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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPCR SERVICES CORP - 2000-08-21 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH 2000 MAIN STREET CALIFORNIA 92648 OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK CONNIE BROCKWAY CITY CLERK LETTER OF TRANS'-NHTTAL OF ITEM APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL/ REDEVELOPIVIENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH DATE: August 28, 2000 TO: PCR Services Corporation ATTENTION: Gregory Broughton, Pres. Name One ,Venture, Suite 150 DEPARTMENT: Street Irvine, CA 92618-3328 REGARDING: Professional Services City,State,Zip Contract - re: EIR/Lowe r.s See Attached Action Agenda Item E-19 Date of Approval 8--21-00 T Enclosed For Your Records Is An Executed Copy Of The Above Referenced Agenda Item. ` Remarks: . Connie Brockway City Clerk Attachments: Action Agenda Page x Agreement x Bonds Insurance x RCA Deed Other CC: H. Zelefsky Planning x x x Name Department RCA Agreement Insurance Other D. Bankey Planning x x x Name Department RCA Agreement Insurance Other C. Chie Planning x x x Name Department RCA Agreement Insurance Other Name Department RCA Agreement Insurance Other C. Mendoza x x F Risk Management Dept. Insurance i Telephone:714-536-5227) &Y OF HUNTINGTON BEAC FETING DATE: A B PL M August 21, 2000 DEPARTME a NUM 0-42} C. R �t to Council/Agency Meeting Held: 8- Zt.tao Deferred/Continued to: Approved ❑ Conditional Approved Cl Denied W- rk's Signature ouncil Meeting Date: August 21, 2000 Department ID Number: PLOQ-42 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ti REQUEST FOR ACTION - SUBMITTED TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS -- ~- " C_. . SUBMITTED BY: RAY SILVER, City Administratora0w y } PREPARED BY: HOWARD ZELEFSKY, Director of Planning SUBJECT: APPROVE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH PCR SERVICES CORPORATION FOR PREPARATION OF A MASTER ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE LOWE'S HOME IMPROVEMENT WAREHOUSE PROJECT Statement of Issue,Funding Source,Recommended Action,Alternative Actlon(s),Analysis,Environmental Status,Attachments) Statement of issue: Transmitted for City Council's consideration is a request to enter into a Professional Services contract, in the amount of One Hundred Fifty-three Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-eight Dollars ($153,978.00), with PCR Services Corporation for preparation of a Master Environmental Impact Report for the Lowe's project located at the site commonly referred to as the Rancho View School. The project site includes the 11.61-acre Rancho View School, the 7.7-acre bus maintenance facility and the 6.3-acre area to the west from B Street to Beach Boulevard. The total project area is approximately 25.61 acres. The term of the agreement, upon approval by the City Council, will run for a period of time not to exceed thirty-six (36) months. Funding Source: The funding source for this contract will be a Reimbursement Agreement between the City and Lowe's HIW, Inc., the project proponent. Lowe's will deposit, with the City, funds in the amount of One Hundred Fifty-three Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-eight Dollars ($153,978.00). The planning Department will request these funds be appropriated into its PL00-42 -2- 8115100 1:54 PM ' *REQUEST FOR ACTION • MEETING DATE: August 21, 2000 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: PL00-42 Contractual Services Account number E AA PL 231 3 390 00 to offset the encumbrance which will be created for this contract. There will be no fiscal impact by entering into this contract. Recommended Action: Motion to: 1. "Approve the Professional Services Contract between the City and PCR Services Corporation, authorize expenditures in the amount of One Hundred Fifty-three Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-eight Dollars ($153,978.00), and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign." Alternative Action(s): The City Council may make the following alternative motions: 1. "Deny the Professional Services between the City and PCR Services Corporation." 2. "Continue the item and direct staff accordingly." Analysis: A. Background: On March 3, 1997, the City Council approved a contract with Planning Consultants Research for preparation of Environmental Impact Reports -for the Crest view School Site and the Rancho View School Site. The Ocean View School District (OVSD), as owner of the properties, had an agreement with Arnel Retail Group, Inc. to develop a Wal-Mart store on the Crest View School Site and a project to be determined on the Rancho View School Site. During PCR's preparation of the EIR for the Crest View School Site, the Ocean View School District rescinded its agreement with Arnel to develop the Rancho View School Site. Subsequently, Lowe's HIW, Inc. has entered into an agreement with the Ocean View School District to develop the Rancho View School Site as a Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse. B. Proiect Descri tion: The project site is commonly known as the Rancho View School Site and includes the bus maintenance facility and the adjacent area to the west of the school from B Street to Beach Boulevard. The total project area is approximately 25.61 acres. Lowe's is proposing development of the 11.61-acre Rancho View School site (excluding the 7.7-acre bus PLOO.42 -3- 8116100 4:28 PM &EQUEST FOR ACTION • MEETING DATE: August 21, 2000 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: PL00-42 maintenance facility) with an approximately 159,300 square feet retail warehouse facility along with a 9,000 square feet restaurant pad. The EIR will also analyze a conceptual plan of development, consistent with the General Plan, of approximately 43,825 square feet of commercial/office located on the adjacent 6.3 acres to the west from B Street to Beach Blvd. A zoning map amendment is proposed to change the zoning from Public—Semipublic (PS) to Commercial General (CG). The proposed amendment is required for the entire 19.31-acre school site (including the bus maintenance facility) to make the zoning consistent with the existing General Plan designation. Prior to the proposed development, a Master Environmental Impact Report must be completed to assess any environmental considerations and appropriate mitigation measures. C. Scope of Work: The Initial Study preparation will be used to define the Project Description for the proposed 25.61-acre project including the Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse development located on 11.61 acres, and the conceptual plan for an approximate 43,825 square-foot commercial/office development located adjacent to and west from B Street to Beach Blvd. PCR Services Corporation will be responsible for all studies and documentation necessary to comply with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as well as conducting an impact assessment, development of mitigation measures, review for CEQA adequacy, attendance at public meetings and hearings, responses to public comments, coordination between City staff and the project team, and the preparation of a mitigation monitoring plan necessary to prepare and adopt the document. D. Consultant Selection Process: Staff initially distributed a Request for Proposal to six (6) qualified planning consulting firms in August 1996, to prepare an EIR for each of the two school sites. The following four (4) firms responded to the request by submitting packages detailing their experience, expertise, fee structure and scope of work for the project. • Jones & Stokes • Michael Brandman & Associates • P & D Technologies • Planning Consultants Research Based upon the project approach, level of expertise and cost for services contained in their written proposals, staff, with approval of the City Council contracted with PCR to prepare the two EIR's. Although the initial portion of the contract concerning preparation of the Rancho View School Site EIR was terminated, staff, after careful consideration determined that PCR Services Corporation offers the best combination of experience, expertise, project approach, and accessibility to meet the City's needs for the Lowe's project. PL00-42 -4- 8/16100 4:28 PM *REQUEST FOR ACTION MEETING DATE: August 21, 2000 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: PL00-42 E. Staff Recommendations: The key objective in undertaking this Master Environmental Impact Report is to analyze the potentially significant environmental .impacts-of the proposed project and-identify mitigation measures to reduce or eliminate these impacts. To realize these objectives, a Professional Services Contract between the City and PCR Services Corporation will have to be entered into. Staff recommends City Council approve the contract as drafted, approve the waiver for an insurance deductible amount, as- recommended by the Settlement Committee, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign. Environmental Status: Projects over which public agencies exercise ministerial authority, such as this agreement contracting for the preparation of a Master Environmental Impact Report, are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15300.1. Attachment{s]: City Clerk's Page Number 1. Professional Services Contract between the City and PCR Services Corporation. 2. Exhibit "A" PCR Services Corporation's Scope of Work 3. Insurance Certificates. 4. Settlement Committee recommendation for waiver allowing an insurance deductible amount of Twenty-five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00). RCA Author: Duane R. Ban'key/Cindy Chie PLOD-42 -5- 8/16100 4:35 PM &EQUEST FOR ACTION . MEETING DATE: August 21, 2000 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: PL00-42 Attachment(s): 1. Professional Services Contract between the City and PCR Services l Corporation. 2. Exhibit "A" PCR Services Corporation's Scope of Work 3. Insurance Certificates. 4. Settlement Committee recommendation for waiver allowing an insurance deductible amount of Twenty-five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00). RCA Author: Duane R. Bankey/Cindy Chie PLOO-42 -6- 8/15100 2:05 PM �S;ss .> _':�"Si..•+3-_ ... �.?w'Fe'.: '-AM . V� t PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AND PCR SERVICES CORPORATION FOR THE PREPARATIONOF A MASTER ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE LOWE'S HOME IMPROVEMENT WAREHOUSE PROJECT Table of Contents 1 Scope of Services.....................................................................................................1 2 Designated Contacts.................................................................................................2 3 Time of Performance ...............................................................................................2 4 Compensation ..........................................................................................................2 5 Extra Work...............................................................................................................2 6 Method of Payment..................................................................................................3 7 Disposition of Plans, Estimates and Other Documents ...........................................4 8 Hold Harmless .........................................................................................................5 9 Workers' Compensation Insurance............................................................................5 10 General Liability Insurance......................................................................................6 11 Professional Liability Insurance..............................................................................7 12 Certificates of Insurance .............................................. .. ..................................7 13 Independent Contractor............... ... ........................................................8 14 Termination of Agreement.......................................................................................8 15 Assignment and Subcontracting..............................................................I................9 16 Copyrights/Patents....................................................................................................9 17 City Employees and Officials ..................................................................................9 18 Notices .....................................................................................................................9 19 Modification.............................................................................................................10 20 Captions ...................................................................................................................10 21 Section Headings .....................................................................................................10 22 Interpretation of Agreement.....................................................................................10 23 Duplicate Original....................................................................................................11 24 Immigration..............................................................................................................11 25 Legal Services Subcontracting.................................................................................11 26 Attorney's Fees.........................................................................................................12 27 Entirety.....................................................................................................................13 • i PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF HL;NTINGTON BEACH AND PCR SERVICES CORPORATION FOR THE PREPARATIONOF A MASTER ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE LOWE'S HOME IMPROVEMENT WAREHOUSE PROJECT THIS Agreement is made and entered into this 21st day of August 2000, by and between the City of Huntington Beach, a municipal corporation of the State of California, hereinafter referred to as "CITY," and PCR Services Corporation, a California corporation, hereinafter referred to as "CONSULTANT." WHEREAS, CITY desires to engage the services of a consultant to prepare a Master Environmental Impact Report for the Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse Project in the City of Huntington Beach; and Pursuant to documentation on file in the office of the City Clerk, the provisions of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code, Chapter 3.03, relating to procurement of professional service contracts have been complied with; and CONSULTANT has been selected to perform said services, NOW, THEREFORE, it is agreed by CITY and CONSULTANT as follows: 1. SCOPE OF SERVICES CONSULTANT shall provide all services as described in CONSULTANT'S proposed dated June 16, 2000, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated by this referenced as though fully set forth herein. Said services shall sometimes hereinafter be referred to as the 'PROJECT." Page 1 of 13 4's:4-2000 Acree:PCR Services RLS 00.6a4 716-f00 • • 2. DESIGNATED CONTACTS CITY shall assign a staff coordinator to work directly with CONSULTANT in the performance of this Agreement. CONSULTANT hereby designates Ms. Sally M. Salavea, who shall represent it and be its sole contact and agent in all consultations with CITY during the performance of this Agreement. 