23-0530_HUNSAKER & ASSOCIATES_Letter AgreementDouglas L. Staley, President
Hunsaker & Associates Irvine Inc.
3 Hughes
Irvine, CA 92618
Dear Mr. Staley:
Letter Agreement for La Novia Lease Parcel and City Park Le al Description and
Sketch for the City of San Juan Capistrano Pro erties — APN 666-011-21 & 666-011-28
This letter shall be our Agreement ("Letter Agreement") regarding the preparation of a legal
description and sketch described below ("Services") to be provided by Hunsaker & Associates
Irvine Inc. ("Consultant") as an independent contractor to the City of San Juan Capistrano (the
"City"). Consultant is expressly retained and at all times shall remain as to City as a wholly
independent contractor and not an employee of the City, and neither City nor any of its agents
shall have any control over the conduct of Consultant or Consultant's employees or agents except
as provided for in this Letter Agreement. City and Consultant are sometimes referred to herein as
"Party" or "Parties."
The Services to be provided are more particularly described in the Consultant's Proposal and
Scope of Services attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and are incorporated herein by reference. The
term of this Letter Agreement shall be the one-year term from March 16, 2023, through March
15, 2024. Consultant's services shall begin immediately and shall be completed within the term
of this Letter Agreement unless extended by the City in writing.
Consultant shall perform all Services under this Letter Agreement in a skillful and competent
manner, consistent with the standards generally recognized as being employed by professionals in
the same discipline in the State of California, and consistent with all applicable laws. Consultant
represents that it, its employees, and its subcontractors have all licenses, permits, qualifications,
and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the Services, including any
required business license, and that such licenses and approvals shall be maintained throughout the
term of this Letter Agreement.
Consultant has represented to the City that certain key personnel will perform and coordinate the
Services under this Letter Agreement. Should one or more of such personnel become unavailable,
Consultant may substitute other personnel of equal competence upon written approval of the City.
In the event that the City and Consultant cannot agree as to the substitution of key personnel, then
the City shall be entitled to terminate this Letter Agreement for cause. The key personnel for
performance of this Letter Agreement are as follows: Robert Wheeler and Jason Kinnie.
Compensation shall be based on the actual amount of time spent in adequately performing the
Services and shall be billed at the hourly rate(s) described in the Consultant's proposal attached
hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by reference. The City has chosen to exclude
Optional Item 1. The total compensation shall not exceed $11,000 without written approval of
the City Manager or designated representative. Consultant's invoices shall include a detailed
description of the Services performed. Invoices shall be submitted to the City on a monthly basis
as performance of the Services progresses. The City shall review and pay the approved charges
on such invoices in a timely manner.
Consultant is aware of the requirements of California Labor Code Section 1720, et seq., and 1770,
et seq., as well as California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 16000, et seq., ("Prevailing
Wage Laws"), which require the payment of prevailing wage rates and the performance of other
requirements on "public works" and "maintenance" projects. If the Services are being performed
as part of an applicable "public works" or "maintenance" project as defined by the Prevailing Wage
Laws and the total compensation is $1,000 or more, then Consultant agrees to fully comply with
such Prevailing Wage Laws, if applicable. Consultant shall defend, indemnify, and hold the City,
its officials, officers, employees, and agents free and harmless from any claim or liability arising
out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws.
