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PERSONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made, entered into, and shall become effective this
day of August, 2008, by and between the City of San Juan Capistrano (hereinafter
referred to as the "City") and Dudek ironmenW (hereinafter referred
to as the "Consultant").
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, City desires to retain the services of Consultant to prepare
environmental documentation and to manage the environmental review process
consistent with the City's "Local Guidelines for Implementing the California
Environmental Quality Act" and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
regarding preparation of habitat, invasive plant species, and sensitive wildlife species
mapping for the City of San Juan Capistrano; and,
WHEREAS, Consultant is qualified by virtue of experience, training, education
and expertise to accomplish such services.
NOW, THEREFORE, City and Consultant mutually agree as follows:
Section 1. Scope of Work.
The scope of work to be performed by the City shall consist of those tasks as set
forth in Exhibit "A," attached and incorporated herein by reference. To the extent that
there are any conflicts between the provisions described in Exhibit "A" and those
provisions contained within this Agreement, the provisions in this Agreement shall
control.
Section 2. Term.
This Agreement shall commence on the effective date and shall terminate, and
all services required hereunder shall be completed, no later than June 30, 2009.
Section 3. Compensation.
3.1 Amount.
Total compensation for the services hereunder shall not exceed twenty-
four thousand, nine -hundred and ninety dollars and no cents ($24,990.00) as set forth in
Exhibit "B," attached and incorporated herein by reference.
3.2 Method of Payment.
Subject to Section 3.1, Consultant shall submit monthly invoices based on
total services which have been satisfactorily completed for such monthly period. The
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City will pay monthly progress payments based on approved invoices in accordance
with this Section.
3.3 Records of Expenses.
Consultant shall keep complete and accurate records of all costs and
expenses incidental to services covered by this Agreement. These records will be
made available at reasonable times to City.
Section 4. Independent Contractor.
It is agreed that Consultant shall act and be an independent contractor and not
an agent or employee of City, and shall obtain no rights to any benefits which accrue to
City's employees.
Section 5. Limitations Upon Subcontracting and Assignment.
The experience, knowledge, capability and reputation of Consultant, its principals
and employees were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement.
Consultant shall not contract with any other entity to perform the services required
without written approval of the City. This Agreement may not be assigned, voluntarily or
by operation of law, without the prior written approval of the City. If Consultant is
permitted to subcontract any part of this Agreement by City, Consultant shall be
responsible to City for the acts and omissions of its subcontractor as it is for persons
directly employed. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall create any contractual
relationships between any subcontractor and City. All persons engaged in the work will
be considered employees of Consultant. City will deal directly with and will make all
payments to Consultant.
Section 6. Changes to Scope of Work.
For extra work not part of this Agreement, a written authorization from City is
required prior to Consultant undertaking any extra work. In the event of a change in the
Scope of Work provided for in the contract documents as requested by the City, the
Parties hereto shall execute an addendum to this Agreement setting forth with
particularity all terms of the new agreement, including but not limited to any additional
Consultant's fees.
Section 7. Familiarity with Work and/or Construction Site.
By executing this Agreement, Consultant warrants that: (1) it has investigated
the work to be performed; (2) if applicable, it has investigated the work site(s), and is
aware of all conditions there; and (3) it understands the facilities, difficulties and
restrictions of the work to be performed under this Agreement. Should Consultant
discover any latent or unknown conditions materially differing from those inherent in the
work or as represented by City, it shall immediately inform the City of this and shall not
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proceed with further work under this Agreement until written instructions are received
from the City.
Section B. Time of Essence.
Time is of the essence in the performance of this Agreement.
Section 9. Compliance with Law.
Consultant shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, codes and
regulations of federal, state and local government.
Section 10. Conflicts of Interest.
Consultant covenants that it presently has no interest and shall not acquire any
interest, direct or indirect, which would conflict in any manner or degree with the
performance of the services contemplated by this Agreement. No person having such
interest shall be employed by or associated with Consultant.
Section 11. Copies of Work Product.
At the completion of the work, Consultant shall have delivered to City at least one
(1) copy of any final reports and/or notes or drawings containing Consultant's findings,
conclusions, and recommendations with any supporting documentation. All reports
submitted to the City shall be in reproducible format, or in the format otherwise
approved by the City in writing.
Section 12. Ownership of Documents.
All reports, information, data and exhibits prepared or assembled by Consultant
in connection with the performance of its services pursuant to this Agreement are
confidential to the extent permitted by law, and Consultant agrees that they shall not be
made available to any individual or organization without prior written consent of the City.
All such reports, information, data, and exhibits shall be the property of the City and
shall be delivered to the City upon demand without additional costs or expense to the
City. The City acknowledges such documents are instruments of Consultant's
professional services.
Section 13. Indemnity.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant agrees to protect, defend, and
hold harmless the City and its elective and appointive boards, officers, agents, and
employees from any and all claims, liabilities, expenses, or damages of any nature,
including attorneys' fees, for injury or death of any person, or damages of any nature,
including interference with use of property, arising out of, or in any way connected with
the negligence, recklessness and/or intentional wrongful conduct of Consultant,
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Consultant's agents, officers, employees, subcontractors, or independent contractors
hired by Consultant in the performance of the Agreement. The only exception to
Consultant's responsibility to protect, defend, and hold harmless the City, is due to the
negligence, recklessness and/or wrongful conduct of the City, or any of its elective or
appointive boards, officers, agents, or employees.
This hold harmless agreement shall apply to all liability regardless of whether any
insurance policies are applicable. The policy limits do not act as a limitation upon the
amount of indemnification to be provided by Consultant.
Section 14. Insurance.
On or before beginning any of the services or work called for by any term of this
Agreement, Consultant, at its own cost and expense, shall carry, maintain for the
duration of the agreement, and provide proof thereof that is acceptable to the City, the
insurance specified below with insurers and under forms of insurance satisfactory in all
respects to the City. Consultant shall not allow any subcontractor to commence work
on any subcontract until all insurance required of the Consultant has also been obtained
for the subcontractor. Insurance required herein shall be provided by Admitted Insurers
in good standing with the State of California and having a minimum Best's Guide Rating
of A- Class VII or better.
14.1 Comprehensive General Liability.
Throughout the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall maintain in full
force and effect Comprehensive General Liability coverage in an amount not less than
one million dollars per occurrence ($1,000,000.00), combined single limit coverage for
risks associated with the work contemplated by this agreement. If a Commercial
General Liability Insurance form or other form with a general aggregate limit is used,
either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to the work to be performed
under this agreement or the general aggregate limit shall be at least twice the required
occurrence limit.
14.2 Comprehensive Automobile Liability.
Throughout the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall maintain in full
force and effect Comprehensive Automobile Liability coverage, including owned, hired
and non -owned vehicles in an amount not less than one million dollars per occurrence
($1,000,000.00).
14.3 Worker's Compensation.
If Consultant intends to employ employees to perform services under this
Agreement, Consultant shall obtain and maintain, during the term of this Agreement,
Worker's Compensation Employer's Liability Insurance in the statutory amount as
required by state law.
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14.4 Proof of Insurance Requirements/Endorsement.
Prior to beginning any work under this Agreement, Consultant shall submit
the insurance certificates, including the deductible or self -retention amount, and an
additional insured endorsement naming City, its officers, employees, agents, and
volunteers as additional insured parties for each of the following: Liability arising out of
activities performed by or on behalf of Consultant, including the insured's general
supervision of Consultant; products and completed operations of Consultant; premises
owned, occupied or used by Consultant; or automobiles owned, leased, hired, or
borrowed by Consultant. The coverage shall contain no special limitations on the scope
of protection afforded City, its officers, employees, agents, or volunteers.
14.5 Errors and Omissions Coverage
Throughout the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall not be required to
maintain Errors and Omissions Coverage (professional liability coverage).
14.6 Notice of Cancellation/Termination of Insurance.
The above policy/policies shall not terminate, nor shall they be cancelled,
nor the coverage reduced, until after thirty (30) days' written notice is given to City,
except that ten (10) days' notice shall be given if there is a cancellation due to failure to
pay a premium.
14.7 Terms of Compensation.
Consultant shall not receive any compensation until all insurance
provisions have been satisfied.
14.8 Notice to Proceed.
Consultant shall not proceed with any work under this Agreement until the
City has issued a written "Notice to Proceed" verifying that Consultant has complied
with all insurance requirements of this Agreement.
Section 15. Termination.
City shall have the right to terminate this Agreement without cause by giving
thirty (30) days' advance written notice of termination to Consultant.
In addition, this Agreement may be terminated by any party for cause by
providing ten (10) days' notice to the other party of a material breach of contract. If the
other party does not cure the breach of contract, then the agreement may be terminated
subsequent to the ten (10) day cure period.
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Section 16. Notice.
All notices shall be personally delivered or mailed to the below listed addresses,
or to such other addresses as may be designated by written notice. These addresses
shall be used for delivery of service of process:
To City: City of San Juan Capistrano
32400 Paseo Adelanto
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Attn: William A. Ramsey, AICP, Principal Planner
To Consultant: Dudek
111 Pacifica, Suite 230
Irvine, CA 92618
Attn: Ryan Henry, Project Manager/Biologist
Section 17. Attorneys' Fees.
If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of
this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys' fees, costs
and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which he may be entitled.
Section 18. Dispute Resolution.
In the event of a dispute arising between the parties regarding performance or
interpretation of this Agreement, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration
under the auspices of the Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Service ("JAMS").
Section 19. Entire Agreement.
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding and agreement between the
parties and supersedes all previous negotiations between them pertaining to the subject
matter thereof.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement.
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
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Dave Adams, City Manager
CONSULTANT
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Omar Sanddval, City Attorney
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EXHIBIT B, PAYMENT FOR SERVICES
Preparation of Habitat, Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species Mapping
for the City of San Juan Capistrano
Section I. Consultant Fee: The total lump sum compensation for all services performed pursuant to
this agreement shall not exceed $<amount>. This fee shall include all costs incurred by the
CONSULTANT for salary and out-of-pocket expenses for travel and miscellaneous expenses
necessary to complete all work specified in the "Scope of Work" (Exhibit "A").
Section II. Contract Administration and Payment
A. Prepayment by Applicant: The CITY shall require that the applicant shall, upon execution of
this agreement, deposit with the CITY, the amount referenced in Section I. above.
B. Consultant Payment Schedule: The City agrees to make progress payments to the
CONSULTANT according to the following schedule and within thirty (30) days of the submission of
invoices for authorized work completed by the consultant:
Not more than ten percent (10%) shall be paid during preparation of the
draft technical report and mapping.
2. Not more than seventy-five percent (75%) cumulative of the total contract
amount shall be paid at submission of the draft technical report &
mapping.
3. Not more than ninety percent (90%) cumulative of the total contract amount
shall be paid at submission of the revised draft technical report &
mapping.
4. One -hundred percent (100%) cumulative of the total contract amount shall be
paid at submission and City approval of the final technical report &
mapping.
Contract Amount
$24,990
Project Milestone
Maximum %
Maximum $
During preparation of the draft technical report and
mapping
10%
$2,500
Submission of the draft technical report & mapping
75%
$18,743
Submission of the revised draft technical report &
mapping.
90%
$22,491
Submission of the final technical report & mapping.
100%
$24,990
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August 8, 2008
William A. Ramsey, AICP
Principal Planner
Community Development Department
32400 Paseo Adelanto
San Juan Capistrano, California 92673
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Subject. Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural
Habitat, Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Dear Mr. Ramsey:
Dudek is pleased to submit a proposal to provide planning -level and site-specific mapping of
vegetation communities (natural habitat), invasive plant species, and sensitive plant and wildlife
species within undeveloped, open space areas of the City of San Juan Capistrano (the City).