3. TPME OF PERFORMANCE Time is of the essence of this Agreement. The services of CONSULTANT are to commence as soon as practicable after the execution of this Agreement and all tasks specified in Section 1 shall be completed no later than thirty-six (36) months from the date of this Agreement. These times may be extended with the written permission of CITY. The time for performance of the tasks identified in Section 1 are generally to be shown in the Scope of Services on the Work Program/Project Schedule. This schedule may be amended to benefit the PROJECT if mutually agreed by CITY and CONSULTANT. 4. COMPENSATION In consideration of the performance of the services described herein, CITY agrees to pay CONSULTANT a fee not to exceed One Hundred Fifty-three Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Eight and no1100 Dollars (S153,978.00). 5. EXTRA WORK In the event CITY requires additional services not included in Section 1, or changes in the scope of services described in Section 1, CONSULTANT will undertake such work only after receiving written authorization from CITY. Additional compensation for such extra work shall be allowed only if the prior written approval of CITY is obtained. Page 2 of 13 4!s:4-2000 Agree:VCR Services RLS 00-644 76`00 b. METHOD OF PAYMENT A. CONSULTANT shall be entitled to progress payments toward the fixed fee set forth herein in accordance with the progress and payment schedules set forth in Section 1. B. Delivery of work product: A copy of every memorandum, letter, report, calculation and other documentation prepared by CONSULTANT shall be submitted to CITY to demonstrate progress toward completion of tasks. In the event CITY rejects or has comments on any such product, CITY shall identify specific requirements for satisfactory completion. Any such product which has not been formally accepted or rejected by CITY shall be deemed accepted. C. CONSULTANT shall submit to CITY an invoice for each progress payment due. Such invoice shall: 1) Reference this Agreement; 2) Describe the services performed; 3) Show the total amount of the payment due; 4) Include a certification by a principal member of CONSULTANT's firm that the work has been performed in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement; and 5) For all payments include an estimate of the percentage of work completed. Upon submission of any such invoice, if CITY is satisfied that CONSULTANT is making satisfactory progress toward completion of tasks in accordance with this Agreement, CITY shall promptly approve the invoice, in which event payment shall be made within thirty (30) days of receipt of the invoice by CITY. Such approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. Page 3 of 13 4's:4-2000 Agrec:PCR Services RLS 00-644 7-6 00 i • If CITY does not approve an invoice, CITY shall notify CONSULTANT in writing of the reasons for non-approval within seven (7) calendar days of receipt of the invoice, and the schedule of performance set forth in Section 1 shall be suspended until the parties agree that past performance by CONSULTANT is in, or has been brought into compliance, or until this Agreement is terminated as provided herein. D. Any billings for extra work or additional services authorized by CITY shall be invoiced separately to CITY. Such invoice shall contain all of the information required above, and in addition shall list the hours expended and hourly rate charged for such time. Such invoices shall be approved by CITY if the work performed is in accordance with the extra work or additional services requested, and if CITY is satisfied that the statement of hours worked and costs incurred is accurate. Such approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. Any dispute between the parties concerning payment of such an invoice shall be treated as separate and apart from the ongoing performance of the remainder of this Agreement. 7. DISPOSITION OF PLANS, ESTIMATES AND OTHER_DOCUMENTS CONSULTANT agrees that all materials prepared hereunder, including all original drawings, designs, reports, both field and office notices, calculations, maps, memoranda, letters and other documents, shall be turned over to CITY upon termination of this Agreement or upon PROJECT completion, whichever shall occur first. In the event this Agreement is terminated, said materials may be used by CITY in the completion of the PROJECT or as it otherwise sees fit. Title to said materials shall pass to CITY upon payment of fees determined to be earned by CONSULTANT to the point of termination or completion of the PROJECT, whichever is applicable. CONSULTANT shall be entitled to retain copies of all data prepared hereunder. Page 4 of 13 4/s:4-F000 Agree:PC Services RI_S 00-644 716 00 8. HOLD HARMLESS CONSULTANT shall protect, defend, indemnify and save hold harmless CITY, its officers, officials, employees, and agents from and against any and all liability, loss, damage, expenses, costs (including without limitation, costs and fees of litigation of every nature) arising out of or in connection with CONSL:LTANT's performance of this Agreement or its failure to comply with any of its obligations contained in this Agreement by CONSULTANT, its officers, agents or employees except such loss or damage which was caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of CITY. CITY shall be reimbursed by CONSULTANT for all costs and attorney's fees incurred by CITY in enforcing this obligation. 9. WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE Pursuant to California Lahor Code Section 1861, CONSULTANT acknowledges awareness of Section 3700 et seq. of said Code, which requires every employer to be insured against liability for workers' compensation: CONSULTANT covenants that it will comply with such.provisions prior to commencing performance of the work hereunder; and shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless CITY from and against all claims, demands, payments, suit, actions, proceedings, and judgments of every nature and description, including attorney's fees and costs presented, brought or recovered against the CITY, for or on account of any liability under any of said acts which may be incurred by reason of any work to be performed by CONSULTANT under this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall maintain workers' compensation insurance in an amount of not less than One Hundred Thousand Dollars (S100,000) bodily injury by accident, each occurrence, One Hundred Thousand Dollars (S 100,000) bodily injury by disease, each employee, Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars (S250,000) bodily injury by disease, policy limit. Page 5 of 13 4/s:4-2000 Agree:PCR Services RLS 00.644 7i'600 • CONSULTANT shall require all subcontractors to provide such workers' compensation insurance for all of the subcontractors' employees. CONSULTANT shall furnish to CITY a certificate of waiver of subrogation under the terms of the workers' compensation insurance and CONSULTANT shall similarly require all subcontractors to waive subrogation. 10. GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE In addition to the workers' compensation insurance and CONSULTANT's covenant to indemnify CITY, CONSULTANT shall obtain and furnish to CITY, a policy of general public liability insurance, including motor vehicle coverage covering the PROJECT. The policy shall indemnify CONSULTANT, its officers, agents and employees, while acting within the scope of their duties, against any and all claims arising out of or in connection with the PROJECT, and shall provide coverage in not less than the following amount: combined single limit bodily injury and property damage, including products./completed operations liability and blanket contractual liability, of$1,000,000 per occurrence. If coverage is provided under a form which includes a designated general aggregate limit, the aggregate limit must be no less than S1,000,000 for this PROJECT. The policy shall name CITY, its agents, its officers, employees and volunteers as Additional Insureds, and shall specifically provide that any other insurance coverage which may be applicable to the PROJECT shall be deemed excess coverage and that CONSULTANT's insurance shall be primary. Under no circumstances shall the above-mentioned insurance contain a self- insured retention, or a`deductible" or any other similar form of limitation on the required coverage. Page 6 of 13 4a:4-2000 Agree:PCR Services RLs oo-644 7r600 11. PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE CONSULTANT shall furnish a professional liability insurance policy covering the work performed by it hereunder. Said policy shall provide coverage for CONSULTANT's professional liability in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and in the aggregate. A claims-made policy shall be acceptable if the policy further provides that: A. The policy retroactive date coincides with or precedes the initiation of the scope of work (including subsequent policies purchased as renewals or replacements). B. CONSULTANT will make every effort to maintain similar insurance during the required extended period of coverage following project completion, including the requirement of adding all additional insureds. C. If insurance is terminated for any reason, CONSULTANT agrees to purchase an extended reporting provision of at least two (2) years to report claims arising from work performed in connection with this Agreement. D. The reporting of circumstances or incidents that might give rise to future claims. 12. CERTIFICATES OF INSURANCE Prior to commencing performance of the work hereunder, CONSULTANT shall furnish to CITY certificates of insurance subject to approval of the City Attorney evidencing the foregoing insurance coverages as required by this Agreement; the certificates shall: A. provide the name and policy number of each carrier and policy; B. shall state that the policy is currently in force; and Page 7 of 13 4;ls:4-2000 Agree:PCR Services RI,S 00-0a4 W&00 C. shall promise that such policies shall not be suspended, voided or canceled by either party, reduced in coverage or in limits except after thirty(30) days' prior written notice, however, ten (10) days' prior written notice in the event of cancellation for nonpayment of premium. CONSULTANT shall maintain the foregoing insurance coverages in force until the work under this Agreement is fully completed and accepted by CITY. The requirement for carrying the foregoing insurance coverages shall not derogate from the provisions for indemnification of CITY by CONSULTANT under the Agreement. CITY or its representative shall at all times have the right to demand the original or a copy of all said policies of insurance. CONSULTANT shall pay, in a prompt and timely manner, the premiums on all insurance hereinabove required. 13. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR CONSULTANT is, and shall be, acting at all times in the performance of this Agreement as an independent contractor herein and not as an employee of the CITY. CONSULTANT shall secure at its expense, and be responsible for any and all payment of all taxes, social security, state disability insurance compensation, unemployment compensation and other payroll deductions for CONSULTANT and its officers, agents and employees and all business licenses, if any, in connection with the services to be performed hereunder. 14. