyst
1635 Faraday Avenue
Carlsbad, California 92008
Subject: Statennent of Qualifications and Proposal for Preparafion of an
Environmental Impact Report for the Hiltor) Carlsbad Beach Resort Project
and Related Applications (SDP 05-14f CDP 05-43/RP 05-17/MS 05-23)
Dear Ms. Masterson:
Dudek & Associates, Inc. (Dudek) is pleased to present this Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) and
proposal for the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR 05-03) for the Hilton Corlsbod
Beach Resort project and related applications (SDP 05-14/CDP 05-43/RP 05-11/MS 05-23) to the
City of Corlsbad (City). Our SOQ/proposoi includes firm and team qualifications; project experience
and references; project team information, and our project approach as requested in the Request for
Qualifications (RFQ) and Request for Proposals (RFP).
As one of the largest, locally-based public works, environmental sciences, engineering, and
construction services consulting firms, Dudek specializes in providing integrated approaches to ensure
environmental compliance for development projects. Dudek's project team was formed to specifically
respond to the needs of the City to prepare all necessary environmental documentation for the
proposed project, within a schedule that meets the needs of the City and applicant. The Dudek team
offers the City on opportunity to benefit from highly specialized expertise and experience in each of the
issue areas relevant to the project. In addition to our in-house staff, we hove selected Valorie
Thonnpson, Ph.D. (Scientific Resources Associated for air quality; John Cook, RPA (ASM Affiliates, Inc.)
for cultural resources; David Evans, RG, CEG (Geocon) for geology/soils and mineral resource
evaluations; and Erik Ruehr, PE (VRPA Technologies, Inc.) for transportation/circulation. Our whole
team is implementation-oriented and cost-control conscious.
The following key points, related to the Dudek team qualifications and experience, ore detailed in the
Proposal:
• Our projecf team hos extensive knowledge of fhe environmental review process in fhe Cify os
well as fhe potential environmental issues associated with this type of resort developmenf.
• Dudek has experience with similar controversial and complex projecfs in fhe Carlsbad and
coastal North Counfy region and with fhe key environmental issues including land use
compafibility, communify character, visual resources, hydrology/wafer qualify and fraffic.
Ms. Michele iAosferson
Re: Statement of Qualifications and Proposal for Preparation of an Environmental Impact
Report for the Hilton Carlsbad Beach Resort Project and Related Applications (SDP 05-
14/CDP 05-43/RP 05-11 /MS 05-23]
• The Dudek team has produced over 1,000 environmental documents and prides itself on ifs
comprehensiveness of analysis and legal defensibilify of ifs documents. Dudek has been
recognized by fhe Associafion of Environmental Professionals for fhe qualify of our CEQA work
twice within fhe past two years.
• Dudek's in-house technical expertise includes biological resources, agricultural resources,
noise. Phase I assessments/hazardous materials, and hydrology/wafer qualify. This allows us
fo offer fhe Cify economies in coordinafion and EIR preparafion.
• The EIR will be clearly organized and easily read and interpreted by fhe public as well as
agencies and individuals responsible for future developmenf of fhe projecf.
Dudek believes the attributes of our employees ore our greatest asset and we want to share that
wealth of assets with the City by providing the highest quality, most responsive environmental services
available. We welcome your interest in our firm and look forward to fhe opportunity to present our
staff and services for your consideration on this important projecf for the City. Thank you for this
opportunity to submit our SOQ/proposol to the City.
Very truly yours,
DUDEK & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Shown S. Shamlou
Project Manager
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page No.
Section A Firm Qualifications 1
A.l Firm Overview and Qualifications 1
A.2 Subconsultant Qualifications 2
A.S Project Experience and References 3
A.4 Project Team 6
Section B Sciiedule of Completion 9
Section C CostEstmate {underSeparate Covei) 9
Section D Project Approach 9
Appendices
Appendix A Resumes
List of Figures
Figure 1 Project Team Organization 7
Figure 2 Project Schedule 10
Figure 3 Key Environmental Constraints 16
List of Tables
Table 1 Key Personnel 8
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SECTION A FIRM EXPERIENCE
A.l Firm Overview and Qualifications
Dudek is pleased to present this Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) and proposal for the preparation
of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR 05-03) for the Hilton Corlsbod Beach Resort project and
related applications (SDP 05-14/CDP 05-43/RP 05-11/MS 05-23) to the City of Corlsbod (City). We
have selected our team based on our understanding of fhe issues that ore likely to arise during the
preparation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) environmental documentation
process and our extensive knowledge of the local issues and of the study area.
Dudek will serve as the prime consultant, with Shown Shamlou serving as overall project manager.
Mr. Shamlou has over 12 years experience in completing CEQA documentation and has been
responsible for numerous environmental documents evaluating coastal related development and local
projects including the Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan EIR, Encinitas Ranch Specific Plan Amendment
Program EIR, Coral Cove Residential Development EIR, Water and Sewer Master Plan Program EIR
and El Camino Real Rood Widening in Corlsbod. In addition, Mr. Shamlou will be supported by Joe
Monaco, who will provide qualify assurance and control focusing on local planning issues. Mr.
Monaco has over 1 8 years of CEQA documentation experience and through his extensive work in the
City of Carlsbod has on extensive knowledge of the local concerns and issues. To augment our team,
Dudek proposes to use Valorie Thompson, PhD (Scientific Resources Associated - a Caltrans certified
WBE) for air quality; John Cook, RPA (ASM Affiliates, Inc.) for cultural resources; David Evans, RG,
CEG (Geocon) for geology and soils evaluation; and Erik Ruehr, PE (VRPA Technologies) for traffic.
Our project team organization shown in Section 2 {Figure I) of this SOQ and proposal has been
developed to provide a team that will effectively and efficiently address the critical issues associated
with the Hilton Carlsbod Beach Resort project. The project team's knowledge of local planning issues,
regulatory requirements, and the study area places it in a position to fully grasp the impacts that need
to be addressed for this project. Major issues to be addressed in the environmental documentation
include the following:
• Land Use Compatibility issues given the mix of adjacent sensitive land uses and the project's
construction impacts including noise, air quality, and traffic, and known project controversy
• Transportation/Circulation issues related to project access via Ponto Road and increases in
traffic in the vicinity
• Long-term aesthetics, traffic, noise, and air quality issues, especially considering the adjacency
of sensitive residential, campground, train, and CaHsbad Boulevard receptors
• Cumulative impacts and alternatives, especially with regard to the overall Ponto Beachfront
Village Vision Plan
As a local Coastal North County firm with over 25 years experience in the study area, Dudek is very
familiar with the local issues and coastal environment in the project area. Dudek's corporate
headquarters ore located in Encinitas, just 10 minutes from the proposed Hilton Carlsbod Beach
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Resort project site. The key members of the management team live in North Son Diego County which
also provides additional insight to local planning issues. The Dudek team has completed several
projects within the City of CaHsbad and in the project area, providing valuable insight into expected
field conditions. One of Dudek's recent accomplishments is the Final EIR forthe Precise Development
Plan and Desalination Plant EIR.
A.2 Subconsultant Qualifications
Scientific Resources Associated
Scientific Resources Associated (SRA) is a small woman-owned business located in Son Diego,
California. Founded in 1999, SRA specializes in air quality analyses, human health risk assessments,
permitting, and toxics assessments for government, commercial, and industrial clients. SRA has
completed many projects in southern California, including air permitting projects and air quality
assessments under the requirements of CEQA. SRA has also conducted numerous air quality studies
for development projects throughout southern California. SRA is certified by Caltrans as a
disodvantoged/woman-owned business enterprise.
Geocon Incorporated
Geocon Incorporated (Geocon) is a full-service geotechnical and geologic consulting firm that has
been heodquorted in Son Diego since 1971. During that time Geocon has successfully completed
over 10,000 projects for over 2,500 clients in southern California and northern Mexico. These
projects include large-scale land development, high rise structures, schools and highways, bridges,
and dams.
ASM Affiliates, Inc.
ASM Affiliates, Inc. is a CoHsbod-based certified Small Business Enterprise specializing in
archaeological and historical studies for compliance with local, state, and federal environmental
requirements. Since incorporation in 1 977, the firm has successfully completed more than 3,000
cultural resource investigations for both private sector and public agency projects throughout
California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Nevada. Our clients include local, state, and federal agencies,
public utilities, construction and engineering firms, planners and developers. Through teamwork and
close working relations with clients, ASM devises feasible, cost-effective solutions that balance project
requirements with compliance needs. ASM is recognized as a leader in the field of cultural resource
management for the quality of our compliance-oriented research and for our innovative solutions to
complex environmental resource issues. ASM has conducted a number of projects within the City of
CaHsbad for local regulatory agencies and private developers.
VRPA Technologies
VRPA Technologies, Inc. (VRPA) offers comprehensive consulting services throughout the State of
California, other Western States, and the East Coast. Specialized fields of service include
transportation planning/modeling, 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. The staff of VRPA Technologies, Inc. has accumulated over 70 years of
professional planning and engineering experience. VRPA prides itself on a desire to tackle unique
projects from an innovative angle. One such specialized experience is VRPA's unique capability to
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convey technical engineering and planning information to the general public and political
stakeholders. In the area of Current Planning, VRPA has significant experience in the preparation of
zoning and subdivision ordinances, planning procedures, grant proposals, and local CEQA
guidelines. VRPA Technologies, Inc. is a Caltrans and Massachusetts DOT certified Disadvantaged
Business Enterprise (DBE), and is also certified by numerous other State and regional agencies as a
DBE and MBE. Finally, VRPA Technologies, Inc. understands that the ability to respond to the
immediate needs of its clients is often the key to a successful client/consultant relationship, resulting in
viable projects of high quality.
A.3 Project Experience and References
The following samples of work demonstrate Dudek's qualifications and experience to provide
environmental services for the Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort Project. In addition, our subconsultants
experience is also highlighted below.
Dudek & Associates, Inc.
Precise Development Plan and Desalination Plant Environmental impact Report
Dudek prepared on Environmental Impact Report for a
Precise Development Plan (PDP) for the Encina Power
Plant, including the proposed CaHsbad Desalination
Plant. The project consists of land use approvals to
construct and operate an approximately 50 million
gallon per day (MGD) seawater desalination plant and
other appurtenant and ancillary water and support
facilities to produce potable water. The PDP
application was made jointly with Cabrillo Power I
LLC, owner and operator of the Encina Generating
Station. Cabrillo Power is a co-applicant because the desalination plant would depend on the
cooling water discharge from the power plant as a source for intake water, and also would depend on
the power plant to supply electricity to run the water filtration pumps.
Reference
City of Carlsbad, Scott Donnell, Senior Planner
(760) 602-4618
Project Team
Joe Monaco: Project Manager
Shawn Shamlou: Environmental Planner
Mark McGinnis: GIS Specialist
Primary environmental issues associated with the project include the impact of the concentrate
discharge from the desalination plant on marine organisms, since the discharge contains twice the salt
content as seawater. The EIR addressed the impacts on terrestrial biological resources associated with
the pipelines that are proposed to distribute the water to end users. In addition to biological
considerations, other issues addressed include the project's relationship to land use and planning, air
quality impacts, aesthetic impacts, geology and soils, hydrology, cultural resources, noise traffic and
utilities. The potential for the project to hove growth inducing impacts was also addressed, as it
represents an augmentation to existing water supplies. The EIR addressed project alternatives,
including water conservation programs, alternative sites, and alternative project components, such as
different scenarios for intake and discharge. Numerous issues that were raised during the NOP
review period were addressed in the EIR. Central to many of the concerns raised was the relationship
of the project to the continued operation of the power plant and any existing impacts that result from
power plant operation. The EIR carefully addressed all of the concerns raised by the permitting
agencies, environmental organizations and the public.
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Encinitas Ranch Specific Plan Amendment Program EIR
The subject of a highly controversial Program EIR is on
approximately 68-acre sife owned by the Paul Ecke family,
located in the Encinitas Ranch Specific Plan's East Saxony
Planning Area in the Leucadia community of Encinitas. Since
1 923, the site has been used for agricultural purposes, mainly
for growing poinsettias. The project site includes 1 2 single-
family residences and greenhouse structures that are used for
flower cultivation activities. The proposed SPA would result in
an amendment to the Encinitas Ranch Specific Plan to change
the 68-acre East Saxony Planning area's existing agricultural
Reference
City of Encinitas, Scott Vurbeff.
Environmental Review Coordinator
(760) 633-2692
Project Team
Shawn Shamlou: Project Manager
Mike Komula: Noise
Nicole Peacock: Hazardous Matenals
Anita Hayworth, PhD: Biology
Valone Thompson, PhD: Air Quality
Dave Evans: Geotechnical Study
zoning to include two new land uses: a 2.5-acre public park,
and a maximum of 201 various residential uses on 38 acres. The remaining 20 acres would remain
in agriculture (greenhouses), which were proposed to be modernized as port of the SPA project.
Dudek prepared two screencheck EIRs in close coordination
with the City for the project prior to November 2005 ballot
vote against the project. The screencheck EIR carefully
addressed all of the concerns raised by the permitting
agencies, environmental organizations and the public for one
of the lost large-scale residential housing proposals in the City
of Encinitas. Key issues included loss of agriculture,
community character, land use, traffic, noise, hazardous
materials, historical resources, and hydrology.
Otay Ranch Village 11 Second Tier EIR, Brookfield Shea Otay LLC
Dudek provided technical support and document preparation
assistance to the City of Chula Vista in evaluating revisions to
the General Development Plon/Subregionol Plan for the Otay
Ranch project and environmental analysis for development of
the Village 11 Sectional Planning Area (SPA) Plan. The
proposed SPA plan involved development of an approximately
500-acre site in the eastern portion of the Otay Valley Parcel of
Otay Ranch. The EIR analysis included an extensive review and
evaluation of the Program (Tier I) EIR and subsequent EIRs that
had changed the baseline for analysis. The EIR analysis included extensive discussion of biological
issues, as the SPA plan is proposed adjacent to a highly sensitive area of the MSCP Preserve. In
addition, Dudek conducted biological surveys, including vegetation and wetland mapping and surveys
for sensitive species, including listed species such as California gnatcatcher, least Bell's vireo, Quino
checkerspot butterfly and Otay tarplant. Dudek assisted Brookfield Shea Otay LLC in securing permits
for impacts to wetlands and endangered species. Dudek also developed mitigation plans and is
providing ongoing mitigation and construction monitoring.
Reference
Brookfield Shea Otay LLP
John Norman
(858) 481-8500
Project Team
Joe Monaco: Project Manager
Mike Komula: Noise
Vipul Joshi: Biologist
Shorn Miller: Permitting
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Reference
Stonegate Merriam Mountains, LLC
Joseph L. Pernng - Proiect Manager
(949) 367-9400
Project Team
Elizabeth Candela: Project Manager
Shorn Miller: Senior Biologist
Mike Komula: Acoustician
Valorie Thompson, PhD: Air Quality
Merriam Specific Plan EIR, Stonegate Development
Dudek is currently providing environmental services to Stonegate
Development for a proposed planned community in the Merriam
Mountains area of the County of San Diego. The approximately
2,300-acre site is located in the northwest quadrant of the I-l 5/
Deer Springs Rood interchange, within the County's Twin Oaks
Valley and Bonsall community planning areas. The site is
proposed to be developed with approximately 2,100 units. Key
issues to be addressed in the EIR include land use (particularty
the relationship of the project to the County's current General
Plan update), landform alteration/visual quality (particulariy with respect to the County's Resource
Protection Ordinance - RPO), cultural resources related to sites found to be significant per CEQA and
RPO, and biology (particularly the relationship of the project to the County's proposed North County
MSCP amendment). The Plan Amendment Application (PAA) for
the project has been approved by the County, and the Specific
Plan Application is currently under review. Dudek has prepared
and submitted the Resource Protection Study to the County
pursuant to RPO, along with the Application for Environmental
Initial Study (AEIS). Dudek will be responsible for preparation
and processing of all CEQA documentation for the project as
well OS assisting the applicant in addressing biological issues
and permit strategies.
Subconsultants
Scientific Resources Associated - Carlsbad Desalination Plant, City of Carlsbad
SRA prepared the Air Quality Analysis for the proposed Carlsbad Desalination Plant EIR. The analysis
included evaluating impacts associated with construction and operation of the plant, including fugitive
dust, construction equipment exhaust, emissions from truck trips and worker commutes, and emissions
from plant operations.
Geocon Consultants Inc. - Aventine, La Jolla
The Aventine is a 1 2-acre business/retail complex in the Golden Triangle. It includes a 1 2-story office
building, a six-story office building, a 10-story hotel, several detached restaurant structures, and a
large underground parking garage. This project proposed to set very large structural loads on a
previously graded site with areas of deep fill. It therefore required a deep foundation system with on
unusually high bearing capacity. Geocon's experience with deep fills enabled Geocon to alert the
client to potential problems caused by different fill levels settling at different rates. In addition, the
multi-level underground parking garage required high basement walls. To obtain maximum bearing
capacity, Geocon carried out Son Diego's first full-scale, deep foundation load testing. To do this,
Geocon constructed sample foundations over reaction piers, onto which horizontal beams were
lowered. An enormous jack then placed up to 400 tons of pressure on the beams until the foundation
failed. Geocon tested both end bearing and friction in the drilled steel/concrete piers and was able to
provide the structural engineer with extremely high capacities. In addition, fhe test locations could be
reused for actual pier supports.
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ASM Affiliates, Inc. - Robertson Ranch Project, City of Carlsbad
ASM performed a third-party review of the cultural resource issues related to the Robertson Ranch
project in order to identify any flaws and inadequacies in the findings, analysis, and conclusions. This
consisted of a thorough review of previous reports and site records, a field reconnaissance to examine
the sites, an evaluation of the significance criteria used to assess eligibility to the California Register of
Historic Resources, the impact assessment, and appropriateness of the mitigation recommendations.
The letter report described ASM's findings and provided recommendations regarding the need for
further study for CEQA compliance.
The project property had been the subject of five cultural resource investigations since the late 1 970s.
During a focused study of the Robertson Ranch property, a total of six prehistoric archaeological sites
and one historic resource, the Kelly Ranch House, were evaluated as significant per City guideiines
and CRHR criteria for eligibility. ASM recommended mitigation of impacts for all of these, ranging
from avoidance and preservation to data recovery; monitoring during grading was also
recommended.