Dudek can provide the requested professional biological consulting services to enhance the
City's open space database in support of funding efforts through an open space bond initiative
and grant application for Measure M.
Dudek's proposal includes our understanding of the project, relevant experience of our
professional staff, an efficient and comprehensive scope of work to accomplish the proposed
tasks, a cost estimate, a schedule to complete each task, and Dudek's 2008 Standard Schedule of
Charges.
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The City is in the process of re-evaluating their open space preservation effort. The City has
identified the need to update the existing vegetation community database generated during the
development of two Orange County Natural Community Conservation Program (NCCP)
subregional efforts. The City would also like to obtain invasive plant species and sensitive plant
and wildlife species distribution information. The area of investigation includes approximately
2,473 acres of undeveloped land within the City's boundaries, and natural habitat within 0.25 -
mile of the City boundaries ("the study area").
The habitat mapping will provide the City with a baseline from which general open space
acquisition and management decisions can be made. Dudek understands that the City will be
responsible for research and acquisition of access permission from private property owners.
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, A* •
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Two levels of mapping are desired: planning -level and site-specific. Both mapping efforts are
intended to (1) provide the City with adequate baseline information for making general decisions
on open space acquisition and management on a City-wide basis, and (2) help determine future
needs for more detailed, site-specific and/or project -related habitat delineations. Mapping in the
Northwest area is intended to provide an added level of specificity to the database to support
planning efforts.
Planning-lovel Mapping
The planning -level mapping effort will encompass the entire study area and will be based
primarily on interpretation of recent aerial photographs. The analysis will be supplemented by
mapping previously conducted for the Central -Coastal Subregion and Southern Subregion NCCP
efforts. The City will provide color, ortho-rectified aerial photographs at six-inch pixel resolution
and other geographic data contained within the City's GIS base map. Vegetation community
mapping will be delineated to "habitat subtype" using the Orange County Land Cover/Habitat
Classification System (OCHCS),t as defined below under Existing Vegetation Community Data
and Mapping Classification System and Proposed Vegetation Community Data and Mapping
Classification System. Limited field verification of vegetation communities, invasive plant
species, and sensitive plant and wildlife distribution mapped via interpretation of aerial
photographs and previously mapped data will be performed at the planning -level effort.
SlWspecific Mapping
The site-specific mapping effort will encompass the northwestern portion of the City
("Northwest Area") defined as the confluence of Arroyo Trabuco Creek and Oso Creek and
extending northward along the west side of Interstate S. Arroyo Trabuco Creek east of I-3 is also
in the Northwest Area. The site-specific mapping effort will be based on field verification of the
planning -level mapping (aerial photograph interpretation) and private property owner access
authorization. Vegetation community mapping during this phase will be delineated to "habitat
association" using the Orange County Land Cover/Habitat Classification System (OCHCS).
Extensive field verification of vegetation communities, invasive plant species, and sensitive plant
and wildlife distribution mapped via interpretation of aerial photographs and previously mapped
data will be performed at the site-specific level.
' Gray, J. and D. Bramlet. 1992. Habitat Classification System Natural Resources Geographic Information System
(GIS) Project. Prepared for the Orange County Environmental Management Agency,
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Subject. Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Existing Vegetation Community Data and Mapping Classification
System
The remaining undeveloped, open space land of the City occurs within portions of two NCCP
subregions: the Central -Coastal Subregion and Southern Subregion. The existing vegetation
community database for both subregions was created circa 1992 by Dames and Moore based
primarily on color aerial photo -interpretation and used the Orange County Land Cover/Habitat
Classification System (OCHCS). Later in 1992-1993, Jones and Stokes Associates, Inc. updated
selected County -owned regional parks and open space, landfills, and the National Audubon Starr
Ranch Sanctuary, Crystal Cove State Park, and the City of Laguna Beach open space .2 The
hierarchical system differentiated vegetation communities and land covers into habitat "types,"
each of which contain several habitat "subtypes." Additionally, habitat subtypes within the scrub
habitats, chaparral habitats, and cliff and rock habitats contain more descriptive habitat
"associations." The following provides an example of the hierarchy of the OCHCS for coastal
scrub.
2.0 Scrub (habitat type)
2.3 Venturan-Diegan transitional coastal sage scrub (habitat subtype)
2.3.1 California sagebrush -California buckwheat scrub (habitat association)
The existing NCCP vegetation database includes mapping at the association level where
communities were identified by the OCHCS.
Proposed Vegetation Community Data and Mapping Classification
System
In 2003, the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG) published the California
Terrestrial Natural Communities Recognized by the CNDDB (CDFG system), which in a similar
manner classifies communities into four categories from more general to more specific., It is
based on the classification system in Preliminary Descriptions of the Terrestrial Natural
: Jones & Stokes Associates, Inc. 1993. Methods used to survey the vegetation of Orange County parks and open
space areas and The Irvine Company property. February 10, 1993. (JSA 92-032.) Sacramento, CA. Prepared for
County of Orange, Environmental Management Agency, Environmental Planning Division, Santa Ana, CA.
3 California Department of Fish and Game. 2003. California Terrestrial Natural Communities Recognized by the
CNDDB. California Department of Fish and Game, Wildlife Habitat Data Analysis Branch. Vegetation
Classification and Mapping Program. http://www.dfg.ca.gov/whdahtpdfs/natcomlist.pdf.
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Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Communities of California ("Holland"), and A Manual of California Vegetation ("Sawyer and
Keeler -Wolf') 4,5 The CDFG system was designed to apply a uniform hierarchical structure to
the State's vegetation types and follows quantifiable classification rules that define major
floristic groups called alliances and associations in the National Vegetation Classification 6 The
following provides an example of the hierarchy of this classification for coastal scrub that would
be equivalent in the OCHCS.
30.000.00 Scrub and Chaparral (general physionomic and physical location)
32.000.00 Coastal scrub (general habitat)
32.010.00 California sagebrush -California buckwheat scrub (floristic alliance)
32.110.02 California sagebrush -California buckwheat -white sage (association)
General habitats under the CDFG system typically map to the habitat types of the OCHCS. The
floristic alliance level of the CDFG system generally maps to the habitat subtype of OCHCS.
The association level of the CDFG system generally maps to the habitat association level of the
OCHCS.
During preparation of the Draft Southern Subregion NCCP/MSAA/HCP, the vegetation map was
modified on and ad hoc basis by Dudek in response to changing biological conditions within the
plan area, primarily where grading for various large-scale developments had already removed
vegetation (e.g., L.adera Ranch, Talega).7 Dudek made revisions to the database in 2001, 2004,
and 2003. Most recently, Dudek updated the vegetation community database based on the
OCHCS in 2007-2008 for the entire Southern Subregion Habitat Reserve.
Sawyer, J.O. and Keeler -Wolf, T. 1995. A Manual of California Vegetation. Sacramento, California: California
Native Plant Society. 471 pp.
Holland, R.F. 1986. Preliminary Descriptions of the Terrestrial Natural Communities of California. Sacramento,
California: California Department of Fish and Game. 156 pp.
6 Grossman D.H., Faber-Langendoen D., Weakley A.S., Anderson M., Bourgeron P., Crawford R., Goodin K.,
Landaal S., Metzler K.. Patterson K.D., Pyne M., Reid M., and Sneddon L. 1998. International classification of
ecological communities: terrestrial vegetation of the United States. Volume I, The National Vegetation
Classification System: development, status, and applications. The Nature Conservancy: Arlington, VA.
County of Orange and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 2006 (July). Southern Orange County Natural Community
Plan/Master Streambed Alteration Agreement/Habitat Conservation Plan (Southern NCCP/MSAA/HCP). Part I:
Draft Southern NCCP/MSAA/HCP; Part III: Draft Implementation Agreement, and Part V: Technical Appendices.
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Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Dudek proposes to retain the OCHCS (Gray and Bramlet 1992) due to its comprehensive and
complete handling of vegetation communities within the study area. Vegetation communities
would be mapped at the subtype level, where there is not a defined association (e.g., 3.3 Chamise
chaparral, 7.8 Southern cottonwood -Willow riparian forest, etc.) and at the association level
(e.g., 2.3.1 California sagebrush -California buckwheat scrub, 3.1.1 Chamise-Sagebrush), where
there is a defined association and the mapping was appropriate for the purpose of creating a
baseline database. Dudek will provide a cross -walk between the OCHCS and the CDFG
vegetation community systems to ensure that riparian and non -upland areas are delineated using
"Holland vegetation classes," as detailed in the RFP's Proposal Guidelines.
Dudek understands that this scope of work entails vegetation community mapping, invasive plant
species mapping, and sensitive plant and wildlife species at two scales: planning -level through
aerial interpretation and data gathering through published documents; and site-specific through
field verification within the Northwest Area and spot checking in other City-wide open space
areas. Dudek will present the results of this investigation as a series of maps, one for each area of
investigation, and a technical report. Focused surveys for federal, state, or locally sensitive plant
or wildlife species is not included in this scope of work. However, the need for such surveys will
be identified and documented for future consideration. Dudek will accomplish this scope's tasks
by working closely with the City to develop a foundation of biological resource information to
assist with open space planning efforts.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Dudek has assembled a highly -qualified project team that has extensive experience working in
Orange county, expert knowledge of aquatic and upland vegetation communities, and intimate
knowledge of designing and implementing large-scale habitat conservation planning efforts.
Dudek has been involved with habitat management and conservation planning efforts throughout
southern California for over 18 years. Dudek understands the importance of developing these
plans based on reliable biological data. A brief list of our relevant project experience follows.
• Orange County Southern Subregion Natural Community Conservation Plan/Habitat
Conservation Plan Joint EIRIEIS — Dudek was the primary conservation planning and
environmental consultant for an NCCP/HCP and Joint EM/EIS for the 130,000 -acre
Southern Subregion NCCP/HCP in southern Orange County. Dudek completed a variety
of GIS analyses based on a biological data base assembled by the County of Orange and
augmented by Dudek biologists, including preparation and analysis of vegetation
communities, sensitive species accounts, and a variety of alternative reserve design
scenarios.
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Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
• Southern Subregion Habitat Reserve Vegetation Mapping — Dudek conducted
vegetation mapping for approximately 32,818 acres of land within the Habitat Reserve
established for the Southern Subregion NCCP/HCP. Dudek conducted the mapping in
accordance with the OCHCS (Gray and Bramlet 1992). Vegetation mapping included a
combination of photo -interpretation and field -checking for accuracy. Dudek submitted to
the Rancho Mission Viejo Land Trust Reserve Manager a final vegetation map in
hardcopy, Adobe portable document format (pdf), and digital GIS format; and a technical
report including the description of OCHCS, including the crosswalk to the CDFG system,
and mapping methods and results, including vegetation community descriptions, acreages
of the mapped vegetation communities, and statistical analysis of the validation data,
including confidence intervals for the accuracy of various vegetation mapping units at
type, subtype and association level. The field manual, completed data forms, and other
pertinent information necessary to replicate the vegetation mapping in future efforts were
provided as appendices to the report.
• Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) —
The Western Riverside MSHCP involved planning sensitive species needs over a 1.26
million acre study area. Dudek was responsible for MSHCP preparation including
database assembly, visioning/alternatives development, plan preparation/environmental
documentation, plan processing, and various meetings and hearings. The MSHCP was
approved by the County Board of Supervisors on June 17, 2003 and is criterion -based
covering 146 species — the nation's largest NCCP plan. Dudek was a key team member
during the initial Riverside County Integrated Plan (RCIP) visioning processing, which
involved extensive participation in community outreach efforts including unincorporated
areas in 14 cities.