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT All work required hereunder shall be performed in a good and workmanlike manner. CITY may terminate CONSULTANT's services hereunder at any time with or without cause, and whether or not PROJECT is fully complete. Any termination of this Agreement by CITY shall be made in writing, notice of which shall be delivered to CONSULTANT as Page 8 of 13 46:4-2000 Agree:PCR Services RLS 00-644 71600 provided herein. In the event of termination, all finished and unfinished documents, exhibits, report, and evidence shall, at the option of the CITY, become its property and shall be delivered to it by CONSULTANT. 15. ASSIGNMENT AND SUBCONTRACTING This Agreement is a personal service contract and the supervisory work hereunder shall not be delegated by CONSULTANT to any other person or entity without the express written consent of CITY. 16. COPYRIGHTS/PATENTS CITY shall own all rights to any patent or copyright on any work, item or material produced as a result of this Agreement. 17. CITY EMPLOYEES AND OFFICIALS CONSULTANT shall employ no CITY official nor any regular.CITY employee in the work performed pursuant to this Agreement. No officer or employee of CITY shall have any financial interest in this Agreement in violation of the applicable provisions of the California Government Code. 18. NOTICES Any notice or special instructions required to be given in writing under this Agreement shall be given either by personal delivery to CONSULTANT's agent (as designated in Section 1 hereinabove) or to CITY's Director of Planning as the situation shall warrant, or by enclosing the same in a sealed envelope, postage prepaid, and depositing the same in the United States Postal Service, addressed as follows: Page 9 of 13 4ls:4-2000 Agree:PC Services RLS 00-644 7r6 00 TO CITY: TO CONSULTANT: Howard Zelefsky Mr. Gregory Broughton, President Director of Planning PCR Services Corporation City of Huntington Beach One Venture, Suite 150 2000 Main Street Irvine, CA 92618-3328 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 19. MODIFICATION No waiver or modification of any language in this Agreement shall be -valid unless in writing and duly executed by both parties. 20. CAPTIONS Captions of the sections of this Agreement are for convenience and reference only, and the words contained therein shall in no way be held to explain, modify, amplify or aid in the interpretation, construction or meaning of the provisions of this Agreement 21 SECTION HEADINGS. The titles, captions, section, paragraph, subject headings and descriptive phrases at the beginning of the various sections in this Agreement are merely descriptive and are included solely for convenience of reference only and are not representative of maters included or excluded from such provisions, and do not interpret, define, limit or describe, or construe the intent of the parties or affect the construction or interpretation of any provision of this Agreement. 22. INTERPRETATION OF THIS AGREEMENT The language of all parts of this Agreement shall in all cases be construed as a whole, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against any of the parties. If any provision of this Agreement is held by an arbitrator or court of competent jurisdiction to be unenforceable, void, illegal or invalid or affect the remaining covenants and provisions of this Page 10 of 13 4Is:4-2000 Agree:PC services RIS 00-644 7.-6!00 Agreement. No covenant or provision shall be deemed dependent upon any other unless so expressly provided here. As used in this Agreement, the masculine or neuter gender and singular or plural number shall be deemed to include the other whenever the context so indicates or requires. Nothing contained herein shall be construed so as to require the commission of any act contrary to law, and wherever there is any conflict between any provision contained herein and any present or future statute, law, ordinance or regulation contrary to which the parties have no right to contract, then the latter shall prevail, and the provision of this Agreement which is hereby affected shall be curtailed and limited only to the extent necessary to bring it within the requirements of the law. 23. DUPLICATE ORIGINAL The original of this Agreement and one or more copies hereto have been prepared and signed in counterparts as duplicate originals, each of which so executed shall, irrespective of the date of its execution and delivery, be deemed an original. Each of the parties hereto shall retain an originally signed copy hereof. Each duplicate original shall be deemed an original instrument as against any party who has signed it. 24. IMMIGRATION CONSULTANT shall be responsible for full compliance with the immigration and naturalization laws of the United States and shall, in particular, comply with the provisions of the United States Code regarding employment verification. 25. LEGAL SERVICES SUBCONTRACTING PROHIBITED CONSULTANT and CITY agree that CITY is not liable for payment of any subcontractor work involving legal services, and that such legal services are expressly outside the scope of services contemplated hereunder. CONSULTANT understands that pursuant to Page 11 of 13 4/s:4-2000 Agree:PCR Smices RL5 00-644 T G:`00 Huntington Beach City Charter Section 309, the City Attorney is the exclusive legal counsel for CITY; and CITY shall not be liable for payment of any legal services expenses incurred by CONSULTANT. 26. ATTORNEY'S FEES In the event suit is brought by either party to enforce the.terms and provisions of this Agreement or to secure the performance hereof, each party shall bear its own attorneys fees. Balance of page intentionally left blank. Page 12 of 13 4ls:4-2000 Agree:PCR Services RLS 00-6a4 7:`&DO 27. ENTIRETY The Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties respecting the subject matter of this Agreement and supercedes all prior understanding and agreements whether oral or in writing. The foregoing sets forth the entire Agreement between the parties. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed by and through their authorized offices the day, month and year first above written. CONSULTANT CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH, a PCR SERVICES CORPORATION municipal corporation of the State of a California corporation California. By: ident �rl_ a.,. q--AIA print name ITS: [circle one)Chairm ;Presiders Vice President . o AND ATTEST: By: City"clerk retary print name ITS: (circle on Secretary hief Financial OfficerlAsst. APPROVED AS TO FORM: Secretary—Treasurer ` REVIEWED AND APPROVED: 1 . City Attorney `�� INIT[A ED AND APPROVED: 1 Cit Administrator Director of PiWning Page 13 of 13 4s-4-2000 Abase:PC Services R[_S 00-644 71G:00 • 1 • CALIFORNIA ALL-PURPOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENT 7777 � t State of California ss. County of " S On o27`oC�` U before me, � .,9,-vZ-�ouJn/ , Da a /�� Name and Tit a cf Off car fe g,`Jano Doe.Notary Public} e onaly appeared C_7�gF�ORy �. 0✓C�1f�7`Or� j Name(s)of Signef(s) r I 1 personally known to me ❑ proved to me on the basis of satisfactory 1 evidence 1 I t to be the person whose name is/ subscribed to the within instrument and 1 - acknowledged to me that he/s)(e/tM executed the same in his/11-kr4 it authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/I*r/tT><r DIANE E.t.Aw5-BROWN signature(s) on the instrument the personpO, or _ Commtuion# 12045M the entity upon behalf of which the person 1 1 Notary Public-Callforrdo 1 1 x Los Ange1�Cfxxdyf acted, exe ted the instrument. my Comm.l3c "[)BC11,2Rt2 WITi ESS my nd fficial s I. 1:. Place Nctary Seal Abcve of.7N.- U01 c OPTIONAL 1 Though the information below is not required by law, it may prove valuable to persons relying on the document and could prevent fraudulent removal and reattachment of this form to another document. Description of Attache ocument / 1 Ti le or Type of D�cument� �510 SFA,te3 F 17-m-1 7D t e,�1,4 � C(� tE3 R eFTicxr ���r�.�Otttie"ortut� rX � / A047 Fat TYE ipw�d /}on1F IMPR0Verm✓_NUA'r Document Date: TSL>� r� Number of Pages- 3v Merl' I Signers) Other Than Named Above: Capacity(ies) Claimed by Signer Signer's Name: 1- ❑ Individual 0 Too of thLm.b here X Corporate Officer—Title(s): = Partner—D Limited ❑ General ❑ Attorney in Fact C Trustee Guardian or Conservator J Other: Signer Is Representing: �C SCR✓I GES LoP,POR01 i/pn/ 0 1997 National Notary Association•9350 Be Soto Ave..P 0 Box 2402•Chalsworth.CA 91313-2402 Prod-No 5907 Reorder Call Toll-Free 1-800-876-6827 City of Huntington Beach -14r r ; 2000 MAIN STREET CALIFORNIA 82648 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING Phone 535-5271 Fax 374-1540 374-1648 ,July 14, 2000 Mr. Gregory Broughton, President PCR Services Corporation One Venture Suite 150 Irvine, Ca 92618-3328 Subject: Professional Services Contract to Prepare a Master Environmental Impact Report for the Lowe's Home improvement Warehouse Project Dear Mr. Broughton: Enclosed herein for you review and approval is the Professional Services Contract-for preparation of a Master Environmental Impact Repot for the Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse Project. Upon completion of your review of the contract, a signature of one of the following is required, PCR Services Corporation's Chairman, President or Vice President. Additionally, a signature of one of the following is required, PCR Services Corporation's Secretary, Chief Financial Officer or Assistant Secretary/Treasurer. Each of the required signatures must be notarized. Should you require any additional information, please feel free to contact me at (714) 374-1641. Sincerely, Duane R. Ba y Planning Senior Department Analyst. cc: Sally Salavea, Senior Planner, PCR Cindy Chie, Assistant Planner G:IBANKEY10pen Projects\Lowe's HIW-Rancho VlewlCormsp\PCR-lDOC .yy 'h i P i u n.-s,h- °3 n kl'"�};:i 3; -!`i ---Y_aSA,;r�� 3;ix .� 11 `A' -T4 �,}�}h•, 'liill's' ip "N, p�"Sir'ys` . .-� di -- 1•w'�1 _�P :�-lry�i �hdu aA��� F. _-li'.e: LWh- _l:,>tH!apiNt{ pN"J?p' v�s; I- - I tr{- W; r-,` 1 �1� �I �„` IN ! Y •4 1- W. s- '1` $ _ F3�`'`_ s I ii, i i SANTA MONICA . LOS .ANGELES � IRVINE June 16, 2000 � P De dOp Mr, Herb Fauland nJ1J�9 Senior Planner CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California 92648 Re: Scope of Work and Associated Compensation for Preparation of a Master Environmental Impact Report for the Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse/northeast corner of Beach and Warner in the City of Huntington Beach Dear Mr. Fauland: PCR is pleased to provide this scope of work and associated compensation to prepare a Master Environmental Impact Report(EIR)pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) for the Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse, as well as the adjacent 6.3 acre parcel proposed for 90,000 square feet of commercial/restaurant uses at the northeast corner of Beach Boulevard and Warner Avenue in the City of Huntington Beach. The following provides the scope of work for the required environmental documentation, and proposed fees, SCOPE OF WORK OVERVIEW OF APPROACH PCR has developed a scope of work to provide environmental services to the City for the preparation and processing of the Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse and adjacent commercial area Master EIR and supporring technical documents.- Key aspects of PCR's approach to providing these services include the following: • Legally-defensible EIR. The PCR Project Team will prepare a legally defensible Master EIR consistent with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the CEQA Guidelines, and the City's policies and procedures for implementation of CEQA. • Coordination with the City staf. The PCR Project Team will coordinate with and serve as ari extension of City staff for the environmental review process. This will include the preparation and distribution of all notices and documents for public review and the presentation of the environmental analysis process for the project at public meetings and hearings. h One Ve^Cure, Suite €50, twine, California 92616-3328 WEVJET www,acrnet,com TEL 949.753.7007 FAK849.753.7002 ± SANTA MONICA Los ANGELE5 • IRVINE Mr. Herb Fauland i CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000-Page 2 • Incorporation of Previous analyses. Where possible, the PCR Project Team will utilize previous studies prepared for the City as the basis for the analyses in the Draft EIR. Additionally, the PCR Project Team will utilize design studies and other information provided by the Applicant or the City. • Proactive, solution-oriented analysis. The PCR Project Team will work with the City to develop solutions to environmenral issues and concerns that can be incorporated into the project design, provided as mitigation measures,or if determined to be necessary,addressed as alternatives to'the proposed project. IDENTIFICATION OF TASKS The overall scope of work for the preparation and processing of the EIR and the supporting technical documentation consists of the following six tasks; and optional tasks to be provided at the request of the City. The PCR Project Team's work effort as represented by the proposed scope of work is provided below. Task Descri Lion Task 1.0 Project Initiation Subtask 1.1 Project Initiation Meeting Subtask 1.2 Data Collection and Review Task 2.0 Project Scoping and Notice of Preparation Subtask 2.1 Initial StudylNotice of Preparation Subtask 2.2 Public Scoping Meeting Task 3.0 Preparation of Draft EIR Subtask 3.1 Preparation of Screeneheck Draft EIR Subtask 3.2 Preparation of Draft EIR Task 4.0 Preparation of Response to Comments/Final EIR Subtask 4.1 Prepararion of Response to Comments/Screencheck Final EIR Subtask 4.2 ' Preparation of Certification Documents Subtask 4.3 Preparation of Final EIR Task 5.0 Preparation of Mitigation Monitoring Program Task 6.0 Attendance at Meetings and Hearings Project Initiation Meeting(1) Project Team Meetings(10) Public Meetings and Hearings(6 Task 7.0 Optiorsal Tasks Subtark 7.1 Tree Survey and Report Subrask 72 Co►struction Dispersion Suhtask 7.3 Diesel Pamrulam Health Risk Assessment ' 1 SANTA MONICA Los ANGELES ! IRVINE Mr. Herb Fauland CRY OF HUN'TINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000-Page 3 Task 1.0 Pro'ecr Initiation Subtask 1.1 Project Initiation Meeting Upon initiation of the contract to begin work, PCR will meet with City staff to discuss the project and assure a mutual understanding of the project and scope of the environmental services to be performed. The focus of this meeting will be: (1) to refine the project description and finalize the scope of work and issues to be included in the Draft EIR; M.to confirm the tentative schedule for the environmental review process, as received from the City, and set specific due dates for deliverables; (3) to receive the list of related projects; (4) to conduct initial discussions with respect to alternatives; and (5) to receive and review other information and documents which are deemed appropriate by City staff and the applicant. Subtask 1.2 Data Collection-and Review The PCR Project Team will collect and review the existing environmental and design documentation related to the proposed project, including the Lowe's Warehouse and the 90,000 square-foot commercial/restaurant pad,and the project site that have been prepared for the City and the Applicant. PCR will evaluate this information to determine the extent of additional data or studies required for the preparation of the Screencheck Draft EIR. The following information will be required from the project development team or City staff in order to complete the scope of work outlined above. 