VRPA Technologies, Inc. - Robertson Ranch Traffic Impact Analysis, City of Carlsbad
VRPA Technologies conducted a peer review of a traffic impact analysis for a large mixed-use
development in the City of Corlsbod. The Robertson Ranch project was important to the City of
Carlsbad because it was one of the lost large undeveloped parcels in the City. A traffic impact
analysis was prepared for the project by a traffic consultant working for the project applicant. VRPA
worked as on extension of staff to the City to ensure that the traffic impact analysis met City, regional,
and State standards for traffic studies. Key issues in the traffic analysis included use of SANDAG's
new North County Combined traffic model, congestion management analysis, future intersection
mitigation analysis, and analysis of project impacts on freeway romp meters.
During the course of this work, VRPA worked as a subconsultant to BRG, Inc., the planning consultant
responsible for preparing the City's EIR for the project. VRPA worked with BRG to ensure that the
traffic impact analysis met the requirements of CEQA.
A.4 Project Team
Project Organization
The proposed project team organization for the Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort project is illustrated in
Figure 1. Table 1 summarizes individual team member qualifications that will have a major
commitment to this assignment. Dudek will serve as the prime consultant, with Shawn Shamlou
serving as overall project manager. As described previously, to augment our team, Dudek proposes
to use David Evans (Geocon) for geology and soils evaluation, John Cook (ASM Affiliates, Inc.) for
cultural resources; Valorie Thompson, Ph.D. (Scientific Resources Associated) for air quality and Erik
Ruehr (VRPA Technologies) for traffic.
Key Personnel
The individuals listed in Table 1 comprise those who will be responsible for the majority of the work.
Detailed resumes for all individuals listed in Figure I are provided in Appendix A of this SOQ and
proposal, which provide information on each team member's education and relevant project
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experience. After each firm name is the office location where each individual will conduct their
portion of the work effort.
As project manager, Shawn Shamlou will sen/e as the team's principal point-of-contact to the City's
project management and staff, and will be responsible for providing environmental sen/ices required
in support of preparing the environmental documentation. Mr. Shamlou will be directly responsible
for assigning the appropriate team members and resources to deliver required environmental support
services to the City. He will also oversee production of deliverables, will develop project work plans;
manage field staff and resources; attend all project meetings and public hearings; communicate and
coordinate with the project team and the City; manage costs and schedules; and oversee all
subcontractors.
Figure 1: Project Team Organization
OF CARLSBAD
Westman,
Karen Mendentiall, BS
Elizabetti Doalson, BA
Paul Caliguiri, AA
TKHMCAL SUPPORT
AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES
Stiawn Stiamlou, MA
BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Vipul Joslii. BS
Anita Hayworth, PhO
Sherri Miller, MS
HYDROLOGY & mTER QUALITY HAZARDOUS MATBOALS
Derek Reed, PE
Ni(X}le Peacock, PE
NOISE
Mike Komula, MSc
AIR QUALITY
Valorie Thompson, PhD
SosnttJc RssomasAssocMed
(WBE)
CULTURAL RESOURCES
John Cook, RPA
ASMAffOiates, Inc
GEOLOGY/ SOILS/MINERAL RESOURCES
David Evans, RG, CEG
Geocon Inc.
TRANSPORTATION/CIRCUUTION
Erik Ruehr, PE
(MBE)
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The project manager and management team was selected from a core group of senior planners/local
specialists committed to this assignment, including QA/QC personnel. Also available to our core
team are Dudek's total local resources of over 120 personnel. Below are brief resume summaries of
key management personnel committed to this project. Detailed resumes for all key team members
con be found in Appendix A.
TABLE 1: KEY PERSONNEL
Dudek & Associates, Inc. (Encinitas)
Stiawn Shamlou, M.A. 12 Project Manager
Joe Monaco, M.A., AICP 18 QA/QC - Local Issues
Vipul Joshi, B.S. 7 Task Leader, Biological Resources
Anita Hayworth, Pti.D. 26 Biological Resources
Karen Mendenhall, B.S. 3 Environmental Planner
Elizabeth Doalson, B.A. 5 Environmental Planner
Sherri Miller, M.A. 11 Botanist
Mike Komula, M.S. 20 Noise Study
Mark McGinnis, B.S. 5 GIS Specialist
Nicole Peacock, P.E. 8 Hazardous Materials
Derek Reed, P.E. 13 Task Leader: Hazardous Materials/Hydrology/Water Quality
Scientific Resources Associated (San Diego)
Valorie Thompson, Ph.D. 16 Task Leader, Air Quality
ASM Affiliates, Inc. (San Diego)
John Cook, RPA 25 Task Leader, Cultural Resources
Geocon Consultants (San Diego)
David Evans, RG, CEG 18 Task Leader, Geology and Soils
VRPA Technologies (San Diego)
Erik Ruehr, M.S., PE, 22 Task Leader, Traffic Report review
Jeff Stine 16 Transportation Planner
Shown Shamlou, M.A. - Project Role: Project Manager
Mr. Shamlou has 1 2 years experience in the public and private
sectors. Mr. Shamlou has gained a thorough understanding
of CEQA and NEPA compliance processes through his
involvement on environmental compliance projects. A
specialist in land use planning and infrastructure projects, he
has conducted extensive research and assisted in the
preparation of EISs, EIRs, EAs, ISs, Coastal Consistency
Determinations, specific plans, and master plans.
Education
M.A.. Geography, Syracuse University,
(1995)
B.A,, Geography, San Diego State
University, (1993)
Professional Affiliations
> Association of Environmental
Professionals (AEP), Board Member
1997 - 2001
Years of Experience: 12
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Relevant Experience
• Project Manager - Encinitas Ranch Specific Plan Amendment Program EIR, City of Encinitas
• Project Manager - Coral Cove Residential EIR, City of Encinitas
• Project Manager - City of CaHsbad Water and Sewer Master Plans Program EIR
Joseph Monaco, A.I.C.P. - Project Role: Quaiity Assurance/Quolity Control
Mr. Monaco has 18 years of professional environmental
planning experience, in both the public and private sector.
Mr. Monaco previously served as Planning and Environmental
Manager for six years within the City of Chula Vista
Community Development Department. He specializes in
preparing environmental reports and documentation in
accordance with the CEQA and NEPA, as well as Habitat
Conservation Planning documents, permit documents and
other planning and environmental studies and reports.
Education
M,C P., San Diego State University,
(2001)
^ B,A Geography/Business Emphasis.
University of California, Los Angeles,
(1983)
Professional Affiliations
-v' American Institute of Certified Planners
^ American Planning Association
-V Association of Environmental
Professionals, Past President - San
Diego Chapter Relevant Experience
• Project Manager - City of CaHsbad Precise Development
Plan and Desalination Plant EIR
• Project Manager - City of CaHsbad As-Needed Contract 2000-2003
• Project Manager - City of Chula Vista Midbayfront Local Coastal Plan Amendment
Years of Experience: 11
SECTION B SCHEDULE
The schedule outlined on the following page has been developed based on notice to proceed for the
project being issued on March 6, 2006. Dudek commits to meeting the schedule outlined below,
provided that project information and City and Applicant review turnaround times meet the schedule
milestones. Dudek is prepared to begin work immediately upon receipt of the notice to proceed and
we hove the staff immediately available to commit to this project. Dudek is open to negotiating
changes as required to the preliminary schedule shown below to meet the needs of the City.
SECTION C COST ESTIMATE
As requested in the RFQ/RFP, Dudek has submitted the project cost estimate under separate cover.
SECTION D PROJECT APPROACH
This section provides Dudek's understanding of the proposed Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort project,
our general approach to CEQA documentation, and our detailed approach to key environmental
issues associated with the development of the project.
Project Understanding
Dudek's understanding of the project forms the basis for our approach to the preparation of CEQA
documents for the Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort project, and we have based our project
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Environmental Impact Report Draft Schedule
ID Task Name
EIR PROCESSING
EIR Kick-off Meeting
Consultant Research and Review/Prepares IS and Drafts NOP
City Reviews Draft IS and NOP/Consultant Revises
Consultant Finalizes NOP & Distributes
NOP Review Period (30 calendar days)
Prepare Technical Studies/Conduct 3rd Party Review of Existing Technical Studies
Prepare 1st Screencheck EIR
City Reviews 1st Screencheck EIR
Consultant Revises and Submits 2nd Screencheck EIR (8 week schedule assumes no substar
City Reviews 2nd Screencheck EIR
Final Edits and Prepare NOA and Document for Public Review
Draft EIR Public Review (45 calendar days)
Preparation of 1st Screencheck Final EIR Including Responses to Comments/Findings/SOCs
City Reviews 1st Screencheck Final EIR
Consultant Revises and Submits 2nd Screencheck Final EIR
City Reviews 2nd Screencheck Final EIR
Production of Final EIR
Planning Commission Hearing
City Council Hearing/El R Certification
Duration
322 days
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understanding on previous CEQA documents and related projects; a site visit on January 16*^• internet
research; and in-house biological, land use, noise, and agricultural data.
The approximately 8-acre project site is located within the Local Facilities Management Zone 22 and
the South CaHsbad Coastal Redevelopment Plan area, south of Ponto Road and immediately east of
CaHsbad Boulevard. Access to the site is provided by Ponto Rood. The site is located west of the San
Diego Northern Railroad (SDNR) tracks, and north of Ponto Drive. Single-family residential (Hanover
Beach Colony) and mobile home residential (Lakeshore Gardens) uses are located to the north and
west of the site, respectively. Industrial and commercial uses such as Seacrest Kennels, Estate
Antiques, an air conditioning service, Ponto Storage, an auto repair yard, and a sheet metal shop are
located immediately adjacent to the site. West of CaHsbad Boulevard is South CaHsbad State Beach
and Campground. Vacant open space (port of the future Vision Plan development) exists to the south,
and east ofthe SDNR train tracks ore single-family homes.
The project would include a 215-room hotel and parking structure on the eastern end ofthe property,
12,820 square feet of meeting space, a restaurant, and spa. The main hotel would be one story at
the northern end, adjacent to the Hanover Beach Colony residential development, increasing to the
south to 0 maximum of three stories. A public pedestrian trail along CaHsbad Boulevard and public
snack bar/cafe ore also proposed.
The CaHsbad General Plan designation for the site is Medium-High Residential (8-15
du/ac)/Travel/Recreation Commercial (RMH/TR) and Travel Recreation Commercial (TR) on the
northern 1.5 acres of the site. For zoning, the site is designated Commercial Tourist-Qualified
Development OveHoy/Residential Density-Multiple- Qualified Development OveHoy (CT-Q/RDM-Q)
with the northernmost 1.5-acre parcel zoned CT-Q.
One key challenge to be addressed in the environmental review process will be convey to the public
and reviewing agencies that the Hilton project is separate from the Vision Plan Program EIR. Dudek
understands that the City is simultaneously preparing a Program EIR for the overall Ponto Beachfront
Village Vision Plan and three associated projects. The Village Plan is to guide the overall
development with the 130-acre Vision Plan area as on active pedestrian, bicycle-oriented, and mixed-
use area with a village atmosphere. Of the 130 acres, 50 acres ore considered viable for
redevelopment. The Vision Plan and the March 2005 Initial Study and Mitigated Negative
Declaration (MND) were the subject of controversy in the summer of 2005 as the public desired an
EIR for the entire project be prepared.
Three of the four larger projects within the Vision Plan will also be addressed in a separate Program
EIR. The Hilton applicant has submitted on individual project application, and therefore the project
will not be addressed as a project in the Vision Plan Program EIR. The City has determined that the
proposed project may result in significant environmental effects. As a result, the City has determined
that on EIR should be prepared in order to analyze potential environmental impacts that would result
from the proposed actions. Notably, the Hilton project boundary is situated within the Vision Plan
area, and Dudek wili therefore work with the City and its environmental consultant as necessary to
ensure that the discussion and analysis of the project site is consistent in both EIRs,
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The following discretionary actions and/or approvals will be addressed in the Hilton project EIR: a
Site Development Plan (SDP), Redevelopment Permit (RP), Coastal Development Permit (CDP), and
Tentative Parcel Mop (MS).
Dudek also understands that several previous technical reports studies have been recently completed
that address the project and project vicinity, which ore listed in detail in the RFP. As requested in the
RFP, Dudek and our subconsultant team will conduct third-party reviews of existing technical reports
and will prepare new technical reports as needed. As such, to the extent feasible, Dudek will rely on
relevant data from these technical reports and third-party reviews to frame the CEQA analysis.
Dudek understands the high degree of public controversy surrounding the project as evidenced in the
comment letters on the Vision Plan MND and local newspaper articles from the summer of 2005. The
previous project has elicited strong interest and participation by members of the community and the
EIR is anticipated to be a focal point for community interest and participation. Therefore, preparation
of 0 complete, comprehensive, legally-defensible EIR is on important objective ofthe overall project.
Public groups including adjacent homeowners (Lakeshore Gardens, Son Pacifico, PontoAction.com
and Surfrider Foundation) ore anticipated to be key stakeholders in the CEQA process. Dudek would
work with the City to develop a public scoping program to solicit community concerns during the
Notice of Preparation and Draft EIR stages. Dudek worked closely with the City and Caltrans during
this phase during the Rancho Santa Fe Rood Widening and Bridge Replacement EIR and EA and
coordinated extensively with Caltrans and federal resources agencies throughout that environmental
documentation process. Dudek is also working very closely with the City and private applicant in
preparation for public hearings on the CaHsbad Precise Development Plan and Desalination project,
a project which has encountered substantial controversy related to coastal issues.
Quality Assurance/Quality Control Program
Dudek understands the high level of scrutiny the EIR for the Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort will receive,
and as such, we would consider this to be a high priority project that would receive careful review for
quality control, completeness and adequacy. Detailed communication - including responses to all
City inquiries via email or phone in a timely fashion - will be evidence of our prioritization. The
Dudek team is built upon the efficient use of resources, pre-planning, attention to detail and effective
and frequent communication. This strategy, coupled with working closely with City project manager
Christer Westman, as well as other key City staff, will assure that EIR will meet the City's needs,
schedule, and budget. Key to our commitment to the project is use of Quality Assurance/Quality
Control (QA/QC) for all deliverables, including environmental documents and notices, technical
studies, and memoranda.
Dudek's primary business revolves around complex environmental and engineering studies related to
development projects and the management of natural resources. Inherent in this business is the need
to produce high quality written and graphic materials to document analytical procedures and results
of studies. To provide the highest technical quality of our deliverables, the Dudek team has
developed and adopted a formal QA/QC program that is applied to all ofthe firm's activities.
The fundamental objectives of Dudek's general QA/QC program ore to moke certain that our work
products fulfill each project's statement of work requirements, and also meet the specific and unique
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needs of the City. The QA/QC responsibility has been assigned to Joe Monaco, AICP with his
extensive knowledge of the local environment. Mr. Monaco is a senior project manager in Dudek's
Environmental Sciences Division, and would review each deliverable for conformance to task
requirements and Dudek standards. Among other projects Mr. Monaco is currently managing the
City's Precise Development Plan and Desalination project, and has 18 years of experience in
overseeing controversial projects in Son Diego. In reviewing the CEQA document, Mr. Monaco will
focus on meeting the requirements of CEQA, thoroughly addressing local CaHsbad issues, and
ensuring comprehensive analysis of biological resources/habitat planning. Review of interim
deliverables by the project team task leaders and technical advisor/peer reviewer would ensure
technical merit and satisfaction of work order requirements.
Figure 1 illustrates the relationship of the QA/QC function to our proposed organization for this
contract. As shown the peer reviewer will service in an offline, advisory capacity to the designated
project team. This organizational structure has been formed to provide the peer reviewer with the
independence, freedom, and authority to effectively assess and control the quality of the
documentation.
Cost Control
The key to cost control is the ability to track schedules and costs to accurately forecast cost and
schedule performance. This facilitates eoHy recognition and resolution of potential problems. Dudek
has established procedures for financial forecasting and has successfully implemented on automated
and integrated cost and schedule control system that will serves as on effective management tool for
the project. The key elements of program control include:
• Weekly Cost Status: A weekly determination of actual costs incurred in the current week and
cumulative costs to date for the project.
• Critical Path Analysis: A determination of critical path status for each task to ensure optimal
use of resources and eoHy implementation of corrective actions.
• Technical Status: A monthly status report on the technical progress and deliverable submittal
schedule for the project.
Dudek's project manager will use these tools to moke sure the project is progressing on time and
within budget. Monthly status reports con be prepared upon the City's request and may include
information on negotiated project budget and costs invoiced to date, remaining dollars forecast to
complete each task, estimated dote of task completion, and projected variance between the estimated
cost to complete each task the task budget.
Additionally, we believe that the establishment of open, honest, lines of communication between
Dudek and the City will minimize problems, facilitate rapid problem identification and resolution, and
result in increased cost savings.
Approach Overview
Dudek's overall approach to obtaining CEQA compliance for the project consists of the several key
tasks as described below.
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Initial Study
Dudek will review the Initial Study (IS) prepared by the City for the Vision Plan and prepare a new IS for use
with the project Notice of Preparation (NOP). Dudek proposes preparation of a new IS based on the fact
that the Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort is a specific project that has more detail, as opposed to information
that was available for the Vision Plan IS. An NOP will be prepared including supporting graphics. Dudek
will also attend one public scoping meeting on the project as indicated in the RFP.
Preparation of Technical Studies and Third-Party Reviews
Dudek will prepare several stand-alone technical reports as port of the CEQA process, including
reports for agricultural resources, air quality, hazardous materials, and hydrology/water quality. In
addition, third-party review of existing studies for biological resources, cultural resources,
geology/soils, mineral resources, noise, and transportation/circulation. The studies are described
more fully later in this SOQ/proposal.
Preparation of EIR
The EIR would address the potential environmental impacts of the Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort
project. The EIR would serve as an information document for use by the general public, the lead
agency, and responsible and interested agencies in evaluating the effects of the project. It would also
be utilized in the future by the City in its subsequent environmental permitting. Our work plan is
designed to provide a legally defensible EIR, with accompanying technical studies. The technical
studies and third-party reviews would be prepared to simultaneously satisfy CEQA requirements for the
City. We understand that the project's relationship to the overall Vision Plan and its Program EIR
needs to be cleoHy identified and conveyed in the Hilton EIR and related documents.
Our project approach addresses several problems and issues common to the preparation and
processing of environmental documentation including: 1) need for eoHy scoping and project
definition; 2) need for defensible database; 3) need for consistent analysis approach; and 4) need for
compliance with required procedures and legally defensible environmental review process. The
approach emphasizes a close working relationship with City staff, and eoHy scoping and project
definition along with compliance with appropriate environmental regulations including CEQA, the
Federal Clean Water Act, the Federal Endangered Species Act, California Fish and Game Code, the
National Historic Preservation Act and other applicable statutes and regulations. The approach is
based on using previous environmental documentation to the maximum extent feasible and consists of
four major components as described below.