Consultant shall provide proof of the following insurance:
A. Commercial General Liability Insurance, of at least $2,000,000 per occurrence/$3,000,000
aggregate for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage, at least as broad as
Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability most recent Occurrence Form CG
00 01;
B. Automobile Liability Insurance for bodily injury and property damage including coverage
for owned, non -owned and hired vehicles, of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily
injury and property damage, at least as broad as most recent Insurance Services Office
Form Number CA 00 01 covering automobile liability, Code 1 (any auto);
C. Workers' Compensation in compliance with applicable statutory requirements and
Employer's Liability Coverage of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, with waiver of
subrogation; and
D. Consultants providing professional services shall provide Professional Liability (Errors
and Omissions) Insurance of at least $1,000,000. Insurance carriers shall be licensed to do
business in California and maintain an agent for process within the state. Such insurance
carrier shall have not less than an "A -:VII" rating according to the latest Best Key Rating
unless otherwise approved by the City. The City, its officials, officers, employees, agents
and authorized volunteers shall be named as Additional Insureds on Consultant's policies
of Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability insurance and such coverage
provided to the City as an Additional Insured shall apply on a primary and non-contributory
basis. Waiver of subrogation endorsements in favor of the City shall be provided on
Consultant's policies of Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability and Workers'
Compensation/Employer's Liability insurance.
The City may terminate this Letter Agreement at any time with or without cause. If the City finds
it necessary to terminate this Letter Agreement without cause before completion of Consultant's
services, then Consultant shall be entitled to be paid in full for those Services adequately completed
prior to the notification of termination. Consultant may terminate this Letter Agreement only upon
30 calendar days' written notice to the City only in the event of City's failure to perform in
accordance with the terms of this Letter Agreement through no fault of Consultant.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend (with counsel of City's choosing),
indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents free and
harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss,
damage or injury of any kind, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death,
in any manner arising out of, pertaining to, or incident to any acts, errors or omissions, or willful
misconduct of Consultant, its officials, officers, employees, subcontractors, consultants or agents
in connection with the performance of the Consultant's services or this Letter Agreement,
including without limitation the payment of all damages, expert witness fees and attorney's fees
and other related costs and expenses. Consultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted
to insurance proceeds, if any, received by Consultant, the City, its officials, officers, employees,
agents, or volunteers.
If Consultant's obligation to defend, indemnify, and/or hold harmless arises out of Consultant's
performance of "design professional" services (as that term is defined under Civil Code section
2782.8), then, and only to the extent required by Civil Code section 2782.8, which is fully
incorporated herein, Consultant's indemnification obligation shall be limited to claims that arise
out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant,
and, upon Consultant obtaining a final adjudication by a court of competent jurisdiction,
Consultant's liability for such claim, including the cost to defend, shall not exceed the Consultant's
proportionate percentage of fault. This Paragraph shall survive termination of this Letter
Agreement.
Consultant shall keep itself fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal
laws, rules and regulations in any manner affecting the performance of Consultant's services,
including all Cal/OSHA requirements; all emissions limits and permitting requirements imposed
by the California Air Resources Board (GARB) or other governmental agencies; and all water
quality laws, rules and regulations of the Environmental Protection Agency, the State Water
Resources Control Board and the City.
By executing this Letter Agreement, Consultant verifies that it fully complies with all requirements
and restrictions of state and federal law respecting the employment of undocumented aliens,
including, but not limited to, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as may be amended
from time to time. Consultant shall maintain records of its compliance, including its verification
of each employee, and shall make them available to the City or its representatives for inspection
and copy at any time during normal business hours. The City shall not be responsible for any costs
or expenses related to Consultant's compliance with the requirements. To the same extent and
under the same conditions as Consultant, Consultant shall require all of its subcontractors, sub -
subcontractors and consultants performing any work relating to Consultant's services or this Letter
Agreement to make the same verifications and comply with all requirements and restrictions
provided herein. Consultant's failure to comply or any material misrepresentations or omissions
relating thereto shall be grounds for terminating this Letter Agreement for cause.
By its signature hereunder, Consultant certifies that it is aware of the provisions of Section 3700
of the California Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for
Workers' Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that
Code and agrees to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the
Services. Finally, Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer, and it shall not
discriminate against any subcontractor, employee, or applicant for employment in violation of state
or federal law. As provided for in the indemnity obligations of this Letter Agreement, Consultant
shall indemnify City against any alleged violations of this paragraph, including, but not limited to,
any fines or penalties imposed by any governmental agency.