1. Base maps of the project area; 2. Existing land uses and zoning for each parcel contained within the project area; 3. Park and Recreation Plan or latest inventory of Park and Open Space in the City; 4. . Project design parameters; r. 5. A list of related projects to be included in analysis of cumulative impacts; G. Studies prepared by theApplicant andlor their consultants for the project site as approved by City staff(consisting of Phase I Site Assessment,Traffic Report,Geology/Soils Report, Noise Report, Hydrology Report); and 7. Any other studies applicable to the project site. SANTA MONICA • Los A..%GELES 1RVINE i Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16,2000- Page 4 Task 2.0 Project Scoping and Notice of Preparation Subtask 2.1 Initial Study/Notice of Preparation PCR will prepare an Initial Study which will include a Project Description,the City's version of the current California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Environmental Checklist form, and an explanation for the responses on the Environmental Checklist form. The Initial Study preparation process will be used ro define, to rhd extent possible, the Project Description for the proposed project, to include the proposed Lowe's Warehouse development located on 11.61 acres, and the City's proposed 90,000 square-foot commercial development located on an adjacent 6.3 acres. The Initial Study will also refine alternatives to the proposed project for purposes of the CEQA analysis based on the Applicant's submitted application and project plans and information provided by the City and discussed at the project initiation meeting. Additionally, the Initial Study preparation process will be used to focus out of the scope of the Draft EIR environmental issues that will not have a significant environmental impact as a result of the proposed project. Based on discussions wirh City staff, it is assumed that the following environmental topics will be addressed in the initial study and focused out of the Scope of the Draft EIR: • Agriculture Resources • Biological Resources • Cultural Resources • Mineral Resources , PCR will submit three.(3) copies of the draft Initial Study to:the City. Aber review'and comment by City staff, PCR will prepare a final Initial Study for public distribution-. It is assumed that fifty(50) copies of the Notice of Preparation (NOP)and Initial Study will be printed. PCR will send fifteen (15) copies to the State Clearinghouse and thirty-five (35) copies will be distributed by PCR via U.S. mail based on a mailing list approved by the City. Subtask 2.2 Public Scoping Meeting PCR will attend the public Scoping meeting anticipated for the proposed project. It is anticipated that this meeting will occur after the NOPlInitial Study is released for public review,and will be facilitated by MIG (refer to Attachment A for a copy of their complete proposal). The PCR SANTA MONICA LOS ANGELES • IRVINE Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16,2000 -Page 5 Project Team will assist and coordinate with the City in the discussion of the public facilitation strategy for the workshop. Task 3.0 Preparation of Draft EIR Subtask 3.1 Preparation of Screencheck Draft EIR The preparation of the Screencheck Draft EIR is proposed to be initiated at a meeting with the City staff, the Applicant, and the PCR Project Team. The agenda for this meeting is proposed to include: (1) refinement of the scope of work regarding the environmental topics and alternatives to be included in the Screencheck Draft EIR and the most recent information concerning the proposed project; (2) refinement of the schedule for the environmental review process and identification of specific due dares for deliverables; (3)review of the format for the Screencheck Draft EIR; and (4) identification of any additional information which may be required to complete the preparation of the Screencheck Draft EIR. At its completion,PCR will submit ten(10) copies of the first Screencheck Draft EIR and ten(10)copies of the Technical Appendices for review and comment by the City Staff. After the incorporation of the revisions to reflect comments received, PCR will submit two (2) copies of a revised second Screencheck Draft EIR for final review and approval. The following outline provides the proposed organization and content of the Draft EIR including the environmental issues that will be addressed. The order and titles of the environmental topics reflect the current CEQA Environmental Checklist. This will allow for "tracing" of the conclusions from the Initial Study, to the EIR, and through the Statement of Findings and Facts. SCREENCHECK DRAFT EIR OUTLINE I. SUMMARY: . . II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION A. Location and Boundaries B. Statement of Project Objectives C. Project Characteristics III. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ENMRONMENTAL SETTING A. Overview of Environmental Setting B. Related Projects IV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS A. Aesthetics B. Air Quality C. -Geology and Soils SANTA tVIGN)CA Los ANGELES Is N VI E Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HumnNGTON BEACH June 16,2000-Page 6 D. Hazards and Hazardous Materials E. Hydrology and Water Quality F. Land Use and Planning G. Noise H. Population and Housing I. Public Services J. Recreation K. Traffic/Circularion L. Utilities and Service Systems V. ALTERNATIVES A.- Introduction B. Alternatives Analysis VI. LONG-TERM IMPLICATIONS OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT A. The Relationship Between Local Short-Term Uses and Long-Term_ Productivity B. Significant Irreversible Environmental Changes VII. GROWTH INDUCING IMPACT OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT A. How the Project Could Foster Growth B. How Cumulative Development Could Foster Growth VIII. SUMMARY OF STANDARD CONDITIONS AND MITIGATION MEASURES IX. PERSONS CONTACTED, REFERENCES,AND PREPARERS A. Report Preparation B. Organizations and Persons Consulted C. References The following provides a brief discussion of the technical approach for each of the environmental topics co be addressed in the Draft EIR I. SUMMARY A Summary will be provided to encapsulate the contents of the EIR, providing a quick understanding of the proposed project's impacts. The Summary will identify and briefly discuss the proposed project under consideration, the environmental impacts associated with the proposed project's implementation, and the alternatives to the proposed project. The Summary will include a cable identifying environmental issues focused out in the Initial Study, all of the environmental topics evaluated in the EIR, conclusions regarding impacts, recommended mitigation measures; and the level of significance after mitigation. SANTA MONICA � Los ANGELE5 . IRVINE Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16,2000-Page 7 II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Project Description will be composed of three subsections: Project Location and Boundaries, Statement of Project Objectives,and Project Characteristics. The Project Location and Boundary subsection will provide: a description of the size, location, and boundaries of the project site;the location within the region relative to the City and adjacent jurisdictions;and the existing and planned land uses on and adjacent to the project site. This description will be illustrated with maps and figures, including regional and vicinity location maps. The Statement of Project Objectives subsection will define the City's objectives for the proposed project. These objectives will generally reflect planning,environmental,programmatic,and socioeconomic goals. The Statement of Project Objectives will be utilized to establish the criteria for the reasonable range of project alternatives evaluated within the EIR. It will also provide the basis for any subsequent rejection of alternatives in the Statement Findings and Facts and/or the definition of Overriding Considerations during the-decision-malting process. The Project Characteristics subsection will provide a description of the proposed project including: the proposed development including site preparation and improvements,circulation,and construction methods;anticipated construction timeframes;and list of required discretionary actions and approvals. The information will be illustrated with graphics and statistical information, as appropriate. III. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING This section will provide an overview of the environmental setting for the proposed project including:an analysis of the major environmental characteristics of the project site; the existing land uses and activities in the surrounding area; and the past, present, and'reasonably foreseeable future projects that will be addressed in 'the cumulative analysis for each environmental topic. This information will be illustrated with graphics and statistical information, as appropriate. IV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS For each environmental issue analyzed, this section will include: Environmental Setting; Project Impacts, including Thresholds of Significance; Cumulative Impacts; Mitigation Measures.- and Level of Significance after Mitigation. As appropriate, the thresholds of significance in the General Plan EIR will be utilized. The assessment of environmental impacts will be consistent with CEQA, the CEQA Guidelines, and the City's requirements for implementation of CEQA. An SANTA MONICA � Los ANGELES , IRVINE .I Mr. Herb Fauland i CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000-Page 8 overview of the technical approach for the analysis of each environmental topic to be addressed in the Draft EIR is provided below. A. Aesthetics PCR will evaluate the existing conditions on and in the vicinity of the project site with regard to shade and shadow, reflective light, and nighttime illumination. The shade/shadows cast on-site and off-site as a result of the proposed buildings will be evaluated. The changes in nighttime lighting and glare from the use of reflective building materials and parked vehicles will be addressed with respect to potential impacts to the adjacent residential neighborhoods and roadways. The potential for the proposed project to degrade the existing visual character or quality of the project sire and the adjacent area, including an analysis of the existing trees in relation to City tree guidelines, will be discussed. Any City codes regarding signage will also be analyzed. PCR will evaluate the potential project-specific and cumulative impacts of the proposed project. Mitigation measures will be recommended in response to significant project impacts identified and the level of significance after mitigation will be defined. B. Air Quality PCR will prepare an air quality analysis for the proposed project that will address the following: regulatory setting, existing air quality conditions, short-term construction emissions, regional mobile source emissions (using regional travel characteristic data obtained from the South Coast Air Quality Managemenr-District(SCAQMD) and the EMFAC7F 1.1 emission factor model), regional stationary source emissions,local mobile source emissions(utilizing the CALINE 4 model), and conformity with the SCAQMD Air Quality Management Plan(AQMP). Emissions information will be used to model predicted carbon monoxide (CO) at three intersections. All quantitative analyses will be conducted in accordance with procedures ser forth by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), the SCAQMD, and/or other agencies and-compared to the significance thresholds established by such agencies or, in the case of CO, the 1-hour and 8-hour ambient air quality standards. Assumptions regarding construction activities and ongoing operations of the proposed project will be based on information provided by the City and the Applicant. Mobile source emissions will be based on traffic information provided by the traffic consultant. PCR will evaluate the project-specific and cumulative impacts of the proposed project. Mitigation measures will be recommended in response to significant project impacts identified and the level of significance after mitigation will be determined. 