1. Project Scoping:
- Meet with lead agency staff to further define scope/issues
Project definition and relationship to CEQA and overall Vision Plan CEQA processing
Identification of roles and responsibilities
- Verification of environmental documentation requirements: IS and EIR
- Discussion of critical scheduling parameters and budget requirements
- Obtain analysis input parameters (i.e., tentative parcel map, project design, site
parameters, surrounding vicinity)
- Confirm probable environmental concerns and applicable regulations
- Develop an analysis approach that best deals with identified concerns
Determine whether additional alternatives need to be addressed
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2. Environmental Documentation
- Prepare project description and IS
- Public Scoping (NOP and public scoping meeting)
- Obtain available environmental resource data and technical reports
- Determine data adequacy and conduct third-party reviews
- Implement supplemental data collection in compliance with appropriate
environmental regulations, if necessary
- Assemble data to be used in analysis
Establish impact significance criteria to be used
- Analyze impacts for all alternatives
Determine requirements for mitigation
- Identify methods to evaluate mitigation effectiveness
- Compile analysis documentation into appropriate CEQA format for lead agency
review
3. Document Processing
- Obtain other responsible/reviewing agencies and public comments
- Prepare responses that adequately address concerns raised
- Prepare final CEQA document
4. Decision Making
Prepare Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
- Assist in preparation of appropriate documentation as required (Notice of
Determination, Findings, and Statement of Overriding Considerations if necessary).
Meetings
As specified in the RFP, Dudek will participate in up to twelve (12) project meetings, including
providing environmental presentation support at up to three (3) public hearings. Dudek views these
meetings as critical in coordinating and resolving issues and maintaining project momentum.
Key Environmental Issues and Related Studies
Our approach to the following key environmental issues is described beiow. Refer to Figure 3 which
identifies environmental constraints and issues known to date based on previous analyses and in-
house Dudek data.
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Figure 3: Key Environmental Constraints
Aesthetics
This section will include a detailed evaluation of the project components that may have on effect on
landform, community character, and views of the project from adjacent areas and sensitive receptors.
Information that will be used to evaluate visual impacts of the project, including the mass and scale of
the project and architectural design, includes data from the site plan, available information from the
project applicant, landscape elements, and other major physical elements that will hove high visual
prominence, such as signage. Dudek will conduct field investigations and analyze the project's
visibility, view corridors, and likelihood of project elements contrasting with existing visual quality and
community character. Key sensitive receptors to be analyzed include adjacent residential uses, train
riders, visitors to South CaHsbad State Beach and Campground, and travelers along CaHsbad
Boulevard.
To assist in evaluating visual impacts of the project, Dudek will create three photographic simulations
of proposed facilities for the Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort project. The 3d simulations will include
existing site photographs as backgrounds and true scale 3d models for the proposed facilities
rendered into the background photos. The final renderings will include the proposed final grade and
3d shapes representing the overall dimensions ofthe proposed structures. Photorealistic buildings can
be modeled at on additional cost. It is assumed that AutoCAD drawings will be submitted to Dudek
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for these facilities. These drawings will include architectural floor plans, roof plans, elevations,
existing topography, and proposed grading plans. Contours in these drawings will be assumed to be
at their true elevation. The significance of visual changes will be based to the extent feasible on
conformance with the City General Plan, LCP, and Zoning Ordinance.
Agricultural Resources
The approximately 8-acre project site consists mostly of disturbed or developed land. However, the
northern parcel of the project site is located within the Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan area and the
Mello II Segment of the LCP, although agricultural activities have not occurred on the site in over 20 years.
Dudek will employ the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment (LESA) Model
prepared by the State Department of Conservation (1 997), which is a point-based approach for rating
the relative importance of agricultural land resources based upon specific measurable features. The
LESA model is identified in Appendix G of the CEQA Guidelines as an optional methodology for
addressing impacts to farmland and agricultural resources. The LESA method was developed by the
DOC, intended to provide CEQA lead agencies with on optional methodology to ensure that
significant effects on the environment of agricultural land conversions ore quantitatively and
consistently considered in the environmental review process (Public Resources Code Section 21095).
The LESA worksheets will be completed and included as an appendix to the EIR.
A discussion and analysis ofthe region and site's water supply, climate, soils, local agricultural setting,
and post and present agricultural production will also be presented, as will the relevant General Plan
and Specific Plan policies related to agricultural conversion.
As noted in the 2005 Vision Plan MND, no significant impacts to agricultural resources (i.e., no
impacts to Prime Farmland or other designated farmland or to any Williamson Act contracts) would
result with implementation of the Vision Plan project. However, some of the Hilton site lies within Map
X of the Mello II Segment of the City's Local Coastal Program (LCP). The MND states that loss of
agricultural land within the coastal zone would be a significant impact but would be mitigated to less
than significant with compliance with the Mello II agricultural conversion requirements. Mitigation
measures will be developed with input from the City in conformance with the agricultural conversion
requirements of the Mello II Segment (porticuloHy Policy 2-1).
Air Quality
Dudek has included Scientific Resources Associated (SRA) on our team to conduct an air quality
analysis in compliance with CEQA requirements. SRA will estimate the emissions associated with the
construction phase of the project. The emissions estimates will be based on information provided by
the City of CoHsbod/the project developer with regard to construction requirements, and/or will be
developed based on standardized approaches as presented in the South Coast Air Quality
Management District's (SCAQMD's) CEQA Air Quality Handbook for construction of residence/hotel
facilities. SRA will utilize the California Air Resources Board's OFFROAD emission factors to estimate
emissions from construction equipment. SRA will then evaluate the significance of the emissions
based on significance criteria developed by the City of CaHsbad or other appropriate criteria such as
those adopted by the Son Diego Air Pollution Control District. Where required, SRA will evaluate
mitigation measures to reduce potential impacts associated with construction. This assessment will
address criteria pollutant impacts.
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Operational impacts associated with the project would mainly include increases in traffic,
landscaping, and energy use. SRA assumes that the traffic analysis prepared for the project will
provide estimates of the number of trips generated by the project, and will evaluate whether the
project would lead to substantial reductions in public roadway level of service (LOS) at nearby
intersections. Based on the traffic analysis, SRA will evaluate whether traffic associated with the project
could lead to potential exposure of sensitive receptors to substantial concentrations of air emissions.
SRA proposes only to address CO "hot spots" in a qualitative manner unless increases in traffic
associated with the project would result in a decrease in LOS to E or worse. In that event, SRA will
conduct a CO "hot spots" evaluation for the affected intersection. SRA assumes that the CO "hot
spots" evaluation will be required for one intersection in the project vicinity in developing our cost
estimate. The Air Quality Site Assessment report will be summarized in the EIR section and will be
included as on appendix to the EIR.
Biological Resources
Dudek will provide biological resources review and analysis for the proposed project such that all
potential impacts and appropriate mitigation is identified. Dudek shall conduct up to two reviews of
the Existing Biological Conditions Report and Wetlands Delineation Report provided by the City,
including on evaluation ofthe methodologies and conclusions. Dudek shall evaluate potential project
impacts to identified and potentially occurring biological resources utilizing GIS software, the site
development plan, and existing conditions information provided by the existing reports. The site
development plan shall include all offsite infrastructure improvements, proposed trail system, brush
management zones, allowable land uses, etc. in order to fully account for short- and long-term
potential direct and indirect impacts. Dudek assumes that only a single version of the site
development plan will be analyzed. Indirect impacts may include modification of hydrology or
introduction of pollutants which may affect water quality within adjacent waterbodies and wetlands
including Batiquitos Lagoon and the Pacific Ocean. Dudek will review proposed short-term
construction BMPs and long-term permanent BMPs for adequate control of storm water pollutants and
minimization of hydrological disturbance. Cumulative impacts to biological resources shall be
addressed through preparation of on HMP Consistency Analysis, to be prepared by Dudek, for the
proposed project. Dudek will work with the City to identify appropriate mitigation measures that
would reduce all impacts to below a level of significance.
Cultural Resources
Dudek has included ASM Affiliates, Inc. (ASM) on our project team to perform a third-party review of
the cultural resource report prepared by Recon on June 17, 2003 to identify any flaws or
inadequacies in the analysis and conclusions. ASM will complete any additional analysis deemed
necessary and will provide a report on the additional findings for incorporation into the EIR. Analysis
may include the preparation of a formal records search with the Son Diego Museum of Man and
survey of the approximately 8-acre project area. The need for additional testing shall also be
evaluated. ASM will identify the criteria used to determine significance, identify impacts resulting from
the project, make recommendations for mitigation of those impacts, and identify any impacts that may
remain after implementation of the recommended mitigation measures. All work will be conducted in
accordance with the City's 1 990 Cultural Resource Guidelines.
The project does not specially require Native American consultation per NAHC Tribal Consultation
Guidelines; however, ASM recommends that they conduct informal consultations for the project to
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identify any traditional cultural properties that may be affected by the project and any Native American
concerns regarding the proiect. Consultation will entail a search of files with the Native American
Heritage Commission to identify previously recorded traditional cultural properties or areas of Native
American heritage significance and direct consultation with tribal representatives that may have
knowledge of such sites within the project area.
Geology/Soils and Mineral Resources
Dudek has included of Geocon, Inc. on our project team to conduct a third-party review of the
geotechnical documents prepared for the Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort. Geocon will evaluate the
analysis and conclusions in the reports provided by the City and evaluate the adequacy of the impact
analysis. In addition, based on available geotechnical information they will analyze the potential for
groundwater impacts to the proposed project, roads, and structures. Based on analysis in the Vision
Plan MND, Geocon will provide a letter report that will describe the site soil and geologic site
conditions and identify any flows or inadequacies in the analysis and conclusions. The letter report
will be included as on appendix to the EIR.
Hazards/Hazardous Materials
As the subject property is undeveloped and was historically used for agricultural uses, which typically
includes the use of pesticides and fertilizers, Dudek proposes to conduct a Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment (ESA) for the property according to the guidelines in ASTM Standard E 1527-05. The
investigation for the site will consist of a Phase I site assessment report, including a computerized
database search of regulatory agency records to see if there are currently, or were previously, any
reports of hazardous materials contamination or usage at the site or contamination at other sites
within the search radius, a review of appropriate regulatory agency files, a review of historical aerial
photographs and topographic mops, a review of available Sanborn fire insurance mops, a review of
high pressure gas transmission lines in the vicinity of the site, on interview with the current owner(s) or
representative(s), and a site inspection.
If the findings of the Phase I report indicate a potential impact of hazardous wastes or materials on the
subject property, the report will also contain recommendations for further work related to additional
sampling, mitigation, and/or human health risk analyses.
In addition, based on flight path data from McClellan Palomar Airport Comprehensive Land Use Plan,
Dudek will evaluate the potential for airport overflight over the project site. According to the original
Comprehensive Land Use Plan for McClellan-Palomar Airport (SANDAG 1994) and Vision Plan
MND, the project site is located outside of the Airport Influence Area and Flight Activity Zone as it is
located approximately 2.5 miles southwest of the airport. In 2003, the Son Diego County Regional
Airport Authority (SDCRAA) replaced SANDAG as the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) for
airports in Son Diego County. The SDCRAA prepared on amended Airport Land Use Compatibility
Plan (ALUCP) for McClellan-Palomar Airport in October 2004. The project's proposed use would be
considered "compatible" underthis plan.
In October 2005, the SDCRAA prepared an Interim Draft San Diego County ALUCP with revised
airport noise contours and aircraft safety zones for McClellan-Palomar Airport. Should the 2005
ALUCP be adopted prior to approval of the Hilton project, the Hilton project would be subject to the
provisions of the revised ALUCP.
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According to the Interim Draft ALUCP, the project is located within Compatibility Zone E. Under Zone
E, the compatibility of nonresidential development is assessed primarily with respect to its usage
intensity (the number of people per acre) and the noise sensitivity of the use. Noise impacts and safety
risks are concerns. According to the Interim Draft 2005 ALUCP, hotels are considered generally
incompatible in Zone E (SDCRAA 2005). Therefore, Dudek will confirm our preliminary conclusion
that the project would not substantially conflict with the proposed Interim Draft ALUCP and therefore
would not result in significant hazards related to airport compatibility.
Lastly, the project contains high fire hazard areas, and Dudek will address this issue in the EIR
analysis, including any recommendations for mitigating fire hazard such as brush management.
Hydrology and Water Quality
Dudek will evaluate potential impacts to water quality and hydrology due to construction and post-
construction phases of the proposed Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort project. The results of this study
will be presented in a stand-alone Hydrology and Water Quality technical report.
The hydrology and water quality study will include a discussion of the current hydrological setting, a
review and evaluation of drainage analyses, a list of appropriate and necessary best management
practices (BMPs) in accordance with the City of CaHsbad Standard Urban Storm Water Management
Plan and the 2001 Notional Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, a discussion of
surface water and groundwater resources and quality based on available data, and potential impacts
of the project on the hydrology and water quality. Potential impacts to the Regional Water Quality
Control Board (RWQCB) 303(d)-listed Batiquitos Lagoon and Pacific Ocean will be addressed in the
analysis.
Dudek will use Federal Emergency Management Agency flood mops, available United States
Geological Survey, RWQCB, and Department of Water Resources data, and topographic maps to
discuss the current hydrological setting.
Dudek assumes that a preliminary drainage study will be provided for review. Based on the findings
of the study, Dudek will evaluate the adequacy of the proposed drainage system and will present
appropriate and recommended BMPs for implementation at the site. The BMPs will be selected in
accordance with the City of CaHsbad 2003 Standard Urban Storm Water Management Plan. The
BMP evaluation will include consideration of impaired water bodies. The Hydrology and Water
Quality report will include maintenance requirements for the BMPs presented. Based on a review of
the drainage analysis report and the local topography, Dudek will determine if the project will
significantly alter existing drainage patterns.
Dudek will also identify the groundwater resources and general information on water quality on and
adjacent to the project site. This research will include a summary of existing water quality conditions
in and around the project site. Potential impacts to water quality and groundwater resources will be
noted. The Hydrology and Water Quality technical report will be included in the EIR as an appendix.
Land Use Planning
Dudek planners will assess the land use and planning issues related to the proposed project. Dudek
will review relevant plans and documents including the following City ordinances and policies:
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• City of CaHsbad General Plan
• CaHsbad Habitat Management Plan
• CaHsbad Zoning Ordinance (Title 21) including the Growth Management Chapter
• McClellan Palomar Airport Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Interim Draft ALUCP
• City Landscape Manual
• Open Space and Conservation Resource Management Plan
• Mello II Segment ofthe Local Coastal Program
• Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan
• South CaHsbad Coastal Redevelopment Plan
These relevant plans will be reviewed to document compatibility of the proposed project with existing
planning documents (a plan-to-plan comparison). In addition, the analysis will address compatibility
of the proposed uses with existing uses in the project area (a plan-to-ground comparison).
Compatibility issues may arise from visual impacts, community character, noise, lighting and traffic,
porticuloHy given the proximity of the existing residential uses to the north and east of the site, and
campground facilities to the west. These issues will be fully addressed in the EIR.
The section will also discuss in detail the related project applications including the SDP 05-14, CDP
05-53, RD 05-11, and MS 05-23. Dudek will work with the City in the identification of any additional
necessary land use approvals during preparation of the EIR, such as a Local Coastal Program
Amendment approval by the California Coastal Commission.
Noise
Dudek will review the acoustical analysis prepared for the project by Wieland Associates. The review
will identify any inadequacies in the report and will incorporate the findings of the report if no
inadequacies ore discovered. If inadequacies ore found, Dudek will complete any additional analysis
and will incorporate the findings into the EIR. Attention will be given to the noise impact analysis
relate to sensitive receptors including adjacent residential, transportation, and campground uses. The
City's Noise Element and Noise Guidelines Manual will be reviewed to evaluate the feasibility of
mitigation measures.
Noise criteria used to determine significance will be identified for direct and indirect noise impacts
resulting from the project. Recommendations for mitigation measures or additional studies will be
provided as necessary in the EIR. The City's General Plan Noise Element will be used to assure the
significance criteria and proposed mitigation measures ore consistent with adopted policies and
guidelines.
Population and Housing
Dudek will analyze the proposed project's potential impact on population and housing by evaluating
the number of businesses and or residences that could potentially be displaced with development of
the proposed beach resort. This section will also evaluate the potential for direct or indirect growth
inducement due to the proposed hotel, road improvements and infrastructure extensions needed for
the project. Dudek will utilize relevant planning documents such as the City's General Plan, Local
Coastal Program, and Zone 22 Local Facilities Management Plan in the analysis.
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Public Services / Utilities and Service Systems
Dudek will contact potentially affected agencies to identify and obtain information for an analysis of
the existing public services and utility systems and the project's impacts to the services (including the
proposed change in land use), and recommended mitigation measures. The discussion will focus on
the required alteration of existing facilities, expansion of new facilities, and the increased demand on
services based on City approved standards and measures within LFMP Zone 22.
Included in the discussion of public facilities and services will be a discussion of the project's
compliance with the City growth management standards that pertain to the following public services
and utilities:
Pub//c Serv/ces Utilities ancf Serv/ce Systems
a Fire Protection • Wastewater Treatment Facilities
a Police Protection • Water Facilities
a Schools • Stormwater Drainage Facilities
• Porks • Solid Waste Facilities
a Other public facilities ( i.e. government offices)
Also, the EIR will determine whether the project meets the requirements of a "regionally significant
project" per Senate Bill (SB) 610 related to water supply. The project would not meet these
requirements since the hotel would have less than 500 rooms (the project proposes 215 rooms).
Therefore, the project would not be subject to enhanced CEQA requirements per SB 610.
Recreation
This section ofthe EIR will address recreational resources and demands on recreation in the south
CaHsbad beach area. Dudek, in coordination with the City and other agencies providing recreational
uses in the project vicinity, will determine recreational demand and analyze the project's impact on
recreational resources. Dudek will be reviewed the project in relation to the Zone 22 Local Facilities
Management Plan and compare project impacts with this plan.