• Ferber Ranch — The Ferber Ranch Project consists of a proposed residential
development on 1,110 acres of undeveloped land in an unincorporated portion of Orange
County. Ferber Ranch is located within the Orange County Southern Subregion
NCCP/HCP. Dudek provided project -specific biological data, regional planning support,
wetlands and Endangered Species Act permitting assistance, and urban forestry support
services, including oak tree assessment and fire management plans. Dudek is responsible
for assembling the biological database for this project to assist the client in site planning.
We conducted the vegetation mapping using the Orange County Land Cover/Habitat
Classification System (OCHCS). Vegetation communities and species locations were
mapped in the field and then digitized by Dudek GIS technicians using ArcGIS software.
• Newhall Ranch Biological Surveys — Dudek conducted vegetation mapping for
approximately 17,000 acres of land within the Newhall Ranch Specific Plan Area and
several adjacent project sites. Dudek conducted the mapping in accordance with the
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CDFG's vegetation classification and mapping program, List of California Terrestrial
Natural Communities Recognized by the California Natural Diversity Database. During
the vegetation mapping, Dudek biologists and restoration specialists evaluated the
property for potential mitigation opportunities for sensitive plant and wildlife species, oak
trees, sage scrub, native grasslands, and wetlands. Dudek prepared a biological resources
technical report describing the survey methods and results, including a description of the
different vegetation communities encountered on site, as well as potentially occurring and
observed sensitive plant and wildlife species, and a discussion of regional connectivity.
Dudek also included a discussion of potential mitigation opportunities and limitations.
• Arroyo Trabuco Golf Course — Dudek designed and prepared a habitat mitigation plan
associated with the implementation of In 18 -hole championship golf course plan that
impacted 11.7 acres of coastal sage scrub (CSS) occupied by three pairs of the federally -
listed threatened coastal California gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica californica) and
24.3 acres of Valley needlegrass grassland (VGL). The restoration project resulted in the
creation of 4.0 acres of CSS, creation of 13.3 acres of VGL, and enhancement of 4.9
acres of VGL in 2003-04. The revegetation program was designed to create CSS and
VGL habitat suitable for use and occupation by a variety of plant and wildlife species.
The replacement CSS habitat now provides cover, forage, and nest sites for California
gnatcatcher and other potential resident avian species.
• Arroyo Trabuco Wetlands Mitigation Project (Lower Rosan Ranch) — Dudek prepared a
conceptual mitigation plan and coordinated with the resource agencies in order to obtain
the necessary resource agency permits for a wetlands mitigation project associated with
the Lower Rosan Ranch site material stockpiling activities. Located in the City of San
Juan Capistrano, west of Interstate S, within Arroyo Trabuco Creek and its flood plain,
the mitigation project was designed to restore 9.72 acres of riparian wetlands habitat that
was heavily infested with giant reed (Arundo donax), gum trees (Eucalyptus spp.), poison
hemlock (Conium maculata), and several other non-native invasive species. Once the
permits were acquired, Dudek prepared construction plans and specifications that
included weed eradication, irrigation, planting, seeding and erosion control plans. Dudek
also performed construction monitoring and long-term biological monitoring over a five-
year period. Monitoring data was analyzed and compared against performance criteria
contained within the Final Mitigation and Monitoring Plan that was negotiated by Dudek
on behalf of the City and approved by the resource agencies.
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, A •
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
SCOPE OF WORK
This section describes the tasks that Dudek will perform to accomplish the requested scope of
work. This section includes a list of deliverables that Dudek will submit to the City at the end of
each major task.
Task 1: Project Initiation and Literature/Data Review
Dudek will review available mapping resources provided by the City and attend a project
orientation/kick-off meeting with City staff. The purpose of the orientation/kick-off meeting is to
establish lines of communication, discuss expectations of the scope of work, and receive
additional project information. We will confirm our understanding of the project and discuss the
overall approach to assist the City with their open space planning efforts. Following the
orientation meeting and receipt of additional information, Dudek will review all available
relevant literature and data provided by the City on vegetation communities, sensitive habitats,
and species distribution to determine those resources that have the potential for occurrence
within the study area. All appropriate and available biological documentation, surveys, published
research and maps will be compiled, reviewed and analyzed. At a minimum, such documentation
will include the listing packages for each endangered and threatened species and California
Natural Diversity Data Base (CNDDB) information regarding sensitive species and habitats
known to occur in the region. Additional information sources consulted may include scientific
journal articles, and historic and current aerial photographs, as appropriate.
Task Z: Conduct Planning -Level Mapping
Dudek will conduct a general biological resources evaluation of the entire study area, including
the Northwest Area, to generate baseline biological resources maps for vegetation communities,
invasive plant species distribution, and sensitive plant and wildlife species distribution.
Vegetation communities will be mapped to habitat subtypes as defined by the OCHCS. All
mapping will be done via aerial interpretation and directly onto 1:6,000 -scale (1 inch - 500 feet)
true -color aerial photographic base at six-inch resolution. Based on recent vegetation mapping
efforts for the Southern Subregion Habitat Reserve, Dudek anticipates conducting limited field
visits to accurately distinguish the various habitat subtypes from aerial photographs. The
vegetation communities will be scanned and digitized into a Geographical Information System
(GIS) format using ArcGIS software and compiled for a Vegetation Community Mao.
During the limited vegetation community field verification, Dudek will document areas where
invasive plant species identified in the California Invasive Plant Council (Cal -IPC) for the State
of California -Southwest floristic province occur. Focal species include artichoke thistle (Cynara
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Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
cardunculus), black mustard (Brassica nigra), fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), hemlock (Conium
maculatum), and tree tobacco (Nicotiana glauca). Dudek understands that other efforts being
implemented at the County -wide, inter jurisdictional level have identified and addressing giant
reed (Arundo donax) infestation within the study area. Therefore, giant reed will not be mapped
as part of this scope of work. Following the mapping effort, invasive species locations will be
recorded, digitized into a GIS format, and compiled for an Invasive Species Man.
Dudek biologists will determine the potential for sensitive species to occur within the study area.
Previous documented occurrences of sensitive biological resources from the Orange County
NCCP efforts and the CNDDB will be compiled. Observable sensitive resources including
perennial plants and conspicuous wildlife (i.e., birds and some reptiles) with special status or
commonly accepted as regionally sensitive by the CLAPS, CDFG, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service (USFWS) will be recorded, digitized into a GIS format, and compiled fora Sensitive
Species Man.
Task 3: Conduct Site -Specific Mapping
Dudek will conduct field surveys within the Northwest Area to generate a more detailed analysis
of the biological resources present within this portion of the City. Field verification of the
vegetation communities identified during the planning -level mapping (aerial interpretation) will
be classified to more specific habitat associations as described by OCHCS. This classification
system is generally more useful for Orange County as some relatively common habitat subtypes
do not appear in other classification systems. All mapping will be done in the field directly onto
1:6,000 -scale (1 inch = 300 feet) aerial photographic base. Based on recent vegetation mapping
efforts for the Southern Subregion Habitat Reserve, Dudek anticipates conducting 100°% field
verification to accurately distinguish the more difficult scrub and chaparral at the habitat
association level, and exotic mapping within riparian corridors associated withy Arroyo Trabuco
Creek. Where feasible and appropriate, vegetation boundaries will be delineated using a Global
Positioning System (GPS) and later downloaded into ArcGIS. Following the mapping effort, the
boundaries of each habitat association will be scanned and digitized into the project -specific GIS
database using ArcGIS software, and incorporated into the Vegetation Community Mao.
During the site-specific vegetation community mapping, Dudek will document invasive plant
species within the Northwest Area noting populations of individual species of concern by Cal -
WC. Focal species include those listed above for the planning -level mapping effort. Following
the mapping effort, invasive plant species locations will be digitized into GIS format and
incorporated into the Invasive Species Mao.
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, A •
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Dudek will also identify sensitive plant communities and/or potential habitat for any sensitive
species, endangered, threatened, or otherwise, within the Northwest Area. Although no focused
surveys will be performed, Dudek will identify the potential for sensitive species to occur based
on the habitat present. Observable sensitive resources with special status or commonly accepted
as regionally sensitive by the CNPS, CDFG, and USFWS will be recorded, digitized into a GIS
format, and incorporated into the Sensitive Species Man.
Task 4: Prepare Maps and Technical Report
Upon completion of the above tasks, Dudek will prepare drafts of the Vegetation Community
Map, Invasive Species Map, and Sensitive Species Map. A technical report will be prepared to
accompany the map products. The report will include a description of the mapping project,
description of the mapping system and survey methodology (including a crosswalk to the CDFG
system), and summary and acreage tabulation of the mapped vegetation communities. The report
will also include a list of resources used to map the vegetation communities, and brief
discussions of project's mapping limitations and appropriate uses of the mapping products.
DNiwrables
• Two (2) draft hard copies and electronic versions of the Vegetation Community Map,
Invasive Species Map, Sensitive Species Map, and Technical Report
• Two (2) final hard copies and electronic versions of the Vegetation Community Map,
Invasive Species Map, Sensitive Species Map, digital shape files used to assemble each
map, and Technical Report
Optional Task 5: Additional Project Meetings
In addition to the orientation/kick-off meeting with City staff, Dudek will be available to attend a
project status meeting. The project status meeting may be determined necessary by the City to
discuss and resolve any mapping -related issues during the course of the habitat mapping effort.
Additionally, Dudek would be available to attend meetings with the City's Open Space
Committee, Planning Commission, and City Council, as requested by the City. Meeting
preparation and attendance would be billed on a time and materials basis according to Dudek's
2008 Standard Schedule of Charges.
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, A* •
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
STAFFING
Dudek's environmental staff is located in Irvine, Encinitas, Santa Barbara, and Santa Clarita.
Work under this contract is primarily anticipated to be performed from our Irvine office;
however, with our state-of-the-art communications capabilities, we are able to easily perform and
share work among multiple offices, particularly GIS tasks.
Dudek's project team will be lead by Mr. Ryan Henry. Mr. Henry has over 11 years' experience
in field biology, vegetation mapping, aquatic resource investigations, and study design. As
Project Manager, Mr. Henry will serve as the primary point of contact for the City and will be
responsible for coordination, product quality assurance, and meeting project deadlines. Mr.
Henry has assembled a project team that includes biologists from the 32,818 -acre Southern
Subregion Habitat Reserve Vegetation Mapping Project, which included Ms. Britney Strittmater;
Ms. Karen Mullen, PhD.; and Mr. Phil Behrends, PhD. Ms. Strittmater and Dr. Mullen each have
over three years professional experience as multi -disciplinary team members investigating
landscape, vegetation, vertebrate, and invertebrate ecology utilizing GPS and GIS technology.
Britney and Karen will he responsible for conducting vegetation, invasive species, and sensitive
species mapping within the study area. Dr. Phil Behrends has over 28 years of combined
experience as a consultant and scientist in the private and public sector. His knowledge
encompasses wildlife biology, terrestrial ecology, and field investigations of behavioral and
social ecology of vertebrates. Phil will be responsible for peer review of the study design,
mapping products, and the technical report.
Table 1 summarizes the anticipated level of effort associated with the various tasks described
above under Scope of Work.
Table 1
Estimated Staffing
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, Ale •
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Dudek is fully committed to providing our full suite of firm equipment, infrastructure, and
expertise to meet the needs of the City for this project. The combined resources of four-wheel
drive trucks, GPS, and wireless telecommunication equipment, computers, GIS workstations,
and plotters assures the City that we can be responsive and efficient.