5AIVPA MONICA � Los P,o_:1 Es i 1RVINE Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000 -Page 9 In addition, PCR has provided for optional air quality subtasks related to the preparation of the Air Quality Technical Report, to be performed at the City's request. These optional-subtasks are discussed later within this proposal letter under Optional Subcasks 7.2 and 7.3. C. Geology and Soils Utilizing the City-approved geotechnical study to be provided by the Applicant, PCR will evaluate the potential for the proposed project to result in or expose people or property to geologic problems. PCRwill define: the existing geo technical conditions on a_nd immediately adjacent to the project site;the location of faults, areas of ground failure, and known and predicted effects of seismic activity;areas of existing fill,excavations,or unstable slope or soil conditions;soil characteristics;and existing or potential erosion. PCRwill evaluate the potential project-specific and cumulative impacts of the proposed project. Mitigation measures will be recommended in response to significant project impacts identified and the level of significance after mitigation will be defined. D. Hazards.and Hazardous Materials Utilizing the City-approved Phase I Site Assessment prepared by Golder, September 1999, provided by the Applicant, PCR will evaluate the proposed project with respect to chemical and physical hazards to the public or occupational health and safety that could potentially occur due to construction activities or the ongoing operation of the proposed project. The assessment will include a characterization of the existing conditions of contamination and any associated health risk assessments. Based on an identified scenario,PCRwill evaluate the potential impact of the worst case release of upset. Based on information provide by the Applicant, the potential hazards/risk of upset assessment will consider: demolition of the existing elementary school facilities, including the buildings,surface parking and six athletic fields. According to the draft project description provided by the Applicant, the Phase I Site Assessment indicated asbestosis present in small amounts on the school property. Additional information will be sought from the Applicant, the Fire Department, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Stace of California EPA, and SCAQMD with regards to known or registered hazards and available plans. The regulations for the production, use, storage, and transportation of chemicals will be defined. PCR will evaluate the potential project- specific and cumulative impacts of the proposed project. Mitigation measures will be provided for significant impacts that are identified and the level of significance after mitigation will be defined. ANTA MCNICA • Lo ANGELES 1RVINE S S Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000- Page 10 E. Hydrology and Water Quality Utilizing the Cicy-approved Hydrology Analysis to be provided by the Applicant, PCR will prepare an assessment of hydrology and water quality as a result of the proposed project. This will include a discussion of the changes to surface drainage, the potential for an increase of exposure to water hazards such as flooding related to the sire's proximity to the Orange County Flood Control Channel,and changes to quantity or quality of surface water or groundwater. PCR will also evaluate the availability of an adequate water supply for the proposed project and the potential for the proposed project to result in a reduction of groundwater available for public water supplies. PCR will evaluate the potential project-specific and cumulative impacts of the proposed project. Mitigation measures will be recommended in response to significant project impacts identified and the level of significance after mitigation will be defined. F. band Use and Ranning PCR will evaluate the proposed project's consistency with applicable plans and policies, including the overall goals and policies of the City and County General Plans, and appropriate regional plans. While the proposed project is anticipated to be consistent with the current land use designations on the site,the project proposes a zone change from Public Semi-Public to CG-General Commercial to allow for the proposed development. PCR will address the zone change and conditional use permit, as well as land use compatibility including any potential land use conflicts ` and the loss of open space to urban uses. PCR will include a discussion of the general land use patterns adjacent to the site,and address the land use compatibility effect of the proposed project on the adjacent land uses. The change in land use patterns and potential impacts associated with the proposed land uses will be assessed. PCR will develop mitigation measures for defined land use impacts, as appropriate. G. Noise It is our understanding that the applicant has hired a consultant to prepare a noise assessment for the proposed project. This report, as approved by City staff, shall be attached as an Appendix to the Draft EIR and summarized within the EIR. PCR will conduct a peer review of the existing documentation, and will review the noise guidelines and criteria from the City. Noise critical areas immediately surrounding the project site and along roadways serving the project site will be discussed and sensitive noise receptors will be identified. Short-term construction noise will be evaluated for the activities that will occur on the project site. Long-term noise impacts from vehicular traffic and project operations, will also be evaluated in terms of incremental change and comparison with the f 5ANTA MO.'..CA �. Los Ar:C-ELES IAVrNE Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000-Page 11 appropriate noise guidelines and criteria from the City. Existing and future noise levels will be predicted for the roadway segments evaluated in the traffic study. The noise levels at off-site noisc sensitive receptor locations and future on-site receptor locations will be predicted. PCR will evaluate future noise levels associated with the location of development on the project site. Typical noise sources include rooftop mounted mechanical equipment, parking lot operations, delivery and off- loading activities, maintenance operations, refuse collection, and on-site vehicle movements. Predicted noise levels will be compared with ambient noise data and appropriate noise criteria to determine the noise impact. PCR will define the project-specific and cumulative impacts of the proposed project. Mitigation measures will be recommended in response to significant project impacts identified and the level of significance after mitigation will be defined. H. Population and Housing PCR will analyze the increase in'employment and the potential for the proposed project to result in substantial population growth either directly or-indirectly. In addition, the associated implications related to housing due to the increases in employment will be addressed. To define the existing population characteristics, PCR will utilize demographic information provided by the City and local and regional forecasts from the County and the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). The discussion of the environmental setting for the proposed project will define: local and regional population projections; existing population, employment, and housing characteristics; and existing issues related to the balance of employment and housing in the region, PCR will evaluate the potential proiect-specific and cumulative impacts of the proposed project. Mitigation measures will be recommended in response to significant project impacts identified and the level of significance after mitigation will be defined. L Public Sarvices PCR will prepare an inventory of existing public services and facilities that serene the project site and vicinity. An analysis of the proposed project's impacts on the delivery of fire protection, police protection, and other public services to the project site and the surrounding vicinity will be provided. Additionally,PCRwill analyze the potential for the proposed project to result in an impact due to an increase in demand for school facilities. PCR will utilize existing documentation and a public services questionnaire sent to the service providers. Assessments of the adequacy of facilities and levels of service will be based upon the judgment of the service provider. The following will be defined: the existing levels of service, staffing, facilities, and equipment for the project site; service requirements based on the location, type of land use, and improvements; and Fire suppression and security measures to be provided. PCR will evaluate the project-specific and cumulative impacts of SA.%TA Ar OWCA • Los AvGEZES IRV1NE Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000 -Page 12 the proposed project. Micigation measures will be recommended as required consistent with the policies and programs of the service providers in response to significant project-specific and cumulative impacts identified. The level of significance after mitigation will be defined. J. Recreation PCR will analyze the potential for the proposed project to result in an impact due to the loss of recreation fields, which could potentially increase demand for recreational facilities in the City. The impact analysis will address the definition of significance thresholds to determine impacts with respect to the loss of recreation fields and the resulting changes to the levels ofservice at other existing facilities. PCR will evaluate the potential project-specific and cumulative impacts of the proposed project. Mitigation measures will be recommended as appropriate in response to significant project- specific and cumulative impacts identified. The level of significance after mitigation will be defined. K. Traffic/Circulation WPA Traffic Engineering, Inc. is currently preparing a traffic study for the proposed project in accordance with the City's Traffic Impact Assessment Preparation Guidelines and input from City Traffic Engineering staff. This report, as approved by City staff,shall be attached as an Appendix to the Draft EIR and summarized within the EIR. It is our understanding that the traffic study is including an analysis of traffic factors related to the proposed project and would include evaluation ofsignalizarion of the project access. Existing conditions would be Quantified to provide a basis for the study. Estimates would be made of trips to be generated by the project and the ability of the street system to accommodate these trips evaluated on a project buildout basis. It is anticipated that A.M. and P.M. peals hour traffic counts would be required at a maximum of 11 locations. Consideration would also be given to other approved projects in the study area, site access, and on- sire circulation provisions. The PCR Project Team will summarize the City-approved traffic study, including the identification of project-specific and cumulation impacts of the proposed project and the recommendation of mitigation measures in response to significant project impacts identified. The level of significance after mitigation will be defined. L. Utilities and Service Systems Based on City-approved information regarding the location and capacity of the utilities and services systems provided by the Applicant, PCR will evaluate the potential for the proposed project to result in impacts to the existing off-site and proposed on-site infrastructure systems, including sewer, water, storm drainage, and solid waste disposal facilities. The adequacy of the existing and SrNTA MONICA . Los ANGELES IRVI,NE Mr. Herb Fauland CITY of HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000 - Page 13 proposed systems will be based upon information from the Applicant's engineer and utilities and service systems questionnaires sent to the providers and information requested from the Applicant. PCR will evaluate the project-specific and cumulative impacts of the proposed project. Mitigation measures will be proposed in response to significant project impacts identified and the level of significance after mitigation will be defined. V. ALTERNATIVES The Draft EIR will include an analysis of alternatives consistent with the requirements of CEQA,the CEQA Guidelines,and PCR'sunderstandingofcurrencCEQApractice. Thealternatives will be based on information discussed at the project initiation meeting and further refined by PCR and City Staff as a result of the preparation of the Initial Study, comments received in response to the NOP, and the conclusions of the environmental impact analysis prepared for the proposed project. It is assumed that the following alternatives will be addressed: the "No Project/No Development Alternative"; the "Development Based on Existing Zoning Standards Alternative"; a "Design Alternative"; and an "Alternative Location." For each alternative, this section will provide a description of the alternative, consideration of the alternative's feasibility in relationship to the Statement of the Project Objectives, and a comparative analysis of the environmental impacts of the alternative versus the impacts as a result of the proposed project. With the exception of the traffic/circulation impacts as discussed above, the alternatives will be evaluated in a more qualitative and comparative manner than the analysis described above for the proposed project. If required, the evaluation of noise and•air quality impacts associated with the various alternatives will be presented in terms of percent reduction of impact as compared to the proposed project. VI. LONG-TERM IMPLICATIONS OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT This section will provide the following CEQA-required analyses: (1) Relationship between. . Local Short-Term Uses and Long-Tenn Productivity;and(2)Significant Irreversible Environmental Changes. PCR will prepare an analysis which evaluates'the short and long-term considerations implied in the committal of resources,both natural and man-made,when the project is implemented versus the short-term and long-term socio-economic benefits derived from that commitment. PCR will also prepare an analysis of significant irreversible changes which will consider the use of non- renewable resources, commitments of future generations to proposed uses, and irreversible environmental changes associated with the proposed project. The analysis will contain discussions on such issues as conversion of school sites, development of infrastructure, fiscal impacts, construction and operation impacts, and long-term demand of public services. 