Transportation/Circulation
Dudek has included VRPA Technologies, Inc. (VRPA) on our team to conduct the third party review
and revisions as necessary for the traffic impact analysis and traffic constraints study prepared for this
project. These traffic reports will be reviewed for flaws, inadequacies, and inconsistencies, and the
third-party review will include reviewing the comment letters related to the City Council hearing on the
project. If no flaws/inadequacies/inconsistencies are found, the results of the traffic impact analyses
will be recommended for incorporation into the EIR. If flaws/inadequacies/inconsistencies are found,
a revised traffic impact analysis will be prepared. Specifically, this task includes a review of The Beach
Resort Report and the Ponto Report to ensure consistency with traffic sections of the City of Cartsbad's
Growth Management Plan; to ensure that roadway segment and intersection levels of service are
identified as they relate to the proposed project (on updated level of service analysis will be provided
to resolve any deficiencies); to ensure consistency with the SANTEC/ITE Guidelines for Traffic Impact
Studies in the Son Diego Region; to ensure consistency with the City's latest build-out traffic model.
VRPA will also identify the locations of signalized intersections. The project's Site Development Plan
will be reviewed to ensure that the project will be constructing the required transportation infrastructure
to meet the City's Growth Management standards and to identify sight distance or other potential
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design conflicts, based on Caltrans standards. In addition, the project's site plans will be reviewed to
ensure the provision of adequate access to adiacent properties in compliance with the City's access
requirements. VRPA will review the project's traffic impacts to determine if there ore any potential
impacts outside the City of CaHsbad and to determine if appropriate mitigation measures hove been
recommended for those impacts. The traffic and circulation analysis will include discussions on
parking (especially important since that the site is located within the Coastal Zone), vehicular traffic,
public transportation, 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 identify
potential hazards. Dudek will summarize the traffic report in the EIR traffic section and the letter report
prepared by VRPA will be included as an Appendix to the EIR.
The cost estimate provided for this task (under separate cover) assumes that minor flows,
inconsistencies, or revisions to the traffic impact analysis would be required. We hove included an
optional line item should a more comprehensive re-analysis ofthe traffic impact report be required.
Cumulative Impacts
Cumulative impacts, especially with regard to the overall Vision Plan project and other reasonably
foreseeable projects in the Ponto area, will be addressed. Key cumulative issues to be addressed
include transportation/circulation, land use planning, hydrology/water quality, habitat conservation
and biological resources, air quality, and public services.
Alternatives
Dudek will fully address up to three project alternatives in the EIR. The alternatives discussion is
expected to be a focal point of community interest and therefore Dudek will work with the City and
applicant as necessary to address an "Alternative Sites Analysis" Alternative, a "Reduced Project"
Alternative, and a CEQA-mandated "No Project" alternative. Dudek will also work with the City and
applicant to establish the project objectives for the Hilton CaHsbad Beach Resort project, especially
considering the crucial role that project objectives ploy in determining the feasibility of alternatives. A
matrix comparing the significant environmental effects of each alternative will be presented in the EIR,
as will the determination of the environmentally superior alternative, which will be selected from a
range of reasonable alternatives that could feasibly attain the basic objectives of the project.
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Education
• M.A., Geography, Syracuse University (1995)
• B.A., Geography, San Diego State University (1993)
Professional Affiliations
• Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP), Board Member 1997-2001
Experience
Shawn Shamlou is a project manager with 1 2 years of experience in the public and private sectors.
Mr. Shamlou has gained a thorough understanding of CEQA and NEPA compliance processes
through his involvement on environmental compliance projects. A specialist in land use planning,
coastal studies, and infrastructure projects, he has conducted extensive research and assisted in the
preparation of Environmental Impact Statements (EISs), Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs),
Environmental Assessments (EAs), Initial Studies (ISs), Coastal Consistency Determinations, specific
plans, and master plans.
Mr. Shomlou's project experience includes environmental impact assessments on controversial private
land use proposals in Son Diego's North County. For example, Mr. Shamlou recently prepared the
controversial program EIR for the Encinitas Ranch Specific Plan Amendment Project for the City of
Encinitas. He worked closely with City staff in preparation of two screencheck EIRs prior to the
November 2005 ballot vote against the project. He has also conducted environmental impact
assessments and prepared permit applications for an array of projects located in the coastal zone in
southern California. Mr. Shamlou has also extensive experience on County and municipal projects as
a former assistant planner with the County of San Diego Department of Planning and Land Use.
• CaHsbad Power and Desalination Plant EIR Project, City of CaHsbad, California. Environmental
analyst for preparation of on EIR for the proposed CaHsbad Seawater Desalination Plant. The
facility is planned for an approximately 50 million gallon per day (MGD) capacity. Prepared EIR
sections for geology and soils, and cultural resources, including paieontological resources, for
approximately 16 miles of water conveyance pipelines proposed within the City of CaHsbad and
City of Oceanside. Several significant archaeological sites were located in the project vicinity near
Batiquitos Lagoon. Coordinated with the City team and cultural resource subconsultant, Gallegos
& Associates, to avoid or minimize impacts to these resources.
• City of CaHsbad Water and Sewer Master Plans Program EIR, City of CaHsbad, CaHsbad,
California. Provided CEQA review for two distinct Master Plans in coordination with Dudek's
Engineering Division. The EIR addressed upgrades to numerous infrastructure facilities including
pump stations, sewer interceptors, storage reservoirs, and twenty main water lines. Key issues
included coastal impacts, biological resources, wetlands, archaeology, and land use.
• Encinitas Ranch Specific Plan Amendment Program EIR, City of Encinitas, Encinitas, California.
Project manager responsible for preparation of this highly controversial Specific Plan Amendment
(SPA) Program EIR. The proposed SPA would result in on amendment to the Encinitas Ranch
Specific Plan to change the 68-acre East Saxony Planning area's existing agricultural zoning to
include two new land uses: a 2.5-acre public park, and a maximum of varying 201 residential
uses on 38 acres. The remaining 20 acres would remain in agriculture (greenhouses), which were
proposed to be modernized as port of the SPA project. Responsible for preparation of two
screencheck EIRs in close coordination with the City for the project prior to November 2005 ballot
vote against the project. The screencheck EIR carefully addressed all of the concerns raised by the
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PROJECT MANAGER
permitting agencies, environmental organizations and the public for one of the last large-scale
residential housing proposals in the City of Encinitas. Key issues included loss of agriculture,
community character, land use, traffic, noise, hazardous materials, historical resources, and
hydrology.
• Coastal Rail Trail Permitting, Cities of Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas and Solana Beach, San
Diego County, California. Prepared necessary environmental permits for the northern 1 7 miles of
the Coastal Roil Trail project, a proposed multi-use pathway along railroad and rood right-of-way
from Oceanside to Solano Beach. Led a team of wetland experts and environmental analysts to
prepare required permit applications, including those required from the California Coastal
Commission, USACOE, RWQCB and CDFG for each of the four affected municipalities, including
the cities of Oceanside, CaHsbad, Encinitas and Solano Beach.
• Poinsettia Properties Specific Plan EIR. Environmental analyst responsible for preparation of the
Specific Plan EIR for the redevelopment of 92 acres in southern coastal CaHsbad. Key topics
addressed included agriculture, land use, traffic, air quality, noise, aesthetics, and biological
resources. The Specific Plan proposed mixed land uses, and jobs and housing near public transit
(the NCTD Coaster commuter train station). The Specific Plan calls for a mixture of housing types,
neighborhood shopping and trails into a transit-oriented, pedestrian friendly community. The site
is also within walking distance to South CaHsbad State Beach.
• Coral Cove Residential EIR, City of Encinitas Planning Department, City of Encinitas, California.
Project manager responsible for preparing the Coral Cove EIR for the City of Encinitas. The
project is a residential infill project on approximately 10 acres. The project proposes to construct
30 single family attached units and 39 single family detached homes, for a total of 69 units,
including 12 low-income housing units. The controversial project attempts to meet numerous
public concerns related to alternatives, loss of agriculture, land use, aesthetics and community
character, transportation and circulation including parking, and water quality. The EIR is carefully
addressing all of the concerns raised by the permitting agencies, environmental organizations and
the public.
• El Camino Real Widening Project, City of CaHsbad, California. Project manager for the proposed
widening of El Camino Real between Tamarack and Chestnut Avenues. Key environmental issues
include impacts to offsite wetlands, coastal resources, and aesthetics. As port of the project, Mr.
Shamlou is assisting with obtaining key permits from CDFG, RWQCB, and ACOE and
coordinating closely with the consultant engineering team (Bureau Veritos/Berryman & Henigar) to
determine feasible alternatives while streamlining environmental permitting requirements and
avoiding significant environmental impacts.
• Manchester/Interstate 5 Interchange Project EIS/EIR, City of Encinitas and FHWA, Encinitas,
California. Project manager for a highly controversial redesign of the Manchester on- and off-
romps located adjacent to the highly sensitive Son Elijo Lagoon in the Cardiff by the Sea
community of Encinitas. Prepared Caltrans documents including Project Study Report (PSR), and
related Preliminary Environmental Study (PES) and Preliminary Environmental Analysis Report
(PEAR) forms. Analyzed and assisted in formulating environmentally sensitive alternatives with the
lead agencies (Federal Highway Administration and City of Encinitas) to minimize impacts to
wetlands and eight federal and state listed species while improving traffic flow in the rapidly
growing region.
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PROJECT MANAGER
• San Diego Sate University Campus Master Plan 2000 EIR Addendum for the Proposed BioScience
Center, San Diego, California. Project manager for the preparation of on addendum to the
Campus Master Plan 2000 document addressing the project-level analysis for a research facility
proposed by the university's Office of Facilities Planning and Management. The proposed
building, to be located on the SDSU campus adjacent the existing North Life Sciences Building,
was originally addressed at the programmatic level in the Master Plan 2000 EIR. The addendum
addressed three variations of the building's use and design, including the newly proposed use of
biological and chemical agents for scientific testing purposes. The addendum included on
explanation of the decision not to prepare a subsequent EIR pursuant to Section 15162 of the
CEQA Guidelines.
• Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Alpine, California. Project manager for a Visual Resources
Technical Study prepared for the Roman Catholic Diocese of San Diego. The document
addressed a proposed church project in eastern San Diego County, including seven visual
simulations of the project. The Diocese proposed a controversial 75-foot-high steeple adjacent to
sensitive residential areas and within the viewshed of the nearby Viejas Mountains. The Visual
Study conformed to the County's policy regarding the implementation of CEQA, and included
maps of surrounding land uses, public roods, and scenic highways from which the project would
be visible. The report described the method of assessing aesthetic impacts, defined visual impact
levels, analyzed key views, and recommended visual impact measures.
• De Luz Housing EA, US Navy Southwest Division, MCB Camp Pendleton, San Diego County,
California. Environmental analyst and assistant project manager during the preparation of an EA
for the proposed military housing site at De Luz, MCB Camp Pendleton, in compliance with NEPA.
The environmental assessment evaluates the impacts associated with construction of up to 204
dwelling units on approximately 62 acres in the southwest portion of the base. The EA includes
analysis of the preferred alternative, a higher-density alternative, and the no action alternative.
• Wire Mountain Housing EA, US Navy Southwest Division, MCB Camp Pendleton, San Diego
County, California. Project manager and environmental analyst during the preparation of on
environmental assessment for the proposed military housing site at Wire Mountain, MCB Camp
Pendleton, in compliance with NEPA. The EA evaluates the impacts associated with construction
of up to 385 dwelling units on approximately 62.6 acres in the southwest portion of the base.
The EA includes analysis of the preferred alternative (385 units), 314-unit alternative, and the no
action alternative.
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JOSEPH MONACO, AICP
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Education
• M.C.P, City Planning, San Diego State University (2002)
• B.A., Geography/Business Emphasis, University of California, Los Angeles (1 986)
Registration/Certification
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), 1 992
Professional Affiliations
• American Planning Association (APA), 1 990
• Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP), Post President - San Diego Chapter
Experience
Mr. Monaco has 1 8 years of professional environmental planning experience, in both the public and
private sector, including six years as Planning and Environmental Manager for the City of Chula Vista
Redevelopment Agency. His experience includes environmental impact analysis, current and advance
planning, public environmental policy development, and hazardous materials investigation and
cleanup. He also has served as the Director of the Border Environmental Commerce Alliance (BECA),
a small business incubator program initiated by the City of Chula Vista for start-up companies
involved in developing environmental technologies.
Mr. Monaco specializes in preparing planning studies, environmental reports and policy-related
documentation for development and redevelopment projects.
• CaHsbad Precise Development Plan and Desalination Projects, City of CaHsbad, California.
Currently serving as project manager for an EIR for the proposed CaHsbad Seawater Desalination
Plant, planned for on approximately 50 million gallon per day (MGD) capacity. Primary
environmental issues associated with the project include the impact of the concentrate discharge
from the desalination plant on marine organisms since the discharge contains twice the salt
content as seawater. The California Coastal Commission is giving close scrutiny to this project,
and therefore coastal related issues are being given detailed attention in the analysis. The
operation of the power plant and its relationship to desalination is a key factor in many of the
environmentai issue areas.
• Midbayfront Local Coastal Plan Amendment, City of Chula Vista, California. Responsible for
coordinating with Wildlife Agencies, Coastal Commission, Port of San Diego and environmental
interest groups to develop alternatives to an approved LCP which allowed for 4 million square feet
of commercial and residential development on San Diego Bay.
• Otay Ranch Project, City of Chula Vista, California. Served as staff planner to a 23,000-acre
master planned community, involving Traditional Neighborhood Development Principles, complex
infrastructure and facilities needs, and a comprehensive preserve system for habitat conservation
and management.
• Salt Creek Ranch Specific Plan City of Chula Vista, California. Responsible for processing a
Specific Plan for this 1,200 acre residential project involving habitat and endangered species
issues, adjacency to on industrial pork, traffic and transportation infrastructure issues.
• Otay Ranch Village 11 Second Tier EIR, Brookfield Homes, Chula Vista, California. Project
manager for technical support and document preparation assistance to the City of Chula Vista in
evaluating revisions to the General Development Plon/Subregionol Plan for the Otay Ranch
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JOSEPH MONACO, AICP
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
project and environmental analysis for development of the Village 1 1 Sectional Planning Area
(SPA) Plan. The proposed SPA plan involved development of an approximately 500-acre site in
the eastern portion of the Otay Valley Parcel of Otay Ranch. The EIR analysis included an
extensive review and evaluation of the Program (Tier I) EIR and subsequent EIRs that hod changed
the baseline for analysis. The EIR analysis included extensive discussion of biological issues, as
the SPA plan is proposed adjacent to a highly sensitive area of the MSCP Preserve.
• Coors Amphitheater, City of Chula Vista, California. Managed the processing of planning
entitlements, environmental documentation, mapping and construction and operation monitoring
for a 20,000 person capacity outdoor entertainment amphitheater. Significant issues on this
project included traffic, concert noise impacts, and proximity to existing residential neighborhoods.
• Ritz Carlton Resort Hotel EIR, Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Responsible for CEQA
documentation for a 450 room destination resort, 18-hole golf course and residential
development on a coastal bluff site. This controversial project was scaled down due to community
controversy and significant geotechnical constraints.
• The Springs Commercial Center, City of Palm Springs, California. Project manager for
preparation of on Environmental Impact Report for on approximately 400,000 square foot retail
commercial center located on the site of a closed municipal landfill.
• Chula Vista Crossings Commercial Center, City of Chula Vista, California. Served as project
manager for preparation of an Environmental Impact Report for an approximately 400,000
square foot retail commercial center located adjacent to the Otay River and Multiple Species
Conservation Plan Habitat Preserve.
• CaHsbad Water and Sewer Master Plan EIR, City of CaHsbad Engineering Department, CaHsbad,
California. Provided QA/QC for the Program EIR addressing two distinct Master Plans. The
Program EIR addressed upgrades to numerous infrastructure facilities including pump stations,
sewer interceptors, storage resen/oirs, and twenty main water lines. Key issues included coastal
impacts, biological resources, wetlands, archaeology, and land use.
• Opportunistic Beach Fill, City of CaHsbad Engineering Department, CaHsbad, California.
Principal environmental analyst for preparation of on EIR for a beach nourishment project in the
City of CaHsbad, California. The project involves deposition of upland beach fill material at three
beaches in CaHsbad. Tasks included analysis and preparation ofthe EIR, coordination ofa public
agency scoping meeting, and provided support in obtaining coastal permits including Local
Coastal Permit and Coastal Development Permit. Issues addressed in the EIR include aesthetics,
recreation and land use, noise, traffic, biological resources and air quality.
• Camino Ruiz Neighborhood Park, City of San Diego, California. Project manager for
environmental studies including a Biological Resources Technical Report and noise study for a
neighborhood pork on Los Penasquitos Canyon presen/e. Work included analysis of multiple park
alternatives, Land Use Adjacency Guidelines, and analysis of MHPA Boundary Adjustment.
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MICHAEL KOMULA
ACOUSTICIAN
Education
• M.Sc, Acoustics, Vibration, Noise Control, Heriot-Watt University (1 996)
• B.A., Geography, Son Diego State University, California (1984)
Experience
Mr. Komula has over 21 years of professional experience in environmental and industrial noise as well
as architectural acoustics. Mr. Komula is responsible for the preparation of acoustical technical
studies as well as the design of noise control measures for noise sources such as refineries,
manufacturing facilities, and mechanical equipment. His experience has included the assessment of
environmental noise impacts associated with roadways, railroads, helipads, and airports. He has also
been responsible for the preparation of several Noise Elements.
Mr. Komula has conducted community noise studies to determine compliance with local noise
ordinance standards. These studies hove included a variety of noise sources such as barking dogs,
mines and quarries, power plants, nightclubs, pump stations and power substations. In addition, Mr.
Komula has presented workshops on worker noise exposure and implementation of noise monitoring
programs. He also evaluates interior noise levels associated with the architectural design of buildings.
This assessment is typically provided for projects requiring compliance with sound transmission control
standards. Representative projects include:
Chevron Montebello Property
Eastlake Village Center
Maryland Hotel
Southern Land Swop Commercial Center
Torrey View Corporate Center
University Commons Rock Crusher Noise Monitoring
University Walk
California State University, San Marcos Master Plan, Son Marcos, California
San Diego State University, Campus Master Plan Updates 2000 and 2005, San Diego, California
San Diego State University, Campus Master Plan 1 999, San Diego, California
University of California, San Diego, Student Housing Project, La Jolla, California
809 Front Street Condominium
Garden Homes at Santoluz, San Diego, California
Marovillo Senior Community Project, Sonto Barbara, California
Newland/ Torrey Reserve Residential, San Diego, California
Rancho Santoiina EIR, Son Marcos, California
Santa Barbara Beach Properties
Sitella Multi-Family
Sunbow PA-1 OA, Unit 14, Chula Vista, California
Las Montanas/ Synthesis, South San Diego County, California
Merriam Mountains EIR Project, Son Diego County, California
Otay Ranch Village 1 1, Chula Vista, California
Otay Ranch Spring Survey, South San Diego County, California
Rosemary Lone at 4S Ranch PA 34 Project, San Diego, California
Springfield at Son Elijo Hills, San Marcos, California
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PAULCALIGIURI
SENIOR DESIGNER/3D VISUALIZATION
Education
• Vocational Certificate in Drafting, Mira Costa College (1984)
• A.A., General Studies, Palomar College (1 986)
• 3 Semesters 3D Modeling and Animation, Palomar College (1 995)
Experience
Mr. Coligiuri has over 20 years experience as a Civil designer with the last nine years in three
dimensional (3d) modeling and animation for Architectural, Engineering, and Construction (AEC)
projects. Mr. Coligiuri has extensive knowledge in the use of 3d Studio Max, Adobe Photoshop,
Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premier, AutoCAD Land Development Desktop, and Corel Draw.