This Letter Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California.
If any action is brought to interpret or enforce any term of this Letter Agreement, then the action
shall be brought in a state or federal court situated in Orange County, State of California. In
addition to any and all contract requirements pertaining to notices of and requests for compensation
or payment for extra work, disputed work, claims and/or changed conditions, Consultant must
comply with the claim procedures set forth in Government Code sections 900 et seq. prior to filing
any lawsuit against the City. Such Government Code claims, and any subsequent lawsuit based
upon the Government Code claims, shall be limited to those matters that remain unresolved after
all procedures pertaining to extra work, disputed work, claims, and/or changed conditions have
been followed by Consultant. If no such Government Code claim is submitted, or if any
prerequisite contractual requirements are not otherwise satisfied as specified herein, then
Consultant shall be barred from bringing and maintaining a valid lawsuit against the City.
Consultant shall not assign, sublet, or transfer this Letter Agreement or any rights under or interest
in this Letter Agreement without the written consent of the City, which may be withheld for any
reason. This Letter Agreement may not be modified or altered except in writing signed by both
parties. Except to the extent expressly provided for in the termination paragraph, there are no
intended third -party beneficiaries of any right or obligation of the Parties.
By its signature, Consultant confirms that it has no financial, contractual or other interest or
obligation that conflicts with or is harmful to performance of its obligation under this Letter
Agreement. Consultant shall further not knowingly obtain, during the term of this Letter
Agreement, such an interest or incur such an obligation, nor shall it employ or subcontract with
any person for performance of this Letter Agreement who has such incompatible interest or
obligation.
Waiver of a breach or default under this Letter Agreement shall not constitute a continuing waiver
of a subsequent breach of the same or any other provision under this agreement. Payment of any
invoice by the City shall not constitute a waiver of the City's right to obtain correction or
replacement of any defective or noncompliant work product.
Consultant shall maintain accounts and records, including personnel, property, and financial
records, adequate to identify and account for all costs pertaining to this Agreement and such other
records as may be deemed necessary by the City or any authorized representative. All records shall
be made available at the request of the City, with reasonable notice, during regular business hours,
and shall be retained by Consultant for a period of three (3) years after the expiration of this
Agreement.
It is understood and agreed that the City shall own all documents and other work product that the
Consultant developed for the Services in Exhibit A, except the Consultant's notes, which pertain
to the work performed under this Agreement. The City shall have the sole right to use such
materials in its discretion and without further compensation to the Consultant, but any re -use of
such documents by the City on any other project without prior written consent of the Consultant
shall be at the sole risk of the City. Consultant shall at its sole expense provide all such documents
to the City upon request.
This is an integrated Letter Agreement representing the entire understanding of the parties as to
those matters contained herein and supersedes and cancels any prior oral or written understanding
or representations with respect to matters covered hereunder. Since the Parties or their agents have
participated fully in the preparation of this Letter Agreement, the language of this Letter
Agreement shall be construed simply, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against
any Party. The captions of the various paragraphs are for convenience and ease of reference only,
and do not define, limit, augment, or describe the scope, content or intent of this Letter Agreement.
Consultant warrants that the individual who has signed this Letter Agreement has the legal power,
right and authority to make this Letter Agreement and bind the Consultant hereto. If you agree
with the terms of this Letter Agreement, then please indicate by signing and dating where indicated
below.
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
By:
Benjamin Siegel, City Manager
Date:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Jeffrey S. Ballinger, City Attorney
HUNSAKER & ASSOCIATES IRVINE
INC.
By:
Douglas L. Staley, Pr+vsident
Date: May 26, 2023
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO HUNSAKER & ASSOCIATES IRVINE
INC.
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Douglas L. Staley, President
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APPROVED AS TO FORM -
Jeffrey S. Ballinger, City Attorney
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Legal Description and Sketch
Dear Mr. View:
Hunsaker & Associates Irvine, Inc. is pleased to offer the following proposal for the
preparation of a Legal Description and Sketch the property referenced above.