5 ANTA MOWCA Los ANGELES IRVINE Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000- Page 14 VII. GROWTH INDUCING IMPACT OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT This section will provide the following CEQA-required analyses: (1) How the Project Could Foster Growth; and (2) How Cumulative Development Could Foster Growth. PCR will evaluate the project-specific and cumulative growth-inducing impacts of the proposed project. Buildout of the proposed project represents a change in land use. The growth inducing impacts of the proposed project, in conjunction with other past, present, and reasonably foreseeable future projects will be discussed. Potential sources of growth inducement chat will be considered include substantial long- term employment opportunities,ancillary growth resulting from increased population,and extensions of infrastructure. In addition this section will discuss the proposed project's consistency with City policies in regards to growth. VIII. PERSONS CONTACTED, REFERENCES, AND PREPARERS This section will provide lisrs of the individuals responsible for or consulted during the preparation of the Draft EIR and technical studies. A list of-the references used in the preparation of these documents will also be provided. Subtask 3.2 Preparation of Draft EIR Subsequent to the City's review of the revised second Screencheck Draft EIR, PCR will prepare the Draft EIR. PCR will print sixty-five copies (estimated at 300 pages each) of the Draft EIR and sixty-five 65 copies (estimated at 300 pages each) of the Technical Appendix. PCR will transmit the fifteen (15) copies of the Draft EIR and Technical Appendices to the Scare Clearinghouse and distribute fifty(50) copies of the documents for public review via U.S.mail based on a mailing list approved by the City. PCR will prepare the Notice of Completion (NOC) for transmittal with the Draft EIR. _ i SANTA MONICA . Los A, L:.-1Es � lavlru= Mr. Herb Fauland CSTY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000 -Page 15 Task 4.0 Preparation of Response to Comments/Final EIR Subtask 4.1 Preparation of Response to Comments/Screencheck Final EIR Based on discussions with the City, PCR will prepare a Response to Comments document which will respond to all written comments received from agencies, interest groups,and individuals during the 45-day public review period for the Draft EIR. In addition, PCR will prepare an errata with revisions to the Draft EIR based on information received during the public review period and provided in the Response to Comments document. Three (3) copies of the draft Response to Comments document and an errata to the Draft EIR will be submitted to the City Staff for review and comment. Based on comments received, PCR will prepare a final Response to Comments document and compile the documents that will comprise the Screencheck Final EIR. Thirty-five (35) copies and one (1) photo-ready copy of the final Response to Comments document will be provided to the City. PCR, in coordination with the City, will provide the Response to Comments document to commenting agencies for review prior to action being taken on the proposed project. Subtask 4.2 Preparation of Certification Documents PCR will work with the City staff to prepare a draft of the required certification documents. These documents will consist of a Statement of Findings and Facts in Support of Findings and, if required, a Statement of Overriding Considerations, PCR will submit three (3) copies of the draft of these documents to the City for review and comment. Based on comments received, PCR will revise and submit these documents to the City for distribution to the appropriate parties. Subtask 4.3 Preparation of Final EIR After action is taken on the project and the EIR is.certified as complete and final, PCR will prepare and submit one (1) reproducible Final EIR to the City. PCR will prepare for review by the City, the Notice of Determination (NOD) and will file the NOD with the appropriate agencies. The cost estimate associated with completion of Task 4.0 Preparation of Response to Comments/Final EIR assumes that responses within the scope of work and budget as proposed consist of explanations or clarifications of the data contained in the draft EIR. Provisions of new analysis on issues,alternatives,or substantial project changes are not provided for in this scope and budget. Additionally,PCR has budgeted for response to a maximum of 40 comment letters. Response to comment letters above this amount will require a budget augment. SANTA MONICA • Los ANGELES � lRV1NE Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000 -Page 16 Task 5.0 Preparation of Mitiggdon Monitoring Pro ram PCR will prepare a Draft Mitigation Monitoring Program (MMP) for submittal to the City for review and comment. The NIMP will contain a compilation of the mitigation measures provided in the Draft EIR,listed by impact category,with agency monitoring and enforcement responsibility and monitoring phase identified for each measure. The MMP will be prepared consistent with the City's required format. The MMP will be finalized at a time in the environmental process that is determined to be appropriate by City staff. Task 6.0 Attendance at Meetings and_Hearin s Per conversations with City staff,it is our understanding that PCRwill attend one (1)project initiation meeting,one(1)public meeting,facilitated by MIG,to address the scope of the Draft EIR, one (1) public meeting during the 45-day public review period for the Draft EIR, also facilitated by MIG, ten (10) additional meetings with City staffand Applicant,and a maximum of four(4) public meetings and hearings. PCR will attend additional meetings on a time and materials basis. Task Z.0 Oytir anal Tasks Suhtask 71 Tree Survey and Report While PCR has budgeted for the analysis of biological issues on the project site (anticipated to be focused out within the Initial Study),it is anticipated that the City may require the preparation of a tree survey and report. PCR has a number of highly qualified consultants on reserve that could be drawn upon to complete such study at the City's request. The tree survey would be performed entirely in the field. The trees will be individually evaluated and a number assigned to each tree on the map. The survey would gather limited physical information on the tree, specifically the trunk- diameter,estimated height and spread. The focus would be on their current condition. -Because the potential for preservation depends on the ability to control the root systems of these trees, the underground parts of the tree will be considered. Pictures will be taken of significant tree features, especially potential limb hazards. The report will list the notable information for each tree,with the survey keyed to the project map. If preservation is feasible, a preservation plan would be prepared. The plan will discuss construction protection measures and root mitigation. More specific recommendations would be made in light of subsequently identified sire development issues. The potential scope of work is considered an optional study not included in our base proposal price. S At,TA MONICA • Los Ayc'=LES • IRVI` E Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000- Page 17 Subtask 7.2 Construction Dispersion To satisfy the requirements of the New CEQA Handbook, if requested by the City,PCR will perform a refined dispersion analysis of the particulate impacts on local schools and other sensitive receptors using currently accepted SCAQMD and School District modeling protocols. PCR will then work with the project proponent to develop both construction scheduling/phasing and mitigation to reduce project related construction particulate impacts. Subtask 7.3 Diesel Particulate Health Risk Assessment If requested by the City, PCR. will provide a single screening level risk assessment to determine potential health risks associated with diesel particulate emissions associated with the project. This analysis will follow USEPA, CARB, and SCAQMD protocols for preparation of a screening level risk assessment. This task is intended to solely quanrify the risks associated with diesel particulate emissions associated with the project. If the risk assessment shows an excess cancer risk in greater than 1-in-1-million,then a more detailed risk assessment may be required,which is outside the scope of this proposal. This scope of work will consist of the following sub-tasks: 1) Estimate diesel particulate emissions using EMFAC7F. 2) Use ISCST3 to generate diesel particulate concentrations consistent with USEPA,CARB, and SCAQMD guidance. 3) Use the predicted diesel particulate concentrations to provide a screening level risk assessment. 4) The methodology and results of the screening level risk assessmentwill be included within the Air Quality section of the EIR. PROJECT SCHEDULE The PCR Project Team proposes that the scope of services can be completed in an approximate nine-month time frame as defined in the project schedule provided below. Prior to finalization of a project schedule, PCR will work with City staff'to define work efforts that can-be conducted concurrently or review time that can be shortened to reduce the overall time frame for the completion of the EIR and related documentation. SANTA MONICA Los ANGELES � IaviN-E Mr. Herb Fauland r CITY OF Hut mN=N BF-tcii June 16, 2000- Page 18 The PCR Project Team will commit all necessary resources to ensure the preparation of the EIR and related technical documents within the desired time frame upon finalization'of the project schedule, Through close coordination between the PCR Project Manager and City staff, any potential changes to the finalized project schedule will be agreed upon and communicated in a manner acceptable to both parries rhroughout the preparation process for the environmental documentation. TENTATIVE EIR SCHEDULE (BASED ON INFORMATION PROVIDED BY CITY STAPP)) 't G.i'.:'rv}r�: - aXr-a Kick-off meeting with City Sraff, PCR;and Lowe's July 5, 2000 Neighborhood Meeting conducted by MIG To be determined Screencheck NOP/Initial Study July 20,2000 Meeting with City,PCR,Lowe's,and MIG to discuss public facilitation strategy By July 21,2000 City comments on Screencheck Initial Study/NOP due to PCR July 27,2000 PCR distributes NOP1InicW Study NOP for 30-day comment period begins August 2,2000 Ciry distributes Notice of Availability of NOP and public meccing August 2,2000 PCRICity Staff meeting to discuss scoping meeting (Specific date to be determined based upon scoping meeting location availability) August 2, 2000-August 14,2000 Public Scoping Meeting (Specific date to be determined based upon scoping meeting location availability) August 16,2000-August 22,2000 Close of NOP comment period September 1,2000 PCRICiry Staff Meeting to review issues identified in NOP comments September 6,2000 Screencheck Draft EIR to City for Review October 6, 2000 City Comments on Screencheck Draft EIR due to PCR October 20, 2000 Notice of Availability of Draft EIR and Public Comment meeting(sent by City) October 13,2000 PCR distributes Draft EIR for 45-day comment period November 7,2000 PCR/City Staff meeting October 27, 2000- November 2, 2000 Public Comment:Meeting November 13,2000- November 16,2000 Planning Commission Study Session December 12, 2000 Close of Public Comment Period December 22, 2000 PCR to Submit Budget Estimate for Pre ararion of RTC/Final EIR December 23, 2000 f SANTA MOWCA Los ANGRES , IRIV(NE Mr. Herb Fauland CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000-Page 19 BUDGET The following provides a not-to-exceed budget estimate for the preparation of the Draft EIR and air quality technical documentation. The total budget for these tasks as described in the scope of services and included within the cost estimate spreadsheet identified as