Photo Simulations
Mr. Coligiuri creates 3D simulations for proposed projects. These simulations ore high resolution
renderings and animations of future facilities. These visuals assist decision-makers moke better
judgment of proposed projects. This design-technology is a cost effective method of improving
"communication" resulting in rapid approvals of major projects.
The 3D simulations are created with the use of a background photo of the existing site. A global
positioning unit is used to accurately locate the camera position of the real woHd coordinate system.
True scale 3D models are created for the proposed facilities and camera-matched to the existing site
photograph and GPS point. Urban features such as lighting, landscaping, vehicles and people can
also be added as required.
• Carlsbad City Golf Course, CaHsbad, California. Mr. Coligiuri prepared 3d simulations of a golf
course, lake, waterfall, bridges, and clubhouse. All simulations showed mature landscaping.
• City of Morrow Bay Amusement Arcade Project, Morrow Bay, California. Mr. Coligiuri prepared
3d simulations of a miniature golf course and arcade facility. The simulation represented a before
and after view of the parking lot with improvements.
• San Diego State University Aztec Walk Campus Master Plan Aesthetics Technical Report and EIR,
San Diego, California. Mr. Coligiuri prepared 3d simulations of proposed facilities. Facilities
included a new swimming pool complex, classrooms, and Residence Halls. Visual simulations
were projected from sensitive receptor sites.
• San Diego State University Campus Master Plan 2000 Visual Quality Technical Report and EIR,
San Diego, California. Mr. Coligiuri prepared 3d simulations of proposed MTDB Trolley Bridge
and multi story classroom building. Visual simulations were projected from sensitive receptor sites.
• Sunrise Assisted Living Development, San Diego, California. Mr. Coligiuri prepared 3d
simulations of the finished development of a two story assisted core facility in the Community of
Pacific Beach.
• Trump National Golf Course, Rancho Palos Verdes, California. To help obtain a plan
amendment for on already approved project, Mr. Coligiuri created two 3d simulations. One
depicted the previously-approved 36-home residential development and another showing the
proposed driving range with only 12 homes. These 3d simulations helped win project approval by
showing the council that by removing 26 homes was going to greatly increase the ocean views of
the neighbors.
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PAUL CALIGIURI
SENIOR DESIGNER/3D VISUALIZATION
Queen of Angels Church, Alpine, California. Mr. Coligiuri prepared 3d simulations of proposed
church facilities and landscaping. Simulations depicted landscaping at installation, five years, ten
years and maturity.
Orange County Transportation Authority CenteHine Light Rail, County of Orange, California.
Nine photo-realistic simulations and animation of light roil train in central Orange County.
Simulations included train, tracks and several bridges.
City of Escondido Hale Avenue Resource Reclamation Facility/Escondido Creek Restoration
Project, Escondido, California. Mr. Coligiuri prepared a series of four creek restoration
renderings. Renderings included views at the time of replanting, five years, twenty years and
maturity.
San Bernardino Municipal Water District Phase lA Reservoir Preliminary Design Report, San
Bernardino, California. The Son Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District requested Mr.
Coligiuri to create 3D drive-by animations for a proposed reservoir project within a highly
urbanized area. The simulations provided the public and Board members a real woHd look at the
project, so they could moke a qualified decision about the proposed reservoir. The engineer's
grading plan was used to create 3D models of two reservoir alternatives. These models created a
view of the reservoir from the perspective of someone driving down the street. People, houses,
and surroundings were added to the scene for scale and realism.
Yucaipa Valley Water District Non-Potable Water Distribution System Phase 1 Preliminary Design
Report, California. Photo simulation of a proposed reservoir, pump station and all
appurtenances.
Skytt Mesa Housing Development, Buelleton, California. Created seven views for the Skytt Mesa
housing development. The views included all surface improvements, such as houses, streets,
lighting, and landscaping.
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ANITA HAYWORTH, PH.D.
SENIOR ECOLOGIST
Education
• Ph.D., Ecology, University of California, Davis (1994)
• M.S., Avian Sciences,^University of California, Davis (1 980)
• B.S., Ecology, Ethology and Evolution, University of Illinois (1 977)
Registration/Certifications
• California Gnatcatcher survey permit
• Least Bell's Vireo nest monitoring permit
• Southwestern Willow Flycatcher survey permit
• Fairy Shrimp (all listed species occurring in California)
• Quino Checkerspot Butterfly survey permit
• Master Permits for Banding and Mist-netting California Gnatcatchers
• Son Diego County Certified Biologist
• Riverside County Certified Biologist
Professional Affiliations
• The Wildlife Society
• American Society of Zoologists
• Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Kappa Phi
• Member of Board of Directors of The Escondido Creek Conservancy
Experience
Ms. Hayworth is an ecologically oriented biologist with 25 years experience in vertebrate ecology with an
emphasis on ornithology. She has 12 years experience with environmental document preparation. Her
experience includes environmental impact analysis, habitat and population surveys and wildlife
management studies. She developed a GIS/spreadsheet analysis to prepare revegetation master plans
which assists with quantifying acreage, prioritizing restoration sites, and assembling cost of restoration
treatments. She was project manager for the Escondido Creek Enhancement Project, which included
restoring native riparian vegetation as well as providing flood protection for surrounding areas. Currently,
she is well-versed in the ecology and distribution of a number of rare, threatened or endangered species
including the Quino checkerspot butterfly, fairy shrimp, southwestern willow flycatcher, least Bell's vireo,
burrowing owl, California and northern spotted owls, cactus wren and the California gnatcatcher. She is
well-versed in the requirements for regulatory compliance in dealing with endangered species. She is also
experienced with prepared biological technical reports for all the San Diego County jurisdictions including
the City of San Diego, Encinitas, CaHsbad, Oceanside, San Marcos, Vista, Escondido, and County of San
Diego. She also has developed a good report with the resource agencies and is able to negotiate and
interact with them during the project permitting process. Her areas of expertise include the following:
• General wildlife species surveys; population, breeding and foraging surveys of wildlife; small
mammal studies using trap, mark and release programs; behavior and reproductive success
studies of birds and mammals.
• Focused surveys for threatened, endangered or rare species, including the southwestern willow
flycatcher, Quino checkerspot, fairy shrimp, California gnatcatcher and least Bell's vireo nest
monitoring, which require a permit to conduct surveys.
• General habitat surveys with emphasis on assessment of the quality of the habitat for wildlife;
habitat identification and mapping; habitat quality of the watershed and general observations of
hydrology and erosion potential.
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ANITA HAYWORTH, PH.D.
SENIOR ECOLOGIST
• Biological assessment of impacts and preparation of mitigation programs.
• Preparation of revegetation master plans to quantify and prioritize habitat restoration programs.
• Construction monitoring to prevent impacts to sensitive resources.
• Development and operation of management plans for wildlife species at risk; development of
mitigation measures for impacts.
• Intertidal surveys and evaluotton of potential impacts to intertidal invertebrate species including
crustaceans and molluscs.
• Statistical analyses of results and development of sampling design.
• CaHsbad Municipal Golf Course, City of CaHsbad, CaHsbad, California. Assisted with permitting
and coordinatton with resource agencies. Provided interpretation of impacts and evaluated the
suitability of numerous mitigation sites including Perkins, Choumos-Poppos and others.
Conducted burrowing owl survey for the proposed site.
• Roesch Property, Standard Pacific Homes, CaHsbad, California. Served as project manager for
the development of this property in the southern portion of CaHsbad. Conducted vegetation
mapping, presence/absence surveys for the California gnatcatcher, prepared a biological
technical report and coordinated with the city of CaHsbad, the USFWS, and CDFG for the
entitlement process of this project.
• Lohf Property, Western Pacific Housing, CaHsbad, California. Served as project manager for the
development of this property in the southern portion of CaHsbad. Conducted vegetation
mapping, presence/absence surveys for the California gnatcatcher, prepared a biological
technical report and coordinated with the city of CaHsbad, the USFWS, and CDFG for the
entitlement process of this project.
• Mariner's Point, Jack Henthorn & Associates, CaHsbad, California. Served as project manager for
the development of this property in the southern portion of CaHsbad. Conducted vegetation
mapping, presence/absence surveys for the California gnatcatcher, prepared a biological
technical report and coordinated with the city of CaHsbad, the USFWS, and CDFG for the
entitlement process of this project.
• Cobblestone Sea Village, Standard Pacific Homes, CaHsbad, California. Served as project
manager for the development of this 60 acre property in the southern portion of CaHsbad.
Conducted vegetation mapping, presence/absence surveys for the California gnatcatcher,
prepared a biological technical report and coordinated with the city of CaHsbad, the USFWS, and
CDFG for the entitlement process of this project.
• Laurel Tree Apartments, Jack Henthorn & Associates, CaHsbad, California. Served as project
manager for the development of this property for affordable housing in the southern portion of
CaHsbad. Conducted vegetation mapping, presence/absence surveys for the California
gnatcatcher, evaluation of wetlands, prepared a biological technical report and coordinated with
the city of CaHsbad, the USFWS, and CDFG for the entitlement process of this project.
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ANITA HAYWORTH, PH.D.
SENIOR ECOLOGIST
• Mariano Property, Standard Pacific Homes, CaHsbad, California. Served as project manager for
the development of this property in the southern portion of CaHsbad. Conducted vegetation
mapping, presence/absence surveys for the California gnatcatcher, prepared a biological
technical report and coordinated with the city of CaHsbad, the USFWS, and CDFG for the
entitlement process of this project.
• Poinsettia Heights, Jack Henthorn & Associates, CaHsbad, California. Served as project manager
for the development of this property in the southern portion of CaHsbad. Conducted vegetation
mapping, presence/absence surveys for the California gnatcatcher, prepared a biological
technical report and coordinated with the city of CaHsbad, the USFWS, and CDFG for the
entitlement process of this project.
• DeJong Property, Ari DeJong, CaHsbad, California. Served as project manager for the
developmenf of this property in the southern portion of CaHsbad. Conducted vegetation
mapping, presence/absence surveys for the California gnatcatcher, prepared a biological
technical report and coordinated with the city of CaHsbad, the USFWS, and CDFG for the
entitlement process of this project.
• Thompson/Tabata Property, Standard Pacific Homes, CaHsbad, California. Sen/ed as project
manager for the development of this 100-acre property in the southern portion of CaHsbad.
Conducted vegetation mapping, presence/absence surveys for the California gnatcatcher,
prepared a biological technical report and coordinated with the city of CaHsbad, the USFWS, and
CDFG for the entitlement process of this project. Coordinated with the Coastal Commission in
order to determine complete avoidance of wetland areas located on the site.
• Manzanita Partners Project, City of CaHsbad, California. Conducted California gnatcatcher, fairy
shrimp, and Quino checkerspot focused surveys for the 40 acre property. Assisted with the
preparation of the biological technical report. Coordinated with the City of CaHsbad, resource
agencies and California Coastal Commission for entitlement of the project. Conducted pre-
construction surveys and monitoring for the California gnatcatcher.
• Summtt at CaHsbad, CaHsbad, California. Provided project management for entitlement of the
medium sized residential development. Conducted vegetation mapping and coordinated with the
resource agencies and City of CaHsbad. Prepared biological technical report and served as
project manager.
• St. Jerome Church Project, Catholic Diocese, City of San Diego, California. Served as project
manager for the project. Prepared a biological technical report for the development of a 1 7-acre
site for construction of a church and school. Conducted burrowing owl surveys, Quino
checkerspot butterfly and a wet season presence/absence survey for vernal pool branchiopods in
2001. The survey focused on the determination of the presence/absence of two federally-listed
endangered vernal pool bronchiopod species: Riverside fairy shrimp (Sfrepfocepho/us wooffoni)
and Son Diego fairy shrimp (Bronch/necfo sond/egonens/s). The project also requires wetland
permitting and Section 7 consultation to address impacts to federally listed fairy shrimp.
• Poinsettia Lane, City of Carlsbad, Carlsbad, California. Served as project manager for the
environmental analysis of this major circulation element roadway. Conducted focused surveys,
wetland delineation, vegetation mapping, and coordinated with resource agencies regarding
permitting and impacts. Prepared a biological technical report.
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VIPUL JOSHI
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Education
• B.S., Evolution, Behavior, Ecology, University of California, San Diego (1997)
Experience
Mr. Joshi has seven years professional experience as a biological consultant specializing in botanical
surveying, permit acquisition, permit compliance, and project management. Mr. Joshi is well
experienced with southern California flora and environmental regulations. Mr. Joshi also has had
experience managing constraints analysis, entitlement processing, permit acquisition, and biological
construction monitoring for a variety of public and private projects.
Mr. Joshi has specific experience with CEQA processing with a variety of local jurisdictions, state and
federal Endangered Species Act permit processing, wetlands permitting including Nationwide and
Individual Permits from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and management of permit compliance.
Specific biological survey skills include full rare plant surveys, focused presence/absence surveys for
the state and federally-listed Quino checkerspot butterfly and vernal pool fairy shrimp, project-level
vegetation mapping, wetlands delineotton, vernal pool identification, vernal pool watershed
mapping, and general biological assessment of functions and values.
• CaHsbad Habitat Management Plan, CaHsbad, California. Provided evaluation of species
coverage for over 30 plant and animal species based on multi-faceted regional conservation
plan.
• Canyon View/Poinsettia Lane, City of CaHsbad, California. Serving as project manager for a
40-acre proposed residential development, extension of Poinsettia Lane, and biological open
space area. Performed botanical surveys including vegetation mapping, detailed exotics
mapping, jurisdictional wetlands delineation, rare plant surveys, habitat restoration surveys, and
protocol surveys for San Diego fairy shrimp. Prepared various reports for analysis of project
impacts (including alternative development plans) by the City of CaHsbad (pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act and the City Habitat Management Plan) and by state and
federal resource agencies (pursuant to the federal Clean Water Act, state Fish and Game Code,
and state Porter-Cologne Act).
• La Costa Golf Course Reclaimed Water Line, CaHsbad, California. Provided wetlands
delineation, wetlands permitting avoidance, and evaluation of biological resources impacts
pursuant to CEQA for a Mitigation Negative Declaration.
• Summit at CaHsbad, CaHsbad, California. Provided project management for wetlands permit
processing of multi-family residential development. Tasks included wetlands delineation,
permitting strategy, mitigation identification, biological construction monitoring, and
management of permit compliance of Section 401 Water Quality Certification, Section 1601
Streambed Alternation Agreement, and Section 404 Nattonwide Permit 39. Managed
environmental permit compliance via biological construction monitoring.
• Del Mar Surf & Turf, Dei Mar, California. Provided wetlands delineation and constraints analysis
for proposed development adjacent to San Dieguito Lagoon.
• Levatino Property, CaHsbad, California. Provided biological resource mapping, rare plant
surveys, and wetlands delineation for 20-acre property. Evaluated development constraints in
consideration of regional planning efforts, state and federal regulations.
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VIPULJOSHI
BIOLOGIST
• Maldonado Property, CaHsbad, California. Provided biological resource mapping, rare plant
surveys, and wetlands delineation for 50-acre property. Evaluated development constraints in
consideration of regional planning efforts, state and federal regulations.
• Monzinita Partners, Carlsbad, California. Provided biological resources mapping, vernal pool
surveys, and wetlands delineation for 50-acre property.
• Palomar Transfer Station, CaHsbad, California. Provided biological resource mapping,
wetlands delineation, and avoidance recommendations for expansion of a regional waste transfer
station.
• Midbayfront, City of Chula Vista, California. Provided biological resource mapping review for 4
million square feet of commercial and residential development on San Diego Bay.
• Camino Ruiz Neighborhood Park, City of San Diego, California. Provided Biological Resources
Technical Report for EIR processing of a neighborhood pork on Los Penasquitos Canyon
preserve. Work included analysis of multtple pork olternottves. Land Use Adjacency Guidelines,
and analysis of MHPA Boundary Adjustment.
• Via de la Valle, San Diego, California. Provided biological resources mapping, wetlands
delineation, rare plants survey, and development constraints analysis for 20-acre property on
steep hillsides adjacent to San Dieguito Lagoon.
Foussant Well Demolition, Carfsbad, California. Provided biological resource mapping for
multiple well demolition project. Tasks included development of permit strategy, evaluation of
project impacts for a Mittgotion Negative Declaration, and avoidance of impacts to least Bell's
vireo and arroyo toad.
Rancho Santa Fe Road Realignment, CaHsbad, California. Provided assistance with wetlands
permitting and project management of environmental permit compliance for joint local/federally-
funded project. Permitting including preparation and processing of Section 401 Water Quality
Certification, Section 404 Nationwide Permits 14, 18, and 33, and a Sectton 1601 Streambed
Alteratton Agreement. Assisted in preparation of CEQA/NEPA documentation. Managed on-
going biological construction monitoring and environmental permit compliance including
compliance with regional Section 10 Habitat Conservation Plan.
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ELIZABETH DOALSON
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
Education
• Certificate, Urban Planning and Development, University of California, San Diego (2004)
• B.A., Environmental Studies, University of California, Santa Barbara (2000)
• B.A., Geography, University of California, Santa Barbara, (2000)
Professional Affiliations
• Associatton of Environmental Professionals
Experience
Ms. Doalson has five years of experience as on Environmental Analyst for a wide variety of projects within
Southern California. She has been responsible for management, research, and analysis for projects
subject to compliance with CEQA and NEPA. Ms. Doalson has prepared EIRs, EISs, EAs, ISs, NDs, ISAs,
and PEARs for transportation, military, and civil works projects. She has also had experience performing
several Geographical Information Systems tasks using ArcView and Arclnfo GIS programs.