COST ESTIMATE
Table 2 summarizes costs associated with the various tasks described above under Scope of
Work. This section also includes project assumptions. This proposal is valid for 90 days from the
proposal date.
Table 2
Estimated Cost
PTasEkl
Projset Initiation and iiterat Uft RVR ieierr
$1,410
Task 2
Conduct Plane'
$7,880
Task 3
Cm duct Si*Spaeific MWN
$8,000
Task 4
Prepare Maps and TWMical ROW
$7,280
Sutaoal
$24,3!0
Direct Cosa*
Addlional Project M"&W
$840
Tett
uirsct cosy inatwe costs to reprooucam, aavei, aelivery (induding
certified mal), and digital scarring fess.
Proj*ct Assumptions
e The City will be responsible for providing Dudek with the following:
o Letter of Authorization to access the study area and specific private property
access authorization.
o All available environmental, planning, biological documentation relating to the
biological resources within the study area.
o Digital data (AutoCAD/GIS format):
■ Study area boundaries
e Developed/Undeveloped boundaries within the City
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, A* •
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Topography
■ Aerial photography.
Dudek will reproduce the number of document copies as specified above. Additional copies can
be provided on a time -and -materials basis, with prior written authorization from the City.
The following tasks are not included in this scope of work: focused sensitive species survey
efforts, formal jurisdictional delineation of aquatic resources, and report revisions due to study
area changes or additional requirements not anticipated in this proposal. If desired, these
additional services can be performed and charged on a time -and -materials basis beyond the fee
indicated.
SCHEDULE
Dudek is prepared to begin work immediately upon receipt of the Notice to Proceed. We have
the staff immediately available to commit to this project. For illustration purposes, we have
assumed a project kickoff date of August 1, 2008. Dudek commits to meeting the schedule
outlined in Table 3, provided that project information and product review turnaround times meet
the schedule milestones.
Table 3
Proposed Schedule
Dudek anticipates attending the City orientation meeting within one week of contract execution
and City's issuance of the Notice to Proceed. Within six weeks of project orientation meeting,
Dudek will provide the City with a draft of the technical report and mapping products. The City
will review the deliverables and provides comments. Final map production and technical report
will occur within two weeks following receipt of the City's review comments on the draft
product.
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, A* •
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Thank you for your consideration of our proposal. We look forward to presenting our well-
qualified team and to working with you on this important project. If you have any questions,
please feel free to contact me at 949.450.7991 or via e-mail at rhenry@dudek.com.
Sincerely,
Ryan eery
Project Manager/Biologist
Att: Dudek's 2008 Schedule of Charges
cc: Michael Sweesy, Dudek
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• DUDEK •
2008 STANDARD SCHEDULE OF CHARGES
Engineering Services
Project Director ...........................................$205.00/hr
$210.00/hr
ROW Project Manager................................$140.00/hr
Program Manager .......................................$190.00/hr
ROW Senior Engineer.................................$125.00/hr
$150.00/hr
Principal Engineer II ....................................$180.00/hr
$85.00/hr
ROW Technician .........................................$105.00/hr
Principal Engineer I.....................................$170.00/hr
ROW Research Analyst................................$75.00/hr
$125.00/hr
Senior Project Manager...............................$160.00/hr
$80.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner 1..............$100.00/hr
Project Manager..........................................$145.00/hr
Analyst..........................................................$85.00/hr
$40.00/hr
Resident Engineer.......................................$135.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Construction Inspector I..............................$100.00/hr
Senior Engineer 11........................................$135.00/hr
CADD Technician .............................................
$70.00/hr
Senior Engineer I........................................$125.00/hr
Associate Engineer....................................$115.00/hr
Project Engineer IV .....................................$110.00/hr
Project Engineer III......................................$100.00/hr
Project Engineer II.........................................$95.00/hr
Project Engineer I..........................................$85.00/hr
Field Engineer II..........................................$110.00/hr
Field Engineer I ...........................................$100.00/hr
Engineering Assistant....................................$75.00/hr
Right -of -Way Management Services
Principal ROW Manager..............................$170.00/hr
$210.00/hr
ROW Project Manager................................$140.00/hr
$160.00/hr
ROW Senior Engineer.................................$125.00/hr
$150.00/hr
ROW Engineer............................................$115.00/hr
$85.00/hr
ROW Technician .........................................$105.00/hr
$95.00/hr
ROW Research Analyst................................$75.00/hr
$125.00/hr
Environmental Services
Principal......................................................
$210.00/hr
Senior Project Manager/Specialist ..............$195.00/hr
$160.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner VI ...........$170.00/hr
$150.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner V ............$150.00/hr
$85.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner IV ...........$135.001hr
$95.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner III ............
$125.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner 11.............$110.00/hr
$80.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner 1..............$100.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Analyst..........................................................$85.00/hr
$40.00/hr
Planning Research Assistant ........................$70.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Construction Management Services
Principal/Manager.......................................
$195.00/hr
Senior Construction Manager .....................$180.00/hr
$160.00/hr
Senior Project Manager...............................$160.00/hr
$150.00/hr
Construction Manager.................................$150.00/hr
$85.00/hr
Project Manager..........................................$140.00/hr
$95.00/hr
Resident Engineer.....................................$135.00/hr
$100.00/hr
Construction Engineer.................................$130.00/hr
$80.00/hr
On-site Owner's Representative .................$105.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Construction Inspector III ............................$120.00/hr
$40.00/hr
Construction Inspector II .............................$110.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Construction Inspector I..............................$100.00/hr
$85.00/h r
Hydrogeological Services
Principal......................................................
$205.00/hr
Practice Manager........................................$185.00/hr
$160.00/hr
Sr. Environmental Engineer........................$185.00/hr
$150.00/hr
Sr. Hydrogeologist/Sr. Proj Mgr ...................$165.00/hr
$85.00/hr
Project Manager..........................................$150.00/hr
$95.00/hr
Associate Hydrogeologist/Engineer ............$135.00/hr
$100.00/hr
Hydrogeologist IV/Engineer IV ....................$120.00/hr
$80.00/hr
Hydrogeologist III/Engineer III .....................$110.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Hydrogeologist II/Engineer II.......................$100.00/hr
$40.00/hr
Hydrogeologist I/Engineer I ...........................$90.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Technician.....................................................
$85.00/h r
District Management & Operations
District General Manager ...............................
$175.00/hr
District Engineer .............................................
$160.00/hr
Operations Manager ......................................
$150.00/hr
District Secretary/Accountant ..........................
$85.00/hr
Collections System Marl ......................
$95.00/hr
Grade V Operator ...........................................
$100.00/hr
Grade III Operator ............................................
$80.00/hr
Grade 1 Operator ..............................................
$55.00/hr
Operator in Training .........................................
$40.00/hr
Collection Maintenance Worker II ....................
$55.00/hr
Collection Maintenance Worker I .....................
$40.00/hr
Office Services
Technicaf/Drafting/CADD Services
3D Graphic Artist ............................................
$140.00/hr
Senior Designer .............................................
$120.00/hr
Designer.........................................................
$105.00/hr
Assistant Designer ...........................................
$85.00/hr
GIS Specialist IV ............................................
$135.00/hr
GIS Specialist III .............................................
$120.00/hr
GIS Specialist II ..............................................
$110.00/hr
GIS Specialist I ...............................................
$100.00/hr
CADD Operator II .............................................
$95.00/hr
CADD Operator I ..............................................
$85.00/hr
CADD Drafter ...................................................
$80.00/hr
CADD Technician .............................................
$70.00/hr
Surveying Services (Coachella Valley)
Professional Land Surveyor ........................... $160.00/hr
3 -Person Survey Crew ................................... $235.00/hr
2 -Person Survey Crew ................................... $205.00/hr
1 -Person Survey Crew ................................... $110.00/hr
Survey Analyst ............................................... $110.00/hr
Asst. Survey Analyst/CADD Mapper ................ $80.00/hr
Support Services
Technical Editor III ..........................................
$130.00/hr
Technical Editor 11 ...........................................
$110.001hr
Technical Editor I ..............................................
$90.00/hr
Publications Assistant III ...................................
$90.00/hr
Publications Assistant II ....................................
$80.00/hr
Publications Assistant I .....................................
$70.00/hr
Clerical Administration.. ....................................
$70.00/hr
i6nrWt e0fWAK N- Court appearances, depositions, and interrogatories as
expert witness will be bitted at 2.00 times normal rates.
y nN rbe4i- Minimum charge of two hours will be billed at 1.75
times the normal rate.
1111121111 aM OWNN lMvkN- subcontractors, rental of special equipment,
special reproductions and blueprinting, outside data processing and computer
services, etc., are charged at 1.15 times the direct cost.
Trwol fa/M4se - Mileage at 50.5 cents per mile. Per diem where overnight
stay is involved is charged at cost
Involi LAW Cerille - All fees will be billed to Client monthly and shall be
due and payable upon receipt. Invoices are delinquent if not paid within thirty (30)
days from the date of the invoice. Client agrees to pay a monthly late charge
equal to one percent (1%) per month of the outstanding balance until paid in full.
DUDEK Effective January 1, 2008
3'400 PASEO ADELANTO
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675
(949) 493-1171
(949) 493-1053 FAX
www. sanjuancapzstrano. org
TRANSMITTAL
TO:
Ryan Henry
Dudek
111 Pacifica, Suite 230
Irvine, CA 92618
DATE: September 2, 2008
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FROM: Maria Morris, Deputy City Clerk (949) 443-6309
MEMBERS OF THE CRY COUNCIL
RE: Personal Services Agreement — Open Space Master Plan Habitat Mapping
SAM ALLEVATO
THOMAS W. HRIBAR
MARK NIELSEN
JOESOTO
DR. LONDRES USO
Thank you for providing documentation confirming compliance with the terms of the agreement
related to insurance.
Please keep in mind this documentation must remain current with our office during the term of
this agreement. If you have questions related to insurance requirements, please contact me at
(949)443-6309.
If you have questions concerning the agreement, please contact William Ramsey, Principal
Planner (949) 443-6334.
An original amendment agreement is enclosed for your records.
Cc: /William Ramsey, Principal Planner
San Juan Capistrano: Preserving the Past to Enhance the Future
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AGENDA REPORT
TO: Dave Adams, City Manager Q0_
• 8/19/2008
FROM: Steven Apple, AICP, Community Development Director
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SUBJECT: Consideration of Award of Contract for the Preparation of Habitat, Invasive
Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species Mapping for the Open
Space Master Plan Process (Dudek Engineering & Environmental).
RECOMMENDATION:
By motion: authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Dudek Engineering &
Environmental for the preparation of the habitat, invasive plant species, and sensitive
wildlife species mapping for the Open Space Master Plan in the amount of $24,990.
SITUATION
The City has determined the need to retain consulting services for the preparation of
habitat, invasive plant species, and sensitive wildlife species mapping for the City's
undeveloped lands. The mapping effort will provide the City with important information
to develop land use management plans for existing and future public open space lands.
Summary and Recommendation:
The City issued and Request for Proposals (RFP) for the required work on July 11 and
received four proposals. After reviewing and evaluating the proposals, staff concludes
that the Dudek Engineering & Environmental proposal most closely meets the City's
work requirements.
Backsaround
The City is presently in the process of a major open space planning effort including
open space acquisition, a proposed open space bond initiative scheduled for the
November 4 election, and the preparation of a grant application for Measure M
environmental mitigation funding.
• Last February, the City entered into a purchase agreement with J.F. Shea
Company to purchase 109 acres in the northwest area for $2.1 million.
• On Monday, July 7, the City's Open Space Committee, an ad-hoc committee
appointed by the City Council, recommended that the City Council proceed with
Agenda Report • •
Page 2 August 19. 2008
consideration of an open space bond measure to acquire additional open space
lands.