Attachment B to this proposal, is $146,298 including PCR staff hours, air quality technical support and studies, MIG subconsultant hours and expenses, peer review of technical reports, other direct expenses, printing, and a 20 percent budget contingency. PCR reserves the right to transfer fees between tasks, as appropriate. PCR proposes a cost-effective scope of services based on our current understanding of the proposed project. Should the need arise for additional professional services beyond those set forth in the scope of services and budget provided herein due to changes in the proposed project, public controversy, or the regulatory environment, PCR will request from the City written authorization to proceed prior to the initiation of the additional services. Task 1.0 Project Initiation' $ 2,800 Task 2.0 Project Scoping and Notice of Preparation $ 3,600 Task 3.0 Preparation of Draft EIR Subtask 3.1 Preparation of Screencheck Draft EIR $ 39,320 Subtask 3.2 Preparation of Draft EIR $ 10,920 Subtotal $ 50,240 Task 4.0 Preparation of Response to Comments/Final EIR Subtask 4.1 Preparation of Response to Comments/Screencheck Final EIR $ 15,080 Subtask 4.2 Preparation of Certification Documents $ 31100 Subtask 4.3 Preparation of Final EIR $ 8,760 Task 5.0 Preparation of Mitigation Monitoring Program $ 2,520 Task 6.0 Attendance at Meetings and Hearings $ 9,980 Technical Support and Studies for Draft EIR/Subconsultants -Air Quality Assessment $ 9,500 Noise Technical Peer Review $ '3,500 MIG, Inc. Public Facilitation $ 8,533 20%Labor Contingency $ 24,383 Other Direct Expenses b $ 2,700 l &000 TOTAL $ 146,298 Budger for attendance at Project Initiation Meeting included under Task 6.0 Attendance at Meetings and Hearings. b Includes U.S. Mail postage for distribution ofdocument fir public review. `Allowance is fir printing of deliverables as described in the Scope of Work. __ I SANTA MONICA Los ANGELES IRVINE Mr. Herb Fauland PCR CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH June 16, 2000-Page 20 Please call to discuss any questions char you may have or if you have any requests for revisions to the above. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you on the environmental documentation for the Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse/northeast corner of Beach and Warner project. Sincerely, PCR SERVICES CORPORATION Gregory Broughton President cc: Howard Zelefsky Cindy Chic Attachments June 1, 2000 Sally M. Salavea Senior Planner PCR Services Corporation One Venture, Suite 150 Irvine,CA 92618-3328 Re:Public Meetings Facilitation for Rancho View/Lowe's Project EIR Dear Ms. Salavea. Moore Iacofano Goltsman (NUG), Inc.,is pleased to submit the following proposal and fee estimate for planning and facilitating two (2) public meetings regarding preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed development of a Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse in the City of Huntington Beach. MIG specializes in facilitation, consensus budding, and public outreach and information for regional and community planning projects. Since its inception in 1981,MIG has worked. extensively with public agencies and policy makers throughout California and the U.S.to accurately and effectively communicate complex issues to key stakeholders and the public, enabling them to actively participate in the planning process and make informed decisions. Over the years,we have proven our success in involving stakeholders in planning,building consensus and developing a base of support for project outcomes. Some our recent-projects here in Southern California include the City of La Canada FUtridge Downtown Village Specific Plan,City of Azusa General Plan,City of Lawndale Hawthorne Boulevard Revitalization, Riverside County Integrated Plan,-and the Pasadena Blue Line Project. Should you wish to include one of the optional tasks outlined below,MIG also has in-house expertise and capabilities in graphic design and production to help create materials that communicate important issues and information to all audiences, including the general public, government officials,and project staff. The attached letter proposal has been prepared based on the information included in your letter to us, and your phone conversation with Kathy Padilla, one of our project managers. It includes a preliminary scope and cost estimate, current Hourly rates, and resumes of key personnel: If you have any questions.regarding our submittal,please feel free to contact Mark Sinings or myself at 626/744-9872. We look forward to the possibility of working with PCR and the City on this project. 'Sincerely, MOORE IACOFANO GOLTSMAN,Inc. Pat McLaughlin Director- Southern California Operations A. Preliminary Scope and Cast Estimate The following presents our preliminary scope of services and cost estimate to conduct two (2) public meetings.Costs are provided for each task in terms of professional time required to complete the task and associated direct costs. TASK 1: MEETING PREPARATION WITH PCR AND CITY STAFF MIG staff will meet with PCR and City staff to define the objectives,issues, and structure for the two public workshops.MIG will provide consultation on strategies for approaching the desired audience of residents, property owners,tenants and others that have an interest in or are possibly affected by the proposed development of a Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse in the City of Huntington Beach.MIG will coordinate logistics with staff, discuss materials that will be presented at the meetings, and if appropriate,prepare an agenda for the meeting. Professional Time Principal-in-Charge: 7 Hours @ $125.00/Hour ........................................................$875.00 Project Manager: 7 Hours 0 $100.00/Hour........................................................$700.00 Direct Costs Communications (photocopies,FAX,delivery)...............................................................$25.00 Mileage ..................................................................................................$27.00 Task 1 Estimated Cost.................................................................................... $1,627.00 TASK 2: MEETING FACILITATION MIG will facilitate two (2) public meetings regarding preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed development of a Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse in the City.It is anticipated that the first public meeting will be held during the Notice of Preparation/Initial Study public review period'and the second meeting during the draft EIR public review period. Discussion and comments will be recorded using"facilitation graphics," a for_m of graphic notetaking that captures participant comments in real-time on wall-sized sheet of paper.These "wallgraphics" become both the group's memory of the discussion and a foundation for consensus building, allowing participants to see discussion as it progresses and build upon each other's ideas.The wallgraphics will help in preparation of the meeting report. Professional Time Principal-in-Charge: 14 hours @ $125.00........................:...................................... $1,750.00- Project Manager. 14 hours @ $100.00............................................................... $1,400.00 Direct Costs Communications (photocopies,FAX,delivery)...............................................................$50.00 Mileage ....................................................:.............................................$52.00 Task.2 Estimated Cost....................................................................................$3,252.00 PCR Services Corporation MIG, Inc. Rancho View/Lowe's Project EIR Page 2 i TASK 3: MEETING REPORTS MUG will prepare a separate written summary for each of the two public meetings. Each meeting summary will analyze the key issues, findings and areas of agreement from the meeting discussion. Following each meeting,MIG will provide one (1) camera-ready copy of the summary,including waIIgraphic photoreproductions,to PCR and City staff for photocopying and appropriate distribution. Professional Time Principal-in-Charge: 4 hours a $125.00/hour..........................................................$500.00 Project Manager. 24 hours @ $100.00/hoar...................................................... $2,400.00 Direct Costs Communications (photocopies, FAX,delivery)...............................................................$50.00 Wallgraphic Reduction Processing: (2 at$150 per meeting) ..........................................$300.00. Task3 Estimated Cost..........................................:.........................................$3,250.00 NOT-TO-EXCEED FEE TOTAL (Tasks 1 to 3) .....:...................................... $8,129.00 B. Additional Meetings Additional meetings involving the same tasks above would cost approximately$4,950.00 per meeting..If MIG services involve facilitation only,the cost for each four-hour public meeting would cost $1,600.00 per meeting. C. Optional Tasks A description of optional tasks that PCR and City staff may wish to consider for inclusion in this project and their estimated costs are summarized below OPTIONAL TASK 4:OUTREACH NOTIFICATION AND PRESENTATION MATERIALS For each of the two public meetings,MIG will prepare and mail a meeting notice to property owners,residents and tenants in the study area. MIG will also create and publish an- advertisement regarding the meetings in the local newspaper.To help guide meeting discussions, MIG will research and prepare exhibits (handouts and visual aids) for presentation at the meeting. Professional Time Principal-in-Charge: 4 hours a $125.00 per hour .....................................................$500.00 Project Manager: 32 hours 0 $100.00 per hour.................................................$3,200.00 Direct Costs Making and Advertising Costs ..................................................................................$1,000.00 Graphic Supplies and Reproduction.............................................................................$600.00 Task 4 (Optional) Estimated Cost............................................................................. $53300.00 (or$2650.00 per » PCR Services Corporation MSG, Inc. Rancho View/Lowe's Project EIR Page 3 OPTIONAL TASK 5: STAKEHOLDER INTERVIEWS To gain insight into their attitudes and beliefs pertaining to the proposed development of the Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse in the City of Huntington Beach,MUG will conduct up to twelve stakeholder interviews with individuals identified by City staff and prepare summaries of these interviews,including key issues and directions.. . Professional Time Principal-in-Charge: 8 hours @ $125.00 per hour .................................................. $1,000.00 Project Manager: 25 hours @$100.00 per hour................................................. $2,500.00 Direct Costs Communications (photocopies,FAX,delivery)........................:......................................$50.00 Mdeage (assume two (2) trips)........................................................................................$52.00 Task 5 (Optional) Estimated Cost...................................................................$3,602.00 D. Time Required/Schedule Project duration is dependent upon such variables as the scheduled time for the two public meetings,project initiation date, and PCR and City staff availability to participate in a preparation meeting.MIG is available to start work immediately. E. Hourly Rates The current hourly rates for the key personnel assigned to this project are as follows: Pat McLaughlin,Principal-in-Charge/Lead Facilitator ..................................................$125.00 Mark Sillings,Project Manager/Facilitator Recorder.....................................................