• Merriam Specific Plan Amendment, NNP, Stonegate Merriam LLC, Unincorporated San Diego
County, California. Day-to-day project manager and principal environmental planner for a 2,391 -
unit master planned community in unincorporated San Diego County. Tasks hove included advisory
consulting to help design the project in conformance with federal, regional, and local planning and
environmental regulations and ordinances. Attended County meetings to coordinate proposed project
and project alternative's consistency with County requirements. Principal planner for the Environmental
Impact Report (EIR) perthe California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in conformance with County
format requirements. Some ofthe environmental issues highlighted in the EIR include: (1) a general
plan amendment changing the categories of the Regional Land Use Element on the site, and changing
the land use designation of the entire site to Specific Plan Area; (2) biological resources issues
associated with the site being designated as a Pre-Approved Mitigation Area in the Draft North Son
Diego County MSCP and impacts to a pair of federally-listed threatened California gnatcatcher, in
addition to potential effects to County RPO- and CEQA-significant wetlands; (3) visual impacts
associated with being located in the 1-15 Scenic Corridor; (4) cultural resources impacts associated
with potential effects to County RPO- and CEQA-significant cultural resources sites; and (5) hazards
associated with the site being in a very high wildfire hazard area.
• Sunroad Enterprises, Harbor Island Environmental Assessment, San Diego, California.
Environmental scientist responsible forthe preparation of two Environmental Assessments (EAs) forthe
Port of San Diego to improve the Son Diego Harbor. The first EA evaluated the environmental effects
of renovating the interior and exterior of an 8,180-square-foot restaurant building, and the
construction of three additional restaurants surrounding the existing restaurant building. The second
EA evaluated true environmental effects of expanding the marina slips and providing additional
pedestrian access from the marina to Harbor Island.
• Buena Vista Rancheria of the Me-wuk Indians of California, Buena Vista Rancheria Casino, Indio,
California. Revised several secttons of the draft Environmental Assessment, prepared the visual
resources sectton, and managed graphics productton forthe proposed casino project.
• Bureau of Indian Affairs, Pacific Region; Environmental Assessment for the Golden Ridge Resort and
Spa, Rancho Mirage, California. Prepared several sections ofthe Environmental Assessment for the
lease of land from the Agua Caliente Bond of Cohuillo Indians Reservation to Golden State Ventures-2
Resort Developers, LLC. for the development of a resort hotel, mid-rise time-shores, single family
homes, and two golf courses within a 450-acre tract.
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ELIZABETH DOALSON
ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
Soboba Band of Lusieno Indians, Environmental Evaluotton of the Off-Reservatton Effects of the
Soboba Casino Expansion Project, San Jacinto, California. Prepared the Environmental Evaluation
of the off-reservation effects from the expansion of the Soboba Casino and oversaw document
production.
City of Lake Elsinore, Simard IS/MND, Lake Elsinore, California. Environmental scientist responsible
for preparation of an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the development of
approximately 10.8 acres of vacant land into 27 single family residential units that vary in size from
6,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet, and four open space lots.
City of Lake Elsinore, Tuscany Hills, Lake Elsinore, California. Environmental scientist responsible for
assisting in the preparation of the EIR for the construction of a residential community within the City of
Lake Elsinore. The project proposes development of 368.4 acres with 868 residential units, with two
parks, a community pool and the incorporation of two wildlife corridors.
The Bedford Group, Overhill Drive Condominium EIR, Windsor Hills, California. Environmental
scientist responsible for assisting in the preparation of an EIR for the County of Los Angeles for the
construction of a 72-unit condominium project within 1.84 acres of vacant land, located in the
community of Windsor Hills. The project required a land use amendment and zone change to build a
high density residential complex in an area designated for low density residential and zoned for
commercial uses.
Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, Dockweiler State Beach Refurbishment Project, Los
Angeles, California. Prepared the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration forthe refurbishment
of the existing facilities of Dockweiler State Beach. Assisted in the preparation of the project
description, project location, aesthetics, geology, land use, population and housing, public sen/ices,
and recreation sections of the draft report.
Otay River Valley Regional Park, Otay River Valley Regional Park Habitat Restoratton and Exottc
Plant Removal Plan, San Diego, California. Assisted in a project commissioned by the San Diego
County Park and Recreation Department to prepare a conceptual plan for the removal of exotic
species and restoration of riparian and wetland habitats throughout the Otay River Valley Regional
Pork. The project involved acquiring aerial photography, doing detailed photo-interpretation,
conducting field validation surveys, preparing maps of exotic plant populations as well as native
vegetation, and preparing a draft ofthe conceptual plan.
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SHERRI MILLER
PROJECT MANAGER/BIOLOGIST
Education
• M.S., Botany, Duke University (1 994)
• B.S., Biology, Washington & Lee University (1 992)
Professional Affiliations
• Associatton of Environmental Professionals (AEP)
• Women's Environmental Council (WEC)
Experience
Ms. Miller has 12 years of experience in environmental documentation and permitting. Project
experience includes biological resource surveys; data collection and analysis; California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation;
environmental assessments; wetlands delineations, permitting, mitigation design and monitoring; and
endangered species surveys and permitting. Projects include issues relative to the California Coastal
Act, the California Fish and Gome Code, the federal Clean Water Act (Sections 401 and 404), the
Rivers and Harbors Act, the Coastal Zone Management Act, the National Historic Preservation Act
(NHPA), the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, federal Endangered Species Act (fESA) and state Endangered
Species Act (sESA).
• North Agua Hedionda Lagoon Interceptor Sewer Maintenance Access Road, City of CaHsbad
Public Works Department, City of CaHsbad, California. Conducted biological surveys including
vegetation mapping and wetlands delineation for 2,500-linear foot sewer pipeline and access
rood protection project. Currently preparing an EIR and a Coastal Develop Permit (CDP). Due to
the project's location along the Agua Hedionda Lagoon, a sensitive ecological resource, major
issues addressed in the EIR include biological resources, water quality/hydrology and public
services. Currently pursuing permits from the ACOE, RWQCB and California Coastal
Commission (CCC) for impacts to tidal wetlands and inter-tidal mud flats.
• North Green Valley, Leucadia County Water District, City of CaHsbad, California. Oversaw
preparation of MND for the construction of 300 feet of new pipeline, repair of 2,150 feet of
pipeline and the rehabilitation of 23 manholes. Prepared and processed permits from the ACOE,
RWQCB and CDFG for impacts to non-tidal wetlands. Prepared and processed a CDP from the
City of CaHsbad in accordance with their Local Coastal Program.
• La Costa Greens, Leucadia County Water District, City of CaHsbad, California. Oversaw
preparation of MND for the construction of 5,800 feet of new pipeline at the La Costa Resort and
Spa. Issues included recreattonai uses and biological resources, including least Bell's vireo and
California gnatcatcher.
• Sewer Pump Statton Upgrade, Leucadia County Water District, City of Carlsbad, California.
Conducted biological surveys including vegetation mapping and wetlands delineation along
Batiquitos Lagoon. Prepared and processed permits from the ACOE, RWQCB and CDFG for
wetlands impacts associated with the upgrade of the pump station, construction of a vehicle
turnaround area and relocation of the access rood. Assisted in obtaining a Coastal Development
Permit from the CCC.
• Rancho Santa Fe Road Widening and Bridge Replacement Project, City of CaHsbad Public Works
Department, City of CaHsbad, California. Conducted biological surveys including vegetation
mapping, wetlands delineation and focused surveys for the roadway corridor. Prepared and
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PROJECT MANAGER/BIOLOGIST
processed permits from the ACOE, RWQCB and CDFG. Prepared alternatives analysis for
Caltrans and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Prepared functional values assessment
and conceptual wetlands mitigation plan. Prepared the biological resources report and
CEQA/NEPA documentation.
Buena Vista Creek Channel Maintenance Project, City of CaHsbad Engineering Division, Cittes of
CaHsbad and Oceanside, California. Conducted biological surveys including vegetatton
mapping and wetlands delineotton. Prepared biological resources technical report in support of
CEQA document. Prepared Program EIR for the long-term channel-maintenance project.
Worked with City engineering staff to avoid and minimize impacts to wetlands and sensitive
species. Obtained a memorandum of Understanding (MOU) from the CDFG and assisted in the
preparation of an Exotics Removal Plan.
Oceanside to Escondido Rail Project, North County Transit District (NCTD), Cities of Oceanside,
Vista, San Marcos and Escondido and County of San Diego, California. Conducted biological
surveys including vegetation mapping and wetlands delineation within the Loma Alta Creek,
Bueno Vista Creek, Bueno Creek, Agua Hedionda Creek, Son Marcos Creek, and Escondido
Creek Watersheds along the North County Transportation District right-of-way. Prepared and
processed permits from the ACOE, RWQCB and CDFG for impacts to non-tidal, adjacent
wetlands; impacts were associated with the rail system and stations. Prepared alternatives
analysis, functional values assessment, and conceptual wetlands mitigation plan. Prepared
documentation to support issuance of a Coastal Consistency Determination in accordance with
the California Coastal Act and a Biological Opinion from the FWS in accordance with the federal
Endangered Species Act. Prepared the biological resources report and CEQA/NEPA
documentation. NCTD was the lead CEQA agency and the Federal Transportation Administration
(FTA) was the lead NEPA agency. Other project-related issues relative to the National Historic
Preservation Act and Migratory Bird Treaty Act were resolved.
Creekside Marketplace, City of San Marcos Planning Department, City of San Marcos, California.
Conducted vegetation mapping for commercial shopping center adjacent to San Marcos Creek.
Prepared biological resources technical report in support of a CEQA document.
La Jolla Crossroads, La Jolla Crossroads, LLC, City of San Diego, California. Prepared and
processed wetlands permits from ACOE, RWQCB and CDFG for impacts to non-tidal wetlands
for mixed-use, in-fill project. Prepared alternatives analysis and functional values assessment.
Evaluated wetlands mitigation sites and prepared conceptual wetlands mitigation and monitoring
plan. Prepared CEQA Addendum for CDFG and conducted community outreach meetings for
wetlands mitigation site.
Public Park, City of San Diego Parks and Recreatton Department, City of San Diego, California.
Conducted biological investigations including vegetation mapping and wetlands delineation.
Prepared a biological technical resources report in support of CEQA documentation. Prepared
and processed permits from the ACOE, RWQCB and CDFG for the five-acre pork site in Subarea
IV. Prepared conceptual wetlands mitigation plan for onsite mitigation.
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KAREN J. MENDENHALL
ASSOCIATE PLANNER
Education
• B.S., Planning and Resource Management, Brigham Young University (2003)
• Minor: Business Management
Professional Affiliations
• American Planning Association
• Gamma Theta Upsilon
Experience
As an undergraduate, Ms. Mendenhall gained experience in the public sector working as on Intern at
the City of Lindon Planning Department in Utah. Some of her accomplishments included writing staff
reports, presenting on behalf of the planning director at planning commission meetings, processing
applications for residential development, and working on the Historic Preservation Committee. Ms.
Mendenhall was also responsible for the City's code enforcement program, answering the public's
questions and comments concerning planning and zoning and attending Planning Commission
meetings.
Prior to working for Dudek & Associates, Inc., Ms. Mendenhall worked as a Transportation Planner for
Fehr & Peers Associates, where her duties included data collection, trip generation, existing and future
conditions analysis, warrant analysis and development of mitigation measures. She simulated
operational conditions for various roadway networks, and design olfernattves including 1-15, Weber
County and Legacy Highway, Davis County. Ms. Mendenhall participated in corridor studies and
environmental impact statement preparation such as 3500 South, West Valley City, UT and 1-15
North Davis County, UT. She performed analysis on the impacts of extending Commuter Rail from
Salt Lake City to Weber County, UT. The study included travel demand modeling, parking plans and
transit planning.
As a staff member for Dudek & Associates, Ms. Mendenhall has broadened her skills in research,
analysis through her involvement in several planning and environmental studies. Her responsibilities
hove included all aspects of project planning from analysis and research. Ms. Mendenhall is
responsible for writing local, state and federal reports, and all other octivittes associated with assigned
projects. She has been involved in working on behalf of the City of Indio, writing resolutions,
ordinances, providing plan check services and assisting staff where needed. Her thoroughness
achieves positive client and agency satisfaction.
Ms. Mendenhall's knowledge of Microsoft applications. Arc View, Corel, Viper, SYNCHRO and Sim-
Traffic has allowed her to be accurate and efficient in her assigned tasks.
• The Springs Environmental Impact Report, City of Palm Springs, California. Responsible for
writing portions of on Environmental Impact Report for a 37-acre commercial development
located on the border of Palm Springs and Cathedral City. The development would include a
mixture of commercial, retail, and restaurant establishments including a Home Depot with outdoor
garden center. Key issues with this project included traffic along two major arterial roadways and
presence of hazardous materials. The site was formeriy a City dump area and therefore
monitoring to cleanup the project site was necessary as part of the project.
• Jefferson Medical Plaza Inittal Study/Mittgated Negative Dedaratton, City of Indio, California.
Served as a project analyst on an 8-acre acute medical care facility proposed in the City of Indio,
Riverside County. She was responsible for compiling CEQA documents and coordinating with the
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ASSOCIATE PLANNER
City and other local and State agencies. The inittal study/mitigated negattve declaration dealt
with complicated cultural resources issues.
• Century Vintage Homes Due Diligence ond Inittal Study/Mittgated Negative Dedaratton, City of
Desert Hot Springs, California. Project analyst responsible for conducttng due diligence and
attending scoping meetings for the project. The Initial Study/Mitigated Negattve Dedaratton
involved compiling information from a number of technical studies and developing appropriate
mitigation for checklist issues. Coordinated Specific Plan production and submittal. Issues that
were considered substantial included the project's close proximity to ton Alquist Priolo earthquake
zone.
• Cornerstone Developers Inittal Study/Mittgated Negattve Dedaratton, City of Indio, California.
Served as a project analyst for a residential subdivision in northern Indio, Riverside County.
Responsible for planning related tasks, including development of the project CEQA documents,
and coordination with state, federal, and county agencies. Acted as on extension to City staff in
preparation of Staff Reports and public hearing documents. The project involved development of
appropriate mitigations with regard to potential effects on air quality, biological, cultural, noise,
public services and traffic issues.
• Rilington Communittes Inittal Study/Mittgated Negative Dedaratton, City of Indio, California.
Served as a project analyst for the Affresco and Vista Laguna residential subdivisions in northern
Indio, Riverside County. Responsible for planning related tasks, including development of two
separate CEQA documents, and coordination with state, federal, and county agencies. Acted as
on extension to City staff in preparation of Staff Reports and public hearing documents. The
project involved development of appropriate mitigations with regard to potential effects on air
quality, biological, cultural, public services and traffic issues.
• Coachella Senior Housing, City of Coachella, California. Responsible for preparation of a
categorical exemption in compliance with NEPA for three senior homes in the City of Coachella,
California. Coordinated with US Department of Agriculture and responsible for collecting
pertinent information for inclusion in the environmental document.
• The Villas at the Vineyards Inittal Study, City of Coachella, California. Served as a project
manager on an Initial Study for on approximately 60 acre residential/hotel development and was
involved in research and compilation of the CEQA document, coordinatton and project meetings.
• Avante Mixed Use Development, City of Indio, California. Project analyst on a 55-acre mixed
used residential/commercial development proposed in the City of Indio's Gateway Conceptual
Specific Plan. Responsible for compiling CEQA documents and coordinattng with the City and
other local and State agencies. The inittal study/mitigated negative declaration dealt with
complicated land use and airport compatibility and noise issues due to it's proximity to the
Bermuda Dunes Airport and 1-10.
• Community Development Plan Check & Extension of City Staff Services, City of Indio, California.
Served as an extension of City staff by complettng plan checks for the City of Indio, preparing staff
reports and presenttng at Planning Commission on behalf of staff.
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NICOLE PEACOCK
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER/GEOLOGIST
Education / Certification
• University of California, Los Angeles, B.S., Civil & Environmental Engineering, 1999
• University of California, Los Angeles, B.S., Geology, 1 999
Professional Registration
• Professional Engineer, California No. 68775
Experience
Ms. Peacock has six years of environmental engineering and geology experience. She earned
Bachelor of Science degrees in Civil Engineering and Geology from UCLA in 1999. She has
performed numerous tasks dealing with hazardous waste investigation and remediotton projects while
working for Bechtel Nattonal, Inc. from 1999 until 2001 and Dudek & Associates, Inc. since 2001.
Job responsibilities have included Phase I and II site assessments, including those for school sites, soil,
soil vapor, and groundwater investigatton and remediation projects, preparing groundwater
monitoring reports and CERCLA and RCRA documents, landfill monitoring, and community relations.
Projects include the following:
• Rainbow Municipal Water District Groundwater Management Plan. Preparation of the
Groundwater Management Plan, which is unden/zoy, has thus for included collection and
evaluation of data from previous investtgotions, evaluotton of the surface water and groundwater
flow and quality based on previous data, water budget calculations, discussions of groundwater
production projects and monitoring efforts, and community relations.
• San Diego Former Agricultural Land Phase I ESA. Performed a Phase I ESA for a residential
development company in Son Diego, California in November 2002. Due to the knowledge that
the site was previously used for agriculture, Dudek collected soil samples and evaluated the
sampling data in the Phase I ESA. Soil samples were analyzed for chlorinated pesticides,
chlorinated herbicides, and organophosphorus pesticides. These analytes were not detected in
the soil samples. No additional recognized environmental conditions were noted.
• Storm Water Investtgattons. Performed wet weather surface water sampling at two sites on NAS
North Island. Prepared post-closure maintenance plans for the two sites that included monitoring
plans for surface water sampling. Performed dry weather surface water sampling upstream and
downstream from a landfill in Corona, California. Prepared the RWQCB-approved Sampling and
Analysis Plan for the surface water sampling.
• Groundwater Investtgattons. Performed groundwater monitoring at chlorinated solvent sites in
Stockton, Newport Beach, NAS North Island, and Naval Station San Diego, metals sites in Warner
Springs and NAS North Island, and petroleum hydrocarbon sites in Buena Park, San Diego, and
El Centro, California. Wrote several groundwater monitoring reports for these sites, evaluating
groundwater flow and contaminant fate and transport, including monitored natural attenuation.
• Newport Beach Aerospace Facility. Performed two pilot study tests at a Newport Beach,
California facility contaminated with chlorinated solvents; implemented in situ chemical oxidation
using potassium permanganate and implemented enhanced in situ bioremediation by injecting
ethanol as an electron donor for existing bacteria.
• Soil Vapor Investtgattons. Performed soil gas sampling for facilities contaminated with chlorinated
solvents in San Diego, Azusa, and Newport Beach, California.