The following is our proposed scope of services and related costs :
1- Review project files from 2019 when project was stopped and
confirm current title information ................................................ $ 1,500
2. Legal description and sketch for portion of APN 666-011-27 for
the lease parcel. See Proposed Lease Parcel and La Novia
West Park Exhibit from 2019 by H&A...................................... $ 2,000
3. Legal description and sketch for quitclaim of easements on
East City Park Parcel east of La Novia. See the attached San
Juan Hills Golf Well Locations & Ingress/Egress Rights Exhibit
from the City for reference. Scope includes plotting easement
shown on said exhibit............................................................... $ 6,500
4- Prepare Exhibit to show La Novia West Park (APN 666-011-
21)............................................................................................. $ 1,000
TOTAL $ 11,000
Optional Item
1. Legal description La Novia West City Park .............................. $ 1,000
TOTAL WITH OPTIONAL ITEM $ 12,400
This proposal is based on our current office rate of $170 per hour and our current field
rates of $300 per hour for a two -person survey party and $364 per hour for a three-
person survey party. These rates will remain in effect through 2023.
It should be noted that the above fee does not include the cost of blueprints or
reproductions which will be invoiced directly to you through your suppliers or at cost
plus 15% when invoiced through Hunsaker & Associates Irvine, Inc.
Mr. Charles View
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Subject: La Novia Lease Parcel and City Park Parcels
Legal Description and Sketch
Dear Mr. View:
Hunsaker & Associates Irvine, Inc. is pleased to offer the following proposal for the
preparation of a Legal Description and Sketch the property referenced above.
The following is our proposed scope of services and related costs :
1- Review project files from 2019 when project was stopped and
confirm current title information ................................................ $ 1,500
2. Legal description and sketch for portion of APN 666-011-27 for
the lease parcel. See Proposed Lease Parcel and La Novia
West Park Exhibit from 2019 by H&A...................................... $ 2,000
3. Legal description and sketch for quitclaim of easements on
East City Park Parcel east of La Novia. See the attached San
Juan Hills Golf Well Locations & Ingress/Egress Rights Exhibit
from the City for reference. Scope includes plotting easement
shown on said exhibit............................................................... $ 6,500
4- Prepare Exhibit to show La Novia West Park (APN 666-011-
21)............................................................................................. $ 1,000
TOTAL $ 11,000
Optional Item
1. Legal description La Novia West City Park .............................. $ 1,000
TOTAL WITH OPTIONAL ITEM $ 12,400
This proposal is based on our current office rate of $170 per hour and our current field
rates of $300 per hour for a two -person survey party and $364 per hour for a three-
person survey party. These rates will remain in effect through 2023.
It should be noted that the above fee does not include the cost of blueprints or
reproductions which will be invoiced directly to you through your suppliers or at cost
plus 15% when invoiced through Hunsaker & Associates Irvine, Inc.
Mr. Charles View
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
March 10, 2023
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The following is a summary of the insurance coverages that Hunsaker & Associates
Irvine, Inc. provides and is included in our offer of this proposal:
General Liability .................... $ 2,000,000
Personal Injury ...................... $ 1,000,000
Auto Liability .......................... $ 1,000,000
Professional Liability ............. $ 2,000,000
Valuable Papers .................... $ 1,850,000
Upon request, we will provide a Certificate of Insurance for the insurance coverages
listed above. Should you require additional coverage, the costs that we incur from our
insurance carriers will be invoiced at their direct costs and are not included in our fee
quoted within this proposal.
Should this proposal meet with your approval, please sign below return with the
appropriate contract documents so we may begin work.
Do not hesitate to call if you have any questions. I can be reached directly at (949)
768-2518.
Sincerely,
Agreed to and approved by,
HUNSAKER & ASSOCIATES IRVINE, INC. CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
Robert L. Wheeler
Mapping Department Manager
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