On August 5, the City Council placed the "Open Space, Natural Areas, and Clean
Water Protection and Preservation Measure" on the November 4 ballot.
As part of the Measure "M" program, Orange County Transportation Authority
(OCTA) has allocated $243.5 million for to mitigate the environmental impacts of
freeway improvements through the Mitigation and Resource Protection Program
and $237.2 million has been allocated for a competitive grant process to assist
local agencies.
In conjunction with the open space planning process, the City determined the need to
prepare both planning -level mapping and site-specific mapping of natural habitat
(vegetation), invasive plant species, and sensitive wildlife species within undeveloped,
open space areas of the City. The City prepared Request for Proposals (RFP)
guidelines which explained in detail the City's requirements, schedule, deliverables, and
the relevant geographic area. The City sent the RFP to Bonterra
Inc.; Dudek Engineering & Environmental; and Helix EnvironmentE
result of a comprehensive evaluation of the submitted proposals,
the Dudek Engineering & Environmental was the superior propos
met the City's requirements. Copies of all four proposals are on
review at the Community Development Department.
COMMISSION/BOARD REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
No other Commission or board review is required.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Consulting; Dendra,
I Planning, Inc. As a
;tall determined that
al and most closely
ile and available for
The preparation of the habitat mapping will be funded through the City's current budget
allocation for the Open Space Master Plan.
NOTIFICATION:
The Open Space Committee will be informed of staffs recommendation to award the
mapping contract to Dudek Engineering & Environmental.
Agenda Report • •
Page 3 August 19 2008
RECOMMENDATION:
By motion: authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Dudek Engineering &
Environmental for the preparation of the habitat, invasive plant species, and sensitive
wildlife species mapping for the Open Space Master Plan in the amount of $24,990.
Respectfully submitted,
A.
Steven Apple, AICP
Community Development Director
Prepared by:
William A. Ramsey, AICP
Principal Planner
Attachment: Personal Services Agreement with Dudek Engineering & Environmental.
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PERSONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made, entered into, and shall become effective this
day of August, 2008, by and between the City of San Juan Capistrano (hereinafter
referred to as the "City") and Dudek Engineering & Environmental (hereinafter referred
to as the "Consultant").
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, City desires to retain the services of Consultant to prepare
environmental documentation and to manage the environmental review process
consistent with the City's "Local Guidelines for Implementing the California
Environmental Quality Act" and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
regarding preparation of habitat, invasive plant species, and sensitive wildlife species
mapping for the City of San Juan Capistrano; and,
WHEREAS, Consultant is qualified by virtue of experience, training, education
and expertise to accomplish such services.
NOW, THEREFORE, City and Consultant mutually agree as follows:
Section 1. Scope of Work.
The scope of work to be performed by the City shall consist of those tasks as set
forth in Exhibit "A," attached and incorporated herein by reference. To the extent that
there are any conflicts between the provisions described in Exhibit "A" and those
provisions contained within this Agreement, the provisions in this Agreement shall
control.
Section 2. Term.
This Agreement shall commence on the effective date and shall terminate, and
all services required hereunder shall be completed, no later than June 30, 2009.
Section 3. Compensation.
3.1 Amount.
Total compensation for the services hereunder shall not exceed twenty-
four thousand, nine -hundred and ninety dollars and no cents ($24,990.00) as set forth in
Exhibit "B," attached and incorporated herein by reference.
3.2 Method of Payment.
Subject to Section 3.1, Consultant shall submit monthly invoices based on
total services which have been satisfactorily completed for such monthly period. The
Personal Services Agreement Habitat Mapping
CEQA Consulting Services page 1 of 7
City will pay monthly progress payments based on approved invoices in accordance
with this Section.
3.3 Records of Expenses.
Consultant shall keep complete and accurate records of all costs and
expenses incidental to services covered by this Agreement. These records will be
made available at reasonable times to City.
Section 4. Independent Contractor.
It is agreed that Consultant shall act and be an independent contractor and not
an agent or employee of City, and shall obtain no rights to any benefits which accrue to
City's employees.
Section S. Limitations Upon Subcontracting and Assignment.
The experience, knowledge, capability and reputation of Consultant, its principals
and employees were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement.
Consultant shall not contract with any other entity to perform the services required
without written approval of the City. This Agreement may not be assigned, voluntarily or
by operation of law, without the prior written approval of the City. If Consultant is
permitted to subcontract any part of this Agreement by City, Consultant shall be
responsible to City for the acts and omissions of its subcontractor as it is for persons
directly employed. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall create any contractual
relationships between any subcontractor and City. All persons engaged in the work will
be considered employees of Consultant. City will deal directly with and will make all
payments to Consultant.
Section 6. Changes to Scope of Work.
For extra work not part of this Agreement, a written authorization from City is
required prior to Consultant undertaking any extra work. In the event of a change in the
Scope of Work provided for in the contract documents as requested by the City, the
Parties hereto shall execute an addendum to this Agreement setting forth with
particularity all terms of the new agreement, including but not limited to any additional
Consultant's fees.
Section 7. Familiarity with Work and/or Construction Site.
By executing this Agreement, Consultant warrants that: (1) it has investigated
the work to be performed; (2) if applicable, it has investigated the work site(s), and is
aware of all conditions there; and (3) it understands the facilities, difficulties and
restrictions of the work to be performed under this Agreement. Should Consultant
discover any latent or unknown conditions materially differing from those inherent in the
work or as represented by City, it shall immediately inform the City of this and shall not
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proceed with further work under this Agreement until written instructions are received
from the City.
Section 8. Time of Essence.
Time is of the essence in the performance of this Agreement.
Section 9. Compliance with Law.
Consultant shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, codes and
regulations of federal, state and local government.
Section 10. Conflicts of Interest.
Consultant covenants that it presently has no interest and shall not acquire any
interest, direct or indirect, which would conflict in any manner or degree with the
performance of the services contemplated by this Agreement. No person having such
interest shall be employed by or associated with Consultant.
Section 11. Copies of Work Product.
At the completion of the work, Consultant shall have delivered to City at least one
(1) copy of any final reports and/or notes or drawings containing Consultant's findings,
conclusions, and recommendations with any supporting documentation. All reports
submitted to the City shall be in reproducible format, or in the format otherwise
approved by the City in writing.
Section 12. Ownership of Documents.
All reports, information, data and exhibits prepared or assembled by Consultant
in connection with the performance of its services pursuant to this Agreement are
confidential to the extent permitted by law, and Consultant agrees that they shall not be
made available to any individual or organization without prior written consent of the City.
All such reports, information, data, and exhibits shall be the property of the City and
shall be delivered to the City upon demand without additional costs or expense to the
City. The City acknowledges such documents are instruments of Consultant's
professional services.
Section 13. Indemnity.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant agrees to protect, defend, and
hold harmless the City and its elective and appointive boards, officers, agents, and
employees from any and all claims, liabilities, expenses, or damages of any nature,
including attorneys' fees, for injury or death of any person, or damages of any nature,
including interference with use of property, arising out of, or in any way connected with
the negligence, recklessness and/or intentional wrongful conduct of Consultant,
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Consultant's agents, officers, employees, subcontractors, or independent contractors
hired by Consultant in the performance of the Agreement. The only exception to
Consultant's responsibility to protect, defend, and hold harmless the City, is due to the
negligence, recklessness and/or wrongful conduct of the City, or any of its elective or
appointive boards, officers, agents, or employees.
This hold harmless agreement shall apply to all liability regardless of whether any
insurance policies are applicable. The policy limits do not act as a limitation upon the
amount of indemnification to be provided by Consultant.
Section 14. Insurance.
On or before beginning any of the services or work called for by any term of this
Agreement, Consultant, at its own cost and expense, shall carry, maintain for the
duration of the agreement, and provide proof thereof that is acceptable to the City, the
insurance specified below with insurers and under forms of insurance satisfactory in all
respects to the City. Consultant shall not allow any subcontractor to commence work
on any subcontract until all insurance required of the Consultant has also been obtained
for the subcontractor. Insurance required herein shall be provided by Admitted Insurers
in good standing with the State of California and having a minimum Best's Guide Rating
of A- Class VII or better.
14.1 Comprehensive General Liability.
Throughout the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall maintain in full
force and effect Comprehensive General Liability coverage in an amount not less than
one million dollars per occurrence ($1,000,000.00), combined single limit coverage for
risks associated with the work contemplated by this agreement. If a Commercial
General Liability Insurance form or other form with a general aggregate limit is. used,
either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to the work to be performed
under this agreement or the general aggregate limit shall be at least twice the required
occurrence limit.
14.2 Comprehensive Automobile Liability.
Throughout the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall maintain in full
force and effect Comprehensive Automobile Liability coverage, including owned, hired
and non -owned vehicles in an amount not less than one million dollars per occurrence
($1,000,000.00).
14.3 Worker's Compensation.
If Consultant intends to employ employees to perform services under this
Agreement, Consultant shall obtain and maintain, during the term of this Agreement,
Worker's Compensation Employer's Liability Insurance in the statutory amount as
required by state law.
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14.4 Proof of Insurance Requirements/Endorsement.
Prior to beginning any work under this Agreement, Consultant shall submit
the insurance certificates, including the deductible or self -retention amount, and an
additional insured endorsement naming City, its officers, employees, agents, and
volunteers as additional insured parties for each of the following: Liability arising out of
activities performed by or on behalf of Consultant, including the insured's general
supervision of Consultant; products and completed operations of Consultant; premises
owned, occupied or used by Consultant; or automobiles owned, leased, hired, or
borrowed by Consultant. The coverage shall contain no special limitations on the scope
of protection afforded City, its officers, employees, agents, or volunteers.
14.5 Errors and Omissions Coverage
Throughout the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall not be required to
maintain Errors and Omissions Coverage (professional liability coverage).
14.6 Notice of Cancellation/Termination of Insurance.
The above policy/policies shall not terminate, nor shall they be cancelled,
nor the coverage reduced, until after thirty (30) days' written notice is given to City,
except that ten (10) days' notice shall be given if there is a cancellation due to failure to
pay a premium.
14.7 Terms of Compensation.
Consultant shall not receive any compensation until all insurance
provisions have been satisfied.
14.8 Notice to Proceed.
Consultant shall not proceed with any work under this Agreement until the
City has issued a written "Notice to Proceed" verifying that Consultant has complied
with all insurance requirements of this Agreement.
Section 15. Termination.
City shall have the right to terminate this Agreement without cause by giving
thirty (30) days' advance written notice of termination to Consultant.
In addition, this Agreement may be terminated by any party for cause by
providing ten (10) days' notice to the other party of a material breach of contract. If the
other party does not cure the breach of contract, then the agreement may be terminated
subsequent to the ten (10) day cure period.
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Section 16. Notice.
All notices shall be personally delivered or mailed to the below listed addresses,
or to such other addresses as may be designated by written notice. These addresses
shall be used for delivery of service of process:
To City: City of San Juan Capistrano
32400 Paseo Adelanto
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Attn: William A. Ramsey, AICP, Principal Planner
To Consultant: Dudek Engineering & Environmental
111 Pacifica, Suite 230
Irvine, CA 92618
Attn: Ryan Henry, Project Manager/Biologist
Section 17. Attorneys' Fees.
If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of
this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys' fees, costs
and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which he may be entitled.
Section 18. Dispute Resolution.
In the event of a dispute arising between the parties regarding performance or
interpretation of this Agreement, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration
under the auspices of the Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Service ("JAMS").
Section 19. Entire Agreement.