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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER/GEOLOGIST
Sweetwater Union High School District Phase I ESAs and PEAs. Performed Phase I ESAs for Chula
Vista High School and Hilltop High School for the Sweetwater Union High School District. PEAs
were required for both sites due to nearby former underground storage tanks. Dudek negotiated
with DTSC to limit the PEA investtgotion area to the area of new constructton on the school sites,
in order to meet tight constructton deadlines. The PEA process is currently underway.
San Marcos Unified School District Phase I ESA. Performed a Phase I ESA for the San Marcos
Unified School District in November 2003. The subject property was undeveloped land
surrounded by residential and agricultural sites. Dudek observed potential asbestos-containing
material and worked with a Certified Asbestos Consultant to test the material. Dudek
recommended proper off-site disposal of the asbestos-containing material. Dudek discussed
potential issues with DTSC priorto submittal ofthe Phase I report.
City of Fontana Phase I and II ESAs. Performed four Phase I and II ESAs on current or former
commercial or light industrial sites for the City of Fontana. Performed soil and soil gas sampling
on a former gas station site, on auto body shop, a machine shop, and on RV repair facility.
Reported sample results were below standards and risk levels.
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VALORIE L. THOMPSON, PH.D.
PRINCIPAL
Dr. Thompson lias over sixteen years of experience in environmental planning, air quality
studies, air toxics emission evaluations, health risk assessments, and atmospheric
dispersion modeling and is the founder of Scientific Resources Associated. She has
managed numerous environmental planning, air quality, and risk assessment projects,
including preparation of air quality analysis for a variety of mixed-use, commercial, and
residential projects throughout southem Califomia.
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, Purdue University, 1986
M.S., Chemical Engineering, Purdue University, 1982
B.S., Chemistry, Eastem Michigan University, 1980
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS/AFFILIATIONS
Young Professional Award, Woodward-Clyde Consultants, 1991
Air and Waste Management Association
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Small Woman-Owned Business Enterprise/Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
Certification: Caltrans CT-030697
Califomia Department of General Services Small Business Certification: #0019779
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CEQA/NEPA Air Quality Analyses
Air Quality Analysis - Carlsbad Desalination Plant. Dr. Thompson prepared the Air
Quality Analysis for the proposed Carlsbad Desalination Plant in Carlsbad, Califomia.
The analysis included evaluating impacts associated with constmction and operation of
the plant, including fugitive dust, constmction equipment exhaust, emissions fi-om tmck
trips and worker commutes, and emissions from plant operations.
Air Quality Impact Assessment * Long Beach Residence Inn. Dr. Thompson
prepared the Air Quality Impact Analysis for a proposed Marriott Residence Inn project
at the Port of Long Beach. The project included evaluating potential impacts from
constmction of the project, as well as evaluating impacts from project-related traffic and
addressing the potential for cumulative impacts.
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Air Quality Impact Assessment - Merriam Mountains Project. As part of a multi-
disciplinary team. Dr. Thompson was responsible for the preparation of an Air Quality
Technical Report to address potential air quality impacts associated with a large
residential development in northem San Diego County. The analysis included evaluating
constmction phasing and impacts associated with heavy constmction equipment and
traffic, evaluating impacts from project-related operations, including traffic and energy
use, and addressing potential health risks associated with diesel particulate.
Air Quality Impact Assessment - Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. Dr.
Thompson prepared the Air Quality Impact Assessment for the proposed Phase II
repowering of the Haynes Generating Station in Long Beach, Califomia. The project
included evaluating potential criteria pollutant and toxic air contaminant impacts
associated with the installation of two new combustion turbines to replace existing older
boilers on site, and evaluating the net air quality benefit of decommissioning the existing
boilers. The project involved conducting analyses of various proposed design
configurations and stack heights to determine potential worst case impacts for the
Environmental Impact Report. The project also involved evaluating emissions associated
with the project constmction and emissions and impacts from startup/shutdown and
diesel readiness testing. The analysis was prepared in accordance with South Coast Air
Quality Management District guidelines.
Air Quality Analysis - Sugarbush Residential Development. In support of the
Negative Declaration, Dr. Thompson prepared the Air Quality Analysis for a proposed
60-residence development located in northem San Diego County, Califomia. The project
included an evaluation of constmction emissions, including diesel particulate, and
operational impacts associated with traffic accessing the development. The project also
included conducting a risk screening analysis of the diesel emissions associated with both
constmction and operational traffic.
Air Quality Analysis - Crestlake Residential Development. Dr. Thompson prepared
the Air Quality Analysis for a proposed residential development located in Alpine,
Califomia. The project included an evaluation of constmction emissions, including
diesel particulate, and operational impacts associated with traffic accessing the
development. The project also included conducting a risk screening analysis of the diesel
emissions associated with both constmction and operational traffic to address potential
risks to existing residences near the site. Dr. Thompson also assisted in the identification
and assessment of feasible mitigation measures to mitigate potential impacts.
Air Quality Analysis - Camp Pendleton Tertiary Treatment Plant. Dr. Thompson
prepared a fast-track update to the air quality analysis for the proposed constmction and
operation of the Camp Pendleton Tertiary Treatment Plant that is proposed for the
treatment of wastewater generated at Camp Pendleton. The project included assessing
constmction emissions associated with the various phases of constmction, and evaluating
the conformity of the constmction phase of the project with the San Diego State
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Implementation Plan. The assessment also included evaluating the potential for adverse
impacts associated with odors generated from wastewater treatment processes.
Air Quality Analysis - Del Lago Bus Rapid Transit Center. Dr. Thompson prepared
the Air Quality Analysis for a bus rapid transit center located in northem San Diego
County, Califomia. The project involved evaluating constmction and impacts associated
with bus and personal vehicle traffic accessing the center.
Air Quality Analysis - Mira Mesa Bus Rapid Transit Center. Dr. Thompson
prepared the Air Quality Analysis for a bus rapid transit center located in the Mira Mesa
area of San Diego, Califomia. The project involved evaluating constmction and impacts
associated with bus and personal vehicle traffic accessing the center.
Air Quality Analysis - San Diego Technology Center. Dr. Thompson prepared the Air
Quality Analysis for a proposed industrial/research and development project located in
San Diego, Califomia. The project included assessing emissions associated with traffic
increases associated with the project. The analysis also address CO "hot spots" in the
project vicinity associated with project-related traffic. Dr. Thompson also assisted in the
identification and assessment of feasible mitigation measures to mitigate potential
impacts.
Air Quality Analysis - Lincoln Avenue Road Widening Project. For the City of
Corona, Dr. Thompson prepared the air quality analysis and CO "hot spots" evaluation
for the proposed widening of Lincoln Avenue. The project included interface with
Caltrans District 8 and preparation of the evaluation to address the potential for CO "hot
spots" in the project vicinity.
Air Quality Analysis - East Sycamore Commercial Development. For the City of
Vista, Dr. Thompson prepared the air quality analysis and CO "hot spots" evaluation for
a proposed commercial development to be located in the City. The project involved CO
"hot spots" modeling with the CALINE4 model to address the potential for CO "hot
spots" to form due to increased traffic in the project vicinity.
Air Quality Analysis - UTC Expansion. Dr. Thompson is prepared the Air Quality
Analysis for the proposed expansion of the University Towne Center commercial
development in San Diego, Califomia. The project involved evaluating air quality
impacts associated with development altematives, including traffic at congested
intersections.
Air Quality Analysis - The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe. Dr. Thompson prepared the
Air Quality Analysis and Air Quality Technical Report for a residential development
located in north San Diego County. The analysis included evaluating constmction and
operational impacts associated with the project.
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Air Quality Evaluation - San Elijo Ridge Development. Dr. Thompson prepared the
air quality evaluation for a proposed residential development in North San Diego County.
The project involved estimating emissions from constmction during four constmction
phases, and assisting the client in evaluating their options for phasing constmction and
use of heavy equipment to mitigate potential impacts.
Air Quality Analysis and Risk Evaluation - Science Research Park, UCSD. Dr.
Thompson prepared the. air quality anlaysis and risk evaluation for a proposed Science
Research Park development at the University of Califomia, San Diego. The project
involved estimating amounts of air toxics that could be released on a routine basis from
the facility due to normal operations of the facility. The project also involved estimating
whether the chemical usage is acceptable from a health risk standpoint.
Air Quality Impact Analysis - La Jolla Commons. Dr. Thompson prepared the air
quality evaluation of the proposed La Jolla Commons project in San Diego. The analysis
involved estimating emissions associated with constmction and operation of the project,
and evaluating the project's compliance with air quality standards.
PUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
Thompson, V. L., and Westbrook, J. 2001. "Case Studies in Air Dispersion Modeling."
Presented at AWMA West Coast Secfion Meefing, San Diego, Califomia.
Thompson, V. L., Nakamura, P., Lester, W. C, and Clayton, J. R. Jr. 1998.
"Multipathway Human Health Risk Assessment for Marine Sediments in Pearl Harbor,
Hawaii." Presented at SETAC Annual Meeting, Charlotte, North Carolina.
Thompson, V. L. 1993. "Source Term Esfimation for a Hydrochloric Acid Release."
AWMA Proceedings, Annual Meeting, Denver, Colorado.
Thompson, V. L. 1990. "Acute vs. Chronic Risk." Presentafion at A.I.Ch.E. Summer
National Meeting, San Diego, Califomia.
Thompson, V.L. and Greenkom, R. A. 1988. "Non-Gaussian Dispersion in Model
Smokestack Plumes," A.I.Ch.E. J., V. 34, p. 223.
Thompson, V. L. 1986. "Non-Ideal Dispersion in Power Plant Plumes," Ph.D. Thesis,
Purdue University.
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JOHN R. COOK
PRESIDENT
Total Years of Experience: 30
Educatton:
B.A. 1976/Anthropology/San Diego State University
B.A. 1976/Philosophy/San Diego State University
Registrattons:
1983 Register of Professional Archaeologists
Professional Profile:
Mr. Cook has more than 31 years of professional archaeological experience, including 27 years of
experience in the administration of regional cultural resource management consulting firms. He has
been a member of the Register of Professional Archaeologists since 1983, and was accredited in field
research, theoretical research, and archaeological administration by the former Society of Professional
Archaeologists. As owner and President of ASM Affiliates since its incorporatton in 1977, Mr. Cook
has managed and supervised 1,200 cultural resource management projects and master contracts. In
the capacity of Principal Investigator, Supervisory Archaeologist, and technical analyst, Mr. Cook has
experience throughout California, Arizona, and Nevada on all types of cultural resource studies. He
has developed particular strengths in lithic analysis, quantitative methods, predictive modeling, and
government compliance procedures. Mr. Cook is the Director of the Imperial Valley College Desert
Museum.
Mr. Cook has been responsible for the coordination of cultural resource management studies and
related resource analysis issues for environmental impact reports, assessments, and statements. He
has managed and supervised major federal contract efforts for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
Department of the Navy SWDIV, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, Western Area
Power Administration, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the U.S. Forest Service. He has also managed
State and local agency contracts for the California Department of Transportation, the City of Son
Diego, Imperial Irrigation District, and the counties of San Diego, Riverside, and Imperial.
Selected Project Experience
Archaeological Studies at CaHsbad State Beach, California State Parks, CaHsbad, San Diego County,
California. As Project Manager, oversaw archaeological investigations of a known prehistoric
archeological site located within CaHsbad State Beach to determine the effects of installation of a
sprinkler and drainage system. Administered contract, managed archaeological studies, and oversaw
permitting by State Parks. Reviewed technical report and managed budget.
Robertson Ranch Project, BRG Consulttng, CaHsbad, San Diego County, California. As Project
Manager, conducted third-party review of another contractor's technical archaeological study of for
the proposed development of Robertson Ranch in CaHsbad. Reviewed site records and oversaw
fieldwork. Commented on validity of original contractor's determination of potenttal site significance.
Mode recommendation for future studies of sites within the project area.
Cultural Resources Inventory and Archaeological Monitoring for the Proposed Replacement of the
Railroad Bridge Over Agua Hedionda Lagoon, BRG Consulttng, CaHsbad, San Diego County,
California. As Project Manager, directed records search and cultural resource inventory for the
proposed replacement of Bridge 230.6 over Agua Hedionda Lagoon in CaHsbad. Mode
recommendattons regarding two previously recorded sites identified within the proposed project Area
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PRESIDENT
of Potential Effects. Currently managing archaeological monitoring of ground disturbing activities at
the sites.
Leucadia County Water District Reclaimed Water Program, Dudek and Associates under contract to
the Leucadia County Water District, Leucadia, San Diego County, California. Mr. Cook managed a
cultural resource inventory for the area to be affected by proposed expansion of Leucadia County
Water District's reclaimed water supply system. Oversaw archaeological work including a review of
records searches and reconnaissance of the project area, as well as solicitation of Native American
input regarding potential Indian Trust Assets and other concerns.
Del Mar Bluffs Stabiiizatton Project, North County Transit District, San Diego County, California. As
Principal Investigator, Mr. Cook directed a study performed to determine the presence or absence of
potentially significant prehistoric and historic resources within the project boundaries. Managed a
review of all site records and reports on file with the Museum of Man and the South Coastal
Information Center and on intensive pedestrian survey of the entire project area of potential effect.
Pankey Ranch Project, Pardee Homes, San Diego County, California. Mr. Cook managed survey of
386 acres north of the San Luis Rey River, east of Interstate 15 in Son Diego County for a proposed
62-acre residential development. Guided archival and field studies of the property as well as Native
American consultation for the project. Managed manual excavation and the implementation of
mechanical trenching to delineate the site limits. Coordinated all studies with ASM's client.
Castlerock Development Project, Pardee Homes, Santee, San Diego County, California. Mr. Cook
managed survey and testing of three archaeological sites for a proposed residential development near
MCAS Miramar in Son Diego County. Testing entailed coordination with Explosive Ordinance
Demolition contractor.
Data Recovery and Archaeological Monitoring for the Salt Creek Ranch Project, McMillin Companies,
Chula Vista, San Diego County, California. Mr. Cook managed Phase III data recovery of five
archaeological sites and archaeological monitoring of more than 800 acres for a residential
development project. Supervised the data recovery program and guided the monitoring phase.
Monitoring identified one archaeological deposit. Managed testing of this deposit. Coordinated
testing of deposit with archaeological monitoring personnel, the City of Son Diego, and the
Environmental Program Manager.
Naval Facilittes Engineering Command, SWDIV Cultural Resources Contract, Department of the Navy
SWDIV, California, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington. Mr. Cook managed
33 task orders under two consecutive as-needed contracts for SWDIV. These include 45 National
Register eligibility evaluattons of prehistoric and historic sites and preparation of GIS cultural resource
database systems on MCB Camp Pendleton; historic building assessments on Naval Air Station North
Island; archaeological monitoring at NWS Seal Beach; NAGPRA compliance for the Submarine Base
on Point Loma; and archeological survey, excavation, GIS, and site signing on Son Clemente Island.
Oversaw the preparation of Integrated Cultural Resource Management Plans and Research Designs.
Developed and implemented a unique and effecttve approach of geoarchoeological coring to identify
deeply buried cultural deposits in alluvial contexts. Managed on extremely sensitive data recovery
project, which dealt with NAGPRA issues. Managed the creation of a series of public outreach
interpretive displays for MCB Camp Pendleton. Managed the design, implementation, and ongoing
update to on easy to use, customized version of ArcView GIS based on Camp Pendleton's
Archaeology GIS system.
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SUSAN M. HECTOR, PH.D.
PRINCIPAL
Total Years of Experience: 30 years
Educatton:
Ph.D. 1 984/Anthropology/University of California, Los Angeles
M.A. 1 978/Anthropology/University of California, Los Angeles
B.A. 1 975/Anthropology/University of California, Los Angeles
Professional Profile:
Dr. Susan Hector has over 30 years of experience with prehistoric, historic, and ethnographic cultural
resources. She has prepared more than 160 compliance technical reports for federal, state, and local
agencies. Dr. Hector has authored many scientific articles and publications, and mode technical and
popular presentottons on prehistoric and historic archaeology. She has professional experience with
the cultural resources of the Great Basin, American Southwest, and California. She has special
expertise in the development of management plans for cultural resources located within open space
preserves or porks. She has developed a unique system of management recommendations and an
implementation program to integrate cultural resources with habitat conservation. Dr. Hector worked
for the County of Son Diego Department of Parks and Recreation for 1 2 years, ending as the Director
of the department. While working for the County of San Diego, Dr. Hector successfully obtained
grants for historic preservation and natural resource conservation. She was directly responsible for the
management of historic and prehistoric cultural sites located within the county park system.
Dr. Hector has directed and completed archaeological and historical research projects, field surveys
and inventories, test programs, and data recovery projects throughout the west. She has special
expertise in ethnobotany, shellfish analysis, lithic tool analysis, historical artifacts, ethnography and
ethnohistory, and hunter-gatherer special activity areas. Her diverse background also includes
museum curation and project management. She has also taught classes in anthropology and
archaeology at the college level in Los Angeles and Son Diego.
Selected Project Experience
City of CaHsbad Cultural Resource Guidelines, City of CaHsbad, San Diego County, California. As
Principal Investigator, prepared cultural resource guidelines for CaHsbad under a grant from the State
Office of Historic Preservation to the City of CaHsbad.
An Archaeological Survey of the Eaton Hills Property, CaHsbad, San Diego County, California. As
Principal Investigator, conducted archaeological survey of a residential property in CaHsbad. One
prehistoric shell midden site was identified and documented.
Archaeological Excavations at SDM-W-132 (SDI-10024), CaHsbad, San Diego County, Califomia. As
Principal Investigator, directed data recovery excavation as mitigation of a Malcolm Rogers shell midden site.
Archaeological Test Excavattons on the Hillebrecht Property, CaHsbad, San Diego County, California.
As Principal Investigator, directed collection of surface artifacts and test excavattons at three
prehistoric shell midden sites near Agua Hedionda Lagoon.
Archaeological Test Excavattons at SDI-9700, Sycamore Creek, CaHsbad, San Diego County,
California. As Principal Investtgator, conducted mittgotton excavations and surface collections at two
loci of this prehistoric site located along Sycamore Creek. Also, prepared a presentation of a research
design for mitigatton excavations at three other sites within the project area.
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SUSAN M. HECTOR, PH.D.
PRINCIPAL
Archaeological Excavatton of SDI-5601/SDM-W-1293, CaHsbad, San Diego County, California. As
Principal Investigator, conducted data recovery at this prehistoric site.
Archaeological Investtgattons at SDM-W-1459/SDI-5224, City Public Safety Center, CaHsbad, San
Diego County, California. As Principal Investigator, conducted data recovery as mittgotton for a
prehistoric archaeological site prior to the construction of the Public Safety Center.