$100.00 F. Key Personnel Resumes The following are resumes for the key personnel listed above. PCR Services Corporation MIG, Inc. Rancho View/Lowe's Project EIR Page 4 PATRICIA V. MCLAUGHLIN Principal-in-Charge KEY QUALIFICATIONS Pat McLaughlin heads the Southern California office of MIG and also directs the finws transportation and management practice.She has over 20 years'experience in planning, organization development and management,with special emphasis on the public sector, including public transportation.Her transportation planning work has focused on local,regional and state transportation project planning,including environmental review,ADA and paratransit planning,community project visioning and joint development. She has extensive experience in small and large group facilitation and consensus-building around major infrastructure projects,development of community-based land use and transportation projects,community-based and specialized transportation planning,environmental clearance of large-scale transportation projects,innovative project development,organization systems design, strategic planning,project management and developing and leading multidisciplinary reams. Ms.McLaughlin is currently leading several community consensus and outreach projects for public transportation agencies and municipalities,including the Southern California Association of Governments'Regional Transportation Plan,the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Long Range plan and General Plan,Design Guidelines and Zoning Code updates as well as deparanental consensus workshops for the City of Pasadena.Other consensus and outreach projects.include the Azusa General Plan,the La Canada Flintridge Specific Plan,and communitymput and visioning workshops for the Riverside County Integrated Plan. Ms.McLaughlin's other recent projects include: conducting the Joint RTA/Pace Financial Study and Business Plan Design;consensus-building and technical assistance for the Southern California Association of Governments (SLAG)Regional Transportation Plan(RTI')and organizational development projects for the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California; the Pace bus system in Suburban Chicago;Access Services,Inc.and the Bay Area Rapid Transit . District(BARD.She has also assisted Caltrans with several projects to implement the Calnans Strategic Plan. Ms.McLaughlin is experienced as both a member of an executive team and as an internal and external consultant to executive management and boards of directors.She has had extensive interface with national,state and local elected officials.and with community influence groups and' leaders.She is a founding member of the Board of Directors for the California Alliance for Advanced Transportation Systems(CARTS)and is active in transportation research and policy at the national level.She chairs the Public Transportation Section of the Transportation Research Board,an arm of the National Academy of Sciences.She has facilitated and chaired a number of national conferences on transportation issues. EDUCATION Master of Planning,University of Southern California;Los Angeles,Califomia, 1976 Bachelor of Science,Purdue University-,West Lafayette,Indiana, 1973 PCR Services Corporation MIG, Inc. Rancho View/Lowe's Project EIR Page 5 MARK A. SILLINGS Project Manager KEY QUALIFICATIONS Mark Sillings has over 15 years of experience in transportation and management consulting.He has utilized his project management expertise to coordinate the implementation of complex; ' multi year programs and research studies.His transportation planning work has focused in the areas of transportation demand management and air quality improvement,including managing the evaluation of research studies designed to measure the effectiveness of various strategies for reducing vehicle trips and eliminating vehicular emissions.He has also developed and implemented marketing programs to encourage increased usage of alternative transportation services. Mr.Sillings currently serves as Project Manager for the Los Angeles County MTXs Long Range Transportation Plan update,outreach and consensus for the Southern California Association of Governments Regional Transportation Plan,the County of Riverside Integrated Plan.;and the . City of Long Beach Strategic Plan.Mr.Sillings recently designed'and implemented performance improvement studies for the Los Angeles County MTA-He managed a three-year,$360,000 evaluation of transportation demand management demonstration projects designed to reduce, drive alone commuting.Applied performance improvement skills including stakeholder analysis, coalition-building and team development,program design and management,training and group facilitation,counseling,research and data analysis,and program monitoring.He also used ' planning and team-building skills to turn around a S 126,000 project that required revitalization. He helped to improve working relations with the client,federal agencies funding the study,and other consulting firms on the study team.The resulting collaboration succeeded in documenting innovations by transit agencies seeking more effective ways to respond to changes in their marketing,operating,and regulatory environments. In addition to his transportation planning work,Mr.Sillings has expertise in organizational consulting and facilitation. He has assisted clients in the private,public,and non-profit sectors to shape organizational goals and priorities,identify desired changes,and develop strategies for achieving long-term goals.He also facilitated discussions within a statewide task force seeking to improve coordination between agencies responsible for congestion management and air quality improvement.He has provided strategic planning,program design,and marketing services to Transportation Management Associations seeking to develop more market-oriented services and sustainable revenue sources. Mr.Sillings has also designed.and conducted training courses to improve organizational or. program performance.He developed and implemented corporate training to improve information sharing and knowledge management within a regional ridesharing agency.He also designed and conducted an organizational development workshop at a national transportation conference for public and non-profit organizations. EDUCAnoN Masters of Business Administration,Boston University Graduate School of Management Bachelor of Arts,University of Chicago PCR Services Corporation MIG, Inc. Rancho View/Lowe's Project EIR Page 8 HE Na N "E3;- - t M I I :Ft`iT'F 1 Fltl+u• �--,�5 3 �,i A E re t g•!" } th�! _ _ k h�� ., h '1,,,4° _ W i 9 I� n- N +In �I I dk- f�����N��CI d -�,F�•F -•3 �' �'-I 5 a I t�F rt1�TT�� iT ukl t� t!� "` � - '- I'''1 €� � f h>•-¢�'!II'-v � - 40odo Adlikk a ACC # CERTIFICA OF LIJABIL�TIf kIN�URJA E e DATE RD I n..,:. M. .: ,. ..N. ..n... 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CG 20 10 11 85 Copyright. Insurance Services Office. Inc., 1984 _ J ISSUE DATE(MM1DD1YY) CERTIFICATI&F INSURANCE 6/29/00 PRODUCER THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS STUART A. WRIGHT & ASSOCIATES NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER.THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW 23801 Calabasas Road #2033 Calabasas , CA 91302 COMPANIES AFFORDING COVERAGE (818) 222-5266 COMPALETTER ZURICH REINSURA14CE (UK) LTD. { !CODE SUB-CRDE COMPANY B INSURED LETTER PLANNING CONSULTANTS RESEARCH OMPARNY C I 1233 Wilshire Blvd. #130 Santa Monica, CA 90401 COMPANY D LETTER COMPANY E LETTER COVERAGES THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED,NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT.TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES.LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. CO TYPE OF INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER POLICY EFFECTIVE POLICY EXPIRATION', ALL LIMITS IN THOUSANDS LTR DATE(MMIDDIYY) DATE(MMIDDIYY) , GENERAL LIABILITY GENERAL AGGREGATE $ COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY PRODUCTS-COMPIOPS AGG13EGATEI S CLAIMS MADE OCCUR.. PERSONAL&ADVERTISING INJURY S j OWNER'S 6 CONTRACTOR'S PROT.' EACH OCCURRENCE S I - FIRE DAMAGE(Any one fire) - S MEDICAL EXPENSE(Any Dne person), $ AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY COMBINED SINGLE S ANY AUTO LIMIT ALL OWNED AUTOS BODILY - - INJURY i SCHEDULED AUTOS (Per person) . HIRED AUTOS BODILY - INJURY $ = _ NON-OWNED AUTOS {Per accident) GARAGE LIABILITY APPRO-VE-D AS TO --- - �._�-�----- - - „m�.. 4--•- �i:f 1G1r PROPERTY G 4I1. F' _ _ ;v .,_ .. _ J DAMAGE EXCESS LIABILITY By: D�-N "} "' i1 EACH AGGREGATE OCCURRENCE• S S OTHER THAN UMBRELLA FORM WORKER'S COMPENSATION STATUTORY I $ (EACH ACCIDENT) AND - .------....---•------ - S (DISEASE—POLICY LIMIT) EMPLOYERS'LIABILITY --_ ...... $ (DISEASE--EACH EMPLOYEE OTHER - --- ----- - - - -- A PROFESSIONAL $2 ,000 ,000 Per Claim LIABILITY INS . #ZRU960535 4/19/98 4/19/2001$2 ,000 , 000 Aggregate (E & 0) $25 ,000 Deductible DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONSILOCATIONS/VEHICLESIRESTRICTIONS;SPECIAL ITEMS OPERATION: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE � 2000 Main Street EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, THE ISSUING COMPANY .WILL WX%-Vxa Huntington Beach, CA 92648 MAIL 30 DAYS WRITTEN NOTICE TO THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER NAMED TO THE i Attn: Duane Bankey LEFT, AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE STUART A. WRIGHT & AS3OCIATE�S1 � I ACORD-2S•S (M—j-_ ! ®ACORD CORPORATION 1988 a�i I ��i�r r $ -.i r '"r 4 r S� �• -�� �- I I --. �Jlra r-: � r - n 11 I' ii.r- d f ' s, 60( ]0 CITY OF HTj-.\TINGTON BEACH APPLICATION FOR INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS WAIVER OR(MODIFICATION 1. NTame/TitlelDepartment of Requesting Staff Afember ���^'�"�"�G' / 7 `"4"'T -/3'+"''�� 2. Date of Request 3. Name of Convactar/Perminee_ Pe x -6jz✓i c&S 6ulLpvlz.4-n 4. Description of work to be performed 7iz 6ge rL*7i-,^V of R / F 11Z 5. Length of Contract b. T}fie of Insurance aiVe or iodifieation equesied: x1A4�-f-- :'7 �r —Ai (a)Limits: (b) Coverage 1#1a? vvv 7. Reason for Request for Waiver or Reduction o L-mits /�c/Z r 8. Identi.f-,•the risks to the City if Us request for we-iVer or trod icadors granted .�% iuc/� F Firms wiRl Department Heed Signature [7� (Ibis section to be completed-by the Risk Manager) Recommendation: Approve Deny Risk Manager's Signature:Date I 1 I s (This section to be completed by the City Attorney) Recommendation: Approve Deny Cite Anomey's Signat'arc,02te 1 1 Ir Settlement Ct;.:L,.ittee appro"' [is] snot] require;;for waiver.t+7is tf Settlement Committee atp��al is required, submit form to City Attorne}' a to be placed o:1 the agenda. Recommendation: Approve Deny City Council approval [is] s not) egwred for this waiver. If City Council approval is required, attach this form to the RCA after consideration b} ttlement C% ;, mTkns ' ver is its not] on City Council Benda. jmpl'KJresovtiorAnsregl5111/97 AU G � JO 7 Department nr planning RCA FTOUTIN"? IEP47, ),�,, INITIATING DEPARTMENT: PLANNING SUBJECT: APPROVE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH PCR SERVICES CORPORATION FOR PREPARATION OF A MASTER ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE LOWE'S HOME IMPROVEMENT WAREHOUSE PROJECT COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 21, 2000 RCA ATTACHMENTS STATUS` Ordinance (w/exhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Not Applicable Resolution (wlexhibits & legislative draft if applicable) Not Applicable Tract Map, Location Map and/or other Exhibits Not Applicable Contract/Agreement (wlexhibits if applicable) (Signed in full by the City Attomey) Attached Subleases, Third Party Agreements, etc. (Approved as to form by City Attomey) Not Applicable Certificates of Insurance (Approved by the City Attorney) Attached Financial Impact Statement (Unbudget, over $5,000) Not Applicable Bonds (If applicable) Not Applicable Staff Report (If applicable) Not Applicable Commission, Board or Committee Report (If applicable) Not Applicable Findings/Conditions for Approval and/or Denial I Not Applicable `_ EXPLANATION FOR.MISS,ING.ATTACHMENTS: :.. .; - REVIEWED RETURNED FORWARDED Administrative Staff { ) ( �) Assistant City Administrator (Initial) { ) ( ) City Administrator (Initial) ( ) ( v,, ) City Clerk { ) :EXPLANATION FOR°RETURN OF ITEM. SpaceOnly) *REQUEST FOR ACTION �•o� MEETING DATE: August 21, 2000 DEPARTMENT ID NUMBER: PL0042 maintenance facility) with an approximately 159,300 square feet retail warehouse facility along with a 9,000 square feet restaurant pad. The EIR will also analyze a conceptual plan of development, consistent with the General Plan, of approximately 43,825 square feet of commercial/office located on the adjacent 6.3 acres to the west from B Street to Beach Blvd. A zoning map amendment is proposed to change the zoning from Public—Semipublic (PS) to Commercial General (CG). The proposed amendment is required for the entire 19.31-acre school site (including the bus maintenance facility) to make the zoning consistent with the existing General Plan designation. Prior to the proposed development, a Master Environmental Impact Report must be completed to assess any environmental considerations and appropriate mitigation measures. C. Scope of Work: The Initial Study preparation will be used to define the Project Description for the proposed 25.61-acre project including the Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse development located on 11.61 acres, and the conceptual plan for an approximate 43,825 square-foot commercial/office development located adjacent to and west from B Street to Beach Blvd. PCR Services Corporation will be responsible for all studies and documentation necessary to comply with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as well as conducting an impact assessment, development of mitigation measures, review for CEQA adequacy, attendance at public meetings and hearings, responses to public comments, coordination between City staff and the project team, and the preparation of a mitigation monitoring plan necessary to prepare and adopt the document. D. Consultant Selection Process: Staff initially distributed a Request for Proposal to six (6) qualified planning consulting firms in August 1996, to prepare an EIR for each of the two school sites. The following four (4) firms responded to the request by submitting packages detailing their experience, expertise, fee structure and scope of work for the project. • Jones & Stokes • Michael Brandman & Associates • P & D Technologies • Planning Consultants Research Based upon the project approach, level of expertise and cost for services contained in their written proposals, staff, with approval of the City Council contracted with PCR to prepare the two EIR's. Although the initial portion of the contract concerning preparation of the Rancho View School Site EIR was terminated, staff, after careful consideration determined that PCR Services Corporation offers the best combination of experience, expertise, project approach, and accessibility to meet the City's needs for the Lowe's project. 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