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding and agreement between the
parties and supersedes all previous negotiations between them pertaining to the subject
matter thereof.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement.
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
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Dave Adams, City Manager
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Meg Monahan, City Clerk
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Omar Sandoval, City Attorney
Frank Dudek
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William A. Ramsey, AICP
Principal Planner
Community Development Department
32400 Paseo Adelanto
San Juan Capistrano, California 92675
208000-30010
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural
Habitat, Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Dear Mr. Ramsey:
Dudek is pleased to submit a proposal to provide planning -level and site-specific mapping of
vegetation communities (natural habitat), invasive plant species, and sensitive plant and wildlife
species within undeveloped, open space areas of the City of San Juan Capistrano (the City).
Dudek can provide the requested professional biological consulting services to enhance the
City's open space database in support of funding efforts through an open space bond initiative
and grant application for Measure M.
Dudek's proposal includes our understanding of the project, relevant experience of our
professional staff, an efficient and comprehensive scope of work to accomplish the proposed
tasks, a cost estimate, a schedule to complete each task, and Dudek's 2008 Standard Schedule of
Charges.
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The City is in the process of re-evaluating their open space preservation effort. The City has
identified the need to update the existing vegetation community database generated during the
development of two Orange County Natural Community Conservation Program (NCCP)
subregional efforts. The City would also like to obtain invasive plant species and sensitive plant
and wildlife species distribution information. The area of investigation includes approximately
2,475 acres of undeveloped land within the City's boundaries, and natural habitat within 0.25 -
mile of the City boundaries ("the study area").
The habitat mapping will provide the City with a baseline from which general open space
acquisition and management decisions can be made. Dudek understands that the City will be
responsible for research and acquisition of access permission from private property owners.
Mr. William A. Ramsey, AICD
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Two levels of mapping are desired: planning -level and site-specific. Both mapping efforts are
intended to (1) provide the City with adequate baseline information for making general decisions
on open space acquisition and management on a City-wide basis, and (2) help determine future
needs for more detailed, site-specific and/or project -related habitat delineations. Mapping in the
Northwest area is intended to provide an added level of specificity to the database to support
planning efforts.
Planning -level Mapping
The planning -level mapping effort will encompass the entire study area and will be based
primarily on interpretation of recent aerial photographs. The analysis will be supplemented by
mapping previously conducted for the Central -Coastal Subregion and Southern Subregion NCCP
efforts. The City will provide color, ortho-rectified aerial photographs at six-inch pixel resolution
and other geographic data contained within the City's GIS base map. Vegetation community
mapping will be delineated to "habitat subtype" using the Orange County Land Cover/Habitat
Classification System (OCHCS),' as defined below under Existing Vegetation Community Data
and Mapping Classification System and Proposed Vegetation Community Data and Mapping
Classification System. Limited field verification of vegetation communities, invasive plant
species, and sensitive plant and wildlife distribution mapped via interpretation of aerial
photographs and previously mapped data will be performed at the planning -level effort.
Site-specific Mapping
The site-specific mapping effort will encompass the northwestern portion of the City
("Northwest Area") defined as the confluence of Arroyo Trabuco Creek and Oso Creek and
extending northward along the west side of Interstate 5. Arroyo Trabuco Creek east of I-5 is also
in the Northwest Area. The site-specific mapping effort will be based on field verification of the
planning -level mapping (aerial photograph interpretation) and private property owner access
authorization. Vegetation community mapping during this phase will be delineated to "habitat
association" using the Orange County Land Cover/Habitat Classification System (OCHCS).
Extensive field verification of vegetation communities, invasive plant species, and sensitive plant
and wildlife distribution mapped via interpretation of aerial photographs and previously mapped
data will be performed at the site-specific level.
' Gray, J. and D. Bramlet. 1992. Habitat Classification System Natural Resources Geographic Information System
(CIS) Project. Prepared for the Orange County Environmental Management Agency.
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Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Existing Vegetation Community Data and Mapping Classification
System
The remaining undeveloped, open space land of the City occurs within portions of two NCCP
subregions: the Central -Coastal Subregion and Southern Subregion. The existing vegetation
community database for both subregions was created circa 1992 by Dames and Moore based
primarily on color aerial photo -interpretation and used the Orange County Land Cover/Habitat
Classification System (OCHCS). Later in 1992-1993, Jones and Stokes Associates, Inc. updated
selected County -owned regional parks and open space, landfills, and the National Audubon Starr
Ranch Sanctuary, Crystal Cove State Park, and the City of Laguna Beach open space.' The
hierarchical system differentiated vegetation communities and land covers into habitat "types,"
each of which contain several habitat "subtypes." Additionally, habitat subtypes within the scrub
habitats, chaparral habitats, and cliff and rock habitats contain more descriptive habitat
"associations." The following provides an example of the hierarchy of the OCHCS for coastal
scrub.
2.0 Scrub (habitat type)
2.3 Venturan-Diegan transitional coastal sage scrub (habitat subtype)
2.3.1 California sagebrush -California buckwheat scrub (habitat association)
The existing NCCP vegetation database includes mapping at the association level where
communities were identified by the OCHCS.
Proposed Vegetation Community Data and Mapping Classification
System
In 2003, the California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG) published the California
Terrestrial Natural Communities Recognized by the CNDDB (CDFG system), which in a similar
manner classifies communities into four categories from more general to more specific., It is
based on the classification system in Preliminary Descriptions of the Terrestrial Natural
z Jones & Stokes Associates, Inc. 1993. Methods used to survey the vegetation of Orange County parks and open
space areas and The Irvine Company property. February 10, 1993. (JSA 92-032.) Sacramento, CA. Prepared for
County of Orange, Environmental Management Agency, Environmental Planning Division, Santa Ana, CA.
3 California Department of Fish and Game. 2003. California Terrestrial Natural Communities Recognized by the
CNDDB. California Department of Fish and Game, Wildlife Habitat Data Analysis Branch. Vegetation
Classification and Mapping Program. http://www.dfg.ca.gov/whdab/pdfs/natcomlist.pdf.
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Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Communities of California ("Holland"), and A Manual of California Vegetation ("Sawyer and
Keeler-Wolf').4'5 The CDFG system was designed to apply a uniform hierarchical structure to
the State's vegetation types and follows quantifiable classification rules that define major
floristic groups called alliances and associations in the National Vegetation Classification.' The
following provides an example of the hierarchy of this classification for coastal scrub that would
be equivalent in the OCHCS.
30.000.00 Scrub and Chaparral (general physionomic and physical location)
32.000.00 Coastal scrub (general habitat)
32.010.00 California sagebrush -California buckwheat scrub (floristic alliance)
32.110.02 California sagebrush -California buckwheat -white sage (association)
General habitats under the CDFG system typically map to the habitat types of the OCHCS. The
floristic alliance level of the CDFG system generally maps to the habitat subtype of OCHCS.
The association level of the CDFG system generally maps to the habitat association level of the
OCHCS.
During preparation of the Draft Southern Subregion NCCPIMSAA/HCP, the vegetation map was
modified on and ad hoc basis by Dudek in response to changing biological conditions within the
plan area, primarily where grading for various large-scale developments had already removed
vegetation (e.g., Ladera Ranch, Talega).7 Dudek made revisions to the database in 2001, 2004,
and 2005. Most recently, Dudek updated the vegetation community database based on the
OCHCS in 2007-2008 for the entire Southern Subregion Habitat Reserve,
4 Sawyer, J.O. and Keeler -Wolf, T. 1995. A Manual of California Vegetation. Sacramento, California: California
Native Plant Society. 471 pp.
s Holland, R.F. 1986. Preliminary Descriptions of the Terrestrial Natural Communities of California. Sacramento,
California: California Department of Fish and Game. 156 pp. -
e Grossman D.H., Faber-Langendoen D., Weakley A.S., Anderson M., Bourgeron P., Crawford R., Goodin K.,
Landaal S., Metzler K., Patterson K.D., Pyne M., Reid M., and Sneddon L. 1998. International classification of
ecological communities: terrestrial vegetation of the United States. Volume I, The National Vegetation
Classification System: development, status, and applications. The Nature Conservancy: Arlington, VA.
' County of Orange and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. 2006 (July). Southern Orange County Natural Community
Plan/Master Streambed Alteration Agreement/Habitat Conservation Plan (Southern NCCPIMSAAIHCP). Part L
Draft Southern NCCPIMSAA/HCP; Part III: Draft Implementation Agreement, and Part V: Technical Appendices.
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, AICP
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Dudek proposes to retain the OCHCS (Gray and Bramlet 1992) due to its comprehensive and
complete handling of vegetation communities within the study area. Vegetation communities
would be mapped at the subtype level, where there is not a defined association (e.g., 3.3 Chamise
chaparral, 7.8 Southern cottonwood -Willow riparian forest, etc.) and at the association level
(e.g., 2.3.1 California sagebrush -California buckwheat scrub, 3.1.1 Chamise-Sagebrush), where
there is a defined association and the mapping was appropriate for the purpose of creating a
baseline database. Dudek will provide a cross -walk between the OCHCS and the CDFG
vegetation community systems to ensure that riparian and non -upland areas are delineated using
"Holland vegetation classes," as detailed in the RFP's Proposal Guidelines.
Dudek understands that this scope of work entails vegetation community mapping, invasive plant
species mapping, and sensitive plant and wildlife species at two scales: planning -level through
aerial interpretation and data gathering through published documents; and site-specific through
field verification within the Northwest Area and spot checking in other City-wide open space
areas. Dudek will present the results of this investigation as a series of maps, one for each area of
investigation, and a technical report. Focused surveys for federal, state, or locally sensitive plant
or wildlife species is not included in this scope of work. However, the need for such surveys will
be identified and documented for future consideration. Dudek will accomplish this scope's tasks
by working closely with the City to develop a foundation of biological resource information to
assist with open space planning efforts.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Dudek has assembled a highly -qualified project team that has extensive experience working in
Orange county, expert knowledge of aquatic and upland vegetation communities, and intimate
knowledge of designing and implementing large-scale habitat conservation planning efforts.
Dudek has been involved with habitat management and conservation planning efforts throughout
southern California for over 18 years. Dudek understands the importance of developing these
plans based on reliable biological data. A brief list of our relevant project experience follows.
• Orange County Southern Subregion Natural Community Conservation Plan/Habitat
Conservation Plan Joint EIR/EIS — Dudek was the primary conservation planning and
environmental consultant for an NCCP/HCP and Joint EIR/EIS for the 130,000 -acre
Southern Subregion NCCP/HCP in southern Orange County. Dudek completed a variety
of GIS analyses based on a biological data base assembled by the County of Orange and
augmented by Dudek biologists, including preparation and analysis of vegetation
communities, sensitive species accounts, and a variety of alternative reserve design
scenarios.
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• Southern Subregion Habitat Reserve Vegetation Mapping — Dudek conducted
vegetation mapping for approximately 32,818 acres of land within the Habitat Reserve
established for the Southern Subregion NCCP/HCP. Dudek conducted the mapping in
accordance with the OCHCS (Gray and Bramlet 1992). Vegetation mapping included a
combination of photo -interpretation and field -checking for accuracy. Dudek submitted to
the Rancho Mission Viejo Land Trust Reserve Manager a final vegetation map in
hardcopy, Adobe portable document format (pdf), and digital GIS format; and a technical
report including the description of OCHCS, including the crosswalk to the CDFG system,
and mapping methods and results, including vegetation community descriptions, acreages
of the mapped vegetation communities, and statistical analysis of the validation data,
including confidence intervals for the accuracy of various vegetation mapping units at
type, subtype and association level. The field manual, completed data forms, and other
pertinent information necessary to replicate the vegetation mapping in future efforts were
provided as appendices to the report.
• Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) —
The Western Riverside MSHCP involved planning sensitive species needs over a 1.26
million acre study area. Dudek was responsible for MSHCP preparation including
database assembly, visioning/alternatives development, plan preparationtenvironmental
documentation, plan processing, and various meetings and hearings. The MSHCP was
approved by the County Board of Supervisors on June 17, 2003 and is criterion -based
covering 146 species — the nation's largest NCCP plan. Dudek was a key team member
during the initial Riverside County Integrated Plan (RCIP) visioning processing, which
involved extensive participation in community outreach efforts including unincorporated
areas in 14 cities.
• Ferber Ranch — The Ferber Ranch Project consists of a proposed residential
development on 1,110 acres of undeveloped land in an unincorporated portion of Orange
County. Ferber Ranch is located within the Orange County Southern Subregion
NCCP/HCP. Dudek provided project -specific biological data, regional planning support,
wetlands and Endangered Species Act permitting assistance, and urban forestry support
services, including oak tree assessment and fire management plans. Dudek is responsible
for assembling the biological database for this project to assist the client in site planning.
We conducted the vegetation mapping using the Orange County Land Cover/Habitat
Classification System (OCHCS). Vegetation communities and species locations were
mapped in the field and then digitized by Dudek GIS technicians using ArcGIS software.
• Newhall Ranch Biological Surveys — Dudek conducted vegetation mapping for
approximately 17,000 acres of land within the Newhall Ranch Specific Plan Area and
several adjacent project sites. Dudek conducted the mapping in accordance with the
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CDFG's vegetation classification and mapping program, List of California Terrestrial
Natural Communities Recognized by the California Natural Diversity Database. During
the vegetation mapping, Dudek biologists and restoration specialists evaluated the
property for potential mitigation opportunities for sensitive plant and wildlife species, oak
trees, sage scrub, native grasslands, and wetlands. Dudek prepared a biological resources
technical report describing the survey methods and results, including a description of the
different vegetation communities encountered on site, as well as potentially occurring and
observed sensitive plant and wildlife species, and a discussion of regional connectivity.
Dudek also included a discussion of potential mitigation opportunities and limitations.
• Arroyo Trabuco Golf Course — Dudek designed and prepared a habitat mitigation plan
associated with the implementation of In 18 -hole championship golf course plan that
impacted 11.7 acres of coastal sage scrub (CSS) occupied by three pairs of the federally -
listed threatened coastal California gnatcatcher (Polioptila californica californica) and
24.5 acres of Valley needlegrass grassland (VGL). The restoration project resulted in the
creation of 4.0 acres of CSS, creation of 13.3 acres of VGL, and enhancement of 4.9
acres of VGL in 2003-04. The revegetation program was designed to create CSS and
VGL habitat suitable for use and occupation by a variety of plant and wildlife species.
The replacement CSS habitat now provides cover, forage, and nest sites for California
gnatcatcher and other potential resident avian species.
• Arroyo Trabuco Wetlands Mitigation Project (Lower Rosan Ranch) — Dudek prepared a
conceptual mitigation plan and coordinated with the resource agencies in order to obtain
the necessary resource agency permits for a wetlands mitigation project associated with
the Lower Rosan Ranch site material stockpiling activities. Located in the City of San
Juan Capistrano, west of Interstate 5, within Arroyo Trabuco Creek and its flood plain,
the mitigation project was designed to restore 9.72 acres of riparian wetlands habitat that
was heavily infested with giant reed (Arundo donax), gum trees (Eucalyptus spp.), poison
hemlock (Conium maculata), and several other non-native invasive species. Once the
permits were acquired, Dudek prepared construction plans and specifications that
included weed eradication, irrigation, planting, seeding and erosion control plans. Dudek
also performed construction monitoring and long-term biological monitoring over a five-
year period. Monitoring data was analyzed and compared against performance criteria
contained within the Final Mitigation and Monitoring Plan that was negotiated by Dudek
on behalf of the City and approved by the resource agencies.
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SCOPE OF WORK
This section describes the tasks that Dudek will perform to accomplish the requested scope of
work. This section includes a list of deliverables that Dudek will submit to the City at the end of
each major task.
Task 1: Project Initiation and Literature/Data Review
Dudek will review available mapping resources provided by the City and attend a project
orientation/kick-off meeting with City staff. The purpose of the orientation/kick-off meeting is to
establish lines of communication, discuss expectations of the scope of work, and receive
additional project information. We will confirm our understanding of the project and discuss the
overall approach to assist the City with their open space planning efforts. Following the
orientation meeting and receipt of additional information, Dudek will review all available
relevant literature and data provided by the City on vegetation communities, sensitive habitats,
and species distribution to determine those resources that have the potential for occurrence
within the study area. All appropriate and available biological documentation, surveys, published
research and maps will be compiled, reviewed and analyzed. At a minimum, such documentation
will include the listing packages for each endangered and threatened species and California
Natural Diversity Data Base (CNDDB) information regarding sensitive species and habitats
known to occur in the region. Additional information sources consulted may include scientific
journal articles, and historic and current aerial photographs, as appropriate.
Task 2: Conduct Planning -Level Mapping
Dudek will conduct a general biological resources evaluation of the entire study area, including
the Northwest Area, to generate baseline biological resources maps for vegetation communities,
invasive plant species distribution, and sensitive plant and wildlife species distribution.
Vegetation communities will be mapped to habitat subtypes as defined by the OCHCS. All
mapping will be done via aerial interpretation and directly onto 1:6,000 -scale (1 inch = 500 feet)
true -color aerial photographic base at six-inch resolution. Based on recent vegetation mapping
efforts for the Southern Subregion Habitat Reserve, Dudek anticipates conducting limited Feld
visits to accurately distinguish the various habitat subtypes from aerial photographs. The
vegetation communities will be scanned and digitized into a Geographical Information System
(GIS) format using ArcGIS software and compiled for a Vegetation Community Map.
During the limited vegetation community field verification, Dudek will document areas where
invasive plant species identified in the California Invasive Plant Council (Cal -IPC) for the State
of California -Southwest floristic province occur. Focal species include artichoke thistle (Cynara
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cardunculus), black mustard (Brassica nigra), fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), hemlock (Conium
maculatum), and tree tobacco (Nicotiana glauca). Dudek understands that other efforts being
implemented at the County -wide, inter -jurisdictional level have identified and addressing giant
reed (Arundo donax) infestation within the study area. Therefore, giant reed will not be mapped
as part of this scope of work. Following the mapping effort, invasive species locations will be
recorded, digitized into a GIS format, and compiled for an Invasive Species Map.
Dudek biologists will determine the potential for sensitive species to occur within the study area.
Previous documented occurrences of sensitive biological resources from the Orange County
NCCP efforts and the CNDDB will be compiled. Observable sensitive resources including
perennial plants and conspicuous wildlife (i.e., birds and some reptiles) with special status or
commonly accepted as regionally sensitive by the CNPS, CDFG, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service (USFWS) will be recorded, digitized into a GIS format, and compiled for a Sensitive
Species Map.
Task 3: Conduct Site -Specific Mapping
Dudek will conduct field surveys within the Northwest Area to generate a more detailed analysis
of the biological resources present within this portion of the City. Field verification of the
vegetation communities identified during the planning -level mapping (aerial interpretation) will
be classified to more specific habitat associations as described by OCHCS. This classification
system is generally more useful for Orange County as some relatively common habitat subtypes
do not appear in other classification systems. All mapping will be done in the field directly onto
1:6,000 -scale (1 inch = 500 feet) aerial photographic base. Based on recent vegetation mapping
efforts for the Southern Subregion Habitat Reserve, Dudek anticipates conducting 100% field
verification to accurately distinguish the more difficult scrub and chaparral at the habitat
association level, and exotic mapping within riparian corridors associated withy Arroyo Trabuco
Creek. Where feasible and appropriate, vegetation boundaries will be delineated using a Global
Positioning System (GPS) and later downloaded into ArcGIS. Following the mapping effort, the
boundaries of each habitat association will be scanned and digitized into the project -specific GIS
database using ArcGIS software, and incorporated into the Vegetation Community Map.
During the site-specific vegetation community mapping, Dudek will document invasive plant
species within the Northwest Area noting populations of individual species of concern by Cal -
IPC. Focal species include those listed above for the planning -level mapping effort. Following
the mapping effort, invasive plant species locations will be digitized into GIS format and
incorporated into the Invasive Species Map.
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Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Dudek will also identify sensitive plant communities and/or potential habitat for any sensitive
species, endangered, threatened, or otherwise, within the Northwest Area. Although no focused
surveys will be performed, Dudek will identify the potential for sensitive species to occur based
on the habitat present. Observable sensitive resources with special status or commonly accepted
as regionally sensitive by the CNPS, CDFG, and USFWS will be recorded, digitized into a GIS
format, and incorporated into the Sensitive Species Mao.
Task 4: Prepare Maps and Technical Report
Upon completion of the above tasks, Dudek will prepare drafts of the Vegetation Community
Map, Invasive Species Map, and Sensitive Species Map. A technical report will be prepared to
accompany the map products. The report will include a description of the mapping project,
description of the mapping system and survey methodology (including a crosswalk to the CDFG
system), and summary and acreage tabulation of the mapped vegetation communities. The report
will also include a list of resources used to map the vegetation communities, and brief
discussions of project's mapping limitations and appropriate uses of the mapping products.
Deliverables
• Two (2) draft hard copies and electronic versions of the Vegetation Community Map,
Invasive Species Map, Sensitive Species Map, and Technical Report
• Two (2) final hard copies and electronic versions of the Vegetation Community Map,
Invasive Species Map, Sensitive Species Map, digital shape files used to assemble each
map, and Technical Report
Optional Task 5: Additional Project Meetings
In addition to the orientation/kick-off meeting with City staff, Dudek will be available to attend a
project status meeting. The project status meeting may be determined necessary by the City to
discuss and resolve any mapping -related issues during the course of the habitat mapping effort.
Additionally, Dudek would be available to attend meetings with the City's Open Space
Committee, Planning Commission, and City Council, as requested by the City. Meeting
preparation and attendance would be billed on a time and materials basis according to Dudek's
2008 Standard Schedule of Charges.
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, AICP
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
STAFFING
Dudek's environmental staff is located in Irvine, Encinitas, Santa Barbara, and Santa Clarita.
Work under this contract is primarily anticipated to be performed from our Irvine office;
however, with our state-of-the-art communications capabilities, we are able to easily perform and
share work among multiple offices, particularly GIS tasks.
Dudek's project team will be lead by Mr. Ryan Henry. Mr. Henry has over 11 years' experience
in field biology, vegetation mapping, aquatic resource investigations, and study design. As
Project Manager, Mr. Henry will serve as the primary point of contact for the City and will be
responsible for coordination, product quality assurance, and meeting project deadlines. Mr.
Henry has assembled a project team that includes biologists from the 32,818 -acre Southern
Subregion Habitat Reserve Vegetation Mapping Project, which included Ms. Britney Strittmater;
Ms. Karen Mullen, PhD.; and Mr. Phil Behrends, PhD. Ms. Strittmater and Dr. Mullen each have
over three years professional experience as multi -disciplinary team members investigating
landscape, vegetation, vertebrate, and invertebrate ecology utilizing GPS and GIS technology.
Britney and Karen will be responsible for conducting vegetation, invasive species, and sensitive
species mapping within the study area. Dr. Phil Behrends has over 28 years of combined
experience as a consultant and scientist in the private and public sector. His knowledge
encompasses wildlife biology, terrestrial ecology, and field investigations of behavioral and
social ecology of vertebrates. Phil will be responsible for peer review of the study design,
mapping products, and the technical report.