Archaeological Investtgattons for Phases II and III, CaHsbad Research Center, CaHsbad, San Diego
County, California. As Principal Investigator, conducted data recovery excavation as mitigation of five
prehistoric archaeological sites within the project area.
Encina Pipeline Archaeological Survey, CaHsbad, San Diego County, California. As Principal Investigator,
directed survey of the two-mile Encina Water Pipeline within CaHsbad. Managed the documentation of
fourteen archaeological sites identified within the pipeline corridor as a results of the survey.
The Cultural Resources of CaHsbad Highlands, CaHsbad, San Diego County, California. As Principal
Investigator, directed field survey of more than 300 acres in the CaHsbad Highlands area of the city.
Managed the documentation of three sites identified during the survey.
Assessment of SDM-W-133, CaHsbad, San Diego County, California. As Principal Investtgator,
directed evaluation of a prehistoric archaeological site recorded by Malcolm Rogers in the 1 920s.
Directed excavation at the site and managed preparation of the resulting technical report.
Open Space Preserve Management, County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreatton, San
Diego County, California. As Project Manager, conducted cultural and natural resource inventories
for planning and operations for Otay Valley Regional Pork, Los Pefiasquitos Canyon Preserve, El
Capitan Open Space Preserve, Wilderness Gardens Preserve, Ookoosis Open Space Preserve, Mt.
Gower Open Space Preserve, Hellhole Open Space Preserve, Volcan Mountain Preserve, Mount
Olympus Open Space Preserve, Tijuana River Valley Regional Park, San Elijo Lagoon Ecological
Reserve, Rancho Guajome Adobe, and Lower Otay Regional Pork.
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park Master Plan Cultural Resources Impact Assessment, City of San Diego,
Sunset Cliffs, San Diego County, California. As Principal Investigator, managed on update of
preliminary assessments of the significance of 15 historic and prehistoric cultural resources within this
City of San Diego pork. Supervised the inventory update, and reviewed proposed changes and
improvements at the pork, including trails, parking areas, and habitat restoration. Mode
recommendations to ovoid adverse impacts to cultural resources.
Santa Margarita Railroad Bridge Replacement and Double Tracking Project, BRG Consulttng, San
Diego County, California. As Principal Investigator, managed cultural resource studies supporting the
proposed replacement of the Santa Margarita Bridge and construction of a second track for several
miles north and south of the bridge. A portion of the project is located on MCB Camp Pendleton.
Conducted an historical assessment of the bridge, built in the eoHy 1920s, and evaluated the
historical significance of the track, bed, and culverts. Managed archaeological survey of the proposed
project area (which included access roads and staging areas) conducted on federal land and within
the right-of-way. Supervised testing of one prehistoric archaeological site to determine eligibility for
the Notional Register, and obtained federal permitting.
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SINEAD NI GHABHLAIN, PH.D.
SENIOR ARCHAEOLOGIST
Total Years of Experience: 20 years
Educatton:
1 995 Ph.D., Archaeology, University of California, Los Angeles
1 983 M.A., Honors, Archaeology, Notional University of Ireland, Dublin
1980 B.A., Honors, Archaeology and French, University College, Dublin, Ireland
Registrattons:
2000 Register of Professional Archaeologists
Professional Profile:
Dr. Nl Ghobhldin has more than 20 years of professional and academic experience in archaeological
research, fieldwork, and publication in the American Southwest and in Europe. Her research interests
and professional experience include historical archaeology, architectural history, museum
administration, prehistoric archaeology of the American Southwest, and medieval archaeology. Dr. Nf
Ghabhiain earned her Ph.D. in Archaeology, with a research focus on the archaeology and history of
medieval chiefdoms, regional spatial analysis and architectural history, from the University of
California, Los Angeles in 1995. She has received twelve research grants totaling $260,000, which
have supported her research projects.
Dr. Nl Ghabhiain currently serves as Senior Historic Archaeologist at ASM. In this role, she is charged
with historic structure evaluations (bridges, canals, flumes, railroads, historic residences and other
buildings), evaluation and data recovery of historic archaeological sites, archival research, and
historic artifact analyses. Her experience includes preparation of Historic American Engineering
Record (HAER) documentation. Since joining ASM Affiliates in 2000, Dr. Ni Ghabhiain has directed
over 70 cultural resource studies and has authored a similar number of technical reports. In her
capacity as Senior Historical Archaeologist, she has also continued her professional education by
taking a number of focused courses and seminars relating to historic sites archaeology, historic
preservation. Section 106 and CEQA, historic properties surveys, historic landscapes and eligibility
evaluation of historic buildings.
Selected Project Experience
Calavera Dam Historic Evaluation, Planning Systems, Inc., CaHsbad, San Diego County, California.
As Principal Investigator for a Notional Register evaluation of the ca. 1942 Lake Calavera Dam,
prepared the project budget and scope, conducted all coordinatton with the client and project
engineer, completed field inspection and detailed recording of the dam and its associated structures,
conducted archival research to recover original design drawings and photographs of the dam,
researched the history of water development in the County and in the City of CaHsbad, developed on
historic context for the Lake Calavera Dam, prepared Department of Parks and Recreation forms and
wrote the historic evaluation.
Agua Hedionda Bridge Historic Properties Sun/ey and Evaluation, BRG Consulting, Inc. and North
County Transit District, Oceanside, San Diego County, California. As Principal Investigator, directed a
Class I records search and literature review, field sun/ey, and evaluation of one railroad bridge for
National Register eligibility. Completed all coordination between the client, North Coastal Transit
District engineers, the ASM archaeologist who completed the field survey, and a subcontractor who
completed the bridge evaluation; managed the project budget; and reviewed and edited the draft
survey and bridge evaluation reports.
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SINEAD NI GHABHLAIN, PH.D.
SENIOR ARCHAEOLOGIST
Amtrak O'Neill to Flores Evaluation, BRG Consulting, Inc., MCB Camp Pendleton, San Diego
County, California. Co-Principal Investigator for a National Register evaluation of prehistoric site CA-
SDI-16406. Wrote research design for the eligibility evaluation, submitted federal permit request to
Department of the Navy, coordinated between the Camp Pendleton Base Archaeologist, Department
of the Navy personnel. State Historic Preservation Officer and the client. Supervised four field
archaeologists and two Native American monitors during fieldwork. Reviewed draft technical report
and submitted to client and agencies.
Santa Margarita Bridge Survey and Evaluotton, BRG Consulting, MCB Camp Pendleton, San Diego
County, California. As Principal Investtgator, conducted a National Register evaluation of the Sonto
Margarita Bridge and prehistoric site SDI-4545. Wrote the research design for the evaluation of 5DI-
4545, prepared the application for the federal permit required by SWDIV, coordinated with the client,
SWDIV, Camp Pendleton Base Archaeologist, Army Corps archaeologist, the North County Transit
District engineers, and ASM personnel who directed the field evaluation. Reviewed and edited the
draft technical report. For the evaluation of the Santa Margarita River Bridge, coordinated with
subcontractor who completed the bridge evaluation, reviewed and edited report. Managed the
budget for the projects.
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park Project, City of San Diego Parks and Recreation, San Diego County,
California. As Principal Investigator, conducted historic evaluation of eight buildings within the Sunset
Cliffs Natural Park. Documented the buildings, conducted archival research to determine the age and
history of each of the buildings, developed a historic context for the Point Loma Theosophical Society,
coordinated with the City of San Diego archaeologist and the City parks planners, evaluated each of
the buildings, wrote the evaluation report to ARMR standards, and prepared appropriate DPR forms.
One resource, the Corbin House, associated with the Point Loma Theosophical Society was
recommended eligible to the State and City Registers.
Del Mar Bluffs Stabilization Project, Project Design Consultants, Del Mar, San Diego County,
California. Supervised field survey, documented historic resources, conducted historic research at Del
Mar Historical Society and the Son Diego Railroad Museum, wrote on historical context for the AT&SF
roil line through Del Mar. The cultural resource survey identified a number of historic structures
associated with the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe's 1910 railroad alignment through Del Mar,
including retaining walls, culverts, remains of a footbridge and gazebo. Evaluated one spillway
associated with the rail line and produced a survey report and evaluation report.
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David B. Evans
Senior Associate
Mr. Evans has over 18 years experience at Geocon specializing in
technically challenging landslide mitigation projects throughout
San Diego County including 4S Ranch, Black Mountain Ranch,
Evans Point, Kelly Ranch, Fanita Ranch, Scripps Northridge
Business Park and Rancho Carrillo. His expertise focuses on
geoteehnic^ exploration, project management, and technical
support during development of large master-planned communities.
Mr. Evans has attended landslide technical workshops in Spain,
England, Poland and Norway and has "down-hole" logged over
520 exploratory borings, most of which were in problematic
geologic formations and complex landslides. Several notable
projects include:
Black Mountain Ranch Reclaimed Water Reservoir Project,
San Diego, California. Two proposed sites were evaluated for a
1,000-acre-foot reclaimed water reservoir with an earth-fill dam
on the 4,500-acre Black Mountain Ranch project. The geologic
conditions at both locations were non-conducive for reservoir
siting due to ancient landslides and bedrock shear zones. Mr.
Evans managed and performed the intensive geotechnical
investigation for both sites and an alteraative site on the 4S Ranch
property which was approved by DSOD.
48 Ranch Neighborhood 1, San Diego, California. The 3,500-
acre 4S Ranch master-planned community is located in northera
San Diego County. Neighborhood 1 includes 830 residential pads
and two school sites. The presence of ancient landslide deposits
and bedrock shear zones initially yielded a slope buttress volume
of approximately one million cubic yards. Mr. Evans managed and
performed the engineering geologic aspects of a geotechnical
investigation, which refined the mapping of complex geologic
conditions and reduced the buttress volume by approximately
400,000 cubic yards.
Evans Point, Carlsbad, California. Geocon performed an
intensive landslide study prior to construction and provided
geotechnical engineering services during mass grading for the
Evans Point residential subdivision. Grading included removal or
buttressing of 12 ancient landslide deposits. Construction
challenges included reactivation of several landslides, segmented
buttressing, deep alluvium, and highly expansive soils. Mr. Evans
performed the field investigation and engineering geologic
analysis during project development.
EDUCATION
• University of New Mexico
- Bachelor of Science,
Geology, 1986
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
• Registered Geologist, CA
• Certified Engineering Geologist, CA
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Association of Engineering Geologists
Inland Geological Society
San Diego Association of Geologists
South Coast Geological Society
American Society of Civil Engineers,
Geotechnical Engineering Division
TVschiiolo0iea, Inc.
ERIK O. RUEHR, P.E.
Director of Traffic Engineering
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-three (23) years [Seven (7) 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
AFFILIATIONS
• Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), Member
1992-2005; 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
1989-2005; Member, Committee on Highway Capacity
and Quality of Service 1996-2004; 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 1995-
1999
• Member, San Diego Highway Development Association,
1991-2005
• Member, Women's Transportation Seminar, 1987-2005
• Member, Southwest Region Transportation Model
Users Group, 1991-2004
EXPERIENCE
Intelligent Transportation Systems
• 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 Avenue/University Avenue Traffic Signal/Air
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
Railroad/Trucking 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
Carisbad, California Growth Management Plan Traffic
Monitoring Program, 1994-2001
Traffic Control Plans for Rancho Bernardo Pipeline No.
2, City of San Diego
Traffic Control Plans for the Manchester Wetland
Mitigation Project (Encinitas, California)
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
Roadway Design
Conceptual design of the roadway system serving the
Minneapolis/St. 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)
T^Bohnolof^es, Inc.
ERIK O. RUEHR, P.E.
Director of Traffic Engineering
EXPERIENCE
• 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)
Traffic Signal Design
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 ofthe 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 ofthe City Traffic Impact Study Manual
Assistance to the City of San Diego, California 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: Carisbad, California; Santa
Barbara, California; Danville, California
• City of Concord, Califomia Pari<ing Meter Feasibility
Analysis
Transportation Planning
Corridor Studies
• State Route 56 Corridor (San Diego, California)
• Mid County Parkway (Riverside County, 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 Road/State 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 25/lnterstate 40 Major Investment Study
(Albuquerque, New Mexico)
• South Tulare County East-West Road Study (Tulare
County, CA)
System Financing
• 2000 Fresno County Measure "C" Vz % Sales Tax
Extension Expenditure Plan
• Traffic Engineering Analysis for the Laguna Public
Facilities Financing Plan (Sacramento County,
California)
Transportation Plans
• Circulation Elements ofthe General Plan: Solana
Beach, CA; Palm Springs, CA; Imperial Beach, CA;
Brawley, CA; Dixon, CA; Sanger, CA; Holtville, CA; El
Centro, CA: Perris, CA
• Riverside County Integrated Plan - Comprehensive
analysis of transportation corridors, multiple species
habitat conservation, and update ofthe circulation
element ofthe 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
& Environmental Impact Report Update
Goods Movement
• San Joaquin Valley Goods Movement Study
• Southern California Association of Governments Truck
Origin-Destination Survey and Counts
• Transportation Analysis ofthe Impacts of NAFTA on the
Southern California Region
Travel Forecasting Models
• Comprehensive Traffic Forecasting Models: Palm
Springs, CA; Chico, CA; Danville, CA; Durango, CO
• Maintenance and Updates of the Riverside County
Integrated Plan (RCIP) Regional Travel Forecasting
Model
• Review and Update of SANDAG Regional Traffic Model
Forecasts for the City of Poway, CA
Bicycle Planning
• Chula Vista, California Bikeway Plan
" Toledo, Ohio 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
forthe 1991 Update ofthe Highway Capacity Manual
• Automatic Updating of Traffic Signal Timing Using
Traffic Detectors (1.5 GC)
T^tchnolotfies, Inc
JEFFREY W. STINE,
Senior Transportation Analyst
EDUCATION
• Miramar College, Associate of Arts: Business
Administration
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
• Management -10 Years
• Planning ~ 6 Years
AFFILIATIONS
• Member, Southwest Region Transportation Model
Users' Group, 1996-99
EXPERIENCE
Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Central California Coast ITS Strategic Deployment
Plan - Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Benito, San Luis
Obispo, and Santa Barbara Counties - TransCore
Prime Contractor
• Inland Empire Early Deployment Plan (EDP) - ITS
Strategic Plan - Riverside and San Bernardino
Counties - TransCore - Prime Contractor
• SANBAG Smart Call Box Monitoring Program
• ROTC Smart Call Box Monitoring Program
• Nationwide Motorist Aid Study for TITAN Systems
Inc.
• Development and Implementation of the Riverside
County Congestion Management Program (CMP)
including: Design of an ITS System for Traffic
Monitoring Purposes and Evaluation of LOS
Methodologies
• TSM Applications for Various Transportation Projects
including: ITS, Environmental Enhancement
Activities, Bikeways, Airport Improvements, Transit
Improvements, and TCM Implementation
• 1-95 Coalition - ITS Projects - Web Site
Development, Travelers Alert Mapping, and 1-95
Construction Advisory for twelve East Coast States
Transportation Planning
Regional Transportation Plans
• 2001 SCAG RTP Update - Technical Support to the
RTP TAC
• Madera County, CA 2001 Regional Transportation
Plan & Environmental Impact Report Update
Circulation Elements
County of Riverside General Plan Circulation Element
& Community Environment Transportation
Acceptability Process (CETAP), 1999-2000
City of Sanger General Plan Circulation Element
1999-2000
City of Atwater General Plan Circulation Element,
1999-2000
Tulare County General Plan Circulation Element,
1996-00: Streets and Highways, Transit, Rail, Non-
Motorized
City Lemoore General Plan EIR and Circulation
Element: Streets and Highways, Transit, Rail, Non-
Motorized
City of Visalia General Plan Circulation Element,
1992-00: Streets and Highways, Transit, Rail, Non-
Motorized
City of Fresno General Plan Circulation Element;
1996-97: Streets and Highways, Transit, Rail, Non-
Motorized
Pixley Community Circulation Study; 1995-97: Streets
and Highways, Transit, Rail, Non-Motorized
Various other Circulation Elements in Fresno County
Congestion Management
Riverside County CMP and Related Monitoring and
Implementation 1991-2000
Corridor Studies
Mid County Parkway Project, Riverside County
Transportation Commission
Fresno and Madera County East-West Corridor
Phase 1 - MIS, 1996-1998
Fresno-Madera County East-West Corridor Study -
Phase 2 - Bridge Assessment, Civil Engineering -
URS Greiner Prime - Under Preparation
Assistance with the Hemdon Avenue Corridor Study
Assistance with the SR 41, SR 168, and SR 180
Corridor Studies
System Financing
2000 Fresno County Measure "C 72% Sales Tax
Extension Expenditure Plan ~ Staff Assistance
TEA - 21 Funding Applications for the City of
Kingsburg, 1999-2000
TEA - 21 CMAQ Funding Applications for the City of
Porterville
ROTO Measure A Vz Cent Sales Tax Strategic Plan
and Issues Paper - Staff Assistance
On-Call Services: Bechtel Corporation/FCTA
Measures C Program, 1996 -1998
TWihnolofies, Inc
JEFFREY W. STINE,
Transportation Planner
EXPERIENCE, Continued
Origin-Destination Surveys
• Yuma, Arizona External Auto & Truck Origin-
Destination Sun/ey, 1996-1997
• Flagstaff Origin-Destination Survey, 1997
• Southern California Association of Governments
Goods Movement Truck Count Study
Aviation
• Fresno-Chandler Airport Master Plan EIR, Traffic and
Air Quality Assessments
Goods Movement
• San Joaquin Valley Goods Movement Study - STAA
Issues, Surveys, Other Technical Support
• Southern California Association of Govemments
Goods Movement Truck Count Study
Traffic Engineering
Fresno/Madera County East-West Corridor - Phase 2
- Detailed Engineering, Technical Assistance
On-Call Management Services: Traffic Engineering,
Modeling, LOS Analysis; Bechtel, Fresno County
Transportation Authority (FCTA); SR 168 and 180
SCAG Traflic Monitoring Program - 1999 -
TransCore Prime
Numerous Traffic Impact Assessments for
Development Projects in Tulare, Madera, Fresno,
Kern, Tulare, Kings,
Monterey, Riverside and San Diego Counties
On-Call Traffic Engineering for Caltrans District 11 in
San Diego County
Review of Numerous Traffic Impact Assessments
(TIAs) for Various Development Proposals Related to
ROTC CMP Implementation and Monitoring Program
Signal System Timing and Traffic Flow Analysis -
Otay Nestor, San Diego, CA
National City Signal Coordination Study
City of San Diego Traffic Counts
National City Traffic Counts