Table 1 summarizes the anticipated level of effort associated with the various tasks described
above under Scope of Work.
Table 1
Estimated Staffing
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Project Initiation and Literature/Data Review
6
6
Task 2
Conduct Planning -Level Mapping
20
40
12
Task 3
Conduct Site -Specific Mapping
12
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Task 4
Prepare Maps and Technical Report
14
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, AICP
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Dudek is fully committed to providing our full suite of firm equipment, infrastructure, and
expertise to meet the needs of the City for this project. The combined resources of four-wheel
drive trucks, GPS, and wireless telecommunication equipment, computers, GIS workstations,
and plotters assures the City that we can be responsive and efficient.
COST ESTIMATE
Table 2 summarizes costs associated with the various tasks described above under Scope of
Work. This section also includes project assumptions. This proposal is valid for 90 days from the
proposal date.
Table 2
Estimated Cost
Uirect costs include costs for reproduction, travel, delivery (including
certified mail), and digital scanning fees.
Project Assumptions
• The City will be responsible for providing Dudek with the following:
o Letter of Authorization to access the study area and specific private property
access authorization.
o All available environmental, planning, biological documentation relating to the
biological resources within the study area.
o Digital data (AutoCAD/GIS format):
ff Study area boundaries
Developed/Undeveloped boundaries within the City
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Task 1
Project Initiation and Literature/Data Review
$1,410
Task 2
Conduct Planning -Level Mapping
$7,660
Task 3
Conduct Site -Specific Mapping
$8,000
Task 4
Prepare Maps and Technical Report
$7,280
Subtotal
$24,350
Direct Costs
$640
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Additional Project Meetings
T&M
Uirect costs include costs for reproduction, travel, delivery (including
certified mail), and digital scanning fees.
Project Assumptions
• The City will be responsible for providing Dudek with the following:
o Letter of Authorization to access the study area and specific private property
access authorization.
o All available environmental, planning, biological documentation relating to the
biological resources within the study area.
o Digital data (AutoCAD/GIS format):
ff Study area boundaries
Developed/Undeveloped boundaries within the City
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Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Topography
Aerial photography.
Dudek will reproduce the number of document copies as specified above. Additional copies can
be provided on a time -and -materials basis, with prior written authorization from the City.
The following tasks are not included in this scope of work: focused sensitive species survey
efforts, formal jurisdictional delineation of aquatic resources, and report revisions due to study
area changes or additional requirements not anticipated in this proposal. If desired, these
additional services can be performed and charged on a time -and -materials basis beyond the fee
indicated.
SCHEDULE
Dudek is prepared to begin work immediately upon receipt of the Notice to Proceed. We have
the staff immediately available to commit to this project. For illustration purposes, we have
assumed a project kickoff date of August 1, 2008. Dudek commits to meeting the schedule
outlined in Table 3, provided that project information and product review turnaround times meet
the schedule milestones.
Table 3
Proposed Schedule
Dudek anticipates attending the City orientation meeting within one week of contract execution
and City's issuance of the Notice to Proceed. Within six weeks of project orientation meeting,
Dudek will provide the City with a draft of the technical report and mapping products. The City
will review the deliverables and provides comments. Final map production and technical report
will occur within two weeks following receipt of the City's review comments on the draft
product.
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Task 1
Project Initiation and Literature/Data Review
August S
Task 2
Conduct Planning -Level Mapping
August 29
Task 3
Conduct Site -Specific Mapping
September 5
Task 4
Prepare Maps and Technical Report
September 19
Additional Project Meetings
As necessary
Dudek anticipates attending the City orientation meeting within one week of contract execution
and City's issuance of the Notice to Proceed. Within six weeks of project orientation meeting,
Dudek will provide the City with a draft of the technical report and mapping products. The City
will review the deliverables and provides comments. Final map production and technical report
will occur within two weeks following receipt of the City's review comments on the draft
product.
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Mr. William A. Ramsey, AICP
Subject: Proposal to Provide Planning -Level and Site -Specific Mapping of Natural Habitat,
Invasive Plant Species, and Sensitive Wildlife Species
Thank you for your consideration of our proposal. We look forward to presenting our well-
qualified team and to working with you on this important project. If you have any questions,
please feel free to contact me at 949.450.7991 or via e-mail at rhenry@dudek.com.
Sincerely,
Gw`
Ryan ifenry
Project Manager/Biologist
Aar: Dudek's 2008 Schedule of Charges
cc: Michael Sweesy, Dudek
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DUDEK
2008 STANDARD SCHEDULE OF CHARGES
Engineering Services
Project Director...........................................$205.00/hr
$195.00/hr
Program Manager.......................................$190.00/hr
$210.00/hr
Principal Engineer 11....................................$180.00/hr
$150.00/hr
Principal Engineer I.....................................$170.00/hr
$115.00/hr
Senior Project Manager...............................$160.00/hr
$135.00/hr
Project Manager..........................................$145.00/hr
$75.00/hr
Resident Engineer.......................................$135.00/hr
$125.00/hr
Senior Engineer II........................................$135.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Senior Engineer I........................................$125.00/hr
$40.00/hr
Associate Engineer ....... ....... ......................$115.00/hr
$85.00/hr
Project Engineer IV .....................................$110.00/hr
$85.00/hr
Project Engineer III......................................$100.00/hr
$70.001hr
Project
Engineer 11.........................................$95.00/hr
Project
Engineer I..........................................$85.00/hr
Field Engineer 11..........................................$110.00/hr
Field Engineer I ...........................................$100.00/hr
Engineering Assistant. ...................................
$75.00/hr
Right -of -Way Management Services
Principal ROW Manager..............................$170.00/hr
$195.00/hr
ROW Project Manager................................$140.00/hr
$210.00/hr
ROW Senior Engineer.................................$125.00lhr
$150.00/hr
ROW Engineer.. .............. ...........................
$115.00/hr
ROW Technician.........................................$105.00/hr
$135.00/hr
ROW Research Analyst.. ..............................
$75.00/hr
Environmental Services
$195.00/hr
Principal......................................................
$210.00/hr
Senior Project Manager/Specialist ..............$195.00/hr
$150.00/hr
Enyironmental Specialist/Planner VI ...........$170.00/hr
$85.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner V ............$150.00/hr
$135.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner IV ...........$135.00/hr
$100.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner III ............
$125.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner 11.............$110.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Environmental Specialist/Planner 1..............$100.00/hr
$40.00/hr
Analyst................... .......................................
$85.00/hr
Planning Research Assistant........................$70.00/hr
$85.00/hr
Construction Management Services
Principal/Manager.......................................
$195.00/hr
Senior Construction Manager .....................$180.00/hr
$160.00/hr
Senior Project Manager...............................$160.00/hr
$150.00/hr
Construction Manager.................................$150.00/hr
$85.00/hr
Project Manager..........................................$140.00/hr
$135.00/hr
Resident Engineer.....................................$135.00/hr
$100.00/hr
Construction Engineer.................................$130.00/hr
$80.00/hr
On-site Owner's Representative .................$105.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Construction Inspector III ............................$120.00/hr
$40.00/hr
Construction Inspector II .............................$110.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Construction Inspector I ..............................$100.00/hr
$85.00/hr
Hydrogeological Services
Principal .................. _. _......................... ..............
$205.00/h r
Practice Manager........................................$185.00/hr
$160.00/hr
Sr. Environmental Engineer........................$185.00/hr
$150.00/hr
Sr. Hydrogeologist/Sr. Proj Mgr ...................$165.00/hr
$85.00/hr
Project Manager..........................................$150.00/hr
$135.00/hr
Associate Hydrogeologist/Engineer ............$135.00/hr
$100.00/hr
Hydrogeologist IV/Engineer IV ....................$120.00/hr
$80.00/hr
Hydrogeologist III/Engineer III .....................$110.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Hydrogeologist II/Engineer It .......................$100.00/hr
$40.00/hr
Hydrogeologist I/Engineer I...........................$90.00/hr
$55.00/hr
Technician.....................................................
$85.00/hr
District Management & Operations
District General Manager ...............................
$175.00/hr
District Engineer.... .............. ..........................
$160.00/hr
Operations Manager ......................................
$150.00/hr
District Secretary/Accountant ..........................
$85.00/hr
Collections System Manager.........................$95.00/hr
$135.00/hr
Grade V Operator ...........................................
$100.00/hr
Grade III Operator ............................................
$80.00/hr
Grade I Operator ..............................................
$55.00/hr
Operator in Training .........................................
$40.00/hr
Collection Maintenance Worker II ......
$55.00/hr
Collection Maintenance Worker I .....................
$40.00/hr
Office Services
Technical/Drafting/CADD Services
3D Graphic Artist ............................................
$140.00/hr
Senior Designer .............................................
$120.00/hr
Designer.........................................................
$105.00/hr
Assistant Designer ...........................................
$85.00/hr
GIS Specialist IV ............................................
$135.00/hr
GIS Specialist III .............................................
$120.00/hr
GIS Specialist II ..............................................
$110.00/hr
GIS Specialist I ...............................................
$100.00/hr
CADD Operator Il .............................................
$95.00/hr
CADD Operator I ..............................................
$85.00/hr
CADD Drafter. ....................................
............. $80.00/hr
CADD Technician .............................................
$70.001hr
Surveying Services (Coachella Valley)
Professional Land Surveyor.... .......................
$160.00/hr
3 -Person Survey Crew ...................................
$235.001hr
2 -Person Survey Crew... .............................
... $205.00/hr
1 -Person Survey Crew ...................................
$110.00/hr
Survey Analyst ...............................................
$110.00/hr
Asst. Survey Analyst/CADD Mapper ................
$80.00/hr
Support Services
Technical Editor III ..........................................
$130.00/hr
Technical Editor II ...........................................
$110.00/hr
Technical Editor I ..............................................
$90.00/hr
Publications Assistant III ...................................
$90.00/hr
Publications Assistant II ....................................
$80.001hr
Publications Assistant I .....................................
$70.00/hr
Clerical Administration. .....................................
$70.00/hr
Forensic Engineering - Court appearances, depositions, and interrogatories as
expert witness will be billed at 2.00 times normal rates.
Emergency and Holidays- Minimum charge of two hours will be billed at 1.75
times the normal rate.
Material and Outside services - Subcontractors, rental of special equipment,
special reproductions and bluepdnting, outside data processing and computer
services, etc., are charged at 1.15 times the direct cost.
Travel Expenses - Mileage at 50.5 cents per mile. Per diem where overnight
stay is involved is charged at cost
Invoices, Late Charges - All fees will be billed to Client monthly and shall be
due and payable upon receipt. Inwices are delinquent if not paid within thirty (30)
days from the date of the invoice. Client agrees to pay a monthly late charge
equal to one percent (1%) per month of the outstanding balance until paid in full.
D U D E K Effective January 1, 2008
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Christy JAI
From: Yvonne Tschaikowsky
Sent: Monday, August 18, 2008 1:40 PM
To: City Clerk Scanstation
Subject: CC Agenda #D6 Habitat Mapping
Ref: City Council meeting 8/19/08
Agenda Item D- Consent Calendar #6
Dear City Council Members,
In your consideration of the Habitat & Wildlife Species Mapping, could you please ask that Wildlife Corridors be
studied and incorporated into the Open Space Master Plan to insure the continued existence of the area's deer,
mountain lions, bobcats, raccoons & such?
Thank you very much for your thoughtful consideration of preserving & protecting the area's threatened wildlife.
Yvonne Tschaikowsky
San Juan Capistrano
8/18/2008